Hi
I'm looking to get a new 2 person tent and I would like to get some advice from the hive mind. My main requirements are that the tent be under or close to 2kg and be as durable as possible for the weigh, have two doors and be under 800 Dollars. I mainly camp and hike in places like the Blue mountains, Kosciuszko, Arapiles and I'm hoping to do some more trips in Tassy. I'm trying to keep the weight down as I usually climb when I camp and minimizing weight where I can is important to me. I am hoping to use the tent year round but it does not have to be a 4 season tent as I have access to a Macpac Olympus when the weather is looking terrible.
So far I have narrowed it down to 3 options:
OP goondie 2 mesh, I like the cross pole design and thick floor but due to stock issues I haven't been able to see one in person yet. I also haven't found any pictures showing how small it packs up but I'm assuming its comparable to the moondance 2.
Mont Moondance 2 mesh, Its very similar to the goondie but I don't really like the hubbed pole design. Something in me seems to think its not as strong as a cross pole design but it is a very popular tent and I'm sure it will hold up to some bad weather. There are lots of reviews on it so I'm sure it will be a good choice.
Macpac duolight. Again a very similar tent but slightly heavier. It is cheaper than the other two but I haven't been able to find any reviews on it that makes me a bit hesitant.
Does anyone have any of these tents and can offer some insights on what you like/don't like and how they've held up over the years. I mainly looked at these as they are designed for Australian conditions and not too light weight to affect the durability too much. I'm also open to suggestions of tents I haven't considered. I know that in the price range most tents will be great but I'm trying to narrow it down to the right one for me.
Other tents I have considered are the mont Dragonfly, WE second arrow. Both look great but might be overkill for my needs.
Cheers.