Lightweight tent

Abstract

The present invention is a lightweight tent having a sloping roof that overhangs the door and preferably the base of the tent as well at one or both ends. This latter slope allows the tent to be erected using a single supporting member, and provides good ventilation while simultaneously providing good protection from the elements. The lightweight tent is constructed from a waterproof canopy having generally trapezoidal sides joined to a floor that preferably tapers from the front to the rear. Its roof slopes downward from the front to the rear, with at least its front side edges tilting toward the ridgeline at an angle less than ninety degrees.

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TECHNICAL FIELD[0001]The present invention generally relates to tents and shelters used in backpacking and other outdoor activities.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]Tents are typically used by backpackers, hikers and others as shelters during overnight trips, and need to be as light and compact as possible to make them easier to carry. Moreover, they need to protect the backpacker(s) from the weather, and from insects, while also providing adequate ventilation to minimize condensation. Additionally, tents need to be sturdy, and should be fast and easy to erect, preferably using as few custom poles and stakes as possible.[0003]To date, there are many tents available for use as shelters. Currently available tents, however, all have trade-offs. Those providing the best protection from the environment are, for most backpackers, too heavy. Most lightweight tents, on the other hand, generally do not provide adequate protection on all sides from insects or the elements, e.g., wind, rain, s...

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Benefits of technology

[0007]In another embodiment, the tent includes sidewalls to increase the useable floor space. At the front end, the bottom of the overhang starts at the top of

Problems solved by technology

Currently available tents, however, all have trade-offs.

Those providing the best protection from the environment are, for most backpackers, too heavy.

Most lightweight tents, on the other hand, generally do not pro

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