Originally Posted by
robow
The Kelty above, less than 28 sq. ft and over 4.5 lbs, you can do better IMO. And again, I like Kelty tents.
Originally Posted by
indyfabz
At just over 4.75 lbs. packed weight, it's a brick for its size.
And looked at the packed size. 11"x14"? I am hoping that's a "misprint."
Well, the only other tent I really like is the Big Agnes Seedhouse SL2, so comparing these two, the Kelty is over 1 pound heavier, but has a more open and larger headroom area, more functionality, and packs down to a much shorter size, making it a lot easier to fit in panniers and whatever other bag you may want to. I see some trade-offs both ways, but considering them both, the functionality and short pack size of the Kelty has me swayed to it. I know the Seedhouse fly is constructed of a Silnylon material, and what it should offer superior rain protection, which is a serious consideration as well. I don't like just one door and one vestibule blocking it, And then there's the issue with the drip-line gong straight down into the inside of the tent itself. Do you think the additional 1 lb. 7 oz. weight increase of the TN2 compared to the Seedhouse will be that big of an issue? Ah, this is a tough decision! lol