Vango F10 MTN 2 Tent

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The Vango F10 MTN 2 Tent, updated for 2024, is a reliable 3-season shelter for outdoor enthusiasts. Its 4-pole geodesic structure, the Axial Hub pole system, provides stability in high winds. At 2,895 grams, it balances durability and weight.

Vango says: 

The award-winning F10 MTN 2 tent is the go-to mountain tent for all UK or overseas trips. The 4 pole classic geodesic construction creates a self-supporting structure, providing an excellent balance between weight and stability. The Axial Hub pole system adds additional stability, with the poles connecting at the cross over points. This versatile, free-standing shelter is especially good for use in adverse weather conditions thanks to its strong design and multi-function flysheet door.

Our Verdict

The updated Vango F10 MTN 2 Tent stands out as a formidable shelter for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a reliable 3-season shelter. This two-person tent combines robust construction with thoughtful design features, making it an excellent choice for backcountry adventures.

At the heart of the F10 MTN 2’s design is its 4-pole geodesic structure, enhanced by Vango’s innovative Axial Hub aluminium pole system. This configuration creates an exceptionally stable and robust framework capable of withstanding high winds. The semi-free-standing shelter is particularly valuable when pitching on rocky ground.

Weighing 2895 grams (excluding pegs and bags), the F10 MTN 2 strikes a commendable balance between durability and weight. While it’s not the lightest option in its class, the extra ounces increase stability.

The flysheet is crafted from Protex 30D Ripstop Nylon, offering an excellent strength-to-weight ratio and enhanced water repellency. The groundsheet is made of 70D Ripstop Nylon, providing a robust barrier against moisture and abrasion. 

Ventilation is a strong point of the F10 MTN 2. Double-layer inner doors allow for customisable airflow, with the option to fully expose mesh panels for maximum ventilation. Flysheet door vents and inner tent roof vents work together to reduce condensation, a common issue in four-season tents.

The tent’s double vestibule design enhances its livability. This feature provides ample storage space for gear and flexible entry and exit options, which are useful for adapting to changing wind directions or campsite layouts. Internal storage pockets and karabiner points offer convenient organisation solutions and enhance the tent’s livability.

Setting up the tent is a breeze, thanks to the colour-coded poles and intuitive design. The glove-friendly components are designed for cold-weather use, while the reflective guylines and pegging points ensure visibility in low-light conditions.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• 4 pole geodesic design with 5 pole crossovers, creating an extremely strong and stable structure. Perfect for harsh weather and high altitude adventures. 
• Axial Hub Pole Structure – Connecting UL Poles at cross over points with Axial Hub. Provides increased pitching efficiency, strength and allows for Vari-Pitch options 
• Cross over pole structure – Provides free standing tent before being pegged out. Great for hard to peg conditions such as snow, sand and hard ground 
• Fully Taped Seams – All flysheet and groundsheet seams are factory taped for a watertight seal
• Double Layer Inner Doors – Zip away the breathable nylon for 100% mesh doors and maximum ventilation
• Expedition Doors – Exit via top-half of door in built up snow. Good ventilation option 
• Inner Tent Roof Vents – Zipped ventilation to reduce condensation 
• Internal Storage Pockets – Provides convenient storage within the inner tent, keeping essentials close to hand 
• Karabiner Points – Strong and conveniently placed for hanging lighting or kit 
• Pre-sewn Internal Loops – Option to create internal guy system to further increase the strength of geodesic tent
• Optional Footprint – Protects inner tent from rough ground, and completes the Vari-Pitch options 
• O-shaped Inner Doors – Easy to open with one hand 
• Bathtub Groundsheet – Waterproof groundsheet extends 10cm above ground level to keep your tent dry in adverse weather
• Double Vestibule – Access from both ends. Counter prevailing winds and/or extra storage space for kit intensive trips 
• Flysheet Door Vent – Open from the top to ventilate porch 
• Dyneema Core Guylines – Excellent strength to weight ratio 
• Reflective Guylines with Guyline Tidies – Woven with a reflective strip to pick up light 
• Line-Lok Guyline Runners – Lock securely, simple to release and high performance in all conditions 
• Multiple Reflective Points – On pegging points for visibility in low light 
• Colour Coded Poles – For easy pitching 
• Inner First Pitch – Simple and quick to pitch. Allows the tent to be used without the flysheet in warm climates
• Glove Ready Components – Buckles designed for use while wearing winter gloves 
• F10 Alloy Pegs 18 cm – Lightweight and strong anodised orange alloy F10 pegs in a larger size for easy and stable pitching and greater retention in soft ground.

Specifications

• Flysheet weighs: 928g
• Inner weighs: 1138g
• Pole set weighs: 829g
• Total weight: 2895g (excludes pegs & bags)
• Pegs x 19 weigh: 285g
• Pack size: 44 x 15cm
• Pitching time: 8 minutes
• Capacity: 2 Person Tent

Material & Construction

• Protex 30D Ripstop Nylon 6.6 – High quality ripstop nylon fabric in a 30 Denier weight for optimum strength to weight ratio
• PowerLite Plus Poles – 7001 T6 Alloy poles are lightweight, compact and durable
• 70D Ripstop Nylon 6 Groundsheet – 70 Denier Nylon Fabric is a great balance between low weight and high durability, waterproof to 6,000mm H
• Breathable Ripstop Inner Fabric – Allows condensation to pass through, for a comfortable nights sleep. Ripstop weave for extended durability
• Siliconised/PU Backed – Outer face has a siliconised coating to enhance the water repellency, increase tear strength and protect against UV degradation. The underside has a polyurethane coating for waterproofing and to allow the seam tape to effectively bond with the tent 
• PU Backed Groundsheet with Taped Seams – Prevents water ingress
• Fire Retardant Fabrics – Exceeds European EN5912 safety standard 

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• The Ultimate Guide to Ultralight Tents
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• When pegs go bad – Everything you need to know about tent pegs
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