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Eureka Juno 3 XTA 7.5-Foot by 6.5-Foot Three-Person Rectangular Dome Tent (Amazon Exclusive)x
  (22 reviews)
Best Price: $239.99
Remarkably lightweight with a compact pack size, Eureka's Juno offers top-performance features and makes a great option for three-season backpacking treks to the backcountry. Sized to sleep three campers comfortably and weighing less than six pounds, the freestanding design boasts two doors for convenient entry and exit and two large vestibules for an additional 13.4 square feet of storage space to stashing your gear out of the way. The Juno offers superior ventilation--with its mesh side panel and mesh doors--to maximize air circulation for ultimate camping comfort. A no-see-um weave will keep out even the tiniest insects. while a poke-out vent at side of tent promotes cross ventilation. All major seams and reinforcements are factory sealed to prevent water entry through stitching. The wrap-up bathtub floor minimizes ground level seams to keep water out and the floor dry, ensuring a dry and comfortable adventure. In addition, the full-coverage fly provides great rain protection while side-release buckles attach to the tent body and frame, allowing for incremental adjustment. Designed with Eureka's StormShield features, this two-pole tent is quick and easy to set up with its durable shockcorded fiberglass frame, taffeta rod pockets, clip attachments, and pole sleeve attachments. The pole pocket captures the frame on one end while a locking post and grommet is used at the other end to attach the tent's body and frame at the base. Pole sections are interconnected with shockcords for quick set-up and to prevent lost parts. A ball end helps guide the pole effortlessly through the rod sleeve and prevents wear and tear to the pocket end. Lightweight and durable, the frame is constructed of 7000 aluminum, shockcorded poles for easy set-up. The tent's fly and floor is made of UV-resistant polyester fabric. With a nicely sized footprint measuring 7 feet, six inches by six feet, six inches, the Juno is ideal for a weekend camping trip for two or three adventure seekers. Specifications: - Style: Two-pole rectangular dome
 | | Eureka's lightweight Juno tent features two shockcorded aluminum poles for easy setup. |
- Seasons: Three
- Sleeps: Three
- Footprint: 7 feet, 6 inches by 6 feet, 6 inches
- Peak height: 4 feet, 2 inches
- Area: 48.75 square feet
- Vestibule area: 13.4 square feet
- Weight: 5 pounds, 15 ounces
Materials: - Floor: 70D 190T nylon taffeta, 800mm polyurethane coating
- Fly: 75D 185T polyester taffeta, 800mm polyurethane coating
- Walls: 70D 190T nylon taffeta, 800mm polyurethane coating
- Mesh: 40D Nylon no-see-um
- Frame: 9.5mm 7000-series aluminum
StormShield Construction Details: - Double-wall construction minimizes condensation build-up inside tent by allowing air to circulate between the mesh tent roof and waterproof fly.
- Doors vent from the top and/or bottom, providing options for moderating air flow; warm air exits from the top and cool air enters at the bottom.
- Cross ventilation through breathable interior fabric, large windows, and roof vents allows fresh air to enter and moist air to escape the tent.
- High perimeter seams of the bathtub floors couple with factory taped floor seams and fly seams to keep water out.
- Self-supporting frames flex to absorb and dissipate stress from strong winds.
- Fabric reinforcements add an extra layer of protection to high wear and high stress areas.
- Anchors for harsh weather include storm guyout rings, loops, and webs.
- Nickel sliders on self-healing nylon coil zippers keep windows and doors working smoothly.
- Shockcorded poles take the guesswork out of assembly, save time, and prevent lost parts.
- Ring and pin assemblies make setup easy and reduce stress and abrasion where the frame and tent floor connect.
- Post and grommet attachments speed set up and augment the tent’s structural integrity.
- The twin-track zipper system allows door windows to operate independently of doors for convenience and ease of entry and exit.
What's in the Box?
Eureka Juno tent, fly, two shockcorded aluminum poles, stakes, stuff sack Manufacturer's Warranty
Limited lifetime warranty About Eureka
Though the exact year is unknown, Eureka’s long history begins prior to 1895 in Binghamton, New York, where the company still resides today. Then known as the Eureka Tent & Awning Company, its first wares were canvas products--most notably, Conestoga wagon covers and horse blankets for nineteenth century American frontiersmen--as well as American flags, store awnings, and camping tents. The company increased production of its custom canvas products locally throughout the 1930s and during the 1940 and even fabricated and erected the IBM "tent cities" just outside Binghamton. The seven acres of tents housed thousands of IBM salesmen during the company’s annual stockholders meeting, which had since outgrown its previous locale. In the 1940s, with the advent of World War II and the increased demand for hospital ward tents, Eureka expanded operations and began shipping tents worldwide. Ultimately, upon the post-war return of the GIs and the resultant housing shortage, Eureka turned its attention to the home front during the 1950s by supplying awnings for the multitude of mobile homes that were purchased. In 1960, Eureka’s new and innovative Draw-Tite tent, with its practical, free standing external frame, was used in a Himalayan Expedition to Nepal by world renowned Sir Edmund Hillary, the first person documented to summit Mt. Everest only six years earlier. In 1963, Eureka made history during its own Mt. Everest ascent, with more than 60 of its tents sheltering participants from fierce 60+ mph winds and temperatures reaching below -20°F during the first all American Mt. Everest Expedition. For backpackers and families, Eureka introduced its legendary Timberline tent in the 1970s. Truly the first StormShield design, this completely self-supporting and lightweight backpacking tent became one of the most popular tents the entire industry with sales reaching over 1 million by its ten year anniversary. Eureka tents have also traveled as part of several historic expeditions, including the American Women’s Himalayan Expedition to Annapurna I in 1978 and the first Mt. Everest ascents by a Canadian and American woman in 1986 and 1988. In recent history, tents specially designed and donated by Eureka sheltered Eric Simonson and his team on two historic research expeditions to Mount Everest, this time in a quest for truth regarding the 1924 attempted summit of early English explorers George Mallory and Andrew Irvine. During the 1999 expedition, the team made history finding the remains of George Mallory, but the complete mystery remained unsolved. Returning in 2001 to search for more clues, the team found amazing historical artifacts which are now on display at the Smithsonian. Amazon.com Tent Guide
Selecting a Tent
Fortunately, there are all kinds of tents for weekend car campers, Everest expeditions, and everything in-between. Here are a few things to keep in mind: Expect the Worst
In general, it's wise to choose a tent that's designed to withstand the worst possible conditions you think you'll face. For instance, if you're a summer car camper in a region where weather is predictable, an inexpensive family or all purpose tent will likely do the trick--especially if a vehicle is nearby and you can make a mad dash for safety when bad weather swoops in! If you're a backpacker, alpine climber or bike explorer, or if you like to car camp in all seasons, you'll want to take something designed to handle more adversity. Three- and Four-Season Tents
For summer, early fall and late spring outings, choose a three-season tent. At minimum, a quality three season tent will have lightweight aluminum poles, a reinforced floor, durable stitching, and a quality rain-fly. Some three-season tents offer more open-air netting and are more specifically designed for summer backpacking and other activities. Many premium tents will feature pre-sealed, taped seams and a silicone-impregnated rain-fly for enhanced waterproofness. For winter camping or alpine travel, go with a four season model. Because they typically feature more durable fabric coatings, as well as more poles, four-season tents are designed to handle heavy snowfall and high winds without collapsing. Of course, four-season tents exact a weight penalty of about 10 to 20 percent in trade for their strength and durability. They also tend to be more expensive. Domes and Tunnels
Tents are broadly categorized into two types, freestanding, which can stand up on their own, and those that must be staked down in order to stand upright. Freestanding tents often incorporate a dome-shaped design, and most four-season tents are constructed this way because a dome leaves no flat spots on the outer surface where snow can collect. Domes are also inherently stronger than any other design. Meanwhile, many three-season models employ a modified dome configuration called a tunnel. These are still freestanding, but they require fewer poles than a dome, use less fabric, and typically have a rectangular floor-plan that offers less storage space than a dome configuration. Many one and two-person tents are not freestanding, but they make up for it by being more lightweight. Because they use fewer poles, they can also be quicker to set up than a dome. Size Matters
Ask yourself how many people you'd like to fit in your fabric hotel now and in the future. For soloists and minimalists, check out one-person tents. If you're a mega-minimalist, or if you have your eye on doing some big wall climbs, a waterproof-breathable bivy sack is the ticket. Some bivy sacks feature poles and stake points to give you a little more breathing room. Also, if you don't need bug protection and you want to save weight, check out open-air shelters. Families who plan on car camping in good weather can choose from a wide range of jumbo-sized tents that will accommodate all your little ones with room to spare. A wide range of capacities is also available for three- and four-season backpacking and expedition tents. Remember, though, the bigger the tent you buy, the heavier it will be, although it's easy to break up the tent components among several people in your group. It's also helpful to compare the volume and floor-space measurements of models you're considering.
UPC: 083826279973
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Customer Reviews
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Why I love this tent?
By A14ZAK3GHMKD10 on 2006-11-29
First, I need to share that I am an avid backpacker. Though fatherhood has taken away many opportunities from legit overnight trips, I still try to get to the mountains on a regular basis.
Second, I need to share that I work at Amazon and am biased towards this product. I was involved in working with Eureka on the tent's design and functionality. We designed a tent that was lightweight yet enough room for 3 people. There is also a ton of ventilation with 2 doors for easy access--both of which can open from top or bottom (again more ventilation).
I am using the tent personally with 2 adults and a small child. It's plenty large, and certainly reasonable for 3 adults. I love the vestibule where I can store our packs if it's raining--or even use the area to boil water if there's an intense rain.
I must admit that I have not personally used this tent in the rain, but Eureka builds high quality tents that are seam sealed to prevent leakage. Also, we wanted a tent where the stitching from the tub floor wasn't near the ground--to prevent any water from seeping in via the floor.
Lastly, I like the color. Unique but crisp and attractive. I think most people will like it, particularly University of Michigan fans.
Hope you enjoy the tents as much as I do. (If it's not obvious--the price of the tent is supposed to be incredibly aggressive to introduce backpackers to Eureka's high quality performance).
great size, weight
By AJ6B7LQ64ZBCZ on 2007-02-05
We had been looking for a light-weight backpacking tent with enough room for two. That seems simple enough, unless you've actually been inside of some of the "two-person" tents. Some of the expedition tents meet the size requirements, but are too heavy to be considered backpacking tents. We have just used this tent for the first time, and we are so far pleased. Plenty of room inside for two adults with large sleeping mats and sleeping bags, and a bit of gear. A large vesitibule on each side provides plenty of room for packs. I believe this will be a great warm-weather tent, with all of the mesh. The night we used it, it dropped below freezing. We woke to a ceiling (rainfly) covered in ice (on the inside). Didn't really expect that, with all of the ventilation, but as it was ice, it didn't drip on us. I'll chalk this experience up to extreme conditions until we use it in warmer weather. One thing that I don't like, although thus far it has not been an issue, is a seam running through the middle of the floor. It has been taped and sealed at the factory, but I just don't like the looks of it. I will seal it again before spring use, and edit this report, as we are sure to end up in a downpour here in south Texas. The tent is in fact lightweight and roomy, and so far, I am pleased. I will amend this report after having enountered weather with it.
the weather started getting rough.....
By A3PL48X5IXVSJR on 2006-12-10
This really is a great tent. Three people can sleep in it, but I've found it best for 2 people because then there's still room for all of your stuff (or a dog. lol). I've used it for 3 years, and it never disappoints. I've been in one good thunderstorm in it, and it did great and didn't leak at all. It's very easy to set up, (especially when you arrive at your site after dark). It vents really well, but best if you face the vented side into the wind. Just don't forget to open out the little cross vent (with the "!") on the other side. The inside pockets are really handy, and I think you can get a "net" that you can hang from above for more storage.
Passed initial test
By A13JNQYYPADA2C on 2007-01-06
Just got back from our first trip with this tent, and it performed admirably. Set up was quick and easy, as was take down.
We had high winds and rain, but the tent felt solid and not a single drop of moisture collected or leaked inside. Overall, a great product for the price we paid (bought it on sale).
The 5 of 5 rating indicates that the tent is as described and performs all the functions it claims.
Was very roomy for two, and lightweight for its size (though it might be a tad heavy for extended backpacking treks - still, light enough to hike with for a few miles).
Recommended
Excellent tent for backpacking; and holds up well in the rain!
By A1HKFBINJGGQ26 on 2007-07-02
I got this tent when it was on sale for $80 through Amazon, and now having used it, I'd say it's worth the current $150 price.
Unusual for an advertised three person tent, it will hold three persons. If you have three large adults with three large backpacks, it's going to be cramped, but bareable.
It's very fast to set up and break down - seven or eight minutes with the fly. In good weather without the fly you get excellent ventilation.
AND if it rains you are OK. Last night my ten year old and I were on a baseball field with a bunch of scouts, and got hit with a 45 minute downpour. It saturated the field and some people packed up and left. Despite no groundsheet and the fly not being staked out, we were bone dry.
I would rate this an excellent backpacking tent for two or three people.
- Heavier than listed
By AGTYCSCOZSU3Z on 2006-12-22
Haven't had a chance to use it but I am considering returning it. The actual weight is heavier than what they list, the actual weight is 6.5 lb.
- Great Value
By AWG9AWNARPN1V on 2007-06-08
I have used this tent on two backpacking treks this spring. It is easy to setup and is very roomy for two adults. While it may not be an ultra-light, split between two peoole, the weight is not a problem. My one grip is the vestibule doirs. If you are not careful when you unzip them, they "fall" back towards the tent spilling an rain or dew they have collected on you and your gear.
- Great Tent updated 7-11-07
By A1UG9AEUNLPSAG on 2007-06-25
I purchased this tent because I am getting into backpacking. The tent advertised 3 person and at 5lbs that caught my interest. Also I purchased it when it was $89 so the price was right.
When I got the tent the box was small and light. I first got to use it in my backyard, it is quick and easy to setup. The night I used it it rained pretty good. We did not get wet and there was no condensation in the tent either. I'm very happy with this since I live in the NW. I had also read the reviews here before I bought it and agree with the gentlemen who posted the caution about unzipping the rainfly after raining. If you are not really carefull water will fall into the vestible area and even possibly the tent. The tent is roomy and I belive I can fit myself and 3 kids in the tent pretty well. I plan to use the tent on a hike soon and will update my review then.
Like:
Inexpensive compared to other light tents.
Seams factory sealed
Light
Quick setup
2 Large vestibles
Holds up to rain well.
Dry's quickly
Dislike:
Rainfly doors unzip in a way that allow water on the outside to fall in quite easily.
Update 7-11-07
I used this tent on a 4.5 mile backpacking overnite trip and the tent was awesome. Weight was good and setup was a breeze, very quick to setup or take down. No issues we had great weather, no condensation in the tent. Very nice, if I need to purchase another tent I would get this one again for the price.
- Fantastic tent for 2 ppl
By A34PKZ2O2V2T8T on 2007-02-19
Fantastic for 2 ppl, much spare space for putting your backpacks or other stuffs next to you. Fast building, ligh weight and cheap at Amazon!!!
- Awesome tent
By AID8AWZDHX39Y on 2007-07-07
This is a great tent especially for the money. It is the exact same tent as the Eureka Pennacle Pass 3XTA only a diffrent color and offered at a better price.Eureka Performance Pinnacle Pass 3XTA 7.5- by 6.5-Foot Three-Person Backpacking Tent
- So far, so good
By A2IOHNCRKL83W7 on 2007-05-20
We are primarily travel trailer campers but we needed a small tent for when one parent takes a child or 2 to scout (tent) camping trips. I bought this one on a whim. I can't imagine paying full suggested retail price for it, mainly because we don't tent camp that much. I was amazed at how easy it was to put together. We did a trial run in the living room and 4 of the children rolled around in there with no damage. I loved the openess of the tent before the canopy is put on. It made me think how nice it would be to lay under the stars in the tent and get the full view of the sky, minus the mosquito bites. My husband took this tent to a scout 'camping in the outfield' event at the baseball field with hundreds of other families. He said he was VERY glad to have such a light weight tent that was easy to set up. Some of the other campers really struggled with their heavy gear.
- Excellent tent for the price...
By A2WWYDRNQBSAIZ on 2007-06-12
I have just finished using this tent for the first time and I thought it a great purchase. I was able to take advantage of a special price through Amazon ($89) and I certainly believe it is worth that!
The tent was up in less than 5 minutes without the rain fly. This is thanks to the ball at the end of each aluminum pole. This ball goes in to a nylon sleeve pocket and the other ends go in to the familiar "key" post. Another couple of minutes for the rain fly and you're done.
I really enjoyed the extra space the rain fly creates by the vestibule areas when staked out. There is one at the front and back.
My one complaint is that the tent is a little snug if you are 6' 2" or larger. Either your feet or your head will be pressing against the side of the tent.
Although Eureka states that the rain fly will only go on one way...that is not quite true. Logically it only goes on one way, but if you get it exactly backwards, you will be left with a mesh breezeway during the night. This could be good during those late spring nights when it's not quite warm enough to not have the "fly" on...or bad if you get a late storm that happens to come in at that angle.
I would also recommend upgrading the tent stakes as they would be useless on hard ground.
I believe that this is the exact same tent as the Pinnacle Pass XTA.
Overall though, a great tent if you can get if for less than $100.
- Eureka Juno Tent
By AL1R3465V47BH on 2007-06-28
Seems nice. I haven't used it yet altough next week should be the first time. Good value for a 3 season tent this size by a reliable company.
- GREAT FOR A TALL PERSON
By A2O1YLTOEK5KI1 on 2007-07-26
This is just the right size for someone 6'6" or shorter. I am 6'4" tall and used the tent with a little room to spare. My wife an I used an inflatable Queen air matress in this and the Queen mattress fits perfectly inside. I didn't feel the swampiness that you get with other tents that have poor ventilation. The ventilation was great and the bugs never got in. The vestibules provide ample room on the sides for keeping gear dry from rain. The setup was very easy and the aluminum poles were way better than the flimsy fiberglass ones. They are smooth all the way down the pole, instead of that metal connector on fiberglass that prevents you from sliding the tent loops down the poles.
I recommend getting a 10' x 14' heavy duty tarp to put underneath to protect the floor (and air mattress) if you can find one. We have a 10' x 10' one that works great for the tent, but doesn't provide enough space under the vestibules.
Only improvement would be placing the bags to keep your things dry higher up on the tent, near the top instead of right by your head.
- another nice tent from eureka
By A84VJ16M4VCC9 on 2007-08-13
this is the second tent i have owned from eureka the first, although i still have,just aquired a hole in the bottom and it was time for a new one. so i went to eureka online did the research and found this tent through amazon. this is the same tent eureka markets under a different name all the specs. are the same just different color. it was a little difficult at first to set up but only once. after that it was a breeze. anyone looking for a nice tent for two people will be very happy with the room . i didn't have any water issues inside, and it did rain, all in all top quality tent from eureka.
- Excellent tent ... but watch out for bees!
By A3RBD1K05TM5T5 on 2007-08-14
This is a great tent. It is very light weight and pretty spacious for a 2-3 person tent. Sets up very quickly. Sturdy. Folds up into a very compact size. The large mesh windows are awesome if you want to wake up to a lovely view in the morning. Great ventilation. No bugs can get through the mesh, not even tiny gnats. The fly extension over the mesh doors is a nice touch for sheltering from the elements. My friends are more experienced campers and even they considered it a "serious tent". If you can get this for around 60% off retail, this is really good bang for the buck.
I would give it 5-stars for the quality, except for one caveat -- the peach-amber color attracts bees!
I think you're okay as long as you are diligent about keeping the mesh doors zipped closed as often as possible. If you're not camping in an area where extra-strength bug repellent is a must year-round, you should be okay. When I camped in this tent, one or two bees would come scout the tent every 2 to 3 days. They would end up getting stuck in the space between the fly and the tent body. You can just shoo them off. But this tent may not be a smart choice for those severely allergic to bee stings. Nor for those who simply find the overhead buzzing unnerving. Maybe spritzing the tent with a bit of bug repellent will help ... though you should probably make sure this doesn't deteriorate the tent material.
- warm weather only
By A1BKEUL797J357 on 2007-08-23
Good light weight tent for backpacking. I like the two doors. But I was expecting a tent that was good for all seasons. My error. Good for summer but not advised for the winter months.
- Great Tent
By AUSGPZ8F9VT8G on 2007-08-27
Fantastic tent for backpacking. Fairly lightweight. Quick set-up, plenty of room, especially with the vestibules. I recently spent three nights above 10,000ft and it was warm inside, but had absolutely zero condensation, a first for me. Fantastic ventilation. Stable in moderate winds with additional lines staked out. I wish I had purchased the gear loft, as the storage pockets seem to hang right in your face if you are taller than about 6'. All in all, a great tent and a great price. Although another comment said that UM fans would like this tent, it is definitely not maize and blue. The mustard/gold fly is much more subdued.
- Good Tent
By A14IMMG1Y664RK on 2007-09-15
We just bought this tent for a backpacking trip because it was light, and had enough room for two people and gear inside. It worked great on our trip. I was worried that I wouldn't like the colors, but they grew on me right away. Our only grip was that the first night it rained quite a bit, and the water drips in through the zippers. I didn't mind too much, but my wife wasn't too thrilled with it. It was only a little bit or water (probably less than 1/2 cup per side). We just wiped it up with our microfiber towel. I'm still very happy with this tent for the price I paid. I just wish I could have got it when it was on sale for $80.
- Eureka Juno Review
By A20O18S0HM79MU on 2007-09-19
The Eureka Juno tent is easy to setup, especially for one person because of the unique sleeve and protected pole ends. The tent is roomy and has good interior height, is fairly light-weight and has a good footprint with 2 vestibules. Both my son and I have used the tent on separate occasions and have found it very useful. We both would consider this for backpacking. The only thing I wish I could get for it would be a custom footprint to protect the bottom.
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