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NEMOÂ Dagger OSMO 3P Tent
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The most livable backpacking tent in the NEMO line just got roomier. The updated 3-person NEMO Dagger OSMO tent now has an increased door height and peak height, and more usable vestibule space.
- Updated pole structure adds 4 in. to the door height and 2 in. to the peak height
- Volumizing Stash™ strut increases the vestibule space by 22% for a best-in-class storage experience
- Rounding out the improved experience is the NEMO custom Elements™ hardware suite, featuring the Axial™ corner anchor for one-handed setup and tensioning
- Solution-dyed OSMO™ fabrics on the fly and floor promise 4x longer-lasting water repellency, 3x less stretch when wet and a 20% higher strength rating than similar fabrics
- OSMO fabric is made from 100% recycled yarns that are PFAS-free and meet flame retardancy standards without the use of added chemicals
- OSMO material used on this tent is solution dyed to save both energy usage and water
- DIAPOLE™ premium anodized aluminum poles are pre-bent and designed for an intuitive, quick setup
- Nightlight Pockets™ turn your headlamp into a tent lantern, removing blue light and casting an even glow
- Improved Divvy Cube™ rectangular stuff sack is easier to pack up, allows you to split the weight with your partner, and stows more efficiently in your pack
- Landing Zone™ waterproof storage tub in the vestibule protects gear from the elements
- bluesign® product means this is designed to meet 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 Dagger Product LineView all NEMO Backpacking Tents| Best Use | Backpacking |
|---|---|
| Seasons | 3-season |
| Sleeping Capacity | 3-person |
| Minimum Trail Weight | 3 lbs. 13 oz. |
| Packaged Weight | 4 lbs. 7 oz. |
| Packed Size | 20 x 7 x 3.5 inches |
| Floor Dimensions | 88 x 70 inches |
| Floor Area | 42.8 square feet |
| Vestibule Area | 12.1 + 12.1 square feet |
| Peak Height | 44 inches |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors |
| Number of Poles | 1 |
| Pole Material | Aluminum |
| Pole Diameter | 9.5 + 9 millimeters |
| Canopy Fabric | Polyester |
| Floor Fabric | OSMO ripstop polyester/nylon blend |
| Rainfly Fabric | OSMO ripstop polyester/nylon blend |
| Footprint Included | No |
| Design Type | Freestanding |
| Sustainability | Product meets the bluesign® criteria Contains recycled materials |
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Tiffany
Received free product
San Diego, CA
Phenomenal tent with thoughtful details
3 months ago
My trusty old backpacking tent is approaching a decade in age, so when the opportunity to try the NEMO Dagger OSMO arose, I was happy to take it out and see what technology has changed! I opted for the three person model to accommodate my 5’5” self, 6’4” partner, and 50 pound dog on a mellow camping trip to the Eastern Sierras in California. First impression is this tent packs incredibly small, close in width but shorter than my old two person. Always excellent to have more space in my short person XS size backpack. It is also extremely light, again comparable to my old two person backpacking tent. When I pulled out the frame, I was impressed to see all the pieces connected and ready to snap together, including some poles bent to specific angles. No more worrying about your heavy handed camping buddy snapping poles in half while forcing a curve! Tent setup was a breeze and highly intuitive. I love the Y stakes that won’t bend like the old aluminum hooks did so easily. Though it wasn’t included, we did pick up the matching footprint which snapped easily into place with the ball frame ends at the corners. The rain fly likewise has great modern features, though here I do see a couple weak points. It is identical on both ends, so very easy to position. Really unique elastic loop tab connectors attach it to the top of the tent, then the corners clip in at the stakes. There are thoughtful little Velcro tabs at the openings to hold them open if you wish, and plenty of loops and line should you choose to stake it out further. We opted not to this time to avoid creating tripping hazards for the pup. What I didn’t love was the pressure the center frame piece puts on the fabric at the top, and the zippers catching fairly frequently if we weren’t careful on the angle we were approaching it. Inside, we found the space to be quite roomy, with sooo many pockets! Having less slope on the sides really helped the tall one sit up without slapping his face on the wall. We were able to stash our lights and glasses out of harm’s way without needing the clips I brought. I even wove a set of string lights through the loops. We brought a blanket to protect the floor from puppy nails which we may not have needed, but it saved her from tracking pine sap all over inside. We were more than cozy inside down to 40F. In the morning the whole setup dried incredibly quickly. We had virtually no cleanup on it since it seemed to have repelled any stray bugs and everything dropping from the trees. It packed up pretty easily back into the stuff sack, though I do have trouble getting it far down enough to roll closed before clipping it. Overall, we are very impressed at the thoughtful design and fantastic build. It has definitely elevated my expectations for backpacking gear. After our trip the tent is good as new, and you can be sure it will be coming on our next one!
Age:35–44
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:6'4"
Yes , I recommend this product
markfrancisonly
Atlanta, GA
Hot and hard to breath
3 months ago
Tested the NEMO Dagger OSMO 3P in my living room and backyard. Poor breathability made it unbearable, overshadowing other features. Pros: +Easy, quick setup with top-notch connectors. +Lightweight compared to competitors. +High-quality tent poles. Cons: -Overheats at 73°F in sunlight, intolerable. -Poor ventilation, stuffy with two people. -Too short for 6’1” / 73-inch user despite 88-inch length. Neutral: =Large vestibule requires a big campsite. =Multi-fabric design and color theme isn't my style. Overall this tent is hot, poorly ventilated tent, only suitable for cooler seasons when snow isn't expected. Overrated for the price.
Age:35–44
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:6'1"
No, I do not recommend this product
HikingAddict
The old version was better
7 days ago
We bought the new version after using the older version for approx 4 yesrs and we loved it but accidenrally put a hole in the tent (our fault). The first time we tried this tent was 2 weekwnds ago. We did a trial setup before our trip and one of the poles wouldn't stay connected to the footprint. We returned it for a replacement. The replacement seemed to be fine until day 2 of camping and the zipper on the rain fly got stuck and upon trying to unkink it, it completely unthreaded and wouldn't re-attach. We never ever had issues with our old tent in this regard. I think to also remove weight, NEMO removed 2 of the storage pockets in the corners inside the tent so only opposite corners have pockets now which is frustrating when you want to keep items off the floor to maximize on sleep space. Overall with the faulty pole-to-footprint conmection, poor zipper quality and reduced storage space in the tent, my husband and I do not recommend this tent. We are actually going to trial the Big Agnes UL 3P and see what happens! I will say 2 positives I liked about the tent was 1 side has a "landing zone" vestibule storage to keep items such as your pack off the ground. It also has better, easier to manage clips when propping open the doors- however, the rainfly clip should be moved because it hangs down into the tent and if its wet, drips right into the tent - see photo
Height:6'3"
No, I do not recommend this product
ElevenLines
Great! Little more narrow than expected.
4 months ago
I love how spacious the Dagger 3P Osmo feels without being too heavy, and the big dual doors and vestibules make it super convenient. The Osmo fabric holds up great in the rain without sagging, plus I appreciate how quick and easy it is to set up after a long hike. It's definitely become my go-to tent for comfortable backpacking trips where livability is key. Only real cons: Definitely more narrow than advertised. Figured the 72” width would accommodate a Roamer Double (52”) and a 20” pad. Not even close, maybe 65-66” wide functionally at best.
Yes , I recommend this product
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Ian
Great, problems with zipper and footprint
6 months ago
Great tent for the most part, love the layout, however on the first time I used it the zipper for the vestibule kept getting stuck and is now stuck permanently as when I tried to fix it the last time the stitching for the zipper holding it to the fly started to pull away. Also for the life of me was not able to get the footprint to align correctly.
No, I do not recommend this product
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Christian
Massachusetts
Nice Piece of Gear
2 weeks ago
Just received the tent and set it up on the backyard to.make sure there were no issues on the trail. Setup was pretty straightforward. Some clever bits of tech (connectors at corners of tent, headlamp diffuser, gear protector) and very high quality. Can't wait to put it to.use.
Height:5'10"
Age:45–54
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Yes , I recommend this product
Jomphe
Dagger OSMO 3P
5 months ago
The Dagger OSMO combines quality, light-weight materials, excellent livability, and plenty of toughness to keep you charging through your backpacking adventures for many years to come. Love it
Yes , I recommend this product
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Jay
First Performance Tent
4 months ago
I am looking forward to my first season with the Dagger OSMO 3P. My initial pitch in the backyard was a breeze! Looking forward to hitting the mountains with this tent!
Yes , I recommend this product
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StevoFS
Great tent!
5 months ago
Just received this tent. Excellent quality construction. Have used it only a couple nights but am really impressed. I also have the older version of the 2p.
Yes , I recommend this product
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Anonymous
2 months ago
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