MSR Fusion 3
| Page Type | Gear Review |
|---|---|
| Object Title | MSR Fusion 3 |
| Manufacturer | MSR |
| Page By | IagosGhost |
| Page Type | Feb 9, 2007 / Feb 9, 2007 |
| Object ID | 2558 |
| Hits | 10851 |
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Product Description
A lightweight, 3-person tent with great ventilation for spring and summer use as well as the necessary warmth and strength for fall and winter weather. The huge D-shaped door allows easy entry and exit—even when bundled up in full winter garb. (Source: MSR webpage)Features
Huge Door:Allows 2 people shoulder-to-shoulder access for such tasks as preparing food in the vestibule.
Superior Ventilation:
Excellent high/low venting through large mesh panels and an adjustable wire peak vent. (Source: MSR webpage)
Specifications
3-pole design4 guy out points
8 stakes-6 for tent body, 2 for fly vestibule
Full coverage fly
This is a 3-person version of the MSR Fusion 2. The Fusion 3 is discontinued; however, MSR still produces the SuperFusion 3 which is larger and designed differently.
(Source: IagosGhost)
IagosGhost - Feb 9, 2007 4:48 pm - Hasn't voted
Not the best of both worlds.Pros: Great quality and strength. The tent easily handled 40-mph winds.
Cons: Heavy weight. Poor ventilation in summer time. The 3-pole design and cut of the rain fly create an area above the door where rain and snow can collect. For winter applications more guy out points would be useful.
Conclusion: While the tent is great quality and very strong it is overkill for summer usage and adequate for winter. One can buy a 3-season tent which is much cheaper,lighter, and better for its intended purpose.