What is the best backpacking tent for under 150$?

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mr_mixer08

What is the best one person backpacking tent for under 150$? Im medium sized so dont have to be too long? just under 150$ lightweight and fit one person. thank you.

Answer
There are so many options in tents, it's tough to pick one that is the "Best." Some considerations you may want to look at:

1. 3 season or 4 season?
If you are intending to backpack in extreme cold / snow conditions, you'll want a 4 season tent. If not, then a 3 season (which is lighter in weight) would be fine.

2. single wall or double wall?
A single wall tent can be a LOT lighter - if you're going long distances that can be important. However, a single wall can also have condensation problems. A double wall tent can have a rain fly that goes all the way to the ground (great for inclement weather), or it can have a fly that only partially covers to the ground (lighter, and still offers rain protection).

3. free standing or no?
A free standing tent does not need to be staked to stand up - this is nice if you're camped in rocky areas. You still stake the tent down for wind - but the poles make it stand upright. With a non-free-standing tent, you have to take extra care to stake it well for the tent to remain solid.

Some one and two man tents to look at:
Eureka Spitfire - 3 season, double wall, not free standing - but weighs under 3 pounds.
Go-Lite Shangri-la 1 Shelter - 3-4 season, single wall, not free standing - weighs only 1 lb 2 ounces
Kelty Gunnison 1.1 - 3 season, double wall, free standing with full coverage fly, 3 lbs 14 ounces.
Sierra Designs Vapor Light 1 - 3 season, double wall, free standing w/ full coverage fly 2 lbs 14 ounces

Any of these would do great, and all but the last one can be found for well under your price limit. The Vapor Light is around $159 on sale.

Better to buy a tent you think you'll like when it is on sale and get out on the trail and try it. After a year or so, you'll learn more about what you like / don't like and you can sell that tent to a buddy and upgrade. Or, you can rent a tent to start out - and try a few different styles. Stores like REI offer backpacking tent rentals, and they can offer you their recommendations on what tent would work best for your destination.

what shall i wear to a work training session?

Izzy

Ive applied for a sales assistant possition at early earning centre, and they phoned my today saying that they want me to come in for a training sesson. What shall i wear to it? ive never had a job before, so i dont know how smart your supposed to dress.

Answer
my suggestions sre
1 - Waterproof Jacket, breathable with hood
1 - Insulated Jacket, synthetic or down
1 - Soft Jacket, fleece or soft-shell
2 - Long Sleeve Shirt, light-weight, moisture-wicking fabric
1 - Short Sleeve Shirt, light-weight, moisture-wicking fabric
1 - Waterproof Pants, breathable (side-zipper recommended)
2 - Hiking Pants (convertible to shorts recommended)
1 - Fleece Pants
1 - Shorts (optional)
1 - Long Underwear (moisture-wicking fabric recommended)
3 - Underwear, briefs (moisture-wicking fabric recommended)
2 - Sport Bra (women)
Headwear
1 - Brimmed Hat, for sun protection
1 - Knit Hat, for warmth
1 - Balaclava, for face coverage (optional)
1 - Bandana (optional)
Handwear
1 - Gloves, warm (waterproof recommended)
1 - Glove Liners, thin, synthetic, worn under gloves for added warmth (optional)
Footwear
1 - Hiking Boots, warm, waterproof, broken-in, with spare laces
1 - Gym Shoes, to wear at camp (optional)
3 - Socks, thick, wool or synthetic
3 - Sock Liners, tight, thin, synthetic, worn under socks to prevent blisters (optional)
1 - Gaiters, waterproof (optional)
Accessories
1 - Sunglasses or Goggles
1 - Backpack Cover, waterproof (optional)
1 - Poncho, during rainy season (optional)
1 - Water Bottle (Nalgene, 32 oz. recommended)
1 - Water Bladder, Camelbak type (optional)
1 - Towel, lightweight, quick-dry (optional)
1 - Pee Bottle, to avoid leaving tent at night (highly recommended)
Stuff Sacks or Plastic Bags, various sizes, to keep gear dry and separate
Equipment
1 - Sleeping Bag, warm, four seasons
1 - Sleeping Bag Liner, for added warmth (optional)
1 - Sleeping Pad, self-inflating or closed-cell foam
1 - Trekking Poles (highly recommended)
1 - Head lamp, with extra batteries
1 - Duffel bag, for porters to carry your equipment
1 - Daypack, for you to carry your personal gear
Other
Toiletries
Prescriptions
Sunscreen
Lip Balm
Insect Repellent, containing DEET
First Aid Kit
Hand Sanitizer
Toilet Paper
Wet Wipes (recommended)
Snacks, light-weight, high calorie, high energy (optional)
Pencil and Notebook, miniature, for trip log (optional)
Camera, with extra batteries (optional)

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