MSR Elixir 1-Person Backpacking Tent
- 1 person, 3 season freestanding tent
- 88 x 30 x 39 inches, 18 sq ft floor
- 4.1 pounds minimum trail weight
- 8 sq ft vestibule area, one door
- Footprint included, 1,500 to 3,000 mm waterproofing
- Updated fabric coatings for hydrolysis resistance
- 3 year manufacturer warranty
Updated 23 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A freestanding solo backpacking tent with a footprint in the box and a vestibule for gear. It sleeps one and the listing leaves out a total item weight.
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ASIN: B0DN44GNLYCategory: Tents
Overview
MSR designed the Elixir as a one-person freestanding tent for newer backpackers, with a single door, a single vestibule and a gear loft. Updated fabric coatings increase hydrolysis resistance, and a footprint is included.
The tent room now fits wider sleeping pads, and the vestibule stores gear outside the sleeping area. The limitation is size and weight detail: it sleeps a single person and the listing gives a trail weight but not a packed weight.
Who it's for
Solo campers getting into backpacking will find the complete kit and the vestibule useful. Couples and people who want the lightest possible shelter should consider other options.
Pros and cons
- Vestibule for gear
- Wide pad accommodation
- Updated durable fabric coatings
- Sleeps one only
- Packed weight not listed
- Three season rating only
- Hand wash care only
Performance notes
Coatings that resist hydrolysis help the fabric keep its waterproofing as it ages. Two poles and clip attachments create a freestanding dome, and a footprint adds a protective layer under the floor. The vestibule offers dry storage outside the sleeping area.
Specifications
| Brand | MSR |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Minimum Trail Weight | 4.1 poundslower than 81% of 27 tents |
| Item dimensions | 88 in L x 30 in W x 39 in H |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Occupant Capacity | 1 person |
| Construction & materials | |
| Pole Material Type | Aluminum |
| Fabric Type | 75% Polyester, 25% Nylon |
| Color | Green |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Free Standing, clip poles |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Footprint, poles, rainfly, stakes, tent body |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 3 Year Manufacturer |
| Other details | |
| Floor Area | 18 square feet |
| Water Resistance Level | 1,500-3,000mm |
| Vestibule Area | 8 square feet |
| Seasons | 3 season |
Closest rivals on specs
Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL Backpacking Tent- Floor Area 18 vs 29 sq ft (-38%)
- Vestibule Area 8 vs 9 sq ft (-11%)
The North Face Stormbreak 2 Camping Tent- Floor Area 18 vs 30.56 sq ft (-41%)
- Minimum Trail Weight 4.1 vs 5 pounds (-18%)
OneTigris Stella 4-Season Backpacking Tent- Floor Area 18 vs 28.29 sq ft (-36%)
- Vestibule Area 8 vs 1.41 sq ft (+467%)
- Minimum Trail Weight 4.1 vs 4.8 pounds (-15%)
Frequently asked questions
How do I care for the MSR Elixir one-person tent?
The care field says hand wash. The description adds that updated fabric coatings increase hydrolysis resistance.
Does the MSR Elixir include a footprint?
Yes. The description and included components both list a footprint.
Can two people sleep in this Elixir?
No. It is the one-person model, with a floor width of 30 inches.
What is the vestibule area?
8 square feet, with one vestibule.