Smaller is better, at least when it is something you have to bring along while hiking or biking. Smaller is not better when it comes to having someplace to rest your weary head however. But Easton Mountain Products has come up with a solution in its new Kilo 1P ultra-light one-person tent. It basically 1 uPs the Kilo tent that was introduced last summer, and which turned heads at the 2011 Utah Innovation Awards.
The Kilo 1P is a three-season, minimalist shelter that is designed to be an alternative to traditional bivvy shelters, and includes shorter pole segments that make it easily packable into a daypack, kayak or bike pannier. It features one person capacity, is there-season usable, weighs 1 pound 14 oz, and is made of waterproof nylon ripstop material.
“More people are taking on longer backcountry treks in a shorter amount of time,” says Easton Mountain Products Marketing Manager Rich Packer. “With its extreme packability, lightweight pole structure and roomy design, the Kilo 1P creates a more enjoyable experience when sleeping solo. It’s nice to sit up, change clothes or read inside for such a minimalist weight.”
The Kilo 1P provides a floor area that is 18.8 square feet. It utilizes high strength carbon ION tent poles with AirLock connectors that are 59 percent lighter than traditional aluminum inserts. With 39 inches of headroom you can sit up and put on your shoes, and have enough space to take shelter from the weather bugs.