Kelty Gunnison 3.1 - Backpacker

February 14, 2008

At less than 2 pounds and $75 per hiker, this two-door, freestanding dome is a bargain in every way. And the low weight and price don't mean less space - it's a whopping 92 inches long and plenty wide for three. Color-coded clips help guide the hubbed pole system into place for fast setup, and the two 12.5-square foot vestibules garaged a trio's gear and still left room to scramble in and out of the tent. "There was a bit of condensation on the fly every morning," said a tester who used it on Colorado's Continental Divide Trail, "but we stayed perfectly dry inside." Minor gripe: The gear loft must be hand-tied the tent ceiling, which is a pain. $220; 5 lbs. 14 oz

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