What is the Abisko Dome?
Fjallraven's tents have always been somewhat of a masterpiece; you're continuously finding new features even months after owning one. The Abisko Dome is no different, combining a free-standing construction with tough fabrics and a design which will last years of reliable four season use. It's ideal for those who want to buy once and not have to replace for a long, long time.
How is the tent constructed?
Starting with the construction itself, the Abikso Dome is completely free standing and features three poles which cross over one another, creating an incredibly stable shelter in high winds and with heavy snowfall. Two entrances either side allow users to escape without waking the other up, but also to store kit separately in the vestibule areas. This is also useful in windy conditions, as you can open both doors to allow air to pass through, reducing the chance of damage to your tent. Once inside, a high ceiling gives you a metre of headroom to sit up and cook, get changed or simply live in if you're in one position for an extended period of time.
What are its features?
Other useful features inside include four large mesh pockets to store a headtorch, food, clothes etc, and a detachable mesh shelf. Reflective guylines prevent you tripping up in dark conditions when using a headtorch.
What is the Abisko Dome made from?
Fabrics wise, Fjallraven use TripleRip siliconised nylon throughout to ensure it lasts years of use. Unlike many tents though, Fjallraven feature different thicknesses in areas which are prone to wear such as the lower of the tent. The lower is made from a thicker 40D nylon, whereas the rest of the flysheet is made from a lighter weight 15D nylon. The groundsheet is also beefed up to a 40D nylon to cope with general wear and tear, however we'd still recommend the use of a groundsheet which we offer at half price when bought with a partnering tent.
Summary
The Abisko Dome 2 is the perfect four-season tent for those who require more space and comfort than a tunnel tent. The fact that it's freestanding, along with super durable fabrics and a bombproof construction, means it can be used in a multitude of weather conditions and temperatures.
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Freestanding
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4 season use
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Two vestibules
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Spacious interior
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Overlapping poles
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Reflective guylines
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Nylon outer fabrics
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High ceiling
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Four large inner pockets