ALPS Mountaineering Meramac 2-Person Tent

ALPS MOUNTAINEERING MERAMAC 2-PERSON TENT

The Meramac series tents are all free standing 2-pole designs with shock corded fiberglass with aluminum ferrules. The ferrules are the “connectors” that hold the poles together and ALPS uses aluminum, rather than steel, because aluminum can never rust. Their fiberglass poles are also normally one size larger than normal to offer you a sturdier, stronger tent. They use lightweight but strong polyester fabrics. The side walls are uncoated so the tent can “breathe” under the urethane coated fly. The fly uses a pole in the top, which gives you an awning over each door for excellent rain protection. The fly is full length on the sides, not 3/4 length like some others, for better weather protection. ALPS even has their factory seal the seams on the floor and fly for maximum water repellency. Entry and exit are enhanced with 2 doors, which means if you have to get out at night, you don’t need to crawl over the others to get to the only door. The second door is also nice for extra ventilation in hot, muggy weather. ALPS door zippers are a #8, which is one size larger than most, for extra durability. Mesh storage pockets and a gear loft are included to help you keep your gear organized. If you’re interested in an even heavier oxford floor and larger #10 zippers, you can always check out ALPS’s Meramac Outfitter Series as another option. Don’t forget to add a footprint to protect your tent floor.

FEATURES

• Free-standing two-pole design with shock-corded fiberglass poles
• 75D 185T polyester fly with 1500mm coating resists UV damage and stays taut
• Factory-sealed fly and floor seams provide the best weather protection
• 75D 185T poly taffeta floor with 1500mm coating
• #8 zippers on both doors
• Easy entry with two doors and “single zip operation”
• Great ventilation with two zippered windows in the doors and large side mesh panels
• Weatherproof fly with a ridge pole provides an awning over each door
• Mesh storage pockets, gear loft, 8″ steel stakes, carry bag and guy ropes included

TECH SPECS

• Base Size: 7’6″ L x 5′ W
• Center Height: 4′
• Tent Area: 38 ft²
• Total Weight: 7 lbs. 9 oz.
• Packed Size: 1’8″ L x 5.5″ W x 5.5″ H
• Pole Diameter: 8.5mm FG