The "Total Weight"—includes everything in the box (pegs, bags, and repair kits).

The bare minimum needed to pitch the shelter. This includes the tent body, flysheet, and poles.

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Single-person grey dome tent with a black floor and red front pole, partially open mesh door and tensioned guylines on a white background
A camper crouches beside a small grey tent pitched on a windswept grassy ridge overlooking layered blue-grey mountains and a pale sky.
Blue two-person tent pitched on a grassy ridge near a cliff edge with steep, layered mountain cliffs and a pale sky in the background.
Blue dome tent pitched on windswept grassland with a person at the open door putting on boots, set against rolling heather-covered hills and distant mountains under a pale sky.
Camper in a blue HELM ELITE 1 tent sits at the open entrance wearing a mustard jacket and handling a small tool, surrounded by grassy tussocks with hazy mountains in the background.
A lone camper crouches beside a small blue tent on windswept grassy slopes with steep rocky cliffs and hazy, layered mountains rising in the distance.
Single-person grey dome tent with a black floor, red and blue support poles and anchored guylines, rainfly partly open to reveal a white inner mesh door, shown against a plain white background.
Grey dome tent with black trim and a red front pole, taut guy lines and stakes, a small multicolour logo by the entrance and the text 'HELM ELITE 1' printed near the base, shown on a white background.
Single-person grey dome tent with an external flysheet, red pole and yellow guy lines staked out, a trekking pole supporting the partially opened front entrance and a black sewn-in groundsheet.
Single-person grey dome tent with a black floor and red front pole, partially open mesh door and tensioned guylines on a white background
Two-part technical diagram: above, a semicircular elevation with a central vertical support labeled 220 cm wide and 92 cm high; below, a polygonal top-down plan showing a sleeping bag inside with central cross supports and right-side dimension markers of 40 cm, 77 cm and 45 cm.
  1. Single-person grey dome tent with a black floor and red front pole, partially open mesh door and tensioned guylines on a white background
  2. A camper crouches beside a small grey tent pitched on a windswept grassy ridge overlooking layered blue-grey mountains and a pale sky.
  3. Blue two-person tent pitched on a grassy ridge near a cliff edge with steep, layered mountain cliffs and a pale sky in the background.
  4. Blue dome tent pitched on windswept grassland with a person at the open door putting on boots, set against rolling heather-covered hills and distant mountains under a pale sky.
  5. Camper in a blue HELM ELITE 1 tent sits at the open entrance wearing a mustard jacket and handling a small tool, surrounded by grassy tussocks with hazy mountains in the background.
  6. A lone camper crouches beside a small blue tent on windswept grassy slopes with steep rocky cliffs and hazy, layered mountains rising in the distance.
  7. Single-person grey dome tent with a black floor, red and blue support poles and anchored guylines, rainfly partly open to reveal a white inner mesh door, shown against a plain white background.
  8. Grey dome tent with black trim and a red front pole, taut guy lines and stakes, a small multicolour logo by the entrance and the text 'HELM ELITE 1' printed near the base, shown on a white background.
  9. Single-person grey dome tent with an external flysheet, red pole and yellow guy lines staked out, a trekking pole supporting the partially opened front entrance and a black sewn-in groundsheet.
  10. Single-person grey dome tent with a black floor and red front pole, partially open mesh door and tensioned guylines on a white background
  11. Two-part technical diagram: above, a semicircular elevation with a central vertical support labeled 220 cm wide and 92 cm high; below, a polygonal top-down plan showing a sleeping bag inside with central cross supports and right-side dimension markers of 40 cm, 77 cm and 45 cm.

Helm Elite 1 Tent

£335.00

The Helm Elite 1 is a lightweight, high-performance solo tent designed for backpackers and bikepackers who require durability without excess weight. Weighing just 1.73kg (max) and 1.49kg (min), it features a strong, free-standing design, a PFC-free, recycled flysheet, inner, and groundsheet, and compact packed dimensions for easy transport.

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SKU: WHE1001 Category: Tag: Brand: Range:
Pitching Instructions

KEY FEATURES

Solution-Dyed Fabrics
Solution-Dyed Fabrics

Saves 80-90% more water by locking color in at the fiber level.

Trekking Pole Compatible
Trekking Pole Compatible

Pitch using standard trekking poles for minimalist, lightweight travel.

PFC-Free
PFC-Free

Environmentally friendly water repellency without harmful chemicals.

Recycled Materials
Recycled Materials

High-quality fibers repurposed from post-consumer plastic waste.

Waterproof Guaranteed
Waterproof Guaranteed

Rigorously tested to ensure you stay dry in heavy rain conditions.

KEY DETAILS

Sleeps
1
Season Rating
3 Season
Packed Size
35cm x 17cm
Pitched Size
220cm x 77cm x 92cm
Min Weight
1490 g
Max Weight
3006 g

Helm Elite 1

Lightweight. Strong. Built for Performance.

The Helm Elite 1 is engineered for solo adventurers seeking a lightweight yet robust shelter. Designed for backpacking and long-distance trekking, it provides a balance of weight efficiency, stability, and comfort, making it an ideal choice for those who want to maximise their enjoyment of the outdoors. The Helm Elite 1 has been updated with a recycled, PFC-free flysheet, inner, and groundsheet, ensuring an eco-conscious design without compromising on weather resistance and durability. The free-standing, semi-geodesic structure delivers impressive wind resistance, allowing for reliable protection in exposed conditions. Pitching is easy, even in poor weather, while the compact, packed size of 35cm x 17cm ensures it fits easily into a rucksack or bikepacking setup. Superior ventilation minimises condensation, keeping the interior comfortable in varying conditions. Practicality remains at the core of the Helm Elite 1, with a spacious porch for gear storage and a single C-shaped side entry door for easy access

  • Elite version of the award-winning Helm Compact 1, featuring a lighter overall weight.
  • Recycled, PFC-free flysheet, inner, and groundsheet, offering sustainability without compromise.
  • Strong, free-standing design, providing enhanced stability in a variety of terrains.
  • Lightweight yet spacious, with a minimum weight of just 1.57kg
  • Easy Pitch & Easy Pack features, making setup and packing effortless.
  • Excellent ventilation, reducing condensation for a more comfortable sleeping environment.
  • Compact packed size (35cm x 17cm), perfect for lightweight travel.
  • Rear storage area under the flysheet for extra gear access.

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