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NEMO Dragonfly 2 Tent
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The NEMO Dragonfly 2 tent is an ultralight, freestanding tent that offers plenty of livability for 2 backpackers, thanks to its 2 large doors, trapezoidal vestibules and a 40 in. peak height.
Shop newer version- Large doors and trapezoidal vestibules with multiple roll-back points provide customizable storage and ease of entry
- Hubbed, pre-bent DAC Featherlite poles with high-arching main pole significantly increase volume at the head, peak and foot ends
- Color-coded anodized poles and matched webbing make for an intuitive setup
- Black no-see-um mesh sidewalls provide significant airflow for condensation and temperature control—and clear stargazing at night
- Integrated 20-denier nylon tub provides an ultralight, waterproof floor; add the Dragonfly 2 footprint (not included) for additional protection
- Premium 15-denier ripstop nylon fly is coated in a durable silicone repellent for reliable and durable weather protection
- Overhead Light Pockets™ use special light-diffusing fabric to cast an even glow with a headlamp (headlamp not included)
- Gear Pockets™ offer storage for personal items
- Divvy™ Sack dual-stage stuff sack allows you to split the load with a hiking partner
- Protected strut vents at the top of each zipper flap ensure greater ventilation, especially during a storm
- Single-seam tub construction and silicone-impregnated fabrics offer increased longevity
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View the NEMO Dragonfly Product LineView all NEMO Backpacking Tents| Best Use | Backpacking |
|---|---|
| Seasons | 3-season |
| Sleeping Capacity | 2-person |
| Minimum Trail Weight | 2 lbs. 9 oz. |
| Fly / Footprint Pitch Weight | 1 lb. 12 oz. |
| Packaged Weight | 3 lbs. 1 oz. |
| Packed Size | 19.5 x 4.5 inches |
| Floor Dimensions | 88 x 50/45 (L x W head/foot) inches |
| Floor Area | 29 square feet |
| Vestibule Area | 10 + 10 square feet |
| Peak Height | 40 inches |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors |
| Number of Poles | 1 |
| Pole Material | Aluminum DAC Featherlite |
| Pole Diameter | 8.7 millimeters |
| Canopy Fabric | 10-denier ripstop nylon/no-see-um mesh |
| Floor Fabric | 20-denier Sil/PeU ripstop nylon (1200 mm) |
| Rainfly Fabric | 15-denier Sil/PeU ripstop nylon (1200 mm) |
| Footprint Included | No |
| Ultralight | Yes |
| Design Type | Freestanding |
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Most Helpful Favorable Review
Favorite 3-season UL tent on the market
AK Recreate5 years ago
I used this tent in the Alaskan backcountry last summer and was impressed with each use:
Pros:
( + ) The 2P provides enough room for 2 medium-sized dogs, myself, and our essentials for the night. Whatever doesn't fit within can easily be stored safe from the elements beneath either large vestibule.
( + ) Setup is easy and quick once you do it a couple of times. Practice to be sure you've got it down before setting up in suboptimal conditions. I set this tent and the footprint up in frozen skree with gusty winds and a dim headlamp. The color-coding helped a ton.
( + ) Noticed no issues with condensation or leaks.
( + ) Integrated gear loft is very spacious. It is big enough to allow my sleeping bag to totally loft up without the dogs or myself stepping or laying on my bag. I also laid my damp clothing out up there overnight.
( + ) Remarkably lightweight and inexpensive.
( + ) Packs up just as easily as it sets up. Provided stuff sack is more than sufficient in size to pack the tent (tent poles lashed to pack).
( + ) Aesthetically very pleasing!
Cons:
( - ) The fly shape requires 8 stakes to be secure, which is a minor nuisance.
( - ) The floor is only 20D / 1200mm, so unless you are setting up every time on moss, get the footprint as well.
[For reference, I'm 6'1", 220lbs. I have 2 dogs that are each 65-lbs. Literally could have fit another 65-lb dog.
AK Recreate
Anchorage, AK
31 people found this review helpful
Most Helpful Critical Review
Quirky
Alex6 years ago
I’m still on my quest for the perfect, lightweight one-man tent and this one, unfortunately falls short.
Before this tent, I had the Hornet 2p (2018 model), which let me down when it started leaking profusely during a rain storm. I also found it was also very cramped.
Down to the nitty gritty, this guy has a few very annoying flaws; first off, the packaged weight is 3.3lbs, not 3.1. Secondly, you need 8 pegs due to the fact that it’s an octogone-shaped tent, and the pegs they give you are large and heavy, they are about 8” and all together weigh 5 oz. Thirdly the stuff sack they give you is small. It really makes putting this tent away a hassle, not to mention if you have a footprint, it takes some maneuvering to shove it in the bag.
The floor plan of this tent is slightly larger than the Hornet’s, so fitting two average-size people comfortably is tough. The wider shoulder area is definitely a nice change from the narrow Hornet’s. For two people, the Dagger 2P would be a better choice, unless you are of small build.
This tent could be better with a few tweaks. It’s definitely not for everyone but if you’re looking for a larger one person tent that is relatively lightweight and can put up with it’s quirks...
Alex
Las Vegas
37 people found this review helpful
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Milo
Portland
Almost perfect!
6 years ago
For two people it’s definitely a tight squeeze but it can work, as long as you’re ok being very close and cozy. As a one man tent this thing is amazing, plenty of head room and room to change. The stuffsack design is a bit weird because the cord is too low if you want to divide the polls from the actual tent amd compress the sac. The octogonal shape is genius and alows for lots of gear to be stored under the vestibules. The large mesh pocket up top is great. I used it for lightweight items such as down jacket, gloves, hat, etc. The BA SLX double floor pad fits well in this guy as well. My only wishes would be if it were under 3 lbs and a larger stuff sack, but for the price it’s outstanding.
Yes , I recommend this product
clarek
Great tent! Very spacious & holds up in rain/wind
4 years ago
Very spacious for a backpacking tent and very comfortable for 2 people if you leave your packs in the vestibules. It's pretty lightweight and packs up nicely. I spent several nights in rainy and high wind conditions in this tent. It's held up very well and I've stayed dry. Little features that I like include the light distribution pockets, the hanging storage, and the zipper design.
Yes , I recommend this product
Falcon07
Colorado Springs CO
Top shelf
6 years ago
Fast and easy set up. Top shelf materials and construction. Perfect for one but you can squeeze two if needed. I have a 6’ 6’’ W.M. Badger that has an inch of clearance at both head and foot. I have just enough Width left at the head for my pack and gear. Head and shoulder room is enormous for sitting up and changing. I’m 6’ 1’’ and very comfortable in this tent.
Yes , I recommend this product
Shanan
San Diego, CA
Buy it
4 years ago
I wanted a lightweight tent that was also spacious enough for 1-2 ppl. I did not like the idea of using my hiking poles and I wanted protection from the elements. That’s why I went with the Nemo Dragonfly. Great tent, love the open sky view and “no see um” bed as well as the storage loft and headlamp areas. The entire system is solid and super lightweight. Stayed warm in colder windy weather yet very breathable and ventilated with the rain fly. Solid zippers. If you’re sleeping two that are over 6’ tall or over 225# things might get a bit tight but two average sized ppl will do just fine. Side note: while at altitude, I happened to fall right on top of my friends Dragonfly and unfortunately cracked one of the poles. We were able to safely rig it to support the tent with some duct tape and finished our adventure. When contacting customer support/repairs, I also had a great experience. Since this was a pricy tent I was afraid of what the cost might be. I was pleasantly surprised to replace the pole was only $5! plus an $8 shipping fee for a special container not to get damaged—yay! The whole process took about 6-7 wks during Covid time. That was the only potential bad thing if you need repairs faster.
Age:35–44
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'7"
Yes , I recommend this product
Husted34
Crestwood, KY
New favorite backpacking tent.
4 years ago
Great new tent from Nemo. Used Nemo Dagger 2 for many years and loved it, but used it so much it was starting to wear. Decided to try the Dragonfly 2 due to the drop in weight. Tried it out on a trip down to New Mexico and I am very happy with my choice. It is very similar to the Dagger. The set up is almost identical. There is a little more space in the vestibules but just a little less in the tent. Still plenty of room for 2. Lots more pocket space on the inside and I love the built-in ceiling pocket. Seems to be a little easier to get in and out of with the slightly different rainfly design. The weight of my tent as I carried it was almost exactly 3lbs. Pretty good for a 2 person, free-standing, double wall tent, in a bag with stakes. No complaints so far.
Age:45–54
Weight:225–250 lbs.
Height:6'1"
Yes , I recommend this product
cstavro
Bend, OR
My dog and I are happy campers!
5 years ago
I needed a little more room than my old 1P tent with the addition of my new trail buddy – and the Dragonfly 2P fits the bill perfectly. Light to carry, easy to set up, and the right amount of room for us both to chill and sleep. I'm a fan of the two doors, star-gazing mesh, and the abundance of headroom. I ended up getting the Aurora Pawprint as an extra layer of protection on the tent floor from my pup's paws. Although I'd love a dragonfly specific pawprint, I don't mind making it work for the sake of protecting my gear. My first impressions are that the super lightweight materials would be fragile, but the more I use the tent, the more confident I am that this thing will last. I love calling this tent "home" when we're backpacking or road tripping and finding some makeshift car camping spots. And my dog seems to agree :)
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mims
Missouri
Very well made
4 years ago
I was looking for a solo tent. The Dragonfly 1 is only a few ounces lighter than the Dragonfly 2 which I purchased. My first outing was marvelous. It is easy to set up, everything needed is included (except on stake for the guy on the fly by the head- increased air circulation), fly is taut, good ventilation, keeps water out well, huge vestibules, useful storage loft and pockets- I didn't find anything that could have been done differently. A bonus is the multiple tie-down loops for wind protection. A second bonus is the bright reflective tape- no more walking into the guy lines at night. It would be tight as a two-person tent but not unlivable. It is paradise for solo!!
Age:65–74
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'10"
Yes , I recommend this product
Pampam
Quebec,canada
Perfect!
5 years ago
I bought this last year and I love it! Easy to set up, my 2 sleeping pads and double sleeping bags fit perfectly. It’s light and not big. Fits perfectly into my backpack when I go hiking
Yes , I recommend this product
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Hiker
New York
Perfect tent
5 years ago
This tent has it all! It's super lightweight, most importantly, but doesn't sacrifice the creature comforts which make camping in the wilderness enjoyable. It's very easy to set up and is stable with or without stakes. Went camping recently with a very tall friend (6'6) and we both fit in comfortably, albeit oriented head-to-toe (I'm 6'0) and our stuff resting outside the tent in the rainfly vestibules. Love the ability to split the weight between two people. Kept us sheltered from freezing rain and had a fair bit of condensation on the fly, but it dried very quickly in the sun. I have another heavier tent but this one is so good that I don't know that I'll ever use that one again.
Yes , I recommend this product
JediRider
Spokane, WA
Great Moto Camping Tent
3 years ago
Used this tent on cross-country motorcycle trip across USA on dirt roads. Weight, pack size, and vestibule area were my main deciding factors. It was super easy to set up, and loved the extra space in the vestibule for my boots. It was the perfect size for a solo rider. I could get all my riding gear in the tent with me, which took up one space. I loved the roof shelf -- threw a light up there and illuminated the whole tent. The corner pockets were handy too. Packing the poles separately really makes the packed up tent very small. This tent is very well ventilated, and I had no problems with condensation. For windy rain storms, head placement is important, because the rain fly is quite high on the head end. There is so much mesh that having head into wind will bring in a certain amount of spray. Side or foot facing the wind would be best, as the fly extends down to the ground. Careful of the floor! A footprint is mandatory. On my first night, camped on grass, which amazingly made a few small holes. Used footprint every time afterwards, and no further holes after 15 nights.
Age:55–64
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:6'0"
Yes , I recommend this product
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