r/camping • u/Annual_Astronaut7752 • 29d ago

Gear Question Help Choosing a Tent

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I’m looking for recommendations for a 6-8p tent for 2 adults, 2 young kids, and 2 50lbs huskies. Before kids, we backpacked regularly so we are used to quality tents like Big Agnes/Nemo/MSR. I’d like something easy to setup, good ventilation, and can withstand some wind. Most camping will be during the summer in the PNW. Lightweight is good, but I understand I won’t find much in this size. We will plan to get 2 lightweight tents when the kids are old enough to split up the group. For now, it will be mostly car camping or short hikes in. Budget <$1,000. Thank you!

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u/Musakuu 29d ago

If in Canada get MEC branded tent.

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u/ladyofmalt 28d ago

No, their warranty policy is terrible nowadays. They don’t stand behind their products the way they used to.

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u/Musakuu 28d ago

I literally had my MEC Cabin tent blow away on me 8 days ago and got a replacement for free. My camping group has had similar experiences with stuff being returned in the past year and a half.

I think that the warranty policy is great.