Gelert Solo one man ultra-lite tent review

The Gelert Solo provides a convenient, great value tent with an attractive finish

The Gelert Solo provides a lightweight tent at an incredible price. One of the most attractive prospects for a lightweight one man tent, available at small cost. Aimed to be ideal for trekkers, cyclists and motorcyclists, the insignificant weight of the tent, one of the lightest in the Gelert range, makes for one of the easiest tents to transport. At 1.5kg, the solo represents a barely noticeable weight, which is complemented with the insignificant pack size of 40cm x 15cm x 15cm. When erected, this pack size extends out to dimensions of 270cm x 170cm, with sleeping space providing 250 cm in length, with 90cm across the chest. The overall height of the tent is 65cm at the peak (storage space is available in addition between the inner and outer sheets). In this way the Solo provides the space required for sleeping, whilst still packing down to an extremely small size.

The ease in regards to transport extends to pitching of the tent. Guy lines are pre-attached, increasing the speed of pitching this already easy to handle tent, offering a quick pitch and quick packing tent perfect for hassle free use, consistent with the easy pitch feature of many Gelert tents. Convenience extends to the easier access side entrance, and despite the price, the tent meets expectations for a capable single man tent. Waterproofing matches the standard 1500mm hydrostatic head for quality waterproofing, with PU coating on both the outer and inner tents. The latter detail provides an effective layer which allows breathability, good durability and contributes to the overall light weight of the tent. More potential weaknesses are covered by the presence of taped seams (which can be further strengthened with seam sealant), a wise addition to any tent, preventing leakage through joinings of materials in the tent. Although not stormproof or winterproof (for which you would certainly need a much more expensive tent), the solo has proven itself in undesirable weather conditions, which is not to be taken for granted for tents within this price range.

The tiny pack size does not compromise having sufficient space for one-man camping

A popular seller, this convenient, great value tent is a solid find, serving the purposes required for an insignificant price and drawing great praise from users in the process, in outdoor forums such as www.livefortheoutdoors.com. It is incredibly easy to transport, and can be put up and taken down in no time at all, with minimum hassle. Available in neutral colours such as forest green, this Gelert tent provides a great option for those desiring a simple, no-nonsense tent that can be carried or attached to a cycle, with all the necessary features for a camping trip. With the expense usuallyimplied by compact equipment, the price of this tent is ideal, surpassing its cost by far.

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Category: Camping Tents