- Stock: In Stock
- Brand: Wild Country Tents
- Model: 4990-WH2007
- Weight: 2.35kg
- Delivery: 5-7 working days
Wild Country — Gear Standards
Technologies
The materials, treatments, and design standards built into Wild Country gear — and why they matter on the trail.
Solution Dyed Fabrics
What Is Solution Dyeing?
Solution dyeing adds pigments directly to the polymer solution before the yarn is formed. Unlike traditional dyeing — which soaks finished fabric in dye baths — solution dyeing locks colour in at the fibre level.
Why It's Better for the Planet
80–90% less water used
No rinsing or dye baths needed
Less energy consumption
No repeated heating or drying cycles
Fewer chemicals
No dyes, mordants, or effluents
Performance Benefits
Fade Resistance
Colour embedded in fibre — won't wash out or fade under UV
Improved Durability
Fabrics are often stronger and more abrasion-resistant
Cleaner Supply Chain
Less wastewater, fewer emissions, more consistent results
Trekking Pole Compatible
Versatility for minimalist, fast-and-light adventures.
Some Wild Country shelters are designed to be pitched using standard trekking poles, removing the need for dedicated tent poles and reducing pack weight.
Benefits
Simplified packing
Fewer components to carry or lose
Lighter overall load
Ideal for thru-hikers, fastpackers, and ultralight travellers
Dual-use gear
Trekking poles double as structural support
Look for this feature on select tarp tents, bivvies, and minimalist shelters across the Wild Country range.
PFC-Free Treatments
What Are PFCs?
PFCs (perfluorinated compounds) are man-made chemicals used to create water, oil, and stain-resistant finishes in outdoor gear. While effective, they persist in the environment and are slow to break down.
Environmental & Health Concerns
Persistent in nature
PFCs don't degrade easily — trace amounts found in water, soil, and wildlife worldwide
Bioaccumulative
Some PFCs build up in human and animal tissue, raising long-term health concerns
Increasingly regulated
Regulations tightening globally, with many brands phasing out long-chain PFCs
Does PFC-Free mean less performance?
No. Wild Country's in-house and third-party testing ensures all waterproof garments and tent flysheets meet rigorous hydrostatic head and repellency standards — with or without PFCs.
Recycled Materials
What Are Recycled Materials in Outdoor Gear?
Recycled materials in Wild Country products primarily come from post-consumer waste — such as used plastic bottles — processed into high-quality polyester fibres, then spun into durable, lightweight fabrics.
Where Recycled Materials Are Used
Extremities Gloves & Hats
Many styles include 90%+ recycled fabric content with no compromise on warmth, waterproofing, or wind resistance
Select Tents & Accessories
Recycled textiles or trims incorporated without compromising tear strength, weight, or weather resistance
Why It Matters
Reduces Waste
Diverts plastic waste from landfill and gives it a second life
Lowers Carbon Footprint
Recycled polyester can reduce CO₂ emissions by up to 30% vs virgin polyester
Supports Circular Design
Moving toward gear that minimises resource use without compromising performance
Waterproof Guarantee
Stay dry. Stay protected. Guaranteed.
Wild Country rigorously tests all products for waterproof performance — whether it's a tent, jacket, or pair of gloves.
When a product features the Waterproof Guarantee, it has passed:
Hydrostatic Head Testing
To industry or expedition-level standards
Real-World Field Testing
In heavy rain and wet conditions
Seal Integrity Validation
At key stress points and seams
Many Wild Country waterproof tents and Extremities accessories are also treated with PFC-free DWR finishes for environmental peace of mind.
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