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Zpacks

Zpacks Duplex Classic

Trekking-pole shelter
Min. weight
504 g (17.8 oz) — Blue or Olive Drab; 566 g Spruce Green
Floor
28.1 sq ft (2.6 m²)
Doors
2 (screen door each side; four storm-door panels)
Peak height
48 in (122 cm)
Price range
$$$
Hilleberg

Hilleberg Nallo 2

Light all-season tunnel
Min. weight
2 kg (4 lb 7 oz)
Floor
2.6 m² (28.0 ft²) inner tent area
Doors
1 entrance with 1 vestibule
Peak height
100 cm (39.4 in) inner tent height
Price range
Not listed
The North Face

The North Face Antora Jacket

Mesh-lined everyday shell
Membrane
DryVent 2L on 70D x 70D recycled nylon ripstop
Weight
Not yet verified
Hood
Attached, adjustable three-piece hood with cinch cord and cord locks
Price range
$
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