As I approach my 30s, I have made a few promises to myself. One of these is going on a solo camping trip, either inside a tent or a camper trailer. For now, my budget allows for a night in a tent. But camping in a tent is easier said than done. You have to deal with bad weather, embrace the cold night, and stay alert from the prowling predators. A common issue for beginner campers is setting up the tent, and if you’re out in bear territory or near mountain lions, a quick setup can be crucial. This is why investing in a tent boasting a freestanding design is important. This is where Six Moon Design’s latest creation Lunar Orbiter Tent enters the frame.
This ultra-lightweight one-person tent seems like a perfect fit, even for a beginner like me. While most tent companies in the market are still relying on guy lines and hiking poles for primary support, Six Moon Design chooses to stick to the idea of external tent poles.
In place of a hiking pole, this tent opts for a dedicated crisscrossing four-corner frame made from DAC Featherlite aluminum poles. The external poles not only provide a stable and secure structure with steep walls but also help maximize interior space. Other material usage includes 20D silicone-coated polyester for the canopy, 40D silicone-coated polyester for the tent floor, and 20D No-See-Um mesh for windows, doors, and the ceiling.
As pointed out by New Atlas, “The poles set up quickly thanks to a combination of hovering top sleeves, cross hub clips, and corner pockets.” The updated dome design with durable material is capable enough to deflect high winds, shed rain and snow, and keep you safe from external elements. I particularly like these features considering an amateur camper like me would prefer a quick setup over a little weight on my shoulders.
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The tent boasts 27 square feet of interior space including 48 inches of height, implying plenty of space to accommodate a single person. Despite its single-person design, the tent offers two separate doors and rollable vestibules for added gear protection and ventilation. Not to mention, the interior gear loft and two storage pockets are that are accoutered for added convenience.
On a little downside, the tent weighs 2.8 lbs, which isn’t the lightest ultralight tent on the market when compared with the likes of X-Dome 1+. As with most ultralight options, there’s a trade-off between weight and durability. Priced at $430, the Lunar Orbiter is a bit more expensive as well, but it’s still a solid contender among the gaggle of one-person freestanding tents you would spot online.
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