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Marmot Alpinist 2 Tent

Marmot Alpinist 2 Tent

Item # 747660
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The Alpinist tent offers resolute protection during extreme mountaineering outings—and it's been redesigned for 2007.

  • Single-wall design uses an updated MemBrain® three-layer, waterproof, breathable fabric which increases strength, durability and performance
  • Lightweight and strong DAC® pole system with press-fit connectors and lightweight hubs uses an anodization process without harsh acids
  • Knee-pole design with dual-diameter poles creates a steeper sidewall for interior spaciousness and adds to the structural integrity of the tent
  • Redesigned brow pole and wide, reinforced pole clips provide extra stability, especially during windy conditions
  • Improved ventilation; adjustable air vents help control interior climate and can be zipped shut in extreme weather
  • Bathtub floor with perimeter seams up and off the ground lend superior waterproof protection
  • Large D-shaped door provides easy entry and exit
  • All seams are factory seam sealed
  • Stuff sacks, stakes, guyline, patch kit and pole splint included
  • Average minimum weight specification is based on tent, rainfly and poles only

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Item 747660

Marmot Alpinist 2 Tent Specs

Specification

Description

Season4-season
Design typeFreestanding tent
Sleeping capacity2
Fly / footprint pitch weightNot applicable
Average minimum weight4 lbs. 15 oz.
Average packaged weight5 lbs. 8 oz.
Average weight - metric2.50 kilograms
Floor dimensions84 x 52 inches
Floor dimensions - metric213 x 132 centimeters
Floor area30 square feet
Vestibule area8 square feet
Peak height40 inches
Peak height - metric102 centimeters
Doors1
Canopy fabric3-layer polyester laminate
Floor fabricNylon ripstop
Number of poles3
Pole materialDAC NSL Dual Diameter
Pole diameter9.0 millimeters
Packed size8 x 20 inches

Marmot Alpinist 2 Tent Customer Reviews

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Marmot Alpinist 2 Tent
 
4.0

(based on 3 reviews)

67%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to set up (3)
  • Lightweight (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Mountaineering (3)

    Reviewed by 3 customers

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    Apr

    21

    2008

    (4 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

     
    3.0

    Strong Tent - Easy Setup - BUT...

    By Chowdahead

    from Chicago, IL

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Easy to set up
    • Lightweight
    • Sturdy
    • Waterproof

    Cons

    • Cold
    • Weak Vestibule

    Best Uses

    • Mountaineering

    Comments about Marmot Alpinist 2 Tent:

    Just got back from an overnight in Colorado at 12,500'. Despite not being too cold out, we were pretty cold throughout the night. I didn't realize how much I would miss a second vestibule until I used this tent. The single vestibule was small and not very useful in my opinion. Ideally, I like a good size vestibule where you can sit, zip up and enjoy a meal or putting on/off your boots - the vestibule on this tent is very small (my base comparison is the Trango 2). On the positive side, its a cinch to set up, good looking, strong in 40-50mph winds (from my experience), and pretty good from a condensation standpoint. I'm going to return mine and get the heavier but more functional Trango 2.

    • What Is Your Gear Style:
    • Comfort Driven

    Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

    (4 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

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    Feb

    28

    2008

    (4 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Excellent winter and all around tent

    By General Y

    from Los Angeles, CA

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Easy to set up
    • Lightweight
    • Sturdy
    • Waterproof

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Backpacking
      • Mountaineering

      Comments about Marmot Alpinist 2 Tent:

      I have taken this tent to many hard mountains (Rainier, Mt Blanc, Shasta, Aconcagua, Sierras). and it stood up to the abuse with no problems.
      The fabric is bomber and it handled winds in exces of 70 MPH.
      Condensation has never been an issue for me unlike what you hear about single wall tents.
      Plenty of interior space for 2 people. The built in vestibule is just the right size for gear storage or cooking in bad weather.
      The clip make is so easy to assemble even in extremely windy weather (unlike the previous version of the ALPINIST where you had to feed the poles through sleeves).
      In my opinion, the ALPINIST is the best tent MARMOT makes....some superlight (barely over 5lb) hardcore stuff!

      • What Is Your Gear Style:
      • Minimalist

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (4 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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      Mar

      10

      2008

      (1 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Good First Impression

      By Starman

      from Conifer, CO

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Easy to set up
      • Lightweight

      Cons

      • Not free standing

      Best Uses

      • Backpacking
      • Hiking
      • Mountaineering

      Comments about Marmot Alpinist 2 Tent:

      First impressions out of the bag: Not bad. It wasn't too sturdy sitting on the porch without being staked out. But, once gear was inside, it settled out nicely. Great ventilation, no condensation. Slope of vestible/tent door made it dificult to keep snow out, especially with accumilation on the top. Easy for 6' person to sit up inside and stretch out laying down. I will have a better feel for it soon after a backcounty outing....

      • What Is Your Gear Style:
      • Comfort Driven

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (1 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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