So, if you plan to buy a tent for 5 people shortly, you must consider this one. 716chris!22 Compared to the Lynx, the #1 difference is that it's bivy-style. Overall so far I've had a great experience with it. But if you are a beginner, you must follow the instructions from the manual or check from the section above. 2. Price Paid: USD105, Reviewed by It is effortless to set this tent. The best part of the whole Zephyr series of ALPS Mountaineering Tents is that they are very easy to set up and take very little time to set up. Stability was tested with 50 mph gusts with snow straight at the vestibule. This is a lightweight backpacking tent. Theres a nice soft morning light that shines through the rice colored half-mesh walls. Hi, your review of the ALPS tents is really informative and useful! Price Paid: Less then $100. If not, why? You sold me on ALPS. Theres also a gear loft if you want to store a light or other necessities above you. 1. Check out this video to see how easy: Of course, this article would be remiss if we didnt talk price. Check out the ALPS Mountaineering Tents Review. I wish it was easier to use. It has two small interior pockets and a detachable large gear loft; there's plenty of storage space for small items like sunglasses and headlamps and the two-door style of tent is the most comfortable. The ALPS Mountaineering Koda 2 Tentinspired by their best-selling Taurus tent provides us with a fully-featured, high-quality shelter for backpacking and camping trips. This tent is about tradeoffs. Three is more comfortable. There are a few facets you want to explore and identify before picking up a tent. Longevity & Weather Resistance Hi, Brandon, this is why we need writers like you I mean reviews on tents are hard to distinguish which brand to go with, but you were able to give us your honest opinion which is great. With the freestanding design and pole clips that quickly attach to the aluminum poles, it sets up easily. Many people have in fact experienced what you did and it sucks because (also just like you) they end up not going camping ever again, just to not go through the same experiences. Privacy | Cookies | Terms. A surprising amount of square footage for the weight. Heavy rains for 15 hours, heavy to light, in the Wind River Range, Wyoming; did not detect any moisture, let alone water. Suzanne. The fly goes on with just four buckle-clips, and no random extra parts/angles/strings where you have no idea how to use them. without the rainfly. Greylock, I am already looking to minimize my gear to be as light as possible to prepare for our Appalachian Trail hike. Of course the cost/weight tradeoff is always there, but this is not far from the best package available IMHO if the priorities are 1-price 2-durability, 3-weight. Contact us at contact@wildernesstimes.com. Handled 50 mph wind gusts during winter trip in the Sierras. Good for airflow, too. Our detailed Camping Tent comparison of the Alps Mountaineering Lynx Tents (2012) versus the Alps Mountaineering Tasmanian Tents. There are three minute youtube videos just teaching people how set this one part up. I even kept a little welcome mat in my front vestibule to keep the dirt out of the tent. It measures 5 wide and 76 long, plus a little extra vestibule space. I remember camping in a Walmart tent years ago in a rainstorm and waking up every other hour to avoid the little wet puddles coming into the tent. It was lightweight and very strong with a simple robust design. The same goes for setting up camp. The included gear loft lets you put lights, clothes that need to dry out, or anything else above, which is unique for car camping tents. This tent can be set up in just a few minutes without any sort of hassle. Beyond the ease of setup, theres a lot to love with the Lynx 4. The floor seams and fly seams come factory-sealed. If you like the low to the ground bivy-style tent, go for the Ionosphere. Chris Church John Hillard Loaded with features and great for your solo getaway, the ALPS Mountaineering Lynx 1 tent has a 2-pole freestanding design and clips that quickly attach to the aluminum poles for easy setup. The Lynx model definitely ticks this box, but there are a handful of other lightweight tents on the market as well. ALPS has highly responsive customer service, and theyll make sure any defect is fixed in a jiffy. Setup is quick and easy and I really like that you can sit up in it, so if you need to hunker down for a while and wait out the rain it is much better than other solo tents. Even though this tent is on the smaller side, they put a sweet gear loft and side pocket so that you can store your things within arms reach. $89.96 I did my best, eyeballing the stuff sack, and got it in there with no struggle the first time. However, it's also the heaviest and not our first choice for use in high winds. But, because it's bivy-style, the Ionosphere has its flaws. April 6, 2017 Want to toe-dip into backpacking without spending big money and remain comfortable? Ill be brief this tent is a lower quality version of the Snugpak Ionosphere. You help support OutdoorGearLab's product testing and reviews by purchasing from our retail partners. Moreover, you can take your pet along with you. The next heaviest tent in our review was the NEMO Galaxi 2, at 5 pounds 8 ounces. There are plenty of reasons that make this tent a wonderful choice. The Lynx uses an aluminum frame for durability in wind and cold temperatures. Not a lot of space for extras inside (nature of the beast for a single tent), Free Standing 2 Pole Design with 7000 Series Aluminum Poles, 75D 185T Polyester Fly resists UV damage and stays taut, Factory Sealed Fly & Floor Seams give best weather protection, 75D 185T Poly Taffeta Floor with 2000mm coating, Extra Large #8 Zippers on Door and Vestibule, Vestibule for gear storage and extra weather protection, Weatherproof Fly Buckles on for maximum adjustability and protection, Mesh Storage Pockets, Gear Loft, 7075 Aluminum Stakes and Guy Ropes Included, Quality all the way around, especially noticeable in the zippers. There are umpteen numbers of tents available in the market today. It does have the features of a backpacking tent, notably its dome style, easy clip in poles, double doors, and dual vestibules, all of which make it comfortable. With an overwhelming number of options available, finding the right camping tent is a daunting task. So, you must consider this tent if you are planning to camp solo. Manufacturer: Alps Mountaineering Model: Lynx MPN: 5324650 Sleeping Capacity: 3 Persons Designed For: 3 Seasons Best Use: Bicycle & Motorbike Camping Type: Dome Tent Available in: Other Sizes MSRP: $219.99 Other Stores and Suppliers Buy Now $219.99 Buy Now $219.99 Check Status Check Status MORE SELLERS Lynx 3 Pictures and Videos There's plenty of storage space for small items like sunglasses and headlamps. The poles are constructed with 7000 series aluminum. Considering how many campers will not take the time to properly dry and stow the tent, this was a concern with our testers. The quality is outstanding. The ALPS mountaineering tent seems like a good choice but yes, what a pity it doesnt allow for stargazing. 5 oz. Maybe this can be an engineering breakthrough for a future generation Lynx 4. If you can afford to add the weight of the floor saver, its well worth picking up in my opinion. I don't bend as well as I once did! I have the Alps Mountaineering Mystique 2.0 (2 person tent) for when my wife goes hiking with me. For a 2 person tent, it is significantly tall because of the comparative straight walls. I did my research and I chose Alps. You can appreciate our effort by subscribing to us at tentsreview.com. Free-standing tents are outstanding because you can set them up on any kind of terrain. As mentioned before, ALPS has blessed us with a whole line of Lynx tents. A tall person can move comfortably. 1kdude Sometimes when Im at home in bed I dream about being back riverside, sleeping in this tent. Hey thanks so much for the indepth review Brandon. Whichever you go with, make sure you check out the tents weight before purchasing. Couples love the idea of solitude and a lovely romantic time out in the wild. Mike is the founder of Wilderness Times. However, for summer camping I would very much prefer the Kelty brand for the simple reason that there are far more options for outside viewing. Yes, a single person can install an ALPS camping tent very easily. Also, the specifications and the features which a tent offers determines the cost of the tent. Maintain the integrity and extend the lifespan of your tent with the Alps Mountaineering Lynx 1 Footprint. This ALPS Mountaineering Lynx 1 review is about a free-standing and enormously popular solo tent which offers a lot of space inside the tent and under the vestibule. Summer has its luxuries. In my research, I found a handful of people who got tears or rips from the ground. Due to ALPS Mountaineering tents not having enough tents with stargazing opportunities or panoramic views, they arent the best option for summer camping. Final Thoughts on the Alps Mountaineering Lynx 1 Person Tent For the price, I really can't say anything bad about this tent. This investment will pay off in the future, trust me. This is great for your flashlight or phone. The double-walled freestanding tent comes with two 700-series 9.5 mm aluminum poles. The rainfly is also super easy to toss on. Alps Mountaineering Lynx 1-Person Tent (2012) The Zephyr and Lynx share ALPSs easy-to-setup free-standing two-pole design. I gave it 4.5 stars because it is heavy by today's standards for a single person tent. If you need something lightweight and packed small, but has everything you actually need in a tent, I would highly recommend this tent. The vestibules offer above-average storage size at a combined 20 square feet, but the tent is quite heavy at 5 lbs. This can be prevented by clearing your camping area before pitching the tent and making sure you dont set it up on any sharp or jagged rocks. This tent is great. Do so. [Read: ALPS Mountaineering tents reviews]. Overall, excellent weather protection, especially when you consider the price. I tested out tents in the $300-$400 price range before buying this and it seems to be of the same quality as the more expensive options. The Lynx 1 person tent has umpteen numbers of features that make it one of the brand's bestsellers. Reviewed by On one occasion in NZ, the wind was so strong that the wind flattened the tent onto my face for much of the night but it survived intact. (8) $224.73. The rainfly is simply held and tensioned on the four corners with easy to release buckles. Here Are The Two Best Alps Mountaineering Tent, 2 Person Tent: 1. at Cabela's, $97.98 Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Both the Big Agnes Rattlesnake SL 2 mtnGLO and the Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 offer far better ventilation for damp conditions. It sets up quickly and offers excellent ventilation for convenience and comfort. The fact that their 3-season tents can withstand winter conditions is incredible. 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