REI Co-op Flash Air 1 Tent

The REI Co-op Flash Air 1 is a single-wall, single-person pyramid tent that uses trekking poles for its primary support — one DAC Featherlite aluminum pole is included for anyone hiking without poles. Trail weight is 790 g, firmly in ultralight territory for a full shelter with floor, and REI lists it for backpacking, thru-hiking, and bikepacking. The fly is silicone-coated nylon with a 1800 mm water column rating — moderate, not top-tier, waterproofing typical of ultralight fabrics — paired with a bathtub floor of the same coating. Floor space is 1.76 m², and a 107 cm peak height keeps it low-profile for wind resistance, a common trade-off for non-freestanding pyramid shapes. A single 0.78 m² vestibule handles pack and boot storage, and factory-sealed seams mean no field sealing. Because it's non-freestanding, pitching requires stakes and taut guy lines at all four points — five stakes are included, though heavier-duty ones may be worth carrying for exposed sites. For a solo ultralight hiker willing to manage single-wall condensation, 790 g for a full one-person shelter is a strong number.