May 2025 - May 2026
Ranked by sentiment
Durston
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X-Mid 2
Ultralight, spacious for two, but large footprint and not for extreme winds.
X-Mid 1
Ultralight, spacious for one, great value, but has a large footprint.
Naturehike
Mongar 2 Backpack Tent (Nylon)
Great value, spacious for two, durable, but not for 4-season.
Big Agnes
Copper Spur HV UL2
Ultralight, easy freestanding setup, but thin floor and cramped for two.
3F UL GEAR
Lanshan 2
Budget king, ultralight, but condensation and wind issues.
Copper Spur HV UL3 Long Tent: 3-Person 3-Season
Spacious palace, easy freestanding, but floor durability concerns.
Six Moon Designs
Lunar Solo
X-Mid 2 Solid Ultralight Tent
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