Is the Stealth 1 a tent or a bivy?

It is a bivy shelter: a low, pole-supported shell you lie in rather than a freestanding tent. It has a floor, a zippered opening and mesh vents, but no vestibule.

Can I sit up inside it?

No. Center height is 21 inches, so you can turn over and read lying down but not sit upright.

Does it keep rain out?

The polyester fly is coated to 1500mm and the Oxford floor to 2000mm, and all seams are taped. The head and foot vents are covered mesh, so they vent without letting rain in.

Not for sleeping, but the Ultra-Light Tarp adds a covered entry and dry space for gear. Without it, boots and packs stay outside.

How does it compare with a one-person tent?

It is lighter and packs smaller, and pitches faster. A one-person tent gives more headroom, a vestibule and room to change clothes.

What comes in the box?

The bivy, two one-piece fiberglass poles, six aluminum tri-stakes, four stake loops and two pre-tied guy points. The tarp is sold separately.

What do buyers say about the ALPS Mountaineering Stealth 1-Person Bivy Tent?

Buyers like: Lighter than a full tent but doesn't skimp on protection or ventilation; Step-in design means no crawling around in the dirt; Stealthy, efficient shelter setup when paired with a tarp.

Where can I buy the ALPS Mountaineering Stealth 1-Person Bivy Tent?

13 stores we checked sell it, including Target, Walmart, REI, MidwayUSA, Sportsman's Warehouse.

ALPS Mountaineering Stealth 1-Person Bivy Tent Price History: $99.99

Q: Where is the ALPS Mountaineering Stealth 1-Person Bivy Tent cheapest?

At Target, for $99.99, 33% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

What reviewers say

Owners treat the Stealth 1 as a light, weatherproof solo shelter that sets up quickly and ventilates better than most bivies. The step-in entry draws the most praise. Complaints center on the cramped interior and the need for a tarp to keep packs and boots dry.

What people mention

WeightPraisedOwners say it carries far lighter than a one-person tent while still keeping rain and bugs out.
EntryPraisedThe step-in opening is repeatedly called out as easier than crawling into a traditional bivy.
VentilationPraisedHead and foot mesh vents are said to reduce condensation on cool, damp nights.
Interior spaceCriticisedReviewers find the floor narrow and the ceiling too low to sit up.
Gear storageCriticisedWithout the tarp there is nowhere dry to keep a pack or boots.
SetupPraisedThe two one-piece poles go up fast and keep the shell taut.

From Backcountry

Ultralight 1-person bivy shelter for solo backpacking and fastpacking
Step-in entry eliminates crawling in and out
Fully seam-taped waterproof, breathable fabrics
No-see-um mesh head and foot vents for airflow and bug protection
Two fiberglass poles keep structure taut and setup fast
Compatible with Ultra-Light Tarp Shelter for extended coverage

Materials: Face fabric: 75D 100% polyester; floor: 150D 100% polyester
Fit: 1-person; floor 82 x 33in, interior height 21in, floor space 15.5 sq ft
Sizing: Snug for one sleeper with room for minimal gear inside; best for those who pack compact
Guarantee: Limited lifetime manufacturer warranty
Returns: 90 Day Risk-Free Returns
Shipping: Free shipping for orders over a minimum amount

About the ALPS Mountaineering Stealth 1-Person Bivy Tent

The Stealth 1 is a lightweight 1-person bivy shelter for solo backpacking and fastpacking. It has a large, step-in opening, so you can kick off your boots and step onto the heavy-weight floor without crawling in and out.

The fly is 75D 185T polyester with a 1500mm coating. The floor is 150D polyester Oxford with a 2000mm coating. The fabrics are waterproof and breathable, and the shelter is fully seam-taped.

Two one-piece fiberglass poles make setup and breakdown quick and keep the bivy taut. No-see-um mesh vents at the head and foot let air flow, which reduces condensation and keeps bugs out. The bivy fits one sleeper with room for minimal gear.