Nemo Osmo Dragonfly 1p
- it’s like 2 lbs, packs up small, and has a big vestibule for your stuff if it’s raining. That is the key. I weathered a 5 day monsoon in the sierras in this tent and it held up.
I have the Nemo Osmo dragonfly 1p and it is amazing. Only 2 lbs and has weathered many storms. Mesh is great when you don’t want to use the fly. Best park is the extra large vestibule to keep your stuff in.
No it is great. The best part is that you can keep your bag under it during storms and keep it dry. Also it makes the tent feel much more spacious even though it is a very light one person.
Nemo makes great stuff; have two of their tents and love them both. I have the 1p Dragonfly and it has held up well in pretty high winds in the desert. The Tracker has the “snow skirt” feature on the rain fly but I don’t know that I’d expect the pole structure to hold up to too much of a snow load; same for the Hornet. Others may have more experience with those tents in snow.
If you haven’t checked out the Slingfin Portal, that might fit your bill. Haven’t used it myself but reviewers I trust give it high marks in inclement weather.
I got a Nemo dragonfly 1p on close out for $269 recently. Great option at that price. Easy to set up, roomy, and very lightweight. Not sure what your budget is.
REI Half Dome SL held up great in a storm for me. sets up quick, fits 2-3 people easy. Nemo Dragonfly if you're backpacking. Marmot Tungsten if car camping and want cheaper. get a 3-person for you + dog + friend. test it at home first.
Second on the Alps, and I also own a Nemo dragonfly osmo.
Some people will say they aren't necessary, but I disagree 100 percent, especially in your use case. Get. a. ground cloth/footprint. Even if it's a $4 dollar general blue tarp. If somebody in the troop has access to tyvek housewrap, even better. You can run that through a wash and dry cycle and make it a lot less crinkly if you want.
Unless you plan on camping on carpeting, there will inevitably be a stick, rock, piece of broken glass or debris that will scratch or puncture your floor.
As far as purchasing, also keep an eye on the REI Garage Sale. I've seen some really good deals on things that were returned after a couple uses or missing an item that could be easily replaced.
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