The new TNH 2-person tent is a solid winner. It is a free-standing 2-person tent that is big enough for 1 adult plus gear, or two smaller persons, or two adults with nothing but sleeping bags. As one other reviewer mentioned, the industry standard for tent sizes means that a 2 person tent is pretty small for two.
The materials on this tent are great, with a strong tub-style floor, nice mesh sides, top and door to keep the bugs out, and a good waterproof cover or fly. The solid material on the sides are high enough to keep rain from blowing up under the fly, and there is enough mesh for good ventilation. The tent breathes really well without the fly.
One thing that is important on any tent is to make sure that the fly (and the tent for that matter) is staked out tight. Keeping the fly tight keeps it away from the tent walls and lets air circulate though your tent. Why is this important? Because as you breath through the night, you exhale a lot of water vapor, and if you don’t have any air circulation through your tent you will get a lot of condensation on the walls of your tent. The other reason to stake the fly out tight is to keep rain out. Tight material lets water roll off, and if you have a bunch of wrinkles in the fly, water can collect and start to soak though. So remember, keep the fly taut.
This tent uses a 1-pole system where the pole is interconnected as one piece. You can literally unfold the pole in 30 seconds, and after connecting it to the corners of the tent, you can raise the tent in a minute or two by using the clips on the tent material. So easy!
The tent lines are reflective, the stakes are lightweight aluminum, the zippers are of decent quality, and the bag fits the tent plus accessories.
So how does it perform? Great! I spent a night in it recently, and loved it. It kept the cool spring wind out of the tent, with just enough ventilation coming through the sides. Of course, the fly was staked and pulled away from the sides. Setup was easy, and takedown as well, without having to roll it too tight to stuff it in the sack.
Weight is 4lbs, 6oz, or 1,987g with tent, fly, stakes, lines, pole and bag.
Who do I recommend this for? Anyone car camping, motorcycle camping, bicycle camping or backpacking solo for short trips where weight is not a consideration, or for dual backpackers that can split the weight. This is a three-season tent, which means it is not designed to handle the weight of snow. It is tight for two adults, but perfect for 1 adult plus gear, child or dog.
One of the best things? TNH has a lifetime guaranty and great customer service. They stand behind their products and that helps make this tent an awesome value. How good of a value is it? I have owned many tents over the years and currently own 6, from REI to Coleman, and none as inexpensive as this tent. This tent is easily the equal of all the other tents I own.
| Special Feature | Portable, Waterproof, Lightweight, Tent Stakes |
|---|---|
| Brand | RAKAIA DESIGNS |
| Occupant Capacity | 2 |
| Design | Camping Tent |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Backpacking, Camping & Hiking |
| Seasons | Summer, Spring |
| Sport | Backpacking, Camping & Hiking, Hiking |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Installation Type | Ground Mount, found in image |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash |
| Included Components | Carry Bag, Stakes, Pole |
| Pole Material Type | Aluminum |
| Size | 2 person |
| Closure Type | Zipper |
| Fabric Type | "Within minutes of setting it up (which was simple as pie) as huge storm blew in. High winds, tropical downpour! This bad boy kept ALL the water out! I was incredibly impressed!!" ~ Shayna |
| Floor Length | 53 Inches |
| Water Resistance Technology | water resistant |
| Maximum Height | 41.3 Inches |
| Number Of Poles | 1 |
| Assembly Required | Yes |
| Number of Rooms | 2 |
| Stake Material | Aluminum |
| Is Waterproof | True |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 21.3 x 7.36 x 6.5 inches |
| Package Weight | 1.93 Kilograms |
| Brand Name | RAKAIA DESIGNS |
| Manufacturer | Rakaia Designs |
| Part Number | 2003 |
