Backpack Bivy Tent
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 Snugpak Stratosphere Bivy Backpacking Hiking ProForce Pro Force Tent 92860 New  US $169.15
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 2 PERSON OR SOLO TENT HIKER BACKPACKER BIKER BACKPACKING CAMPING BIVY STYLE US $35.00
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 Lightweight Hammock Camping Bivy Tent Outdoor Camp Backpacking Waterproof Tarp US $178.65
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 Integral Designs Salathe Bivy Backpacking Personal Tent Hiking Outdoors Camping US $115.00
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Today's Backpacking Tents are Smaller and Lighter Than Ever Before
Backpacking tents, tents (usually nylon) designed specifically for hikers and backpackers in mind, can be a backpacker's best friend. Sure, there alternative ways to spend a night in the woods. Many fast and light hikers are relying on bivy bags to keep themselves warm, nesting their sleeping bags inside waterproof bags and eschewing a tent all together. However, these weight watchers often wake up in sleeping bags soaked with condensation, even if the sky was clear all night. Other hikers spend the night under ultra light tarps or in hammocks, but when it starts to rain most of them find themselves flooded out, all too happy to share your dry, waterproof tent.
Backpacking tents aren't the heavy, leaking, cumbersome shelters they once were either. Construction from nylon shells and fiberglass or carbon-fiber poles mean that today's tents are smaller and lighter than ever before. No more hassling with mismatched tent poles in the middle of the night either; most manufactures now string their break-down poles with bungee cords which allow the pieces to snap together quickly. These poles, combined with color-coded snaps on the tent body, mean that most tents can be set up by one person in minutes, even if that one person is stumbling into camp in the dark as it's starting to rain.
Once the tent is set up, you can be assured a dry night. The rain flies of modern backpacking tents are waterproofed and seam-sealed, so you won't wake up at 3am to that tell-tale drip-drip-drip of a leaking seam. They're ventilated too, allowing the moisture and condensation from your breath to carry outside and avoid wet tent walls in the morning. Another handy, common feature is a vestibule, allowing you to leave your muddy boots and pack outside your tent but still out of the rain.
Other small touches abound. Many backpacking tents are equipped with gear lofts, utilizing the extra space at the top of the tent's dome for storage of small items and bags. Others have attachment points for flashlights or lanterns, though it's important to keep sources of flame or heat away from the synthetic materials. Small pouches sewn into the inside of the tent serve as handy places for pocket change or eyeglasses.
When storm clouds roll in it's good to know that you can easily carry a warm, dry shelter in your backpack, which can be ready to keep off the rain and snow for years to come.
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Aqua-Quest 100% Waterproof Ultra Light & Collapsible Bag Backpack Drybag - Himal 20L Red & Black Model $55.00 DIMENSIONS (APPROX): Weight: 535 g When Laid Flat: 23.5" L X 12" W When Closed: 19.5" L X 12" W When Packed: 11" L X 8" W X 2" H Foldable and Compact, the "Himal" is the ultimate in a waterproof & lightweight backpack. Guaranteed dry protection for all your personal items. Ideal for Hikers, Bikers, Boaters, Kayakers, Fitness Enthusiasts and Travellers.... |
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Aqua-Quest 100% Waterproof Backpack Drybag - 'Mariner' 20L Model $37.00 Aqua-Quest make the very best in 100% waterproof outdoor gear, The Mariner 20L is constructed of puncture resistant PVC fabric capable of withstanding extreme conditions. Good size for any boating, kayaking, canoeing, sailing or any watersport you can think of. When properly closed, this incredible bag has an airtight seal, so if it goes overboard, not only will it stay dry, but float... |
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Aqua-Quest 100% Waterproof Backpack Drybag - 'Mariner' 30L Model $45.00 Aqua-Quest make the very best in 100% waterproof outdoor gear, The Mariner 30L is constructed of puncture resistant PVC fabric capable of withstanding extreme conditions. Good size for any boating, kayaking, canoeing, sailing or any watersport you can think of. When properly closed, this incredible bag has an airtight seal, so if it goes overboard, not only will it stay dry, but floa... |
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Slumberjack Cots [Constructed with extra rigid ""no squeak"" aluminum and 600 D x 600 D Poly... |
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Lawson Hammock Camping Tent - Green (4 lbs 5 oz) $112.00 For the outdoor enthusiasts or for people who prefer more a sophisticated and techonological look, this hammock features the best in material and function. It features a tent like construction, a mosquito net and a rain cover. The mosquito net is easy to open and features many pockets and hooks inside. The sleeping area is vast and accomodates one person and his/her gears. Contrary to other campin... |
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Coleman Hooligan 2 Backpacking Tent $46.26 Great for first time backpacking/motorcycle camping/scouts. One pole design and full rainfly offer easy setup and protection from the elements. Weather Tec System - guaranteed to keep you dry. Center height 55". 2 person capacity.... |
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Therm-a-Rest Trail Scout Mattress $59.95 The new 2011 Trail Scout is an ideal value for first-time campers and those looking to upgrade from closed cell foam pads. It's designed for light backpacking, car camping, summer camps, and adding essential warmth to cots. A streamlined shape keeps the weight and size down while a generous, 1.25-inch foam core and supple exterior molds to your contours for a great night's rest. Includes stuff sac... |
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Therm-a-Rest RidgeRest SOLite Sleeping Pad $19.95 The Therm-a-Rest Ridge Rest SOLite lightweight sleeping pad has an aluminized solar surface with soft ridges to hold body heat in the gaps and keep you warm and comfortable while sleeping. The lightweight designs means you can carry the SOLite on a hiking trek without the worry of extra weight exhausting your body.... |
