I had a similar experience as Fishguy with the Kuiu Mountain Star tent. Most of the anchor points were held together by nothing but the glue, no stitching. And trying to get any satisfaction on the return was brutal. Wouldn't cover the duty etc. etc. Not a happy customer. But I have a bud with the the later model and he's satisfied with it.
Always a sacrifice in materials vs weight. Hilleberg's are probably some of the best tents made, but will weigh double + what a light weight design will. Always tradeoffs. Late season I dig out my heavier tent.
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