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This summer I camped outside for the first time in Brighton Recreation Area, a Michigan State Park located in Brighton, Michigan. As part of my dedication to trying out camping this year, I felt compelled to ensure I tried it out on my own. So not only did I go camping for the first time, it was a solo camping adventure in a rustic campground. I took my biggest Tent which was a Quest Cross Vent Tent from Dick’s Sporting Goods that I bought on sale.
After it taking a long time to set it up and take the tent down, I realized that I needed a smaller tent to make this more enjoyable and overall, a quicker experience. So, I went heavy into looking for a backpacking tent that fits my personal needs for sleep. This Nature Hike tent was on sale for nearly 50% off so I figured why not order it and give it a shot. The tent arrived this week and since I didn’t have time off from work that would allow for me to camp, I did the right thing and set it up outside of house in my yard.
I am highly impressed with the quality of this tent and its available ways to get fresh air into the Tent. The available vestibule flap and the ability to stake out the rainfly is a unique feature that I’ve never experienced before. I am also impressed with how it held up during a Mid-Summer Thunderstorm and there was zero water that got inside of the tent.
While it’s low to the ground and I can’t fit a cot inside of it, I can however fit a sleeping pad and some gear for personal comfort and entertainment. Which I find to be just perfect spacing for sleeping or resting during a break from hiking or a camping trip. I would assume a hot tent stove can be ran with this, the stove would just be on the outside. I also feel safe using a propane heater in this unit.
Nature Hike Cloud River 2 Person Tent Stats
The Cloud River 2 Person Backpacking Tent by Nature Hike is a lightweight and portable solution perfect for 2-person backpacking and cycling adventures. With dimensions of 82.7 x 55.1 x 45.3 in | 210 * 140 * 115 cm, it offers more headroom than standard backpacking tents, making it comfortable for extended camping trips. Weighing only 5.5 lb | 2.5 kg and packing down to 18.5 x 5.9 inches, it’s ultralight and easy to carry. Made from durable 210T polyester with a silver coating and featuring high-quality 7001 aluminum alloy poles, this tent is built for durability and ease of setup, even in challenging weather conditions.
Key Features:
Lightweight & Spacious: Weighing just 5.5 lb | 2.5 kg , the tent is easy to transport, yet spacious enough for 2 people with extra headroom.
Durable & Easy Setup: The X cross structure with 7001 aluminum alloy poles ensures a tough and stable setup in under 5 minutes.
Excellent Ventilation & 360 View: Two doors, two ventilation windows, and a full mesh inner tent offer optimal airflow and panoramic views.
Double Layer Protection: The double-layer design enhances airflow, while the 210T rip-stop polyester tent fly with anti-UV coating offers UPF50+ sun protection and waterproofing up to 3000mm.
Waterproof & Sunproof: The 210T polyester fabric and B3 mesh provide superior waterproofing and UV protection for reliable use in various weather conditions.
Compact Packed Size: Packs down to just 18.5 x 5.9 inches, making it ideal for backpacking and cycling trips.
Included Components: Storage Bag, Tent Fly, Tent Poles, Pegs, Windropes, Strapping, and Inner Tent.
The Verdict On This Tent
I see this tent as perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, it is very easy to setup and take down. The Cloud River Camping Tent combines portability, protection, and comfort, making it ideal for all-season camping adventures. The ability to have such tremdnous air flow and views is really unqiue and awesome. This is worth the extra money vs buying an Ozark Trail 3 or 2 Person tent.
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