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Big Agnes Guard Station 8 Mountaineering Shelter Includes Blazin' Deal w/ Free S&H — 2 models
Prices have been cut drastically on select models of this product as part of a special offer. These prices are so low that there's no double-dipping with coupons or any additional discounts - sorry about that. This offer won't last long, so don't miss out!
Product Info for Big Agnes Guard Station 8 Mountaineering Shelter
This is basecamp--Big Agnes style! Our Guard Station 8 is a dome-style mountaineering expedition dream shelter. There are so many details and features that set this tent apart from others, but the most important are what make it burly enough to withstand the most extreme high-altitude, high-alpine conditions. Single-wall polyester material with a thick, high-UV-resistant coating and heavy Gauge materials.
Specifications for Big Agnes Guard Station 8 Mountaineering Shelter:
Manufacturer:
Big Agnes
Color:
Red
Internal Height:
84 in
Internal Length:
157 in
Internal Width:
157 in
Sleep Capacity:
8-Person
Floor Area:
128 sq ft
Weight:
25.06 lb
Packed Size:
10 x 15 x 24 in
Body Material:
Polyester
Seasonal/Temperature Use:
4 Season
Tent Footprint:
Included
Rain Fly Material:
Silicone-treated with 1200mm Waterproof Polyurethane Coating
Doors:
2
Application:
Camping
Application:
Camping
Tent Type:
Car Camping, Mountaineering
Features of Big Agnes Guard Station 8 Mountaineering Shelter:
Person: 8 person
Trail weight: 18 lb 7oz 8.36kg
Packed weight: 25lb 1oz 11.37kg
Fast fly weight: 21lb 5oz 1.05kg
Packed size: 10" x 15" x 24" 25 x 38 x 61cm
Floor size: 128 sq ft 11.9m2
Floor length: 157" 399cm
Floor width: 157" 399cm
Head height: 84" 213cm
Foot height: na na
Vestibule area: na na
Footprint weight: 2lb 13oz 1.28kg
Footprint packed size LxWxH: 12" x 8" x 3" 30 x 20 x 8cm
Pole set type: DAC Pressfit
Pole diameter (mm): 15.4mm, 14mm, and 9mm
Number of poles: 8
Features: Mountaineers, climbers and summit-seekers - this one's for you! Our Guard Station mountaineering dome brings durable, basecamp-ready design and materials to high-altitude expeditions
House the entire crew, use as a medical tent, mess hall or command center
Dome shape minimizes snow and wind load
DAC exoskeleton pole system maximizes architectural strength and creates extensive livable space
Single-wall structure minimizes bad-weather impact during set up
Accessory Body creates a separate living and sleeping space that takes up half the area of the shelter - sold separately.
Peek at the peak through one of six windows without opening doors. Windows can be opened for venting or closed up tight in extreme weather
Features two ceiling vents for air flow
Heavy-gauge materials ensure this shelter is ready for the most extreme Alpine conditions
Multiple interior loops for attaching accessories and mtnGLO Tent and Camp Lights
Ready to pitch; with pre-cut guy lines and tensioners
Heavy duty reflective guylines and reflective webbing
Removable floor included
Fabric: Fly is Dominico undyed polyester rip-stop made with high tenacity yarns which increase tear strength by 20-25% over standard nylon or polyester rip-stop fabrics. Also provides high UV resistance and stability during temperature and moisture fluctuations, allowing for a solid and stable pitched tent
Fly is silicone-treated with 1200mm waterproof polyurethane coating plus an additional coating on the face of the fabric to increase tear strength and UV resistance
Footprint is polyester oxford with 5000mm waterproof polyurethane coating
The material uses a unique pigment dye coloring process that resists fading and increases UV resistance; extending the longevity of the fabric when used in high altitude conditions.
All seams taped with waterproof, solvent-free polyurethane tape (No PVC or VOC's)
Poles: DAC Press Fit pole system
Stakes and storage: 20 DAC oversized 12" aluminum J stakes
Carry bag with packpack straps included
Options/accessories: Accessory Body - sold separately
Footprint - included
8P fits Large Trapezoid - sold separately
Package Contents:
Big Agnes Guard Station 8
Big Agnes Guard Station 8 Mountaineering Shelter Orderable Models
List of Orderable Models
Open Box, Dealer Demo, Big Agnes Guard Station 8 Mountaineering Shelter, 8-Person, Red, TGS819, MPN: TGS819-DMO, Code: 2BG-TMN-BAGNES193-TGS819-DMO-OB-A
Big Agnes Guard Station 8 Mountaineering Shelter, 8-Person, Red, TGS819, MPN: TGS819, UPC: 841487122164, Code: 2BG-TMN-BAGNES193-TGS819