Nemo's Ultralight Range
Posted by Fran O'Donnell on Jun 30, 2023
Ultralight Tents
NEMO’s ultralight tents trim weight by relying heavily on stakes for tension and structure support. Fewer poles and more mesh panels net out to a lighter load — and the ability to pack down smaller!
Dragonfly OSMO™ Ultralight Backpacking Tent
Dragonfly OSMO™ offers an ideal balance of weight and livability in a freestanding tent, and it’s now made with NEMO’s proprietary OSMO™ fabric for enhanced performance and sustainability. Several years in the making, our OSMO 100% recycled composite fabric is PFAS-free, repels water 4x longer, and stretches 3x less when wet — all while boasting a 20% increase in strength compared to similar fabrics.
Dragonfly OSMO features generously sized doors and asymmetrical vestibules for easy entry and access to bulkier gear. Inside, a gear loft and gear pockets keep belongings neatly stored and out of the way, while an overhead Nightlight Pocket™ casts headlamp light with a warm, even glow. Best-in-class, durable Y stakes and Jake’s Foot pole clips are included to make the pitching process even smoother and more secure. Our updated Divvy Cube™ stuff sack allows for easily splitting the weight with a partner and stows more efficiently in your pack.
Hornet OSMO™ Ultralight Backpacking Tent
For those in search of an ultralight shelter with greater volume, Hornet OSMO™ offers enviable living space and comfort without sacrificing its airy weight classification. Ranging in capacity from 1P to 3P, Hornet OSMO is made with the ultralight variation of our OSMO™ suite of fabrics, arming it with 3x less wet stretch and a level of water repellency that starts drier and stays drier than the rest. (Even better? OSMO fabrics cut out forever chemicals and extra carbon emissions along with any unnecessary weight.)
Keeping Hornet OSMO extra trim is a minimal pole structure that sets up lightning-quick and pairs with our volumizing Flybar™ and door clips to create generous internal space. Triangulated reflective guy-outs and corner struts also increase volume at the foot and protect sleeping bags from tent wall condensation. An overhead Nightlight Pocket™, Gatekeeper™ one-handed tiebacks, and rectangular Divvy Cube™ stuff sack are new additions that add ease and creature comforts, not ounces. With the new Divvy Cube, this tent packs down small enough to fit in the bottom compartment of your pack — with a sleeping bag!
Both the 3-person and 2-person Hornet OSMO tents have two doors and two vestibules. The 3P weighs under three pounds, the 2P clocks in at only two pounds, and the 1-person is an airy 26 ounces.
We’ve taken our best-selling backpacking tent, Dagger™, and sharpened its already impressive design with advanced technical fabric that promises high performance and sustainable attributes. Made with our proprietary OSMO™ poly-nylon, this tent promises 4x better water repellency, 3x less stretch when wet, and a 20% higher strength rating than similar fabrics. OSMO composite fabric is completely free of fire retardants and is woven from 100% recycled yarns to reduce waste.
The Dagger OSMO tent is designed to balance a light weight with a roomy interior for peak performance on the trail and comfortable downtime in the evenings. With two doors and two massive trapezoidal vestibules, it has more storage area and volume than any other tent in its price and weight category. Fan favorites are still around, too — like the Divvy Cube™ stuff sack, Landing Zone™ waterproof storage, and one-handed Gatekeeper™ door clips.
Sleeping Bags
Still more roomy than a traditional mummy, NEMO’s ultralight Spoon™ Shape bags are carefully tailored for an optimal fit that saves weight. They’re filled with 800 FP RDS-certified down so they stay cozy and pack down extra-small.
Updated for 2021, Kayu men’s and women’s ultralight down mummy bags are pinnacle equipment for ultralight adventures. Careful tailoring of the hood, footbox, and body-mapped core creates an optimal fit with no excess weight or wasted space. Premium 800 FP down and aggressive, thermally efficient patterning make for a trusted companion on longer journeys where every ounce matters.
Our flagship Thermo Gills™ allow you to regulate temperature without letting in drafts, deeply extending the useable temperature range. The waterproof/breathable footbox and hood protect from tent wall condensation. Our exceptionally packable 800 FP down is hydrophobic, PFC-free, and 100% Responsible Down Standard (RDS) certified. Top-shelf fabrics include a 20D nylon ripstop with DWR on the shell, an ultra-smooth 30D nylon taffeta lining, and a 40D nylon ripstop waterproof/breathable footbox.
Riff is NEMO’s top-of-the-line, backcountry-oriented Ultralight Spoon™ shape sleeping bag. This pinnacle performance 3-season 800 FP down bag offers a more athletic cut, designed for side sleepers who prefer space-saving packability and shaving critical ounces for long hours on the trail.
Seventy percent of people sleep on their side, yet mummy bags are not designed to accommodate this. NEMO’s unique Spoon shape bags offer more room at the elbows and knees, allowing side sleepers to shift positions comfortably throughout the night.
This popular bag is loaded with features, including Thermo Gill™ vents that help regulate temperature during the night, a Blanket Fold™ draft collar that provides tucked-in comfort, and a waterproof/breathable footbox to withstand tent condensation. Left-sided zippers on the men’s and right-sided zippers on the women’s bags allow two Riffs to zip together for a double bag.
Sleeping Mats
NEMO’s ultralight sleeping pads use innovative design and strategically chosen materials to provide premium comfort without paying the price on weight. Choose from insulated versions, as well as a variety of sizes, to best fit your needs.
This pinnacle mountaineering pad offers lightweight, compact, extreme warmth without sacrificing comfort. Three layers of suspended metalized film and a unique construction efficiently retains your own body heat. Tensor Alpine brings warmth and comfort to cold weather camping. Whether at base camp or high on the mountain before a summit push, the combination of compact size, light weight, and warmth cannot be beat.
A zero-profile, multifunctional, micro-adjustable valve offers convenient inflation and fast deflation. The included Vortex™ pump sack provides fast and easy inflation without introducing moisture into your pad.
Patent-pending Spaceframe™ baffles are low-stretch trusses that provide greater stability and point deflection resistance than competitors. Tensor Alpine's unique construction sleeps quieter than other pads.
When you’re on the trail, sleep isn’t a luxury, it’s a necessity. Getting the most from your experience in the mountains requires enough rest to be fully present, and few things are more essential for a night of rejuvenating sleep than a good pad. Built on our iconic proprietary Spaceframe™ baffle construction, Tensor™ offers quiet, supportive comfort in an ultralight package. The internal architecture provides unparalleled stability and weight distribution, using low-stretch die-cut trusses to eliminate springiness while protecting elbows and hips from poking through to the ground. A new internal layer of ultra-thin film reduces convection currents and adds R-value. Insulated versions utilize multiple layers of suspended Thermal Mirror™ metallized film, resulting in a lighter, remarkably quiet sleeping pad compared to the competition. Tensor™ now features 100% bluesign® certified, recycled 20D polyester fabrics. It comes with our Vortex™ pump sack which mates with our custom Laylow™ zero-profile valve for easy inflation and personalized comfort. If having your best adventure depends on good sleep, Tensor™ has the perfect formula.
Pillows
Cut weight, not comfort. This ultralight backpacking pillow use an inflatable design to add mere ounces to your base weight in exchange for a seriously upgraded sleep system.
The award-winning Fillo Elite backpacking pillow brings clever design to an often-overlooked piece of gear: the humble camp pillow. Fillo Elite is the ultralight version of our award-winning Fillo. At a fraction of the weight (less than 3 oz) and packed size, it still offers impressive height and cushion despite its ethereal weight.
We decided to bring clever design and luxurious attention to an often-overlooked piece of gear, the backpacking pillow, which is essential to a comfortable night’s sleep. We designed the Fillo™ Elite with a layer of 100% post-consumer recycled Primaloft® insulation, combined with a 3" I-beam baffled air cell and an ultra-soft jersey cover. The result is a pillow that cradles your head nicely, yet packs down as small as a Kefir lime.
And while the Fillo Elite is amazing for backpacking, it’s just as great for other adventures. You can bring it on an airplane or long road trip, use it as everyday lumbar support, or keep it stashed in your pocket for an emergency nap.
Built with the backcountry in mind, NEMO’s ultralight gear sheds every gram possible while maintaining peak performance and liveability. NEMO’s ultralight tents trim weight by relying heavily on stakes for tension and structure support. Fewer poles and more mesh panels net out to a lighter load — and the ability to pack down smaller!