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Fitness Tip of the Day!
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Physical Activity and Dementia
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A 5-yr study of elderly subjects (mean age 75 yrs) showed that those who were most active during the day (doing chores, etc.) had the lowest rate of cognitive impairment (Arch Intern Med, 2011).
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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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