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    maria nobles
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    @hilltackler

    Locale: the valley

    I've been using my rainbow tent for winter but its not as sturdy as I like in strong winds and I would like go get something more suitable for winter conditions but isn't a heavy expedition tent as I don't have real use for that – wondering if anyone has any experience with Stephenson tents?

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    Roger Caffin
    BPL Member

    @rcaffin

    Locale: Wollemi & Kosciusko NPs, Europe
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    John West
    Spectator

    @skyzo

    Locale: Borah Gear

    I've used a friend's warmlite in the winter, and I really liked it. Handled winds really well, and took a light snow load with no problem.
    I know a few people that have used them on mountaineering trips, and they've stood up to all the winds they've encountered.

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    Ashley Laurence
    BPL Member

    @timdaman

    I have been happy with mine though given the slant on the door it is hard to keep snow from falling into the tent. I bought a 3R climbers (short) tent and I find it has enough room for two if I had it to do over I really think going for a regular would have been a better choice as it is a bit cramped when adding gear. I have used it in -38C(-36f) temps. I can put it up and take it down with gloves on. It handled 40cm(16 inches) of snow quite well. I haven't gotten it into high winds so I can attest to it's above tree-line performance. I have comfortably sat up with two friends and played cards on a rainy day.

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