Three-pole interior shape
The freestanding three-pole frame uses 7000-series aluminum poles and creates additional headroom.
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HELIX 1 Tent
In the field
The ALPS Mountaineering HELIX 1 is designed for solo backpacking with a freestanding three-pole frame, all-mesh walls and a full-coverage fly.
Coated ripstop fly and floor
The 20D 380T ripstop nylon fly has a 2000 mm silicone/PU coating; the matching floor has a 3000 mm coating.
Mesh walls and gear space
All-mesh walls support airflow, while a vestibule, mesh storage pockets, stakes and guy ropes support gear storage and the pitch.
Structure
- Pitch
- Freestanding 3-pole frame with 7000-series aluminum poles
- Setup hardware
- Aluminum pole clips and hardware
- Walls
- All-mesh walls
- Vestibule
- Vestibule
Fly and floor
- Fly
- 20D 380T ripstop nylon with 2000 mm silicone/PU coating
- Floor
- 20D 380T ripstop nylon with 3000 mm silicone/PU coating
- Seams
- Factory-sealed fly and floor seams
- Fly coverage
- Full-coverage fly with extra guy-outs
Included items
- Included items
- Mesh pockets, 7075 aluminum stakes and guy ropes
Escape into the great outdoors with the Alps Mountaineering HELIX 1 Tent, designed to make solo camping as effortless as it is comfortable. Engineered with ultralight 20D ripstop nylon, the HELIX 1 balances weight with durability, ensuring protection from even the most relentless weather conditions. The unique three-pole frame offers an impressive amount of headroom, so you can sit up, read, or simply enjoy your surroundings without feeling confined.
Setting up camp has never been easier. The HELIX 1 features lightweight aluminum pole clips and robust aluminum hardware, ensuring a quick, secure assembly. The full-coverage rainfly—coated to resist UV damage and keep you dry—attaches securely to the tent body, staying taut against rain, wind, and anything else nature throws at you.
With mesh walls for excellent airflow, a dedicated vestibule for storing your gear, and additional guy-outs for stability in high winds, the HELIX 1 Tent is your reliable shelter for rugged backcountry trails or weekend woodland escapes. It's ultralight, exceptionally ventilated, and strong enough to take on any terrain, no matter the weather.
- Free-standing 3-pole frame with lightweight, durable 7000 series aluminum poles
- Effortless setup with pole clips and aluminum hardware for quick attachment
- 20D 380T ripstop nylon fly with 2000 mm silicone/PU coating, resisting UV and moisture
- 20D 380T ripstop nylon floor with 3000 mm silicone/PU coating for additional protection
- Factory-sealed seams on the fly and floor to keep moisture out
- Full-coverage fly for maximum weather protection, with extra guy-outs for stability
- Spacious vestibule for secure gear storage and added weatherproofing
- Superior ventilation through all-mesh walls for condensation-free comfort
- Mesh storage pockets, 7075 aluminum stakes, and guy ropes included
Recommended Use:
Ideal for solo backpacking, alpine trekking, and camping in diverse climates. The HELIX 1 is engineered for lightweight performance and weather resistance on extended outdoor trips.
Bottom Line:
Your solo shelter just got a serious upgrade—light on your back, mighty against the elements.
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