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REI Arete ASL 2 Tent

Item # 794283

$299.00

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The REI Arete ASL (All Season Light) 2 tent fills the gap between the limited seasonality of ultralight tents and the robustness of 4-season tents.

High-strength pole architecture, lightweight materials, fully sealable interior and roomy floor plan combine to create a low-weight, weather-worthy tent
3-pole extended dome structure is designed for strength; compact footprint and single front vestibule are ideal for setups in tight spots
Asymmetrical shape keeps the weigt low while allowing an efficient use of interior space; it provides nice roominess around the shoulder area
Large, multidiameter DAC Featherlight® NSL Combi poles increase interior volume and structural stability
Dual AirLift rainfly vents channel wind to increase tent's strength; fully adjustable, these ceiling vents create cross-flow ventilation that mitigates condensation
Dead End pole sleeves and color coding facilitate a quick setup
Speed-pitching option allows tent and fly to be semi-permanently attached for a quick setup that protects the canopy from precipitation
Arete can be used in a variety of seasons and climates: inner tent is fully closeable, with zippered panels that cover the mesh doors and vents
Hybrid floor combines sealed seams and bathtub curves to create a waterproof, taut floor; tautness enhances door-zipper operation and maximizes volume at end walls
Vestibule overhangs tent door so rain stays outside
Multiple storage options include corner pockets, roof pockets and hang loops; use the door pocket to hold door out of the way or for storage
Siliconized 30-denier ripstop nylon fly is lightweight, highly water repellent and tear resistant
No-wick welded construction ensures that moisture won't sneak through susceptible areas, such as guy-out points, pole wraps and zippers
Comes with guylines and tighteners, stakes, pole and stake bags, pole repair tube, and tapered, easy-to-fill compression stuff sack
Average minimum weight specification is based on tent, rainfly and poles

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REI Arete ASL 2 Tent Specs

Specification	Description
Seasons	3 - 4-season
Design type	Freestanding tent
Sleeping capacity	2
Fly / footprint pitch weight	Not applicable
Average minimum weight	5 lbs. 5 oz.
Average packaged weight	5 lbs. 14 oz.
Average weight - metric	2.7 kilograms
Floor dimensions	88 x 60 inches
Floor dimensions - metric	224 x 152 centimeters
Floor area	32.5 square feet
Vestibule area	9.1 square feet
Peak height	40 inches
Peak height - metric	102 centimeters
Doors	1
Canopy fabric	Ripstop nylon/mesh
Floor fabric	Coated nylon taffeta
Rainfly fabric	Coated ripstop nylon
Number of poles	3 + 1 vent
Pole material	Aluminum DAC Featherlite NSL
Pole diameter	9.6/9.0 millimeters
Packed size	6 x 20 inches

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REI Arete ASL 2 Tent

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2010

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5.0

This tent does it all.

By kentmccreary

from Golden, Colorado

About Me Avid Adventurer

Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Set Up
Fly Works Well
Lightweight
Sturdy
Waterproof

Cons

I haven't found it yet

Best Uses

Backpacking
Mountaineering
Winter camping

Comments about REI Arete ASL 2 Tent:

I have had my tent for just over a year and have used it both summer and winter in the mountains of Colorado, Montana, and Wyoming. Tempatures from the 70's down to -6 degrees. I have had to set my tent up in winds 25-30 mph and slept (well, stayed the night) with winds as high as 50-60 mph. I've pitched my tent above tree line and in the snow many times. Pitching the Arete by myself is the best feature. the main poles fit into pockets at the end so you only have one end to fit into eyelets. so it takes a minute and your clipping the fly into place. The next best thing about the Arete is it's super stable. Ive camped with climbing buddies that had to put up with their tents collapsing in the wind and bent poles from snow weight. All the while my Arete has out performed even some high priced expadition 4 season tents. I have even take my dog with me on several trips and she stays in my tent with me and the floor has handled it without as much as a mark in the material.