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Fitness Tip of the Day!
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Walking and Diabetes
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Plain old walking, if done regularly, can reduce the risk of death in diabetics. A study published in 2003 showed that diabetics who walked at least 2 hours/week had a 39% lower mortality rate (Arch Intern Med, 2003).
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Product Details: Solitaire FG Tent
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Product Name:
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Solitaire FG Tent
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Category:
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Hiking Gear
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Manufacturer:
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Eureka
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List Price:
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$89.95
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| Capacity:
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1 person
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| Colors Available:
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black with warm yellow
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| Description:
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Eureka's Solitaire tents are more of a bivouac (bivy) than a tent. The interior height is only 28 inches! The Solitaire FG and the Solitaire AL are nearly identical: the difference is that the FG has fiberglass poles whereas the AL has aluminum poles (hence the 2-letter abbreviation!). POLES: 6.3mm shock-corded fiberglass. FLOOR and INNER BODY: 75-D 185-T polyester. MESH: 40-D polyester. RAINFLY: 75-D 185-T polyester. 2 storage pockets.
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| Footprint:
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Rectangle: 96 inches x 32 inches. 21.3 sq. ft.
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| Ideal For:
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Solo hikers, backpackers, mountain bikers, motorcyclists who only want the most basic of shelters.
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| Length:
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Floor length = 96 inches; Packed length = 18 inches.
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| Product Reviews:
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As of August 11, 2019, there are over 500 reviews of this tent on Amazon. Most are positive, but numerous users have reported that the fiberglass poles break easily.
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| Special Features:
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In addition to the front entry, the Solitaire also has a zippered top entry.
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| Weight:
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42 oz (1189 grams)
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| Why It's Cool:
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If you only need a basic shelter, the Solitaire FG is a good choice at a great price.
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