A tip for people with silnylon trekking pole tents, after some rain you usually don't need to get outside and adjust the tension for each point individually. Just set the trekking pole up initially at a couple degrees of angle, and then when it gets wet, pull the bottom of the pole closer to the tent bathtub, straightening it from the bottom; increasing tension on the top of the tent and removing the sag.

My wife and I have the lanshan 2 and the lanshan 2 pro. I knew once seam sealed, it wouldn't leak. And you showed the fortius tent and compared it to the lanshan 1 pro. To be fair, the fortius is a 2 person tent so you can't really compare the sagging to a 1 person lanshan. The lanshan will sag a little but I've never had to make more than 1 adjustment after the sagging happened and no more sagging. The lanshan 2 and 2 pro are both incredible tents for the money. Properly set up, they won't sag much or need continuous adjustments. Usually, just 1 and done. The zpacks duplex is definitely half the weight of the lanshan 2 pro and the fortius but price vs. Those other 2 is where the lanshan shines. And, they can easily be made better with minor mods. I recommend the 3f ul lanshan 2 and 2 pro to anyone looking for a quality tent at a very budget price! I just ordered the Durston xmid 2 and am looking forward to putting it side by side with our lanshans and our duplex.

I have the Lanshan 2 and absolutely love it. Had it out in the rain multiple nights. It has outperformed any of my other tents. Thanks for sharing and thanks for your no nonsense reviews!!

Everyone I know that has these, love them. Yes it gets bad condensation when low winds as single skin, but for weight, room and quality, it’s tough to beat these. Tbh I think the non-pro version is great too. Heavier as double wall, but that solves getting your down bag wet. Amazing for the money imo

YES! I couldn't wait for your rain test and bought it anyway. Now I'm happy it performed well in your test.

I have 2 Lanshan 1 PRO tents. 1 pc 3 season and 1 pc 4 season. I use 3-season ones in the forest and 4-season ones in the Swedish mountains. I have now used them for 3 years and they work very well. They are seam sealed. I have during these 3 years more is 60 nights in them. I've had them in heavy 24-hour rain and wind up to 20 sec/m wind in the Swedish mountain world without problems. That's a lot of tent for that money. I trust them 100%. I use my hiking pole for the tent because then I can increase or decrease the ventilation depending on the weather.

I’ve heard that the pro versions suffer with condensation more than the standard versions. I do own a lanshan 2 pro and cannot say it performed badly condensation-wise, or in any other respect. It has performed outstanding in UK weather (wet and horrible) on the 2 occasions I’ve used it. It’s not my go-to but I do use it at least twice a year, although yet to use it in the middle of winter. It is reasonably well made and very light. That’s all I can say. Well worth the price they cost to buy 😅

Great test on an awesome and budget friendly tent brother.

I've had the Landshan 2 pro for years now. It's never failed me, the thing is light and compact too! Never needed anything else.

Luke I think it would be interesting if you took a tent you do not like because it leaked. Seam seal it and then put it through your test. For this one you liked the tent from the get go and you sealed it. How could it leak. Have a great one!

Thank you brotha for testing this tent out, and giving the facts as well as intelligent opinions based on years of knowledge, without agenda. And making your videos entertaining as hell. I'll watch an episode while solo camping occasionally. It's like camping with a bro. Appreciate you

So far so good with my Lanshan pro. Used it in high winds and solid rain and other than the condensation it has performed perfectly

I seam sealed my own lanshan 2 and then I left it in the garden set up for a month and it didnt leak once, fantastic tent.

I’ve used a Lanshan 2 person for a few years. For the money it’s a good tent. Light weight and easy to pitch (once you get the hang of it). Mine leaked on the tie out points on the end walls a bit of seam seal and she’s good to go

Have you ever done the silicone hack to seal things? If not, this could be a whole video! Kind of a game changer imo- You Mix some denatured alcohol into pure silicone caulk or sealant, which makes it less viscous, and thins it out some. Then use a small paintbrush, like 1/8 for artists, or even a small chip brush or whatever, and you "paint" it onto seams, or anywhere you want to seal up. It's seriously genius, and you can make the solution even thinner, and apply a thin layer to any tarps, jackets, shoes, boots, pants, vehicles, boats, groundsheets, umbrella, anything you want a thin flexible 100% waterproof layer on. It's endless what you start realizing you can use this for! But sealing up around zipper repairs, tent repairs where you have a small tear you have to sew up, this makes it a permanent mechanically strong joint as well, depending on the quality of your specific silicone blend. Not all silicone is the same although they all say 100% silicone. Some of the best stuff EVER, for camping and bushcraft is the "Shoe Goo", you can get at walmart or hardware stores. It's actually more formulated for rugged use, and bonds better to all materials. Telling you, once you add this to your arsenal, it will be essential as edc kit! The stuff is a miracle for seam sealing and repairs. Literally almost anything you can imagine breaking, chances are, I'll be like, well, I guess I'll just silicone it for now, tape it up. So many even temporary repairs turn out just lasting forever. Handles on things, broken containers, things that crack, even just repairing old seams that come up, etc.. Thin it out, paint it on, let it cure, it's flexible, non intrusive, dries clear, and absolutely waterproof with no margin or error when you just cover everything that could leak. And the extra weight is not noticable. a tiny tube of sealant could do 50 tents probably. So the weight of 1/50th a little tube of caulk, for 100% certainty of dryness and peace of mind is beyond worth it. Try it out for some raw untaped seams some time, or build a custom tarp tent.. like I said it's a game changer!

Thank you for this review. I'm considering this tent for a scout trip to Philmont Scout Ranch but the other backpacking tents out there are crazy expensive.

Looks good.

please do the Lanshan 2 review. The Pro version. A much roomier tent than the lanshan 2. Love the reviews you do!

I have the 3F UL 2 Pro and loves it. Seam sealed it myself and had no issues.

Nothing beats the Teton sports mountain ultra series for price/performance.

Hey Luke! Long time watching your channel. You do a great service sir. I recently saw a new tent on the LoneWolf channel. The Nortent Vern 1 one person tent. It looks to me to be the best one person tent EVER!! I think it was released this past July. It looks bulletproof. Thanks for your work!!!

I think this tent is awesome! I would like to have a good inexpensive backpacking tent around just for an occasional use. and not wanting to spend a lot of money. I would very much like to see the 2 person tent. by a trusted KZfaqr... Luke you are the man. and my go to person if I am looking for good gear I can trust. thanks for your hard work and dedication

I've got the Lanshan Pro 1 and it's pretty awesome for the price, weight and internal space. I got mine seam sealed at the factory (it was an optional (paid) extra) and hasn't leaked once. Fair comments about the stretching, it is something to keep on top of in the rain. Condensation is a bit of a problem though - there have been times in the wind where I'm getting rained on inside as the condensation gets dislodged, but again... it's a single skin tent and condensation is generally an issue with all such tents. Overall, for the price and weight, it's a great tent.

Your videos gave me the confidence to order this tent to use on a through hike and to replace my heavier, too spacious MSR Hubba Hubba NX2. I am looking forward to do the seam sealing with your technique and test in out soon!

It always seems to rain where you are! 😁

Ive got the Lanshan Plus 1 with 4 season mesh and I think its much better then this pro version. Made many modes to make it even better and very happy to have my small portable home lol

I have this tent. I seam sealed it myself. In the last year, it became my favorite tent. Minimalist and lightweight. I had only a few days of rain in this time, but with no issue. No leaking at all.

I’m pretty sure this episode was just to show off your seam sealing skills.. 😂 thanks for the info, helps with every purchase I make or plan to make. Cheers 🍻

Could you do a Luxe tent? I have 2 of them with the ww3 stove. My buddy has different Luxe tent. They seem pretty good to us. Pretty fine winter camping.

"Seam sealing is super simple.. It only took me 10 years to develop the process."

I never camp without a tarp tied up above my tent anymore, peace of mind, and that way you can unzip a bit for ventilation

Congratulations on 500000

Curious if you actually slept in this tent to see how it performed. Like to see how the condensation was compared to your experience with Naturehike Vik 2 as they are both single-wall tents. I recall the Vik 2 be absolutely waterproof as well...

I'm glad you do these test bc most people will just say it said water resistant or water proof and some leak which would be a big problem on a long hike. Could just bring a tarp for extra protection but more wait

Great job seam sealing ! Thanks for the guide, did it to my bushcraft outfitters 10x7 tarp and worked perfectly

There are a number of chi ese companies making tents to this design. My 3FUL lanshan 1 (after seam sealing) and lanshan 2 (original version) have been out in everything and both have kept me dry.

Luke I had never doubt about the tent linking because you didn't awesome job sealing the tent

Thanks for all you do Luke, I look forward to all your videos.

Question… when you reviewed the River Country Products Trekker1, you stated over and over how you shouldn’t have to seam seal a tent when you buy it. With the Lanshan, you didn’t mind at all. I like both tents (RCP and Lanshan) and I think both are built well. I have no preference of one over the other. I do own a RCP silnylon tent that they sold to me as a prototype and I seam sealed it. It’s almost identical to the Lanshan 1 person. However, I’m not saying RCP are better… I’m simply curious as to why you said you shouldn’t have to seam seal one, but happily did the other. Thanks

When the Material stretches, does it soak up wather so that it needs to dry in dry areas? And does it makes a sheet of lets say toiletpaper wet when you fixate it in the inside of the tent? thank you

Yes get the 2 person tent and go for the comparison!

I thought it was gonna leak. But I'm a pessimist and expect the worse. So hey I love being wrong on these type of situations! Nice job on the seal!

there is a new 2022 double walled version that comes seam sealed I live in Australia so don't know about the availability for other countries but if you want to look into it I got it from (ultralight hiker) in Australia

Nice work Luke. I followed your seam sealing method and my Lanshan 1 Pro is also waterproof.

Not surprised. I have the Lanshan 2 pro. It has never leaked. Nice tent.

Please don't take this the wrong way. I am a long time viewer. But your last vids seem darker than usual. Are you using a different camera or settings?

I knew this tent would perform well :) can't wait for you to do some overnights in it for a full function review. I own the original 2 wall tent in Red. I figure if the weather is good, it's nice for star gazing without bugs bugging me. And I can somewhat extend my seasons with it. I know folks who take their 2P original on winter trips. That is not the 4 season one, by the way. Thanks for an amazjng test!

Great to know. Thanks for all. Your reviews are very interesting and useful.

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I always learn something watching your vids, Thanks 👍

brilliant video great test,love the storms!

Are you going to sleep in it during a rain storm? I’d love to hear your opinion on the condensation issue.

Wah! I got the same exact tent but yet to use! Hope my seam sealing is good! Thank you for the review. 👍🏼 1st.

I have the 2-person, double-walled Lanshan and love it. I have only had it out twice so far due to this year being too busy but it's a lot of tent for the money in my book. It would be great to see your take on it.

Good job on the seam seal Luke! 👊

💞 your show😎

Me- Is it going to rain? God- is Luke camping?

Hi Luke! I have every confidence in your seam sealing abilities. What do you do with all the tents once they fail or pass the test?

I knew it wouldn't leak because mine doesn't! Great tent.

is sil-nylon stretching permanent or does it shrink back to original size?

Nice tent, I would get the two man version just to have more room in case I got stuck in it on a rainy day. Had a cheap dome tent for my first tent years ago, seam sealed it and never had a bit of trouble with it even camping in a couple of epic thunderstorms one of them on an island in Tampa Bay. I only got rid of it because it started smelling so bad from my small kerosene lamp (no long lasting and way safer led lamps back in the seventies).

If i do buy the pro, do you think I should seam seal it myself or go ahead and pay the extra 30$ for the company to do it for me? I don't think it would be that difficult honestly

Quite ne subscriber! Great videos. Congratulations and keep the good work

I have the lanshan 2 person and love it so much lighter than the other tents I have.

Napthine and silicone, it's the best sealant ever look on KZfaq

Great video. No doubt the seam sealing was perfect!

Great info and good seam seal S & H.

I love it, I'll take a 1 and 2 person please and can I have you Luke seam seal it, great review brother, thanks for the time and effort.

Video very dark. Thanks for the review!!

A great addition.

Good job, my friend!!!

i have lanshan 2 pro and i love this tent. for this money in my opinion there is no better. I have never had any problems with it.

Awesome job!!

Could you cut clear tent tape, to stop rain getting in via seams, long strips all way along, they waterproof eh, that's easier if works ❤️

That is definitely (THE TENT)‼️👍

I bet it doesn't leak I trust in your skills

Excellent

Mmmm that condensation

These tents are growing on me. I have a question regarding silnylon stretching. Do they stretch once and that's it or do they stretch each time they get wet? And I'd love to see how the 2 stacks up against the Fortius and Zpacks.

yesss, use the original lanshan 2, which is double walled. its the cheapest version and should come seamsealed from the start.

I think it would have been fair to have put the guylines out, but it just goes to prove it does well without.

Thank you..

Get the 2p!! Let the games begin!!

Like what is your recommendation on a very quick set up tent thanks love the channel keep it up Sir.

I wish there was a link for the seam sealed episode.

I thought it would leak. Color me surprised that you really did pay attention to everything during the seam sealing process. Good Job. Warm Regards from Reno, Nevada.

Love your videos

I don't like materials that stretch when wet. I don't want to leave a nice dry tent to go outside and adjust things if I don't have to.

Good review Luke, try the std lanshan 2 maybe withthe 4 season inner. Imho its a killer bargain. Ive been testing my mine in worse and worse conditions and worst ive had is a sprinkle of spray driven under the top ventilation. Mesh stopped it though and i stayed dry. Simple idea well executed

If you know it sags, then why aren't you using shock cord guy lines on those centre panel points? You'd also stress a point of weakness for test.

I just got the lanshan 2 in. Haven't set it up yet. But I didn't spring for the pro bc I didn't want a single wall tent. And supposedly it's already seam sealed.. we shall see. As usual, I'm a set it up in the backyard n test it's waterproofing to be sure. Luke if you get a lanshan 2, would you get pro or regular & why? Curious if we think similarly or not 🤣🤣

Luke, maybe you or your followers might know the answer to my question. Would a silicone waterproofing spray, applied after a seam sealing help prevent the tent fabric from soaking up water and maybe reduce stretching? I’ve restored the water repellency of old umbrellas, cotton Army jackets and leather moccasins. I like the silicone waterproofing spray. What does everyone think? Kentucky

Thank you for sharing

Why you don't test winter tent ?. Hot winter tent with stove, so many different model out there and tipi. In term of survival for winter, durability, performance and more with wood stove. Thanks

I wish I could see you spend more overnight adventures

Have you bought a Durston X-Mid tent to test out? They should still be in stock for a November delivery (if you pay the extra $20 air freight shipping). We want your thoughts on this tent!

hey luke when will you do a video with your evil twin camping that be so cool

Always loved your test reviews. I am not even Chinese but must you say "Chinese Tent" in the title? I don't remember you specifying origin of country for other products. I wouldn't even talking where almost everything is "made in". Either way,,, thank you for the video as I have been really considering this tent but also highly considering tent from "Durston".

There is a shot of the 6am storm that looks like a layer of pea sized hail ?

Brough mine 3 years ago. Never have the time to test it.