I've had a tadpole for 13 years and it still rocks. It's kind of small for two, but that's what I'm looking for. It's light and compact in packing so easy to carry, and set-up is simple....even in the rain. The NF materials are bomber too, even after all these years, it still doesn't leak. Sweet tent!

I have used this tent for two years now and it has never let me down. I have even used it in the ice and snow with the footprint. It is a great one man tent but is a bit small for two big men. Although I have used it with two men, you run out or room quick. But it is the perfect size when I take my wife or son along. Lite, but tough.

Have had this tent since 04. It is a great tent! I agree with tony about it being a tight two person tent. So you better like that person alot, cause your going to have a lot of face time in this tent. For the weight and size this is a great solo tent. Hike in the unitas and southern utah alot. and this tent has never done me wrong. ahve had to replace a couple poles. But that was cause of 70 Plus gust of wind on the white rim trail in canyonlands. Saw a tent fly away that night. Mine just bent to the ground. NFT was super cool on replacing the poles. Bottom line its a great tent

I have the 2006 version of the lil Tadpole and I love it! its lightweight, sleeps two, and only takes a few minutes to setup. I was down in the Utah Canyons (Paria) and even though it was 22 degrees plus gusting winds, it still only took a matter of a couple minutes to get setup. The vestibule is really handy too as to keep your smelly boots dry yet out of your tent!

There is a reason why this geometry has lasted for so long.... maybe not the most epic car camping tent you will ever use, but it really is hard to beat for a lightweight backpacking tent. The big vestibule seems to make up for the lack of space in the tent body, although the body is pretty ergonomic - the space is up by your head, and not where you don't need it down by your feet. I am 6-4 and it works well. Probably the strongest geometry you will run into for a 3 pole.

My parents gave me the Tadpole 23 as a graduation present about five years ago. I've used it for many backpacking trips over the years and it's still holding strong.

The three-pole frame is functional and allows for a quick, easy set-up. The rain fly offers adequate vestibule space. It fits two people comfortably and is a great size for a single person. Overall, it's pretty lightweight and small, making it fairly easy to find a flat spot for set-up.

The only downside I've found is the edges getting wet around the bottom when it rains. I don't think it's something you can really avoid, but I found that adding rope loops to the fly make staking it down a lot easier. Not only does it allow the fly to be pulled further from the sides of the tent, but it allows you to use rocks or logs to hold down the fly if necessary. This is a great help when you're on river rocks or solid ground when you might not be able to stake the fly down securely.

I bought this for a 6 week Geology field session, where it was exposed to just about EVERYTHING imaginable. From 2 inches of snow on it one morning, and crazy downpours of rain that lasted for days. Had NO problems with leaks, dampness, flooding, nothing. Its great for backpacking, fits great in your pack, small, light weight. Yes it is a little small, but its not too bad. I am 6'6", 180, with few problems. The vestibule is perfect for my 65 liter pack and muddy boots. Bottom line...EPIC.

About as lightweight a tent as I've ever had the pleasure of backpacking or car camping with. Not as roomy as I'd expected, but then again I'm a little bigger. Probably best for sharing with someone you're very friendly with. Really sturdy for being small, the fly is a little confusing. Overall, great bang for the buck.

My wife and I used this during our trek through France last summer. It is an excellent pack tent that compresses really well. The tent is small but that is the intent. A minimal tent that gets the job done. If you like spending time in your tent, consider something bigger. It you are traveling light and just need a nice dry place to sleep, this is it.

Side note: first time we tried out the tent, we got hit with a nasty full-on downpour. I setup the fly and waited to hear drips all night. The fly and footprint held strong and there wasn't a bit of wetness inside. Huge!

I have had my tadpole for about a year now. It is extremely light weight and great for backpacking. Very easy to set the tent up. The size isn't too bad- there was an incoming storm so my group fit 3 people in this tent. But its still small for 2 people. It was so-so when it was raining- maybe i didnt have the fly on correctly. I payed under $100 for everything for my tadpole(got tent fabric at REI sale, then bought poles and footprint direct from TNF). If i had to pay $200, i wouldnt buy it. Go with a comparable marmot or mountain hardware tent- TNF isnt the best quality anymore. Be sure to get the footprint.

I taught outdoor education for a few years and in my opinion this is a great little tent. I say little because I'm 6'2, 235lbs and I fit...but barely. It is a "2 man" tent, but they must be small men. It is easy to set up by yourself and the rainfly vestibule is plenty big enough to keep your gear dry. There are four pockets and a few gear loops as well inside. All in all, I would HIGHLY recommend this tent. Get the footprint for it too though.