Any thoughts? Here is what I'm leaning towards.
Marmot Limelight 2P Tent - Free Shipping at REI.com
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Any thoughts? Here is what I'm leaning towards.
Marmot Limelight 2P Tent - Free Shipping at REI.com
I won't be backpacking most of the time. Think d2r2 or other events. Drive, camp, ride bike, drink beer, cook, drink beer, crash.
I think most tents will meet those requirements. I'd probably get a Tarptent Double Rainbow.
I looked at that tent but got the very similar Mountain Hardware sky ledge 2p tent. It's been my bike packing tent this winter. I like having two vestibules. All of the tents in this price point are really capable. My criteria was about how light light and how small it stuffed. Btw 2p means you, you and a lady friend, but not you and a pal. 2=1.5 in tents.
I'll check it out. Just seeing if anyone had a favorite or "do not get"
Thanks c
Think about how small it packs. I may just call you about doing an overnight MTB trip. Ya never know. That marmot is at the heavy and large range for a nice carrying tent. But for car camping it would be awesome.Quote:
Originally Posted by DarrenCT
That's good news. I'm more concerned about function and ease of setting up after drinking 12 beers over lightweight
If you are mostly driving with it, consider getting something much bigger and live the life of luxury, rather than stuffing yourself into a backpacking tent.
Before my kids arrived, I used to camp out to do astronomy. I have an older Mtn Hardware 2 person that kicks ass for hiking (well it did when I bought it). Climbing into it after a night of observing was not the highlight of the trip. Most of the people I camped with had much larger accommodations, collapsible cots/air beds, the works. If I were gonna camp in Deerfield, I'd bring something large and either a cot or air mattress and get myself as comfy as possible knowing that I didn't have to carry it out on my back.
Tents are like bikes. You need more than one.
Then maybe a bivy is for you, ha!Quote:
Originally Posted by DarrenCT
Very funny!Quote:
Originally Posted by Jonathan
You make a good point but I don't wanna setup the Westchester Mall. I'll go to REI this week and get a better idea.
Thanks for your feedback. Maybe a 3 person would be perfect.
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Originally Posted by Bobonli
I have a Marmot tent that is going on 13 yrs - averaged over 20 nights a year for the first 6 yrs, then kids came along and I now use it for the occasional bike/ car camping trip (D2R2, Kingdom trails). The Marmont is heavy but well built. I always set up my tent( before beer #2 is opened), inflate the pad and lay out the bag. You want to make sure you have dry place to crash/pass out when it gets dark.
Marmot Swallow 2P | Tents | Backpacker Magazine.
The model I have is this one, heavy bugger for the multi- day backpacking trips but spacious and vents well when you get socked in by the weather. I have even stretched the limits of this 3 season tent with a few winter trips in the White Mountains
i've had a bunch
lived in more than a few
buy the appropriate rei-branded one if your needs are anything short of a true 4 season mountain tent atmo
If you want a really well designed and built tent ($$) check out Hilleberg. We have the KeronGT which is huge, bulletproof and easy to set up. No kids though.
Don't get a four season. Make sure it has a rain fly and plenty of mesh if you'll be using it a lot in the summer.
If you're not gonna schlep it on your back, then a 3 person jobbie won't hurt, and will be appreciated.
I have a Walrus that's at least 10 years old and still going strong, but really anything that ticks the boxes above will do.
That. Marmot looks good. The crossed poles are generally an easier setup than the ones where you have a couple concentric hoops and multiple guy lines.
3 Season, 2 person minimum. I have a mountain hardware 4 season, a marmot 3 season and a Walrus 4 season 4 person. Car camping I just camp in the back of my truck...
But never go smaller than 2 person, it sucks, uncomfortable and cramped.
-Joe
Black Diamond Firstlight. Or for a bigger door, the Lighthouse. Single wall, light weight, very easy 2-pole setup. Based on the venerable Bibler I-tent. Fabric is an Epic derivative, not designed for a non-stop deluge, and you need to manage ventilation to prevent condensation. But the ease of setup and light weight make it a good choice shelter from cold, drizzle, bugs and modest winds.
Black Diamond Firstlight Tent: 2-Person 4-Season | Backcountry.com
Nowadays I find myself looking at stuff like this more and more:
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Might as well go in class:
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I think this is pretty unsuited for what Darren wants. I don't see him camping in January.Quote:
Originally Posted by AJPM44
Darren,Quote:
Originally Posted by DarrenCT
I have Bibler tents (now Black Diamond)
The Ahwanee is roomy and airy. Advertised as a 3-person mountaineering tent, but better for two people.
The Eldorado is nice for one person, but can fit two if you're close friends.
The tri-pod bivy is awesome and quite roomy for a bivy.
The tents have poles that go on the inside and I've used the tents without poles when the call for sleep was stronger than my desire to assemble the poles.
You are welcome to borrow any of them for any length of time.
Darren,
Take WayneJ up. Biblers are great tents.
Otherwise, let's go ride in the Catskills near Hunter for day. On the way back, stop at Woodbury Commons and buy whatever 3 season tent is at the TNF Outlet. You save about 50%.
I think any 3-season tent by one of the reputable makers is a good choice (Marmot, Mountain Hardware, BD, TNF, Rei, Sierra Designs).
The question is just how to save some coin.
Darren,
Disregard all of the (good) advice above about getting a three or four person, three season tent with a good air mattress.
Be a Baller.
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Check out Big Agnes. Economical 3-person (aka comfy for two and spacious for one) would be the Lone Spring 3
Though I think they're deeply unsuitable for your purposes, if you want to borrow my Hilleberg Akto and/or Nammatj 2 as well. Heck, at Ballers you can sleep in my Akto if you want. I'll be using the Nammatj.
Done
Marmot limelight 3.
Person at rei let me set it up and it took 5 mins
Pretty sweet how easy thing are to setup now.
I also had a $30 dividend I didn't know I had.
Thanks for the help. Good chance this will be on Ebay next summer ;)
maybe a few dry-runs Friday night after a few IPAs?Quote:
Originally Posted by DarrenCT
A van with vans painted on it. Love. Notice where you slip the gas nozzle?Quote:
Originally Posted by Mabouya
I own that tent.Quote:
Originally Posted by DarrenCT
it kicks ass, and I can pitch it solo sitting on the ground with a beer in maybe two minutes.
Our go-to kayaking tent, as it's light & fast, and it's seen some serious weather.
A good buy.
- Garro.
I own the one up bigger - the himalayan base camp model - it is SO badass - I can lay our custom paco pad made for the bed of our extended bad chevy it it with tons of room - four people can play cards & party, maybe five.Quote:
Originally Posted by AJPM44
One of the best things I own.
- Garro.
But.......................Quote:
Originally Posted by Jonathan
When the going get shitty, really shitty, I have a Mtn Hardward singlewall - it's amazing - we trekked the Peruvian Andes with it & it saved our asses when the snow & shit came down - we spent a week over 15,000ft on one hike.
As you can tell, I am a tent junkie - I have more..........
- Garro.
I can appreciate that. We are one season campers. Winter in FL and Summer up north.Quote:
Originally Posted by steve garro
Ill be a junkie soon. I'm planning on 1000 miles of the divide next year.
Really good for you. That tent will hold two lady friends.Quote:
Originally Posted by DarrenCT
d,
just dont get a teeny backpack tent is all id add.
3 person would be good for 2 plus some shiite.
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well done d.
if it rains at d2r2 i can put my bike inside to keep it dry.
I agree. I've got a 3 season tent that only has two small openings on the fly and it's too warm any time the temps are above freezing. more often than not, I end up pulling the fly off in the middle of the night. Good ventilation is one of the more important features in my opinion.Quote:
Originally Posted by robin3mj
Just wondering how the Limelight has worked out for you. I am now in the market for a 3 person tent. My son is now officially a Tiger in the Cub Scouts...and their first camping trip is in less than a month. Need a tent...and bags...and other stuff I do not own.Quote:
Originally Posted by DarrenCT
Mind you we are in FL...
- How is airflow in the tent? Does it ventilate well?
- Moisture/condensation? Does it stay dry?
- Has it been durable for you?
It seems fairly easy to set up. Any other insight is much appreciated man.
cheers,
Guy
Oh yeah, get ready for bikepacking too, Fazzio. If you want to come check out my Mountain Hardware you're welcome to anytime.Quote:
Originally Posted by liv2bike
I was in the midst of composing an email to you man. I will be stopping by to check it out. The Mountain Hardware offerings are also on my short-list. Will hit you up shortly...Quote:
Originally Posted by Jonathan