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NEMOÂ Dragonfly Bikepack OSMO 2P Tent
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- High-performance, proprietary OSMO™ polyester nylon ripstop fabric has 4x better water repellency and 3x less stretch when wet than previous Hornet tents
- OSMO fabric is made from 100% recycled yarns that are PFAS-free and meet flame retardancy standards without the use of added chemicals
- Designed with shortened pole segments, the tent stows easily in a stuff sack that's been optimized for bike travel with tie-down straps to eliminate wobble
- Highly versatile and rugged roll-top dry bag can be mounted in many locations on your bike
- Subdued colors and nonreflective materials allow stealth camping
- Tent features a tapered floor plan to save weight without sacrificing livable space, and a tub floor design to increase privacy and weather protection
- Each asymmetrical vestibule keeps gear tucked out of the way, and the removable Landing Zone™ waterproof storage tub offers a protected, mud-free dumping ground
- Gatekeeper™ clips let you tie back the tent doors with one hand
- Internal daisy chain, gear loft and gear pockets offer plenty of storage and organization
- Ultralight aluminum DAC Featherlite® NFL poles with shortened segments reduce overall packed size for attaching to bike
- Color-coded anodized poles, matched webbing and Jake's Foot pole clips create an intuitive setup
- White no-see-um mesh panels add privacy while a black mesh top offers clear stargazing at night
- Single-seam tub construction and silicone-impregnated fabric ensure longevity
- Overhead Nightlight Pocket™ turns your headlamp into a tent lantern while removing blue light and casting an even glow
- 3-season use
- Minimum trail weight: 3 lbs.
- bluesign®-approved fly and floor material meets strict ecological and chemical requirements and has been produced with a minimum impact on people and the planet
- Protected by the NEMO Lifetime Warranty
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View the NEMO Dragonfly Product LineView all NEMO Backpacking Tents| Best Use | Bikepacking |
|---|---|
| Sleeping Capacity | 2-person |
| Weight | 3 pounds |
| Packaged Weight | 4 lbs. 1 oz. |
| Packed Size | 6.5 x 14.5 inches |
| Floor Dimensions | 88 x 50/45 (L x W head/foot) inches |
| Floor Area | 29 square feet |
| Vestibule Area | 10 square feet |
| Peak Height | 41 inches |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors |
| Number of Poles | 1 |
| Pole Material | Aluminum |
| Pole Diameter | 8.5 millimeters |
| Canopy Fabric | Nylon |
| Floor Fabric | Ripstop |
| Rainfly Fabric | Ripstop |
| Footprint Included | No |
| Design Type | Freestanding |
| Sustainability | Contains recycled materials Contains materials that meet the bluesign® criteria |
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Most Helpful Favorable Review
Prefer Nemo to BA Copper Spur bikepacking tent
Uphill Harry2 years ago
FYI, I did not receive this tent for free, I bought it from REI.
For several years I have used a Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 Bikepack tent for bikepacking (the previous version, not the current one). I really like that tent, but I like this Nemo Dragonfly 2P Bikepack tent even more. I use each as a solo tent, providing plenty of room to bring some clothes and gear in the tent if needed. I've taken the Nemo on 2 trips this summer and was in a huge thunderstorm with high winds and 2 inches of rain (that much water in a pot we left out). The rain fly worked flawlessly, though with standing water on the ground for a while, I did experience some dampness getting through the floor under part of my sleeping pad. I didn't notice it until I was taking down the tent. And I have had the same experience with the BA tent. The Nemo fly material does not seem to change when it gets wet, while the BA fly would seem to stretch when wet and droop a bit causing some water management issues. The Nemo vestibule seems bigger, with two stakes pulling out each side. The Landing Zone feature might seem gimmicky, but I really appreciate it. I have had gear under the BA tent get a bit wet due to the fly going slack and water on the ground. The landing zone is a sizable gear bathtub that kept everything dry. I agree with another review about the poor method for attaching the landing zone to the rain fly. The interior pockets in the Nemo are good, though I think the BA has superior interior pockets = bigger pocket by my head and bigger loft pockets. I really, really dig the color of the Nemo - a nice warm green compared to the gray with contrasting orange accents on the BA. The Nemo tent easily stuffs into the stuff sack - no need to fold or roll it. I find that the zippers on the Nemo are less likely to snag than on the BA tent. I have not experienced any condensation on the inside of the Nemo tent so far. I have been super happy with this tent for my needs. I still have the BA, but that will become the tent for friends to borrow. I'll reach for the Nemo.
Uphill Harry
St. Paul, Minnesota
19 people found this review helpful
Most Helpful Critical Review
Significant Quality Control Issues: hole in Screen
David Cycle Tourist1 year ago
The screen had a hole upon opening, pre-check prior to using it on my planned bike touring trip of 54 days. The hole measured approximately .5 inches in diameter, should not have passed inspection especially it was located 2" from zipper half-way up from the base. I will now explore more rigorously the competition's offerings in this area, color-coding is weak given what is at hand here with tent assembly in any given weather or time of day conditions, somewhat regressive design practices noted, unfortunately it should not be so awkward. Overall dissatisfaction with its execution and noted lack of quality control.
David Cycle Tourist
5 people found this review helpful
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Tamara
Received free product
Seattle, WA
Light, versatile, stable, roomy bike packing tent
2 years ago
This is a great bike packing tent! Weighing in at under 3lbs, I barely noticed I was carrying it. The first time I carried it, I stuffed it in my smaller panniers, then I realized the carrying case has straps that you can use to secure the tent to your handle bars, so I tried that too. Both were great options. The poles spring together and easily attach to the tent corners with little ball in socket mechanisms. There are standard plastic clamps to hold up the rest of the fabric. The rainfly had a decent size vestibule, which was great for some extra gear. The fabric seems pretty water resistant, however, I haven't used it in full on rain yet. I also liked how the tent felt stable once set up, not loud or moving much in some wind. One thing that I had a minor issue with was after unzipping the rain fly, I had to actively hold the fly back, otherwise when I was unzipping the tent door, I would accidentally zip the fly in. On the inside of the tent, I loved that it was tall enough for me to sit up in. The little cross bar that makes it wide on the top is a nice feature. I also felt like there was enough room to fit myself and another person comfortably. The inside has nice little pockets on the top and sides and I thought the gear loops on the outside of the tent but under the fly were a cool idea.
Age:25–34
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'11"
Yes , I recommend this product
Shonna
Received free product
Reston, VA
Fantastic Tent for Bikepacking
2 years ago
I have taken this tent on two bikepacking trips now and it has been fantastic both times. It is extremely durable, easy to set up and has plenty of space for me, my husband and our four year old daughter. We found it extremely easy to set up and liked the extra features like the shortened pole segments, door tiebacks, strut vents at the top of the zipper flaps, and gear loft. The tent comfortably fit two sleeping pads inside it and provided ample space for two adults on one trip and it was pretty comfortable when we added our four year old on the second trip. It was easy to secure to our handlebars using the provided straps on the stuff sack. We experienced rain on one of our overnight trips and it held up well and did not leak at all. I really liked all the interior pockets in the tent to use for storage and the "landing zone" was particularly handy for storing our helmets and shoes while we slept. The yellow sleeves at the top of the tent were great for putting our headlamps in. It softened the harsh light and made it feel more like a lantern. I don't think this is the lightest tent on the market but the extra features specifically for bikepacking as well as the additional space and storage features make it worth the extra weight. I would highly recommend this tent to anyone that is looking for a bikepacking specific tent or just a lightweight tent to have for short backpacking trips or car camping.
Age:35–44
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'9"
Yes , I recommend this product
Tater
Received free product
Chicago Illinois
Perfect bikepacking tent!
2 years ago
I have spent years trying to find the perfect bikepacking tent and this one fits the bill. The poles break down small enough to fit in the handlebars of my drop bar gravel bike. The carrying case doubles as a handlebar bag that held sturdy for me even on single track. This negates the needs to buy another expensive bad for the bike. A lot of tent companies cheap out one tent stakes, but the ones include in this tent are extremely nice so there is no need to buy nicer stakes! Another nice feature is the loading zone that helps keep the gear you store in the vestibule dry, it is an absolute game changer. I haven’t stayed in the tent in the rain yet but the bathtub looks well designed to keep water out. There is also a ton of storage and headroom inside the tent. The connectors for the poles and rainfly are much higher quality than other tents I have had. I am amazed at how much they packed into this tent while keeping it lightweight! The tent was relatively easy to set up, but I wouldn’t want my first time setting it up to be in the dark after a long day. As with all other tents, you can technically fit as many people as it is rated for but it will be a bit cozy.
Age:25–34
Weight:225–250 lbs.
Height:6'1"
Yes , I recommend this product
JustusT
Utah
Very impressed with this tent
1 year ago
This is by far the nicest tent I’ve owned. The size and weight are a game changer for me, especially for bike packing. The stuff sack can be mounted to your handlebars or seatpost and saddle rails which is super cool. Lots of little loops and mesh pockets for drying clothes, easy to stake out if you’re just using the tent body and not the rain fly, just need four stakes. It fit my two person pad perfectly and my 6 foot something friend loved the headspace and length. One thing that’s kind of weird is that the mesh shelves inside are incredible bug traps. Like if bugs fly in they almost immediately get stuck in those shelves and you have to like beat them out. Overall very impressed, roomy for one, comfortable for two just a bit cozy. The black mesh on the ceiling is great for seeing the stars at night
Age:25–34
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'10"
Yes , I recommend this product
nclaus
Western US
Very good tent with one big downside
2 months ago
This is a good tent...in fact a great tent in many ways. It's light, packs small, and is easy to set up. It's also easy to pack up back into the tiny storage bag. I use this tent solo with a very wide rectangular pad and it's spacious for me. If you were to put two people in here, you'd need tapered pads to match the tapered floor, and it would be snug. As for the features, the internal pockets are well-positioned and useful. The light pockets are a nice way to diffuse otherwise bright white light. I find the zippers to be nice, although there's a sweet spot to the taughtness of the tent as far as the zippers go. Too loose and they're floppy and too tight that they're way too stiff. There are gear loops on the tent to help dry sweaty gear, but once you put on the rainfly, they're not usable. The rainfly is nice too and even though each vestibule requires two stakes, it's easy to reach the zipper and there's good space. The "landing pad" is dumb and I stopped bringing it with me. I get the idea of it, but it's really not necessary. What are you honestly going to put in it that can't otherwise sit on the dirt? The stakes are strong, and the overall materials and craftsmanship is very good. This tent holds up well in high winds and rain, but this brings me to my primary gripe...dust, especially in the desert. If you catch a windy day anywhere there's sand, silt, or loose dirt, this tent will act like a sieve and collection point. I took a picture of the morning after the dusty windstorm, and it was taken just after I got up and shook out my quilt. I even had to cover my head that night to keep the dust from settling on my face. That unfortunately was not the only occurrence of dust and sand being a problem. Perhaps there's only a few tents out there that could really keep sand and dust out, but I've never had a tent that truly collected it. Overall, I like this tent, find a lot of good about it, and am looking forward to using it in the mountains and forests this summer, but next time I head to the desert I will probably look to bring a different tent.
Age:45–54
Weight:225–250 lbs.
Height:6'0"
Yes , I recommend this product
murrison
Received free product
Arlington, MA
Great 2-person tent for any camping adventure
2 years ago
I recently had the opportunity to test out the NEMO Dragonfly OSMO 2P Bikepack Tent. This is a versatile and well-designed shelter for outdoor adventures. While its primary purpose is bikepacking (the tent fits nicely on the handlebars for wobble-free transportation) I found that it's equally suitable for other types of adventures such as backpacking or regular camping. One of the standout features of this tent is its fabric. It feels really nice and durable, giving me confidence in its overall quality. However, I haven't had the chance to test it in heavy rain yet, so I can't speak to its waterproof capabilities. The solid pole structure of the tent is impressive, providing stability and support. However, I did notice a slight discrepancy in the color coding. The anodized greenish poles don't quite match the orange hooks on the tent that indicate their proper location. While this doesn't affect the tent's functionality, it can be a bit confusing during setup. One aspect of the NEMO Dragonfly OSMO 2P that impressed me is the landing zone for waterproof gear storage. It's a brilliant addition, allowing you to store your gear outside the tent while keeping it protected from the elements from above and below. However, the attachment point for the landing zone is really poorly designed. A little loop fashioned out of tent fabric needed to be cut with a razor blade to open it up enough to attach the hook properly. With all other attachment points around the tent thoughtfully designed it's really puzzling why Nemo settled on this inferior solution for the landing zone. The subdued colors of the tent are nice and help with the stealth camping possibilites. The tent's discreet colors help one to blend into one's surroundings and maintain a low profile. The NEMO Dragonfly OSMO 2P offers nicely sized gear lofts and night light pockets, which are great for organizing your essentials and keeping things within easy reach. However, I personally found the internal daisy chains to be less practical for my needs. While they can be useful for attaching small accessories, they didn't add significant value to my camping experience. Overall, the NEMO Dragonfly OSMO 2P Bikepack Tent is a really nice shelter that can be used for various outdoor adventures. Its versatility extends beyond bikepacking, making it suitable for backpacking or regular camping as well. With its quality fabric, solid pole structure, and thoughtful features like the landing zone and gear pockets, it offers a comfortable and convenient camping experience. Just keep in mind the minor issues with color coding and the attachment point.
Age:35–44
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:6'0"
Yes , I recommend this product
David Cycle Tourist
Significant Quality Control Issues: hole in Screen
1 year ago
The screen had a hole upon opening, pre-check prior to using it on my planned bike touring trip of 54 days. The hole measured approximately .5 inches in diameter, should not have passed inspection especially it was located 2" from zipper half-way up from the base. I will now explore more rigorously the competition's offerings in this area, color-coding is weak given what is at hand here with tent assembly in any given weather or time of day conditions, somewhat regressive design practices noted, unfortunately it should not be so awkward. Overall dissatisfaction with its execution and noted lack of quality control.
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:6'0"
No, I do not recommend this product
htxnomad
Houston, TX
I plan on keeping this tent the rest of my life
1 year ago
I’ll keep it simple and list everything I love specifically about this tent: • Stuff sack with tie down straps • Intuitive setup design with minimal effort, no manual needed • Tent poles color coded to pole clips • Pole clips snap securely making solo setup a breeze • Tent pole strong material • Tent poles extend mostly by themselves and separate easily when packing them away • Tent door clips can be done/undone one handed • Stakes are lightweight and solid • No reflectors = stealth campaign • Excellent waterproof rainfly, no leaks • Landing zone tub keeps gear off wet ground so it doesn’t take up space inside tent This tent is awesome! It’s my first Ultralight tent and did a ton of research before buying it but definitely worth the investment. It is light and packs down pretty small. I get compliments on it all the time, and a friend with the Copper Spur UL2 is currently debating upgrading to this. The one con is that I do have to be careful about where I setup camp, the material of the floor is so lightweight I am afraid of it ripping or getting punctured. For the price point, it would be great if the footprint was included as well.
Age:25–34
Weight:200–225 lbs.
Height:5'10"
Yes , I recommend this product
Chris
Cincinnati, OH
Very well designed
1 year ago
Really pleased with this so far. The materials all feel more durable than I expected after borrowing a Big Agnes Copper Spur a couple years ago. I haven't experienced rain and high winds in this yet, but I'm confident that it will hold up just fine. The daily chains come in hand for hanging gear, but I'm afraid they aren't very effective in drying out your socks overnight (just not enough air flow). Love the gear loft, and the headlamp pockets. I don't personally plan on using this for 2 people, but I found it to be absolutely perfect for just me.
Age:35–44
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:5'10"
Yes , I recommend this product
Uphill Harry
St. Paul, Minnesota
Prefer Nemo to BA Copper Spur bikepacking tent
2 years ago
FYI, I did not receive this tent for free, I bought it from REI. For several years I have used a Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 Bikepack tent for bikepacking (the previous version, not the current one). I really like that tent, but I like this Nemo Dragonfly 2P Bikepack tent even more. I use each as a solo tent, providing plenty of room to bring some clothes and gear in the tent if needed. I've taken the Nemo on 2 trips this summer and was in a huge thunderstorm with high winds and 2 inches of rain (that much water in a pot we left out). The rain fly worked flawlessly, though with standing water on the ground for a while, I did experience some dampness getting through the floor under part of my sleeping pad. I didn't notice it until I was taking down the tent. And I have had the same experience with the BA tent. The Nemo fly material does not seem to change when it gets wet, while the BA fly would seem to stretch when wet and droop a bit causing some water management issues. The Nemo vestibule seems bigger, with two stakes pulling out each side. The Landing Zone feature might seem gimmicky, but I really appreciate it. I have had gear under the BA tent get a bit wet due to the fly going slack and water on the ground. The landing zone is a sizable gear bathtub that kept everything dry. I agree with another review about the poor method for attaching the landing zone to the rain fly. The interior pockets in the Nemo are good, though I think the BA has superior interior pockets = bigger pocket by my head and bigger loft pockets. I really, really dig the color of the Nemo - a nice warm green compared to the gray with contrasting orange accents on the BA. The Nemo tent easily stuffs into the stuff sack - no need to fold or roll it. I find that the zippers on the Nemo are less likely to snag than on the BA tent. I have not experienced any condensation on the inside of the Nemo tent so far. I have been super happy with this tent for my needs. I still have the BA, but that will become the tent for friends to borrow. I'll reach for the Nemo.
Age:55–64
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:6'0"
Yes , I recommend this product
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