Author: ProCamper

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Tents

Ultra Quasar Tent - Terra Nova

The Ultra Quasar Tent from Terra Nova is at the cutting edge of low weight reliable mountain tents.  A fully geodesic design means that it exceptionally stable which can cope with extreme weather conditions from any angle.  With this ability to cope in the harshest envioronments combined with it’s reasonable light weight of 3.12kg (packed) it is often the tent of choice for adventure racing.

The “Ultra” is a evolution on the original Quasar design, the inner of the tent has been given an overhaul for improved ventilation, reduced weight and a light, airy feel. The guyline system has also been improved, for even faster and more secure anchoring.

How do you pitch the Ultra Quasar Terra Nova Tent?

Just watch this video to find out:

Specifications

  • Sleeps: 2
  • Season Rating Spec: 4 Season
  • Free standing?: Yes (tent can be pitched without guying out)
  • Minimum Weight: 2.87Kg (6lb 5oz)
  • Packed Weight: 3.12Kg (6lb 14oz)
  • Pitch Time (estimate): 15 mins
  • Number of Porches: 2
  • Number of Doors: 2
  • Pitch Type: Inner pitch first
  • Packed Size: 18cm x 54cm
  • User range: Lightweight backpacking, Trekking
  • Pitching: Inner first
  • Titanium pegs, 5.5g each
  • 8.84mm DAC Featherlite poles
  • New inner design and guyline system
  • ‘No rattle’ zip pulls

Categories
Backpacks

Mountain Equipment Wet & Dry Bags

Mountain Equipment Wet & Dry Bags are great all round kit bags.  The Wet & Dry Bags are available in 4 size options, 40 Litres, 70 Litres, 100 Litres and 140 Litres.

They are made from a strong tarpaulin waterproof fabric augmented with an strong 1000 denier nylon base.  The 100 and 140 Litre Bags come with a fully adjustable Shoulder Harness making the bag carriable as a rucksack.  All the bags come with side and handles and a long strap from end to end.  So many carrying options!

These bags are named Wet and Dry Bags because although the complete bag is a dry bag they have a internal divider which effectively gives you two dry bags, perfect for when you finish a days surfing or kayaking as you can put your wet kit in one section but anything that needs to stay dry can stay in the other half!

If though you don’t fancy carrying your kit on your back, or know you don’t have far to go, Mountain Equipment also offer similer 70 ltr and 100 ltr roll bags, which have wheels for easy movement over smooth surfaces.

Specifications - Wet & Dry Kit Bag 100 ltr

  • Weight: 2160g
  • Volume: 100 Litres
  • Internal waterproof divider
  • Removable shoulder straps
  • Wide U shaped zipped lid for easy access
  • Nylon webbing reinforced carrying straps
  • Tough tapaulin/1000D Nylon outer fabric
  • Dimensions: 75 x 40 x 40cm

Specifications Roller Kit Bag 100 ltr

  • Weight: approx. 4350g
  • Volume: 100 Litres
  • Internal waterproof divider
  • Internal mesh pocket
  • Wide U shaped zipped lid with lockable zippers
  • Nylon webbing reinforced carrying straps and handles
  • Tough tarpaulin/1000D Nylon outer fabric
  • Internal and external compression straps
  • Lockable and retractable pull-out handle
  • Durable custom wheels and wheel housing
  • Protective skid rails
  • Reinforced corners for extra durability
  • Base: 46 x 75cm (L)
  • Height: 47cm max


 

Categories
Cooking

MSR Micro Pocket Rocket

 

MSR’s Micro Pocket Rocket is the newest in their range of lightweight camping stoves.  It’s their smallest and lightest stove, offering the best mix of Size, Weight, Price and Performance.

It’s simple to use with a handheld Piezo ingition included, and can boil a litre of water in 3.5 minutes.

You may be familier with the original Pocket Rocket stove and be asking how is this better?   The biggest improvements are improved stability thanks to new pot supports and a smaller packed size

  • Compact: Folding legs pack exceptionally small, fitting into an MSR® Insulated Mug.
  • Light: Weighs just 73 g (2.6oz.)
  • Strong: Pot supports located close to burner head for excellent stability.
  • Wind-Resistant: Concave burner head with WindClip™ protection pushes a persistent, solid flame.
  • Fast: Boils 1 liter of water in just 3.5 minutes.
  • Piezo Ignition: Tubular design offers excellent durability and captures gas for reliable ignition.