Description
The Quadratic™ Snow Outer is a waterproof outer tent. Suitable for any season, vestibule flaps and sealable all-weather vents make it particularly suitable for winter and expedition use.
Three poles (available separately) are needed to pitch the tent. One or two optional side poles can be added to make the middle of the tent free standing, and to provide superb resistance to side winds. Adding a top pole further stiffens the tent, and in heavy snows limits snow buildup and enhances ventilation.
The Quadratic™ Snow Outer can be pitched by itself, or with a Groundfloor™ or Inner Tent. The Quadratic™ system allows either the inner or outer tent to be pitched first, or both to be pitched together in one quick operation.
The two large vestibules create plenty of space for gear storage and entry and exit. Snow flaps around the vestibules allow the ends of the tent to be firmly anchored and sealed in snow. The doors open from the top or bottom, which allows easy access even if the end of the vestibule is buried in snow.
The top of each door forms a vent which can catch even gentle breezes, or can be sealed shut. Four all-weather vents are designed to be left open in almost any weather, but even these can be sealed shut in extreme conditions, to keep out spindrift.
Specifications
Description
- Waterproof outer tent for the Quadratic™ tent system
- A durable all season tent, with extra features for use in snow
- Pitches with 3 poles (not included) plus up to 3 optional poles
- Pitch alone, or with a Quadratic™ inner tent or Groundfloor™
Features
- Part of the Quadratic™ tent system; combine different components for different conditions
- Sleeve for optional side poles (Quadratic™ Inner Tent or Groundfloor™ also needed for side poles)
- Fittings for optional top pole
- Two large vestibles, with doors that open forwards or to the side. Door opens from the top for snow conditions
- Snow flaps around both vestibules, to seal out spindrift and provide extra stability
- Four all weather vents with insect mesh, and zip flaps to seal out spindrift when needed
- Two sealable end vents above the doors
- Closed end pole tunnels for simple pitching by one person
- Removable tension adjusters at tent ends
Fabrics
- 40D Ripstop nylon, Silicone coated both sides, minimum 2000 mm hydrostatic head
- Insect mesh at all weather vents
- Hypalon reinforcing at closed pole ends
- YKK Zips
Measurements
- Outer tent 1490 g
- Main Pole straps 85 g
- Top Pole strap 39 g
- End tensioners 34 g
- Compression stuff sac 64 g
- Total enclosed area 5.5 m2
- 4.3 m x 1.6 m x 1.15 m (length x width x height)
Included
Included
- Waterproof outer tent (tent fly)
- Removable top pole strap
- Removable main pole straps (not needed with Quadratic™ inner tent or Groundfloor™)
- Removable end tension adjusters
- Compression stuff sac big enough for a complete tent
- McNett Sil-Net seam sealant
Not included – needed to pitch
- End poles (pre-curved, 270 cm), 2x
- Middle pole (pre-curved, 310 cm), 1x
- Pegs to suit ground, 4x minimum
Not included – other system components
- Guy ropes (strongly recommended) – stabilise the poles in wind, 6x minimum
- Inner tent or Groundfloor™ – improved comfort, allows use of side poles
- Side poles – makes middle part of tent freestanding, greatly improves wind stability
- Top pole – improves tent stability and resistance to heavy snow fall
- Mezzanine – this gear loft provides extra storage in the top of the tent