REI Co-op Trailmade Backpacking Tent Review
By Marcus Bell · Senior Reviews Editor
Reviewed June 17, 2026
A roomy, beginner-friendly tent that won't crush your back or your budget.
#tent#backpacking#camping#freestanding
Overview
Color-coded poles and intuitive clips get you set up fast even at dusk, and the freestanding design pitches almost anywhere. Two doors and vestibules mean no climbing over your tentmate for a midnight bathroom run.
Why we picked it
- Our take: Best value.
- Price range: $200–$280.
- Where to buy: REI.
Marcus Bell
Senior Reviews Editor
Marcus has spent over a decade testing consumer tech and gadgets. He cares about whether a product earns its price in real life — not on a spec sheet.
