Best Lightweight Tent

Robens has truly raised the bar for ultralight trekking tents with the Via 2 UL (£350). At first glance, it’s a sleek, minimalist two-person tent, but one step inside reveals clever engineering designed for serious adventurers.

Its offset frame and carbon fibre end pole maximise interior space, while the vertical end wall ensures your sleeping bag stays dry no matter how soggy the outside world gets.

The magic of the Via 2 UL lies in its versatility. Pitch it as a full tent, just the flysheet, or in the ingenious “porch mode” using your trekking poles to create extra sheltered space.

Perfect for cooking in the rain, storing gear, or simply stretching out after a long day on the trail.

The HydroTex SilPoly flysheet keeps water at bay without sagging, and the ultralight 10D nylon inner tent provides ventilation while keeping insects out.

Set-up is quick and intuitive thanks to magnetic door closures, YKK AquaGuard zippers, and Duraflex buckles – ideal when your fingers are frozen and patience is short.

Despite tipping the scales lightly for a two-person tent, it’s remarkably sturdy, ready to shrug off strong winds with ease. Robens’ philosophy is clear: less weight equals more freedom, and the Via 2 UL embodies that with style, simplicity and performance.