3F UL Gear Lanshan 2 Tent Review - Double Walled, 4 Season, 10/10 VALUE!

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Here is my review of the legendary 3F UL Gear LanShan 2 tent. This is the 4 season tent version with double walls. This version of the lanshan tent is perfect for backpacking in the UK. The 3FUL Gear lanshan 2 tent is a trekking pole tent. It's a compact and light backpacking tent perfect for wild camping.
I prefer this lanshan tent over the lanshan pro because of the double wall making it warmer with a small weight penalty. It's still an ultralight tent at 1150 grams. This 2 person tent is big and has a generous height of 125cm.
I prefer this Khaki colour as it blends in wild camping.
Buy the four season 3f ul gear lanshan 2 tent from Camperlists here:
£152 inc delivery, vat, duty INCLUDING footprint
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£137 inc delivery, vat, duty EXCLUDING footprint
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£169 pro 4 season version (single wall) INCLUDING footptint:
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£154 pro 4 season version (single wall) EXCLUDING footprint:
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FEATURES
-Ultralight
-Sun-shade
-Waterproof
-Durable
SPECS
Weight:2.53 lb / 40.56 oz / 1150 g
Dimensions:82.67 in (L) x 49.2 in (H) / 210 cm (L) x 125 cm (H)
MATERIALS
Fly: 15D Silicon coated nylon
Inner tent: 3 season: 20D mesh / 4 season: 15D nylon
Bottom: 20 D Silicon coated nylon
Zipper: 3#YKK
Footprint: 20D single coated silicon fabric 177g(Option)
LIST
Tent*1, tent storage bag*1, stakes*9, stakes storage bag*1, wind rope*4, guyline*2, heat repair patch*2
The Lanshan 2 tent is unique because it is lightweight. The tent model is affordable and simple to purchase. Lanshan 2 might be the perfect tent for anyone new to the wild outdoors. The model uses a trekking pole setup and is better than the original. Learn all about the Lanshan 2 tent model if possible. The total weight of the tent is around 1140 grams. It utilizes two trekking poles and will be simple to set up on location too.
Differences Between The Lanshan 2 and Lanshan Pro:
The Lanshan 2 is a double layer tent. The inside tent is separated by the rain fly layer. The Lanshan 2 Pro is 1.5 layer tent, inner tent stitched along with the rain fly layer.
Lanshan 2 is 15d single coated silicon fabric.
Lanshan Pro is 20d double coated silicon fabric.
The 15d is a lighter weight tent that appeals to more people in the wild.
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Thanks, Andy.
#backpacking #camping #wildcamping
00:00 Introduction & Specification
01:21 What's Included
02:02 Pitching
04:11 Outside
06:57 Inside
08:10 Final Summary

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@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

Buy the Lanshan 2, 4 Season Tent here: £152 inc delivery, vat, duty INCLUDING footprint www.camperlists.com/collections/3f-ul-gear-tent-collection/products/3f-ul-lanshan-2?ref=azpizuhxua&variant=41476906057882 £137 inc delivery, vat, duty EXCLUDING footprint www.camperlists.com/collections/3f-ul-gear-tent-collection/products/3f-ul-lanshan-2?ref=azpizuhxua&variant=40231437009050

@airlessmean 6 ай бұрын

honestly witht eh footprint is a bargain!

@SojolBandiwadekar 2 ай бұрын

@@airlessmean The footprint price is the lowest among all sellers.

@VivienneBlaskovich 2 ай бұрын

Metal hooks in the Camperlists option, great service！

@deniseverhoeven1410 2 ай бұрын

Camperlists has very bad reviews in Europe, but only two so I can’t compare. Do you recommend this website?

@finchpyn Жыл бұрын

I’ve had a lanshan 2 for a couple of years now and I rate it very highly, I did spray mine with Nikwax cause I took it out in virtually horizontal rain, the addition of the nikwax meant I had a perfectly dry night. I also use two pegs on the cord for the door , this allows me to bring the door lower to the ground 👍

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing 👍

@d.2110 6 ай бұрын

do you mean one peg right on the bottom of the zipper and the other one in the original loop that's meant for it? I also like a smaller gap, I've been putting my trekking poles to 110cm, but this could be a good addition.

@mikelovesbacon Жыл бұрын

I've had my Lanshan 2 Plus for a while now and love it. Nothing else out there balances space, weight, and cost as well as this does. The video is a bit confusing when you talk about your four season tent and the three season pro tent so I'd like to clear that up for potential buyers. The Lanshan 2 comes in two versions: There's the standard tent, which was updated to be larger in 2021. Most sites will call this the Plus or XL, or sometimes the 2021 version. If you're buying used and are any reasonable height, even 5'10", make sure you buy the larger 2021/Plus version. Many sellers won't even be aware the tent was updated. So... you have the Lanshan 1 Plus and Lanshan 2 Plus. And the Lanshan 1 Pro and Lanshan 2 Pro. The difference between the Plus and Pro is the Pro is single-skinned and therefore lighter, but more prone to issues with condensation in our climate. All of the Lanshan tents, be they Plus or Pro, are available as "three season" or "four season". As you say, this is not in any way a four season tent, so these terms are misleading. The difference is the four season inner is mostly solid, and the three season inner is mostly mesh. With the Plus tents the inner is detachable so you can buy both and change them whenever you feel like it. With the Pro tents, they are sewn in so can't be changed. The Pro tents need to be fully seam-sealed. The Plus tents only need their guy-out points sealing (3 on the Lanshan 1, and 2 on the Lanshan 2). As for the weight, you said it's 1150g which is about right. It's 1155g but that includes the 142g optional footprint. There's only a 20g weight increase from the three season to four season inner. A Lanshan 2 Plus is less than 300g heavier than a Lanshan 1 Plus. You get so much extra space in the 2 Plus, it's very much worth the small amount of extra weight. I really recommend the footprint as not only does it give extra protection to the relatively thin floor, but also makes pitching a lot easier. There's a Facebook group called "Lanshan Owners UK" which is full of helpful advice.

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

I wouldn’t call the Lanshan 2 ‘Plus’, that’s really confusing. Nobody calls it that.

@mikelovesbacon Жыл бұрын

@@BackpackingUK Did you delete my reply to this?

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

No, not at all.

@mikelovesbacon Жыл бұрын

@@BackpackingUK Weird, I posted three times clarifying why it's called the Plus but each time my comment vanished after a few mins

@shabingly Жыл бұрын

@@BackpackingUK it's not the 2-man some people call "plus", it's the year 2021-on versions of both lanshan 1 and lanshan 2 some people call "plus", as they increased the floor dimensions of the tent.

@tara9221 Жыл бұрын

I have just bought this now. Sounds perfect for camping with my 6 year old. Especially as i don't drive and use the train to get to our usual camping spots. Looking forward to the lighter weight!! Great review,thanks for helping me decide. Keep uploading the great videos you make,i really enjoy watching your channel 👍

@adismith3809 10 ай бұрын

Just ordered one thanks for review can’t wait to get out in it 👍

@johnw4595 Ай бұрын

Thank you. Great to hear your thoughts on 3 v 4 season for uk. And this v pro version. Very helpful. I’m going to get the 4 season non pro one. 👍

@THE-RIVER-RAT Жыл бұрын

Great looking peace of kit and this video came just at the right time for me as I'm after a new tent for summer/ UK summer lol Great review buddy

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

I don’t think you can go wrong with this for UK summer use. Your back with thank you for it too 🪶

@d.2110 6 ай бұрын

nice to mention, when it's cold and windy, its nice to set up at 110cm. to have the edges close to the ground. But the bottom of te tent is then a bit flappy, so you can hold that up with a little string or elastics you have from other gear and attach it to your lowest trekking pole clip to hold it up. Aslo, I made my own ground sheet from some polycro, it's a large cheap piece of see through plastic from a home depot kinda store, used to protect the floors when painting. You just cut the right size - same as the surface of the inner - and then cover the corners with some duct tape. After that, you smash in some metal rings in those taped corners, that you also buy at that store. It's very durable and light and cheap. And another thing, I made a little string in the top of the inner, between the two tops of the tent, to hang stuff I want to have close during the night or to dry or air out mildly wet stuff. Like my head lamp, my handkerchief, socks and maybe my pocketknife of kula cloth. Then I don't have to search for that stuff in the morning or in the middle of the night when I need them.

@graemer3657 10 ай бұрын

I use this tent and love it. I used to have the Pro1 but it was too small and condensation was a big problem. The Lanshan 2 is the perfect size for me (1m 85) and I have never had a problem with condensation or dampness.

@pipandbenji 5 ай бұрын

Started wild camping two years ago, using a Lanshan 2 3 season and I love it, just bought a 4 season inner and hoping to be able to extend my camping season. Have 6 delta pegs which make it nice and solid. Only issue I had was one of the plastic Ram's head double hooks for the door on one side broke in a very gusty cliff side coastal camp but I will replace with metal ones, for now using carabiner. I see you have extra lines from the apexes above the vents, I think that's wise and would take pressure off the door guys in wind. Great video, thanks

@gassyinc6406 Жыл бұрын

Just stumbled across your channel, looking to start getting into backpacking, already watched your budget video from a few years ago, you've earned a subscriber 👏

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

Welcome aboard!

@Bigblueone 5 ай бұрын

Only just subscribed to your channel....love your delivery and knowledge ....very enjoyable #properchap 😊

@BackpackingUK 5 ай бұрын

Cheers. Welcome aboard!

@MrWrob32 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Andy for the pitching instructions, as I'm waiting for one to be delivered

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

Peg out the corners (inner and outer) first, it’s as simple of that, it’ll fly up 👍

@dannyknight8082 Жыл бұрын

Great review as usual Andy. I've been looking at this for so long.. Just bought the Pioneer 2, so thanks for the help with that. I have the hubba hubba nx so can't have both that and the lanshan 2. Hmmmm.

@fraserconnell21 2 ай бұрын

Boosh 💥. Great, honest and Smashtastick positive review 😊. Appears to us that Andy is a unique youtuber in so much as he's no trump or a sell out too.. Basically fantastic job M'Andy😊😆👍🏼🙏

@adamjohnston447 6 ай бұрын

I too have used the Lanshan 2 for a couple of years. Fantastic tent, loads of space for one, double vestibule, been watertight, very light. Very little condensation. Can’t recommend enough, although always used with an additional ground sheet. And as long as you can cope with the gap all around between the tent and the ground. So although I’ve used it in sub-zero snow, it’s def not a proper 4 season tent

@mistymountainrambler61 Жыл бұрын

I’ve had my Lansham 2 4 seasons for about 3 years now and it’s still my go to tent for 3 seasons. I haven’t seen anything else that compares wrt price, size and weight. 👍 cheers all.

@neemancallender9092 Жыл бұрын

I have the Pro I set the poles at 135 Lets plenty of air flow with minimal condensation I have two 45 degree guys at each end Much more stable in wind

@Phil.Oakley Жыл бұрын

I've got this one too. I love it! The 2 guy out points are all that need seam sealing. It's far better than the pro and it's massive for 1. The latest release now has t zips for all inners too. I always keep mine at 125 as best for reducing condensation and my bag is left in the vestibule with the cover on anyways so doesn't get wet.

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing 👍

@adambarrett6715 10 ай бұрын

Hi Phil, what seam sealer did you use ?

@Phil.Oakley 10 ай бұрын

@@adambarrett6715gear aid silnet. It's about £10 and you don't need much. I didn't bother diluting it just used the little brush supplied and applied to the black tabs

@craigelliott4338 Жыл бұрын

Love my lanshan, I’ve got both inners, the groundsheet, and a few mods. Awesome tent

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

I was thinking of getting the mesh inner too!

@craigelliott4338 Жыл бұрын

@BackpackingUK I started with it, it's very nice in the summer chilling inside the mesh, in shade but still bug free and taking in the views. I also recommend the ground sheet and metal zpacks door hooks.

@realfingertrouble 10 ай бұрын

@@BackpackingUK that's the one I have, about to take it out properly, but if it's anything like the Lanshan 1, the 4 season inner is rather hot in summer/autumn....so thinking 3 season might suit me more. It's weird cos draft do run through it, but I guess the solid mesh stops it? Hopefully the 3 isn't too breezy!

@jazclemmie 4 ай бұрын

You mentioned that the Lanshan 2 Pro has lots of condensation problems. Glad to know this, will avoid. So I’m thinking about getting this one you’re showing instead - but with the 3 season inner. I like it being see through and I intend to use throughout April - October in the UK. So warm weather, but undoubtedly still rainy days. Do you still recommend this? Or will it still be high condensation like the pro? Thank you x

@WafaaCho 2 ай бұрын

I have bought it and will be modifying it to prepare for testing next week. Camperlists shipping is really fast.

@pauledwards499 Жыл бұрын

Great review, thanks for this. I've got the Flames Creed Lanshan 1 and it's far too small if it rains so I think I'll give this one a go. It might be a good idea to cut a cheap tarp to size for a footprint though, otherwise it's a great set up.

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

I should have mentioned, the £152 includes a footprint too 👍

@pauledwards499 Жыл бұрын

@@BackpackingUK Brilliant! Even more tempted now

@d.2110 6 ай бұрын

I wonder, what do you think about the placing of the zippers? I just changed my thee season inner for the four season inner. I saw that all sides can open now. But they are one way zippers that close in the center on the bottom. In winter, to prevent condensation in weather below freezing, it's useful to be able to open the doors of the inner partly, for extra ventilation. But if I would do that now, it would be open on the bottom, which would give me a cold butt and it's not where the warm wet air wants to go out. I wish it was possible to open the inner on the tops. How about you? I guess I will find out if it matters this winter.

@Kev.B.4311 Жыл бұрын

Good vid as always dude...👍 I've got mine arriving soon, exactly the same, just couldn't resist it, as been looking at it for a while now & so this became this years bit of camp kit indulgence for me...!🤣 I had considered the T-Zip inner, but i think that J-door is defo more secure with a dog...✔️💯 I'm doing big tent camping with my mutt at the mo & it's blowing a gale...!🤬😂 but will hopefully have a nice little backpacking parcel to check out when i get home...!🙏 Excited...👍😄

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

I’m 50:50 about the different openings, both have their benefits!

@Kev.B.4311 Жыл бұрын

@@BackpackingUK Yeah defo agree, I do like both, but think that I made the right choice of inner for me with my mutt, as she would probably push her way out of the T-Zip...🙄🐕💕 Best thing is, wait for it...! I just got home & it has actually arrived...!👀🤯🤣 Seriously, it's here, it even had a couple of packets of emergency foil blankets with luminous whistles in the box🤣, must be a freebie, but still Cushtie & nice touch, but hopefully I will never need to use them...!😲🤞🙏 Oh well, no guessing what I'm gonna be doing tomorrow...!🤔🏕️✔️😄💯 Happy Dayz...!!! Have a goodun...!👊

@MrJezster Ай бұрын

Just receive the Lanshan 2 tent for hiking - same colour. It's would be nice to have lower tie down points on the long sides near the ground like the Pro. Otherwise - top kit.

@timgay3485 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for that. I really struggled with the doors on mine - the tent came with cords that I've just realised have to be connected to the doors, but I'm not sure I've done it properly. As well as that, the straps for adjusting the tension on the corners occasionally become detached. Any tips welcome.

@realfingertrouble 10 ай бұрын

It's the same as the 1 - it is rather confusing, you peg out the middle of the guy - you'll see a loop halfway along, that's where you put your peg, then the rest of the guy goes back to the stretchy loops on the bottom of the door flaps. So it tensions them out.

@timgay3485 10 ай бұрын

@@realfingertrouble Many thanks. That's really helpful. I have been doing this wrongly. I'll take your comments on board and try again. Many thanks.

@rodoutdoors Жыл бұрын

I have the original smaller double walled Lanshan 1 but got it with a 3 season T zip inner. This is smaller than the current 'Lanshan 1 Plus'. Great value and don't feel the need to try other trekking pole tents like a Durston since it's a solid double walled tent.

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

The 1P’s pack up tiny, like a sleeping pad!

@justgregdoingstuffandthat 2 ай бұрын

Looks perfect for me as a bike packer looking for a lightweight tent to use with a tarp in a forest, I have a question that does this have loops? so I can use instead of poles as I'm thinking of using two ridgelines 1 for tarp one for tent hope this makes sense :)

@BackpackingUK 2 ай бұрын

Unfortunately not 👎

@Jim553just 2 ай бұрын

I have just received mine, 30/3/24, really pleased with it. It now comes with 4 zipped doors, it is great. However, when I put it up - 20 minutes first time- it looked dreadful, saggy and baggy. Hopefully I will make a better job of it next time 😅

@BackpackingUK 2 ай бұрын

It does take a bit of practice but when you get the hang of it, it flies up!

@paulbache9874 Жыл бұрын

Andy - what’s your view on the 3 or 4 season difference? I’m not really a winter camper but for uk conditions would you still opt for 4 season over the 3? Thx P

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

Personally, I’d 100% opt for the ‘4 season’. It’s not really a 4 season tent anyway so it’s perfect for 3 season use in the UK.

@gonzalovilaseca 11 ай бұрын

Great review! Would you trust this tent in Icelands 70+mph winds? (with proper pegs)

@BackpackingUK 11 ай бұрын

No way! I would never attempt it!

@PKWeaver74 10 ай бұрын

Above 73mph on the Beaufort scale is a hurricane. I'm not sure it's advisable to rely on any tent in those conditions by choice. If it's a possibility that you accidentally get caught you want an expedition life support system.

@TimelordUK 11 ай бұрын

I have the 4 season 3F UL TAIJII 2. I love it. How does this compare to that? (I'd never buy a trekking pole tent because I don't ever use trekking poles)

@BackpackingUK 11 ай бұрын

I haven't used the Taijii. However, I often say I wouldn't use a trekking pole tent if I didn't use trekking poles.

@realfingertrouble 10 ай бұрын

Did you add the extra wind guys at the top of the poles? Don't remember those from mine....

@BackpackingUK 10 ай бұрын

No, they came as standard. This is the 4 season version so maybe it just comes on this model?

@lefrash Жыл бұрын

love mine. A bit difficult pitching in strong winds, but a bit of practice and it's doable, and once its up, its great in wind. The three season inner though can get a bit breezy if you dont get the outer low to the ground... not a drop of condensation though!

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing 👍

@finchpyn Жыл бұрын

For strong winds I always carabiner one corner to my ruck sack so it can never blow away 👍

@karlbratby4349 8 ай бұрын

how would you compare it to maybe the MSR HUBBA HUBBA, tempted but the material seems very thin and a bit floopy and those tie down points in the big panels look like they will tear very easy in the wind

@BackpackingUK 8 ай бұрын

It’s well made for the money and it’s a proven tent. However, it will always have the drawbacks of a trekking pole tent. I personally wouldn’t use one in strong winds and rain.

@musicman4164 10 ай бұрын

I've had my Lanshan 2 for 3 years now, great tent, paid £86 from Ali express, had to wait nearly 3 weeks for delivery, but well worth it, absolute bargain.

@roastntoast7550 7 ай бұрын

What would you recommend? the Lanshan 2 or the Lanshan 2Pro in the 4 season version? You've already seen both and can therefore definitely make a recommendation! Thank you in advance for your answer!

@BackpackingUK 7 ай бұрын

The Pro 4 season is far from 4 season but it will block some of the chilly wind. The double walled normal 4 season will be much better in cooler conditions.

@roastntoast7550 7 ай бұрын

@@BackpackingUK thanks for your answer.

@ianhassall3757 7 ай бұрын

Lanshan 2 4 season every time. The seam sealing seems like a pain, and condensation in the Pro can be shocking. The L2 is a great tent.

@petelomax. 11 күн бұрын

Hi Andy, I just ordered one of these. Quick question is it easy to close the door from the inside?

@BackpackingUK 10 күн бұрын

Very easy!

@LukePompey 9 ай бұрын

You say on the Durston video that it’s not your favourite pole tent… and insight into what is your favourite?

@BackpackingUK 9 ай бұрын

I think the Lanshan 2 is better value for money and I prefer the Tarptent Stratospire 1. From memory Dan Durston designed his original X-Mid after using his own Stratospire.

@ayrshirecamper7040 11 ай бұрын

Is it any good in the winter as it says it’s a three season tent on Amazon

@BackpackingUK 11 ай бұрын

It's a 3+ season tent at best. Personally, I wouldn't use this in winter. It's still a great tent though!

@camperlists7090 Жыл бұрын

Lanshan2 series indeed a good tent

@derekhughes4028 4 ай бұрын

Any opinions on the Whislux Loary 2 Tent over this Lanshan?

@BackpackingUK 4 ай бұрын

I wouldn’t buy it for solo use but it makes a lot of sense for 2 people.

@adampankhurst8266 9 ай бұрын

I've been looking at this version. Their website says to seam seal the side wall tie outs...is that really necessary?

@BackpackingUK 9 ай бұрын

I would if you’re planning on using it in the rain. Buy a Gear Aid kit from Amazon. It won’t take long to do 👍

@adampankhurst8266 9 ай бұрын

Thank you.

@farmerspud1270 Жыл бұрын

Quick question,this tent 3F Ul lor the white Forclaz trekking pole tent to buy??

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

That’s really hard. They’re both great tents but for me I’m not convinced on white tents!

@farmerspud1270 Жыл бұрын

@@BackpackingUK Yeah,I agreed the white colour is very hard to keep clean and to go stealth camping in. Thanks.Have you see the one Tigris Stella tent?.No one has reviewed it in the UK yet.Good budget tent but the question is condensation.

@GRUMMPYOLDGIT Жыл бұрын

I’ve got a Lanshan 1 plus, 4 season inner, can’t get on with it, the inner is fat too flappy, however I pitch it. Will sick with my Helm 2, even though, it’s twice the weight.

@seswas1 4 ай бұрын

This looks as tho a good gusty storm would make it a very sleepless night tbh.

@stevewebb2102 Жыл бұрын

So tempted. But i love my Phoxx 2v2 and i dont think i can justfy owning 3 small tents!

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

It’s the weight and pack size though, it’s so small and light yet is big when pitched.

@stevewebb2102 Жыл бұрын

@@BackpackingUK you're right. Hence its in my basket and i keep hovering over the order button :)

@Overworkt 7 ай бұрын

@@stevewebb2102I have the phoxx too. Did you do a buy? 😬

@stevewebb2102 7 ай бұрын

@@Overworkt I cannot possibly comment with an answer publicly. But one did mysteriously turn up at my mum and dad's house

@chriser9737 Жыл бұрын

I just bought one, need to seal it 😊

@elliemalone Жыл бұрын

Should I buy???

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

You don’t need to seam seal the double-wall, 4-season versions, it comes seal sealed unlike the Pro.

@mikelovesbacon Жыл бұрын

@@BackpackingUK It does need its side guy-out points sealing

@finchpyn Жыл бұрын

I would spread it with nikwax as well as this increases the waterproofing massively

@finchpyn Жыл бұрын

@@elliemalone definitely 👍

@lew0071 Жыл бұрын

Hi Andy can you link the delta pegs you’re on about please. I’m not sure what these are but would like to upgrade my tent pegs. Cheers

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

deltagroundanchors.co.uk

@lew0071 Жыл бұрын

Thankyou

@arranbailey4818 11 ай бұрын

I suppose I will have to buy one then., you keep making me spend money 😂

@BackpackingUK 11 ай бұрын

😂👍😂👍

@RootsLion Жыл бұрын

chukles its summer you needed that 6 months ago but yes v nice shame they dont come with a pop up pole option not carry hiking sticks lark :) cmon lanshan chuk adjustable poles in n a camo one d be nice giggle :)

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

I’m been away in Norfolk this week, you couldn’t go out without a fleece and a coat on 😩

@RootsLion Жыл бұрын

@@BackpackingUK count yaself lucky you can get anywhere .. without ya own transport in this cuntr your fkd smh i d give a fkn kidney t get t peaks or highlands

@gassyinc6406 Жыл бұрын

Hey Andy, I was wondering if you can recommend me a starter backpacking tent, I'm 6ft, and want to spend no more than £150. Thanks.

@scottcoull88 Жыл бұрын

Both naturhike cloud up 2 and cloud peak 2 tents are in your budget and are great little starters

@richardb7726 Жыл бұрын

Not Andy, but I thought I’d put in my opinion! If your looking for a tent, Andy is right, 10 out of 10. Some times you got to spend a bit of cash, saves money in the long run, but..this tent is cheap in tent terms. My advice, don’t buy a cheap tent from mountain warehouse or decathlon. You will end up buying another sooner rather than later. You will struggle to get anything decent under 150 quid, unless you go down the tarp and bivvy route (I have one, it’s not a bad idea) I would seriously recommend the langshan in the video. I have had one for 2 years now. A starter tent that will last you many years. You say you want cheap. This is pretty cheap. But I would still buy, it if it cost a bit more. 300-400 quid there are better tents, but not for 150 Obviously, it depends on what you are going to be doing, as Andy says, it’s fine for most of the U.K. But, everything is a compromise. If I was in the lakes or cairngorms in the middle of winter, I would think twice about it. I would take a heavier, more stable tent. But be honest, are you going to be doing that? It would be ok when it was high winds and lashing it down, most of the year - if you take longer pegs. But this is falls into insignificance when you take into account the weight. the weight saving is brilliant. If you were doing a distance walk or walks in the peaks, dales or lakes, it would be fine for your needs. A heavier tent, say, 3kg added to gear plus food, water etc make things a real slog. Save that for when you need it, in the winter I am 6’1” and have no real problems with the langshan You do need trekking poles (recommended anyway when walking with a pack, so much easier) and you will need to waterproof the seams (very easy to do). It’s very light and it works. Light means everything. You could do worse.

@mikelovesbacon Жыл бұрын

Lanshan 2 Plus, it might cost you slightly more than £150 though

@gassyinc6406 Жыл бұрын

@@richardb7726 hey thanks for the suggestion, after looking around at other reviews and videos I have decided to go with the lashan 2 4 season. I only said 150 as this would be my first time backpacking and don’t fancy spending lots of money on something I might not enjoy. So 150 on this tent will be suitable for starting out and then if I do like wild camping then I’d upgrade, but thanks for the detailed response, really do appreciate it.

@richardb7726 Жыл бұрын

@@gassyinc6406 no worries, I was the same. But, if you’re going out on your own, don’t want to spend too much and don’t mind roughing it, consider a Bivvy combined with a tarp Check out the book, The book of the Bivvy by Ronald Turnbull. A good read in its own right

@p3nnywise81 Жыл бұрын

Is collins outdoors legit? Sorry about the link... been following your reviews for a while. Thankyou

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

Yes, 100%, same as Camperlists. I prefer getting my gear from them rather than risking Alibaba!

@p3nnywise81 Жыл бұрын

@BackpackingUK thanks so much Andy! And thankyou for your awesome reviews. I've been stealth camping for around 20 years and was always under the impression if it's not broken it doesn't need fixed. Old school haha. You have certainly helped with ny spending habits hahaha

@camperlists7090 Жыл бұрын

A company with 2 websites, Collins supports credit cards

@p3nnywise81 Жыл бұрын

@camperlists7090 thanks so much! so you are both the same company! That explains it. Either or I just spent a lot yesterday. Keep up the good work. 👍

@willeymunda Жыл бұрын

Which version comes seam sealed?

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

This one 👍 not the Pro 👎

@TheSotai 9 ай бұрын

If you had squashed it down, it would pack down to half that size

@FACup-eu2dt 10 ай бұрын

It's not a four season tent, the fly sheet doesn't fit, the pegs are crap, you need walking poles to put it up, and it's no good in the wind. This tent is 10 /10, what does he consider rubbish?

@nikkirazelli3250 2 ай бұрын

heavy for an ultralight tent

@thisbeem2714 Ай бұрын

lol, it’s budget ultralight. 😅

@stevenjones1797 Жыл бұрын

Love my Lanshan but 4 season,, nope

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

I think that's a standard Lanshan four season owner response!

@thisbeem2714 Ай бұрын

I think I’d rather have a good three season tent and then if I must, have a dedicated winter tent. I don’t see myself winter camping though.

@RootsLion Жыл бұрын

an they all need to bring back quality floors bathtubs that aint tissue paper ya scared a gettin holes in lol or need an extra groundsheet under it thats slippery af lol n u still end up w a grass porch floor smh lol :)

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

100% agree! North American tents are even worse!

@davidhudson7590 Жыл бұрын

Im weary of chinese products dont seem to last tbh a dare say in nlack friday sale i paid 23 quid more than this for msr exilir 2 in green seems a better tent alround bit heavier maybe but i dont half toothbrushes and weigh my bog roll etc 😂