Tarp teepee
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I had one and gave it away to a friend's kids.....it's not really a comfortable or useful space.
I honestly thought that a fishing shelter would be a better option.
Like this kind of thing.....
www.anglingdirect.co.uk
Each to their own though.
I honestly thought that a fishing shelter would be a better option.
Like this kind of thing.....
Advanta MZ 2 Man Bivvy
Key Features Brilliant value fishing bivvy with maximised internal space 5000HH, 150D Polyester with taped seams Roll-back front panels Two-door panel options: green or mozzi Two pole frame, rigid 16mm 6061 aluminium Three joints/pole for quick and easy assembly Supplied with in-line tension...
www.anglingdirect.co.uk
Each to their own though.
Not to your requirements, no, just advice on what to avoid.
You will have seen the post about small tipis and how the lower angled small ones leave little stirring room.
I use a 3M x 3M (60 degree) tipi but I cannot recommend any of them for back packing.
If you can guarantee being able to sling it from a tree and are happy to risk not take poles at all then at <£100 it’s not going to make much difference. Buy one and work on it
Mine was crap when New and it’s taken years to get it where I want it.
You will have seen the post about small tipis and how the lower angled small ones leave little stirring room.
I use a 3M x 3M (60 degree) tipi but I cannot recommend any of them for back packing.
If you can guarantee being able to sling it from a tree and are happy to risk not take poles at all then at <£100 it’s not going to make much difference. Buy one and work on it
Mine was crap when New and it’s taken years to get it where I want it.
Have a look at DD's own.
www.ddhammocks.com
DD Pyramid Tent
The DD SuperLight Pyramid Tent: DD Hammocks 1-person lightweight backpacking tent. Just add a hiking pole! (Mesh inner sold separately.)
www.ddhammocks.com
Most probably nylon due to keeping the weight down. I wouldn't use it for trekking, only in the woods so weight isn't so much of an issue. I have looked at the lavvu, it's something I'm considering....Are you looking specifically for something made of polyester or nylon? There is the cotton canvas Polish Lavvu?
Luxe Outdoor have a good reputation iirc. Not sure how readily available they are over here. Otherwise there's DD and Naturehike. I only have experience with the Polish Lavvu.
Not a Tepe the 3FUL Lanshan 2 trekking pole tent might be worth a look at, too.
Not a Tepe the 3FUL Lanshan 2 trekking pole tent might be worth a look at, too.
You may find a Golite Hex 3 or a Shangri-La 3 tent "pre-loved" somewhere.
I still use my Hex 3 occasionally and remain pleased with it. You can use the pole or suspend it from a tree or equivalent. You can use it a) with the inner, b) without the inner, c) with the floor.
If I recall correctly the Shangri-La 3 was an updated Hex 3.
I still use my Hex 3 occasionally and remain pleased with it. You can use the pole or suspend it from a tree or equivalent. You can use it a) with the inner, b) without the inner, c) with the floor.
If I recall correctly the Shangri-La 3 was an updated Hex 3.
I have a Moonlight Spire
It was ~70 quid, and is fairly light (although not optimised for weight). It's a glamping tent with no central pole and very very quick to put up, in a nice brown tone. Keeps at least some rain out, altho I find things inside do have a mysterious dampness to them in thr morning.
Big issue is that it doesn't have a 'porch' over the door. The door is on a angle, on the side of the teepee. Hence if you leave it open for the view or condensation, and it rains, you've flooded half the floor space of your tent. It's not a deal breaker but mine was for a garden tent so the condensation really builds up; I'm in Wales, it's never not about to rain.
Summary review: perfectly adequate, does the job.
