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New for 2008

Sublite

Sleeps 1

Extremely light at just 18.5 ounces, the Sublite offers breathability, stability and dual trekking pole setup in under 2 minutes. Side entry and tiny 14" x 4" x 4" packed size.


 
 

New for 2006

Contrail



Sleeps 1+

Incredibly light at just 1 1/2 lbs, the Contrail offers simple one-pole setup in less than 90 seconds. No front guyline and tiny 14" x 4" x 4" packed size.

 


Rainbow



Sleeps 1-2

The patent pending Rainbow and Double Rainbow incorporate trekking poles at their base to become the world's first single-arch, free-standing shelters. Or just stake the 4 corners and forget the trekking poles. Exceptionally roomy and light at 2 pounds for the Rainbow and 2 1/2 pounds for the Double Rainbow.

Double Rainbow



Sleeps 2


New for 2005


Sleeps 1+


Sleeps 2


Sleeps 3

The patent pending Virga 2, Squall 2, and Rainshadow 2 shelters offer dramatic improvements to headroom, usable volume, and pitch options. With unique front strut canopy support, they have exceptional space-to-weight ratios. The Squall 2 (with trekking pole) is 32 ounces complete with stakes, lines, and sewn-in floor.


Squall 2
Best Single Wall Shelter


Cloudburst 2


The Cloudburst 2 offers exceptionally easy and stable 3-stake setup. A new beak vent improves ventilation over the first generation Cloudburst.


 
 

****New 10/14/04******
Extended Floor for all models


Adding 1 ounce to floor weight, optional extended sewn-in floor enhances protection from ponding water and side spray.

New for 2004, the Rainshadow ***

Sleeps 3
****New 10/11/03***

Extended Front Beaks for Virga/Squall



Weighing less than 1 ounce, optional extended front beaks greatly enhance privacy and weather protection.

*** New for 2003, The Cloudburst ***


The Cloudburst offers excellent 2-person comfort and storm protection. Double arches and steep walls shed rain and snow. Generous front awning and roll-down sidewall flaps protect living space when needed; roll-up to reveal extensive netting for ventilation.



2003 Model Updates

The '03 Virga and Squall feature a cantilevered rear arch and full-coverage rear beak for improved fabric tautness, wind/rain performance, and ease of setup.


Updated Squall for '03


Updated Virga for '03

 

 
   
Cantilevered arch provides improved stability, airflow, and storm protection.