Ultralight tents
Ultralight backpacking tents for lightweight hiking
The secrets of low weight
Weight savings come from material choices and tent size. Ultralight tents typically don’t have large vestibules, and the fabrics used are among the lightest available. Tear strength is admittedly one area where compromises are made in ultralight tents: when using an ultralight tent, treat sharp objects with even more care than usual.
Ultralight or just very light?
The word “ultra” implies something excessive or “beyond the norm.” When materials and structures are optimized for lightness at every point, using an ultralight shelter requires consideration: don’t head into an autumn mountain storm with the lightest tent on the market! Some manufacturers make a distinction between ultralight and lightweight trekking lines by naming products LW = Light Weight, as opposed to UL = Ultra Light.
The right tent for the right use
Always choose your tent according to the conditions: some ultralight tents are best suited for environments other than strong winds.
Favorite models
- Nordisk Telemark 1 LW is a feather-light solo tent
- Sea to Summit Telos 2 TR works excellently for two-person use
- MSR Hubba NX Solo is a popular solo tent for less extreme conditions
- Jack Wolfskin Stratos Lite is a lightweight two-person tent from Europe’s largest outdoor equipment manufacturer
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