Interesting review and very useful. Katarin and I have used one recently and to be honest we found there were condensation problems big time with the two of us inside, that apart from all the things you said too. We are neither of us short (I am 6' 1'' and Katarin 5' 11''') so you can imagine the space available, especially when we had to laden Bergens too - lol good job we are very good friends. Only glad we had not bought it and only had it issued for 3 nights. Take care, stay well and stay safe and the very best of all seasonal greetings. Helen with Kat and Terri with Robyn.
@frogmaster838 ай бұрын
Thanks for that Helen. Its well made but I just don't like the design. I think I would have had more usable space in my Backwoods bungalow. Merry Christmas to you all. x
@kenthecat47692 ай бұрын
I've just realised, after spending way too long looking at both tents, that I'm pretty certain this is basically a green Berghaus Brecon 2 with a slightly different inner tent (the bunker has no porch and is instead a '3 person' tent (it's not, it was a squeeze with me and my 6 and 9 year old). The drawings of both tents show very similar dimensions, 5cm bigger here, 5cm smaller there, enough to be within tolerance the same, and the Brecon has the same 2 doors despite specs online saying it only has the one (I found pics of a Brecon with both doors open). I had a Bunker for a couple of years and it was extremely stable, but sold it because it was a tad short for me (but perfectly livable). I've just bought a Brecon 2, and I'll eat my hat if it's not basically the same tent for less than half the price.
@ralphwelsman99898 ай бұрын
Honest review, punchy and to the point. That opening does seem a tad small. I've got to say I do like your choice of boots in your last couple of vids. Keep up the work JB.
@frogmaster838 ай бұрын
Cant beat a pair of riggers when its cold and muddy. 😁
@eddiejefferies36598 ай бұрын
A very clear and concise clip. 😊 Whilst I like Snugpak as brand, I certainly wouldn't entertain the idea of owning one of these tents.
@frogmaster838 ай бұрын
Yep, its not one I would buy.
@simonbradshaw72808 ай бұрын
Once again many thanks for a great review on this bit of kit, these reviews save me a fortune in what and what not to buy 😊
@frogmaster838 ай бұрын
My pleasure, I enjoy filming them.
@leebarton11438 ай бұрын
I have this Tent and its Brilliant in Heavy Winds and Torrential Rain. It does have its problems but it's still a great Tent...
@frogmaster838 ай бұрын
No doubt, its very well constructed.
@Nick.Romanidis8 ай бұрын
The missing porch is a serious problem. Nice review!
@frogmaster838 ай бұрын
Yes, its a must for me if spending this much money.
@noblewolf56398 ай бұрын
Good review Jim-Bob; the way I use my tents including this one is after you empty your 50 or 70 liter ruck you place the ruck under your head with an inflatable pillow on top.
@frogmaster838 ай бұрын
If I emptied my bag, the would be gear all over the place. 😁
@Kenbur8 ай бұрын
Thanks for posting. Not much use for small tents anymore(too old to crawl in and out of easily/conveniently). But am always curious about how/why they design the newer ones and IF they would be something to even consider. This appears to make my "not for me" list also. I often wonder where they get their "size" classification because I haven't found many tents that aren't 1/2 the size of what the manufacturers like to "classify" their tents as over the last couple of decades.
@frogmaster838 ай бұрын
Yep, the "man sizing" is a bit of a joke.
@lauriebloggs83917 ай бұрын
Excellent review, balanced and well presented, thank you. Separate from this, I do feel Snugpak have sat on their laurels of late, and several items they market, some of which I have, need updating, all the more so at Snugpaks pricing levels?
@frogmaster837 ай бұрын
Thanks for that. 👍I agree for this sort of money I expected more. Build quality was good, but the design itself needs looking at.
@dougdixonhull8 ай бұрын
Great review. I always take what manufacturers say with a pinch of salt. I have the Vango Banshee 300 (three person) for two people plus gear. My Banshee 2 person for solo camps. My wife would say unless it has two bedrooms and you can stand in it, it's to small😂. But that's another story
@frogmaster838 ай бұрын
I agree, a lot of the claims are pie in the sky.
@stevesmith57178 ай бұрын
Good honest review
@frogmaster838 ай бұрын
Thanks Steve. 👍
@71simonforrester8 ай бұрын
It looks like a "father and son" tent to me. Ideally it would be great for two teenagers, but what teenagers could afford it? Good to see Snugpak's reputation for quality is upheld though
@frogmaster838 ай бұрын
Agreed. Father and son or one man and a dog, perfect size.
@garysmith72868 ай бұрын
Great, honest review. Wonder how you would feel using it on the side of a hill, with the wind and rain?😮
@frogmaster838 ай бұрын
Good question!
@AdventureswithJeffandMeeka8 ай бұрын
I still prefer my f2. Sleeping wonky is not for me. Was that Marc's voice I heard in the background? If it was, I would have loved to hear you tell him to shut it for a bit. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and yours.
@frogmaster838 ай бұрын
Yes it was, he was filming that weekend too.
@joschmoyo45328 ай бұрын
Doors are way to small. It's a Gizmo tent without any worthwhile Gizmo's. So many reinventions of the wheel to grab market share with a new take.
@frogmaster838 ай бұрын
Yep, you cant beat some of the old school designs.
@joschmoyo45328 ай бұрын
@@frogmaster83 I remember the old tent poles. Two piece light timber with aluminium joining collar. Simple and strong.
@stevesj808 ай бұрын
Have two sleeping bags from Snugpak and while they look good they are not as warm as they say they should be. Really disappointed with them.
@frogmaster838 ай бұрын
Only the high end bags are UK made, the rest come out of China. 😒
@joseligeiro8 ай бұрын
That tent reminds me of the USMC Marine Corps 2 Man Combat Tent. The doors are on the big pannel. Is this one a copy with a few changes?
@frogmaster838 ай бұрын
Could well be. 👍
@kennethwilson86338 ай бұрын
Could you camp more in the French F2 tent ??? Have fun stay safe.
@frogmaster838 ай бұрын
Planning to soon. I have a winter underblanket to try out on one of the hammocks, and I also want to get the Backwoods Bungalow out again soon.
@BurtonOutdoors8 ай бұрын
I've never understood all the hype about Snugpak gear... I'm not a fan personally, especially with all the "ambassadors" bigging it up all the time. That entrance is terrible IMO for such a large tent. And deffo not a 3 man...🤷🏼♂️
@frogmaster838 ай бұрын
I agree Lee. Far from perfect and you could get better from Onetigris for half the money.
@RootsLion8 ай бұрын
utterly reccomend d insulated poncho liner jus not d stuff sack comes in... lol
@rachaelwyatt7548 ай бұрын
Now I remember why I call that company "slugpak"
@frogmaster838 ай бұрын
Funny you say that, I had to flick a slug off the door before getting in at one point. 😂
@rachaelwyatt7548 ай бұрын
I will be honest here and say that in my own opinion "Slugpak" have always tried to emulate army kit and always missed the mark. Over priced for what they offer. My LGM had 2 full size cots in it and the only issue was the floor could have been tougher. We sat on the cots and ate while we drank coffee but then again what would you expect for £35.00. Maybe we will add a footprint. :)
@tubefreakmuva3 ай бұрын
Thanks that was really helpful. What would you say is your choice of tentncor price and useability? Cheers
@frogmaster833 ай бұрын
Depends on what you need and price.
@tubefreakmuva3 ай бұрын
@@frogmaster83 well, something similar to the bunker in price and useability?
@frogmaster833 ай бұрын
@@tubefreakmuva this is cheaper and more practical in my opinion. www.onetigris.com/en/scaena-backpacking-tent.html
@tubefreakmuva3 ай бұрын
@@frogmaster83 Thanks that was great
@frogmaster833 ай бұрын
@@tubefreakmuva here to help my friend. 👍
@josht.m96978 ай бұрын
one man and his kit be about right , like you said bigger doors its what's needed but in the mean time you keep it ill keep my tarp 😎 sod no place to put your boots tho dude
@frogmaster838 ай бұрын
Yep, its not very well thought out.
@josht.m96978 ай бұрын
its why i said keep it lol plus a tent shouldn't cost that much @@frogmaster83
@frogmaster838 ай бұрын
@@josht.m9697 I agree, thankfully its not mine. 😁😁
@RootsLion8 ай бұрын
aah man love the sence of humour on the niggles with d features or missings ect gd vid heheh ... 2 its a 2 man hobbit tent eh lol w no flippin porch shamefull lol
@frogmaster838 ай бұрын
You should of seen the bits I cut from the video. 😂