ALPS Mountaineering Zephyr 2 Backpacking Tent Review

I have not camped in this tent yet. I will give my first impressions and hopefully update the review after using the tent.
This tent has all the features of tents costing twice as much. It is a great value. The quality appears to be top notch. The aluminum poles are small and lightweight but fit together perfectly and are strong.
I did a lot of research before purchasing this tent. I liked that it has two doors and two vestibules. Also, I am very weight conscious and the 4.7 lbs is pretty good for this size tent. From my research I would have only saved maybe 3 ounces for a higher priced tent and would have had to settle for one door, one vestibule.
Overall, great value for the money. I am very impressed with the quality of Alps Mountaineering.
UPDATE 11/17/2008 - I finally had the chance to camp in the Zephyr 2. My 5 year old son and I hiked and camped with a friend and his boys. It was getting dark and starting to rain when we got to the camp site. The Zephyr went up very quick, kept us dry all night through some pretty heavy rain. I love the two doors and vestibules - lots of room for gear and you don't have to worry about brushing up against the side and getting wet from condensation. I slept well with no worries about the wind and rain.
I love the tent! I can't imagine a higher price tent being any better quality than this. Good balance between price, weight, and features.

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Product Description:
ALPS Mountaineering Zephyr Lightweight 2 - Person Tent... weighs under 5 lbs.! Don't let your tent weigh you down! The Zephyr is a 2 door, 2 person Tent that keeps your pack light while also offering great protection against the bugs and weather. The walls are made entirely out of mesh for superior ventilation and a urethane-coated polyester fly with factory-sealed seams for cover in wet weather. Pack Light with the Zephyr: 2 aircraft aluminum poles are strong and lightweight; 2 doors with vestibules to store your gear; Easy assembly with tent clips that just snap in place over poles; Mesh storage pocket; Fly buckles to tent for secure attachment; Stakes and guy ropes included; Center height: 38"; Base dimensions: 58 x 88"; Vestibule area: 18 sq. ft. Order Today! ALPS Mountaineering Zephyr 2.0 AL Lightweight Tent

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