Posted: 12/27/2016 11:35:08 PM EDT
| Looking for semi lightweight tent recommendations. 1-2 person, 3 season. Tired of crappy tents. |
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Hammock? Or maybe tarp if you really want to go lightweight.
Your comfort level at the end of the day is almost inverse to your comfort level walking, but I am sure you know that. I like MSR, but any mentioned are good brands. Weight/comfort is what it comes down to. |
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Looking for semi lightweight tent recommendations. 1-2 person, 3 season. Tired of crappy tents. Big Agnes UL3. If you need it for two people get a 3 person. If just for one get a 2 person. Kifaru Sawtooth if you need a 4 season tent which can be heated. Beat by 3 minutes. |
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How much are you willing to spend? This is 8#. https://scontent-sea1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t31.0-8/416528_141806802620141_406757037_o.jpg?oh=2e6d68d2623dd1542c94ec12a1b0d2a8&oe=58F744EF Hmm maybe not a typical lightweight BACKPACKING tent (which is more like a tarp for the hardcore guys), but lightweight hunting tent...yes sir! Bad ass. Link please. |
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Hammock? Or maybe tarp if you really want to go lightweight. Your comfort level at the end of the day is almost inverse to your comfort level walking, but I am sure you know that. I like MSR, but any mentioned are good brands. Weight/comfort is what it comes down to. I have a nice hammock I use sometimes. As comfortable as they are, I tend to not sleep well in them. |
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I have a nice hammock I use sometimes. As comfortable as they are, I tend to not sleep well in them. Is this just for you or are you taking entertainment? That matters as well. Of course I have a two person tent I backpack with because I can sprawl out and have room for all my shit as well. |
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Hmm maybe not a typical lightweight BACKPACKING tent (which is more like a tarp for the hardcore guys), but lightweight hunting tent...yes sir! Bad ass. Link please. http://kifaru.net/portfolio_page/sawtooth/ If you're looking for more lightweight, like half the weight of the Sawtooth, look at the Kifaru Supertarp. |
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The black diamond megalight is what you seek. Buy the fly to go with it. Very light and durable. Used by the National Outdoor Leadership School all over the world.
I've had one for years. Never had an issue. Insanely light and easy to use/set up. Single pole design is flawless. http://www.backcountry.com/black-diamond-mega-light-4-person-shelter |
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http://kifaru.net/portfolio_page/sawtooth/ If you're looking for more lightweight, like half the weight of the Sawtooth, look at the Kifaru Supertarp. Actually, after looking through the website it is really quite lightweight for the durability-and being a 4 season. I must add this to my prep/hunt wishlist. I have been in the market for a basecamp 4 season like this. Cabela's outfitters tents have caught my eye, but they were just too heavy. I don't know how I missed this one. Thanks! |
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The black diamond megalight is what you seek. Buy the fly to go with it. Very light and durable. Used by the National Outdoor Leadership School all over the world. I've had one for years. Never had an issue. Insanely light and easy to use/set up. Single pole design is flawless. http://www.backcountry.com/black-diamond-mega-light-4-person-shelter Kifaru Makes killer shit. I'd love to own their tents/stove s I never sleep in tents though. I use a 10x12 syny tarp to sub zero temps for weeks on end. If I had to I do have a REI tent that doesn't have a floor and is very light. |
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Actually, after looking through the website it is really quite lightweight for the durability-and being a 4 season. I must add this to my prep/hunt wishlist. I have been in the market for a basecamp 4 season like this. Cabela's outfitters tents have caught my eye, but they were just too heavy. I don't know how I missed this one. Thanks! Be warned, it's hellishly expensive, but I've camped in some extreme conditions in it, in comfort. |
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Actually, after looking through the website it is really quite lightweight for the durability-and being a 4 season. I must add this to my prep/hunt wishlist. I have been in the market for a basecamp 4 season like this. Cabela's outfitters tents have caught my eye, but they were just too heavy. I don't know how I missed this one. Thanks! Quoted:
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http://kifaru.net/portfolio_page/sawtooth/ If you're looking for more lightweight, like half the weight of the Sawtooth, look at the Kifaru Supertarp. Actually, after looking through the website it is really quite lightweight for the durability-and being a 4 season. I must add this to my prep/hunt wishlist. I have been in the market for a basecamp 4 season like this. Cabela's outfitters tents have caught my eye, but they were just too heavy. I don't know how I missed this one. Thanks! I used to hang out at their forums. We'd all spend months in the woods. Their shit is solid. If you want rugged shit. Buy kifaru. |
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You don't say where you are but if you are anywhere there are biting insects you probably want netting. I love hammock and tarp camping but when bugs are about I want bug netting. Some ultralight tents and tarp style tents don't have bug netting so you either limit airflow by closing it up, you carry netting (adding weight back to your setup) or you get bit. Most bug sprays are not good for sleeping bags so I don't like spraying myself down before going to sleep.
My four season tent is an old North Face Aerohead, my three season is an REI Half Dome 2 Plus (I bought it primarily for motorcycle touring but have carried it as well). The REI replaced a damaged TNF Bullfrog. I've also got an ENO hammock setup. |
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How much are you willing to spend? This is 8#. https://scontent-sea1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t31.0-8/416528_141806802620141_406757037_o.jpg?oh=2e6d68d2623dd1542c94ec12a1b0d2a8&oe=58F744EF Tell us more about that stove! 
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I got rid of my Tarptent. Loved the concept but the damn thing was clammy as hell and I couldn't get the condensation to stop no matter how I pitched it.
I really like the BA copper spur, either the 1 or 2. I have both and they're fine, Light weight tents. Also have the Nemo Hornet 2P which I also really like. It comes in at about 2 lbs IIRC. Also like the Z Packs cuben soloplex tent. Lived in that for about 3 weeks. Little tight but is it ever lightweight. Also look around here for ideas Whiteblaze |
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For a good budget choice I'd get the Sierra Designs High Route tent designed by Andrew Skurka. If you don't know who he is, look him up. Great info on his website and Youtube.
If money is not an issue, I love my Z-Packs Duplex. I have a Big Agnes Fly Creek UL2 that I've used the most. It is a good tent, but I like not packing poles (the High Route and Z-Packs use trekking poles), I always worry about the tent poles getting bent or poking into other gear. Also, the thin material of the floor tears easily. I never pitched it without a footprint, and never pitched it over a bunch of sticks, but still got a few tears. I'd make my own Tyvek footprint if I use that tent again. |
| I picked up a Sierra Design Flashlight 2. Haven't got it out yet, but have set it up a few times in the backyard. Mixes a single and double wall and seems to have enough ventilation to prevent to much condensation. Isn't freestanding so it has to be staked out though. |
| If you aren't concerned about every last ounce, I recommend a Marmot Tungsten. They make 1 person up to a 4 person so pick your flavor. I've been all over the Rockies the last 2 years with a 3p or 4p. Plenty of room, nice vestibules, durable (I backpack with 2 dogs and no damage) and relatively light. |