Nutn. I just want to quickly share with you, what you have done for me. Over this past year I have been dealing with intense depression, when I get down, I GET DOWN. Whenever I am feeling this way, there is almost nothing that can make me feel content and/or happy about life. Except- for watching your videos. Thankyou so much for doing what you do, and keep doing it. :) You're a great man.
Thank you for everything. You're so knowledgeable and such a great person. Your videos are not only informative, but also inspirational. I wish there were more people like you out in the world.
Nutn, you read my mind! Thanks for another great review video. I know next to nothing about tents and I've been thinking about going out hiking and camping. This is invaluable information and you do it for free. Keep up the great work!
I try to backpack several times throughout the year, in many different environments, and your advice was spot on what I would have suggested to another person. Great videos Nutn; keep them coming
Nutnfancy, great vid as always. I found this vid vary informative and from personal experiance (from camping in all of the seasons including -35 deg C weather A good tent will keep you some what warm). One thing is to always check your gear before you leave just in case something is missing, been there and had to rely on my survival training to build my own shelter nearby the main camp, Great training time for the new guys and gals on how too build such a shelter.
This awesome, thanks for doing this comprehensive review and sharing your experience. I'm preparing to get back into backpacking and back country camping after a 25 year hiatus and am learning about the gear that's available these days. Your reviews and informational vids are super helpful.
Excellent Vid, can't wait for the rest of the series. Hoping this series will be like your "Backpacking System, Extended Stay" video's which were also awesome for those of you who haven,t seen them.
Excellent music in the introduction! I like the song so much that I found it on youtube and downloaded to my mp3 player. Its called "Long Road Ahead" by Kevin Macleod. Macleod is a great composer, hard to come by in the present era.
Nutn I have used an LL Bean Light Stuff #2 for about 10 years which has finally worn out and I replaced it with a North Face Bullfrog 23. This tent design seems to be the best compromise between space, simplicity, strength, and weight to me. I can set it up in under 5 minute by myself in the dark if needed, has a good size vestibule, and tips the scales at 4.5lbs. I like the fact that the LL Bean tent solely used clips but the sleeves on the Bullfrog are not too bad.
I was hoping you'd do a good review on your recommended tents and tent features. I appreciate all the time you put into these videos, and I know many others who do as well. Keep up the great work, a lot of us really appreciate the details.
Brew some coffee, sit back, relax, and enjoy the nutnfancy project! Great way to spend a sunday morning! Id like to mention though about camo...anything, I think it draws attention to you during a WROL situation, because those who have the camo..are preceived as being prepared and having what is needed by the general..sheeple. Sheepdogs and only fend off so many wolves, sheeple, until they are over-powered
@flyrodderdh Semper Fi, Marine, but Nutn retired from the AF this past December. He was a pilot for them for over 20 years. We have great respect for all branches of service. -- Veri (Nutn's sister)
Awesome vid Nutn!!! I love all your vids!!! This is a great addition to the TNP!!! I use to work at LL Bean in Freeport Maine, I bought and used tons of stuff for hiking the AT. Great review!!! Thanks again!!!
Wanted to thank you for your videos, Nut'n. I'm very interested in backpacking/hiking (and also have begun shooting again after a 20-year hiatus) and your videos are literally good teaching sessions for me. I find myself taking notes for later advice and study, just like I did during college/grad school! Best wishes to you and your awesome family!
" i dont have half an hour to watch these long videos" That's because you must not be in the market for a backpacking tent. That's what this series is designed for and it takes time to convey quality information. This series is a delivery on a promise to many of my outdoorsy TNPrs. Peace.
I bought a Sierra design tent when I was somewhere bout 18. Used it fairly regular all over British Columbia and still have it to this day. I'm 40 now! I'd say that is good.
Why so many rude comments? I like the vids. I like to know the info is coming from a true genuine person with an experienced background in the subject. I find nutn's personal experiences relatable and are on the same page with many of his thoughts on pou and comfort. If you want straight forward specs go to the manafacturers website and download a user guide and have fun reading.
Thanks nutnfancy. I just purchased a North Face Rock 22 tent for $71 dollars. It's not the best tent, a bit heavy and a bit small, but for the price and for my POU - A high-value one man tent - it works well.
I enjoy the part where you missed to point. Personally, I believe that every life is precious, and one should only kill to protect oneself or eat. He's not whining about it, he's making a point.
To the guys winging about the length of nutnfancy's vids, DONT WATCH THEM! These video's, although entertaining are meant as an indepth gear guide, not a tv show to keep you entertained! If you are going to be forking out hundreds of dollars for this sort of gear you want to be sure that you're making an educated buy. I appreciate the in depth explanations and advice, if you want specs go to the manufacturers website or look at a pamphlete. Keep up the great work nutnfancy!
Wow I have to give it to you, I never watched a 32 minute how-to, review or anything similar, not even a third of that, and stayed interested. This time I did. 32 minutes. So many details, and personally the takehome message for me: don't buy your tent too small. I have to add, I kindof think many people want to go ultralight, simply because they are worried of not being able to carry the weight, maybe due to an injury, maybe something else. Anyways, thx for this excellent explanation.
No I was talking in addition to the tent. if you have a bright tent that stands out then you could just have the tarp to hide it. That way you can have one tent for different applications. I've used just a tarp for shelter and it sucked. I was actually cought in the rain for an hour during a hunting trip and thats all I had.
Hey nutnfancy, me and my dad watch alot of your vids, we just got back from some wilderness camping in the catskills. We were decked out with some gear you reviewed and it worked perfectly. We had to pack neatlly as we had to hike up a 350 foot waterfall and still have a two man comfortable tent. Thanks for the reviewes TNP!!!!
I just picked up a Marmot Eos 1p for cheap from Sunny Sports. They had some other great options at great prices as well. The Eos is very light and compact, but it is orange. Not an issue if you setup at dusk and pack at dawn like I do.
Good video nutn. Good comment on subdued colors for your tent. Will be moving out west next year, and am going to break out my camping gear that I havn't used for years when I get there.
I have a thought regarding the coloring argument in the video. I tend to use bright colors for two reasons. My primary reason is in the event of a problem where I need help and have to be found. If doing backcountry camping, accidents happen and I want to be found and spotted easily. The other reason was already mentioned in your video which is so it's easily found.
i had a USArmy-type cotton tent from the 1950s - despite its weight (its ment to be carried by 2 men and i always had to carry it alone) and the lack of a groundsheet, it was very good in sun, rain (up to 3 days constantly) light snow + medium wind. i had lots of dogs idling in it when it was hot. I could actually cool beer in it. :) now im more the tarp guy. if i ever buy a real tent again, it has to be for 2-3 ppl but less then 3kg. hard to find a tent that is rugged enough and not 2 expensive
I saw a lot of people using the tarp method on the Appalachian Trail this summer. You can fit a lot of sleeping bags under one good-sized tarp. I myself used a "tube tent". But hey--I'm only 130 lbs and I needed to cut the pack weight somewhere.
I'd have to agree with Nutnfancy for just one of his reasons, the bugs. When I was young, I somehow got bitten in one of my eyes by a bug. My eye was so swollen it couldn't close. Sleeping was so difficult I can only guess that I got sleep for several days by passing out late in the night.
well i was at Cabelas yesterday and they had the Hennessy hammock there. It dose look nice and light . It was around 1985 when i last seen him use the one i was talking about I was in the Marines with him he got out of the Army and later went to the Marines as our head ofthe scout sipers. i just was suprised how well it worked for him but heavy i am shure. I think he did use a pad in there as well.
your point on color is useful in your situation but also think of loud colored tents in which they have the firepower to get you out of emergency situations like being spotted from your tent or making a signal with you brightly colored tent. I think the loud colors are more suited for hikers who stay a camp site one night then move on. rescue crew will have a hard time finding the thru hiker more than your style since your location is known by somebody in town where as the hiker's is not.
3 seasons means the item is good for Spring, Summer and Fall. The item is not built for harsh climates; such as snow. Depending on where you live you may be able to use your items in the winter. On a sleeping bag, there will a temp. rating. This rating will tell you how cold of weather you can go camping in and still be warm.
Great vid, I'm off to watch the next ones. I really like my 4 man A frame Timberline Outfitter by Eureka. Its not really a backpacking tent (10 lbs) but it can take some punishment. I've camped with it mostly in Canada on the Great Lakes (Georgian Bay) and almost always have to set up in rain or constant wind and I can set it up alone in about 10 minutes or less. Its stood up to constant 40mph winds with 60mph gusts with rain quite well.
Nutn, any thoughts about the Eureka InntoRest series, I got a line on some at $150 which seems like a pretty decent price, although I never had good luck with the Eureka A frames back in the Day. Eureka producing good quality tents these days?
i'm thinking about a eureka Inntorest 2. at about 5.5 lbs, fits 2 people, and has 2 vestibules. Apparently it is well made and good for Later fall and earlier spring too (according to the manufacturer.) My only concern about it is the weight.
Nutnfancy Thanks for your videos. Good job! I have recently decided to try and backpack with my 2 Samoyieds . My health is not the best so the lighter i can go will help. It is amazing how light some ppl are going . I dont have much to spend but did get a Eureka 15 deg bag it is the short one only 2.8 lbs I hope it will be a good one.a
I am looking for a 4 season tent for a possible bug out situation, or just a normal summer camp out. What do you think of the Marmot Alpinist 2? Weighs 5 lb.
@nutnfancy Hey Nutn, long time subscriber first time commenter if i remember correctly. I just wanted to ask if you knew what marmot tent that was at 18:01 I did some searching around and wasn't able to find anything exactly like it. Thanks in advance!
Another great vid. Can't wait for the next installment. Only criticism, quit calling your self ugly! :) Wish I had seen this before I bought my tent. But luckily I wasn't far from the mark.
Hey Nutinfancy, thanx for all the awesome videos you've done over the years. If you have the time, you should review some Hilleburg tents. They look like great products, and I'd like to get your opinion on them.
hey nutn, had a question man. Im going on a backpacking trip up mount whitney in a couple of weeks. was wondering if you had any tips on the trek. thanks!
Love your videos but kinda disagree on the ultra light tent opinion. Do agree with you on the bivy's. Got one and used it one one trip and it sits in a corner now. But I do own a light weight single person backpacking tent I love. Wondered your opinion of the spitfire by eureka.
Timothy Treadwell without the bears. awesome stuff man! looking into a new tent and these vids are a big help. (esp reminding me NOT to forget the bug juice.) thanks & keep on keepin' on!
Hey Nutnfancy, dig your vids and am a subscriber. Can you or some other person clear something up for me? When you say you are a bivouac style backpacker, it conflicts with the definition: a temporary camp without tents or cover, used especially by soldiers or mountaineers. You ARE using a tent in your camp. Could you please explain your intent? Are you just meaning setting up a base camp and then doing your day trips from there? Thanks
No, I know he was referring to vestibules, but he pronounces it like vegetables. or some hybrid, vestables It's cool. Nutnfancy can talk however he wants as long as he keeps the great info coming.
The don't seem to make the NorthFace Boulder 33 and longer. I slept in a NorthFace Rock 22 every night for 2 years, and they still make it. It's just a little bit low end in quality. I had 2 poles snap (a month apart) during the middle of the night, and my single door zipper went bad not long after that.
I noticed that the floor of the particular tent you're in on this vid doesn't have the tarp floor. Does that brand make that difference or is it that particular type...i.e. backpacking tent or car-camping tent? I ask because mine has that tarp floor. Are there drawbacks for that type vs mine?
I'm pretty sure the reason people use more colorful tents rather than camo tents is generally because in most places, it's very easy to get lost even a short distance from your camp.
While watching this video and seeing you talk i was wondering if you had a little Bit of bels pausey. My father has it. It when a part of your face has nerve problems due to stress and a part of your face won't move very well.
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wat type of tent would u reccomend for like a survival kit? ive been debating between a tent and a hammock to put in my survival kit. i want it to be small enough to fit INSIDE a small (2000 cubic inch) pack. would i want a small floorless tent or just a hammock?
in response to marcisgreat- my friend has a qucha 3 man version pop up, i have a eurohike (you probably dont get these in america given the name :P) they are essentially lightweight car camping tents, the 3 man versions fold to a disc, which is light but inconvenient to carry. useful for music festivals, or staying in campsites. the main drawback is lack of cover over the entrance for crappy weather, although the newer models are including porch cover. quick pitching in cruddy weather tho!
Tents .My best tent so far for the money is one i got 4 years ago at walmart. Ozark Trail the size i think it is a 9x9 I seam sealed this tent 2 times when i got it . I think it was a round 50 bucks . My Samoyed dog and me went camping with it 2 days ago 12/30/10 60 deg to 19 with a thunder storm that produced tornados in the state. The rain turned to freezing rain. the only bad thing was getting the zipper un stuck from ice.Not one drop of rain in side. good as a tent 6 times its price.
If I were to buy a tent now in 2012 that was similar to the Northface in both size and features under 400 bucks what would you recommend? This will be for weeklong backpacking trips. Thanks for any help in advance.
enjoyed your video. I put a video response and hoped you could give me some pointers with you tent experience. No use re-inventing the wheel. I like coming up with new ideas and putting them in my tents I build, but don't want to start on something that someone else has already tried and failed. Thanks
Good video....and a lot of great points! was looking for a good hiking carry tent and you made me a lot wiser to what i will be looking for next time i visit REi. Cheers!
The North Face DOME 8 tent is one of the best base camp tents out there for the price, The 2-METER DOME is a very good base tent but very very expensive.
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Nutn. I just want to quickly share with you, what you have done for me.
Over this past year I have been dealing with intense depression, when I get down, I GET DOWN. Whenever I am feeling this way, there is almost nothing that can make me feel content and/or happy about life. Except- for watching your videos. Thankyou so much for doing what you do, and keep doing it. :) You're a great man.
One of my favorite set of videos by Nutnfancy, thanks for all the hard work
Nutn, I still think you need to show a video of how to pack gear in a backpack.
Thank you for everything. You're so knowledgeable and such a great person. Your videos are not only informative, but also inspirational. I wish there were more people like you out in the world.
Thank you Nutnfancy for giving us your time and for posting these video's. I greatly appreciate it
This is the most detailed video series ever made on backpacking tents and is still enjoyable to watch time and time again, thank you sir and mam =)
Nutn, you read my mind! Thanks for another great review video. I know next to nothing about tents and I've been thinking about going out hiking and camping. This is invaluable information and you do it for free. Keep up the great work!
I try to backpack several times throughout the year, in many different environments, and your advice was spot on what I would have suggested to another person. Great videos Nutn; keep them coming
Nutnfancy, I love your gear reviews. I thank God there's someone like you to review all this stuff. It's very helpful man. Keep it up... PLEASE!!!
LOL Bless her heart, she's just back there a'snappin! I love these little things that you guys catch that I totally miss. -- Veri (Nutn's sister)
Nutnfancy, great vid as always. I found this vid vary informative and from personal experiance (from camping in all of the seasons including -35 deg C weather A good tent will keep you some what warm). One thing is to always check your gear before you leave just in case something is missing, been there and had to rely on my survival training to build my own shelter nearby the main camp, Great training time for the new guys and gals on how too build such a shelter.
ive had my NF boulder double 3 for about 6 yrs now. love it. so light and roomie. another great vid my friend
Started watching for your gun reviews. Lately I'm liking the motorcycle and camping gear reviews. Thanks
Only Nutnfancy can make a 12 minute introductions consistently interesting. How does he do it? I love it!
You don't have to watch at all.. We're not making videos for you alone. -- Veri
I love all the work you do, Your videos are of great quality and are very informative. Keep it up nutn.
Thank you,
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This awesome, thanks for doing this comprehensive review and sharing your experience. I'm preparing to get back into backpacking and back country camping after a 25 year hiatus and am learning about the gear that's available these days. Your reviews and informational vids are super helpful.
Excellent Vid, can't wait for the rest of the series. Hoping this series will be like your "Backpacking System, Extended Stay" video's which were also awesome for those of you who haven,t seen them.
Your gear reviews are the best! I have implemented quite a few of your systems into my own and just wanted to say thanks for doing what you do.
Excellent music in the introduction! I like the song so much that I found it on youtube and downloaded to my mp3 player. Its called "Long Road Ahead" by Kevin Macleod.
Macleod is a great composer, hard to come by in the present era.
Really appreciate the time you put into these backpacking series videos. Outstanding.
Nutn I have used an LL Bean Light Stuff #2 for about 10 years which has finally worn out and I replaced it with a North Face Bullfrog 23. This tent design seems to be the best compromise between space, simplicity, strength, and weight to me. I can set it up in under 5 minute by myself in the dark if needed, has a good size vestibule, and tips the scales at 4.5lbs. I like the fact that the LL Bean tent solely used clips but the sleeves on the Bullfrog are not too bad.
Much needed series, Nutn'. I've been wanting to hear your take on tents. Thanks!
I was hoping you'd do a good review on your recommended tents and tent features. I appreciate all the time you put into these videos, and I know many others who do as well. Keep up the great work, a lot of us really appreciate the details.
Beatiful countryside you have around you as always great info and looking forward to the next installment.
Brew some coffee, sit back, relax, and enjoy the nutnfancy project!
Great way to spend a sunday morning!
Id like to mention though about camo...anything,
I think it draws attention to you during a WROL situation, because those who have the camo..are preceived as being prepared and having what is needed by the general..sheeple.
Sheepdogs and only fend off so many wolves, sheeple, until they are over-powered
@flyrodderdh Semper Fi, Marine, but Nutn retired from the AF this past December. He was a pilot for them for over 20 years. We have great respect for all branches of service. -- Veri (Nutn's sister)
Awesome vid Nutn!!! I love all your vids!!! This is a great addition to the TNP!!! I use to work at LL Bean in Freeport Maine, I bought and used tons of stuff for hiking the AT. Great review!!! Thanks again!!!
thanks for you time and dedication to TNP!
its great for us viewers
Wanted to thank you for your videos, Nut'n. I'm very interested in backpacking/hiking (and also have begun shooting again after a 20-year hiatus) and your videos are literally good teaching sessions for me. I find myself taking notes for later advice and study, just like I did during college/grad school! Best wishes to you and your awesome family!
" i dont have half an hour to watch these long videos" That's because you must not be in the market for a backpacking tent. That's what this series is designed for and it takes time to convey quality information. This series is a delivery on a promise to many of my outdoorsy TNPrs. Peace.
I bought a Sierra design tent when I was somewhere bout 18. Used it fairly regular all over British Columbia and still have it to this day. I'm 40 now! I'd say that is good.
Why so many rude comments? I like the vids. I like to know the info is coming from a true genuine person with an experienced background in the subject. I find nutn's personal experiences relatable and are on the same page with many of his thoughts on pou and comfort. If you want straight forward specs go to the manafacturers website and download a user guide and have fun reading.
I'm an eagle scout and backpack a lot in true backcountry montana, idaho and canada. AWSOME video! I wish you were my dad.
Thanks nutnfancy. I just purchased a North Face Rock 22 tent for $71 dollars. It's not the best tent, a bit heavy and a bit small, but for the price and for my POU - A high-value one man tent - it works well.
Man you are making yourself a hell of a lot of work for us!
THX !! best reviews on youtube!
I enjoy the part where you missed to point. Personally, I believe that every life is precious, and one should only kill to protect oneself or eat. He's not whining about it, he's making a point.
To the guys winging about the length of nutnfancy's vids, DONT WATCH THEM! These video's, although entertaining are meant as an indepth gear guide, not a tv show to keep you entertained! If you are going to be forking out hundreds of dollars for this sort of gear you want to be sure that you're making an educated buy. I appreciate the in depth explanations and advice, if you want specs go to the manufacturers website or look at a pamphlete.
Keep up the great work nutnfancy!
the hours of commitment to testing and returning a review to the company
I love these old Nutnfancy videos
Wow I have to give it to you, I never watched a 32 minute how-to, review or anything similar, not even a third of that, and stayed interested. This time I did. 32 minutes. So many details, and personally the takehome message for me: don't buy your tent too small. I have to add, I kindof think many people want to go ultralight, simply because they are worried of not being able to carry the weight, maybe due to an injury, maybe something else. Anyways, thx for this excellent explanation.
No I was talking in addition to the tent. if you have a bright tent that stands out then you could just have the tarp to hide it. That way you can have one tent for different applications. I've used just a tarp for shelter and it sucked. I was actually cought in the rain for an hour during a hunting trip and thats all I had.
Another excellent series! Thank you Nutn for taking your time making it in so high quality level!
Say hello to Allie! :) Peace!
Hey nutnfancy, me and my dad watch alot of your vids, we just got back from some wilderness camping in the catskills. We were decked out with some gear you reviewed and it worked perfectly. We had to pack neatlly as we had to hike up a 350 foot waterfall and still have a two man comfortable tent. Thanks for the reviewes TNP!!!!
Hey Nutn, thanks for sharing so much of your experience and knowledge!
I just picked up a Marmot Eos 1p for cheap from Sunny Sports. They had some other great options at great prices as well. The Eos is very light and compact, but it is orange. Not an issue if you setup at dusk and pack at dawn like I do.
Woodland and multicam are my favorite camouflage patterns.
Good video nutn. Good comment on subdued colors for your tent. Will be moving out west next year, and am going to break out my camping gear that I havn't used for years when I get there.
I have a thought regarding the coloring argument in the video. I tend to use bright colors for two reasons. My primary reason is in the event of a problem where I need help and have to be found. If doing backcountry camping, accidents happen and I want to be found and spotted easily. The other reason was already mentioned in your video which is so it's easily found.
Any thoughts on hammocks?
i had a USArmy-type cotton tent from the 1950s - despite its weight (its ment to be carried by 2 men and i always had to carry it alone) and the lack of a groundsheet, it was very good in sun, rain (up to 3 days constantly) light snow + medium wind. i had lots of dogs idling in it when it was hot. I could actually cool beer in it. :) now im more the tarp guy. if i ever buy a real tent again, it has to be for 2-3 ppl but less then 3kg. hard to find a tent that is rugged enough and not 2 expensive
I saw a lot of people using the tarp method on the Appalachian Trail this summer. You can fit a lot of sleeping bags under one good-sized tarp. I myself used a "tube tent". But hey--I'm only 130 lbs and I needed to cut the pack weight somewhere.
I like the fact that you don't like a lot of tent-categories.. makes you critical !
I'd have to agree with Nutnfancy for just one of his reasons, the bugs. When I was young, I somehow got bitten in one of my eyes by a bug. My eye was so swollen it couldn't close. Sleeping was so difficult I can only guess that I got sleep for several days by passing out late in the night.
Thanks Nut n Fancy!!!! Keep the backpacking/camping vids coming!!!!
well i was at Cabelas yesterday and they had the Hennessy hammock there. It dose look nice and light . It was around 1985 when i last seen him use the one i was talking about I was in the Marines with him he got out of the Army and later went to the Marines as our head ofthe scout sipers. i just was suprised how well it worked for him but heavy i am shure. I think he did use a pad in there as well.
I just got back from a camping trip in the Big Trees in Nor Ca. The bugs were crazy, a tent was a must.
your point on color is useful in your situation but also think of loud colored tents in which they have the firepower to get you out of emergency situations like being spotted from your tent or making a signal with you brightly colored tent. I think the loud colors are more suited for hikers who stay a camp site one night then move on. rescue crew will have a hard time finding the thru hiker more than your style since your location is known by somebody in town where as the hiker's is not.
Thanks for the informative video on tent basics/selection. You saved me some time.
nutinfancy guru, reveiwer, expert and NINJA! keep it up dude you got skill.
3 seasons means the item is good for Spring, Summer and Fall. The item is not built for harsh climates; such as snow. Depending on where you live you may be able to use your items in the winter. On a sleeping bag, there will a temp. rating. This rating will tell you how cold of weather you can go camping in and still be warm.
Excellent job on this video set....BRAVO!
Great vid, I'm off to watch the next ones. I really like my 4 man A frame Timberline Outfitter by Eureka. Its not really a backpacking tent (10 lbs) but it can take some punishment. I've camped with it mostly in Canada on the Great Lakes (Georgian Bay) and almost always have to set up in rain or constant wind and I can set it up alone in about 10 minutes or less. Its stood up to constant 40mph winds with 60mph gusts with rain quite well.
Nutn, any thoughts about the Eureka InntoRest series, I got a line on some at $150 which seems like a pretty decent price, although I never had good luck with the Eureka A frames back in the Day. Eureka producing good quality tents these days?
i'm thinking about a eureka Inntorest 2. at about 5.5 lbs, fits 2 people, and has 2 vestibules. Apparently it is well made and good for Later fall and earlier spring too (according to the manufacturer.) My only concern about it is the weight.
here i was researching best cycling tents and BAM !!!!- a tent review by my fav westie-NUTNFANCY !!!!! a must watch vid.....
Nutnfancy Thanks for your videos. Good job! I have recently decided to try and backpack with my 2 Samoyieds . My health is not the best so the lighter i can go will help. It is amazing how light some ppl are going . I dont have much to spend but did get a Eureka 15 deg bag it is the short one only 2.8 lbs I hope it will be a good one.a
The series that brought me to TNP! Very nice!
Great series. Any opinion on the BA Gore Pass 3?
I am looking for a 4 season tent for a possible bug out situation, or just a normal summer camp out.
What do you think of the Marmot Alpinist 2? Weighs 5 lb.
Hey nutn do they make a tent in place of the North Face Boulder 33 or one like it that you would recommend? Thanks For all the Great Vid.
@nutnfancy Hey Nutn, long time subscriber first time commenter if i remember correctly. I just wanted to ask if you knew what marmot tent that was at 18:01 I did some searching around and wasn't able to find anything exactly like it. Thanks in advance!
Another great vid. Can't wait for the next installment. Only criticism, quit calling your self ugly! :) Wish I had seen this before I bought my tent. But luckily I wasn't far from the mark.
can you tell me wich camera are u using in your videos??
the zoom is pretty cool and the images are so clear man.
Thanks.
Hey Nutinfancy, thanx for all the awesome videos you've done over the years. If you have the time, you should review some Hilleburg tents. They look like great products, and I'd like to get your opinion on them.
hey nutn, had a question man. Im going on a backpacking trip up mount whitney in a couple of weeks. was wondering if you had any tips on the trek. thanks!
Keep it coming, I'm looking forward to all your tips and insights!
Love your videos but kinda disagree on the ultra light tent opinion. Do agree with you on the bivy's. Got one and used it one one trip and it sits in a corner now. But I do own a light weight single person backpacking tent I love. Wondered your opinion of the spitfire by eureka.
Timothy Treadwell without the bears. awesome stuff man! looking into a new tent and these vids are a big help. (esp reminding me NOT to forget the bug juice.) thanks & keep on keepin' on!
Hey Nutnfancy, dig your vids and am a subscriber. Can you or some other person clear something up for me? When you say you are a bivouac style backpacker, it conflicts with the definition: a temporary camp without tents or cover, used especially by soldiers or mountaineers. You ARE using a tent in your camp. Could you please explain your intent? Are you just meaning setting up a base camp and then doing your day trips from there? Thanks
No, I know he was referring to vestibules, but he pronounces it like vegetables. or some hybrid, vestables It's cool. Nutnfancy can talk however he wants as long as he keeps the great info coming.
The don't seem to make the NorthFace Boulder 33 and longer. I slept in a NorthFace Rock 22 every night for 2 years, and they still make it. It's just a little bit low end in quality. I had 2 poles snap (a month apart) during the middle of the night, and my single door zipper went bad not long after that.
what is the best light weight dull color 1 person tent for the best price for bug out/camping thanks and keep making vids !!!!
I noticed that the floor of the particular tent you're in on this vid doesn't have the tarp floor. Does that brand make that difference or is it that particular type...i.e. backpacking tent or car-camping tent? I ask because mine has that tarp floor. Are there drawbacks for that type vs mine?
Nutnfancy,
I know you said that you don't like super small tents but what do you think about hennesy hammocks
I'm pretty sure the reason people use more colorful tents rather than camo tents is generally because in most places, it's very easy to get lost even a short distance from your camp.
While watching this video and seeing you talk i was wondering if you had a little
Bit of bels pausey. My father has it. It when a part of your face has nerve problems due to stress and a part of your face won't move very well.
Awesome vid, as usual. I always look forward to your vid's. Keep em coming!
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wat type of tent would u reccomend for like a survival kit? ive been debating between a tent and a hammock to put in my survival kit. i want it to be small enough to fit INSIDE a small (2000 cubic inch) pack. would i want a small floorless tent or just a hammock?
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my friend has a qucha 3 man version pop up, i have a eurohike (you probably dont get these in america given the name :P) they are essentially lightweight car camping tents, the 3 man versions fold to a disc, which is light but inconvenient to carry. useful for music festivals, or staying in campsites. the main drawback is lack of cover over the entrance for crappy weather, although the newer models are including porch cover.
quick pitching in cruddy weather tho!
Tents .My best tent so far for the money is one i got 4 years ago at walmart. Ozark Trail the size i think it is a 9x9 I seam sealed this tent 2 times when i got it . I think it was a round 50 bucks . My Samoyed dog and me went camping with it 2 days ago 12/30/10 60 deg to 19 with a thunder storm that produced tornados in the state. The rain turned to freezing rain. the only bad thing was getting the zipper un stuck from ice.Not one drop of rain in side. good as a tent 6 times its price.
Have you ever used one of the hammock "tents?" If so, what do you think about them, oh, and how would Allie handle it?
If I were to buy a tent now in 2012 that was similar to the Northface in both size and features under 400 bucks what would you recommend? This will be for weeklong backpacking trips. Thanks for any help in advance.
enjoyed your video. I put a video response and hoped you could give me some pointers with you tent experience. No use re-inventing the wheel. I like coming up with new ideas and putting them in my tents I build, but don't want to start on something that someone else has already tried and failed. Thanks
i was having the hardest time deciding which backpacking tent to buy, then i remembered i subscribed to your channel...heh
Good video....and a lot of great points! was looking for a good hiking carry tent and you made me a lot wiser to what i will be looking for next time i visit REi.
Cheers!
The North Face DOME 8 tent is one of the best base camp tents out there for the price, The 2-METER DOME is a very good base tent but very very expensive.
What song is this nutn is using.. Love it Thanks!
Man I was hoping you would do a vid on tents. Excellent job Nutnfancy!