solopaddler Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 So I've been prepping for a trip coming up soon and figured I should learn how to set up my new tent. It's kind of a bizarre pole design, never seen anything like it before, but it has almost vertical walls and just tons of space for a 4 man tent that weighs 10lb's. Pretty neat design eh? At first it was pretty confusing to put up with the pole set up, but it's actually pretty intuitive. Glad I tried it first in the backyard though. Only question will be durability, but I have to say I love the design. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodenboater Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 Very interesting design there Mike. Had to google it as I'm not familiar with Alps tents (have too many Sierra Designs tents ha ha). Interior volume is a big feature as it doesn't make for cramped living if the weather is down the toilet. Look forward to a report after your first trip using it. btw, where did you find it ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raf Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 that is neat.. and different. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solopaddler Posted August 8, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 8, 2012 Very interesting design there Mike. Had to google it as I'm not familiar with Alps tents (have too many Sierra Designs tents ha ha). Interior volume is a big feature as it doesn't make for cramped living if the weather is down the toilet. Look forward to a report after your first trip using it. btw, where did you find it ? We'll be spending 12 days in it soon paddling the Sutton. The giant weather machine that's known as Hudsons Bay will test it I'm sure. Did a lot of research before I bought it, with the main criteria being weight and interior space. Amazon.com had by far the best price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mirogak Posted August 8, 2012 Report Share Posted August 8, 2012 cool indeed and yes i too always try them out in the backyard prior to their first usage ... have a good trip Mr. Borger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoshS Posted August 8, 2012 Report Share Posted August 8, 2012 Cool tent! I like the vertical walls. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muskieman Posted August 8, 2012 Report Share Posted August 8, 2012 Now that's a nice tent ! I have 7 tents of all sizes and shapes , they all ran out of room at one point or another .. Never seen a design like yours , it looks like a smart and roomy one for sure ... Enjoy ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris.brock Posted August 8, 2012 Report Share Posted August 8, 2012 looks great, especially if you guys get some nasty weather does it need to be pegged to stand? I guess the hammock wouldn't do you much good on this trip, the trees get pretty small around the bay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solopaddler Posted August 8, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 8, 2012 looks great, especially if you guys get some nasty weather does it need to be pegged to stand? I guess the hammock wouldn't do you much good on this trip, the trees get pretty small around the bay It's freestanding, but I doubt there'll be any issues pegging it Chris. Most of the river is lines on both sides by fairly substantial spruce trees and there's lots of primo campsites. It's only right at Hudsons Bay that you leave the treline behind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moosebunk Posted August 8, 2012 Report Share Posted August 8, 2012 I know where you're going and it's a four man... MAN!!! Stow me away in a food barrell or something. Your experience is going to be soooo far beyond the epicness of the report which will follow. Safe travels and lead the way on this one for me because you know full well it's in the sites too!!! I'd say good luck, but you ain't gonna need it... except from maybe Polar Bears or if Bill roll over on ya in the tent. lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solopaddler Posted August 8, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 8, 2012 ... except from maybe Polar Bears or if Bill roll over on ya in the tent. lol. This is funny 'cause it's true. It's the sole reason I ditched the two man tent for a larger one LOL! I'm more worried about the paddling. Billy's center of gravity is about 2' above the gunnels. He's like a water buffalo in the canoe. Needless to says everything will be in dry bags. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Bailey Posted August 8, 2012 Report Share Posted August 8, 2012 Looks quite nice, and I can guarantee you'll never see another one. Ever notice that you can take a walk around an entire provincial park camp site and never see two of the same tent? I think they only make one of each then destroy the pattern. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corvette1 Posted August 8, 2012 Report Share Posted August 8, 2012 nice looking tent mike you guy's have a great trip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanD Posted August 8, 2012 Report Share Posted August 8, 2012 Mike. Are you sure you’re going on a canoeing trip? I ask because this tent to me looks a lot like another shelter that was used a few years ago? Have a great trip and stay safe; yup a lot like the Lunar Lander without the base. LOL Dan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lhousesoccer Posted August 8, 2012 Report Share Posted August 8, 2012 Mike - I wanted to check it out on Amazon but I can't seem to find it by searching Alps 4 person. Get alot of hits, but none of the pics look right. What's the model? The Sutton ..... just awesome. Dream trip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodenboater Posted August 8, 2012 Report Share Posted August 8, 2012 here's the link to Alps site http://www.alpsmountaineering.com/alps/products/tents Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christopheraaron Posted August 8, 2012 Report Share Posted August 8, 2012 Cool tent, I like the fly over the entrance. Have a great trip! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jds63 Posted August 8, 2012 Report Share Posted August 8, 2012 He's like a water buffalo in the canoe. Needless to says everything will be in dry bags. I have had a couple of people like that in the canoe over the years, now I know how to describe them ... Tight lines and looking forward to your report as usual. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solopaddler Posted August 8, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 8, 2012 Thanks lads. I still have a bit of time yet to prep, we're leaving on the 20th. Looks quite nice, and I can guarantee you'll never see another one. Ever notice that you can take a walk around an entire provincial park camp site and never see two of the same tent? I think they only make one of each then destroy the pattern. HAHA! True Mike. Are you sure you’re going on a canoeing trip? I ask because this tent to me looks a lot like another shelter that was used a few years ago? Have a great trip and stay safe; yup a lot like the Lunar Lander without the base. LOL Dan. Yep, high tech all the way. Mike - I wanted to check it out on Amazon but I can't seem to find it by searching Alps 4 person. Get alot of hits, but none of the pics look right. What's the model? The Sutton ..... just awesome. Dream trip. It's the Alps Mountaineering Aztec 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salmonidstalker Posted August 8, 2012 Report Share Posted August 8, 2012 Very cool tent. Look forward to hear how it worked out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christopheraaron Posted August 8, 2012 Report Share Posted August 8, 2012 I guess you'll be going for char? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solopaddler Posted August 8, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 8, 2012 I guess you'll be going for char? In a manner of speaking. The Sutton is one of the best brook trout rivers in the world. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broker Posted August 8, 2012 Report Share Posted August 8, 2012 The way the tent is layed out looks very roomy. Have yourself a good trip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted August 8, 2012 Report Share Posted August 8, 2012 Just noticed the AKA Mike.LOL Tent looks space age with the cover.Like something off of Independence Day.LOL Very cool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spincast Posted August 8, 2012 Report Share Posted August 8, 2012 cool I look forward to this report, in a masochistic, I wish that was me kind of way. Enjoy the trip! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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