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The Sierra Designs Alpha 3 Convertible Tent 2008

Item Number: 27130

OUR PRICE: $329.97

RETAIL: $399.00

SAVINGS: $69.03 (18%)

The Alpha 3 is a 3 person 3-4 season convertible tent that allows you to minimize weight in the 3 season mode by leaving pole sections and the breathable door panel at home, a weight savings of over a half pound. An end entry tent with a large vestibule, a rear door and generous roof venting that makes a great tent for all seasons. It has a full coverage fly which protects against rain or snow. Sierra Designs has incorporated many environmentally friendly features such as a dye free tent canopy, the DAC NSL poles use the less toxins in manufacturing than other poles and a PVC free tape to seal the seams.
  • Sleeps 3
  • All main seams are factory taped (PVC free) for extreme weather protection.
  • 2 doors for easy entry/exit
  • Super Seal bathtub style floor keeps seams taut and high off the ground for superior protection
  • 1 large vestibule for pack, shoes etc.
  • Removable pole and door backing save weight (over 1/2 lb) in the 3 season configuration
  • Silicone impregnated fly material is very light, tough, durable and rain shedding
  • Reflective door binding makes for easier visibility in rough weather
  • Color coded webbing for fast easy and confusion free set up
  • Stash Door is on a circular track, can be hinged anywhere or stored in a pocket out of the way
  • DAC Featherlite NSL Aluminum poles are light without compromising strength. NSL poles have a unique connector between the pole sections, which minimizes breakage, saves weight, works more smoothly and has the highest strength to weight ratio of any tent pole.
  • Clear window in the fly over the front door is Sonically Sealed which saves weight and will not leak
  • Computer Aided Design
  • Freestanding design is sturdy and easy to set up
  • All clip design attaches poles to body for fast & easy set-up.
  • Poles attach to tent body via locking pole tips and grommets for fast and easy set up.
  • Includes Nite Ize Figure 9™ tighteners for fast easy line adjustments
  • Side release buckles attach fly to body for fast easy set up.
  • Reflective guyouts and zipper pulls aid visibility in low light.
  • Mesh gear pockets for internal storage
  • Flashlight loop
  • Tent, pole and stake bags included.
  • Fast Pack Weight is 4lbs 14oz - ultralight backpacking using the optional nylon footprint, with the poles and fly (leave the body home to save weight)
  • Fire retardant.
  • Import.

CAPACITY : 3

Min Wt : 3 Season: 7 lbs. 4 oz.
4 Season: 8 lbs. 4 oz.

Pkg Wt : 3 Season: 7 lbs. 15 oz.
4 Season: 8lbs. 15 oz.

Dimensions : 7 ft. 9.5 in. x 5 ft. 10 in.

Area (Sq. Ft.) : 46 + 17 vestibule

Int Height : 45 in.

Pack Size : 23 in. x 7 in.

No. of Poles : 3

Pole Size : 9.6 mm, 10.25mm

Pole Material : DAC Featherlite NSL 7001 Aluminum

No. of Doors : 2

Hooded Fly : No

No. of Windows : 2

Gear Loft : Optional

Floor Material : 70D nylon taffeta 3000mm coating

Fly Material : 40D HT nylon ripstop sil/nylon 1500mm coating

Wall Material : 20D no-see-um mesh/70D Ripstop nylon

Roof Material : 20D no-see-um mesh

Netting : 20D no-see-um mesh

Color : Fly - Yellow, blue Body - white, Floor - blue

Style : Modified Dome

Activities : Backpacking, winter, mountaineering

Use : 3-4 Season

Special Features : Aluminum poles, taped seams, convertible

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