This is a very lightweight self supporting and economical tent. Those were it's main selling points for me. I have several tents and have been backpacking the Sierra for decades. Pack weight is always an issue. Trade offs are made in deciding the gear to use. When I first climbed Whitney 3 decades ago I used my Eureka BackCountry (long out of production) tent which weighed 5.25 pounds. Since then I've added 2 other tents to my gear selection inventory, the Eureka BackCountry is now a "car camping" tent for me, although it's in excellent condition it's just too heavy compared to current backpacking tents. I've added this U'king 1 Person Camo Tent to my gear because of it's incredibly light weight which was achieved by eliminating a rainfly, relatively small size and using very light weight materials. My usual backpacking tent when I'm not hiking high elevation gain mountains past tree line is my Eureka Suma which weighs 4.25 pounds (spacious compared this tent)....I would also choose the Suma tent in early spring and late fall when weather could be more iffy. Back to this tent, it's not as sturdy as my other tents so it must be used carefully to prevent unintended damage. I always use a "ground cloth" to help protect all of my tent's "floors" from punctures, plus I carefully choose and examine where to put up the tent. Decades ago I used a vinyl poncho as the ground cloth, so it served two purposes....but it weighed over 8 ounces, Now I use "Tyvek" to help protect the floors of my tents, it's very light weight, most packers know what this is...you can find it on ebay. That lets me pack a more comfortable Gortex parka to wear if it rains/snows. My point is protect the floor of any tent you use. Don't be rough with the zippers...break the zipper on this tent and it'll be cheaper to buy a new tent then to repair the zipper...unless you can DIY. So here's the bottom line on this tent.... it's super light weight and has an excellent price. It also has a large door for it's size. It's self supporting. The camo coloring is nice. It sets up quick. BTW, for me weight is critical when hiking up past 10,000 feet elevation. For these reasons I give it 5 stars. Potential negatives? If you are over 5'10" tall you likely won't fit in it, even diagonally across it's floor. It's small inside. It's could still be a very tight fit depending on your pack size. This single wall tent likely won't keep you dry in an extended heavy storm...and spraying the fabric with a "water sealer" might comprise it's long term durability. Despite these potential downsides for some users, it still rates 5 stars for the specific backpacking purposes I'm using it for. As always YMMV....have fun out there. BTW, you might be able to find this tent on ebay for a few bucks less but it'll be shipped in it's minimal plastic bag with a shipping label stuck to it while Amazon shipped the tent in a sturdy box...much less chance for shipping damage in the box and you'll likely get it faster.
| Brand | U`King |
|---|---|
| Product Dimensions | 78.7"L x 39.3"W x 39.3"H |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Camping & Hiking |
| Occupancy | 1 Person |
| Included Components | Carry Bag |
| Water Resistance Technology | 2000 month |
| Occupant Capacity | 1 |
| Design | Camping Tent |
| Material | Polyester |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Installation Type | Free Standing |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash |
| Fabric Type | Oxford,Polyester,Mesh |
| Maximum Height | 78.7 Inches |
| Water Resistance Level | Waterproof |
| Is Waterproof | True |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 25 x 5 x 5 inches |
| Package Weight | 1.04 Kilograms |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 78.7 x 39.3 x 39.3 inches |
| Brand Name | U`King |
| Part Number | ZQ-M |
