Sea to Summit Telos Evo Bikepack Tent TR2

The Sea to Summit Telos Evo Bikepack Tent TR2 is a 2-person, 3-season freestanding tent redesigned for 2026 with a bikepacking-first approach: shorter pole sections fit standard frame bags, and twin stuff sacks let you split the inner tent and rainfly into separate loads. Tension Ridge architecture delivers 105 cm of peak height and a 2.6 m² floor area, while the Ultra-Sil LS rainfly, recycled and bluesign APPROVED, sheds weather with a 100% non-PFAS Sil/PeU coating.

Frame-Bag-Ready Packing

Shorter DAC Featherlite NSL pole sections and twin stuff sacks are the Telos Evo's defining bikepacking upgrade. Because the inner tent and rainfly pack separately, the load can be split across a frame bag, handlebar bag, or seat pack rather than forced into a single large bundle. For riders with limited frame space or asymmetric bag setups, that flexibility removes one of the most common friction points in bikepacking camp logistics.

Tension Ridge Headroom and Taller Doors

Tension Ridge architecture angles the poles upward rather than bowing them inward as conventional tent designs do. The result is a 105 cm peak height, taller door openings for easier entry and exit, and more usable shoulder room across the 2.6 m² floor. For a 2-person tent with a packed weight of 1,640 g, that interior volume is a meaningful comfort advantage on multi-day trips.

Weatherproofing Without PFAS

The Ultra-Sil LS rainfly uses a Sil/PeU waterproof coating and a non-PFAS DWR finish. The polyester grid woven into the nylon fabric reduces stretch so the fly stays taut in wet conditions, preserving its water-shedding geometry when it matters most. The upgraded Apex Vent at the tent peak includes a closeable storm flap, so ventilation can stay open in light rain and be sealed in heavy weather. All materials in the Telos Evo are 100% non-PFAS and contain no flame retardants.

Features

• Twin stuff sacks: pack the inner tent and rainfly separately for flexible distribution across frame bags, handlebar bags, or seat packs
• Shorter pole sections: frame-bag-friendly DAC Featherlite NSL 8.5 mm and 9.0 mm anodized aluminum poles
• Tension Ridge architecture: upward-swept poles increase peak height to 105 cm, shoulder room, and door clearance
• Apex Vent with storm flap: high-capacity peak vent with a closeable flap for ventilation control in changing weather
• Adjustable stake-out points: fine-tune inner tension and stake placement on rocky or uneven ground
• Lightbar pole bag: the pole stuff sack diffuses a headlamp to create ambient overhead lighting inside the tent
• Multiple pitch modes: hangout and stargazing configurations for conditions beyond full shelter

Specifications

Who This Is For and Isn't

The Telos Evo Bikepack Tent TR2 suits two-person teams on bikepacking routes, cycle-touring expeditions, and lightweight backpacking trips where interior volume and weather protection matter alongside pack weight. The twin-sack packing system and shorter pole sections make it a strong match for riders who need to distribute gear across multiple bags on a loaded bike.

The TR2 floor is not compatible with rectangular sleeping mats; the tent is designed for tapered or Contour-shaped mats only. Mounting the tent on a bicycle requires a separately purchased Telos Bikepack Drybag and appropriate mounting hardware, neither of which is included with the tent.

Common Questions

Does the Telos Evo Bikepack Tent use PFAS compounds?

All materials in the Telos Evo Bikepack Tent are 100% non-PFAS, and the tent contains no flame retardants. The Ultra-Sil LS rainfly uses a Sil/PeU waterproof coating and a non-PFAS DWR finish, and the recycled nylon/polyester fabric is bluesign APPROVED.

Do I need a footprint under the Telos Evo?

The Telos Evo Bikepack Tent floor is Sil-PeU coated nylon/polyester (20D nylon, 50D polyester, 2,500 mm hydrostatic head). A footprint is not required, but on boggy ground one can improve waterproofness, and on rough or rocky ground it helps reduce floor wear over time.

Will two rectangular sleeping mats fit inside the TR2?

No. The Telos Evo Bikepack Tent TR2 is designed for tapered or Contour-shaped sleeping mats rather than full-width rectangular mats, and two standard rectangular mats will not fit within the floor dimensions.

How does the twin stuff sack system work for bikepacking?

The Telos Evo Bikepack Tent packs into two separate stuff sacks, one for the inner tent and one for the rainfly. This lets riders split the load across different bags on the bike, such as a frame bag and a handlebar bag, rather than carrying the entire tent as a single bundle.

What pitch modes does the Telos Evo support beyond full shelter?

In addition to the standard closed shelter pitch, the Telos Evo Bikepack Tent supports a hangout mode and a stargazing mode, allowing the tent to adapt to fair-weather conditions or open-sky nights without a full pitch.