Weight: 2.7kg
Dimensions: Internal 230x120cm
Pack size: 56x19x19cm
RRP: £300
Review: The Marmot Grid is an excellent tent for camping in poor weather and exposed conditions. The innovative three-pole design is similar to the geodesic design of high altitude expedition tents. The materials are high quality, with a ripstop nylon flysheet of 5000mm hydrostatic head, lightweight poles and fully taped seams. Of all the top-end two-person tents this has the best internal dimensions, with a cool 230cm of length suitable for even the tallest campers. The weight is higher than some competitors in this price-range at 2.7kgs, so might need to be shared between two for backpacking trips, but 1.35kgs each is not going to hurt anyone. The three pole design means that guys are unnecessary, but it does increase the time taken to erect the tent by a few moments, especially the first time you take it out. All said, if you can afford it, this is a quality tent with plenty of room for two, which can take all that the elements can throw at it.
Best bits: Excellent design, roomy inside, high quality tent
Worst bits: A bit heavier than some backpacking two-person tents
Alternatives: If you're not so tall, the Force 10 Helium 200 will fight the weather just as well, but is under half the weight. For total weather resistence step up to this tent's spiritual big-brother, the Terra Nova Ultra Quasar.
RRP: £300
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