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Kelty Late Start 2P Backpacking Tent – Lightweight Two Man Camping Tent Shelter with Quickcorners, Aluminum Poles, Waterproof Poly Fly
ShelterSolo backpackers and lightweight duos who want fast setup without sacrificing weather protection

Kelty Late Start 2P Backpacking Tent – Lightweight Two Man Camping Tent Shelter with Quickcorners, Aluminum Poles, Waterproof Poly Fly

$159.95
★★★★★4.5(141 reviews)

The Kelty Late Start 2P is a lightweight backpacking tent designed for fast setup and weather protection. Kelty's Quickcorner pole pockets cut setup time to under 2 minutes — you simply drop the poles into color-coded pockets and clip the tent body on. The aluminum DAC Pressfit pole frame keeps weight at just 4 lbs 12 oz while holding up in wind and rain. A full-coverage waterproof polyester fly with taped seams and a bathtub floor keep you dry through mountain storms. Two vestibules give each person space for their pack and boots without crowding the tent entrance.

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Why You Need This

Nothing kills the post-hike vibe faster than struggling with a complicated tent setup in the dark while mosquitoes feast on you.

Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Quickcorner pole pockets enable setup in under 2 minutes
  • Full-coverage waterproof fly with taped seams keeps interior bone-dry
  • Two vestibules with 10 sq ft each for gear storage
  • DAC Pressfit aluminum poles — lightweight yet wind-resistant

❌ Cons

  • At 4 lbs 12 oz, heavier than ultralight competitors in this price bracket
  • Single door limits entry/exit convenience for the second sleeper
  • 41-inch peak height is snug for tall hikers

🎯 Who Is This For?

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