Leaking? NatureHike Cloud Up 2 with Snow Skirt - 4 Season Tent - Test Night

In this episode of Test Night, Luke is testing out the NatureHike Cloud Up 2 tent with Snow Skirt in a lot of rain;
Will it leak during his tests?
Will there be problems with condensation?
Is this inexpensive tent really a 4 season tent or is that just marketing BS?
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[@SummitOrNothing]

I have tested this tent extensively on our channel in all kinds of extreme weathers,as long as you pitch it properly this is a fantastic budget tent. I have seen it out perform an MSR tent twice its price. I have found that an additional guy to the rear window makes a massive difference too. And i have never had a drop of water in it in nearly four years of wet and windy camps. More often than not this is my tent of choice.

[@mike_outdoors4918]

I'm always glad you featured this tent on your channel Trev, as I was in the market for a lightweight free standing tent and personally love it 😀 cheers again 👍

[@SummitOrNothing]

@@mike_outdoors4918 Yea, its a great little tent. I've never had an issue with condensation, but then I haven't got the snow skirt. Maybe that restricts its airflow.

[@mike_outdoors4918]

@@SummitOrNothing mine doesn't have one either, few weeks back I camped in -2C with mist and rain, no issues with condensation.

[@archi-mendel]

I will have to check your channel and sub to it :) P.S. I've also got Cloud Peak 2. Tested in Alps at around 2.2 km height. Tested in a week-long storms on a shore of Arctic Ocean in Russia. Tested in melting snow and ice rain / wet snow conditions (this is where it is not performing well as of the lack of guylines on walls). Tent could also benefit from having a bit wider flaps above the doors - it is a bit ridiculous that when doors are open, snow and rain fall directly inside the tent.

[@SummitOrNothing]

@@archi-mendel Yea, the Cloud Peak is a great tent too. I have only used mine the once but it endured some intense wind and held up really well too. Would appreciate you checking out our videos, im sure you will find something to enjoy there cheers!

[@Worleywoods]

I have the "skirtless" version of this tent and I've had it in everything from snow, to wind, to rain, to sweltering heat. It's a tank! And because I don't have the snow skirt, I've never had a problem with condensation. Recently I upgraded to the lunar solo for weight savings, but I will still use this tent in the future. Great tent for the price and stupid easy to use!

[@DeBeuLioU]

Same here. It’s not the thing I use the most, I like tarps better, but the only way it ever failed me was with frozen zippers after a night of freezing rain. I was dry, no issues, it performed admirably, I was just kinda stuck inside lol, it took a couple minutes to open it up :)

[@JohnGault2398]

Freezing rain would be an issue for nearly every tent.

[@markpanarese2452]

Completely agree.

[@drcsep]

Would you recommended to be used in the Tropics? I live in Puerto Rico, USA. Thanks

[@Worleywoods]

@@drcsep I live in Florida, so not too far from the tropics. But to be honest, this tent shines in the cold. The rain fly (outer tent) really traps the heat in! I would hate to be stuck in that tent in a rain storm in the 80s or 90s... You'd cook! You can take the fly off and simply use the inner tent... But you'd have no protection from the rain since the inner is just mesh. The tent does have a small vent near the head, but it never really did any good. Last year year while backpacking in Colorado, it was unseasonably warm. During the day, it would get up into the sixties and I felt like I was cooking inside that tent. Even when the wind picked up and I tried to open the vent and the vestabule it was still hot!

[@artbyashley6613]

Love my naturehike tent, had the exact same tent out regularly through our scottish autumn & early winter, its been through F9 storms, day after day of rain, 5 inches of snow & has never had a single issue. When you actually run the guys out correctly & guy up the vent its a very stable tent that keeps you warm & dry with the added bonus that it weights very little making it great for low load long hikes & multi day ventures.

[@paddle_hike]

I have this tent (without the skirt) i've used it all 4 seasons (canada). Never had an issue.

[@josejuanvaladez6982]

I have the same tent since 3 years ago, and I've never had problem with the water, or even condensation.

[@derwaldmeister3954]

The question is if you used it in cold nights?

[@PaulSchortemeyer]

You missed the point I think - it is LIGHTWEIGHT. Remarkably so. It is also very inexpensive and very waterproof. Tie out all the points and it's amazing in very challenging conditions. Your average snow and wind included. When conditions allow crack the door for better venting... zippers are handy that way (-:

[@BikeTouringMike]

I've had the Naturehike Cloud Up 2 without the skirt for three seasons now, and am super happy with it. I can vouch for it's waterproofness, I've had numerous experiences with large amounts of rain falling on it. Including one night during a thunderstorm in France where I had at least 3 inches of rain during one night. Literally woke up in the middle of a small creek the morning after, but not one single drop had gotten inside of the tent. Can agree with you on the zippers though. It's not top notch exactly. I've had some problems with the zipper of the rain-fly getting caught up.

[@xanderford8243]

what type of fabric of your naturehike, 210T or 20D?

[@DilbertMuc]

There are 2 lines attached to the outer flysheet on each side that you didn't use. These two lines pull the flysheet away from the inner mesh and allow ventilation. I am suprised you didn't set it up as intended by the manufacturer. Btw. there is a new version on the market: Cloud Up 2 Upgraded in various colors with or without snow skirts.

[@janursin5613]

If you have used the string on both sides of the outer tent, then you have had more air flow, then it has not become so wet inside.

[@M_Bamboozled]

As someone living in the north west of England, I can appreciate how you've turned living somewhere rainy into an advantage. If you lived in Vegas you'd lose so much content. Great video, as always.

[@Nitrodus]

Yes!!! I was wondering myself, if Luke would have noticed NatureHike brand and their tents. Looking forward to watcching this vid. TY Luke!!

[@chrisalexthomas]

I bought this tent after seeing this recommendation. I needed a tent for a newbie and didn't wanna be one of those newbies that buys expensive equipment. So I hunted around on youtube and I remembered your channel and after this test. I'm fairly sure in Germany with reasonable weather it'll be just fine! I really like your channel. I'm not a camping person most of the time, but I did used to do it when I was younger. But I like how to explain things, your other videos explains other kit I could buy if I wanted to get more into it. But I like how it's easy to watch and I find out things that I didn't know before. Thanks for making the time for the videos! :)

[@poppacapnurass2608]

I have had this tent for 3-4 years. It's amazing quality for the price. I would not hesitate to take this (no skirt version) into the most challenging terrain in my state. If one wants a full snow tent ... maybe look for something else. You would survive in this, but you equally wouldn't be wanting to use that same winter tent in the other seasons as you would die in a sauna. If anyone were to go into the wilderness without checking the suitability of the provided equipment, they should reconsider if they are capable of heading into that wilderness. The pegs are suitable for some ground types, but not all. I swapped mine out for my fav which suites my environment. If I am in sand (r snow), I would make anchors instead. I've been in a few storms in this tent on a granite dome. The frame moves about a bit, it's fun! but the tent does an excellent job. Zippers: all zippers for anything need a light grease with candle wax. That will service them for years. I've never had the tent material getting caught in the zip and this is after some 30 camps. You mention at 9:14s that "if they offer a version with out it [snow skirt]" the default version is with _no skirt_.

[@jksponga]

I have a few of these nature hike tents and all have served me well.

[@signsofastory8544]

Finally a Naturehike tent. Hope he will review more of Naturehikes tents.

[@archi-mendel]

Naturehike would also benefit if Luke would set them up according to weather conditions - if it's windy, it's natural to use all the guylines attach points :)

[@lisahogan1238]

Stanislav Ivanov I was thinking the same think myself. Not a good setup. Tent was not taut at all.

[@JustCantGetRight]

This is my tent of choice when backpacking with my girlfriend. Our first time out we had endless rain and this thing held up with ease! I took it out once and forgot the aluminum poles... I managed to prop it up with some wood I processed for support columns. I was glad it held up pretty OK :D

[@quickdry3]

That looks like the old stock version, the updated Cloud Up 2 (and 3) versions for the last few of years (I've had mine since end of 2018) have a ventilation port at the front AND back and get great airflow when you want it. I've tested mine in New Zealand winter, and it was great with the snow flaps. I've also used it in hot Western Australia - I put the skirts up out of the way when it was hot, down when blocking the wind. In strong wind where I couldn't stake it down because it was on soft sand, the snow flaps worked great for having sand piled on top of them. The skirts being down changed the high wind behaviour a lot, when it wasn't whipping between tent and fly, it stands solid against the wind. I wouldn't take it up Everest, but my experience is in line with others who have the tent.

[@charlybrown728]

For me you have the best reviews, don’t stop sweet work.

[@shaunwild8797]

Tent manufacturers tremble when they hear the name Luke. lol.

[@JS-xm4ir]

Those Mylar companies all took a dive after they seen him doing those push ups

[@mitchforster5349]

Lol IKR

[@M_Bamboozled]

They call him The Tentinator. "I'm going to need your waterproof clothes, your boots and your NatureHike"

[@shaunwild8797]

@@M_Bamboozled 😂😂

[@DilbertMuc]

Whenever I see Luke pulling out his smartphone I always think he has a special weather app where he can select various test options for the night: rain, thunderstorm, ice, gales, hurricanes etc. :D))

[@Ghostmaxi1337]

I love these kind of videos of yours, i love rain and beeing able to listen to it and seeing such interesting videos just make me happy. :D

[@aw1008]

I have the cloud up 3 and it performs great for my needs! I don't get much in the way of snow so I can't attest to that, but I've used this tent in every possible weather event holds up great. I agree on the condensation. You have to stake it out to get the air flow, there is usually a moisture film on the walls. I've never had a problem with it dripping off. This is by far the best "budget" I've ever owned.

[@jackbyrnes3921]

Hey Luke - I have the skirtless version of this tent. I call it a 3.5 season tent. I don’t love it because of the front entry but I can’t fault it for that and it has a place in my gear cupboard. Get the skirtless one!

[@franciscofontsaravia9626]

Luke please, do a proper pitch test to this tent. The footage at Summit or Nothing is incredible and I would like to see the tent performing as good in your channel (which I am a long time subscriber of). I genuinely think that with all the guide points properly attached you will be impressed and it would be a much fairer review (in my opinion). Also it would be interesting to see those tiny little stakes at work hahaha. By the way...I agree that it doesn't looks 4 seasons but you averall enthusiasm for this tent would surely increase. Thanks and keep the hard work!

[@iyetisnipe]

I've got the Cloud Up 3, skirtless. Have had no issues with it in terms of ventilation and condensation. One thing that I noticed is that you hadn't guyed out the outer layer to keep it off the mesh, which I find helps with ventilation and condensation quite a bit. Also worth noting that the newer design has a cross section at the top of the tent to help spread the top out a lot more :) Can't say I've been unhappy with my cloud up 3! Edit: Can agree about the zippers on the inner however, does get caught if not correctly staked out. I found that if it was TOO taught, it would get caught a ton which was frustrating.

[@chonglix777]

hi luke, that tent works well here in the philippines, i have that tent and i never experience some leakage on that even on rain and wind, i just tie the guy lines on the fly to secure from windy conditions, also, condensation is also minimal because of the ventalation, the fly on the 3 season version provides more airflow., :)

[@jessicaray4518]

Thanks for reviewing this tent. I'm in the process of general planning of a long section hike for next year and the regular version of this tent is one I'm considering purchasing. I was concerned about weather worthiness of it overall, but after seeing your review and reading many of the comments here I feel more confidant it's a decently waterproof tent

[@ajtaylor560]

My Naturehike tent has been stellar!! I can't tell you what it's been through and like the Timex, takes a licking and keeps on ticking. Great tent simple as that. Living in Canada I don't see many of these hiking style tents as being 4 season!! Winter is no joke and something with a stove is more the style needed.

[@archi-mendel]

I've just got brand new TNF Inferno -29C sleeping bag. And even my sleeping matt is not the most warm one, I had to take of my socks and my thin fleece after being inside the sleeping bag for around 15 minutes at -12C. Thus, either it is a stove, or well insulated sleeping gear :)

[@ironearth7013]

I have this tent without the snow skirt and it has been an excellent tent. No condensation issues.

[@TheOutdoorGearReview]

The version without the skirt makes a lot more sense to me. - Luke

[@bobbyg65]

I own the cloud up 2 with snow skirt and without. I bought them due to the affordable price and the 4 season claims... Used it in 20 degree Temps, no wind and only light snowfall overnight. I found it adequate for the $. Glad to hear it will keep me dry in the rain as well. Would buying more substantial pegs be an option to make in more secure in wind?Thanks for the review Luke!

[@michaelkilimanjaro9926]

I have 3 person, skirtless version as well. Absolutely love the tent whenever we go backpacking. It does develop lot of condensation even without skirt. However, with guylines and proper stakes, they do not touch inner tent. It does have a weak cross pole "holder". Both ends developed holes by poles when tent was under 60-80 mph winds for 3 days. We stitched with more durable nylon lashing to cover the holes. Excellent tent for the money.

[@joonies82]

I'm in Australia, so no snow, but this tent has seen many an adventure. I've never had any issues. Condensation on the fly sometimes when conditions make it so, but no issues otherwise. I can see winter in colder countries, this could be a problem, but no problem for Aussie winters. I've had 3 naturehike tents now, opalus 2, cloud up 3 and the cloud up 2 10d. All have never disappointed. Great tents at budget pricing.

[@mike_outdoors4918]

This is a tent I have really enjoyed, and hope to have many more trips with it. Thanks Luke 👍🙂

[@Stefanka11]

I have the skirtless version of this tent and it was during Amazon Prime day too so a great deal. I took it on a short backpacking trip through the Roan Highlands, set it up on one of the balds during an extremely windy and cold (19 degrees) night. Although it was loud with the wind, it stayed put. A friend of mine had a much more expensive tent that kept blowing over and she ended up joining me in mine in the middle of the night. I didn't have any experience setting it up before first use, found it to be intuitive and user-friendly. A friend gave me a Six Moon Designs tent that I'll use for longer trips just for the weight savings, but I have no complaints about this tent at all.

[@JBC_cat]

I have a Naturehike cloud peak 2 and freaking love it. One of the Best tents I ever owned. I have a sleeping bag and gloves to. They are alright. Had better. Had worse. All In all I really like their products. Mainly because they don't break the bank and are reliable. They may have this tent without the snow skirt in a newer model on Canadian Amazon. Not a hundred percent sure though. A lot of their gear seem to be knock offs of expensive brands products . I think Naturehike is one of the good China made companies. We often hear horror stories about foreign tents but Naturehike is rarely one of em. I would say they are some of the good guys in the budget friendly tent biz. Befor I got mine I watched lots of reviews and all the reviewers seem to be worried about the poles. My poles never failed me and stood up to some pretty good winds and storms.. Obviously they could be built better but for the price it's extremely hard to find anything as good. For me personally. When you only got 150 bucks and need a tent, these are way better Options then wallmart brands.

[@archi-mendel]

Cloud Peak 2 is excellent. Could be even better having some tie out points in the middle of the walls (especially the ones in the head and legs area). It would also be beneficial to review doors - when open, they expose internal tent to rain and snow heavily.

[@wordpress4373]

Like many have mentioned, side guidelines were not pitched, which is a must of any tent.

[@hotcakesman]

I have the non snow skirt one. Never had a leak. Have taken it out in snow, I did do an a frame tarp over top, since I was stealth camping. But that really helped with the snow. I did add a sew on velcro door that covers the major open area of mesh. Overall I love the tent. Add in a uco candle and a warm sleeping bag and sleep great. The vestibule is great for cooking in as well from the warmth of the bag. Not bad for a knock off tent. Quality for the price!

[@medieval4203]

I have the same tent without the snow skirt. Works good

[@chrisblyth6716]

Summit or nothing reviewed the cloud up 2 3season tent in winds of up to 55mph on the Moors in UK. The wind bent 3 poles on an MSR pitched next to the Naturehike. Naturehike no damage. Awesome for the price. No wonder other manufacturers shudder. I noted you hadn't guylined the fly on the sides of the tent. That would have allowed better airflow and stopped the fly flapping on inner tent. Just an observation.

[@LukeShiras]

Maybe this was pointed out already in the 300+ comments but it looks like he didn't use the mid-fly tie-offs. I wonder if that would have helped with the condensation

[@shivors3380]

I have been rocking a Lan Shan 2 for two years...zero issues

[@ricardoneto7789]

Good honest review ! I do have 3 Naturehike tents . They are 3 season tents with no snow skirts . Overall they are very good quality and ventilation is good. Having said that , I wouldn’t buy one with the snow skirt option in the intent to use it in winter. Thanks for sharing 😉👍

[@MrSilver261]

well i have two nature hike tents the cloud up 1 and the cloud up 2 with snow skirt and there a great tent at a fantastic price is it because the Chinese are ripping of the expensive American tents at a fraction of the price and made with better materials i found your review to be far to negative as for the poles there about the same as most tents and its seam sealed including groundsheet which you didn't mention as not suitable for 4 season i think that is a question of common sense (sheltered camp sites ) it will shed snow look at the design .cheers love your KZbin page !

[@SAMMIEJONESJUNIOR]

I agree with you he showed bias

[@titanpreparedness]

Always great reviews. Good to see some one doing full gear testing

[@Notsram77]

Luke the kind of guy who's hands are hot at 50 degrees.

[@Kachigga-rs7yh]

My hands get hot in 20°

[@Jose_Hunters_EWF_Remixes]

So maybe he's a Cool Hand Luke?

[@Daniel-vp1zf]

Nice video Luke. You should test Naturehikes cloud PEAK 2. 3 season tent. I think it is a really well designed tent for the price. Would LOVE to see that review! Thank you so much for the channel. Your great 😊👍

[@SAMMIEJONESJUNIOR]

Mongor 2 or starry river 2 are beast mode. I have latter and it is over 200 but the best tent I have ever had. Nature hike is awesome.

[@DenisSolaro]

Thanks Luke. I'm very pleased to see you test a Naturehike tent at last. I think a lot of us internationals pestered you for one. It's strange that you ended selecting the 20D grey with skirt when most of the cloud up 2 are without it (at least on aliexpress). You usually find it in 210T polyester or 20 D. I totally agree with the 3 season conclusion, which is maybe why few take the 20D grey + skirt version. The floor is a little bit thin for my liking too, but overall it's a tent that's popular with light light backpackers, just like the lanshan tents.

[@darreneaton9901]

I’ve got the Naturehike Cloud peak 2 and I stayed on top of a average sized mountain top and with not massively strong winds the next day the poles had warped massively. Shame because it really is a great tent. Love these honest videos keep up the great work and look forward to the next one

[@Wayaha13]

Really exited to see you test some naturehike products. I've been eyeing them but have been afraid to get one without a reliable review.

[@archi-mendel]

Read comments in this thread. Most of the real life users just love this brand tent products.

[@thedangernoodle4550]

I have the cloud up 2 with the snow skirt and I would have to say whenever I use it the tent tons of condensation builds up on the wall that drips on me if I bump into it. Using the guidelines on the sides of the wall stops it from falling on me but whenever I take the tent down I have to clean off the inside of the fly with a towel and then let it sun dry for it to be dry. I feel they should put vents on the top of it to help with the air flow even if they are small. Other than the condensation the tent is amazing. It fits 6ft me sitting in the center with my 70 lb dog. It doesn't weigh much and I plan on testing it in the snow once we get some more where I live.

[@ProgramKiraTV]

I used this in 2-3” snow after a day of heavy rain, wind, and at one point hail. While I was fine in my 0 sleeping bag, any exposed areas were cold and I knew then that this is NOT a 4 season tent. If it hadn’t snowed or rain/heavy wind I think it would’ve been fine. I only got light condensation build up and the snow skirt got packed down with snow overnight so it was a tight seal.

[@scottseverythingoutdoors462]

I use this tent only in the winter when I'm by myself and it works great! The snow skirt also works great in my opinion! There is almost always a little bit of moisture in the tent if it's raining outside nomatter what the tent I feel!

[@MG-bs5mr]

You can buy a version without the skirts. Also tbf to the tent you didn't use the side guy points to pull the sides of the fly away from the inner, they could have helped with the sidewind / wetting out issue. Re the durability in wind there's a British wild camper who was caught out in 50 to 60ph winds and it survived the night. His companion's MSR Elixir (I think) ended up with MSR having to replace two bent poles. I certainly wouldn't head out with the Naturehike knowing full well it's going to get rough but it seems to be relatively durable if you do get caught out. I certainly wouldn't consider it a 4 season tent either 👍

[@mmcgaw9672]

Cant wait to see the test night in a snow storm

[@jeremymegit968]

I bought a Naturehike Cloud up 2 person tent in 2015, first backpacking tent. It worked well for about 5 trips through wind and rain with no issues, but I had a pole breaking the 6th trip. At that time, I couldn't figure out how to get replacement parts, and decided to go with the MSR Hubba Hubba because MSR usually stands behind product and has replacement parts

[@myronlarimer1943]

I have this tent and used it on fall backpacking trips to Michigan's U.P. It has held up to wind and rain like a trooper. My version is definitely a three season tent. Would not venture out into extreme winter weather with it. But early spring through late fall is ideal in the upper Midwest or Great Lakes region.

[@RoughingItWithRuth]

Great review, thank you! I have a different NatureHike tent: the VIK 1. They also claim that it is four season. I haven't had the opportunity to test the four season claim, but I have had the VIK 1 in really severe wind and in rain, and it performed amazingly well. I prefer the VIK 1 to the Cloud Up as it pitches all-in-one, which is useful in rainy weather.

[@williamb19]

Been using it for about a year. Great tent for the money after switching to MSR spikes. Had it out in snow and 15 degrees. Did the job

[@KurtMcScotsman]

I have the Cloud Up 1, and if you buy the footprint for that tent, you can set up the fly first, before setting up the inner, in the rain (the footprint has clips for the fly, and grommets for the poles). Should keep things a lot drier if you need to make camp in the rain.

[@MhDizzy]

Luke, I have this tent without the snowskirt and I use it in Ireland in some seriously wet and very very windy conditions summit camping. This tent is a tank. That snowskirt must diminish the airflow if you've had condensation build up. I've never experienced that on my version.

[@bmwman63]

Good review. Knowing that 4 season tents are a compromise between warmth, protection, and breathability. It would be interesting to see which companies have managed to maintain the balance of the 3 the best. Anyway, keep doing what you do and I'll keep watching. Like you I love foul weather. I guess basing out of Arizona, sunny weather gets kinda boring.

[@JessTaylorReed]

I've had this tent in my Amazon wish list for months waiting for you to review it. Great info! I'm thinking I'm going to pull the trigger on the one without the snow skirt based on the other comments. Thanks Luke!

[@commissarluke2898]

I just ordered the same tent with a snow skirt. I am so exited and can't wait for it to arrive any day now. What has your opinion been so far of it since you made this comment?

[@jayjenkins4721]

I have the lightweight Cloud Up 2 and have slept in it down to 32F with no issues. There are three flavors that I can see...the lightweight, the double layer, and the winter skirt. My lightweight is one of my go-to tents because of the quality and it is very lightweight and easy to set up. I have NOT used it in snow or rain yet...guess I'm lucky with weather...heh.

[@sahamal_savu]

I'm going to go ahead and pick one of these up (without the snow skirt) thanks for the honest review Luke. Strength and Honor 👍

[@enricoinbolla]

finally a naturehike review i personally after lot of research went for the naturhike Mongar 2 tent that is copied on the msr tent you reviewed few weeks ago.. you should try that tent to in comparassent with the msr it would be a nice video =) i personally find that naturhike is a great brand that make real good quality tents and keeps the price real low.. i think the best in price !! also heard that naturhike is part of a more famous brand but just heard of this story on youtube videos =) thanks luke for your videos strenght an honor =) hi from Italy!!1

[@robertmaxwell3220]

Good review,as always.Possibly if you can take snowskirt,fold back up inside to open bottom airflow,holding up with clothespins,might help with condensation!

[@robertmaxwell3220]

Any ideas?

[@Berniewojewski]

Your honest reviews keeps me coming back. Great review. Thank you Luke.

[@olivervonsivers6622]

Finally! A nature hike review!!!

[@mauricewal]

I have the 3p version with snowskirts. I also had some issues with condensation. New versions have a air vent on 2 sides. I am doubting to cut off the snow skirts on the sides. I also contacted nature hike if the new outer tent fits the old bit the say the don't advise it. But if I can buy it I will.

[@BigBelugaArez]

Tested this tent first night in Sequoia Forest in December and temp got to 10-15 degrees with the wind. Had a bit of the condensation issue, but very warm and comfortable, I didn't tie it the rainfly tight enough so the flapping from the wind kept me up a bit

[@MattCollisson]

I bought this with the skirt and after one night with condensation I cut the skirt off. been fantastic ever since!

[@thdjjfsfh]

I used to own an MH Hylo 3 tents, now that's a 3.5 season tent. It a single wall on one side, but a double wall where the door is. I suspected that this was not up to their claimed specs, thanks for confirming. Usually, these inexpensive tent does not age well. You can find them on eBay under different brand names too. I hope the results are good enough for recommendation to those of us who only goes out a few times a year.

[@dogmanone8237]

I slept last night in the 1-person version of Cloud Up (w/o skirts). + very light to carry + great step up in quality compared to no-name hypermarket tents + reasonably easy to assemble/pack + depending on conditions, can be set up w/o tripwires, fits even in a tight spot + can sit inside w/o touching the roof + served well it's purpose - I doubt I could keep the inner dry if I had to set it up in heavy rain - not that convincing metal parts (well, that's the obvious trade-off of so nice weight) - I'd prefer tougher integrated floor instead of a separate footprint mat - all-mesh door lets draft too freely inside; why is not even the lower half of windproof material? All in all, this remains my favorite tent of choice for the nicer weather conditions.

[@alphaomega20]

I own a Cloud Up 2, 3 season tent. I have had no issues in high wind gust of 60+ MPH. I’ve been in “medium” rain for over 12 hours and experience no leaks. For the price, it’s a great backpacking tent. I also did not have any condensation issues when in overnight temps of around 25 F, but I also do not have a snow skirt.

[@BackpackerTarni]

I can tell you really love naturehike 🤣

[@Dajjmen]

Big thumbs up that you put the celsius in the video, many youtubers dont do that :)

[@baxtardboy]

You get a like for overlaying the temperature in the format that every other country on Earth uses. Saves us all from having to whip out the old Fahrenheit-Celsius converter. Other American youtubers, take note...

[@FTW86itall]

I'm looking at these tents and I'm a noob so I want to make sure I'm digging it befor I go big. Ty for the review was very informative.

[@opopopop6286]

I had just decided to buy this tent, then this video pops up...amazing syncronicity...I am probably getting the skirt version.

[@opopopop6286]

actually the condensation thing kinda kills it for me a bit, had same issue with my 1 person coleman ages ago...there IS a version of what you show without the skirt, it's less cost/weight too of coarse, so here is what I am going to investigate next...maybe you can help me because compared to you I am an amateur. www.amazonDOTca/FE-Active-Person-Camping-Tent/dp/B084T3V463/ref=pd_vtp_5/130-5754248-3888841?pd_rd_w=XTet2&pf_rd_p=42ad2502-0d93-40f9-bcf4-49a0657bb461&pf_rd_r=X2RV2WYRGAHD3GNANFGE&pd_rd_r=47b46e99-5080-44f1-972f-92394dd5738c&pd_rd_wg=R3X00&pd_rd_i=B084T3V463&psc=1

[@opopopop6286]

change the DOTca to link it...as youtube seems to hate all links except its own.

[@TheKallistrate]

I have used the Nature Hike Silent Wing 1p for a few multi-day trips in the Canadian Rockies and it has been an excellent "ultralight" budget tent. There is a significant difference in ventilation between my tent and this one however. Happy to see some reviews on Nature Hikes other products. I do agree with the assessment on the poles, even on my model, I would not trust them with any snow load or extreme winds.

[@WheelsonaBike]

I have the NatureHike Cloud Up 2 tent (without the snow skirt) and the condensation is pretty terrible. The tent is absolutely waterproof, I've had it out in a number of multiple day rain storms and it's held up beautifully. Having said that, you get what you pay for...

[@jarkkopalosaari9825]

I have good experiences with naturehike so far. I had the mongar, 3 Season tent. Now I got the cloud peak 2 and 1 Person, one layer naturehike vik. Great budget tents. Great quality for the price, and even More. There marketed 4 Season tent truly are not 4 Season but like you said 3.5 season.

[@PrincipledNaturalLaw]

Thanks Luke for doing what ya doodle!! A part that's missing might not be a big deal but the fact a part IS missing on a new tent is a big deal.

[@alutious]

Can't wait for this, i am looking for a lightweight 3 season inexpensive tent for cycling with an antechamber. Nothing too crazy, also small packed size is good on the bike too.

[@Graeme758]

I'm subscribing simply because you included the rest of the world in your temperatures.

[@williamking2249]

Good review. I have a Cloud up 2person . I've had no problems, it is the regular one not the one like your review. I like that its lightweight and easy setup , as well as fits in my pack.🌲👍

[@David-mu5rv]

If you are daring, and you get a snow event, that would be a true test to the 4 season claim. Thanks for the vids.

[@pauloleksyn1289]

I'm glad you did the test on this, I have the CU2 3 season tent and am very happy with it. In fact all the nature hike products I have are good. However I was considering the CU2 4 season, I'm gad you've revealed it's weaknesses thanks, you and Sue keep up the great work.

[@matthewfarrell317]

I should say I have the skirtless design, and I did get this one for hiking and eventually to snow camp here in Australia. I love this tent, it has seen some strong Aussie weather, 40C+ days and some nice storms, and never has it let me down. Not sure in the US, but the Aussie distrubuter actually sells the upgraded tent pegs, I have a set because the Aussie soil spits out the weak pathetic attempts of the small pegs the manufacturers include.

[@sublyme2157]

Thanks for the review, man, great stuff. Sounds like you need to test it in some snow :)

[@JESTER2311]

I trust that you will try it in the snow though???????

[@MarksShrimpTanks]

I have the nature hike cloud peak two and its bomb proof...only thing I dont like is the zipps.

[@archi-mendel]

What's wrong with zips? They are YKK and work just fine. And the T-shape zips actually are super-cozy on a good day (and if you need to get something stored in the vestibule.

[@MarksShrimpTanks]

@@archi-mendel the zipps on mine are not ykk, summit or nothin did a video on the tent about a month bake and his outer zip stuck on its first use.

[@archi-mendel]

@@MarksShrimpTanks hm, that's odd, mine definitely has YKK. And yes, it catches the flap at the last 5-10 cm of a zip (closer to ground) sometimes, but not anything huge - I've noticed this happens with lighter materials sometimes.

[@timothyahernRoxyCat]

What a cheerful spirit. Moreover, what is that, Terminator 10?

[@JohnGault2398]

Keep up the tent reviews. I am planning to purchase a new one in the spring and I am seeing all kinds of info that I can use. Thank you for the honest opinions.

[@LOFIGSD]

I've got the Cloud Up 3, no snowskirt, very lightweight for the money, agree, would not use in Winter, the summer in the UK has been dreadful so far, so not had a chance to use it in hot weather, I would give it 7/10, easy enough to put up when no wind, but it is so light, that when very windy, it is not fun for one one person to erect, I bought it because of the form factor, so that I could just use the inner on warm nights, to keep the bugs off, to early to say, if I would buy another or recommend tbh.

[@OGTylerP]

I had the og version of this tent for 3 years.. Mine didn't have the double Y pole..it only had the Y at the opening and a single pole at the rear... lasted 3 seasons until the fly zipper stuck with a vestibule full of skeeters... so the zipper was destroyed...lol

[@mennopieters3512]

I use their inflateble pillows with a soft cover around it best pillow i have tried

[@localgame6763]

I think that's a good tent

[@kst357]

I've had to set up tents in the rain so many times that now I only buy tents that can be set up without getting the inside wet. The tents with the mesh walls & roof are great for ventilation but are too exposed to put up in bad weather.

[@Bighorn1478]

I have not bought a tent from them yet, but I did get a cot from them $130 for 1/3 the cost of a similar cot Helinox Cot One Convertible $299. Is it as well made no? But it has stood the test of time so far. I had a issue with it and they resolved it perfectly. If I get one of their tents, I'll get the model with no snow skirt. Camping in blizzards is not my style. Thanks for the review

[@scottjohnston999]

I've been watching your channel for long time now and i'm just curious why you don't seem to properly tension the flysheets on your test tents and almost never use the guy lines, is there any reason why?