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''The Aura is downright spacious and light, with two doors and two big vestibules, '' says Outside Buyer's Guide, Summer '08.
- Lightweight and well-ventilated, the Marmot Aura 2P tent offers two backpackers a tough yet habitable space in a small package.
- Mesh canopy walls circulate air and offer exceptional views during warm, clear nights
- Two doors allow easy entry and exit without disturbing your tent mate; two vestibules provide personal storage areas
- Vertical wall design prevents water from dripping into the tent when the rainfly is open
- DAC Featherlite® NSL poles are super lightweight yet strong and use an eco-friendly anodizing process
- Knee-pole design creates steep sidewalls to increase spaciousness; Aura offers incredible spaciousness up high
- Ultralight pole clips ensure fast and easy pitching
- Catenary cut floor provides a tight pitch with reduced weight; seam-taped bathtub floor maintains waterproofness
- Lightweight, durable ripstop nylon rainfly has silicone and polyurethane coatings for waterproof protection and UV resistance
- Welded rip-and-stick attachments securely fasten rainfly to canopy
- Stake Tape™ shaves weight by eliminating grommets yet are strong and allow versatile setup
- Inside pockets store and organize your equipment
- Bare Bones Setup: in warmer weather, leave your tent body behind and use just the rainfly, footprint (sold separately) and poles
- Stuff sacks, stakes, repair fabric, pole repair sleeve, guy cord with sliders and buckle included
- Average minimum weight specification is based on tent, rainfly and poles only
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Item 762564
Marmot Aura 2P Tent Specs
Specification | Description |
| Season | 3-season |
| Design type | Freestanding tent |
| Sleeping capacity | 2 |
| Fly / footprint pitch weight | Unavailable |
| Average minimum weight | 4 lbs. 6 oz. |
| Average packaged weight | 5 lbs. 1 oz. |
| Average weight - metric | 2.01 kilograms |
| Floor dimensions | 88 x 50 inches |
| Floor dimensions - metric | 223 x 127 centimeters |
| Floor area | 30.5 square feet |
| Vestibule area | 9 + 9 square feet |
| Peak height | 40 inches |
| Peak height - metric | 102 centimeters |
| Doors | 2 |
| Canopy fabric | No-see-um mesh |
| Floor fabric | Coated nylon taffeta |
| Rainfly fabric | Coated ripstop nylon |
| Number of poles | 4 |
| Pole material | Aluminum DAC NSL |
| Pole diameter | 9.5 millimeters |
| Packed size | 6 x 19 inches |
Marmot Aura 2P Tent Customer Reviews
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviewsPros
- Fly works well (10)
- Sturdy (9)
- Waterproof (9)
- Comfortable (8)
- Lightweight (7)
Cons
Best Uses
- Backpacking (11)
- Hiking (7)
- Beach (4)
- Car camping (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid adventurer (6), Casual adventurer (3)
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Minimalist (10)
Reviewed by 12 customers
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Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy to set up
- Fly Works Well
- Lightweight
- Sturdy
- Waterproof
Cons
Best Uses
- Backpacking
- Beach
- Car Camping
- Hiking
Comments about Marmot Aura 2P Tent:
Marmot has created an excellent product.This is a great investment for the advanced backpacker/hiker. The beginner or even intermediate rock climber who needs a place to sleep when your attempting multi-day rock climbs.The tent's fabric may seem flimsy but it withstood two weeks of the high velocity gusts of Alaskan mountain wind. One night alone the wind speeds were averaging around 45-50 mph, with gusts in mid-sixties. The tent remained sturdy and reliable. While staying relatively warm.Structurally the Aura 2P seems solid, with the DAC Featherlight NSL poles. Combined with the half-dome design, this tent makes for a roomy one person or a cozy two person bunker.Weighing it at just under five pounds with the foot print and about ten feet of Army issued 550 cord. Leaving the included guy-line cords at home. The tent compressed down to roughly the size of a foot ball without using a compression sack. Hauling this tent eighty klicks through the Arctic Valley in Alaska was a breeze.As far as the water-proofing. We had no troubles. While I did not encounter a hurricane. We did have some intermediate rain (more than mild, but less than severe). One morning there was a little bit of condensation but it was limited. By opening the vestibules the insides dried out quickly. [...]If any improvement could be made, it would be to create a double walled version, for use as a four-season tent.For the cost and usability this is the best quality per dollar tent you can find right now. I have converted from using the MSR Hubba Hubba to the Marmot. I would strongly recommend this tent for an array of your camping/outdoor activities.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Minimalist
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Set Up
- Fly Works Well
- Sturdy
- Waterproof
Cons
Best Uses
- Backpacking
Comments about Marmot Aura 2P Tent:
Great tent. One of the few I've found that is big enough to fit my 6'6" height but light enough for backpacking. Kept me dry through daily rainstorms and a hailstorm (dime size hailstones) during 12 days of backpacking at Philmont Scout Ranch. Well ventilated, not too hot during the day. Twin vestibules (one at each entrance) are great, no stepping over your tent mate. Easy to set up, just read the instructions on the inside of the carrying sack.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Minimalist
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Fly Works Well
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Backpacking
Comments about Marmot Aura 2P Tent:
Nice backpacking tent, but if weight is important to you consider this: The Aura 2P I received weighed substantially more than the manufacturers specifications. The tent, poles, and fly together weighed 4 lbs 8 oz. The total packaged weight was 5 lbs. 4 oz. That changes the cost/weight ratio quite a bit compared with other similar tents.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Minimalist
Pros
- Comfortable
- Fly Works Well
- Lightweight
- Sturdy
- Waterproof
Cons
- Difficult To Setup
Best Uses
- Backpacking
- Beach
- Car Camping
- Hiking
Comments about Marmot Aura 2P Tent:
For some perspective, my tent timeline went like this: Marmot Swallow (all time favorite except the weight), Big Agnes Emerald Mountain 2P, Big Agnes Copper Spur UL 3, Marmot Aura. I hated the emerald mountain since it was so cramped inside. While weight is incredibly important, I like to be able to sit upright without having my elbows and head hit anything. The copper spur with huge inside for the weight, but just too big of a footprint. This tent is *perfect*. It's light, very spacious for 2, and rock solid. I can easily sit up and play cards when the weather is bad without hitting the walls or ceiling. The vestibules are big enough to hold big packs, and both sides of the vestibule tie up for a panoramic view. Some people hate the orange colors, but to me it keeps the spirits up when your stuck inside because of bad weather. This tent also pitches very taught so flapping is minimal in high winds. Setting it up the first time is kind of confusing, but once you figure it out, it sets up pretty quick. I thought the pole design was just a gimmick for advertising, but it really does create a *ton* of room inside. I tried the MSR hubba hubba, but it just couldn't compare to the interior volume of this tent. I don't think I'll be getting a different tent anytime soon.
- Gift:
- No
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Minimalist
Pros
- Fly Works Well
- Lightweight
- Waterproof
Cons
- Collects Condensation
- Difficult To Setup
Best Uses
- Backpacking
- Beach
- Car Camping
- Hiking
Comments about Marmot Aura 2P Tent:
At first I found this tent complicated to set up. Even the REI employee had trouble figuring it out. The poles are all attached, which seems easier, but if you get them backwards or upside down the tent will sometimes still work. but looks a little wrong. Once I got the hang out setting it up, however, it was simple to set up alone and was the perfect fit for me and my large dog during a month of camping. The design is lightweight and the set up allows for ample headroom. Overall, it's a wonderful tent!
- Gift:
- Yes
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Minimalist
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Fly Works Well
- Lightweight
- Spacious
- Sturdy
- Waterproof
Cons
- Minimal Heat Retention
Best Uses
- Backpacking
- Hiking
Comments about Marmot Aura 2P Tent:
This is an excellent tent. The poles are all connected into one piece, so you don't have to worry about finding the right pole. That is, it's incredibly easy to set up, even if you reach camp after sunset.
The only downside, so far as I can tell, is the lack of heat retention. Even with the rainfly, it's barely a three season tent (and that, depending on where you're camping). Without the rainfly, you're sleeping under the stars and protected from mosquitos, but it'll be chilly!
- Gift:
- No
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Minimalist
Pros
- Comfortable
- Sturdy
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Backpacking
- Paddling
Comments about Marmot Aura 2P Tent:
As another reviewer found, the one I received is substantially heavier than advertised--I measured 4 lbs. 10 oz. for the poles, fly and tent, not stakes, bags, accessories, etc. My scale isn't super accurate, but that's clearly substantially more than the 4 lbs. 1 oz. REI claims. I called Marmot and they say the "maximum weight" they list as 4 lbs 7 oz is tent, fly and poles, without stakes, bags, etc. That's not REI's definition, so REI should be listing 4 lbs 7 oz under minimum and some larger number under maximum. (I'm not worried about the 3 oz discrepancy--that could be my error in measuring.)
It's still a good tent, and I'm having trouble deciding whether to keep it. It's particularly good for tall people: the 88 inches inside is a lot, and the first foot of the end wall is very vertical, unlike in REI tents, so the full length is usable. I'm 6'1" and I have lots of room to spare.
Some minor quibbles: The corners are color coded to make it easier to put the right tent poles in the right holes--two are marked with red tags. But all four tent poles are red at the end, so you can't just match colors and you have to remember or read the instructions. Interior pockets are a little funny--they are open on the side, so it seems things might fall out. (Maybe they work fine in practice.) And the two are at diagonally opposite corners, so if two people sleep head-to-head they don't each get their own pocket. No serious problems, but it would be nice if they got these things right!
- Gift:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Set Up
- Fly Works Well
- Lightweight
- Sturdy
- Waterproof
Cons
Best Uses
- Backpacking
- Car Camping
- Hiking
Comments about Marmot Aura 2P Tent:
WOW. everyone who camps needs this tent. i've had it for a year and it still works like its brand new. it hasnt stretched or torn yet and i've never used a foot-print. it's great for everywhere go and is great for one or two people.
the compact size and light weight is great and is easy to set up.
I would recmend it to anybody. new or experiensed in camping.
- Gift:
- No
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Minimalist
Pros
- Comfortable
- Fly Works Well
- Sturdy
- Waterproof
Cons
- Heavier than advertised
- Poor pocket design
Best Uses
- Backpacking
Comments about Marmot Aura 2P Tent:
The tent so far has been great for backpacking and canoeing in the spring and summer. The fly has kept out all the rain. Being all mesh there is no condensation. There are some annoying design flaws.
1. The pockets are at opposite corners of the tent and everything falls out of them.
2. Same complaint as the pockets the doors are not mirror images of the other so the other person in the tent has a door that opens the oposite way.
3. It is heavier than advertised.
4. The tent storage bag is way to large.
5. The corner poles are not color coded.
6. The fly door does not stay open vary well with the fly holder.
Overall good tent it easily fits my 6'4" frame. With a few minor modifications it would be a great 2 person backpacking tent.
- Gift:
- Yes
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Minimalist
Pros
- Comfortable
- Fly Works Well
- Lightweight
- Sturdy
- Waterproof
Cons
Best Uses
- Backpacking
- Hiking
Comments about Marmot Aura 2P Tent:
I did so much research before committing to this tent as I already love my Eureka K-2 XT but I really needed a tent that I alone could stuff into my rucksack and use with confidence in a variety of climates. This tent is so light and packs so small (like a rugby ball!!) that when I first added it to my pack, I was sure that I was forgetting the fly, or tent, or poles, or etc... Personally, it isn't an intuitive tent to pitch, but once you get the hang of it, it sets up in no time. The space inside is crazy! I like my space but I don't want to have to carry anything too heavy into the mountains - this tent rocks! I had space for me, my rucksack and my usual big mess of stuff everywhere. I never felt cramped up and the orange makes it feel bright and cheery inside! You may not think that this is a bonus until you are in a rain storm with dark clouds around...for days on end!! I agree with a previous commentator, I would LOVE to buy a 3-season version of this tent, with more material and less no-see-um. Buy this tent with absolute confidence...you won't be disapointed!
- Gift:
- Yes
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Minimalist
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