Best 1p Tent Options?

[Sylus]

The title pretty much says it all. I am looking for a good 1 man tent suitable for backpack hunting. Do you guys have any suggestions? The Kuiu Ultra Star has my attention, anyone have experience with it?

[300rum700]

Hilleberg enan and akto. By the time you are done paying for a kuiu tent you would have spent the same on a far superior Hilleberg. Watch eBay for Hillebergs.

[Sylus]

I''ll have to check them out. Thanks for the input.

[Skull Hunter]

I picked up the Big Agnes Fly Creek UL 2 last year. Even though it's listed as a 2 person tent, its really only suitable for 1. I'm a little concerned about how it'll handle a big wind storm, but other than that I'm really happy with it. Size and weight are really reasonable for backpacking.

[Lastcar]

I'd also check out the floor less options. Seek Outside LBO with vestibule or Kifaru Megatarp with annex are a palace for one guy, can handle two and weigh less than screened and floored tents.

You our can also add a titanium wood stove. Bug season you can use a bivy or in the case of the LBO their nest.

Very light, spacious and versatile.

I am am using the LBO and Borah gear bivy or a tyvek sheet for when bugs are absent for this season. Wish I had ordered my stove in time as looks like we'll get rained on next week.

I'll post a review next week but tons of reviews on both all around the internets.

Www.seekoutside.com or www.kifaru.com

[Sylus]

I'd also check out the floor less options. Seek Outside LBO with vestibule or Kifaru Megatarp with annex are a palace for one guy, can handle two and weigh less than screened and floored tents.

You our can also add a titanium wood stove. Bug season you can use a bivy or in the case of the LBO their nest.

Very light, spacious and versatile.

I am am using the LBO and Borah gear bivy or a tyvek sheet for when bugs are absent for this season. Wish I had ordered my stove in time as looks like we'll get rained on next week.

I'll post a review next week but tons of reviews on both all around the internets.

Www.seekoutside.com (http://Www.seekoutside.com) or www.kifaru.com (http://www.kifaru.com)

Cool, the megatarp just seems like a lot to pay for something with no floor. But then again, quality doesn't come cheap

[Lastcar]

Cool, the megatarp just seems like a lot to pay for something with no floor. But then again, quality doesn't come cheap

Ya, nothing Kifaru is cheap. I went LBO with the vestibule for the versatility. Ample shelter without the vestibule on a dry warm trip. Be like having the garage door open. You can see on their site you can combo up other "parts" to make bigger shelters. Price was better which was a factor. But hasn't stopped me from still wanting to try a Megatarp.

That said, Kifaru is a classic case of buy once cry once. Plus they hold their resale value insanely well. And sell quickly on Rokslide.

I look at the lack of floor as a plus. Hard to make a mess, keep your boots on with no muck or crap to shake out later. But I hear you, you'd think it'd go the other way with the price. :)

Both made in America to order. So you know someone who gives a crap is putting your shelter together. Which isn't to say there is problems with high end gear made overseas. Unless the company specs and chosen materials aren't terrible... *cough* KUIU *cough*. But really where stuff is made matters less and less to me if its a brand I trust. To either get it right or do the right thing if it isn't right.

I am just outside Logan Lake most weekends from now through end of November. If you're heading up that way and want to take a look, send word.

A much more economical and sounds like plenty fine floor less model is the Mountainsmith LT. SR80 just got one and said he likes what he sees so far after setting it up.

[Trekker]

Sylus, I have a seekoutside LBO with 3 piece vestibule for sale. brand new never used. let me know if you want it.

[Lionhill]

This is my next purchase for ultralight single person:


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fW3KLE9AVHs

[Sylus]

Sylus, I have a seekoutside LBO with 3 piece vestibule for sale. brand new never used. let me know if you want it.

Thanks for the offer. I'm trying to get the funds together for Kifaru DT1 right now however. Shelter will have to wait until I sort that out.

[Sylus]

That said, Kifaru is a classic case of buy once cry once. Plus they hold their resale value insanely well. And sell quickly on Rokslide.

I am just outside Logan Lake most weekends from now through end of November. If you're heading up that way and want to take a look, send word.


Yeah, I will be going the Kifaru route for a pack and there definitely will be some crying when I pay for that, but if that is the only time that pack makes me cry it will be worth it. Thanks for the offer to check the LBO out, I will be sure to let you know if I am in the neighborhood.

[Useyourfeet]

A second for the Hilleberg Akto, absolutely bomber and light with a couple very easy mods.

[.264winmag]

Had the Big Agnes fly creek ul1 for 4 years, great backpack tent. 2lb1oz and holding up well. Couldn't imagine not having a floor after how bad the bugs were last August in sheep country!

[KTownKiller]

That's easy. Tarptent...made in the US, lightweight, tough, and affordable. I got the three man, Cloudburst last summer. Incredable at just 3-4 lbs! https://www.tarptent.com/

Just order direct from the designer and owner, Henrey Shires. They'd be too expensive if they were in stores, so he just sells them direct to avoid all the markups.

[REMINGTON JIM]

The title pretty much says it all. I am looking for a good 1 man tent suitable for backpack hunting. Do you guys have any suggestions? The Kuiu Ultra Star has my attention, anyone have experience with it?

Local Vancouver product ! :smile: RJ

https://www.taigaworks.ca/cart.php?m=product_detail&p=12

[Rob]

Ive got the Big Agnes Fly Creek UL 2 as well, so does my hunting partner, with the footprint it comes in at 3 lbs and packs small. You can put 2 people in it but I wont...unless its my wife. Its wide enough for 2 sleeping pads and thats it. It is also a free standing tent if you wanted to just take the fly, but early sheep season there is too many skeeters to do it comfortably. I also have a Sierra Designs lighting 3 man which comes in at 6lbs and is pretty much bullet proof, On a goat hunt we had a brutal storm blow in, the tent was slapping down on our sleeping bags from the high gusts and it held its own. Splitting this up btw 2 people is the same as the Big Agnes weight. I like my own space though. having 2 smaller tents gives you a good option as far as spiking out goes. We also carry 1 sil tarp.

[Sylus]

Had the Big Agnes fly creek ul1 for 4 years, great backpack tent. 2lb1oz and holding up well. Couldn't imagine not having a floor after how bad the bugs were last August in sheep country!

That is a good thing to consider. Between you and Rob Big Agnes is sounding pretty good right now.

[scott_karana]

Is Integral Designs still a Canadian outfit, or are they made overseas now?

[Rackmastr]

If I had the choice of a good garbage bag or a KUIU tent, I'd take the garbage bag without hesitation. I would NEVER buy a KUIU tent, period.

The Hilleberg Akto is hard to beat. The new Enan looks like a heck of a cool tent as well. Hilleberg makes some amazing gear and the Akto has been tried and tested and is the 'standard' IMO.

I have a Tarptent SS1 but have minimal use out of it so far. Hope to put it to the test some more this summer. BA makes some great tents as well, but no first hand experience from me.

[Ourea]

Sylus

I have a MSR Carbon Reflex 2.
2lbs and change.
Compact, premium quality and can handle weather.

If you just need a tent for a trip or two this fall...I have no issue offering this tent to you.
Just pay the shipping...return it when done.

Cheers.

[Ourea]

Said tent.

http://www.cascadedesigns.com/msr/tents/experience-series/carbon-reflex-2/product

Extremely pleased with it.
Been caught in heavy rain, pelting wet snow......was snug as a bug.

[Stresd]

Tarptent Stratospire 2. Awesome 2 person, 3 in a pinch. Under 3 lbs and has never let me down, even in some horrendous mountain weather.

All season capable--will handle moderate snowfall.Strong dual trekking pole support.Double wall, dual entry, and dual large vestibules.Separate living compartment clips up to fly and iscompletely removable.Fly and interior can be set up independently.Interior can widen to fit 3 standard width pads.Interior never gets wet during entry, exit, setup ortakedown in storms.Very roomy with steep walls and excellent headroom.Fast pitch—2 minutes from sack to pitched.Reflective spectra cord guyline

https://www.tarptent.com/stratospire2.html

[charlie_horse]

Stresd would the stratospire be good for 2 people and a dog?

[Stresd]

Stresd would the stratospire be good for 2 people and a dog?

HasTwo vestibles that will handle a 7200 pack in each and still have room for boots, rifles etc and my 85 lb mutt.

http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g86/Stresd/P1030763_zpsbbw8uk6l.jpg (http://s54.photobucket.com/user/Stresd/media/P1030763_zpsbbw8uk6l.jpg.html)

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[charlie_horse]

Awesome, leaning towards that tent

[.264winmag]

HasTwo vestibles that will handle a 7200 pack in each and still have room for boots, rifles etc and my 85 lb mutt.

http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g86/Stresd/P1030763_zpsbbw8uk6l.jpg (http://s54.photobucket.com/user/Stresd/media/P1030763_zpsbbw8uk6l.jpg.html)

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That's a cool rig! If you want to leave set up for day of hiking I take it your poles need to be left with it?

[Rackmastr]

They sell a replacement pole kit for the tent as well. My SS1 comes in at 3lbs with the replacement pole set. Nice and sturdy too.

[Stresd]

That's a cool rig! If you want to leave set up for day of hiking I take it your poles need to be left with it?

I have the replacement pole set for if I am staying in one place and need my poles. Only takes a sec to switch them out. They are No where as sturdy as the Hiking poles in rough weather though.

2 extra 8" pegs and the replacement poles are what I would add to the order if you are buying the tent from Henry.

https://www.tarptent.com/cgi-bin/surfshop1/shop.cgi?ud=CAsGDAEPBgIFAxQXFx0XHQEEAwcHBgMIAggRFA AA&t=main.htm&storeid=1&sortby=itemid&cols=3&c=detail.htm&itemid=103&bcount=1&categories=00011&fromcat=00011

[Ry151]

Ive got the Big Agnes Fly Creek UL 2 as well, so does my hunting partner, with the footprint it comes in at 3 lbs and packs small. You can put 2 people in it but I wont...unless its my wife. Its wide enough for 2 sleeping pads and thats it. It is also a free standing tent if you wanted to just take the fly, but early sheep season there is too many skeeters to do it comfortably. I also have a Sierra Designs lighting 3 man which comes in at 6lbs and is pretty much bullet proof, On a goat hunt we had a brutal storm blow in, the tent was slapping down on our sleeping bags from the high gusts and it held its own. Splitting this up btw 2 people is the same as the Big Agnes weight. I like my own space though. having 2 smaller tents gives you a good option as far as spiking out goes. We also carry 1 sil tarp.
Just bought a flu creek ul2 but dont like the vent in the foot area. Looks like your feet could get wet easy in a rain storm. Have you ever had this problem?

[decker9]

Just picked up a hubba hubba nx, 3lb 9oz on the scale. Wss has all they'r tents 40% off this week to, good time to buy.

[BgBlkDg]

I posted on this on another thread recently and will reiterate here. I have owned-used many mountain tents since my first purchased in the late 60s and from both Euro. and US and Canuck makers. I have spent weeks at a time living out of some of them and in the Kootenay winter as well as every other month.

Hillebergs are THE BEST tents I have ever used by far and are actually worth the ungodly cost, here you really do get what you pay for. My second choice is the superb single wall GT tents made in Calgary by Integral Designs, BUT, the ones now sold under that name and made in China, are crap by comparison. These can still be found sometimes, in good shape, pre-owned, on various hiking forums classified sections, but, tend to sell fast.

I was going to sell my spare one, but, decided to keep it in my truck pack for any unplanned camp. They, are the lightest, genuine expedition-grade shelter I would trust in all BC conditions. They, can-do have condensation issues, but, a half sponge and a few minutes takes care of that.

I also like Mountain Hardware and some MSR tents, but, none of these is quite up to Hilles, however, they are a lot less $$$$$.

I will no longer use any of the ultralight single wall shelters as a stand alone camp especially alone, I have done this and found that a free standing tent is much more versatile and sets up better in high winds. I do like such a rig for cooking in and am contemplating buying a Seek Outside Cimarron when I have some $$$$ to spare.

HTH, JMHO.

[375shooter]

I'm looking at the ZPacks shelters. They look to be the lightest shelters available that have a floor and mosquito netting.

http://www.zpacks.com/shelters.shtml

[.264winmag]

Local Vancouver product ! :smile: RJ

https://www.taigaworks.ca/cart.php?m=product_detail&p=12

Thanks for the tip, bringing a good buddy along for first sheep hunt. He needed a tent and I've always wanted a bivy lol. Ordered last one available today, currently in production. Very pleasant people to deal with, review to come in a few weeks.

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