Ultralight tents that are ultralight on your pocket

Is it possible to get an ultralight tent - for hiking or cycling purposes - for under £100? The short answer is YES and there is quite a lot to choose from. In this post, I will consider a number of options out on the market. (For further information and reviews on each, click on the links provided.)

Naturehike Taga Ultralight Backpack Tent One Layer Cycling Tent For 1/2 Person

First off, here is the lowdown of the specs:

• Ultra lightweight tent ,minimum weight,2.3lb(1person),2.75lb(2person),simple structure but large space.
• Tent fly: 20D Nylon, silicone coated〔4000mm waterproof index〕Tent floor: 20D Nylon, silicone coated 〔4000mm waterproof index〕Poles: 7001 aluminum poles
• High-density B3 mesh provides good ventilation.
• Only need to set one aluminum pole, super easy to pitch.Applicable for cycling, hiking, backpacking, and camping.anti-UV, Anti-wind, anti- rainstorm.

I particularly like the light green version of this tent, which allows the stealth camper the opportunity to blend into the countryside and not stick out like a sore thumb. For a one-man tent, its weight of 2.3lb is quite reasonable. This would work well for someone on the Camino trail. The price ranges from £92-£102 so it's at the upper end of our price target. Overall, a good buy that will facilitate many an eventful adventure. 

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GEERTOP Ultralight 1-Person Waterproof Personal Bivy Tent - Fast Easy Setup - Only 2 Pounds 2 Ounces

I've tried a bivvy bag once and I can't say I was entirely comfortable with the experience. This bivvy tent, however, offers a better compromise between a bivvy bag and a tent: with a tent-like cover it takes away the feeling of vulnerability that one can get when one's head and face is exposed to the elements.  

Here are the stats:

• ULTRALIGHT and PORTABLE: Packed weight is 2 Pounds 2 Ounces, suitable for your backpacking. Packed Size: 1'7" x 4" x 4".
• QUICK SET UP: Two-pole frame system with shock-corded aluminum poles allows for fast easy setup and dismantle.
• WATERPROOF and BREATHABLE: (1) Fully Seam Taped + Waterproof Coating + PU5000MM = Able to Anti Moderate Rain. (2) Mesh door in the top and ventilation window to ensure breathability.
• For 1 PERSON: 7 ft 5 in x 2 ft 6 in x 1 ft 2 in H , enough room and comfortable to you.
• Perfect for 3 SEASONS of CAMPING and HIKING: Summer, Early Fall and Late Spring.

The big takeaway here is the price: £49.99 (at the time of writing). You can't go too far wrong with that. It certainly shows that bivvy tents are a cheap and light option when traveling light. The weight difference, however, is not that considerable between it and an ultra-light tent, which offers more space and comfort. But if you want a bit more adventure, a bivvy tent certainly gives you that. It also offers a more discreet camping profile. 

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NatureHike Outdoor Tent With Skirt Double-layer Waterproof Camping Tent Lightweight 4 seasons Tent

The stats:

• Applicable seasons: 4 Seasons
• Tent fly material:Gray/Light green: 20D Nylon Silicone Fabric;PU4000mm;Green/Orange:210T plaid cloth;PU3000mm
• Tent bottom material: 150D oxford cloth; PU3000mm
• Rod material: 7001 Aviation aluminum frame
• Features: Portable, Windproof, Waterproof.Breathable, Stable, Light Weight, Easy to be built up.

The NatureHike Outdoor tent is not ultralight at 1.5kg (or 3.3 pounds approx.) but it certainly is lightweight for what it offers you. The big standout feature is that it is a 4 season tent and not merely a "just about"  3 season tent. This is achieved by its double layer construction. A tent that you can use in winter for around the £100 mark is great going.