Co-op Half Dome 2 Tent
Built on 45+ years of member input, the Half Dome 2 Plus tent takes the clever design, easy setup and protective rainfly of the 2-person model and adds more living space for comfier backpacking trips.
Why r/BuyItForLife recommends it
3 mentions from real owners
- #1Oct 8, 2025
Is there such thing as a “good” tent?
I am also partial to Big Agnes, but my current car camp tent is a North Face, and it is built very well. Go to REI and have a look at their various offerings. Nemo, MSR, Big Agnes, the REI brands (half dome series of tents have a great reputation for value) Mountain Hardwear, Marmot, etc... all have great products.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #2Oct 8, 2025
Is there such thing as a “good” tent?
I have two MSR tents for over 20 years. Both have been outstanding. That said...it's been 20 years so I cannot vouch for current quality. Make sure you look at all the features you want. Do you want free standing? Does it have a vestibule? Is it long enough to fit your body? Are you camping in snow (get a four season tent, otherwise 3 season is the language you want to see). Single wall or double wall. Recommend double unless you need very light weight. If you want a capable tent without a huge outlay of cash...look at the REI ones. The halfdome specifically has been around for many years. They often go on sale. They also sell other top brands and often on sale or closeout so check that out. If you buy from REI pony up the extra 20 bucks for the membership. On a tent purchase it will likely pay for itself. I'd also recommend getting the footprint to protect the bottom but you can always improvise one or go without.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #3Sep 7, 2025
Thinking of upgrading to an e-bike after my old ride finally gave up
I have an ebike I use on my daily commute to work. My commute is 9 miles and I can’t leave in the morning until my nanny gets here, so I can’t ride a regular bike because I have to arrive before 0700. I have had mine for just over a year, although I didn’t ride in the winter because I live in Chicago. My bike is AWESOME. It’s made it possible for me to bike to work instead of driving. It’s saved so much money on gas. It’s saved me a lot of time when there is traffic at 5pm and I can’t leave zoom by. An ebike isn’t the right choice for every situation but it’s made my commute enjoyable and I get some exercise and keeps another car off the road. I have an REI brand ebike CTY co-op 2.2. It’s a tank. I do have to charge it every day if I bike on turbo mode (which I do). I just cannot recommend it enough, if your choice is between a car or an ebike. I had help picking out this model, my sister in law has a business with offering bike recommendations based on person needs and budget and she helped me pick it out. It’s a good value though and currently on sale. Happy to answer any other questions you have about it.
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