Originally Posted by
AdvXtrm
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
How do you figure it packs down to much smaller size? The Big Anges tent pack size is 6.5"x16" (104 Sq Inches) and the Kelty is 11"x14" (154 Sq Inches)
The Big Anges minimum weight is 2lbs 11oz (43oz) and the Kelty is 4lbs 4oz (68oz). That means the Kelty is nearly 60% heavier than the Big Anges.
That's a fairly big difference in favor of the Big Anges.
Someone correct me if my math is somehow wrong there. It's not my strong point.