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Terra Nova says
Built for ultra-light backpackers and adventure racers, the Solar Photon 2 is a tent that refuses to compromise on strength despite its featherweight design. Weighing in at just 855g minimum weight, it is engineered for those who count every gram on long-distance expeditions.
For 2025, we’ve introduced AiroCorner™ technology, enhancing groundsheet structural stability for better performance in poor weather conditions. Its recycled, PFC-free flysheet and Triplex™ groundsheet reduce environmental impact while improving durability and UV resistance. The front-entry door and fly hoods at both ends provide excellent ventilation, ensuring comfort even on warm nights. The tent’s stable shape and DAC Green Anodised poles make it wind-resistant, perfect for unpredictable conditions.
Note: Due to the super-light nature of the material used in the construction of the tent, we are unable to factory seal the seams in a conventional method. However, they are positioned and sewn in a way that minimises water penetration. It’s possible to add further protection yourself, with a seam sealer, to fully waterproof the tent.
Our Verdict
We're working out what we think about Terra Nova's Solar Horizon 2 Tent, we'll add our comments here in due course.
- Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear
Features
- Ultra-lightweight design – only 960g max weight for serious backpackers.
- New AiroCorner™ technology – more reliable groundsheet waterproofing with added strength, stability and longevity..
- Sustainably made – recycled, PFC-free, solution-dyed fabrics.
- Quick & easy setup – fast-pitching for minimal camp time.
- Excellent ventilation – front and rear fly hoods for airflow management.
- FASTPACK and Pitchlite compatible – for flexible weight-saving configurations.
Specifications
UOG Specs:
- Flysheet weighs: 290g
- Inner weighs: 315g
- Poleset weighs: 423g
- Total weight for comparison: 1028g (excludes pegs and bags)
- x13 pegs supplied weigh: 75g
Terra Nova Specs:
- Sleeps: 2
- Season Rating Spec: 3 season backpacking
- Free standing?: No (tent requires guy lines to be pitched)
- Minimum Weight: 852g
- Packed Weight: 940g
- Number of Doors: 1
- Packed Size: 37x14cm
Material & Construction
- Flysheet: 10D Nylon R/S Si / Si Recycled C0 2000mm HH
- Inner: 10D Nylon R/S Recycled C0 WR
- Floor: 20D Triple R/S Si / Si Recycled C0 SD 3000mm HH
- Poles: 8.7mm DAC NFL
- Pegs: 14 x 5.6g Alloy Pegs
- Hooks: 4 x 5.6g Alloy Hook
- Guylines: 4 x Dyneema® Reflective
- Inner Door: Full Mesh
