Gear Preview: Kelty TN3 Tent

The TN3’s full-coverage, sil nylon fly shrugs off downpours, and the full-mesh body and fly vents keep humidity and condensation to a minimum. Nearly 40 square feet of floor space—plus twin vestibules that add another 22 square feet of covered storage—keep three campers and all their gear out of the weather. We scored a dry night and clear skies on an early June trip, perfect conditions to test the roll-back fly and enjoy bug-free stargazing. When the rain arrived the following evening, Kelty’s easy-to-use clips and hub-style poles made for a rapid (and mostly dry) setup. 5.25 lbs.

kelty.com | $299.95

This review first appeared in the Fall 2015 issue of Adventure Kayak magazine. For more great gear reviews, click here and subscribe to Adventure Kayak’s print and digital editions, or click here to read the current issue.