Hornet Elite OSMO 2P Tent

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Ultralight, weather-resistant, and now more sustainable, the updated Hornet Elite OSMO 2P strikes a balance between minimalist weight and functional comfort.

Nemo says: 

Already the ultimate tent for extreme minimalists, Hornet Elite OSMO takes it to the next level with thoughtful updates and our new proprietary OSMO™ fabric. Delivering 4x better water repellency and 3x less stretch when wet, our new OSMO tent fabric is also made from 100% recycled yarns free from PFAS. The first of its kind, it was carefully designed for both exceptional performance and reduced impact on the planet.

The Elite moniker means we’ve examined every detail of this tent for weight savings and performance enhancement. The poles are top-shelf DAC Featherlite. Every stitch, cord, and webbing detail are optimized for weight and strength. Our Nightlight Pocket™ headlamp diffuser adds a warm glow at night without the weight of built-in lighting. And our patent-pending Flybar™ volumizing pole clip brings headroom to the interior volume without adding unnecessary ounces. The Hornet Elite OSMO tent also features our convenient new Gatekeeper™ door tie-back and our Divvy Cube™ rectangular stuff sack that nests more efficiently in your pack and allows you to split the weight with a partner. By driving technology and design forward, NEMO’s Hornet Elite OSMO is a maximalist approach to minimalist design.

Our Verdict

At 802g, the updated Hornet Elite OSMO 2P remains one of the lightest semi-freestanding double-wall tents available. The new OSMO fabric enhances water resistance and reduces stretch when wet, with the added benefit of being fully recyclable and PFAS-free.

Interior space is improved slightly thanks to the Flybar clip at the apex, which helps lift the inner walls. It’s still a close fit for two, but two standard-width mats do fit side by side. For solo use, as I would predominantly use this tent, it feels spacious with room to sprawl and plenty of space for my kit. Setup is quick and intuitive with a single-hub pole and colour-coded attachments. The mesh canopy offers strong airflow, and raised fly edges help reduce condensation build-up in humid conditions.

Durability is good for a tent this light, but care is needed on abrasive ground, especially without a footprint. It’s not designed for exposed summits, so careful site selection is important in strong winds.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• High-performance, high-strength OSMO™ poly-nylon ripstop fabric has 4x better water repellency and 3x less stretch when wet. OSMO fabric is made from 100% recycled yarns that are PFAS-free and meet flame retardancy standards without the use of added chemicals.
• Generous doors and vestibules for each person with Gatekeeper door tie-backs provide more coverage and ease of entry.
• New Divvy Cube™ rectangular stuff sack allows you to still split the weight with your partner, but packs more efficiently in your backpack.
• Patent-pending Flybar™ volumizing pole clip adds more room at the head and distributes fly tension evenly.
• Triangulated volumizing guy-outs at corners increase volume at the foot, protecting sleeping bags from tent wall condensation.
• Nightlight Pockets™ turn your headlamp into a tent lantern while removing blue light and casting an even glow.
• DAC Featherlite® poles boast minimal weight and connect with a single hub for lightning-quick setup.
• 100% recycled Repreve® pole bag replaces disposable packaging as part of our 100K Polybag Elimination Project.
• Protected by the NEMO Lifetime Warranty.

Specifications

UOG Weights – 

• Flysheet weighs: 237g
• Inner tent weighs: 332g
• Poles weigh: 233g
• Total weight: 802g (excludes pegs & bags)
• Pegs x 6 weigh: 99g

Nemo Weights & Specs – 

• Minimum Weight: 1 lb 11 oz / 779 g
• Packed Weight: 2 lb 1 oz / 935 g
• Capacity: 2-Person
• Season: 3 Season
• Packed Size: 19.0 x 4.0 x 2.0 in / 48 x 10 x 5 cm
• Peak Height: 37 in / 94 cm
• Floor Area: 27.3 sq ft / 2.5 sq m
• Floor Dimensions: 85 x 50 / 42 in / 216 x 128 / 107 cm
• Vestibule Area: 85 x 50 / 42 in / 216 x 128 / 107 cm
• Freestanding: Semi-Freestanding
• Door Quantity: 2
• Vestibule Quantity: 2
• Color: Aluminum / Stormy Night
• Stuff Sack: Divvy Cube

Material & Construction

• Canopy Fabric: No-see-um mesh
• Rainfly Fabric: OSMO™ Ripstop (1200 mm)
• Floor Fabric: OSMO™ Ripstop (1200 mm)

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