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Ideal for newer backpackers and those who want a versatile, durable shelter, the MSR Elixir 1 tent is easy to set up and super spacious. It's a perfect backcountry getaway.




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Imported.
View all MSR Backpacking Tents| Best Use | Backpacking |
|---|---|
| Seasons | 3-season |
| Sleeping Capacity | 1-person |
| Minimum Trail Weight | 4 lbs. 1 oz. |
| Packaged Weight | 5 lbs. 5 oz. |
| Packed Size | 5.5 x 19 inches |
| Floor Dimensions | 88 x 30 inches |
| Floor Area | 18 square feet |
| Vestibule Area | 8 square feet |
| Peak Height | 39 inches |
| Number of Doors | 1 door |
| Number of Poles | 2 |
| Pole Material | 7000-series aluminum |
| Pole Diameter | 8.5 millimeters |
| Canopy Fabric | 20-denier nylon micromesh; 40-denier ripstop polyester with a PFAS-free durable water repellent (DWR) |
| Floor Fabric | 75-denier taffeta polyester with 3,000 mm polyether urethane and PFAS-free DWR |
| Rainfly Fabric | 75-denier ripstop polyester with 1,500 mm polyether urethane and PFAS-free DWR |
| Footprint Included | Yes |
| Design Type | Freestanding |
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After my first usage over 3 days, I am very happy so far. My previous one-person had almost no headspace and sitting up in the morning normally resulted in wet hair. The 2 cross design of this one is really nice. it's really airy, and not-claustrophobia inducing. The Door is amazing too. It's wild how many small tent designs seem to want you to slide, scootch, or otherwise climb around a door that doesn't fully open.
It’s a great tent and i have went on a couple trips with it all of which included exponential rain. Tent held up fine, plenty of room for me and my gear, but with a tent at such a good price it is a little heavier but i prefer the polyester rain fly over the lighter weight nylon anyways. Solid tent.