Opinions on best 1 man tent for backcountry

[jess]

I woke up with a bat in my beard before.. That realy sucked.. But i still sleep under a tarp

[actionshooter]

I woke up choking and damn near throwing up, had a mice problem earlier in the night.........pretty sure one of the little buggers ran in my mouth. 

I still use a tarp though

[rieses]

ive been using a tend made by Tarp tent called the cloudburst.
2# single wall with floor room for two guys and gear, ive used it in the snow, used it in the pouring rain and never had any issues other than a little condensation if you dont have some breeze blowing through it.
with a little breeze though there is no problem.
if there isnt going to be rain, then i just bring a sil-nylon poncho as a back up and sleep under a tree to keep the dew off.

[Worldhunter]

I'm about to buy the North face tad pole 23, unless someone can convince me otherwise.  Found it for 175$. Anybody know where I can get one for less?

http://www.moosejaw.com/moosejaw/shop/product_The-North-Face-Tadpole-23-Bx---2-Person-Tent_10082892____?cm_mmc=PPC-_-GooglePlusBox-_-na-_-The-North-Face-Tadpole-23-Bx---2-Person-Tent&ad_id=GooglePlusBox&adtype=pla&gclid=CKPrjIypybYCFa9cQgodwjkAyw

[hike2hunt]

May I suggest the

Golite Shangri-La 3 or the Black Diamond Mega Light Tent

Both are roomy, and my BD is a four season shelter, and have used on many winter travel adventures.

[300rum]

Looks like a nice tent.  The vestibule looks pretty big.  It may be a little heavy but that is a nice price.  Give us a review when you get it in. 

I'm about to buy the North face tad pole 23, unless someone can convince me otherwise.  Found it for 175$. Anybody know where I can get one for less?

http://www.moosejaw.com/moosejaw/shop/product_The-North-Face-Tadpole-23-Bx---2-Person-Tent_10082892____?cm_mmc=PPC-_-GooglePlusBox-_-na-_-The-North-Face-Tadpole-23-Bx---2-Person-Tent&ad_id=GooglePlusBox&adtype=pla&gclid=CKPrjIypybYCFa9cQgodwjkAyw

[devon flyfisher]

This is the BEST 1 man tent for backcountry adventures, picture taken in the backcountry of Montana by me last November 2012, Hilleberg Akto.
Cheers
Richard

[F150MSGT]

May I suggest an option for those budget minded folks like me? I just bought a factory second Eureka Solitaire. It retails around $80-90 but I bought it from the outlet store link below for $35!! The only "issue" was that the poles were cracked. Easy to repair/replace....still low budget.  If space is a concern picture a big ol' 6'2" 250lb man, a full pack, a bow, and a sleeping bag. I tried it in the yard overnight to test the logistics and it worked just fine. I got a great nights rest and was out of the weather. Best thing is that it only weighs a tad over 2 lbs! This still allows me to carry a tarp (wrapped conveniently around the tent bag and strapped to the wing of my pack) for that extra "comfort" of being able to string it up to store the gear under and have that extra spacious Best Western suite feel and some wiggle room! Enjoy and good luck!

http://www.eurekacampingctr.com/eureka/product.asp?s_id=0&prod_name=SOLITAIRE+2012+B&pf_id=PAAAIABPNILDOLDG&dept_id=3070

[JackOfAllTrades]

May I suggest an option for those budget minded folks like me? I just bought a factory second Eureka Solitaire. It retails around $80-90 but I bought it from the outlet store link below for $35!! The only "issue" was that the poles were cracked. Easy to repair/replace....still low budget.  If space is a concern picture a big ol' 6'2" 250lb man, a full pack, a bow, and a sleeping bag. I tried it in the yard overnight to test the logistics and it worked just fine. I got a great nights rest and was out of the weather. Best thing is that it only weighs a tad over 2 lbs! This still allows me to carry a tarp (wrapped conveniently around the tent bag and strapped to the wing of my pack) for that extra "comfort" of being able to string it up to store the gear under and have that extra spacious Best Western suite feel and some wiggle room! Enjoy and good luck!

http://www.eurekacampingctr.com/eureka/product.asp?s_id=0&prod_name=SOLITAIRE+2012+B&pf_id=PAAAIABPNILDOLDG&dept_id=3070

If you want to shave a few more ounces from that Solitare package, ditch those steel stakes for the 6" plastic Coughlins at REI. Lighter and stronger.
 
-Steve

[MLHSN]

May I suggest an option for those budget minded folks like me? I just bought a factory second Eureka Solitaire. It retails around $80-90 but I bought it from the outlet store link below for $35!! The only "issue" was that the poles were cracked. Easy to repair/replace....still low budget.  If space is a concern picture a big ol' 6'2" 250lb man, a full pack, a bow, and a sleeping bag. I tried it in the yard overnight to test the logistics and it worked just fine. I got a great nights rest and was out of the weather. Best thing is that it only weighs a tad over 2 lbs! This still allows me to carry a tarp (wrapped conveniently around the tent bag and strapped to the wing of my pack) for that extra "comfort" of being able to string it up to store the gear under and have that extra spacious Best Western suite feel and some wiggle room! Enjoy and good luck!

http://www.eurekacampingctr.com/eureka/product.asp?s_id=0&prod_name=SOLITAIRE+2012+B&pf_id=PAAAIABPNILDOLDG&dept_id=3070

If you want to shave a few more ounces from that Solitare package, ditch those steel stakes for the 6" plastic Coughlins at REI. Lighter and stronger.
 
-Steve

My only issue with the solitaire I had for a few years was the condensation.  It condensated really bad.  When I exited the tent, through the top zipper all the condensation would rub off on me or drop on my sleeping bag.  Other then that, I really liked that tent.  Have you guys set it up differently so you don't have the condensation issues?

[Max the dog]

Can't say I read every post in this thread, but what about a hammock?

[JackOfAllTrades]

There are posts about using Hammocks...  I used one almost exclusevly for many years, but now I'm liking an air mattress for a little more comfort. Less swaying in the wind. (A whole lot) A dry place to put my pack and boots. And not haveing to search so much for the perfect place between two trees to hang one.  Hammocks are great for early season stuff,  but during the rough weather, give me a tent as shelter.
 
-Steve

[MLHSN]

There are posts about using Hammocks...  I used one almost exclusevly for many years, but now I'm liking an air mattress for a little more comfort. Less swaying in the wind. (A whole lot) A dry place to put my pack and boots. And not haveing to search so much for the perfect place between two trees to hang one.  Hammocks are great for early season stuff,  but during the rough weather, give me a tent as shelter.
 
-Steve

I sleep on my stomach.  I tried the hammock once.  I ended up on the ground rolled up with the darn thing and no pad.

I won't be making that mistake again.   

[huntnphool]

Can't say I read every post in this thread, but what about a hammock?

No place to hang one in the sage.

[dreamingbig]

I have seen many guys use a hammock for one or two nights but then they either leave early or swap it out for a tent.