Why We Like The North Face VE 25 Tent

When conditions get so bad that even the rocks go rolling for cover, we hole up in The North Face VE 25 Tent. The VE is a full-on expedition shelter designed for long alpine missions, with a super-solid construction that's built to withstand high winds, heavy snow, and serious exposure.

Its classic two-wall design provides killer weatherproofing while PU coatings on the fly and floor stop water from seeping, even with prolonged exposure to moisture.

The North Face decked the VE out with dual doors, each boasting a bombproof vestibule. High-low venting keeps some fresh air moving through the VE, so it doesn't smell like ski boots and sweaty socks. A PU port window lets us check on the storm.

The guylines are made from no-stretch Kevlar, the DAC stakes have pull cords for easy battening of the hatches, and there are also fabric snow stakes for security when you're setting up camp in soft snow.

Details:

• The North Face's premier expedition tent for alpine conditions
• Best for mountaineering and cold weather expeditions
• High denier ripstop nylon stands up to severe alpine storms
• DAC poles and stakes offer unrivaled strength-to-weight ratio
• High-low venting throughout to manage temperature and moisture
• 4 snow stakes and guylines for secure winter anchoring
• 8 internal pockets and internal hangar loops for organization
• Made without flame-retardant coatings to protect health

Material: [fly] 40D nylon, 1500mm PU coating, [canopy] 40D nylon ripstop, DWR coating, 20D nylon mesh, [floor] 70D nylon, PU coating (10,000mm), DWR coating

Capacity: 3-person

Season: 4-season

Wall Type: double-wall

Freestanding: yes

Poles: DAC

Pole Attachment: sleeves + clips

Number of Doors: 2

Number of Vestibules: 1

Vestibule Space: [front] 11sq ft, [rear] 5sq ft

Ventilation: high-low venting, multiple vents

Seams: fully taped

Interior Height: 48in

Floor Dimensions: 104 x 85in

Floor Space: 48sq ft

Packed Size: 24 x 9in

Footprint: Included, sold separately

Fast-pitch Option: footprint sold separately

Fast-pitch Weight: 6lb 8.5oz

Trail Weight: 9lb 8oz

Packed Weight: 10lb 5oz

Activity: backpacking, weekend camping

Manufacturer Warranty: lifetime