The Quasar has earned its reputation as one of the most dependable four-season expedition tents in the world, trusted by mountaineers and extreme-weather adventurers for over four decades. Its fully geodesic structure delivers exceptional stability, ensuring the tent remains secure in high winds, deep snow, and unpredictable winter conditions. The dual-door design with front and rear porches allows for flexible access and ample storage, making it an ideal choice for two-person teams tackling extreme environments.
The TriPlex™ flysheet is engineered to deliver dependable, all-weather protection that is also PFC-free, recycled and solution dyed, it reflects Terra Nova’s commitment to responsible performance without sacrificing technical capability. Constructed from a high-performance 20D triple ripstop Si/PU C0 fabric, the flysheet achieves a 5,000 mm hydrostatic head, offering robust waterproof protection. This advanced flysheet is complemented by recycled inner and groundsheet fabrics, with the 70D PU-coated recycled groundsheet delivering an exceptional 10,000 mm HH, ensuring long-lasting durability and complete protection.
The 9.5mm TN Reflex poles offer a superior strength-to-weight ratio, enhancing the tent’s ability to withstand heavy snow loads and extreme weather. With an inner length of 217cm and a width of 136cm, the Quasar provides a comfortable and secure space for two people, with generous headroom of 105cm. The 72cm porches at both ends ensure that gear storage remain practical, even in extreme conditions.
With a packed size of 47cm x 18cm, the Quasar remains compact enough for demanding expeditions while providing the robustness required for remote, high-altitude, or arctic adventures.
- Fully geodesic structure – designed for extreme four-season conditions
- Completely PFC-free shelter with a recycled inner and groundsheet, 10,000mm HH
- Dual-door design with front and rear porches – ensuring flexibility and ample storage
- TriPlex™ flysheet for all weather protection, 5,000mm HH
- Trail Gear Hall of Fame inductee – proving its long-standing reputation in extreme environments.
A true expedition workhorse, trusted by elite adventurers across the globe.
George Shaw –
As an expedition sea kayak guide I’ve tried a lots of tents over the last 15 years, and been in some interesting weather situations around the world,
As paddlers we have space to carry a suitable size tent within the kayak, I unpacked the tent and put into 3 different dry bags for ease of loading into the kayak, generally unless we are in a warmer climate, I’m in my drysuit, The quasar has 2 good size porches for kit, which was perfect for fitting my paddling kit in when not in use, and still allowing me to use the other door to get in and out,
Very easy and quick to put up, plus a great footprint, which covers the base of the tent and carries through to the 2 porches,
Looks great also, I couldn’t stop looking at the tent from all angles, felt like a new kayak or car very happy with the styling
I’m 6.2 and 95kg and felt like I had plenty of room within the tent, plus the added space could easily accommodate another large person
My first outing was in Scotland April 2023 Outer Hebredies, the weather was interesting, cyclonic weather system which meant we had calm weather one minute then gale force winds and heavy rain the next,
So my new Quaser experienced 35-40mph winds plus some heavy rain down pours, happy to say the tent took the conditions well, no problem
Julian Desert –
As a mountain walker and sea kayaker, I can confidently say that few pieces of equipment have withstood the test of time and nature as remarkably as my trusty 1985 Quasar tent. The outstanding quality and durability of these tents continue to amaze me. Over the years, my Quasar tent has proven itself time and again, and even in July 2023, during my expedition to the Isles of Scilly, it braved force 5 winds, gusting up to 7, and heavy rainfall without a hitch. This tent has traveled with me across the globe, from the picturesque landscapes of New Zealand to the diverse climates of hot French summers and chilling sub-zero temperatures in Snowdonia.
As a sea kayaker, I appreciate the importance of minimizing weight, volume, and pole size to optimize space in my kayak. However, when it comes to wild camping on exposed beaches, I have learned that compromising on these aspects is well worth it because my Quasar tent has proven time and again that it will protect me, no matter the conditions. Even on challenging and unforgiving terrain, like pebbly or rocky grounds, the sewn-in groundsheet has demonstrated surprising robustness, though I do take extra precautions by using another protective layer when possible.
The new model of the Quasar tent retains its classic 4-pole design, which, when attached to the inner tent’s eyelets, allows it to be freestanding. This ingenious feature enables easy adjustments to ensure a perfect base position. Setting up the tent is a breeze with just a few pegs and the fly.
I recommend the Quasar whenever someone wants a true expedition tent that will withstand very high winds and rain.
Alun –
Bought mine in the late 1980’s. It’s on its second set of poles. Camping on stony ground has required patching the floor with bike puncture patches. The midge screen has a few holes too. An outstanding bit of kit showing its age these days. Last used in Glen Brittle campsite in May.
Hugh Mainwaring –
I bought my Quasar in 1987 aged 15, some 37 years ago, from High Sports in Shrewsbury (*No longer in business). Where my Quasar has not been. Anyway am here looking for a new one for my 21 year old son. You’ll not find a more durable tent. I consider it to be lightweight, and spacious.
Mags (verified owner) –
Another great Terra Nova tent
I purchased this tent as a replacement for my old Solar 2 (similar sort of size to the Quasar) under the new for old replacement scheme. I’d had my Solar for years – the fabric still seemed good but time had taken its toll on the seems & the taping. The Quasar isn’t as light as the Solar 2 but its a solid tent with all the great features I’ve grown to respect in Terra Nova tents. I probably won’t backpack with this because of the weight (maybe with a friend so I can divide the load !!!) but I have a Laser Compact 1 (a good little 3 season 1 man/woman light weight tent) which I use on my own. I really recommend Terra Nova tents. Use a footprint.
Richard Parry –
My new one isn’t a patch on the first one I bought in 1995.
The 1995 version had a neoprene coated nylon groundsheet which was far more durable than the current model. Having said that the current one, despite being made in China (and not British made like the earlier versions) has stood up to some bad weather in remote locations and has not let me down yet. I have no doubt it will not be as durable as the earlier models form the 80’s and early 90’s, but the groundsheet is very thin and always needs a footprint or something more substantial underneath it.