Go Back   Horizons Unlimited - The HUBB > Equipment, Travel > Camping Equipment and all Clothing
New tent 3 seasons New tent 3 seasons
Register FAQ Calendar Today's Posts
Camping Equipment and all Clothing Tents, sleeping bags, stoves etc. Riding clothing, boots, helmets, what to wear when not riding, etc.
Photo by Alessio Corradini, on the Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia, of two locals

I haven't been everywhere...
but it's on my list!


Photo by Alessio Corradini,
on the Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia,
of two locals




Like Tree1Likes

Reply
Page 1 of 2 1 2
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
  #1  
Old 17 Jun 2016
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Aug 2005
Posts: 839
New tent 3 seasons
I used my big agnes 3 p 3 seasons for years but now its time for a new light 3 p tent.self standing 2 doors 2 vestibules
Any recommendations , trying to stay light and under $600 Does anyone use the glo system..
Reply With Quote
  #2  
Old 18 Jun 2016
Gipper's Avatar
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Mar 2004
Location: Saltspring Island,Canada/Poole,UK
Posts: 1,081
Hi Hendi,

My wife bought a Big Agnes Copper Spur 3 for backcountry hiking she does with her friends, I have checked it out, its a nice tent with good features and design. As good as it looks the materials are just too thin and delicate for extended motorcycle travel IMHO. If you want to stick with Big Agnes then I would look at something a little heaver, 2kg + with a thicker floor - maybe the Tumble 3 if you want a mtnGlo tent.

I see that MSR have redesigned the Mutha Hubba NX for 2016, I have the original (orange) Mutha Hubba which is an excellent but heavier tent, they made the next version (green) lighter and even better, then they ruined it with a poor pole design for the first (white) NX version. The new 2016 model has a pole setup similar to the Hubba Hubba and seems to be a big improvement, so I would definitely take a look at this years model.

I know this is over your budget but take a look at the Hilleberg Anjan 3 GT, it has one large vestibule, but is a good tent.

Good Luck!
__________________
Cheers
Grif

'11 KTM 450 EXC
'09 Suzuki DR650
'00 Discovery Series 2 V8
'95 Defender 90 300 Tdi Overlander
http://gipperstravels.blogspot.ca
Reply With Quote
  #3  
Old 19 Jun 2016
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Aug 2005
Posts: 839
Tent
thanks I will look at the Hubba as I one long time ago and was happy with it too, I agree that the Big agnes are a bit fragile for long terms use and one is 1 KG more or less on the bike ...as far as pricing the Hilleberg Anjan 3 GT is still OK but I like the free standing tent and they look a bit longer to set up ,I will check the review online . Difficult to get a strong resistant tent and still light enough.
Reply With Quote
  #4  
Old 19 Jun 2016
Super Moderator
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Bellingham, WA, USA
Posts: 3,959
Strong, durable, lightweight, and weatherproof tents are often not freestanding. There's a reason for that. I've made my peace with the added effort involved in setting up my Hillebergs--it helps that I've several times seen people chasing their freestanding tents down mountainsides when they've failed to anchor them adequately (because "freestanding," you know).

It also helps that I've had the Hillebergs for over a decade now, with no leaks, no worn spots, no broken poles. Lots of imitations these days, but I keep hearing these stories about people replacing their Big Agnes, MSR and North Face tents when they wear out....

Hope that's helpful.

Mark
Reply With Quote
  #5  
Old 20 Jun 2016
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Aug 2005
Posts: 839
Tent
Hi Mark
Since you have good experience with them . How are they in hot weather , what good ventilation do they offer. I mostly travel in warm weather that why i like free standing 2 doors tent .
Reply With Quote
  #6  
Old 20 Jun 2016
Super Moderator
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Bellingham, WA, USA
Posts: 3,959
Both of the ones I've got are true 4-season tents. That means they stand up to snow loading and high winds. It also means ventilation is less than you'd really like if your main interest is in hot-weather comfort. Ventilation in a winter scenario translates to lots of places for spindrift, water and wind to gain entry.

You can't have everything. One day I toured a campground on the edge of Torres del Paine after a night of high winds. A wide variety of other brands were collapsed--torn fabrics, bent or broken poles--but my little Hilleberg was unscathed.
Reply With Quote
  #7  
Old 20 Jun 2016
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Aug 2005
Posts: 839
tent
I understand that you cannot have everything but this tent will be mainly use for Africa and Asia so snow will not be in the horizon (if I can avoid it) but a warm tent in hot/ humid weather is not a good match for my use. Thanks
Reply With Quote
  #8  
Old 21 Jun 2016
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: Durham, UK
Posts: 52
We've been Using the Vaude Terraquattro 3P for the last 11 months:
- 2 entrances
- Exoskeleton design
- All poles are connected
- Good ventilation
- Never let a drop of rain in

We have used in in temperatures from 0 to 40oC and its has been great - would defiantly recommend.

__________________
Life's a Journey, Not a Destination http://www.notadestination.co.uk
http://www.facebook.com/notadestination
Reply With Quote
  #9  
Old 21 Jun 2016
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Aug 2005
Posts: 839
Tent
The review and design looks great but i don t think they are selling them in the US . I am going to Paris soon I will check the Vieux Campeur to see if I can see one up and close. Thanks for the info.
Reply With Quote
  #10  
Old 22 Jun 2016
Pongo's Avatar
R.I.P. - 2020
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: Cotes d'Armor, France.
Posts: 377
Wild Country Zephyros 3 living tent by Terra Nova. Very light, single pole ( clever design) can stand up in it ( i'm 174cms) and very well made. Not cheap , but excellent. ( Not sure if sold in US).

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r3pxwDDyLRU
__________________
-''It is better to walk alone than with a crowd going in the wrong direction''. ( Herman Siu)
-'' Live life then give life '' (www.lltgl.org.uk)
Reply With Quote
  #11  
Old 22 Jun 2016
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Aug 2005
Posts: 839
tent
very interesting design , they are selling them in the US.the only problem is its not free standing .
Thanks
Reply With Quote
  #12  
Old 22 Jun 2016
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: Calgary AB
Posts: 1,028
What's the importance of free standing?
__________________
Tacos Tyring Travels.com
Reply With Quote
  #13  
Old 22 Jun 2016
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Oct 2008
Posts: 134
Quote:
Originally Posted by tmotten View Post
What's the importance of free standing?
You can set it up anywhere without tent poles ie. a large rock, terrace, etc. If it needs moving, you just grab it and place it elsewhere.

You can also grab it upside down and shake all the dirt/dew off it

(not my pic)
Reply With Quote
  #14  
Old 22 Jun 2016
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: Calgary AB
Posts: 1,028
I used to be very pro free standing but I'm finding the limitations and weight not practical anymore. There are very few cases where you can't put pegs in the ground, and if you can't often you can tie 2 ropes in a cross with a couple of butterfly knots at the right place along the rope to tie the tent to.
__________________
Tacos Tyring Travels.com
Reply With Quote
  #15  
Old 22 Jun 2016
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Oct 2008
Posts: 134
My solo MSR Hubba HP weighs 1.3 kg. A 2-person Hubba NX weighs 1.6 kg. They're both freestanding but can be tied down with guylines and pegs like a traditional tent, so im not following you when you say, you're "limited", among other things by weight.

But to each his own. It doesn't really matter much when packed on a bike.
Reply With Quote
Reply
Page 1 of 2 1 2

« Previous Thread | Next Thread »

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 Registered Users and/or Members and 1 guests)
 

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On

Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
Roof tent for sale - Autohome Columbus Variant XL Buzz Overland Vehicles and Equipment for Sale / Wanted 1 10 Aug 2015 22:54
For Sale: Rooftop tent with annexe (Australia) Cuppa500 Overland Vehicles and Equipment for Sale / Wanted 0 10 Mar 2015 08:14
Tent waterproofing doesn't last? furious Camping Equipment and all Clothing 19 10 Mar 2014 23:55
For sale - roof tent - as new - u.k. Cheshire uk_vette TRAVEL Equipment for Sale / Wanted 0 12 Nov 2013 11:28
Gellert Rocky 2 Tent - Tent for trash inaa Equipment Reviews 3 23 Jul 2013 16:53

 
 

Announcements

Thinking about traveling? Not sure about the whole thing? Watch the HU Achievable Dream Video Trailers and then get ALL the information you need to get inspired and learn how to travel anywhere in the world!

Have YOU ever wondered who has ridden around the world? We did too - and now here's the list of Circumnavigators!
Check it out now, and add your information if we didn't find you.

Next HU Eventscalendar

ALL Dates subject to change.

2025 Confirmed Events:

  • Virginia: April 24-27 2025
  • Queensland is back! May 2-4 2025
  • Germany Summer: May 29-June 1 2025
  • CanWest: July 10-13 2025
  • Switzerland: Date TBC
  • Ecuador: Date TBC
  • Romania: Date TBC
  • Austria: Sept. 11-15
  • California: September 18-21
  • France: September 19-21 2025
  • Germany Autumn: Oct 30-Nov 2 2025

Add yourself to the Updates List for each event!

Questions about an event? Ask here

See all event details

 
World's most listened to Adventure Motorbike Show!
Check the RAW segments; Grant, your HU host is on every month!
Episodes below to listen to while you, err, pretend to do something or other...

Adventurous Bikers – We've got all your Hygiene & Protection needs SORTED! Powdered Hair & Body Wash, Moisturising Cream Insect Repellent, and Moisturising Cream Sunscreen SPF50. ESSENTIAL | CONVENIENT | FUNCTIONAL.

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

"Ultimate global guide for red-blooded bikers planning overseas exploration. Covers choice & preparation of best bike, shipping overseas, baggage design, riding techniques, travel health, visas, documentation, safety and useful addresses." Recommended. (Grant)



Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance.

Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance™ combines into a single integrated program the best evacuation and rescue with the premier travel insurance coverages designed for adventurers.

Led by special operations veterans, Stanford Medicine affiliated physicians, paramedics and other travel experts, Ripcord is perfect for adventure seekers, climbers, skiers, sports enthusiasts, hunters, international travelers, humanitarian efforts, expeditions and more.

Ripcord travel protection is now available for ALL nationalities, and travel is covered on motorcycles of all sizes!


 

What others say about HU...

"This site is the BIBLE for international bike travelers." Greg, Australia

"Thank you! The web site, The travels, The insight, The inspiration, Everything, just thanks." Colin, UK

"My friend and I are planning a trip from Singapore to England... We found (the HU) site invaluable as an aid to planning and have based a lot of our purchases (bikes, riding gear, etc.) on what we have learned from this site." Phil, Australia

"I for one always had an adventurous spirit, but you and Susan lit the fire for my trip and I'll be forever grateful for what you two do to inspire others to just do it." Brent, USA

"Your website is a mecca of valuable information and the (video) series is informative, entertaining, and inspiring!" Jennifer, Canada

"Your worldwide organisation and events are the Go To places to for all serious touring and aspiring touring bikers." Trevor, South Africa

"This is the answer to all my questions." Haydn, Australia

"Keep going the excellent work you are doing for Horizons Unlimited - I love it!" Thomas, Germany

Lots more comments here!



Five books by Graham Field!

Diaries of a compulsive traveller
by Graham Field
Book, eBook, Audiobook

"A compelling, honest, inspiring and entertaining writing style with a built-in feel-good factor" Get them NOW from the authors' website and Amazon.com, Amazon.ca, Amazon.co.uk.



Back Road Map Books and Backroad GPS Maps for all of Canada - a must have!

Your ad could be here, on EVERY page of the HUBB, or the whole website, or as many as you like!

New to Horizons Unlimited?

New to motorcycle travelling? New to the HU site? Confused? Too many options? It's really very simple - just 4 easy steps!

Horizons Unlimited was founded in 1997 by Grant and Susan Johnson following their journey around the world on a BMW R80G/S.

Susan and Grant Johnson Read more about Grant & Susan's story

Membership - help keep us going!

Horizons Unlimited is not a big multi-national company, just two people who love motorcycle travel and have grown what started as a hobby in 1997 into a full time job (usually 8-10 hours per day and 7 days a week) and a labour of love. To keep it going and a roof over our heads, we run events all over the world with the help of volunteers; we sell inspirational and informative DVDs; we have a few selected advertisers; and we make a small amount from memberships.

You don't have to be a Member to come to an HU meeting, access the website, or ask questions on the HUBB. What you get for your membership contribution is our sincere gratitude, good karma and knowing that you're helping to keep the motorcycle travel dream alive. Contributing Members and Gold Members do get additional features on the HUBB. Here's a list of all the Member benefits on the HUBB.



All times are GMT +1. The time now is 09:21.

Contact Us - Horizons Unlimited Motorcycle Travellers Website - Archive - Privacy Statement - Top