I got it to replace a 40 year old LL Bean "igloo" tent (looked to be made by Eureka as well.) I camp solo via motorcycle so only go out if 100% guarantee of dry conditions. This 7'x7' square format is more practical than the sextagonal igloo. I can lay the air mattress out across the back wall and have a huge solid open area to get off the bouncy mattress & get un/dressed, sort the goods out, etc. With the igloo I had to lay out the air mattress diagonally from "point to point" and the two open areas were not as useful as the one large area I now have. It has a 2 pole design (as opposed to 3 poles with the igloo) and an inch or two more height and a much quicker set up using just 4 pegs. There are 2 poles that go with the fly. Used it the other night for the first time. Nighttime temps were in the mid 50s so I left the fly off as it improves ventilation, reduces any chance of condensation on the inside walls and gives more of a roomy feeling. Found it easy to get in and out. Better for me as a fat geezer. The hanging storage net is a non issue as I hang a small battery powered light from the central ring, using the net would interfere. It is large enough to hold a good bit though. All sewing and detail work is top notch and there is no sloppiness in the fabric to flap in the wind or look like insufficient care was taken in design or construction. I got the 3 person version rather than the two person as there was little difference in price or weight and I am glad I did.
I had purchased a Eureka solo Backcountry tent years back as it was very compact & light. The design & construction on that was also top notch BUT the 30" width disallowed the use of a 39" wide air mattress and I found too many difficult contortions were required to get in & out. Did like the aluminum poles on that one but hopefully these fiberglass poles will hold up. That tent cost $149.00 about 5 years back. The Tetragon was about $112.00 with free shipping. It is about 2 1/2 times the area and taller inside. What a bargin
I would have to be very close to anyone who shared this tent with me and hard to imagine 3 in here without coordinated breathing and abstaining from chili for dinner. BUT if you can live in a 7x7 area, this is a great tent. I guess 2 people could split up the sections and make it work as a roomy backpacking shelter. Well made and comfortable to cocoon in. I will never get to test it in the rain but it appears it will be dry inside. However, the fly overhang is minimal and there would be no way to have a "vestubule" to store any gear or boots out in the weather. There would also not be any protection from rain entering when one opens the doorway getting in or out. Not an issue for a dry weather camper as myself but something to consider.
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 23 x 14.5 x 7.5 inches |
|---|---|
| Package Weight | 4.94 Kilograms |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 84 x 84 x 52 inches |
| Item Weight | 6.9 Pounds |
| Brand Name | Eureka! |
| Warranty Description | Warranty |
| Model Name | Eureka! Tetragon NX 3-Season Family and Car Camping Tent (3 Person) |
| Color | Mykonos Blue |
| Material | Polyester |
| Suggested Users | unisex-adult |
| Number of Items | 2 |
| Manufacturer | Eureka! |
| Part Number | 2629143 |
| Included Components | Eureka! Tetragon NX 3-Season Family and Car Camping Tent (3 Person) |
| Size | 3 Person |
| Sport Type | Camping & Hiking |
