Shelters

Mesh Tent 1

Shelters

1 person
Versatile, lightweight bug protection for the minimalist solo backpacker.

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Weight

Dimensions
Height – front
Height – rear
Length
Width – front
Width – rear

Area

410 g/15 oz

95 cm/37 in
55 cm/22 in
210 cm/83 in
120 cm/47 in
70 cm/28 in

2 m²/21.5 ft²

NOTE: the Mesh Tent 1 does not come with any pegs or poles.

All product features and measurement values, including weight, may vary somewhat from what is shown in our catalog, other printed items, and on our web site. Such differences can occur because of alterations in the design and production process and/or natural variations in the materials.

Pitching the
Mesh Tent 1

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Open air sleeping on a summer backpacking trip is a joy – except for the bugs. Our new Mesh Tent 1 offers breezy, versatile, very lightweight protection against mosquitoes, no-see-ums, and other bugs for those who prefer the minimalist approach. The Mesh Tent 1 is a classic ridge-tent design, so all you need to pitch it are ridge line supports and a little imagination: Tie the supports to trees, or use trekking poles. Paddles will work, as will fallen tree branches.

Its sewn-in floor keeps both ground moisture and crawling animals out, and we build the Mesh Tent 1 with our lightest weight mesh. Unlike many mesh fabrics, this one is woven rather than knitted, so has a very fine mesh structure, is softer to the touch while still offering excellent durability, and is remarkably light.

We designed the Mesh Tent 1 specifically to work perfectly with our Tarp 5, and the two together make an outstanding – and very light, just 730 g/1 lb 10 oz – choice for those looking to take the most minimal warm-weather shelter solution.

Adding a Tarp 5 to a Mesh Tent 1

1. Put the front ring of the Tarp 5 over the trekking pole at the front of the Mesh Tent 1 and pull the Tarp over the ridgeline.

2. Put the Tarp 5’s rear ring over the trekking pole at the back of the Mesh Tent 1.

3. Peg out the side guy lines.

4. Make any adjustments to get the pitch you want.

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1. Put the front ring of the Tarp 5 over the trekking pole at the front of the Mesh Tent 1 and pull the Tarp over the ridgeline.

2. Put the Tarp 5’s rear ring over the trekking pole at the back of the Mesh Tent 1.

3. Peg out the side guy lines.

4. Make any adjustments to get the pitch you want.

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Hilleberg Mesh Tent 1 Pitching Instructions

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Y-Pegs

Y-Peg

$50

Our Y-Peg is exceptionally strong yet quite lightweight, and its "Y" profile gives both excellent penetration in hard ground and plenty of surface area for reliable hold in softer conditions. Both because of its shape and its durable, hardened aluminum body, the sturdy Y-Peg can be hammered into hard ground. Its bright, gold anodized color makes it easy to see, and an attached string loop provides for easy removal. • 18 cm/7.1" • 14 g/0.5 oz • Set of 10 pegs •

V-Pegs

V-Peg

$35

Very light yet very strong, our V-Peg is made from hardened aluminum, and it has specifically engineered thick yet light spine and sides to prevent bending. Its "V" cross section provides a fine balance of penetration in hard ground and holding capability in looser soil. Anodized a highly visible gold, the V-peg also has an integrated string loop for easy removal from the ground. • 16 cm/6.3" • 11 g/0.4 oz • Set of 10 pegs •

Y-Peg ULs

Y-Peg UL

$48

Our lightest peg, the new, hardened aluminum Y-Peg UL has a “Y” cross-section similar to our Y-Peg, but in a smaller (and lighter) package. While not quite as robust as the larger Y-Peg, it offers a great balance of hard ground penetration and soft ground holding power. Its gold anodizing makes it highly visible, and the attached string loop makes it easier to pull it from the ground. • 15 cm/5.9" • 9.6 g/0.34 oz • Set of 10 pegs •

Trekking Pole

Produced by DAC, our long-time partner and tent pole supplier, our poles are great for hiking and also work seamlessly with our Anaris, Tarps, Mesh Tent 1, Mesh Boxes and Mesh Ridge. Our poles are built with DAC’s impressively strong TH72M aluminum, and they extend from 90 cm (35.5 in) to 145 cm (57 in) and collapse fully to 65 cm (25.5 in). Adjustment comes from easy-to-use and very secure double-cam Lever Locks. At longer lengths, they are ideal for the Anaris and Tarp 10, or for the front of the Tarp 5 or Mesh Tent 1. When fully collapsed, they are perfect for the back of both the Tarp 5 and the Mesh Tent 1. Our trekking poles also come with removable rubber tips for use on rocky terrain.

• 240 g/8.5 oz per pole •

Trekking Pole (2 pcs.)

$178

Trekking pole rubber tip (individual)

$1.50

Trekking pole replacement basket (individual)

Trekking pole Snowbasket (pair)

Guy Line and Line Runners

Our proprietary 2 & 3 mm red and white guy line cord is strong, light and easy to see. Its interwrap construction interweaves super strong Vectran cord longitudinally with polyester, producing a cord with no sheath to slip, near zero stretch, minimal water absorption, an easy-to-handle soft feel, high UV resistance, and a stout 60 kg (132 lb) breaking strength for the 2 mm and 80 kg (176 lb) for the 3 mm. • 2mm/3 mm x 25 m (82 ft) • 53 g (1.9 oz)/133 g (4.7 oz) •

These unique and reliable line runners come with every tent, but they can also be purchased separately. They lock securely on a range of different line dimensions and are easy to adjust, even while wearing mittens. • 2 and 3 mm sizes (fits our 2 & 3 mm guy line, respectively) • Set of 10 •

3 mm guy line and line runners come standard with all tents except for our Yellow Label tents which come with 2 mm guy line and line runners.

Guy Line

$44

Line Runners

$18