The Kelty Early Start 2 is a new two-person backpacking tent previewed for 2027. Early Start is a distinct model family from Kelty’s older Late Start tents.
Previewed features
Firsthand Outdoor Market Alliance coverage reports a trail weight of 2 lb 10 oz, short pole segments for easier bikepacking storage, lower mesh pockets, overhead storage and a rainfly that rolls back for stargazing.
Early Start 2 updates
Kelty representative Damon Street confirmed the new Early Start collection ahead of the Outdoor Trade Show. Full manufacturer dimensions, fabric specifications and packed weight have not yet been confirmed here. Trail weight and packed weight describe different configurations and should not be treated as interchangeable.
Availability alerts
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