Nemo Hornet OSMO 2P Review. Did it hold up to the storm??? Bonus... One Pot Meal Recipe!

NEMO's new recycled OSMO Fabric headlines the new Hornet 2P Ultralight Tent. I included a full review including a night in a storm to test its ability to keep me dry.
Included is one of my backpacking one pot meal recipes.
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[@gabeah]

this man knows how to season. bless and protect him.

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

Yes indeed! No bland food at my camp. Thanks for watching!

[@Str8upGoufy]

Thank you for the review sir! You covered all the info I needed.

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

Thanks for watching!

[@steventaylor3296]

I love this tent! I have had it for about a month. Lightweight, easy to put up, take down and perfect for a backpacker like myself. I don't even use the ground cloth. Best buy i have made in a long time

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

I agree. I was impressed with the packability and light weight.

[@kirktaylor8144]

Hey Steve I was thinking of using it without the footprint too, so did any water seep in through the floor? It does have that one seam in the floor... thanks!

[@steventaylor3296]

@@kirktaylor8144 actually yes it is now, so i would get the footprint

[@shifteleven]

@@steventaylor3296that’s sad it’s needed. But good to know

[@kellyrhoads5629]

Really great review! Thanks for breaking down the weights like you did and the other specs like your height and weight while laying in it. Very helpful and I loved the bonus recipe!

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

Awesome! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@ShaunBurch]

I appreciate this review, and the combo of a meal to make! Haha. Happy camping. ⛺️

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

Thanks for watching

[@melaniemassey-h3g]

Excellent review....well done mate!!

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@hobbithikingnz8321]

Thanks for this honest review, and actually trying it out in rain! I would have liked to see you close both doors while inside to see the real size. Love your accent btw, cheers from New Zealand 😊

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

Thanks for watching and for the comment. I'll take the doors closed into consideration next video. Thanks for the feedback!

[@redwhiteblue7831]

I'm looking into this tent for a trip to the Red River Gorge in October 2023. Thank you for sharing. Take care. 🇺🇲

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

Thanks for the comment and for watching!

[@Alexthecoch]

I ordered the dagger and I’m still a little worried being out here in the PNW where it rains a TONNNN but you gave me some faith. Thankyou for trying and a genuine review

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

You're welcome. I thinkbyoubshould be fine. I had zero issues in a decent boutique of rain that night. Thanks for watching!

[@JustinMcKinneyhiker]

I purchased the one person version and have not used it yet. I really liked your review , and thanks for letting us know your height , other reviewers forget that. I think I'll be happy with my purchase !!

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

Thanks for the comment. You will be happy with your purchase. Well made tent and extremely packable for a freestanding tent. Thanks for watching.

[@TheNoobHiker]

Great review, awsome dinner! I subscribed. 👍

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

Thanks for watching, commenting, and for the sub!

[@gusvietnam5086]

Great video and review!! I'm considering purchasing 1. You covered alot about the tent. Thanks! 👍

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

Thanks for watching!

[@everett8603]

He covered it SUPER well. I'm in the PNW, I just got back from a night in the upper 30s, raining all night and I had zero issues with the tent. Highly recommend it. I'm 5'10/185lbs and was pretty easily able to store my 60L rucksack in the tent overnight as well.

[@TonyStark-mp4ug]

Just ordered the 3p version of this tent and I'm super excited to try it this summer. Awesome, authentic review! Thank you!

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

You will enjoy it. Thanks for watching and for commenting!

[@jeremiahstinnett-fi9th]

Great Review! Appreciate the content!

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

Thanks for watching!

[@strangerous1313]

Hey, I appreciate the great real-life review of this tent, as opposed to the ReviewTubers who just tell about the features. I live in Arizona, so I typically camp in the desert, as well as the mountains to the north. Count me in for a Like, and as a new subscriber. I am going to pull the trigger on this tent when I get paid in a few days.

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

Awesome! Thanks for the sub and comment!

[@robottaway]

Hey buddy your video is really well done! Sound and video come through great. Interested in this tent and your video was one of the reasons I ended up pulling the trigger... oh and the 25% off sale at REI :D

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

Thanks for the comment! 25% off is always a good fay for me. I spend too much money at REI anyway. Gotta get a deal when you can! Thanks for watching.

[@IowaNinersFan]

Thank you for your honest review. I just got this tent for bikepacking and RAGBRAI this year. Been using the 1 and 2-person REI tents in past years and they've served their purposes and held their own but it's the weight and size that led me to look for a 2-person tent that won't take up too much space on my bike and this tent "fits the bill" granted an expensive one lol but you do get what you pay for. While I'm not a bigger person like yourself, I appreciate you throwing that into your video so I'd have a better picture on the size of this tent. Haven't put up the tent yet since Iowa weather hasn't been cooperating and though we've had warm days, they've been mostly windy and work schedules have prevented me from testing the tent out but Spring is here and I have some bikepacking days on my calendar in April. Can't wait to get out there and test the tent out.

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

Thanks for the comment! Glad the video was helpful

[@davidcamarillo2841]

I agree with you. I had the same result. I was high up and it rained like crazy and totally dry inside man and it's up to military spec for me because normally I would have used my light fighter because it's military grade and I trust my light fighter. However my hornet performed amazing I can trust it. I know that for sure now

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

Thanks for commenting and watching

[@davidcamarillo2841]

@@blueridgefamilyoutdoors absolutely brother and like I said it's up to the task

[@bf424]

Good one man. You've helped me pull the trigger on a 2p Hornet. Cheers from from Downunder.

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

Awesome! Glad my content was beneficial. You'll enjoy your new home on trail!

[@kirktaylor8144]

Wow easily the most comprehensive tent review ever, complete with real time rain report! Thank you! I'm wondering if since you made this video, if you've used it without the footprint, and if moisture seeped in anywhere? Thanks again for a lot of information very well presented.

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

Thanks for the comment! I have not used it without the footprint. Mainly because I typically only make shirt overnight hikes, and the extra weight of the foorltprint is not a concern. But I wouldn't be afraid to leave it behind should I go on a milti-day hike. I've seen reviews where others don't use the footprint, and it's fine. It's a peace of mind thing for me more than anything. Thanks for watching!

[@samsmith8870]

Love it! I picked up the exact same tent on eBay brand new for 300 bucks right after they came out. Not sure how they managed to sell it so cheap but I couldn't say no.

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

That's a steal! It's a great tent. I can't wait till cooler weather to co e so I can hit the trail and use it! Thanks for watching!

[@hikebot]

Nice job bud!

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

Thank for watching and for the comment!

[@lh3540]

I'm not super into ultralight use, but I'm really petite and just can't lug a huge pack. If you're a small person trying to keep under a 20lb pack, this tent is definitely a thing to watch for on sale.

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

No doubt! I was looking for a very packable and lightweight tent for solo hikes, and this one fit the bill to a tee.

[@1864nate]

Good stuff

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

Thanks for watching!

[@steventaylor3296]

I have the nemo tensor long/wide also. Best sleeping pad i have ever had

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

It's the first one I bought based on an REI staff members recommendation. I'm glad I listened!

[@steventaylor3296]

The tent with the tensor is a perfect match for 1 person and gear inside. I have just went on the Appalachian trail with it for about a week. Went to the Appalachian trail kickoff and hiked from Unicoi gap back tonspringer with it. Then i have went out a couple more times and actually just came back yesterday from an overnighter lol. If your ever around northeast tn let me know, we can do a hike. Don't need to make a video, just enjoy the outdoors. Very good review btw

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

Awesome! Will do. Thanks for watching!

[@Teddy-fx6fx]

Could you put your pack inside if you had a smaller pack? Looks like the vestibule is small. Nice review.

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

Thanks for watching. Are you asking if theboack can be placed inside the tent with you? Vestibules are sufficient but not huge.

[@steventaylor3296]

The first time i set it up was in a very windy day, but still no problem lol

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

How did the tent do in the wind after it was set up?

[@steventaylor3296]

@@blueridgefamilyoutdoors did great actually, it tightens down nicely, so when its shut all the way up, it holds up really good

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

​@@steventaylor3296 thanks for the reply. I felt like it was a stable platform. I wont second guess taking out in windy conditions.

[@edge29chaos]

I need one of these tents, mine is like double the weight.

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

Makes a big difference in weight and size when packed.

[@samsmith8870]

Just FYI, it will fit my tapered Thermarest 25 inch and Nemo tensor, 20 inch non tapered, regular length pads. Although I would only share it with somebody I really liked lol

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

Good information. Im not sure Im wolling to share with anyone! Thanks for the comment!

[@SticksAandstonesBozo]

The 76 dollar foot print really sucks. Dropped 450 on the tent today and they didn’t have the footy. Insane 75 bucks for a footprint.

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

Agreed! I felt I needed it, but bits still too pricey.

[@roberttrinies7698]

2 person with tapered sleep pads and mummy bags,sleeping only...no rainy day hanging out.

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

Agreed!

[@aaronmullinz]

Tyvek or a ground sheet from Garage Grown Gear, Six Moon Designs way cheaper and lighter.

[@aaronmullinz]

A Durston Xmid 2 would be a great option. I love mine!

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

The more I browse the internet, the more cottage companies I realize are out there. I'll have a Duraton Xmid 2 one day. Thanks for watching, and thanks for the comment!

[@nihilistarchitect]

Having less stakes is not necessarily a better thing, specially under windy conditions. I rather have more stakes on a tent than less. I’m wonder people have some experiences to share caping in windy mountain conditions with this tent.

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

Im curious to know the same. Thanks for the comment and for watching.

[@abedlatifaichaoui1521]

Would you like to advertise the tent? I am a fan of camping

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

I'm not much on advertising. Thanks for the comment and for watching.

[@SticksAandstonesBozo]

Find me a tent this size , this weight , that has zero issues leaking , that packs up the size is does , and I’ll call you full of it lol. I’ve done the research. Not unless your going 800-2000 dollars for these paper bags people use from z packs.

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

I can't speak to longer term use on a through hike, but for one night in a good rain, it didn't leak.

[@janSlon-nw1kr]

remove shoes in a tent! nice review.

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

Good advice! Not sure what Ibwas thinking when I wore them in the tent. Thanks for watching.

[@jeromebullard6123]

Want one BUT it’s made in Taiwan.

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

I wish it were USA made. That's hard to find anymore. Still a good tent though.

[@zaingazi3548]

Jeezuz what you call that thing..?

[@blueridgefamilyoutdoors]

Which thing are you referring to???