MSR Hubba Hubba is a very spacious and airy tent, light and packable. I’ve got the one man version and it’s great for three season use.
Pitches inner first but in reality it’s so quick to put up that’s it’s a non issue unless you’re in an absolute biblical monsoon.
I have a Hubba and the ventilation with the fly on is fine (the fly has two velcro openings) , but somewhere like Scotland or Scandinavia (I live in Wales so similar climate) you simply won't avoid condensation if you are pitching on wet ground, particularly if there isn't much breeze. If the air is saturated with water it will always tend to condense on large surfaces like your rain fly.
That tent is another of the many knockoffs of the MSR Hubba Hubba. It's a decent 3 season, moderate wind conditions tent.
True alpine mountaineering tents tend to still be of the geodesic dome type, with 4 or more poles, and use pole sleeves. As much as I despise pole sleeves, they do serve a purpose for high winds and snow, because the long seams distribute the stress, vs a tent that uses clips, where the stress is concentrated at only a few points.
Furthest I’d go is MSRs access line if you *need* a 4 season tent. But you could definitely get by with a myriad of lighter 3 season alternatives (msr hubba, Nemo dagger/hornet, similar models)
Source: CO native, trail crew exp. , winter camping exp, all in my msr hubba hubba with a rain fly held together mostly w gear tape and aquaseal
If I had the money for a Samaya I’d take my car to the shop for a good preventive maintenance workover so I can keep bagging peaks 🤷🏼♂️
If this is supposed to be an MSR hubba hubba I can assure you it's not. Those are brilliant tents and even the resale value is close to the original (£400~). My partner has one and it has been through a lot with barely a scratch on it. Would absolutely recommend the real deal. For £24 I would expect maybe a tent peg replacement set. They do have great pegs though
I have two MSR tents for over 20 years. Both have been outstanding. That said...it's been 20 years so I cannot vouch for current quality.
Make sure you look at all the features you want. Do you want free standing? Does it have a vestibule? Is it long enough to fit your body? Are you camping in snow (get a four season tent, otherwise 3 season is the language you want to see). Single wall or double wall. Recommend double unless you need very light weight.
If you want a capable tent without a huge outlay of cash...look at the REI ones. The halfdome specifically has been around for many years. They often go on sale. They also sell other top brands and often on sale or closeout so check that out. If you buy from REI pony up the extra 20 bucks for the membership. On a tent purchase it will likely pay for itself.
I'd also recommend getting the footprint to protect the bottom but you can always improvise one or go without.
Yes! I have the hubba and the hubba hubba. Both on their second fly (just due to wear not failure) and I did have them send me a couple poles noting taking it in the snow wasn't the best idea. Still worked though!
I forgot we also have the REI 6 person - the basecamp. It's been great for car camping.
I have two MSR tents for over 20 years. Both have been outstanding. That said...it's been 20 years so I cannot vouch for current quality.
Make sure you look at all the features you want. Do you want free standing? Does it have a vestibule? Is it long enough to fit your body? Are you camping in snow (get a four season tent, otherwise 3 season is the language you want to see). Single wall or double wall. Recommend double unless you need very light weight.
If you want a capable tent without a huge outlay of cash...look at the REI ones. The halfdome specifically has been around for many years. They often go on sale. They also sell other top brands and often on sale or closeout so check that out. If you buy from REI pony up the extra 20 bucks for the membership. On a tent purchase it will likely pay for itself.
I'd also recommend getting the footprint to protect the bottom but you can always improvise one or go without.
Yes! I have the hubba and the hubba hubba. Both on their second fly (just due to wear not failure) and I did have them send me a couple poles noting taking it in the snow wasn't the best idea. Still worked though!
I forgot we also have the REI 6 person - the basecamp. It's been great for car camping.
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