Hiking Boots/Shoes Recommendations?

Hiking boot recommendations?

Any recommendations for women's hiking shoes?

[Request] Hiking/outdoorsy style shoes that can handle lots of walking on concrete

Cold and wet weather hiking boots recommendations?

I am in need of a new pair of trail/hiking boots.

Hiking Boots for heavy use during the summer

Good pair of hiking shoes?

[Request] waterproof hiking shoes

[request] - Good quality walking shoes.

Hello Redditors. I'm in search of a classy yet extremely durable pair of hiking boots to take backpacking around the world for 12+ months with.

Hiking boots recommendations

Men's three season "urban hiker" (like Merrell MOAB but longer lasting)

BIFL Hiking boots for women

Hiking boots with good traction and can stand up to abuse.

Looking for a good pair of shoes for my weird feet

Request - Hiking Sandals

Request: Hiking Boots

Comfortable and cushiony shoes for walking on pavement 10KM/couple hours a day (UK)

Hiking sandals that last?

[Request] Powerful dishwasher with sanitize function?

I want the best god damned dishwasher money can buy.

Looking for the best, easiest to operate, cheapest dishwasher - Recommendation?

[Request] Best countertop dishwasher for reasonable price?

Can anyone recommend a good dishwasher?

Countertop/Portable Dishwasher

[Request] Dishwasher &lt;$1k Australian with QOL features and low water use

Dishwasher for Second Home

My friend bought a house with this KichenAid dishwasher from 1974. He says it works better than any of the other ones he has owned. He just has to convince his wife not to replace it.

What's a good Panel ready dishwasher under $1k?

Best socket set on the market $100-$150

[Request] Socket wrenches

I need a recommendation for a tool set that should last a lifetime. [Request]

Looking for a Mechanics tool set.

23 years later; GM Goodwrench socket set.

A Starter/Lifetime Tool set

Basic screwdriver set needed

Mechanic Tools that are BIFL

Trying to fill a tool roll for my truck and would like input on BFL tools like wrenches, pliers, socket sets, etc.

BIFL: Mastercraft ratchet set with lifetime warranty. Got it at 14, im 31. Went thru more abuse than you think!

Looking to upgrade my home hand tools

Was told to post this here. Husky 270pc toolset from Home Depot for $99, normally $199. Lifetime warranty too

[Request] Ratchet/Wrench/Etc tool set for home/bicycle/general use

Thoughts on a Honda Accord V6 2007?

2010 Honda Accord worth the buy?

Thoughts on a 2008 Honda accord v6 coupe EX-L?

2014 honda accord ??

After an initial round of research it seems like Honda Accord Hybrid is the right answer, but I want to pressure test that with you guys

2014 Accord V6 Touring (any thoughts?)

Which car ?

me again. 2010 2dr honda accord, 122k miles for $5,800. just want a reliable first car, thoughts?

Want to buy an Accord, any suggestions?

2020/2021 Honda Accord LX - Tell Me About Your Likes/Dislikes

Compact - Midsize suv

best small/midsize suv?

Looking for a used (06-14) reliable compact/mid-size SUV

compact/mid size suv

Midsize SUV

Recommendations for midsized SUVs to look at

Compact to Mid-Size SUV

Small to mid-size suv suggestions?

Midsize vehicle for three kids

Mid-Size SUV

Just tried a Lotus Elise Cup 250, driving impressions !

Dan Neil reviews Lotus Emira: As Good As It Gets

Considering a Lotus Elise - USA

How affordable are Lotus Elises from the 2005-2012 model year?

Lotus Exige Sport Final Edition review: farewell, Exige

I wanna know everything you know about a 2005 Lotus Elise

My Lotus Evora Review

Lotus retail sales up 24% in best performance for a decade

2022 Lotus Emira Looks to Be One of the Brand's Best

PURCHASING A LOTUS — Need Tips + Advice.

Looking for a good rpg/action adventure with a good story and good characters

Deep long rpgs?

Looking for a story-focused RPG

Looking for a complex RPG

Fantasy games with an detailed and immersive world?

[WSIB] I am in search for a open world RPG that will keep me busy for hundreds of hours.

Open world game with huge map, lots of things to do, and great graphics

WSIB Feeling a bit of an rpg lull and want something exciting like old school BioWare with a engaging story that doesn’t take 100 hours to play.

WSIB: long, immersive games with high quality storytelling and writing

looking for an open-world rpg

[WSIB] A turn based strategy game that isn’t 4X

Turn-based strategy game

Turn-based strategy games

[WSIB] Small-scale, medieval, strategy game, featuring pikemen and cavalry

(WSIB) Turn-based ”wargaming” game

[WSIB] Turn Based Strategy games

WSIB if I want a strategy game for dummies

WSIB Strategic Rpg

[WSIB] Good offline strategy/(ish) games?

What are some good "smaller scale to control, but still feel large scale battle" tactical / strategy games?

Bullet Hell-Type Games: Atomicrops vs. I, Dracula: Genesis vs. Others?

WSIB if i want a completely story driven indie game but have already played undertale and oneshot (preferably similar to those 2)

Post apocalyptic enthusiast, Underrail or Atom RPG?

[SIB] Undermine or Atomicrops

WSIB if I like "Run into things, need to grow in power/special items to move further so I come back after unlocking said element" type of games.

Blsoodborne or Resident evil 2 ?

What should I buy? Animal Crossing: New Horizons or Doom: Eternal

[WSIB] Fast-paced top-down roguelikes?

[SIB] I Hate Running Backwards or Planetary Dustoff? Or something else?

SIB Nuclear Throne?

What can you recommend for minimizing pores?

I know you can’t get rid of pores but I’m wondering is there anyway to make them smaller? I use La Roche Posay products. They keep my acne mostly at bay but I feel like my pores are just so large. Part of it is genetic, but just wondering if there’s anything else I can do at home to help. Thanks!

OPEN PORES- WHAT TO DO? IS THERE ANY PRODUCT I CAN USE?

What skincare products have you used that helped with large pores?

What is the best thing to use to tighten pores on your face?

Can anyone tell me why my pores are so huge and what I can do to minimize them?

How to reduce pores.

Hey guys, how do I make my pores not look like this? Info in comments (deleted and reposted for an error in the title)

Pores reduction tips?

Advice for shrinking pores on and around nose?

[sun care] sunscreen that doesn’t irritate rosacea and perioral dermatitis

[Sun Care] Looking for sunscreen that doesn't irritate Rosacea

Sunscreen recommendations for rosacea

Looking for a sunscreen for my acne prone skin.

[Sun Care] looking for a sunscreen that works well for people with Eczema.

Desperate for a good sunscreen

Looking for a Daily Suncreen

I’ve tried them all and I still can’t find my holy grail for my dry rosacea skin. Any other recommendations?

Sunscreen, eczema and makeup, Help [Sun care]

[Sun Care] Help with not being able to use Sunscreen

How can i stop a really greasy face?

How to best defeat oily skin?

Is there any long-lasting solution for oily face?

Oily Face -&gt; Wash Face -&gt; More Oily

Extremely oily skin

Y’all know some sort of cream or product I can buy to make my face less greasy looking?

super oily face help needed

Oily Skin— please help!

Really oily skin

How to have less oily skin?

Adrian Krebs

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Budget Pick

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2p for sure. The Paria tents are great, but if you can stretch your budget I would get the Durston X-Mid 2p. 2.3lbs vs 5+ lbs

I’m a first time camper/backpacker and am planning on getting the Paria Zion P1/P2 which has a negligible ($20) price difference. I have no one to camp with, but I’ve heard extra space is nice. Is the extra space worth it for the extra pound to carry around, or is the P1 big enough?

The P1 + Footprint weighs 4lbs (83-inch length x **37-inch width**)

The P2 + Footprint weighs 5lbs (85-inch length x **53-inch width**)

<div class="md">I’m a first time camper/backpacker and am planning on getting the Paria Zion P1/P2 which has a negligible ($20) price difference. I have no one to camp with, but I’ve heard extra space is nice. Is the extra space worth it for the extra pound to carry around, or is the P1 big enough?

The P1 + Footprint weighs 4lbs (83-inch length x 37-inch width)

The P2 + Footprint weighs 5lbs (85-inch length x 53-inch width)
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Need opinions: 1p vs 2p backpacking tent

* Change out the X-Mid 2p (=36.34 oz) for the [MLD DCF Monk Flat Tarp](https://mountainlaureldesigns.com/product/monk-flat-tarp/) ($160) (= 4 oz). Total weight loss: 32

This is my first shakedown request. I've learned a ton from this sub, but probably not enough. Fuck me up.

I'm heading to Mount Mitchell (highest elevation east of the Mississippi, a dizzying 6700 feet! /s) in North Carolina for a 3-4 day trip with a friend. We're looking at 50-60 miles, and a \~4500 ft climb on Day 1. I'm dealing with a not-so-fun foot injury (PT says tendinopathy or plantar fasciitis). Lightening up my pack could make a big difference.

**Goal BPW:** 10 lbs

**Budget:** $500, but only 9 days until we head out

**Location**: Mount Mitchell and surrounding peaks, North Carolina

**Temp range:** Between 50 and 80 degrees

**Specific trip description:** Head to trailhead Thursday night and start hiking Friday morning. Roughly 10 miles and a \~4500 ft climb our first day, camping at Deep Gap. 15-20 miles on Day 2, sleeping somewhere along Big Butt Trail depending on how we're feeling. Another 15-20 mi on Day 3, and if we haven't finished by the end of the day, a couple more miles to complete the loop on Day 4.

(Imperfect) [Gaia here.](https://www.gaiagps.com/map/?loc=11.1/-82.3341/35.7514&amp;pubLink=ttVCsD5brAOfyYrSkJZXN2VA&amp;trackId=f4c2cd8b-5586-4ad3-9f42-b17a57c19d50)

**Non-negotiable items:** I like my Trekology pillow mostly because the straps keep it in place on my pad. That's important to me — I don't want to be fiddling with my pillow all night since I toss and turn. But if you know of a lighter pillow with straps, I'm game. Sleep is important to me, which is why I have the wide tensor.

**Solo or with another person**: With one friend

**Additional information:** I'm torn between the X-Mid 2p and the REI Quarter Dome SL tarp for my shelter. I've never used a tarp before while backpacking, so I'm inexperienced with setting it up and if the weather turns, it might be nice having the extra protection of the X-Mid. I have no idea how an A-frame configuration (which is what I know how to pitch) would hold up in rainy weather. If I went with the tarp, I'd also need to pick up a bug net.

**Lighterpack:** [https://lighterpack.com/r/1vz9ia](https://lighterpack.com/r/1vz9ia)

The lighterpack doesn't include food and snacks, since I haven't planned that out yet. But food could add another 5+ pounds or so, bringing my max total pack weight between 25 and 30.

I'm also missing one or two things, like a pot lid and windscreen. Will make one out of aluminum in the next few days.

<div class="md">This is my first shakedown request. I&#39;ve learned a ton from this sub, but probably not enough. Fuck me up.

I&#39;m heading to Mount Mitchell (highest elevation east of the Mississippi, a dizzying 6700 feet! /s) in North Carolina for a 3-4 day trip with a friend. We&#39;re looking at 50-60 miles, and a ~4500 ft climb on Day 1. I&#39;m dealing with a not-so-fun foot injury (PT says tendinopathy or plantar fasciitis). Lightening up my pack could make a big difference.

Goal BPW: 10 lbs

Budget: $500, but only 9 days until we head out

Location: Mount Mitchell and surrounding peaks, North Carolina

Temp range: Between 50 and 75 degrees. <a href="https://www.mountain-forecast.com/peaks/Mount-Mitchell/forecasts/2037">Rainy this week, we&#39;ll see about next.</a>

Specific trip description: Head to trailhead Thursday night and start hiking Friday morning. Roughly 10 miles and a ~4500 ft climb our first day, camping at Deep Gap. 15-20 miles on Day 2, sleeping somewhere along Big Butt Trail depending on how we&#39;re feeling. Another 15-20 mi on Day 3, and if we haven&#39;t finished by the end of the day, a couple more miles to complete the loop on Day 4.

(Imperfect) <a href="https://www.gaiagps.com/map/?loc=11.1/-82.3341/35.7514&amp;pubLink=ttVCsD5brAOfyYrSkJZXN2VA&amp;trackId=f4c2cd8b-5586-4ad3-9f42-b17a57c19d50">Gaia here.</a>

Non-negotiable items: I like my Trekology pillow mostly because the straps keep it in place on my pad. That&#39;s important to me — I don&#39;t want to be fiddling with my pillow all night since I toss and turn. But if you know of a lighter pillow with straps, I&#39;m game. Sleep is important to me, which is why I have the wide tensor.

Solo or with another person: With one friend

Additional information: I&#39;m torn between the X-Mid 2p and the REI Quarter Dome SL tarp for my shelter. I&#39;ve never used a tarp before while backpacking, so I&#39;m inexperienced with setting it up and if the weather turns, it might be nice having the extra protection of the X-Mid. I have no idea how an A-frame configuration (which is what I know how to pitch) would hold up in rainy weather. If I went with the tarp, I&#39;d also need to pick up a bug net.

Lighterpack: <a href="https://lighterpack.com/r/1vz9ia">https://lighterpack.com/r/1vz9ia</a>

The lighterpack doesn&#39;t include food and snacks, since I haven&#39;t planned that out yet. But food could add another 5+ pounds or so, bringing my max total pack weight between 25 and 30.

I&#39;m also missing one or two things, like a pot lid and windscreen. Will make one out of aluminum in the next few days.
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First Shakedown Request: Mount Mitchell in North Carolina

 I am going to chalk that up to luck. However, it is more durable than the X-Drop. I think overall this is a good tent and will be doing some more field testing soon. Also, moving forward I am going to be more cautious

 You need a ground sheet. I know this because there is a hole in my brand new tent. On the way home I stopped by REI and got some tenuous tape and the issue is resolved for now. Also, I ordered a pre-cut piece of Tyvek that will be here sometime this week

Overall Pleased

Since I'm a tall dude I ended up with the Durston X-Mid 2p (long enough to fit me + enough room for the dog), a monster of a quilt (UGQ Bandit XL at max dimensions), and a full size sleeping pad. Hope y'all are doing well and staying safe!.

 It's silpoly, so no sag like silnylon. It's also significantly lighter than the Ultamid 4, and can also be used fly-only if desired.

Hi, all. Planning my first thru. Does anyone have advice/experience on campsite opportunities for the Colorado Trail--how big of a tent could one usually fit?

I'm hoping to make camp in low(er) use areas if I can just to be more dispersed and choosey. But I know the terrain is a factor, and combined with the realities of daily mileage, I understand I might have to stay at the more established sites. As a result, I expect sometimes I'll just be stuck with whatever flat ground has been previously dished out, and I expect it'll be for "smaller" tents. Hopefully this is a fair understanding.

Reason I ask is that I'm considering upsizing from a Stratospire Li to an Ultamid 4. The use case is two adults with wide shoulders and one of us is 6'2". We just fit inside the SS Li inner tent for our overnight trips, tall person's bag is usually touching some part of the mesh. It's fine, but I wonder if more room on a thru hike would be better.

We used to use an Ultamid 2 but did not like how the wall slope made it impossible to sit up without wiping shoulders against the tent. The two separate peaks of the SS Li are great for that--good on Henry at Tarptent. I know the silnylon SS is larger, but I just don't like sag and water absorption, otherwise I'd convert to that. So, sticking to DCF.

Yes, I know an Ultamid 4 with either half/full inner is more or less double the weight of the SS Li, and a good bit more pack volume too. But, this is all in the pursuit of just having a better time when we do sleep/change/pack up/hide out in a storm. A little less "UL" and a little more "HYOH" on this choice. I worked a lot to reduce base weights to ~12 and 14 lbs respectively, so otherwise in good shape.

Thanks for reading all that. Input welcome, even on alternative shelters!

<div class="md">Hi, all. Planning my first thru. Does anyone have advice/experience on campsite opportunities for the Colorado Trail--how big of a tent could one usually fit?

I&#39;m hoping to make camp in low(er) use areas if I can just to be more dispersed and choosey. But I know the terrain is a factor, and combined with the realities of daily mileage, I understand I might have to stay at the more established sites. As a result, I expect sometimes I&#39;ll just be stuck with whatever flat ground has been previously dished out, and I expect it&#39;ll be for &quot;smaller&quot; tents. Hopefully this is a fair understanding.

Reason I ask is that I&#39;m considering upsizing from a Stratospire Li to an Ultamid 4. The use case is two adults with wide shoulders and one of us is 6&#39;2&quot;. We just fit inside the SS Li inner tent for our overnight trips, tall person&#39;s bag is usually touching some part of the mesh. It&#39;s fine, but I wonder if more room on a thru hike would be better.

We used to use an Ultamid 2 but did not like how the wall slope made it impossible to sit up without wiping shoulders against the tent. The two separate peaks of the SS Li are great for that--good on Henry at Tarptent. I know the silnylon SS is larger, but I just don&#39;t like sag and water absorption, otherwise I&#39;d convert to that. So, sticking to DCF.

Yes, I know an Ultamid 4 with either half/full inner is more or less double the weight of the SS Li, and a good bit more pack volume too. But, this is all in the pursuit of just having a better time when we do sleep/change/pack up/hide out in a storm. A little less &quot;UL&quot; and a little more &quot;HYOH&quot; on this choice. I worked a lot to reduce base weights to ~12 and 14 lbs respectively, so otherwise in good shape.

Thanks for reading all that. Input welcome, even on alternative shelters!
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Tent/Campsite Sizes on Colorado Trail

 Nylon eventually absorbs water and sags- everyone that’s had experience with sil nylon knows what I’m talking about here. So with the xmid, you don’t get any wet sag or saturated fabric.  Well, I could go on and on about convenient pockets, high quality zippers, the titanium stakes that come with it but I’ll use the final bit of your patience to add one of the most important features of all the Durston Gear. That’s Dan Durstons accessibility to answer questions

 Second, the tent comes with 2 guy lines that attach to the two peaks ... I’ve pitched on top of exposed ridges and been blasted by monster storms

  The material is made from sil/poly, not sil/nylon. This is important because most tents are made with nylon. Nylon eventually absorbs water and sags- everyone that’s had experience with sil nylon knows what I’m talking about here. So with the xmid, you don’t get any wet sag or saturated fabric

PRICE IS NOT $650 it’s $300 beware gougers

 To that I would say that it's right on par with most other ultralight 2 person backpacking tents, and you don't need to find the perfect site for the entire tent: you just need to find a good spot that fits the interior. The height of either end can be adjusted by changing the trekking pole length, allowing you to pitch on uneven terrain. I've spent 3 nights in it so far, with my 85 lb dog, in below freezing temps, wind, and rain, and it has held up like a rock.  Overall, this is THE best backpacking tent I've ever owned

 I've spent 3 nights in it so far, with my 85 lb dog, in below freezing temps, wind, and rain, and it has held up like a rock.  Overall, this is THE best backpacking tent I've ever owned. Thanks again Dan for an absolutely amazing product.

Everything a tent should be

Our Trango tents are a standard for winter mountaineering. Built incredibly strong and engineered for the toughest high alpine conditions.

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The Mountain Hardwear Trango 2 is an expedition-ready 4 season tent built for long base camp adventures. This tried and true model has been used from Antarctica to Mt. Everest to the North Pole and back again. It has accompanied people on remote expeditions to the ends of the earth. While a little overkill for modest summertime mountaineering in places like the Tetons, Canadian Rockies, or the North Cascades, the Trango is well worth every bit of weight when the conditions turn gnarly. It's easily one of the strongest shelters and is easy to pitch in high winds. It's the roomiest two-person shelter &mdash; something that will be appreciated by people living in it for months at a time. Its spacious vestibule will store plenty of gear or provide a place to cook when you simply can't hang outside any longer. 
The Trango is 100% designed for expedition use, and these attributes make it great in the nuclear wind; however, it's a little too heavy for multi-day ski touring or summertime mountaineering. If you aren't planning to go on an expedition anytime soon, you should look elsewhere for something lighter, more packable, and a better option for modest alpine objectives. For those looking for a shelter to be used in locations plagued by high winds and heavy snowfall, this tank of a tent is excellent as your home away from home in the world's most extreme environments. 

Switchback Travel

Choosing our favorite 4-season tent was no easy task, but Mountain Hardwear deftly balances it all with their time-tested Trango 2. This tent knows bad weather as well as any other, with a burly, double-wall design and fly that connects not only to the poles but also to the body of the tent for added security in high winds. With two doors and two vestibules you get great livability, and the generous 40 square foot footprint is significantly roomier than any other 2-person model here. In their most recent update, Mountain Hardwear added D-shaped doors for easy entry and expanded the bathtub floor for an even better defense against the elements.

Ultimately, the decision between the Mountain Hardwear Trango 2 and a single-wall tent like the Black Diamond Eldorado below comes down to your winter camping style. Some feel that the extra pounds are worth the added features and space, while others want to get up and down the mountain with as little weight as possible in their pack. One upside of the Trango 2 is that it’s easy to divvy up with your climbing partner to split the weight (single-wall tents often are not). And if weight isn’t an issue—which might be the case if you have porters or are flying into an area—the Trango comes in 3- and 4-person models for even more basecamp luxury.See the Mountain Hardwear Trango 2

The Mountain Hardwear Trango 2 is one of the most expedition-worthy 4 season tents ever built. It's perfect for harsh weather or extended base camp adventures. It has been from Antarctica to Mt. Everest to the North Pole. It has accompanied people on some of the most remote expeditions to the ends of the earth. While it's overkill for more modest summertime mountaineering in the Tetons, Canadian Rockies, or the North Cascades, it's worth every bit of weight when the conditions turn gnarly. With its 4-pole design &#40;not including its 5th hooped vestibule pole&#41;, the Trango 2 is easily one of the strongest shelters on the market and is as easy as it gets to pitch in high winds. It's the roomiest two-person shelter in our review, long term tent dwellers witill appreciate it. Its spacious vestibule will store plenty of gear or provide a place to cook when you can't hang outside any longer. 
The Trango is 100% designed for expedition use, and these attributes make it great in the nuclear wind or dumping snow; however, it's a little on the heavy side for multi-day ski touring or summertime mountaineering. If you aren't planning to go on an expedition anytime soon, you should look elsewhere for something lighter and more packable for modest alpine objectives. However, for those looking to shelter from high winds and heavy snowfall, this tank of a tent is excellent as your home away from home in the world's most extreme environments. 
Read more: Mountain Hardwear Trango 2 review

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• My biggest complaint, which only applies to the Trango 2, is that the interior height/clearance is just WAY too low for anyone of large stature to use. I am 6’-2” and nearly 200 pounds. I CANNOT sit up ANYWHERE in the tent without my head poking through the ceiling. The peak interior height of the Trango 2 is listed and measured as 38”

• The dimensions of the Trango are fine, but the length is measured at the corners and the middle of the tent tends to come in a bit and be somewhat shorter, especially when not staked out. For example, the length of the Trangos is specified to be 92”. But I measure between 83” and 88” in the middle.

• Love the two door entries, which is common and standard amongst many expedition tents.

Best. Tent. Ever.

Life Behind Bars flies under the radar of many people - it’s really great and affordable

When it comes to bag recommendations, you always see the usual suspects, but what are your favorite lesser known options or up and coming companies?

<div class="md">When it comes to bag recommendations, you always see the usual suspects, but what are your favorite lesser known options or up and coming companies?
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What’s your favorite “off the radar” bag company?

Stay away from Mountain Hardwear. They used to be great kit but, after Columbia bought them out their quality has went down ever since. Now they are just department store garbage like Columbia. I wouldn't even consider them anymore personally

I’ve never owned a UL tent before.  I have lugged around a bombproof, leakproof, heavy as a brick Northface Talus 3 for years since I couldn’t afford to replace it.  I just purchased a Mountain Hardware Strato UL 2 tent on sale and took it on its maiden trip to the Sierras last week.  Somehow managed to time the trip right when a storm was moving in and it rained every afternoon/night for the whole trip.  The first night the tent was fine.  Second night, the corners of the cross pole began dripping water onto the interior mesh.  It ran down the sides and wasn’t too bad.  Third and fourth nights, the corners kept dripping and then the rain fly began dripping and our sleeping bags got wet.  After being in a 3 persons tent for so long, a 2 person one felt tight and we were right up against the walls of the tent which made it easier to get wet.  My question is: is this normal?  Should I reseal it even though it’s essentially brand new, or return it for something else?  I appreciate any thoughts you all might have.

<div class="md">I’ve never owned a UL tent before. I have lugged around a bombproof, leakproof, heavy as a brick Northface Talus 3 for years since I couldn’t afford to replace it. I just purchased a Mountain Hardware Strato UL 2 tent on sale and took it on its maiden trip to the Sierras last week. Somehow managed to time the trip right when a storm was moving in and it rained every afternoon/night for the whole trip. The first night the tent was fine. Second night, the corners of the cross pole began dripping water onto the interior mesh. It ran down the sides and wasn’t too bad. Third and fourth nights, the corners kept dripping and then the rain fly began dripping and our sleeping bags got wet. After being in a 3 persons tent for so long, a 2 person one felt tight and we were right up against the walls of the tent which made it easier to get wet. My question is: is this normal? Should I reseal it even though it’s essentially brand new, or return it for something else? I appreciate any thoughts you all might have.
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Leaky brand new tent

 Tent was from 2006, but had been used maybe 15 nights and always stored dry, indoors. They won't even sell me a new fly.

 I don't think I'm unreasonable in warranty expectations, so when I sent in my lightly-used MH Trango 2 fly for massive sealant delamination (check out the photos) I figured they'd hook me up. No--zero communication, just got it back with a note saying beyond product life. Tent was from 2006, but had been used maybe 15 nights and always stored dry, indoors. They won't even sell me a new fly

Mountain Hardwear warranty is a lie

It's got tons of pockets which is great for drying and organizing while it in for days on end. it's super roomy for a 2 person and fits the large double Exped Megapad which my other 2 person does not.

Sure it's heavy for a 2 person tent, but sometimes comfort and knowing that you have a comfortable and dry place to come back to just worth the effort

Bombproof and Great All Rounder

My only critical feedback is that the thing is really heavy and really bulky. Mostly due to the fabric and not the other components. Hauling it up the mountain is arduous at best and I normally have to split the thing into components and share the load amongst my crew. If you're looking for alpine fast and light, then you'd want to skip this tent and go with a bivy or something even more minimalist

Really bomber tent

 If you know that you are going to hit wind or cold, this tent is a sure bet; that's why they call it four season- if it won't be cold or wet overnight the body and poles aren't anything to worry about between two people and you can always do the fly/poles/footprint too. Thanks, and good to see MH is still making this design.

 . Have been using this tent for over 15 years and have no complaints. If you know that you are going to hit wind or cold, this tent is a sure bet; that's why they call it four season- if it won't be cold or wet overnight the body and poles aren't anything to worry about between two people and you can always do the fly/poles/footprint too. Thanks, and good to see MH is still making this design

Very happy with my purchase

On long backpacking, more than 5 days, again it´s heavy, so what I do it´s share the weight with a buddy.

Best buy ever!

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