Sometimes, you want to shed pounds without losing inches. Especially with tents. Several tent makers have figured out how to get the weight off your back without making you sacrifice comfort in camp.

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No, free-standing is NOT worth the extra weight and pole. I m all for free-standing tents I use them a lot but part of their rationale is ease of use and the ability to set them up in a storm and on a ...

Tent poles have to be one of the most hated types of sports equipment in the world. They represent the long, difficult process of setting that huge, overly complex base camp tent up at quarter to ...

When you’re backpacking alone, niceties go out the window. A stove is unnecessary if you’re well-stocked with granola bars. And you certainly don’t need a tent when you can sleep under a tarp or the ...

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A new generation of freestanding ultralight tents has been rolling out over the past year or so to make backpacking and other backcountry activities more convenient than ever. Durston Gear's X-Dome 1+ ...

A backpacking tent for two people must strike the perfect balance between weight, interior space and weather protection without adding unnecessary bulk to your pack. What works for one group of ...

Adventuring in the great outdoors offers a wonderful chance to experience nature and disconnect alongside friends and family. A successful trip takes proper planning, and a backpacking tent is a ...