# Lightweight Suspended Tents The 'Stingray Lite' Lets You Sleep Away From the Damp, Bumpy Ground By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2023-04-12 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suspended-tents References: [gearjunkie](https://gearjunkie.com/emerging-gear/emerging-gear-04-06-2023) & [tentsile](https://www.tentsile.com/collections/3-person-tree-tents/products/stingray-lite-3-person-tree-tent)  Tentsile is looking to further its already-strong reputation as one of the most innovative companies in the tree tent space, which is precisely why it has gone ahead and launched a [lightweight version](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zpacks-duplex-pro) of its flagship 'Stingray' tent in the form of the 'Stingray Lite.' Much like the original 'Stingray,' the new 'Stingray Lite' is designed to offer a spot to sleep suspended above from the ground. However, the new tent uses significantly more [lightweight materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/durston-xmid-2) as well as a streamlined design that makes it 1.8 kg lighter. The triangle-shaped inner space of the tent offers enough room for a trio of adults who can keep themselves dry from potential rain with the help of the waterproofed rainfly. The 'Stingray Lite' is also situated at a more lightweight price point, coming in at only $599. Image Credit: Stingray ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 7.1/10 - Popularity: 98% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 15% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Lightweight Suspended Tents:** Innovative companies can develop ways to make suspended tents lighter, more affordable, and easier to set up. - **Tree Tent Camping:** Expanding tree tent camping can increase the demand for new and different tent designs, as well as tree camping accommodations. - **Outdoor Eco-tourism:** The sustainable and eco-friendly nature of tree tents and tree camping can drive growth in the outdoor eco-tourism industry. ### Who This Affects Most - **Outdoor Gear and Equipment:** Companies in this industry can invest in developing and selling lightweight, affordable, and easy-to-set-up suspended tent designs. - **Hospitality and Travel:** Businesses within the industry can partner with tree tent camping sites and develop eco-friendly accommodations for tourists interested in tree camping. - **Eco-friendly Products and Services:** Companies within this industry can focus on sustainable and eco-friendly products and services to meet the growing demand of the outdoor eco-tourism industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Family-Friendly Suspended Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tentsile-stingray.md) - [Ergonomic Suspended Camping Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/switra-swisstrail.md) - [Featherlight Lay-Flat Camping Hammocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haven-spectre-tent.md) - [Ultra-Lightweight Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alto-tr1.md) - [Omni-Position Camping Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/float-tent.md) - [Featherlight Camping Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyperlite-mountain-gear-mid-1-tent.md) - [Vehicular Rooftop Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vehicular-rooftop-tent.md) - [Ultra-Lightweight Car Roof Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/groenberg-weekend.md) - [Ultralight All-in-One Hammock Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skynest-hammock-tent.md)