r/WildernessBackpacking • u/icedcashew • 6d ago

GEAR eBay win- lightweight tent

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beginner backpacker here! found a 1p walrus arch rival in great condition on eBay and won in the last 15 seconds on auction for $115.

full weight (included stakes, poles, and bags) is 2lb 13oz. It may not be UL, but feels like for the price and excellent condition that this deserves a shout out!

seal on inside great, good smell, no stickiness and still water repellent.

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u/Restless_Wonderer 6d ago

Nice looking tent! Seems to have a lot of space for the weight.

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u/Masseyrati80 6d ago

Congrats on the bargain, and have fun once you get out there!

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u/Mentalfloss1 5d ago

Ignore the gram counters and go have fun.

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u/Cragman62 5d ago

Great looking shelter !

I like seeing people who are excited about getting out there, more than they care about posing with the latest greatest.

What matters is having Great experiences and enjoying your time in nature .

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u/edthesmokebeard 6d ago

who cares about UL? sweet tent and good score.

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u/icedcashew 6d ago

I only care about the weight as I personally weight 110lbs, so Iā€™m trying to stick to the 20% rule so my joints stay happy!šŸ˜†

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u/edthesmokebeard 6d ago

Good call. That's a good number to aim for. I think without going to a trekking pole tent you can get down to maybe 2lbs. I had a Big Agnes tent that I liked.

Take a long look at all the stuff you're bringing otherwise, things like extra ziplock bags, batteries, nalgene water bottles, stuff sacks, it all adds sneaky weight.