Gear Review: Marmot Haven 2p Tent

Marmot Haven 2p Tent 7.5/10
This tent is marketed as a 2p tent, it's not, if you've got gear this tent'll fit you with room, which is what I used it for, especially considering it uses a single pole (A-ish frame) technology (the usual 9mm), which leaves only the middle of the tent with enough room for a person to sit upright.  The floor space is ample big enough to sleep two (270cm x 254cm) so if you're looking for a lightweight/ ultralightweight tent and not worried about sit-up space this tent is a good-un.  Especially because you can bin (or gently place to one side) the floor to cut down on weight.  There are many venting options so it doesn't feel claustrophobic (including zip ceiling vents) unlike other ultralight tents and it doesn't have mesh inner so performs better in snowy conditions.  Downsides: 1800mm static head fly isn't the most waterproof on the market, the single pole is DAC featherlite which are 'comparable' to aluminium though a little more prone to breaking, in my book.  The plus side is surely the weight (2.126kg all in- 1.786kg stripped)  however for the same price £290 you could land yourself with MSR Hubba Hubba Ultralight which has a better single (hub) pole configuration that provides more head room and space for packs in two vestibules, it also means it performs better in windy conditions.  (It's pitched inner first but the pitch time is still quick).  You can get the less-mesh HP version as well for £320.  But the Marmot Haven holds its own with a better fly and good versatility, not the lightest tent on the market, but for the price, it's a keeper

SPEC:

• Removable Floor - Gives You the Option to Lighten Your Load When You Don't Need a Full Tent
• Large Zip Open Ceiling Vents
• Unique Pole Structure - For Increased Stability and Increased Internal Space
• Perimeter Venting Increases Air Circulation
• Jingle-Free Nylon Zipper Pulls - Promote Undisturbed Sleep
• Maximum Weight:4 lbs 11 oz / 2.126 kg
• Minimum Weight:3 lbs 15 oz / 1.786 kg
• Dimensions:45x106x120in / 114.3x269.2x304.8cm
• Packed Size:6 x 21 in / 15.2 x 53.3 cm
• Tent Poles:1 / DAC NSL 9mm
• Floor Area:56 sq ft / 5.2 sq m
• Tent floor Material:40d 100% Nylon 3000mm W/R, F/R
• Tent fly Material:40d 100% Nylon Ripstop Silicon/PU 1800mm W/R, F/R