Originally Posted By Jim M
I have been using a tarp as my shelter lately and enjoying it (1.5 lbs.). However in some situations (above the tree line or in a buggy area for example) a solo tent might be worth carrying. Are there any lightweight tents that I might experiment with that don't cost an arm and a leg? As usual I suspect the truly lightweight tents are very expensive.


I have a Terra Hiker tent and it took thunderstorm happily. I'm very happy with this tent. It's light and I can set it quite easily.