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Zpacks Duplex Tent vs Zpacks Offset Duo

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

No winner on weight yet. The recorded weights have not both been verified on the same basis. Size, included parts and single-item versus pair weights can differ. Check the linked sources before choosing a replacement.

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Spec Zpacks Duplex Tent Zpacks Offset Duo
Weight 504 g · 0.504 kg · 1.11 lb
minimum weight (Duplex Classic, Olive Drab/Blue), incl. guylines en taped seams
 550 g · 0.550 kg · 1.21 lb
Brand Zpacks Zpacks
Category Shelter Shelter
Zpacks Duplex Tent
504 g

Two-person freestanding DCF tent weighing just 504g. Optimized for thru-hikers seeking minimal weight without sacrificing comfort or weather protection.

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Zpacks Offset Duo
550 g

Single-wall Dyneema two-person tent with two doors and vestibules, using an offset ridgeline and a third foot pole for headroom.

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Zpacks Duplex Tent vs Zpacks Offset Duo: which should you buy?

The listed weights alone are not enough to choose between these products. Confirm the size, included parts and weight basis against each source; choose equipment for the function and fit you need.

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