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“Backpacking Tents” by Nutnfancy, Part 2
PART 2 of 3 //////////////
Sleeping under the stars is a bit overrated for me. Seems the bugs attack, the critters find you, the wind blows away your body heat, frost and condensation soak your bag, then the rain falls, and no matter what your gear gets filthy. A minimalist tent tarp, bivy, or floor-less tent are some ways to avoid to some of those hassles. But my favorite option is a quality designed and constructed lightweight backpacking tent like the ones profiled in this Nutnfancy series of videos. Here I cover most of the design aspects and experience-based opinions on just such a tent. POUs, Firepower vs Mobility, Impact, Livability concerns, Longevity, Ventialtion, Maintenance, Sleeve and Pole Construction, Fabric Choices, Convenience Features, and buying sources are all covered in the series. It would be unrealistic and probably of limited use for me to review certain models since most are so shortlived in the marketplace. Instead I use category representatives and teach the features, construction, sizing, and the many considerations to arm the buyer with the knowledge to make the best purchase choice. Always buy out-of-season whenever possible to save big money; it’s very possible to get a ultra-quality BP tent this way for well under $200. Take care of it and it will serve you and your family forever too. Location was the scenic and beautiful Rocky Mountains with Allie the Mountain Dog in tow. This series was lots of work to put together, make happen, and produce but I hope it sheds some light on for some a confusing subject. Get a tent and get out there!
//// Music used by license from Kevin MacLeod, original composition entitled “Long Road Ahead.” Great job Kevin. See his other works at Incompetech.com.
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25 Responses to ““Backpacking Tents” by Nutnfancy, Part 2”
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September 13th, 2009 at 7:43 pm
Nutnfancy,
If …
Nutnfancy,
If getting changed inside a tent is a issue, especially for people taller then 5’5″. I recommend not taking the rain fly, and simply taking a 8′x10′ or 10′x10′ ultralight tarp and setting it up over the body of the tent.
This not only gives a MUCH MUCH ventilation but also a larger and taller protected area.
September 13th, 2009 at 7:43 pm
I know your opinion …
I know your opinion about small bivy bas and one man tents, and i think you make a gery good point. Have you had any experience with Hennsy hammocks?
September 13th, 2009 at 7:43 pm
ill say, at the …
ill say, at the start i thought it was a bit left field. but by the end i was a convert. Cant wait to see what else he has for us all.
September 13th, 2009 at 7:43 pm
I have the Eureka …
I have the Eureka Mountain Pass 3 XTC. It has served well in the northern parts of the Quebec province and around Ontario in Algonquin park. It did have okay ventilation. Eureka seems to be rather truthful with their description of it being a 3 person tent…if you don’t have any gear
September 13th, 2009 at 7:43 pm
Nutn,
Thanks for …
Nutn,
Thanks for all the reviews, you rock man.
September 13th, 2009 at 7:43 pm
VENTALATION IS KEY
VENTALATION IS KEY
September 13th, 2009 at 7:43 pm
Great series of …
Great series of video’s Nutn! I really enjoy learning about all the different gear and things you review even if I don’t ever intend on buying them, which is the case with most of the things I see on TNP although I have bought several things you reviewed, because you reviewed them.
September 13th, 2009 at 7:43 pm
Hey Nutn, When …
Hey Nutn, When applying your own seam seal on the rain fly, you should mention that once you set up the tent you can put the fly on inside out and seal the seams that way. it makes it much easier and then you can give it a day or two to dry.
September 13th, 2009 at 7:43 pm
noodleliness. Nice! …
noodleliness. Nice!!!
September 13th, 2009 at 7:43 pm
I hear he …
I hear he duracoated his wife’s finger nails. Coyote brown.
September 13th, 2009 at 7:43 pm
23:02 – DuraCoat …
23:02 – DuraCoat that bad boy, you know you wanna.
September 13th, 2009 at 7:43 pm
northface mountain …
northface mountain 25 great tent
September 13th, 2009 at 7:43 pm
Nice quality vids …
Nice quality vids good work fancy
September 13th, 2009 at 7:43 pm
great vids, great …
great vids, great content, great music selection.
Keep them comin’
September 13th, 2009 at 7:43 pm
I am 6’7″ so it is …
I am 6’7″ so it is difficult for me to get gear
September 13th, 2009 at 7:43 pm
nice nice yesterday …
nice nice yesterday when i came back from school switch on the computer and watched part 1 and i thougt what a pity there is no part 2 and today as well when i got back from school there is part 2 very nice thx for that
September 13th, 2009 at 7:43 pm
nutn i never would …
nutn i never would of guessed you were 6″3, im 6″5 so now i have a pretty good idea of gear to get.
thx nutn
September 13th, 2009 at 7:43 pm
Love it! Keep it …
Love it! Keep it rolling Nutnfancy!
September 13th, 2009 at 7:43 pm
I agree, I’d rather …
I agree, I’d rather see Nutnfancy on Youtube, TNP is just too unique and ambitious to give up for a TV show in which Nutnfancy’s integrity will undoubtedly be restricted.
Dave Canterbury of WildernessOutfitters would be great for TV though.
Thanks for all your hard work Nutn.
September 13th, 2009 at 7:43 pm
Great choice of …
Great choice of music
September 13th, 2009 at 7:43 pm
Agreed
Agreed
September 13th, 2009 at 7:43 pm
I agree. I don’t …
I agree. I don’t want some ponce TV producer telling him what to do and say.
I think Nutn needs his own WEBSITE. If anything.
September 13th, 2009 at 7:43 pm
Nutn – have you …
Nutn – have you used Coleman exponent tents? they look pretty good – 3 season type.
September 13th, 2009 at 7:43 pm
to the guys who …
to the guys who think nutn needs a TV show, i dont agree i love being able to watch him on demand for free and WITHOUT commercials. i think nutn should stick with the net and start doing podcast, nutn vids fill my time inbetween work.
September 13th, 2009 at 7:43 pm
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