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REI Mountain 2 Tent

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The REI Mountain 2 tent delivers a strong, weatherproof shelter for use in high-mountain environments where strength and livability are top priority.

Efficient, livable design gives generous usable space, featuring a semi-rectangular floor plan
Hub-pole construction adds structural integrity and makes setup easy
You'll have quick, convenient and sheltered access through 2 doors and 1 large vestibule
Dual weatherproof AirLift vents increase tent's strength in high winds and prevent condensation by allowing airflow; can be controlled from inside tent
Insider Floor seams are engineered to create a clean, taut pitch; factory seam-taping ensures a waterproof seal
Leak-proof rainfly construction ensures that water won't sneak through susceptible areas such as guyout points and zippers
Innovative snowflaps keep wind and snow out of vestibule while providing an extended floor
Welded TPU zipper flaps ensure smooth zipper operation with no annoying fabric snags
Stay organized with multiple interior storage options thanks to four mesh side pockets and hang loops located throughout
Strong, reliable DAC aluminum poles; REI-exclusive Strong Arm clips at each pole intersection strengthen pole structure and allow swift setup
Watertight welded vestibule window brings light inside and lets you view conditions outside
Color-coded rainfly corners allow easy orientation of rainfly on tent for easy setup
Attention to detail shows in the reflective guyout points and zipper pulls
REI Mountain 2 tent comes with guylines and tighteners, stakes, pole and stake bags, and tapered, easy-to-use compression stuff sack
Save weight and create a minimalist shelter by using just the rainfly, footprint (sold separately) and poles
Average minimum weight specification is based on tent, rainfly and poles only

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REI Mountain 2 Tent Specs

Specification

Description

Best use

Mountaineering

4-season

2-person

8 pounds

3.63 kilograms

Unavailable

9 pounds

8 x 25 inches

87 x 57 inches

221 x 147 centimeters

31 square feet

10.4 square feet

44.5 inches

113 centimeters

2 doors

Aluminum DAC 7001

9 millimeters

Ripstop nylon

Coated nylon taffeta

Coated polyester taffeta

Freestanding tent

Seasons

Sleeping capacity

Minimum trail weight

Minimum trail weight - metric

Fly / footprint pitch weight

Packaged weight

Packed size

Floor dimensions

Floor dimensions - metric

Floor area

Vestibule area

Peak height

Peak height - metric

Number of doors

Number of poles

Pole material

Pole diameter

Canopy fabric

Floor fabric

Rainfly fabric

Design type

REI Mountain 2 Tent Customer Reviews

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REI Mountain 2 Tent

4.4

(based on 26 reviews)

88%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Comfortable (22)
Durable (21)
Fly works well (19)
Easy to set up (18)
Waterproof (14)

Cons

Heavy (12)
Condensation (4)
Poor fly design (3)

Best Uses

Backpacking (17)
Mountaineering (15)
Car camping (14)
Hiking (9)
Beach (5)

- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid adventurer (20), Casual/ recreational (5)
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Survivalist / minimalist (11), Comfort driven (9)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (3)

Reviewed by 26 customers

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Mar

2008

(9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Great 4 Season Tent

By Rob Rotten

from Petaluma, Ca

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Set Up
Fly Works Well
Sturdy
Waterproof

Cons

Heavy

Best Uses

Backpacking
Mountaineering

Comments about REI Mountain 2 Tent:

I am extremely happy with this tent. It has been on three 5+ day treks with me so far. It worked amazing in the snow, the mountains, the sand, the rain, the wind... I have put this tent through a lot and it has not let me down yet. The only negative thing that I can say about it is that it is a bit heavy, but not by much compared to other tents of this class. I would highly recommend the the tent foot print. This is an amazing tent for winter adventures...

Oct

2007

(8 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Excellent Tent

By DeadHead

from West Virginia

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable
Fly Works Well
LARGE Vestible
Sturdy

Cons

Heavy

Best Uses

Backpacking
Car Camping
Hiking

Comments about REI Mountain 2 Tent:

I just Put this tent through a Weekend Downpour, and the tent stayed bone dry inside. Set up the tent in the dark, under a tarp in driving rain, no problems.
The vestibule is THE reason to own this tent. It is large and dry. Stashed wet equipment in the vestibule with Coleman gas lantern at half throttle to dry things out (vent for fumes).
45 degrees with pouring rain (57 degrees inside) and the only wet spot was where the fly was touching the tent at the opposite door(tent wasnt taught enough, my bad). I use the footprint AND a ground tarp. My only suggestions for improvement would be hang loops inside of vestibule and a loop to pull fly away from rear door. Yes, the tent is considered heavy, but the extra 3-4 pounds (to me) are worth the comfort. Be advised this tent is NOT for hot WX. This tent is a solid value.

Nov

2008

(7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Fantastic Tent

By Andrew_P

from Northern Colorado

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Set Up
Fly Works Well
Sturdy
Waterproof

Cons

Best Uses

Backpacking
Car Camping
Mountaineering

Comments about REI Mountain 2 Tent:

I purchased this tent about a year ago and have used it in the mountains of Colorado with great success. This tent has accompanied me on many snowshoeing trips and backpacking trips where we woke up to a foot of new snow. It has always felt warm, sturdy, and has always kept the wind out of the tent. The vestibule, combined with a poncho or fire blanket on the bottom keeps all of my gear dry without taking up valuable space inside. It will sleep two average guys somewhat comfortably but I prefer sleeping in it alone. Tent is a tad heavy for use during the summer as a whole but can make a pretty good ultra light shelter using the rain fly for summer camping trips. Tent seems durable, however I would highly recommend the footprint as I do not believe the bottom the tent would hold up well, or at the very least keep water out if were to use it without the footprint more than a couple times. Overall this is an amazing tent, especially when you consider the price.

Nov

2007

(7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

sleep assured

By jackb

from burien, wa

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Set Up
Sturdy
Waterproof

Cons

Collects Condensation

Best Uses

Comments about REI Mountain 2 Tent:

Primarily used for M/C touring. Has endured extreme summer/fall weather. Fast set-up, handles high winds. Tends to collect condensation on the underside of the fly with select atmospheric conditions, but the inside of the tent never got damp. Easily holds all m/c gear for one person....best tent I've used....

Nov

2007

(6 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Awesome tent!

By Jaybyrdaz

from Eagar, AZ

About Me Avid Adventurer, Avid climber

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Set Up
Fly Works Well
Sturdy

Cons

Best Uses

Backpacking
Car Camping

Comments about REI Mountain 2 Tent:

This tent is everything I was hoping it would be!! I bought this tent for my dog and I. Yes it will be a little cramped for two, but what tent isn't? Very roomy for the length. Just perfect, in fact, for my frame (6'2" 200lbs). The fly is fine. It has great ventalation. My only quarrels are; it could use a couple more stakes for the extra guylines, and the hook for the hub needs to be made of a better material. It kept falling out of the hub, so I tryed to bend it. It broke, but that's something I can fix myself with no effort! Loving the attic and storage pockets! All in all, A terrific tent. Can't go wrong!!

Jul

2008

(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Great 4 Seson Tent

By AK Climber

from Sierra Nevada

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Fly Works Well
Sturdy
Waterproof

Cons

Heavy

Best Uses

Backpacking
Hiking
Mountaineering

Comments about REI Mountain 2 Tent:

Great bad weather tent. Designed for high wind and heavy snow-load conditions. Typical space for a 4-season 2-person tent. Ventilation is outstanding and vestibule space is unbeatable. Tent is rigid when set up and will withstand punishing winds. However, tent is heavy. If you want a bomber shelter with great features, choose this tent.

Apr

2008

(5 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Awesome Tent!!

By ECVMatt

from Hermosa Beach, CA

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable
Fly Works Well
Sturdy

Cons

Difficult To Setup

Best Uses

Beach
Car Camping
Hunting Base Camp

Comments about REI Mountain 2 Tent:

This tent works great! The first time out it survived 50 MPH winds with no problems at all. It is very sturdy, warm, and easy to set up. I recommend setting it up at home to ensure easy set up in the field. I purchased this tent as a hunting base camp tent for extended stays in the Sierras. It has proven to be much better than other tents I have used in the past that fold in heavy winds. I camp solo, so there is plenty of room for one person. Two folks could get by, but it might be a bit tight. The vestibule is great for keeping all your gear out of the rain/snow.

Not a backpacking tent, but great for everything else.

Oct

2007

(5 of 26 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Looks can be deceiving!!!

By CampMaster

from Seattle, Wa

About Me Backpacker enthusiast

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Pros

Lightweight

Cons

Poor Fly Design
Too Cramped
Very poor fly design

Best Uses

Backpacking

Comments about REI Mountain 2 Tent:

I rented the Mt.2 so I could try it out before I bought it. Setting up the shell was a breeze and is a very sturdy construction. It is definitely a one person tent with room for your equipment, or two people that are very crowded. When it comes to the rain fly it has some issues. Regardless how you tie it out the fly always touches the side of the tent, which in the right conditions could lead to condensation and wet equipment. I would think twice before buying this tent until they fix that design flaw.

Oct

2007

(5 of 13 customers found this review helpful)

3.0

Good Basecamp Tent

By Hugo the Hurricane

from Charlotte, NC

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable
Fly Works Well
Sturdy
TONS OF ROOM

Cons

Hard to Pack
Heavy

Best Uses

Car Camping

Comments about REI Mountain 2 Tent:

When I bought this tent, the salesperson at [...]said that it would be a great backpacking tent for the winter, so I figured the guy knew what he was talking about.This tent packs like it sleeps 8 people, it is huge for a winter tent. Another problem with it is, built into the fly is a pole, so you Cannot stuff this bag into a stuff sack.But if you are looking for a nice Basecamp tent, with lots of room, that is very sturdy, I would reccomend this. But if you are looking for a compact, 4 season tent, you should probably look elsewhere.

Nov

2008

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

AWESOME, economical 4 season tent.

By campchick

from San Diego, CA

About Me Casual Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Set Up
Sturdy
Waterproof

Cons

Fly entry could be larger

Best Uses

Backpacking
Car Camping

Comments about REI Mountain 2 Tent:

This tent was awesome for the $$, kept us dry during a downpour, and wasnt't going anywhere with the guy lines. DO REMEMBER to open the vents when possible to avoid condensation on the inner tent. It was small, but we opted for the 2 man vs. the 3 man to conserve on weight for future backpacking trips. We were warm, dry, and comfortable in 30 degree rainy weather.

The only thing that was cumbersome for me was the the fly entrance.

The ONLY reason why I didn't give this 5 stars is because of weight....but expect to spend 300+ more for a lighter 4 season tent. This was awesome for the money.