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Jason S.'s Review of Brooks-Range Invasion Tent - 2 Person, 4 Season
I really admire this tent for the design and the space. I have been on the hunt for a lightweight 4 pound or less 4-season tent for a few months now. I have been buying (and returning) a lot of tents. This one is no exception unfortunately.
This tent is by far the longest tent I have tested which gave me a lot of hope. It is like a palace inside with a ton of space for one person, plenty of space for two and the length that a 6'3" inhabitant would need. This tent could easily accommodate a 6'6" sleeper without touching either end with their bag. Setup is incredibly easy and it only weights 3.75 pounds. Also, the pole design is very cool and provides a really good structure but it isn't as freestanding. It would require staking out to get the full amount of usable space. I wanted so badly to keep this tent and take it into the mountains but I just couldn't.
Unfortunately, as the few reviews out there had previously said, this tent is unbelievably thin. And they are correct. After stuffing it back in the bag I was afraid of tearing the tent or the bag. With gloves on in winter conditions this would be near impossible for me. And the floor is also just as thin. A footprint or groundcloth is a requirement, not an option in my opinion. With the footprint this tent is in the 4+ pound range and defeats the purpose of it being so lightweight.
Another thing to note, when I disassembled the tent, it was a real chore to get all the air out. This is concerning to me that the tent does not breathe. It literally acted like a balloon. I had to open one of the vents and use that to evacuate all the air from inside the tent. Breathability seems to be lacking in this tent and could have been an issue. On the other hand, once inflated, poles may be optional if there is no wind (joking of course).
Personally, the size is more like a basecamp tent but the weight would suggest otherwise. At 3.75 pounds, I would prefer a little less room and a lot more durability.
As for my search for a lightweight 4-season tent, I have decided to let my standards slip a little and allow myself to look at tents in the 4-5 pound range which there are a number of great tents that are rugged, bombproof, and long enough to fit my 6'3" tall frame. Still, it is lighter than my current 8 pound 4-season.
This tent is by far the longest tent I have tested which gave me a lot of hope. It is like a palace inside with a ton of space for one person, plenty of space for two and the length that a 6'3" inhabitant would need. This tent could easily accommodate a 6'6" sleeper without touching either end with their bag. Setup is incredibly easy and it only weights 3.75 pounds. Also, the pole design is very cool and provides a really good structure but it isn't as freestanding. It would require staking out to get the full amount of usable space. I wanted so badly to keep this tent and take it into the mountains but I just couldn't.
Unfortunately, as the few reviews out there had previously said, this tent is unbelievably thin. And they are correct. After stuffing it back in the bag I was afraid of tearing the tent or the bag. With gloves on in winter conditions this would be near impossible for me. And the floor is also just as thin. A footprint or groundcloth is a requirement, not an option in my opinion. With the footprint this tent is in the 4+ pound range and defeats the purpose of it being so lightweight.
Another thing to note, when I disassembled the tent, it was a real chore to get all the air out. This is concerning to me that the tent does not breathe. It literally acted like a balloon. I had to open one of the vents and use that to evacuate all the air from inside the tent. Breathability seems to be lacking in this tent and could have been an issue. On the other hand, once inflated, poles may be optional if there is no wind (joking of course).
Personally, the size is more like a basecamp tent but the weight would suggest otherwise. At 3.75 pounds, I would prefer a little less room and a lot more durability.
As for my search for a lightweight 4-season tent, I have decided to let my standards slip a little and allow myself to look at tents in the 4-5 pound range which there are a number of great tents that are rugged, bombproof, and long enough to fit my 6'3" tall frame. Still, it is lighter than my current 8 pound 4-season.
This review was written in the old system and had content requirements that are different than reviews written today.
Would Recommend:
Yes
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