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Snugpak Ionosphere 1 Person Tent, 94 inches x 35 inches x 28 inches, Waterproof Polyester and Nylon

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  • Nylon,Polyester
  • Made in the USA or Imported
  • Inner tent dimensions are 94 inches long, 35 inches wide, and 28 inches tall; built to accommodate 1 person and their gear, features tape sealed seams
  • Lightweight and compact pack size is 19 inches long by 5.5 inches wide; trail weight is 2.64 pounds, pack weight is 3.34 pounds
  • Equipped with DAC Featherlite NSL anodized aluminum poles with press fit connectors; features No-See-Um mesh mosquito net for warmer climates
  • Flysheet is 210t polyester RipStop with 5000 millimeter waterproof and windproof polyurethane coating; the 2 pole system keeps condensation buildup to a minimum
  • A basic repair kit is included; contains metal pole repair sleeve, tent guide rope tensioner, spare cord, elastic loop, patch materials, and a storage bag

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Snugpak Ionosphere One Person Tent
The Ionosphere One Person Tent is supported by aluminum poles and features a waterproof Fly Sheet
Snugpak Ionosphere - 3.4lbs, waterproof, windproof

Additional Features:

The Ionosphere is constructed with a No-See-Um Mesh inner tent to protect you from insects

The Ionosphere's Fly Sheet is created with lightweight RipStop polyester

Designed with a two pole support system that forms a hooped shelter

No-See-Um Mesh Mosquito Net

The Ionosphere is constructed with a No-See-Um Mesh inner tent to protect you from insects while you sleep and provide increased airflow.

Waterproof PU Coated Fly Sheet

The Ionosphere's Fly Sheet is created with lightweight RipStop polyester with a 5000mm waterproof PU coating to keep you and your gear dry.

Compact One Person Tent

Designed with a two pole support system that forms a hooped shelter, the Ionosphere tent provides a spacious, low profile shelter that is easy to pitch and pack down small.

Snugpak Founded in 1977

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4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6 out of 5
697 global ratings

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Customers like the portability, durability, ease of setup, appearance and space of the tent. For example, they mention it's very compact, holds fast and is of top notch quality. They appreciate the 3 season tent's ability to blend in with surroundings and the fact that it has plenty of room.

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97 customers mention97 positive0 negative

Customers like the portability of the tent. They say it's very compact, lightweight, and small than their sleeping bag. It has a low profile with a small footprint, making it easy to fit in a smaller pack. Customers also mention that it has enough room for equipment and has plenty of room for themselves and their dog. Overall, customers are happy with the port ability of the product.

"...etc.I found it very roomy inside with room for extra clothes, boots, water bottle and assorted other gear you don't want to leave outside..." Read more

"...Boots fit nicely under the fly right next to the door, which does a good job to keep them dry...." Read more

"...Life was good. It also compresses into a very small package. It takes up the space of two MREs...." Read more

"...This tent is great, its actually smaller than my sleeping bag when in it's compact state...." Read more

72 customers mention64 positive8 negative

Customers like the durability of the tent. They say the material is very durable, the rain fly was rock solid, and the quality is top notch. The fabric is very light, but seems durable enough. It remained waterproof and held-fast, and it never sagged. It can be assembled in 10 minutes and disassembled in just as quick.

"...Set up was easy and the Aluminmum stakes were pretty sturdy standing up to me using either a rock or a piece of wood to hammer in the stakes with,..." Read more

"...High quality construction, packs small and is light fits easily on a backpack/rucksack...." Read more

"...It has been tough enough to withstand multiple long term field exercises in austere conditions...." Read more

"...It breaths well, it is light, it is durable, it is big enough for gear, but, it is difficult to get in and out of...." Read more

65 customers mention58 positive7 negative

Customers like the ease of set up of the tent. They say it's quick, easy, and light to set up. They also say it disassembles and packs up quickly. Customers also mention that the entrance is easy to get in and out of, which can be helpful if bugs are a problem. They mention that it'll fold and carry easily.

"...Set up was easy and the Aluminmum stakes were pretty sturdy standing up to me using either a rock or a piece of wood to hammer in the stakes with,..." Read more

"...Performance details:- Setup was fast and easy. I used all of the included stakes to secure the tent and fly...." Read more

"...Take down in the morning was fast and painless. I'm quite happy with it, i just hope it lasts." Read more

"...Very easy to put up and the mesh netting is perfect without the fly, when the weather's good...." Read more

42 customers mention42 positive0 negative

Customers like the appearance of the tent. They mention it's an amazing tent, a nice unit, and a good 3 season tent. Some say that it blends in with surroundings and is a decent tent for the solo sleeper. Overall, customers are satisfied with the design and functionality of the product.

"...This tent is great, its actually smaller than my sleeping bag when in it's compact state...." Read more

"This tent is amazing for backpacking. It packs up nice and narrow, so it's easy to fit in even a smaller pack...." Read more

"...I'm using it as part of my big out bag kit and it is such a beautiful contribution...." Read more

"...Overall it's the best 1-person low profile bike tent I found on Amazon." Read more

41 customers mention33 positive8 negative

Customers like the water resistance of the tent. They mention that it keeps them dry in a rain storm, the interior stayed moisture free all night, and the sleeping bag stayed dry the entire time. The tent is pretty water tight and the out shell will dry quickly.

"...wet from three days of previous rain storms but the tent never leaked one drop of water through the floor...." Read more

"...My sleeping bag stayed dry the entire time. Life was good. It also compresses into a very small package. It takes up the space of two MREs...." Read more

"...The poles are made of high quality materials, and the rain fly is fantastic. This tent is built to last...." Read more

"...It kept me completely dry. It was big enough to fit me (6ft) and my bag (55 Liter) at the foot of the tent...." Read more

39 customers mention28 positive11 negative

Customers like the space of the tent. They mention that it has plenty of room, is one of the most spacious single tents they've ever been in, and has room for extra clothes, boots, and water bottles. They're also impressed with the pack size, saying that it's tiny but still holds them and their pack. Customers also say that the tent is light and easy to set up, with just enough room to sleep and keep some of their gear in.

"...etc.I found it very roomy inside with room for extra clothes, boots, water bottle and assorted other gear you don't want to leave outside..." Read more

"...Low profile so still tactically sound, yet enough room to pull on your pants etc before you get out...." Read more

"...Space is limited, as many other reviews indicate. I am 6' tall and had only about 18" of space for my gear between my head and the end of the tent...." Read more

"...It breaths well, it is light, it is durable, it is big enough for gear, but, it is difficult to get in and out of...." Read more

27 customers mention23 positive4 negative

Customers like the value of the tent. They mention it's a good product for the money, a cheaper solution for hiking, and a great buy.

"...Overall- I love it. Well worth the money and makes a tactical night out seem a little more like camping." Read more

"This is a great lightweight solo tent. Basically unbeatable for the price. That being said, it is pretty much just for sleeping in and not much else...." Read more

"...Really good price, especially right now....$149.99...." Read more

"...and this is an excellent product for the money. No regrets of the purchase." Read more

20 customers mention20 positive0 negative

Customers like the ventilation of the tent. For example, they mention it breaths well, it's comfortable in high wind and heavy rain, and it has good air flow. That said, they still have enough room to sleep comfortably while keeping their important gear out of the rain.

"...I still have enough room to sleep comfortably while keeping my important gear out of the rain...." Read more

"...It breaths well, it is light, it is durable, it is big enough for gear, but, it is difficult to get in and out of...." Read more

"...The tent has excellent ventilation and even felt the breeze flowing through it when it was all tied down with the fly fully on...." Read more

"...It's LIGHT. It's tiny but still holds me and my pack. It's breathable, no condensation. The mesh on a clear night without light pollution is a treat...." Read more

Great Shelter w/ Some Limitations
4 Stars
Great Shelter w/ Some Limitations
I bought this tent to replace a rather old and battered one-man tent I'd had for years.A friend and I were planning a serious Alaskan backcountry trip, and I wanted a trusty tent that wouldn't weigh too much. In most respects I'm pleased with the Snugpak Ionosphere. But I have two minor criticisms.What's good?Overall the tent is well constructed with solid poles, good seams, sealed floor seams, and sturdy materials.The tent is spacious for its weight. I'm 5'9" and I could fit myself and my pack in the tent comfortably.The tent is low profile and withstood the windy nights rather well.The included stuff sack easily fit the tent, fly, poles, and my sleeping pad.When properly pitched and guyed, it seems to resist collecting vapor on the inside, even on chilly nights.What should you be aware of?You can't sit up inside this tent.No vestibule.It's not a free-stander. You will have to stake it out.What could be improved?The zippers could be better. They're not very heavy duty, and they jam easily on nearby materials.When you set up the fly, you have to align it JUST RIGHT, or this tent will slap itself in the breeze all night and keep you awake. (But if you properly align the fly, the noise goes away. It's just that a one-inch shift toward the foot of the tent will make for a noisy night.)
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CLC
5.0 out of 5 stars Bonne tente tunnel a un prix irréprochable.
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5.0 out of 5 stars "a one-man tent of paradoxes" You will love it or hate it!
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5.0 out of 5 stars "a one-man tent of paradoxes" You will love it or hate it!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 23, 2018
Key points below, long rambling review after that :)

KEY POINTS
(decide the pros and cons for yourself!)

- Tight yet spacious, snug yet "open", compact but not claustrophobic... if you use it properly!
- Lightweight. Not the lightest but light enough.
- Discreet. Low profile and blends well. Almost has a military feel to it (I hear it is indeed popular among soldiers)
- Well ventilated yet retains heat fairly well.
- Very "open" feeling; can be breezy if the wind picks up, which some will love, others will hate.
- Low profile and feels sturdy enough in the wind.
- Simple setup and quick to pack down, but be aware setup is INNER FIRST (be mindful of rain)
- Non free-standing.
- Mesh inner and rainfly are well separated and ventilation is good, seams are taped... leaking and condensation shouldn't be an issue.
- British made. Build quality seems good and sturdy so long as you take care of it (mesh is inherently fragile!)
- Rainfly zip isn't great and the fabric can get caught in it if you are not careful (I was afraid the fabric would rip but it didn't) The only real negative point I can think of... just treat her with care!

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This is a long, rambling review, but hopefully worth the read! Any points I forget to address I'll add to the overview at the top :)

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THE FIRST OUTING

I recently* took this nifty little tent on a last minute trip to the Cairngorms in the Scottish Highlands for three days of backpacking and two nights of camping (*in June). After reading plenty of positive reviews and watching demos on YouTube, I was confident enough to purchase the Ionosphere and take it straight into the field. I purposely did not do a test pitch in the garden, because what's life without a little uncertainty? :D

I stayed at a campsite for night #1 in the Ionosphere's first trial by fire. Pitching it was quick and simple with minimal fuss. Pretty good for a first attempt!

Having passed the campsite test, on night #2, I wild camped by the beachy Loch Morlich with a glorious view of the mountains and pine forests! The ground here was grassy on the surface but sand lay underneath, making it very easy to get the stakes in and out* but raised concerns about them coming loose if the wind picked up. I ignored common sense and pitched perpendicular to the wind for the lakeside view, so I used all my stakes and guy lines just to be safe! (*Had this been a true beach camp out on the sand I would have buried rocks as anchors, but here I got away with using the stakes!)

TWO NIGHTS IN, FIRST IMPRESSIONS...

The Snugpack Ionosphere is a one-man tent of paradoxes. To sum it up in two somewhat conflicting terms: snug and "open". Let's start with snug. This is not a negative, in my opinion, as it is part of the appeal of such a compact and discreet tent in the first place! It requires some compromise, but if you can deal with not being able to sit up in it (yes, it is that low profile!), then you may learn to love it.

This tent is a kind of hybrid, almost like an extra spacious bivy. You have plenty of space to toss and turn and spread out, even store a backpack, and do not have the coffin-like claustrophobic feel of a hooped bivvy. (I haven't tried these, but they look horrid!) Such a small tent means it traps body heat better than a larger one can, and thus is warmer during the night while also being very well ventilated.

Ventilation brings me to the "open" feeling of this tent. It is so well ventilated (due to the wide space between the mesh inner and rainfly and between the rainfly and the ground) that it can feel quite pleasantly breezy when the wind picks up. Personally, I LOVE this. I am a cool sleeper anyway and I cannot sleep comfortably in a warm stuffy room and will always leave a window open. In the Ionosphere, when I closed my eyes it really felt as if I was 'there', out in the great outdoors; sheltered, but not quarantined from the elements. (Bear in mind that pitching the back of the tent to the wind will reduce the draft, but I chose to pitch for the view!)

So pack a suitable sleeping bag, as you would regardless of tent design, and you'll be fine to enjoy a cool comfortable night's sleep. However, this openness will not be everyone's cup of tea, so be warned.

WORDS OF ADVICE

1) If I knew that cold weather and persistently driving winds would be an issue then I would probably take a more windproof tent for comfort, but so long as you have an adequate sleeping bag and layers this shouldn't be the end of the world if you get caught out. Matter of preference! On the other hand, on a very warm muggy night and if rain was not a concern, I could see myself forgetting the rainfly and just using the mesh inner on its own for the ultimate wild camp experience!

2) I would make sure you unpack whatever you need and place inside the tent BEFORE you get in, rather than dumping your pack inside and unpacking once you're in, because it's quite difficult! This can be an issue if a cloud of midges descends on you, as you do not want to keep the mesh open for longer than you have to! (I can thankfully confirm the tent is fully midge-proof!) So it can require a slightly tactical approach at times.

3) Yes, there is room to store you pack. For reference, I used an Osprey Kestrel 38l (pictured) and I am not very tall at 5'7" so there was plenty of extra space. I'm also very broad shouldered and never felt constricted whatsoever. Just accept that you cannot sit upright and be mindful of not snagging the mesh with your pack.

4) Minor, minor issue for myself... I like to hang up a little LED lamp for convenience at night, but in this tent there are no points to attach it to, since the mesh and rainfly are kept separated from the tent poles. Great for ventilation and waterproofing though, so I can live with it! :)

CLOSING THOUGHTS

Sorry to ramble but I hope this review is helpful! I really enjoyed using this tent, even if there were a few moments where I cursed it! Pragmatism is the name of the game and you should pick your tent to suit it's intended purpose. In this case, I wanted a compact and lightweight tent specifically for backpacking and wild camping, where I want to keep a low profile and enjoy the feeling of immersion with the environment. For other purposes, I would take a different tent. In this respect, I was very happy with the Ionosphere. I cannot speak for it's longevity, but in the meantime I can't wait to take it out again!
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