Will It Leak? - Test Night - Alps Mountaineering Lynx 1
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This is Test Night and for this episode Luke is putting the Alps Mountaineering Lynx 1 tent to the test;
Night time setup.
Lots of Rain.
Strong Winds.
Bugs.
Will there be problems?
Find out now!
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Hey Luke, thanks for doing a review on this tent!! I actually purchased this model 2 years ago, and I've found much of the same issues you pointed out. The air flow is atrocious. I do find it a little small to be honest, but I'm a bigger guy--couple extra pounds, but in general, broad shouldered and bulky bastard. Regardless, for the price, the weight, and easy of set-up, it's a great deal. It's a bit warm in the summer but completely manageable. It excels in the spring and fall. I took it camping (I live in Central Ontario, Canada) mid December and fully survived the night. While it was ok for that one night, it did accumulate a LOT of moisture during the night. The air flow was not adequate enough to draw the warm away from the inside and let my sleeping bag battle the chill. My bag was wet, my face was wet, and the interior of the tent was wet. Also, my -9C bag did not fair well in -12C (it's actually only supposed be comfortable in around -2C). All in all, a great tent if you use it appropriately. Do not test it out on a multi-day winter trip. One night is fine as you'll be hiking out in the morning. Anything longer and you should upgrade to a 4-season, or just tarp it if you have the bag for it.
I've had on of these tents for several years and, for the money, it's probably one of the best one-person tents I've ever had. It's my go-to backpacking tent. And as to it being wether proof...I spent a night in this tent in the Uwharrie National Forest as the leading edge of hurricane Matthew was passing into North Carolina. Two other guys with me got soaked, but I was high and dry. We ended up bugging out around 4 p.m. just for safety, but the only time I got wet was when we broke camp. LOVE this tent and would recommend it highly!
Any more testing with this tent?
I've owned the Lynx 1 a couple of years now and have spent many nights in it. I would doubt that you would find a better tent for the money. It comes seam sealed, is very well made and the tent poles are extremely sturdy. The zippers are high quality. It sets up so easy to. The weight is not bad for the price. If it weighed a pound less, it would be the perfect tent. It's also made in America.
Is it waterproof?
@@senyum0 seam sealed means that it is probably waterproof and you have this video that says it is
@@tinal.8914 i see. Tq
Would you consider this to be a good colder weather tent?
@@streeterboyzoutdoorsaccording to him, 3 season tent but cold weather is fine since he mentioned that the tent is too hot coz of the lack of netted material.
I have this tent. Purchased the optional floor saver as well. Used in all 4 seasons without a hitch. Even got one for each of my kids. A pound less would be nice but we backpack these in with no issue whatsoever. HIGHLY recommend. Had for 3 years now, countless sessions and still going strong. :)
I've had have the 2 person version for almost 2 years. For the price, performance and features it was an easy choice. Taken it out for a few nights fall-early spring, I have issues with heat so I tend to do summer trips with environmental controls, and have noted similar issue with air flow. I do bring extra lines, and replaced the "stock" stakes immediately, don't remember where I got the other stakes, or why I didn't like the ones that came with the tent.
Oh ... forgot to mention, for those that live in California this tent carries a prop 65 warning so don't eat or try to smoke it.
Damn, I really wanted to grill and eat this tent. Why does California always ruin things?
I have this and it works great in all seasons.
Nothing more comforting than sleeping while it's raining and staying dry and warm
Wrong. WET AND COLD JUST THE WAY I LIKE MY CHICKEN TENDDIES
i don't think being too hot in my tent has ever been a concern of mine, so frankly that sounds great!
I have been using this tent for several years and have found it to be excellent in hot weather and down pours. The venting seemed good and with the top nets opened it vented even better. Thanks for the review!!!
One of my favorite tents. For these reasons: 1. Very light weight even with ground sheet. 2. SUPER easy setup. Just 2 poles crossed and boom done (basically) 3. Dimensions are great. I'm 5'10 and have enough space at my feet to put some gear down there and it's tall enough to sit up and still have space above my head. 4. Fly is great and makes a decent vestibule space for your bag. 5. High walls are a plus imo. No worrying about getting wet and drafting isn't bad at all. 6. Bag is oversized. I fit my ground sheet and a LED light as well and don't have to roll it up very tight for everything to fit. Plus it has cinch straps to snug it up and make it smaller. 7. The price is excellent. Around $70 on Amazon (when I bought it). Can't really beat the value.
I had a Lynx 4 and ventilation was superb due to the 2 doors and enormous amount of mesh. The ventilation problems you have are just what happens when a tent is downsized too much. If you’d had the Lynx 2 you would have had the cross ventilation from 2 doors, and could have left the bottom foot of each vestibule unzipped.
ALPS really makes great gear at a great price, it’s heavier than the much more expensive stuff but for shorter hikes it’s fine. I still have a Jagged Peak 2 tent that’s a real tank. It’s a 3+ season tent like you mention, all the mesh has zip-up solid panels so you can almost completely close the tent up. The only places that don’t seal up are the tops of the head & foot end windows. I wouldn’t hesitate to use this tent below the treeline in northwest Maine mountain winters, if I was carrying it in my Jeep or in a sled. It’s heavier than I want to carry on my back, especially since I have a Marmot Hammer 2P that weighs half as much.
It's always windy in mountains, and quite cold. I use this tent for camping from 1500 to 3000. no better single person tent, ever, esp for a price.
I have this tent, and I've put easily 50 nights of use in it. The rain fly did rip on me in a very harsh wind, but that was after 30+ uses. I've used it in the New Mexico summer, and the heat issue was pretty easily resolved by rolling back the rain fly and letting it vent out of the top. In rain, it's been water proof, it's held up under snow, and the tent body itself has taken a massive beating from the wind without bending or breaking. I just use a tarp as a rain fly now since I take one with me every time I go camping, and it's brilliant.
What size tarp do you use?
Thanks.
I bought for the $ when I was 1st getting into solo adventures. Learned since but got it out recently to loan out & sparked an interest again. Love this budget GEM.
I had to wait out a rain storm for 3 days (on a 4 week hike, not for miles but pleasure) in my Alps tent and never a leak.
I only camp in the colder months, so the heat is actually a good thing. Haha
I bought this tent becuase of the good reviews and I wanted something small I could take on my bicycle tours. This tent is very easy to setup and packs down well to fit in my pannier. I like a lot but like you mention it is a little warm. However, there are two vents on top that can be opned to help with airlow..
I think it's the price, weight and size ratio. For someone just getting into 4 season camping and wants a budget friendly 1 person tent for backpacking it could be a decent option.
. . . and ease of setup and take down. No fancy gizmos to break or lose. It's pretty much idiot proof.
This NOT a 4 season tent
@@swashbucklingadventures9929
I want to do some colder weather camping do you have some recommendations on a good cold weather one person tent?
Thanks.
I like how the side door rain fly can zip up and down and you can customize the door entrance for cooking or whatever, it's nice!
Hi Luke,
I have/had over 30 tents in every shape, size, quality. From NF, Marmot, Moss, Eureka, ETC. to a Slumberjack bivy which I used on a rewalk of Colin Fletcher's 1000 mile summer. That was a 6 month lolligag from Mexico to Oregon through the east side of California and right through Death Valley so I do have a little experience when it comes to gear.
I say all of that to say this.... I have always had very good CS with Alps. The only problem I did have that didn't work out the 1st time was with some poles I broke and went to replace. Some how we, Alps CS and I, got mixed up as to which one I needed, but after I contacted them to let them know they immediately sent out the correct one!!!
I have not needed them or spoken with them since 2015 so hopefully they are still doing things well. They seem to ALWAYS do a darn good job... I have 3 different models from them and each one I like, though the Lynx is not one of them.
I have also had great CS with the OLD Thermarest/Cascade Design gear and PUR filters, but again, haven't needed them either. (I guess I not buying any new gear lately, nor have I fully switched over to UL stuff.)
As always... thank you for the honest reviews!!!
I have the 2 person version and have to agree it can get warm. During warm weather I take off the fly completely and sometimes I use a small battery powered tent fan. I have used mine in winter camp outs with good results. The tent has held up well and it is very good quality for the money. Great for solo outings. That's the summary of my experience with this ALPS tent series.
All my scouts love this tent for backpacking. Easy set up night and day and rain.
it'll be because the product in a major featured on amazon.. has a ton of reviews as well.. and as you say, its affordable and has a good rating... but people know you'll put it through its paces.
Looks great and im considering to get one for my kayak camping trip
Color, style, build quality, weight, price ($85 Amazon) & Amazon reviews is what made me buy this tent. I also paid $25 for the Lynx 1 Floor saver that goes under it.
I have the 2 man version. Looking forward to using it, glad the review was good. Thanks..
Hello. I've just purchased one of these tents from Amazon Australia. I also purchased the footprint which is very important to me as I will be using it and the fly part most of the time. Very easy to erect in a hurry and gives you plenty of room. When it finally arrives in a week or 2, I will be cycling the Munda Biddi track here. I'll let you know how it all goes. : )
My daughter and son are both in scouts, this spring I bought them new packs, tents, bags, and pads to get them squared away. I bought them both these tents because they are fairly lightweight and sturdy, while being extremely easy to setup. Scout families get a discount through HikerDirect(alps gear) so I was able to pick them up for 65$ each. Its really hard to ignore the low price point when you need to gear up a whole family. My son and I spent the night in 25mph sustained with 40mph gusts and his tent handled it just fine. He is 9 and was able to set it up on his own, guy it out, and not rely on me, something that is huge at that age to build confidence.
Thanks luke!! You’re the reason I got into camping and my new found addiction to camping gear. Love your videos brother!!
Me and my wife. We bought the 3 person tent in this series. I'm sure of the set up is pretty much the same or similar. Thank you for all your information.
It's my go-to tent.
Not too heavy.
I can sit up in it.
Well made & designed.
A known brand.
And what a bargain !
I came very close to buying this tent a year ago but didn't because it didn't look like it had ventilation down low. Thanks for the review!!
It sure won't. This is my backpacking tent. Great piece of equipment. Thanks for the review!
Hell no brother, Alps mountaineering tents are great!! I have five of their tents, I've used them in every season and I think my favorite one is the Taurus 2 for winter and the fahrenheit 2 for summer. I have pictures of about a half an inch of ice on the Taurus 2. The main reason why I purchase them is because they have a great warranty, they're fairly rugged, not that heavy and you really get the bang for your buck. If you ever have an issue they really do fix it quick. Thanks for all you do brother.
ticks, yuk........you do a great job on your videos, keep it up!
I have an Alps Mountaineering Tasmanian 3 which I bought about 5 years ago and love it every single time we use it. Just perfect for 2 people. That's why I was curious about this one and just bought it recently. I get to try it this weekend and it'll be raining. Excited already.
hey Luke, question mate...when are you going back to your shed...have you done any more to it since that 3 dayer you did in the ice and snow
Luke, I believe it was something other than a turkey. They go to roost around dusk and don't like to come down till they see good. I like to turkey hunt and know their pattern pretty well.
I've own this one and the two person tent. I been using them both love them. I do prefer the two person more if it's not a long hike. But for longer hike and backpacking deep wood the 1 person will do just fine.
i dont have one but id say.. the name "Alps mountaineering" is cool and catchy and the color schemes they use are cool so they look cool! and the price!
Haven’t used this tent yet, but will be for late fall deer hunting. Looks like it will keep you warm overnight. Can’t wait to see more and possibly a late fall video for this tent in the future 😊👌
Thank you sharing this video about Alps Lynx 1 Tent!
it is a three season tent... perfect for spring and well into fall... Also in the mountains by us, would work well summer as well... because of overall over night lows plenty cool enough... quality rates as high for tents double the price.....features are great too, having a vestibule at this price point for a 3 season tent... that is why folks love this tent.. and I dont blame them... +1 for made in USA
I've had the Zephyr 2 for a few years, and I love it.
Great video. I just picked one up and will be spending a week in the desert with it in two weeks. Again great video. Thanks for what you do.
There's something about the "looks" of this tent that attracted me to it. I own a Chinese knockoff called the Hewolf and I use it only if I go to an area where trees are scarce. I prefer hammock camping. The Hewolf has doors on both sides which is great for ventilation. For a Chinese knockoff it is a superb tent for the price point of about $90 or so a year ago on Amazon. Like you I have a high setting on my body furnace. You appeared to be over heating in the video so that alone may rule out my buying this tent. With so little ventilation my claustrophobia would rise to higher levels.
Alps mountaineering is a great brand! I backpack with a few of their products and they really have good stuff that doesn’t break the bank!
Bro the turkey scene was sooo funny. I've gotten used to all of the crazy sounds that you'll hear at night while solo camping. I've heard everything from wild burros fighting packs of coyotes to mountain lions walking next to my tent(and buddy open air camping). When it's quiet, birds hopping around in leaves can sound like a bear stomping around haha!
I think it would be the best for over here in 🇬🇧 in the cooler months on my own.
Great review..cheers😊
I have an Alps Mountaineering Highlands 2 winter tent which is great in my opinion for the cash. I have slept in it while it snowed and was very impressed by its design, and warmth.
Ha ha, the realities of camping! Thks for honesty. Yes, this tent will be hot in warmer weather! It’s all these people that say it’s great and have camped in it for years that are dreaming it’s comfortable, maybe they camp when it’s no higher than 50 deg F.
This was exceptionally thorough. Thanks!!
I have a Zephyr 1 and this tent. One for backpacking, one for bike packing. Love both. It IS hot though.
Which do you suggest for backpacking?
HI LUKE GOOD TO SEE YOU TO BE HERE WITH YOU OUT CAMPING IN CRAZY WEATHER
Weight and ease of setup make it perfect for a starter backpacking tent
I don’t camp in the summer so I love the fact that it doesn’t have much mesh
I went on a camping trip in this tent in the rain with 60 mph gusts of wind and and a average windspeed of 40 mph with no issues other than water splashing in becouse I was just useing the floor saver and rainfly you most likely would not have that problem if you youse the inner tent and I would recommend replacing the guy lines with some stronger cord like #36 bank line and geting some msr groundhog tent stakes.
Try camping with a few army dudes; the acceptable response to noises in the woods is usually "fuck off," which is then also echoed by others that hear it.
I have the Alps Mystique 1.0, and have camped in at least 8 hardcore storms with it. It's always kept me dry, never gives in to wind, and weighs less than 3 lbs. I've had it for about 7 years, and paid $60 for it. Best piece of gear I own.
That is the first time I have heard of a Turkey flying at night. I always thought the went to roost at dusk for safety because they can't see well at night.
I love testing tents in the rain.
This is my winter tent. Have had it for 5+ years and I absolutely love it
Out west I never had a problem with nighttime heat and it hardly ever rained so this tent at 3 pounds 8 ounces would be great. And a tremendous savings over popular light weight tents.
Bobby Harper, bingo! My trips to Idaho and Wyoming require a different tent than my Kentucky trips. That humidity is a killer.
@@lauraweiss7875Yep and in Louisiana it's best to put a plastic tarp over any tent when it rains.
Easy to set up, proven weather proof. It's solid
I've had this tent for a couple years now and I like it a lot. What drew me to it was the price, the ability to sit up in it, the side entry and the vestibule. I agree that it isn't super breathable and it's not "ultralight " by any means, but it seems you have to spend 2x-3x the $$ to get that. I really feel that this was the best option for me for a budget solo tent. I would recommend it.
I have the ALPS Mountaineering Extreme 3 Outfitter, and I can safely say that while being made with a heavier material it isnt a hot house as the fly offers more ventilation opening should you choose to use them. I took it on a two month camping trip last year (July and August) from my home in PA to Mt Hood, Glacier NP, Teton NP, Yellowstone NP, Salt Lake region, Black Hills of Sd, and the Plains of SD. On the plains I ended up bunkering in the tent for two days due to a massive storm that just would not stop. It was a rock solid and dry tent. I'm looking forward to other adventures that I will have with it in the coming future.
My favorite "affordable and easy to set up" 1-person tents. I use it for motorcycle camping (and hiking) where quick setup/breakdown is essential and you never know what the weather will be. I've used mine regularly since 2016 without issue in storms, rains, cold, hot, winds, etc. I did buy the tent-specific ground tarp to make last and stay cleaner. Are there better 1-person tents... I'm sure, but for the $ and for the easy of setup of this freestanding tent (that you can easily pick up and move after setup with sleeping pad and bag inside) is great. I've used an Alps 2-person tent and it isn't nearly as good (wearing out quickly) as my 1-person Lynx.
THATS A REALY NICE TENT HOPE KEEPS YOU SHELTERED FROM STORM SAFE WARM COMFORTABLE
search 1 person tent on amazon and you'll see the reason its most requested
Along with a Good sleeping bag…..that would be an excellent cold weather system.
so will be good for cold weather, keep the warmth in
Made in USA, affordable, and good quality seem to appeal to people... I bought one to use in the winter further down south (still gets into 30s and even 20s, just never see snow)
that lynx is the real deal. it's a little heavy and hot but it will not leak. i mostly camp in cool weather so i haven't had to deal with summer temps. i've had it in snow storms, rain storms and no issues whatsoever
I have the alps extreme 3 so far love it.
STORM MODE ENGAGED ! When heard you say that , and I don't know why but it made me laugh, and I haven't laughed that hard in a long time !!!Great times out in the storms of winter - that was too funny !!I great 👍 video Luke , keep those reviews rolling , please ! 👍👍👍 many thanks !!!
One of those tent fan lights might be the way to go with that tent. Sounds like you would really want to avoid 80 degree plus weather with it. Good that it holds up to storms though.
Alps has some great products and they dont break the bank! Have this tent but it's a little to small to sleep in for me ( im 6'1" ) so I use it to keep my gear in. Have another 3 man Alps tent that has kept me dry in heavy down pours!
I can't wait for the next one. We just randomly got this tent.
The tent is a tank!! It's indestructible!! For improved air, it would help if the tent were pitched sidelong to the wind and the far vestibule door guyed out so it traps the wind into the tent. Could also open the door if bugs are out of season.
Awesome job as always my friend . I’m never disappointed when watching your videos 😎👊🏻
ATB Joe
I’ve read just about every revue on this brand and the Alps tent. Many positive. For price. I’m looking at the two man version so my son and I can go backpacking with this tent.
The pictures I find in the two tents display are identical. Exact same pictures on the Kelty website. Zoomed in on the $600 tent. The $200 tent comes with groundsheet.
I always look for value above all else when making my hobby purchases. I don't immediately gravitate towards the cheapest products, nor am I a "money is no object" kind of guy. I look for products that balance price and performance. My lynx works extremely well in the environments that I would use it in, and at under $100 after I used some Amazon credit I don't feel like I'm letting my investment go to waste if I don't use it regularly.
Would be interesting to see how this tent would perform in winter time.
I've used mine in Florida winter if that means anything. Slept in my undies in a 40+ degree sleeping bag and was comfy all night.
Me to .
i also own this tent. only use it in cooler months for sure...
I’d be killing that tick!
GOOD MORNING YOU MADE IT THROUGH THE NIGHT NO REAL BAD PROBLEMS GREAT
Love the stormy camping trips.
Got mine on your recommendation.
Mine leaked in my first outing in it. Not a ton, but it definitely leaked. My stakes also came up on the entrance and the rear. So I'm going to chalk that up to user error (I also didn't guy it down because I didn't expect strong winds) and will try again with it soon.
I think for the Money it's a decent tent ...I have tested this tent out it held up In 35 mph winds n Heavy rain for two days ..It's pretty good in the Fall time but not a Winter tent .. Definitely no air in this tent U need a Fan..Or maybe Some decent winds helps ..I'm 6'3 260 pounds Not a Tent for someone that is my size Lol 😂 😂 Thanks Luke for your Video...Keep em coming Brother Semper Fi
I have this exact same tent there are vents on the top of the tent for breeze as well and mine has windows in the side aswell and mine has mesh everywhere our must be a bit different. But otherwise I love it so much it’s a great tent and it’s really good in the rain.
I like that it packs down small. And the price of course.
For me, my interest in Apls Mountaineering tents comes down to a combination of everything for a good price. Particularly that they have tents long enough for someone over 6' tall and still at a good price. They ARE super hot though which is why I picked up a lighter, smaller summer tent, but for fall and spring camping I simply don't have to worry about them.
Couldn't you wrap the Velcro straps around .multiple times and take up the slack?
Yep, another great test night. Keep them up.
Alps Mountaineering is popular because it is good quality stuff for a reasonable price. Sure, you can buy a lot of stuff that cheap, but most of it is just complete crap. Alps stuff is relatively heavy, no doubt. But if you are willing to hump a little more weight, it is a great option for somebody on a tight budget.
I have a Koda and they look pretty much the same.
your questions are probably from scouts and their parents...lightweight durable tent for backpacking outings, philmont, etc. that's my guess for ya.
My Dad has a Eureka TCOP (one man combat tent) and I have the older ICS2000 (one man improved combat shelter) and they all seem to have a similar tent body size. The TCOP rain fly and body seem to have the air flow issue figured out with the large mesh doors and fly that does not touch the ground. Those tents are not ultralight where I think yours may be. Thanks for the demonstration!
I've camped most of my life and i can say over a thousand times.
Funny part is maybe 10% or less of the time i may have been in a rain condition.
4% of that was hard rain and maybe 2% was three days or more.
Now if you don't bring the fly it will surely rain.I own a Eureka! Zephyr XT one person tent that simply rocks with the high low vent and dual fly vent.
They are like Hens Teeth to find these days.
I think this tent hits a sweet spot of cost/weight/quality. It’s not too expensive (or cheap!). It is not overly heavy- and compacts well. The build quality feature set is pretty good. Setup is easy. It isn’t too big or too small.
I’ve owned this tent for a few years. I have about 5 nights of use with it. Last summer had it out on a trip where it absolutely poured all night, and it held up great!
I have to agree it can be warm. For me i was able to cool off as the night went on.