Hiking Pole Supported Tents

I had the Aeon for a very short term…didn’t even take it out on a trip, but I noticed that the tent set up perfectly fine without having to spend money on adaptors. I don’t own the Notch so can’t compare but the point peak for the pole fit the handle just fine

Daniel,

You are likely correct about not necessarily needing the pole handle adaptors for the peak of the AEON – or the Notch for the matter.  But I got them for the extra security they provide. They are very well designed and easy to use with the velcro closure.

Re: “HIKING POLE SUPPORTED TENTS”

So I use one hiking pole, easily adjustable with flick-lox, and a mix of carbon and alloy tube, modified to add a very long handle that makes it easy to choke the pole.  And always use rubber tips that need to be replaced every year or so.  Total weight – 7.5 oz.  This pole is what I need for hiking or backpacking on or off-trail over rough and dangerous ground with one pole, and is designed for that specific use.  Have even used the cleated rubber tips on icy ground with no problem, but the tips could be simply removed if desired.

Have tried using a second pole, and it is just a big nuisance and gets in the way.  No disrespect to those who need two of them is intended.

So will not try to use trekking poles to lighten the tent.  Sometimes I want that pole even when camped in order to move about safely.

Have read all the Cuben, and later DCF debates on BPL, including the recent related thread, “Cuben Fiber Imperfections,” and do not see how those with bad experiences and the boosters can be living on the same planet.  And for the excessive cost, have no  intention of even trying a DCF trekking pole supported tent.  Have some DCF purchased years ago, and am going to throw it out.  Would try to sell it, but would feel guilty about it.

So carry a 2 lb solo (+ dog(s)) 15D nylon tent that is self-supported with carbon poles of tube selected after many break tests, so no breaks for over a decade.  (But still carry a repair sleeve.)  And am working on a larger version that will have even more space inside, and a design that minimizes nylon sag so a more durable, as well as more flexible material can be used for much less cost.  A recent post noted that Tenacious Tape now comes with a silnylon adhesive, but have never had to patch a silnylon tent.

The weight penalty – less than a pound more than the way overpriced, flimsy coffin sized, .5 oz (14 grams) DCF solo tents – is one I’am glad to bear.  And I sleep without concern in raucous weather, and am as comfortable as heck.

Sam, As long as you are comfortable both on and off the trail that’s all that’s important.

I still will use my silnylon TT Moment DW because it is such a great 4 season tent with the mods I have made, like running the optional “Crossing Pole” under the fly (instead of over it) for wind and snow load support. Again, it’s a comfortable tent for me in any weather and as I said, it’s all about comfort.

Thanks, Eric.  Expected to be hammered for my views, but felt they had to be said.