What are the lightest weight 3-season tents for backpacking?
This page compares 7 lightest weight 3-season tents with verified specifications and prices. Top options include Zpacks Plex Solo Classic Tent, Durston X-Mid Pro 1, Zpacks Duplex Classic Tent. Prices range from £293 to £664. All data is sourced from manufacturer documentation and specialist retailers.
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Zpacks Plex Solo Classic Tent
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£442.21 ≈ | 12.3 oz / 348 g | 52 in / 132 cm | 20.6 square feet / 1.91 square meters | 1 | — | Dyneema Composite Fabric | null | Medium DCF stuff sack, 24 in DCF repair tape strip, two spare zipper sliders |
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The Plex Solo Classic is a single-wall, non-freestanding one-person tent made from waterproof Dyneema Composite Fabric. It uses one 52 in trekking pole, has a 20.6 sq ft floor area and a bathtub floor, and suits solo backpackers who prioritize low weight and compact packing over freestanding convenience. ★ Ideal forAt 14.6 oz with a 20.6 sq ft floor, 52 in peak height and single-pole setup, this tent is specifically suited to backpackers seeking one of the lightest 3-season shelters with full bug protection and weather-resistant DCF construction.
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Durston X-Mid Pro 1
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£442.21 ≈ | 15.5 oz / 440 g DCF floor or 17.1 oz / 485 g Silnylon floor | 45 in / 1.14 m | 20 sq ft / 1.9 sq m | 2 | — | 0.55 oz Dyneema Composite Fabric canopy with 15D Sil/PEU nylon or Dyneema Composite Fabric floor | — | Stuff sack, DCF repair kit, stakes |
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The Durston X-Mid Pro 1 is a single-wall trekking-pole tent made with lightweight Dyneema Composite Fabric. It has two doors, two vestibules, a 45 in peak height, and weighs as little as 15.5 oz, making it suited to solo backpackers who prioritize low weight, space, and storm protection. ★ Ideal forIt suits backpackers seeking the lightest 3-season tents because the DCF-floor version weighs just 15.5 oz while providing 20 sq ft of floor area, a 45 in peak height, two doors, and two vestibules.
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Zpacks Duplex Classic Tent
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£552.95 ≈ | 17.8 oz / 504 g | 48 in | 28.1 sq ft | 2 | — | Dyneema Composite Fabric | Carbon fiber | Guylines, sewn in linelocs, taped seams, stuff sack, repair tape, two spare zipper sliders |
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The Zpacks Duplex Classic is a lightweight, single-wall two-person backpacking tent made from waterproof Dyneema Composite Fabric. It has a 48 in peak height, two doors, and a roomy 28.1 sq ft floor, making it well suited to solo backpackers who want extra space or couples prioritizing low pack weight. ★ Ideal forWith a 17.8 oz weight, 28.1 sq ft floor, waterproof Dyneema Composite Fabric, and trekking-pole setup, the Duplex Classic is a strong choice among the lightest functional 3-season backpacking tents.
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Zpacks Plex Solo Pro Tent
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£479.12 ≈ | 13.8 oz / 390 g | 52 in / 132 cm | 20.6 sq ft / 1.91 sq m | 2 | — | Dyneema Composite Fabric | Carbon fiber | Medium DCF stuff sack, repair tape strip, two spare zipper sliders |
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The Zpacks Plex Solo Pro is a single-person, single-wall trekking-pole tent made from waterproof Dyneema Composite Fabric. It has zippered storm doors, a peak vent, double-L zippers, and a very low weight, making it well suited to ultralight backpackers and solo hikers. ★ Ideal forAt 13.8 oz with a 20.6 sq ft floor area, this single-person tent is an excellent choice for backpackers seeking one of the lightest weight 3-season shelters, while its waterproof Dyneema Composite Fabric and zippered storm doors provide practical weather protection.
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Zpacks Triplex Pro Tent
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£663.68 ≈ | 22.8 oz / 646 g | 48 in | 38.4 sq ft / 3.6 sq m | 2 | — | Dyneema Composite Fabric with ultralight bug netting | Carbon fiber | Big DCF stuff sack, 24 in DCF repair tape strip, two spare zipper sliders, attached guylines |
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The Triplex Pro is a spacious three-person trekking-pole tent made from waterproof Dyneema Composite Fabric. It has a symmetrical pitch, two zippered storm doors, magnetic toggles, peak vents, and a wide floor suitable for couples, small families, or hikers bringing a dog. ★ Ideal forIt suits lightweight 3-season backpacking because the standard version weighs 22.8 oz while providing 38.4 sq ft of floor area, 48 in of peak height, waterproof DCF construction, and space for up to three people. |
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Hyperlite Mountain Gear Mid 1
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£498.32 ≈ | 16.0 oz | 54 in | 21 sq ft | 1 | — | Dyneema Composite Fabric 0.55, Dyneema Composite Fabric 0.96, No-See-Um Mesh | — | 6 in pole jack |
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The Mid 1 is a single-wall, three-season shelter made with lightweight, waterproof Dyneema Composite Fabric and No-See-Um Mesh. It offers 21 sq ft of floor area, a 54 in peak height, dual peak vents, and one-pole setup for solo backpackers. ★ Ideal forAt 16.0 oz with a 21 sq ft floor and single-trekking-pole setup, the Mid 1 is a strong choice for backpackers seeking one of the lightest fully enclosed 3-season tents.
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REI Co-op Flash 3 Tent
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£292.86 ≈ | 3 lbs 7.6 oz | 42 in | 40.9 sq. ft. | 2 | — | 20D Ripstop nylon | — | — |
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The REI Co-op Flash 3 Tent is a freestanding double-wall 3-season backpacking tent with 2 doors and 2 vestibules. It's designed to keep weight low while still offering a usable floor area for its size. It suits backpackers who want lightweight, ventilated comfort for 2 people with room for a third (like a dog or small child). ★ Ideal forFor the lightest 3-season backpacking tents, the Flash 3 is a 'claimed minimum trail weight' 3 lbs 7.6 oz 3-person tent with 42 in peak height and 40.9 sq. ft. floor area. |
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