Free Standing Ultralight Backpacking Tent

Best freestanding backpacking tent.

Free standing ultralight backpacking tent.

The rei co op quarter dome 2 is a legitimately great option for any backpacker seeking a premium free standing lightweight tent that won t break the bank. Among our favorite freestanding options it s 50 cheaper than the msr hubba hubba nx 2 and 100 cheaper than the big agnes copper spur hv ul2 while still offering the same large vestibules and near vertical sidewalls. Mountain safety research s flagship backpacking tent the hubba hubba nx is a lightweight freestanding three season two door two vestibule backpacking tent. The large dual vestibules eliminate the need to sleep with your gear in the tent.

It has very minimal setup procedure with few pieces and doesn t require additional excessive hardware making this the best ultralight backpacking tent for camping out in the wild. If you are a solo camper you will love this msr hubba nx. The full mesh walls create ample breathability while virtually eliminating condensation. This ultralight tent features waterproof dyneema that doesn t stretch or sag when it gets wet plus a durable floor and bug net that s easily removable.

Alps mountaineering lynx 1 person tent. The tent poles in the freestanding black diamond firstlight tent are positioned inside the tent and crossover each other slotting into four corner hubs that hold the single wall upright without stakes. Kelty tn 2 person. Gear guide to the best ultralight backpacking tents.

This budget friendly tent is ideal for backpackers looking for a well designed lightweight tent. Msr hubba nx 1 person lightweight backpacking tent. Like other tents and tarps made from dyneema the stratospire is expensive. Setup is a breeze thanks to color coding and its single pole design.

Big agnes has long been a dominant player in the ultralight category with the single door fly creek we gave it an editors choice award in 2010 and the tiger wall adds another entrance for only 4 ounces more. Ultralight backpacking tent for 2 people is a true masterpiece. Ultralight 1 person 2 person nylon cuben fiber dyneema freestanding and non freestanding tents tested by appalachian trail and pacific crest trail thru hikers. You can get it in one two.

If you want an easy pitch two doors and freestanding convenience for a hair over a pound per person this is your tent.