Zpacks Altaplex Review - The Perfect Ultralight Tent

After 400 miles and nearly 40 nights with the Zpacks Altaplex, I’ve learned exactly where this ultralight tent shines—and where it doesn’t. From calm Sierra nights to windy storms on the Tahoe Rim Trail and Zion Traverse, this review covers durability, space, setup, and livability. If you’re considering the Altaplex for your next thru-hike or lightweight adventure, this honest trail-tested breakdown will help you decide if it’s still the best ultralight tent for you. ---------------------------------------------------------- P.S. Some of the links in this description are affiliate links, meaning I earn a small commission if you make a purchase through them. It helps support the channel at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support! ---------------------------------------------------------- Ways to Support the Channel: Venmo: @colbyonthetrail ---------------------------------------------------------- Discount Codes: Tell Your Trail 12% off: ColbyontheTrail12 https://tellyourtrail.com/?ref=ColbyontheTrail12 Hilltop Packs 10% off: COLBYONTHETRAIL https://hilltoppacks.com/colbyonthetrail Backcountry Foodie 20% off: COLBYONTHETRAIL https://backcountryfoodie.com/aff/73/ ---------------------------------------------------------- My Favorite Gear: Sleeping Pad: https://amzn.to/4kLxv71 Titanium 750ml Pot: https://amzn.to/4kWEk5t Ultralight Stove: https://amzn.to/4kUKbbr Water Filter: https://amzn.to/4o45itc Ultralight Trowel: https://amzn.to/4iaU7Mr Summit Suds Powdered Soap: https://amzn.to/3FyXOgx Unpaste Toothpaste Tablets: https://amzn.to/3DUGIJh Outdoor Research Echo Sun Hoodie: https://amzn.to/4iay6gG Nike Men's Challenger Dri-fit 5" Lined Running Shorts: https://amzn.to/4kq1S2B Garmin inReach Mini 2: https://amzn.to/4kAYVML inCharge XL 6-in-1 Multi Charging Cable: https://amzn.to/41QdkMh Camera Gear: DJI Pocket Osmo 3: https://amzn.to/3QVjNRi Insta360 X5: https://amzn.to/4qm7qOw Sony A6700: https://amzn.to/4qkKwa5 Sony G Master 16-55mm Lens: https://amzn.to/48F3Icv ---------------------------------------------------------- Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro | 400 Miles with the Zpacks Altaplex 1:28 – Zpacks Altaplex Dimensions & Interior Space Explained 2:35 – Materials & Weight | Why DCF Still Leads Ultralight Tents 3:14 – Tent Setup | Trekking Pole Pitch 4:06 – Living Space | What It’s Really Like Inside the Altaplex 5:12 – Weather Performance | How It Handles Rain and Wind 6:39 – Key Features Recap | What Makes the Altaplex Unique 7:23 – Pros | Lightweight, Durable & Spacious 9:13 – Cons | Price & Single-Wall Challenges Explained 13:52 – Who the Altaplex Is (and Isn’t) For 15:36 – Wrap Up | Final Thoughts After 400 Miles ---------------------------------------------------------- #hiking #thruhiking #backpacking