Gossamer Gear The DCF Whisper Tent Review

September 10th, 2026 Home → Gear Reviews → Backpacking

Gossamer Gear The DCF Whisper tent is for advanced ultralight backpackers and thru-hikers who want a spacious shelter that works for taller people for only a 9.8-oz in weight penalty. The DCF Whisper is the only tent we've tested at this weight that has plenty of head and foot room and enough room for a sleeping hiker and their pack. Plus, unlike many floorless tarps, it has 360-degree storm protection and a bug net skirt around the edges to keep out mosquitoes. The ultralight weight is made possible by 0.51 oz/m2 DCF material, a floorless design, and sets up with two trekking poles.

The Whisper's asymmetrical shape and floorless design make it better suited for advanced thru-hikers familiar with tarps and willing to give up some comforts (though shockingly, very few, in our opinion) found in other ultralight shelters.