Naturehike - Star River 2 UL

Minimalist setup: 3x3 m cheap tarp: [https://pl.aliexpress.com/item/33012906545.html](https://pl.aliexpress.com/item/33012906545.html) \+ mesh bivy (for <185cm tall): [https://pl.aliexpress.com/item/1005005845318962.html](https://pl.aliexpress.com/item/1005005845318962.html) Coffin-bivy-tent hybrid from OPs photo with improved ventillation (but still no way to get in/out in rain): [https://pl.aliexpress.com/item/1005004351946532.html](https://pl.aliexpress.com/item/1005004351946532.html) NH Tagar 1 is great solo tent for people no taller than 175cm. Sub-1.3kg, sub 150$! For taller and duos - Star River 2 UL. UL Solo stove kit: Chitanium mug: [https://pl.aliexpress.com/item/1005006975196483.html](https://pl.aliexpress.com/item/1005006975196483.html) 25g burner 3000T: [https://pl.aliexpress.com/item/1005007059666712.html](https://pl.aliexpress.com/item/1005007059666712.html) For 2, go for 900ml chitanium mug and maybe Campingmoon XD 2-F burner. Widesea does great and cheap CCF pads and good minigroundhog stake clones. Don't cheap out on inflatable pad or down sleeping bags tho.

I've been really happy with my Star River 2 UL so far. Wouldn't be my choice for stormy weather but I've really enjoyed it.

I picked up the NatureHike Star River UL (new version in 2024) for $145 on AliExpress. Took it out to Yosemite this fall and it was fantastic! 3.5 lbs with everything including the footprint.

Naturehike makes the best affordable UL freestanding tents in the market, imho. Their Cloud Up models are their lightest, but also a bit tight/small. However, if you really want the lowest weight, a Cloud Up 2 UL is the way. Otherwise they have e.g. the Star River UL model, which is more spacious. Also, just order them from AliExpress. It's always going to be more expensive to buy them from a reseller in Europe, I've been there, done that, and it's just not worth it. Ordering from Aliexpress is cheaper and actually works pretty well.

Oof yeah. If you already have the Star River, you can't really get a lighter tent without sacrificing something. Either you get a very expensive X-Dome for more space and a lower weight, or you sacrifice some space for a lighter tent. There's also the Star River UL, which is very slightly smaller than the standard Star River and like 500 grams lighter, but that's about the smallest I'm willing to go to get a light freestanding tent. Or if you know someone visiting Canada or the US, ask them to bring you an X-Dome ;)

I like NatureHike products. I have the Naturehike Star River UL 2p and really like it. It's pretty much the same tent as the Dragonfly. Slightly heavier at 3.76 lbs. I was in pouring rain for about 3 hours one evening and didn't have a drop inside. The vestibules have some cool features (make sure to get the UL version for this). I think it was about $200 on eBay when I got it. Quality is great, but I don't guess you get a warranty. I've since converted to trekking pole tents to save weight but the Star River is still my go-to freestanding tent.

I went back and looked and it's not a copy of the Mongar. I thought the Mongar had the X-style tent poles and it doesn't, it's actually the I or H style like the Star River. Oops. Yeah I wish the Star River had the spreader bar that is as wide as the tub but it's narrower. I did a lot of comparison between the Mongar and Star River and tbh, I can't remember now why I went with the Star River. My 2p trekking pole tent is the Nature Link Altair 2 and I really like it. It's 2.75 lbs. It's just like the Six Moons Haven but half pound heavier. My 1p trekking pole is the OV Fortius at 1.6 lbs and I've only used it once for 3 night time, but really likely it. Which one I use just depends on how far I'm hiking and anticipated weather conditions.

Mmm, it's a good tent but not my favorite - especially concerning that the entrance is in the head. Maybe check the new Naturehike Star River UL - it is pretty light, spacious (after all, it's a 2p tent), and the entrance is on the side.

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 carried a NatureHike brand 3 person tent in a dedicated front handlebar bag. 10/10. Seriously. 3 season ready and quick to deploy when using a dedicated bag. 👌

The weight on the 210t tent on Amazon is wrong. The grey one is 20D and should be 1.8kg. The Mongar is a knock off of the MSR Hubba Hubba. I've been using a 3F UL Gear Hubba knockoff for several years now, in the PNW and it's a great tent. No problems with rain at all. I'm sure the Mongar is similar quality.

Definitely the 20D!

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.

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.