Miltec Recom 1man tent. Can a 6'5'' man fit in it?

I bought a Miltec Recom 1 man tent with the intention of doing a bit of stealth camping in the future. I've heard they are quite long. Being 6'5'' I really hope so. I was quite surprised.

[@aulomonDeGray]

I'm 6'3" and found this tent to be perfect length. I lived in it for nearly 2 months Aug/Sept on hiking trails and I have also tested it out winter camping. It kept up well in the abuse, not a single tear. It truly is a perfect camo for Canadian forests. I had stealth camped with no problems in small patches of forest in the middle of city parks and felt pretty invisible. The tent gets good ventilation and was absolutely perfect in the hot summer months, but as for my winter experience it was rather cold even with my sleeping bag rated at -30c and thermal clothes. It was a -15c degree night and I certainly did not sleep very much! If i had a thermal sleeping mat maybe it would have been doable. I would say that it is not suitable for winter, but very well suited for the summer. It keeps dry nicely in the rain, protecting your stinky hiking boots kept outside of the inner parts of the tent but covered by the rain fly. The only drawback, is that in more intense rainfalls water can start to pool in the triangle shaped top and leak through, but only after considerable time. Some water-proofing spray will certainly fix that drawback if your looking to camp in a rainstorm, or simply put a stick across it under the rainfly. All in all its a great tent and I plan on buying it again.

[@robtherover]

God I wish I had the time to go hiking like that. Lengthwise it is amazing for us tall fellas.

[@jens-peterpauly5472]

It s cheap. but a king size tent for stealth camping. Add a camouflage net and you're pretty much invisible. The round shape has a positive effect on invisibility. No corners

[@robtherover]

Thanks for watching it Jens. That's just what I plan to do. I did a little video on the camo net I intend to use with it, when I get the time. It's so big I could wrap it round the Mil-Tec a couple of times. I'm gonna test the set up in my garden soon. My garden is about 10 feet by 8. Should be a good test for the combo.

[@obscurelines]

Looks good for stealth. Not that small packed up. The question is always whether a two person tent would be noticeably bigger.

[@robtherover]

It’s not very wide and not very high. The sort of tent you get in when you’re ready to sleep. Width wise I think it is a lot smaller than most two person tents. Length wise it’s amazing.

[@austieoutdoors9763]

yes have just bid on one to take wild camping been camping about 2 yrs now and i need a lighter tent as i have a 2 man tent so looking for a littler one and that looks ok for what i want it for

[@robtherover]

It’s perfect for wild/stealth camping. Nice low profile.

[@the.punisher801]

I'm going to buy one of these tomorrow.

[@robtherover]

I think it’s a great tent. Surprisingly long.

[@fiskmasadventures]

It's a really nice design on this tent, kind of a shame it's such a low-range material spec. Imagine aluminium poles, a good, nylon flysheet (and a bit bigger so it actually covers the inner fully) and 6 guy line points - this tent would be the perfect hardcore trekking tent.

[@robtherover]

I like this tent. But like you say the materials could be better.

[@tiddybearkush]

I have this tent with aluminum poles. Wechsel is a tent manufacturer that have this tent made with a bit better material. It is called "pathfinder". It's about 2.2kg but can lose weight by removing unnecessary stuff down to 1.86kg. It would be great if it could be made with higher head room and lighter materials. It's literally the best design ever. It's so easy and fast to pitch and finding a pitch spot is super easy because of the profile and because it can be lifted seen it's self standing.

[@fiskmasadventures]

@@tiddybearkush That sounds really interesting, I think I need to take a look at that! And yes, imagine the same tent with just 10-15 cm higher headroom and maybe 20 cm wider sleeping area, what a beauty it would be!

[@kurtsteiner8384]

I have just got one, i dont think its genuine nato or miliary but a copy. Not used it yet, but have assembled manlin structure in the house. Looks good tbe sack would be better if a top loader. But is quite large. The fabric is very light however poles make it very heavy to cary. Will try it out in the next week or two. See how it works propely.

[@robtherover]

I like this tent Kurt. It’s very low profile. Hope you enjoy it.

[@plan9channel7]

Hi. Just watched a guy walk from JOG to Lands End using this tent. It took him 2 months. His poles broke and its not waterproof, plus its heavy. Plus points are: its good for stealth and you can set it up on hard standing. Shame because it's a good design.

[@robtherover]

It is quite heavy considering it’s size. Maybe if it’s combined with a tarp it would be good. I know you have to be careful with the poles. They’re only fibreglass. Thanks for watching.

[@plan9channel7]

Yeah. I use a Defcon 5. See my video. I think you could fit in it for your height.

[@mikaelbergman9108]

I like it a lot 👌🏻👍🏼

[@robtherover]

Me too mate.

[@TruesdaleTV]

Thanks for making this little vid m8 I've had my eye on this tent for a while now. There's a Sub through ur way for the helpful vid 😉 👍

[@robtherover]

Thanks for the sub. I’ve subbed you back. It’s a great little tent and would be perfect for stealth camping. Very low profile. Wish I had more opportunities to get out in it. Maybe when the summer holidays start I’ll get more chances. It’s not so easy working in a school and rehearsal studios at the weekend.

[@TruesdaleTV]

@@robtherover ya it's hard to find time. U should def make a stealth vid out in the little tent wen u get the chance but! I would def watch that 👍😉⛺

[@sachse_855]

Greetz to you Buddy. From Germany

[@robtherover]

and to you from the UK.

[@hooXpoo]

I like it. Color and shape are great, But the poles look like a week point.

[@robtherover]

Yeah Wiltshire Man said one of his poles broke rendering it useless. I think as long as you’re aware of the fact it should be ok. Thanks for watching the vid.

[@WiltshireMan]

Just watch those fibreglass poles Rob. They snap real easy. Mine broke. The tent is a great design, wonderful for a stealthy overnight camp but the materials let the tent down in my opinion

[@robtherover]

I was very careful with the poles because I watched your video on the Miltec. It's the length of it that got my attention. Something low profile that a bloke of my height might actually fit into, and I did surprisingly. Out of curiosity, did your Miltec end up in a landfill?

[@WiltshireMan]

@@robtherover Yes Rob, it did unfortunately. I was unable to get replacement poles and also the ground sheet started to leak. The ground sheet looked like some sort of woven fabric. It's a real shame as the design of the tent is really good, just the materials let it down. If they were to up grade the poles and fabric I'd happily buy another even if it was twice the price. They are great for stealth camping and also high winds.

[@spellerlittlewing]

I like it am 5’8 128 lbs This will work

[@robtherover]

You’ll probably be able to get your kit in there with you too. I love this tent.

[@debbiestubbs3556]

Cadpat is the best camo available

[@aabbushcraft]

Don’t think I saw this video, have you used the tent in the raid mate? Look’s like a good bit of kit

[@aabbushcraft]

Rain

[@robtherover]

@@aabbushcraft yeah I used it at the DofE qualifier. It hammered it down with rain. Not a drop got in.

[@simborafilmes2266]

Could you say the name of this tent please?

[@willmoore7582]

Mil-Tec Recon/Recom 1 Man Tent; available in about 4 different finishes (flecktarn, khaki, etc.) cheers.

[@jasonmarriott69]

I’m 197cm and fit fine. The issue is the horrid condensation…

[@robtherover]

@@jasonmarriott69 didn’t have too much when I camped in it. But if the weather is warm and dry you can use it without the fly.

[@willmoore7582]

Completely agree as an owner myself. But I used it in a hollow with poor wind circulation.

[@trioultimo]

Its twice heavier than a bivy though

[@robtherover]

You’re right Tomek. At 2.6 kg it is quite heavy.

[@ryankkilleen5721]

Did you say you need to wait until you’re allowed to go stealth camping WTF. The whole point of being stealthy while you’re camping is for no one to know what the fuck you’re doing

[@robtherover]

Not wait really but get the time to do it. I work during the day and a few evenings a week, and I often have to work one weekend evening a week.

[@wanderingsoul7935]

Hydrostatic head of 1000 is not that great, better hope for only light rain.

[@robtherover]

I would probably put a tarp over it just in case.

[@wanderingsoul7935]

@@robtherover same here, tarps are an essential item in my own pack.

[@pabloguesdon7507]

It´s a copy of NTK Windy 1

[@robtherover]

I’ll have a look. I don’t think I’ve seen that one. Thank you.

[@goshawkfoxhill]

Sorry to say it looks like expensive rubbish

[@method9787]

Nothing expensive about that tent ⛺️ 😂😂😂

[@willmoore7582]

It cost me £30. Expensive eh?..😳

[@McRambro]

Not being funny but that's a child's tent, defiantly not for an adult.

[@robtherover]

I still fit in it. Believe it or not.

[@bloodstriper3649]

How is it a, "child's tent," If a 6'5" dude can sleep in it? If you're going to offer a critique make some sense.

[@willmoore7582]

I own this tent also and just don't know what you're talking about...🤨