Robens Chaser 2 First Look!

First pitch and impressions of my Robens Chaser 2! A mid-range lightweight backpacking tent that’s been tested in some seriously strong winds!
The two-person Robens Chaser 2 uses the versatile FlexPitch system with Inner Ring Suspension, allowing pitching flysheet and inner options to match weather and provide full or part-sheltered bug-free sky views when nights are warm. The inner’s gear rope transfers to the flysheet to keep it in shape when used on its own to reduce weight. Outer venting options include low vents, apex door vent and two-way zip.
SPECS
Flysheet: HydroTex NRS-T, 20D nylon 380T, ripstop nylon outside siliconised PU inside
Taping: Taped seams
Hydrostatic Head: 2000 mm
Sleeps: 2
Poles: Aluminium #7001, T6, 8.5/7.0 mm, anodised
Inner tent: 20D nylon B3 mesh, breathable nylon mesh
Floor Inner: 20D nylon ripstop 380T PU coated, 5000 mm
Colour: Dark Green
Textile Fiber Composition: Flysheet: 100% Nylon Inner tent: 100% Nylon Mesh: 100% Nylon
Pack size: 39 x 13 cm
Weight: 1.46 kg
Minimum weight: 1.27 kg
Thanks for watching! Ben 🤓
📦 VIDEO LINKS
Outdoor Gear Essentials : outdoorgearessentials.co.uk/
Official Robens Chaser 2 specs : www.robens.de/en-gb/shop/outd...
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[@ducatimann]

Hi Ben My last three tents have been Robens tents ,dont be fooled, let the quality do the talking ..have had a robens starlite ...for 5 years ,pole snapped ,robens replaced pole free of charge and within 48 hours !! the vw of tent manufacturers

[@DaleyOutdoors]

Good to know 👍

[@h.bsfaithfulservant4136]

Ruby is such a 🌟...and I like the look of the tent too 👍

[@DaleyOutdoors]

She is! 🐕‍🦺

[@justinsaint6786]

Nice first look Ben. I have a feeling your gonna like this one. Ive also had my eye on this tent, so looking forward to first outing review on it 👍🏼

[@ike8236]

Lawn is looking nice

[@outdooradventure4590]

Nice looking little tent.

[@stevew585]

Looks a nice tent Ben, be great in the Spring/ Summer.

[@neemancallender9092]

Nice review Now let’s see with usage Looking forward the next review

[@DaleyOutdoors]

Coming soon! 🤓

[@chrismoore600]

This is a very informative tent it's got an old school feel. The last thing I need is another tent but I might have to make an exception. Just have to hide it from the wife.

[@DaleyOutdoors]

Good luck 🤣

[@Leeslost]

Sorry Ben am going to have to watch that video again because I was paying more attention to your gorgeous dog 🐶, I love the way she was trying to give you a kiss 🤙🤙

[@GrizzlyGaz]

Yes laaaaaaaad... Been waiting for this!

[@DaleyOutdoors]

🥳

[@craigrobertson4994]

I prefer the dome style tents but definitely looks the part 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@mikeodonovan7325]

great review well done sir very informative classsssssssssssssss

[@rufusduck71]

Lools like an atko /scarp/ helium cross over . Such a design is great for keeping the weight down but ventilation is the key - especially with sil nylon tents . Hope it holds up to the weather and doesnt suffer too much from sag on those large panels in the wet .

[@Mickoutdoors]

Nice one Ben, I do like the look of this tent, reminds me of the scarp 1 as well, looking forward to see how it fairs for you mate 👍👍

[@DaleyOutdoors]

You and me both! Cheers Mick 👍

[@drsquirrel00]

I'd say this is pretty much the same as the the Hilleberg Akto. I wonder if Robens has sorted out the issue with leaking in that vent above the door zip. (Edit: Okay now I feel dumb, I have thumbnails hidden).

[@kennethcarter5720]

I have family tents from this company. Never let us down. I currently use Robens starlight 1. Never let me down either. It’s a bit compact but I don’t mind that. Been thinking of getting the chaser 1. Still very compact but lighter. I am considering because of the lighter tent would enable me carry a lightweight tarp. My options would allow on through trips a lot of versatility. Looking forward to seeing this tent in action Thanks 🔥

[@southcoastoutdoorsuk6301]

Nice first look , it’s a cracking asking little tent loads of pitching options and it will take some serious wind 117mph ! Hence the slightly longer pitching times but worth it , pitches low to the ground so can be used in most conditions summer and autumn/ winter Cheers for the mentions much appreciated as always! Cheers Col Outdoor Gear Essentials

[@Silas-lf4cc]

It certainly wouldn't cope with winds of 117mph!

[@hypo345]

@@Silas-lf4ccRobens wind test all their tents and the wind speed the tent collapses is published, this is pole deformation and not a broken pole.

[@ktswandering]

Nice tent....but pooch stole the show! What a cutie!

[@DaleyOutdoors]

lol bless her

[@whatsnottohike]

Looks a decent enough tent and big enough for tall people. Don't be put off by the thin material as my Flytop has the same thin floor with 5000 HH and I had a river run undere for a few hours and not a drop came through, but may be worth having a groundsheet in place. Nice and light too but as you say, the real test is in various conditions to see how it holds up but Robens do have a good reputation. Cheers.

[@moorandmoreoutdooradventur7245]

I really hope you get on with your Robens Chaser 2, I had one briefly ! As you elude it’s a bit of a faff to pitch, and your garden is bowling green flat ! When you get your tent out into the hills and real life pitches which are slopped and undulating, you may, like me, find it near impossible to pitch taunt and square ! The amount of tension I had to put into the corners trying to pitch the tent square and taunt was ridiculous, and ultimately I feared failure would occur with either continued repeated use or adverse weather. Thankfully I managed to return mine to the retailer and received a full refund.

[@markmac1964]

I have used the Robens Chaser 2 for 6 nights in varied conditions and it has been superb - the multiple pitching options are fantastic for summer and the shoulder seasons.Lightweight and superb quality and handles high winds admirably ,although I am not foolhardy and would not camp in storm force conditions. It is a great tent and although not Hilleberg price or indeed the perceived " superior quality " of the Hilly, it is still a great 3 season tent.The only negatives for me have been the small (narrow) vestibule, the initially tight pole sleeve and the white guylines,that tend to get tangled too easily and get dirty quickly - would definitely recommend this tent to anyone looking for a lightweight, high quality, reasonably priced wild camping tent for UK 3 season conditions

[@DaleyOutdoors]

Thanks! Good to know. I’m looking forward to taking it out 👍

[@shawnr6117]

Interesting tent but don't know if you can buy it over here.

[@Dr.D00p]

Looks decent but I don't think I could live without the flexibility of a free standing tent.

[@DaleyOutdoors]

I'm not sure if I can yet either, we'll see! 🤣

[@rialobran]

Looks like a decent enough tent, with those guy-lines maybe use some small crabs or S-biners for speed and easy.

[@DaleyOutdoors]

Good idea 👍

[@homeiswhereyoupitchit.]

I've always thought Robens were a reputable brand but, to be honest, although the price is good, I think it's a bit unnecessarily complicated.

[@GearTutorials]

Bought this tent myself recently and have pitched it in the various configurations in the garden (yet to take it for a wild camp). really wanted to get myself a more sturdy tent than my OEX Lynx EV 1 man but couldn't justify the price tag of something like the Fjallraven Abisko lite 2. Saw this for around £250 and couldn't resist. Wish I didn't know you got yours from the same retailer for less though, damn it! 😅 Look forward to getting out in mine and seeing how you get along with yours Ben, cheers Edit: oh and I felt the same regarding the floor fabric, it does feel concerningly thin. I opted to get a generic groundsheet from amazon for extra protection and peace of mind (Clostnature brand), a little extra weight, but preferable than having to repair the tent floor.

[@GearTutorials]

Finally used my Robens Chaser 2 last night on Mardale Ill Bell summit in gusty conditions. Really pleased with how it seemed to just shrug of the wind. Only niggle is it's shame they don't sell a less meshy inner, but still impressed with how it performed! Hope you're enjoying yours Ben

[@maxhilse5438]

Very good presentation on the Chaser 2, helped me choose my future tent. I was particularly impressed by your dog, what breed is that?

[@DaleyOutdoors]

Spaniel x beagle x pug 😆

[@chrisw1090]

I have the Colman Cobra 2, which is very similar in shape, it's not as light as this. I find that the pegs which are the same bend easily. I also think this design does take more pitching time, particularly having to go round and move the guys to get it right. Thanks for the review Ben, as always excellent, I wonder what your assistant thought?

[@DaleyOutdoors]

She loves any tent to be fair. She's not fussy 😆

[@cyrilhaessig27]

Many in the hiking/backpacking community praise OEX, but I must say the Cobra is really under-rated. Great wind resistance, acceptable weight, durable, a decent amount of space inside, all of that at a ridiculously low price point.

[@timporter8886]

Nice tent! When you taking out for a test drive?

[@DaleyOutdoors]

Soon I hope!

[@mphigham1963]

Looks a nice piece of kit that Ben, will you be taking it out any time soon ? 😄😄

[@DaleyOutdoors]

Hope so! Just trying to find a slot that the mrs agrees to 😆

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

I was initially excited about this range when it came out but the full mesh inner with no solid lower part put me right off, summer only option to my mind ?

[@DaleyOutdoors]

Should be ok in colder weather out of the wind I guess. I still haven’t made my mind up on it to be honest. Bit of a weird one 😆

[@Fellmandave1]

Agreed

[@8oyzInTheWoodz]

It's a tent Iv looked at time and time again, I have similar concerns with the fabric though, also just how good the 2000mm HH will actually be, it's good to see a UK review on it as I couldn't find any when I looked, ended up buying the Robens Starlight 1 in the end, HH is 5000 fly 10000 bathtub and only half a kg more in weight, plus I got it at a bargain for £128.

[@DaleyOutdoors]

That is a bargain!

[@garysmith7286]

Great review, let's see how it does in some good old fashioned british weather..lol

[@DaleyOutdoors]

Yep - should be fun! 😆

[@Mike-zm5bf]

Automatic lens cleaner at 2.04? Think I would need more vestibule space to feel safe when cooking in foul weather and also kit storage. Thanks for the quick preview.

[@DaleyOutdoors]

Assistant helping me out 😆

[@TobyOneCanoby]

Will there be an exam on this tent, if so, I will need to go back and take notes? 😂

[@DaleyOutdoors]

Yes. 25 questions. Closed book.

[@mojaslovenija9903]

I have this tent about 1.5 years, using it with warious conditions. The first pitch was traumatic as the manual was very poor, so I used about 1h to pitch it. With the practice I need now about 5 min. To pitch it. It is a decent 1P tent not even cllose to be 2P tent. I am 185 cm tall and there is plenty of space. It standst hi winds but it is very noisy. The ventilation is too good as the wind blows throught even the ventilation window is closed. It is a summer tent, not really 3 season. The price in spring 2022 was 400€.

[@Tanko3691]

Like the colour. Too much mesh for me, do they offer a mostly solid inner? Thats going to be cold and draughty but good for the summer.

[@DaleyOutdoors]

Just the mesh inner as far as I know 🤓

[@benhikescamps]

Looks like they’ve tried to think of everything with the design. Just wondering whether this might deter some people who want to get it up quickly after walking 15,20 miles. Saying that, like the look of pitching options. 🤔

[@DaleyOutdoors]

Practice 🤪

[@colinmurphy2127]

Hey Ben Surely 189km/h = 117mph wind speed ? 🤔

[@martynkellett7261]

The Starlight 2 was my first wildcamping tent. I needed something well made and ‘UK’ winter proof. Ive still got it in my collection and its never let me down. The chaser gives me the impression that maybe its a lighter version of the Starlight. The shape looks exactly the same ?

[@DaleyOutdoors]

Maybe. I haven't seen the starlight so no idea... I'll have a look.

[@martynkellett7261]

@@DaleyOutdoors thanks for the reply. Much appreciated. Loving the channel. Great content and very ‘watchable’. Keep up the good work.

[@lntkernow]

FINALLY someone in the UK made a review of this tent! Been eying it for ages but all the videos I've seen aren't in English or are just set up vids by robens, cheers Ben 🙌

[@DaleyOutdoors]

Hope it was helpful! 👍

[@lntkernow]

@@DaleyOutdoors yeah good video thanks mate, will wait to see how you get on with it "in the wild", after a lightweight tent for when i start the SWCP next summer =]

[@southcoastoutdoorsuk6301]

There will be another review very soon 👍

[@pauldavies9360]

Any up date on this tent dude? Is it a yey or a nay? Prices have shot up compared to what you paid for it mind.

[@DaleyOutdoors]

It’s a nay from me. Nothing against the tent. For me personally it tried to do too many things which resulted in much faffiness 😁

[@rcchronicles25]

Great review. Put me right off it, which is a good thing. 👍

[@DaleyOutdoors]

Glad it was helpful! 👍

[@Four_Furry_Paws]

It’s a Scarpalike! 😂

[@GrizzlyGaz]

Send it to me. I'll test it for you... See if it's Grizz Proof!? 😝

[@DaleyOutdoors]

Doesn’t stand a chance meht

[@GrizzlyGaz]

@@DaleyOutdoors 🤣🤣🤣

[@darrendazzertodd]

Looking a bit like my scarp 1....... The proof is in the pudding 👍

[@DaleyOutdoors]

Sure is. Looking forward to taking it out 👍

[@fraserconnell21]

Do love the way the dog looks you In the eye as if to say, unless you're talking about food dog not give a @#£÷

[@mulreid]

I was looking at this tent for a while but I already have a Vango Cairngorm 200 so I didn't think it was worth getting another similarly designed tent (although this is much lighter). The good thing about the single pole design tents is that they withstand some brutal weather. The sizing on this and similar style tents is silly. They are not 2 man tents, more like 1.5, and the 3 man versions are 2.5. Why don't they just make a true 1, 2 and 3 man versions?

[@DaleyOutdoors]

Good question! 😆

[@markstevenson7884]

Too busy admiring your dog…😂

[@TheGardener54uk]

Is that for 5ft people lol iam 6ft5 I have no chance lol lol

[@DaleyOutdoors]

You’d probably struggle to sit up but length wise should be fine.

[@davidward4827]

I just can’t get along with tunnel tents, you committed to lye down all the time. Great in heavy weather, but not for me

[@Jason-ke2nj]

Ridiculous price

[@DaleyOutdoors]

I know. Bargain right??? 😆

[@CharlieBooker00]

i know their home page is a .de but the company is danish a lot of their designs are interesting but they often fuck them up like having to little space between the inner and outer or that most of their tents have tiny vestibules .... the videos they make are hilarious they have the worst danish accents when they speak english only topped by the guys from nordisk ...... my favorite of the tents with that shape is still the original the hilleberg akto but i kept my old starlight for my nephew and friends to use