Description
Ascent 2
The Ascent 2 is a 2+ person tent that is built to handle rugged 3-season weather conditions. It is one of the first tents in New Zealand with a tent fly featuring Stealth Seam Welding Technology.
Stealth Seam Welding Technology
This cutting-edge technique combines ultrasonic edge-joining with high frequency radio welding of tape seals, making the seam up to 42% stronger than a standard twin needle taped seam. The weld will provide water tightness for the life of the tent fly, unlike a taped seam, which generally does not. Until now this technology has only been available on heavy fabrics.
Easy to set-up
Like all Domex tents, the hub frame design means that the tent is quick and easy for even one person to set up and being free-standing gives flexibility to erect the tent in all types of terrain, with the option of moving site before pegging the tent down.
Inner tent
The lower portion of the inner tent uses breathable double Ripstop Nylon panels for durability and the upper section has fine mesh panels for increased ventilation while keeping insects out.
Other features
The Ascent 2 is packed with features including a Ripstop Nylon tent floor, air vents for increased airflow and less condensation, generous vestibule space, four large storage pockets plus a lantern hook.
Why is it a good idea to use a Footprint?
We recommend using the footprint that matches this tent (an optional accessory) to protect your tent floor. It will also make packing up easier and quicker. Any mud and debris will be confined to the footprint, meaning a quick wipe down of the condensation on the bottom of the tent floor is all that is required before rolling the tent up.
- Easy to set-up - The hub-dome design with its inter-connected pole sections enables quick and easy set-up by one person.
- Free-standing design - Gives flexibility in sites with vegetation, uneven, wet or rocky terrain. Because the tent supports itself once the poles are inserted, it is able to be shifted easily (by one person) before it is pegged.
- Easily-identifiable points - Fluro webbing and zip toggles on inner tent plus luminous-fleck on outside zip, guylines and peg loops allow for easy identification in poor light conditions.
- Tent fly with Stealth Seam Welding Technology - Strong, watertight seam will maximize the lifetime of the tough ripstop nylon fly.
- Tent fly air vents - Increases airflow and reduce condensation. They can easily be closed if necessary.
- Inner tent has a combination of mesh and nylon panels - Achieves a balance between ventilation and durability. Mesh keeps sandflies, mosquitos and other insects out.
- 2 vestibules - Provide generous gear storage space outside the inner tent. They also provide extra weather protection and allow better airflow and ventilation.
- Inner tent storage - 4 pockets (2 double, 2 wall) + hanging lantern hook.
- Optional footprint - Protects the tent floor and makes packing up much easier, quicker and cleaner.
| Interior height | 110 cm. |
| Floor Dims | 220 cm L x 145 cm W. |
| Floor Area | 3.19 m2. |
| Doors | 2 |
| Vestibules | 2. Total Vestibule area 2.05 m2. |
| Attached Guy Lines | 4 |
| Tent pegs | 14 aluminium alloy pegs included |
| Pole repair tube (1 supplied) | for in-field temporary repair if pole damage occurs. |
| Footprint (optional accessory) | Materials: 70D 210T nylon taffeta, 5000 mm polyurethane coated; Dims. 215 x 140 cm; Weight 300 gm. |
| Minimum weight* | 1.9 kg |
| Packed weight** | 2.2 kg |
| Packed Size | 50 cm L x 15 cm diameter |
| Capacity | 2 people / 3 smaller people |
| Ascent 2 Seasons Rating | 3 |
| *Minimum weight: the combined weights of the essential components to set up the tent (inner tent, tent fly, hubs, guy lines and tent poles). | |
| **Packed weight: the total weight of all of the tent package (inner tent, tent fly, hubs, tent poles, guy lines, pegs, pole repair tube and carry bags). Does not include Footprint 300 g. |
Material
| Tent fly | 20D 400T double ripstop nylon, 2000 mm polyurethane / silicone coated, Stealth Seam welded seams. |
| Canopy | 20D polyester mesh / 20D 380T breathable double ripstop nylon. |
| Poles | 2 hub alloy pole frame with additional cross pole. Sections of each pole are interconnected by bungee cord. Pole specification: 7001 T6 9.5 mm aluminium alloy. |
| Floor | 30D 360T double ripstop nylon, 5000 mm polyurethane / silicone coated, mixture of welded and tape-sealed seams. |
An order containing multiple items with different shipping times will by default ship on the timeframe of the slowest item, however, Gearshop reserves the right to split ship orders where we feel it is required.
Shipped goods will be left at a place deemed suitable by couriers, typically at your front door. If you need to sign for the parcel, please indicate this in the delivery instructions when completing your order address.
Shipping Charges
All charges are in New Zealand Dollars.
New Zealand
- $8.99 standard shipping on all New Zealand orders
- A $2.81 surcharge applies to residential addresses due to courier charge structures. This surcharge can be avoided by shipping to a business address
- A $7 surcharge applies to all NZ rural addresses. We cannot ship to PO Boxes or Private Bags
- A $10 surcharge applies to Chatham Islands and Waiheke Island addresses
- A shipping charge of up to $85 (North Island) or up to $95 (South Island) applies to each oversized or heavy item
- We cannot ship oversized or heavy items to Chatham Islands
International
- $19.99 shipping on all Australian orders
- Shipping charges to other international destinations range between $37.99 and $185
- We cannot ship oversized or heavy items internationally
Shipping Times
We aim to process and dispatch your order as fast as possible. While in most cases this will happen within 24-72 hours, it can take up to 5 business days, depending on what is ordered. In some cases, like during peak season and holiday periods, it may take longer. Shipping and processing times are a guide only, not a guarantee.
An order containing multiple items with different shipping times will by default ship on the timeframe of the slowest item, however, Gearshop reserves the right to split ship orders where we feel it is required.
After dispatch, delivery is normally overnight within the South Island and 1-3 business days within the North Island. Rural addresses could take up to an additional 2-4 business days. At this time, we do not offer urgent delivery as a standard freight option, however if you require your order urgently, please contact us before ordering to ensure that we can meet your delivery timeframe. We aim to deliver your order within the following timeframes:
New Zealand
- North Island: 3-7 business days
- North Island rural: 3-7 business days
- Waiheke Island: 4-8 business days
- South Island: 2-6 business days
- South Island rural: 2-6 business days
- Chatham Islands: 7-10 business days
- Oversized or heavy items: 5-7 business days to all NZ addresses (excluding Chatham islands)
International
Australia: 7–10 business days (metropolitan areas only).
Canada: 10 business days
Hong Kong: 10 business days
UK/Ireland: 10 business days
USA: 10 business days
Every now and then, life throws a curveball and deliveries might take a little longer. We're doing our best to get your goods to you ASAP. If you've got any questions about your order, just give us a shout.
We're actually pretty speedy most of the time. After dispatch, around 92% of our orders zoom to your door within 5 days. In the South Island 79% of those arrive in 2 days. And for the North Island 85% of orders make it in 5 days. We're always keeping a watchful eye on freight times to ensure the best experience for our customers. Watch this space for our full freight review.
Usually, your stuff should reach you within the expected time. However, no need to stress if it takes a little longer than 5 days, occasionally things don't go exactly to plan. If you need something super soon and it's less than 6 days before your desired delivery date, just chat with us before ordering.
Keep in mind, we can't give refunds for delays beyond our control or if you've ordered last-minute without letting us know. We're all about making things smooth, so drop us a line if you're unsure.
Kindly note that if a package happens to go missing, Gearshop won't be able to offer a replacement or refund if the courier can provide evidence of delivery. Important note: If you haven't received your order within 7 days of your Shipping Confirmation email, please let us know right away so that we can follow up with the courier. Due to courier policies, we are unable to accept claims for non delivery, loss or damage after 12 days from shipping.
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Note that international orders for footwear may or may not be shipped with original boxes, due to shipping volume restrictions.
Click & Collect
We now offer Click & Collect as an option via our website, you can place your order and select to collect. In some cases your order may be available the same or next day, but that may not always be the case, so we will notify you by text message or email where possible, when your order is ready to be collected. this could be up to 48 hours after ordering. So try and include a cell phone number with your order. If you need something urgently, give us a call or email before placing the order, to make sure we have it available for you right away.
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