didn't realize this forum existed.

anyone have any experience with this as a 4 season tent?

Just got one for winter myself and am looking forward to testing it this winter.
I'm interested in input from any users out there also.

Just got one myself for colder, fall/winter hikes. Although I haven't had the chance to test it in the field, I did set up it up in the front yard during a torrential downpoor with 20+ mph winds, and I was impressed! It shed winds and heavy rain with ease, with only 4 stakes and 2 trekking poles for the ridgeline. The Shangri-La provides a ton a room for both users, which will come in handy when waiting out a snow or rain storm. These shelters have been used by BPL instructors, during the WT courses, with great success! I'll report back when I've got the chance to use mine in the field a few times.

Aaron,
I'm in the market for a winter shelter.

I'm just curious, did you consider a DuoMid when you bought the shangri-la 2? If so, why did you go with the shangri-la rather than a DuoMid?

I considered the Duomid myself. My concerns were with the slope of the walls in a single pole design creating less interior space , the single vent and I was looking for a stronger material. The Shangri La series is made with 1.7oz/yd sillite as opposed to 1.1oz silnylon and has a higher hydrostatic head as well.

Entry into the Shangri la 2 seems to leave less of the interior exposed to weather for getting in and out as well.
If 2 are in the Duomid the person near the door will be exposed.

Edited by lightingboy on 03/15/2010 10:56:11 MDT.

I just got one myself. Found it on Steep and Cheap for $79 and couldn't pass it up. I have not even had a chance to set it up in my yard yet, BUT I cant wait to use it out on the trail.

J

Can anyone share more experiences with the Shangri-La 2 as a 4 season shelter? I am especially curious about condensation issues and wind strength.