Hilleberg Kaitum Tent REVIEW

With a massive total area of 58.3 square feet and a weight of less than 6 pounds, the Hilleberg Kaitum delivers serious livable space for the weight. But how does it stand up to the rough alpine and winter environments it was designed for?

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The Hilleberg Kaitum is a tunnel tent that delivers excellent livable space for its sub-6-pound weight. With dual doors and vestibules, an effective ventilation system, and serious storm and wind protection, it is a tent that will help you not only survive the storm but enjoy your time there. But is there a weakness to the design of the Kaitum?

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Introduction
Specifications: Year/Model, Style , Fabrics, Pole Material, Weight Full Package, Weight Manufacturer Minimum, Area, Floor and Vestibule Area to Minimum Weight Ratio, Dimensions, MSRP, Options
What's Good
What's Not So Good
Performance
What's Unique
Recommendations for Improvement

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Oct 3, 2006 at 7:47 pm #1219795

Carol Crooker
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Locale: Desert Southwest, USA

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Hilleberg Kaitum Tent REVIEW

Apr 9, 2014 at 4:09 pm #2091292

Stephen M
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Locale: Way up North

Folks,

I know this is an old review, but felt it needed bumping.
Since getting the 3 person model a couple of years ago I can easily say its my
all time favourite shelter. I have used it on at least a dozen winter trips with two buddies and
its a bomb proof palace. It splits easy for carrying between 3.

I am sure fellow Kaitum owners will chime in.

:-)
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