FORCEATT 2 Person Dome Tent Review

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In this video I take a first look at the budget FORCEATT 2 Person Dome Tent with a couple of nights camping trip. I provide an overview of the tent, showing its erection, and provide my final thoughts about it. I will follow this video up after further use, particularly once tested in wet and windy conditions.
The thoughts and actions outlined in the video are personal to me and everyone will need to view things from their own perspective.
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The tent details can be found here, which is the company I purchased the tent from:
Deal: Forceatt Camping Tent 2 and 4 Person Tent, Waterproof & Windproof. Lightweight Backpacking Tent, Easy Setup, Suitable for Outdoor and Hiking Traveling www.amazon.co....

[@cappasarge7595]

A proper user review, I'm just on the second video with the rain test. Cheers fella

[@thecampingbiker791]

@@cappasarge7595 as said I’m seriously considering another

[@Cotystevens]

Had this exact tent for a couple years now and it holds up well and has served me well

[@thecampingbiker791]

Good to hear, lots of good features on a budget tent

[@fscbrogaming]

Hey I have a question what poles are holding up the door to make a porch. I know this comment is a year later. Thanks if you can answer it.

[@thecampingbiker791]

They are from an OEX Expedition Tarp that I have had a while, actually useful bit of kit and I use poles occasionally for supporting tent doors on different tents as seen, but separate poles can be bought from most outdoor shops or online. The OEX tarp can be seen here: www.gooutdoors.co.uk/15985183/oex-expedition-tarp-15985183

[@thecampingbiker791]

….forgot to say the poles are in 3 separate sections each 16” in length

[@erinsalarun1090]

I am so delighted I've found your channel. I've just bought the cb500x. I am used to wild camping but want to moto camp here on out. I love your channel. Binge watching all your videos now lol. Such a helpful , interesting and fun channel. Thank you :) Oh can i ask - what is your favourite tent you own ? I need a new one but the one I wanted is out of stock.

[@thecampingbiker791]

Thanks so much Erin, glad you’re enjoying it! Good question re favourite tent and not an easy one to answer as I like different tents for different trips at different times of year and weather….I did say it was difficult 😆 However if I could only have one it would be the MSR Elixir2 as it provides the most flexibility for use and flysheet set up, with great headroom and liveable space throughout along with very good back up support. A close second would be the Naturehike Cloud Up2 which packs very small, is lighter and extremely quick at erecting….I’d have to say that I’m still not 100% between the two and if moving day by day it could well be the Cloud Up2…as said, difficult decision!

[@KidCurry666]

Another great review, looks a great fair weather tent at a good price. Keep up the good work 👍👍

[@thecampingbiker791]

Thanks Steve and I’d agree 2/3 season but we’ll find out when I get it used in wet and windy weather 😆

[@stephendodd5544]

Keep the reviews coming Andrew... You're doing a real service to us lightweights 👍

[@thecampingbiker791]

Cheers Stephen, I’ll keep it going as long as there’s people interested

[@gearjammin8551]

Thank you for the great review. Did you by chance get to test it in the rain? Really thinking of buying one of these. Thanks again.

[@thecampingbiker791]

Thanks for that…..not had chance yet but hopefully next couple of weeks

[@sebastiangusta64]

What kind of stand poles did you use to make 'roof' from one of tent door ? And what is that green ground sheet/ floor , looking for same size like you have :)

[@thecampingbiker791]

The poles are just some I had with an OEX tarp, but you can buy any on eBay and they would do..these are about 150cm high. The groundsheet is just a very cheap tarpaulin 4x4ft which I use for all sorts

[@yvandupapier]

Great review. I see it's a 4 season tent, and what I saw is that on 4 season tents the mesh is replaced by a fabric inner much less breathable. Can you confirme if it is has a fabric inner or a mesh please ? You can see what i mean in that video from 9min30s : kzbin.info/www/bejne/inTJZ36mYtpphbc

[@thecampingbiker791]

Hi Yvan, the tent I’ve reviewed is different to the ones on the video you’ve posted…this design seems to be used by different companies so may seem the same tent, even have the same name, but have different features and construction! This version of the inner has solid on lower half, mesh on upper, with solid on roof which you can see in my video when putting it up. It’s a bit confusing but the one I bought is linked in the video information section. Personally I would say it is a 3 season tent but then I use 3 season tents throughout winter 😂 For next winter I am going to buy a solid walled inner tent as it does cut down the wind better, although this tent cuts lower level wind really well. I’ve a follow up video coming out soon which had 16 hours of continuous heavy rain with thunder and lightning…it was some of the heaviest rain over a continuous period I’ve experienced and although there were a couple of drops of rain got in this was due to a poorly sealed tie point that is a very easy fix with liquid sealant. Despite this I do rate it highly as a budget priced tent, and if my main tent I’d be happy sorting the minor issue. Hope that helps, regards Andrew

[@yvandupapier]

@@thecampingbiker791 Hey, thanks a lot for that comment. Yes I know the tents are different, but i wanted to be sure that the inner material used is breathable cause I camp usually during hotter seasons while traveling on a bike, so i don't really want it to be windproof ;). It really seems like a good tent for the price.

[@thecampingbiker791]

@@yvandupapier no problem and thanks for watching 👍🏻

[@woofbark4475]

Nice review but you really need to put it through the rain test with a spare tent or tarp in case this leaks. Would love to see it. Looks like a copy of The Nth Face Storm Break.

[@thecampingbiker791]

Thank you, quite liked the tent but I was hoping for rain when using for the first couple of nights…typical, when you want rain it doesn’t happen 😂 I’ve been away for a month but will be testing it soon and I’ll report back 👍🏻

[@sojourn1544]

This tent is just as good as the north face storm break. For the price this is way better. Unless someone is happier paying extra money than have “North Face” printed on it ! lol. Great tent!! Just seam seal it again and scotch guard all the material and that’s it!! Great tent!!

[@Bazlart]

Hello, I have a question about the tent, I would appreciate it if you could answer it. Have you tested the wind resistance?

[@thecampingbiker791]

I’ve had it in some windy conditions but not high winds or stormy weather, but it held up well. I think it should hold up okay but sorry cant definitively say 👍🏻

[@Bazlart]

@@thecampingbiker791 Thanks for the answer

[@sojourn1544]

Great video! An extremely good tent for the price!! Just seam seal it again and scotch guard the material and it will be as waterproof as a 500 dollar tent! Great tent!!

[@thecampingbiker791]

Yes, I always have some seam seal ready.. great value for money, thanks for watching 👍🏻

[@jonnytentpeg]

What a cracking review mate bit to entry level for me not trying to be a tent snob but I watched it cos me mates just got one of its brothers in green bloody well done mate a good review of a tent for a change like I say good on ya pal and if we're ever on a campsite together I'll come over for a beer top lad mate 👏👏👏👏❤😀👍

[@thecampingbiker791]

Really appreciate your comments Jonny, it’s always good when people find the video’s helpful. Keep an eye out for me on my travels and here’s a virtual beer for you mate…cheers 🍺

[@joegiger9015]

Where do I get the additional stuff to realize the canopy? (Poles etc.) Thanks for answering. Regards. Joe

[@thecampingbiker791]

Hi Joe, I just used some poles and got lines I already had but poles and guy lines can be bought on eBay or in most camping stores, also Go Outdoors or Decathlon if you have them near you. All the best, Andrew

[@joegiger9015]

​@@thecampingbiker791 Thanks for the prompt answer. Regards. Joe

[@colmclaurin9452]

Mate what an absolute ripper of a review and just 65 Quid, crikey I'd be ashamed to buy it thinking that I'm robbing them. Talk about bang for your buck, what a little beauty. Mate a bloody absolute fair dinkum review effort unfortunately I'm in my home in SE Asia and not able to be in Pommiland where I'd definitely buy you a pint or 2, (bugger the coffee mate, I know you like a drop of the amber fluid) but there'll be a future time no worries. This tent would be a great push biking tent too it certainly ticks all the boxes. I like the fact that its Polyester and not Nylon, Poly dries a lot quicker. For all ridge lines, guys on my tents, Hammock Hutchie, and general camping guys I use 6 mm cotton sash cord (dyed green) as it doesn't stretch when wet. Nothing worse than having to retention sagging guys in the middle of the night in the pouring rain on leech covered ground. I cook using an alcohol (metho) stove as it doubles as a first aid kit. We don't have those round gas canisters like you blokes use. A few drops of metho on a leech and they quickly lose their appetite, also rub metho on mossie and sand fly bites. I like your gear reviews mate, you put a lot of effort into them, very informative. .👌👌👌💪💪

[@Selcuk646]

i've purchased my tent after watching this and very happy with it. thanks.

[@thecampingbiker791]

Pleased the videos were useful and enjoy the tent 👍🏻

[@John_Wilson513]

Sorry Mr Camper, its not for me. I can already feel the British wind whistling under the gaps around the fly and through all that mesh. Not to mention getting soaked putting it up in the rain.

[@thecampingbiker791]

Appreciate not for everyone, I’ve personally never had a problem (so far) with inner first or wind and camp a lot but time will tell with this one

[@gavinwhallon1889]

I just took it for its first torture test and it held up in the pouring rain without any leakage the only problem is the airflow isn't amazing so the condensation gets bad

[@miguelangelpinedamartinez4588]

Hi dear, I know has passed about a year, but I want to know if finally you have it tested in Rain and how was the performance of the tent?, what is your opinión?

[@thecampingbiker791]

Hi Miguel, I have indeed tested it in the rain, for 16 hours on one camping trip! It performed really well and I would recommend it particularly for its value for the money and flexibility. Mine had a slight issue with a couple of drops of water coming through a flysheet door toggle not being sealed enough…fixed easily with a small drop of sealant. Here’s a video of that 16 hour rain test: FORCEATT 2 Person Dome Tent | 16 Hour Rain Test kzbin.info/www/bejne/b5_Xqnxrocp3ipY

[@miguelangelpinedamartinez4588]

@@thecampingbiker791 Dear, thanks a lot for your reply, I already checked the other video, it was really useful for me. I've already purchased this tent, hope to try it soon.

[@thecampingbiker791]

@@miguelangelpinedamartinez4588 excellent, I’m sure you’ll enjoy it..let me know how you get on with it once you’ve used it 👍🏻

[@imridingwithstoopidohwaiti3948]

I've been wanting to upgrade my 4 person dome tent I use for Moto camping.. Im glad I watched this it does not seem to pack down that well. It looks very nice for the price but maybe not the one for me..

[@thecampingbiker791]

Glad the video was useful, always helps to see something your thinking of buying before committing

[@imridingwithstoopidohwaiti3948]

@@thecampingbiker791 Its funny Im still not not sold on this one lol.. it looks to be a knock off of a $400 range tent.. but still not sold on its pack size... but the quality is 10x what I currently use lol..

[@thecampingbiker791]

@@imridingwithstoopidohwaiti3948 decisions decisions 😆

[@randomdigress]

Isn't this a rebranded naturehike pro-series tent?

[@thecampingbiker791]

Not so sure…..I’ve seen the tent with a number of different branding, including Naturehike, but can’t recall seeing Naturehike’s version until recently.. not 100% sure who was original design owner and they all seem to have slightly different inners!

[@DesiOutdoors]

My one million $ question is will it survive British weather? I believe any tent which can survive in a British weather can be bomb proof and could survive anywhere in the world.

[@thecampingbiker791]

That’s a very good question and if you look at some of the videos with other tents during typical British weather they did survive! I still haven’t had chance to use the Forceatt in proper testing wet and windy weather but as soon as I do we will have the answer…I do love a stormy wet and windy camping trip 😆

[@DesiOutdoors]

@@thecampingbiker791 looking forward for your upcoming video regarding bad weather experience with this tent..fingers cross lol

[@thecampingbiker791]

@@DesiOutdoors hopefully next 2/3 weeks but weather far to nice at moment 😂

[@campingchrisuk1675]

Great review buddy, gonna get myself one of these

[@thecampingbiker791]

Very good value tent 👍🏻

[@bidufree]

Thanks for a great review! How large is the tent? Is it 220 cm as stated by Forceatt?

[@thecampingbiker791]

Thank you and yes, sizes are accurate…nice roomy tent

[@bidufree]

@@thecampingbiker791 Thanks! I'm pretty tall myself, 194 cm, so every cm tent floor counts. 😊

[@thecampingbiker791]

@@bidufree we always wonder about company statistics 😆 great value tent if buy one 👍🏻

[@albo_adv2102]

Hello thank you for sharing this video,. i'd like to know, what do you think about the tent after using. i'd like to buy it for a moto travel in Spain the next june.

[@thecampingbiker791]

Hi Alberto, it is excellent value for money with good features. Although I’ve not yet tested it in the rain it should be okay with good waterproofness rating on fly and tent floor. On most cheap tents the poles, pegs, and guy lines are not great quality, but not with this and I’d see no need to change anything! Having storage pockets in each corner is a good and almost unheard of for a cheap tent it has that loft storage which is brilliant. I really like the two doors and the fact they are different on each side. In Spain it will be hot and I think this could be perfect for hot dry nights as there would be no need for putting flysheet on allowing for good air circulation but with solid walls over half way up and the roof also being solid although relatively small. I have several tents and this is the best value for money among them….on the first use of the tent I would recommend it highly, regards Andrew

[@albo_adv2102]

@@thecampingbiker791 Thank you very much!!!!

[@thecampingbiker791]

@@albo_adv2102 no problem and have a good trip 👍🏻

[@yetiibob8407]

Cracking little tent full of spec for no money 👍👍

[@thecampingbiker791]

Looks so, will be interesting to see how it copes in rain and wind!

[@peterpan6580]

ty for the review gonne buy it :)

[@thecampingbiker791]

Good tent for the money 👍🏻

[@johngrattan6343]

Shame it pitches inner first.

[@thecampingbiker791]

I only have one tent that pitches outer first…to be fair it doesn’t take long to get the inner ones up 😃

[@Rico-Suave_]

watched

[@thecampingbiker791]

Cheers 👍🏻

[@MrMarrok657]

I just ordered one maybe 10 minutes ago at the time of posting this. we’ve used cheap and expensive tents and honestly never known the difference in 3 season tents. winter rated tents however, cheap means popsicle.

[@thecampingbiker791]

Was impressed with it and good all rounder