Sierra Designs Hyperlight AST

Sierra Designs Hyperlight AST

Average Rating: rated 4.00 of 5 stars
Reviewed by 8 Trailspace users

Description

The Hyperlight AST is a three-season tent made by Sierra Designs. It has an average rating of 4 stars (out of 5), based on 8 user reviews.

Here's what other sites are saying:

From REI:
"Save 30%-60% at REI-Outlet.com! A Sierra Designs exclusive, Tent Guard with Ultra-Fresh treatment helps prevent the growth of odor-causing fungus and mildew to extend tent's life. Average minimum weight specification is based on tent, rainfly and poles only. Comes with stakes, guylines and tighteners, and stuff sacks. DAC Featherlite aluminum poles are lighter and stronger--and with no inserts, are less susceptible to failure. Fastpack option allows poles, rainfly and footprint (sold separately) to be used together without the tent body to create an ultra-light shelter. Full-coverage, seam-taped, waterproof ripstop nylon rainfly features an integral vestibule to provide gear storage out of the weather. No-see-um mesh panels maintain proper ventilation to prevent condensation. Non-wicking stake loops help keep tent floor dry. Optic white tent canopy offers increased light transmission for a brighter living space. Rear Arch Support pole is integrated as a natural part of the pole structure, so it braces and strengthens the tent at its foundation. Reflective guyout loops allow night visibility; reflective noiseless zipper pulls are easy to see and eliminate that annoying jingle when it's windy. Simple to set up, the two-pole design with Swift Clips offers space to sit up, plus allows ventilation between tent and rainfly. Special buy. SuperSeal Floor combines the benefits of catenary and bathtub floors; raised side seams are taped for complete waterproofness. This two-person, freestanding, lightweight backpacking tent is sturdy and quite spacious, delivering 37 sq. ft. for less than 5 lbs.!"

From Backcountry Outlet:
"The Sierra Designs Hyperlight AST Tent is a lightweight, 2-person, 3-season freestanding tent that offers reasonable compromise for those who dont want to sacrifice space for weight."

From Backcountry.com:
"Sierra Designs created the Hyperlight 2-Person 3-Season Tent for backpackers who need a lightweight shelter with tons of strength."

From Moosejaw:
"FREE FOOTPRINT! For a short time only, purchase this tent, add the super cool Footprint (look to the right to see a photo) to your cart and it's yours for free! 2 Person / 3 Season. One of our most-popular ultralight tents, the Hyperlight AST offers more living space per ounce than any other tent on the market. Jake's Corner and Clip-Locs increase strength dramatically. Updated for 2005 with the SuperSeal floor.Great for: Backpacking, Camping Trail Weight: 4 lbs 8 oz Fastpack Weight: 3 lbs 4 oz Packed Weight: 5 lbs 1 oz Packed Size: 19in. x 6in. Number of Doors: 1 Interior Area: 37 sq. ft. Vestibule Area: 8.4 sq. ft. Peak Height: 40in. Floor Type: SuperSeal Floor Material: 70D Taffeta Nylon, 1800mm Body Material: 40D Nylon Rip Stop Fly Material: 40D HT Rip Stop Nylon, 1500mm, PU/Silicon Number of Poles: 2+ Jake's Corner Poles: DAC Featherlite 7001Features: Arch Support Technology Clip-Locs Color-Coded Webbing Computer Aided Design DAC Featherlite Poles Fast Pack Footprint (compatible) Gear Pockets Jake's Corner Lightweight Fly Material Locking Pole Tips Optic White Canopy Reflective Guy-outs and Zipper pulls Stash Door SuperSeal Floor Swift Clips Tent Guard with Ultra Fresh"

User Reviews

rated 5 of 5 stars Hyperlight AST
Reviewed by Nils Walter, Aug 17, 2007

"I realize that this tent has been out a while, but I have to put my two cents in here. I was a tent buying junkie until I bought this one, and I've used it so many times I couldn't even tell you. More than any of the others by far. Snow, rain, wind, one person, two person."

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rated 3 of 5 stars Hyperlight AST
Reviewed by kmsquared, Mar 11, 2006

"The rave review in *Backpacker* led me to buy this tent, and, boy, am I sorry I did.

Set-up is awkward -- the Jake's Corner is a nuisance -- and the strange floor-shape forces uncomfortable sleeping arrangments for two.

Sleepers must either have their heads jammed into claustrophobic corners OR must somehow overlap their feet in the tight Jake's Corner end in order to have their heads near the door so they can breathe."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Hyperlight AST
Reviewed by Robert Joy, Jul 26, 2005

"I am a mountaineer, so when I pack in I have to carry a lot of heavy gear in addition to the basics. I bought this tent (new) on Ebay, and I find that is very high quality construction, and is a perfect compromise between weight and usable space. I always use it as shelter for two, and find interior space very comfortable."

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rated 3 of 5 stars Hyperlight AST
Reviewed by jhemp_00, Jul 02, 2005

"Great tent for one person and great quality materials. Although I bought it for two people. It may have lots of floor space, but it isn't usable for sleeping, yes, even when you sleep foot to head, and also, how often can you find a perfectly flat tent site in the backwoods that would allow that type of sleeping arrangment?

For just myself with all my gear inside it's wonderful and spacious."

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rated 3 of 5 stars Hyperlight AST
Reviewed by Mike H., Feb 02, 2005

"The tent is definitely sturdy. The design lends itself to strength in its setup. I can imagine this tent doing well in a strong wind. I found that the unique diamond shape left a lot of the large floor space wasted, and I was unable to lay out the pads for two tall people without at least one pad riding up one wall a bit."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Hyperlight AST
Reviewed by Bob Coble, Oct 19, 2004

"This tent is a perfect addition to our tent collection. We needed a rooomy 2-person shelter that could accomodate a 70 lb Aussie Shepherd and also weighed under 5 lbs. This is it!! It sets up quickly, is strong and lightweight for a 43 sq/ft tent."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Hyperlight AST
Reviewed by Curt, Jul 08, 2004

"The Hyperlight is the biggest two-man tent for backpacking at 43 sq ft. It is small when compared to the car camping tents, but is light enough to be carried far. The inside shape is a bit strange. I wish it were more square inside for more room."

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rated 4 of 5 stars Hyperlight AST
Reviewed by John Verduin, Mar 21, 2004

"New and innovative. Features, rock solid. Waterproof. Rear Jake support poles and cross pole bungee really unitizes the entire structure. Interior is snug but warm and colorful. Tie it down, Guy it out and let the wind race around this aerodynamic wizard."

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