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MSR Twin Sisters Tent Reviewed

By on May 11, 2010 in Backpacking Tents, Expedition Tents, Lightweight Tents, MSR Tents, Tarps and Shelters

I once remember reading a piece about a slogan used by the US Army’s rangers, which went “travel light, freeze at night”. It has kind off stuck with me and I often hear myself repeating it quietly when packing for a trip or expedition. The great thing about the way gear is evolving, however, is [...]

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Mountain Tent Care and Preventative Maintenance

By on March 16, 2010 in Backpacking Tents, Expedition Tents, Lightweight Tents, Tarps and Shelters

Buying a mountain tent requires a significant outlay of money. These items are designed to withstand high winds, storms, hail, snow, rain and sun and so have to use the most modern of fabrics and high technology alloys for poles. In addition, modern expedition tents are designed using sophisticated computers to simulate the loads they [...]

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