Mountain Hardware's 'Most Universal' Tent That Holds Up in 'Rain, Sleet, and Snow' Is Nearly $400 Off

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REI has been getting ready for fall adventures with tons of deals on bestselling outdoor gear , like top-rated backpacks , all-weather sleeping bags , compact camping stoves , and more. But one of the best-kept secrets of the store's sale section is this lightweight three-season Mountain Hardware tent—and it's nearly $400 off the normal price.

Mountain Hardware’s Outpost 2 Tent is on sale at REI for $315, which is 55% off of the regular cost of $700. This tent has earned rave reviews from happy campers who have used it, saying it's a "great all-around" shelter in the spring, summer, and fall. Though all Mountain Hardware tents are currently on sale, this one offers the biggest discount.

Mountain Hardware’s Outpost 2 Tent in Alpine Red, $315 (was $700) at REI

This Mountain Hardware tent offers just over 30 square feet of floor space and weighs just over 5 pounds—it's the perfect pick for campers who want something compact and lightweight but strong enough to take on weather. If you aren’t stuck in sub-zero temps, the dual-canopy, rain fly, mesh doors, and mesh vents will help keep you comfortable from spring to fall. It comes with superbly-made DAC Featherlight poles and similarly high-quality DAC J-stakes. Nice touches like multiple guyout points and guylines, along with reflective accents make this tent a hardcore camper's dream.

Satisfied shoppers praised the versatility of the Outpost 2. "This is the best, most universal tent I have ever owned," a shopper said. "Perfect for many uses.” Another shopper echoed that sentiment, commenting, “This tent is pretty much our favorite.”

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Other shoppers have hyped up its ability to actually weather extreme conditions. One would-be mountaineer said that he “spent over 21 continuous hours in the tent taking refuge from non-stop variations of rain, sleet, and snow accompanied by howling winds in the 30-plus mph range,” and that it held up great.

REI is one of the prime spots to look for deals on essential outdoor gear, and this 2-person tent is one of the best we’ve found this month for an expedition-quality shelter. Almost $400 off of the steep retail price of $700, this tent is almost guaranteed to sell out, so make sure to put this into your cart ASAP.