Helm Elite 2 or MSR Elixir 2?
Hi everyone - hope it's ok to add to the pile of gear recommendation requests. I'm trying to decide between the 2 tents in the title. They're really similar, both freestanding, double vestibule, similar size and I've found them both online for the same price. I want something sturdy for Scottish wind and rain, and a vestibule big enough to store 30-50L packs, boots and to cook in bad weather. Weight is a factor but it'll be split between two people so I'm not counting grams. If anyone has experience with either tent or the similar Helm Compact 2 who can help me decide, opinions will be very appreciated! My only ask is that you don't add more recommendations for other tents to look at because I've already spent far too long researching(!) Thank you!!
Helm Elite 2
+Lighter (2.13kg) but sil/nylon which I don't have experience with but I read that it sags in the rain and can get heavy, anyone have thoughts on this?
+Pitches all in one
-smaller vestibules (54cm x 2)
MSR Elixir 2
-heavier (2.8kg)
-pitches inner first which I'm not keen on but I've seen you can manage to outer first if you need to
+bigger vestibules (66cm x 2)
+comes with a footprint