High-strength pole architecture, lightweight materials, fully sealable interior and roomy floor plan combine to create a low-weight, weather-worthy tent3-pole extended dome structure is designed for strength; compact footprint and single front vestibule are ideal for setups in tight spotsAsymmetrical shape keeps the weight low while allowing an efficient use of interior space; it provides nice roominess around the shoulder areaLarge, multidiameter DAC Featherlight® NSL Combi poles increase interior volume and structural stabilityDual AirLift rainfly vents channel wind to increase tent's strength; fully adjustable, these ceiling vents create cross-flow ventilation that mitigates condensationDead End pole sleeves and color coding facilitate a quick setupSpeed-pitching option allows tent and fly to be semi-permanently attached for a quick setup that protects the canopy from precipitationArete can be used in a variety of seasons and climates: inner tent is fully closeable, with zippered panels that cover the mesh doors and ventsHybrid floor combines sealed seams and bathtub curves to create a waterproof, taut floor; tautness enhances door-zipper operation and maximizes volume at end wallsVestibule overhangs tent door so rain stays outsideMultiple storage options include corner pockets, roof pockets and hang loops; use the door pocket to hold door out of the way or for storageSiliconized 30-denier ripstop nylon fly is lightweight, highly water repellent and tear resistantNo-wick welded construction ensures that moisture won't sneak through susceptible areas, such as guy-out points, pole wraps and zippersComes with guylines and tighteners, stakes, pole and stake bags, pole repair tube, and tapered, easy-to-fill compression stuff sackAlso included is 1 REI ASL 2 footprintSized a bit smaller than tent floor to prevent pooling of water between tent and ground sheet during wet weatherWebbing stake-outs at tent corners provide easy attachmentThis tent was only used once (see photo) and was under a tarp canopy the entire time during my 4 day field test.Check out the ASL 2 tent on the REI website here    Check out the ASL 2 footprint on the REI website here