Mountain Hardware's 'Most Universal' Tent That Holds Up in 'Rain, Sleet, and Snow' Is Nearly $400 Off
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REI has been getting ready for fall adventures with tons of deals on bestselling outdoor gear, like top-rated backpacks, all-weather sleeping bags, compact camping stoves, and more. But one of the best-kept secrets of the store's sale section is this lightweight three-season Mountain Hardware tent—and it's nearly $400 off the normal price.
Mountain Hardware’s Outpost 2 Tent is on sale at REI for $315, which is 55% off of the regular cost of $700. This tent has earned rave reviews from happy campers who have used it, saying it's a "great all-around" shelter in the spring, summer, and fall. Though all Mountain Hardware tents are currently on sale, this one offers the biggest discount.
Mountain Hardware’s Outpost 2 Tent in Alpine Red, $315 (was $700) at REI
This Mountain Hardware tent offers just over 30 square feet of floor space and weighs just over 5 pounds—it's the perfect pick for campers who want something compact and lightweight but strong enough to take on weather. If you aren’t stuck in sub-zero temps, the dual-canopy, rain fly, mesh doors, and mesh vents will help keep you comfortable from spring to fall. It comes with superbly-made DAC Featherlight poles and similarly high-quality DAC J-stakes. Nice touches like multiple guyout points and guylines, along with reflective accents make this tent a hardcore camper's dream.
Satisfied shoppers praised the versatility of the Outpost 2. "This is the best, most universal tent I have ever owned," a shopper said. "Perfect for many uses.” Another shopper echoed that sentiment, commenting, “This tent is pretty much our favorite.”
Other shoppers have hyped up its ability to actually weather extreme conditions. One would-be mountaineer said that he “spent over 21 continuous hours in the tent taking refuge from non-stop variations of rain, sleet, and snow accompanied by howling winds in the 30-plus mph range,” and that it held up great.
REI is one of the prime spots to look for deals on essential outdoor gear, and this 2-person tent is one of the best we’ve found this month for an expedition-quality shelter. Almost $400 off of the steep retail price of $700, this tent is almost guaranteed to sell out, so make sure to put this into your cart ASAP.