Best economical two man tent?

[alecvg]

Hey guys, in the market for a new tent, but going off of a guides salary, I need something economical. Any suggestions? I will be using it for backpack hunting, and also want it to be a two man. Any help would be awesome!

 

[DWinVA]

Take a look at a Sierra Designs Lightning 2 UL.

God Bless.

 

[luke moffat]

What is the max you are willing to spend? Guide budget varies greatly.

 

[Beastmode]

Are you looking for a tent rated for 2 people or are you looking for a tent to actually be comfortable for 2 people?

 

[mk_v]

For a 3 season or 4 season tent as well? For budget 3 season tent I have liked my marmot tent

 

[tttoadman]

Marmot limelight 2.
I never share a shelter, so I have no first hand experience in this tent. My brother has it. He and my oldest kid fit in it "OK". Not really high tech, so about 4.5+/- on weight. This can be bought on sale for about $180 if you keep your eye out. The bottom seems pretty tough. My brother runs this without a footprint and has no problems.
http://www.omcgear.com/marmot-limelight-2p-tent.html
for a few bucks more. I would look at the tarptent double rainbow.

 

[OR Archer]

If you are looking for economical I'd suggest going with a good used tent. Determine exactly what you are willing to spend and the specs you are looking for and keep a diligent eye out in the classifieds here and on other sites like Gear Trade. Some good deals to be had on good second hand tents. Good luck.

 

[alecvg]

I was thinking price wise in the range of 200 - 400. I would be primarily using it just for myself, so I guess rated two person would be all I really need, but I wouldn't mind having on that was comfortable for two, as long as the weight difference wasn't too drastic.

 

[mk_v]

I was thinking price wise in the range of 200 - 400. I would be primarily using it just for myself, so I guess rated two person would be all I really need, but I wouldn't mind having on that was comfortable for two, as long as the weight difference wasn't too drastic.

In steep and cheap today have some marmot tents on sale 2 person 240-290 just and idea

 

[Jazzdog]

BA seedhouse SL2-cruise ebay enough and you'll find one in the $230 range.

 

[Jon Boy]

Terra Nova Zephorous 2. 3.5 lbs, 3 season, $150

 

[goldenarrow]

If floorless is an option look at the Mountainsmith Mountain Shelter LT. It can be had lightly used for under $100.

 

[rileybassman]

Kelty salida 2 can be had around 110 or less new. Not a terrible tent at all.

 

[luke moffat]

http://www.campsaver.com/hoolie-2-etc-tent-2-person-3-season

Thats what I would do for an inexpensive option. 5 pound 10 oz isn't super light, but being able to to just pitch the tent and fly at the same time like a hilleberg or drop the 2 pound inner tent to get a sub 4 pound floorless makes it very attractive at that price.

 

[Beastmode]

Big Agnes copper spur ul2 is an awesome tent in you price range.

 

[alecvg]

Thanks for the help guys! I will look thru all the options you guys suggested and find one!

 

[conhawa]

I have a Mountain Hardwear Drifter.....it's a nice tent

 

[pyroducksx3]

Freestanding copperspur ul2 or if actually for 2 people the copperspur ul3. For more lightweight The tarptent rainshadow 2. If you can get on a team for promotive.com you will save a bunch on the big agnes products.

 

[OR Archer]

This is a pretty good deal on a BA Seedhouse2. Ive used this tent before and its a decent little tent.
http://www.rei.com/product/871675/big-agnes-seedhouse-2-tent-special-buy

 

[bowhunter15]

I got a new MSR Hubba Hubba NX 2 person for $290 on eBay. They're around $400 in stores. Seems like a well built tent so far. 3lb 7oz normal or 2lb 2oz when pitched with just the fly and poles.