Hilleberg Tent Handbook 2013

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THE TENT HANDBOOK


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The Hilleberg history ral informatione Hilleberg History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

leberg principles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

esign & manufacturing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

aterials. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

e Importance of tear strength . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

e Hilleberg difference is in the details. . . . . . .

e Hilleberg Label System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

hoosing the right Hilleberg tent. . . . . . . . . . . . .

ho uses Hilleberg tents? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

k Label Tents

ack Label introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ron & Keron GT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

mmatj & Nammatj GT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

itaris . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ivo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

rra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

aika . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Label Tents

d Label introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

itum & Kaitum GT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

llo & Nallo GT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ak. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

nnu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

kto. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ulo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

na. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

w Label Tents

llow Label introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

jan & Anjan GT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

gen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Label Tents

ue Label introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

jd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

as. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

tai . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ers

elters introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

esh Inner Tents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

rp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

esh Ridge & Mesh Boxes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

vanorak. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ndsack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ssories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

verallcatalogdesign&production:

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tergraphicsofalltent models:

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Print, (www.colorprint.dk)

Welcome to the Hilleberg Tent Handbook 2013!

For many years, we have dis cussed the best way to make it as easy as possible for users to choose

their Hilleberg tent. This year, we are introducing the Hilleberg Label System, which groups our

tents into one of four Lab els, Black, Red, Yellow or Blue. Each label represents a blend of what

we consider the crucial performance attributes reliability, adaptability, ease of use, durability,

comfort and low weight.

Black Label tents are all season models built with Kerlon 1800 outer tents, and that offer the

greatest strength and the highest degree of reliability, ease of use, and comfort. They are ideal

for all users and all situations.

Red Label tents are made with Kerlon 1200 outer tents, and are our lightest all season tents,

designed for those who need all season function but who need lighter weight more than overall

strength. These models still afford a high degree of our performance attributes, but, because of

their lighter materials, not as much as the Black Label tents do.

Yellow Label tents are our lightest tents, and are purposefully designed with lightest weight

as the highest priorit y. Built with very light Kerlon 1000 outer tents, they are suited for more pro-

tected terrain in warmer, snow-free conditions. And because they do use our lightest materials,

they sacrifice strength, ease of use and comfort for that lightest weight goal. Joining the Yellow

Label group this year is the extended vestibule Anjan GT, in both 2 and 3 person versions, both

of which are amazingly lightweight for so much space.

Blue Label tents are our specialized models. Each is built for a dis tinct purpose, and is built with

the materials most appropriate to that job.

Nothing changes in the construction or production of any of the tents themselves. This new system

is simply a way to help make it easier for users to select the right Hilleberg tent for their needs.

There are changes within the company, as well. Rolf has handed over the position of Managing

Director of Hilleberg the Tentmaker AB, the h ead offi ce in Sweden, to Gran Svensk. Gran is an

outdoor enthusiast who was previously with Recall, a global leader in information management.

We are excited about the energy and skill set that he brings to our growing company. Rolf will

remain involved in the company as part of the boar d of directors together with Renate, Petra and

Bo Hilleberg, who will continue as Chairman. Petra remains President of Hilleberg Inc, which

handles all business outside of Europe.

We hope you all have a fulfilling year, and we wish you many memorable tent adventures in 2013!

The Hilleberg family, November 2012

ver the hills and far away, a Nammatj servesa lakefront cottage in the Shaler Mountains,

nalaska Island, Alaska. Photo: Scott &eghan Bingen.

, , a professional forester, founded his own

company, Hilleberg AB. That same year, while on a ski vacation in the

Austrian Tyrol, Bo met Renate Neuner. Aer a couple of years, the two

had fallen in love, married, and she had moved with him to Stockholm,

Sweden. Their marriage was the final, necessary ingredient in the mix

that has become Hilleberg the Tentmaker.

Before Renate, Bos fledgling company was primarily a forestry

equipment concern, with tent making as a hoped-for sideline. An avid,

lifelong outdoorsman, Bo was terminally frustrated with tents that re-

quired pitching the inner tent first and then covering it with a loose rain

fly that usually displayed the same properties as a kite in the wind. He

envisioned a tent that had an outer and inner tent th

simultaneously but he didnt have the necessary se

and Renates marriage, conjugal and commercial b

took charge of the sewing while Bo handled design

their combined efforts, the company flourished.

Today, family and business are still inextricably

man, and is still in charge of design and developm

handles all company business outside of Europe; an

and her brother Rolf make up the governing board o

family synergy continues to beget success.

Bo Hilleberg establishes his company, Hil-leberg AB, and, on a skiing trip to Austria,meets his future wife, Renate Neuner.

The introduction of the Keron, then and nowthe companys signature tent.

The Akto, a roomy, very light, solo tent withtrue all season function, is an immediate hitupon its introduction.

The original Saivthe new short powhichmakespitchcrossings simplerwindy conditions

In,PetraHillebergfoundsHilleberg,Inc.,the US subsidiary in Redmond, WA. In ,Rolf Hilleberg becomes Managing Directorof Hilleberg the Tentmaker in Sweden. BoHillebergcontinuesasChairmanof theBoard.

Hillebergaddsmodelsinall categories,includ-ingtheAtlasandAltaigrouptents;KaitumandKaitum GT tunnel tents; fully freestandingAllak and Soulo dome tents; and the Saitarisand redesigned Saivo dome tents, both builtwith a new pole system and designed for themost demanding conditions.

Hilleberg introduces the Anjan tunnel tentsand Rogen dome tent. These models aredesignedasvery lightweightoptionsfor tripsin warmer environments and/or during thesnow-free months of the year.

To make it easieHilleberg organize"Labels," Black, RLabel represents and/orconstructiothe Anjan GT is inand Rogen mode

Hillebergbeginsmakingdometents. Picturedis a multi-color Staika prototype produced in for a South Pole expedition.

Hilleberg introduces the Keb, the first com-mercial tent to have a connected inner andouter. The simultaneous pitching of bothelements of the tent make it an immediatesuccess.

Bo discovers that a certain type of silicone-coated fabric is six to seven times strongerthannearlyanyothertentfabricthen available,and adopts it for all Hilleberg outer tents.This is first use of silicone-coated fabricsfor tents, and the beginning of the Kerlonfamily of fabrics.

Bo redesigns the design so that thenected. and incotent design.


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AdaptabilityYour Hilleberg tent must perform equally well across the entire spectrum of itsLabel category performance range. Thus, Black and Red Label tents must betrue all season ones. Specifically, Black Label models must be fully functional inboth the most and least demanding conditions. Red Label tents must be nearly asadaptable, but with the constraint of their prioritizing lighter weight over absolutestrength. Yellow Label tents, designed for warmer environments and for snow freetrips in less exposed terrain, must still adapt to hot or cool, rainy or dry, and windyor still conditions.

ReliabilitySimply put, you must be able to depend on your Hilleberg tent, whether its oneof our strongest, Black Label models, or one of our lightest, most minimal YellowLabel ones. We deliberately choose all materials, design elements and constructiontechniques outer tent fabrics, pole diameter and guy line placement, for example to exceed the performance parameters in each Label category.

The Hilleberg principles and backcountry shelters. Thats all we do, and from our

first tent in 1973, we have been driven by a single, simple point of refer-

ence: define the capabilities of the tent or shelter we envision, then build

it with the most advantageous balance of six essential principles for its

desired performance. We believe this method of design and construction

yields the highest performing backcountry shelter solutions available.

To outline a tents capabilities, we use our Label categories: Black

Label models are all season, all condition tents ideal for any user; Red

Label tents are all season models that favor light weight over absolute

Low weightMaking a reliable, adaptable and easy-to-pitch tent that is heavy doesnt meet our standards. But neither does creating a tent that is super light at the expenseof any of our other criteria. The key to our low weight principle is that we never consider the weight an end in itself, but as the mortar that binds our other criteriatogether. The development of both our lightweight Kerlon for Red Label tents and our even lighter Kerlon for Yellow Label tents produced a number ofchoices. In both cases, we opted for the ones that best balanced light weight and strength. We could have chosen a lighter fabric, but it simply would not have metour standards. Our ultimate aim is not to make the lightest tents, but, within their performance range, the lightest, strongest, most reliable, dependable,comfortable and durable ones.

DurabilityGiven its performance range of use, your tent must be able to withstand not onlythe daily rigors of your trips, but it must also last as long as possible. Our BlackLabel tents are designed and built to offer the greatest durability. Red Label andYellow Label models are made to give the best durability possible given their lighterweight materials. At the same time, we are very conservative, so we over-test andunderstate the specifications of all of our tents.

Ease of useNo matter how reliable a backcountry shelter is, if its complicated or difficult to putup, it plainly falls short. Every Hilleberg tent features linked inner and outer tents,which provides simultaneous pitching of both as well as the inherent simplicitythat allows for simple, straightforward set-up, even in bad weather. For our Blackand Red Label models, that means being able to pitch the tents easily, even in highwinds and blowing snow, in the dark, alone, and while wearing heavy gloves. OurYellow Label models, similarly, must be as uncomplicated to set up, by one person,at night, in rainy, blustery conditions as they are in calm ones.

ComfortComfort in the backcountry is not mere luxury; its basic livability. Thats why all

Hilleberg tents are built with bright, spacious interiors and venting solutions thatkeep air flowing in all weathers. It is also why all our tents have the small details thatturn a mere house into a home: well-placed interior gear pockets; clothes lines; andappropriately placed ring and toggle or clip and loop fasteners for open doors or vents.

strength; tents in the Yellow Label group prioritize the lightest weight,

and are geared for warmer climates and for use in snow-free times and in

more protected conditions; and Blue Label models are individually task

specific. Our performance principles the six attributes we consider

critical to superior performance are reliability, adaptability, ease of

use, durability, and comfort, all integrated into the optimal synthesis

for the intended performance range, at an appropriately low weight.

Thus, Black Label models offer the highest level of these qualities.

Since lighter weight is given higher priority in the Red and especially

in the Yellow Label performance blends, there is some sacrifice of reli-

ability, adaptability, ease of use and so on in these groups.

Becausetheyarebuiltfortrueallseasonuse,bothBlackandRedLabeltentsaredesignedwithablendofperformanceattributesthatofferfulladaptabilitytoandeaseofhandlinginbothfineand foul conditions. Photos: Marco Hummelink (www.marcohummelink.nl), Henrik Andersson.

Yellow Label tents are designed to be very l ightweight and for use in snow-free conditions. Sotheirblend ofperformance attributesemphasizelight weightandai rinessoverstrength. Photo:Stefan Rosenboom (www.augenwege.de).

Design & manufacturing , has always been driven by problem-solving rather

than by creating something new. Bo Hilleberg established this protocol

40 years ago when he set out to build a tent that was easier to pitch in

challenging weather. And while his solution the linked inner and outer

tent construction was both novel and pioneering, the innovation was

the result the solution to the problem not the cause.

Today, Bo still heads our design team all of which are inveterate

all-season backcountry adventurers and he a nd they still see design

through that function-first, problem-solving lens. Bo and his team spend

a great deal of time in the tents, in all seasons, so many if not most of

our designs are literally born in the wilderness.

From there, solutions are sketched, drawn, and digitized in our CAD

system, and usable prototypes are created. Design then morphs into

development, and every detail and every tent goes through months

and oen years of testing before it goes into production.

Of course, designing a great tent creating an elegant solution to a

problem is one thing, but manufacturing it is another. To ensure that we

Pre-production

We order materials for every production run manymonths in advance, and do exhaustive quality controltesting. This way, we ensure that we c an replace anyinferior component long before production begins.

We test every roll of all our fabrics for proper color,abrasion resistance, waterproofness where appro-priate, weight and hand properties. We also test asignificant sampling of outer tent and floor fabric rollsfor tear strength, and, in the case of outer tent fabrics,color consistency and color resistance to light. We alsosubject our tent floor fabrics to tapability tests alongwith the other, more standard tests.

In addition, we ensure that poles, zippers, fasten-ers, webbing and the like all meet our quality criteria.

. & . Making the Tents

Fabric pieces are cut using pattern shapes. The rel-evant pieces including fabric, zippers, and all detailsneeded for each model are assembled, and passedon to the sewers.

. Assembly & Quality Control

Every tent we make is completely set up and inspectedbefore it is shipped.

A Tent Inspector visually inspects both the innerand outer tents, puts the two together, inserts thepoles and puts on the ground straps. After erecting thetent he or she makes sure the ground straps have theproper tension, and opens the tent to check zippersand seams. After closing the tent up, he or she does

another quality check and af

line runners. If at any point a the affected piece goes backfor correction.

Once the tent is certified adown. Poles and pegs are put sacks and bundled with the tFinally, an instruction bookletcontrol and hang tags.

The completed tent is nowthe company warehouses in e

can build what we envision, a nd do so at the level of

we own and operate our own, ISO-9001: 2000 certi

facility in Estonia. We also work with a few careful

factories, but the hub of our production process is o

where we set up, inspect, and approve the tents befo

This interwoven design and manufacturing cycl

oversight, and also lets us seamlessly adopt any desi

create. Throughout the process, we are testing new

prototypes, in both high tech labs and in year-roun

are constantly reevaluating our in-line models, as w

the company take part in this development system b

what they learn from their own wilderness trips, an

collecting feedback from our retail partners and o

from all over the world.

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Materials: uncompromising quality

Field testing is a crucial part of the design process and northern Sweden provides anideal place to test in a broad range of conditions. Photo: Rolf Hilleberg.

F A B R I C S P E C I F I C A T I O N S

Kerlon

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Denier Nylon

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, mm/ kPa (I SO )

Denier Nylon

Triple-coated polyurethane

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Denier Nylon

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Durable Water Repellent (DWR)

Highly puncture & abrasion resistant.

NSL poles are nearly the same diameter as t he pole section itself, so the

poles are both significantly stronger and lighter than standard-style poles.

We select the optimal pole length(s) and diameter for each tent

model, and, if necessary, we pre-bend them. 9 mm poles go into both

our Yellow Label and our Red Lab el models because, like these models

Kerlon 1000 and 1200 outer tent fabrics, they offer plenty of strength at

a very low weight. We use stronger 10 mm poles with our Black Label

tents, since these are designed to handle the most extreme conditions.

Other materialsWe choose and evaluate the other materials on our tents zippers, guy

lines, pegs, and other fittings with the same rigor we apply to fabrics

and poles.

We use YKK zippers, which we have found are the strongest and

most reliable available.

Our proprietary guy lines are a blend of super strong Vectran fibers

and polyester, uniquely interwoven so there is no sheath to separate

from the core. They are very light and strong, absorb almost no water,

and have negligible stretch.

All of our tents come with the appropriate aluminum pegs: extra ro-

bust yet quite light pegs with the Black Label tents; very light and strongpegs with the Red Label tents; and super light but still quite strong pegs

with Yellow Label models.

Smaller fittings are equally well-considered. The simple polymer line

runners will hold tenaciously even on wet or frozen cord, and yet ca n be

easily adjusted. The polymer pole clips, pole tensioner cups, the metal

ladder lock buckles on pole and peg tensioners (we use metal because

these buckles must be as strong as possible) and the adjustable peg

loops are all immune to wet and cold, and can be operated easily, even

while wearing bulky mittens.

. . . . These are the

qualities we demand from all the materials that we use, and we have

rigorous standards that every material must meet. Such materials are

almost always more expensive, but they also yield a final product that

substantially outperforms one made with even slightly lower quality

materials. It is that kind of exceptional performance that is the hallmark

of Hilleberg tents. We are also constantly testing that performance, from

the strength and durability of our fabrics and poles to the reliability of

our zippers, guy lines, line runners and fittings. We use lab tests and

field tests, and we are always seeking better material solutions.

FabricsA tents fabrics are what protects you from the elements. In a Hilleberg

tent, those fabrics must perform to exacting criteria in a number of areas,

which we check in the lab, with standardized tests, as well as in the field.

Hilleberg Kerlon outer tent fabrics must meet a specific tear strength,

(see The Importance of Tear Strength on the next page), as well as a

minimum waterproofness rating, or hydrostatic head, and a minimum

color resistance to light.

While the outer tents fabric keeps the elements out, the inner tent

fabrics must serve to keep the occupants as comfortable as possible.Our inner tent fabrics are very lightweight and both air permeable and

highly breathable, so they let moisture vapor escape while keeping actual

water drops from penetrating.

Also vital to the tents performance are its floor fabrics. Ours are not

only extremely waterproof, but are also highly puncture and abrasion

resistant, and will stay flexible even in the coldest temperatures.

PolesA high performance tent must have a skeleton worthy of the strength

of its skin. We use DAC poles, because we believe they offer the kind of

superior performance that our fabrics do, and on most models, we use

the DAC Featherlite NSL poles. The section-connecting inserts on the

. It is that simple. The

stronger the fabric on your outer tent is, the less likely it is to tear because

of bad weather, rough handling, or inadvertent mistakes.

And Hillebergs Kerlon outer tent fabrics are strikingly strong. Kerlon

1800, used in our Black Label models, and Kerlon SP, used in some of

our Blue Label tents and in our tarps, have a minimum tear strength

of 18 kg/40 lbs and 15 kg/33 pounds, respectively. Kerlon 1200, found

in our Red Label collection, has a minimum tear strength of 12 kg/26.5

lbs. Even the fami lys lightest member, Kerlon 1000, used in our Yellow

Label tents, has a remarkable 10 kg/22 lb minimum tear str ength. Even

better, this strength comes in impressively low weight packages. In real

life usage in the field, that combination of strength and light weight

translates into tents that, in our opinion, outperform those made with

other fabrics.

The Silicone ConnectionIn 1975, Bo Hilleberg received a sample of a new, lighter, more water-

proof fabric. When Bo cut the edge of the sample and tried to tear it, he

couldnt. The fabric, Bo learned, was coated with silicone, rather than

the usual polyurethane. And while this new fabric was indeed very light

and waterproof, it was also exceptionally strong. It was exactly what Bohad been looking for, and our Kerlon fabrics were born.

Not all silicone-coated fabrics are created equal, however. Our Kerlon

fabrics are coated, on both sides, with a total of three layers of 100 percent

silicone. Certainly they are completely waterproof and very light, but our

process also imparts a strength to the base materia

magnitude greater than is possible with the more com

coating process. Perhaps more importantly, our co

are also far, far stronger than so-called siliconized

typically employ a coating mixture of silicone and o

This means that we can start with lighter weig

still produce outer tent materials that are stronger

case of Kerlon 1800, 1200 and SP, that are strong

so-called expedition grade, heavy duty tent mate

It also means that if your outer tent

does suffer a puncture, our high

tear strengths make it far less likely

that the puncture will develop into

a trip-ending rent.

Such high tear strength is like

insurance: It is much better to

have it and not need it than to

need it and not have it, especially

since this insurance adds no

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is in the details

Pole sleevesPole sleeves are integral to almost all of our tents. Weuse a denier high tenacity nylon. This material

is easily tough enough to handle the strain of polemovement when pitching or taking down the tent.We also make the sleeves wide enough to accom-modate two poles, which is a good option for themost extreme conditions. The raised profile of thesleeve makes it easy to insert the pole, and protectsthe seam against wear. And separate pole sleeveskeep the poles off the tent fabric for extra safety.

Adjustable peg attaAdjustable peg attachmentspitching precision. Pegging

they are set to their longest ping the webbing strap adds tto providing maximum stabi

ReflectorsEvery tent has multiple reflestrategically placed around tthey will catch even a small some reflective systems, odirect hit with a light beam

Black & Red Label dome tent

pole systemsOur smaller Black and Red Label all season dometents use our short pole sleeve and clip system,where a sleeve on each side of the tent holds thepole ends, and precisely placed clips secure thetent to the poles. Larger dome models employ a

combination of full sleeves, shorter sleeves andclips, and adjustable pole tensioners. This system isdesigned specifically to make pitching larger dometents simple for one person. Both systems providegreat strength and quick pitching, and both ca n ac-commodate double poles.

Guy lines & attachmGuy lines are essential for stions, so we equip every tewith continuous pole sleeveattachment points, which eveload. On dome tents using oor full sleeve plus sleeve andtachment points are designedpoles or pole crossings, addinThe cord itself is light, stronand has minimal stretch. It is ablend of polyester and Vectrliquid crystal polymer yarn tfive times stronger than stee

Adjustable pole tenFound on all Hilleberg tents wlength pole sleeves, our pooptimal tension to be appliedpole is seated in the plastic csimply pulling the webbing sthe pole cup is level with the and the back of the pole cupwall. The tensioners are easywearing big gloves or mittenshave room for dual poles.

Yellow Label pole systemOur season tents use mm poles tipped withlocking ball ends, open ended pole sleeves, and aninnovative grommeted webbing tab with an adjust-able tensioner. The pole is inserted into the sleeveand one end is secured in the grommeted tab. Thetent is then arched into shape, and the other poleend is secured in the tab. The tensioners allow youto adjust one side higher than the other to deal withrain from one direction.

Linked inner & outer tentsLinked yet separable inner and outer tents are aHilleberg hallmark. We sew heavy duty loops withtoggles onto the inner tent, and place correspondingrings along the pole lines inside the outer tent. Thetoggles can be detached and reattached very eas-ily, and the system not only allows you to use innerand outer tents separately, but also to customizeyour inner space.

SeamsWe carefully select the threand durability, and we always means that every stitch goefabric, ensuring both strengtAdditionally, our sewing majets around the needles, prefriction that could enlarge thresult is a very precise, veryremarkable durability and w

The Hilleberg difference

Spacious, bright interiorsOffer plenty of space so you can get a good nights sleep, lounge, or weather stormdays in comfort. Photo: Justine Curgenven (www.cackletv.com).

Inner & outer tents can be used separatelyDisconnect the inner and outer tents to use the inner tent alone in warm anddry conditions. Or use the outer tent alone as a group gathering spot in campor as an impromptu lunch shelter. Photo: Claudia Ngeli & Alexandre Kelle(www.zentralbiker.ch).

Roomy vestibulesProvide both gear storage and protection for the inner tent door. GT vestibules addeven more space for gear (or dogs, as seen here). Photo: Simon Walthert.

Well thought out doorsAllow full and easy access, and can be configured in multiple ways to adapt tochanging weather conditions. Photo: Royal Navy Polar Quest.

, is a major performance attribute, because

in a tent, comfort is not about luxury. Its the comprehensive measure of

a tents overall performance, since it includes everything from keeping

you dry when its wet and comfortable when its warm, to how much

room there is to sort gear or move around. We achieve such comfort

by considering seemingly small things in every aspect of every tent.

We favor double wall tents not only because they offer the greatest

ventilation and breathability possibilities and overall comfort but

also because they provide the greater confidence of having two layers

of protection between you and the elements.

We link the inner and outer tents and put the poles on the outside

so that a broken pole is less likely to compromise the tents integrity,

and so that the t ent goes up in one step. That single step pitching means

you can get out of the weather quicker, and stay drier longer. It means

your inner tent stays dry when you are setting up camp in wet weather.

It also means you can quickly put up your tent during, say, a midday

break, disconnect the inner tent, and youve got a dry, roomy shelter

from wind and weather.

We make sure that all models are at least big enough for their intended

number of occupants and their gear. Our inner tents are designed with

as near vertical inner walls as possible to create the maximum usable

space and headroom without adding weight, and their doors figure

prominently in the tents ventilation system.

These considerations and those detailed here on these pages are

only some of some of the details found on our tents. Others include zipper

flaps to help protect the zipper; toggle and ring or pole clips for securing

rolled away doors in both outer and inn er tents; and pockets and either

a clothesline or loops for a clothesline in all inner tents.


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BLACK LABEL

BLUE LABEL

RED LABEL YELLOW LABEL

The Hilleberg Label System

JOur strongest, most adaptable, most

comfortable all season tents.

J Ideal for any trip, anywhere, in any

weather condition and in any season.

J The easiest to handle of all our tents,perfect for both new users out for their

first adventure and for highly experi-enced expedition teams.

JOur specialized tents, each designedand built for a specific purpose.

JCurrent Blue Label models shown atright.

JAll season tents that prioritize light

weight over absolute strength, adapt-ability and overall comfort.

J Ideal for all season trips where weight is

a priority and where the conditions maybe all but the most challenging.

J For users who dont need the strengthof Black Label models, or who are will-

ing to give up strength and comfort for

lighter weight.

JOur lightest weight tents, engineered for

warmer climates and for the snow-freemonths of the year.

J Ideal for warmer weather trips where

the lightest weight is the highest priority.

J For users who simply want the lightest

weight and are willing to sacrifice com-fort and strength for that goal.

F Kerlon , our strongest, all seasonouter tent fabric.

F mm poles.

Main poles of equal length.

Outer tent goes to the ground.

Minimum of full vents.

All mesh areas can be covered completely.

F Kerlon , our lighter weight, all seasonouter tent fabric.

F mm poles.

Main poles may be different lengths tosave weight.

Outer tent goes to the ground.

Minimum of full vent.

All mesh areas can be covered completely.

F Kerlon , our lightest weight outertent fabric.

F mm poles with Lock Tips.

Main poles may be different lengths tosave weight.

Outer tent does not go all the way to theground.

Venting incorporated into design.

Mesh areas cannot be covered.

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Ultralight, minimalistsingle wall shelter

All season, modular,dome group tent

Very light, all season,yurt-style group tent

Black & Red Label construction

Yellow Label construction

covers every season, every situatTHE HILLEBERG LABEL SYSTEM divides our tents in

one of four categories, or Labels, Black, Red, Yellow

or Blue, each representing a performance range based

on materials, construction or both. This grouping makes

it straightforward to see the differences

and so makes selecting the right Hillebe

much easier.

The tents above are representative of each Label: every model in each Lab el has all the same characteristi cs that are listed here. We chose these models to show the diff erences between theLabels because they are, in many ways, each Labels version of the same tent.

In our all season, Black and Red Label models, the outer tent goes all the way tothe ground, and there is at least one main vent placed high up (two on Black Labelmodels), to allow rising warm, moist air to escape upward even if the tent is pitchedin dense grass, or sand, or dug down into snow. The vents are fully adjustable frominside or outside the tent, and the inner tent doors have no-see-um mesh panelscovered with zipper-adjustable fabric panels. As a result, Black and Red Labelmodels work well in all seasons.

Since our Yellow Label tents are not meant to handle snowy conditions, theirouter tents do not go all the way to ground, thus incorporating ventilation directlyinto their construction. In addition, large mesh panels, which cannot be covered,encourage constant air circulation. Part of the outer tent walls are also designed toroll back and expose the mesh for even more air flow. Yellow Label tents functionbest in warmer and/or snow free conditions.


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Choosing the right Hilleberg tent

Linked inner &outer tents

Kerlon outer tent

Kerlon outer tent

Kerlon outer tent

Kerlon SP outer tent

All season construction

season construction

Tunnel design

Dome design

selfsupporting*

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Number of occupantsEntrances

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seasonconstruction:outertent wallsdonot extendtothegroundand meshareas

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modelsdonotrequirepegging.

R TheRajdisa singlewallshelter.Both thewallsand floorareKerlon.

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, but there is a right tent for you.

Choosing that right tent is less about what you do on your adventures

climbing, hiking, hunting, sea kayaking, bicycle or motorcycle touring

and so on than it is about determining what your tent needs to be able

to do on those adventures. We advocate that you establish when, where,

and how you will most oen use your tent as well as any specific features

or performance attributes that are important to you, and that you assess

your general level of experience and confidence in your backcountry skills.

With this information, you can then determine the tent (or tents) with the

most suitable qualities for your needs.

Where & when you travelIn general, the more demanding the terrain and/or the weather you are

likely to encounter, the more advisable it is to have a more robust tent. The

stresses on a tent in the protected, forested terrain of the Southeastern

United States during the summer are very different than those in the

exposed expanses of Greenland in nearly a ny season. Typically, the more

exposed the terrain, the more severe the weather can become, in all seasons.

And while exposed certainly includes high peaks such as the Alps, the

Himalayas and the like, it also means almost any terrain where there is

little to mitigate fierce extremes in weather. The oen windy mountainsof Scandinavia, the windswept uplands and h igh deserts of the United

States, and the moors of the British Isles all fully qualify as exposed.

So, too, do most deserts the Gobi, the Sahara, t he Sonoran, among oth-

ers whose notoriously bad weather and sandy, gritt y environment puts

enormous strain on a tent. Add snow a nd ice to exposed think storms

in the mountains or high plains, or glacier travel in any weather and the

demands on your tent also increase significantly.

And the more remote your trips the farther you are away from the

possibility of fabric and zipper repair the higher safety margin you need

and the more durable your tents materials should be made of.

Such conditions and situations call for an all season tent, and for the

greatest durability and comfort and for extended trips in exposed terrain

AND snow use, heavy or prolonged desert use, and the like our Black Label

models are the best possible choice. These tents were created specifically

for handling the most challenging conditions, and their stronger materials

provide welcome extra insurance. And Black Label tents offer the most

versatility in any condition, from the most challenging to the mildest.

If, however, you are an all season traveler whose trips are less demand-

ing, but that may include some challenging terrain and weather, then our

Red Label tents are an excellent choice. And if you go out almost exclusively

in protected terrain, in warmer locales, or during the snow free parts of

the year, then our lightest weight, Yellow Label tents are good options.

How you travelDo you tend towards mobile journeys, where you ta ke down and pitch

the tent every day anything from extreme, long distance expeditions and

long distance hikes to short overnight trips close to home or do you take

short trips out of a base camp? Our tunnel tents offer outstanding space

to weight ratios, and so are well-suited to travelers who carry ever ything

all the time. For treks in the warmer seasons long distance or otherwise

our very lightweight, airy, Yellow Label models are superb, while fortrips where snow or other kinds of challenging weather conditions are

likely, our Red Label models are a better choice. For more demanding

expeditions, especially in harsh conditions a Greenland crossing, a high

mountain ski traverse, or a long hike in remote high country our Black

Label models are ideal.

Those who establish a base camp mountaineers, high mountain

hunters and the like and do shorter trips from there, oen value a tents

static strength the ability to handle snow loading when le unattended,

for instance over other considerations. Our Black Label dome models

afford tremendous static load capabilities, and so excel as base camp tents.

Whats important to youIt is vital that any features or performance qualities that are important

to you are included in your selection process. You may place a premium

on light weight although getting trapped by that can be ill-advised (see

the lowest weight misconception below) or you may favor maximum

strength or extra comfort. You may prefer to share your shelter or go it

alone. Here are some of the factors you should consider:

: Black Label tents offer the most comfort, but

irrespective of the Label category, another option is to go up a size: a

Hilleberg 3 person tent has r oom enough for three people and their gear,

but it is very comfortable for two, with very little weight penalty.

:Some users simply prefer one type

over another, but each has its advantage. Our tunnel tents offer lighter

weight and more usable space. Our dome tents provide better static load

stability and can be a better choice in tough pitching conditions, but at

the price of greater weight.

- : We distinguish between

self supporting tents, where the vestibules need to be pegged out, and

free standing models, which have integrated vestibules and require no

pegging for pitching. The latter are oen better choices where there are

limited pitching possibilities, such as rock slabs and gr avelly soil.

: Our dual door/dual vestibule tents offer

greater convenience, more storage, and, in some cases, more venting op-

tions. Taller people oen find them more comfortable, since a two doorinner tent has more usable space. The downside: extra weight.

Self assessmentMany experienced users take super light gear into the backcountry all the

time, with great success. They make this choice on purpose, knowing that

they are giving up security, comfort and durability and t hey oen do it

Choosing the right tent for how you go into the backcountry will enhance all your adven-tures. Photo: Sonnet Ludwig.The lightest weight misconception

In choosing a tent, there are a few important truths. One is that while low

weight is clearly a big factor, selecting a tent or shelter solely because it is

the lightest in weight is rarely the best course. Another is that the lighter the

weight, the lighter the materials; and the lighter the materials, the less strength,

UV resistance and durability the tent offers. Also, the lighter the tent, the less

features it will have and so, consequently, the less comfort it will offer and

possibly the less security it will give you in adverse conditions.

If you need maximum strength for dealing with situations you will en-

counter, then you need it, and weight should become less of a priority. In any

situation, a simple tarp or a shelter such as our Blue Label Rajd is easily the

lightest solution, and many people use them quite successfully. But there is

a decided sacrifice in comfort, in resisting condensation, in durability, and in

simple strength. Riding out truly bad weather with such minimalist protection

can be miserable, if not downright dangerous. That is why, in all of our Label

categories, we have tried to find the best balance of strength and light weight

for their intended performance range.

Rather than basing your decision on the weight of the tent, look instead

at everything you carry, and calculate what the REAL relative weight of a

tent is. For instance, for people, a Keron , which weighs . kg ( lbs oz),

equates to only . kg ( lbs oz) per person, which is light by any account.

Alternatively, two Nallo s weigh . kg ( lbs oz), and are neither as strong

nor as roomy for the weight as the Keron. Even for people, the Keron

weights just over . kg ( lbs oz) per person, still an impressively low weight,

especially given the comfort and security the Keron offers.

Our strongest, most adaptable,

season tents.All season tents that prioritize lightstrength, adaptability and overall c

Our lightest weight tents, engineereand for the snow-free months of th

Our specialized tents, each desispecific purpose.

precisely for the challenge. This is not the norm, an

have to do this in order to get more enjoyment from yo

In fact, many would argue that doing so actually take

of the wilderness experience. Either way, only you can

you are sacrificing strength and security for weigh

most minimal shelter you can. In general, the less e

the better off you are with a stronger, more comforta

when in doubt, choose one Label category above

need. We oen recommend Black Label models to n

users, rather than Red or Yellow Label ones, simply

tents are the most comfortable, the easiest to use, a

security. For the same reason, we recommend them

enced users, as well, since these adventurers oen p

the most demanding places and weather.

Only you can decide whats best for you. Below

chart showing the features of each model in all the La

have any questions, please contact us via our website


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LACK LABEL

FredrikNeregrd/www. neregard.fotosidan. se

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OUR MOST VERSATILE TENTS, Black

Label models will handle any terrain or

weather condition, from the mildest to themost demanding. Their simplicity, ease of

use, and comfort make them perfect notonly for any trip in any season, but also

for general use in less challenging situ-ations, and for less experienced users.

Their strength, stability, and roominess,meanwhile, make them the best choice

for long term, demanding, all season use inthe harshest conditions exposed and/or

above tree line terrain, continuous heavy

snow conditions, high-grit environmentslike deserts, beaches, and playas, and

the like. Their extra durability increaseslongevity, and reduces the risk of prob-

lems, especially on longer adventures inremote areas, where repair opportunities

may be limited.

Black Label tents are constructed with

our strongest materials:

JOuter tent in our Kerlon fabric, with

an kg/ lb tear strength.

J mm poles.

J mm Vectran & polyester guy lines.

JOur most robust inner tent and floor

fabrics.

JHeavier duty zippers.

JY-Pegs, our strongest pegs.

Black Label tents are designed to maxi-

mize strength, ease of use and comfort

in all seasons and all conditions:

JOuter tent goes all the way to the ground

for all season protection.

JSame-length poles throughout make for

simple set up.

JMultiple vents high up offer ventilation

even if the tent is dug down into the snow.

J The interior is designed to offer the great-

est usable space.

Keron & Keron GT pg.

J Available in & person sizes

J doors/ vestibules


J door/ vestibule

J extended vestibule on GT version

J Extended vestibule on GT version

J person

J doors/ vestibules

J extended vestibule

J person

J doors/ vestibules

J person

J doors/ vestibules

J person

J doors/ vestibules

Nammatj & Nammatj GT pg.

Saivo pg.

Staika pg.

Saitaris pg.

Tarra pg.

Black Label tents are the best choice if you want the most comfort and gre

handling, and/or if absolute all season strength is your highest priority.

Every Black

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to adventures in the most

challenging terrain, and the

most demanding weather,

in any season.

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AKeron GT near theS outh Pole.

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Gear of the Year

1. PLATZ

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Keronmeans grousein Sami, the language of the people indigenous tonor thern Scandinavia.

EveryHillebergtentcomeswithoutertent,innertent,guylineswithlinerunners,poles,pegs,stuffbagsfortent,polesandpegs,sparepolesection,repairsleeveand

instructions.

MinimumWeightreferstotheouterandinnertentsandthepolesonly.PackedWeightincludesallitemsthatcomewiththetent.

Allproductfeaturesandmeasurementvalues,includingtentweightandpolelength,mayvarysomewhatfromwhatisshowninourcatalog,otherprinteditems,andon

ourwebsite.Suchdifferencescanoccurbecauseofalterationsinthedesignandproductionprocessand/ornaturalvariationsinthematerials.

TheKeron/KeronGThas beenawarded

GearoftheYear fourtimesby theread-

ersofGermany's Outdoormagazine.

ThereadersofSwedishoutdoormaga-

zine Friluftsliv votedtheKeronmodelstheirfavorite tents.

Germanys highly regarded magazineOutdoor awarded the Keron GT itsprestigious EditorsChoiceAward .

WHEN WE FIRST I NTRODUCED THE KERO N, it quickly became the standard

tent for polar expeditions because of its superb durability and excellent wind

stability, its roomy interior, and its simplicity. These same traits have made

these tents favorites of outdoor enthusiasts of every stamp. Certainly this

includes the professionals, such as mountain guides, forest rangers, search

and rescue teams, and military special operations units.

At the same time, both the Keron and Keron GT are also excellent choices

for families, hikers and regular users anyone wanting a tent that is excep-

tionally sturdy yet relatively light in weight, that will work for any situation, and

that will handle many years of use. Indeed, the Keron and Keron GT models

Colors:GreenorRed

JKerlon outer tent fabric and mmpoles make for an exceptionally strongand stable tent.

JAll season construction: outer tent wallsextendtothegroundandmeshareasarebacked with adjustable fabric panels.

JTunnel construction offers maximumspace to weight ratio and is the idealchoice for mobile journeys.

JBoth Keron and Keron GT have plenty ofroomforthestatednumberofoccupantsand their gear.

JLinked but separable inner and outertent for simultaneous pitching.

JTunnel design requires only four pegs forpitching, and the simple, single-opening,continuous sleeve and pole tensionerpole system is quick to pitch and re-markably stable.

JDual entrances and vestibules ensurethat one door can always be situated outof the wind and provide flexible entry/exit and storage options.

JOne standard and one extended vesti-bule in the Keron GT afford even moregear storage and comfort.

JAn optional footprint covers the entirearea of the outer tent, including the ves-tibules. It connects directly to the tent,and can be left attached during pitching.

JThe outer and inner tents can be usedseparately. Pitching the inner tent alone(below) requires optional pole holders(sold separately; see page ).

are admirable choices for any backcountry adventure, from demanding,

extended winter expeditions, to long or short rambles in mountains and/or

forests, to casual coastal jaunts, to relaxed overnight camping outings in your

local recreation area.

And the GT version is a fine choice for dog mushers and cycle tourers

because its extra large vestibule allows plenty of storage space for sled or bike

equipment. In fact, you can park two bicycles in the Keron GTs vestibule!

Keron & Keron GT Details

Highbathtubf loorkeeps

outgroundwater.

GTvestibuledoorope

andisbackedwithare

Fullno-see-um meshon innertentdoors is

coveredby azipperadjustable,fabricpanel

forall-seasoncomfort.

Integratedstowage

pockets.

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loopedguyli nesaffixed totwin attachments

oneachsideofeachpole increasestability

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frominsideoroutsidethetent.

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Keron,declaring,Theyareperfection

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AMMATJAMMATJ GT NAMMATJ

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Nammatjisthe Sami word fora lone mountain standingat the head of a valley.

Britainsleading outdoormagazine, TheGreatOutdoors, h astw i ce n am edth eNammatjGTBestBuy.Onereasonfor

theaward:Ifyouwantthebest,

lookno further.

BritainsAdventu re Trave l magazinehadthisto sayabouttheNammatjGT:

[O]ne of the best tents weve ever

come acrossIn a line: This tent will

outliveyou.

Germanys -Seasons magazine gavetheNammatjGTtheir StateoftheArt

award.Onlytwo otherproductshave

beensimilarly honored.

USAs Rock & Ice magazine gave theNammatjGT.stars, saying,Ifyou

wantjustone tentforeverythingyou

dothisisthetent.

Colors:GreenorRed

THE NAMMATJ AND NAMMATJ GT are the masters of both high and low

country, equally suited for a high altitude expedition or a weekend walk in the

local hills. These robust all-season , all-arounders pitch quickly and easily, can

be taken down and moved in a flash, yet are far stronger and lighter than any

other tent in their class.

Because of their superb weight to strength ratio and compact footprints,

both the Nammatj and Nammatj GT have become immensely popular with

extreme users, such as polar travelers looking to save weight, mountaineers

doing remote routes in the highest ranges, professional guides, and military

special forces teams. But these same characteristics are ju st as highly prized

by more regular users, as well: backpackers, cycle and paddle tourers, and

anyone needing maximum strength while reducing weight.

.kg/lbsoz

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EveryHillebergtentcomeswithoutertent,innertent,guylineswithlinerunners,poles,pegs,stuffbagsfortent,polesandpegs,sparepolesection,repairsleeveand

instructions.

MinimumWeightreferstotheouterandinnertentsandthepolesonly.PackedWeightincludesallitemsthatcomewiththetent.

Allproductfeaturesandmeasurementvalues,includingtentweightandpolelength,mayvarysomewhatfromwhatisshowninourcatalog,otherprinteditems,andon

ourwebsite.Suchdifferencescanoccurbecauseofalterationsinthedesignandproductionprocessand/ornaturalvariationsinthematerials.




JBoth Nammatj and Nammatj GT haveplenty of room for the stated numberof occupants and their gear.


JTunnel design requires only four pegs forpitching,and thesimple,single-opening,continuous sleeve and pole tensionerpole system is quick to pitch and re-markably stable.

JA single entrance and vestibule affordeasyaccessandplentyofstoragespace,but keep the weight very low. The Nam-matj GTs extended vestibule provideseven more storage space.

JAn optional footprint covers the entirearea of the outer tent, including thevestibule. It connects directly to the tent,and can be left attached during pitching.

JThe inner tents in both the Nammatj andNammatj GT models can be replacedwith the Nammatj Mesh Inner tents (soldseparately; see page ).


Nammatj & Nammatj GT Details

Guylineson thevestibuleventhoods

and looped guy lines affixed to twin

attachmentsoneachsideofeachpole

increasestabilityinpoorconditions.

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and has a zipper-closure fabric

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lightweighttents,sayingthatitofferedthebestdurability.


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Saitaris

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Saitaris is a steep, jagged mountain above the Arctic Circle in

SwedensSarek National Park. It meansspear shaped in Sami,

the language of the people indigenous tonor thern Scandinavia.

BECAUSE OF BOTH its tremendous strength and its spaciousness, the Saitaris

has a remarkably broad range of use. Those needing the ultimate base camp

tent such as mountaineers tackling remote, high altitude climbs and expedi-

tion travelers to the most demanding environments will find its strength and

its excellent space to weight ratio invaluable. Ski

tourers and paddle tourers alike will value both its

roomy interior and its gear-swallowing vestibules, as

well as its easy-to-pitch, self-supporting structure.

These same users will also find the Saitaris attri-

.kg/lbs oz

.kg/lbs oz

cm/in

.m2/.ft2

.m2 +.m2

ft2 + ft2

Kerlon

x,xcm

x ., x in

Y-Pegs

MinimumWeight

PackedWeight

InnerHeight

InnerTentArea

VestibuleArea

Outertentfabric

Poles(mm)

Pegs

EveryHillebergtentcomeswithoutertent,innertent,guy lines

withlinerunners,poles,pegs,stuffbagsfortent,polesandpegs,

sparepolesection,repairsleeveandinstructions.

MinimumWeightrefersto theouterand innertentsand thepolesonly.PackedWeightincludesallitemsthatcomewiththetent.

Allproductfeaturesand measurementvalues,includingtentweightandpolelength,mayvary somewhatfromwhatis showninour

catalog,other printeditems,and onourweb site.Suchdifferences

canoccur becauseofalterationsinthe designandproduction

processand/ornaturalvariationsinthematerials.

Although capable of handling the worst conditions, the Saitaris also makesa wonderfully comfortable refuge in less demanding environments. Near theNoatak River, Alaska. Photo: Angelo Brack.



JDome construction with multiple polecrossing points provide outstandingsnow-load handling capability.

JThe Saitaris has plenty of room for occupants and their gear.


JSelf-supporting dome design requiresonlythevestibulestobepegged,andtheinnovative full sleeve plus sleeve and clippole system make for quick, easy set up.

JDual entrances ensure that one doorcan always be situated out of the windand provide flexible entry/exit options,and the one standard and one extendedvestibule afford superb gear storageand comfort.



Saitaris Details

Extendedve

cm

Extendedvest

cm

Inner tent

c

Highbathtubfloorkeeps

outgroundwater.

Integrated stowage

pockets.

Fullno-see-ummeshoninnertentdoor

iscoveredbyazipperadjustable,fabric

panelforall-seasoncomfort.

Separatevent cover

protectsopen vents

fromsnowandrain.

Adjustableroofventscanbe closedwith

snow-proofpanels,andareaccessible

frominsidethetent.

Exten

vides

great

Extendedvestibuled

ortop,andisbacke

butes perfect for less formidable adventures, such as leisurely family camping

trips to the beach or the mountains, or for car camping.

Colors:GreenorRedGuylineson thepoles,manywith attachmentloops

designed towrap aroundpoleor polecrossing

points,andon theventcoverand vestibulevent

hoods,increasestabilityinpoorconditions.

ASaitaris makesaperfect backcountryhomeosuch as here, on a ski tour f ar above the ArcticSpitsbergen, Svalbard archipelago. Photo: Sim

i

n

inch inch

person

ovative, spacious and

ceptionally strong self-

pporting tent built

the toughest

nditions.


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AIVO

cm

c

mcm

Saivo

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2005

1.PLATZ

2005

&

Villmarksliv,TheNorwegian outdoormagazine,rated

theSaivo.outof.Oneofthebesttentswehave

evertested atentforlife.

Alpin,aGerman outdoormagazine,namedthe Saivo

TestWinner outoftentstested.

TwoyearsinarowtheSaivowasselectedas GearoftheYearbythereadersofthepremierGermanoutdoormagazine Outdoor.

Saivo means holy lake in Sami, the language of the people

indigenousto northern Scandinavia.

Theultimatepersonbasecamptentaspartofoneoftheultimatebasecamps,Mammuts Anniversary Base Camp on Switzerlands Jungfraujoch (m/, ft). Photo: Ren Guba.

LIKE THE SAITARIS, THE SAIVO is well-suited to a

wide array of adventures. It is the quintessential tent

for those, such as climbers and ski mountaineers

in isolated, high-mountain terrain, who will leave

their base camp unattended for extended periods

of time. At the same time, its strength and space

to weight ratio also make it a superb choice for

expedition use in demanding conditions (the Saivo

is often used by teams going to the South Pole). Ski

and paddle tourers, as well as desert travelers, have

long appreciated the Saivos spacious interior and

.kg/lbsoz

.kg/lbs oz

cm/in

.m2/ft2

x.m2

x ft2

Kerlon

xcm

x .in

Y-Pegs

MinimumWeight

PackedWeight

InnerHeight

InnerTentArea

VestibuleArea

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roomy vestibules, as well as its self-supporting structure and easy-to-pitch design. Of course, all these

attributes also make the Saivo a great choice for less demanding trips, as well, whether thats a weekend

of car camping or a leisurely, week-long, base camp-oriented hiking vacation in the mountains.

Colors:GreenorRed




JThe Saivo has plenty of room for occu-pants and their gear.


JSelf-supporting dome design requiresonlythevestibulestobepegged,andtheinnovative full sleeve plus sleeve and clippole system make for quick, easy set up.




Saivo Details

High bathtub floor keeps out

groundwater.

Integrated stowage

pockets.

Fullno-see-ummeshoninnertentdo

zipperadjust able,fabricpanelforall-

Guylinesonthepoles,manywithattachmentloopsdesignedto

wraparoundpoleorpolecrossingpoints,andontheventcover

andvestibuleventhoods,increasestabilityinpoorconditions.

Sep

ven

Adjustableroofvents canbecl osedwithsnow-proof

panels,andareaccessiblefrominsidethetent.

Inner tentdoo

cm/

i

n

inch inch

person

premely strong three

rson self-supporting

nt that can handle any

uation in any kind of

ather.

USAsAmericanAlpineInstitutehasgivenits coveted

Guides Choice Award to five Hilleberg models,

includingthe Saivo,declaring,Theyareperfec-tionindesign.

The Saivo is an ideal choice for skiby definition, involves exposed terweather. The Stubai Alps, Austria.


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ARRA

cm

cm c

m

Tarra

ACK LABEL

TheGermanoutdoormagazineOutdoorcalledtheTarraanabsolutelyperfectgeodesictent.

Tarra Details

Colors:GreenorRed

Tarra describes asteep cliff in Sami, the language of the people

indigenousto northern Scandinavia.

MinimumWeight

PackedWeight

InnerHeight

InnerTentArea

VestibuleArea

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Pegs









.kg/lbs oz

.kg/lbs oz

cm/in

.m2/.ft2

x.m2

x ft2

Kerlon

xcm

x .in

Y-Pegs

THE IDEA BEHIND THE TARRA was to create a

kind of hybrid tunnel dome model, with a tunnel

tents usable roominess and the static strength

of a dome. The resulting boxy inner tent has near

vertical walls, while the four pole structure boasts

five crossing points for an exceptionally strong

structure. Like its big brothers, the person

Saitaris and person Saivo, the person Tarra is

simple to pitch, makes a fine base camp tent, and

is fully capable of taking on the most challenging

weather. So, as with the Saitaris an d Saivo, the Tarra is often the choice of mountain cl imbers, and ski or

paddle tourers. But its simplicity, strength and roominess also make it quite popular with travelers who

take extended trips in remote, rugged locales, and with backcountry walkers, especially those who enjoy

travelling in unruly conditions.




JThe Tarra has plenty of room for oc-cupants and their gear.


JSelf-supporting dome design requiresonly the vestibules to be pegged, andthe straightforward short sleeve and clippole system make for quick, easy set up.



JThe outer and inner tents can be usedseparately. Pitching the inner tent alone(below)requirestheoptionalTarrapitch-ing kit (sold separately; see page ).

Guylines onthe poles,manywith attachment loops

designedtowraparoundpoleorpolecrossingpoints,and

ontheventcover,increasestabilityin poorconditions.


outground water.

I n te gr a te d s to wa ge p o ck et s. F ul l n o- se e- u m me sh o n i n ne r t en t d o

zipperadjust able,fabricpanelforall-

Separatevent cover

protectsopen vents

fromsnowandrain.

Adjustableroofvent canbeclosed wit

asnow-proofpanel,and isaccessib

frominsidethetent.

During her circumnavigation of the Isla Grande de Tierra del Fuego, the largestisland in the Tierra de Fuego archipelago which is notorious for its severeweather Justine Curgenven enjoyed the strength and roominess of her Tarra.Photo: Justine Curgenven (www.cackletv.com).

Inner

USAs OutdoorGearLab.com namedtheTarra TopPick

ina reviewof seasontents,praisingits fortress-likestrength,[ease of]setup,two giganticvestibules[and]

greatventilation.

i

n

inch

inch

person

r strongest two person

me tent, designed

use in the harshest,

ost demanding

nditions.

Easilystrong enoughforthe mostcTarraisalsoanexcellentchoicefosuch as here in northern Sweden.


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TAIKA

c

mcm

Summer / / & /

Staika

ACK LABEL

Staika Details




JThe Staika has plenty of room for twooccupants and their gear.


JFully free standing dome design requiresno pegs for pitching, and the straightfor-ward short sleeve and clip pole systemmake for quick, easy set up.



JThe outer and inner tents can be usedseparately. Pitching the inner tent alone(below)requiresthe optionalStaika pitch-ing kit (sold separately; see page ).

Looped guylines affixedto twinattach-

mentsoneachsideof eachpoleincrease

stabilityinpoorconditions.


outgroundwater.

InFullno-see-ummeshoninnertentdooris

coveredbyazipper adjustable,fabricpanel

forall-seasoncomfort.

Vestibulesareintegratedintotheconstruction,

resultingina fullyfreestandingtent.

Separate vent cover protects

openventsfromsnowandrain.

Adjustableroofventscan beclosedwith

snow-proofpanels,and areaccessiblefrom

insidethetent.

Colors:GreenorRed

THE STAIKA IS ALL ABOUT SIMPLE but simple

does not by any means equate to sparse. Easy to

pitch, immensely stable, remarkably spacious, and

quite light, the Staika is an excellent go to tent for

any use where sturdy strength is the high priority.

We originally designed the Staika for paddle tourers,

who wanted a highly stable, fully free standing tent

for handling tricky pitching conditions. Since then, it

has garnered a large, loyal following amongst a wide

assortment of other adventurers: mountaineers,

polar travelers, and ski tourers find it a supremel y stable base camp tent in all conditions; bicycle tourers

love its simplicity and completely free standing construction; and even regular backpackers find great

comfort in its roominess and relatively light weight as well as in its strength and stability.

Staika means high, or pointed in Sami, the language of the

people indigenoustonorthern Scandinavia.

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InnerHeight

InnerTentArea

VestibuleArea

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Pegs









.kg/lbsoz

.kg/lbsoz

cm/in

.m2/.ft 2

x.m2

x .ft2

Kerlon

xcm

x .in

Y-Pegs

The fully free standing Staika offers welcome shelter in any situation, andperhaps especially, as here, in exposed terrain and foul weather. Photo: GeorgSichelschmidt (www.quanok.com).

TheUSAs OverlandJournal,

explaineditsEditorsChoice

award for the Staika with,youdhave a difficulttime

finding a more versatile,

comfortable,andbombproof

lightweighttent.

Inatestoftwopersontents

by the German magazineOutdoor, the Staika was

named TestWinner.

Outdoor, Germanys

topoutdoormagazine,ratedtheStaikaVery

Good,inatestin

andproclaimed itOut-

standingin.

inch

inch

person

supremely strong, ele-

ntly simple and fully

e standing dome

nt that is well-suited

any adventure.

Comfortable, roomy, and both tremStaika is perfect for Stefan Boehmthe world. Photo: Stefan Boehm (


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BjrnNerhoffvonHolderberg

RED LABEL

RED LABEL TENTS ARE BUILT for both

short and longer trips in generally less

demanding conditions in all seasons, suchas less exposed mountain terrain, forests

in both winter and summer, and the like,but where you still may encounter se-

vere situations. Their emphasis on lighterweight makes them less than ideal for

harsh environments and extended adven-tures in demanding conditions. They are,

however, quite capable of withstandingheavy storm conditions. Experienced

users sometimes choose these tents for

more demanding adventures becausethey knowingly accept the trade off of

strength for lighter weight.Red Label tents materials favor lighter

weight over absolute strength:

JOur Kerlon outer tent fabric, which

has a kg/. lb tear strength.

J mm poles.

J mm Vectran & polyester guy lines.

J Lighter weight inner tent and floor fabrics.

JSmaller guage zippers.

JV-Pegs, our lighter, but still very strong,

pegs.

Red Label tents are designed to maxi-

mize light weight while still retaining

appropriate strength, ease of use and

comfort in all conditions:

JOuter tent goes all the way to the ground

for all season protection.

JDifferent length poles in some models

reduce weight.

JAt least one vent high up for ventilation

even if the tent is dug down into the snow.

J The interior is designed to offer roomi-

ness at the lightest weight.

J person

J door/no vestibule

Unna pg.

Red Label tents are the best choice if you want general all season strength &

if light weight is your highest priority.

Kaitum & Kaitum GT pg.


J Available in , & person sizes

J doors/ vestibules

J extended vestibule on GT version

J door/ vestibule

J Extended vestibule on GT version

J person

J doors/ vestibules

J person

J door/ vestibule

J person

J doors/ vestibule

J person

J door/ vestibule

Nallo & Nallo GT pg.

Jannu pg.

Akto pg.

Allak pg.

Soulo pg.

Red Label te

trips in any

lighter weigh

and are quite capable of

standing up to challenging

terrain and conditions.

An Allak closeto Kylerhea, Isleof Skye ,Scotland.

An Aktoon the edge of afjord in Norway.

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cm

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cm

KAITUM KAITUM GT

cm

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KA I T U M GT

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KAITUM

Kaitum Kaitum GT Kaitum Kaitum GT

BECAUSE OF THEIR T WO DOOR/TWO VES TIBULE configuration, their

lightweight yet strong materials and their construction, the Kaitum and Kaitum

GT provide a stunning balance of super light weight, overall comfort and

high strength. Backpackers gravitate toward the Kaitums light weight and

remarkable roominess, as do paddle and bicycle tourers, who also appreci-

ate its small packed size. Hunters, winter campers, ski tourers, and climbers

favor the Kaitum because of its all-season strength as well as its low weight.

And taller users will find the Kaitu ms plentiful floor space, vertical entrances,

and vertical walls a roomy pleasure. Those same users opt for the Kaitum GT

when their trips demand the increased space and flexibility the extended GT

vestibule affords: with very little weight penalty, the larger vestibule offers

considerably more space for both gear storage/sorting and food preparation.

The extended GT vestibule also has two entrances, one on the side and one

up front, on the opposite side , offering both more entry/exit options. And by

rolling back the front section of the extended vestibule, you create a ful l tent-

width covered porch deep enough to keep all but the worst weather away

from the inner tent door.

Kaitumisnamed aftera beautiful lake and riverin northern Sweden.

JKerlon outer tent fabric and mmpoles make for a very lightweight yetsupremely stable tent.



JBoth Kaitum and Kaitum GT have plentyof room for the stated number of oc-c

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