Eureka Backcountry 2 Tent
Item #: 24920
Our Price: $199.97
Regular Price: $209.90
SAVINGS: $9.93 (5%)
The Backcountry 2 is a freestanding 2 person tent that is roomy and well ventilated. It is easily the most popular 2 person backpacking tent in our retail store. It is a great choice for scouts who are backpacking because it is roomier, lighter and easier to set up than most scout type tents. The large side entry Race Track door makes it easy to to get in and out while the offset door window is right where your head goes for excellent ventilation. Additional ventilation is provided by the closable rear window and roof vent. Other features include a short pack length (15"), aluminum poles and factory sealed main fly and floor seams. Finally as an added bonus the Backcountry has muted green colors that allow the tent to blend into any wooded campsite.
- Main fly and floor seams are factory taped for extreme weather protection.
- Race track door is big and makes it easy to get in and out of the tent.
- Freestanding
- Bathtub floor keeps seams taut and high off the ground for superior protection
- Sleeps 2
- Very small 15" pack size.
- DAC Pressfit Aluminum poles are light without compromising strength.
- Offset door window puts your head where the air is and lets you see what's out there.
- Combination clips and short sleeves mean fast sturdy set up.
- 2 mesh gear pockets for internal storage
- Poles attach to tent body via locking pole tips and grommets for fast and easy set up.
- All windows and vents are closable, great for stopping blowing sand or light snow
- Side release buckles attach fly to body for fast easy set up.
- Flashlight loop
- Tent, pole and stake bags included.
- Fire retardant.
- Import.
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Comments about Eureka Backcountry 2 Tent: I need a tent that I can depend on when I am away on canoe trips that last many days. It needs to be robust because if it breaks I suffer. This one should do the trick. I have had good luck with this tent in the past. I guess we will see how this one works out. My old one is for the most part fine, but the door zipper does not work from the inside. Works fine from the outside.
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Comments about Eureka Backcountry 2 Tent: I bought this tent from Campmor about 10 yrs ago based on the salesman recommendation. I needed a light weight tent for bicycle touring. This tent has seen a dozen week long tours and has stood the test of time. When I came back after a major storm, there was a water mark 1 foot up the wall. I was one of the only tents to remain dry inside. I did seam seal it. It is roomy enough for 1 person. My only wish is to have a vestibule. I highly recommend this tent.
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Comments about Eureka Backcountry 2 Tent: I buy equipment for our Boy Scout troop. We buy the Timberline Outfitter 4 and 6. The boys can be pretty rough on them but the tents hold their own and we have been very pleased with Eureka.
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Comments about Eureka Backcountry 2 Tent: We used the tent recently over a weekend that snowed, unexpectedly, for 2 straight days and 12" of snow. We did work to keep excessive snow from building up on top of the tent, and had no problems at all.
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Comments about Eureka Backcountry 2 Tent: I was appalled at the amount of condesation that built up overnight. The ventilation window was open all way, and that did not help.
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Comments about Eureka Backcountry 2 Tent: I used the tent for a back-pack/bivouc type of bowhunt and it worked well. It is not the absolute lightest for this type of tent, but is reasonably light, sets up and takes down easily and has plenty of room for one person and gear. I didn't get rained on so I can't comment positively, but my past experience with Eureka tents has been good in that regard.
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Comments about Eureka Backcountry 2 Tent: Exactly the tent I was looking for. It's hard finding something that packs this small but still has plenty of room for a 6'5" dude and all his gear. There's room for another camper, but not much.
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Comments about Eureka Backcountry 2 Tent: 2nd one purchased in 8 years. Great for scouts
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Comments about Eureka Backcountry 2 Tent: use this tent for backpacking and car camping,because i am tall and good size, i use this as a 1 man tent but will fit 2 normal/smaller size people. also its held up in rain and strong winds well.
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Comments about Eureka Backcountry 2 Tent: This is the perfect tent for motorcycle camping. Lightweight and packs small (and more importantly short) for easy stowage.
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Does this tent have outfitter-quality zippers? I would be buying these for a Scout Troop, so the zippers have to be heavy-duty.Asked on 2/22/2012 by Bill from Mentor, Ohio1 answer
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The Backcountry 2 does not have the same heavy duty zipper as the Outfitter series, but the zipper is still good quality and the Backcountry is a popular backpacking tent because of its design and durability.Answered on 2/23/2012 by Anonymous
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How can I get a FOOTPRINT for this tent ?Asked on 1/12/2012 by none from Lancaster, ohio1 answer
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We do not have a foot print for the Backcountry. There is a floor saver though
Eureka Floor Savers Pre-Cut 6 Mil Polyethylene - Small Rectangle
http://www.campmor.com/outdoor/gear/Product___21457Answered on 1/13/2012 by Steve from Campmor
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Does the mesh door and windows have a full coverage flap to zipper close agaist wind and rain.Asked on 12/17/2011 by Anonymous2 answers
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Yes. The window in back is a see thru mesh like screen that has a flap that zips close if you get cold. The door is a two door design. A screen door and a storm door that also can be left part way open if you want a little air or to look out if you want.Answered on 1/12/2012 by none from lancaster, ohioA:
Both door and window have full storm flaps that fully zip close.Answered on 12/21/2011 by Steve from Campmor
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I have heard that one must use seam sealer on new tents. Do I need to really do that, or is it manufactured in such a way that I don't have to worry about that? Thanks.Asked on 9/29/2011 by Cubmaster in NJ from Essex County, NJ1 answer
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The Backcountry 2 has taped floor and fly. So the fly and the floor do not need seam sealing. As for seams around the window and door you may want to seam in the case the tent experiences horizontal rain.Answered on 9/30/2011 by Steve from Campmor
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Why is the minimium weight listed as 5 lbs. 6 oz.? I have weighed my Backcountry 2 (tent, fly, poles) in the original sacks on 2 different scales. The weight is 3 lbs 10 oz. I am trying to compare to the Spitfire 1 to see if the weight reduction is worth the tradeoff in space and easier setup of a freestanding tent.Asked on 8/16/2011 by Old_Bill_Williams1 answer
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Minimum weight is tent body poles and fly minus stakes. The Spitfire is lighter but not self supporting at 2 Lb 12 oz.Answered on 8/17/2011 by Steve from Campmor
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full coverage rain fly? yes or no.Asked on 7/27/2011 by Anonymous2 answers
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Yes and no. The fly covers the whole tent but it has a pole that holds the front above the door and the back above the window out like a porch roof. Lets you get out easily or look out while giving plenty of rain protection. I like mine. It is real easy
to set up.Answered on 1/12/2012 by none from Lancaster, ohioA:
No, the Eureka Backcountry 2 Tent does not have a full coverage rain fly.Answered on 7/28/2011 by Bob from Campmor
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Is the roof mesh to see through?Asked on 8/23/2010 by Rick from Illinois2 answers
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The roof vent is a small triangle between the poles and made of mesh like screen. You can see through it to look at stars if thats what you want. It has a storm flap that zips close if you get cold.Answered on 1/12/2012 by none from Lancaster, ohioA:
NoAnswered on 8/24/2010 by Betty
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Tent shopping: I've had a Wenzel tent that was horrible and fell apart way before it should have. Ripping seems, zippers not working. I used to have a Eureka tent that was great...after many uses zippers still worked and no issues.
I would like a consumer report type of rating on tent brands.
I don't need a professional mountaineer tent, just a good basic product for a good price that would sleep 2-3 and be small and compact.
I think Eureka is good, but is Marmot and N Face at the top of the scale? Where does Kelty or big agnes fall?
I need an easy to set up tent with lots of ventilation for summer camping, but can be closed up for fall or early spring to give some warmth/wind protection.
I'm lost with all these tent brands.
Thanks.Asked on 7/14/2010 by Anonymous from ozark, mo2 answers
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The important features that a tent needs to be considered a quality tent are:
1. Sturdy frame-an aluminum frame is the sturdiest frame compared to fiberglass
2. Good coating on the fly and floor. at least 800mm coating
3. A bathtub floor- floor wraps up to meet the wall above the ground line. This reduces the likely hood of water coming in at ground leavel
4. All major seams need to be taped.
For the Eureka Back country
1. Frame-Pole Material DAC PressFit 7000 Aluminum
2. Coatings: 1200mm coating
3. Bathtub floor keeps seams taut and high off the ground for superior protection
4. Main fly and floor seams are factory taped for extreme weather protectionAnswered on 7/16/2010 by Steve from CampmorA:
I have the Eureka Backcountry 2 and it is a good solid tent for not alot of money. read my review on it at Campmor. As for the other tent makers, Eureka makes a solid product for low cost but tends to be on the heavy side w/out some extras like a vetibule. I would look at the Kelty Eve 2. Lots of venting, double doors, vestibule. try that. Read reviews often! Often Ultralight gear is more expensive and will not hold up to abuse or is uncomfortable to sleep in. Hope this helps.Answered on 8/6/2010 by Aj from Clintondale, NY
| CAPACITY | 2 |
| Min Wt | 5 lbs. 6 oz. |
| Pkg Wt | 5 lbs. 13 oz. |
| Dimensions | 7ft. 6in. x 5ft. |
| Area (Sq. Ft.) | 37.5 |
| Int Height | 3ft. 6in. |
| Pack Size | 15in. x 6in. |
| No. of Poles | 2 + 1 fly |
| Pole Size | 9 mm |
| Pole Material | DAC PressFit 7000 Aluminum |
| No. of Doors | 1 |
| Hooded Fly | Yes |
| No. of Windows | 2 |
| Gear Loft | optional |
| Floor Material | 1.9 oz. 70D nylon taffeta 1200mm coating |
| Fly Material | 1.9 oz. 75D Stormshield Polyester 1200mm coating |
| Wall Material | 1.9 oz. Nylon taffeta 1200mm coating/1.9oz. breathable nylon. |
| Roof Material | 40D Nylon no-see-um mesh |
| Netting | 40D Nylon no-see-um mesh |
| Color | Fly - Cactus Green, Body - Cactus Green, Floor - Loden |
| Style | Rectangular dome |
| Activities | Backpacking, canoeing, Bike |
| Use | 3.5 season |
| Special Features | Aluminum poles, taped seams, Racetrack door |
* Note - Ultraviolet Light Warning: All tents, canopies, screen houses etc. that Campmor sells are intended for occasional use and not for permanent or season-long use. Continuous exposure will result in damage from Ultraviolet Light. UV damage is not covered by either the manufacturer's or Campmor's warranty.
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