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Curry and SonsTrading Company · Est. 1995
NEMO Dagger OSMO 2P Tent

A freestanding two-person tent with a lot of floor and vestibule space for its weight. People pick it when they want one tent for both backpacking and car camping.

Specs

  • Minimum weight: 3 lb 5 oz / 1.51 kg; packed weight: 3 lb 15 oz / 1.8 kg
  • Floor: 88 x 50 in, 30.6 sq ft
  • Peak height: 43 in
  • Vestibules: 2, 12.1 sq ft each; doors: 2
  • Fly: OSMO ripstop (1500 mm); floor: OSMO ripstop (2000 mm)
  • Packed size: 20 x 6.5 x 3.5 in
  • Also sold as a 3-person
  • Price: $599.95 (maker, Oct 2026)

What reviewers say

CleverHiker's 2026 guide calls it the best crossover tent for car camping and backpacking. They found it spacious, easy to pitch, durable and very weather resistant, with large vestibules. The downsides are price and weight: it is close to a pound heavier than the lightest two-person tents.

Good

  • Roomy for two adults
  • Big vestibules, two doors
  • Freestanding and easy to pitch
  • Durable, weather-ready fabrics

Not so good

  • Expensive
  • Heavier than ultralight options

Who it's for

Couples or friends who want comfort on backpacking trips and a tent that also works at the campground. Weight-focused hikers should look at lighter tents.

Sources

Last checked 2026-10-19. Specs from the maker; review notes summarized in our own words.