I have to agree that a 2 person tent is the best way to go. One man tents are tiny. Also, I would suggest going with the least expensive shelter you can find and putting your money into a better sleeping bag. Much better investment, as the sleeping bag is your true warmth. Nearly any tent will keep the water off of you. Tent- http://www.amazon.com/Stansport-Black-Granite-Star-Light-Rainfly/dp/B003GC4WLC/ref=sr_1_89?s=outdoor-recreation&ie=UTF8&qid=1408040922&sr=1-89 Sleeping Bag- http://www.amazon.com/Kelty-Dualist-Degree-Sleeping-Bag/dp/B00NFCFDMA/ref=sr_1_4?s=outdoor-recreation&ie=UTF8&qid=1459797141&sr=1-4&keywords=down+sleeping+bag+for+backpacking&refinements=p_36%3A1253558011