As I walk from the low mountains to the Alps with the motto of "as light as possible," I want to keep even a tent simple and light as much as possible.
However, only a few experts with skills and experience can survive the night without a tent and almost just a sleeping bag (although this style is sometimes called "cowboy camping").
The good news for hikers like me who still can't give up on their lightness is that until a few years ago, most mountain tents were dome-shaped tents, but fortunately, there are many types of tents these days, and there are many options, from orthodox double-wall tents to shelters that omit poles and fly-based tents, or zents (emergency bivouac tents) that have improved livability.
However, there is not much information to help you find useful when starting a lightweight shelter for your first time. Rare lightweight tents and shelters are particularly expensive items among a wide range of equipment, and although they are not easy to buy and try.
Good news for those looking for a tent that is lightweight, can be used in the mountains, and is also cost-effective. That's what we'll be introducing today's " DD SuperLight Pyramid Tent DD Hammocks . This is a floorless one pole shelter that I still love today as a result of using it in the Northern Alps and Mt. Yatsugatake throughout the four seasons.
Recommended for those looking for a reliable shelter that has the three key features of " portability, practicality, and cost-effectiveness I'll start a review right away.
table of contents
- DD Hammocks DD SuperLight Pyramid Tent Main Features
- Detailed review
- Lightweight and compact, weighing 460g
- It's floorless so you can put it inside the tent with your shoes on.
- High weather resistance that can be used in mountainous areas
- The space for two people to sleep
- Even if condensation is condensed, it won't get flooded because it's not floored.
- Great value for money for 30,000 yen
- Seam tape processed for immediate use
- A large storage bag with a supple fabric that can be stored even when packed in roughly
- Summary: A lightweight tent with high cost performance and high portability is recommended for beginner hikers who are lightweight.
DD Hammocks DD SuperLight Pyramid Tent Main Features
Photos of staying in a tent at Chogatake Hütte in the Northern Alps
DD Hammocks is a UK-based brand founded in 2005, founded by Nick Vansittal, who has traveled all over the world. As the brand name also says "hammocks", it is famous as a brand that makes hammocks, but it also manufactures and sells a wide range of products, including backpacks, tarps, cookers, cutlery, and more.
The tents created by the hammock brand will be introducing this time: the DD SuperLight Pyramid Tent . This 460g ultra-lightweight tent is designed to be used as a fly for the DD SuperLight Pyramid Mesh Tent
The DD SuperLight Pyramid Tent a frameless, single construction , can be set up by hanging it from the branches using a top loop or by lifting the center using a trekking pole. The solo camper has ample space, with 3000mm PU coating and large vents preventing condensation inside. The 13 peg down points in total ensure high weather resistance, making it possible to use not only in camping but also in mountainous areas.
Favorite points
- Lightweight and compact, weighing 460g
- It's floorless so you can put it inside the tent with your shoes on.
- High weather resistance that can be used in mountainous areas
- The space for two people to sleep
- Even if condensation is condensed, it won't get flooded because it's not floored.
- Great value for money for 30,000 yen
- Seam tape processed for immediate use
- A large storage bag with a supple fabric that can be stored even when packed in roughly
Interesting points
- (Of course) it's not very confidential
- Because it is a one-pole shelter, the living space is not large for the floor area (the ceiling is narrow)
- It's a single wall so there's quite a bit of condensation
- It is slightly heavier than the model of the same shape using expensive fabric.
Main Specifications and ratings
| Item name | DD Hammocks DD SuperLight Pyramid Tent |
|---|---|
| structure | One pole tent |
| Number of people to sleep | Two people |
| size | L 260cm, W 245cm, H 120cm |
| Storage size | 25 x 20 x 7cm (actual measurement) |
| weight | 460g |
| material | Ripstop nylon PU processing (water pressure resistant 3,000mm) |
| accessories |
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| Outdoor Gearzine Review | |
| Comfort | ★★★☆☆ |
| Ease of setup and removal | ★★★☆☆ |
| weight | ★★★★★ |
| Portability | ★★★★★ |
| Weather Resistant | ★★★★☆ |
| Durability | ★★★☆☆ |
| Cost Performance | ★★★★☆ |
Detailed review
I the DD Hammocks DD SuperLight Pyramid Tent for over four years, and I will review what I felt after using it in mountainous regions such as the Northern Alps and Mt. Yatsugatake, to camping in the sea and lakes.
Lightweight and compact, weighing 460g
Photos of staying in a tent at a youth hut in Yatsugatake
The DD SuperLight Pyramid Tent is a tent that can be set up by replacing a trekking pole.
Since it is a substitute for trekking poles, it does not have a frame, making it lighter than dome tents, and the manufacturer's official weight is lighter than 460g and 500g. It is compact when stored, making it extremely portable.
All UL (ultra light) tents are averaged around 500g, so the weight of 460g is light enough to be considered a passing grade for those who are UL oriented.
Comparison with 500ml plastic bottles
Low confidentiality
The secret to its lightness is not just that there is no frame.
The fact that it has a single-wall structure and is "floorless" is also why it is light.
Because it is a floorless tent, there will inevitably be a gap at the hem of the tent, and insects and other things will not be intruded into the area. Therefore, insect control may be necessary when using the product during high temperatures or at elevations below forest limits.
When using it during high temperatures, I use a highly versatile insect repellent net to prevent insects.
The mosky and net that I use as an insect control measure. It's compact to the palm size
Floorless tents are less confidential, but the advantages and disadvantages are pros and cons.
It's floorless so you can put it inside the tent with your shoes on.
I have mentioned that floorless tents are less confidential and are prone to invasion, but the big advantage is that they can enter the tent while wearing their shoes.
There can be a sleeping space inside the tent, so the living space is generally high, allowing you to stay comfortable inside the tent.
I was staying in a tent in the winter and was grateful that I was able to enter the tent with my shoes on when it was snowing.
When I stayed in a tent at Mt. Yatsugatake during the harsh winter. It's cooled to minus 18 degrees
High weather resistance that can be used in mountainous areas
The DD SuperLight Pyramid Tent has 8 peg points on the tent body, four tensioning ropes, and one ventilation rope can peg down to a total of 13.
This makes it highly weather resistant and allows you to stay in strong winds without any problems.
When I stayed in a tent at Chogatake Hütte in the Northern Alps, the strong winds continued to blow, but the tent didn't fall over and I was able to spend the morning without any problems.
The DD SuperLight Pyramid Tent is weather resistant to use in mountainous areas.
The fabric itself has a water pressure resistance of 3,000mm and is PU-coated, making it a tent that is resistant to not only wind but also water.
The space for two people to sleep
The DD SuperLight Pyramid Tent measures 260cm long, 245cm wide and 120cm high, making it a size that allows two people to sleep.
The size is a bit cramped when combined with the equipment for two people, but it is too luxurious for use solo.
This spacious space is great for when it is stagnant in bad weather, and cooking in the tent can be done in a spacious space.
One thing that bothers you is that as you can see, the One Pole tent has a sharp shape like a pyramid, and there is limited living space for the floor area and limited space to sit on.
For those who are used to dome tents, this difference may seem large, and it may feel cramped until you get used to it (this is what I did).
Even if condensation is condensed, it won't get flooded because it's not floored.
Condensation generated inside the tent due to temperature difference with the outside air
One thing that bothers you is "condensation."
Condensation occurs when there is a difference between the inside of the tent and the outside temperature. The DD SuperLight Pyramid Tent, which has a single wall structure, does not have a space between the inside of the tent and the outside air that reduces the temperature difference, and the temperature difference becomes directly "condensation."
The DD SuperLight Pyramid Tent has a large ventilation system, but even so, condensation still occurs.
The condensation that occurs may eventually flow to the floor, and the highly sensitive tent may flood from there, but in the case of the DD SuperLight Pyramid Tent, since it is floorless, the water droplets that flow out are discharged directly to the ground, so there is no need to worry about the inside of the tent being submerged.
Since it is a single-wall tent, condensation cannot be completely prevented, so condensation prevention should be taken by wiping it off regularly.
You can prevent the spread of condensation by regularly wiping it off with a water absorbing sheet or something similar.
Great value for money for 30,000 yen
As of October 2024, the price of DD SuperLight Pyramid Tent It's cost-effective, with a whopping 30,000 yen for change.
It's a reasonable price when paired with an inner tent, but if you don't need an inner tent, it's a tent that's very cost-effective.
Seam tape processed for immediate use
Some tents do not have seams (waterproofing of seams) on the seams, and you must seam them before use, but DD SuperLight Pyramid Tents are seamed, so they can be used directly in the field.
A large storage bag with a supple fabric that can be stored even when packed in roughly
I don't like to fold and store tents, including tents. My favorite point is that it is a storage bag with plenty of room to store just by stuffing it in.
The DD SuperLight Pyramid Tent has a very thin fabric and is supple, making it easy to pack and store even when you don't fold it (the thickness of the fabric has not been announced).
Summary: A lightweight tent with high cost performance and high portability is recommended for beginner hikers who are lightweight.
Lightweight tents are being released one after another these days, but all of them are expensive (some are so expensive that you might be hesitant to use them...)
the DD SuperLight Pyramid Tent is highly value-effective and practical, making it a great choice for those looking for a lightweight tent!
Keep your gear low and go on a hiking trip!
Larger models are available for even more livable
The DD SuperLight Pyramid Tent comes in DD SuperLight XL Pyramid Tent , a model with a slightly larger height and area The price isn't that different, but it's a bit heavy at 610g, so this is also recommended for those who want to use it comfortably for two people.
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Yosuke
From spring to autumn, I chase after char deep in the mountains and go fishing in the mountain stream. We walked the mountains in search of spectacular views that cannot be seen from the ground. Camping to be healed by the bonfire. Snowboarding is a floating mountain with a mountain of silver.
A freelance writer who enjoys outdoor activities all year round. I share my own experiences and tools that I've been using.