u/Ancient_Put4949

Hey. Apologies in advance if this sub gets loads of these posts, but hoping might get some help...

I've wild camping/backpacking for a while and recently starting investing in some ultralight kit in an attempt to get my base weight down ahead of some long distance hikes; namely west highland way next month, and then the skye trail in spring and Cape Wrath next summer.

I'm happy with everything else I've purchased so far but I cannot decide on a tent. I have done a lot of research but seem to get stuck through the sheer volume of options and contradicting opinions. In a lot of cases, the tents also look good for conditions in the US but maybe not so much here.

I did purchase a lanshan 2 (and did not get on very well with the tent pole design as just felt like a massive faff to get perfect), and a simpler 1 man tunnel tent (which feels a bit tight with gear inside, I also occasionally camp with my dog so the extra room is needed).

Can anyone give suggestions for a lightweight/ultralight tent suitable for UK conditions from Spring to autumn, bearing in mind the following preferences...

- 1.5 or 2 person in size (to fit backpack and occasionally dog)
- Less than 1.5kg (to bring base weight down)
- Ideally free standing or maybe semi free standing (in case of camping on rocky or uneven terrain, plus easier set up after a long day hike)
- Decent rain proofing and condensation resistance
- Wind resistance (either from shape, or solid poles/guy options)
- Ideally can be pitched outer first or outer and inner together (I've seen some US tents that are inner first and would not be good in a proper downpour)
- Less then 500 quid
- Good quality so it will last at least a few years with proper care

Maybe what I'm looking for is unrealistic and I'll need to lower my requirements, but thought I'd come to you fine people for some advice before I pull the trigger on anything

Thanks in advance!