REI Half Dome 2+

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I've seen some posts here mentioning the REI Half Dome 2 in the past but nothing too in depth. Looking to see how those that have had it and used it a fair amount feel about now. I picked it up on sale from REI recently for a September backpack hunt. Seems well built and roomy for the weight. For those that have it and use it, still think it holds up?
 
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I bought one in 2019, sold it a couple years ago. It was decent. Definitely snug for two guys. My buddy had a wide pad one trip and it did not fit well next to my regular width pad. Probably comfortable for up to a 6'-2" person. Solid amount of vestibule space. Held up to snow pretty well. Only sold it to go floorless and cut down on weight some.
 
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I've had one since 2016. I've used it at least a week every year. I can cram two long/wide pads in there and have a little room for stuff at the end, but mainly use it by myself and have plenty of room. I've had it in rain and snow without any leaks. I've re-waterproofed it once. I like the vestibules. I can put a tote under one and keep my boots and camp shoes in the other. Only complaint might be that it's a little heavier than some.
 
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