How snug is the Snugpak Ionosphere???

[@thesouthernwoodsmanuk216]

Thank you for the honest video. I drove to the north of London which had all the snugpak tents on display . Which I.got in all of them. Which the stratosphere and ionosphere tents and thought . Not for me . The scorpian 2 is what I.fell in love with. One day I.will get for my winter tent. Thanx buddy.

[@ksgonewild]

Oooh that sounds like fun to see them all up and to be able to try them! I’m glad you found your dream tent and I hope you have lots of adventures together! Thank you so much for watching and commenting! 😃🌳🏕💕

[@shanedean8762]

Your a joy to watch , your amazing, thankyou for being You

[@ksgonewild]

Aw thank you so much! 🥰

[@shanedean8762]

@@ksgonewild its a pleasure, I was in the lakedistrict 3 weeks ago for a wkend , missing being there and then discovered you , like pure sunshine coming from my phone .As I said previously , a Joy to watch, welldone You , take care 😊

[@ksgonewild]

@@shanedean8762 thank you so so much 🥰

[@GerhardLugauer]

Karen! What a funny way to show the Ionosphere tent from snugpak! I like the way you did it!

[@ksgonewild]

Ah thank you so much!!! I aim to please!!! 😜😂

[@asaandthemarchharepart267]

Brilliant tent Karen. Love the low profile of it, perfect for windy hillsides or staying low-key in the countryside. Also wonderful repair kit and proper pegs. All the best, keep up the awesome adventures x

[@ksgonewild]

Thank you so much Asa!! I’m looking forward to using it! 😃

[@samc705]

NGL You're a breath of fresh air...So many of the "Bushcraft & Camping" YT community are so far up their own arses at times (just recreating other peoples videos with their own slant on things that it's a bit cringeworthy to watch)...Not so on Karen's Gone Wild, and lets face it, who doesn't love the odd Carry On Camping type innuendo or pun? Def subbed and will continue to watch.

[@ksgonewild]

Aw thank you Sam what lovely comments! That really means a lot to me so thank you! 🥰😃🌳🏕💕

[@Lostgirladventures10]

Great video karen u always do great reviews woz really interesting to see wot this woz like inside. Thanks for sharing xx

[@ksgonewild]

Thank you so much Sara! 😃🌳🏕💕

[@justinmoors]

Innuendo bingo overload! This video will give Novice Wild Camper plenty of footage to edit together, although I think you've done most of the work already! Love it!

[@ksgonewild]

Haha! Glad you enjoyed it 😃😘

[@markgilmour5757]

About 20 years ago eurohike (Millet's) did one almost the same as that, advertised as a 2 man tent, it was cracking wee one man tent, and a warm squeeze for 2.

[@ksgonewild]

I used to love going in Millets as a kid with my parents and looking at all the camping stuff..... still get excited now!!!

[@69buckleys]

More innuendo than a Carry On film. I approve - subscribed!

[@ksgonewild]

Haha thank you!!!!

[@alejandrocanales3298]

Great your video, I'm thinking of acquiring this tent, thanks for sharing, greetings from Chile. ❤️

[@ksgonewild]

Ah you are so welcome, thank you so much for watching! 😀

[@1972andyb]

Used this twice now on proper wild camps. Absolutely love if. Inner first and no porch, but great for dry weather. Being a shortarse at 5’9 I can but my pack at the front ends and scooch down a bit. Great airflow. Held up great in what felt and sounded like gale force winds. Really lightweight, small pack size and I separated the poles and pegs from the main pack. Looking at snugpak scorpion 2 for a winter tent. See what’s about for Black Friday.

[@ksgonewild]

It’s a great little tent! 😍

[@ThomasBartha-iv6sb]

Such a lovely review😄 thank you so much!

[@ksgonewild]

Ahh thank you lovely! 🥰

[@NorwayHikesTrails]

Nice review Karen. Wishing you a wonderful day.

[@ksgonewild]

Thank you so much lovely! Hope you’re keeping well? 😃🌳🏕💕

[@buffyjohn]

I've got one of these and I went out on a -5°c wild camp last month and was super toasty. Lived it. Loved it.

[@ksgonewild]

Oh amazing!!! Well done you!!! What sleeping bag did you use?

[@buffyjohn]

@Karen’s Gone Wild! I've got a Snugpak Sleeper Zero which is just the ticket. A small bottle of Jameson's helped too!

[@primokarma9841]

"We're lost and there's no signs of us ever going home... but atleast we have all these free teabags"

[@ksgonewild]

Haha! Gotta love freebies! 😃

[@andrewmay1281]

Nice vid as per and cool tent. Good review with added humour, brill 👍😊😂

[@ksgonewild]

Thank you so much! 😃🌳🏕💕

[@russelllawler79]

Loved your video Karan very interesting video on the snug Pak tent ⛺ but not me as not a lot of space . Was going to get one as been thinking about it. But now changed my mind ? Hope you're well and look forward to your next adventure x

[@ksgonewild]

Happy to have helped you make your mind up and saved you some money! Cheers Russell, I hope you are well 😃

[@plasmacastorable]

Lol this is my 1st time seeing you, your awesome and I do find your humor type paralleling my own ,thanks for the smiles 😁

[@ksgonewild]

Ahh you’re welcome! So glad you found me! Thank you so much for watching and commenting! 🥰

[@plasmacastorable]

@@ksgonewild I have the ionosphere btw, I just turn around, back In in a reverse crawl. Lol your awesome, you would be a joy to go camping with indeed :)

[@plasmacastorable]

Oh, there is a company that makes a tent you would like very much here in the US, outdoor vitals makes the dominion 1, I have that as well, same size packed (maybe smaller) as the ionosphere but lighter. If I can send you a side by side I will try if your interested but much more room and a good sized vestibule.

[@ksgonewild]

@@plasmacastorable ah amazing! Yes definitely reversing in appears to be the best way. Have you used it in wet weather? I imagine it’s not much fun. Thank you for the lovely comment!

[@ksgonewild]

@@plasmacastorable shipping to UK is a nightmare though sadly. And ideally I need to be able to sit up. My Cloudpeak 2 is my happy tent really but thank you!! 🥰

[@1972andyb]

😂😂 scratch n sniff😂😂 we’ve got the same mind😂 I’m always getting in trouble 😂 and the rolling eyes 🙄🙄. Getting through your vids 👍

[@ksgonewild]

Ah amazing thank you!!! 🥰

[@RobCanada]

It's good to have someone tall climb into a review tent, I once bought a one man tent that Paul Messner used. It was like wearing a glove puppet! And kudos on leaving the climbing in and out of the tent in the video, my wife would have battered me if I had shot similar video of her 🤣 Great review.

[@ksgonewild]

Haha yes it’s definitely worth seeing a tall person in the tent, not a true reflection if a more vertically challenged person shows you how much room there is! 😂

[@RobCanada]

@@ksgonewild I never said @paul Messner is vertical challenged 🤣 Then again I’d pay good money to watch Lee squeeze his ass in there 😀

[@AshOutdoorsUK]

I remember scratch and sniff! 😆 I stopped counting the innuendo’s after about 2 minutes Karen 🤣🤣 looks a nice little tent, too claustrophobic for me tho, reminds me of my hooped bivvy and I hate it! Cool vid pink one, catch up soon Ash 😊⛺️

[@ksgonewild]

It’s no way near as bad as a hooped bivvy I don’t think as I couldn’t even contemplate one of those. 😂 Thank you for watching lovely and I’m glad someone else remembers scratch and sniff 😂🥰

[@walkergold5033]

Absolutely LOVE your timelapse :) definitely keep them up! you look like you're wiggling your legs when you move in timelapse lol

[@ksgonewild]

Haha! Glad you enjoyed it, thank you for watching! 😃

[@garywhelansr5602]

For a tarp set I use just the classic A frame. 8ft x10ft doing the 10ft on length of bivy. You end up with 2ft over hang for cooking. Cheers feet first n back into it.

[@ksgonewild]

Ah great idea! Thanks for sharing and watching! 😃

[@garywhelansr5602]

@@ksgonewild Your welcome from the State of Florida in the US.❤️

[@ksgonewild]

@@garywhelansr5602 oh wow I’ve crossed the pond!!! 😍

[@garywhelansr5602]

@@ksgonewild Yes you have crossed the pond Karen.❤️💯🙏

[@garywhelansr5602]

Have you visited the US ever? 😁

[@leedsleedsleeds1747]

First time I've watched one of video's and will definitely be watch more..Great review and nice humour..You come across as a really nice person and lots of fun

[@ksgonewild]

Ah thank you so much Tim, what lovely comments! 😃🌳🏕💕

[@campsandcoffee5882]

Great Vid Karen - Looking forward to the next installation on innuendo camping :) ATB Andy

[@ksgonewild]

Haha thanks Andy 😃

[@M0RMY]

Great video Karen. I just walked around the Isle of Arran with my Ionosphere. It’s a brilliant little bivvy tent. It’s warm and cosy and stands up well to winds etc. it’s a popular tent for the military too. Agree that it’s useful to have a tarp to make a “porch” - that’s what I do.

[@ksgonewild]

Oh wow! So how do you set up your tarp? I did try various configurations the week before but couldn’t find anything that worked. Or do you hang your tarp separately from a ridge line and just have the ionosphere underneath/next to it? I was trying to fashion something with a walking pole and little tarp.

[@JLowe-uu8lr]

Hmm i was thinking if you could add a loop to the top of the hoop !=8)

[@ksgonewild]

@@JLowe-uu8lr what to attach a tarp to? Problem is you don’t want to obstruct the entrance in any way or it will be even more difficult to get in and out. I think you just need a separate little tarp or hood weather! 😂 thank you for commenting, I really appreciate it! 😃

[@JLowe-uu8lr]

@@ksgonewild Attatch a loop to back side of hoop loop so as not to obstruct hoop tunnel !=8)

[@JLowe-uu8lr]

Yeah that's what i meant a separate tarp !=8)

[@LundysWildcampBushcraft]

My camp buddy Roney has one he used it last weekend he has just got the camo outer it looks great you come out with some funny things 🤣🤣 atvb Jimmy 😎😎👍👍

[@ksgonewild]

Haha thanks Jimmy, think I went a bit too far with this one 😂🤣😂 Does Rooney like his? And how does he find getting in and out? Thank you for watching lovely! 😃🌳🏕💕

[@LundysWildcampBushcraft]

@@ksgonewild he really likes it he's always drunk when he gets in it 🤣🤣 he's using it on my next video 😎😎👍👍

[@ksgonewild]

@@LundysWildcampBushcraft excellent!! I need some more YT hours, still a lot of catching up to do for sure! 😬😘

[@natscat4752]

You do make me laugh! Great review

[@ksgonewild]

Ahh yay!! Thank you so much!! 😃

[@patrickedwards7107]

Solid review Karen I've been looking into one of these.

[@ksgonewild]

Ah glad you found it helpful! 😃

[@lansdorf]

Really enjoyed the review, I even started to imagine innuendoes that didn't exist.

[@ksgonewild]

😂🤣😂 thank you for watching!

[@vi0205]

So funny😂 Subscrition you have. I will buy the Ionosphäre soon, was not sure, but I think is fine for my Outdoor Activities. Best wishes from Germany Viola 👍

[@ksgonewild]

@@vi0205 ahhh thank you lovely! So glad you enjoyed the video and thank you so much for subscribing! As long as you don’t mind not being able to sit up in your tent I’m sure you’ll love this! 🥰

[@vi0205]

​@@ksgonewildI bought it Karen and I'm very happy with the Ionosphere👍

[@theodoreyoungman2111]

All that mesh looks like it'd be good for condensation control, however bad for colder days, could be a little blustery.

[@ksgonewild]

Yes quite possibly. Definitely good for ventilation. I’ve only slept in it once last year and I was freezing but it was a frosty night. Definitely hoping to use it a bit more in the summer…. If we get a summer 😂 Thank you for watching!! 🌳🏕💕

[@EllySpace]

Good tent review. Well shown and good commentary .

[@ksgonewild]

Ah thank you so much!! 🥰

[@markaudley-thewles5920]

Hi Karen, Great review. I have owned one of these beauties ,for about four years now. You are right about the build quality , its very robust. I am 6ft 4”, so it’s cosy, but manageable. It’s warm in winter and blooming hot in the summer. I generally leave the outer door stowed up , with just the insect mesh secured. Ventilation is good then, plus you can see the stars !!! Keep up the great work ,and your infectious positive vibe. Cheers, Mark.

[@ksgonewild]

Thank you Mark, that’s a great idea for the summer to leave the door up! Thank you for watching, us tall folk have to stick together 😂

[@markaudley-thewles5920]

@@ksgonewild We certainly do !✊

[@lauriebloggs8391]

@@ksgonewild I'm a 6'4" ol' git and have just bought one from Outdoor GB at just over £100 (steal?) ....we'll see..........

[@ksgonewild]

@@lauriebloggs8391 ah I hope you like it! Sounds like a great price, practice your reversing skills! 😂

[@lauriebloggs8391]

Beep! Beep! Beep! Actually I find it quite easy getting in/out for this aged oversized carcass! Looking good. so far.......... (just arrived and set up!)

[@peteonthemove]

Hi mate. Great vid. Really liked the tent. Great set up for a summer foray. Great to see how a normal sized person (like us 😂) fits in it also. Can`t say I`m not tempted. Cheers, Peter.

[@ksgonewild]

It really is well made and a great design! I thought it would be useful for taller folks to see as it’s a great option for sure! If you can lean on one elbow to cook in the doorway you’d be ok (I see a lot of people do that) but I couldn’t do it personally. Thank you so much for watching! 😃

[@MarkARhodie]

I like the colour of it.

[@ksgonewild]

The tent or my hair?! 😂

[@scorpiokitty9745]

Again, a brilliant video!👏🥳🇧🇻😅

[@ksgonewild]

Thank you so much Line! I’ve been practicing and I’ve got your name down now! Look forward to the next live! 🥰😂

[@scorpiokitty9745]

@@ksgonewild Perfect!!😅🥰 Me too,-please do one soon!👏🥳🤞🤗

[@stevew585]

I tried one of these ''Coffin'' tents and really didn't like it, I wanted something smaller for lightweight short hikes/ overnighter. I found something like the OEX Phoxx 1 really fits the bill, coffin like yes, but not to ridiculously small like the Sungpack Ionosphere and also the Jack Wolfskin Gossamar 1.

[@ksgonewild]

I must admit I haven’t used this tent again since… having got used to my bigger tent and the space I can’t go back to a tiny tent like this. For what it is though it’s excellent and works brilliantly for a lot of people. 🥰 I’m glad you found something you’re happy with!! 😃

[@andersg262]

It is a nice little tent I usually put up a tarp above to get more space I put the backpack above my head in the tent it was made for what I lack a loop for tent luck but it can be fixed// Anders

[@ksgonewild]

Thank you so much! Yes I just prefer my head higher up with more space or I feel claustrophobic 😂

[@saxoncrow2500]

Great video Karen. Problem with the Ionosphere is the price. In comparison I have the jack wolfskin gossamer 1 which is more or less identical and at at least £50 cheaper. That's a few extra pints right there haha. Loving your work!

[@ksgonewild]

Awww thank you lovely!!! To be fair I’ve had this years now so maybe the price has gone up? Great if you’ve got something identical gorgeous cheaper though!! Thank you for watching!! 🥰🥰

[@alistairhunter5724]

Interesting review. It is like a bigger version of their bivi . The second hoop at small end has the advantage off spilling water off as reviews I have seen of the bivi water can accumulate at the foot .end .Also you can take your kit inside. Here on Sierra Navada (Spain) there is a problem with foxes raiding your kit in the night I am looking for something small . Have a Mountain Hardware Trango 3 as a base tent but obviously it is super heavy. In the summer normally just bivi .There lot of refugios in various conditions but there are gaps were there are none so could do with something more portable . Draging the Trango3 up to 3400mtrs isn't fun although I have taken it up to the laguna that are usually around 2800mtrs and hidden it in the bolder fields and collected it on returning from a summit. Thanks again for the review.

[@ksgonewild]

Thank you for watching and commenting, I’m so glad you enjoyed the review! It’s a great shelter and so lightweight! 🥰

[@WelshLass]

Great honest review Karen not sure I’d manage the low profile but it’s def a good option for others to try and light weight enough

[@ksgonewild]

Thank you so much for watching lovely! 🌳🏕💕

[@stevenarnott9800]

Brilliant vid

[@ksgonewild]

Thank you so much!! 🥰

[@jeremybrown3360]

Omg. I need to go camping with you! 😂

[@ksgonewild]

😂🤣😂

[@dougdixonhull]

Hi Karen. I have the Snugpak Stratosphere and I use the DD superlight tarp S, as seen on Paul Messner's Channel. I'll send you a link😁

[@dougdixonhull]

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[@ksgonewild]

Aw thank you Doug!!! 😃🌳🏕💕

[@lifeontherocks7441]

Nice little shelter. Look forward to seeing ot in action 👍

[@ksgonewild]

Me too to be honest, fell in love with it all over again. Just need to guarantee me the good weather Dean! 😂

[@PraktischTaktisch-Gut]

I watched a lot reviews for this snugpak ionosphere but this one is the best I have seen so far. You gave a perfect closer look, how much space is inside with sleeping gear and about the trouble to get in. I am really interested in this tent but there is only one thing I dont like and that's the amount of tent pegs. I would like a tent like this which is able to be installed with nearby zero tent pegs, because somtimes its not possible to push them in the ground...depending where you are

[@ksgonewild]

Ahh thank you so much!!! I do agree about the number of pegs but man is this thing sturdy!!!! 😂 Thank you so much for watching!! 🥰

[@PraktischTaktisch-Gut]

@@ksgonewild I think I gonna buy it anyway because I just felt in love about this tent since I've seen it 😛

[@ksgonewild]

@@PraktischTaktisch-Gut I’m sure you’ll love it! 🥰

[@ramblingracheltrailtales]

Hi Karen. The repair kit is a good feature. A lot of tents only come with basic stuff. I like the chunky pegs. Can’t stand short narrow pegs. It appears to be a robust tough little tent. I can imagine trying to get changed might be a bit tricky if it were raining outside. Good review, thank you 😊

[@ksgonewild]

It’s really good isn’t it?! I’ve never had another tent with such a great repair kit, they’ve literally thought of everything! Thank you so much for watching!! 🥰

[@R3ubz7]

Absolutely bussin video

[@ksgonewild]

Cheers G 😂

[@WildBeare]

Out of control innuendos!! 😄😄Great video & review, that is wayy to snug for me haha. I feel claustrophobic just looking at it, looks kind of like a hooped bivi? I can see how it would work well for less-claustrophobic-people, nice low profile. The weight saving compared to the Naturehike will be awesome :) Hair is looking wonderful my pink lady! 💞 Loved the goodies too 😍😍 Really excited for your Summer adventure 😃Have a great week Xx

[@ksgonewild]

😂🤣😂 yes I think this was a little out of control 😂 potty mouth 😬 I couldn’t sleep in a hooped bivvy but this was ok, just! It’s definitely not my shelter of choice as you know but for multi day treks it will be perfect if the weather is ok. If it’s not I’ll just carry the CP2 🥰 Thank you so much for watching wild one 🐻💕🌳🏕

[@ChrisWoutdoors]

Nice looking tent but as you say will be hard to get in and out when its wet.. Oh no its catching..lol New Subscriber ATB Chris.

[@ksgonewild]

See, it’s so easy to fall into the innuendo trap! 😂🤣😂 when you’re talking about tents they just come too easy 😂🤣😂 thanks Chris! 😃🌳🏕💕

[@lets.walk.around.gothenburg]

Hello my friend great movie,, Very interesting movie,, Thanks for sharing, Really liked your videos

[@ksgonewild]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@spencerwyse3650]

I lost count of the innuendos after 136 😂😉😉😘

[@ksgonewild]

🤣😂🤣 sorry not sorry 😂🤣😂

[@bushcraftoz2]

Thanks for the review. I think of it as a hooped Bivy. A tarp over the top half seems like must in any sort of dodgy weather. I think Paul Messner had a small tarp set up over the head of his bivy that might work for you.

[@ksgonewild]

Thank you, I’ll check it out….. mind you he is a wee man compared to me 😂

[@bushcraftoz2]

@@ksgonewild I use a 3 x 3 tarp :-)

[@ksgonewild]

@@bushcraftoz2 me too in the woods 😃

[@whitesparrow4907]

Very much enjoyed joining you inside your Ionosphere. Do find it waterproof, have you had the chance to use it much in the rain? I know you mentioned you wanted to use it mostly in the summer. But, may be not by design, but just by chance perhaps you had some rain and can comment on how well it kept you dry (or not). Cheers from Washington State, USA.

[@ksgonewild]

Ahhh thank you! To be completely honest, given my size and the struggle I have getting in and out I actually haven’t used it again as I got my Cloud Peak 2. I can’t see any reason why the tent would fail in the rain as it’s extremely well made but getting in and out in the rain would bd extremely difficult. Thank you so much for watching!! 🥰

[@chrish3305]

Great review but golly what a palaver! Cloud Peak 2 and an extra kilo for me all day long

[@ksgonewild]

Well yes, me too to be honest! I’m getting as much training in as I can to help my hippy shoes so I can carry the weight 😂

[@MrsStoj]

Thanks for doing this review, informative and entertaining! I was weighing up if this bivi-tent thingy was for me. It isn’t ☹️ I’d get radge trying to haul myself in/out even though I’m only 5ft 4, what I lack in height I make up for in heft 🤣 and if it was raining too, I’d be throwing f***s all over the place, not very stealth lol!

[@ksgonewild]

Haha! Happy to have helped then! Thank you for watching! 😃

[@david_v2.1]

I'm a fan of Snugpak gear but not sure how I would get on with this particular tent...perfect lengthwise but headroom would be a literal pain in the neck for us 6 footers trying to sit comfortably. Ideal for a few munchkins though. Stick with your Cloudpeak for your 3 day adventure...compensate for the extra 1kg by leaving the extra large hip flask of rum and 6 pack of beer at home :)

[@ksgonewild]

Whhaaaattt?!?! I don’t need that kind of negativity in my life! 😂🤣😂 I’ll probably take both and suffer the pain 😂

[@david_v2.1]

😆

[@stevenarnott9800]

I was thinking about buying on of these and I think I will, one question will it fit a medium sized dog?

[@ksgonewild]

And a person? It would be cosy but yes I imagine it would, depending on the size of the person I guess. If you’re really tall and built like a brick outhouse maybe not lol!!

[@ACE19688]

What is the condensation like? I had a stratosphere years ago got wrecked in a storm. the condensation was awful

[@ksgonewild]

I’ve only camped in this once on a really cold but dry night and there was no condensation at all. I’m not sure how different the two are to be honest? Thank you for watching and commenting 😃🌳🏕💕

[@kevanhubbard9673]

Years ago I walked the whole coast of Belgium from the French border to the Dutch and thought I'd stay in hotels but the where all full but luckily I had an orange survival bag so I just camped out in the dunes in that getting a train to Ghent in the middle to stay in a hotel to freshen up.Mind it was in the summer and didn't rain but I wouldn't like to do it in January!

[@ksgonewild]

Goodness no! Wow, what an adventure that must have been!! Thank you so much for watching and commenting! 😃🌳🏕💕

[@phillipbrotheridge7740]

Hi Karen. Just subscribed. Lost count of the inuendos and yes, I am old enough to remember scratch and sniff. You're on the horns of a dilemma here. You are using the Snugpak to save weight but need to use a tarp for extra coverage which adds weight. So you will probably end up about the same carry weight. There are ways of rigging a tarp over the entrance, but it's a bit difficult to explain in text. Good luck and keep it up. ( oops, inuendo)

[@ksgonewild]

Haha! Thank you so much Phillip! I lost count too 😂 Yes I know exactly what you mean, if it’s likely to be bad weather I’ll just use my Cloud Peak 2 which I completely love anyway. I tried to rig a small tarp up with a walking pole but just couldn’t find a configuration that worked and like you said, what’s the point?! Thank you so much for watching, commenting and subbing I really appreciate it 🥰🌳🏕💕

[@ivandavidson5694]

hi karen great video 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@ksgonewild]

Thank you so much Ivan!! 😃

[@hindlewalker9330]

I know it's a one person but could you get two of those mattress's in.side by side at a pinch.

[@ksgonewild]

No I really don’t think so. You could at a very tight squeeze, emergency situation for two small people in there but not two mats.

[@wildernessbrothers5587]

Nice tent

[@ksgonewild]

It’s not bad is it?! Really sturdy little thing! 😃

[@MAXCOBRALAZERFACE]

I have this tent. I get in it the same way as you do. It’s a fun tent but not my favorite.

[@ksgonewild]

No funnily enough I haven’t used it since lol!! It’s great for what it is but I really need something I can sit up in ideally. Great little tent though! 🥰

[@JAYZWORKSHOP]

Nice Review Karen 👍 . I have had a few small 1 man tents and all have been difficult to get in and out of. The worst thing is if it’s bad weather and your stuck in it for any length of time Other Than bedtime. The snugpak are generally good quality for their price, although some of their gear is not as good as it used to be. Have fun happy camping 🏕 Jason.

[@ksgonewild]

Thank you Jason! Yes couldn’t agree more when it comes to getting in and out and the bad weather issue. I will be very picky when I use this lol! Thanks for watching and commenting 😃

[@Taffwildmanofthewoods]

Karen nice review 👍 This tent is not for me but have heard good reviews especially for a summer tent. Take it easy atb Taff 🤠👊 x

[@ksgonewild]

Thanks Taff!! 🌳🏕💕

[@GusExplores]

Your kids are going to love listening to all the Innuendo when they are older, I find them hilarious. That tent would be far too small for me I would just get in a mess. I also have to get undressed I find is so uncomfortable sleeping in clothes.

[@ksgonewild]

You could just strip off outside then climb in! 😂🤣😂 They already get the innuendos worryingly 😂 they find it funny luckily, I think I’m quite a cool mum 😂

[@GusExplores]

@@ksgonewild I generally do that when I am in my akto just cos it's easier, winter is a bid dodgy for doing that though. I reckon you would be a cool mum

[@ksgonewild]

@@GusExplores that’d be an unexpected sight on the moors! 😂 Aw thank you 🥰

[@GusExplores]

@@ksgonewild Normally noone else is around. I think it might put a lot of people off wild camping if there was a chance of seeing that.

[@ksgonewild]

@@GusExplores aw I’m sure that’s not true! Just rather unexpected 😂

[@frankief38]

Hi, what do you mean by “you would need a top”? Thanks

[@ksgonewild]

I think I was talking about a tarp as opposed to a top. Just to give you additional shelter in wet weather and a space to cook etc. thank you for watching! 😁

[@frankief38]

@@ksgonewild oh sorry I miss heard, thank you.

[@hpso12xu]

Try covering the entrance with a small lightweight jimmy rigged rain fly.

[@ksgonewild]

I think it would make getting in and out near on impossible to be honest but thank you for the suggestion and comment! 🥰

[@1972andyb]

Hi boss, looking at one of these. What if you were to ‘erect’ a tarp over it? I know it kinda defeats the object of low profile, but would give a dry area?

[@ksgonewild]

That would definitely work yes! I was just trying to also weight-save so carrying a tarp as well kinda defeats the object though lol! It’s a great shelter if you like this kind of thing, I prefer being able to sit up to be honest but it’s well made and low profile! Thank you for watching though!!

[@1972andyb]

Just ordered one 😂😱 good to have multiple options I suppose. So, hammocks? 😂😂

[@1972andyb]

Could always use ionosphere without the fly in warmer weather and use a tarp above 😊😊

[@ksgonewild]

@@1972andyb yes you absolutely could, what a great idea!!!! Oooh I wish I’d thought of this in the summer, may try that next year, too cold now lol!!!

[@theheightoflife]

Awesome video Karen... I was actually looking at one of these last year for some summer camps, and I may still get one at some point, think they're well cool! Although this is probably the best and most descriptive video ive seen after watching around 8 - 10 last year. Some videos went on for 10 mins and I still didnt know about the tent lol. I did actually end up getting the Stratosphere bivvvy instead though, but never got to use it yet for obvious reasons. Was saying "thats what she said" at the tv so many times in this 😂😂 Thanks for an awesome video as always 🙏🏼😃 ATB... Chris 😊👍🏻🏕💚

[@ksgonewild]

Thank you so much Chris! I’m really glad you found it useful, it is a great little tent! 😃 Can’t wait to see you back out again soon, will be emotional! 😃

[@theheightoflife]

@@ksgonewild Yes Karen it was a superb video! I just hope if someone is looking into one of these they click on this one as they will find everything they need. Think ill definitely have another look into one for the summer. Aww thank you!! 😊🥰 I cant wait to be back out... stay tuned it may be on the horizon very soon 🙏🏼🤞🏻🙏🏼

[@ksgonewild]

Actually cannot wait I’ve missed you and your beautiful smile! 😃

[@theheightoflife]

@@ksgonewild Awww thanks Karen! 😊🥰😘

[@ksgonewild]

😘

[@soggz4246]

More double entendres than a copy of Viz! All the best…👍🏾🇬🇧😉

[@ksgonewild]

😂🤣😂 I just can’t help myself!! 😂

[@soggz4246]

@@ksgonewild People like you make this world worth being on. Don’t ever stop.👍🏾😉🤣

[@ksgonewild]

@@soggz4246 awwww thank you!!! 🥰 what a lovely thing to say!!! 😍

[@soggz4246]

@@ksgonewild 😊

[@barneysbimbles]

Hi Karen, interesting review. I had one of these for a while and liked it. I always felt it was a bit unfair to refer to it as a tent though because it was much more akin to a really posh hooped bivvy. It could easily withstand a battering from the weather though and was always well anchored down with all the peg points. Completely agree with your point on getting in and out - not very graceful!! I ended up selling mine though for two simple reasons; I preferred my Dutch army hooped bivvy, and I wanted to raise some funds for a Luxe Hexpeak tent. Thanks for sharing 👍

[@ksgonewild]

Oh I bloody love the Hexpeak but won’t fit in it 😫 how do you find it?

[@gclif9898]

Is there more head room in the ionosphere compared to the dutch hooped bivvy ? As i found the dutch bivvy really claustrophobic

[@aabbushcraft]

Hi Karen, great video! to give yourself more room, use a tarp with the tent. Just a thought!

[@ksgonewild]

Thank you, yes I tried several configurations with a little tarp and walking pole but couldn’t come up with anything. Think I’d need a tarp on a ridge line separate from the tent which I mentioned in the vid. Definitely need some outdoor space for cooking etc in wet weather, absolute must! Thank you for watching and commenting, hope you’re keeping well! Hopefully back in the woods this weekend all being well!!!! 😃

[@bushcraftandastronomer.3775]

The one I bought isn't that good because it wasn't that good waterproofing rating as I got soaked in it when there was heavy rain and ground sheet didn't keep my gear dry. Then mesh at top in April got hole which annoyed me. It just didn't live up to the hype. The poles and pegs are quality which I liked. Loved How's it's so lightweight. Must be a rare faulty one that happen as I was sold 9n it by the reviews on youtube and amazon uk. I bought it in 2020 so I just feel bad about it. At first when i got it I was looking forward to trying it out in the scottish highlands where it failed. Very enjoyable video.

[@ksgonewild]

Aw no what a shame!! So gutting when your gear lets you down 😩 Thank you so much for watching and commenting I really appreciate it! 🥰

[@ksgonewild]

Aw no what a shame!! So gutting when your gear lets you down 😩 Thank you so much for watching and commenting I really appreciate it! 🥰

[@ksgonewild]

Aw no what a shame!! So gutting when your gear lets you down 😩 Thank you so much for watching and commenting I really appreciate it! 🥰

[@cairnscrow8713]

I'd personally ignore the 1kilo weight and stick with the cloud peak because thats just like a hybrid bivvy? Each to their own though 👍🏼 oh did i hear the lady with pink hair blowing a pad in an open field say... she was trying not to draw attention?? 😂👍🏼

[@ksgonewild]

😂🤣😂 fair point 😂 Yes I got this before my Cloudpeak and as you’ve seen I bloody love that tent hence choosing to use it all the time. It’s only because of my hippy shoes I’m contemplating using this for multi day hikes but we’ll see 😃 Thank you for watching and commenting 😃🌳🏕💕

[@jimmanning338]

Great video but Snugpack lost me at 1.5kg, my MSR NX2 is the same weight.

[@ksgonewild]

Wow, do like the look of the MSR tents but it all comes down to the (ahem) size and if I’ll fit in it 😂 thank you for watching and commenting! 😃🌳🏕💕

[@camperp195]

Tight in there karen,but if youre doing multiday hikes its pretty perfect,and low weight 👍

[@ksgonewild]

Thanks Pete, it’s definitely snug lol! 😃 thank you for watching!

[@LittleRhubarb]

Great review and the Monica is pregnant for Nick soundtrack 👍🤗

[@ksgonewild]

Aw thanks lovely! Ok you’re going to have to explain the reference? 😂 I’m glad you like the music, I do spend ages finding it and I love it but sadly not everyone does. Very glad you do though 😃

[@LittleRhubarb]

@@ksgonewild I thought the name of the track was "Monica is pregnant for Nick" but just listened to it and its only like the first 15 or so seconds 🤔 so I don't know now 😂😂

[@ksgonewild]

@@LittleRhubarb I put the names of the songs I use in my description but it’s not that. I’ll look on YT, may well be very similar 🥰

[@ksgonewild]

@@LittleRhubarb it’s almost identical that first bit!

[@LittleRhubarb]

@@ksgonewild yeah! Really weird, its like just an excerpt from another track, oh well. Got to love dance music 😉👍

[@taffsdestination2369]

Hellooooo great review but way to small good weight but I would rather the height of the Lanshan 1 or 1 plus same weight. 🤘🤘🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@ksgonewild]

Hellooooo yourself!!! 😂 Yep I can get that completely and I hate not being able to sit up; however this would be better in the wind in my opinion than the Lanshan but yes, I completely understand! Prefer my Cloudpeak 2 anyway 😂

[@waynewanderer]

it`s a Karen double`entendre fest!! lol you`re dead right about using it in the wet though Karen , i`ve been looking at buying one in the camo colours for "sneaky" camps in places i shouldn`t really be (most of Britain actually) but the weight saving of a mere kilo isn`t really beneficial if you need to carry a tarp anyway!! it does look like a fantastic option for a summer Dartmoor evening as you say , just enough room for your wine stores!! . Really looking forward to your summer 3 dayer vid , i`ll more than likely be up there myself xx

[@ksgonewild]

Yes I know exactly what you mean about having to carry the weight of a tarp too hence if it’s not going to be great weather I’d rather just carry my CP2 😃 thank you for watching and commenting! 😃🌳🏕💕

[@AggyGoesOutdoors]

My count is 14 but then I am filthy 😉 I really wanted to buy this tent once, but to be honest all the the reservations you shared about the door entrance awkwardness and using this tent when wetness is on the cards are the exact reasons I didn't. I also worry that door will just let all the rain in. For me it kind of sits somewhere between hooped bivi and tent but for fair weather use only.

[@ksgonewild]

Yep that’s exactly it Aggy, only time I’d use it really is if weight is a big issue (ie longer treks over several days) or if good weather is guaranteed 😂 it may not get much use lol!!!

[@AggyGoesOutdoors]

@@ksgonewild Well I'm not sure I'd pack it out yet, not sure what the weather has been like with you, but here with been having the most random snowy storms and sunshine, its been very weird the last two days

[@ksgonewild]

Yep, it won’t be used until it’s proper summer, I’m out tomorrow and it could be below freezing!! 🥶

[@AggyGoesOutdoors]

@@ksgonewild Yup forecast for tomorrow here is below freezing, I did my first stealth hammock camp last weekend at 4 degrees c, was thinking of doing another, but think I might pass as I don't actually have an underquilt . Good luck with your camp! 🤞🏼

[@ksgonewild]

@@AggyGoesOutdoors thank you, think I’ll need it lol! 😂

[@thewildcampolians]

I'm 6ft and the Jack Wolfskin Gossamer 1 is pretty much the same. I understand its a matter of standing, face out in the corner of the 'tub' then kneeing facing out then backing in like a lorry. Not graceful at all! I've only practiced in the garden so far though. Roll on May!

[@thewildcampolians]

I got a great tip from Paul Messner regarding making a really cheap groundsheet for my Gossamer. If you're keeping your Snugpak I highly recommend doing it > kzbin.info7jwzac2sEGY

[@ksgonewild]

Yep that sounds about right as my graceful demonstration showed 😂 big butt, little doorway 😂😃🌳🏕💕

[@thewildcampolians]

@@ksgonewild Haha it was entertaining to watch which is the main thing!

[@ksgonewild]

@@thewildcampolians thank you 🥰

[@Kathy-vt3eo]

I think you're supposed to purchase a small tube of glue to add to the repair kit as they don't send it as part of the kit but do recommend it, otherwise the kit is incomplete. Nice video, thank you.

[@ksgonewild]

Ah thanks for the heads up!! And thank you for watching!! 🥰

[@BurtonOutdoors]

Dudette... you know what scrunchies are right? Go buy one and use it 🤣🤣

[@ksgonewild]

Haha, yes Mr Burton Outdoors….. sir. 😜

[@stealthandysteath1069]

Nice tent for summer, but I don't think it would be any good for the winter, or windy weather. Nice one 👍🔥🇬🇧

[@ksgonewild]

Yep I definitely agree re winter but it’s pretty good in the wind to be fair. Not my tent of choice but a good option for multi day hikes in nice weather…… it may never get used again 😂

[@stealthandysteath1069]

@@ksgonewild Lol maybe a tarpaulin over for the woods... Or as a giveaway at some point in time.. 👍

[@ksgonewild]

@@stealthandysteath1069 ah no I’ll use it for sure just has to be rather specific conditions 😂

[@NoviceWildCamper]

Think that tent would drive me mad. Hate not being able to sit up and i would feel so claustrophobic as well. Great idea just not for me. BTW I didn't notice and innuendos 🤣

[@ksgonewild]

I’ve already had people asking for next Novice remix 😂🤣😂 Thanks for watching lovely 🥰😃🤣🏕💕

[@adrianevans4710]

Good pair of lunges you can blow mine up any time . Sleep Mat I'm referring too mind 😉🤣

[@ksgonewild]

😂🤣😂

[@1972andyb]

Hiya 😊😊 Guess what? Another innuendo 😂😂 ‘took it out last weekend just to have a bit of a play with it’ 😂😂 could refer to anything. Sorry, my mind is shocking ❤

[@ksgonewild]

😂🤣😂

[@boomshanka8743]

Girl, you do make me laugh! I think we are the same height (6'3" ish, whatever that is in willieliters) but I am broader in the chest (matron!). I have been thinking about thatvtent, so it's good to know it will fit. Regarding the cord loops on your tent stakes - consider making the loops longer, I make my stake loops as long as the stake. I find that much more versatile, I can easily attach the loop to another guy line with an improvised toggle or tie a larks head. Also very handy when it is very windy - hammer in your stake, then tie two more stakes together with a larks head then loop the two stake loops around the first stake and drive in the two stakes so the whole thing looks like a crow foot. That will hold down your stake in very heavy winds. PS - do you know about washing your tyvek in a cold water wash with no detergent? Do that a couple of times and it makes it way less crinkly and noisy.

[@ksgonewild]

Ah thanksfor the tips! I hAd heard about washing the tyvek but haven’t got around to do anything with it yet. I’m 6’1” but you could fit in this fine if you don’t mind the awkward getting in and out lol! Thank you for watching as always lovely! 🥰

[@wildernessbrothers5587]

You crack me up

[@ksgonewild]

I aim to please 😃😂🤣

[@urbanAngler_Bigfoot]

Us old bastards should stick together.......Medic!

[@urbanAngler_Bigfoot]

How very dare you!

[@ksgonewild]

@@urbanAngler_Bigfoot 😂 are you arguing with yourself?! 😂

[@MyScottyboy1]

You'd get seven dwarves in there no probs.

[@ksgonewild]

😂🤣😂🤔😂🤣😂

[@clamhammer4277]

The Snugpak Ionosphere is made for places with soft soil, and decent vegetation. I say that because if you try to set it up in absolutely ANY wind, you’re gonna have a problem. If the ground is hard, you’re better off trying to tie it off to large rocks which only add to the setup time. The tent stakes are cheap. I broke two on the first outing. I am currently on my third 10 day trip using this tent in the Mojave Desert, and it’s honestly falling apart. The guy lines on the sides are already ripped and frayed. There are already pinholes in both the interior net, and the rain fly (good thing it doesn’t rain here). I bought this thinking it would be a quick and easy to set up alternative to the traditional tent-cot I had been using. Man I was wrong…the reality is that while everyone is already set up and relaxing, you will be setting this POS up for at least 15-20 minutes in the wind. Probably longer depending on the site. Another point of annoyance is that this thing doesn’t have airflow…you will sweat to death in temps over 95 degrees if you put up the rain fly to block the sun. Additionally, the stuff sack that everything gets loaded into is CRAZY small. So make sure to roll everything up extra tight (again, not fun I in any wind). So don’t plan on breaking this thing down quickly in pinch. I’ve got tents twice this size that are twice as easy to break down and stow away to a pack. Summary: Do not buy this tent unless you’re camping in the woods, and only if by woods, you mean your back yard. It’s a piece of shit….

[@ksgonewild]

I believe they’re designed mainly for use in the UK, I’m not surprised it’s not fairing well in the desert to be honest. Thank you for commenting 😃

[@clamhammer4277]

@@ksgonewild isn’t the UK known for high wind (it being island and all)? I would imagine the conditions aren’t all that dissimilar, rain and heat not withstanding. If it works for those who buy it, that’s awesome. This is just one perspective from one region.

[@ksgonewild]

@@clamhammer4277 it can definitely be windy high up on the moors and on the hills yes! Wind is the bane of my camping life! 😂 I hope you enjoy the rest of your weekend! 😃

[@patricklarry6645]

You clearly didn't do any research before you purchased the tent.

[@ksgonewild]

Who Mr Clam? He’s not a happy bunny lol!! 😂🤣

[@rialobran]

I wish you hadn't mentioned the nails, I spent half this film looking at the shoddy workwomanship on them. Got to admit it looks like a better version of the little tent I've bought for myself as a standby measure. Please don't wiggle your arse at the camera again, at my age the ticker can't take it, just glad I didn't have my glasses on. 😉

[@ksgonewild]

Haha Si, sorry 😂 I did think I shouldn’t point out my failings but hey, if I don’t I’m sure someone else will 😂😃 The weather will be good though so it will all be fine though right? Si? Good weather yes? 😂

[@rialobran]

@@ksgonewild No

[@ksgonewild]

@@rialobran 😂🤣😂 I’m not The Jinx you know! 😂

[@rialobran]

@@ksgonewild I had noticed, his hair is slightly more skin coloured.

[@ksgonewild]

@@rialobran 😂🤣😂

[@xlithoplatemaker]

😘

[@ksgonewild]

🥰🌳🏕💕

[@shaunspencer6437]

What innuendos she on about?, 😂

[@ksgonewild]

😂🤣😂🤔🤔🤔

[@SCORPASRULE]

Sorry, that is way to small for my liking. The tent that is, for the right reason. 😂🤣😂🤣

[@ksgonewild]

Haha! Thank you for watching! 😃