During the 3rd trip out one of the poles snapped.

The poles split

I purchased this for motorcycle camping (off of a dirtbike), which is similar to hiking in that you're trying to pack as light as possible. This tent is exceptionally light, exceptionally weatherproof and packs down small. For the money, no other tent compares. The ONLY thing I'd change about it, is to have it a clip design so you're not trying to thread the poles through the tent in the dark (clip designs are far quicker to put up and take down). I especially like being able to pull the rain fly back on a nice night, and have only a bug net between myself and the stars.

Customer Service

My front pole split after the 2nd season. I called Eureka, and a new one was at my door step in 7 days ~ no charge for the pole nor shipping. I was very impressed.

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I've got several other tents, bivies and hammocks.

Fantastic tent.
Size: 5 stars. I'm 6'3" and had enough room to lay my pack flat in the 'vestibule', + enough room for other items next to me, and i could still curl up into a little ball. Packs super small if you lash the poles to your pack.

Weight: 5 stars. Not much heavier than my military issue Gore-tex bivy.

Protection: 5 stars. the fly fits snug, and solid, it is permanently attatched(i'd love to see this tent with a seperate fly). The bottom and sides offer excellent "tub" effect(protection from ground water, splash).

Ventilation: 4 stars. The amount of netting is great, essentially the whole top 3/4. I would love to see better ventilation for the fly when it's sealed up(less condensation, which wasn't too bad for me anyway).

Access: 4-5 stars. It's zippered on top and entry is good, the front is a little tight to get into, but it's nice to have the option.

Overall I would recommend this tent to anyone who is looking for something more than a 'strict' bivy as the whole shelter, but also offers room to move. Aside from me finding this new for $40, the regular price is excellent.

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Catoma Bed-net, Kelty Dart2.

The tent is really simple to set up. Lightweight. Compact.
Two cons: condesation in the mornings will make whatever is touching the sides wet. Also its just a little squatty.

The tent works well. The front/head pole splintered on initial set-up. Had to use duct tape to use. Wish it was a free stand tent, it would make more versatile. However, can't understand others complaints about enough headroom. This tent is to be one size up from a bivy sak. Light weight and less constricting than a bivy, this one person tent fits the bill.

Customer Service

I have emailed customer service about a replacement front/head pole. Hopefully, they come thru. It is apparently, reading the reviews, a bit of a problem. The tent still works if you duct tape the pole, but still a bit of a let down when something breaks right out of the package.

I purchased this tent due to it's small pack size and light weight for motorcycle camping. I've been very pleased with this tent EXCEPT that the front pole split and shattered upon it's 4th use, which was very disappointing. I used Gorilla tape to mend it, and have used it a dozen times since then. Very water proof in the rain, but condensation will soak the sleeping bag, and anything else that touches the side wall. Very quick to put up and pull down, which was the draw for me. Packs down very small.

Eureka Solitaire is a great little bikepacking bivy and you can't beat the price. Yes, the pole sleeves are a little tight, so you have to be gentle. Although I haven't had pole splitting, I had another tent that did. To prevent this you can reinforce the fiberglas by winding electrical tape as if you were taping bicycle handlebars.

This tent is just great. Sets up easily and compacts nicely in my backpack. Even if the described weight is a little off, it's still a full 1-2 pounds lighter than other tents in the same category. I've taken this out in 30 degrees in the mountains and 90 degrees in the desert and slept comfortably at all times. My two minor complaints are condensation and like someone else mentioned, I wish it was just a little taller so I could sit up. I'm 5'2" and there was plenty of room for me and my pack but this tent would not be for the claustrophobic or a tall person.

Customer Service

None needed

People are scoring this product way too high. Cons: Weight was not as advertised. Pack weight ~3lbs 6 oz. Could get it down to hair over 3lbs by replacing all the metal stakes with aluminum. Condensation on fly a problem if totally enclosed. I am fairly small guy but this tent is for sleeping only. No head room. Too many stakes. Pros: Cheap, small, fairly lightweight, and flip back fly for star gazing is a nice feature.

Customer Service

No issues to date other than poor design and erroneous weight information.

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REI Half Dome 2 person, Eureka Backcountry 2, Eureka Timberline 2. I would score all of these tents as better values, however, they aren't solos and aren't as compact and lightweight.