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Cabela's XPG Ridgelight XST Tent

Compare this technologically advanced tent to others in the industry for features, specs and sizes. You will find Cabela's offers more for your money. The XPG Ridgelight XST is an extremely lightweight, state of the art hybird single-wall tent for the weight-conscious backpacker, that doesn't want to sacrifice room or durability. The tent body is constructed of ultralight 33D silicone-coated nylon ripstop, with a 1500mm waterproof coating and fully taped seams for maximum protection against the elements. The bathtub-style floor is constructed of lightweight, abrasion resistant 50-D nylon ripstop with a 3000 mm waterproof-rated coating to protect against ground moisture. The one-piece hub and swivel frame is constructed of 8.84mm DAC Featherlite aluminum poles that are extremely lightweight yet provide a super-strong frame. The frame design allows for quick and easy setup, and the large DAC clips allow you to easily attach the tent body to the frame, even while wearing gloves. Crossing ridge poles provide increased headroom and pull vents open for improved airflow and strength in high winds. Dual doors and vestibules allow easy entry and exit while providing additional storage space. The doors have no-see-um mesh to allow good ventilation while keeping bugs out and feature lightweight, durable No. 5 YKK? zippers. Reflective points allow for easy visibility in the dark. The tent also includes ultralightweight aluminum stakes and a 100% waterproof stuffsack. Imported.

Average Customer Rating:

3.3 out of 5

5 of 8 (63%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.

Customer Reviews for Cabela's XPG Ridgelight XST Tent

Overall Rating:

2 out of 5

Highly Disappointed, September 29, 2009
By flyboy7172002 from Pennsylvania

"I read the reviews and it seemed readily apparent that this tent design had a problem with ventilation/condensation. I decided to take a chance on it anyway and unfortunately the previous reviews had it right. MAJOR condensation on the inside of the tent by the time I woke up in the morning. That was with the rainfly on.

What a disappointment. Other than that problem I absolutely LOVE the tent. It's very well designed. I so wish it didn't have the condensation problem because I'd really like to keep it but unfortunately it's getting returned as I simply can't afford to wake up in the mornings with water droplets dripping onto my sleeping bag."

Would you recommend this product to a friend? No

Review 2 for Cabela's XPG Ridgelight XST Tent

Overall Rating:

1 out of 5

XPG Ridgeline does not adequate for wet weather, June 30, 2009
By TooWet from Idaho

"I used this tent in Alaska last week immediately after purchase. It does not have a full rain fly, and as a result, water pours into the tent when a door is opened. Also, the little end vents - which are inadequate - seep and drip water directly into the tent."

Would you recommend this product to a friend? No

Review 3 for Cabela's XPG Ridgelight XST Tent

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

Very Nice Tent, April 21, 2009
By DBKansas from Lenexa, Kansas

"I am very pleased with this tent. My son and I went on a Boy Scout campout over the weekend. We each have this tent. The tents performed very well. It was pouring rain the whole time and we had a big thunderstorm over night. No leaks anywhere. The factory seams remained waterproof."

Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes

Review 4 for Cabela's XPG Ridgelight XST Tent

Overall Rating:

4 out of 5

cabela`s ridgelight tent, June 11, 2008
By northforkcamper from Weippe Idaho

"I have used this tent for 3 weeks now in heavy rain and winds, water has come in through the top and bottom vents. That being said it is a good tent for I want if for we have had 40+ mph winds and heavy rain and other than some spray from the vents it has held up well. I was looking for a fast set-up, fairly waterproof tent and I do like this one. I am going for a 14 mile backpack trip this weekend on the North fork of the clearwater river and I feel this tent meets my needs unless it snows 2 feet."

Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes

Review 5 for Cabela's XPG Ridgelight XST Tent

Overall Rating:

1 out of 5

Cabela's XPG Ridgelight XST Tent, May 30, 2008
By BWojo from Elmhurst, Pa.

"I was very disappointed in this tent. I'm an adventure motorcyclist and enjoy camping, I was looking for a light, quality tent that weighed approx. six pounds. After reading the discription and knowing quality of Cabela's products I decided to purchase the tent. Also, considering the price listed I knew it was a quality two man tent.
We had a very bad rain storm the first night of a weekend motorcycle/camping trip. I am sad to say, I had as much water inside the tent as in the puddles around my tent.......... all my camping gear got wet, sleeping bags, cloths etc. The tent is well designed and built but, it should also have a light weight waterproof fly to shed off rain before coming in contact with the tent material.
I'm sure if the tent came with a lightweight, waterproof rain fly it would be a winner!!!!!!!"

Would you recommend this product to a friend? No

Review 6 for Cabela's XPG Ridgelight XST Tent

Overall Rating:

4 out of 5

nice little tent, November 20, 2007
By jhhunts from Danville, Al

"I like the way it is small and compact, weighs little of nothing. But for a bigger guy, this is really a one man tent."

Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes

Review 7 for Cabela's XPG Ridgelight XST Tent

Overall Rating:

4 out of 5

XPG Ridgelight XST Tent, September 14, 2007
By Rickcabela

"I lived in the XPS Ridgelight XST Tent for a week while bow hunting Elk in the rugged Mountians of the Gila Wilderness in New Mexico. The tent is light and has plenty of room for gear at the foot and head of the tent. Although, I have the three man tent, I would not recommend the tent for three people. The three man tent is comfortable for two average size individuals and gear. Trying to fit three individuals in the tent would be a stretch. Also the tent does not shed rain water properly. Water accumulates above the doors and when bumped water will fall into tent or on your head or back."

Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes

Review 8 for Cabela's XPG Ridgelight XST Tent

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

Ridgelight Tent, July 18, 2007
By bearbethel from Wasilla, Alaska

"I needed a light weight tent for fly-in trips were weight is of the up most concern. Used this tent on a 5 day trip into the Talkeetna mountains where I encountered typical Alaska weather, rained day and night. Not one leak, but you will learn to give the top of the tent a rap or two to keep water from running down your back when you exit. I bought the 3 man which has decent room for 2, if you put in 3 I suggest they know each other well. Good tent for the weight consious."

Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes

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