Top 3 Motorcycle Camping Tents - Reviewed

[@JamesTM]

I wasn't immediately sold on a new host to supplement Ryan. But I have to admit, FortNine content has only gotten even better since then. You work great together, and the variety adds a lot.

[@intensedabberoniJG]

Same for me, feels like there was a lot of thought that went into slowly acclimating the audience to a new host.

[@IstasPumaNevada]

Agreed.

[@kentoylampingasan]

That was 43 who was not good man. This is 44 we are talking about.

[@gauntr]

@@kentoylampingasanOh dear, what will happen when we reach 47?

[@Taupila]

@@kentoylampingasan I found 43 obnoxious. 44 is A LOT better.

[@caruser4]

Shout out to Ryan for being on his 44th clone without having figured out that they need sleep despite there being barracks in his studio. What a boss

[@hankjones3527]

FYI, this guy was the 43rd employee, the others left and Ryan was forced to re hire. However this guy killed himself and was cloned hence now #44.

[@WafflePlaneRC]

I went with a standalone single-person tent from the typical outdoor retailers. Packs down decently small, seals up to keep the rain and bugs out, and doesn't rely on trees or the bike itself to keep upright. It also cost less than any of the options shown here. The only downside is it does nothing for the bike, so bringing another tarp to keep that dry is wise.

[@dirtcopdualsport]

I’m in the same boat. I have nice tents just nothing to keep the bike dry

[@Reikyrr]

Why do we want to keep the bike dry? It will dry when you ride it right?

[@dirtcopdualsport]

@@Reikyrr right!

[@plutotheplanet5341]

@@Reikyrr Chain rust, possible electrical shorts, drying water leaving marks on your sweet shiny chrome, And the most dreadful of them all, especially if your bike is 25 years old and every piece of rubber has long crumbled away - water in the fuel tank.

[@easyfromtnbtw3555]

Anything that’s supposedly moto camping specific costs like 3 times the price of normal camping gear which I get it’s usually lighter and a little smaller but most of the time I don’t see the justification

[@mattwilliams9758]

I no longer know what F9 videos are… brilliant production, useful and bullshit free motorcycling information, with a heartwarming clone theme tune… you’ve elevated your output to something truly unique. I DO know that your channel is now my favourite subscription, I DO know that every video gets a rewatch or two, and I DO know that I want to thank you for putting a ridiculous amount of effort into your videos. Pure class!

[@killorbytes]

Was waiting for someone to mention the theme song! We all know that there will be 5 more iterations of the clone, right? At 49 he’ll become human (or they’ll lose the cloning kit or something). I love that I am invested in 44’s story and why Ryan is a sick to him. I’m considering moving to BC just so I can purchase from Fortnine.

[@technonine7586]

The Sound and costume design is so next level! they didnt need to go that hard on a tent review but they did!

[@zerochill1403]

I see you are new here... welcome :)

[@dirtcopdualsport]

The did need to go that hard though! Lol

[@gwot]

costume design? you talking about the one piece suit?

[@mattbaranak737]

Curious if they used an AI to create the 44 song. I've seen them out there but haven't tried one yet.

[@snipemobile1908]

For real! The ambience for the drone shots made me feel like i was really there!

[@psYden21]

I love when you guys show simple (?) motorcycles in your videos. Love all about motorcycling, whether big or small.

[@AlexOnABoat]

What 44 doesn't appreciate, being only a few months old, is that those tents with bike garages are actually made for middle aged men who need to stand up to put their jeans on, the bike garage thing is just a side effect.

[@WindFireAllThatKindOfThing]

Mercifully, he will never know the struggle of RealDadGlampingProblems™ Planned obsolescence.

[@riggingengineer]

As someone north of 50 who can throw his back out brushing his teeth, I endorse this remark!

[@daphnedevi]

Lol… as I get older I now groan getting in and out of my tent. 😆

[@AlexOnABoat]

@@WindFireAllThatKindOfThing Are you saying 44 is some kind of replicant? Don't tell Harrison Ford.

[@CameoLux]

I actually really wish they had done one of those garage tents, I really want one, and wanna know how well they REALLY perform

[@layeredchip3220]

For motocamping I use a thirty five dollar pop up tent that I spent a day waterproofing, and cheap air mattress. The duo isn’t exactly compact, but it only cost me about sixty bucks all together, and they work great on a budget!

[@ConfusedStu]

I haven't been camping since I left the Scouts over 30 years ago. I don't have any interest in going camping, I will never go camping again. I still found this video captivating, enjoyable, and loved every second. Well done 44, keep this up and we'll all be very disappointed when the inevitable happens and we have to get used to watching 45 instead.

[@marksmallman4572]

Nooo!

[@AlexOnABoat]

So Stu, are you saying you don't go camping? 😉

[@boreragnarok]

hope it's not inevitable

[@kiisu74]

My sister once asked me, "I have a house, why would I want to pretend I'm homeless?"

[@Mumbamumba]

You really should go camping. It's nice.

[@ThatMattaTatta]

Offering my experience: I use a two-man tent and dress my bike in a rain cover. It's bulky, especially with the tent poles, but not having the bike form a critical support of the tent means I can leave camp with a completely unloaded bike for a runaround, or go pick up things I might still need. Having a roomy tent that keeps the wind and bugs out also helps with comfort and sleep. The downsides are the weight and size of the items make it harder for smaller bikes to easily carry, and you might feel encouraged to bring things you don't really need because you have a big tent to fill, and a tent with poles takes longer to break down and that can wear thin if you stay only one night anywhere.

[@AnimeReference]

My regular 2 man tent is 3.5kg. Skip breakfast and poo before you go. Not sure what to do with the extra money though.

I loved the video but I don't know why I would buy motorcycle specific camping gear. I bought a 1950g, 5.3L, 2 person backpacking tent for 250€ at Decathlon. That is what I would take with me on the bike.

[@InMotoVita]

The loveliest thing about this video is that it does not just advertise the specific models. It shows three different concepts of lightweight(ish) camping with your bike and minimal gear. The concepts you can implement yourself a cheaper way if you desire. And my god, such amazing landscapes! What a beautiful country you're living in.

[@cpbremote]

6:13 the raven calls woven into the music are awesome!

[@alltruckeredout]

If we have F9 and whatever channel Zack and Ari are on, we don't need the rest of the internet to be entertained and educated with moto content. Well done 44.

[@fvpaquetqc]

Ive come to really like spurgeon too, listening to their podcast

[@bryanthorne3474]

Ryan has been on the Highside Lowside podcast!

[@RadStreetTribe]

Who's Zack and Ari? Would like to check them out

[@alltruckeredout]

@@RadStreetTribe Zack Courts and Ari Henning are on Revzilla's KZbin channel. They do unique motorcycle adventures(think Top Gear) and reviews, and shop how to's.

[@l.s.1709]

You're definitely missing 44teeth in that list

[@oscargoldman2344]

Great cinematography, editing and a touch of humor. This channel is the Top Gear of motorcycling.

[@pocketlint82]

This was a fun video. Personally I settled on a backpacking tent. It's light and small enough to be carried on your back for 20miles a day, so it's no issue even on my sport bike. My 2 man has enough room for me and all my gear. Weighs 3 lbs with tarp, stakes and footprint. less than my previous hammock setup and it's not limited to trees. Plus I can use it for camping trips with my gf too

[@sawyersdad5292]

exactly

[@Palmit_]

for basics, Shower curtain/s and shoelaces. cost is barely anything. 10 dollars, maybe. size/ weight, minimal. effectiveness.. 100%. there are very few glamour photographers when camping. dont be a sheep and try to be "i have the best kit" when the BEST kit merely, does the job. it's the branding (which adds nothing to outdoor survival) that you pay for. :)

[@milleRC51]

Same. Just finished 2 weeks on the TAT and my Marmot 2P tent was perfect. Of course, I was also riding a real bike, not a scooter, so space was no issue :)

[@boeings_hitman]

I use a eureka 1 person tent. Weighs less than 2 lbs. Packs down to about the size of a grown mans forearm. A thin blowup mattress and a fleece sleeping bag. I can fit all that in a small backpack.

[@VanD-Dam]

I could care less about “motocamping” gear!! I just love f9 content!!!

[@TerenceKaplan]

I just use a cheep CanadianTire 7x7 dome. It bundles a bit longer, but matches my rolled up sleeping pad and ax length so it bundles up well. Big enough to bring my kit inside if I'm solo, tall enough to sit in to hide from rain, cheep enough to replace if I lose/break it.

[@neonsamurai1348]

You should definitely bring a bivy or mosquito net shelter if you are going to cowboy camp under a tarp in places that have ticks (which is pretty much everywhere). Tick born illnesses are very bad, even potentially fatal.

[@AlexOnABoat]

I suspect 44 has been genetically engineered to be resistant.

[@MrChopemup]

yeah, that was a joke

[@rosemaryus-ct6151]

good advice

[@breadbutterer6316]

The idea of being allergic to red meat after a lone star tick is terrifying

[@moteroargentino7944]

Absolutely, some people often confused being minimalistic and being a masochist. Moto camping has plenty of discomfort to offer, no need to add more if we can avoid it.

[@timberwolfdtproductions3890]

So much here! The obscure backstory of 44’s cloning, (I presume the first 43 were failures), his theme song, the magnificent B.C. scenery, the outstanding cinematography, and of course the thorough and informative tent review. Fortnine just gets better and better. Also the best way to buy motorcycle gear in Canada.

[@daveatman2989]

Love the 44 Theme Song! "Ole' 44, your're on your own."

[@KusiuStunt]

did they make that song or what ? shazam cant find it and i want to have a full version of it.

[@loikauger]

Same​@@KusiuStunt

[@Hugatree4me]

The original music brought a big ol smile to my face. What a great team, love Fortnine.

[@whimsicalstray]

For the most part, backpacking gear is moto camping gear. Although, the motorcycle luggage can usually replace the backpack, but that depends on what you want to do while camping.

[@subjekt5577]

that and you can make different tradeoffs with weight vs durability+features+cost, so the tierlist does change a bit but 100% its the same pool to choose from

[@Ishimuro]

The production value is just sooooooo through the Roof lately. Totally blown away

[@sooyster4033]

I just bought my first motorcycle KLR 650. Thanks Fortnine for all your inspiration and knowledge!

[@proudtitanicdenier4300]

What year is it

[@toomanyhumansbuckethead4329]

I had a KLX650 ,regret selling it Can’t seem to find another one 🇦🇺

[@scaredofghosts6813]

I want an 07😢 there were 2 awesome ones for sale in my area but as soon as i got my license they all disappeared😭

[@sooyster4033]

@@proudtitanicdenier4300 1995.

[@ZinoAmare]

jelous KLR is not available here.

[@Parker-time]

44 has his own theme song now. It's beautiful.

[@redeyedfreaks]

Ahhh why couldn't you post this sooner!! I'm leaving out the door for a camping trip to Cincinnati 😅

[@Quadrenaro]

I'm literally in my tent now. 24 hours sooner, and I'd have totally found room to put my bike in the truck.

[@artyrumble6102]

Always a joy to watch your videos guys Composition, colors, audio and writing are nothing short of spectacular, keep up the great work!

[@forrestnutter]

The quality of these are always insane. Great job as always!

[@MladenMijatov]

I disagree. They showed no features of each tent. It felt like a shitty promo video that was phoned in. Do you know temperature ratings? Or perhaps mosquito nets? Or maximum weight? Or perhaps whether it's mountain/wind ready? You learned nothing other than names and some jokes.

[@forrestnutter]

@@MladenMijatov I disagree. I can do my own research with the information they provided. Each product they showed also requires a sleeping bag and tons of other products to camp they didn't cover. All of those things are subjective and there are tons of options regarding comfort, it would be impossible to include. . The algorithm is clearly pushing for shorter videos and in less than 10 mins you learned what to go look for on your own time. They don't have to hold your hand tell you exactly what to buy.

[@No4murasame]

I used to love taking a hammock when I was living in East coast. Back home here in the West, unfortunately I don’t always have trees. I carry a one-person Walmart tent now, and it works pretty well.

[@comfy39]

Music, sound design, filming all exceptional here. Wonderful video.

[@jeroenmenting3878]

That theme song is BRILLIANT! I played the video multiple times just for the song 🙂 Love the content 44, great job!

[@danb.709]

There's a huge category of tents 44 didn't talk about. For these prices there are also many very nice stand alone backpacking tents from the big name companies: North Face, Marmot, Big Agnes, Sea to Summit, Nemo. Many of them also make a motopacking specific tent with a bike garage awning. For example the big agnes Wyoming Trail tent is a palace in comparison with an awning big enough to do actual work in it. It costs and weighs more, but compared to an almost 500 dollar hammock, you get a whole lot more. Tent comparison is surprisingly complicated, anyone considering spending more than a couple hundred dollars should do lots of research.

[@sawyersdad5292]

yup... I use soft bags on my Versys, went with a 2 man stand alone with a tarp to cover the whole works... a little bulkier for a little bulkier bike, but gives me tons of room and stay dry.

[@mixispid]

Yep, 1 person bivvy for $200 is my goto. Narrower than my bike with panniers, sets up in 2 minutes and no bugs or rain. Enough room for me to bring in anything I don't want getting wet.

[@josmith4531]

A year would not be long enough to field test everything that is cheaper than what was mentioned, with a lot being just as good. 3man tent from Walmart $30 Or Cheap hammock from Amazon $25, with $15 tarp over it.

[@BryceAWD]

These videos lately have been killing it. Good job, guys.

[@twostroke350]

I just rock a popup tent. As long as the disc is smaller than the width of the bike, it's not too much of a pain and the rapid deployment/striking cancels out the slight annoyance of its bulkiness.

[@WindFireAllThatKindOfThing]

Ye Olde US Army Eureka TCOP tent and a surplus Poncho to drape over your steed still pack down as small as the Hammock solution. Heavy and dense, but compact. Stake-able ground not required. Edit: And has the most waterproof, deep bellied flood protection in the tub I've ever seen. Woke up in a 2 inch muddy puddle after stormy nights time and again, inside was still totally sealed dry.

[@jmpanger600]

Best made, humorous, most informative, intellectual motorcycle videos on KZbin. I use the Kuma Bear Den 3. It is heavy but has a vestibule that I use to keep all my riding gear dry.

[@JacobInzerillo]

I have Motocamped through Arizona, California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Utah. The best and most versatile option is a quality backpacking tent (or Bikepacking tent if you want to store the tent in your panniers) and a high-quality sleeping pad. I've personally been using an REI Passage 1 for the last ten years without issue, and I've put the Big Agnes Insulated Air Core sleeping pad through its paces and it has been incredible. having a freestanding tent means that you have a place to escape from the critters, bugs, and weather, and you are not reliant on trees for your shelter. Also, keeping your bike right next to your tent is 100% a hazard and you should never sleep within fall-distance of your bike.

[@jessemossman4808]

100% agreed, I’ve camped from Alberta to Ontario and back with a MSR backpacking tent, and I can’t imagine a better setup.

[@RamCruiserOverland]

Just got back from camping out of my Street Glide with a solo backpacking tent, self-inflating sleeping pad, sleeping bag, and XL camping pillow. It was comfy, and it was nice to setup, then run into town for beer and firewood.

[@donjuilogulfcitybikertrash1209]

I have the abel brown and love it. I'm 6'4" and fit in it with room to spare. If your a little unsure about the stability of the ground it does work off the right hand side of the bike without too much difficulty, so incase of your bike tipping it won't crush you

[@BobbiBurnqeus]

Yes that's what I've been doing as well recently. Got one last year and it's oldschool yet more comfy than just a tarpan. Hooking it up on the other side of the bike just seems to be the more advisable thing to do - I'm not sure why AB doesn't recommend that out of the box.

[@Zx6rider4]

I've been motocamping for around 7 years now. I've tried several methods to bed down, and without a doubt hammock is the way to go IMO. Light weight, compact, and modular to fit your needs (rain, temp, bugs, etc). Great content guys.

[@motohobo]

If there are sufficient trees. I like hammock and tarp camping but sometimes it can be a real pain searching for appropriate trees.

[@Zx6rider4]

@@motohobo I've had concerns about that in the past, particularly when I camped out in Texas, but even there wasn't an issue. Of course it's a little terrain dependent for your region, but I haven't run into any issues with the locations I've been to.

[@beanwithbaconmegarocket]

My setup is a 1-man ALPS tent off Amazon (100 nights in it), 3 season sleeping bag, and a Klymit pad. Everything fits in one sidebag so when I roll into camp late I just need to unload one side. I also take a half-cover motorcycle cover and put my gear on the seat under the cover. Been pretty strong setup through moderate rain. I sometimes have to pack up the gear wet (tent and rainfly go into a garbage bag in the sidebag so they don't get the sleeping bag wet) and just air it out when the weather clears.

[@SkylerB17]

i have a hammock similar to that Hennesey one that doesnt cost anywhere near as much, it was a gift anyway, but with a few inexpensive accessories it could do the same as the hennesey for probably a third the price. Regardless this video was top tier and i loved every second of it. cant wait to do some moto-camping myself.

[@slinkeyj3]

Was about to say. I have an Amazon special hammock that basically does the same (rain fly, hammock with bug net), and you just add an under-quilt to get the insulation. Think it cost me under $100 for the whole setup

[@inTIMMYdator44]

I have a similar one that also includes a bug net. Has made tents completely obsolete for me

[@microwave221]

I've got a cheapo one with just the net, but I've heard very good things about the Hennesey. Holds up to frequent use without degrading, and has that snakeskin on the outside to make it easier to set up and break down without getting the clean parts dirty. If l saw one in person, I'd probably have talked myself into it, but l hate buying stuff online.

[@CoryC54]

Hennessey makes a fantastic hammock, and I assume sponsored this video. I've got one and a Grand Trunk hammock, and between the two the Hennessey is significantly more comfotable. I pack the GT for lounging, but the Hennessey for sleeping in. Either way, they're closer to $40 than $400 for a setup most of the time.

[@matthewbeaver5026]

@@slinkeyj3 if you've ever had to deal with an under quilt not staying under you. You'd understand that the separate insulation compartment is needed. If your gonna be camping sub 50°

[@claytoncausey5792]

The production quality of these videos has reached new heights! Keep up the good work guys!

[@draginator6]

I remember when the Hennessy hammock was still a fairly new product and they were showing them off at the national scout jamboree, cool it see its gotten more popular than ever over a decade later!

[@daphnedevi]

I’m pretty in love with my Big Agnes Copper Spur bikepacking tent. With short pole segments, it easily fits in my pannier, and even with groundsheet can’t be larger than that hammock setup. Bonus: totally encapsulated against water and bugs, and it’s freestanding.

[@On2Feet]

Fantastic video! I love that blue-grassy 44 song..ha ha! I learned a lot on my thru-hikes with respect to ultralight camping. I typically go with the 1 pound tarptent moment when I motocamp as it's simple, bug-proof, packs super small, and is easy to set up. It served me well for over 5000 miles on both the AT and PCT. The Six Moon Designs Gatewood Cape and Lunar Solo are also fantastic alternatives. There are a ton of great ideas/solutions out there though, so as usual, whatever works best for you is the best solution!

[@Chrisjude100]

I'd love to know the title and artist of the song

[@ORflycaster]

@@Chrisjude100 I came to the comments for the same reason.

[@thijsvandewouw2934]

Me 2, haven't found it though

[@MrRabbitthumper]

I REALLY like the style of 44's videos. He keeps me laughing all the time and is an eyeful to watch (😜). Enjoying this series quite a bit. Keep on keeping on 44!

[@Quadrenaro]

Very appropriate episode as I'm camping in a remote area. I shouldn't have service here, but I inexplicably do. I was thinking last night about motocamping further up in the mountains.

[@emotran]

Love 44 videos, with Ryan brilliant writing behind and that amazing production! Well done guys

[@bBlaF]

Had a Hennessey Hammock for years and absolutely love it. So worth the money and the weight.

[@PwnagePanda]

Same here! Almost ten years of hard service and it's still kicking. Tbh the new configuration with the pocket instead of a separate underquilt looks pretty awesome should my Hennessy give out.

[@Liberty4Ever]

I've had a Hennessy XL Expedition for probably ten years or more. Now that I'm using it for motocamping, I added lightweight and inexpensive aluminum poles and pegs from Amazon and a Tyvek footprint that allows be to pitch it as a solo tent in the desert, on the plains, on a beach and above the tree line, but I much prefer to hang in the trees instead of grubbing around on the ground like a filthy ground dwelling troglodyte.

[@jwmoffat]

Had mine for 4 years now. I absolutely love it.

[@flying0graysons]

These videos are getting better and better. Love it. The drone shot at the end was

[@scooynilo]

it's absolutely insane the way you never ever miss with a video. every single one iterates on the expectation that it can't possibly be better than the last, yet always is. keep it up!

[@aaronlarson8095]

I’m glad I’m not the only one who does the honk signal to trucks, I also love that 44 rides a van van. Can’t wait to see that review

[@MaxwellAerialPhotography]

This is the fastest I’ve clicked a Fortnine video in a while.

[@itslogg]

The FortNine Team really outdoes themselves every video. Providing reviews, tips, and tricks in a way no one else does. Also, instead of using an already existing folk style song for the B-reel they have their own little song made specifically for this video. That level of commitment and detail is outstanding. Bravo FortNine.

[@DimitrijeIvanovic]

Right on time for the winter. :)

[@XXx-sl6yj]

I want to see this tent in n canadian Winter 😂

[@markbock3027]

Speaking of fitting it on the bike - I’m a big fan of Big Agnes bikepacking tents, the Copper Spur in my case. Packs amazingly small and gives me a proper freestanding tent to sleep in. More versatile than a hammock, and a lot easier to set up (and get in and out of).

[@OGTylerP]

for side/stomach sleepers, check out the HavenTents hammock.... insulated sleeping pad in the bottom of it and you lay fairly flat-ish... Love mine for moto camping... more trees then flat level ground where I camp...

[@FlyingAxel1010]

So happy to see Hennessy Hammocks featured on Fortnine ! I have been rocking the 4Season Explorer for two summers now on my VFR and it changes everything. My cousin has the Amok and we traveled all around Quebec, Maine, Vermont, New York with it. From the United States, I warmly recommend Superior Gear Hammocks

[@paulroberts3639]

Here in Australia, keeping the spiders and ants out is a huge priority. But that hammock, I’d never get in and out after a few drinks.

[@AshleyPomeroy]

That's why you should keep the stakes in a plastic box. I realise that pun doesn't work at all written down, but I tried. I tried.

[@Redmenace96]

From history, I know that sailors slept in them for voyages. I've tried 2 different camping hammocks over the years, and just couldn't get a good night's sleep.

[@maximilianeissner4759]

@@Redmenace96 laying down sideways in your hammock so you don't do a banana helps tremendously

[@keithquinn5624]

Just move, Aus is terrible for camping/motorcycling!

[@Dark111000]

Just do what every moto camping guy should do here and just use a swag, they are bigger and heavier but still the easiest option.

[@TheSenorCoyote]

Love the videos. The production quality is incredible. Keep it up!

[@thedarkgreenvanman]

I’m a simple man, I see a new Fortnine video I click

[@muzallisam5068]

can we just take a step back and realized that this channel with 1.81 million subs has produced time after time amazing,mind blowing videos with awesome writing and videogprahy is only manned by 3 people.. i salute to you fortnine youtube team.

[@houseofbadgers9380]

Man if 44 is this good imagine how good 45 will be!! 😮

[@ExistentialGojora]

The production is next level. I can't believe F9 isn't on some paid service. Your content rock!

[@theboemmonkey]

I greatly appreciate these videos and acknowledge the amount of effort you put into them. I want to ask you guys to retake a look at the audio levels though, it feels like volume greatly varies and the own made music peaks alot, especially at the end of the vid.

[@alnmike]

Really good touches to your videos guys. Custom songs, random pins, lots of thought into a 9 minute video. Keep up the good work!

[@merkel2750]

The fact that the fort9 team picked this guy shows their professionalism in every damn aspect of their life, their videos are amazing, this guy is amazing, just hurry up and make a full on tv channel fort9, you’re killing it! Great job Ryan and 44!

[@Heywood.Jablome]

Gay

[@IllIl]

How can a channel be this consistently good? There was definitely a meeting at a crossroads somewhere in the past.

[@cze7470]

44 gets his own Theme song? I hope Ryan isn't jealous

[@townsville69]

@3:19 That thin wisp of pre-dawn campfire smoke and the oddly focused state it brings. Contemplating the meaning of life and your place in it, like a Greek philosopher. I call it 'Camping clarity'.

[@BrianCx]

I've done a few cross-country motorcycle trips, and I'm really glad to see the Hennessy Hammock get some air time in this video. I love their hammock system so much - I have TWO. The hammock is IMO the perfect nomad/motocamping/backpacker setup for anything south of the tree-line. How fast you can pack-in/pack-out is unparalleled for the features you get. It's a shelter system you can spring up quickly at the back of a rest stop on the highway, and tear it down even quicker in the morning with zero trace. It's a small lightweight shelter setup, string it up high or low, ground soft/hardness be damned, with proper accessories gets comfortably warm in single-digit temps (personal experience), and I get the best sleep in them. It should be mentioned, they're asymmetrical so you sleep diagonal for a flatter posture than sleeping in-line w/the hammock. Now in a pinch, you could also just sleep in your touring suit as you're basically wearing a tent already...

[@_Zaid]

I use a bikepacking (as in, bicycle camping) tent. They're lightweight and compact when packed, and otherwise similar to a backpacking tent. Some will even pack partly into handlebar or fender bags.

[@SEKCobra]

Man, the production quality is through the roof. And while nothing could ever replace Ryan, I am very happy to get this additional content.

[@mrrogersrabbit]

I have a Goose Wingman of the Road tent. It has a sleeping bag and pad built into it, so it’s much larger than any of the tents in this video and I usually tie it down to the back seat with some ROK Straps because it’s that big. It’s good at the actual campsite though. It has an awning to keep the bike dry and it zips up to keep the bugs out. The tarp that it rolls up in is supposed to serve as a dry area to store your gear, but there is enough ground clearance that the wind can blow raindrops underneath the awning and onto my gear if the weather is just wrong.

[@janniecombrinkza]

At first I was damn upset when it seemed RF9 is being replaced. Now this is starting to become THE MOST entertaining, creative, original and damn right awesome whatever you call these videos. What are they!? 44 bru you are a class act, and you compliment RF9 like an FTR1200 compliments the entire motorcycle species.

[@michaelmullens1214]

These shorts really are entertaining. Keep up the great work 44.

[@ostin4561]

truly one of the top 3 motorcycle Camping Tents of all time

[@pistre14]

Proof you really can sell americans ice in the winter

[@laconeznamy]

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[@siberx4]

Great video. I have done some motorcycle camping, and a proper bivy (with a pole to keep its shape) is an affordable and reasonably comfortable solution that easily fits on a bike and keeps you dry and mosquito-free. It does nothing for keeping the bike dry of course, but I honestly don't consider that a big issue. If it's raining then it's just as likely/possible it's been raining that day and your bike is already wet, and you would be wearing your rain gear so a wet seat is no big deal. That aside, if you really do want a dry space (more to be comfortable and dry yourself out rather than your bike) then a coated nylon tarp is a great addition, and doesn't add too much bulk. The bike definitely provides a couple convenient tie-down points, combined with a couple lightweight collapsing poles and you can set up a shelter with reasonable height even in areas lacking any useful trees.

[@CarlosAlbuquerque1]

For the experts, what do you feel about that 2nd one? I fear that if I roll, my arm it might hit the side stand and have the bike fall on top of me!

[@Milkybar3320011]

Agree, an extra strap and a tree to stop the bike going over on me would give me a less stress night.

[@skymaster36]

So I spent 6 months living out of a tent off of a versys x300 around the US. One of the guys I camped with had a similar tent but a much cheaper solution. It was a hiking tent that was designed to use trecking poles. We tied it to his bike. The real secret is a center stand. If you have a center stand you can set this up as safe as can be. That being said I used a 60 dollar knock off 1 person normal tent from Amazon every night for 6 months and it was just fine. Bulky and heavy, but it worked.

[@dnlvrl.]

Went for a two week trip with a strip of tyvek that i used like that in Patagonia, where the wind sometimes makes it difficult to walk. It requieres some skills with knots and stuff like that but is doable, some options: As somebody said get a line in the other side of the bike Go low, from the pegs or top of the tires rather than the seat so it catches lees wind Use something other than the bike, seems obvios but you see people using the bike instead of a sturdy tree Use the handlebar and sleep in front of the bike Lay the bike over, can't fall if it's already on the ground and it's tall enough for the tarp to not touch the sleeping bag

[@motohobo]

What's the problem, surely you can set this up so the bike is leaning away from you? HUGE design fault if you can't! Personally I still think it's a bit of a novelty. But each to his own and all that.

[@sawyersdad5292]

@@skymaster36 what ever works...

[@archibald_haddock]

Best soundtrack for a motocamping video I've ever heard! Great work!

[@FeralDayASMR]

I do wonder if they really slept through the nights camping like this or had a car to sleep in instead

[@pistre14]

Of course not

[@MrSkinnyWhale]

Put up all tents/hammocks near each other in the day, do your day/morning shots. Come back at night do your night shots. I'm guessing tho.

[@gasstationpeanuts1814]

They just used a night lens over the camera, the first night "campfire" wasn't a campfire but a light the camera man was waving in front of. It's a smart solution.

[@erisaweasel]

These just keep getting better and better. Love the 44 theme song.

[@buddywhatshisname522]

Best bike videos on the internet!

[@trainisawsm123]

Nice, I picked up hammock camping through hiking and I have to agree, as long as there's trees it's the way to go!

[@lewzero]

It took me longer than I'd like to admit that the first song was about 44. THAT'S INCREDIBLE! Very nice touch

[@bukinnear]

I know you guys have been easing 44 into the channel, and I gotta say: you've done a great job of it. A few links to work out in the narration, but that'll come with practice. Great work, 44, we believe in all of you!

[@tristangillis7365]

As someone with a newer VanVan, it makes me endlessly happy to see it making repeat showings on here.

[@minihjalte]

Insane how your videos just keep geeting more amazing😮

[@kevinvesey5263]

I’ve had a Hennessy hammock for 10 or so years and it’s by far the best option for light weight, small size, and versatility. Get the snake skins with it… it makes set up and take down incredibly fast and easy while also keeping the hammock clean and protected. Granted you do need to be in an area with trees, but that’s really the only limitation. You don’t need a level or smooth spot to set up, you’re off the ground. Tie it up between two trees, pull the snake skins back and tie the ends of the fly down. Once I find the trees I’m setting up between I can be set up under cover in less than two minutes. You can stand up inside the hammock to set up your sleeping kit or to get dressed. You can sit under it to cook if it’s raining out and you can keep all your gear under it out of the weather. Slip a sleeping pad into it and I can comfortably sleep in it down to -5c or better with a decent bag rated to 0c or so. It’s very comfortable to sleep in once you get the hang of it…. Wayyyyy better than a sleeping pad on the ground.

[@oslego]

I never noticed if you had custom theme music on other videos, but the tunes on this one were great and added to the story. Great job, 44 and crew!

[@sheldons1501]

Man i love the videos you guys make!!!! Hopefully next year I'll make it out for a weekend, to try out motocamping! I have lots of gear from kayak camping and think that it will carry over quite well. Thanks for all the videos!! Great work!!

[@P373RV2]

Again something between entertainmen and art. Just next level. Thanks man. Great!

[@rossplunkett9940]

I’ve used Hennessy Hammocks for years. Not only are they incredibly comfortable they also allow you to use sites unsuitable for ground camping such as too rough, sloped or damp. They work well for a side sleeper like me.

[@krisborgias2718]

Good one 44! Glad you're on the team.

[@michelledemers710]

Camping & travelling as a couple with 2 motorbikes, we went for a decent-sized single standalone. We could split packing the gear between two bikes, and the larger inside space meant we could keep our gear protected from insects. Learned that one the hard way.

[@autobots9786]

Far out, your filmography was always top notch. But I feel like it's been taken to the next level recently! Love the addition of the 44 character, nice change of face without it feeling crowbared in.

[@jmos96]

The BEST motorcycle videos on KZbin or anywhere else!

[@andrewoxner2941]

I'm always amazed at the level of your teams production. Thanks for the great attention. Hammock it is! I'm too old to sleep on the ground lol.

[@alexicon_]

i. love. hammock camping. i truly do. the advantages over ground camping just cannot compare. but, that comfort comes at a price - both cost, weight, and bulk. and, you need those things, uhh trees. the right spacing can be hard to find, particularly at higher altitudes! underquilts are the bees knees, but they just don't pack down as small as a pad. end of the day, you end up collecting a bit of all of these kits. versatility is key. i always try to pre-scout locations before committing to a hammock camp - if there's doubt of suitable trees, carrying an extra bivy adds to the bulk but gives me peace of mind. but eh - once you get that perfect hang, gatdam if it ain't as cozy as your mother's womb. thanks for the content, entertaining and informative as always.

[@SuperChief83]

Great job on the video man!! As per usual the videos are always easy to digest and fun. Also love the 3 very different and distinct types of tents. I'm leaning towards #2 just because no matter what you'll always have the bike as an anchor point.

[@evgeniydeus8137]

That was brilliant, even more brilliant than usually. Good job, 44!

[@VelvetElvisRPB]

“Three clonely nights” … just sprayed coffee out of my nose. Love these videos. Always look forward to them.