Perks
Designed for year-round use, the Black Diamond Firstlight is an exceptionally light one-walled tent. Designed to be the perfect combination to suit both backpackers and mountaineers, the Firstlight is easy to set up. The steep walls aim to maximize interior space, giving campers as much head room as possible. The Firstlight has lightweight poles and reinforced corners, keeping the design durable.
Sacrifices
Because it's so lightweight, you ultimately sacrifice space when using the Firstlight. The footprint is designed to fit easily on narrow mountain ledges, but this also means the interior of the tent is quite narrow. Unlike many other tents in its class, the Firstlight has only one door and not much mesh.
Bottom Line
For lightweight camping year-round, the Black Diamond Firstlight is tough to beat. It can squeeze into any pack and unfurls easily.
Article Written By Louie Doverspike
Based in Seattle, Louie Doverspike has been a professional writer since 2004. His work has appeared in various publications, including "AntiqueWeek" magazine, the "Prague Post" and "Seattle Represent!" Doverspike holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from Hamilton College.
