
The North Face
Wawona 6
Spacious vestibule, strong in storms, but rainfly tricky solo.

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i got a alp mountaineering zephyr 2. I’m also 6’3 and pretty active so I was fine taking on some extra weight to save money. I’m not a thru hiker hiking 30 miles a day, I just like to get out in nature and explore for leisure. I had a naturehike mongar 2 that was solid as well and a little lighter and around $100 on amazon
I'm also 6'4 and in my experience the length isn't as important as the shape. I have an alps zephyr 2 and it's pitched down toward the feet end. It's 88" long but I don't feel as comfortable in it as I do in my older kelty trail ridge which is about the same length but the walls are more vertical so it feels much bigger and gives more clearance for my size 15 foot. Just my $.02.
I've had an ALPS Mountaineering 2 person for years. Its been a great tent for me. Less than $140 at the time.
For shelter/ tent… I will give you a pro tip…. Start with a 2man tent… I really like the Alps brand for entry level tents and here is why. We use them in Boy Scout troops where the kids are tough on gear…. They stand up…. You can get them off Amazon for the best prices and there is a huge selection…. They also back up their gear if something breaks- if the tents gets wet - set it up at home to air it out dry….
I like the Alps tents. Wife and I moto camp off our KTM’s and the two person has aluminum poles (fiberglass poles break) and two vestibule for our Mosko luggage and riding gear. It keeps it all dry but out of the tent. I use a stuff sack to pack it small.
I picked up one of their two-person tents a couple years ago for almost the same reasons, couldn’t find anything in my price range that balanced weight and quality as well. I’ve taken it out in some nasty rain and it held up super well, no leaks or issues. Plus, setup is straightforward even after a long day on the trail.

The North Face
Wawona 6
Spacious vestibule, strong in storms, but rainfly tricky solo.

Gazelle Tents
T4 Hub Tent Series
Fastest setup, durable, but bulky and awkward door.

Durston
X-Mid 2
Ultralight, spacious 2P, but not for very strong winds.

Durston
X-Mid 1
Budget ultralight 1P, spacious, but large footprint.

Naturehike
Mongar 2 Backpack Tent (Nylon)
Budget 2P, spacious for price, but not for 4 seasons.

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Durston - X-Mid 2

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Gazelle Tents - T4 Hub Tent Series

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Gazelle Tents - T4 Hub Tent Series

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Durston - X-Mid 2

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The North Face - Wawona 6

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SlingFin - Portal 2