Sea to Summit's Telos range has built a genuine reputation for space, ventilation, and versatility, and the 2026 Evo update takes it even further. With three tent options and two footprint choices, picking the right combination isn't always obvious. Here's a full breakdown of each, and how to choose the right setup for your next trip.

What's new in the Telos Evo update

Across the range, the Evo update focuses on the same core upgrades: enhanced weatherproofing and a new low-stretch Ultra-Sil LS fly fabric that pitches tighter, dries faster, and resists sagging when wet. The signature Tension Ridge architecture remains, poles swept upward rather than angled down, which lifts the tent's shape for genuinely more headroom, higher doors, and better internal space than a typical backpacking tent. An upgraded Apex Vent also improves airflow and reduces condensation, a common complaint with lighter, single-wall-style tents.

Comparing the three Telos Evo tents

The Telos Evo TR2 is the genuine all-rounder in the range. It maintains the award-winning space and airflow the Telos line is known for, now with the added weatherproofing and quicker-drying fly that comes with the Evo update. If you want one tent that handles everything from weekend trips to longer backpacking adventures, this is where we'd point most people first.

The Telos Evo Bikepack takes the same 2-person design and reworks it specifically for life on a bike. Shorter pole sections make it genuinely frame-bag friendly, and twin stuff sacks let you split the inner tent and fly separately, ideal when you're working with limited, awkwardly shaped storage space rather than a full backpacking pack.

The Telos Evo TR3 steps up in capacity without losing the same design principles. At roughly 4 pounds 3.8 ounces, it tapers from 90.5 inches at its widest point down to 58 inches at the feet, delivering close to 40 square feet of interior space and over 52 inches of peak height. It's a genuinely strong option for small groups, families, or anyone who simply wants more room to spread out on longer trips.

Do you need a footprint too?

A footprint isn't essential, but it genuinely extends the life of your tent floor, and Sea to Summit offers two options depending on how much protection you want.

The Telos Lightfoot Footprint is sized to match just the tent floor, keeping things as light as possible while still protecting against abrasion, tears, and dirt. It's also what you'll want if you're planning a fly-only, ultralight pitch without the inner tent.

The Telos Bigfoot Footprint goes a step further, extending coverage under the vestibule areas as well as the tent floor. That means dry, protected space to store gear or step onto without tracking dirt into the tent itself, genuinely useful in wet or rugged conditions, though it does add a small amount of extra weight and packed size compared to the Lightfoot.

So, which Telos Evo setup should you choose?

If you're backpacking solo or as a pair and want maximum liveable space, go with the Telos Evo TR2. If you're bikepacking and need a pack size that plays nicely with a frame bag, the Telos Evo Bikepack is purpose-built for exactly that. For families, small groups, or anyone wanting extra room, the Telos Evo TR3 is the better fit. And when it comes to footprints, choose the Lightfoot if weight is your priority, or the Bigfoot if you want your vestibule gear kept dry and off the ground too.

Why shop with us at PAST Outdoors

We're a family-owned Australian outdoor retailer with a genuine passion for helping people get outdoors properly equipped. Our team tests and uses the gear we sell, so when we recommend a Telos Evo tent, it's because we trust it ourselves on real trips, not just because it's on the shelf. We're proud to stock the full Sea to Summit range, and back every purchase with honest advice from people who actually spend time outdoors.

Thousands of hikers and campers across Australia have trusted us to kit them out properly, and our customers keep coming back because we get the details right. Browse our full range online today, or reach out to our team for personalised recommendations.

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