Walrus Starstreme

Review Date
April 14, 2004

Overall Rating
 5 of 5

Value Rating
 5 of 5

Reviewed by: Renzo Piana ,  Climber

Price Paid:  $320.00 at Copenhaguen, Denmark

Summary:
Bought my Starstreme almost 5 years ago and have used ir intensively. I used it as my shelter for 11 months while doing research in the Peruvian Amazonia. The tent is just great. Poles are very resistant and havent break yet. The fly is absolutelly waterproof. Just came from the andes 3 days ago and the tent behave perfectly under night long rains. Mine is getting a bit old, but I will purchase another one right away if givven the chance. Any body knows where can I get a new one? vestibule is good for storing backpacks or cooking under heavy rains. Floor is rather thin but resistant. In all the best tent I ever used.

Customer Service:
We dont have one in Perú.

Similar Products Used:
The North Face Peregrine is nos as water proof and the poles break easily. Not like the Walrus at all!
Hellsport Rondane (Norway) havent used it that much although it looks pretty good

Review Date
July 7, 2000

Overall Rating
 5 of 5

Value Rating
 5 of 5

Reviewed by: Brian(Unregistered User) ,  Backpacker , from Boston, MA, USA

Summary:
Shopped around for a while before purchasing this tent. I choose the starstreme after talking to other owners and dealers. I don't think I could of got a better tent for the money, it light, and strong. You can't go wrong with it.

Customer Service:
Haven't needed it yet.

Similar Products Used:
Eureka Timberline,
Kelty

Review Date
May 9, 2000

Overall Rating
 4 of 5

Value Rating
 4 of 5

Reviewed by: Steve Sears(Unregistered User) ,  Backpacker , from Westford, MA, USA

Summary:
I have had my Walrus 5 years and still really like it! I have used it from the beach to narrow ledges on mountains, in severe weather and sun, and on several week long trips; it always works for me! Poles are good quality. Gear loft works well, although it can be a challenge to connect up (but this is true of all tents I am familiar with). Has nice pockets near the door, big enough for a flashlight and wallet & some small odds & ends. Mesh is strong, has good visibility on clear nights. The shape of the tent deals with wind well, after a really blowy night my tent was the only one standing. Rain fly is excellent, I have never gotten wet from above. Easy to pitch, although getting the poles into place can be a challenge when the temperature is below 0.

There are two things I wish improved: the vestibule is too small, and the floor leaks a bit after 5 years. I broke off one of the delron clips used to snap in the rain fly on my second camp (very cold temps), but a bit of nylon rope has worked great since and the other clips are in great shape.

I would buy Walrus again, I love gear that works.

Similar Products Used:
None

Review Date
February 27, 2000

Overall Rating
 5 of 5

Value Rating
 5 of 5

Reviewed by: John Messer(Unregistered User) ,  Backpacker , from Ft Worth, TX, USA

Summary:
Excellent space for the money. The vestibule is big enough to store two packs easily and the mesh allows for excellent stargazing on those non-rainy nights. The poles are of excellent quality and have never given me any trouble. Highly recommend

Customer Service:
Customer service was great about answering questions and concerns and can steer you towards a great tent for your needs

Review Date
February 27, 2000

Overall Rating
 5 of 5

Value Rating
 5 of 5

Reviewed by: Lynn Rhodes(Unregistered User) ,  Backpacker , from Ephraim,Ut,USA

Summary:
I've always been a big fan of Walrus tents. They are one of the best tents you can get for the price. The classic starstreame is no exception. It is a little on the heavy end of a two to three man, three season, but it's extremely roomy and has excellent waterproofing. It's easy to set up, but there are a lot of guy out points, which is kind of tedious. overall though this is rad tent.

Customer Service:
Really good warranty and the customer service is really good.