Jack Wolfskin Gossamer 1 - Solo Wild camp and test of my used, £80 tent | High Wind | Heavy Rain

[@ridesrambles8903]

The height is a compromise as to be expected, but the plus side I find is extra stealth and wind resistance. Underrated tent and definitely keeping I the collection. Thanks for sharing

[@TheWalkingKev]

I don't think you can get tougher for the money, thanks for watching and commenting.

[@chrisdraper845]

I love this tent! Only issue, is it is a bit of a faff getting in and out. Other than that, it’s a great little tent which is more roomy than it initially looks.

[@TheWalkingKev]

Yeah, first time getting in I went in head first with feet out the door... Then realised I couldn't physically turn around to get my legs in! But yeah, once you're in its roomier than you'd think and rock solid. Great little tent.

[@Yorkshiremadmick]

Another plus. In summer and no rain. Can use without fly, sleep under the stars.

[@TheWalkingKev]

Assuming we get a summer this year!

[@justmyopiniontoday7548]

This is a very well rounded and wise review. You identify the tents distunguishing features and explain the choices made and how they effect usage indicating a wish to provide genuine value to the viewer. I have the gossamer 2 bought new few months ago and agree with a point you made that is normaly over looked in the reviews if this tent: that 100% mesh inner means the tent is vulnerable to the cold of hill winds. This makes for a great logical conundrum with the gassamer 2: you choose it for its rain and wind strength needed for winter and alpine use, but it is unsuited to the wind chill that characterise those conditions. I only have the gossamer 2 and this may be less a problem with the lower and smaller gossamer 1. The only point I thought missed was people choose the gossamer for a tent floor that is twice the thickness and waterproofing that is typical in tents. So floor safety. Thanks for posting.

[@TheWalkingKev]

Thanks for stopping by. Yes, I've not used it in cold conditions yet, but I've seen others using it year round. The bathtub floor is extremely robust and waterproof. For the money I don't know a tougher, better specified shelter.

[@SatriaChannel_08]

The natural scenery..amazing... Camping activities... awesome...

[@TheWalkingKev]

Thanks :)

[@TheFairway8]

I’ve watched so many videos and done so much research into hooped bivvis. Ideally I would prefer a small tent but living in Kent which is fairly populated I wanted something more stealthy and faster setup. I intend to bring my large dog this seems like the largest of the one man bivvis out there regarding floor space, so should be able to squeeze in for both of us, plus it seems really decent quality at a decent price. Thanks for the review

[@TheWalkingKev]

It's surprisingly spacious, but not easy to get in and out of and obviously very low. But it's strong, stealthy and feels bombproof. Thanks for commenting, really appreciate it.

[@westcountrywildcamping9556]

This is a great tent. Not sure why I ever sold mine. Kind of regret it. Great review 👍

[@TheWalkingKev]

Thanks. I'll hopefully be using it locally for some stealth camping at some point.

[@chrisc9406]

I dont know why you sold it either. It is a great tent!

[@thevalleywalker]

Quite low indeed.. I had a zephros 2 and 1st time I used it was on top of Mynydd Llangorse.. it was only when I got in it & my claustraphobia kicked in did I realise it wasn't for me... that is deffo something thaty I now consider when lookiung at tents. atb Alan

[@TheWalkingKev]

Yes, certainly a new type of tent for me, the width makes it not feel claustrophobic for me thankfully. What was it like pitching on Mynydd Llangorse? I'd been thinking about camping there...

[@thevalleywalker]

@@TheWalkingKev Lots of heather up there so can be like a sponge in places but lots of places to pitch up there and great views of Llangorse lakes , Blacks and the main peaks in the distance. You can park on the Bwlch between Llangorse & Mynydd Troed & it's a short sharp walk up onto the hill.

[@TheWalkingKev]

@@thevalleywalker thanks, I walked it quite a few years ago and recalled it had some grassy patches. I'll end up camping it at some point I'm sure!

[@thevalleywalker]

@@TheWalkingKev I uplaoded a pic to my Flickr thread quite near to where I pitched the tent.

[@louisburlingham6249]

A great tent bomb proof

[@TheWalkingKev]

Supposedly so. I must admit I haven't camped in it since, just because I've bought so many used tents over the last year I haven't had the time!

[@frozenmist-w4k]

Love mine, solid wee tent indeed. atb colin

[@TheWalkingKev]

Cheers Colin, it's a cracking little tent.

[@chrisc9406]

Jack Wolfskin Gossamer 1 tent exists in both inner pitch and outer pitch variants. I own one of each. The outer pitch variant has the flysheet permanently attached with factory stitching to the larger pole sleeve on the inner which allows the flysheet to be folded over from the foot of the tent for ventilation in warm weather. However the flysheet cannot be detached from the inner. The inner pitch variant tent is as shown in this video. Note - A footprint is available for the Gossamer 1 tent which provides added groundsheet protection. This tent is an extremely robust tent which will withstand the harshest of environments within the uk.

[@TheWalkingKev]

Thanks for sharing, I didn't know it came in two variants. I like the idea of just pitching the inner though.

[@chrisc9406]

@@TheWalkingKev Another under rated low cost sub £100 tent worth a look is the Robens Arrow Head. Advantage with the Robens Arrow Head over the JW Gossamer 1 is side entrance and more head room with undercover area for storage and cooking. I prefer pole sleeves to plastic clips. This tent is outer pitch with pole sleeves and wind tested by Robens to 165km/hr. So its JW Gossamer 1 for stealth and Robens Arrow Head for comfort. Both are small double pole tunnel tents.

[@TheWalkingKev]

@@chrisc9406 yeah, I've seen that tent around. Looks interesting. Never seen one cheap used though! I will keep an eye out.

[@steveproud2893]

Good review Kev. Got mine of ebay, went for the older version with the black mesh so not quite so visalble with the door fully open. A good cheap you might want to have a look at is the Vango Cairngorm 1 got one for £50 great tent for the money.

[@TheWalkingKev]

Thanks Steve. I've been watching a few Vangos on eBay, definitely underrated tents. I picked up a Vango Summit for £25 from Gumtree a while back, I'll never get a better bargain than that!

[@andrewdavis9223]

I bought a wolfskin tent brand new 125.00 still good value

[@TheWalkingKev]

I think it's one of the best value tents around at the moment. For what you get in terms of strength and waterproofness etc. That's a good deal, hope you enjoy it.

[@leemichel8199]

Great find ! But! For me. Oex phoxx 2v2 is about as low I would go for head room ..God bless 🙌..thanks..Lee

[@TheWalkingKev]

Cheers Lee. Yes, this is certainly a low tent, but it inspires confidence in bad weather. I've not used the OEX Phoxx 2, but I've got a couple of similar tents and they certainly offer some useful extra headroom - and are easier to get in and out of as well.

[@NorwayHikesTrails]

Sweet #300

[@TheWalkingKev]

Thanks friend! Much appreciated and can't believe I've hit 300!

[@Yorkshiremadmick]

I got a brand new unpitched Cactus Green Gossamer 11 for £125 inc p&p it’s brilliant for space, duel aspect doors (each side) Great tent but mines not stealthy

[@TheWalkingKev]

That's a good deal! Must be pretty spacious for 1?

[@Yorkshiremadmick]

@@TheWalkingKev The front porch is huge and it’s a little bit taller Not enough to have a party 🎉 in. But knocks spots off a Dutch Army Hoop Bivi

[@TheWalkingKev]

@@Yorkshiremadmick I did like the Gossamer 1, it just had to go as I have far too many tents!

[@markoruotsalainen5480]

Thinking of buying that tent. How is it with condensation ?

[@TheWalkingKev]

It's fine. The all mesh inner gives it plenty of airflow and it's more spacious than it looks. In summer you can just use the inner or you can have the outer pulled back to give you more airflow.

[@Mark-on2mt]

At the top the inner and outer make contact. Wondered about waterproof or maybe it's me.🙄

[@TheWalkingKev]

I never had an issue with mine, seemed a decent gap between inner and outer...

[@stevew585]

This or the pHoxx 1 v2 ? Cant decide '

[@TheWalkingKev]

Weirdly I was thinking about that yesterday. I'm selling both, but if I was going to keep one, I'd keep the PHOXX as much easier to get in and out of.

[@stevew585]

@@TheWalkingKev Good point Kev, that's all I need to make up my mind. :)

[@TheWalkingKev]

@@stevew585 Phoxx is also lighter. Less interior space in terms of width, but more porch space.

[@andrewdavis9223]

I bought this tent when it comes is it any good I paid 110

[@TheWalkingKev]

It's a great tent. Very strong, very waterproof. Spacious inside widthwise and nice and stealthy.

[@berend030]

I am 1,90 m will i fit in this tent?

[@TheWalkingKev]

Lying down yes, standing up, no.

[@eelcosnijders4462]

in holland 150 euro :(

[@TheWalkingKev]

Try and find one used. I can't seem to sell mine even for very little!