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Sierra Designs High Side 1

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description Sierra Designs High Side 1 Overview

The Sierra Designs High Side 1 is a minimalist ultralight backpacking tent designed for solo adventurers. Its innovative high-side design maximizes interior space and provides enhanced headroom compared to traditional single-wall tents. Constructed with wind-resistant materials, it offers crucial protection from the elements while maintaining a remarkably low weight. This shelter is ideal for hikers prioritizing lightweight gear and comfortable solo expeditions in varied weather conditions.

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Is the Sierra Designs High Side 1 a true one-person tent?

Yes, Sierra Designs lists it as a one-person tent with 17.2 square feet of floor area and one door. It is aimed at solo bikepacking, fastpacking, and ultralight trips. [Sierra Designs](https://sierradesigns.com/products/high-side-1-person-tent)

What does the High Side design change?

The pre-bent pole geometry raises the area over the door, creating more livable space without making the whole shelter tall. The official design uses two aluminum poles and a tunnel-style build. [Sierra Designs](https://sierradesigns.com/products/high-side-1-person-tent)

Is the Sierra Designs High Side 1 freestanding?

No, Sierra Designs classifies it as semi non-freestanding. Its listed setup includes 6 guylines and 13 stakes, so it needs proper staking for its intended shape. [Sierra Designs](https://sierradesigns.com/products/high-side-1-person-tent)

How much does the Sierra Designs High Side 1 weigh?

The current product page lists a minimum weight of 2 pounds 2 ounces and a packaged weight of 2 pounds 8 ounces. It packs to about 13.5 by 5.25 inches, which is a concrete tradeoff for solo trips. [Sierra Designs](https://sierradesigns.com/products/high-side-1-person-tent)

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