First ever tent

[HerdySheep]

Right, I think there's some agreement that a footprint for the tent will enhance performance and durability. Thus, I'll start looking into that as well (and, perhaps, re-evaluate some tents I've kicked from my list because I deemed their HH rating as being too low).
Would you go for a dedicated footprint from the manufacturer or have you opted for a DIY version (possibly more lightweight)?

[Scottk]

I used a tyvek one but it started to annoy me as it would hold moisture and get heavier. I'm going to make a polycro one for my next trip. You can find this if you look for a glazing window film.

[Mal Grey]

I have one for my Luxe SIL Habitat tent that conveniently works well with the VauDe too.

Another thing you can use, that is remarkably tough, is something called Polycro. Ultralight backpackers and bikepackers seem to use it as a groundsheet, so a mate got hold of some and gave me enough to use when bivvying. No idea where he got it, I'm afraid, but it looks like thin clear plastic sheeting, but is strong and tear resistant, whilst weighing very little.

[HerdySheep]

After actually lying in some tents and finding my partner needs at least 220 cm in length (if the tent's sides are straight!) we needed to reconsider everything and are now strongly tempted to get a Vaude Power Lizard SUL 2-3P. Would anyone recommend this tent or discourage us from buying it?

Thanks so much!

[Mantog]

How tall is your partner? I struggle with finding tents that fit me at 6’5” and had also been eying up the Power Lizard 2-3P, will watch this thread with interest!

[Mal Grey]

After actually lying in some tents and finding my partner needs at least 220 cm in length (if the tent's sides are straight!) we needed to reconsider everything and are now strongly tempted to get a Vaude Power Lizard SUL 2-3P. Would anyone recommend this tent or discourage us from buying it?

Thanks so much!

Can't help with the specific model, but am seriously happy with VauDe quality and design, owning an Invenio UL 2P. The only thing I've found wrong with it is a lack of any spare pegs (common to most brands). Spent 6 nights in it last week, and it handled some pretty wild stuff without the slightest problem.

Uttings often seem to have the best Vaude prices.

[HerdySheep]

We've finally made it and bought an MSR Access 2 tent. My partner just fits with his 6'2'' and it's supposed to stand up to the worst of weather (and as we are aiming for Scandinavia as well, I thought that sturdier is hopefully better).

If we hadn't bought this tent, we would have got the Vaude Taurus 2P UL, as it's long enough and supposedly a good tent for most weather.

Thanks again for all the advice you lot gave, I've learned a lot!