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Oware pyramid tent and high wind

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PostedMay 6, 2008 at 7:45 pm

I am looking for the lightest solo (2-man ? maybe) winter shelter. I need to be able to sit up so I can wait out multiply days storms. I have chronic back problems so weight is critical. I'm thinking the Titanium Goat " Vertex 5", Golite HEX 3, or Kifaru supertarp might be pretty bombproof and light options. But the Oware's 9Lx9Wx6H ft. Pyramid tarp could be the lightest and roomiest choice out there. But I worry it cann't handle VERY high winds, compare to a tipi or hex shape tent. Where I want to camp this late fall, 50-60 mph winds with gust to 80 mph is very likely. Does anyone have any experience with the Oware pyramid in very high winds. Thanks!!

Bob Bankhead BPL Member
PostedMay 6, 2008 at 9:00 pm

Take a look at the Stephenson Warmlite tents. They are extremely light weight (and expensive) but were designed to withstand up to 95 mph winds without the optional internal wind stabilizers; up to 160 mph with the stabilizers (adds 2 oz to the tent).

You can see them ” HERE

PostedMay 6, 2008 at 10:34 pm

We've slept in our Oware Pyramid in high winds (35-40) with only an Inuit paddle as a pole, but all sides staked. I wish there were tie outs along the outside like the LMD pyramid, but you could always add them later. There is no comparison between a Pyramid and a tunnel tent, it is so nice to stand inside a shelter.

PostedMay 8, 2008 at 7:36 pm

Anyone us use Oware pyramid tarp or TiGoat vertex 5 in very high winds? Would you get something different for high wind winter camping? Thanks!!

Pedro Arvy BPL Member
PostedMay 9, 2008 at 7:14 pm

I have a friend who used a GoLite Hex 3 in very high winds and near horizontal rain. The shelter was modified by adding side pullouts and Velcro to the vents to stop the horizontal rain.

It worked but it wasn’t a pleasant experience for him.

He sold the shelter to me because I am willing to tolerate the occasional unpleasant night for the sake of weight.

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