Freestanding; 2 x 8.5 mm aluminum poles; footprint included
Historical Regular Price
179 USD
Overview
Prior-generation one-person 3-season backpacking tent built around a simple freestanding X-pole dome, rectangular floor, single large door and vestibule, roof-roll rainfly door, internal storage, and included footprint. REI now identifies this exact version as unavailable and points to a newer Trailmade 1 generation.
WHAT MATTERS
Simple Freestanding X-Pole Setup
Equal-length aluminum poles and clips create an easy-to-pitch freestanding dome for solo backpacking.
20-sq-ft Rectangular Floor
Symmetrical 88-by-36.5-inch floor provides 20 square feet of usable sleeping space without a pronounced taper.
Roof-Roll Rainfly Door
Rainfly door can roll over the roof for a clearer sky view, added airflow, and reduced condensation in fair weather.
9.5-sq-ft Gear Vestibule
Large single vestibule adds protected storage outside the 20-square-foot sleeping area.
Footprint Included
Matching footprint ships with the tent to reduce floor abrasion and ground wear.
GTW TAKE
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Best Overall
The Trailmade 1 is the strongest all-around choice for campers who want their own tent without going ultralight or overly technical. It is freestanding, beginner-friendly, reasonably roomy for a true 1-person tent, and includes a footprint, which makes the value case stronger for new and casual campers.
Freestanding design is easy for newer campers to set up
Roomier than many compact 1-person backpacking tents
Included footprint improves value and floor protection
Tradeoff: Heavier than ultralight 1-person shelters
