The Kelty Gunnison 2 series out-performs its price level and as proven in this actual high altitude test, it can be pressed into mountaineering service when needed. Its 92"x58" floor area and 40" height provides its users with 37 sq ft (+10 sq ft vestibule) of living area (specs subject to change of course). I prefer rectangular floor plans for their roominess and simplicity and Gunnisons have it. This gives excellent livability for one dude or dudette plus dog; two adults will find it a tight fit. Factory weight is listed around 5 lbs 9 oz but my upgraded Kely Gunnison 2 weighs in at actual pack weight of 6 lbs 11 oz. These upgrades include a cut and fitted footprint (from plastic blue tarp) and 8 MSR GroundHog tent stakes (superior to the stock aluminum ones). Expect fast pitching due to color-coded tent fly and clip pole attachments. Some sagginess in the sidewalls may be noted in the design, a characteristic of two-pole designs. The polyester rain fly is excellent, providing double vestibules on each of the zippered, mesh entry doors. The crisscrossing DAC aluminum two pole design is common and some noodly-ness should be expected but most will find it adequately strong. But when properly guyed out, extra rigidity is achieved and the tent Gunnison will ride out moderate winds well (angled rain fly sheds wind well too). Velcro pole attachments for fly-to-poles are provided. Poles are DAC 7000 series aluminum. Mesh integration is excellent (as shown) and achieves good air exchange. Under-fly breathability (crucial) is also aided by two hooded vents and the clip pole attachments which allow for free air flow. In this rain/sleet/snow filled night, the Gunnison kept Allie and I dry despite the wetness we brought in with us. I am impressed with its durability and quality at this price level (off season prices often drop below $130, check Campmor sales in Fall/Winter). This translates into a durable, cost-effective design that serve as your primary back country shelter or a wise emergency kit shelter (blowing away other cheaper alternatives like a plastic tube tent). Couple that with outstanding product support and customer service you can expect from Kelty and you can't go wrong with the Kelty Gunnisons. ///////////////////////// Nutnfancy Likability Scale: 9.5 out of 10

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