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Front Range Ultralight Tarp Shelter
MSR
Front Range Ultralight Tarp Shelter
$379.95
Description

  Featherweight, all-season protection for parties of four

  So compact and light, it’s hardly noticeable in your pack, the Front Range tarp shelter lets parties of four move faster on giant alpine missions and ski traverses, with all-season protection from the elements. Supremely versatile—it makes a featherweight dining hall too—this ultra-simple shelter is boosted with MSR's proprietary XtremeShield™ coating for long-term durability. The optional Bug/Floor Insert (sold separately) adds protection for mud and mosquito season. Pole sold separately.

  

Footprint sold separately.
Description
Brand Name:
MSR
Tent Sleeps:
4 Person
Tent Type:
Single Wall
Number of Doors:
1 Door
Area:
81 sq ft (7.52 sq m)
Weight:
2 lbs (0.91 kg)
Minimum Weight:
1 lb 10 oz (0.74 kg)
Length:
108 in (2.74 m)
Height:
64 in (1.62 m) at peak
Width:
108 in (2.74 m)
Tent Pole Type:
Pole not included
Stuff Size:
12 x 5 in (30 x 13 cm)
Mfg Sku/Part Number:
13119
UPC:
040818131190
Other Features:
Featherweight: Hyper-efficient tarp shelter sleeps four but is ultralight even for two, with a 5' 4in. peak height for gearing up easily.
Quick Setup: Frameless, floorless design pitches with ski/trekking poles or 5-foot accessory pole (sold separately); ski straps included for easy assembly.
Easy Access: Zippered door rolls back completely on both sides for sweeping views and easy entry.
Versatile: Light enough to carry as a solo shelter, dining hall, or emergency shelter. Optional Bug/Floor Insert (sold separately) available for wet & buggy terrain.
Durable: Steep canopy sheds snow and water and features XtremeShield™ waterproof coating for long-lasting durability.
Livable volume: 144 cu ft (4078 L)
Material: 20D ripstop nylon 1200mm XtremeShield™ polyurethane & silicone
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