Naturehike - Star River 2

My girlfriend and I use the nature hike star river 2 and it’s been great so far!

I have a cloud up 1, star river 2, and a friend just got a mongar 2. It's essential to get through silnylon fly IMO. I've been through hours of rain and have never had a drop in my tent. OP, look at the mongar 2. I believe it's smaller and the side entry is a huge improvement. It also has a lot more room under the fly for gear.

The alternative is Star River 2. Updated version is tad bit lighter and offers well designed way to split the packed tent. On a budget, best bought directly from Asia. I won't advise NH Taga(r) 1 as the first choice to start, because while the tent is great (for lower people), it comes with some tradeoffs. Same goes for a sleeping pad on a budget. If you want to go for CCF - then buy 10-15 EUR Z-Lite clone from Asia. Inflatable? While I love my robust Sea-to-Summit Ultralight Insulated, newest Naturhike inflatable pads that are around here for a season or two are great bang for a buck (especially the thicker, grey ones). Sleeping bag will be huge PITA. At the moment all decent, down bags are pretty expensive. Cheapest, reasonbale would be Fjord Nansen Nordkapp line (avoid 'dry down' with hydrophobic treatment, if you can pay more it's generally better to go for goose down rather than duck one) and if you want to go for goose down, then Fjord Nansen Svalbard Goose line. Generally other brands like: Pajak, Małachowski, Cumulus, Aura/Yeti, Robert's will be slightly or even more expensive unless on huge sales. Otherwise, go for cheapest synthetic and accept the bulk. Cookware is relatively simple. BRS-3000T for minimal burner, Kovea Ti Supalite for still superlight and small middleground, Pocket Rocket / Amicus / Windmaster OR Campingmoon XD-2F for something slightly bigger and more convenient with bigger pots. Pots of choice - cheap alu / chitanium Toaks 550/900mL / scout's steel mess-tin. Some filter - Sawyer Squeeze + chemical backup (Calcium hypochlorite /powder/) and you're good to go!

People have made the comparison to the Naturehike Star River 2 but this comes in at much lighter and doesn't have an identical design (a little longer for us tall people). I just bought the Star River 2 but I'm looking at this for a little better packability. Could you clarify on "full Canadian after-sales support"? Would I have difficulties with any warranty scenarios as an American? The weight reduction is great, but that also leaves concerns about the 10D durability.

Will depend exactly what you're comfortable with, and how much gear you have, but the Naturehike 2 person tents are pretty much big enough to actually fit two people. Vestibules are substantial. I mention this because I belive they are in stock online (in the UK at least). The Star River is probably better for cold than the Mongar. Very similar design but less mesh in the inner.

The Star River has less mesh on the inside. That is the main difference. It means it is better for camping in slightly lower temperatures, but it is still not approaching a winter tent.

I have the Star River 2. Wouldn't say it's particularly noisy, and have had no real zip issues. It's a great tent. The main criticism I would have is that the inner door rolls down to floor level when unzipped. It can be secured there, but it's not ideal, especially if you're particularly wet as you're getting into the tent.

Everyone's comments on Naturehike led me to getting the Star River 2 (I wanted it for the two doors). I've only set it up inside to test it but so far I've been extremely pleased with the build and quality.

I'm looking to reduce weight in my backpack. Currently I'm using the Naturehike Star River 2 which is a great tent and has worked well for me! However it weighs 2.6 kilogram or 5+ pounds including ground sheet. Before this, I've used their Cloud up 2 tent which was also great but lacked headspace so it was basically only for sleeping in it. Since I have very good experiences with the Naturehike tents I figured I wanna try their new Mongar which is a lot lighter. Almost 2 pounds lighter than my current tent. I didn't go for the Mongar before because I preferred a little less mesh. Exactly what the Star river 2 offered. The new one seems to have a bit more closed fabric The new Mongar seems like a great tent! But I have some concerns/questions about it. Firstly the 15D nylon. Does it sag when wet? This was the reason I opted for the 210T polyester on the Star River 2 and it hasn't let me down yet. Some people I know use MSR's and they sag quite a lot, even touching the inner tent which causes dripping. I truly want to avoid this. This is also a reason I'm looking to a Durston X-mid 2 for instance which doesn't say but has different challenges like not being free standing. I'm also wondering if with the new design the inner tent will get wet on the long ends of the tent. Seems like the fly doesn't go fully over the long ends which exposes the inner tent more? And what about setting it up fly first? For instance when it's raining? Not sure if this tent can do that. Lastly I'm wondering how easy it is to set up the sunshade canopy. It looks like an awesome option! Anyway, if You've been using this tent or can tell anything about it I'd love to hear! It seems like a great alternative to some other UL tents for it's price so far. 👍🏼

There is a 99.9% chance that they are drop shipping tents from China. The Horizon Lite 2 looks the exact same as the Naturehike Star River 2, and the Gale Lite 2 looks like a 10d version of the Thaihang 2. I'm sure they're decent tents, Naturehike/3FUL make good stuff, but if you're going to buy one, cut out the middle man and just order it directly. Don't pay double to "support a Canadian businesses" that's Canadian in name only.

I'd go with this over the helm 2 based on size alone if you are worried about space. 53" width on the mongar 2 vs 47" width on the helm 2. If it's not much more the naturehike star river 2 ul is 1kg lighter and 51" width.

I’ve got the Star River and rate it. Packs down quite small and weight is acceptable. I’ve used it throughout winter in Snowdonia and the Peak District and it’s been sound.

I have just kitted myself out with kit so that I can move forward from credit card Bikepacking to Bikepacking whilst camping. I've bought the Naturehike Star River 2 UL tent https://youtu.be/v0YDEbhGLCA?si=w857D4aaiAp5dqfF I've also bought the Nemo Disco 30 sleeping bag,designed to be wider at the shoulders and knees for side sleepers. https://www.facewest.co.uk/Nemo-Disco-30.html I stayed with Nemo and bought their Fillo Luxury pillow. https://valleyandpeak.co.uk/products/nemo-fillo-luxury-backpacking-camping-pillow?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwqcO_BhDaARIsACz62vPOFdsKTEl05DzHzKTNjbLmeEg6Xo-K1q6S08UT7x71fgYIm9vOvvMaAhx-EALw_wcB I finished off my purchases with the Kilos Gear Aerocloud Sleeping Pad https://kilosgear.com/products/aerocloud-sleeping-pad-elite My first trip away with it all on tbebine will be late September to Sardinia.

I have naturehike backpacking tent and a sleeping bag, I’m happy with both but I got them off amazon.

I have a naturehike backpacking tent and a sleeping bag. Both are great. I got them years ago when they were cheap. The prices have since doubled.

We picked up a 2p Nature hike tents off of Amazon and it was the happy medium you're looking for. It has quickly become our favourite tent. The poles are super easy and intuitive to put together. The tent is durable and has plenty of space too!

Was gifted a 2 person Naturehike easy enough to set up. 1 rain and a couple sprinkles and dry inside. Look for a tent with pole clips for easy assembly. Pushing rods through sleeves can try my patience. Waterproofing a tent is a simple process. Don't let that determine a purchase. Rain fly should cover the entire tent. It also helps keep the warmth in when needed.

Naturehike. Tested ko na sa camping sa Pulag yong 2P. Lakas ng rain at hangin sa campsite. Nasa 2.5 kg kilos ata yang 2P. Di kasama accessories. Mas magaan dyan yong 1P tent, 1.3 kg di kasama accessories.

I’ve got the two man nature hike and it’s great, did Lands End > John O’Groats in it and had no issues.