Robens Chaser 1 | Lightweight Mountain Tent | As Good as the Hilliberg Akto?

A close look at the Robens Chaser 1 which is my high level mountain that i bought to replace my broken Hilleberg Akto.
The two tents are similar in design but very different in price.
The Chaser one weighs 1.2KG boasts 4 different pitching options including a very cool half mesh set up.
But as a standard tent it is an all in one pitch and holds a wind rating of up to 200km an hour! Which ideal for those wet and windy nights camping in the mountains.
I bought my Chaser 1 from Colin at outdoorgearess...
Some tec specs
Weight: 1245g
Pitching: as a unit
Flysheet: silicone/Pu nylon, 2000mm hydrostatic head
Inner: 20D nylon mesh
Groundsheet: 20D PU nylon ripstop, 5000mm hydrostatic head
Poles: aluminium 7001, T6, 8.5/7.0 mm, anodised
Pegs: 12 x 16cm square
Porches: 1, max depth 40cm
Inner Dimensions: 70 x 50cm ends, 90cm centre, max. height 90cm
#ultralighthiking
#Robenstent
#Chaser1

[@camping_guru_uk]

I've bought the Sprinter 2 from the same range mostly for 3 season camping and I was a bit concerned about the mesh inner. You've reassured me as you've managed ok even in winter. The quality has blown me away. I paid about £250 which is crazy cheap for such a good tent and it's definitely not that far off quality wise than some of these mega top end tents. Great vid, cheers.

[@CampLifeBushcraft]

Cheers bud. 👍👍

[@kornelcseri5115]

Such a good review and it gives a true insight! I have a Nordisk Otra 2 tent, but I need a lighter duty one and this Robens Mountain Tent caught my attention. Thanks again for taking your time in the rain and show the Robens tent in details.

[@CampLifeBushcraft]

@kornelcseri5115 thank you 😊

[@dancinghiker5779]

Robens brilliant make , I have the starlight 1 had it few years , all weather's all seasons solid tent . I've been looking at treating myself .

[@CampLifeBushcraft]

if you do, I hope you like it.

[@mrfairycake4333]

@@dancinghiker5779 I have the starlight 1 also only used a couple of times though. But as you have said it's been solid so far...I just got the chaser 2 arrived today, looking forward to testing it out 😀

[@SpumaSpuma]

@@mrfairycake4333 let me know how you find it!

[@southcoastoutdoorsuk6301]

Great viddy mate especially with all that rain !!! It’s a cracking tent and I think people need to look outside the box with choices now there are so many good tents out there that are not run of the mill Just got in the Sprinter 2 which is awesome and has similar setup features Nice one much appreciated and glad you love it Cheers Col Outdoor Gear Essentials

[@AdrainRobert-c8s]

Great video & review. I have the same tent.

[@CampLifeBushcraft]

Thanks Adrian. What are your pros and cons as an owner?

[@terrym1065]

Looks a good one Dan, rain test perfection.

[@CampLifeBushcraft]

@@terrym1065 haha, unexpected 😲

[@Marcin79W]

Great review. Thank you. Does it get a lot of wind inside under the flysheet? The flysheet seems to be quite high of the ground.

[@CampLifeBushcraft]

@@Marcin79W thanks. I've not found it an issue.

[@LaidbackAk]

Perfectly timed video for me, was just looking into this tent earlier today. Was thinking of getting the two person for a spacious one man tent. Only thing I worry about is the all mesh interior and small vestibule, but you seem to have allayed some of those fears. Toss up now between Robens Chaser 2 and Terra Nova Pioneer 2.

[@lifewithglee]

Looks similar to my Quechua Quickhiker 2 which seems to be discontinued now. Mine is UV damaged now and I'm looking for the same style as it's been awesome in all parts of South America and when I see storms coming, the tent is up within 5 minutes and still dry on the inside, unlike most dome tents. I found mine in a canyon in Brazil so some hiker had a shock the night he lost it. Your tent looks like it goes quite saggy when it rains. Great review. You'll probably see it on my channel somewhere.

[@GearTutorials]

I had a Robens Chaser 2 that failed on me in moderate wind only around 300m elevation. I bought it for the wind speed test claims on Robens website (claims the chaser withstands 200kph winds) and was understandably disappointed when the tent failed in wind that wasn't strong enough to knock me off balance as I bailed my camp. End result was a bent pole and snapped guy line. Long story short I did get a refund but in an email exchange with Robens they said "using the tent in strong winds will void the warranty". Sad to see they don't stand by their boastful wind speed claims. I won't be buying any of their stuff in the future based on their response.

[@SpumaSpuma]

Thanks for the tip. Did you use all the pegs?

[@mrfairycake4333]

Great effort in the rain :)

[@CampLifeBushcraft]

@@mrfairycake4333 thanks. It came out of nowhere!

[@mrfairycake4333]

I've just ordered one after watching your video 😀 have you had it out in strong winds yet and if so how did it handle it?

[@CampLifeBushcraft]

@mrfairycake4333 yes I have.. both up in the mountains and on Dartmoor. No problems, felt a safe place to be. Look though my videos. Plenty of uses.

[@mrfairycake4333]

@@CampLifeBushcraft Mine arrived today :) I got the Chaser 2 as there is not much weight difference and pack size from the Chaser 1. I'm loving the extra bit of space. Thanks for the fantastic review :) P.S. What's the groundsheet like on rocky ground is it holding up or do you use a footprint?

[@CampLifeBushcraft]

@@mrfairycake4333 👍👍

[@greekf]

Really nice video i really enjoyed it and i m about to buy one my self,but i have a question.At the 16:19 of your video the tents right side is really shaggy and the left one is really fine,is it due to poor piching at the time of filming?Thank u very much

[@CampLifeBushcraft]

@greekf the lightweight material pitches really nice, but when it gets wet, it sags and needs to be tightened. I was done, so I just ran inside.

[@j.brewer7717]

Great video in not good weather. Well done Dan👍

[@CampLifeBushcraft]

@@j.brewer7717 it was funny!

[@thegeordiefellwalker8878]

some great features for half the price of a akto. i always thought the abisko 1 lite had better features as well. the removable end poles are good as i like to stuff my tent into a roll top dry bag so its really small for carrying.cheers 👍

[@vvs3796]

Have you considered fjallraven abisko lite 1? They r now cheaper than used be. 500.

[@hedleythorne]

Great looking tent, seems really versatile too with the different configurations. I have something similar, love the one pole tunnel design though mine is heavier. Do you still have this 3 years on?

[@CampLifeBushcraft]

Using it on every mountain trip these days. 👍👍

[@Donscoular]

I just brought the Chaser 2, only pitched it once but looks Like it will be a great tent for harsh conditions.

[@DragoPyt]

Have you used it already?

[@Linleys]

That is a very good tent Dan, as I have seen you use in some of our trips. Your points are right on the mark. I like my Akto, fact, but if I'd seen the Chaser 1 before buying the Akto then I think the Chaser would be my choice for routine treks. Good video mate - what was all that rain about?! You kept going like a true committed reviewer! :) Cheers, Warren

[@stuartsutherland7664]

Porch looks too small for safely cooking and storing. Hopefully other manufacturers will double toggle the outer doors! How high are the end walls?

[@GiantGray]

Hey man great video.I enjoyed coasteering today did you ?

[@CampLifeBushcraft]

@GiantGray hey buddy, thanks. Yes, it was great fun! Hope to get the video out in a couple of weeks. 👍

[@GiantGray]

@@CampLifeBushcraftlook forward to it

[@afhevh]

What you said at the end is what I was thinking during your review, half the cost of the hilleberg.

[@CampLifeBushcraft]

@afhevh I loved my Hilleberg. But the cost is staggering.

[@grimmar80]

This tent has the same flaw for me as the Telemark 2. My feet and my head while on pad and in a sleeping bag, will be touching walls an condensation is getting my sleeping bag wet. I think this is a great tent for people who are no taller than 173cm. *I'm 180cm.

[@budwilliams6590]

How is the Robens Chaser different from the Starlight?

[@CampLifeBushcraft]

The starlight is the heavier more budget friendly version I believe.

[@johnfarthing7466]

Starlights are cheaper and heavier but significantly stronger, sturdier and warmer.

[@johnfarthing7466]

Starlight is cheaper and heavier yes, but it's also stronger, sturdier and warmer in winter

[@MrDerek2404]

@@johnfarthing7466 Starlight has much higher HH figures on fly & groundsheet .Also has better ventilation ,& much warmer ..The mesh inner is a dealbreaker for me .

[@dannybudd137]

Another cracking video buddy @CampLifeBushcraft 👏

[@CampLifeBushcraft]

@dannybudd137 thanks mate 👍

[@Andrewoutdooradventures1550]

Good video not in great Weather 👏👍

[@CampLifeBushcraft]

@@Andrewoutdooradventures1550 thank you 😊

[@Standswithabeer]

terrific video; thanks.

[@CampLifeBushcraft]

@@Standswithabeer 🙂👍

[@HardyBunster]

Always use all of the pegs provided. Otherwise the tent won’t retain its wind resistance rating.

[@BurtonOutdoors]

#ChubbyChaser

[@CampLifeBushcraft]

😂😂

[@dmitrijusciubinskis5156]

Akto is a proper 4 season tent. You are suposed to compare it with Enan which is lighter version. Hilleberg sells bulletproof coated tents, warranty and costumer service., Robbens is far away off being half off akto. That vent solution is very bad on Robens. Smaller size vestibule is a big downgrade for many. There is also resell value of a Hilleberg. Now Robens is a good tent that is not worth its on price realy, because it is priced close to fjällräven abisko lite which is another proper 4 season tent with more advanced materials.

[@ianmatlock1]

Nice tent for the money. Unfortunate on your choice of day to demo

[@CampLifeBushcraft]

@@ianmatlock1 😂😂

[@leonardmcdermott7703]

Kilograms not kilo, just like kilometres not kilos.

[@johnfarthing7466]

Fiddly to set up, too many daft little bits of string and awkward bits and the 200kph wind limit is just plain dreaming they're pretty flimsy. I don't own or particularly like hillebergs but they shit on these tents lol

[@DragoPyt]

No

[@dan001427]

Those 'daft little bits of string' are guy lines, and are essentially the same design as on the Hilleberg Akto which this tent is derived from.