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xftnfnb7
07-20-2011, 21:54
I'm looking for a light weight shelter for 1. This will be used in upstate NY in August. I have three requirements:
1. Keep out the rain.
2. Don't break the bank (under $100)
3. MUST keep bugs out. For a camper I'm pretty intolerant of the little things.
I'm open to thinking about tarps with netting
Any thoughts....
Dyslexic Dancer
07-20-2011, 22:03
I have this 2lb 12oz tent and I like it http://www.amazon.com/Eureka-Spitfire-Tent-sleeps-1/dp/B000EQ8VIS/ref=wl_it_dp_o?ie=UTF8&coliid=I2PLJ13U0L3MR5&colid=12DY8KA9EO5KY
MuddyWaters
07-20-2011, 23:11
must define your idea of "lightweight". Mine would be around 2 lbs or less.
Best lightweight bang for buck ,IMO is the new Six Moon Designs skyscape scout, 34 oz., $125.
k2basecamp
07-21-2011, 00:07
I have the ll bean microlight for 1. I like the headroom compared to the bivy - sac types. Only $138 with free shipping
Feral Bill
07-21-2011, 02:18
Basic flat tarp and add on bug net. <2 lbs and $100.
wcgornto
07-21-2011, 04:17
Not quite under $100
Skyscape Scout
http://www.sixmoondesigns.com/tents.html?page=shop.product_details&flypage=flypage_smd.tpl&product_id=56&category_id=7
vamelungeon
07-21-2011, 05:06
I have this 2lb 12oz tent and I like it http://www.amazon.com/Eureka-Spitfire-Tent-sleeps-1/dp/B000EQ8VIS/ref=wl_it_dp_o?ie=UTF8&coliid=I2PLJ13U0L3MR5&colid=12DY8KA9EO5KY
I have the same tent. Love it.
http://whiteblaze.net/forum/vbg/files/2/1/7/2/9/img-20110629-00026_thumb.jpg[/URL ([URL]http://whiteblaze.net/forum/vbg/showimage.php?i=47205)]
sir limpsalot
07-21-2011, 05:49
http://whiteblaze.net/forum/vbg/files/2/1/6/4/3/071211_163240__thumb.jpg (http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showimage.php?i=47469&catid=member&imageuser=21643)SMDhttp://whiteblaze.net/forum/vbg/files/2/1/6/4/3/071211_162029__thumb.jpg (http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showimage.php?i=47475&catid=member&imageuser=21643) skyscape is a good one to consider...I just got it, but it seems up to the task (if you use hiking poles).
http://whiteblaze.net/forum/vbg/files/2/1/6/4/3/071211_163143__thumb.jpg (http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showimage.php?i=47466&catid=member&imageuser=21643)
You might check out www.tarptent.com (http://www.tarptent.com) as well as www.sixmoondesigns.com (http://www.sixmoondesigns.com) both have tents that should meet your requirements.
hikerboy57
07-21-2011, 09:06
Big Agnes FlyCreek UL!/UL2.The two man has a pack weight of 2lb/4oz.
xftnfnb7
07-21-2011, 10:57
Tarps are easy and cheep. I can get a green one at any home depot, Any thoughts on the mosquito net. I was thinking of a Sea to Summit single.
http://www.seatosummit.com/products/display/88
(http://www.seatosummit.com/products/display/88)
xftnfnb7
07-21-2011, 10:59
As to the weight I'm going with MuddyWaters suggestion of under 2 lbs.
Doc Mike
07-21-2011, 11:18
used hennesey hammock should be about 100$ no bugs, no rain and extreme comfort.
Hammock with net (see link) and poncho tarp.
http://store.grandtrunkgoods.com/hammocks/ultralight-skeeter-beeter-hammock
cavediver256
07-21-2011, 11:33
I would be careful in the hammock arena, you can start off with an inexpensive setup, but it usually leads to bigger and better toys!!!! ;-)
You might want a double net, I have the single and it is tight, though ok for just sleeping under--no floor so you will need a ground cloth. Run some thin elastic, walmart sewing dept, through the existing hem and the net will stay under your pad and bag without being staked out. Run a ridgeline to throw your tarp over and tie the top of the net to it.
A plastic tarp will work but is heavy compared to nylon, even regular coated nylon. And it will be in the landfill while a nylon version is still going strong. And plastic is noisy and hard to work with. The gromets are usually very weak on cheap ones. A better choice would be a regular nylon tarp about 6x8 to 10x12 depending how you use it. Try campmor--$ 20 to 30 should do it but you will like it a lot better.
Tarps are easy and cheep. I can get a green one at any home depot, Any thoughts on the mosquito net. I was thinking of a Sea to Summit single.
http://www.seatosummit.com/products/display/88
(http://www.seatosummit.com/products/display/88)
Not quite under $100
Skyscape Scout
http://www.sixmoondesigns.com/tents.html?page=shop.product_details&flypage=flypage_smd.tpl&product_id=56&category_id=7
X2
Love mine... QUICK setup and take down. Very breathable. Super easy to get a tight pitch. 3 stake setup. No bulk so packs easy. I've already had mine in pretty high wind and rain and it seems rock solid. Don't have to worry about finding a tree for a hammock and/or finding a perfect place to tarp if the weather is bad. If you want to spend around 100$ and this be your only sleep system for a while, can't beat it IMO.