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Terra Nova

Terra Nova Laser Compact 1 Tent With Footprint

Terra Nova Laser Compact 1 Tent With Footprint

£485.00
£485.00
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The UK's Most Proven Lightweight Solo Shelter — Updated for 2023

When Terra Nova released the original Laser in 2004, it changed everything. It set the benchmark for lightweight tent design that every other manufacturer has been chasing ever since. Two decades later, the Laser Compact 1 remains the go-to solo shelter for serious backpackers, long-distance cyclists and fastpackers across the UK and beyond.

This isn't just a tent. It's the shelter that's been trusted on the Cape Wrath Trail, the West Highland Way, and multi-day mountain routes in conditions that would end lesser shelters. Updated for 2023 with a PFC-free breathable inner and factory-sealed main seam, it's better than ever.

⭐ TGO Recommended — as reviewed by The Great Outdoors Magazine
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See It In Action

Watch the official Terra Nova pitching guide — see just how quick and easy this tent is to set up in the field:

Who This Tent Is Perfect For

  • Solo backpackers covering multi-day routes where every gram counts
  • Long-distance cyclists and bikepacking — the 30x12cm pack size fits perfectly in a frame bag
  • Fastpackers and trail runners needing a reliable, quick-pitch shelter
  • Spring to autumn adventurers tackling 3-season conditions in the UK and Europe
  • Anyone who's outgrown heavy tents and wants a proven, durable lightweight alternative

Why Adventurers Choose the Laser Compact Series

The Laser Compact 1 earns its reputation through real-world performance, not marketing claims. Here's what makes it stand apart:

  • Factory silicone-sealed main seam — no seam sealing required out of the box
  • Flysheet and inner pitch together — no wet inner in the rain, faster setup in bad weather
  • Dyneema reflective guylines — 3x stronger than standard guyropes, visible at night
  • Trekking pole canopy loop — create a useful porch with your existing poles
  • FastPack compatible — use flysheet and groundsheet protector only for an even lighter setup
  • Two vents — one at each end for effective condensation management
  • PFC-free breathable inner — updated 2023 fabric, better for you and the environment

Key Specs at a Glance

  • ⚖️ Weight: 940g (min) / 1.06kg (max)
  • 📦 Pack size: 30 x 12cm
  • 🏕️ Capacity: Sleeps 1
  • 🌦️ Season rating: 3-season (spring to autumn)
  • 💧 Flysheet waterproofing: 3,000mm HH
  • 💧 Groundsheet waterproofing: 7,000mm HH

Full Technical Specifications

  • Flysheet: Watershed 20D Nylon Ripstop Si2 (3,000mm)
  • Inner: 20D Ripstop Nylon C0 (PFC-free)
  • Groundsheet: Waterbloc 30D Nylon Ripstop PU (7,000mm)
  • Poles: 8.7mm DAC NFL
  • Pegs: Terra Firma Mini Pegs (9g each)
  • Guylines: Dyneema Reflective
  • Doors: 1
  • Porches: 1

What Problems This Tent Solves

  • ❌ Heavy tent slowing you down? At 940g minimum, the Laser Compact 1 is one of the lightest proven 3-season shelters available.
  • ❌ Struggling with pack size? 30x12cm fits in the tightest bikepacking bags and backpack pockets.
  • ❌ Wet inner when pitching in rain? The attached fly and inner pitch simultaneously — no exposure.
  • ❌ Worried about durability? 20 years of proven field use and TGO Recommended status speaks for itself.

Why Buy From A.E.C

Specialist Outdoor Retailer — Not a General Store

We only stock gear we trust in real UK conditions. Every product is selected for performance, durability, and genuine outdoor use — no gimmicks, no filler.

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Shop with confidence knowing your gear is 100% authentic, backed by full manufacturer warranties and UK support.

Real-World Knowledge, Real Advice

We're mountain users ourselves. If you need help choosing the right tent, pack, or shelter, you're talking to people who actually use this equipment outdoors.

Fast, Reliable UK Delivery

Tracked shipping, safe packaging, and quick dispatch — so your kit arrives ready for your next adventure.

30-Day Returns & Easy Exchanges

If something isn't right, we make it simple. No hassle, no hoops.

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Care & Maintenance

Store loosely (not compressed) when dry. Re-apply DWR treatment to flysheet as needed. Poles and pegs included. Stuff sack included.

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