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The REI Half Dome 2 HC tent is a durable, low cost choice for camping season
By braddock | May 14, 2008
This popular tent from REI just kicks butt. It’s a reliable low cost alternative for camping and backpacking. I’ve had mine for 3 months and have taken it on 7 overnights.
Full tent deployment takes about 4 minutes. The shock-corded aluminum poles almost assemble themselves. There’s plenty of room for me and the dog once it’s up.
REI has also added some great additional storage space with corner mesh pockets and even a gear loft. There are two doors, both with an ample vestibule. I had no problem getting all my gear safely stowed out of the weather during a nice afternoon rain shower.
This workhorse has alot of the same features you’ll find in tents by MontBell, Marmot, and Big Agnes for half the price.
The color scheme is the only thing I have issue with. I know bright colors are used on tents for rescue and safety reasons, but it’s a little too yellow.
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