Photo: REI
Don’t leave home without it.
Don’t even think about buying a cheap tent from your neighborhood store. The low dollar sign may look enticing, but a good night’s rest is sometimes worth the cost.
Ditch your mortgage payment and your rent and invest in a REI Half Dome 2 HC. It’s a simple, easy to set up, two-person presidential suite. It’s lightweight, has two entry doors, and takes about as much time to set up as making your morning coffee.
For under $200, it’s the best deal for the quality and the features.
I took it on our long bike ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles. It turned out to be the best gear I brought.
Tip: Purchase a tent footprint. It prolongs the life of your tent.
Minor setback: You might lose some friends because you’ll be sitting next to fire, while they are still trying to find the directions for their tent.
Cost: $169
Where to buy: REI.com
Austin Chu
Austin Chu was laid off in December 2008. He has a deep obsession with breakfast burritos and backpacks. He doesn't know why. He just drove through fifty states filming a documentary on the economy and the recession. Follow his project on www.therecessends.com
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