Skyscape Scout

Just took my Scout on its maiden voyage on the AT down in North Carolina. Given the price point, weight and quality construction, I could not be more pleased. Given the fact that this is primarily a mesh tent with enough nylon to provide super rain shelter, condensation was a non-issue. This is a great little tent. The sleeves to insert your two hiking poles take some getting used to, but my pitches were taut, and there is ample room for one. The vestibules are not huge, but large enough. At 2.5 pounds and $135, what’s not to like? Thanks, SMD!!!! I’m a happy camper.

I was looking for something that wouldn’t break the bank to start experimenting with a trekking pole tent. I’ve used this a few times now and have been pleasantly surprised. There was plenty of room for me and my pack. I have now added the lighter one to my Christmas list! Fingers crossed that I get it!

Awesome tent for the price. I was looking to lighten my load and free up some space in my pack without spending a fortune or loosing the benefits of an enclosed shelter. My other consideration was space due to the fact I am 6 foot 4 inch and 220lbs. My Scout was delivered quickly so I wasted no time in spending a couple of nights in the backyard prior to a real test in Yosemite. First this tent is so easy to pitch, 3 stakes to peg it out, insert the two poles, stake out the vestibules and you are good to go in a couple of minutes. I haven't sealed the seams, however even with 30 mins exposure to lawn sprinklers there was no leakage. Once inside there is plenty of room for a full size air pad, if you are taller you need to slide your pad to the head end to keep your feet off the tent at the other end yet even in this configuration there is still room for your essentials inside the tent. Next up Yosemite, I am glad to report that my initial confidence in this tent was confirmed after a few nights in the Sierras, no bugs are ants got in the tent and no condensation issues. I also got a lot of positive comments on the Scout from other backpackers who had never heard of Six Moons. I Would definitely recommend this tent for other solo backpackers who are aren't willing to sacrifice the comfort of a tent and go for a simple tarp setup. The only question is Scout or Trekker? If you want a some extra durability the Scout the is perfect.

I bought this tent for a backpack hunt. Our first night we pitched just below a peak we should not have (Red Mountain, Brookings Or.). It came in fast and blew 65+ all night with rain and hail. Scary. My buddy was miserable, I stayed dry! Tent is VERY sturdy. Best $125 you can spend. 5 mins set up. Cant beat it!

I really like this tent. I just spent six days with it in the Grand Canyon. The set up is a little more complicated than a stand alone tent, but I got the routine dialed in after a couple of days. I used my trekking poles for support and that worked great. Lots of headroom and good ventilation even when all flaps are down. More room than expected for a 1 person tent. Went through a couple of night of 20 to 25 mph winds and the tent didn't budge. For the price, this lightweight tent was top notch. I'd highly recommend it for a lower priced lightweight tent.