Expensive Military Tent - The Mountain Hardwear Hunker 1 - Follow Up Review

[@ke6nber]

I have absolutely no need for this tent. It's way too expensive, I don't need a 4-season tent, it's too heavy... Gawd, I want one! Good video, as usual. Well done.

[@tylersimplot13]

Its pretty nice man

[@willong1000]

Luke, please include NSN numbers in addition to a supplier link when you review actual military issue gear--it helps immensely when one is searching the net trying to locate sources or deals on such goodies.

[@jhoonhp8923]

Over the years I have learned its worth the extra $$$ for good quality gear.

[@jakeboss2653]

I love this tent, I used it on my first hunting trip a week ago, and also planning using it for my 2nd an 3rd hunting trip in next month or 2, and where i'm going its suppose to snow, and very much looking forward to it, so i'm very glad you reviewed this tent. -Jake

[@AnthonysOutdoors]

If anyone is considering buying one... just do it. I finally bit the bullet and this tent is awesome. Luke's review is what finally sold me on it. It does smell weird when you first open it up and I'd recommend airing it out before taking it on a trip. Havent had a chance to use it in the rain but it handled 40 mph winds no problem.

[@DirectorBNI]

I remember this one! That is a fine tent! We have a few of them we use in desert operations...

[@TheOutdoorGearReview]

No kidding! I'd love to hear more about that brother. - Luke

[@rayngrace]

see, you can say stuff like that and stop dead. we would like to hear more about it. review if possible. looking forward to it.

[@scorpionsunday9483]

Looking to sell one?

[@caseyvue6086]

Director Border Narcotics Very interesting I wanted one or website please.

[@jonahramos8866]

I picked one up for $398! Can't wait to test it out.

[@critex123]

4 years later and I still can’t find this

[@michaelberry530]

Great review on an interesting tent option. In my military experience sniper groups used the U.S.G.I. four-part Military Modular Sleep System. I'm not saying they didn't use this tent, I simply never seen one in a loadout.

[@RoskildeJonas]

Also hard to imagine sniper teams sniping form inside a tent. Many downsides and very limited upsides.

[@lcdrhobiesaunders446]

I have bothe the hunker 1 and the assault 1 tents. Assault 1 is foliage green and has a screen in the second door

[@AnthonysOutdoors]

This tent looks perfect for my Pronghorn hunt next year in Wyoming. Wind destroyed our tent the last time we went. This being rugged and low profile should make for a better shelter. Price is hard to swallow but this is a one of a kind item.

[@noblewolf7175]

Hey Luke I have the Sierra Designs version of this tent known as the Solo Assault Shelter. It is Grey and it has mesh on both doors and a clear plastic window.

[@matthewbazerkomccusker74]

Yeah I had ….yes had that tent ,they have copied that tent .I loved that tent .Hope I can find another one some day .

[@scorpionsunday9483]

Sadly I did not come across this video for a year and a quarter since you posted it, now I cannot find one of this sweet tents

[@theelusivewoodlandhobo5348]

If you ever get a hold of the sierra designs solo assault ...Please do a comparison, I would like to know if the breathable fabrics perform the same... thanks luke !

[@Zack_Darce]

great follow up! I may have to buy one.. just started looking at 4 season tents! you are right that this is a good bargin!

[@johnwalker91]

Hi the hunker 1 still available love the channel and unbiased reviews thanks

[@rix077]

I have a couple of recon/stealth tents... I sleep on a inflated pad these days.... but I’m wanting a stealth low profile tent that can put a cot up in...

[@richardjones990]

The Hilleberg Akto is a four season double wall tent that weighs over a pound lighter than this tent. Its venting is pretty good with little moisture problems. It does cost $45.00 more than this tent but worth it. One thing that the Akto doesn't have that yours does is the cool factor. I would love to try the Hunker as a hunting blind for whitetail deer. With the right amount of fallen timber around it it would become invisible, safe and warm in the damps. I can see why the SEALs used it. Thanks for the follow up review of this impressive masterpiece.

[@eberry023]

You can get the Akto in sand and coloring between the two would be pretty similar. This does look like a really cool tent.

[@richardjones990]

The 28" height won't work for me. No wonder they call it Hunker.

[@crswro1690]

i wouldnt doubt that there is an NDA or OPSEC concerns with releasing specific details about a contracted piece of equipment. there are a lot of hoops you need to jump through to be cleared for certain things, and mountain hardware is taking it seriously. as they should.

[@larryuknow]

Love the tent, don't like the price and weight. I pass, but still like to have one lol

[@toothlessgrin04]

Yup... id love it at 150

[@WhyAreTheyOverHere]

It's a tent for the right survivalist/prepper needing that durable, low profile, 4-season capability.

[@pawoutdoors9290]

Here high on the Canadian Rockies you need a 4 season tent. Even in summer we get weird weather. Seen snow in every month. Better a little extra tent than frozen and soggy

[@MattMc365]

I have this tent . The titanium version . It’s a dope tent . I used to have the solo assault by Sierra designs, if I remember correctly. Same tent but different material . The S.D. is better quality. Double walled , just better .

[@TALYNBM]

Thx for the link, I erased my comment as I found the webpage. On another note, I appreciate and enjoy your videos very much. Always very informative and great products being reviewed.

[@AndreMBarthels]

I own two of them, awesome sturdy tent, get one while they're available

[@AlbertaBushcrafter]

Wow, Luke! That's a great price for such an excellent 4-season tent!

[@warrendejager203]

Sorry, posting went wrong. Full cover ripstop fly external vestibule both sides ( unlike the Marches Cyclometure, which has the vestibule inside) Duralium nesting poles proportionally big for the square meter age of the material. Purportedly used several times on Killy expodetions in the 70 - 80's.... keen to hear your thoughts.... BTW do you have some segment covering older tents of that vintage ? Lots of fellas out there who have older gear that works.... RGDS Warren

[@aaroncarbon518]

Which would you prefer the hilleberg solo or this tent? There around the same price but that looks alot more sturdy. Great video

[@dmtnw4480]

What a great tent, but the price is out there thanks for showing us this wonderful tent God Bless you

[@BlackRifleSurvival]

Definitely a pricy tent, and linking two together would be awesome. I have a catoma ibns I use for now but I'll get either this or the snugpak scorpion. Haven't decided yet. Cool follow up.

[@davidbeauchamp8842]

I wish that you could add to your reviews (especially on stealth tents), how lights from inside transmit to the outside at night.

[@cammiemck634]

If I am to justify that amount of money that is the only tent I’m ever going to own, I am very envious of you good sir.

[@christophergraff6683]

woah you said .. Pouring Rain & NOT Pouring THE rain ;) Good vids as always Luke !

[@michaelzimmerman8959]

Awesome tent, and fantastic review. Thanks

[@benterwellen]

good review, i really think this tent would be too small for me, and a company who does not respond to customers is out..........

[@SFCRambo60]

I wish that the front vestibule was larger so it had sides. Maybe conform to the tent itself. And yes not having a mesh to the rear door so there would be good air flow but I can't get over not having a fly over the tent and being an all season tent, crazy.

[@craiga.miller8739]

Love your stuff, Luke and Family

[@craydimpel9289]

I would love to see a review / comparison between this tent and the Sierra Solo Assault Tent. They are much alike but which is better? Weight, waterproof, condensation etc. All that good stuff you always test 🙌🏾

[@matthewbazerkomccusker74]

Think the solo assault is better

[@lonetrader1]

I like this one a lot, might look into it

[@jeepercdm2293]

I like this tent too. I know that you have the 4 season Hilleberg Akto tent as well, I bought the Akto myself and love it. Can you also do a fallow up on that tent? I'm sure your other followers would like to hear your take on it.

[@JRJohnson1701]

Interesting tent, for sure. I was wondering, what is your suggestion for a 3-day bug out bag? As in, stranded, car won't work, gotta walk home. Would you put the military improved combat shelter in there, a bivvy, or something else? What about food, water purification, etc.?

[@kristoffernewsom9954]

Pro bars, life straw, flask of 151 proof alcohol, bivvy sack, water repellent down blanket. Maybe a raincoat and a flashlight.

[@tristansittler3615]

ah, only if it were a little bit bigger. i need a four season tent for me and my bro for our winter trips, cause even though Texas winters don't have much snow, it still gets cold enough to leave frost on the tent.

[@warrendejager203]

From South Africa ever come across a Backpacker Kestrel ? Fully cognisant of the design requirements & differences between 2 & 3 / 4 season tents This is truly both 3 & 4... A, frame, exo skeletal

[@AnthonysOutdoors]

DOD Non-disclosure agreements probably prevent them from releasing the materials list. I plan on buying one this weekend as I need a low profile, 4 season tent that can handle Wyoming winds during Pronghorn season. My only question is the vestibule flap. Is it water resistant like the rest of the tent? I'd plan to cook underneath it using a small alcohol stove.

[@andrewjohnson7]

Did I hear the words common and sense used together? 🤯 You can't say stuff like that to the internet bro. They can't handle it!

[@RomeoEdward]

Well built, but too many negatives for backpacking. Since you like to go out in extreme bad weather I would like to see you review the Hilleberg Akto tent in wind and extreme weather. Could be a very interesting survival video.

[@garriesatchwell6100]

Hi mate , I’m trying to purchase this tent but live in the uk 🇬🇧. Could you please send me a link where I can get one please ... looks awesome . Keep the vids coming , love your channel 🤙

[@treedirt10000]

The design is nice.

[@tylersimplot13]

Just checking back, did you ever mount a mesh door?

[@vettepilot427]

Luke- Thanks very much for the follow-up? Have you had any issues with condensation inside? This can be an issue with small single wall 4 season tents.

[@quantumprepper6715]

I like the tent but 5lbs is too heavy. What would be your next choice in a lighter weight package?

[@Jesusandbible]

looks like a masterpiece

[@carterrk]

Just a thought. They may have a NDA in place. (Non Disclosure Agreement)

[@soft_kitty_9559]

hello luke, love this video. Can you review Cabelas 4 seasons extreme weather tent. Or do you know any one who has bought this particular tent. I am thinking on purchases one. Since I live in Idaho and we get strong wind storm during the winter. Sometimes we might get a good snowfall. What tent would you recommend?

[@KatJaguar1122]

I’m not sure why more small tent designers haven’t jumped on this extended porch option, after all when it rains, one needs an area to heat food and drink under, maintain equipment, change clothes, etc.

[@exploringwithcaelan]

Tbh I don’t mind the weight of the tent I actually like due to the fact it’s coyote brown but only that am a small dude found the same exact tent about half the price witch is really good for that kinda tent well you just mentioned the website

[@explorersofthewild]

5lbs for a solid 4 season tent. Honestly that’s not bad at all. I wouldn’t hesitate to winter backpack with.

[@keithvantassel8271]

hey can u do a bid on setting up a basecamp for long term 1or 2 weeks I.e. hunting or vacation type?

[@wp4565775]

What would be a good comparable tent to the Hunker 1? Thanks.

[@HansumRob100]

i love it... i want one...

[@Jesusandbible]

The design I want, but off the chart for me price wise, and getting rare. Is there anything like this shape in lower grade materials, so cheaper and can be modified and improved. I guess I must go for the Mil Tec Recon 1.

[@Jorigin]

Jesusandbible Siera Designs Solo Assault

[@jefferyspringer]

Luke, can you recommend a great tent or swag that fits on a cot?

[@playAgainMe]

hey luke, can i get your recommendation on a good inexpensive water bladder for hiking/camping and a good drybag

[@mikaelbergman9108]

Any test of Mil-tec recom tent??

[@robertg8875]

Is there an overnight in snow ? Condensation in the morning?

[@jasonminion3129]

DANG IT!!!! I want one!!!!

[@travislupum]

It’s like my Sierra designs solo assault shelter

[@ForBritannia]

Is there any chance you could review the Polish Army Lavvu there are a lot of people in Europe picking them up now and they seem really good

[@ppratt3]

Reminds me of my Alps maybe a little bigger but def. a lot heavier and more expensive than mine.

[@leonkavliesaltvedt6884]

Hey luke can you make a rewiew on the fjallreven abisko lite weight 2 tent

[@4635235]

Hello there. My MH Hunker 1 have bugs-insect nettings for both front and back entrance. How come yours does not have for the back entrance? Thank you.

[@jesuskang1004]

이 궁딩이 텐트의 전신격인 씨에라 디자인의 '솔로 어설트' 모델까지 양문 메쉬구조입니다 헝커로 바뀌면서(SKDTAC에서 판매) 후문의 메쉬는 사라졌습니다.ㅠ 이쉬운 부분입니다

[@DaMuses]

If you're tall, 6'3" or taller, then you cannot sit up within this tent. Well, you can, but your head would be pushing through the tent top. Otherwise, this tent rocks for a single adult. Yes, I have one... used it through a forest/brush fire deployment... 95+ Deg F weather... torrential downpour... and a mild (icy) Winter.

[@nicoleandjoshbaldwin4228]

The reason that you will probably never get an answer is because mountain hardware was probably contracted by that company to make those tents for the military and the specific materials that they used are under patents held by the military or that company and so therefore they can not be disclosed.

[@panzerabwerkanone]

How does it handle powder burns from 7,62X54R?

[@rickkephartactual7706]

I had one, I liked the design, very robust, but leaked like a sieve when it rained. Very, very disappointed for the both the price and something that came from Mountain Hardware. I expected much better performance. One really positive note, I sent it back because of the leaking and received a full refund promptly.

[@rollingreport]

Twain famously said to "substitute 'damn' every time you're inclined to say 'very;' your editor will delete it and the writing will be just as it should be." I think of him every time I say-and then delete-the word "very."

[@grotlek]

Would you not expect a 4-season tent to have two layers of fabric for insulation and avoidance of condensation? (Maybe I'm just confused - not an experienced camper).

[@TheOutdoorGearReview]

Some 4 season tents are double walled but some are single walled. Both are common and both have pros and cons. - Luke

[@grotlek]

Hi Luke, thanks for the reply. Would you therefore recommend using one of those bivvy sleeping bag covers around the sleeping bag in a single-walled tent like this for an effective second layer to protect against the sleeping bag becoming wet? Or am I missing something here. What exactly do I need to make sure I stay dry? (Two waterproof layers between the outside world and the sleeping bag seems a good idea because of the condensation issue). Sorry I'm pretty new, looking to get into camping and hiking, have invested in some semi-decent gear (nothing as expensive as this tent but looking for the best quality at an affordable price, at the point in the price/quality curve before the price sky-rockets for a seemingly little gain) and the last thing I want to do is ruin it with water damage or get myself hypothermia on my first real trip. Looking to find out about effectively staying warm and - possibly more importantly - dry in potentially random weather changes. While heat is obviously the critical factor - you don't die of wetness - at least if you're cold but dry you can warm up fairly quickly. If a down bag gets wet then you'll just bleed warmth out. I'm really surprised I can't seem to find good and thorough information about staying warm and dry with the potential different sleep systems and what features or combinations one should look for. (Please do treat this as a suggestion for a future video; if you like :-).

[@jacob_d_f]

I will take one.

[@dreww7498]

Just got this for 298 on skd, do you know if it is flame retardant? BTW what happened to your hair clippers, did they break halfway though or something??

[@indycharlie]

Hi Luke . How ya doing brother ? Went to your FB page and tried to find things for sale ?! No luck . What am I doing wrong ? Another great video, as always .......................... thanks G

[@TheOutdoorGearReview]

Go to the web site good buddy! There should be a link in the description box for each video. - Luke

[@matthewbazerkomccusker74]

It’s the same as the sierra designs solo assault teams tent

[@GraysOutdoors]

Another good review.

[@rongarrett1366]

You could get a Kodiak for $100 more, although that is a full-size tent.

[@Nordman555]

These are a unicorn cant find them anywhere

[@mattiep9924]

great video

[@Almirjaffa]

as son they publish full spec Chinese make copy next morning... maybe thats why they kept info

[@Isheian]

No rainfly?

[@tygeron3145]

Currently out of stock according to the website linked to this video

[@ogenmatic]

Maybe there's a "C" in the instructions (classified)

[@fireyourrocketts]

Some one makes sure certain polotician dont get hands on it then!

[@mikel9567]

Does it have a NSN number?

[@andrewtimms4299]

I thought I had ringing in my ears but it's insects. Great video.

[@loretospiteri3626]

Luke, what is the name of your site. Thx Larry

[@TheOutdoorGearReview]

theoutdoorgearreview.com Larry. - Luke

[@natereim]

Maybe no response because of the military nature of the tent?

[@tylersimplot13]

Please do a "how to" on putting a vent or bug proof breatheable lid on the on the access door. Ill pay!

[@tylersimplot13]

@Stephen Shipley with this tent you can connect another. I'm interested in a how to basically on installing something like a net on a windor or door and suggested that as a way to improve this.

[@danielcruz4850]

Don't 4 season tents have inner and outer walls?

[@damnitChadwick]

I want one

[@sergiojimenez9639]

Where could I buy one???

[@DaMuses]

SKD tactical carries them... but only in gray nowadays.

[@MrFullautoak47]

What a funny looking ICS TENT...or was that mine...

[@photolarry6918]

Do you want o sell this tent, need one soon...

[@Maxhunter12]

It's sold out.