3 BEST backpacking tents under $400

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[DanBecker]

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[Galactico]

I'd love to see packed size included in stats on any gear in the future. As a bikepacker that's almost more important than weight to me.

[becomingoregonian]

I’m glad you brought up the height of nylon walls versus height of mesh walls. I have a two person tent with mesh that goes way down (Marmot Ajax). I spent a windy night on Angel Island in the SF Bay in it some years ago. Woke up with my tent full of sand! My next tent will have way less mesh

[briantalbert]

One that to note that I don't see covered often is how high up the fly sits on the Nemo. I have this tent and love it in fair weather. Very light and just the right size for 1 plus a dog. But, look closely at the fly configuration compared to the Tiger Wall. In addition to the high cutout on the back of the Hornet, the entire fly perimeter sits 6-8 inches off the ground. The tiger wall can nearly touch the ground. In a hard rain, you will get a ton of rain and mud bounce up under the fly of the Nemo. Those vestibules where you have your gear stashed now have even less usability. I really wish the fly was just a tad larger to provide full coverage when needed.

[carlosarroyo]

Our prayers are with you and all the people of Kenosha. Be positive! After this, all of you will be a lot stronger.

[tSp]

Interesting how different tent priorities are from the UK. All of these seem to pitch inner-first, which is nearly a deal-breaker over here because it means your tent will probably be wet by the time you get the fly sheet over it. Also, they don’t look like they’re designed for strong winds or cold - plenty of mesh would be good in the heat but you’d be freezing your knackers off over here!

Having said that, tents are designed for specific environments, as I learned when taking my arctic tent (Force 10 Vortex) to South America. It was great high in the Andes, despite being 5+ kg, but the same tent in the Amazon rainforest was basically an oven. Even pitched inner-only you had to pick between heat and flies. I picked heat

[Jaysus]

A table at the end with all of the key stat comparisons would have been a nice touch ;)

[tomb]

Marmot Limelight 3P was my hero on a very stormy trip. Everyone else got soaked. I was very impressed and happy with it.

[ThomasJordan-ITW]

Love my Nemo Hornet 2! Super light, very compressible, and comes with me on most of my backpacking trips! Thanks as always Dan

[blakew]

Should also mention, if you work healthcare or first response Marmot is offering a one time 40% off any full price item. As far as I know that applies to tents as well

[AtomicBleach]

My brother and sis pitched in and bought a TigerWall UL3 for 30% off from the REI sale as a wedding gift for our honeymoon in September. Can't wait to try it out. Should be delivered this Thursday.

[timstandfield]

Praying for you and your family. Stay safe. I appreciate all you do and the content you’re putting out.

[musingwithreba]

I'm so glad you were able to get your family away from the madness Dan. Sorry that it's happening at all though. Stay safe.

[mooseliver]

Dan, I think this is the BEST video about tents or gear that you've ever done! ( I'm keeping my Copper Spur) Loved how you compared the door types! You ROCKED this!

[vinnyvox]

Just broke in my gossamer the two and hands down lights most spacious tent I’ve ever had and I love it

[mikeghost]

I own the tungsten and the tiger wall, both are great tents. I bought the big agnes after watching your videos on it a million times lol!!!

[toddles_]

Have been using a Mont Moondance 2p for a few seasons now - essentially bombproof!! Properly built for Aussie conditions 👌🏼
Ecstatic with this tent and would love to see you give either the Mont Moondance OR One Planet Goondie tents some love!
Enjoying the channel Dan 👏🏼

[bcloetta]

Everyone should look at/consider the Dan Durston Ultamid series--found on Mass Drop. About $200, 31 oz, double wall sil-nylon or poly--can't remember which. What I am waiting for is a tarp that will set up easily for the ground AND the hammock.

[zacharymoran]

It’s weird, but between my old model Hornet 2P and my newer REI Quarter Dome SL 1P.... I prefer my Quarterdome. Similar tent design, but the QD has a much larger vestibule, I found ventilation to be superior, and it has a bit more shoulder room. It’s shockingly roomy on the inside (I’m 6’2” sleeping on a long Xlite). Same weight. And it’s cheaper. There is little I find I miss about the Hornet, except for maybe the Jake’s feet making setup really easy. Then again, the QD can be setup fly first with a footprint, and doesn’t drip water every time you open the fly door....

[thecrankyyankee]

We own the BA Blacktail 3P tent. We are not ultralight people (longest hike/camp are 8 day trails) so the just above 5 lbs weight is not concerning comparing the price point for lighter 3 season tents. In AU $$ the tent was $299 with the footprint being an additional $70. No complaints with the tent. My one complaint is with Australia - no one here has the zenbivy nor have heard of it.