Bikepacking Tents

In our latest tent review, Neil takes a detailed look at Durston’s new X-Dome 1+. Despite some initial skepticism, he came away thinking that this freestanding shelter might be the best one-person tent available. In our Durston X-Dome 1+ review, he covers everything from setup and materials to packed weights and the standout features that distinguish it from the competition. Find it here…

The newly released Zpacks Duplex Pro has two zippered doorways and space for two wide sleeping bags, and it still only weighs 554 grams. Take a look at the brand’s latest and greatest version of this classic model, which doesn’t appear to skimp on details…

The new Durston X-Dome 2 weighs under three pounds, offers plenty of space for two people and gear, is freestanding, and is available with ultra-short bikepacking poles to make carrying it even easier. Dig into the details here…

Following last week’s update of the X-Mid 2, the new Durston X-Mid 1 just received its biggest update to date, making it lighter, stronger, and more functional than ever. Check it out here…

One of TarpTent’s lightest two-person tents, the Double Rainbow Li, was recently updated with a more durable floor, shorter pole segments, and an improved tensioning system. Find everything you need to know about the 2025 TarpTent Double Rainbow Li here…

Released earlier this year, the MSR Hubba Hubba Bikepack Tents build on the classic Hubba Hubba series but cater to bikepackers with its integrated handlebar stuff sack, shorter pole segments, an interior clothesline, and other clever features. Find Miles’ review of the MSR Hubba Hubba Bikepack 2-Person Tent after several bikepacking trips plus Neil’s video review of the 1-Person version here…

The new Durston X-Dome 1+ Tent is freestanding, weighs just over two pounds, and claims to be more stormworthy and functional than other tents in its weight class. Find everything you need to know here…

A well-designed tent can mean the difference between a comfortable night out under the stars and a frustrating experience. After using the SlingFin Portal 1 on a handful of trips over the last few months, Neil found it to be a cozy home away from home with a few unique features that set it apart from other one-person tents. Find his SlingFin Portal 1 Tent Review here…

The Big Sky International Revolution 1.5P Tent weighs just over three pounds, has a little more room than a typical one-person tent, and uses an exoskeleton design that’s freestanding and quick to pitch in all types of weather. We’ve been testing the bikepacking version for nearly two years to see how it stands up next to our other favorite tents. Find Miles’ long-term review here…

The new Zpacks Duplex Lite Tent claims to be the lightest fully enclosed two-person tent in the world, weighing just over 400 grams without sacrificing rain and bug protection. Check it out here…

Building on the popular Hubba Hubba lineup, the new MSR Hubba Hubba Bikepack tents feature several bikepacking-specific features, such as a handlebar stuff sack, shorter pole segments, an interior clothesline, and more. Find everything you need to know here…

While on the hunt for a tent spacious enough to fit plush double sleeping pads, Miles and Emily turned to the MSR FreeLite earlier this summer and have been using it exclusively ever since. Dig into Miles’ MSR FreeLite 3-Person Tent Review after countless nights out between Idaho and the Pacific Northwest here…