Naturehike Star River 2

I had been looking for a new 2 person tent so when Naturehike Outdoors contacted me to see if I would be interested in testing and reviewing their Star River 2 tent I quickly accepted
My Weights:
Total package 4lb 7oz 1990gr
Tent w/o mat 3lb 14oz 1760gr
Foot Print 9oz 230gr
Tarp&poles-pegs&mat 3lb 2oz 1480gr
Tent only 1lb 5oz 609gr
My Measurements
Total Length 16” 41cm
Diameter 7.5” 19cm
Foot print 7’ x 4’4” 213cm x 134cm
Naturehike www.naturehike.com/star-river...
Amazon.ca www.amazon.ca/Naturehike-Star...
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[@tremblaydaniel]

This is an excellent review, you nailed everything we needed to know! Thank you for supporting the heat inside the tent to make this video!

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad it was helpful! I still use and enjoy the tent. I will be doing a long term review soon. Thank you for commenting

[@billurdulkadir7166]

I watched several videos about natural hike star river 2 tent but this was the most helpful. Thank you very much.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

I am glad you found the video helpful. Thanks for commenting.

[@krisnahari]

It is always a good idea to test out equipments in the comfort of your own backyard before. Thumbs up!

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad you enjoyed the video. I have spent a few nights in it so far but none in the rain...so dry here in Nova Scotia right now. As soon as I get it good and wet I will report back. Thanks for commenting

[@randal1470]

Great vid Mark, good looking tent so far, looking forward to the fall follow-up.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Will be getting wet as soon as I can. Thanks Randal

[@angelsaulog6371]

This is a really great review i must say! Hands down to you sir 🙌🏻

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

I am glad you found the review helpful. Thanks for commenting

[@WayneTheSeine]

Very rood review. Naturehike did well selecting you as an ambassador. I am in the market for a small backpack tent and will hold off until I see some in the field, in the rain usage and a follow-up review from you. Very nice job!

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad you found the review helpful. I will have the tent in the woods with rain as soon as I can. Thanks for commenting

[@ccwweeman3385]

nice review mark you've covered everything we need to see thanks for sharing, been looking at this model for some time to use for bike packing in Scotland thanks again take care....colin

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad you enjoyed the video. Naturehike has a number of smaller one-person tents as well you may want to look at. Thanks for commenting

[@sunny21332]

Your explanation is very good. I'm using the same tent, and the application of footprints is good information. Thank you ^^

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for commenting

[@maninthewoods]

Great review. Thanks for sharing. I just purchased a nature hike tent (Star river 2) and will be setting up this week to get ready to use on August long weekend, Can't wait!

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

It is a great quality, high value tent for sure. Bit heavier than the name brands but much less expensive. Thanks for commenting

[@markdiroff1479]

Looks like a feature loaded tent. You covered everything and you'll probably be offered a job now selling tents for this company. We'll miss you. Not sure on the quality but you just did the best tent commercial I have ever seen!!

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

I wouldn't compare it against the bug names like MSR and Big Agnes but I feel it punches way above its weight class. It appears to be a good tent but only time will tell for sure. Thanks for commenting...BTW..I am enjoying retirement too much to go back to work😉

[@leclereandre1691]

Thanks for the good advise, have one Cloud2, but the door one side is more comfy, keep the good works Mark!

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

The Cloud 2 is a very nice tent as well. Thanks for commenting

[@dansmith6508]

Well done review Mark. It looks like you may have a winner there. It certainly reminds me of my MEC Volt tent which has held up nicely for years now. (almost twice the price thou !) 2 details i noticed about your tent that i like are that the ends come up almost at a 90 degree angle which means your head and sleeping bag at your feet will not be in contact with the tent material. There also looks to be a good amount of air space between the tent body and fly for circulation. I recently ordered the Pariah Breeze Mesh Tent and i'm going to use that with my Siltarp 2 as a very lightweight super compact setup for pretty much 3 season use. The tent itself was only 60 bucks and seems so far to be a quality item. Cheers !

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Thanks for the kind words Dan. It looks like the Star River 2 has design elements also found on the MSR Hubba Hubba and Big Agnes Copper Spur 2...hard to argue with successful designs. I will definitely look at the Pariah Breese Mesh tent as well. I recently ordered a hanging bug net to go with a small tarp for alight weight compact setup. Thanks for commenting

[@awless]

I am a big fan of nature hike, great product review!

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Great products at a great price for sure. Thanks for commenting

[@robertmaxwell3220]

Excellent show as always.Have checked out the natureshike line,seems pretty good at more than fair pricing.Saw one on English moors hold up very well in high rain and winds.Thanks for everything!

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks for commenting

[@LaursOutdoors]

Looks like a pretty good piece of gear! Good review buddy!

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Thanks Laurence. I'll be bringing it to the Gathering for people to have a look at

[@borg386]

I like the doors. I have the cloud up 2, and the tiny little door is so annoying. Also I rekon it has the same mesh as the river, and it is very hot inside, especially with the rain fly on.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Yes, the double doors allow for great cross breeze. Thanks for commenting

[@soggz4246]

Great review. Thank you. I’m currently looking for a tent to replace my 1996 Outbound Rocky. It’s a great tent, but I’m lightening up my kit. It’s a toss up between the Star River and the Mongar 2. This one is becoming more appealing, as it’s lower profile, and it gets pretty windy here in the UK. Regards.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Good point about the wind. I can't comment on the Monger though as I don't have one. Thanks for commenting

[@thewelshnomad7094]

Extremely glad I came across this review before I dropped close to 400 pound on an MSR Hubba, this looks like an exact copy for quarter of the price! 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad you found the video helpful. The NatureHike tent is a great value but I am not sure how it compares with the MSR or Big Agnes versions. I know they are lighter in weight. Thank you for commenting

[@black-end9876]

Nice review Marc. Thanks 🙏

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad you liked it. Thanks for commenting

[@jellybean3731]

I once went camping and forgot the tent poles : O silly ol' me! I ended up hiring a ramshackle static caravan... happy days ; )

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

LOL...I also have similar memories of tents collapsing during rain storms...with kids inside...funny now. Thanks for commenting

[@oldredcoonhound2182]

Maybe suggest to nature hike to do a reinforced piece with a tie out in it sewn to the middle of the footprint ( where you had the stick standing) Nice review. Your back yard looks like a nice little retreat.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Interesting idea. I will be sure to let Naturehike know. Glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks for commenting

[@NaturehikeOfficialStore]

I know already

[@oldredcoonhound2182]

NatureHike Outdoors so dooo it, just do it lol. I can't remember what movie was that from?

[@steves1749]

Looks nice. Maybe you can leave it out in the rain to see how it does. Very important to insure no leaks.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Hardest part here is that we have had so little rain this summer. I may have to spray it with a garden hose..I'll be sure to get it wet. Thanks for commenting

[@Tomas-vy2sr]

Great video. Really appreciate there's still people that dedicates so much effort to make a good explanation and give good advices. Thanks a lot.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Thank you for your kind words. I try and provide the information I would be looking for myself.

[@terryw.milburn8565]

Howdy Mark & Happy-Canuck-day to You & Yours ! For the price I cant see anything I don't like about this piece of gear ! well thought out, Lets head to the Lake & give er a test, Don't forget to bring the COFFEE ! Be Well, Friend ! ATB T God Bless

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

A good cup of coffee will definitely make my video more understandable😉. Thank you for commenting Terry

[@Pch100]

Many thanks for your video

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

You are most welcome. Thanks for commenting

[@ShineBright__]

Got the same tent perfect for motorcycle camping trip ..... All my bike gears are Naturehike very hight quality

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

I agree. NatureHike are not just good quality for the money but good quality overall. Thanks for commenting

[@cairnscrow8713]

Great concise review

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Thank you very much

[@Matt-uw9rb]

excellent, detailed video, thank you

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for commenting

[@banshee107]

I have a cheap 3FUL ultralight tent I’m pretty happy with. I’m looking for something alittle larger for car camping. I’ll have to look into Naturehike

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

I have been looking at the 3F UL tents. Especially the tiny 1 person ultralight. They look really nice. Let me know if you end up getting a Naturehike

[@billpemberton3982]

Man that looks alot like my Dominion 2.5p from Outdoor Vitals other than the higher end for more headroom. I actually just left Dartmouth last week visiting my 2nd son and his family. After spending 3 weeks helping my son build a house by Mabou.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

I just had a look at the Outdoor Vitals tent and agree they share a lot of the same design. I have found quite a few tens that do as well including the MSR Hubba Hubba and the Big Agnes Copperspur 2. It appears to be a good concept. The Outdoor Vital products look great. Would love to test some out some day. Thanks for commenting

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Mabou is a beautiful spot in our province for sure

[@Johnj22]

Hi Mark, firstly I just want to say that I'm a big fan of your videos and you as a video maker and outdoors man. I've recently bought The Naturehike Cloud Up 2 and I'm very impressed with the build quality looking identical to the quality and build of yours. I got the 210T tent instead of the 20D but I'm confident it's waterproof and am yet to rain test it, I can always add a waterproofer to it later. All the best from England

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Hi John. Thank you for the kind words regarding my channel. The Cloud Up 2 was the tent I had been thinking of buying but Naturehike wanted me to test the Star River 2 instead. I really like the Star River but would have been just as happy with the Cloud Up. Thanks for commenting

[@Johnj22]

Mark Young Thanks for your reply and your time. Being someone who understands fabrics better than me, in terms of waterproof/resistance, do you think there is a big difference between the 20D and the 210T fabrics?

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

John, I would not classify myself as highly knowledgeable on tent fabrics but from what I know, 210T polyester should work just as well as the 20D nylon for tents, as long as both are well treated for waterproofness (silicone impregnated). My understanding is that polyester tends to stretch/shrink less than nylon. Excessive shrinkage can put a lot of strain on the seams. Hope this helps

[@Johnj22]

Mark Young Yes that's very helpful. Will you do a video if you use the tent in the rain?Thank you again and have a great day in your beautiful country. I hope to visit Canada one day.

[@clairetaylor5632]

Hey John James, how are you finding your Cloud Up 2? I've been considering one for a while now.

[@andrewmacaulay1585]

👍. Well done

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Somehow missed you comment before now. Thank you

[@parasutadiguma]

Nice , very nice review ,

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad you liked it. Thanks for commenting

[@thomasguy9837]

Phenomenal review! I have been looking into Nature Hike and you sold me on getting a tent from them. Do you know the difference between the Star River version and the Mongar version? Which would you prefer? Thanks!

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Glad you liked the review. From what I can tell, the Mongar is identical to the Star River with the exception that the cross bar appears to be a bit longer on the Mongar. Not much of a help I am sure. Thanks for commenting

[@jeffreydonaldson7003]

When just putting up a fly only on these type of tents. Is that people forget to dig a small canal/ditch near the borders of the tent to slow rain water from entering between the ground and the bottom edge of the rainfly around the tent. We always did that with our US ARMY pup tents because of no bottom was attached to it.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Excellent advise based on experience. I likely would go with the fly only in good weather but your suggestion is good to keep in mind. Thanks for commenting

[@dickcoulthard3315]

Hello Mark, really enjoyed the review as i have recently bought the Star River, not used as yet but looking forward the getting out in it - one question though please could you let me know if the cross bar goes under or over ? thanks in advance :)

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

I am sure you will like the tent. The short cross pole goes over the inner tent and under the fly. Hope this helps. Thanks for commenting

[@dickcoulthard3315]

@@MarkYoungBushcraft thanks Mark , that's great , i already have the Cloud Up 2 but the kids have started camping with me now so the extra space is much appreciated :)

[@hustlas4ever]

Thank you.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Moat welcome. Thanks for commenting

[@wolpertinger3793]

Hey there, great review! Thanks a lot... I was wondering if you did a long-term review. Can't find it. Still using it? About to decide between the Mongor and the Star River.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

I am still using it and have used it heavy rain. No leakage and no other issues. Other than I forgot to peg it down one day and it blue away onto some rocks. The fly had a hole in it but I repaired it using a patch from the bag. The material does stretch some when wet and shrinks again when dry. The Mongar and Star River appear very similar. I can't tell the difference from the pictures (of the Mongar). Thanks for commenting

[@wolpertinger3793]

@@MarkYoungBushcraft I just got the chance to check out and compare the Star river side by side with the Mongor. The star river is not as spacious as the Mongor since the inside walls are going more diagonal. This is due to the shorter cross bars on top. Since I’m almost 2m, this is an issue and I’m going with the Mongor. Thanks and have a great day

[@markpoppendiek940]

Hi. I am subscribed to your channel but I missed this video until just yesterday, which was exactly one day after my new Naturehike Star River 2 tent was delivered. I am happy with process I used to select it, but continue to be curious how others have found it to hold up under stormy and windy conditions. I haven’t seen much other than initial impression and set-up videos. Your video is about 4 years old now. Do you still use this tent? Have the materials held up? Have you ever used it in stormy conditions? If so, how did it fare? Thanks!

[@markpoppendiek940]

Oops, I could have answered my own questions by reading some of the other comments. It seems as if your tent has lasted awhile, handled rain ok (with minor zipper issues when fabric was wet & stretched out). I am still curious how it will do in gusty conditions.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

In truth, I have not used it a lot. Maybe eight times. I did use it in a heavy rain storm and it worked well. I had an issue of my own making where i did not stake it down and the wind carried it over some rocks. I did end up with holes i. The fabric i had to repair but no structural damage. Hope this helps

[@BackcountryKing]

what is that sleeping pad? I am in need of an upgrade!

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Hey Steve. I have the Sea-to-Summit Comfort Plus. I like it as it has two inflatable chambers (top and bottom) in the event it springs a leak. Hope to meet up soon

[@JediStockTrader]

I have a MSR Hubba 2 thats now leaking from the floor and canopy , got over 18 yrs of use. Looking for something similar but with the added winter season use as well. Any recommendations ? Star River 2?

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

The MSR Hubba is a much better tent than this one. Depends on your budget. This tent will work and is worth the money but I doubt you will get the same years of service from it. Still, may be cheaper to buy this tent if it only lasted 10 years. Thanks for commenting

[@jamesbell6996]

Hi Mark, did you end up doing a follow up review after you'd properly tested it out? I'm very keen to hear your thoughts on how this held up. James

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

So, I have only used the tent about six times and only once in heavy rain. It is standing up well with no leaks. I did find on annoying thing. The zipper on the vestibule jammed up when it got wet and stretched. Only the once. I will likely do a follow up review sometime this summer. Thanks for commenting

[@jamesbell6996]

@@MarkYoungBushcraft Thanks Mark. I just bought one so hopefully it'll be good. It'll be getting a lot of use over the next few months so i'll be keeping an eye out for your follow up video to compare our experiences.

[@DrDennis]

Mark how was this tent long term? Durable or not? Dry or leaker? Great review buddy.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

So far so good. In truth, I have only used it about a dozen times. Has remained waterproof. Only issue I had was the zipper catching on material when it got wet and sagged a bit. I just had to be aware of it to avoid it.

[@kevinwhitaker3060]

Hi Mark. Did you buy from Camper lists too?

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

No, this was sent to me directly from Naturehike. Thanks for commenting

[@aryary4210]

Hello! do you know the NATUREHIKE MONGAR tent? Can you tell the difference between MONGAR and STAR RIVER?

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

I have not tested the Mongar but it appears very similar in design. I note that the "wishbone" where the poles separate is the same on both ends of the Mongar but is shorter on one end of the Star River. Hope this helps

[@topmoe6802]

Quick question, are the seams taped?

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Yes they are. Thanks for commenting

[@zhaoyunzulong]

I don't know difference between star 2 and mongar 2. It's inner mesh region?

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

I have not seen the Mongar so I can't comment but I did find this article www.walkhighlands.co.uk/Forum/viewtopic.php?f=20&t=92650

[@artiruswandi4739]

It seems like they used different pole structures too. Just like BA Tiger Wall, Star River2 has asymmetrical head and foot section, that's why the used a colour coated poles to tell which is which. On the other hand Mongar's structure looks closer to the MSR Hubba-Hubba, which have the same height between both of their ends. CMIIW.

[@dinopereira8238]

Any idea if Naturehike uses fire retardants on their tents? Thanks.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

I don't know for sure but I do not believe they do. Thanks for commenting

[@beschuitfluiter]

At 6ft5; you think this would work for me? maybe diagonal? I have a 3 inch thick pad

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

So I am only 5'10" but I have about 6" to 8" at either end. The width should give you what you need corner to corner. I will measure next time I set it up. I still plan to make a long term use video with it. Thanks for commenting

[@beschuitfluiter]

@@MarkYoungBushcraft thanks for the quick response. And great review

[@bidufree]

Did you ever take the tent out for a test? Can't find any video about that.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

I had it out four times but did not record a video because of the setting I was at. Once in heavy rain and high winds. No leaking. Hope to make a video using it soon. Thanks for commenting

[@bidufree]

@@MarkYoungBushcraft, thanks. Looking forward to that video. Could you also please measure how long the tent is on the inside? It seems like Naturehike is exaggerating the size.

[@bidufree]

Hi@@MarkYoungBushcraft, did you ever measure the tent? Would be nice to know the actual size. :)

[@gustaveriksson9091]

Hi. Have you test it in rain and wind?

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Yes, a few times. It has remained water tight. The fabric does stretch when wet but returns to normal when it dries. Thanks for commenting

[@gustaveriksson9091]

@@MarkYoungBushcraft thanks for the answer 👍 a good looking tent and a great channel 👍

[@piggybackride89]

Did you test it with rain ? :)

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

I have only been able to get out with it for 7 nights so far. I have had it in heavy rain twice. I have had no issues with water getting in at all. I did experience some stretch of the fly when wet. Not unusual. I did have one bad experience where high winds pulled the steaks out of the ground while it was empty and it ended up with a rip in the fly. Once I have this repaired or replaced I will do a long term review. Hope this helps

[@piggybackride89]

@@MarkYoungBushcraft Thanks!

[@indrasaputra2867]

kombinasi cloud up dgn monggar

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Leres, éta sami. Hatur nuhun parantos mairan

[@jamesfishfish9099]

Mark I tried to send you my video on email but it wouldn't allow me to do it

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

okay James, try sending it by PM on my KZbin channel. Go to the "about" tab and you will find a link for sending messages

[@jamesfishfish9099]

Mark I hope this worked

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

I did not receive anything by email James. Are you sending the link to [e-mail]

[@rrcaniglia]

Like your videos. I am a subscriber. One constructive note. At some points during this video you panned too quickly. Just a nit, and I trust you’ll accept the comment in the spirit in which it was given.

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Constructive advise is always welcome. Thanks for commenting

[@jonfyfazan]

👏⛺️👍👌🇳🇴

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

🤔 thanks, I think