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Guard Station 4 Tent: 4-Person 4-Season

Guard Station 4 Tent: 4-Person 4-Season

Description

Why We Like The Guard Station 4 Tent

If you're planning a serious alpine adventure, comfort is usually the first thing to go. But with Big Agnes's Guard Station 4 Tent, you don't have to compromise. This dome-shaped shelter is designed to withstand the harshest weather conditions while providing a simple setup that can be used all year round.

The innovative Dominico ripstop fabric used in this tent offers unparalleled protection against rough terrain and stormy weather. Its high-tenacity construction makes it at least 20% stronger than other ripstop fabrics, giving you peace of mind in the most challenging environments.

The domed design of the Guard Station 4 Tent creates nearly vertical walls and a high ceiling, giving you a spacious and comfortable living space even in the middle of nature.

Details

  • Rugged mountaineering tent suitable for all four seasons of adventuring.
  • Dominico polyester fabric is incredibly durable and tougher than traditional ripstop fabrics.
  • Dome-style construction provides a spacious shelter that can accommodate up to four people.
  • DAC exoskeleton tent poles ensure maximum architectural strength, giving you stability in any weather conditions.
  • The quick-setup single-wall design minimizes the impact of bad weather, ensuring that you can set up your tent quickly and easily.
  • The removable floor allows for a lighter Fast Fly setup during the summer months, reducing weight and increasing ventilation.
  • The vestibule can be staked out to create an awning space, giving you additional outdoor living space.
  • An included stuff sack makes transportation and storage of the tent hassle-free.

Specs

Material: [fly] Dominico (HT polyester), PU coating, [floor] polyester, PU coating (5000mm)

Capacity: 4-person

Season: 4-season

Wall Type: single-wall

Freestanding: yes

Poles: 6 DAC Press Fit

Pole Attachment: external

Number of Doors: 1

Number of Vestibules: 1

Vestibule Space: 18sq ft

Ventilation: 2 zippered windows

Seams: fully sealed

Interior Height: 65in

Floor Dimensions: 108 x 108in

Floor Space: 76sq ft

Packed Size: 24 x 10in

Fast-pitch Option: Fast Fly

Fast-pitch Weight: 12lb 11oz

Trail Weight: 11lb 5oz

Packed Weight: 13lb 11oz

Activity: mountaineering, weekend camping

Manufacturer Warranty: lifetime