Never Seen Anything Like It - Military Tent 4 Season Conversion Kit - LiteFighter Cold Weather Kit
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- This is one of the most genius products I have reviewed in years!
Recently I reviewed the LiteFighter 1 tent and talked about how versatile of a shelter system it is and in this episode I am reviewing the Cold Weather 4 Season Conversion Kit that goes with it.
This is an excellent option for converting a 3 season tent into a 4 season one and it works....it simply works!
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LiteFighter 1 - Cold Weather Kit - 4 Season Protection for a 3 Season Tent
Product Purpose :
This is a product that I have been waiting to show off all year and finally it is beginning to get cold enough to use and to begin testing it out. The purpose of this product is to act as an addon for any of the LiteFighter 1 person military tents and with this addon, it converts their 3 season tent to a 4 season tent by adding a layer of rip stop nylon over the top of the existing mesh fabric which holds in hold and block wind from circulation inside of your tent.
While I can’t comment on how effective it is yet I can tell you that if this works as it is meant to, it could be a game changer as far as 3 season tent use within the 4th season.
In the warmer months, you run the tent as-is but when the temps drop, you grab the cold weather kit and you can stay far warmer by holding in some warmer air and by blocking the wind.
At the same time, you still retain all of the ventilation performance of the original tent design.
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Price : $120.18
Weight : 14.5
Materials : 30 Denier water resistant nylon.
Color : Coyote Tan
Measurements : 5 x 5 x 5
Included with the LiteFighter 1 Cold Weather Kit
Wind breaker cold weather inner tent cover.
4 snow/sand anchors designed for filling with snow or sand.
Carry sack.
Review Pros :
Incredibly smart design - seriously folks, this is an excellent option for converting a 3 season tent into a 4 season one. It works because the LiteFighter 1 is a strong tent to begin with; such a product isn’t going to magically turn an ultralight Big Agnes tent into a 4 season monster or anything like that.
Speaking of which, can this be used with other 1 person tents that share in the same general design as the Litefighter 1? That is an excellent question….I don’t know but I will do some experimenting.
It works; this cold weather kit works and it works really well - it does all that Litefighter claimed - it blocks wind, it holds in some warmth and it blocks blowing snow.
I’ve taken this out in heavy snow and had no issues.
I’ve taken this out into strong winds, had no issues.
I’ve taken this out into cold temps and it does hold in warmth while blocking out cold drafts and while releasing moisture. Condensation wasn’t an issue at all.
In my initial preview concerning this product, I spoke of a concern that I had with the sides being blown and having wind come into the tent, in some situations I am sure that it is possible but with my setups in windy conditions this hasn’t been a problem at all.
Quality is excellent
Price is very fair - since I took a look filmed my initial impressions, the price of this system has increased by roughly $20 but with inflation and how poor the economy is with the latest administration, this is to be expected.
Installing is easy enough - but, going to the cons….
Review Cons :
Setup process does take time - it adds roughly 5 minutes to the overall setup of the LiteFighter 1 tent. A positive to that is that once you have it setup, you can break the tent down with the kit on and simple roll it up and the next setup will be much faster.
Summary :
Without a doubt, this is one of the coolest products that I have seen in years; with the majority of outdoor products, they involve slight alterations to existing products but this is different; in many ways it is a game changer - it’s smart, effective and not overly expensive.
I can easily recommend it for your LiteFighter 1 tent system -
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I am issued a lightfighter, just got done with AT at Fort McCoy Wisconsin about a month ago. Spent the whole time in the field. Found out these tents mount directly onto a military cot. I like this combination, I am 44 year old veteran and this saved my back from hurting too bad. I just bought a Scorpion 3 and am looking forward to trying that out with my wife this weekend.
Thanks for your service! 👍
I myself have spent a lot of time at Fort McCoy Wisconsin with over 20 years service
You just now found out they fit on our cots? Man we had them set up on our bunks on deployment as Jack shacks. 🤣
The fabulous fort McCoy
First, thank you for your service. Also how did your trip go
Gotta say Luke, think you’re driving up the cost of this tent. When I first saw, I could definitely find it for $100. Now I only see 200 and up. Granted, I’m sure you can still find them at 1 somewhere. Your positive reviews are definitely having an impact on the market, by increasing demand for GOOD products, which is very good, but not so much for the pocketbook😂. Thanks for the great reviews, keep them coming.
🤣🤣 on their website, its 400 USD now
I got mine surplus years ago. I regret begging him to review this tent now! I got mine before he reviewed it. I got mine for a steal.
Almost $500 now in 2024
Regarding flapping of the entrance in wind, @7:00 there is a loop on the left side of the two flap door entrance. Use a stake through this loop to hold down the entrance on the left side, you will still be able to unzip the entrance and enter on the right, when the entrance is zipped closed it shouldn't flap, or at least greatly reduce flapping.
As simple as that was to attach, you would think you'd see a lot more of it. Not everyone wants to buy a 4 season tent. Selling a simple conversion is a great alternative.
Or wants to carry around the extra weight. Hopefully more companies start to pick on. Instead of selling 20 different tents. Sell a few, but give the customer customization options.
you could make one.. you can over tarp. you can under tarp with a storage blanket.
It's mindblowing! Being in the south, low 20's is extreme cold. I would love to experience the type of conditions that those sorts of tents are designed for. It's insane! People down here think that I am a madman for camping when it's under 40.
Same here in central NC, but I'll admit that I might be too much of a wimp!😂 I love the 30's and 40's and most people can't take that, but don't think I'm made of the right stuff for much lower.
Camping with the wolves in winter is super fun, N shore Superior is mind blowing!
Agreed. Is there a better time to camp?
40° and I'm still in a lightweight sleeping bag in my boxers lol. That's the perfect camping weather
Made a very similar Winter layer for my Big Agnes from a lightweight tarp. I used scissors to cut the tarp into parts that I put together with a sewing machine. Reinforcement and extra stitching was done at slots. Seam sealant used on all stitching. I attached the Winter layer to the bathtub with a 24" zipper in the center of each side of the tent. A zipper was placed on each side of the bottom of the door. One side can be tied back while the other is secured to the bathtub. I used nylon zippers meant to be used in jackets. They still work after 4 years.
I used this product for 5 days at high elevation in Colorado with temperatures dropping to just below 40 degrees. The addition of the conversion kit made the tent very noticeably warmer. It was ten degrees warmer than the outside temperature as I measured it with a thermometer. I like it a lot but find the profile a bit low and the width a bit narrow. I would love to have the two person version of this kit.
Had my lightfighter1 out in 21°f last year and it was doable, but very cold. I immediately purchased this kit on sale for about $90 and can't wait for the cold to come.
Agreed 100%. I used mine last winter, 1 foot of snow on the ground, moderate winds, -5F, no problems!
No condensation issues? I went on reddit and some say it was pretty bad, but other say no problems at all
After watching this video, I instantly looked on eBay and found all of the kit. Used but in great condition. Missing the snow anchors and 1 stake. No big deal. But what was even greater, the tactical bag that it all goes in. I finally was able to use it on a trip and wow! Love it!
ebay was flush with Litefighter 1's a week ago when your video on the LF1 came out. They all sold out in 2 days after your video. I bought a second one because it says it's the gen 2 with overhead pockets and mine doesn't have those.
Also, to add velcro to the area you pointed out, you could probably just go with some 3M adhesive backed velcro. Wouldn't trust the cheap stuff to stay stuck, go with 3M.
Had mine for over a year. No regrets. I too would really like the 2p to have the same options.
I designed a 3 season tent which is upgradable to 4 season. It's currently under review by an outdoors gear company. Great review, Luke.
i wanna buy it.
Simple and clever, love this kind of modularity. Great review Luke!
Amazing 24 years in service and being a logistics NCO had no clue about this conversion until I watched your video
I bought my litefighter 1P tent based on some of you’re other reviews/videos on it and am super happy I went with it. Have used it on a few backpacking trips and have no complaints. Definitely gonna get the cold weather kit for this winter.
i just order this tent from a army surplus in my country they said its new and i got it for just 245 euros i cant wait , thanks for all the great reviews that made my choice for this tent greetings from the netherlands
I bought direct from Litefighter the whole Tent Kit including the cold weather conversion, Shipped to me here in England excellent service, I use it with the Helinox XL Cot, fits perfectly
Glad to hear that Roy as I’m also in England and have been looking at this. Thanks 👍🏻
Great Service by Ex US Military, Kit was shipped over super fast, The tent has a lot more room than a One Man Tent
Mine will arrive today, ordered the entire kit after watching your previous video. Also added the extra guy lines and stakes. Thanks a million and keep up the good work!! One thing. (Update) everything arrived today, it all seems great quality and lighter than I expected, but one thing... If you talk with LiteFighter, or if LiteFighter sees this. I think the tuff sack is awesome, but would love to have a grab handle added to the top, other than that I think it's perfect!
Whip out your trusty Speedy Stitcher & add a grab handle.....done!
Still waiting for mine. I have the old tcop and I love that tent. But now i’am waiting for my new baby:)
Luke you forgot one reason why these tents and other items are hard to fine. You! You do such a good job breaking them down, showing the pros and cons that when you give something the thumbs up we, the people, go and buy them.
Keep it up. Agenda Free!!!!!
Nate
Pick up my tent a last month on Ebay for $99, just got the cold weather cover in, can't wait to try them out together!
Im older than most folks here but age never takes the urge away! Great looking tent and set up! I cant camp this way anymore. I've a bad back so I have to have my truck handy so I use a waterproof Napier that sets up in my truck bed. Nothing special or expensive but it serves my purpose. I envy all of you here, especially Luke! Not in a negative way at all. Just makes me wish I was able to do what Luke and others here do. Outstanding channel and teacher!
I had one of these issued to me a few years ago, spot on review, couldn't agree more.
Hi, just wanted to thank you for one of your earlier reviews on Marmot, Minimalist jacket. Just got it and it has been amazing. Cycling in rain, standing under waterfall, 10/10
Been backpacking for 30 years ----this tent design is amazing and what a great price !!
you're the reason I bought all my litefighter gear... 2 one man tents( under $200 for both), one groundsheet (under $50), one cold weather kit (on sale, under $100) one extra set of poles($45), and a camo net ($65) so I can have 2 tents and a sniper's hide. This makes for a nice solution for the sniper and the spotter. I wish I had bought 2 of the cold weather kits. Thanks, Luke!
Where did you get them for such a good price?
@@ilovefreeski Ebay 2020 - I just looked and those prices are long gone
Hi from Syracuse NY brother and thank you for sharing your thoughts and adventures. I hope you and Susan are staying safe and healthy and enjoying your cross country trip
Absolutely genius they could be used for any tent fantastic.
Really great. As noted by others, you can get similar aftermarket for the 3F UL Lanshan 2. But this looks brilliant, good price, and you and others have tested it! Will really help people to get out there. Very happy to see.
It is simple yet fantastic.
Great content, sir. Really appreciate your honestly and consistent attention to detail.
Greetings from Norway. Thank you for the review. Glad you mentioned that is suitable for average winter hiking. Ideally, for use in the winter up here, the outer should extend all the way to the ground. Moreover, due to the lack of space, cooking food or use a stove for additional heat, looks kind a tight. The price is very nice!
I got one of these tents 2 years ago. Best 1 man tent I've ever owned
I’m pretty sure that Velcro is for soldiers to attach their name patches. Awesome tent.
It is for name tapes and I’m a huge fan! No more getting woken up with my tent being mistaken for someone else’s 😂
@@nicholasingenthron7104 Hahaha! I’m assuming you serve our country, and if so, thank you and God Bless.
@@davidgeorge442 yes sir, thanks for making it worth it. All of the new Privates just couldn’t understand why I was so excited about a tiny piece of Velcro. It’s the little things lol
@@nicholasingenthron7104 Amen
interesting
Looks like a great investment for winter treks :) Lightwieght and it maintains some warmth. If you check out the gear they use for the base camps on Everest - the construction is similar.
one if not the best presenter on the internet. I don't live in the States, but if I did I would buy one of these tents. Keep up the great reviews :)
I really like the ics tent which is very similar, you could even stake out an extra tarp over the top and bring it down to cover the front door for more protection and a second vestibule.
Just picked up a light fight 1 from a surplus store for 150 new. Now I need to pick this up! Living in Nebraska this is a must for winter camping.
You said the tent can be “picked up for around $100”. Where? Lite fighter wants around $350!
eBay starts around $180 for used. Other than the weight this is a awesome tent. Thanks for the review!
It was probably $100 a year ago when he first got it, but the secret is out it seems, and prices are going up
Before I posted the video you could easily get them on eBay for $100; once demand goes up, so does the price. - Luke
Not worth it now, too expensive.
@@TheOutdoorGearReview That and the Covid and current administration inflation happened.
So went to the website and the tent is $345. The cold weather kit (by itself) is $130.
I’ve been running litefighter tents for a couple years. Great tent!
I ordered mine after the last video. Got it delivered last week lol. Going to Colorado soon. Thanks
Thanks Luke 👍
I'll keep my fingers crossed and get one as soon as I can. Thanks Luke. 👍🏕
Oh man! Love it I want one! Wish there were more products of this same cost and caliber.
Dang, I've never heard of a product like this. Nice, I want to see more!
This is my next tent now ty Bro that tent looks awesome !!
Based on your videos I bought the LF1 from Germany had it shipped to Cyprus as we have great winter camping here , I ordered the cold weather kit direct from the states (not available in eu at all) paid allot for post and duty on arrival but don’t care , my mate saw it and immediately ordered one for himself … will try the cold weather kit this weekend .. I already have the usmc combat 2 that alone is a great piece of kit but this is perfect for backpacking.. thanks Luke ..
Necroposting. Just got the Lightfighter 2, love it. A note on the "gear loops" inside the tent. I think they are also set up for use as an internal guy system. The loops are sewn to the nylon straps that the clips attach to, which attach to the poles. By tying some paracord on the loops inside the tent across the interior, you are securing the poles to one another, just like in a 4 season mountaineering tent. That should really make this tent perform well in high winds.
Watching now!!!!!
Great review of a quality product. Thanks Luke!
You've peaked my interest for sure. I had thought about making me a system to convert my 1 and 2 person tents into.4 season tents.
The outside facing velcro is made to attach a name tape so you know whose set up it is in case you need to find someone or someone’s gear.
And thats why it matches with the cover -.-
Excellent breakdown
It's a bandaid ,but if you use, rare earth magnets with fabric adhesive you can create a better door seal. In and out side of t h e original tent, place the magnets on both sides by the zipper... on the outside of the 4 season cover place a 3rd magnetic. After you have everything in place you can use fabric adhesive. You may want to do two sets, one on each side of t h e zipper. I'd space them, 2 to 3 inches away from the zipper. Nice video.
That’s amazing
I’m getting one
Fits my budget
Thank you 🙏
Thanks for the review
Thank you for the information.
I've made do without these by just tucking the vestibules into the sides. Condensation is a problem doing that, of course, but in the high deserts up in the West it can be a godsend. Definitely going to pick one of these up before my next AT.
Thanks Luke 👊great review, stay safe, be well my friend 👍Strength and Honor 🇺🇲
Love the review! Great job. I'm sold.
Great video Luke. Thanks
Looks pretty darn cool 🤠
You would think that someone would have thought of this a long time ago. It's so simple.
Obviously someone did think about this. Here we are.
For the price ya can't go wrong ! Ive seen ur vids using this tent and im impressed as well it dont get better than this and like you i would love to see a 2 man version if nothing else just for some extra space for gear
I agree a 2 person or a 1.5 person would be nice since in the 4th season you have more gear with you.
Yes, I confirm that. Its good. I bought one because of you and I am happy. Its solid and some of my friends got one too (mono-place and bi-place). But in my country, no commerce have it, and buying from out side Europe is expensive. You say 100 bucks, I say 250 here...(just the tent).
What a great concept
LiteFighter 1 seems to pair well with an Army-issue cot. With the winter package, a fella can be off the ground, have a dry place to sit, have space underneath the cot to protect gear. Only an active soldier can carry it in...but, once squared away and free from interference, this makes a powerful package.
for the wind issue I feel like a simple diy solution will be one of two things.
1 get some of those tape magnet strips that you can cut. Just get four 1 inch long sections, two each side of tge zipper door, and just glue it on. Simple will keep it "close" while making it easy for you to open it.
2. Basically the above but with velco strips and a sewing kit. Likely more effective but is more work.
I just use an old Lightwave Crux X2 Storm tent for Winter. It is quite heavy by modern standards at 2.9 Kg but is a full 4 pole Scandium alloy Geodesic 4 season design. Purchased the tent for around £175 about 10 years ago.
Looks pretty cool
Where are you seeing this tent for $100? I can't find it anywhere, even used, for under $250. You have convinced me to just buy it, but if I can save money compared to $350 on their website I'd love to!
I'd like to find that price, too😅
I've seen a couple on eBay for 175-200 but they were used. I'd love to find his secret shopping spot as well
@@MrRedKing I'm calling shenanigans on that $100 price as well.
Awesome video! That's a tent I have been wondering about getting myself.
Awesome!
Best issued jack shack ever. Never leave home without mine.
That liner would be next level it if was insulated like a woobie. Great review Luke!
Would be heavy and not breathable if it was insulated.
Thanks.
Luke should try using it attached to a military cot. I’m in the National Guard and we use it on cots all the time. Its like a private bunk in the field.
Where do you get the cot to go with the tent ???
@@brandismith9513 any military surplus cot will work. There are small straps and buckles at each corner to attach to the cot
Thank you😺
Gday from Australia. Great review mate. Looks a great tent without much weight
I totally got this tent based on your review. It's great. Sewed in some guy line points at the head and foot per your suggestion as well and ventilation is almost too good 🤣
I love being camo sometimes even if the tent is heavy as f*ck. You get a lot of durability and functionality with that weight
The 3f ul-gear Lanshan 2 (non-pro version) comes as a 3 season tent...but has a 4 season insert add-on option. Should be around that $200.00 total.
Where are people seeing this Litefighter tent for S100? A quick google and I was seeing $375 give or take.
@@DL-ij7tf Same. great product but its not 100 bucks
Looks like awesome value for money. Great review bro.
Thanks!
It really is a genius conversion kit. Nice. 💯❤👍
I like it, awesome tent, awesome review, Thanks.
I've really appreciated the Gosemer2 review. Closeness of the family you have inside while camping would be nice.
Great review. Hope you both are having fun on the roadtrip, let's see the new van! A solution for the cold weather kit? Magnets.
So good Review Luke 👍👍
Dang! I’m buying this kit ASAP!
I’ve been a happy camper for almost a full year with this tent. Now with winter coming I am definitely buying one of the conversion kits in November for some cold weather camping.🤙
Received a litefighter 1 tent today will set it up tommarrow and check it out..then most likely get the 4 season cover.
Love it!
Now that is a tent worth buying.
Just bought a Litefighter 1 and I'm getting my money right for the cold weather kit. Can't wait to get this out! After watching your videos on it I was sold and now my hunt for one of these is over.
Yeah well, too late...they don't sell them anymore
@@kurtrussell5228 I just bought the cold weather kit like 3 days ago. Arrives tomorrow. What do you mean they don’t sell them anymore?
@@GryphonIndustrial go check their website
@@kurtrussell5228 Coming up fine for me. Shows the litefighter 1 X, the lite fighter 1, and the cold weather kit for sale.
I’m taking this to the field for 3 weeks. I purchased the cold weather kit, I’ll be sure to comment how well it works out.
Strength and honor, brother. Would love to see you perform temperature testing on the inside and outside for comparison to these products. I think it would be a better review.
Nice design! One of my personal favourite tent also has similar design, they have a winter lining sold seperately. Star 2 designed by The Free Spirits, it's a Chinese brand not well known aboard. Maybe you can test some of their products.
I have a Black Diamond tent that is nearly identical, as are several other tents on the market. I toyed with the idea of sewing up similar panels to toss over the mesh for winter. I almost never use a tent so I haven't done it yet.
You've sold me on this tent.