Sea to Summit Specialist Solo

It’s one of the lightest solo models out there, even before swapping the tent poles (3.9 ounces) for trekking poles.

Published Sep 30, 2015

Amy Jurries

Brand: Sea to Summit

Model: Specialist Solo

Protection: Our CDT tester reported no leaks through either the single-wall, 20-denier nylon roof or the 15-denier walls, even during crazy New Mexico storms with gusty winds from 20 to 30 mph.

Livability:We appreciated the integrated floor in the 3.9-square-foot vestibule for clean storage. But the 14.5-square-foot interior floor is the smallest here, with a tight (11 inches wide) foot end. You really need a mummy-shaped pad and bag to make this tent work.

Ventilation: A high roof vent and mesh door effectively neutralize moisture buildup in this hybrid single-/double-wall design.

Durability: The superlight, 15-denier ripstop nylon floor showed abrasion after 14 straight nights on Sierra granite. Make a groundcloth. Or get the Specialist Solo Ground Sheet ($40; 3.3 oz.); it’s a low price (in both weight and dollars) for added protection on rough terrain.

Overall: 3.9 $429; 1 lb. 3 oz.; seatosummit.com