PEAX Solitude 4 Tipi Review ***Updated 8/1/23***

[Josh Boyd]

This spring I've been field testing the Solitude 4 tipi from Peax Equipment. It's a single pole / single wall shelter with a stove jack, two doors, ten stake loops, ten guy-out points, and an optional floor. As a new shelter to the market it has generated a few questions in the Sleep Systems forum. With a little more use I should have a plenty of nights out to answer most questions and write a solid review. Here are a few of the features that stand out so far.

***Update*** PEAX Solitude 4 Tipi Review



The optional clip-in floor is a great addition and can be used to optimize the pitch layout.



There is a gear loft included with the shelter with attachment points to add a second.



The double doors with two-way zippers are great for added ventilation and are great for access.





As the field testing continues, please use this thread for discussion, questions, and things you'd like to see covered in the review.

-Josh Boyd

 

[BOEHuntingEdition]

Following. Really debating between this and the Seek Cimmaron for late season elk hunt.

 

[BlueRidgeVA]

Is the floor worth the upgrade compared to a ground cloth?
On the stove side of the floor, does it have a side wall or is it flat?

 

[Josh Boyd]

Is the floor worth the upgrade compared to a ground cloth?
On the stove side of the floor, does it have a side wall or is it flat?

I've been sleeping on some wet ground this spring and the floor has helped keep the condensation minimized. If you are planning on using it a lot in similar conditions it could be worth it.

Both ends of the floor that face the doors are flat. The opposing sides have a short bathtub style wall.

 

[nick2021]

just got one myself and actually set it up last night.....plan on using in Alaska. I would have liked to have seen an option for a net insert when a stove isn't used....otherwise, nice tent.

 

[Drowe6]

Can you run a stove with the footprint?

 

[Josh Boyd]

Can you run a stove with the footprint?

Yes. There is an area of the floor that is zippered which opens up to place a stove on bare ground. The two green zippers can be seen in the photos above.


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[Gumtree801]

I just picked up a floorless shelter. Honestly, what's it like if you're in high country, not a ton of bugs, but surely some creepy crawlies? Going to spend my first night in it in July, just curious.

 

[nick2021]

Getting a teepee bug net to see how it works from another manufacturer. Can share results later

I just picked up a floorless shelter. Honestly, what's it like if you're in high country, not a ton of bugs, but surely some creepy crawlies? Going to spend my first night in it in July, just curious.

 

[Josh Boyd]

I just picked up a floorless shelter. Honestly, what's it like if you're in high country, not a ton of bugs, but surely some creepy crawlies? Going to spend my first night in it in July, just curious.

It is something I never think about where and when I use a floorless shelter.

 

[BOEHuntingEdition]

Pulled the trigger on the solitude.
Set it up in the yard today. Easy set up. It’s my first hot tent. Look forward to giving it a go with the argali stove this fall in Montana.

 

[nick2021]

Did you get the new argali stove? I have the same setup and am waiting for argali to titanium wood stove to ship. Really like the tent so far and can’t wait to see it with the stove setup for my alaska hunt this year.

Pulled the trigger on the solitude.
Set it up in the yard today. Easy set up. It’s my first hot tent. Look forward to giving it a go with the argali stove this fall in Montana.

 

[BOEHuntingEdition]

No I didn’t get the stove yet. Same boat as you waiting for it to ship. I think it’s going to be a solid combo!

 

[BlueRidgeVA]

Does anyone know if Peax has intentions of making a nest for the shelter?

Nick2021 - can you share an update on the nest you bought?

 

[nick2021]

Sure, once it comes in will post an update

Does anyone know if Peax has intentions of making a nest for the shelter?

Nick2021 - can you share an update on the nest you bought?

 

[Gunsandfitness]

Tagging in, I’m planning on doing some back country stuff this season and having a packable tent stove is super appealing to me.

 

[Grassymike]

You guys that have this shelter already, how does the cross brace idea work ? I looked at their site and think it uses a set of trekking poles, is that right ? Maybe someone could post a picture.

 

[nick2021]

So I tried this meeting I got from Amazon. Was a tad bit big, but with some fine tuning, should work. I’d assume if I am using netting during warmer weather, probably won’t be using the stove. A smaller one may provide a better fit, but at least this gives you some things to work with.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B09F3485WY/ref=ox_sc_saved_image_3?smid=A3PC9FMNLC08CC&psc=1

Does anyone know if Peax has intentions of making a nest for the shelter?

Nick2021 - can you share an update on the nest you bought?

 

[peax_equip]

Does anyone know if Peax has intentions of making a nest for the shelter?

Nick2021 - can you share an update on the nest you bought?

Full and Half nest options are in the works but probably won't launch until 2024.

 

[BlueRidgeVA]

Awesome - appreciate the feedback!