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Naturehike Cloud Up 2 Review
The Naturehike CloudUp 2 pitched on a hilltop, showcasing its unique profile from the rear. Rolling hills and blue sky are visible in the background.

Naturehike Cloud Up 2 Review

Published: February 5, 2025
This is a lightweight crossover tent with a Y-hub pole structure allowing for fast setup and ample tension pullouts for increased ventilation – a good choice for a smaller tent that works in the frontcountry and can even handle small treks into the backcountry.
Six Moon Designs Skyscape Scout Budget Tent Review
View of the Six Moon Designs Skyscape Scout with the vestibules and inner door rolled back showing a backpack and sleeping bag inside. Large rock pinnacles and desert landscape in the background.

Six Moon Designs Skyscape Scout Budget Tent Review

Published: February 4, 2025
Taking inspiration from Six Moon Designs’ popular Skyscape Trekker Model, the Skyscape Scout’s features are similar, but it’s instead constructed of a more affordable 190T polyester material, making exceptional lightweight gear more accessible.
REI Trail Hut 2 Budget Tent Review
A tent with no fly on sits in a grassy field with a sunset in the background.

REI Trail Hut 2 Budget Tent Review

Published: February 3, 2025
This is an easy to use, compact, and dome-style tent with increased interior space from an included ridge pole.
Tarptent StratoSpire 2 Budget Tent Review
The Tarptent Stratospire 2 pitched with the rainfly and one vestibule door open, revealing the inner mesh and sleeping bag inside. Desert landscape with distant mountains in the background.

Tarptent StratoSpire 2 Budget Tent Review

Published: February 3, 2025
As an ultralight non-freestanding shelter built with functionality, versatility, and comfort in mind, this tent is equipped with a plethora of features, thoughtfully designed, and constructed for an array of situations and adverse conditions.
Coleman Peak 1 Budget Tent Review
Inner mesh tent of the Coleman Peak 1 with rainfly off and one of the doors rolled back. Shows the interior space with a sleeping bag and rolling hills and bushes in the background.

Coleman Peak 1 Budget Tent Review

Published: January 31, 2025
Durable materials, an included footprint, and unique features that enhance your time outdoors make this tent a great go-to choice for car camping.
Marmot Tungsten 2 Budget Tent Review
The Marmot Tungsten 2 pitched on pine needles among scattered rocks and pine trees.

Marmot Tungsten 2 Budget Tent Review

Published: January 31, 2025
This is an easy-to-use spacious tent with dual doors and vestibules, a color-coded assembly, pre-bent poles, and a ridge pole for extra interior space and a wider ceiling. It also features a lampshade pocket for diffused light.
Ledlenser HF6R Signature Headlamp Review
The image shows the Ledlenser HF6R Signature headlamp placed on a rock with a green light glowing from the front. The headlamp is resting on a natural surface with lichen, and the strap is partially visible. In the background, the fading light of a sunset creates a gradient in the sky, with trees and distant mountains framing the view.

Ledlenser HF6R Signature Headlamp Review

Published: January 28, 2025
Explore a powerful 1000-lumen headlamp with versatile lighting and durability. Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, but its weight and setup complexity may be drawbacks. Dive into our review to learn more.
Big Agnes Copper Spur HV3 Expedition Four-Season Tent Review
Big Agnes Copper Spur Expedition tent glowing red at night in a snowy setting with a reflective logo visible.

Big Agnes Copper Spur HV3 Expedition Four-Season Tent Review

Published: January 27, 2025
Durable and versatile, this tent handles shoulder-season and below-treeline winter adventures with ease, offering comfort, weather resistance, and ample space for backpacking or basecamp setups.
Samaya 2.0 4-Season Tent Review
A blue and silver Samaya 2.0 tent pitched on snow with a stunning backdrop of mountain ranges under a blue sky.

Samaya 2.0 4-Season Tent Review

Published: January 27, 2025
Ultralight and fully waterproof, this single-wall tent is built for fast-and-light alpine adventures, delivering top-tier weather resistance and innovative design for serious mountain pursuits.
Nemo Kunai 2 4-Season Tent Review
The NEMO Kunai 3P four-season tent in a snowy winter camping scene in the woods

Nemo Kunai 2 4-Season Tent Review

Published: January 27, 2025
A versatile 4-season tent with excellent weather protection, adaptable ventilation, and lightweight design, making it ideal for year-round backpacking, mountaineering, and winter camping in moderate conditions.
Alps Mountaineering Tasmanian 2 4-Season Tent Review
Camper lounging inside the Alps Mountaineering Tasmanian 2 tent, with boots and gear placed outside on a snowy patch.

Alps Mountaineering Tasmanian 2 4-Season Tent Review

Published: January 27, 2025
This durable and budget-friendly tent offers solid weather protection and comfort, making it a great choice for winter camping and four-season adventures without breaking the bank.
MSR Access 2 4-Season Tent Review
A front-facing view of the MSR Access 2 tent pitched in snow-dusted ground during sunset.

MSR Access 2 4-Season Tent Review

Published: January 27, 2025
Lightweight and reliable, this tent shines in cold, snowy conditions. Perfect for shoulder-season adventures with easy setup, solid weather resistance, and enough space for two people and gear.
REI Co-op Arete ASL 4-Season Tent Review
A tent, pithed on a small patch of snow in a forested setting. The fly is not on the tent and the door is wide open.

REI Co-op Arete ASL 4-Season Tent Review

Published: January 27, 2025
Versatile and reliable, this 3+ season tent offers great weather protection, comfort, and value for backpackers and winter campers seeking a dependable shelter for shoulder-season and cold-weather adventures.
MSR Advance Pro 2 4-Season Tent Review
The MSR Advance Pro 2 tent pitched in the snow with skis and an avalanche shovel leaning against it, surrounded by snow-covered trees.

MSR Advance Pro 2 4-Season Tent Review

Published: January 27, 2025
Ultralight and weather-resistant, this tent is ideal for alpine adventures, offering durability, stability, and a compact design to withstand harsh conditions while keeping weight to a minimum.
SlingFin Crossbow 2 Four-Season Tent Review

SlingFin Crossbow 2 Four-Season Tent Review

Published: January 26, 2025
A lightweight, four-season tent offering exceptional weather resistance, durability, and versatility. Perfect for year-round adventures, it comfortably fits two and adapts to harsh conditions while remaining highly packable and reliable.
KUIU Storm Star 2 Four-Season Tent Review
A camper relaxing inside the KUIU Storm Star 2 tent, surrounded by gear and a pair of boots outside the open vestibule, with sunlight filtering through the tent walls.

KUIU Storm Star 2 Four-Season Tent Review

Published: January 26, 2025
A rugged four-season tent offering exceptional durability, weather protection, and smart design features. Ideal for alpine adventures, it excels in harsh conditions while providing reliable performance and comfort for winter and sub-alpine camping.
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