Zpacks 1P UL Plex Solo Tent Instructions
- June 1, 2024
- Zpacks
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Zpacks 1P UL Plex Solo Tent
Product Information
- Cutting Guylines:
- Guylines are pre-cut and attached for you. Linelocs are sewn in place for adjusting the lines. If you choose to switch out your lines for a different cord these are the default lengths:
- Front centre (1x) – Cut 72 inches (183 cm) and tie a stake loop at 18 inches (46 cm). The long end attaches to the tent and the short end attaches to the door hooks.
- Walls (cut 4x) – 48 inches (122 cm)
- Corners (cut 4x) – 24 inches (61 cm).
- Setup Instructions:
- In windy conditions orient the end of your tent with the overlapping storm door upwind. The Zpacks label at the corner indicates the upwind end of the tent.
- Splash-up can occur when camped on hard-packed surfaces during heavy rain.
- Our tall bathtub floor and overhanging canopy help to keep mud and water from splashing up into your tent, but for best results please choose camp spots on leaves or pine needles when possible.
- Remove any pointy twigs and sharp objects to protect your tent floor but leave as much rain-dampening cushioning as possible to minimize the potential of splash-up.
- Adjust your trekking pole to around 52 inches (132 cm). If you expect your pole tip to sink into the ground, add a couple of inches to compensate.
- Give your corner guylines some slack. Stake out all four corner guylines at a 45-degree angle, roughly straight off the corner points.
- Insert your trekking pole with the handle in the pocket at the peak, outside of the tent screen. Stake the front line.
- If the peak is too high, tighten the front corner lines. If it is too low, loosen them.
- Stake out the 4 wall tie-outs.
- If the walls of the tent aren’t smooth, you may need to reposition the corner stakes or adjust the lines tighter.
- If the back corners are too low, loosen the back guylines, and tighten the main peak line to pull the front of the tent down and raise the back up. It should be about 6-8″ (18 cm) off the ground all the way around.
- Storm Doors:
- The storm doors can be clipped down to the front centre guyline or rolled up depending on the weather.
- Leave at least one door open for airflow when possible, unless the weather is bad.
- Seam Sealing:
- All Zpack shelters have taped seams and bonded tie-outs! No seam sealing is necessary.
Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Designed for | Single-person setup |
| Guylines | Pre-cut and attached, with adjustable Linelocs |
| Default cord lengths | Front center: 72 inches; Walls: 48 inches; Corners: 24 |
inches
Trekking pole length| 52 inches (or more to compensate for sinking)
Storm door orientation| Adjustable, depending on weather conditions
Seam sealing| Not required, all seams are taped
FAQs
Do I need to seal the seams of my PlexSolo Tent?
No, all Zpack shelters have taped seams and bonded tie-outs, so no seam sealing is necessary.
How should I position my tent in windy conditions?
Orient the end of your tent with the overlapping storm door upwind. Look for the Zpacks label to identify the upwind end.
What should I do if the tent walls aren't smooth after setup?
Reposition the corner stakes or adjust the lines to be tighter for a smooth tent wall surface.
How do I adjust the tent if the back corners are too low?
Loosen the back guylines and tighten the main peak line to pull the front of the tent down and raise the backup.
Can I switch out the pre-attached guylines for a different cord?
Yes, you can switch them out but ensure to use the default lengths provided for optimal setup.
Cutting Guylines
- Guylines are pre-cut and attached for you. Linelocs are sewn in place for adjusting the lines. If you choose to switch out your lines for a different cord these are the default lengths:
- Fentand ter shot end attaches the core to a stake loop at 18 inches (46 cm). The long end attaches to the
- Walls (cut 4x) – 48 inches (122 cm) Corners (cut 4x) – 24 inches (61 cm).
Setup Instructions
In windy conditions orient the end of your tent with the overlapping storm door upwind. The Zpacks label at the corner indicates the upwind end of the tent. Splash-up can occur when camped on hard-packed surfaces during heavy rain. Our tall bathtub floor and over-hanging canopy help to keep mud and water from splashing up into your tent, but for best results please choose camp spots on leaves or pine needles when possible. Remove any pointy twigs and sharp objects to protect your tent floor but leave as much rain-dampening cushioning as possible to minimize the potential of splash-up.
- Adjust your trekking pole to around 52 inches (132 cm). If you expect your pole tip to sink into the ground, add a couple of inches to compensate.
- Give your corner guylines some slack. Stake out all four corner guylines at a 45-degree angle, roughly straight off the corner points.
- Insert your trekking pole with the handle in the pocket at the peak, outside of the tent screen. Stake the front line.
- If the peak is too high, tighten the front corner lines. If it is too low, loosen them.
- Stake out the 4 wall tie-outs.
- If the walls of the tent aren’t smooth, you may need to reposition the corner stakes or adjust the lines tighter.
- If the back corners are too low, loosen the back guylines, and tighten the main peak line to pull the front of the tent down and raise the back up. It should be about 6-8″ (18 cm) off the ground all the way around.
Storm Doors:
- The storm doors can be clipped down to the front centre guyline or rolled up depending on the weather.
- Leave at least one door open for airflow when possible, unless the weather is bad.
Seam Sealing:
- All Zpack shelters have taped seams and bonded tie-outs! No seam sealing is necessary.