The Vango Soul 100 is a one-man tunnel tent built for solo trips where weight and pack size matter. It pitches in under seven minutes using a two-pole structure, packs down to 50 x 14cm and weighs around 1.9kg. The Protex 70 denier polyester flysheet holds a 3000mm hydrostatic head, so rain stays out, while the breathable polyester inner lets condensation pass through for a drier night. It's a sound first tent for anyone moving from car camping to lightweight solo adventures.
What makes the Vango Soul 100 a good first backpacking tent?
The Soul 100 suits solo backpackers, cyclists, festival-goers and first-time campers who want a light, fast-pitching shelter. It weighs around 1.9kg, packs to 50 x 14cm and goes up in under seven minutes with two fibreglass poles. The 210 x 90cm sleeping area fits one adult plus kit, with a small front porch for boots and a bag.
The low tunnel shape keeps the profile down for stability in wind, and the PowerFlex fibreglass poles thread through the sleeves to make solo pitching straightforward. You set the breathable inner first, so in dry, warm weather you sleep under mesh alone for airflow. A part-mesh inner door and extra vents move air through the tent to keep condensation down, and the darkened bedroom holds back early morning light for a longer lie-in.
The Protex 70 denier flysheet is exclusive to Vango and rated to 3000mm, the waterproof PE groundsheet protects the base on wet pitches, and the fabrics are fire retardant to the European EN5912 standard, with weather testing to EN ISO 5912. Reflective webbing and high-visibility guylines pick up torchlight at night, lantern hanging points sit in the porch and bedroom areas, and inner pockets keep small items to hand. The Fast Pack bag has an oversized opening and compression straps for quick packing, and Vango backs the tent with a two-year guarantee, extended to three years on registration. Replacement main and rear poles are available for longer-term upkeep.
Vango Soul 100 Tent (Deep Blue) Features
- Protex 70 Denier Polyester Flysheet, 3000mm HH - Highly waterproof, durable and reliable fabric, exclusive to Vango
- Breathable Polyester Inner - Allows condensation to pass through, for a comfortable nights sleep
- Reflective Webbing - Picks up torchlight so the pegging points are easily spotted in low light conditions
- Lantern Hanging Points - Conveniently positioned in the living and bedroom areas
- Additional Ventilation - Increases air flow throughout the tent and helps to reduce the possibility of condensation
- Waterproof PE Groundsheet - Robust and hardwearing fabric to stand up to the rigours of the most active campers
- Vango PowerFlex Fibreglass Poles - Create strong, light and reliable structures
Specifications- Pitching Time 7mins
- Capacity 1 Person Tent
- Total Weight 1.9kg
- Pack size 50.0 x ?14.0cm
- Waterproof Rating 3000mm HH
Frequently Asked Questions
The Vango Soul 100 uses a Protex 70 denier polyester flysheet rated to a 3000mm hydrostatic head, paired with a waterproof PE groundsheet. It is weather tested to EN ISO 5912 for use in wet and windy conditions, so it keeps one person dry on UK weekend and multi-day trips.
The Soul 100 pitches in under seven minutes. It uses a low tunnel design with a two-pole PowerFlex fibreglass structure and an inner-first pitch, so one person sets it up alone. The Fast Pack bag has an oversized opening and compression straps for quick packing afterwards.
Vango lists the Soul 100 at a total weight of 1.9kg, with a pack size of 50 x 14cm. Some retailers quote 1.82kg as a minimum weight. Either figure keeps it light enough for backpacking, cycle touring and carrying on foot to a pitch.
The sleeping area measures around 210 x 90cm, with a peak height of about 90cm, giving one adult space to lie out flat with a sleeping mat and bag. A small front porch holds boots, a rucksack or cooking kit clear of the sleeping space.
Its 1.9kg weight and 50 x 14cm pack size fit Duke of Edinburgh kit lists and other multi-day expeditions where low weight and small pack volume help. The fast inner-first pitch and PowerFlex poles make it simple to set up solo at the end of a long walking day.
The Soul 100 uses Vango PowerFlex fibreglass poles for a light, reliable frame. Replacement poles are stocked, with the main pole listed as PF025 and the rear pole as PF026, so a damaged pole is straightforward to replace and the tent stays in use for years.
The Soul 100 has a low-profile tunnel design with a peak height of about 90cm, built to sit low for stability in wind. There is room to sit up, change and organise kit inside, with the design aimed at sleeping comfort and a stable shelter.
The Soul 100 suits solo campers, first-time campers, festival-goers, backpackers and cyclists who want a light, compact and fast-pitching one-person tent. It works well for spring and summer weekends and multi-day trips, and the entry-level design makes it a sensible first tent before moving to larger or technical models.