Highlander Blackthorn 1+ Tent Gen2

Highlander  |  Barcode: 5034358888480
$81.00
RRP $112.00
About this item
  • Pitches in 5 Minutes - Eyelet and buckle pole fixing for a fast, secure setup
  • 83cm Interior Height - 15cm more than the Blackthorn 1, enough to sit up
  • 255 x 105cm Floor - Full length for taller campers, pack fits beside you
  • 2000mm HH Flysheet - Taped seams over a sewn-in 3000mm groundsheet
  • Built-In Bug Net - Mosquito mesh plus an internal line for drying kit
  • 2.1kg, Packs to 33 x 14cm - Fits a frame bag, pannier or 65L pack
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Colour: Green

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Description

The Highlander Blackthorn 1+ Gen2 is the roomier solo tent in the Blackthorn range, at 83cm high and 105cm wide against the standard Blackthorn 1 Gen2's 68cm and 85cm. That extra 15cm of height is the difference between lying down and being able to prop up and sort your kit without crawling outside. The low-profile tunnel construction keeps it stable on exposed ground and small enough for bikepacking, while the 255cm floor gives taller campers full length with room for a wide sleeping mat and a pack alongside. The 190T polyester flysheet is rated to 2000mm with taped seams, over a fully sewn-in 190T groundsheet rated to 3000mm. An integrated bug net, internal hanging line, fire-retardant materials and 6.9mm fibreglass poles with eyelet-and-buckle fixing complete it. Going lighter? The Blackthorn 1 Gen2 saves 390g. Sharing? Take the two-person Blackthorn 2 Gen2. Available in Scarab Green and HMTC Camo.

Is this the right tent for you?

Straight answer on space, because it is the thing people get wrong with solo tents.

  • 83cm interior height. You can sit up hunched, cook in the doorway and get changed without going outside. You cannot sit fully upright, and no solo tunnel tent at this weight can.
  • 105cm wide sleeping area. Room for you, a wide mat and your pack alongside, rather than out in the weather.
  • 255cm interior length. Full length for taller campers, with space at the head or foot for boots and a dry bag.
  • 75cm covered side area by the door. Enough for boots and a wet pack. Slightly less than the Blackthorn 1 Gen2 gives you, because the extra width on this tent goes into the inner rather than the porch.
  • 2.1kg packed. 390g heavier than the Blackthorn 1 Gen2. If every gram matters more than headroom, take the 1.

Not the right tent for: winter mountain use, or gram-counting ultralight setups. This is a three-season value tent, on fibreglass poles and 190T polyester, priced accordingly.

Torn between the 1, the 1+ and the 2? Our guide puts all three Blackthorn Gen2 tents side by side, along with the rest of our solo, two-person and four-season range: Wild Camping, Backpacking or Festival? Find Your Perfect Tent. Or browse all tents and shelters.

Key Features

  • 83cm High, 105cm Wide - 15cm more height and 20cm more width than the Blackthorn 1 Gen2, which is the difference between lying down and sitting up to sort kit
  • 255cm Interior Length - Full length for taller campers, with space at the head or foot for boots and a dry bag
  • Low-Profile Tunnel Design - Streamlined shape reduces wind resistance and keeps the tent stable on exposed and open ground
  • 190T Polyester Flysheet - 2000mm hydrostatic head with taped seams for waterproof protection in UK conditions
  • Fully Sewn-In Groundsheet - 190T polyester rated to 3000mm keeps moisture out from below
  • Integrated Bug Net - Built-in insect protection at the entrance for comfortable overnight use
  • Pitches in 5 Minutes - Eyelet and buckle pole fixing for a fast, secure setup
  • 6.9mm Fibreglass Poles - Flexible and cheap to replace; they take a bend without holding it
  • Fire-Retardant Materials - Flysheet and groundsheet both meet fire safety standards
  • Internal Hanging Line - Practical point for drying clothes or organising kit inside the tent
  • Roll-Top Drybag Carry Bag - Heavy duty stuff sack with a waterproof roll-top closure, so the tent can ride on the outside of a pack in the rain, and packs down to 33 x 14cm

Ideal For

  • Taller Campers - 255cm of floor and 83cm of height, so you are not folded into the ends or lying flat to change
  • Wild Camping with Kit Inside - 105cm width takes you, a wide mat and your pack, so nothing sits out in the weather
  • Bikepacking and Cycle Touring - Packs to 33 x 14cm for frame bags, panniers and rear racks
  • Hillwalking and Exposed Ground - Low tunnel profile handles open ridges and wind-prone pitches
  • Longer Trips - Space for a bigger sleeping system, spare clothing and multi-day supplies

Which Blackthorn Gen2 is right for you?

All three share the same fabrics, 2000mm flysheet and 3000mm groundsheet, and all three pitch in about five minutes. The difference is interior height, floor space and weight.

Blackthorn 1 Gen2

Lightest

68cm high
lie down only

1 person
240 × 85cm floor

1.71kg
packs 29 × 14cm

Lightest solo setup, bikepacking, DofE

Blackthorn 1+ Gen2

This tent

83cm high
sit up hunched

1 person
255 × 105cm floor

2.1kg
packs 33 × 14cm

Taller campers, kit inside with you

Blackthorn 2 Gen2

Most space

93cm high
sit up

2 person
210 × 150cm floor

2.72kg
packs 48 × 14cm

Two people, or solo with a 120cm front vestibule

Technical Specifications

Highlander Blackthorn 1+ Tent Gen2 - Dimensions Line Drawing on white background
Brand Highlander
MPN TEN131XLV2
Capacity 1 person
Flysheet 190T Polyester, 2000mm HH
Groundsheet 190T Polyester, 3000mm HH
Seams Taped
Poles 6.9mm fibreglass
Pitch Time 5 minutes
Outer Dimensions 280 x 180 x 88cm
Inner Dimensions 255 x 105 x 83cm
Covered Side Area 75cm by the door
Pack Size 33 x 14cm
Weight 2.1kg (2kg without drybag)
Stuff Sack Heavy duty roll-top drybag
Fire Retardant Flysheet and groundsheet
Colours Scarab Green, HMTC Camo
Warranty 1 year against faults in materials and workmanship

Warranty

The Highlander Blackthorn 1+ Tent Gen2 is covered by a 1 year guarantee against faults in materials and workmanship.

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Setup Guide

See how quick and easy the Blackthorn 1+ Gen2 is to put up.