Is the Marmot Limelight good for two people?

Yes, but it is snug. The floor is 34.4 sq ft with a peak height around 43 inches, so two adults fit with little room for gear inside; use the two vestibules for packs.

How much does the Limelight weigh?

Packed weight is 4 lbs 15.4 oz, and trail weight is the same figure. That is heavy for a two-person backpacking tent, so split poles and fly between two carriers.

Is it waterproof enough for rain?

The fly is rated 1200mm and the floor 2000mm with a seam-taped bathtub. That handles steady rain, but it is not a four-season or heavy-snow tent.

What is included with the tent?

The tent comes with its poles, fly, and a stuff sack. Stakes and a footprint are not listed, so plan to buy a groundsheet separately if you want extra floor protection.

Can one person pitch it alone?

Yes. The pressfit aluminum poles and color-coded sleeves let one person pitch it, though the two-door design is easier with a partner.

How does the Limelight handle wind?

The dome construction is very windproof, and the pressfit aluminum poles hold their shape in gusts. Pitch it with the fly taut and pointed into the wind for the best result.

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Name: Marmot Limelight Tent
Brand: Marmot
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Marmot Limelight Tent

Marmot's Limelight tent, a roomy shelter for weekend campers and trail regulars.

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About it

Thanks to the dome tent's construction, it is very windproof. The tent is made to accommodate two people, and the weight of the tent is 4.63 lb.

Specs

Seasons: 3-season
Number Of Doors: 2 doors
Waterproof Rating: 1200mm (fly sheet)
Trail Weight: 4 lbs 15.4 oz
Packed Weight: 4 lbs 15.4 oz
Groundsheet Water Resistance: 2000mm
Water Column Rating: 1200mm (Fly Sheet)
Vestibule: Yes
Style: Backpacking
Water Resistance: Water Resistant

About the Marmot Limelight Tent

The Marmot Limelight is a 3-season, 2-door backpacking tent with a seam-taped bathtub floor, two vestibules and no-see-um mesh for ventilation. It packs to 24.4 x 5.5 inches and weighs 4 lbs 15.4 oz, which is on the heavier side for a two-person backpacking tent. The fly and floor are rated 1200mm and 2000mm, enough for rain but not for heavy snow. The dome shape sheds wind well, and the pressfit aluminum poles keep the pitch simple for weekend trips.

Best forWeekend backpackers who split the load between two peopleCampers who want two doors and two vestibulesThree-season use in rain and mild weatherBuyers who want a simple, proven pole-and-sleeve setup

Pros

Two doors and two vestibules, so each sleeper gets their own entry and gear space
Seam-taped bathtub floor rated 2000mm keeps ground moisture out
Full no-see-um mesh canopy gives strong ventilation and stargazing
Pressfit aluminum poles are sturdy and quick to pitch
Stuff sack included; packs to a slim 24.4 x 5.5 inches

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