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Big Agnes Seedhouse 3 Tent
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Big Agnes Seedhouse 3 Tent

Item # 737061

$269.95

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The Seedhouse 3 is a strong, comfortable backpacking tent for three that sets up quickly and won't break your back or the bank.

  • Hub/pole system is super lightweight, and tent body attaches quickly and easily to the pole frame with plastic clips
  • Fly is made from a durable, waterproof-coated polyester ripstop, ensuring minimal stretch and prolonged UV protection
  • Walls are constructed of woven nylon mesh, providing excellent ventilation and 360° views
  • Includes clear plastic window in vestibule door and mesh floor pocket for organizing the small stuff
  • Includes tent body, poles, fly, stakes and stuff sacks
  • For an ultralight setup, consider using the footprint (sold separately) with the fly only; fast fly weight: 4 lb. 8 oz.
  • Average minimum weight specification is based on tent, rainfly and poles only

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Big Agnes Seedhouse 3 Tent Specs

Specification

Description

Season3-season
Design typeFreestanding tent
Sleeping capacity3
Average minimum weight5 lbs. 6 oz.
Average packaged weight5 lbs. 13 oz.
Average weight - metric2.64 kilograms
Floor dimensions84 x 72 inches
Floor dimensions - metric213 x 183 centimeters
Floor area39 square feet
Vestibule area12 square feet
Peak height42 inches
Peak height - metric107 centimeters
Doors1
Canopy fabricNylon mesh
Floor fabricCoated nylon taffeta
Rainfly fabricCoated nylon ripstop
Number of poles3 (fit into one hub)
Pole materialAluminum Yunan 7001
Pole diameter8.9 millimeters
Packed size8 x 20 inches

Big Agnes Seedhouse 3 Tent Customer Reviews

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Big Agnes Seedhouse 3 Tent
 
4.6

(based on 5 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (5)
  • Easy to set up (5)
  • Fly works well (4)
  • Lightweight (4)
  • Sturdy (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Backpacking (5)
    • Car camping (4)
    • Beach (3)
    • Hiking (3)
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    Reviewed by 5 customers

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    Sep

    20

    2007

    (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Fantastic, Versatile Shelter

    By W the Explorer

    from Kansas

    About Me Avid Adventurer, Casual/ Recreational

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Easy to set up
    • Fly Works Well
    • Lightweight

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Backpacking
      • Car Camping
      • Hiking

      Comments about Big Agnes Seedhouse 3 Tent:

      The Big Agnes Seedhouse 3 tent may not be the lightest, most durable or watertight tent on the market - but it is a great compromise and great value. My wife and I used the tent on a 5-day summer excursion through Utah and Arizona. The tent is light enough and compressible to be managable for a single weekend pack (with ground cover included). There are lighter tents (see SL version - 1# lighter), but at twice the cost! The size was comfortable (even roomy) for 2 full-length sleeping pads and some gear. However, I think 3 average adults would be cramped (despite the "3" designation). It is more like a 2 person and a child or dog tent. We used the tent in very mild weather - low's in the 60's F. In fact we slept most nights with the rainfly off. The body of the tent is fully mesh, which was great for stargazing. We did use the rainfly one night during a light sprinkle. The tent stayed completely dry and had no condensation in the morning. Judging from the structure of the tent - I speculate it could withstand a decent wind (up to 50mph) and heavy rains. [...]. Once again, I am extremely happy with my purchase. It is a great tent for anyone looking to have a versatile, quality tent at an affordable price.

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

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      Sep

      13

      2007

      (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Very nice tent

      By Jonnie4000

      from Berea, OH

      About Me Avid Adventurer

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Easy to set up
      • Fly Works Well
      • Lightweight
      • Sturdy

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Backpacking
        • Beach
        • Car Camping
        • Hiking

        Comments about Big Agnes Seedhouse 3 Tent:

        This tent is a very good combination of interior space (length, width, and height), weight, and price. The negatives about this tent are minimal: 1.) the pole for the fly sides through a sleeve rather than clipping in, which could potentially lead to tearing (which hasn't happened in 2 plus years of heavy use), and 2.) the stakes are not my ideal stakes. It's wide enough for two adults and one child, three adults if they are good, close friends.

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

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        Jul

        18

        2008

        (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Great Tent Even Better Pruchase!

        By Steever

        from Livonia, Michigan

        About Me Avid Adventurer

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Easy to set up

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Backpacking

          Comments about Big Agnes Seedhouse 3 Tent:

          Great purchase from the web site. Worked extremely well on our trip to North Manitou Island this year. Light weight enough if you divide it between your party. Can't wait to try it next year on Isle Royale.

          • What Is Your Gear Style:
          • Comfort Driven

          (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

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          Sep

          12

          2007

          (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          I love this tent!

          By RockyMountainRyan

          from Englewood, CO

          About Me Avid Adventurer, Casual/ Recreational

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Easy to set up
          • Fly Works Well
          • Lightweight
          • Sturdy

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Backpacking
            • Beach
            • Car Camping
            • Hiking

            Comments about Big Agnes Seedhouse 3 Tent:

            I bought this tent for a trip to the Smoky Mountains because there were going to be three of us, and I didn't want to have to carry two two-person tents. The tent was on sale [...] and barely set me back anything. It's really light and since it is all mesh, the ventilation is incredible. I've only had condensation form on one occasion, and that was because the entire fly was sealed up, so that no air could circulate. The poles are all connected as one apparatus, and once they're assembled, you just clip the tent onto it. Setup is ridiculously fast and easy. To save weight they say you can also fasten the fly directly to the footprint, which is cool, but I've never done so. An added bonus is that the mesh doesn't hold odor like other tent materials do, so you don't get "tent stank". When my friends and I go backpacking or camping, they don't even bring their tents because they prefer using mine. I honestly have nothing bad to say about this tent.

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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            May

            20

            2009

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            Love it!

            By hikes with dogs

            from NC

            About Me Avid Adventurer

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Comfortable
            • Easy To Set Up
            • Fly Works Well
            • Lightweight
            • Sturdy
            • Waterproof

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Backpacking
              • Beach
              • Car Camping

              Comments about Big Agnes Seedhouse 3 Tent:

              I searched high and low for a 3 person dome-ish tent with ample floorspace, full mesh body and a weight around 5 lbs (or less).
              My only complaints are that it only has one door and you have to buy the gear loft separate.
              I prefer two doors because I camp with dogs. Two doors helps minimize the filth factor with the dogs and my sleeping area. The good part is that I can set the dogs up at the front of this tent and set up the head of two sleeping bags at the back and line up the packs on one side.
              The tent is longer than most. It also has ample headroom. I'm able to sit up pretty much anywhere in the tent. There's enough room to change my clothes without touching the walls of the tent.
              The tent sets up with pretty much just one pole which clips to the outside. Then you insert a very small pole to create tautness at the peak. there is one final pole for the vestibule.
              It's very easy to get everything and the footprint into the stuff sack. But it does not pack small. It's about the size of a bear canister. I suggest packing the components separately.
              It does hold up to wind and rain well. It's easy to set up even in a downpour.

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              • What Is Your Gear Style:
              • Minimalist

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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