Many mentioned this is too big/heavy for backpacking, how much space does it take up? Could you split the load between a buddy backpacker?
309892
Yes, but by backpacking standards, this is a 4+ person tent. You could fit 3 biblers inside it.
309893
Yes I think you could split the load-- with one person carrying the main tent and half the stakes, the other with the rain fly + stakes. Like I mentioned earlier, some better stakes might save you some weight....sometimes in the summer with no rain forecast we ditch the rain fly and its quite nice! Theres only one pole so youd have to fight over who takes that on :)
202674
Yeah, thats exactly what it is for. My set-up weighs around 30lbs and fits great in this pack. If you have a bunch of gear I would recommend a bit of a larger one but if you are more of a bare essentials person this is great probably even a bit big. It really depends how much gear you have.
240552
Under product dimensions it states that it is 10 lbs. .... but the shipping weight is listed as 8.6 lbs. Either way it is a bit heavy for a backpacker.
2171371
I'm not sure but i wouldnt recomend this as a backpacking bag because the waist support is flimsy and doesnt support much. I got this for my girlfriend but we then returned it and got a larger one from the same company that has better waist support tjat works well.
125771
I have stashed 'backpacking' sleeping bag in the pack with minimal clothes. Have not tried packing a tent into it yet, but imagine you could strap one to it externally. Or if you had a really compact tent (I don't), that may work.
248371
I think this tent weighs too much for backpacking trips plus too awkward. Weight is about 7 lbs i would guess.
1948532
it fills very easily a 50-60 L backpack, yes, it is way too big, i mean a lot, and it says it weight 2 kg,it fills like 60-70% of my 85 L backpack
132123
It is about the same size as a rolled-up ground mat for your sleeping bag... so just put it side-ways on the top of your rear rack, use one velcro or snap strap around the middle and through the rack and pedal on. If you continue to think through it, think about your tent, your sleeping bag, and your ground mat all snuggled together on your rear rack. I don't have an issue with other comment that you might want a lighter tent. I have a lighter one on my single heavy touring bike, but this one would be fine for a couple such as riding a tandem bike cross-country.
2165384
It is not a good option for a backpack. It is pretty large. Mine is about 49" long when collapsed, and it is quite heavy.
1498563
Yes PLEASE!! I have been looking for this information for a while now. I can't believe that so many backpacking items don't list the pack dimensions!Sorry I don't have the answer, but like you I really need to know. By posting here, I can subscribe to this discussion and get an email when someone with the answer posts. Which I really hope someone out there who owns this does.
481004
I didn't look, It is very small. Backpacker size for sure. Get a bigger one if your camping not packing it in.
372450
Yes. I take it backpacking sometimes. Not sure but I'm a tall, big guy and works fine so far.
310042
It's been a while, Al, but I seem to recall no unusual sizing issues. I sent it back, however, because it was too heavy for backpacking. If you're planning on standing in one place (on a boat or something,) this would be the ticket. I'm going to guess it'd be a medium?
1863239
I'd say just a few pounds, 3-4. It's more awkward shaped than weighty. If you are taking it camping no problem but I doubt you would want to be backpacking it. Ours stays in the camper and we LOVE it.
1696071
It's too big for a regular backpack. It weighs 25 lbs (not 10 lbs) so it's a bit heavy, but not if you're adaptable to that kind of weight. I think it's pretty sturdy and I'm happy with my purchase. I do recommend the skeg for better steer-ability.
1613791
My son used it for a 5 day wildernes trip, but we hadably to scale down his load because he only weighs 65lbs. It could easily carry 70-80 lbs of gear. would say you can make it work if you are only taking limited clothing and food. If you are not caring much food or cooking supplies, I think it will work great. There are lots of pockets for toiletries and personal items. A 30 degree bag in a stuff sack fits in the sleeping bag section perfectly. I am 5'5" and the pack length fits me very comfort
1007349
It is heavy and would take up all the room in your huge suitcase. I would not buy this for that. I would try something lighter weight.