Zpacks Shelter Feature Comparison

Rainbow Zippers vs "L" Shaped Zippers


    • Lightest and simplest configuration.

    • Two people can sit side by side facing out.

    • Full access to the vestibule spaces on either side.

  • No screen toggle necessary as the door naturally drops down and out of the way.

    • Zipper easily operated with one hand.

    • Door drapes in place to help keep mosquitos out.

    • Magnetic toggle keeps door pinned out of the way.

  • Works best on tents with trekking poles “Offset” to the side so that the wide opening is not blocked by the pole.
Overlapping Storm Doors vs Zippered Storm Doors



    • Lightest door closure method.

    • Easy and simple to use.

    • Toggle at center of taller doors eliminates flapping.

  • No chance of zipper failure.


    • Easy to use traditional design.

    • Includes peak vent for airflow.

    • Field replaceable zipper sliders.

  • Replacement sliders included with tent.
.55 oz/sqyd DCF vs .75 oz/sqyd DCF Canopy


.55 oz/sqyd DCF

    • Strong enough to last thousands of miles.

    • Semi-transparent provide a more immersive outdoor experience.

    • Easily field repairable.

  • Repair tape comes standard with shelters.

.75 oz/sqyd DCF

    • Higher abrasion and puncture resistance.

    • More opaque for added privacy.

    • Easily field repairable.

  • Repair tape comes standard with shelters.
1.0 oz/sqyd DCF vs .75 oz/sqyd DCF Floors


1.0 oz/sqyd Standard DCF Floor

    • Twice as thick and strong as our standard canopy material.

    • Resistant to punctures and abrasion.

    • No groundsheet required.

  • Easily field repairable with DCF repair tape.

.75 oz/sqyd Lite DCF Floor

    • Featured on our "Lite" tent models.

    • Saves weight over our standard 1.0 oz/sqyd DCF floors.

    • Packs down smaller than our standard floors.

  • Easily field repairable with DCF repair tape.