2 adults and 2 medium/large dogs is how I regularly backpack. A 3p tent is perfect. I absolutely love my marmot tungsten ul 3p.
It’s always more weight efficient to get a larger shelter than to get an additional shelter, so whatever you do don’t get two 2p tents. That’s two sets of poles, two sets of pole clips, two sets of stakes, two sets of door zippers, basically double of all the heaviest parts, rather than just a bit more nylon and slightly longer poles.
I don't know what you consider light weight... And I don't know what they are going for now...
But a couple years ago we bought a Marmot Tungsten UL 3p and it is a fantastic tent.
Might be tight for 3 adults, weight is about 4 and a half pounds. Not terrible for a freestanding 3p tent.
I think it was around $400 when we got it.
(Replaced our Limelite 3p that weighed more than double)
I have the Tungsten UL 3p and we love it. Not sure how different the UL is other than materials?
Easy setup, very roomy, great in rain.
One vestibule is smaller than the other, stakes out closer to the tent so my wife who is 5'3" can reach the zipper easily.
It is very similar to the Limelite that we used to have, but half the weight.
Our other tent is a Durston X Mid, which we use most of the time. But we take the Marmot when we want a little bigger space or if we are taking the dog.
I’ve got the NF Wawona 6 thinking I needed the extra space but while its spacious and nice, it is a bigger pain in the a$$ to set up than my now go-to tent which is the Marmot Tungsten 3p.
Although it’s a tighter space, I much prefer it over the Wawona as it’s a fast set up and still pretty comfortable. Not to mention it’s actually surprisingly very durable for the price.
I picked one up at Sam’s Club (online) for $140 in January. Was heavier than I wanted (6lb) for backpacking. Anyway a quick google search Just showed $250-300 or so range.
I've had that marmot tent since 2014 and use it at least 10 times a year. The rain fly seams will let a heavy rain weep through but besides that I've had zero issues.
I wouldn't think the waterproofing would give any issues if it's still new, it'll be roomier than that 2p as well.
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