Lightweight tent that doesn't use trekking poles

[RichardMargarine]

I've owned both. Go with the tarptent and you'll be happy.

Which tarp tent is that?

 

[ELKOHUNTER]

Which tarp tent is that?

The rainbow and double rainbow are closest to the two you listed. I ended up with a double rainbow.

 

[RichardMargarine]

The rainbow and double rainbow are closest to the two you listed. I ended up with a double rainbow.

I will check it out. Thanks

 

[arlenmyles]

I will check it out. Thanks

Ive got two Tarptents, USA made is a priority. An 8yo Double Rainbow and a HogBack. Ive been very impressed with them. Might look into getting a lighter 1 person from Henry. Ive been looking at the Notch and the Stratosphere.

 

[Deli]

So I ended up getting the X-Mid 2 solid based on the recommendations, price, and capability to stretch into later seasons. I've set it up twice and it couldn't be easier. I want to thank everyone for the input and feedback as it helped in my decision. Like I had said, I started a thread based on not wanting a trekking pole tent and got such great information here and through DM's that I ended up with one. My buddies got the Kuiu mountain start 2 so curious to compare their setup during out hunt. I may give a review on here after my trip to hopefully help others with my experience.

 

[*zap*]

I hope it works well for you.

 

[KyleM4130]

I have an REI Flash Air 2 that’s super lightweight and packable and can use either it’s own pole system or trekking poles. I really like it for the room and air flow. Recently took it on an Idaho bear hunt and had a bit of condensation, but nothing crazy. It got down to 28* and had frost on the outside of the tent when I woke up, so I was expecting it. So far it’s been a great setup.

 

[Aplonsky]

I was on a 7 day traverse in the high Sierra's last summer and my buddy had a Moment- he really liked it and it did really well on a couple of high wind nights.

If you want more room look at their Stratospire (you can get poles from them vs using trekking poles)

I have the Stratospire Li and would highly recommend. They're bombproof - mine's been through some brutal above treeline storms without any issues. Very light, comfortable for two people and large enough vestibules for packs on both sides.

 

[TravelinBri74]

I wonder why nobody has mentioned the new MSR Freelite. I have not used it, but had my eye on it.

 

[mtwarden]

I looked at the Freelite. I was really hoping it was going to be a two pole crossed design; a design that has proven out for close to 50 years. Looking at the design of the Freelite,if they went to a two pole cross it might add 3-5 oz to the weight.

I'd buy one

 

[BBob]

was really hoping it was going to be a two pole crossed design; a design that has proven out for close to 50 years.

Totally agree. That single pole over the top and down to the foot design doesn’t do well in bad weather. Owned a few and not again.

 

[mtwarden]

I had one of their recent four season tents with a similar pole setup, but it was doubled on both ends (like a big Y). More futzy to set up and imho not as strong as the “old fashion” dual cross poles.

 

[BBob]

^^^^ I still have a Bibler I-Tent. A bit heavy but bomber! I don’t pack it anywhere anymore but still use it if the weather is going to be bad or really cold.

 

[mtwarden]

I'm convinced that manufacturers today could easily draw up a lightweight version of a two pole-cross design and be at 2-2.5 ish lbs. With DCF, even lighter yet.

There was an outfit in Japan that built a single wall (DCF w/ an eVent membrane), but they could no longer source the fabric so quit making it. My buddy has one and he offered to sell it to me, I didn't jump on it and he changed his mind and kept it

 

[BBob]

There was an outfit in Japan that built a single wall (DCF w/ an eVent membrane), but they could no longer source the fabric so quit making it.

Was that Locus Gear? I was super close a few times buying one but covid hit and ended that. I haven’t looked back lately.

Edit: It’s still discontinued due to no fabric. Was a very cool tent.

Edit: Locus still offers one. Basically an I-Tent design at 33oz or so. Add the mesh for the door and it’s 35ish

 

[mtwarden]

Yup that's the one

My buddy's

 

[MT-nuffgun]

River Country Products Trekker Tent 2, Trekking Pole Tent, Ultralight Backpacking Tent
https://a.co/d/fFI9Bc4. I just got back from a bear hunt using this tent. It was pretty awesome for the price. I just tied the ends to a couple of trees instead of using my trekking poles. I did seal the seams and spray it down with waterproofing spray prior to taking it hunting. Can’t complain, easy and cheap.

 

[Brontosaurus]

I'm convinced that manufacturers today could easily draw up a lightweight version of a two pole-cross design and be at 2-2.5 ish lbs. With DCF, even lighter yet.

There was an outfit in Japan that built a single wall (DCF w/ an eVent membrane), but they could no longer source the fabric so quit making it. My buddy has one and he offered to sell it to me, I didn't jump on it and he changed his mind and kept it

Get ready for the sticker shock of your life but these guys make something similar as well. Light, bomber, breathable.

Samaya ASSAUT2 ULTRA

Conçue entièrement en Dyneema®, cette tente 2 places de moins de 1 kg est un combiné du savoir-faire Samaya et de matériaux à la pointe de la technologie.

us.samaya-equipment.com

 

[Amand]

I have the BA copper spur and pretty happy with it. I like the option of leaving the tent setup and still having poles for the days hunt but that xmid is definitely tempting

 

[mtwarden]

Get ready for the sticker shock of your life but these guys make something similar as well. Light, bomber, breathable.

Samaya ASSAUT2 ULTRA

Conçue entièrement en Dyneema®, cette tente 2 places de moins de 1 kg est un combiné du savoir-faire Samaya et de matériaux à la pointe de la technologie.

us.samaya-equipment.com

Wow- nice looking tent I'm afraid my darling wife would kill me if I were to order one