The Tent That Started it All, the Backpack I'm Drooling Over

Gear in this video:
01:02 MSR Hubba Hubba 3P:
12:55 Waymark Lite 50L pack (on sale): bit.ly/3Gu2OBk
20:22 Uco 3n1 Spork: bit.ly/3EhclsS
21:49 Right On Trek meal: bit.ly/3EkLdce
22:05 Jetboil 1.5L Ceramic Pot: bit.ly/3hmPrIK
In this week's Fresh Gear Friday I'm opening up the MSR Hubba Hubba 3 Person tent, an update on my longtime favorite tent that I lived out of while I trekked South America. Plus, I'm looking at the Waymark Lite 50L pack, which is best suited for ultra-light style backpacking, and some fun cooking items. This week's backpacking and hiking gear is for you!
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Cook pot: bit.ly/3tdCZ23
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Hiking Socks: bit.ly/3VDYGU3
Rain Jacket: bit.ly/3JGoOYU
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Down Puffy Jacket (warm!): bit.ly/32Jn5Sb
Down Puffy Jacket (lightweight):
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[@FlufLord]

I love this format. Feels more like me and my buddies talking about our gear setups and how we use them. Keep up the great work!

[@seanogrady5093]

Never apologize for the bestest of dogs ❣️🐕 I love your videos all of them!! The long form are by far my favorite, an I'm stocked to see the msr hubba hubba on your channel an I may go back to it!! Keep up the amazing work an thank you!

[@BackpackingTV]

haha Kovu is the best dog! And thanks, glad to hear you enjoy the long form. I like making them this way, so that works out!

[@Jonhikes]

The backpack reminds me of the REI flash 55 that I bought this fall for thunder river @ $200 with very similar features its a steal! Love the spork, I've had one of those for a couple of years. I'll have to check out the meals, I'm always on the lookout for good backpacking meal options. Keep up the good work!

[@BackpackingTV]

Thank you Jon! Solid deal on the pack!

[@generationdink]

Really happy that you featured a Waymark pack in this video. There are many discussions in r/ultralight about UL fabric; Dyneema vs X-pac vs Robic. I’m no scientist, but Ecopak fabric is 100% recycled polyester, made without solvent based glues, and offers a solid balance of weight, weather resistance, and rigidity for cost. I’d argue there’s value in that balance of properties. Great review, hope to see the channel feature more cottage industry makers and gear! 😃

[@jmorrison5206]

Color is nice, actually.

[@Beardedbackpacker]

I love my MSR hubba hubba tent. My go to tent when I want extra space over a 1p tent. Handled a crazy thunderstorm on the AT on an exposed ridge in the Roan Highlands area. Blasted with wind and rain flexing the tent all night long and not a scratch on it. Won me over for sure that night!

[@BackpackingTV]

For the win! Yeah my old Hubba Hubba withstood some crazy storms in Patagonia a few years back.

[@internetn]

Color looks great on that tent!

[@briantsang1831]

Very infomative video - I suggest that you use a much higher f-stop for the selfie shots since anytime you motioned or tried to point out features of the tent, they were out of focus. Those shots were also really shaky!

[@maxinemead8918]

I have this edition of the tent -- the color is slowly growing on me. :)

[@Arvutimaailm]

Darker colors are best for tents. Having a bright red or orange tent feels like a brothel in the morning when the sun comes up :D

[@ryan92084]

sounds like a good morning to me

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

Your tent is so much nicer than my old A-frame aluminum poled tent that I took backpacking in the 1970’s! My hands would get filthy from the bare aluminum. The separate rain fly worked really well.

[@BackpackingTV]

The advancements even from the 90's when I started backpacking are crazy. And yeah it's a nice tent!

[@mendyviola]

For an economical equivalent tent to the MSR Hubba Hubba 2 person tent (nearly identical design) check out the NatureHike Mongar 2, and if you need extra space get the add-on vestibule. The tent itself is

[@stevenperron3619]

My Hubba-hubba 2P got me all the way from Georgia to Maine. Never an issue of any kind. The bathtub was literally floating one time when I made the mistake of setting up in a ravine before a flash flood. No water came through! A little heavy in today's market - but I consider it "good weight", for sure.

[@OutsideChronicles]

Do you have the Easton poles? Any splintering problems?

[@stevenperron3619]

@@OutsideChronicles I'm not sure about the poles. I believe they are aluminum, not carbon, and I did not have an issue with them. I did the AT in 2010, so they have made design changes since then.

[@OutsideChronicles]

@@stevenperron3619 Thanks, those would not be the new style, they came out in 2022. Congrats on the AT!

[@lanjoh06]

Love the format. Love the idea. Love that you’re reviewing this tent. I remember MSR was an early sponsor of yours back in the day and wondered if you were still a fan. Hope this tent doesn’t disappoint. I just purchased the hubba hubba 1 and look forward to your future thoughts!

[@Olyphoto7]

Nice job Eric. Have you ever done a second hand gear video. Thinking back to when I started backpacking and had to scrape up money mowing lawns or other teenage stuff. It would be cool to have you share what the second hand market is like in today’s world.

[@PhilAndersonOutside]

There have been two issues with the Hubba Hubba 2/3, and a few of the MSR tents that use the Easton Psyclone poles. First is that several people have gotten slivers from the poles. The other is that a few tents had the taped seams come loose. I own this tent and have a video on my channel showing how to remedy both of these issues.

[@peterfagley772]

Great information as always, I use both the MSR 2 person and 3 person tents, excellent performance to date!

[@OutsideChronicles]

Do you have the Easton poles? Any splintering problems?

[@BackcountryExposure]

Stoked you’re enjoying the LITE! It should be noted that the LITE has been updated for 2023. Thanks for sharing dude!

[@BackpackingTV]

hey hey! Good to know! What are the differences on the 2023 version?

[@pathfinder3175]

Did you know that a Hubba Hubba 1 fits inside the Hubba Hubba 3? It's amazing camping in thunderstorms.

[@russellmerriman4905]

I looove my OG 2P MSR Green Hubba Hubba it has lasted for a decade. That gear shed is 🔥 too!

[@BackpackingTV]

Green?! Nice! Yeah I was very sad when my tried and true ol' Hubba Hubba was stolen out of my car. Boo Hiss!

[@russellmerriman4905]

@@BackpackingTV Ouch that sucks! Yah the old school green color was so much better than the yellow orange one. I thought I had lost mine this summer. Had to cancel a couple of trips and then I looked in the most random place in the garage and found it.

[@robynroamsoutdoors]

Love my MightyMo stove. The skillet is top notch and so easy to clean. Makes me want to use it at home. I am interested in the pot system. Dogs make great companions on the trail. I too would like to see a video on his setup that you use for him.

[@glenndorsey9068]

I’m with you on load lifters on packs. I think they make a big difference.

[@BackpackingTV]

they make such a huge difference!

[@lisasdayoff503]

We love 💕 the doggo. Don't have to apologize

[@BackpackingTV]

haha he's the star!

[@xnbomb]

MSR bought the hub technology when they acquired Walrus (well, who bought what is more convoluted than that, but that is the short version). Walrus' three way hubs weren't quite so elegant, but neither were MSR's at first. Modern MSR tents are basically a fusion of technologies and design from Moss and Walrus, with some new elements sprinkled in ...

[@therealchickentender]

I think the color is awesome. 😅

[@johnschmalbach8243]

Could I suggest another pack in the future that fits the same purpose as the Waymark but that I think you would love? The Six Moons Designs Swift X. I think you will love it because it's light at ~40oz, and has the running vest style harness you appreciate so much from the Mystery Ranch Bridger series. I actually ordered the Bridger 35 because I wanted something smaller, than the SMD's total of 51 Liters, for overnighters and weekend trips. That runners style vest has been a game changer for me and I don't think I am ever turning back.

[@arthurrsaker8893]

Atom packs : the atom plus 50 ltrs,has 2 shoulder pockets as standard, large enough for 8 Snickers bars or a large cell phone,or a 750 ml bottle. Side buckets, 2.5 ltrs each as standard. Additional 5 ltrs in front stretch pocket. Excellent belt pockets as add ons. Weighs in at 23 ounces. That's for a ready made. Customised, hand made to measure versions available to order. Impeccable craftsmanship whether ready made or custom. Kicks every other pack I've had right into the weeds. Check it out for a better description and complete info.

[@habituallinestepper8839]

That dog is the best. No offense Eric he stole the show. ❤

[@KristiinaKasepaluHarakas]

Good format yep

[@cgtt22]

Agree with the colour. I prefer white or old MSR OG yellow.

[@markmorariu5588]

review decathlon 1 person and 2 person tents, i think they are called MT900

[@stephenprice7502]

My only concern would be my backpack getting wet if left in the vestibule and it's raining. The lack of floor covering in the vestibule seems a bit of an oversight to me.

[@sharingmatters]

Right of the bat, I like your sense of humour :)

[@kentrails]

Nice video - goes to show that backpacking, like most things, is different to each individual. None of the gear from today is anything I would be interested, especially the Jetboil - but I love seeing what’s out there all the same and thank you for making the content. Hope you enjoy the Hubba 3!

[@BackpackingTV]

Thanks Ken! I appreciate it!

[@sarahcrandall6290]

My fav backpack is still the northern ultralight bag. 👌🏼

[@BackpackingTV]

I haven't used those yet! They look great though!

[@DarrenYee]

Great video Eric and I love seeing your dog! There's a backpacking video idea for you. What gear do you bring for your dog and what is his favorite trail food, lol

[@BackpackingTV]

Right on Darren thanks for the suggestion!

[@russellzauner]

Wish some hikers would demo Vibram FiveFingers Heavy Duty: Spyridon EVO Medium Duty: V-Trail 2.0 Light Duty: V-Alpha I have three pairs of V-Trail 2.0 and wear them year round everywhere. (yes, they make toe socks from merino wool and other types of performance fabrics/materials).

[@mikeroy6713]

Can’t wait for the rain test!

[@eflickgmailcom]

You forgot to show the best part of all MSR tents. The "Stuff Sack" I wish my Nemo had a bag as easy to use as the MSR tents. I've been trying to get one like it and haven't been able to.

[@trailheadjunkie]

You’re right about everything is so darn expensive. 😢 I only buy my gear during sales especially Black Friday. But I got this new version earlier this season for $320 😎

[@BackpackingTV]

ooh score!

[@masonfoskey7215]

Those uco sporks are at my local Walmart camping section for 5$. I love those too, lightweight but very durable and practical

[@BackpackingTV]

Nice! That's a great deal!

[@Rudy2k5]

You really should try the Nemo Aurora 2p. It's a fantastic tent! very spacious and the blue one is very flashy haha ;)

[@BackpackingTV]

haha thanks for the tip!

[@ShoreshHaweel]

The civilian tent floating cloud 2 tent is my first choice, not the so-called luxury tent.

[@wolfoutdoorscanada]

Love the brown !!! Camo is awesome !!!

[@BackpackingTV]

some people definitely prefer it!

[@FRIGHTLINERDELUX]

Nothing like being UP STAGED - photo bombed by your dog LOL :)

[@BackpackingTV]

haha right?! Kovu is the real star here.

[@leifandersson8754]

The good changes with the Hubba Hubba new version according to me. Inner tent with roof storage space and different divison reagrding mesh and the white fabric. But not sure if I like the new kind of doors and zippers. Except for that and the cyclone poles that, at least earlier, were not included for tents sold in Europe I prefer the old version. The army/forest green colour was ideal according to me while the new one is not. Also as mentioned the ventilation solution looks strange and seems much better on the old version.

[@BackpackingTV]

I appreciate your analysis here, thanks!

[@whicks3]

The high pockets are there to hold your light source at night

[@kimb8348]

Like the format!

[@OutsideChronicles]

Did you find any issues with the poles splintering? I am looking to get the Hubba Hubba 2p and it seemed early customers had issues with the Easton poles splintering. Not sure if it has been resolved.

[@middleagednzbackpacker7168]

I had this issue with the version we get in New Zealand, quite badly swollen fingers. Apparently they now wipe the eastern cyclone poles down before they sell them.......I went Sea to Summit Telos 3+ as couldn't take that risk again

[@neilsonsean]

Good review, one thing I would say is that I was looking to see how big the floor space is, visually because i know the measurements but i'd like to see it. Didn't provide that, poke your head in there and show the entire floor?

[@IdRatherBeHiking]

Nero Zero makes a good tent, they have a 3 person one for $350. I have a review on the 2 person one, no way to do 2 people + dog in the 2 person.

[@wl6558]

Eric! Love this. I don’t suppose you would want to make a few videos specifically for couples who want to backpack together? I know I/we would love it.

[@BackpackingTV]

For sure! Kristi said yes to me on a backpacking trip so I can probably rope her into doing at least a couple more videos in the future. Anything in particular you want to see?

[@jacksteelo7989]

@BackpackingTV Sharing the weight would be a good one. I'm planning on taking my young sons with me, and I'm curious who should carry what in their pack. Also, what about double sized sleep pads? Are they worth it? Double sleeping bags etc. Thanks Eric. I found you from Dan.

[@wl6558]

@@BackpackingTV yeah!!! That double bed from zen bivi looks aaaawful tempting. Also any tips to keep the erm less enthusiastic partner into it. You rule! Love your channel.

[@GenX_outdoors]

@@BackpackingTV Congrats on the engagement! Kristi is precious and I'd love to see more of her reviews on gear and hiking/camping tips for women. I thought her backpack review in a previous vid was super helpful. My husband and I hike/paddle/camp with our dog, so I also love the suggestion of trip planning with a pup along.

[@jacobspero]

Yeah, they totally just hiked the price up. Probably heard what you said.😂

[@daleroyse4522]

Great video

[@jonathan0o0dawKins]

MSR should really consider abandoning that colour, ugk. The colour was my deciding factor why I bought the Copper Spur instead.

[@JarradShaw]

Love it

[@erict5878]

Hi Eric! This is Eric! I am looking for a 2 person tent although I am a solo hiker, because I like the extra room for my gear in bad weather. I am looking for one that has an overhead place to put my head lamp and enough vestibule space so my pack etc. is covered and I prefer a door on both sides that is NOT "D" shaped. Also needs to be a small pack down size and 3lb or less AND under $4oo. Any ideas? I am 73 and I love my comfort things and I don't do major mi/day....2-3 season is fine as my bod wont take very cold weather. I live in California and do most of my backpacking in the eastern Sierras

[@Erik_The_Viking]

Jetboil FTW! I've been a happy user of their cooking systems for years. I have their other 1.5 liter pot which works well for groups.

[@BackpackingTV]

yeah this would be a good pot for cooking for 2+. The more I use it the more I like it.

[@flynnstone3580]

I like your gear reviews better, some people like to rip tents and backpacks to shreds.

[@GenX_outdoors]

Great format. Been shopping for a 3p tent and found the Marmot Tungsten UL 3p for a super deal of $336. I believe you have that tent too. Curious your thoughts on the comparison between Hubba Hubba 3p and Tungsten UL 3p?

[@BackpackingTV]

Yes I do have the Tungsten UL 3P and it's been a great tent. If you can pick that one up for that price I'd definitely save the money. The Hubba Hubba is a little lighter, but not worth the extra $200 for a couple ounces.

[@bellad.3435]

Sorry MSR - pea soup/mustard color is absolute deal-breaker. Please go back to grey/white! (love your doggie)

[@SUPMyRace]

Nice work with the format, really watchable and informative. Super-cool dog. But please can you give metric units in the captions.

[@BackpackingTV]

thank you! And yes I will try make the units in metric too. Sorry about that!

[@iamdew]

3:56 Kovu approved 😁

[@franziskaklaren4557]

Hi there, thanks for the fun video :) I am wondering if it is possible that you were talking about the MSR Mutha Hubba? As far as I know the "Hubba Hubba" is the 2-person-tent of the MSR Hubba Line and the Mutha Hubba is the 3-person-tent... Bests, Franziska

[@ashfanman]

How are you getting on with the Hubba Hubba? If you had to choose between it and the Copper Spur, which would you go for and why?

[@BackpackingTV]

I really like it but I think the Copper Spur still edges it out in my opinion.

[@ashfanman]

@@BackpackingTV Any particular reason?

[@darrylg7600]

Love the tent! Don’t so much love all that sodium in that meal!

[@davidstrumsky7012]

These videos (like almost all others on the net) are aimed at well-heeled, experienced backpackers/hikers. Everything's top dollar. I'm glad there's enough wealthy KZbinrs browsing, keeping these specialists going, but it disappoints me. Where's the gear for less-affluent people wanting to get more outdoors? Where's the gear for the beginning backpacker? Remember what is what like when you were just getting into it, how all the gear overwhelmed you with its technical aspects, its cost? Honestly, remember when the guides (like The Complete Walker) and certainly the small outdoor adventure stores were much, much more aimed at a wide spectrum of hikers? Everybody seems now to have drunk the Koolaid and forgotten to address the wider audience.

[@BackpackingTV]

Hey David, it's true I have a tendency to lean towards talking about pricier gear. I like your advice though. I'll try to incorporate some more budget friendly options.

[@MeOutside]

Love your content; you earned a fresh sub my friend. I’ve been looking to add a larger tent to my collection. This one is on my radar. I started out with a 2p Tiger Wall than splurged on a duplex. I was thinking of picking up the triplex but I’m leaning more towards a freestanding.

[@BackpackingTV]

Glad to hear it! I personally lean towards freestanding more than any other type of tent. But it's all preference!

[@pathfinder3175]

What are the white and red strings with the red buckles for that come with the tent ⛺️, guy wires?

[@jsnowman77]

What's the chair again you are sitting on in this video? Trying to find it from the previous videos, but without luck. Thanks Eric. Great videos, great content!

[@Elde0002]

Eric have you looked at the Bonfus Framus? On Garage Grown Gear.

[@BackpackingTV]

I just took a look at it. Looks great! What makes it stand out to you?

[@Elde0002]

@@BackpackingTV the pack you were just reviewing reminds me of it but the framus is made out of ultra200 and ultra400 material which is pretty much a more durable dyneema but similar in weight. It has load lifters, the Y strap over the top, you can add hip belt pockets, and has removable metal stays if you want to go frameless. Also it comes in a 48L or a 58L.

[@stevewright2241]

The MSR tent colors go all the way back to Moss tents which they bought out and yes not very attractive. I used to have one of those Moss tents. My ground hog tent stakes have Moss tents on them.

[@OneWeekGetAway]

I am curious on what you think are the most durable and weather resistant reasonably lightweight freestanding 3 season tent. Looking for something under 6 lbs, and preferably under 5lbs.

[@user-rr6yx2hv6g]

which one to choose: hubba hubba 2 or hubba hubba NX old model?

[@__TrishMartinez]

5:55 I want more stealth colors 😊

[@BackpackingTV]

the stealth effect has it's benefits!

[@barbarahultman5450]

What was the air mattress you showed in the video? 10:04

[@BackpackingTV]

It's the Big Agnes Rapide, she's a beaut!

[@adamhudson2511]

I’m interested in seeing a full review of the MSR tent, especially how it functions in the rain. Are the seams taped, or is MSR still using their proprietary way of stitching the seams to achieve waterproofness, whish is marginal at best. Although a full review won’t touch on it unless you experience a problem, I sincerely hope that MSR’s customer service has improved, because, in my experience, it has been abhorrent in the past. Not cool from a company selling “top tier” gear.

[@andrewhunter6536]

Have you talked about and tried out other 3 person tents like the nemo dragonfly?

[@renemedina8026]

we are left-hander we Rock 😎👋🏕😎👋🏕😎👋🏕😎👋🏕

[@Simon-gx1wf]

Anyone has some experience with it? I either read its very durable or that poles are super weak and I’m about to buy either this one or the nemo Dagger 2p plan on using my tent a lot all around south america including patagonia

[@roebucksadventure]

Can you setup the outer tent (rain fly )first if it’s raining? I guess you would have to have the footprint in order to do this.

[@GubbePaaTur]

Hi. Great review again, thank you for that. Question for the tent. Setting up in rain, heavy rain. How long time does it approx take? The whole inner tent gets drenched before you get the fly on. My Tents are from Norwegian brands Helsport and from Barents Outdoor, and I love that the fly can connected to the inner full time. Second question is if you could post the link to the webpage to buy the Spork?

[@Zack_Johnson]

Im 6.3 would I be to tall for that? I know what MSR says the measurements are but curious on real life experience

[@coolbreezeoutdoors7177]

So the Hubba Hubba became a lighter weight Elixir with a different pole design. Good luck in hot weather. My 2017 Hubba is always my go to tent. Sorry to see that crappy new design.

[@mikelp8265]

I love my hubba hubba . I really don’t care about the weight.

[@brucewaren472]

The sun was brutal but I got it all in. You should know better.

[@heckinslash8364]

Great video! Buuuut, a gimbal or something would make me so less fucking nauseated❤

[@expectamiracle.406]

Thanks for the great content! Until next time --->

[@BackpackingTV]

Absolutely! Much appreciated!

[@douglasconrad8969]

I pay $50 for most of my tents! Lol

[@youtubeandroidtv7090]

The gear I am most interested in is the stool you were using. I couldn't find it in your gear list. Which stool is it and do you recommend it as a camp chair?

[@BackpackingTV]

hey! yeah it's the Grand Trunk 360 degree swivel. bit.ly/3NPtRIY

[@inxlee]

So they are all called the hubba hubba 1p/2p/3p/4p now? No longer the hubba, hubba hubba, mutha hubba, papa hubba?

[@CalvertE98]

How do you prevent toe nail hope pokes by the dog? I have a German shepherd who would love to join me but I'm concerned he may damage my tent floor

[@BackpackingTV]

yeah I'm always fearful that Kovu is going to puncture something, thankfully, he hasn't yet (knock on wood). But I always bring a repair kit to fix it if he does, which isn't usually a huge issue.

[@tommccafferty5591]

At 18 I was 5' 11 3/4". At 73 I am 5' 8". Getting old is a bitch.

[@ThousandHobbies]

In EU we don't use these cheap tents, we prefer something like Fjällräven (we love quality not advertising stuff) 😉

[@kid5Media]

Separate fly is a no-no.

[@BackpackingTV]

Why?

[@gumbi8989]

What’s the frame?

[@robertmorgan1132]

like the tent, channel, video except the constant auto focus. cant see the tent when it tries to focus on you....

[@rockytopwrangler2069]

... Beautiful affectionate dog ... Name ?? Breed ?? looks like Ausie Heeler .. . Today's gear shown .. eh ..

[@BackpackingTV]

Kovu is a Aussie Blue Heeler Border Collie mix. He's the best!

[@annarborthenorris5455]

16 + 16 = 32 + 8= 40 Oz. 2 lb, 8 oz.... math. Not an ounce weenie, but math teaching is in my bones. Sorry late to party. Just found your channel. I know you won't see this, but the comment will help the algorithm so others can see it, and maybe see the correct weight, lol. It's all in fun

[@markcummings6856]

I like this format. But the sun throughout the entire video??

[@BackpackingTV]

Sorry. One of the difficulties of shooting alone. I talked for twenty minutes without realizing how much sun was coming into the lens.

[@markcummings6856]

@@BackpackingTV still a great video.