MSR Elixir 2 Person Tent & Footprint

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UOG TOP PICK – MSR Elixir tent series – a good solid backpacking choice that won’t break the bank.

The MSR Elixir 2 Tent is the most liveable 2 person backpacking tent in it’s class, although this does mean it’s a little heavier compared to similar sized tents. All Elixir models have been updated to make them more comfortable and even easier to set-up. 

MSR says

The MSR Elixir 2 tent is an extremely livable performance camping and backpacking tent and an ideal option for adventurers seeking an easy-to-assemble tent at a great value. Unlike many tents in this class, our freestanding tent design offers true-to-size capacity for two and features two large doors plus new larger vestibules with 35% more space. The versatile tent balances breathable mesh fabric with solid canopy fabric to provide ventilation, warmth and privacy, while the included footprint offers multiple setup options, including a freestanding Fast & Light pitch with rainfly. Whether you’re planning your first backpacking trip or your next one, the Elixir 2 tent is your remedy.

Our Verdict

All MSR Elixir Tents have large vestibules, built-in gear lofts, glow-in-the-dark zippers and an easy-to-find red vestibule door (grey model only). They also feature laser-etched, directional pole-end grommets and colour-coded poles for a fast and easy set-up.

The Elixir Tents combine MSR design and quality with lightweight rather than ultra lightweight materials to produce a series of tents that perform well but are heavier and less costly than MSR’s leading edge products.

The tents are still all MSR in terms of its quality of materials, design and construction, there’s no compromise on performance, but there is on weight. The Elixir series is heavier than similar sized MSR tents because they’re made with slightly heavier materials, heavier also means cheaper (in our world), so MSR have produced an excellent and relatively inexpensive tent where the only compromise is its weight.

Overall, an ideal option for backpackers seeking easy-to-assemble tents at a great value.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• Livable: Unique pole geometry optimizes headroom and fits two mats; adaptable rainfly allows for excellent views; built-in gear lofts and glow-in-the-dark zipper pulls enhance livability.
• Fast & Light Setup: Includes an MSR Elixir Footprint that allows for a lightweight Fast & Light setup with rainfly.
• Easy Setup: Freestanding system features color-coded poles, clips and webbing, plus red vestibules for fast and easy setup.
• Privacy: Mesh and solid fabric panels offer ventilation, warmth and privacy.

Specifications

• Capacity: 2 person
• Floor & Vestibule area: 2.69 + 2.22 sq m (29 + 24 sq ft)
• Livable volume: 1274 + 708 L (45 + 25 cu ft)
• Interior peak height: 1.02m (40 in)
• Poles: 2 x 7000 Series Aluminium poles

Weights

• Flysheet weighs: 794g
• Inner weighs: 720g
• Poles weigh: 604g
• Total weight: 2118g
• Pegs x12 weigh: 188g
• Footprint weighs: 188g

Fabric

• Flysheet: 68D ripstop polyester, 1500mm HH Polyurethane & DWR
• Inner Tent: 40D ripstop nylon DWR / 20D Micromesh
• Floor: 70D taffeta nylon, 3000mm HH polyurethane & DWR
• MSR Hook Stakes x12

Help & advice:

• The Ultimate Guide to Ultralight Tents
• Time-Saver Guide to Choosing a Tent
• When pegs go bad – Everything you need to know about tent pegs
• Are Tent Footprints Worth It?
• About MSR
• MSR Tent Buying Guide