Forclaz Trek 900 Best Budget Ultralight Tent? 

Thanks for the overview, I've got the 2 man version, it's worth the extra money and bit more weight, it's like a palace in there - 2 doors, 2 vestibules, one for my kit the other for my Brompton. I have been waiting over a year for someone to actually do a review of one of these tents 'in the field', not just a Decathlon video. If you buy the extra footprint, you can set it up freestanding outer-first, then clip the inner in afterwards thats why they call it semi-freestanding, you need the NOT included footprint (more money, more weight). The pegs are OK, you just need to angle them better - 45 - 60 degrees for security (the hole in the top is for you to add small cord to, to help in removal). A couple of Delta pegs in your kit will always help, it would seem almost everyone swaps their pegs out for their preferred style and material anyway. Its always sold out here in the UK, so it would seem popular, but strangely there aren't any reviews for it anywhere on RU-vid... (as of March 2021). Looks like a beautiful place to live and camp, thanks again.

for a guy with bulging discs and lower back issues this tent made camping possible again for me, 1.3 kg is the best part of it

The tent is decent, I used it during a Storm Francis about 35mph winds, it held up

I have this tent, I used it during the last summer here in Sweden and I like it. It's light but wouldn't say it's ultralight. Found the interior a bit small for me (I'm 1,79m) but not too bad. I'll use it again during this summer.

Dude this tent's thin coating can be a life saver under extreme hot over 37°... I can not stand the hot weather and can not sleep at night so this tent could be what I look for. For ppl who have no problem with hot weather I will definitely recommend Ferrino Solo. That s the best I have seen so far...

thanks for the detailed reviews.

I juts bought this tent, to use during my hike of the South Downs Way. So far, only spent one night in it (to test it out). Weight is competitive. Don't know that I would call it ultralight, but at this price point, and for those of us in a pinch, it works (I shaved almost 500 grams compared to the tent I used last year on the SDW). Price is incredible if you ask me. Agree that the durability of the materials might be a constant doubt, and also the finish in some of the seams isn't great, but if you want to try a smaller tent, or can't stretch that far with your budget, it's great. Space is so-so, leaning towards small, definitely an acquired taste, and helps if you're willing to leave the pack outside (you will have to). Pegs are good, comparable to MSR Needle. Personally I will use four of them (on the corners), and add 6 v-pegs (for guy lines, vestibule and rear) I do wish the webbing straps that attach the top of the fly (head end) were the same as the bottom ones (foot end), or viceversa; that way you just have to 'learn' one way, and not have to remind yourself about clipping the G hook or whatnot. One nifty trick it has (and should be easy to replicate as a hack on other tents) is the bottom corner of the door is attached with some cord to the zip puller, so that when you pull the zip upwards to open the door, it 'travels' up, like a curtain, instead of dangling down on the floor. Hope it'll do me proud on the SDW in 10 days time... PS: I also think I will end up buying the footprint...

It appears to be a clone of the MSR Freelite 1p, at practically one third of the price. The material is similar to that used by MSR. Knowing Decathlon, it is a very good buy.

Thank you for the review, I was considering this tent due to it's availability and budget price. Could be a bit tight for my height (182cm) .

Thanks for honest and detailed review. It seems to be really good for moderate conditions. Looks like better option than MSR regarding price and than my Fjord Nansen ultralight tent (Tromvik) that I'm not satisfied with. Anyway great thanks once again!

Many thanks for this review! I resigned buying 3P version because of this thin materials! You helped me a lot :)

waiting for Decathlon to get these back in stock, seem like a solid option.

Your opinion and experience are a little different from what I've experienced with this tent. If you think this material is not durable, please don't ever buy a Nemo 😂 The trade off of weight vs durability applies to every tent on the market. I prioritise weight every time, so this tent suits me more than the REI version. I agree with you - this is a fantastic budget offering, allowing people to get into lightweight tents at an affordable price. Compare it to a Big Agnes Copper Spur (freestanding vs semi freestanding) and it's half the price at the same weight and durability.

Please, do a review of your older tent :)

Thank you, I just bought the fly, poles, bedroom and ground sheet for £87, I have spare ultrAlight pegs anyway.

Thanks for this video! Might get this when I need a one person tent for myself.

Good honest review....and a nice guitalele at the end! 😁 Thanks👍

Now i use camp minima superlight 1p for bikepacking - tent is really light and super small when packed. But it is like bivi, I cant even sit in it. So probably will buy decathlon. 300gr havier and a lot bigger when packed but should be worth it.

I've used mine now for a year on a few overnight fastpacking trips. I'm 180 cm and I have room at the head and by my feet when I use my decathlon or Nemo mat. Not sure how at 173 you have no room.

I'd love this guitar :D

This tent is awesome. Just needs pitching properly and it’s really solid in the wind.

On most tents I twist the peg once or twice it helps stop it coming out of the loop, (as in once it’s in the loop twist clockwise) attach a little paracord to the thick ribbon peg out points. How did this hold up over time? It’s £160 now my only other options are Alpkit soloist mostly good but badly designed door, or Naturehike.

Kinda odd that you say its not durable when youve only used it a couple of days. Apart from that very informative review, thanks.

Hey, thank you for your video. I've been following you for years. I'm a bike tourer also and I live in France (though I'm American). Also, I love Decathlon. Most of my bike touring and hiking gear is from there. If you don't mind my asking, what are you doing in France?

1.300g for a 1 person tent would hardly be classified as ultralight. Still a good value for money.

Hey Thanks for video. Please tell me the name of your old tent and where did you buy? I am also camper and will be glad if you check some of videos

Can you place stuff on the other side of the vestibule that doesn’t have door on the inner mesh and outer fly? Was thinking if the stake could be removed from the outer and stuff could be placed there before staking down again. Thank you!

If you compare sawaj 3 ultralight? Which you prefer?

Привет с Израиля. Вчера мы с женой спали в этой палатке вдвоём. Было экстримально, но мы выжили lol

I am a Japanese who cannot speak English, but I would like to ask a question using automatic translation. When I read the official website, it says "This tent can withstand some snow, but it is not constructed to withstand loads." How much snow can it actually withstand? I don't intend to use it for mountaineering when it snows a lot, but I would like to know because I intend to go to a mountain with less snow in November and December. As a side note, there are no actual Decathlon stores in Japan, and few products are available on the Internet. Therefore, we are unable to purchase a dedicated groundsheet. Since we are on the other side of the world, it is difficult for us to deal with any malfunctions. We have to accept it, but it is sad.

Thank you for this review ! I was thinking about buying this tent but you kind of convinced me about your older one. The REI ("Passenger One "? ). Is there any possibility to get one of those or maybe an updatet version ? I'm from Europe, but in times of globalisation there must be a way right ? If you have other recommendations for lightweight single person tents (due to your experience) I'm listening =) Looking forward for new videos ! Thanks again keep up the great work.

I still can’t decide tarp+bivy or tent for winter in Scotland

nice location

Is that the yamaha guitalele??

It's great but it's NOT ultralight. The Naturehike Tagar 2 beats it in weight and size when packed into a backpack. Also Tagar is WAY easier to pitch up, which is super imporant in rain and wind.

10:05 - See what you did there...

Year later, they didn’t improve anything

I don't think it's proper to write "1 people". I guess it should be "1 person". The word people means more than one person.