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Six Moon Designs Skyscape Trekker vs SlingFin SplitWing UL Tarp

Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.

SlingFin SplitWing UL Tarp is the lighter option — 566 g lighter than the Six Moon Designs Skyscape Trekker (72% less weight). If grams matter to you, that is the one to beat.
Spec Six Moon Designs Skyscape Trekker SlingFin SplitWing UL Tarp
Weight 790 g · 0.790 kg · 1.74 lb 224 g · 0.224 kg · 0.49 lb
Brand Six Moon Designs SlingFin
Category Shelter Shelter
Six Moon Designs Skyscape Trekker
790 g

Ultralight solo hybrid double-wall trekking-pole tent with two side entrances and vestibules, ideal for taller hikers.

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SlingFin SplitWing UL Tarp
224 g

Minimal trekking-pole-supported tarp in 10D Nylon 66 ripstop sil/sil. Modular SplitWing system pairs with a mesh body and vestibule for full coverage.

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Six Moon Designs Skyscape Trekker vs SlingFin SplitWing UL Tarp: which should you buy?

If saving weight is your priority, the SlingFin SplitWing UL Tarp wins — at 224 g it is 566 g (72%) lighter than the Six Moon Designs Skyscape Trekker (790 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.

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