Waterfall
08-31-2010, 13:22
I'm looking for a tent that I, my husband, and my almost-9-month-old daughter can use for backpacking, and that we can continue to use for a few years while she's still small. We're starting with very short backpacking trips (as in, hike in three miles, camp, hike out three miles) but will plan longer ones as she grows older.
Our main limitation is financial--we need something relatively inexpensive, no more than $150. Obviously, we'd also like something relatively lightweight, which means we're not looking for traditional "family camping" tents.
So far, the Big Agnes Fairview 3 (http://www.rei.com/product/801350) seems to be my best bet. It's originally $250 and is on sale for $125. on If you have experience with this tent and can recommend it (or discourage me from buying it!), please let me know. I'm leaning toward this tent because of the dome construction--I think the space would be better for changing diapers, rocking baby, being stuck inside in the rain, etc.
Also, if you can recommend other tents that can be found for $150 or less, I'm open to suggestions. Thanks!
Our main limitation is financial--we need something relatively inexpensive, no more than $150. Obviously, we'd also like something relatively lightweight, which means we're not looking for traditional "family camping" tents.
So far, the Big Agnes Fairview 3 (http://www.rei.com/product/801350) seems to be my best bet. It's originally $250 and is on sale for $125. on If you have experience with this tent and can recommend it (or discourage me from buying it!), please let me know. I'm leaning toward this tent because of the dome construction--I think the space would be better for changing diapers, rocking baby, being stuck inside in the rain, etc.
Also, if you can recommend other tents that can be found for $150 or less, I'm open to suggestions. Thanks!