I use an MSR Hubba Hubba for kayak camping and backpacking. I like it, its about 2kg or so for the 2 person version (I think they make a Mutha Hubba that holds 4), all mesh inside with a rain fly, can set it up with just the foot print and fly for a fast shelter. Has enough headroom for me to sit up in comfortably and play cards, and on top of all that it goes up really easily (single dogbone shaped pole system that plugs in on the corners and clips to the inside). Mountain equipment co-op up this way even sells a zip in vestibule addition for it.

: Hello fellow kayakers,

: We all have a favorite tent- one that is always there to protect
: us, to weather storms for us, to shiver in the cold so we can
: stay toasty warm. For me it's my old Kelty Streamside II, circa
: somewhere around 1995. For years she's done me well, and aside
: from a cracked pole which I lashed back together and the seam
: tape all coming off which I resealed, she hasn't let me down. I
: realize that Kelty isn't the top name in tents, but I cannot
: fault my old Streamside II, except that it is quite heavy for
: its size.

: Now it's time to step up. This time I'm going lightweight, modern
: fabrics- all out. Tents have come a long way since 1995, and I
: need something lighter and more durable. I am considering the
: Nemo Espri 3P. It's light, roomy, can be set up with just the
: rainfly (I like that for when you get caught by a storm but
: aren't staying long), and it has lots of mesh which is great for
: my climate. I especially like the optional vestibule which zips
: in and adds a nice roomy place to store wet gear. I like a
: vestibule that allows me to get in out of the rain and shake off
: my boots before stepping into the tent. It also allows a place
: to cook when weather is less than favorable.

: http://www.nemoequipment.com/nemo2011-espri3p-tent

: So- what's your favorite tent? Any recommendations on new tents?
: Any thoughts on the Nemo?

: The requirements I have are: Must have the rainfly/ground tarp only
: option. I do multi-week treks and want to be able to throw up
: the rain fly and tarp when I just need to dodge a passing storm.
: Must have a roomy vestibule. Needs to be fairly lightweight for
: multi-week trekking. I live in the tropics, and typically travel
: to warm places, so I prefer a three-season with lots of mesh
: vents. I want a good rainfly and ability to handle wind- not
: really concerned with snow. It would be nice to have an eyebrow
: vent on the rainfly. Large two-person or small three-person
: preferred.

: Thanks for any input.

: Malcolm