First look Naturehike Cloud Peak 2 and Naturehike Star River 2. Which one to pick?

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I've been looking for a budget tent (self supporting) for my upcoming adventure and it has come down between the
Naturehike Cloud Peak 2
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or
Naturehike Star River 2
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Both of these tents will serve well wild camping, moto camping or up on a hillside.
This isn't a budget hiking tent review but a first look and comparison between the two.
I was impressed with the quality and ease of pitching. They are both spacious and will allow me to cook in the vestibule. the only question is which one do I take on the #tinybiketour .
00:01 Intro
01:45 Weights
03:30 Pitching Cloud Peak
11:37 Closer look Cloud Peak
17:50 Pitching Star River
31:06 Closer look Star River
34:30 Final thoughts

[@Nobby77]

Timestamps in description to save watching pitching

[@NoviceWildCamper]

Star river would be my choice. Can always turn two asda trollies upside down and tie the door guy outs to them!! Then again I need more length (in more ways than one) so I've always preferred that one. It's on my list 👍

[@AdamBurrows1993]

I appreciate the comparison they're both close, personally i'd go with the Star River 2 due to the fact that you can actually star gaze on a clear night.

[@Nobby77]

Cheers Adam, I took the cloud peak on the long trip and it worked excellently. I do prefer the star river over all though

[@outdoorswithdave.]

Good 1st look. Think I'd go with the Cloud Peak 2. I prefer the colour + no need to peg.

[@Dean_Smith]

SR2 owner and fanboi. Love it. Its a genuine 2 person tent with a nice square footprint for 2 with 2 full size square mats (not mummy). Would love it in more stealth covers. Yes its easier to pitch inner first, but can be done outer first with the footprint. Easy to spend time in with the head room if you have to. Doors opening both ways - and both sides all add to flexibility. You do definitely know when the sun is up !!. Absolutely love it for wild camping with 1 of the kids....For a 1 person trip.....would take my Southern Cross 1 :)

[@andrewforrest8938]

Like the cloud peak 2 it's green and it can blend into the background no one would know you were there great video 😀 👍

[@huntereddie7207]

Take the star river and use the petrol cans for ground anchors. I used my bike to tie tents down when no where to peg down.

[@Nobby77]

Good call

[@bushcraftdadgary5381]

Big up Naturehike! Loving my cloud up 2, had it 4 years now. £71 by some quirk of amazon. We all know they're knock off MSRs, but 3 for the price of 1 is a no brainer. i'm a bit 50 50 on those 2, but if i had to choose, i'd have the star river. Everyone says pitching mesh first in the rain will be tricky. Only if it was proper chucking it down, iv'e done mesh first in light rain and only had a few spots inside. In theory you could pitch outer first using the footprint, but it would be a bit of a faff, and most likely contain swearing. You also have the option of mesh only if you're confident of the weather , which is nice to try on a clear night. Good luck

[@Nobby77]

Never thought of that Gary, cheers.

[@terrypatterson1481]

Thank you for the demo Nobby - I would prefer the Cloudpeak 2 but that's my personal choice . I like the colour and the extra half kilo isn't really an issue.

[@stevo728822]

I'd go for the green tent. Both will deal with Summer weather but the white tent will attract more flies and mosquitos.

[@andyday4724]

Hi Nobby,don’t know if I mentioned that when you put the poles in,put the pole that hooks to the zipper side of the door on last so it’s ontop,it makes the tent a bit more tought,,and also when you’ve clipped the poles into the bottom holes just lift all 3 poles up and temporarily clip them all together with a big carabiner,,easier to clip together,,also just tie a little bit of string to the top hat and also a piece to the tent so you always know which way round the top hat fits,,,,I got some good ideas off I think he’s called the Yorkshire lad,,I think🤔🤔

[@Nobby77]

Spot on cheers

[@jennibristol7720]

I have a green star river 2, which I am happy with. I take it bike packing. I split the tent between 2 of us and it was the weight that sold it for me.

[@Nobby77]

Great tent

[@marcomcdowell8861]

Either way you go, you'll have a place to sleep. Me, I don't set out to go camp or tour with the intent of spending 16 hours inside. It's a shelter from the elements and a spot to lay down for the night. If you prefer not to be obvious to a passerby and a nice vestibule, the Cloud 2 seems a good choice, if you enjoy a bright morning and door options, Star River. As long as your sleeping pad doesn't deflate, you'll probably be happy regardless.

[@Nobby77]

Good point

[@southcoastoutdoorsuk6301]

Cloud peak 2 is classic all rounder well tried and tested , blends in nicely , Star River is often overlooked being based on the Copper Spur it’s a cracking tent pitches tight too, if weight is a concern Cloud up 2 10D is half the weight! I have one 🤟 nice viddy dude 😎

[@Nobby77]

Cheers Col

[@yetiibob8407]

Good review. The Star river can be pitched fly first using the mat and put inner in after. I think all Naturehike tents do so. 🙂

[@Nobby77]

Cheers, I figured that out after I'd pitched it lol.

[@yetiibob8407]

@@Nobby77 bit like me really don't read instructions 🤣🤣

[@devonbikefilms]

The freestanding cloud peak 2. The extra weight is no bother, the bike’s carrying it not you. I do long tours on a Honda supercub 125. The freestanding thing removes a load of stress on a wet night with the wind blowing.

[@peesua]

I'd take the Cloud Peak on the bike as it's self-standing and the weight won't matter. The other tent looks better for backpacking into the hills in the summer heat. Naturehike makes some decent budget tents. I've got an Opulas 2 which is great for cycle trips as I can fit my cycle into the porch, and I use a Cloudwing 2 for really hot weather as it has a really good design for allowing air flow in. Both tents cost me a smidge over 100 notes each. A bargain compared to expensive brands.

[@Nobby77]

Impressed with them

[@oddmanout98]

Thanks for the video Lee. I think I'd go for the Cloud Peak 2. No Pegs, Green and Outer pitc first, (well both at once actually, but it could be an outer first). I don't think you'll notice the weight. It's not like you have to ditch ½ a litre of fuel just so you can take the CP2!

[@Nobby77]

No but every extra pound is a little less speed pmsl

[@oddmanout98]

Hehehe in that case, have you thought about how much all that extra fuel is slowing you down. pmsl 🤣

[@Nobby77]

I have indeed, so I've lost the equivalent in body fat pmsl. True story

[@oddmanout98]

I thought you were looking trim, looking like you’re at fighting weight! We’ll done you. I’m currently in the process of shedding some timber too! It’s not easy is it!

[@Nobby77]

You aint wrong mate, eat less move more is how I managed it

[@Dazbox]

Both cracking tents, Cloud peak doesn't stand out like a sore thumb and you can plonk it anywhere.

[@DanishMumtazMirza]

Using Star River 2 in green and loving it.

[@Nobby77]

Good tent mate, I took it up a mountain and although it got battered and bent it survives

[@garyrgjoutdoors5325]

the grey one for me if it was my choice you could easily overcome the peg issue with a bit of bungy attached to the wheel of your bike /railing wherever you find yourself

[@Nobby77]

Good shout

[@billyaitken7461]

I agree Lee, y’cant have 100% footprint in a tent, y’get all precious about muddy gear, cooking and spills….. hassle you don’t need. I’d sew that small gouge in the mesh if I was you…. Nail polish & glues are likely to bind with everything else in the tent bag when it’s all squashed up & left in a cupboard for months on end in a warm cupboard😧.

[@stubloggs6358]

For someone who aint into tents that was one of the better reviews/overview I have seen for quite some time, both are cracking tents for the money and weight ratio...............tricky decision as they both fit your criteria, but you seemed happier with the star-river. I have heard the ''lid'' on the cloud peak is really ''flappy'' in the wind and keeps you awake and seeing as your trip is a long one its bound to be windy at some point and it is a magnet for drones lol........so on that basis i'd take the star-river.............just as a sidenote I have heard good things about the naturehike cloud-up 2(20D version is much lighter)...........ATB......Lee.......Stu.....👌👍

[@Nobby77]

Cheers stu. Only downsides to star river is colour (bug attractor) plus vestibule pegs

[@stubloggs6358]

@@Nobby77 Yeah shame about that........suppose all shelters have negatives.

[@IrelandRider]

Nice review, the cloud peak 2 was the 2nd tent I bought, its not bad tbh, but I've just invested in the Terra nova pioneer 2, only because it has one less pole to faff around with and it does say it can be a 4 season tent, it's a good tent and I got it with the footprint for 356 quid, I think it's just me, but I need a pop up tent as my patience isn't the best maybe my age (51) haha. But I found the the OEX boncat 1 to be ok, better and lighter than most 2 man tents, though a bit restricted, anyway nice vid and thanks for sharing 👍

[@Nobby77]

Pop up tent won't do much for your patience when it comes to putting it away lol

[@iccotom]

personally love the light colour of the nature hike 2. gives a more spacious feel inside and a delight just stayng in during the day with a good book. the height is also great for that. can see though the advantage of the cloud peak not needing pegs. great review , thanks

[@Nobby77]

I've had a chance to use both now. The cloud peak was great for a 15 motocamping trip, airy and plenty of room for kit. Held up to the rain well. The star river is a great hiking tent and I do prefer it. Both good budget options

[@nigelmccomb8106]

I’m a tall guy so I would go for the star river

[@PASTERfamilyoutdooradventure]

Star river would be my choice nice tent.

[@Nobby77]

Both great tents, think the cloud peak performs better in winds tho

[@skysaab900]

Star river 2, nice night just pitch bug net, or just pitch fly with ground sheet if no bugs. You can get the star river in green as well. For weight I'd look at the Vik2 . Good luck whichever way you go bud👍

[@Nobby77]

Good shout

[@chrisf5475]

Gemma Collins 😂…. I have the CP2 and despite always wanting to buy new gear there is nothing other than the weight saving that the SR does better. The CP2 is certainly better in strong winds. If weight is the main issue I wouldn’t be looking at either… I’ve been considering a cloud up 2 for ages. I should just buy one really.

[@Nobby77]

I went for the cp2 and it worked a treat Chris

[@richpearce7828]

Star River 2 👌🏼👍🏼

[@JohnnyMotel99]

Looks like a great tent for hot climates, going to OZ this year!

[@Nobby77]

Tent done well

[@soggz4246]

Cloud Peak 2 for me. Wouldn’t call it a 4 season with all that mesh,though,tbh.👍🏾

[@Nobby77]

Fair one, I do sleep under leaves to be fair

[@jay3825]

2 good tents I would go for the cloud peak 2 one its green and it looks more spacious than the other one good little vid might get myself a cloud peak atb Jay

[@andrewlynch3683]

Cloud Peak on the bike as it's self-standing only way to go

[@saber1able]

I have heard mixed reviews on these tents. Some people like them and some were very disappointed. Recently a well-known person here on yt talked about a tent from naturehike. When he went to set it up the first time it was already broken. When he contacted them, they basically said... That's too bad, good luck with that. No offer to repair or replace. In my opinion, customer service & warranty are as important a quality. I have been looking for a lightweight tent for some hiking this summer. I do have a 1-man bivy style tent that weighs about 1 1/2lbs less than these two tents but wanted something with a little more room. I recently purchased a new Litefighter 1 military tent and these tents shown here weigh as much as it does. You can also setup the groundsheet & fly first, so your tent doesn't get wet during rain. They call this configuration "The Hasty Hooch". That being said, it looks like you are one of the lucky ones who got two good tents. I like the color and the fact that you don't need tent stakes for the green one but I am not a fan of tents with a quarter fly and it is fairly heavy. The other tent is lighter, has much more mesh for ventilation and has a full fly but the color is going to let sunlight in and you will need a tent peg or two. You could use longer heavy duty stakes or attach the stakes, lay them flat and put a rock (or rocks) on them to hold them in place. Anyway, sorry for writing a book lol Thanks for sharing and keep up the good work.

[@Nobby77]

I'm not a tent bloke but I know what works. They look good. Tarp would be my go too but midges and not knowing where I'll end up screams tent. Fly first is a good thing to have

[@dunk8157]

If you buy a tent from a 3rd party retailer, eg ebay or amazon they are covered by the distance selling regulations in the UK and you can return it. Buying direct from China you are not covered for anything.

[@stevew585]

These are very nice tents, however, I just discovered the Helm 2. leaves these two in the dust! In my humble opinion.

[@marksadventures3889]

Where's a Sam when you need one? Bloody planes! Nice tents. Good to see the Gemma Collins jokes back - Cloud I reckon. Did you do this at the end of a runway Lee?

[@Nobby77]

Pain in my a55 mate

[@SuzanneKeyes-cf3qj]

Hi thanks for the video I have been researching tents for what seems like months and have got it down to these two! Which would you recommend for backpacking? Does the star river sway it because of the weight? I’m a 62kg female and I’ll be travelling with my 11 year old daughter so pack weight is a definite concern! I like the dark green of the CP though. How did you find the star river on a morning? Is it really bright in there when the sun comes up and how do you combat that if so? Thank you 😊

[@Nobby77]

They do the star river in green as well. I prefer the feeling of the star river but the cloud peak is a more robust tent if you are expecting weather. Both are quality tents. If weight is key take a look at the lanshan 2 pro

[@SuzanneKeyes-cf3qj]

Thank you, I wouldn’t go out in terrible weather, late spring, summer and early autumn I think. Mainly due to safety concerns and hours of daylight to get to our next campsite as a women and a girl alone. The Lanshan looks very tight on space, so I think I’ll go for the star river and shed a bit of weight by getting rid of some of the bags and maybe the footprint of the weather is forecast fine . Thank you 😊

[@X_TUDO]

Greetings from Brazil!

[@ifadams2908]

Naturehike Cloud Peak 2 for me.

[@scottdey4397]

I would go with the Clowd peak, I have this one, tigh the top cap on at one point so it can't blow away, also be better due to outer pitch, so u won't get saoked

[@Nobby77]

Good shout

[@SonofChurchill]

Stealth mode - Green one (Naturehike Cloud Peak 2)

[@pauleyj8]

3 problems with the green Peak 2 from what I have looked at on the internet. Its heavier and bigger which is a problem on a bike. If you keep saying, "its only half a kilo", it ends up 5 kilo's over your entire load. But the real killer is that the Peak has half the water proof on the fly as the grey Star River. The Star River comes in a variety of colors including the same green as the Peak in this video. But again, the green has less water proof. So if you never camp in rain who cares........but staying dry is a big reason to load the Peak tent on the bike. BBrrrrmmmmm

[@Nobby77]

Cheers Pauley, I went with the Peak for the trip. Have to say it done well, never leaked and gave me ample room to sort my admin out

[@WiltshireMan]

I prefer the Cloud peak without drone damage:)

[@WiltshireMan]

PS The green colour is more stealthy too

[@Nobby77]

I've packed the cloud peak but have snuck a little tarp in for good measure lol. Taped up drone hole

[@mojaslovenija9903]

Mountains and windy > Cloud Peak 2, Hot summers and no wind then Star River 2...but Cloud Peak 2 is with better airflow inside, so again Cloud Peak 2. 400 g weight difference but justified.

[@Nobby77]

Great tent

[@MrWighteagle]

Star river for me …!

[@shainewinfrow7355]

i like the cloud peak 2

[@kimpriessloft371]

I bought the Star River 2 15D in blue colour. A little more stealth and only 1.640 g on my scale (without pegs). A little thinner fly, but still as thick as the very popular Lanshan, so shouldn’t be a problem 😅

[@Nobby77]

Used the star river in howling conditions half way up a mountain. It survived, not unscathed, but it did survive pmsl

[@williamosborne6258]

Cloud peak 2

[@DilbertMuc]

There is a new Star River 2 in green, as you probably know. 😁

[@Nobby77]

Yeah mate, lol happy with what they sent me though

[@bestrong3149]

Star River 2

[@Pasequale100]

is it possible to build the tent without the footprint?

[@Nobby77]

I think so mate

[@andysmithcamps]

Think im going for the cloud peak 2

[@Nobby77]

It's a good tent dude, I used it for the trip and it done me proud

[@JasonSmith-wj2ht]

what pants are those? Fjallraven?

[@Nobby77]

Revolution race, the best trousers I've ever owned

[@ChausovLab]

Thanks! ;)

[@DeanManners]

The last line... "who's gonna watch some bloke talking about tents". Turns out 13 thousand

[@Nobby77]

Pmsl

[@dougdixonhull]

Great tents. I think I'd choose the cloud peak 2. It seems to have alot of good reviews online. I'm a Vango Banshee man myself but the CP2 looks a good option. Or a Zelter shelter🤣😂🤣

[@Nobby77]

Just no

[@dontfencemein.6125]

Yeah Nobby, Cloud Peak, and yeah Proper blokes don,t read instructions.

[@boboviral]

hey, is that white mesh on the inner tent of star river 2 waterproof?

[@Nobby77]

Mesh no but solid material yes

[@boboviral]

@@Nobby77 great! I guess it's waterproof. 😁

[@Joker52186]

GREEN

[@andyday4724]

Oh and watch how you first open the zipper,they do catch

[@collinsoutdoors168]

I own Star River 2 also bought from collinsoutdoors free tax

[@Nobby77]

Good tent dude

[@charlieingamells5258]

They offer real after sales service that Amazon sellers can't

[@barryrobinson6023]

Can you link the site you got it from please ?

[@Nobby77]

Got what mate

[@barryrobinson6023]

The cloud peak 2 ( sorry I forgot to say which one)

[@Nobby77]

In the description Barry, I didn't know if you meant the mic

[@pootlingalong8928]

Me! I’m gonna watch some bloke talking about tents 🤣

[@Nobby77]

Lol

[@stevew585]

Star river, much better

[@BurtonOutdoors]

Don't fill up the fuel by 500ml.... and take the green one. Problem solved dude 👌

[@Nobby77]

Genius pmsl

[@BurtonOutdoors]

@@Nobby77 🤣🤣🤣👍

[@carnegie79]

Cloud peak 2