REI's 'Super Light' Backpacking Tent That's 'Packable, Durable, and Affordable' Is 30% Off for Labor Day

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REI's best-in-the-business Labor Day Sale is in full swing with lower prices on everything you need for camping , from emergency raincoats to ultra-plush inflatable sleeping pads and even bestselling duffel bags for packing everything else. There are also a ton of great tents on sale from brands like The North Face , Big Agnes , and more, but right now, one of REI Co-op's best is over $100 off—and it even comes with a footprint.

The REI Co-op Half Dome SL 2+ Tent with Footprint is currently on sale for $244, 30% off its normal $349 list price. This REI-brand tent has earned over 200 five-star ratings from shoppers who say it's "super light" and "sets up and packs easily." It's currently on sale in three colors—blue, green, and orange—but only until the end of the sale on Sept. 2.

REI Co-op Half Dome SL 2+ Tent with Footprint in Blue Heaven, $244 (was $349) at REI

The common theme flowing through many of the reviews of this tent is that it's a well-made and detail-oriented option that—because it comes without any frills—won't break the bank, even when not on sale. It uses REI-exclusive tension-truss architecture to create vertical walls for a more spacious interior. There are two doors and vestibules, easy-to-open-and-close walls and doors, and mesh paneled uppers to increase ventilation. The whole thing has a durable water-repellent coating while the floor and rainfly have an additional layer of polyurethane.

"I might owe my life to this tent," one reviewer wrote. "We experienced two thunderstorms in a box canyon that swirled high-speed winds and threw sheets of rain at us. This tent held up without an issue and kept us and our packs completely dry." That's an impressive amount of rain protection that hopefully you won't need. "Would not recommend backpacking in a thunderstorm," they continued, "but would recommend this tent every time."

REI Co-op Half Dome SL 2+ Tent with Footprint in Orange Ochre, $244 (was $349) at REI

Another reviewer has relied on their tent for a decade of "countless backpacking trips (overnighters to 5-day treks)," and said that it's a "great blend of lightweight, packable, durable, and affordable."

Whether you're trying to keep the gear load light or you're looking for a basic but highly efficient tent, REI Co-op's Half Dome SL 2+ is a solid option, and it comes with a footprint—no need to buy one separately. The deal is only live for a few more days, so make sure to grab your favorite color while it's under $250.