Marmot Catalyst 3P
Recently picked up the Marmot Catalyst 3P as a backpacking tent with enough room for myself, my fiancé, and a 45-lb dog, and it didn't disappoint. Roomy and easy to assemble, the Catalyst took wind and rain without issue. Love the double door/vestibule.
My only complaint is that there aren't any vents on the fly, so there is an issue with condensation in the morning. Hardly a deal-breaker, however.
Pros
- Roomy
- Easy to set up
- Good weight for 3P
Cons
- Condensation buildup
I was largely weighing the Catalyst against the North Face Stormbreak 3 and the North Face Talus 3, and it was the inclusion of the groundsheet that sold me on the Catalyst.
6lbs (closer to 7 with pegs and ground sheet) is a touch on the heavy side for backpacking, and I wouldn't recommend it for any solo expeditions, but split between two (or if you want things rather tight, three) people, I don't think it's unreasonable at all.
Source: bought it new
Price Paid: $220 CAD
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