Alps Mountaineering Taurus OF 4-Person Tent
Free-standing 4-person tent with dual doors, two vestibules, and sealed seams. Aluminum poles, 64 sq ft interior, weighs 10 lbs 2 oz. Factory-sealed fly and floor provide weatherproof protection for backcountry camping.
Alps Mountaineering Taurus OF 4-Person Tent
The Taurus OF represents a straightforward approach to four-person shelter: solid construction, practical design, and reliable weather protection. This is a tent built for campers who value function over frills.
Design and Structure
The free-standing two-pole design uses 7000 series aluminum poles with an 11mm diameter—substantial enough for serious use. The poles snap into clips for quick assembly, and the tent stands independently without requiring stakes, though guy ropes and stakes are included for storm conditions.
Base dimensions of 7'6" x 8'6" provide 64 square feet of interior space with a 52-inch center height. This offers genuine room for four people or comfortable space for two with gear.
Weather Protection
Fly and Seams: The 75D 185T polyester fly resists UV damage and maintains tension in wind. Factory-sealed seams on both the fly and floor provide the level of weather protection serious campers expect. The fly includes a vent to manage condensation.
Floor: 210D 110T nylon Oxford with a 1500mm coating keeps moisture out and gear dry.
Buckles: Weatherproof fly buckles allow maximum adjustability for varying conditions.
Ventilation and Access
Two doors with zippered mesh windows provide multiple entry points and excellent cross-ventilation. Both doors access vestibules—35 inches deep on each side—offering genuine storage space for packs and boots. Mesh panels and pop-up vents work together to manage interior moisture without compromising weather protection.
Practical Details
- Extra-large #10 zippers on doors and vestibules for durability
- Mesh storage pockets and gear loft for organizing essentials
- Includes 7075 aluminum stakes and guy ropes
- Packed size: 7" x 24"
- Minimum weight: 9 lbs 7 oz (without stakes and ropes)
- Total weight: 10 lbs 2 oz
- Optional footprint available for floor protection
This is a tent that delivers on its promise: reliable shelter for four people in variable conditions.
