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A BUYING GUIDE TO: TENTS AND SHELTERS
OCTOBER 2012
374 Lt Bourke Street, Melbourne 3000 + Tel: (03) 9600 0599 + email: bogong@bogong.com.au + www.bogong.com.au
Bogong has been Melbourne’s leading store for lightweight technical tents for many years.
We stock over 40 models of tent and shelter, and we have over 15 models pitched for you
to look at and explore in our upstairs showroom. No other store carries such a wide range
of quality brands and models. Come and talk to us!
Choosing a lightweight shelter.
Buying a tent isn’t easy. A poor tent can sour your outdoor
experiences. In extreme conditions, an insufficient shelter can
be a threat to your safety. Having the right tent for your outdoor
activities will help make every trip an enjoyable and safe one –
so it pays to get it right! Finding the right combination of space,
weight, durability, weatherproofness and price can be daunting.
At Bogong we can help you choose the right tent.
Choice of Brands
At Bogong we offer an outstanding choice of the world’s leading
brands. Each brand has different strengths: some will be more
suited to your needs than others. Beware of ‘one brand’ stores.
Will they be offering independent advice as to the best tent
for your needs? As a truly independent store we have carefully
selected the best brands for all users.
Tent Display Showroom
Did you know that Bogong has more high quality lightweight
tents on display than any other store in Melbourne? Brochures
can give only limited information. You need to see a tent pitched
to appreciate its features.
Experienced Staff
Bogong staff are hand-picked for their wide experience in all
outdoor situations. We can advise you on your tent requirements
for any situation whether it be for Patagonia or the Grampians!
Chances are, we have a staff member who has been there and
can give you practical advice.
To Help You Choose
● In what weather do you plan to use your tent? If you will encounter cold conditions – snow, high winds, heavy rain – you will
need a tent to cope. The more extreme the weather, the stronger the tent will need to be. This can mean more weight and cost.
Smaller tents catch less wind and are more stable than larger
models of the same design configuration. On the other hand,
excellent ventilation is a must if you’re trekking in the heat.
● How much can you carry? No matter how weatherproof a tent
may be, if it is too heavy for you, it is impractical. Manufacturers
of quality light tents often use exotic materials to achieve excellent weather protection, but these can be expensive.
● How much room do you need? Do you throw in a spare
kitchen sink? If you like to bring all your toys with you on your
outdoor expeditions, you will need to consider the vestibule and
interior spaces of your tent.
Tent Weights
There is much misinformation about tent weights – beware of
minimum tent weights quoted by brands. Often, these figures
are incorrect or render the tent unusable. At Bogong we have
weighed our tents ourselves, to enable you to compare across
all models and brands. We define a tent minimum weight as the
fly, inner, poles, tent bag, pole bag, peg bag and six pegs – the
minimum for camping in good conditions.
made for Australian bushwalking and alpine conditions
Mont Moondance Series
Mont’s Moondance tents are lightweight without
compromising the integrity of the floor materials.
The Moondance range offers the ultimate in minimalist
fast-and-light tents.
It’s a marvellous night for a Moondance.
1.58 kg
1 person, 1 entrance
220 x 88 x 98 cm (LxWxH)
220
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At just 1.6kg, the Moondance I is the ultimate fast
and light minimalist tent. It features a heavy-duty
floor and good ventilation and is sure to become
a favourite with the solo walker, adventure racer
or cycle tourer.
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Moondance I $399
Features:
• 3 season
• 2 DAC Featherlite™ poles with wishbone hub design with
extra cross pole creating greater internal space.
• Heavy duty 10,000+ mm PU bucket floor
• Partial No-See-Um mesh inner tent
• Reflective storm guys
• Optional Moondance Footprints (various prices)
The Moondance series features an innovative
wishbone hub pole design that gives more
space inside the tent.
Moondance I Footprint
$44.95 170g
Moondance II $499
1.89 kg
2 person, 2 entrances
220 x 132 x 103 cm (LxWxH)
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The Mont Moondance 2 is an exceptionally
light tent. It comes in at 1.89 kg complete with
all the required pegs, guys and bags to carry it
in. However it remains an extremely functional
walking tent. To achieve this Mont have used
the highest quality fabrics such as a laminated floor with an extremely high waterhead of
10,000mm whilst still very light. This is a more
expensive fabric construction which most
other brands do not use.
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Moondance III $579
220
2.50 kg
2 or 3 persons, 2 entrances
220 x 170 x 112 cm (LxWxH)
The Mont Moondance 3, whilst designed
to fit three persons at a pinch, makes a
perfect roomy two person tent at a great
weight of only 2.50kg. More spacious than
say the Mont Firefly (2.8kg) or Exped Venus
(2.95kg), but lighter! So if you find standard
two person tents unnecessarily confining this
gives you the opportunity for more elbow room
without breaking your back.
The Moondance III comes
with the footprint inclusive.
230g
One of our most popular and
most highly regarded tents
ever! - The Moondance III in
use in New Zealand.
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Moondance II Footprint
$54.95 230g
Mont Fire Fly $549
2.51kg
Specifically designed for Australian bushwalkers, the Fire Fly is your
go anywhere, do anything tent! The double-crossed poles give extra
space and stability, while a full nylon inner and heavy duty floor make it
suitable for winter conditions. Ceiling vents combined with large mesh
doors provide flow-through ventilation, reducing condensation on cold
nights and keeping you comfortable when it’s warm.
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Whether you’re heading down the Prom for the weekend, walking on
the High Plains or planning a South West Tasmanian epic, the Mont
Fire Fly will protect you from the elements in comfort and style.
Inner dimensions: 218 x 145 x 103 cm (LxWxH)
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Very stable, versatile
tent suitable for year
round bushwalking.
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Mont Epoch $799
Features:
• 2 person capacity
• Dac NSL poles with 2 aluminium hubs that form one single pole set
• Dual entrances with large vestibules
• 3-4 season
• 2 zippered roof vents with internal access
• Reflective guy cords.
• Full nylon fire retardant inner
• 70 denier nylon floor with 10,000 + laminated floor
• Tub floor construction with sealed corners
• Supplied with “The Wrap” storage bag
• Footprint available
Fire Fly Footprint
$44.95 290g
Very stable, roomy Alpine Tent!
NEW!
3.55 kg
The Epoch is a true 4 season free standing alpine
tent with a unique 6-pole design providing enormous stability
in high winds. The Epoch is a very generous 2 person dual
entrance, dual vestibule design and features large 3 way roof
vents for increased comfort over all conditions. Constructed
with durability in mind the PU Laminated floor is rated at over
10,000mm while the PU coated seam sealed fly is made from
a highly tear resistant 40 denier Sil nylon.
Inner dimensions: 218 x 145 x 103 cm (LxWxH)
Features:
•2 people, 2 entrances
•4 season Alpine
•2 vestibules with large main front vestibule
and rear vestibule
•Strong, highly waterproof 70 denier PU laminated floor
– 10,000mm
•Lightweight, strong 40 denier PU coated Sil nylon fly
with 2000mm coating
Model
Persons
Uses
Fly Fabric
Floor
Fabric
Vestibule
and Doors
Minimum Price
Weight
Mont Tents
Moondance I
1
3 season
75D Polyester
Hydroshed PU
10,000 mm
1 vestibule
1 door
1.58 kg
$399
Moondance II
2
3 season
75D Polyester
Hydroshed PU
10,000 mm
2 vestibules
2 doors
1.89 kg
$499
Moondance III
2
3 season
75D Polyester
Hydroshed PU
10,000 mm
2 vestibules
2 doors
2.50 kg
$579
Firefly
2
3-4 season 40D Nylon Ripstop
Hydroshed PU
10,000 mm
2 vestibules
2 doors
2.51 kg
$549
Epoch
2
4 season
Hydroshed PU
10,000 mm
2 vestibules
2 doors
3.55 kg
$799
Siliconised
Polyester
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the maximum outdoor experience with minimal means
What makes Exped tents so uniquely appealing?
Exped’s clever design and attention to detail.
Exped is a Swiss brand known for its ingenious simplicity.
Exped gear is multi-use. Lightweight. Functional, not faddish.
Exped integrate superb craftsmanship with superior materials
with the emphasis on durability. So when all is said and done
the bottom line is: Exped maximizes your outdoor
experience with a minimum of gear!
Fast and easy set-up:
1/ Slide poles into sleeves. 2/ Secure poles in their pockets.
3/ Tension. And that’s it!
•Continuous sleeves allow poles to pass through intersections easily.
•Canopies are factory mounted, and just a few stakes and guy lines are
needed to pitch any Exped tent.
•Colour-coded poles and sleeves eliminate guesswork.
•Reflective, glow-in-the-dark zipper pulls are easy to locate.
•Rounded doors are easy to operate one-handed.
•The fly on the four season tents and the Polaris has two types of pole
sleeve: exterior sleeves for easy set-ups, and interior sleeves for reduced
resistance to rain, wind or snow.
Adjustable floor loops of
Dyneema cord for easy placement of tent pegs. They put a
20 cm radius at your disposal
in which to find the ideal spot to
sink the peg.
Exped Ingenuity. The spacious
interior and generous vestibule
of the Venus III DLX Plus, fits
2-3 people very comfortably.
Excellent ventilation: even in
rainy conditions, condensation
is kept to a minimum by large
opposed vents. This design
promotes a chimney effect to
maintain air circulation.
Lightweight Gear Loft. Attaches
to the canopy roof with adjustable
elastic straps found in the corners
and the center. Ideal for storing
your glasses or drying gear.
Multi-functional and simple use
•Inner canopies can remain attached to the fly.
•The fly can be used alone – for storage or as a basic shelter.
•In clear weather the inner canopy can be used alone, with or without a
tarp cover. (Pole pockets at the corners enable this configuration.)
•The canopy can be partially unhooked to increase space beneath the fly.
Numerous zip sliders mean you can open the door or vent the tent in many
different ways.
Model
Persons
Uses
Fly Fabric
Floor
Fabric
Vestibule
and Doors
Minimum
Weight
Price
Expedition Equipment
Vela I UL
1
3 season,
ultra light
hiking
15D Ripstop Nylon
PU/Silicon coated
PU Nylon 10,000 mm
1 vestibule, 1 door 1.44 kg
$449
Vela II Extreme
2
3 season
Siliconised Nylon
PU Nylon 10,000 mm
2 vestibules,
2 doors
2.72 kg
$649
Venus II Extreme
Venus II
Venus III
2
2
3
4 season
40D Siliconised Nylon
PU Nylon 10,000 mm
40D PU ripstop Polyester
2 vestibules,
2 doors
2.76 kg
2.95 kg
4.34 kg
$699
$679
$829
Venus II UL
2
3 season
15D Ripstop Nylon
PU/Silicon coated
2 vestibules,
2 doors
2.3 kg
$649
Sirius II Extreme
Sirius II
2
2
4 season
40D Siliconised Nylon
PU Nylon 10,000 mm
40D PU ripstop Polyester
1 vestibule
1door
2.76 kg
2.96 kg
$699
$699
Andromeda II
2
Andromeda II Plus 2
4 season
40D PU ripstop Polyester PU Nylon 10,000 mm
1 huge vestibule,
1 door
vestibule footprint
adds 0.82kg
3.34kg
3.34 kg
$829
$899
Orion II
2
4 season
40D PU ripstop Polyester PU Nylon 10,000 mm
2 vestibules,
2 doors
3.5 kg
$729
Aries II UL
2
3 season
15D Ripstop Nylon
PU/Silicon coated
PU Nylon 10,000 mm
1 vestibule, 1 door 2.05kg
$599
Polaris
2
Expedition
Event VentAir
PU Nylon 10,000 mm
1 vestibule, 1 door 2.77 kg
$1099
Gemini II
2
3 season
30D Ripstop Nylon
PU/Silicon coated
PU Nylon 5,000 mm
2 vestibules,
2 doors
2.45 kg
$549
Gemini III
3
3 season
30D Ripstop Nylon
PU/Silicon coated
PU Nylon 5,000 mm
2 vestibules,
2 doors
2.73 kg
$599
Mira II
2
3 season
30D Ripstop Nylon
PU/Silicon coated
PU Nylon 5,000 mm
2 vestibules,
2 doors
2.01 kg
$479
Mira III
3
3 season
30D Ripstop Nylon
PU/Silicon coated
PU Nylon 5,000 mm
2 vestibules,
2 doors
2.75 kg
$529
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PU Nylon 10,000 mm
Now the only problem is choosing which one!
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Andromeda II $829
245
110
110
85
225
110
Huge vestibule - large enough to hide a bicycle!
Polaris $1099
304
100
115
100
45
106
245
108
25
158
130
70
An ultralight, spacious shelter in a quick setup design!
Vela II Extreme $649
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20
75 112
195
60
452
100
95
105
Vela I UL $449
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130
330
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222
Light yet roomy enough for the tallest camper to stretch out!
Strength & aerodynamics make Polaris the perfect expedition tent!
Aries II UL $599
Sirius II Extreme $699
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125
95
The space of a tunnel tent in a freestanding design!
230
220
220
340
Light, room for three, two vestibules
230
230
123
110
215
160
245
215
280
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Mira III $529
115
High volume comfort, compact and light
175
160
305
125
115
105
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Gemini III $599
123
230
140
215
230
235
220
95
Very popular and versatile 4 season tent!
125
130
140
105
115
Orion $729
125
Light, quick and compact comfort for two
110
95
95
Mira II $479
80
225
The steep canopy walls increases the interior space of Sirius II!
315
Gemini II $549
100
27
100
Large space and versatility / small weight and price!
Venus II $679
158
130
135
155
105
225
375
110
100
110
335
Extremely lightweight tent for three
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For confidence and freedom in remote wilderness travel
A good tent brings confidence and freedom to remote wilderness. Wilderness Equipment tents have proven
themselves to be without equal, and they are ideal for those who venture out to places of unpredictable or
notorious weather patterns. The functional but compact architecture of these tents is based on Wilderness
Equipment’s staff many long nights and days spent in extreme weather.
Model
Persons
Uses
Fly Fabric
Floor
Fabric
Vestibule
and Doors
Minimum
Weight
Price
Wilderness Equipment
1
2
4
1
3 season
Siliconised Polyester
1500 mm
PU Nylon
5,000 mm
2 doors
3 season
Dart 2 Ultralight 2
Dart 2 Winter
2
3 season
4 season
Siliconised Polyester
2000mm
Siliconised Polyester
Polyester
PU Nylon
8,000 mm
PU Nylon
8,000 mm
1 vestibule
1 door
2 vestibule
2 doors
I-Shadow
3
3 season
75D Polyester
Ace Winter
1
4 season
75D Polyester
3-4 season
4 season
ski touring/
4 season
ski touring/
4 season
ski touring/
4 season
4 season
expedition
75D Polyester
75D Polyester
Siliconised Polyester
PU Nylon
8,000 mm
PU Nylon
5,000 mm
PU Nylon
8,000 mm
PU Nylon
8,000 mm
PU Nylon
8,000 mm
PU Nylon
8,000 mm
PU Nylon
8,000 mm
2 vestibule
2 doors
1 vestibule
1 door
2 vestibule
2 doors
2 vestibule
1 door
1 vestibule
1 door
2 vestibule
1 doors
1 vestibule
2 doors
First Arrow
Ultralight
First Arrow
Polyester
Cirque
2-3
2-3
3-4
Siliconised Polyester
2000mm
Polyester ripstop
3000mm
Siliconised Polyester
2000mm
can be pitched together.
•The unique vestibule opening offers many
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•2–3 people
•4 season - genuine snow tent
•The fly can be pitched first or the fly and inner
2.93 kg
3.05 kg
$579
$499
2.75 kg
$449
2.25 kg
$495
4.2 kg
4.3 kg
2.68 kg
$499
$499
$599
3.28 kg
$795
3.46 kg
$695
4.94 kg
$1099
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First Arrow $695/$795 (UL)
$399
$469
$529
$469
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I-Explore
3
I-Explore Winter 3
Second Arrow
2
1.55 kg
2.20 kg
2.67 kg
2.15 kg
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Tectite 1
Tectite 2
Tectite 4
Dart 1
venting options.
•Waterhead rating on floor = (8000 mm)
220
60
80
200
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• A lightweight 2-person tent
• 4 season
• The fly can be pitched first or the fly and inner
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120
Second Arrow $599
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Cirque $1099
conditions.
• Two doors provide easy access and excellent
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• 3–4 person expedition tent
• Proven geodesic design for extreme weather
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370
ventilation.
170
215
• Large double-entry vestibule with pole support.
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100
venting options.
80
140
can be pitched together.
• The unique vestibule opening offers many
Dart I $469
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150
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• 1–1.5 person
• 3 season
• A compact, free-standing design
•Waterhead rating on floor = (8000 mm)
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For your next outdoor adventure
Salewa tents have been one of Bogong’s best selling brands for many years. Salewa, a German company, makes alpine, trekking and hiking tents that offer exceptional value. Come in and see for yourself.
Model
Persons
Uses
Fly Fabric
Floor
Fabric
Vestibule
and Doors
Minimum Price
Weight
Salewa
Sierra Leone II
2
XPD Altitude
2
Denali II
2
4 season /
ski touring
Alpine/4
season
3 season
Denali III
3
3 season
Stormshed Polyester
5000 mm
Nylon Ripstop
4000mm
Stormshed Polyester
4000 mm
Stormshed Polyester
4000 mm
Hydroshed PU
10,000 mm
Nylon PU
7,000mm
Hydroshed Lite
PU 5,000 mm
Hydroshed Lite
PU 5,000 mm
2 vestibule, 2 door 3.96 kg
$569
1 vestibule, 1 door 3.4 kg
$699
2 vestibule, 2 door 2.78 kg
$359
2 vestibule, 2 door 3.07 kg
$389
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A classic design – we have been selling the Sierra Leone II
for many years. The Sierra Leone II offers comfortable
accommodation for two people, with room for gear inside
and out. The vestibules offer a huge amount of usable
space, and the high vents and two doors ensure excellent
cross-ventilation.
Denali II, III $359/$389
2.78 kg / 3.07 kg
75
165
75
180
220
210
3.96 kg
245
235
Sierra Leone II $569
65
190
65
Specialised Use Tents
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Rab Summit Extreme $999
Features:
Mesh panels, which offer excellent ventilation and
complete protection from insects. Six V shaped pegs
and stuff sack included, 40D ripstop silnyl fabric with
polyurethane coated interior sheds weather, Arcing
zipper entrance sheds weather.
Area: 5.2 m2
Now includes Nighthaven Floor (400g)
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1.49 kg including footprint
A tarp-tent hybrid, the Nighthaven offers comfortable
protection for two people. NB: The Nighthaven requires
a pair of trekking poles to pitch. (Poles not included.)
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Outdoor Research Nighthaven $299
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Ultralightweight Tents
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Features:
Internally pitched Easton poles. Two sealed ‘donut link’
tie-in points. Rear snow collection drawcord porthole.
Two internal pockets, glow in the dark zip pullers.
Shock-quencher guys 10,000 mm laminated nylon
waterproof bathtub base..
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1.83 kg
A low profile two-person mountaineering shelter
in Exchange Lite™ eVent® fabric.
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bivy bags, sleeping bag covers & hammocks
If a tent is too heavy for your intended expedition, consider using a lightweight bivy bag, sleeping bag cover or hammock instead.
Bogong carries a variety of lightweight shelters to suit every need. Perhaps you will be walking in a hutted area and want to carry
a functional emergency shelter only. You might be looking for a shelter for use in the dry season in central or northern Australia.
Or perhaps you are a hiker for whom every gram counts. Whatever your needs, discuss your lightweight shelter options with our
experienced staff.
Floor
Minimum Price
Model
Uses
Upper Fabric
Fabric
Weight
OUTDOOR RESEARCH
Alpine Bivy
$399
Hooped Bivy
Gore-tex
Hydroseal
0.89kg
coated nylon
Aurora Bivy
$329
Bivy
Gore-tex
Hydroseal
0.65kg
coated nylon
3 person teepee shelter
40D Ripstop Silnyl
70D PU Nylon
1.06kg
$279
Assault Bivy
Bivy Tent
Event
0.78 kg
$479
Ridge Raider
Hooped Bivy
Event
10,000mm
laminated nylon
10,000mm
laminated nylon
0.84 kg
$549
PU Nylon/Fly screen
PU Nylon
1.17 kg
$219
PU Nylon/Fly screen
PU Nylon
1.47 kg
$249
PU Nylon/Fly screen
PU Nylon
1.20 kg
$219
•75D Ripstop Polyester
•SN240 Siliconised
•75D Ripstop Polyester
•SN240 Siliconised
•75D Ripstop Polyester
•SN240 Siliconised
N/A
•0.78 kg
•0.50 kg
•1.15 kg
•0.88 kg
•1.70 kg
•0.95 kg
$109
$149
$139
$219
$199
$289
Cover/Tarp
Cover/Tarp
50D Ripstop Polyester
50D Ripstop Polyester
N/A
N/A
0.62 kg
0.84 kg
$149.95
$189.95
Cover/Tent extension,
includes poles
75D Ripstop Polyester
N/A
1.67 kg
$399
Nighthaven
RAB
HENNESSY
Expedition A-Sym
Hammock
Hammock
Explorer Deluxe
Hammock
A-Sym Hammock
Explorer A-Sym Zip
Hammock
WILDERNESS EQUIPMENT
Overhang Tarp 3x2m
Cover/Tarp
Overhang Tarp 3x3m
Cover/Tarp
Overhang Tarp 3x4.5m
Cover/Tarp
N/A
N/A
MONT
Batwing 3 2.4x2.9m
Batwing 5 2.9x3.4m
EXPED
Arc Tarp
Rab Assault Bivy
Mon - Thurs 9.00 - 6.00
Friday
9.00 - 9.00
Saturday 9.00 - 5.00
Sunday
11.00 - 5.00
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