Fortius: the name is reminiscent of "refuge" & "stronghold." The Fortius Trekking Pole Tent is your ultimate refuge in the wild for intense adventures. Designed to surpass the limitations of traditional trekking pole tents, the Fortius is engineered to withstand the harshest conditions, from violent winds to pouring rain and lightning storms. Here's why it's the perfect companion for your rugged backcountry excursions:
- Storm-Worthy Design: Unlike other ultralight trekking pole tents, the Fortius is truly storm-worthy. With multiple "storm points" and extra-long detachable stake lines, you have the flexibility to reinforce your shelter against the elements and pitch it in any direction, providing unparalleled protection in extreme environments.
- Durable Nylon Construction: Crafted from durable nylon, the Fortius offers superior strength over a similar weight polyester. Our field testing has proven that minor sagging issues commonly associated with nylon can be easily resolved by retensioning the tent after initial setup, ensuring optimal performance throughout your adventure.
- Spacious and Comfortable: Enjoy ample livable space with a large protective vestibule by the door to keep your gear sheltered and secure. Sit up fully and rest comfortably without feeling claustrophobic, thanks to the Fortius' thoughtful design that prioritizes usable space and comfort.
- Versatile Performance: With a non-tapered bathtub floor, the Fortius can be pitched in any direction without worrying about which end you can lay your head in. The detachable storm points allow you to reinforce against wind & weather in any direction - giving you peace of mind & a better night's sleep.
Experience the full backcountry experience with the Fortius Trekking Pole Tent. With its lightweight design and durability, it's your stronghold against the elements, ensuring you stay sheltered and safe without having to sacrifice pack weight.
Total Weight (w/ cords, 8 stakes, & stuff sack): 1 lb 9.4 oz (720.1 g)
Features:
Seam taped floor and fly
1 door
6 storm points, 2 end panel guylines, 2.5 mm cord.
2 quick-detach guylines with LineLoc tensioners, 2.5 mm cord.
1 interior mesh pocket
2 interior hanging loops
Corner stake-out lines use Lineloc 3 tensioners, 2.5 mm cord. Additional lower lines included.
Catenary cut fly
Technology:
- Floor Length: 224 cm / 88 in.
- Floor Width: 71 cm / 28 in.
- Front Door Vestibule Width: 90 cm / 35 in.
- Rear Overhang Width: 40 cm / 16 in.
- Front Peak Height: 125 cm / 49 in.
- Rear Peak Height: 102 cm / 40 in.
- Max Exterior Width: 201 cm / 79 in.
- Total Exterior Length: 272 cm / 107 in.
- Fabric: floor & fly - 15 D sil / PU micro-ripstop nylon, 1,500 mm HH
- Fabric: front and rear wall - mesh - 10D no-see-um nylon mesh
- YKK # 3 zipper - interior door
- YKK # 5 zipper - exterior door
Stuff Sack Size (Uncompressed): 13 in. x 7 in. - Compressed Size: 5.5 in. x 7 in.
- Warranty: Outdoor Vitals Performance Promise
Watch video instructions on how to set up your Fortius Trekking Pole Tent below:
Fortius Features
Designing The Fortius
Fortius Testing
Fortius Q&A
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I have only used this Fortius for 3 nights, but it has been good so far. Pitches easily and didn't leak on the last night when a thunderstorm rolled through. The winds were beating on it pretty hard, but everything held. Will update when I get some more nights in it.
I was very pleased with the ventilation and spacious room of this tent
Thanks.
This is my first single-walled and trekking pole tent. I have read that condensation can be an issue, and it was. I did a two-night solo trip this week on the Superior Hiking Trail. The first night had temps in the 40s and humidity in the 60s. There was a nice breeze. I awoke to no condensation. The second night had temps in the 30s and 40s and humidity in the 40s. But - there was no wind at all. I slept with the fly open. I awoke to significant condensation over my head and feet (none in the higher portion of the tent). This ended up dampening my sleeping bag. Had I not been coming off trail, I would have had to air out the bag and the tent during the day to dry them. Had it been raining, that would have been a moisture issue.
The tent was pretty easy to set up, but it requires a lot of stakes to get a perfect pitch. I was not in rocky conditions, but that would have been a challenge. It also takes a large area in order to stake out the guy lines. Practice at home so you know just how large an area you need.
The stakes are hazardous pulling out of hard ground. I have some MSR Groundhogs, which have a little rope attached to help pull out. Would recommend that on the OV stakes. My finger is still healing from a puncture wound.
On the positive side, the tent is extremely light weight and packs small. I also found it quite roomy. I am 5', 9" and use a 25" wide pad. I look forward to using it again, but overall, I will likely favor my freestanding, double-wall style, as I do a lot of camping on rocky terrain.
I purchased this tent for a three day excursion and it’s was great didn’t run into any crazy weather or anything like that but the tent was great