NOVA: A Lightweight Freestanding Tent Built for Serious Trekkers

Not everyone in the trail world hikes casually. Just like how “serious runners” meticulously train, chase personal bests, and obsess over gear, we’ve noticed a growing group of serious hikers. They plan multi-day routes each year, study terrain and climate, train physically, and dig deep into survival skills, emergency response, and gear performance.

It was this group of hikers we had in mind when we created NOVA.

A Tent That’s Light, but Not Fragile

NOVA is a freestanding, single-person tent designed for heavy-pack trekking and lightweight camping.

• Minimum trail weight: 942g (excluding stakes)

• Complete weight: 1.08kg

Thanks to our collaboration with DAC—a world leader in premium tent poles—and other top-tier component brands, NOVA stands out as one of the lightest freestanding tents available today, offering an exceptional balance of weight and performance

Thoughtful Layout for Real Use

While ultralight, NOVA is also built for practical comfort on the trail. Its asymmetrical dual vestibule design offers spacious functionality.

• Front vestibule: ~1.2㎡, tall enough (100cm) for easy access and spacious enough to store a large pack or serve as a sheltered cooking space. With trekking poles, the vestibule can be propped open for even more utility.

• Rear vestibule: ~0.44㎡, perfect for shoes, jackets, or small essentials when used with a footprint.

Components that Define Performance

A tent’s real-world reliability is in the details. Here’s a closer look at what makes NOVA exceptional:

Tent Poles — DAC NFL Series

Crafted from aerospace-grade aluminum, DAC NFL poles are industry gold for their strength-to-weight ratio. At just 0.25kg, these poles provide top-tier wind resistance, making them ideal for alpine treks or unpredictable conditions.

Fly — 15D 400T Ripstop Nylon, Single-Sided Silicone Coating

This fabric is a benchmark in ultralight tent design, balancing weight savings with essential weather protection. Perfect for users who want minimal pack weight without sacrificing shelter performance.

Inner Tent — 10D Nylon Mesh, 22g/m²

Ultra-fine mesh with 0.5–1mm apertures keeps bugs out and airflow in, minimizing condensation—especially useful in cold, damp climates.

Tent Floor — 20D 380T Nylon with Single-Side Silicone Coating

A balance between lightness and durability, this fabric is strong enough for regular use and resistant to ground moisture without adding bulk.

Stakes — DAC J-Stake Series

Each stake weighs just 10.7g, with a tapered design and sharp point for easy driving into hard or frozen ground. Grooves help resist rotation and slippage—crucial on rocky trails.

Connectors & Anchors — DAC Components

Beyond poles, DAC also provides the corner anchors and attachment points, ensuring smooth, stable setup with excellent tension distribution.

Buckles — Duraflex

Known for their reliability in extreme environments, Duraflex buckles serve as the main connection between the inner and outer tent. Lightweight and secure.

Adjusters — Woojin

With over 50 years of design excellence, Woojin adjusters are known for their ergonomic feel and compatibility with modern webbing systems.

Vent Rods & Zippers — SAB

SAB delivers wind-resistant vent rods that stay firm in gusty weather. Their zippers are smooth, durable, and color-matched for a clean, cohesive look.

Seam Threads — AMANN

Used in parachutes and airbags, AMANN threads are chosen for both the inner and outer tents to ensure high-tension seam durability under stress.

Designed with Real Hikers in Mind

When developing NOVA, we aimed to solve real problems faced by long-distance hikers:

• Make it under 1kg, so every step is lighter.

• Make it 3-season ready, for maximum versatility.

• Maximize internal space, so it’s not just a tent—it’s your home in the wild.

Whether you’re deep into long-distance hiking, gear minimalism, or heavy-pack mountaineering, NOVA may be the tent that meets your needs.

Ready to lighten your load without compromising performance?
Explore the NOVA tent now.
Built for serious trekkers.