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Now featuring a UPF of 50+ for excellent UV protection, the Rendezvous Sun Shield 120 offers coverage for 1-4 people, with the option to go even lighter using trees as poles.
MSR says
Updated with a UPF of 50+, the Rendezvous Sun Shield provides excellent sun, wind and rain protection at campsites and gathering areas. Available in two sizes, this uniquely designed, extremely stable shelter lets you set up a protected communal area at camp. The 120 version creates a 120-square-foot open area around campsites that offers protection from sun, rain, and wind for 1-4 people, and at 1.43 kg (3 lb 3 oz), it’s light enough for one person to pack and carry, even into the backcountry. With its more expansive 200-square-foot wingspan, the larger size is the ideal upgrade to your basecamping experience and perfect for sheltering up to a dozen people.
Our Verdict
The Rendezvous Sunshield 120 Wing is a durable tarp to provide protection from the elements for 1-4 people.
The two ends of MSR's Rendezvous have specific metal pole fixtures these are the best options to use the supplied tarp poles with, but you aren't limited to those two points, each corner has a tough sleeve that will also take a pole. These deep pockets at the corners make it easy to get your pole secured and makes sure they don't pop out in the wind. The guy loops are a good size, making them less fiddly than some when trying to attach guy ropes.
The rendezvous is made of very durable material, it has over-engineered components for added strength and comes with heavy duty cord along with MSR Groundhog Stakes. So, there are lighter options out there but they won't outlast this tarp.
- Reviewed by Basecamp Gear
Features
- Stable: The shelters’ unique 7-point design pitches taut and remains stable in high winds.
- Versatile: Shelter height can be increased with the use of additional accessory poles.
Specifications
- Tarp weighs: 884g
- Poles weigh: 632g
- Total weight: 1516g (excluding pegs & bags)
- Pegs x7 weigh: 100g
- Coverage: 10 sq m (120 sq ft)
- Packed size: 51 x 15cm
- Interior peak height: Variable
- Poles: 2 x 6000 Series Aluminium
- Fabrics: 68D ripstop polyester 1500mm polyurethane and silicone
