When you are bikepacking one of the main characteristics you want your tent to have is it being as lightweight as possible. Below are some of my top recommendations when it comes to lightweight tents for bikepacking.
Bestseller No. 1
Big Agnes Blacktail Hotel 2 Bikepacking Tent
- THE BIKE-PACKER’S WISH COME TRUE - Designed for on and off-road, two-wheeled travel, the Blacktail Hotel Bikepack tent is light enough for backcountry trails and strong enough for the front country roads.
- TRAIL READY - Don’t hesitate to get dirty; This burly compression stuff sack is designed to withstand all the rigors of trail travel; Daisy-chain webbing allows for multiple bike-frame attachment configurations; 12" Shortstik Poleset is ideal for packing onto handlebars, panniers and saddlebags, or saving space in any pack.
- SPACIOUS & STRONG – Increased head space with symmetrical pole structure and pre-bent poles. The fly features one extended, pole-supported, side-entry vestibule, and one quick-access vestibule. Includes NEW lighter, yet stronger Dirt Dagger UL Tent Stakes with patent pending I-Beam aluminum construction. Easy to pitch any time of day with reflective guylines and webbing on tent corners and ready to pitch with pre-cut guylines and tensioners attached to fly.
- BELLS & WHISTLES - Stash helmet on exterior tent body using elastic webbing and the daisy-chain webbing loops on the fly exterior for drying wet clothes and gear; Extended footprints (sold separately) creates a vestibule floor for dry, dirt-free changing and gear storage. Maximized storage options with oversized ceiling pocket and multiple interior loops for use with gear lofts, accessories and mtnGLO Tent & Camp Lights.
- TECH SPECS & WARRANTY - All Big Agnes products are guaranteed against manufacturing or material defect; If replacement product is not available credit will be given for the original purchase price when returned with a receipt; To extend the life of your tent floor, we recommend using a Big Agnes tent footprint (sold separately); Trail Weight: 5 lb. 14oz.; Packed Size: 13 x 8 in.
SaleBestseller No. 2
Clostnature Polaris Lightweight Backpacking Tent - 2 Person Ultralight Waterproof Camping Tent, 3 Season Large Size Easy Setup Tent for Family, Outdoor, Hiking and Mountaineering
- WATERPROOF & LONG-LASTING: Polyester rain fly & groundsheet & bathtub with PU 5000 coating is firmer than you expected. Weatherproof material with factory-sealed seams keeps you dry and comfortable in all season&all weather condition! Better material but more affordable! You really need an appropriate lightweight 2 person tent for backpacking!
- LARGE SIZE & LIGHTWEIGHT: Ultralight 2 person tent! Tent's size 7'3''x 4'11''x 3'10''. Weight: 5.7lbs. Packed Size: 16.5''x5.9''x5.9'', easy to put in one's backpack. It is larger and could even fit a little dog. Great for kids or children as a boy scout tent
- QUICK SETUP & COMPACT: Freestanding and two Aluminum poles designed for lightweight hiking tent's fast pitching. Easily set up by one person with no experience. This ultralight backpacking tent is compact and portable, and also great for Hiking, Bikepacking, Kayaking, Mountaineering, Fishing, or Car Camping
- EXTRAORDINARY DESIGN: The interior entire mesh walls are designed to offer great ventilation, this ultralight hiking tent has 2 D-shaped doors and 2 vestibules on the side design provide convenient enter&out and extra storage for your backpack or shoes
- WHAT YOU GET: 1 x carry bag,1 x inner tent,1 x flysheet,2 x Aluminum poles,4 x ropes,14 x Aluminum stakes,1 x pole emergency repair kit(can be used for damaged tent poles). Every product you purchase has one-year guarantee for material and workmanship defects. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact our customer support team
Bestseller No. 3
Clostnature Crux 1-Person Tent for Backpacking - Ultralight One Person Backpacking Tent, Hiking Tent for One Man, Solo, Single Person
- 1 PERSON TENT: If trekking or backpacking personal in the backcountry, you will need a quality one person tent to keep you protected from the elements. Polyester rain fly&bathtub with PU 5000 coating is better in waterproof and firmer than you expected. Weatherproof material with factory-sealed seams keeps you dry and comfortable in all season&all weather conditions! You need an appropriate lightweight solo tent for backpacking!
- LIGHTWEIGHT: What factors should be considered for the best 1 person tent? Weight and overall portability must be important factors to consider! This ultralight single person tent only weighs 4.2 lbs. Packed Size: 15''x5.1''x5.1'', easy to put in one's backpack. The tent's size 7'3'' x 2'8''x 3', spacious room for a good sleep
- QUICK SETUP & COMPACT: A solo tent should be very easy to erect and takedown. Freestanding and two Aluminum poles designed for lightweight hiking tent's fast pitching. Easily set up by one person with no experience. This ultralight backpacking tent is compact and portable, and also great for Hiking, Bikepacking, Kayaking, Mountaineering, Fishing, or Car Camping
- EXTRAORDINARY DESIGN: Interior entire mesh walls are designed to offer great ventilation, this ultralight hiking tent has a D-shaped door and a large vestibule on the side to provide convenient enter&out and extra storage for your backpack or shoes
- WHAT YOU GET: 1 x carry bag,1 x inner tent,1 x flysheet,2 x Aluminum poles,4 x ropes,14 x Aluminum stakes,1 x pole emergency repair kit(can be used for damaged tent poles). Every product you purchase has one-year guarantee for material and workmanship defects. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact our customer support team
Bestseller No. 4
Naturehike Bikepacking 1 Person Tent, Waterproof Easy Set up Free Standing Single Person Tent, Lightweight Backpacking Tent for 1 Person, One Person Tent with Footprint Included
- 【Waterproof & Windproof】:Made of PU4000mm waterproof 20D nylon with silicone coating, and all corners and seams are taped, keeps you dry , with no leaks or drops of water inside. The 7001 aluminum alloy is tough and durable, hold up firmly in heavy wind and rainstorm. Enjoy a good night’s sleep regardless of the weather, go through hail and tons of rain and wind with the tent.
- 【Roomy 1 person Tent for 3 Seasons】:Tent Dimensions : 80.7 (L) x (12+37.4+12)(W) x 43.3 (H) inches. This one person tent has height of 43.3inch, plenty room for a single person to sleep and enough headroom to sit down inside comfortably.
- 【Easy setup Freestanding Tent】: Super easy to assemble, free-standing design with 2-Y aluminum alloy poles, it takes less than 5 minutes to set up the tent for anyone with no experience.
- 【Good Ventilation Double Layer Tent】:This tent is designed with two layers, which helps to create as much space and airflow between the fly and the inner tent. High desity B3 mesh inner tent and the window provide good ventilation and much air flow inside the tent. D-shaped mesh door with smooth two-way zippers provide much better ventilation and easy access to the tent.
- 【Ultralight Single Person Tent】:Made of lightweight 20D nylon material, this ultralight single person tent only weighs 3.63lbs. Small packed size:15.7 x 5.9 x 5.9 inch,save room for other camping gears, this solo tent is perfect for lightweight backpacking, bikepacking, motorcycle camping, hiking, cycling,fishing,etc.
Bestseller No. 5
4 Person Tents for Camping, Ayamaya Tunnel Tent Camping with Vestibule 3-4 Person Waterproof, 2 Devided Rooms Bicycle Tent with Footprint for Bikepacking/Motorcycle Travel Hiking Mountaineering
- 2 Room Design: The two-room tent consists of a detachable bedroom and a vestibule. You can sleep in the bedroom and then store your bicycle, motorcycle, or other camping gear in the vestibule. When the bedroom is removed, it will become a long tunnel sun shelter.
- Size: The size of the entire camping tent is 14 ft x 6.6 ft x 4.3 ft, the sleeping area is 7.4 ft x 6.6 ft x 4.3 ft, it can accommodate up to 4 people, the vestibule is 6.6 ft x 6.6 ft x 4.3 ft,the spacious space enlarges your activity area and storage area.
- 2 Doors Vestibule: The bike tent offers 2 doors in the vestibule to provide excellent ventilation, there are two vents in the front door corner, so you won't feel stuffy even without the door open. The footprint is included in the porch area, you can also spend your leisure time in the vestibule.
- Waterproof: The waterproof tent consists of 2 functional layers, the liner is made of B3 mesh and 190T breathable Polyester, the outer tent is made of 210T Rip-stop Polyester, it has passed the waterproof test with a rating above 3000mm, offers high performance in extreme weather conditions.
- Easy Setup: The setup of this tunnel tent is easy and fast, insert the 3 shock-absorbing poles into each sleeve, then fix them with tent stakes, the outer tent is set up, then hang on the inner tent, the setup is finished, it could be done within 5 minutes by just one person.
SaleBestseller No. 6
MSR Elixir 2-Person Lightweight Backpacking Tent
- Unique pole geometry maximizes space and provides 40 in (102 cm) of headroom
- Tent body mesh and solid fabric panels provide the best combination of ventilation, warmth, and privacy
- Tent can be set up with just the rainfly and included footprint, providing a fast and light setup
- Freestanding system features color coded poles, clips, webbing, and vestibules for fast and easy setup
- Supremely livable design includes large vestibules, built-in gear lofts, and glow-in the dark zipper pulls
SaleBestseller No. 7
Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL3 Ultralight Bikepacking Tent with UV-Resistant Solution Dyed Fabric
- BIKE-PACKERS REJOICE!- Our lightest two-door, two-vestibule bikepacking tents equipped with loads of bike-friendly features that add utility and luxury to your two-wheeled adventures. Ease of entry with dual-zipper door and quick reach-through access using only one zipper and stow unzipped door easily with Quick Stash door keeper on tent body door.
- TRAIL READY - Don't hesitate to get dirty; This burly compression stuff sack is designed to withstand all the rigors of trail travel; Daisy-chain webbing allows for multiple bike-frame attachment configurations; 12" Shortstik Poleset is ideal for packing onto handlebars, panniers and saddlebags. Simplified setup with proprietary tent corner construction and unique TipLok Tent Buckle that combines three functions: secure pole-tip capture, rainfly attachment and tensioner, and stake-out loop.
- ULTRALIGHT STRENGTH - We use solution-dyed fabric that is highly resistant to UV fade and drastically reduces energy consumption and water use during manufacturing, a process that is better for the environment and improves the quality of the tent fabric. DAC Featherlite NSL pole system. Includes NEW lighter, yet stronger Dirt Dagger UL Tent Stakes with patent pending I-Beam aluminum construction.
- BELLS & WHISTLES - Stash oversized gear in 3D shelf, utilizing dead space above your feet and securely store helmet on top of tent body with elastic webbing and use daisy-chain webbing loops on the fly exterior to dry wet clothes and gear; one fly vent and low vent feature on the vestibule doors for increased air flow without sacrificing coverage. Standard rainfly included.
- TECH SPECS & WARRANTY - All Big Agnes products are guaranteed against manufacturing or material defect. If replacement product is not available credit will be given for the original purchase price when returned with a receipt. Trail Weight: 2 lb. 13oz.; Packed Size: 13 x 7 in. To extend the life of your tent floor, we recommend using a 2021 Tiger Wall UL bikepack tent footprint featuring TipLok Tent Buckle - sold separately.