Review of Columbia Mt. Logan Tents  

Not everybody can afford top of the line camping gear.  Some difficult choices need to be made when choosing something that’s more affordable.  Seriously though, if you’re not too picky, there are a number of tents that will do a sufficient job in most climates.  You just have to look; and if you do find one, consider yourself fortunate if it’s the Columbia Mt. Logan.  Now, Columbia makes so much stuff that they had to license this one out to another outdoor sports company.  Don’t worry though; North Pole did a good job engineering this tent.

 

 

Most two person tents are really only comfortable for one, especially if said person is above six feet.  Due to well placed D doors at the front and back however, the Mt. Logan makes it easier for two to bunk inside.  For one, you won’t have to stumble all over each other just to answer the call of nature -- just exit out of your side of the tent.  These two entryways also make for excellent ventilation and prevent that claustrophobic feeling small tents tend to give.  It’s still kind of a tight squeeze for people of the taller variety, but at least it’s got those features to make up for it.

What’s the point of a tent, if it can’t protect you against the elements?  That’s not a problem for the Mt. Logan, holding true to its word as a three season tent.  Sturdy polyester taffeta fabric is used to form the body of the tent, preventing strong rains from making too much of an impact.  Gusty winds will also have problems uprooting this piece of outdoor protection.  When the weather starts to get friendlier, the Mt. Logan offers enough to get you through the night, but it’s really better off in the 40’s.  Even pitching the tent is weather resistant, as semi-strong winds and rain will not stop you from putting this one up.  In regular weather, setting up and dismantling can all be done under 15 minutes.

Some retailers have tried to sell Columbia’s 2 man shelter as a lightweight tent.  That’s a big problem because the Mt. Logan is anything but.  It isn’t too difficult for one person to carry, but its 7.9 pounds is far from the three to fours available in the market.  One can’t imagine anybody hiking farther than 10 miles carrying this tent solo.  It is possible to split the weight, but you’d have to buy two smaller bags to pack the parts.  If you like staying alone in the wild, one suggests car camping with this one.  It really isn’t fantastic as a backpacking tent.

$75 is a great price for something as sturdy as the Columbia licensed Mt. Logan.  It may not be the fanciest tent, or especially the lightest, but it does the basics pretty well.  When it comes down to it, all you really need is an easy to pitch tent that acts as a decent weather shield.  If you’re looking for a good bargain, this is it. You can buy it online here.

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