Lighter livingThe one-man tent from Six Moon Designs

Peter Nilges

 · 28.11.2019

Lighter living: The one-man tent from Six Moon DesignsPhoto: Max Fuchs
Lighter living: The one-man tent from Six Moon Designs
This ultralight tent weighs less than 800 grams including the tent pole and is still affordable. We tried out the Lunar Solo.

If you want to travel light without sacrificing the comfort and protection of a tent, this lightweight mobile home is the perfect choice. Combined with a carbon tent pole (51 grams), the one-man tent from Six Moon Designs weighs less than a full water bottle and can also be stowed away very compactly. The tent fits easily into a luggage holder in the frame triangle without the crank rubbing.

  Thanks to its compact pack size, the tent fits easily into a luggage holder such as the Versa-Cage from Topeak and can thus be accommodated in the frame triangle. There's still plenty of room in the pack sack...Photo: Max Fuchs Thanks to its compact pack size, the tent fits easily into a luggage holder such as the Versa-Cage from Topeak and can thus be accommodated in the frame triangle. There's still plenty of room in the pack sack...  The Lunar Solo is pitched with just one tent pole and six pegs. This three-part carbon pole weighs just 51 grams and costs around 35 euros.Photo: Max Fuchs The Lunar Solo is pitched with just one tent pole and six pegs. This three-part carbon pole weighs just 51 grams and costs around 35 euros.

With just six pegs, assembly is quick and easy. Even in the dark, the Lunar Solo can be erected in a short time with little practice. If you're feeling cosy, it even offers space for two on its hexagonal footprint of maximum 229 x 122 centimetres. If you prefer a less cosy space, you can at least store dry luggage that no longer fits under the small awning. Sitting is also possible thanks to the tent height. The mesh above the groundsheet ensures sufficient ventilation.

+ Low weight, compact pack size, quick to set up
- Seams must be sealed for 100 per cent rain protection

  The tent fits securely in the luggage holder on the down tube. The tent pole is attached to the handlebar bag.Photo: Max Fuchs The tent fits securely in the luggage holder on the down tube. The tent pole is attached to the handlebar bag.

The key data:

  • 740 grams (without tent pole)
  • 229 x 122 cm base area (hexagonal)
  • from 208 Euro
  The space is absolutely spacious for one person. If you close the tent, you can store your luggage dry under the canopy.Photo: Max Fuchs The space is absolutely spacious for one person. If you close the tent, you can store your luggage dry under the canopy.
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