Ultra lightweight tent
 

I'm looking for an ultra lightweight, 2 person tent, with loads of ventilation for a desert trip. Max weight 3 kg, but preferably even less.

I live in the UK, but if there's something thats only available in the US or Canada that's fine.

Look at the bibler megamid. It is roomy, lightweight and good venelation. It will also take high winds well.

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John

Hi, just found this one on the inett. Dont know about the qualety..
Considering this one for myselfe
http://www.greatoutdoorsdepot.com/co...yx-2-tent.html

Have a look at the MSR Fusion 3. Top stuff. We're really pleased with it. Its loads of £££ though. (£350 if remember right).

Give us a buzz
Chris

Here is an article on what to look for in a tent. Many times you get what you pay for. If you are doing the occasional camping trip an inexpensive tent is fine. If you are going to climb mount everst you need a $700 tent. Most people fall between those two extreams. BTW I have no affilitation with this store, but have done alot of business with them and find they are honest and customer service is very good.

http://northernmountain.com/gearinfo/buytent.asp

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John

Hi, a Jack Wolfskin 2 might just be OK, bit heavier than you specified at 3.6 KG but it has a free standing inner mesh which can be used as a mosquito net on top of a bed in dodgy 3rd world hotels. I have just ordered one after being impressed by a friends tent whilst travelling through Africa, met a few people with them and they all seemed impressed, good price to, we have ordered ours from camping@outriggers-camping.co.uk for £135 inc p&p check out www.wolfskin.de for full info. Regards Chris

Hi,

I would go for a "good brand" Hilleberg, North face, Lowland.

If your off for a long time quality is all that count,s.

I have a lowland trailrunner III. Weight 2,3 kg and build with the best materials. (Carington, Taftan and Easton)... And still I have the ocasionally problem with zippers... But I have seen many more with cheaper (wolfskin, coleman) tents... and in the desert.. you don,t just walk into the shop for a new one http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/ubb/frown.gif

Cost monye, but sleeps well

Maarten


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- www.maartensworld.com -
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Also see a story I wrote a year or so ago for the site: http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/tri...ment/tents.php

Grant

Check MSR tent Zoid 2 person. Quality is good enough price almost too.

But you can get new on Ebay by 140$...