Hi all- Newbie here. This is my first post.

I'm preparing for a long-distance walk from the east to west coast of the USA this year. Among other things I'm looking for a lightweight one-person tent. I've been considering this Eureka Solitaire tent but think I'd be better off with something that was freestanding such as a pop-up tent. Any advice would be appreciated

http://www.amazon.com/Eureka-Solitaire-Tent-sleeps-1/dp/B000EQCVNY

If it's relevant, I'm a 48 y.o. male, height 5'6", weight about 140.