The Late Start doesn’t care if you worked late or got stuck in traffic—it knows your goal is FAST setup, so you can start enjoying Mother Nature ASAP. That’s why everything about this tent says “easy,” from Kelty Quick Corner technology for lightnin’-fast setup in any weather (or in the dark), to pre-bent poles for larger living space. So roll up whenever you want. Crack a beer. Sleep as late as you like. We got you.

Quick Corners for lightning-fast and easy setup
Lightweight aluminum poles, with short segments to fit bike/motorcycle panniers
Pre-attached guy-lines + stakes included
Big-time interior living space created with pre-bent poles
Color-coded, full-coverage waterproof rain fly + vent for moisture management
Shark Mouth carry bag for quick and easy pack-up
1-door, 1-vestible design
PFAS-Free DWR

Seasons: 3
Number of doors: 1
Number of vestibules: 1
Capacity: 1
Minimum weight: 3 lbs 9 oz / 1.6 kg
Packaged weight: 4 lbs 1 oz / 1.8 kg
Dimensions (LxWxH): 84" x 38.5" x 29" / 213.5 x 98 x 93 cm
Floor area: 19.7 ft² / 1.8 m²
Vestibule area: 6.7 ft² / 0.62 m²
Packed Dimensions: 16.5" x 14.5" x 6.5"

Number of poles: 2
Pole type: Aluminum
Wall material: No-See-Um Mesh
Floor material: 68D Polyester / 1200 mm / C0
Fly material: 68D Polyester / 1200 mm / C0

Footprint sold separate: Help prolong the life of your tent floor and add weather resistance by protecting it from rough or wet surfaces.

Kelty Late Start 1 Person Backpacking Tent