I'm absolutely loving this tent. While it is heavier than some other models I was considering purchasing (Tarptent, Big Agnes, etc), this model had the features that my wife and I were looking for as our new thru-hike backpacking shelter.
A true rectangle, you get a floorplan that doesn't taper at the feet end. This means you can fit 2 adults shoulder to shoulder and still fit. Who wants to sleep with their face by someone else's feet after days of hiking? I sure don't.
The mesh tent body construction breathes very well, pretty much eliminating condensation. The rainfly also breathes extremely well, allowing just enough airflow through to keep condensation down considerably while still keeping you warm inside. The fly also has an extra optional vent on each end to allow even more airflow on those warmer nights, and these vents can also be closed with velcro.
The tent is extremely secure even in high winds. The simple setup process, including full tent, rainfly, and footprint, means you can get out of the weather very quickly.
The vestibules provide ample space for a pack and pair of shoes on each side, and it also allows each occupant to have their own entry/exit point. Critical when you need to keep gear dry, but when you also need to get in/out for those nighttime bio breaks.
I'm 6'1" and 230 lbs, and I fit great in this tent. My wife is much smaller than me, so we fit just fine side by side and have plenty of foot room inside, and head space for our stuff sack pillows. The cross beam on the top pole keeps the side walls away from you, making the tent walls vertical all around you. 2 storage netting shelves built into the tent provide more than enough overhead/over-foot storage for multiple items such as our headlamps, both phones, charger battery, and some other small items.
With 2 people, we had this tent set up, without instructions, in 7 minutes. On the second test, I assembled it solo and had it fully up in 6 minutes without help. Takedown was even faster, which is always a plus when you're up before the sun and want to get back on the trail quickly.
The fabric is thin on this tent (tent body consists of 2 densities of mesh, basically. The floor is then tent material, so spend the extra $49 and get the optional footprint. I can't overstate that enough. This tent, including stuff sack, poles, stakes, and footprint, pack up very easily into the included top-loading compression sack and it packs small enough to easily fit inside of your pack with room for all other necessary gear. It also straps very easily to the outside of your pack, and packs short enough to not stick out past the sides of your pack.
Total weight with stuff sack, tent body, rainfly, footprint, tent pole set, and all 10 ground stakes came out to 4.07lbs on my digital scale. Again, a little heavier than some, but lighter than many. 4 lbs truly is not bad at all for having everything you need for a full setup.
| Special Feature | Waterproof, Lightweight, Rainfly |
|---|---|
| Brand | MSR |
| Occupant Capacity | 2 |
| Design | Camping Tent |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Backpacking |
| Product Dimensions | 84"L x 50"W x 39"H |
| Seasons | 3 Season |
| Sport | Backpacking |
| Item Weight | 3.8 Pounds |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Shape | Round |
| Installation Type | Free Standing |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash |
| Included Components | vestibule, rainfly |
| Pole Material Type | Aluminum |
| Size | 2 Person, Without Xtreme Waterproof Coating |
| Closure Type | Zipper |
| Number of Doors | 2 |
| Fabric Type | 20-denier ripstop nylon / 15-denier nylon mesh |
| Water Resistance Technology | 1500 Kelvin |
| Maximum Height | 39 Inches |
| Floor Area | 29 |
| Style | Without Xtreme Waterproof Coating |
| Water Resistance Level | Waterproof |
| Number of Rooms | 2 |
| Number of Vestibules | 2 |
| Is Waterproof | True |
| Form Factor | Dome |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 18.43 x 6.38 x 4.88 inches |
| Package Weight | 1.74 Kilograms |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 84 x 50 x 39 inches |
| Brand Name | MSR |
| Warranty Description | 3 year manufacturer |
| Model Name | Hubba NX |
| Manufacturer | Cascade Designs Inc. |
| Part Number | 040818027509 |
| Model Year | 2017 |
