OEX Phoxx II V2 Tent Review - The BEST selling OEX tent!

[@BackpackingUK]

Buy from Go Outdoors here: tidd.ly/3NmlCCf

[@jketcham9004]

Links down.

[@stevew585]

You haven't reviewed the Cobra 2? Link doesn't work.

[@Mrwillyface69]

I used this tent in the Lake District and the weather was extremely terrible heavy rain constantly and strong winds this tent surprised me it’s bomb proof highly recommend only down fall for me is the vestibule is rather small I prefer slightly larger to cook ect apart from that this is a really good stealthy weather resistant roomy tent only recommend using it solo

[@Michael-MRJ]

I have this tent, it’s a good size 1 person tent without being on top of each other as a two person tent. It’s brill for the price, I’ve got no complaints used it with snow and high winds and it didn’t let me down!

[@niks_healthy_lifestyle1691]

I can't fault this tent. My 12 year old daughter & I shared it over 9 nights camping & hiking the 96 mile West Highland Way in Scotland last summer. It was cosy but we had plenty of room for our 65lt backpacks above our heads. Sometimes a bit of a squeeze getting dressed so when we came back I bought a Lanshan Pro 2 & we're due to use it in 2 weeks to hike & wild camp the 120mile Rob Roy Way. I'll keep my Phoxx 2 though just as back up x

[@cmcc3721]

You 12 year old carried a 65lt backpack 96 miles? Thats some going haha

[@niks_healthy_lifestyle1691]

@@cmcc3721 she also recently did the 80 mile Rob Roy Way carrying all her own kit too & well be doing the 70 mile Cumbria Way in a couple of weeks. Including food & water she's carrying 5-8kg , plenty for her without been too challenging or too easy x

[@cmcc3721]

​@@niks_healthy_lifestyle1691 And she never moaned? Only joking. That's a fair old test for a 12 year old. Good luck with the Cumbria hike!

[@niks_healthy_lifestyle1691]

@@cmcc3721 only time she moaned ...was to tell me to stop moaning that I was carrying 13kg 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@niks_healthy_lifestyle1691]

@notme1345 all 3 of our kids have always come on dog walks & been outdoorsy on bikes & what not. So really from 4 they've done 3 miles easy but going at their pace & having picnics. Just do it slowly, you don't have to hike far to camp out. And have fun x

[@kmtb2011]

am glad i brought this when it was aroudn the £60 to £80 mark, now it appears to be well over £100, brilliant tent, served me well in my wild camps and bike packing

[@IamBATMAN2024]

On Amazon right now it’s £88

[@IamBATMAN2024]

Brilliant little tent at an amazing price! Think im going to get one. Thanks!

[@lordflashget8780]

Lots of people don't like inner first pitch tents, especially in the rain, it's very easy to attach the fly sheet of this tent to the inner by way of a few lengths of paracord, to stop the inner getting wet if pitching in the rain, this way it retains the versatility of having just a mesh screen (for the bugs) on those summer nights when the stars have to be seen to be believed. just remove the paracord, good luck.

[@BackpackingUK]

Thanks for sharing 👍

[@olianderson6153]

Interested to see how you have done this any more info ?

[@chucknutly3290]

​@@BackpackingUKGot mine just now but it's raining at the moment so I'm going to wait to put it up

[@chucknutly3290]

​@@BackpackingUKWould you recommend spraying it with waterproofing or is that a mistake?

[@SwallowsCourt]

Mine was tied together from new. No need to make any modification

[@petersimpson1627]

Another great review Andy, thanks, I always look forward to your KZbin reviews and have bought a few of the items you reviewed. Just waiting for the tent review where you open up the tent to reveal the latest Pinter!

[@Pitchedup11]

We've been using these for over a year now. Bought three of them when they was on offer, kne for my son too. Can't fault it.

[@KevinMire-up7ko]

Very good review I am thinking of getting it thanks 😊

[@stevenwatsham5973]

I have the Jackal 2 and find it to be a superb thing... Tested in a torrential rain and did not leak a jot...

[@sikastag10]

Good straight forward review. I brought from your Amazon site as I appreciate your honesty

[@BackpackingUK]

Cheers 👍

[@handmadepottery2135]

Nice your looking, after those Bluebells Andy, great review, thank you.

[@BackpackingUK]

Cheers 👍

[@keepsmiling1484]

Thanks for the vid - good review - just managed to purchase one for the incredible price of 49.99€ on sale and cannot believe what a bargain it is! Looking forward to starting to use it in Spring 🥳

[@BackpackingUK]

Bargain!!!

[@mazza8723]

Bought this tent a month ago on the back of this review for my spring/summer adventures, pack size is good I’ve seen other tents and the pack size a lot bigger, happy with the purchase.

[@BackpackingUK]

I really rate the 2 person version, you can't really go wrong!

[@cmcc3721]

Loads of room for my sleeping bag and my dogs Kygo bed. Perfect size for a bit backpacing.

[@BackpackingUK]

Yes, perfect size for one man and his dog!

[@areyoumad4it]

What a fantastic review, everything you want to know, well done

[@LCfit]

Great review thank you Andy. I’m thinking of getting this tent as I wanted to start solo camping (not wild….yet 😂). Thought this may make a great tent to try and see if I like it as I am after a new hobby 😂

[@BackpackingUK]

Give it a go, if you time it right you’ll get a good deal on these. Note the Phoxx 1 is tiny!

[@simonward6137]

Great honest review. Many thanks!!

[@DJLeroueHouse]

Ive just brought this tent for £99 from go outdoors, looks very impressive from the one i saw setup in store, i have a eurohike dlx but wanted one with a bit more of a hydrostatic rating, thanks for a great review also

[@chrisbardell]

Andy, thanks for this review. Been thinking about the Phoxx IIv2 for cycle camping, torn between it and the slightly larger & heavier OEX Rakoon 2.1, which looks ace. Off for a couple of nights in my old Vango Alpha 200 (budget but pretty decent, although flimsy fibreglass poles) in a couple of weeks to try to work out the weight/size vs comfort conundrum for multi-day trips. Enjoying your channel, thanks again.

[@BackpackingUK]

I’ve got the Racoon 2.1 as well. It’s much, much bigger but weighs about 1kg more from memory.

[@Mark_-jq6wg]

As a one person thats a fantastic space in that. Also the height is just right. I think 2 people would be a squeeze with all your gear. Great review, thanks Andy :)

[@BackpackingUK]

Thanks 👍

[@primus7776]

Great review Andy. Thank You.

[@BackpackingUK]

Cheers 👍

[@trevormegson7583]

Good review Thanks Andy. The only thing I noticed was there are no mesh insect doors on the two entrances. But, it does look like a good tent. To be able to sit up is a proper "Brucie Bonus".

[@BackpackingUK]

I should say the doors and vents have double zippers so you can have mesh only.

[@fraserhopewell]

Thanks for the review, it was really useful. Also, thanks for taking care around the bluebells!

[@BackpackingUK]

No worries!

[@arcticradio]

I just bought a Phoxx 2 for £70! Can’t wait to try it out. In summer I’ll just use the inner with a tarp.

[@BackpackingUK]

Bargain!

[@fb2814]

Do you mind me asking where from?

[@leeoutdoorshikingcamping3133]

Great review Andy. Was a toss up between this and the banshee for me last year and I went for this purely because I managed To pick it up about half the price of the banshee

[@BackpackingUK]

If you get it at the right time you can pick up the Phoxx 2 for an absolutely steal!

[@kylegriffiths6600]

Thank you for the great review , I'm looking at getting a tent for bike packing and really like the naturehike mongar 2 nice to see something else too , 👍

[@BackpackingUK]

If it’s summer bikepacking I’d go Mongar 2 👍

[@kylegriffiths6600]

Thanks for advice , going to order one tomorrow just got to choose a colour now 🙈😆

[@geneticjen9312]

Very impressed. Only major issue for me is it seems pretty weather resistant so ideal in pretty bad conditions but inner-first pitching kinda goes against that for me

[@BackpackingUK]

That's understandable, that's why many people opt for the Vango Banshee 200.

[@garrywestwell]

Excellent review, I think I am going to go for the OEX tent as this suits my needs perfectly... Just an off topic question, what are the trousers and walking boots that you are wearing?

[@kaolla1000]

bought one of these last year to replace my previous tent, sadly not had chance to use it yet though

[@OfWodensFolk]

Grabbed one for £62 over the weekend 😀Needed more room as the OEX Bobcat I is too small.

[@HikingCampingandPhotography]

I think I might get this tent for stealth camping.

[@gillywilson2996]

Thank you. This was very helpful. 😊

[@graemegrant6669]

Hey Andy got this for £63 today with gooutdoor 15% off really chuffed for that money, says 5000hh, 2.1kg I honestly cant complain for that cost.

[@BackpackingUK]

Bargain!!!

[@mokotramp]

For the UK this has to be one of the finest 1 man tents on the market, apart from a bigger vestibule and slimming the weight sub 2 kilo, what more could you possibly want? When I look at this tent and what it offers for the money, and then I look at the Hilleberg Akto, it leaves me a little puzzled and quite frankly flabbergasted! There is no way on this planet that tent is worth 600 quid more than the Phoxx 2! Ok the Akto has a cracking vestibule, slightly lighter, cracking build quality, able to endure harsher weather and great customer care. I wouldnt even say the Hille is 50% better than the Phoxx....the mind boggles! 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@stevew585]

Great review Andy Thank you, no footprint though??

[@BackpackingUK]

No, and I don't think you can buy one either. It's thick material though.

[@rhyssalisbury8578]

I had the phox 2 v1 and I slept through the worst thunderstorm I've ever seen in it. While the thunder kept me up all night the tent held strong.

[@BackpackingUK]

Thanks for sharing!

[@RAMSEYM2402]

I've been thinking about this tent or going for a bigger Berghaus Cairngorm 2, which is obviously heavier. I'm just under 5ft 7 and It's mainly for hiking up into the peak district for the odd night or 2. Which you think best? I'd be also going in rougher weather.

[@alanrichardson2382]

THANKS FOR SHARING ANDY JUST SUBBED AND ALSO FOUND THE TENT FOE £80..BARGAIN.

[@Jack-vz9hf]

Ive just got this tent and there is a small strap of fabric on the zip separating the zippers. I dont i onow how better to describe it. On this video its not there. Did you remove it? And if so what purpose does it serve? Thanks for the review by the way. Great video 👍

[@BackpackingUK]

I didn’t modify the tent. From memory it didn’t cause me any issues.

[@AJCavalier]

If I’m looking to stealth camp, am I better off with this tent, or a full on bivvy tent (like the snugpak stratosphere)? I’d rather the tent in the video, but I’m just wondering whether it’s too tall. Would a camo net help fully disguise it enough?

[@BackpackingUK]

This is a very stealth tent. There's also the Phoxx 1 too if you like really small tents. Personally, I prefer tents to bivvy's.

[@tullochgorum6323]

The trouble with these side-entry tunnels is that the door overhangs the inner, so you have to zip up completely in rain. Not great in our climate.

[@TheBenjy83]

Pantha elite or Phox 2 V2 then mate, which one for camping all year round? Thanks

[@BackpackingUK]

Phoxx for year round camps 👍

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Nice tent! I like the design. Looks like a great tent to have for backpacking. New follower here. Crow

[@BackpackingUK]

Yes, this is a proper backpacking tent. Thanks for the sub 👍

[@RootsLion]

fox1s about big enuh for a staffy ..will be giving it away soon as my cloudpeak arrives lol

[@BackpackingUK]

The Phoxx 1 is tiny, I would definitely recommend the Phoxx 2 for one person backpacking.

[@soggz4246]

Great review. Toss up between this and the Banshee V2, for me.👍🏾

[@stevew585]

Hi Andy, I've never seen you review the Cobra 2, it looks better than the phoxx 2 and the banshee 2 Imo. Any thoughts?

[@BackpackingUK]

On Coleman's website it says it weighs 4.3kg! Surely that can't be right?

[@ThisWontEndWell]

OLPRO Pioneer is a good alternative to this tent, I went for the OLPRO because I have a dislike of orange inners but other than that they are almost identical.

[@BackpackingUK]

I just checked it out, you’re right, it’s almost identical.

[@Mel-hs5eq]

Hi Andy What's a good option for a two man tent that is easy to pitch in rain...as in outer first or with it attached to inner so it doesn't get wet through inner when pitching? Cheers Mel

[@BackpackingUK]

The Vango Banshee 200 is very similar but pitches outer and inner together. Check out my other tent reviews 👍

[@Mel-hs5eq]

Cheers ANDY JUST watched your video on the cloud peak 2...which is best between that and the banshee 2 for pitching in the rain? I've got the msr access 2 for higher ground and just want a cheaper tent for heading up last minute onto local moors in all weathers.

[@BackpackingUK]

The Banshee is probably easier to pitch in the rain but it has nowhere near the space as a Cloud Peak 2. I've got an Access 2 as well!

[@alexm2404]

Hi Andy! Have a look at the Olpro Voyager from OLPRO. Is better than OEX - in my opinion. Have a look. Is lighter (1.9 kg), outer first, brilliant for one person wild camping.

[@BackpackingUK]

I had a look at that earlier, they’re very similar aren’t they.

[@alexm2404]

@@BackpackingUK similar to vango banshee, not oex. but the olpro voyager has more room for your feet and has only one door with mesh and fabric. HH is 5000.

[@randomhato]

Cracker of a tent! Nail it down right and it'll see you through the worst of nights. The Phoxx 1 v2 is my stealther, just a wee bit sneaker lol. Phoxx 2 is my mansion tent. Dead right though, if you are planning on going 2 up, be prepared to snuggle 🤣

[@BackpackingUK]

A bit cosy for 2 😂

[@mikehooper8868]

​@@BackpackingUKbe alright for me and the Mrs she lives for spooning haha

[@potnoodledad9990]

At 6 1/2 inch I found the phoxx 1 too small to stretch out is the phoxx 2 longer and more comfortable?

[@howyduinyall7653]

U really shouldn’t have a problem at 6 1/2 inch!

[@47represent]

Got one as my first tent. Only used it once so far but I liiiiiike it. Sure I got mine on sale for like 70quid n all

[@BackpackingUK]

It’s a really nice tent!

[@russellfamilyrambles]

anyone got a link for the OEX Phoxx II V2 when i look on google shopping it doesnt say v2

[@BackpackingUK]

Try the description 👍

[@r.davies2702]

Torn between this and the Cloud up 2. However, this is frequently on offer in various places and can be picked up a little cheaper.

[@BackpackingUK]

They’re quite different. The Cloud Up 2 will be bigger inside and lighter but not as good in bad weather. If you’re a fair weather camper I’d go Cloud Up 2.

[@r.davies2702]

Yes. Packed size and weight are my main considerations as it's for bikepacking. Thanks for the recommendation 👍

[@fiskmasadventures]

Cloud Up 2 user here. The pack size is a bitt different, but not massive - it's 40*13 cm, compared to this Phoxx2 41*16 cm. The weight is pretty similar too, the nylon CU2 is a tiny bit lighter but the polyester a tiny bit heavier than the Phoxx2. I'm personally impressed with how weather is faired (heavy rain is nothing, 43 mph wind gusts was no problem at all, good working guy lines and the outer was stable, though the inner flapped a bit because of the airflow), but yeah theoretically the Phoxx2 should be better with its "kite" profile when winds pick up more. The CU2 does have good space - but at ground level, the "ridge line" makes it narrow so a lot of that space gets taken away in volume. You can pitch the CU2 outer first, a bit more tricky but doable, and it's free standing. The downside is that it's like €170 or so (nylon version). I hope you get satisfied with whatever tent you choose, they're both excellent products.

[@r.davies2702]

@@fiskmasadventuresThanks for the detailed comparison, much appreciated 👍

[@fiskmasadventures]

@@r.davies2702 No problem at all, hope I was able to bring some perspective!😀

[@Useaname]

Great video but I can't get my head around these long names for tents. What's a Phoxx 1 then? And why is the Phoxx 11 better. And why is the Phoxx 2 V2 better than the Phoxx 11. And why don't they just rename the tent entirely with a shorter name?

[@BackpackingUK]

Phoxx 1 is a one person tent. Phoxx 2 is a two person tent. Phoxx 2 V2 is basically the new and improved two person tent. II and 2 are the same.

[@Outdoorshuntingshooting]

No new name? It’s probably because they don’t give a Phoxx.

[@Useaname]

@@Outdoorshuntingshooting after one year, neither do I.

[@SteJohnAllen]

Does anybody find that the front (small) pole is a little tight and makes the material tight?

[@BackpackingUK]

To be honest, I find the poles on most OEX tents really tight!

[@SteJohnAllen]

@@BackpackingUK Was you comfortable with the set up once it was all pegged out? I noticed that if the poles are tight, inside it creates a sort of bouncy line of material on the floor in line with the pole. Did you notice this?

[@chrimbo]

i know it's horses for courses, but if I have a Cloudpeak 2, is the OEX worth getting considering it is only 1/2Kg weight saving

[@BackpackingUK]

The Cloud Peak 2 is an entirely different tent. Personally, I much prefer free-standing dome tents so the CP2 would win everytime.

[@ashab1]

I’m choosing between these two now and possibly the star river, between the phoxx 2 and cloud peak are they about equal in strong wind?

[@PADDY-ys4cp]

Do you think it would fit in a mat that is 190cm in length?

[@BackpackingUK]

Yes 👍

[@lnash2569]

Can't find this in the US.

[@BackpackingUK]

I think they are UK only

[@TrueNorthOutdoors.]

What is the Mic you're using please?

[@BackpackingUK]

Rode Wireless Go. It’s probably the best for this type of video but it’s still not perfect!

[@TrueNorthOutdoors.]

@@BackpackingUK ok great. Thanks for getting back to me.

[@jonmetcalfe6420]

Do you know any websites that I can purchase his tent I live in the United States I really want this team I've been planning on it for a year and now I'm only finding it on United Kingdom websites?

[@BackpackingUK]

I know some UK sites ship internationally, I'd say that's your best bet.

[@jonmetcalfe6420]

Thanks

[@EoghanMasterson-d4t]

What's wrong with bluebells?

[@BackpackingUK]

Protected

[@Mrchris800]

Managed to bag one for £70

[@BackpackingUK]

Bargain!!!

[@viceversarte]

Everyone speaks good things about this tent but I was quite disappointed when I tested it. The only big problem is the floor, as it is made with a very weak fabric, any protrusion on the ground will be felt and most likely damage the fabric. That's why the reviews of this tent are all done on grass ground LOL

[@Outdoorshuntingshooting]

It’s a feature not a bug lol. Every 1-2 man tent I have had has been exactly the same, it’s done to reduce weight. Which, if you are not bothered about a ground sheet protector can be added.

[@abbottsadventures]

Paid £40 for mine 2 years ago

[@Sir-Kay]

So, to see what's going on around me, I basically need to invite a gang of mosquitos inside with me uhn? good job OEX, smart designers you've got! Not to mention it weighs 2.1kg with those practically useless vestibules, smh. No, I'll stick to my Lanshan 2pro. than weighs less than half of this and looks way better and provides more space for 2. That said, thumbs up for the video.

[@BackpackingUK]

True, but this would be much better is poor weather and a lot warmer too.

[@WestwoodLodge]

Of course, you can’t buy OEX anywhere other than JD Sports owned places, such as Blacks, Millets and Go Outdoors, because they own the OEX brand!

[@BackpackingUK]

Correct 👍

[@stevesmith6372]

Great content but could you speed up your speech a little

[@BackpackingUK]

I'll bare that in mind 👍

[@niks_healthy_lifestyle1691]

What a stupid thing to say 🙄.

[@niks_healthy_lifestyle1691]

@@BackpackingUK please take no notice of comments like this. He'll be asking you to change your eye colour next 🤦‍♀️

[@tbo2120]

Use KZbin’s increase speed function. Or pour yourself a beer and try and relax. Both work. ‘Can you speed up your speech’ what a stupid thing to say.

[@stevesmith6372]

Great advice thanks so helpful

[@davidhudson7590]

I looked at that tent and the jackal Andy but went with the jackal for the porch I got 3 man as was cheaper than the 2 man and on specs not alot bigger the 3rd man must be an action man think I've learnt from reviews 2 is one man, 3 is 2 man and both better as as comfy 1 man n gear

[@BackpackingUK]

I really like my Jackal II, great tent!

[@tonyb76]

Similar to Coleman avaria

[@BackpackingUK]

Good to know!

[@yetidodger6650]

2nd view.

[@BackpackingUK]

Thanks 👍

[@nedstertd4]

banshee 300 far better

[@undertheradar001]

Vango banshee rip off!!

[@Englishmann96]

Hey question for you mate I’m 6ft6 would this be big enough for me ?

[@BackpackingUK]

To be honest, I’d say that’s a bit touch and go 😬