Elixir™ 2-Person Backpacking Tent

I have that tent and use it for car camping. It is a very high quality tent, and comfortable for two people. Have been using it regularly for about 4 years now and it is holding up well. The tent weighs 5-6 lbs, which is fairly light and small as a car camping tent (doesn't take up much space in the car), but is quite heavy for a backpacking tent. It still could be used as a backpacking tent, but it is worth considering if you can find something a bit lighter. There are good options out there for sturdy freestanding tents in the 3 lb range. You'd likely be happier carrying one of those, rather than the Elixir.  Big Agnes makes some nice backpacking tents that are popular, but the lighter weight ones tend to be a bit more expensive than the Elixir. See if you can find one on sale? Cost vs weight is a factor to consider, depending on your budget and use case.

I have an elixir 2 and hubba nx 1 and rarely use them. Subpar tents where you’re paying for the brand name. I have a xmid 1 solid which I much prefer but it’s by no means a 4 season tent. Maybe look at the new Fjern Stormgrotta when it’s back in stock. It looks like it can take a beating and you can’t beat it for £160.

Hi, I’m new to Reddit (first post), so sorry if this doesn’t follow some rule I don’t know. TLDR: I need a new tent that fits the requirements at the bottom, any advice, I’m thinking of the Nallo 2 by Hilleberg. Life story: I am a semi-beginner to camping (sub 40 nights in a tent) and even newer to wild camping (though quite experienced at walking/navigation etc) I am looking to get properly into it. I managed 2 successful trips this summer (total of 3 nights). However, I attempted to go up more recently in stronger winds (partially as a test). My tent is an MSR elixir 2. Unfortunately it was no where near strong enough for the wind, and despite being pitched well, a pole bent and the whole tent collapsed in on itself. While it popped back up again after the gust, it was no longer standing properly and also was now weaker to future wind. I therefore decided to abort and walked the few kilometres back to my car. While I never felt that I was in danger (always had an easy escape option) I want to be able to camp in high winds. I therefore am looking for a decent tent (happy to spend a decent amount of money) that can survive whatever the UK can throw at it. I am presently thinking of a hilleberg Nallo 2, but am undecided. Requirements: - able to take anything the uk has to throw at it - reasonably light (ideally less than 3kg) - actually a 2 man (not like 1 and a tiny person) Thankyou in advance for any help :)

MSR, any of them, own the elixir 2 (from 2019 and passed on my 2016 to my mom, both going strong), both backcountry and front, recently picked up the habitude last spring (doesn’t look like they make it anymore), it has been great for front country camping. Looking to get free lite 3 next for backcountry and retire my elixir.

The MSR Elixer 3 would work and has a unique yet intuitive pole design that is incredibly strong in high wind. I have an Elixer 2 and it has held up without fail in many wind and rain storms.