Naturehike Opalus 2 Person Tent
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- naturehike opalus 2 person backpacking tent review. excellent tent for solo camping with great quality and lots of room for cooking and gear storage. perfect tent for camping in rain storms and snow.
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I gotta say, this must be the most straightforward and comprehensive tent review I've seen. I'm in market for starting camping/hiking myself and I've been consuming camping related videos like there's no tomorrow for the past few weeks and your video made me finally make a decision on the tent, thank you for that !
Same !!!
X3
Has it been any good?
I noticed in one of your other videos, you use this tent but it appears that you've modified it to accommodate a wood stove. The ability to incorporate this feature would be a huge selling point. Are you able to give any info/advice or possibly a tutorial on how you installed the stove jack? Thanks.
Está sordo?😅😂😅😂
@@sailortonithere is literally videos on his channel with this exact tent converted into a hot tent. So instead of trying really hard to look like a dipshit, maybe do some research first.
Best gear reviews on TH-cam. Concise. Simple and straightforward. Thank you for the hard work you put into making these!
Much appreciated, thank you
Thanks for the in depth and clear review- it fully confirms my view of this tent, but... there's a secret feature with this tent- the 'foot end' end the fly can be rolled back to the first pole and there are toggles to hold it back on the underside of the fly sheet near the seam for the pole-sleeve. This makes foot end into a big viewing window and ventilation aid in good weather. I've had this tent for a couple of years now and I think it is a great three season tent and for a change, genuinely a two person tent. The porch is a big bonus in this tent's design- you can sit up, cook, get changed in the dry without messing up the inner with mud and water. A small groundsheet for the porch is useful if you plan to stay at the same spot for a while in wet weather. The fly stretches with the rain and dew so tensioning is often necessary but also extremely straightfordward. I've used it for bike touring and hiking. It is compact enough and light enough for both, although I prefer a smaller footprint for when discretion is required. You can actually get a bike in the porch area- with the wheels removed and there's still enough room in the inner tent for all your gear and leave plenty of room to sleep comfortably- it really is very roomy! A versatile bargain.
I've got this tent and had it out in 12 hours heavy rainfall with the vents open. No condensation and completely dry inside. I've had it nice and taut to and it's a strong tent when properly pitched. Would recommend.
I agree, its an amazing tent for bad weather 😁🏕🤙
Ever use it in cold, winter conditions?
@@mobilewintercamp7515 Only had it a few months and I'm in the UK. Would happily use it in the snow and build a snow wall around the tent so snow/hail doesn't go under the fly.
It won't be as warm as other tents as the inner is purely mesh, but that's not an issue.
does it not come with a vent or section to cut out for the stove pipe? has lonewolf cut this out himself on his?
@@s1dew1nd3r4 That's an impressive job he did himself.
You have developed a skill in gear reviewing that many others on YT could learn from. Well done!!!
Thank you very much, glad I could help
Came across your channel a few mo ago.
Been a while that I’ve been in the wild in winter and I want to say thank you for igniting that spark for winter camping.
Your gear reviews have been so informative and helpful.
Waiting with great anticipation for the snow to fly.
Thanks for all the effort you put in to bring us these vids.
Really glad you enjoyed the video and thank you very much
Looks solid. I've got the Cloud Up1 and it's SUPER waterproof. I'm big fan of the Naturehike brand. Great break down, I appreciate this detailed reviews.
Great review! You missed one aspect, on the foot end of the tent, the outer fly can be folded back up and secured with toggles when its not rainy. Allows for major ventilation and ability to view outside through the mesh! I've tested this myself and it is a cool feature.
Yes absolutely, but not a very effective addition
Went on a 1-week trip with the Cloud-Up 2 lately. Had a couple of huge rainstorms at night, the tent performed absolutely perfect. Naturehike has some really waterproof tents right there!
Thats awsome, can't complain with that
Can you do a video of what you did to get the wood burning stove upgrade in it??? Your snowed in camp video was awesome.
It's like the mansion version of a swag. I really like the design, though would personally choose the 3 person, as it's slightly less claustrophobic.
Thanks for the comprehensive & fair- handed review! Subscribed.
Thank you, glad you enjoyed 😁👍
Awesome tent had mine for a year need to use mine more porch is great for camping in the rain
Awsome, works really well
I really like it an idea with the door if it rolled up instead of to the side you could do two trekking poles and have a porch and yes finally not a purple tent green should be an option in every tent
Porches always fail with wind and rain unfortunately
Great review, can’t wait for your review regarding the use of this tent in the winter time. Wonder how it’s going to behave since that tent has no skirt and ventilation is achieved by the bottom of the tent wall .I actually got the Hilleberg Anjan 3GT, it’s very similar to that tent. I used it as a two person tent. It fits two 25 inch pads easily. Thanks for taking the time to review this tent.😊
Thanks alot, im very excited to use this in winter
I'm a new subscriber to your channel and absolutely love every video. I even purchased the Opalus 2 as my go-to motorcycle camping tent (its perfect for all the extra gear) after watching you use it. Keep it up and thank you!
Awsome tent, thanks for enjoying
can you make a video how you converted it to a hot tent?
"i have enough hot tents, im gonna leave it as is" 10 months later "so heres how to convert a regular tent into a hot tent using the Opalus 2 person tent"
I have this tent and love the vestibule for camping with my dog.
Awsome, such a great tent design
Great review, thanks! The newer version seems to have two doors, one on each side of the vestibule. Very similar to Nordisk Oppland 2, but with the added door and the Naturehike sits at a lower price point.
the best review I've seen.
The only thing I didn't say about the height of the tent is that it is very low and that together with the girl there will not be enough space in height, if you know what I mean.
I'm pretty keen about this tent, so, thanks for your thorough review. Is there any way that the ventilation can be improved in hot weather by opening up the foot end of the sleeping area? I think I've seen the larger Opalus 3, in a review, opened up in this way. The only other downside I can see is that it isn't a stand alone structure so you can't take the outer tent off to leave the mesh inner. I live in the tropics. Cheers and thanks!
Slick Looking Rig It IS " J " Oodles Of Room For All, Thanks Friend ! ATB T God Bless
Thanks alot 😄👍
Looking to purchase this tent, great review. Everything covered in great detail. Large but relatively light.
Seems very similar to expedition style, Hilleberg tents. I bet it does a pretty good job in the winter. I’ve been looking at it for a while to try cold winter camping. I look forward to seeing you use it in the winter and get a real idea of how it handles things.
Very similar indeed, im excited for snow
Cool tent. I'd love to see you do a review on their new motorcycle tent as well.
Thank you, perhaps in the future
Is there a 'how to video showing how to fit this tent for a stove pipe?
I used this tent for the first time last month. My area of the country in the north east US has hot and humid summers. I found that this tent does not have very good ventilation as it retained a lot of heat. We had passing thunderstorms over night and the storage area of the tent was completely soaked on the inside. The inner tent did not get wet although I could feel some water hitting me.
Sounds like a good time 👍💪
Love your videos! What is your experience in windy conditions with the Opulus 2? I'm on fence between this tent and the Cloud Peak 2. Thank you!
Molto pratica e bella questa tenda ottima presentazione ciao amico😜😜😜😜
You convinced me to buy one until I remembered I already own one. The 2 person version weighs 1.8kg by the way (plus another 200 grams for the ground mat); it is the 3 person version that weighs 2.3kg.
Thanks
Pheew, Thanks for the confirmation, I’ve just ordered the 2 man as I thought it was under 2kg👍
Would you consider this a 4-season tent? I see that you've had it out in the winter, and I weigh your opinion on outdoor gear highly...
I just watched another review of this tent in which the reviewer explicitly stated many times that this is not a 4-season tent.
I understand that maybe this isn't the very best tent that one could take out in the winter, but would you go so far as to say that this is NOT a 4-season tent?
I understand that labeling a tent as 4-season can be a bit arbitrary... What I'm really curious about is whether the gap between the fly and the ground, paired with the large amount of mesh on the inner will lead to noticeable drafts when in cold weather. Also, I'm curious how well this would hold up in a snow storm, assuming the user cleared the snow off the tent from time to time.
Finally, I have found the perfect tent
How do you convert to a hot tent?
I've had this tent in my wishlist for quite a while. It's nice to see a proper review. PLEASE tell me this was not sponsored (even if you got it for free).
Its a great tent, I have zero "sponsors" as I do not recieve amy commission and don't care if any one buys anything I show which is why I offer zero affiliate links, no discount codes, nothing. I like the tent and am happy to share it with you
Hi Longwolf, thank you for the review, I really enjoy (and learn) with any video you published. I am eager to know if you think this would be a good hot tent and where do you setup the stove jacket. Thank you!
Thanks for the info!
awesome video! I love the field testing that was done few days ago. Looking for the video where you put the stove jack.
Came here from your hot tent video, it reminds me of the Vango spirit 200+, I might add a jack just in case.
New subscriber - totally addicted to your channel and not even an outdoors enthusiast. but I feel a conversion happening.
I’m sold Mate. Looks just like what what I’ve been looking for. Cheers brother. 🤘🏻💯❤️🍺
Awsome, really glad I could help
Brilliant review.
Brilliant tent.
Would love one of these. One question.
Does the footprint cover the porch area please?
Thank you.
Regards 🇬🇧
Hey lonewolf, me again lol. Do you have a video on how to install a stove jack onto this tent?
No installation video, sorry
I wish you had shown putting up the tent WITH the ground sheet. I have never used a tent that did not have an attached bottom.
Thank you!!! Awesome. Would you recommend this tent for long trekking journeys ? Also does the ground sheet come with the tent or is that sold separately?
Thank you. You made it a hot tent?
I guess you could maybe take the kickstand from some other tent or DIY. It's just a stick with velcro on both ends.
Hey mate, great review.
Forgive me if you mentioned this and i missed it...
What is the length of the poles when folded?
And would you fit a bike packing bike in the vestibule?
Thanks!
Poles are 18 or 19 inches folded. You could probably fit a bike in there laying down, but it's going to make for a tight squeeze getting in and out.
Great video …Doesn’t water get in the vestibule area where there is no ground covering during rain?
Thank you, if the ground sheet was in the vestibule when water hits it it would go under tent.. so ground sheet is only under tent
Great video! How critical are the stakeouts for pitching this tent? A lot of my camping is on rocky ground so I usually go with fully free-standing tents. This one caught my eye though. Love that vestibule.
I don't find the actual volume of the tent, and it's components, in the bag? Moving on the motorcycle the volume is an issue too
I have the same tent for over a year and really like it. Do you know what the the hook eyes that are hanging on the inside on roof near the foot end are for??
Very nice Jeremy, not too many tunnel tents that I've seen. Was always interested in the Hilleberg tents of this design, but they are very expensive. Love the vestibule space, especially in rainy weather. Thanks again for another great review and info.👍🏕
Thanks, it is definitely a very nice tent and good quality as well.
Sweet Tent!! Has it made it into any of your videos yet? Would a Helinox chair One (Same as your multicam folding chair) fit into the vestibule and still be functional as a chair?
Thanks , a chair will not work in it and yes I have used it on a few overnight videos, uploading very soon
Just got this and indeed plan on one of those lil stoves but I`d rather put the hole where the vent is....its a bummer. off to the side of the vent I guess then also, I`m a bit concerned that it has no skirts and rather high sides on the fly I`ll have to build major snow banks to keep the heat
I put mu stove pipe under the flap that way I help with rain and snowand the vent is still operational, the tent still holds a surprising ammount of heat in the sleeping area as the roof is low
I’ve been looking at this tent….love the vestibule size! It’s what drew me to the tent ….but the size and weight makes me nervous for multi day hikes….thoughts?
For me its great and I like it alot
Is this deluxe 15D edition or standart 210T ?
Hi! Where did you buy this tent? Thanks
Thank you.
😄🤙
In one of your other videos you use this tent with a hot stove. What stove jack kit did you use to modify the tent? Please advise thank you.
I used a regular jack from amazon
Can a vent kickstand be built by sewing one end into the edge seam (so as to keep punctures out over the solidity of the fly) and put a piece of velcro on the other end?
Absolutely
Just use a clip and aguy rope. Easy
Hey just wondering if you add it that stove Jack yourself and if so what size is the hole stovepipe throw
I added it myself
Hey, is it starting to cool down some where you're at? Leaves changing color yet?
Nope, not yet, hope soon
Would that tent be a good tent to use in heavy snow without a stove? Seems kind of light
I like the naturehike mongar 2
I have one of these tube style tents. It's a Hilleberg. Cost me a ton of money. I never used it once. Not one time
Wow, you should use it
@@Lonewolfwildcamping I should sell it
Great review bud. I may have missed it, but has the inner tent have a mesh door only?
Has both mesh and solid panels
Thats a pretty decent Hilleberg Nallo 2 knock off, for considerably less money.
I don't see a hole for the wood stove in the tent - did you cut it yourself? i want this specific tent for the wood stove chimney
Cut it myself
Keep up the great work! Question, if I got this awesome tent, how hard and what do I need to do to turn it into a hot tent? All advice is appreciated. Thanks again and can't wait for the next video...
Thank you, honestly sewing in a stove jack would take about 15 minutes, pretty simple addition, stay safe
@@Lonewolfwildcamping Thank you so much for the reply. I can not wait to get out there and hopefully I will be able to film it. Stay safe and keep up the great videos...
Does the ground sheet just fit under the sleeping area or does it cover the vestibule area too?
Just the sleeping area
nice review, have you used it 2 persons?
Yes I have
Is it large enough for 2 Persons to be comfy or is it more like a large 1 person tent?
Yes 2 people will fit but 1 person is better
Nice tent and good video thanks
Thanks for enjoying
What is the wood stove. I am homeless and need one for heat
What do you use to protect yourself from predators in the woods
Nothing
how did you alter this tent to turn it into a winter hot tent?
Hey Sir! I've noticed that several of the reviews are on NatureHike tents. Is this your preferred brand or do you have any affiliation?
I only show what I use, no affiliation, no links, no promo codes, just what I feel like sharing
Naturehike are a very popular brand to review right now, even by creators who get no kickback for it.
During heavy rain you ll find yourself floating inside that vestibule 😂
🤣
Hi Jeremy thanks for another indepth review and demonstration! I was wondering if the groundsheet also covers the porch area? Hope to hear from you
Thank you, the ground sheet is primarily for the sleeping area but it can be moved forwards into the porch if needed
@@Lonewolfwildcamping would 2 ground sheets suffice to cover porch area and sidelong area?
Yes
What do you do for living
Question. This link was from your hot tent trip. Did you alter it yourself with stove jack? Nature hike doesn’t have one with installed
I modified the tent myself
great review
thanks
Question
Is the door zip two ways so it opens at the top to vent?
2 way zip , yes
Hey lonewolf. Im looking to get into hot tenting but trying on a budget. Would you recommend converting this tent into a hot tent? Its very lightweight and I love the form factor! What budget oven could pair with this as well? Im struggling with all of the many options. I just need something lightweight, safe for backpacking! Thank you =) love the videos!
Yes, I have area modified this tent to be a hot tent and it works well
What is the cost of the Opalus tent?
a simple draw of the tent with the sizes instead of reading it could be more understandable, also you will save our time
Look up the listing in Amazon for more convience, also those diagrams are copyright protected by manufacturer, and some people rather listen than watch
Looking for tents and supplies for big people used to camp alot but stopped when gand weight any suggestions
Have you checked pomoly.com
Very cool tent!
How do you "make" it a hot tent? Sold that way or making it yourself?
I modified it myself
Reminds me of my TNF Big Fat Frog.
Very similar
Super helpful!
What is the weight of the tent?
I mentioned it in the video
How does it do in terms of condensation, both in relation to cooking and the sleeping area?
I have one and condensation hasn't been a problem for me using it as a one person tent. That said, if it rains or the ground is wet when you set it up or the humidity is very high you will have some amount of condensation under the fly in the morning, but there's no inherent condensation problems due to lack of ventilation. The fly sits high over the tent body and it pulls out pretty far on the sides. That, plus the two vents on the ends and the sheer volume of space under the fly keeps it pretty well ventilated. It's also designed such that you can roll up the back of the fly and tie it up for a massive ventilation boost in clear weather.
Quick question is the specs from website or your measurements. Cheers
From Amazon specs
@@Lonewolfwildcamping ok thanks .. I have a few tents only 3 where correct when I measured them the rest where not … it be interesting to see if nature hike is
Another great review it looks like a great tent.
Thank you
I need to get one of those tents.
Lone Wolf do you sew in your own fire safe flap for use with a hot stove. I've noticed you appear to do this on both the Opalus and Higby tents you use. Do I have that right?
I have modified both tents
@@Lonewolfwildcamping
Do you buy the flap from somewhere or what product do you use and do you sew it in yourself or have it done at a tailor shop cheers from Canada
I used stove jacks from pomoly.com or Amazon. Do my own sewing
Thank you kind sir... keep up the vids they're awesome🇨🇦
Thank you
Excellent review!
I am curious how much rain can this tent endure, what can I do to improve wind protection?
It is great in the rain
Love the tent 👍🇵🇭
Thank you
The nature hike website is exceeding slow Lehman’s, midway, smaller companies websites I visited are like Mach 3 to a piper cub
How did you put the hole in it for the stove/heater?
Used scissors and sewing machine