The best new tents, bivy bags and shelters for solo trips into the great Canadian outdoors

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CROSSPEAK 1 (US$825)

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Key features: Three-season backpacking tent with 42 inches of headroom; 22-inch-deep zippered vestibule; perimeter mesh for ventilation; weighs 1.8 pounds.

The promise: “Reliability, comfort, and storm-ready performance.”

Learn more: Hyperlite Mountain Gear, www.hyperlitemountaingear.com

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NORTH TIMER ($314.95)

Key features: Streamlined tunnel tent; fine mosquito mesh inner; reinforced corners; storage hatch; multiple tent and rainfly vents; weighs 4.3 pounds.

The promise: “Minimal weight and maximum convenience.”

Learn more: Jack Wolfskin, canada.outdoorxl.com

ELIXIR 1-PERSON BACKPACKING TENT ($339.95)

Key features: Rectangular shape fits wide sleeping pad; 39 inches of headroom; colour-coded poles for easy set-up; rainfly with gutter; side vestibule.

The promise: “The most livable solo backpacking tent in its class.”

Learn more: MSR, www.cascadedesigns.com