Hi everyone, I'm trying to find a tent that is very waterproof,2 person, has a full rain fly, a vestibule or two, $200 or under and is 95" or longer because I am 6'7" tall. I was looking at the AlPS Mountaineering Mystique 2.0 Tent and at first it seems long enough but then I start looking at it and I notice the one end has quite the angle to it so that will cut off probably 8inches of headroom. I'm tired of either sleeping sideways or having my head rub on the fabric! Thanks in advance!
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The REI Half Dome 2 Plus is on sale right now at @ $149.99. It's 96 inches long, 56 inches wide. It's an excellent tent - one of my favorites. The sale ends today, so I'd recommend grabbing it ASAP. I've never seen it priced so low. If you don't like it, REI has a very liberal return policy,
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I think the REI tent would still be to small. Look at the way the ends are. His feet and head would still be hitting both ends. But I don't have a better suggestion, except for sleeping diagonally in a tent.Nights camped in 2019: 24
Nights camped in 2018: 24
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Originally posted by Kevin.133 View PostHi everyone, I'm trying to find a tent that is very waterproof,2 person, has a full rain fly, a vestibule or two, $200 or under and is 95" or longer because I am 6'7" tall. I was looking at the AlPS Mountaineering Mystique 2.0 Tent and at first it seems long enough but then I start looking at it and I notice the one end has quite the angle to it so that will cut off probably 8inches of headroom. I'm tired of either sleeping sideways or having my head rub on the fabric! Thanks in advance!
I know they fall short of 95 inches in length...the 2P is 88 inches long, the 3P is 90 inches long....but I think you may fit fine in either because of those vertical end walls allow all 79 inches of you to stretch in that space. Even sleeping on a 4 inch pad..or 6-8 inches off the ground...you're still getting most of that full 88/90 inches in length and won't have fabric rubbing in your face. The door walls are also nearly vertical because of the overhead brow pole. Simple set-up, 2 doors/vestibules, and nicely ventilated. Bonus---a huge front door opening...which is a benefit for getting in/out easier (back door opening is more normal size).
The 2P is currently on sale under $200...the 3P is about $25-30 more. Try one out in a store or in your living room...a good retailer will let you return it at no cost/shipping. Some...like REI, give members a year to decide if you like it.
Random outdoor retailer weblink to a Marmot Limelight 2 on sale: http://www.backcountry.com/marmot-li...-3-season?rr=t
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Spring->Fall: Marmots: Limestone 6P and 4P, Stormlight 3P, Tungsten 3P; SlumberJack Trail Tent 6P, BA Yahmonite 5P
Fall->Spring: Cabelas Instinct Alaskan Guide 8P, Field & Stream Cloudpeak 4P, Eastern Mountain Products Torrent 3P
Every season: Kelty Noah's Tarps- 20, 16, 12; REI Camp Tarp 16; BA Three Forks Shelter
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Originally posted by 05Kingquad700 View PostI think the REI tent would still be to small. Look at the way the ends are. His feet and head would still be hitting both ends. But I don't have a better suggestion, except for sleeping diagonally in a tent.
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Originally posted by MacGyver View PostNot so sure about that. Kevin' 6'7" and the tent is 8 foot. I'm 6 foot even and there's more than enough room at my feet for a packed clothes duffel.Nights camped in 2019: 24
Nights camped in 2018: 24
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I'm still leaning towards the alps for the price and its fairly long although the ends are angled which means I will lose some floor room but I'm not sure how sturdy it will be with the two poles that aren't connected to one another
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Here's another option: Slumberjack Sightline 2P. 90 inches in length, 59 inches wide, and 43 inch peak height. Appears to have one fairly vertical wall and another that actually pulls outward as it goes vertical (this opening looks good to store a pack/other gear or use as a dog door). Aluminum pole set. Full fly. 1200mm waterproof ratings. Currently $150 at Campsaver and with today's 22% add'l off brings it down to $117: http://www.campsaver.com/outlet/sigh...erson-3-season
2020: 7 nights 2019: 5 nights 2018: 20 nights 2017: 19 nights 2016: 20 nights
Spring->Fall: Marmots: Limestone 6P and 4P, Stormlight 3P, Tungsten 3P; SlumberJack Trail Tent 6P, BA Yahmonite 5P
Fall->Spring: Cabelas Instinct Alaskan Guide 8P, Field & Stream Cloudpeak 4P, Eastern Mountain Products Torrent 3P
Every season: Kelty Noah's Tarps- 20, 16, 12; REI Camp Tarp 16; BA Three Forks Shelter
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