Marmot Limelight 2P

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The Limelight 2P is a three-season tent made by Marmot. It has an average rating of 4.5 stars (out of 5), based on 8 user reviews.

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From Campmor:
"The Marmot Limelight 2 tent sleeps 2 campers and even gives them room for extra gear by giving them a generous vestibule of 9 sq.ft. Featuring 2 large mesh roof panels the Limelight 2 is well ventilated and by leaving the fly off is great for stargazing. Perhaps the best feature is the easy set up because all the shockcorded aluminum poles are connected to the tent by Marmot Double Clips speeding and easing assembly. Set up is made easier still because there are no sleeves, just clips which also let more air move under the fly reducing condensation. The full coverage RipStop polyester fly provides complete weather protection, won't stretch and resists UV breakdown. And now the tent is even better because Marmot gives you a FREE nylon Footprint and Gear Loft (Retail Value $50) with the Limelight. That would be FREE with the purchase of the tent. Sleeps 2 Main fly and floor seams are factory taped for extreme weather protection Bathtub floor - all floor seams are off the ground for superior water protection FREE nylon Footprint comes with the tent - keeps the tent clean and protects against rips, holes and abrasion FREE Gear Loft helps you keep thindgs out of the way and organized 1 door & 1 vestibule (9 sq.ft) for easy access and gear storage Full coverage Ripstop polyester fly gives complete weather protection DAC PressFit shockcorded aluminum poles for greater strength to weight ratio FREEstanding design is easy and fast to set up 1 clear window on the fly with stitchless welded seams Adjustable corner stake loops for easy tensioning of the tent body. All clips for fast easy set up DAC/Marmot double clips attach without sliding, disperses stress and can be attached with gloves on. Large mesh panels are great for ventilation and star gazing. Fly vent for added ventilation Bright colors keep the tent cheery even on dark and rainy days. 2 large mesh interior pockets for organization and gear storage. 1 large door for easy access Post and grommet assembly with locking pole tips for convenience. Side release buckles attach fly to body for fast easy set up. Flashlight loop Snag FREE zipper flap on the vestibule for easy access Silicone treated zippers for smooth reliable operation. Noiseless jingle FREE zipper pulls are quiet on windy nights. Reflective guy points help to see the tent at night or in low light. Convenient, foolproof Stake Tape loops on the corners Ultralight Bare Bones setup with just fly, poles and included footprint Tent, pole and stake bags included. Fire retardant. Import."

From Backcountry.com:
"The Marmot Limelight 2-Person Tent w/ Footprint and Gear Loft's clean, functional design fits right in, whether you take it summer backpacking or car camping. A large 9-square foot vestibule protects your gear from the rain while providing a covered entrance to the 32-square foot interior. Marmot added mesh panels to the walls for increased ventilation in warm weather and a window on the vestibule so you can check conditions in not-so-nice weather. Pole clips make the Limelight Tent quick and easy to pitch, so you can get it up and get on with dinner and rest. Despite all these features, and this tent weighs only 5lbs."

From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. Marmot Limelight 2P - 2 Person Tent (Fall 2009) The Limelight 2 Person Tent by Marmot is a roomy, lightweight ideal for summer backpacking and car-camping adventures. Features: Number of people: 2 Minimum weight: 4 lb 10 oz / 2.09 kg Maximum weight: 5 lb 0 oz / 2.2 kg Floor area: 32 sq ft / 2.97 sq m Vestibule area: 9 sq ft / 0.8 sq m Packed size: 18 x 7 in / 45 x 18 cm Number of poles: 2 Type of poles: DAC Press-Fit 9.0 Stake Tape Catenary cut floor Door ties Snag free zipper flap Bare bones setup Optional footprint Optional gear loft DAC press-fit poles Fly vent Vestibule Light reflective points Window in fly Jingle-free nylon zipper pulls"

From REI:
"The Marmot Limelight 2 tent offers 2 backpackers a tough yet habitable space and a lightweight load. Limelight also offers great value as it comes complete with footprint and gear loft! Large side door allows easy access and gear storage space. DAC Pressfit aluminum poles feature a pressed-in ferrule, ensuring the poles will remain strong and reliable. DAC/Marmot double clips disperse stress over a large area and won't slide; plus, they have an incredible breaking strength and are easy to use with gloves. UV-resistant, seam-sealed polyester rainfly doesn't stretch or expand when wet, ensuring a consistently taut pitch. Catenary cut floor provides a tight pitch with reduced weight; fully seam-taped bathtub floor maintains waterproofness. Window Weld™ design gives views to the outside, lets in light and reduces weight; fly vent increases air circulation inside tent. Strong Stake Tape™ shaves weight by eliminating grommets and allows versatile set-up. Light-reflective piping helps you find your tent at night; jingle-free nylon zipper pulls remain quiet in windy weather. Multiple inside pockets organize your equipment and provide storage up off the floor. Fast pack pitching: In nice weather, use only the poles, rainfly and footprint to save weight. Includes stuff sacks, stakes and guyline/tighteners. Average minimum weight specification is based on tent, rainfly and poles only."

User Reviews

Limelight 2P
Reviewed by Shawn, Oct 21, 2009

"I bought this tent due to my old (20+years) Eureka Timberlite had seen better days. After many trips the coating was shot and leaked on the last two trips. I did some research and the Limelight 2 seemed like a good fit for my usage (motorcycle and quad camping)."

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Limelight 2P
Reviewed by Donovan, Oct 15, 2009

"Nice tent.

Quick and easy to set up. Holds up nicely to wind and rain. Came with a free foot print and gear loft. The gear loft seems sort of pointless. I can't remember what I paid but the price was good for the quality of the gear (may have been on sale at Campmor)."

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Limelight 2P
Reviewed by Rickcee, Aug 19, 2009

"One somewhat irritating point - the fly only fits one way, with no easy 'this goes here' feature. The tent is actually somewhat narrower at one end. Fine, good to reduce pack size / weight, but makes putting some mark on a corner necessary. I got some reflective tape & seam glued 4" of tape to corner of fly and tent body."

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Limelight 2P
Reviewed by pyrate, May 17, 2009

"Light yet durable and well put together. Easy set up. I used it this weekend in 30+ MPH winds w/ no issues at all. I have not used it in the rain yet but based upon what I have seen so far I don't see any problem in the rain.

Came w/ a free footprint which is a $20 average bonus."

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Limelight 2P
Reviewed by Myers10332, May 06, 2009

"Awesome tent. Really easy to set up, great ventilation, and very watertight. I slept in this on a very windy night and felt no draft at all. I am 6'3" and can lie down very comfortably without touching either end of the tent.

Remember though, this has only one door and vestibule."

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Limelight 2P
Reviewed by Old Eagle Scout, Apr 22, 2009

"I actually purchased a Marmot Nyx on E-Bay and they sent me a Limelight by mistake. I'm not upset by the substitution.

I'm not able to give a full review, however what I have experienced so far is great; and I haven't even spent a night in it yet!

This past weekend I spent a night in my sister's Kelty Grand Mesa tent during a backpack trip on the AT."

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Limelight 2P
Reviewed by PocketMoose, Apr 27, 2008

"Awesome tent. One of my first reviews, and first time out, but very easy to set up and break down. Great clips, and it was just amazing some of the small things they add into tents.

That being said, don't think I'm going easy on this review. I didn't have a chance to use it in rain, so I won't act like I was able to."

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Limelight 2P
Reviewed by MTB416, May 12, 2007

"Great tent for the money. I have yet to use it on a backpacking trip and would probably just go with the fly and footprint to save weight and bulk. Have used it several times for car camping with great success. Handles strong wind well and absolutely no condensation was present due to the great ventilation."

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