ALPS Mountaineering Zephyr 1-Person Tent

This is an amazing tent for 1 person (or a smaller couple that doesn't mind cuddling inside). It is very spacious for me, being 6'2". The rainfly clips into the bottom of the corners (or the foot pad which is a MUST BUY if you get this tent) so that the wind doesn't rip it off on it's own. The inner framework is super easy to put together, even on a first try or in low light. The directions to put it together are actually sewn into the bag that you carry it in. If you buy the foot pad, you can store it in the side pocket of the bag it comes in too which is great.Living in the PNW, I backpack quite a bit and this tent works great in high precipitation and winds. I had virtually no problems with it during a storm, and was able to hang a lantern and some clothes from the top framework with a net it comes with. The stakes and rope it comes with work great if you set it up properly. If you are looking for a cheap first backpacking tent, I would highly recommend this!

So pleased with this purchase! Let me start with what I was looking for and hoped to find in my tent:* one person* three season* mostly mesh inner tent to allow stargazing* lightweight for backpackingThis tent met those criteria, and has performed perfectly on a number of excursions. My very first outing (shown in the two pictures) was over three days when it rained about 70% of the time. Me and my gear stayed perfectly dry the entire time. Note that I did purchase the matching footprint, and I would strongly suggest that anyone buying this tent do the same.There is a small pocket up front that I use to hold my powerbrick, phone and headlamp. Two sets of ties at the top allow you to hang a lantern if you wish, but I think you'll find yourself smacking your head on it unless it's a very small unit. Setup is always very quick -- the shock-corded poles go together smoothly and if you treat them well should last indefinitely.The price is one half to one third of what other one person tents go for, and it delivers equivalent functionality and quality. I would highly recommend this tent to any friend who was in the market for something meeting these specifications.

This tent has far and away exceeded my expectations of what I thought a tent under $100 could ever deliver. I just took this on a hiking and backpacking trip around the southwestern U.S. for a month and a half, and this thing handled snow, rain, and heavy wind with ease. Super fast and easy setup, and very roomy inside. I could sit up easily and read a book if I wanted. I am 6'2" and it was the perfect length for me, but if you were taller it wouldn't work so well. Width was more than adequate for me and any other things I wanted to keep inside the tent. There is one pocket near the floor on the right side of the tent, and another that hooks into 4 loops on the ceiling of the tent like a hammock style. It was quick and easy to fold back up and put in the stuff sack again every morning, and also lightweight to carry on my bag. I figured I'd just get this tent and then get a better one when I got home, but after this being my home for so long, I am sticking with it. One more thing about this tent, the floor saver is a must have piece of this tent that is sold separate. It makes this thing much better, you will definitely want it.

Surprisingly good 1.5 person tent with a lot of headroom and a large vestibule. You can probably squeeze 2 thin people in here snugly. The quality of fabric is durable and makes the packed tent a little bulky and heavy. Free standing tent with the exception of the vestibule that requires staking.

I chose this tent for many reasons, but the main reason is this is a screen tent with a rain fly. I like sleeping in deep backcountry and I love looking at the stars, on a clear night of course. I sleep in a hammock however I can't set my hammock up on the beach. This tent is also very light, just over a pound. (under 1kg). I am using it for bicycle touring.Out of the box:This tent was nicely packed and rolled into it's own bag. Pulling it out of the bag and unrolling it I see that I have a rain fly, poles, stakes and the tent. I inspected everything and found no drama here. (Everything was fine).Set up:This tent took me under 5 minutes to put up. After my general inspection I started connecting the poles. No instructions, but if you can't assemble this tent then you should not have one. I slid the poles through the top, criss crossing, then I snapped the poles into place popping the tent right up. I did not use the stakes at this point, but I could literally pick up the tent with one hand and move it around easily.Inside:I am 5'11" and I was comfortable. You will need a tarp or something for the floor. The dew from the grassy area was cold and damp on the floor, not coming through, but if you owned a tent this is no different. The screen is very dense, almost like tint for the tent; enough for a light breeze.I did not apply the rain fly, however it looks super easy to set up. I am going out this next weekend to actually use it on the trails. I will update soon.@veganhippiedude

Great like all of the other Alps tents of same construction and general design. (Netted inner layer, wind rain fly layer, nice compact yet effective stakes, built in thicker floor and awesome rods that magnetically sink into place masking 1 man assembly even easier)Compact but not too small inside. I could have got the side entry one cheaper but this one seems to be most minimal overall imprint space needed on ground and having doorway flap at my feet is what I prefer.Stayed dry inside through thick morning fog and mist. Netting layer is super fine and keeps out bugs and even repels a little water.This is another big bang for your buck tent from Alps.