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REI Members: REI Co-op Half Dome SL 2+ Tent with Footprint EXPIRED

$164.50
$329.00
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REI has for its Co-Op Members: REI Co-op Half Dome SL 2+ Tent with Footprint on sale for $164.49. Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member DealDiscovery for sharing this deal.

Note: You may purchase a Lifetime Membership for $30 (more information) and then qualify to purchase this item at the discounted price.

Available Colors:
  • Blue Heaven
  • Orange Ochre
Features:
  • Superlight (SL) construction engineered for an impressive trail weight (3 lbs. 15 oz.) that stands up to 3-season weather and doesn't skimp on the beloved Half Dome features
  • 2+ size floor plan boosts livable space for 2 people, plus gear—or a furry friend
  • Pre-bent pole architecture boosts livable space; vertical side walls provide generous head and shoulder room
  • Mesh panels in upper portion of tent improve ventilation and views; ripstop panels in lower portion provide privacy, reduce drafts and exposure to blowing dust and dirt
  • REI Exclusive tension-truss architecture creates stable vertical sidewalls for generous space and plenty of headroom
  • 2 large D-shape doors offer a spacious yet lightweight solution for ease of coming and going; doors can be rolled up and secured
  • 2 dual-stake vestibules offer easy access and additional covered storage
  • Hubbed, color-coded pole assembly simplifies setup
  • Pockets and hangloops help organize the interior
  • Fly design allows sides and ends to be rolled up to maximize views and airflow; everything also rolls down quickly if a storm blows in
  • Fly has 2 closable ceiling vents that provide airflow and help prevent condensation buildup
  • Includes footprint, guylines with tighteners, pole-repair tube, pole bag, 8 stakes and stake bag

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  • This product is rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 160 customer reviews.
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Available in blue, green, and orange colors.

This tent is frequently recommended as a great backpacking tent that balances affordability with good features. Sleeps two people with a little extra room for gear or a pet.

Specs
Seasons: 3-season
Sleeping Capacity: 2-person
Minimum Trail Weight: 3 lbs. 15 oz.
Packaged Weight: 4 lbs. 11.5 oz.
Packed Size: 7 x 20.5 inches
Floor Dimensions: 90 x 54 inches

Non-members: You can pick up an REI membership for a one-time fee of $30. https://www.rei.com/membership
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The good old days of any of those brands replacing parts "easily and cheaply" are quite gone. MSR and Big Agnes were the most recent disappointments that I experienced. MSR wanted quite a bit for a replacement fly for their own problem, I might as well have just bought a whole new tent. Alps Mountaineering was much more reasonable, but they didn't have a big parts bin, just something that kind of fits.

Had the same experience with Thule last year. They didn't have a simple easily lost piece, just want you to buy a new $200 bike rack.

REI isn't what it used to be, neither are any of the brands they sell. Just buy something on sale and assume it's going to need replaced because brand loyalty is for suckers post COVID.
It says the footprint is included.

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> bubble2 51 Posts
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03-18-2023 at 02:10 PM.
Seems like a good deal—in for one. I had a Half Dome years ago that was pretty bomber for a three seaso tent until I lost it in a move. My wife is set on getting a three person ultralight tent but this will make a good beater tent for shorter trips that are harder on gear.
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03-18-2023 at 05:37 PM.
Great reviews on this tent. It's suppose to be up there with the big agnes tents for 4-5 hundred. Also Rei has a great warranty on Rei brand stuff. I grabbed one for backpacking and hunting.
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03-18-2023 at 06:22 PM.
FYI, the footprint is also available for twenty bucks for members. Yes, you can use a cheap tarp instead but the dedicated footprint is a nice thing to have, especially when it's not stupid expensive like they can be.
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03-18-2023 at 07:09 PM.
Been waiting for this to go on sale for a while now. Thanks!
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Quote from Dogenx :
FYI, the footprint is also available for twenty bucks for members. Yes, you can use a cheap tarp instead but the dedicated footprint is a nice thing to have, especially when it's not stupid expensive like they can be.

It says the footprint is included.
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> bubble2 2,291 Posts
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03-18-2023 at 08:52 PM.
These half dome tents are legit. I have a 3 SL and love it
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03-18-2023 at 10:07 PM.
Quote from zcarfaz :
It says the footprint is included.
Shows you how observant I am. Often you have to buy the footprint separately. Oh well.
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03-18-2023 at 11:56 PM.
Can 2 camping cots fit in there?
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03-19-2023 at 01:20 AM.
I looked at this last night but eventually bought the passage 2 Which was under $100 after the member coupon. https://www.rei.com/rei-garage/pr...-footprint Now I am having second thoughts. Any thoughts on the comparison of the two? Passage 2 is about a pound heavier.
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I'm new to camping. Are these waterproof for rain?