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Seedhouse SL tents are ideal for solo backpackers, thru-hikers, touring cyclists and other lightweight disciples. The all mesh tent body provides great ventilation and the full coverage fly offers protection from the elements. Free-standing with a hub-pole system, one person can set these tents up in minutes. Big Agnes Superlight tents are the lightest, roomiest, free-standing, double wall tents around.
Seedhouse SL tents are ideal for solo backpackers, thru-hikers, touring cyclists
and other lightweight disciples. The all mesh tent body provides great ventilation
and the full coverage fly gives you protection from the elements. The hub-pole
system makes them free-standing and means you can set them up in minutes. Our
Superlight tents are the lightest tents around with the most room available.
Minimize the number of arguments about who has to carry the tent with the Big Agnes Seedhouse SL Tent, a super lightweight tent that efficiently houses 3 backpackers and their gear. Stay dry beneath the silicone-coated nylon canopy supported by durable DAC aluminum poles.
This ultralight, freestanding tent is for gram-counting geeks who like to swill their adventure in big gulps and have a little room to read at night!
One of the lightest three-person, three-season tents on the market. A practical design with loads of mesh, a large vestibule, and the versatility to set up as a tarp-style shelter using just the poles, fly, and footprint (footprint sold separately).
The Big Agnes Seedhouse SL 3-Person 3-Season Tent holds you and two of your buddies at a super-light 3lb 15oz for the entire group. This double-wall, Silicone-coated tent from Big Agnes is perfect for trios who don't want to carry any more weight than they need. The Seedhouse Tent has an 11-sq ft vestibule to stash your gear out of the rain. How strong can a tent under 4lb be? With its excellent wind profile and strong DAC Featherlight NSL poles, the Big Agnes Seedhouse Tent stands up to any summer storm you encounter.
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| # Main Poles: | 2 |
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| Average minimum weight: | 3 lb. 15 oz. |
| Average packaged weight: | 4 lbs. 8 oz. |
| Average weight - metric: | 2.04 centimeters |
| Canopy Fabric: | 20-denier nylon mesh |
| Capacity / suggested use: | 3 person / 3-season |
| Clip / Sleeve: | Clip |
| Country of Origin: | China |
| Design type: | Freestanding tent |
| Dimensions: | 90 x 58 x 46 inches |
| Doors: | 1 |
| Doors / vestibules: | 1 / 1 |
| Floor / canopy / fly material: | nylon with polyurethane coating / nylon and polyester mesh / nylon with polyurethane coating |
| Floor Coating: | 1200 mm polyurethane and silicone |
| Floor Fabric: | 30-denier ripstop nylon |
| Floor Space: | 84 x 62in (213x 157cm), 39sq ft (3.6sq m) |
| Floor area: | 36 square feet |
| Floor area / vestibule area: | 36 sq ft / 11 sq ft |
| Floor dimensions: | 90 x 73 inches |
| Floor dimensions - metric: | 229 x 185 centimeters |
| Freestanding: | Yes |
| Interior Height: | 46in (117cm) |
| Manufacturer Warranty: | Lifetime |
| Material: | [Fly] Silicone-treated ripstop nylon w / 1200mm waterproof polyurethane coating; [Floor] Silicone-treated ripstop nylon w / waterproof polyurethane coating |
| Max. Weight: | 4 lb. 8 oz. |
| Min. Weight: | 3 lb. 15 oz. |
| Number of poles: | 3 |
| Number of poles / freestanding: | 3 / yes |
| Packed Size: | 20 x 8in (51 x 20cm) |
| Peak height: | 46 inches |
| Peak height - metric: | 117 centimeters |
| Pole Frame: | Clips |
| Pole diameter: | 8.2 millimeters |
| Pole material: | Aluminum DAC Featherlite NSL |
| Poles: | 6 |
| Primary Use: | Ultralight |
| Rainfly Coating: | Waterproof 1200 mm polyurethane with silicone treatment |
| Rainfly Fabric: | 20-denier ripstop nylon |
| Recommended Use: | Ultralite backpacking |
| Season: | 3-season |
| Seasons: | 3 |
| Sleeping capacity: | 3 |
| Sleeps: | 3 |
| Stuff size: | 20 x 8 inches |
| Trail weight: | 4 lb 8 oz |
| Ventilation: | Mesh walls |
| Vestibule Space: | 11sq ft (1sq m) |
| Vestibule area: | 11 square feet |
| Weight: | 3lb 15oz (1786g) |
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Sometimes, we can't be sure that the product is the same across the stores that offer its, so you may find the same product listed more then once on GearBuyer.com, we these list highly similar products below.
 | Big Agnes Seedhouse 3 | $239.95 - $269.95 |
 | Big Agnes Seedhouse SL 3 Footprint | $49.95 - $55.00 |
 | Big Agnes Seedhouse SL2 | $255.98 - $319.95 |
 | Big Agnes Seedhouse SL 1 | $247.00 - $249.95 |
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| Big Agnes Seedhouse SL2 Hiking & Camping > Shelters & Tents | $255.98 - $319.95 |
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| Color | Size | |
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| 3 Person | N/A | |
| Titangrn | 419.95 | |
| Sage | 419.95 | |
| Titanium Green | 419.00 | |
Mountains Plus Outdoor Gear offers this product at $350.00, but does not provide any color/size information.
Ramsey Outdoor offers this product at $419.95, but does not provide any color/size information.
Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS) offers this product at $419.95, but does not provide any color/size information.
Backcountry.com offers this product at $419.95, but does not provide any color/size information.
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Perfect for 2 and packs | |
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| This is a great tent for 2 hikers and their gear. It is incredibly light and is insanely easy to set up. I don't think I will ever buy a tent that has pole sleeves again after using this tent. The tent poles pack up slightly bulky, but that is because they are nearly all connected in a hub pole set up. The ease of use definately makes up for the added bulk. Also, if you try to fit 3 adults in this tent, you will be sorry. You will be spooning each other all night. (I didn't mind so much considering that it is lighter than most 2 man tents anyway.) Other things to consider...this is a minimalist shelter, so there are some sacrifices to consider. The fabric for the floor and fly are very thin, so I have always used it with the footprint. The same goes for the netting. Baby it all. I have used mine a handful of times and have had no problems, but don't lend it the the scouts or clumsy friends. It wouldn't take much to tear that netting. Second is that you forego some of the niceties such as two door/vestibule design, full size zipper on the fly and greater interior volumes created by bridge pole systems. If these things don't bother you than buy it right now and you will love it. If they do bother you, go for the MSR Hubba series and you will get most of them along with a slightly heavier pack. The four stars is because this is rated as a 3 man tent when it is only usable as a 2 man, as well as I consider the materials are borderline too lightweight for heavy use. | |
| Hikeaz at REI on 11/16/2007 | |
Specs? 2 poles... not 6?!?!?! | |
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Don't know where Backcountry gets their specs... The Seedhouse SL 3 has 2 separate poles (not 6), one pole runs the long axis of the tent with a "V"-hub at the front and back. The second pole aligns width-wise across the tent, puling the tent wider at the middle, and making the sides almost vertical. | |
| mockery at Backcountry.com on 06/12/2009 | |
Lightest 3 man tent I've seen | |
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| I used this tent on a 20 mile/day backpacking trip. It's extremely lightweight on it's own and very easy to set up. However I only took 2 stakes(for the vestibule)and a footprint(floor seems delicate). My only complaint is the condensation under both the fly and the footprint. IT never dripped down to me but it was annoying to dry both in the mornings. We were in a very humid east texas forest during 50high/30low days in december. My local REI was out of the 2man tent but this 3man was still much lighter than all the other types of 2man tents. I loved the extra room and will keep this tent. I do wish the footprint extended to the vestibule area as well | |
| mandingo at REI on 01/01/2008 | |
"Best. Tent. Ever." | |
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| Took this tent to the top of Mt. Mitchell NC, the tallest peak east of the Mississippi. The campsites are at about 6500 feet, and the wind was howling. With the lightweight mesh walls, I thought I was going to freeze- couldn't have been more wrong. This tent kept out the wind, kept in the heat, and didn't get stuffy. Even though it was pitched inside a cloud, when you leaned against the walls there was no condensation inside. It is pricey, and only big enough for two people and gear (unless you're reeeeally close to your tentmate), but extremely lightweight. If you're looking for a top of the line tent, this is definitely top of the list. | |
| Christopher at Moosejaw on 10/14/2008 | |
I'm totally sold on Big Agnes | |
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I got this tent because of the weight and potential configurations with the footprint. If you get the footprint, this tent can be three totally functional, very different tents. My first trip with this tent was a short, two night excursion and the first night was 16 degrees F with 50mph gusts. We slept through the night in this 4.5lb tent! The vestibule is functional, but not huge. Ventilation is fantastic, but the wind doesn't sneak in under the fly. I've only tried two people with gear and it was decent. You could sleep 3, but the gear would have to stay outside and in the vestibule. | |
| Jason Cocklin at Backcountry.com on 01/04/2009 | |
Nice Tent | |
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Great tent for two people. Cool looking design. Plenty of elbow room. The square footage versus weight was the best I could find...... 36 square feet / 4+ pounds. The 46 inch height is relatively decent, too. Easy to set-up. The all-in-one rain fly/vestibule had ample tie-downs to keep it taut for high winds. The color (sage) blended nicely with the forest / granite surroundings. The interior side and overhead pockets for small gear kept the inside clutter to a minimum. Without the rain fly, it's a summer delight for viewing stars. Excellent quality / workmanship. | |
| Sierra Hiker at Backcountry.com on 09/20/2006 | |
love it! | |
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| I've used this mostly for dragging my kids (ages 8 and 15) out on the Colorado Trail. Nice and light, easy to set up and plenty of room for the three of us. I don't think I'd use it with 3 adults, but (as others have said) - plenty roomy for 2 adults and gear or dog.I've used it with the fly and footprint option as well. I loved it, but my squirmy son kept sliding out the sides...BTW - I scored this at a[...] sale at a much more reasonable price. | |
| babblingbrooks at REI on 07/12/2009 | |
Super light two-person plus tent | |
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| The Seedhouse SL 3 is a high quality and very light tent. Packability is superb. I've used this tent backpackting on the AT with my two daughters (12 and 9). There is sufficient sleeping space for us; but three adults would be tight. We've experienced light wind and rain with no leaks or stability problems. Set up is quick and easy. You can not store multiple backpacks in the small vestibule. In fact, the one-door design makes it difficult to store one backpack there. MSRP is high; look for it on sale. | |
| DiggerDog at Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS) on 07/22/2008 | |
It almost assembles itself | |
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| This tent is truly amazing, showing the miracle of modern materials. It is extremely light, plenty of room for a big man and his partner, and almost assembles itself. Be careful in a high wind, as it can blow away if not fastened down. Would buy it again in an instant. Saves 2 pounds over our old tent, not insignificant if you are packing any distance. | |
| Mike and Maggie at REI on 09/12/2007 | |
Very light and high quality for price | |
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| Good quality product and very easy to set up. Good size - very comfortable for two. Would be a little tight for three. | |
| John at Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS) on 11/04/2008 | |
Lightweight but a little fussy | |
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| I purchased the Seedhouse SL3 because its light weight and small pack size were great for a 3-person tent. It has enough room for two adults and a large dog. The tent sets up very easily with clips instead of sleeves for the poles. I can easily set it up by myself. I love how small this thing gets in its stuff sack. As the sole tent carrier, I appreciate the extra room in my bag as well as the reduced weight over my old tent. The poles, however, are a little bulky due to the way they fold up with that hub system. I found that the mesh goes very far down all around the tent, while the rain fly doesn't go down quite far enough. If you actually guy the fly out, you can end up with a cool breeze in your face (which may or may not be desirable). Along with that breeze can come dirt, and I've ended up with dirt blowing in on occasion. Typically I end up staking the fly straight down next to the tent. If you don't get the front of the tent staked out well, the door is kind of a pain to open. That's somewhat to be expected, but it seems worse in this tent than others I've had. The velcro on the vestibule always seems to be in the way when you're trying to unzip. I like this tent, but I think it could use some refinements. | |
| RyanL at REI on 09/17/2007 | |
Great tent, but....... | |
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| Super light tent but very poorly designed fly and door opening. Every time you open the vestibule door rain will leak right into the tent and soak anything in the front of the doorway. A brow pole would have been an easy, cheap and light weight solution. The vestibule is very tiny and is a boots only deal. Also, the Seedhouse sl 3 is only a 2 person tent (36 square feet does not translate to 3 REAL people). I hate it when gear companies lie abot specs in order to sell products and that is exactly what Big Agnes has done with this tent. Way over priced, too ! | |
| bigfoot37 at REI on 02/03/2008 | |
