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Still using my 2001 Sierra Designs Clip Flashlight 2 CD! Re-seam-sealed it a couple years ago and rubbed it down with a DWR restoration product.

Great video. I have the Six Moon Solo and had some experiences that made me question using it. Last fall I nailed the set up and I love this tent. It is super light and has tons of space inside. I use my vestibule to store my boots, water bladder, stove, etc. All of my other gear is in the ten with me, nice and dry and bug-free. I use a S2S Ether Light XT pad and have PLENTY of space. Love this tent. I keep looking for free standing tents with the same weight, yet they just are not out there at such an affordable cost. Happy hiking

I'm 6'4" and overweight and I use this with a 3.5" thick sleeping pad. It CAN work for larger people, its not going to be as comfortable as my Litefighter tents but its also a fraction of the weight. I wanted to do what I could to cut weight without spending thousands of dollars and this product is perfect for that. Yes, you do need to be more careful when using it as a rain cape because of its dual purpose uses, but I rarely hike through rain and the ultralight disposable rain gear I've used in the past is so fragile it is practically a single-use option so I already learned to be careful with capes, ponchos, and rain jackets before ever using this one. Ideally I'd love to replace this with something larger with mesh encapsulation but the options right now are to spend $650-1400 to gain weight and lose cape functionality in doing so, or spend triple what this cost to lose 5oz and lose the cape function while gaining nothing else from the alternate product.

Thanks! I'm new to backpacking and this is very helpful!

Nice job!

I've hiked thousands of mile with a Gatewood Cape and the inner Serenity NetTent as a shelter. It sets up fast and is very versatile. It never leaks, is storm proof and doesn't have any condensation problems. The hole at the top is great for creating a top vent for ventilation; just put your hat on top of the pole and create a little protected top vent with the hood. I still carry a lightweight raincoat and an umbrella but I have used the shelter as additional rain protection in monsoons.

Thank you for this post it’s a life saver

You can't blame a product that you have chosen to be multi-functional, for being unuseable if you have been careless with it (you know it's 15D be aware when you "walk past some brush"). Think it through for your needs before purchase.

Is that on a golf course?

I own this tent, but I can tell you that it’s not a double wall tent. The condensation liner is just that, a liner. It’s not going to increase ventilation. It’s simply helps stop dripping, condensation from falling on you.

I got one just to use as a shelter! You can't beat the compatability and wgt.

have the 1996 edition ; still in use and the 2004 edition ; still in use ; Very happy with it ; the newer models tent to have zipperproblems i have red in the internet : (

Funny story from Germany. We have a new national trail, the NST - North-South-Trail. It’s about 3600 km and a few young men did their thruhike with fancy ultralight gear. But than came a 58year old short woman with a 38 pound-pack and she did it. 💥 They ignored her…..

That thumbnail is amazing lol

"Dcf backpacks aren't waterproof, but this bag made of the exact same stuff IS"...

Looks extremely drafty

Doesn't look like it's meant to be a tent. It's a poncho that can be used as a tent in emergency. Probably a nice addition to a day pack as one of your 10 essentials.

I have the Six moon designs LUNAR solo too. I am still getting use to setting up this tent. I have tried your way and Six moon designs way to set up this tent and still I have trouble with the front two guy out points not being tot in the front.

i would love to use it but I am way too tall for this thing

Peak for the calories per package.

I just bought it

I like my Zenbivy quilt. With the added sheet, you get a hood to keep your head warm and pillows in place. The quilt can attach to the sheet to keep it from moving around while you sleep. It's the most comfortably I've slept while camping.

If you're in weather that this tent can't handle you should go home and make sure your house is ok.

Simple and easy. Thank you. I have a windrunner 4400 on the way and can't wait to try these backpacks. So simple compared to the more complex bags.

MSR would not rubberize the handle because many users of backcountry pots cook over an open flame (not just controllable gas or canister stoves), and it would melt.

Way late to comment but I am still rocking one of these after 30 plus years. IMO depending on your winter weather it even excels in extreme cold. Vestibule easily let’s stay in your bag and cook, as well as leaving room for gear. I have been looking for a new tent but my older stuff is still as viable as it was years ago. Ty for the review.

Links to the products would be nice.

This tent wont survive windy conditions

Idk...but someone is SUPER EXCITED😄

agreed 100%

Actually, you are, retaed You don't put the sharp end of the trekking pole into the pocket of roof of the tent. You are such a moron.

that's not an Xacto blade !

Super info, thanks!

How are the zippers? Is it easy to zip with one hand when you’re wearing it?

How does the vestibule doors attach to the front guy line? I’ve got a black plastic hook on a short yellow loop but not sure how to use (without a biner as an anchor)? Cheers

I’m still debating whether to use the 2 420 500 for my hike the Appalachian

It’s not a dollar at the gas station.

this video should be the gold standart for reviews :)!

Nice video 👌🏻do you know what's the final weight of your bag?

Your presentation was helpful. To the point and simple to follow. I just received my Deschutes plus from Six Moons Designs and it's my first trekking pole tent. So I'm grateful for these types of videos. Thanks!

Well said brother

I really enjoyed your video. You have such a great attitude and sense of humor. The Durston was a champ.

Hello Thor how are you doing buddy? It's been a while i hope everything is going well for you. I just wanted to wish you and your family a Merry Christmas to you. I hope you enjoyed your holiday with your family. You take it easy buddy.

Get Out Gear Blanket Thoughts: I initially bought a Horizon Hound GR-20 down blanket (Amazon). It was orange, which is cool, but after a while I wanted a green one to blend a bit better in the wild, because I'm weird like that. Anyway, I decided to put the GR-20 in my wife's vehicle for emergency use, and went looking for a green replacement. I bought the Get Out Gear that you review here. It is nowhere near as effective as the GR-20. I then realized that the GR-20 came in green, and ordered one. I did side-by-side testing of these and also had my wife review. We both independently realized that the GR-20 was miles better. And it's only a couple of bucks more. I highly recommend the HH GR-20; better fill, better stitching, and packs as small and has such a similar weight that the delta is not worth worrying about, even for an UL guy. Cascade Trekking Poles: These are also available at Costco. Almost everyone knows someone with a membership if you don't have one. I picked a pair up last summer after realizing my REI and Black Diamond aluminum poles were not up to the task of working as structure in tarps or tents without deforming. They were $32 an because of the cheap price, I'd dismissed them. After finally buying them, I realized how outstanding they are. I'm not sure if they'll sell single sets next season, however they're advertised on Costco.com for $79 for TWO pairs, which is about what I paid for my garbage aluminum poles, and the Cascades come with cork handles and a bunch of different tip and basket options. Solid win.

you didnt add for the tarp???

There are two other tents that spring to mind. The Gossamer Gear 'The One' which meets all the criteria here, and the SMD Skyscape series (which miss, barely, one direction or the other depending on version). The Scout version is 40oz but is currently only $130 (holiday sale, normally $160) for a very durable sil-poly tent with MASSIVE ventilation, two doors, two vestibules, and is really long. The same attributes apply to the Trekker, but this one is currently $229 (holiday sale, normally $270) but only weighs 28oz. I had an older version and it was phenomenal (and particularly well suited to very tall folks). As another option, which IS truly ultralight, the Deschutes Tarp when combined with the Serenity Net Tent gets you what amounts to a double-wall tent and that meets all your criteria.

skinny pants? Outdoor Thor? i must not be your demo

This is the best review and usage of this fanny pack on youtube. Good job. I'm sold.

Really enjoy the mindset in this video