Bivy Killer? Flyweight 'Kilo' Tent Has Headroom to Spare

How would the tent fair for 2 people?

Toby, We like your style! If you are used to adventure race standards, I suppose it would be fine. It COULD likely hold two, but not comfortably by most people’s way of thinking. It’s also tapered, so the usual head to foot stacking would not be feasible. They do make 2 and 3 person versions of this same tent, however.

YES! This is what I’ve been waiting for for my 80-mile, three-day fastpacking trip!

For 2.2 lbs, that’s pretty heavy for what it is. They could go sub 2lbs with only 1 pole system/ come on!

I think I have to agree with aka here, they could get it under 2 pounds. It’s definitely doable, and certainly desired by ultralight backpackers. That being said, it looks a lot more comfy that your average bivy. Dave @ onClickDeals.com – Deals for Backpackers and Outdoor Enthusiasts

If you really break down to just tent, fly, main stuff bag and no extra stakes, the weight is 2.08lbs according to my scale. Give that it coatings vary and it had been used several times, it is certainly possible that clean and new, it could fall under 2lbs. Also, leaving the stuff bag would put you right at 2 lbs. Again – all this according to my scale – which is capable of varying a few ounces.

better, lighter and less expensive options available from tarptent and six moon designs

I do not understand why this shelter is presented as a “bivy killer,” as if a bivy is the lightest full-service shelter out there. As another commenter said, there are better and lighter shelters available from Six Moon and Tarptent, and a few other cottage manufacturers too. Even a better system is a modular tarp whereby you combine a shaped or unshaped tarp plus a bug nest, ground cloth, or water-resistant bivy. This system is lighter than this “bivy killer,” is full-service, and is more versatile.

For a true weight-weenie, of course it is not the answer. But for anyone looking for some elbow/storage room with minimal weight, we think this tent is a fit. Also, SixMoon tents, weights and prices do not include a pole – it is not a functioning shelter without it. Certainly not apples-to-apples comparisons.

I’ve been using something similar for the past 6 years. I live in Thailand and use it for beach camping. Mine has a claimed weight of 2 pounds. Differences are use of a sleeve for the pole and doors on both ends (which I dislike, have to crawl in). Interior dimensions are probably the same. Best feature though was the price, only $30 (made in Thailand).

Yeah, while this looks good, I have a TarpTent Moment. It’s sub 2 pounds, uses only 2 stakes, can be free standing for a little more weight and OVER $100 cheaper.

Look into TarpTent if you haven’t yet!

Another great cottage manufacture is Zpacks, The Hexamed tarp tent is around 1LBS (Assuming you use your trekking poles) with much more space. Also, Six Moon Designs sells a 1.8oz pole fpr $30 if you don’t use trekking pole so I would consider it a fair competitor