The Eureka Solitaire AL is a lightweight single-person bivy style tent that comes with durable aluminum tents poles. Weighing just 2 lbs 10 oz, the Solitaire AL costs $115 and provides backpackers with an interesting alternative to other solo backpacking tents costing …
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MSR Thru-Hiker Mesh House 1 Review
The MSR Thru-Hiker Mesh House 1 is a bug shelter that splits the difference between a bivy sack and a net tent, with trekking pole-supported height at the head end, tapering down to the ground at your feet. Specs at a Glance …
Read More »Sierra Designs High Side Tent 1P Review
The Sierra Designs High Side Tent is a single person, double-wall tent that’s a big step up in comfort from a bivy sack. While it features excellent ventilation and a side vestibule, one of the stand-out features of this tent are its …
Read More »Big Agnes Scout Platinum 1 Tent Review
The Big Agnes Scout Platinum 1 is a single-wall trekking pole tent that’s made with conventional tent fabrics but still only weighs 13 oz. Admittedly, that is a very attractive weight and price point for any ultralight tent, although it comes at …
Read More »NEMO GoGo Elite 1-Person Inflatable Bivy Tent Review
The NEMO GoGo Elite Inflatable Bivy Tent is a 1-person minimalist shelter that’s more spacious and comfortable than a bivy sack, but far more compact than most 1-person tents making it ideal for trips that require carrying a low volume load like …
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