Snugpak Scorpion 2 Tent Winter Camping

[@juanlp1978]

I had tested this tent on the hills of Atacama Desert, 5.000 meters of altitude, with strong and cold winds, snow, with -25°C. Excelent tent. Thanks you Snugpak.

[@livingsurvival]

cool, thanks for the comment.

[@hermit6208]

Damn, now I have to look up the Atacama Desert.

[@scotttollefson3500]

Nice to see someone that isn't afraid to camp in the winter.

[@maurirish1]

I love watching these kind of videos. Not that I have ever tried doing that, but it is cool watching people demonstrating such skills!

[@livingsurvival]

thanks Maura.

[@numbereightyseven]

Same.

[@FlakyBootyyGames]

Great, great video! This is exactly what I have been wanting to see about winter camping. All to often presenters carry on and on about some insignificant detail (like setting up the tent or how far they've walked) and ignore the real basics of surviving on a snow floor. I really appreciate your video ...please do more!

[@livingsurvival]

+PuRg3 AlL dAy Gaming thank you!

[@JimmyGilbert-t8k]

I agree 100 percent! All too often, most snow camping videos are consumed with the camper's food and preparation thereof. I watch snow camping videos to learn -- what to do and what not to do. This video is most instructive. Too many snow camping videos take up too much time with eating and/or building a fire. As an adult, I already know how to eat and I really don't need to see someone else eating in order to leard anything about that. What I want is information about preparation for snow camping, equipment and the like. This video hits a homer in that respect. Please make more videos to instruct us neophites. Thank you!

[@dancancade7101]

I've had one for about two years now and have used it in all sorts of conditions in the Pacific Northwest. I've tested it in high winds, heavy rains, and in winter conditions. It's well made and has performed flawlessly with no leakage, condensation, or problems with snow load. I leave the two parts attached as it makes setup easier. I can set it up in under five minutes. I would recommend this tent to anyone needing a lightweight, four season, two person, tent.

[@livingsurvival]

If you see a black screen, switch your mode to 720p. Thanks for watching!

[@themiwoodsman7222]

thanks for the tip I have been getting black screens a lot lately !

[@livingsurvival]

Me too!

[@grizmizzle]

You must have been toasty in there mate! Seems like you had the gear for a lot colder!

[@thebestisyettocome4114]

Five years later and give years older, you're come along way kid! 154K subscribers. Thumbs up 👍

[@PhilipDrown]

You have very good reviews / demos of your kits and equipment. Much thanks! Taking time to thoroughly walk through this these items is so important.

[@05Rudey]

I would like to get hold of one of those hand pumps, I have a similar pad and it takes forever to blow up and I end up with blue lips lol.Nice setup and a very nice tent, all that snow must have added that little bit more insulation. Thanks for sharing.

[@pryzmcat]

Nice video:) I am currently camping out in a plain old walmart ozark trail one person 7 x 5 tent..hehe..I have a thin self inflating matt under me..an old fluffy beat up quilt style sleeping bag to lay on top of..and for covering I am using a wool blanket and a light fleece blanket..I heat it up just a little bit with my propane single mantle lantern( being mindful to ventilate( then I turn that off..then I just light a 3 wick candle in glass and let her burn..being mindful if and when I move around inside. I'm just in a long sleeve shirt and skivvies and alight pair of socks..and..toasty warm in the 18 dollar tent..which is pitched on about 18 inches of Hoosier Indiana snow!..I have this covered with a 10 by 10 tarp..with a stick pushed under the tarp on top of the tent as a type of ridge pole..going across and providng ventilation and warmth at the same time making it rain-proof..:) Probably around 58 to 60 degrees in there..around 20 f outside or a bit less:) Kind of tight to sleep in but meh..it works:)

[@livingsurvival]

Sounds good, I have a UCO candle but didn't test it out to see if it warmed it up any.

[@zsd101]

Great video! Thanks for sharing. Goes to show the truth behind the adage of: buy one person larger tent than you plan to use. A 2-man tent is really a 1+gear, and a 3-man tent is really a comfortable two person tent. I like this tent, and may have to look at getting one for solo winter camping later on. Cheers!

[@livingsurvival]

+zsd101 exactly. always the case it seems.

[@danofiremano]

I'm looking at getting this because it's been on my radar for a long time and the tent I bought last year was a POS Failure! Thanks for the look at this tent.

[@tripeee58]

Nice video.I'm guessing the "2" is denoting it's a two person tent although you look to be the same size as me and I don't see me bunking with another person in there; that would be tight.

[@livingsurvival]

+edward ford tents usually are stated large so 2-person = 1 person/gear.

[@TJackSurvival]

Snugpak makes some quality gear

[@downtownprepper878]

Great video man! I wish I would have had that tent on my three day hike a couple weeks ago! Dropped down to -15 high of 5 and we were in a two season tent. What a world of difference it makes apparently. We woke up and EVERYTHING was frozen inside the tent. Including wet wipes and cliff bars. Figured some tricks to get the night not to suck so much, even though my sleeping bag was only rated to +20 degrees. BUT buying that tent would have been the ultimate trick!! lol Definitely proofs the importance of "the right gear"

[@livingsurvival]

Two season tent will work fine if you get a decent fly for it.

[@downtownprepper878]

LIVING SURVIVAL Well it Definitely "worked Fine", and by that I mean we din't die, lol But after a whole night of rolling around in agony waiting for Bob to show his beautiful freaking light we decided to smart up. We lined our tent with two Military Ponchos and a couple Mylar blankets. Turned our shitty situation into the freaking Ritz! But everything still froze, Warmest we ever got in the tent after all activity seized was about 5 degrees, even with the fly, two ponchos, and two mylar blankets. But you are completely right about the tent working though, we were cold but we stayed alive no problem. I think one of the biggest problems was that the tent was "full" sized. There was too much area inside the tent for us to warm up efficiently.

[@dLimboStick]

29* overnight? Where are you winter camping, in Florida?

[@DAltar]

ferhenheit bud

[@dLimboStick]

DAltar No shit fahrenheit. Must be winter camping in the south somewhere.

[@CodyAsh86]

He's taking ambient temps inside the tent, not outside temps. Those temps represent heat kept by his gear and his body. He stated at the beginning that it was going to be in the teens outside.

[@robertedwards741]

"I'll report back, if I wake up" lol. Crazy bro

[@livingsurvival]

+Robert Edwards haha.

[@TheSgtFruitcake]

Gotta love the Snugpak Tents...I have the Scorpion 3...Just a wee bit bigger....Great solid winter review once more mate...

[@livingsurvival]

Do you still like the Bunker? Thinking of pulling the trigger on one.

[@paulwastaken]

hmmm another nice video, but the tent doesn't look like it would shed snow too well? especially with the pole that wraps around the middle, I guess that would add a bit of insulation though, but where I live it's not uncommon to get 30~50+ cms (20+ inches in a night) so i think the tent would be as flat as a pancake... thanks for sharing though, all the best, Paul.

[@livingsurvival]

20+ inches I agree you would have to brush it off. It does shed on the door portion really well but does hold it towards the rear. Thanks for the comment.

[@shadowdance4666]

Cool gear. How does the tent hold up to a heavy wet snow of around 18". I figured that's about the most snow an overnight sleep before you cleared it up in the morning. To me that's the true test. It's no fun when a tent fails. It happened to me.

[@livingsurvival]

it seems to hold up well.

[@shadowdance4666]

Like how? How much snow? All I saw was a little white powder on it

[@livingsurvival]

shadowdance4666 well i let it sit out for months and got lots of snow on it and it wasn't wet inside. obviously daily you could brush if off.

[@shadowdance4666]

I'd like to see the time lapsed video of that :) Tent durability tests interests me I have an old moss tent that's built like a tank and as heavy. It survived dry through flash floods and heavy snow

[@livingsurvival]

shadowdance4666 I've since sold it and made room for other equipment. The life of a reviewer.

[@themiwoodsman7222]

great little tent ! way bigger inside than it looks outside ! nice sleep system too! thanks for sharing ,,

[@livingsurvival]

thanks for watching!

[@livingsurvival]

Giving the tent an overnight test.

[@andrewmacaulay1585]

It would be a more versatile tent if they made a bug mesh inner for summer time temperatures like hilliberg does for some of there tents. Is the front door bug mesh?

[@johnnyboypdq]

Nice video! Where is your tent fly? This would offer another barrier of insulation keeping the snow off the tent walls. Stay warm!

[@livingsurvival]

It is a fly first construction so the inner is attached, suspended from the inside. Unique design that works great.

[@paulmccutchen7781]

Do you have a video of repacking gear in bad weather. Got caught in a rain storm last summer but was at a campground and just gathered everything up and threw it in the SUV.

[@BrendanHassen]

I'm 5'10", and both my head and feet touch the tent walls in the Scorpion 2 when laying on my back. Bothers the heck out of me. Is there enough room in the bunker so that won't happen? May need to trade up.

[@livingsurvival]

Brendan Hassen A little more room in the Bunker but no vestibule.

[@PaulBuikema]

Anyone who tents in sub zero gets the nod for realness. Nice one.

[@Equip2Endure]

Great video!

[@livingsurvival]

thanks Adam

[@Quadrant14]

Living Survival happy with your test and the tent, might take a serious look at getting one. cheers Chris Australia

[@livingsurvival]

thanks for watching!

[@Quadrant14]

Living Survival your welcome

[@benmckenzie4341]

Could 2 people stay in this tent, Been looking at this for me and the wife. Just not sure if it might be to small or not.

[@livingsurvival]

ben mckenzie two people that like to cuddle yes. just enough room for two.

[@joshmorris5248]

Definitely leave snow on the tent....natures best insulation!! Been in a tent made from two ponchos and candle bellow -20 and was warm!!

[@MRPISSFLAP]

josh morris bullshit

[@sethcat6232]

Living Survival I really want to get into the whole backpack camping scene but there's so many damn options out there. The tent is what I'm having a tough time finding out what's the best for the money. In your opinion what's the best tent for under $250 that can sleep 2 people?

[@livingsurvival]

Seth Catley the best thing is go to a store where they carry tents. feel them out, get a sense for what you would want and then go from there. snugpak, kelty, eureka's military line, mountain hardware, north face, marmot, sierra designs all make good tents.

[@sethcat6232]

Living Survival​ awesome! Thank you

[@caseyclark5392]

I'm getting mine for Christmas this year. Looking forward to using it for hunting. I'm going to camp closer to my hunting spot so I don't have to wake up as early and I can stay out for a couple days giving myself more room for successful hunts.

[@livingsurvival]

thanks for watching.

[@ireland66613]

Awsome video brother got to love winter backpacking.

[@LeonardoSummers]

What a fantastic video with some proper quality outdoor gear keep it up sunshine

[@ricstormwolf]

what kind of pants and jacket are you wearing? They look pretty waterproof and warm.

[@Xphelon]

EXcellent video Man.....Dumb question, but what type of boots and socks were you wearing, I couldn't tell...? And did your feet get cold or all??

[@iamanoobiecheez]

How can you sleep at the temperature of 29F inside the tent? That sounds way too cold.. And if two people were there then it would be a little warmer... What makes this tent better than some generic brand tents from Walmart? I'm new to tents so plz enlighten me thanx

[@livingsurvival]

+iamanoobiecheez pole quality and nylon quality. waterproofing ability. and that's warm ... below zero is cold.

[@iamanoobiecheez]

Living Survival Oh ic thank you

[@UrbanTacticalSurvival]

believe it or not you should not shake off the snow from your tent it acts like an installation layer , I do like your videos so keep up the good work .

[@russellclendenon6644]

Now your talking..your the real deals ...thumbs up..

[@snipes3234]

you should try having the uco candle running all night. See if the temp go's up a bit and or feels warmer..

[@josephdupont]

Very nice what did that set-up cost? How do you think that would work in a truck camper shell?

[@zitiello100]

what pegs did you use and method of use of the pegs. any tips please. Regards Francesco

[@THENEWWRANGLER]

Is that tent black out? Ie if you had a light going inside would the tent light up like a glowing orb? Or be blacked Out like the tcop tent?

[@equaliser2265]

Snow cover on the tent adds to insulation, as long as its a small covering.

[@michaelvargo7939]

Hey Ben, thanks for all the great videos! I've heard that if you are 6 ft tall the scorpion 2 is a bit of a tight squeeze. What's your opinion on this? Does a 6' person have at least some head/foot room when lying down? Thanks man!

[@ericb.4358]

I have the old The North Face Tadpole tent with that same pole design. It is not the best design for winter camping B/C heavy snow collects on the back area and builds up, weighting down the roof. Don't ask how I know... With your X-Ped down filled pad you should not need the Thermarest Ridgerest closed call pad until temps reach -10 F.

[@ivarwb4115]

Nice video. Makes me look forward to the winter again. And it's only July 4th yet!

[@buddylight2191]

Is there room for some sort of a heater in this tent?

[@livingsurvival]

If you were by yourself there is room, also in the vestibule part. It is small enough though that it shouldn't really be needed unless in very extreme conditions.

[@buddylight2191]

Thanks

[@mpatrickthomas]

I wanted to see a basic emergency video where you have nothing but a pocket tent with thermal blanket.Both that can fit easily in a jacket pocket

[@johnmcclane7967]

Where can I get one of theses with extreme cold weather winter and snow and wind proof

[@zepplyledson9622]

You do some nice videos! ?4U ; Whats the weight on that, compared to the Snugpak Bunker 4 season?

[@livingsurvival]

Zepply Ledson 1-2 lbs lighter I think.

[@zepplyledson9622]

Thats not bad at all. Thanks!

[@zepplyledson9622]

Living Survival Thats not bad at all. Thanks!

[@MidWesti]

awesome tent. looks spacious too

[@mic7635]

There's room for 2 people + bags in there?

[@donaldwortham2409]

How is it holding up good for a few or years

[@victorbrea6763]

Hi, nice sleeping system but I have the same Sport utility blanket,from SOL and I cannot understand that strong solvent/paint smell.. Has anyone noticed that and knows if it is healthy to breath that in a closed tent?

[@livingsurvival]

It does go away but I got a different one instead.

[@victorbrea6763]

@@livingsurvival Could you tell me which one you use instead, I'm following your system because is the best i saw until now.

[@livingsurvival]

@@victorbrea6763 ust survival blanket/tarp 2.0 on Amazon

[@victorbrea6763]

@@livingsurvival Thanks!!

[@clevelandexplorer2221]

why do you remove the snow buddy? thanks for sharing :)

[@speedracer6647]

I had the idea to use my little tent this size and bring along a 3 wick candle I keep inside a Christmas tin with holes moddifying it with a couple plastic tubes to toss the C0 outside the tent, and draw combustion air in.

[@MLochMusic]

10 degrees?? It looks bloody freezing. Litrally

[@bb38313]

should have left snow on tent it's a great insulation

[@vTRage]

+Ray Britt really??

[@death299]

+vTRage yes and no... snow if a fantastic insulator but leaving snow on your tent increases the chances of condensation in your tent and given you do not know how much it will snow it can ultimately end up snowing enough to collapse the tent

[@iamanoobiecheez]

+josh spradling - Snow is hollow it's pretty light I don't think it will collapse the tent. More like it will support the tent.

[@death299]

iamanoobiecheez you'd be surprised It collapses roofs on a fairly regular basis that are actually designed and required to be built to hold such loads For instance an indoor sports arena had one collapse earlier this year (well partially) And idiot hikers have had to be saved for the same reason (refusal ro remove the snow) When it comes to things that can kill you..it's best to err on the side of caution

[@NewConfucius]

i've read that it's a little too short for a medium size guy on it's back. what do you think about it?

[@livingsurvival]

I'm 5'10" and it was long enough for me with inches to spare.

[@adamgatrell7026]

Which bag was that because I have the Bear Grylls 45 extended day pack. Is it similar to yours? Please reply quick. Thanks 👍

[@livingsurvival]

Mountain Hardware 55

[@tristonhornbeck1010]

What company makes your sleeping pad with the hand pump

[@rolflmaoweeee]

Whats the point in going out camping in the middle of winter?

[@toastrecon]

Should probably put the thermarest mat on top of the inflatable one. The inflatable one won't insulate as well, but it will keep you off of the snow.

[@harrisonblackwood2378]

Great video but I would like to see it tested with a normal loadout not all the comforts of home. Also info on weight packed and set up dimensions etc would have been nice. Keep up the good work.

[@Plantagenaut]

Think about a video that compares different products. I enjoyed this, as I do just about all the winter camping videos. Keep up the good work!

[@livingsurvival]

thanks Dan.

[@AdirondackBadger]

Awesome video. Looks like a great tent. What kind of watch is that?

[@koapualii14]

What is this tent called an how much was this tent ?

[@adventureswithfrodo2721]

it is confusing. is it a single wall as it appears or a double wall tent?

[@livingsurvival]

+Tim Barton single wall with a liner that hangs under so you could call it a double wall i guess.

[@zachary52721]

What was the inflatable downpad called? I want to see if I can get one.

[@livingsurvival]

EXPED Down Mat 5 Great product!

[@Enorkyeoj]

That hook by your feet is for a battery operated fan, for ventilation.

[@livingsurvival]

Awesome, thanks for the tip!

[@MrRayMac1963]

Ben, great real world review! Question, I need to add a free standing tent to my load out for winter camps. I'm torn between Snugpak's Scorpion and Bunker. Its just me and my son. I'm only 5'9" but how do they compare in head room? is the vestibule worth the trade off in total interior space storage space?

[@livingsurvival]

It's a toss up really. More room in the Bunker and more like a traditional tent but head space is the same in both and wiht the scorpion you can keep your wet stuff in the vestibule. Go for the Scorpion 3 and then you will have best of both worlds as the 2 is really tight with 2 people.

[@116RonH]

What about summertime camping. Is there enough ventilation to be comfortable or would it get really humid?

[@livingsurvival]

+Ron Hernandez I wouldn't probably use it in REALLY hot areas but has enough ventilation for everything else.

[@zarkokrisak3423]

treba reci da kada te sneg zaveje da je temperature uvek veca nego nego na vetru kisi isuvom vremenu!!!! ipravite me! ukoliko gresim!!??

[@MrDieseltwitch]

What's with the thermarest pad and the down pad? I use the same air/down pad for my normal backpacking

[@livingsurvival]

+Brian A (DieselTwitch) more insulation from the ground and so the down pad doesn't get a hole in it.

[@leonardgenovese7726]

What kind of backpack is that

[@gchacon316]

Good video. Good gear. Gonna do some winter camping this year and you gave me a couple ideas... Thanks

[@livingsurvival]

The Woodsman Awesome, thanks for the comment and watching.

[@Lellobeetle]

Does the snow accumulation on the exterior help insulate the tent any?

[@livingsurvival]

Lellobeetle Yes it does, just have to make sure it can breathe though to cut down on condensation.

[@mattmaleyd.c.4047]

How big are you? I'm 6 foot 230lbs, just getting a gauge on how much room I'd have. I have a 100 lb dog i'd like to take with me.

[@livingsurvival]

5'10

[@wildcampingthehaggishunter2198]

I have the same tent but my loop is at the head end Mabe yours was sawn on the wrong end

[@jasonsmith6408]

I was thinking it was a loop to hook sleepin bag to? ??

[@bretnye6228]

Maybe China version

[@akeeperofoddknowledge4956]

Excellent video, Ben! I am trying to decide between the Ionosphere and the Scorpion II. Any thoughts on this?

[@livingsurvival]

Scorpion II has a little more room I believe.

[@akeeperofoddknowledge4956]

Thanks for your quick response!

[@bob_the_bomb4508]

A Keeper Of Odd Knowledge Hi! The problem with the Ionosphere is that it has to be built from the inside out...i.e. Inner first with the rain fly added last. This is ok if you're putting it up in good weather but a right b*****d if you need to put it up when it's already raining. The Scorpion can be put up flysheet first or even as an 'all in one' tent, which are much better options for arduous conditions.

[@akeeperofoddknowledge4956]

Bob_the_Bomb ; Thank you for your insight and quick response! THAT is definitely food for thought, and does add points in favor of the Scorpion. Thanks again!

[@uncatila]

How would you stack this tent up against the hillberg soulo?

[@thomasfranks6054]

Was that a Suunto watch?

[@livingsurvival]

Yes, the core.

[@stillbill7635]

I'm undecided between this tent and the bunker I can only afford one which one do you suggest?

[@livingsurvival]

+Still Bill bunker has more room for two.

[@whitter86]

What kind of watch is that?

[@RViscara]

That is odd that they dont have the hook up at the higher end of the tent. I see so many tents that dont have a hook or loop by the head end of the tent or any where in the tent. Its nice to hang ones head lamp or button battery L.E.D flashlight or (Torch for you English folks) above your head in the tent while you read a bit before bedtime which is something I like to do.

[@livingsurvival]

Agreed.

[@darkcatt5266]

Do you have a complete gear list?

[@livingsurvival]

i am going to make a winter gear video soon

[@keithshwalbe6981]

Thank you for your helpful and honest views.

[@kayannchar1435]

Have you tested that tent with any sort of heat source? How did it do?

[@jimmygilbert3414]

Great video. The contents are great. What we're looking for.

[@BluegrassBushcraft]

Great video bro. Got yourself a new sub. What part of Michigan are you in? Thanks for sharing. Robert

[@livingsurvival]

East Lansing & thanks!

[@BluegrassBushcraft]

Cool bro. I've been there a few times. I lived in Jackson for a while. I still have a brother there and a sister in Springarbor and a niece in monroe.

[@jacksonbob9843]

Would you recommend this tent over the hillemberg tent please respond back I am curious just because winter is coming up and i need a new tent for winter camping.

[@livingsurvival]

I have never reviewed the hillemberg but lots have compared it. This tent works great for me, I believe the other is more expensive. Maybe I will try to get one to review.

[@aHigherPower]

What back pack are you using? I'm having a hell of a time finding a pack that fits me due to my size. I just now considered if if I'm wearing heavy winter clothing. lol

[@justinpackard5148]

would you say this tent could fit two men? I'm looking for a good option for winter camping for two, deciding between this and the bunker, what would you recommend?

[@blackwolf721000]

Which DownMat model are you using there?

[@livingsurvival]

EXPED 5

[@blackwolf721000]

Thanks for the quick reply. :)

[@srichey221]

What kind of pack you sporting?

[@ShivaCVIII]

How did you find the length, I've heard it a big short for a 6 footer?

[@ryanpierce6178]

Curious what watch that is lol

[@cleavenicolefernandez9413]

what backpack are you using? link please

[@Phoenixspin]

If you wake up?

[@kalpoulard6313]

Phoenixspin ...:) I heard it too and started laughing...great video