Re tents:

Six Moon Designs is having a 20% off sale this month. (not including cuben fiber items which, even if on sale, cost horrendous $$$ per ounce saved). At least 2 models of tents (one a hybrid double wall) at about 1 1/2 lbs. If you're interested, the sale makes it a good time to make a change!

Tarptent has issued some interesting new models. They have quite a few solo tents weighing as little as 1 1/2 lbs.
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