Getting the correct solo tent is not easy, especially with the vast amount of options available to us in this day and age.
More and more brands are popping up, and some are releasing tents that are downright BAD.
I sure hope the Marmot Eos 1 Tent isn’t one of them!
Lets dive into this product, check the information provided on the world wide web, debunk the reviews and see if it is good or not.
Enjoy my Marmot Eos 1 Tent review.
EXTREME Wind And Rain Protection!
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Summary:
The Marmot Eos 1 Tent has extremely high waterproof abilities and has no trouble battling strong winds. It consists of a minimalist design, so not many features but doesn’t skimp on construction quality. The only big downfall is the short length and narrow ceiling. Other than that it won’t let you down when you’re counting on it to keep you dry and safe in fierce weather conditions!
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Specs
Product name: Marmot Eos 1 Tent
Cheapest place to buy: Amazon.com
Color: Dark Citron/Citronelle
Sleeps: 1
Season: 3
Minimum Weight: 2.2 pounds
Packed Weight: 2.6 pounds
Center Height: 3 feet
Floor Size: 7.3 x 3.1 feet
Floor Area: 21 Sq. ft
Packed Dimensions: 18.5 x 6 inches
Footprint Included: Sold Separately
Product Overview
The Marmot Eos 1 Tent is a solo tent, consists of one door, mesh walls and roof and a vestibule for storing your equipment.
The freestanding design allows it to be pitched without stakes (as long as it’s not too windy) and cuts down the setup time, by a lot.
The rain fly is a strong polyester, designed to resist the suns harsh UV-rays without stretching or sagging in the rain.
It includes color-coded poles for easier pitching and light-reflective guy lines so you don’t trip over in the night.
Features That Stick Out The Most
Bare Bones Setup – Leave the stakes and rain fly behind and it can STILL be pitched. This works perfectly for ultralight adventurers
Internal Storage – The interior pockets allow you to keep your valuable items close by and at-the-ready. It is called small gear organization and it works like a charm
Seam-Taped Catenary Cut Floor – This typical design provides IMMENSE protection from rain and ground moisture so you never have to worry about water making its way inside the tent
Full-Coverage Rain Fly – The rain fly comes right over the tent and to the ground, provides a vestibule for gear storage and great rain protection
Polyester Flysheet – This rain fly is created from polyester and one of the strongest you can get, as it has strong UV-ray protection and doesn’t stretch or sag when wet
Light-Reflective Points – The guy lines illuminate at nighttime, eliminating tripping hazards and helping you find your tent after a midnight pit stop!
What I Like
Mesh Roof AND Walls – I absolutely love the full mesh body on this tent. This allows you to stargaze on the warmer nights and view the surrounding areas during the daytime as you relax
Massive Rain Fly – Because the rain fly comes all the way to the ground, it stops side rain from making its way under the fly and seeping through the mesh material, which is a great waterproofing technique if you ask me!
What I Don’t Like
Short Length – The base length is a small 7.3 feet, so anyone on the taller side may not fit comfortably inside this tent
Narrow Ceiling – Although not a deal breaker, the ceiling is really narrow and makes it a struggle to sit up and read a book or get changed, as you’ll be touching the walls no matter what height you are
Who Should Use This Tent?
It is a solo tent preferably for anyone under 6 foot, designed for both public campsites and the wilderness.
If that sounds like you, then you should definitely consider this as an option.
It also works for family get togethers, music festivals and events, so don’t rule these out either.
Where To Get The Marmot Eos 1 Tent
I scoured the many outdoor sites and finally came up with my favorite – Amazon.com.
They have the cheapest prices out of everyone, the best customer service, extremely fast shipping and even free delivery to the United States.
You also gain a 30-day return policy with all of their equipment, meaning you get a full refund for whatever reason you don’t like your purchase, no questions asked.
Do I Recommend This Tent To Anyone?
Many camp goers (myself included) have found it to be one of the lightest solo tents that DOESN’T have a crazy price tag.
The construction is amazing and you don’t even need the footprint unless you fully want to protect your investment (although this is not mandatory).
People have found that their Marmot Eos 1 Tent lasts for years and have never let them down once.
The waterproof abilities is outstanding and has no trouble combating high winds (it doesn’t budge, not even a little).
One user said he experienced a bad storm and the entire time other tents had sagged and flooded, but the Marmot Eos 1 stood the test by leaving all rain out and standing strong the entire night.
It may not be for you if you’re over 6 foot, however, if you are not then I highly recommend the Marmot Eos 1 Tent for YOU!
Similar Tents
If you’re a little worried about the short length and narrow ceiling, you’ll definitely like the Eureka Spitfire Solo Tent. The stakes are bendy and low quality but other than that it performs like a beast in bad weather and makes a great alternative to the more expensive Marmot Eos 1.
The ALPS Mountaineering Mystique 1.0 Tent also performs like a charm. It is a lot cheaper than the other tents mentioned and won’t last AS long, but definitely performs better than other 3-season tents in the same price bracket. This is a good “high value for money” tent if you need one more affordable.
Final Opinion
The cons are extremely minimal and the pros are simply the best.
The bright nature of this tent along with the illuminate guy lines helps you find it easier after a midnight pit stop.
Yes it is pretty basic with no way of sitting up without rubbing your head on the mesh ceiling, however, at least you can count on it to keep you dry when the weather turns fierce.
It is still the lightest solo tent in its price bracket so definitely good for backpackers and wilderness campers on a budget.
I absolutely loved reviewing the Marmot Eos 1 Tent and cannot recommend it enough!
What an amazing tent with the best weatherproofing abilities.
As always…all comments, questions, queries and thoughts are all welcome below!
Cheers!
-Brandon
Camping Mastery
EXTREME Wind And Rain Protection!
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Functionality
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Waterproof
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Strength
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Value
Summary:
The Marmot Eos 1 Tent has extremely high waterproof abilities and has no trouble battling strong winds. It consists of a minimalist design, so not many features but doesn’t skimp on construction quality. The only big downfall is the short length and narrow ceiling. Other than that it won’t let you down when you’re counting on it to keep you dry and safe in fierce weather conditions!
Sounds like a good tent to have. At just over 2 lbs, you could carry it along on a day hike just in case the weather turns bad. Great review – thanks!
Definitely a good idea. Most don’t even think of being prepared as much as that, so great job.
It would be good for an emergency shelter in the rain and if something goes wrong when you’re forced to spend the night somewhere due to getting lost.
Hi Brandon,
I like to hike, but I do it during the day time as I am in need of a tent and your post came just in time. I was not decided which one to purchase. I have bought only the neoprene and sleeping bag, well it’s not the correct order, but it’s a start 🙂
Are you aware if there is a version for 2 persons?
Thanks for this review.
It appears to me that the 2-person version has sold out over all outdoor websites, and I’m pretty sure Marmot aren’t creating anymore of them. So sorry, that will have to be a no.
Looks like a great tent, I always go camping on my own so a 1 man tent like this seems so much more beneficial! I love the fact it has a mesh lining so you can stargaze at night, thats the only problem with normal tents to get great views you have to sacrifice your warmth and sit outside, whereas this one you get the boss view in the warm comfort of your tent!
Tents aren’t actually designed to keep you warm, that’s what your sleeping bag is for. If you’re looking for a tent to keep you warm tent you’ll need a 4-season tent instead.
And yes, a tent with stargazing views are GREAT because you get to keep warm while gaining the benefits of being outside!
Seems like a great tent, however it might be a little small for myself haha. Tents are very important for protection against the environment but the problem I always have is how heavy and cumbersome they are to carry. This looks like a great answer to all my problems.
Definitely a good solution for you if you dislike heavy/bulky tents. This one is only 2.6 pounds with the rain fly.
However, if you’re worried about it being to small, check out the Eureka Spitfire Solo Tent instead.
Hi Brandon, thanks for a great article with lots of information about the Marmot Eos 1 Tent.
I like the fact that it is so lightweight, easy to set up and dismantle, but I am unsure whether the Marmot would be suitable for me as I am 6 feet tall. The Eureka Spitfire Solo tent definitely looks a better option for me. Thanks for sharing.
Sorry to hear that you’re too tall for this tent, but definitely get the alternative as it is just as good with its own pros and cons.
Hi Brandon
I read your review, and even though I don’t have plans to go camping yet, I feel compelled to buy this tent! I like the fact you have considered all the details, even the person’s height. It’s really impressive that Marmot Eos 1 Tent, is so light, yet, can withstand such extreme weather conditions! But what I found the most impressive is the fact it can be put up in 2min!! Amazing stuff!
Best,
Alenka
I know right. It’s amazing how far technology has come, as these tents can stand like brick houses in the wind.
This is a great thorough review. This tent has a couple things I like, the waterproof and windproof feature. Where I live the winds can get really up there in speed and I would be afraid of my tent getting torn apart. The thing I don’t like is the size. I am married with three kids at home so I don’t want a solo tent. But if you like to camp solo to enjoy nature alone and aren’t too tall it seems like a great tent. Thanks so much for the review!
Hello Melissa. This is a marvelous tent and a great addition for any solo camper. However, it’s probably not for you if you camp with your family as you’ll need a family-sized tent. Glad you liked this one though!
Made my camping easy with the Marmot tent. Looks like i have to get this one for my next trip.
Thanks buddy
Marmot tents are created with quality in mind. I might have to do a brand review on them soon, as every tent I’ve reviewed of theirs have been AMAZING.
I haven’t been camping in ages!
Thanks a lot for reminding me, camping is so much fun from what I remember.
Your article arrives just in time – I don’t have a tent!
Marmot Eos 1 looks awesome, I will check it out for sure.
With all the detailed information you provided, now that I think of – I should just buy it.
Thank you so much for the great post.
You are a life savor!
Haha, you sound so excited about going camping so I really hope you go on that trip soon. You’ll absolutely love it I already know.
Brandon, I think I was born too early in time. I have backpacked in a number of countries and pretty extensively.
In those days I had the lightest tent and gear I could find and it was nowhere near as light as this tent. Well, because I usually travel with a friend I bought a two person tent. That way we could split the load. With a tent like this Marmot we both could have had our own space and carried the gear very comfortably.
In fact when I traveled in some countries I only took a ground sheet and small tarp. And a sturdy rope. If trees were around I could hang the tarp. This was a bit interesting in Tasmania. Often at night the tarp would sag and the tarp swish over my nose. Possums walking the rope!
I believe I would have traveled a bit further with a tent like this.
Even now, carrying one in the car boot (trunk) would be a good idea in case you decide to stay somewhere over night. Old girl guides expression: be prepared.
Your review led me to do a bit of research myself – on definitions. Having done surveying I know what a catenary is but couldn’t quite get my head around one in a tent! I wouldn’t forget now.
Thanks for a very informative review and bringing a touch of nostalgia for me.
Ciao
Helen
It’ simply amazing how much technology has grown over the years and allowed us to backpack/camp a lot lighter than what our parents and grandparents did.
It’s good to hear you had amazing and successful backpacking trips back in the day but I hope you haven’t stopped camping altogether, and continue to do it for the rest of your life.
Hi Brandon,
I often get invited to go camping with friends. It is nice to know that there is a quality 1 person tent that might meet my needs. It’s really important to me that all tents I use are waterproof. I like that is has seam construction to make it extra water tight. The pole construction seems really easy to set up and install so that is nice.
If you don’t want features and don’t mind the narrow peak height, you’ll absolutely love the Marmot Eos 1 as it has that “wow” factor other tents struggle to offer.
Hi Brandon
I don’t really do much camping but the Marmot Eos 1 tent seems to be an ideal tent that meets my requirements.
Your in-depth review has been a great help thank you
It’s an amazing tent but only if you’re looking for something that has minimal features. Being lightweight with a minimalist design makes it especially beneficial for extended backpacking adventures. Thanks for the comment!
Hi Brandon, brill review, could I ask? If you were out stargazing in the Marmot Eos 1and it started raining! Do you have an idea of how long it would take the average camper to get the rain fly on?
I like the idea of the mesh roof, but in the UK it can just drop at any moment. Looks like a great little tent though.
Just wondering how much effort it takes to get the lid on, in the event of a storm.
Cheers man, great site 🙂
Not long mate, it’ll depend on your camping experience. Give it a couple of minutes tops, less than 60 seconds after some practice.
I purchased this tent about 2 years ago. I’ve used it in the rain in Sequoia National Park and never got wet. It is very well built and good quality. I’m not very tall (5’7″) and it does feel a bit cramped. I think it is a good trade off for weight versus space. I’ve used a bivy a few times and really hated it by comparison. I’d like to try just the footprint and the rain fly sometime to see if that is more comfortable.
Overall I really like this product and would recommend it.
Thank you for your recommendation Rick. And as I suspected, it does very well in the rain 🙂