Half Dome 2
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0-DeaconBlues8 and 9 year olds will shortly be adult size, so if you’re investing in a longer lasting tent, I’d go with a 6 person. And they’re going to want their own cots too. REI has quality tents, I’m on my 2nd Half Dome 2 now. The first one lasted 10 years and was used regularly. REI has the Campwell 6 (1 door) for $330 or the Wonderland 6 (2 doors) for $420
azd15My partner and I share an REI half dome 2. It’s always been plenty spacious even with us each on an inflatable sleeping pad. We’ve also shared it with two 50lb dogs and been good.
E2C47Bivvy's rule! I have a solid military surplus one that is holding up well. I have an REI Half Dome 2 that I got for $40 used and it's great.
irish1185The REI half dome 2 (and the smaller quarter dome) for years was basically the classic PNW tent. Great in the rain and wind, good ventilation, not too heavy (5lbs or so) and large vestibules for gear storage. You can pick up lightly used models for a good deal. Another option if you are not opposed to used if buying one of the REI rental tents. The pop up in the used gear sections from time to time. Allegedly they are built slightly stronger. I also really like Big Agnes tents. Very light and their customer service is great if you have any issues.
Many-Significance403Over the years I have had a few tents aimed at mainly me in them. Durston xmid 1. Works best for me currently, probably will not be bringing anything else if solo. I could see taking a different tent if freestanding is more important to you. Big agnes copper spur 2: my prior tent, still have it for when a friend is coming with me. I did like the extra space at the time...but I can't say i really miss it. Rei half dome 2: worked, but was a heavier older version from 25+ years ago. Been in a friend's newer one and it seems to have recieved some nice updates. I have also been around some big agnes fly creeks, worth a look if you see them. The 1P copper spur also was pretty compelling when I saw it in person. You also need to determine your answer to: do you want your pack in the tent? If so, a 2p tent is really the only way to do that.
Mediocre_Fall_3197I’ve had my half dome 2 for 7 years with no water issues.
MuttonboatGrab an REI half dome 2 and live ur life
nittanyvalleyI did a study on the tents available in school. The answer is “some” tents are 2-person tents, but very few. At the time, the REI Half Dome 2 was the best in terms of largest size, with reasonable weight and cost. The half dome 2 plus was even better. I think the half dome 2 has an accommodation % of 78% on length and 97.5% on width, assuming two sleeping pads side by side. I’m taller than 6 feet and two people my size fit into the REI Half Dome Plus with some gear just fine. The majority of the gear goes in the vestibules and stays reasonable dry above the ground.
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