For guys that have the StratoSpire 1 or 2 or the LBO
Looking to get either the Stratospire 1 or 2 (there isn't much of a weight penalty to go to the two and the size is much bigger). The shell can be used as a stand alone shelter on bivy hunts and can add the inner nest in bad weather.
Anyone have experience with the Stratospire, or have had the LBO too, and what you would recommend?
Do you like the Strato for 3 or 4 season hunting?
Do you think you could install a stove jack in one of the Strato vestibule areas -- even with the nest installed?
Does the LBO provide protection from rain without the Vestibule?
Pro's of the StratoSpire...
* Can be double wall
* 2 entries and two vestibules -- vestibules look very roomy
* Can do solid interior or nest - depending on weather conditions.
* The shell by itself could easily fit 3-4 people -- tight but doable in a pinch. Big footprints w/out the nest.
* The shell provides a fully enclosed shelter.
Pro's of the LBO...
* Seems like more flexibility to add stove jack
* Only takes 1 pole (or stick) to set-up
* Taller center. Could likely sit in a chair inside the tent.
* Modularity to add vestibule, tarp connector, or additional bases depending on # of people.
* Could always order a solid-style nest that can be used for buggy or wet conditions.
Looking to get either the Stratospire 1 or 2 (there isn't much of a weight penalty to go to the two and the size is much bigger). The shell can be used as a stand alone shelter on bivy hunts and can add the inner nest in bad weather.
Anyone have experience with the Stratospire, or have had the LBO too, and what you would recommend?
Do you like the Strato for 3 or 4 season hunting?
Do you think you could install a stove jack in one of the Strato vestibule areas -- even with the nest installed?
Does the LBO provide protection from rain without the Vestibule?
Pro's of the StratoSpire...
* Can be double wall
* 2 entries and two vestibules -- vestibules look very roomy
* Can do solid interior or nest - depending on weather conditions.
* The shell by itself could easily fit 3-4 people -- tight but doable in a pinch. Big footprints w/out the nest.
* The shell provides a fully enclosed shelter.
Pro's of the LBO...
* Seems like more flexibility to add stove jack
* Only takes 1 pole (or stick) to set-up
* Taller center. Could likely sit in a chair inside the tent.
* Modularity to add vestibule, tarp connector, or additional bases depending on # of people.
* Could always order a solid-style nest that can be used for buggy or wet conditions.