Simond Sprint Tarp Tent 2P vs Zpacks Altaplex Lite Tent
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
Ultralight 2-person tarp tent with Dyneema fabric. 510g total weight, dual vestibules, ideal for experienced backpackers seeking minimal setup.
Full details →Ultralight 1P tent with DCF fabric. 13.2 ounces total weight.
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Simond Sprint Tarp Tent 2P vs Zpacks Altaplex Lite Tent: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Zpacks Altaplex Lite Tent wins — at 375 g it is 135 g (26%) lighter than the Simond Sprint Tarp Tent 2P (510 g). That said, the heavier option may justify the extra grams with more capacity, durability or comfort, so weigh the trade-off against how you'll use it.
See where both rank against everything else in this category on the lightest shelter page, or browse the full gear weight database.