MSR Access 2 Backpacking 4 Season Tent
THE ULTIMATE SHELTER FOR SKIERS AND SNOWSHOERS – DESIGNED TO WITHSTAND THE ELEMENTS
The MSR Access 2 Backpacking 4-Season Tent is the ultimate companion for cross-country skiers and snowshoers, meticulously designed to keep you comfortable, warm, and protected through winter’s harshest elements. Built with a lightweight yet robust structure, this tent strikes the perfect balance between durability and packability, allowing you to conserve precious energy during both the ascent and descent.
The limited mesh on the tent body is a key feature, designed to trap heat on those frigid nights, ensuring a cosy shelter even in the coldest of conditions. Its thoughtful design doesn’t just focus on warmth but also offers an incredibly spacious interior, providing ample room for delayering and organising your gear once you’ve finished your daily adventure. Whether you're coming in from a long day of cross-country skiing or snowshoeing, you’ll appreciate the generous space to get comfortable.
The MSR Access 2 is engineered to withstand the challenges of winter camping, with a strong, resilient frame that can bear the weight of overnight snow loads. The frame’s strength, paired with its quick and simple setup, ensures you spend less time fiddling with poles and more time enjoying the winter landscape. This tent is made for those who seek to explore areas less accessible by traditional routes, such as near the tree line, or those seeking powder-filled bowls and ridges.
Designed for those who want a reliable, easy-to-pack shelter, the MSR Access 2 provides the protection and peace of mind needed when camping in less severe conditions. It offers a refuge against the elements, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in your winter pursuits while ensuring a safe and comfortable night’s rest. Whether you're exploring off-the-beaten-path locations or enjoying the tranquillity of the winter landscape, the MSR Access 2 4-Season Tent is the perfect choice for your next adventure.
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KEY FEATURES OF THE ACCESS 2 BACKPACKING 4-SEASON TENT
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Ultralight Warmth: Limited mesh on the tent body keeps in all that hard-earned warmth on cold nights, while the light design keeps you nimble while skiing, riding or hiking.
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Easton® Syclone™ Poles: Cutting-edge composite materials resist breaking in challenging winter conditions.
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Robust Frame: Central-support frame optimises interior space and resists snow loading.
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Quick Setup: Unified hubbed poles make the MSR Access 2 Backpacking 4 Season Tent quick to pitch in cold environments.
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Additional Features: Rainfly vents reduce condensation; Xtreme Shield™ waterproof coating for long-term durability; two doors; two internal pockets; multiple guy points.
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MSR Access 2 Backpacking 4 Season Tent Includes: Tent body, rainfly, poles, stakes, guy lines, easy-load, wide-mouth stuff sack, setup instructions.
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size + Specifications
Capacity - 2 person
Minimum Weight - 1.64kg
Packed Weight - 1.86kg
Floor Dimensions - 127 x 213cm
Floor Area - 2.69sq. m
Vestibule Area - 1.62sq. m
Number of Poles - 1x Easton Syclone
Interior Peak Height - 107cm
Packed Size - 46cm x 15cm
Number of Doors - 2
Freestanding - Yes
Flysheet Fabric - 20D RipStop Nylon 1200mm Xtreme Shield Polyurethane & Silicone
Canopy Fabric - 20D RipStop Nylon & DWR
Mesh Type - 10D Polyester Micro-Mesh
Floor Fabric - 30D RipStop Nylon 3000mm Xtreme Shield Polyurethane & DWR -
What we think
We’ve taken the MSR Access 2 out on several UK-based winter wild camps and cold-weather overnighters, and it’s proven to be a dependable shelter for when temperatures drop and conditions get more serious.
The Access 2 is designed as a lightweight winter tent, sitting somewhere between a full expedition-grade four-season tent and a typical three-season backpacking shelter. That middle ground makes it an excellent option for those wanting reliable weather protection without carrying the bulk of a mountaineering tent.
Inside, the tent offers a generous amount of space for two people and their winter gear. The interior height allows you to sit up comfortably and move around without feeling boxed in, while the dual vestibules give you decent storage for boots, packs, or even a bit of cooking in a pinch.
Pitching is straightforward with the hubbed pole design, though it does go up inner-first. It’s worth keeping that in mind if you expect very wet or snowy weather at camp. Once pitched and guyed out, the tent feels solid and stable. The frame holds its shape well under moderate snow loads and gusty wind, and the fabrics feel up to the job for extended use in colder conditions.
The Access 2 performs best in locations with moderate winter exposure, ideal for forest camps, open moorland, or tucked-in valley spots. While it can handle wind and snow, it's not made to withstand full alpine or high-mountain storm conditions. Ventilation is reasonable for a winter tent, helping manage condensation during colder nights.
At just over 1.7kg, it’s light enough to carry on multi-day winter trips, making it a practical choice for those balancing weight with warmth and shelter security. If you're venturing out in winter and want a tent that offers dependable protection without tipping into expedition-level gear, the Access 2 is a great piece of kit to have in your line-up. -
Weight
1640 g
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Season Rating
4-Season
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