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might let in moisture from underneath if the ground is damp
But doesn't the 3000mm HH rating mean it won't?
Might just get a lighter tent then. Currently got a crappy 2/3 man.
Edit: I think you're right about the waterproof zips. But it does have a large flap which covers the zip. Meaning most water (if from above) won't get near it.
tallsam-
I have read about cheaper bivis having a bit of seep at the bottom.
If you're going to use it with a tarp it should be fine, as it is essentially just a wrap around groundsheet. At least with the zips you can regulate the moisture inside a bit so it doesn't get too humid in the bag.
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I've got an Alpkit one, super impressed. Wish I'd bought green though to blend in.
I use a fishing tarp and they're perfect. Cheaper and with the eyelets in useful places. Most often i actually use the tarp on the ground and wrap my bags inside it. Mostly because i've used it fields more than forests.
ACRe19
RonnieOatmilk
That doesn't look like it has waterproof zips, which means that water would leak in from the side. The material also doesn't look particularly tough, and might let in moisture from underneath if the ground is damp.