String Ridge VST 1.5 vs FreeLite™ 1-Person Ultralight Backpacking Tent

String Ridge VST 1.5 is the lighter of the two by 74 g (2.6 oz).

FreeLite™ 1-Person Ultralight Backpacking Tent lists for $110.00 less at the manufacturer's price.

Per ounce carried, FreeLite™ 1-Person Ultralight Backpacking Tent costs less: $17.18/oz against $23.91/oz.

Where to buy

String Ridge VST 1.5

FreeLite™ 1-Person Ultralight Backpacking Tent

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String Ridge VST 1.5

Big Agnes

FreeLite™ 1-Person Ultralight Backpacking Tent

MSR

Weight
23.0 oz
25.6 oz
MSRP
$549.95
$439.95
Price per ounce
$23.91/oz
$17.18/oz
Retailers
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String Ridge VST 1.5

The String Ridge VST 2. 5 gives you the best of both worlds: weight stats you can only get with a trekking pole shelter, combined with a stable, reliable design. Shop today at Big Agnes!

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FreeLite™ 1-Person Ultralight Backpacking Tent

The ultralight 1 person FreeLite is a semi-freestanding backpacking tent for solo backpackers who want to shed weight without compromising on space or features.

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