Kelty Grand Mesa 2 Tent 2-Person 3-Season

I have owned and used this tent as my backcountry tent since around 2007 and love it.Have taken it on many trips and it has comfortable made it through late spring snow storms in the Wind River range, heavy wind storms in the Sawtooths, and pouring rain storms in the Cascades all with no problems.I do recommend getting the optional footprint for this tent as it will also fit in the same carrying bag and prolong the life of this tent.As other reviewers have mentioned; if you are planning on having 2 people use this then you had better be well acquainted because it will be a snug fit.I am 6'2" and there is plenty of room for myself and all my gear inside and the small vestibule is nice for leaving wet and muddy shoes and jackets in and makes a nice wind break for cooking on my campstove when you roll one side up.For 1 person lightweight tent you can't find a better tent in this price range.Holds up well to wind and rain with good ventilation.Setup and take-down are a cinch with only two poles to worry about.Have used it for approximately 120-140 nights worth of camping and it is still holding up with no leaks or holes.

I just took this on a trip to Assateague Island, MD this weekend, and it was amazing! The last night and day of the trip, we got hit with heavy thunderstorms. We didn't have a tarp/footprint under the tent, and I was worried some moisture would come in from the bottom. My boyfriend and I stayed completely dry inside there! The fly and floor really is waterproof.

It's extremely easy to set-up and take down. Space was good for me and my boyfriend, though it is a little snug. If you have a gear loft/attic, which I plan to invest in, it would be perfect. 3 side pockets were helpful. Great air ventilation. I'll definitely be picking up the footprint for this; there's room in the carrying bag for one.

I took this tent on a recent backpacking trip through the Roan highlands and I could not have been happier with its performance. Held heat well tent was noticeably warmer in the am inside than outside and is extremely easy and quick to set up. We got caught in a wild thunderstorm and the tent held up to 40+ mph gusts of wind and torrential rain and didnt leak or accumulate any mostiure inside. Vestibule is tight but is large enough for two 6 day packs. Not the largest tent but fit two people no problem. Light and packs down small and the rain fly dries out quickly. I used a Gortext footprint so that may have helped with the water. Overall extremely happy with this tent and would recommend it to anyone.

in my opinion the best tent you can buy for this price, solid tent and light. very easy to put up as well.

I got this tent primarily for backpacking and kayak camping trips. It's very light weight and packs down small. It is a two person tent in the narrowest definition as it is just wide enough for two sleeping bags and not much else. I just got back from a hiking trip on the Superior Hiking Trail in Northern Minnesota and this tent help up to rain, wind and cold. The only caution is don't buy this unless you really want to be close to your tent partner or are using it yourself.

This is the best tent I could find for the money. Nothing else compares to this tent, to beat it you with have to spend twice or three times as much. Easy setup, color-coded clips on the fly make life easy. Packs smaller than the stuff sack provided, weights around 4Lbs.DAC Pressfit poles keep weight to a minimum and are good quality. Vestibule is on the small side when sleeping two up for two large backpacks but its not bad. Interior space is tight with two but more than doable. Again, for the price nothing compares. Quality and fit is fantastic, is water proof and wind proof.I like the internal storage pockets and ventilation is great. I have had this in all sorts of weather mainly in the Rocky Mountains area and it keeps on ticking. Great tent!

After reading reviews of this tent, I picked it up on sale for around $125. I've used this tent primarily for bicycle tour/camping and I've found that it doesn't pack down the smallest. A previous reviewer described the face of it as "dinner plate" sized which is about accurate. I'm not a stickler for weight, but I've heard of lighter tents out there. Others have complained of ventilation problems, but sleeping with your head by the door will solve them. That said, this tent has exceeded my expectations time and again. It sets up in a flash and if nice weather is to be expected, you can leave the fly off. I'm 6'6 and have plenty of room inside and there would be room for another, though it would be tight. The vestibule isn't huge (likely can't use it for cooking or other activities) but you can store smaller gear there for some extra leg room. My biggest concern is keeping dry and The Grand Mesa 2 has withstood rainstorm after rainstorm without leaking a drop. I keep a ground cloth inside for extra protection but I'm not sure I need to. The total rain fly is a nice feature too, one more measure against the elements. Overall, a great tent!

I've used this tent as my main backpacking tent for the past year now, and I love it. It's not the lightest or smallest on the market, but for the budget-conscious, it's stellar. It sets up in about a minute and has put up with heavy rain and wind like a champ. A bit of a note though: this gets a little cramped with two people (especially two guys). So, make sure you're comfortable with the person you're going to be butthugging for the night!

FYI: I'm not sure if BC.com is offering the footprint yet, but I purchased mine on Amazon.

This is lightweight and sets up very fast! Everything looks sturdy and well made. I have only had it out in a light drizzle, but so far its dry inside. Vestibule is tiny, but that's fine with me as I store my pack inside the tent. 2 people can fit, but without gear in the tent. I got it for just me anyways. Overall, I like this tent a lot so far!

I just got back from a two day climbing trip in West Virginia...camped in this tent through two nights of torrential rain and 45+ mph winds. It held up great both nights, didn't let a drop of rain in. It's also extremely easy to put up and take down, no more than 3-4 minutes for either.

Quick and easy to set up. Bought it for a single person use. It has plenty of room for a winter bag and sleeping pad and room to store your backpack and any other gear without being cramped. Room to sit up and get dressed or change clothes. Much more room than my previous backpacking tent with the addition of only a little more weight. Two-person would be cramped unless you were really cozy.

Pros:
I've used this tent on two weekend camping trips, and one 4 day backpacking trip, and it's fantastic. I am used to 5-6 person tents, but I still feel that this tent is incredibly easy to set up and take down.
-I've set it up in my living room, and it took 15 minutes from taking it out of the package to stuffing it back into the sack(which is effortless, no matter how you stuff it) Just two poles to hook on, then clip on the four corners of the fly.
-It's very light, and perfect for backpacking trips.
-It also breathes well, while still staying waterproof. It didn't rain hard on my backpacking trip, but after a fair drizzle through the night, there was no water in the tent.

Cons
-I wouldn't suggest this tent if you're over 6'2". That's my height, and my hair just barely touches the side of the tent, with my feet touching the door.
-In the same respect, I wouldn't try fitting two people in here for an extended period of time. It's possible, but a very tight squeeze.
-The stakes are light, but made of hollow aluminum, so they bend very easily. Go out and buy a few solid stakes before using this tent.

All-in-all it's a good quality tent, and I'd definitely recommend it if you're less than 6'2"

there really isn't. it's lightweight and the design is simple and effective. I used it for an entire year in the backcountry of Alaska - winter to winter, and never had a problem with the tent collapsing due to heavy snow or things getting wet inside the tent over the summer in SE Alaska (where it rains most of the summer). With proper staking and a footprint, this tent will suffice most needs.