Msr tourist tents. Detailed review (review) of the MSR Hubba NX Solo tent

Frame material Frame material

The frame is the skeleton of the tent. It is necessary that the material from which it is made is hard, light and does not deform under load. Aluminum, fiberglass, steel, and durapol are used in the production of the frame. There are also tents without a frame - they are placed on trekking poles or other available materials, and tents with an inflatable frame.

Fiberglass- the most common material for arcs in the amateur segment. Poles made of fiberglass or fiberglass are used in tents for both camping and tourism. These arches are lightweight and have good strength characteristics. Depending on the design, a tent on such poles can withstand quite bad weather with strong gusts of wind.

Durapol- composite material. Quite often this material is called fiberglass reinforced, but in fact its structure is more complex. As a rule, arches made of this material have a multilayer structure: high-quality fiberglass is covered with a synthetic mesh, then there is a coating of a thin metal film and a final coating of unsaturated polymer resins, which reliably holds all layers together. Durapol arches are superior in strength and flexibility to fiberglass (fiberglass) arches, have less residual deformation and a lower specific gravity. Resistant to impacts, corrosion and chemicals.

Aluminum. Aluminum alloys are the most modern materials for arcs. They are durable and not subject to deformation at low temperatures. Depending on the type of alloy, they can differ greatly in performance characteristics and, accordingly, in price. Aluminum poles, due to their low weight and reliability, are successfully used in extreme and professional tents.

DAC. DAC makes some of the world's best tent frames, clips and connectors. DAC - durable and lightweight arcs made of aluminum alloys. It’s safe to say that frames based on DAC arches are the most technologically advanced in the world. Unique technologies for processing aluminum tubes, perfect design solutions in the development of joints between segments and a well-thought-out load distribution system are what distinguish frames on DAC arches. These poles are used in extreme tents, premium backpacking tents and ultra-light tents.

Steel. Steel poles are used, as a rule, in large camping tents when weight is not of fundamental importance. Very strong and durable, withstand windy weather and heavy loads. Suitable for organizing long-term parking for expeditions, car tourism and camping.

No frame. Tents without a frame are usually small in size - for one or two people and are installed on trekking poles or tree branches. Thanks to this, you can save from several hundred grams to a kilogram of tent weight, which can be significant for a small tourist group or solo tourism.

Inflatable frame. Tents with an inflatable frame have a number of advantages: quick and very simple installation, less weight due to the absence of a classic frame, resistance to wind and shock loads. Typically, an inflatable frame is a system of inflatable tubes. Each tube has laminated strings, sometimes double. It is better to choose a tent with independent inflatable segments, so that in case of damage, the tent will not lose stability, the remaining segments will provide sufficient structural strength. As a rule, inflatable frames can be easily repaired. Inflatable frames are used in lightweight tourist tents, but still, they can more often be seen in the segment of large tents for camping and family recreation. The disadvantages of such frames are their high cost and low prevalence, and also, to set up a tent, a pump is most often needed.

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MSR – Mountain Security Research

To begin with, I’ll say a few words about MSR (full name Mountain Security Research) - this is a well-known brand that has been producing various equipment for almost 50 years: tents, burners, tourist water filtration systems, clothing, tools, and so on. The products have already proven themselves among tourists and climbers around the world, and some tents are deservedly considered one of the best on the market!

Tent MSR Elixir 2

MSR has a tent that is considered by many to be one of the best for traveling, this is the MSR Hubba Hubba, but I will talk about it in passing, or rather, I will note why I did not buy it, but settled on a simpler tent - MSR Elixir 2.

Why Elixir and not Hubba Hubba?

Of course, you can find a simple reason - MSR Hubba Hubba is significantly more expensive than Elixir, but this was not the main reason for purchasing the second option. The main reason was that the MSR Elixir, in my opinion, has greater repairability in field conditions and has more durable materials. The main sacrifice in favor of this was the weight, it is almost 1 kg. higher than that of Hubba Hubba, in other respects - these tents are very similar and Elixir even has some advantages over its opponent - more loops for guy lines and, in my opinion, a more “correct” mesh layout on the inner tent.

And now about the tent itself...

Notes about the tent

The MSR Elixir 2 tent, and all MSR tents in general, have a number of remarkable details and solutions that look good against the general background, but there are also those that raise doubts and questions.

Equipment

The tent comes in its own bag, which, unlike Hubba Hubba, is still too simple - a regular bag with a drawstring on top =(No straps for compression or anything else =(There are only instructions for installing the tent...

In the bag we find:

Tent floor
Inner tent
Arches in a separate bag
Pegs, 10 pieces, in a separate bag
The guy lines, at least for me, were immediately tied to the loops on the tent (I immediately untied them so that they wouldn’t get in the way and wouldn’t dangle in vain)

Design

- Easy and fast installation tents are of course no longer a unique feature, but when it is implemented as competently as possible, it is worth noting! Everything is marked by color, it is impossible to mix it up.

- Well taut awning almost completely hides the tent, this helps protect against wind and rain
  - Form tents resembles a dome and, in general, is able to equally withstand the wind from any direction

A tent installed without guy ropes is sufficient stable and ready to resist
- The number of loops for storm guy ropes (there are 4 guys in the set) makes it possible to secure the tent well on the ground
The doors are large and comfortable. They open to the side and don't get in the way. You can open the bottom of the door and rummage through things in the vestibule without opening the door all the way.
Ventilation at the tent good, even in rainy weather, no dampness was detected! But the winds don’t blow in the tent either! Unlike the Hubba Hubba, the MSR Elixir 2 has mesh at the top of the inner tent rather than solid material, so the steam escapes better!
Included the tent comes with a floor, but it is strange, and it is strange because it does not quite fit in size - its lines are longer than necessary... But it still remains extremely useful - it protects the inner tent from moisture and small objects!

Doors open to the side and can be rolled up
Doorways are almost vertical, this adds space
The top arc adds structure and makes entries vertical

Classic design with intersecting arcs
The intersection points of the arcs are fixed with metal spacers
The hooks are plastic, but quite durable

Additional loops for guy ropes and an awning almost to the ground

Loops for storm guy ropes
All awning attachment points can be quickly tightened using slings

Materials

Velcro doors and double zippers
Pockets

Dense tent bottom material

Joints of sections of different materials
Zippers are sewn neatly
The joints of the sections are stitched with high quality

The bottom is dense and waterproof

Details

A special “side” above the entrances to the vestibules works like a drain and prevents water from dripping directly onto our things
Double zipper on the awning allows you to open the awning at the top and make an additional ventilation hole or see what is happening outside
Pullers on locks are made of cord - a simple solution to reduce weight and noise
The plastic tips on the arches are confusing, but, as it turns out, they are quite durable and cause problems. Although at the first opportunity I will find and buy spare metal
The pegs have a round cross-section and are curved in the form of a hook - a simple solution for the ground, but in rocky and sandy areas they are useless
durable, as it turned out =) But there is concern that you will step on them and break them.
The end of the locks on the awning is located quite far away, opening and closing the door is not very convenient
It is better to put on the awning eyelets right away! If you do this after the awning is secured, it will be difficult and inconvenient!
The ventilation valves on the awning are located well, in their places =), but there is a problem - they cannot be closed or opened from the inside =(
Pockets inside the tent are located on both sides, where there is ventilation. They are roomy - you can put small items and stuff a jacket.
There are loops in the corners for attaching shelves or something else.

The lock on the awning goes far into the corner - not very convenient

Lightweight and simple lock pullers

Fastex for fastening the awning
Fastex for fastening the awning
Plastic pole tips and eyelets for attaching the tent to the central pole. All tent attachment points can be quickly tightened using slings.
Ventilation loops that can also be used for guy lines

Conclusion

I was worried when I bought the MSR Elixir 2 tent because there was the Hubba Hubba, which is famous for its awesomeness, there were other options from Marmot and Black Diamond, but it lived up to all expectations! Good design, high-quality materials, a lot of convenient gizmos - they completely “paid for” it in my eyes =)

Although the tent is designed for two, there may be enough space for three, and sitting inside is comfortable due to its design - more vertical walls. Dampness does not accumulate in it, and the wind does not blow through it - therefore it is dry and comfortable even in cold and damp weather. It is stable and durable. It is easy to install and also easy to assemble. Well, the weight, the weight can be distributed between the two that will live in it during the hike =)

We are talking about the MSR collection of tents presented in AlpIndustry in the 2017 season. For our stores we have selected all the key models of the new collection and bestsellers.

Tourist tents MSR

Lightweight, fully functional and ultra-spacious 3-season tents for backpackers and travelers.

Ultralight one-person tent.

The lightest 1-person tent in the MSR collection. Will accommodate a Large size travel mat (63x196 cm) and equipment. Large entrance for easy access to the tent. Mesh inner tent. Maximum ventilation and humidity control.

Min. weight: 0.89 kg
Total weight: 1.09 kg
Internal volume (inner tent + vestibule): 651 + 198 l
Floor + vestibule: 1.67 + 0.83 m2
Inner height: 0.91cm
Arches: 7000 series aluminum

Cost: 23,300 rub.

Ultralight two-person tent.

The lightest 2-person tent in the MSR collection. Accommodates 2 Large size travel mats (63x196 cm) and equipment for two people. Convenient access through two large entrances. Mesh inner tent. Maximum ventilation and humidity control.

Min. weight: 1.12 kg
Total weight: 1.36 kg
Internal volume (inner tent + vestibule): 850 + 410 l
Floor + vestibule: 2.70 + 1.62 m2
Inner height: 0.91cm
Tarpaulin: 15D ripstop nylon with DuraShield™ silicone and polyurethane coating, 1200 mm
Inner tent: 10D polyester micro mesh
Floor: 15D ripstop nylon with DuraShield™ polyurethane coating and DWR treatment, 1200 mm
Arches: 7000 series aluminum

Cost: 27,500 rub.

Ultralight three-person tent.

The lightest 3-person tent in the MSR collection. Comfortably accommodates three people or two with plenty of equipment. Convenient access to the tent through two large entrances. Mesh inner tent. Maximum ventilation and humidity control.

Min. weight: 1.34 kg
Total weight: 1.56 kg
Internal volume (inner tent + vestibule): 1330 + 410 l
Floor + vestibule: 3.67 + 1.63 m2
Internal height: 1 m
Tarpaulin: 15D ripstop nylon with DuraShield™ silicone and polyurethane coating, 1200 mm
Inner tent: 10D polyester micro mesh
Floor: 15D ripstop nylon with DuraShield™ polyurethane coating and DWR treatment, 1200 mm
Arches: 7000 series aluminum

Cost: 31,600 rub.

A lightweight one-person tent that does not require stretching during installation.

Plenty of head and shoulder room. One-piece arc system. A spacious vestibule with a StayDry™ entrance that protects the tent from moisture when opening. Adjustable cross ventilation. Ultra-compact compression case. 2 installation versions: Fast&Light in the form of a frame and external awning and in the form of a frame, external awning and floor (floor sold separately).

Min. weight: 1.12 kg
Total weight: 1.29 kg
Internal volume (inner tent + vestibule): 736 + 241 l
Floor + vestibule: 1.67 + 0.84 m2
Inner height: 0.91cm
Arches: DAC Featherlite NFL™

Cost: 21,900 rub.

A best-selling two-person tent that has won numerous awards.

Plenty of head and shoulder room. One-piece arc system. Two spacious vestibules with a StayDry™ inlet, which protects the tent from moisture when opening. Adjustable cross ventilation. Ultra-compact compression case. 2 installation versions: Fast&Light in the form of a frame and external awning and in the form of a frame, external awning and floor (floor sold separately).

Min. weight: 1.54 kg
Total weight: 1.72 kg
Internal volume (inner tent + vestibule): 1217 + 481 l
Floor + vestibule: 2.7 + 1.62 m2
Internal height: 1 m
Tarpaulin: 20D ripstop nylon with DuraShield™ silicone and polyurethane coating, 1200 mm
with DWR treatment / 15D nylon mesh
Floor: 30D ripstop nylon with Durashield™ polyurethane coating and DWR treatment, 3000 mm
Arches: DAC Featherlite NFL™

Cost: 24,600 rub.

Doubles the storage space of Hubba™ and Hubba Hubba™ tents for gear storage.

The vestibule with canopy turns the tent into a base camp tent, doubling the storage space for gear, and the partial floor helps keep important gear tidy. Please note that the vestibule is not compatible with Mutha Hubba™ or Papa Hubba™ tents.

Min. weight: 0.78 kg
Total weight: 0.88 kg
Internal volume: 651 l
Tambour: 2.5 m2
Internal height: 89 cm
Tarpaulin: 40D ripstop nylon with Durashield™ coating 1500 mm
Floor: 70D nylon with Durashield™ 3000 mm coating
Arches: DAC Pressfit

Cost: 13,250 rub.

Ultralight three-person tent.

Convenient access: two entrances from the head and from the legs. Good ventilation, plenty of head and shoulder room. One-piece arc system. Two spacious vestibules with a StayDry™ inlet, which protects the tent from moisture when opening. Ultra-compact compression case.

Min. weight: 2.07 kg
Total weight: 2.26 kg
Internal volume (inner tent + vestibule): 2290 + 453 l
Floor + vestibule: 3.67 + 1.30 m2
Internal height: 1.12 m
Tarpaulin: 20D ripstop nylon with DuraShield™ silicone and polyurethane coating, 1200 mm
Inner tent: 20D ripstop nylon with DWR treatment / 15D nylon mesh
Floor: 30D ripstop nylon with Durashield™ polyurethane coating and DWR treatment, 3000 mm
Arches: DAC Featherlite NFL™

Cost: 30,900 rub.

The most spacious tent for four people.

Maximum space for four. One-piece system of arches of the central frame, marking of hooks by color. Super lateral load-resistant arch geometry. Two large vestibules, side ventilation windows. Ultra-compact compression case.

Min. weight: 2.67 kg
Total weight: 2.96 kg
Internal volume (inner tent + vestibule): 4332 + 680 l
Floor + vestibule: 4.92 + 2.04 m2
Internal height: 1.12 m
Tarpaulin: 20D ripstop nylon with DuraShield™ silicone and polyurethane coating, 1200 mm
Inner tent: 20D ripstop nylon with DWR treatment / 15D nylon mesh
Floor: 30D ripstop nylon with Durashield™ polyurethane coating and DWR treatment, 3000 mm
Arches: DAC Featherlite NFL™

Cost: 35,500 rub.

A unique solo tent to protect your bike and gear while traveling.

The frame is located on the outside of the tent, which allows you to keep the inner tent dry when setting up. A large hanging vestibule creates a large area protected from moisture. The mesh at the vestibule entrance protects against insects. Numerous large pockets for clothing and cycling equipment. Ceiling pockets for storing important items.

Min. weight: 2.03 kg
Total weight: 2.32 kg
Internal volume (inner tent + vestibule): 765 + 1592 l
Floor + vestibule: 1.95 + 2.32 m2
Inner height: 0.96cm
Tarpaulin: 20D ripstop nylon with DuraShield™ silicone and polyurethane coating, 1200 mm
Inner tent: 20D nylon ripstop
Arches: 7000 series aluminum

Cost: 27,990 rub.

A unique two-person tent to protect your bike and gear while traveling.

Large entrance for easy access. The outer frame will keep the inner tent dry when set up. A large hanging vestibule creates a large area protected from moisture. The mesh at the vestibule entrance protects against insects. Numerous large pockets for clothing and cycling equipment. Ceiling pockets for storing important items.

Min. weight: 2.47 kg
Total weight: 2.74 kg
Internal volume (inner tent + vestibule): 1274 + 1592 l
Floor + vestibule: 2.97 + 2.32 m2
Inner height: 0.96cm
Tarpaulin: 20D ripstop nylon with DuraShield™ silicone and polyurethane coating, 1200 mm
Inner tent: 20D nylon ripstop
Floor: 30D ripstop nylon with Durashield™ polyurethane coating and DWR treatment, 10000 mm
Arches: 7000 series aluminum

Cost: 33,600 rub.

The most spacious 2-person backpacking tent in its class.

Incredibly roomy tent for two, easy to assemble. The geometry of the arches creates plenty of space for the head and shoulders. Two large entrances and vestibules provide easy access to the tent. The kit includes a floor that allows you to install the tent in the tent+floor format for quick protection from rain or for traveling lightly. The inner tent combines breathable mesh and fabric to provide excellent ventilation while still keeping the tent warm and closed enough to keep you out of sight. Color-coded hooks and no-stretch design make installation quick and easy.

Min. weight: 2.10 kg
Total weight: 2.64 kg
Internal volume (inner tent + vestibule): 1274 + 510 l
Floor + vestibule: 2.69 + 1.63 m2
Internal height: 1.02 m
Arches: 7000 series aluminum

Cost: 17,500 rub.

The most spacious 3-person backpacking tent in its class.

Incredibly roomy tent for three, easy to assemble. The geometry of the arches creates plenty of space for the head and shoulders. Two large entrances and vestibules provide easy access to the tent. The kit includes a floor that allows you to install the tent in the tent+floor format for quick protection from rain or for traveling lightly. The inner tent combines breathable mesh and fabric to provide excellent ventilation while still keeping the tent warm and closed enough to keep you out of sight. Color-coded hooks and no-stretch design make installation quick and easy.

Min. weight: 2.53 kg
Total weight: 3.10 kg
Internal volume (inner tent + vestibule): 1784 + 510 l
Floor + vestibule: 3.67 + 1.63 m2
Internal height: 1.04 m
Tarpaulin: 68D polyester ripstop with polyurethane coating, 1500 mm
Inner tent: 40D ripstop nylon with DWR treatment / 20D nylon mesh
Floor: 70D nylon taffeta with polyurethane coating and DWR treatment, 3000 mm
Arches: 7000 series aluminum

Cost: 21,700 rub.

Doubles the storage space of Elixir™ 2 and Elixir™ 3 tents.

The vestibule with canopy turns your tent into a base camp tent, doubling your gear storage space and having a partial floor to keep your important gear tidy. Please note that the vestibule is not compatible with the Elixir™ 4 tent.

Min. weight: 0.78 kg
Total weight: 0.88 kg
Internal volume: 651 l
Tambour: 2.5 m2
Internal height: 89 cm
Tarpaulin: 68D polyester ripstop with polyurethane coating, 1200 mm
Floor: 68D polyester taffeta with polyurethane coating and DWR treatment, 1200 mm
Arches: 7000 series aluminum

Cost: 11,900 rub.

Spacious tent for four + equipment.

The improved floor layout allows four people to sleep comfortably in the tent. Two large StayDry entrances and two large vestibules with easy access. Weather Ready: Adjustable guy ropes attached to the flysheet to secure the tent in high winds. Pockets at the top of the tent allow you to store important gear.

Min. weight: 3.58 kg
Total weight: 4.18 kg
Internal volume (inner tent + vestibule): 3285 + 538 l
Floor + vestibule: 5.02 + 1.67 m2
Internal height: 1.21 m
Tarpaulin: 68D polyester ripstop with polyurethane coating, 1500 mm
Inner tent: 40D ripstop nylon with DWR treatment / 20D nylon mesh
Floor: 70D nylon taffeta with polyurethane coating and DWR treatment, 3000 mm
Arches: 7000 series aluminum

Cost: 28,500 rub.

All-season tents MSR

Four-season tents for mountaineering and mountain tourism. Designed to withstand extreme cold conditions.

Solo tent for winter hiking.

Durable Easton Syclone™ bars. The unique central pole increases the interior space of the tent and can withstand heavy loads under snow. Lighter than mountaineering tents, warmer than backpacking tents. The single arc system simplifies installation in cold environments.

Min. weight: 1.37 kg
Total weight: 1.6 kg
Internal volume (inner tent + vestibule): 906 + 241 l
Floor + vestibule: 1.76 + 0.23 m2
Internal height: 1.04 m
Tarpaulin: 20D ripstop nylon with DuraShield™ silicone and polyurethane coating, 1200 mm
Floor: 30D ripstop nylon with Durashield™ polyurethane coating and DWR treatment, 3000 mm
Arcs: Easton Syclone

Cost: 30,900 rub.

Min. weight: 1.99 kg
Total weight: 2.3 kg
Internal volume (inner tent + vestibule): 2756 + 538 l
Floor + vestibule: 3.8 + 1.62 m2
Internal height: 1.19 m
Tarpaulin: 20D ripstop nylon with DuraShield™ silicone and polyurethane coating, 1200 mm
Inner tent: 20D nylon ripstop / 10D polyester micro mesh
Floor: 30D ripstop nylon with Durashield™ polyurethane coating and DWR treatment, 3000 mm
Arcs: Easton Syclone

Cost: 41,900 rub.

Spacious two-person mountaineering tent for multi-day climbs.

Incredibly durable Easton Syclone™ bars. Increased length and width to accommodate climbers wearing bulky winter gear. Two large entrances and a large vestibule with a canopy. Lockable vents and loops to dry wet gear.

Min. weight: 2.95 kg
Total weight: 3.16 kg
Internal volume (inner tent + vestibule): 2108 + 1104 l
Floor + vestibule: 3.1 + 2.04 m2
Internal height: 1.12 m

Min. weight: 3.56 kg
Total weight: 3.88 kg
Internal volume (inner tent + vestibule): 3171 + 1161 l
Floor + vestibule: 4.3 + 2.04 m2
Internal height: 1.12 m
Tarpaulin: 68D polyester ripstop with polyurethane coating and DWR treatment, 1500 mm
Inner tent: 40D ripstop nylon with DWR treatment / 15D polyester micromesh
Floor: 40D ripstop nylon with DuraShield™ polyurethane coating and DWR treatment, 10,000 mm
Arcs: Easton Syclone

Cost: 53,500 rub.

Emergency tent for 1 or 2 people.

Weight: 0.37 kg
Internal height: 91 cm

Cost: 7900 rub.

Emergency tent for 4 people.

Multiple ventilation holes. The transparent window allows you to monitor the weather. Waterproof floor inserts prevent you from getting wet when you sit.

Weight: 0.67 kg
Internal height: 91 cm
Material: 30D nylon nylon with Durashield™ coating 1500 mm

Cost: 11,500 rub.

On the website you can check the availability of the model of interest in the desired color and size in a store convenient for you, as well as the cost of the product. The online store offers delivery throughout Russia, Kazakhstan and Belarus, as well as free delivery to any AlpIndustry store for pickup.

The American company MSR has been specializing in travel equipment since 1969. The brand has been awarded more than once by Backpacker. Msr tents are easy to set up and lightweight. A single piece weighs 1.2 kg, a double piece weighs 2.5 kg, and the average weight of a five-seater product is about 6 kg. The range of the brand is varied: tents for solo travel and outdoor trips in a large group. There are also products designed for experienced travelers and operation in difficult conditions, simple ones are available - for a group of friends, a weekend hike and an overnight stay on a lake outside the city.

The brand represents true American quality outdoor gear: all products are durable and can withstand harsh weather conditions. You can safely take the Msr tent on any hike if you have cold overnight stays, stormy conditions, hail, or snowstorms. Increased stability of the product is guaranteed by the proprietary design of the arcs and their placement.

The brand's products are divided into three categories: tents for a wide audience; mountaineering, designed for winter hikes and mountain routes; extra-light, including for solo travel.

Each tent of this brand is made using modern windproof synthetic materials that do not allow moisture to pass through. Ventilation without heat loss has been thought out. High wear resistance guarantees dozens, hundreds of hikes with a tent from Msr.

The brand's products are also designed for tall people: even those with a height of 195 cm can sleep comfortably in a one-person tent. Instances for groups of 5 or more people are high, you can change clothes inside while standing at full height.

Msr tents are equipped with pegs and guy ropes for secure installation. The structure can be quickly assembled even in strong winds if you follow the instructions: first secure the bottom, then assemble the rest of the structure. On average, this takes 5-7 minutes, which is why the brand’s slogan is “Even a child can do it!”

When reading the review, please pay attention to the publication date, as over time the manufacturer may make changes to the design and also correct any deficiencies found.

About the manufacturer

MSR was founded by engineer Larry Penberthy in 1969. He was fond of mountaineering and, like any other climber, eventually became disillusioned with the existing equipment for climbing. This is not enough, and this is not so - in general, everything is as usual. Since Internet forums had not yet been invented for venting one's own dissatisfaction, Larry's protest found expression in the creation of his own company, Mountain Safety Research.

The private initiative did not last long and Larry’s brainchild was soon absorbed by a large retail chain. And since 2001, the brand passed to the companyCascade Designs Inc - it also owns Term-a-Rest, by the way.

The creator of MSR himself, until leaving it in the 70s, led the development of more convenient equipment from new materials than what was available on the market. The current MSR calls itself a continuator of tradition and calls the development process modern - innovation of existing equipment and greater optimization of it for the needs of travelers. Marketing is not marketing, but the company does not suffer from overly complex designs, combining simplicity, quality and technology. The price tag, however, makes you wake up at night in horror after shopping.

In our country, the MSR brand is especially known for gas burners, gas cooking systems and snowshoes.

I have previously posted reviews of MSR products - and .

How the tent came to me and where I tested it

I bought a tent in a store. It was like a mortgage, but I managed.

Why her? I needed a tent for solo long hikes in different mountain taiga regions, light and reliable. As usual, everyone vying with each other recommended Ali Baba Ali Express, talking about the wonderfulness and coolness of Chinese tents that cost mere pennies. Many were even their happy owners. However, the operating conditions between me and the Pokemon owners were radically different. It turns out that high-category treks in the Chinese ultralight are not in trend. Why would this be?

The first tests of the Hubba NX Solo took place in Moscow parks, where I periodically suffer from lack of housing.

Then the tent. In addition to eating Khychans, it was planned to test the tent under increased wind load and on snow. But, despite the promises of the guidebook, the weather was completely favorable for the ascents, and the test results turned out to be unclear.

It was for the sake of such outings that the NX Solo was purchased. During the 17 days of the hike, I managed to cover 240 km through terrain famous for its unstable and generally nasty weather. And the hike turned out to be a really tough test for the tent.

Tent frame and weight

If we talk about MSR tents, then we should start with the frame. That's the way it is.

It is red and has hubs. The latter are worth dwelling on in more detail.

Technically, the tent is equipped with a single aluminum pole with a diameter of 9.5 mm.

Closer to the ends, the arc branches. The splitter is the same hub. There are already two arcs coming out of it that stretch the bottom of the tent.

The hub looks like this:

Our short brothers from across the Amur are now cloning such hubs en masse. From here ears peek out about their unreliability. However, MSR is fine with them if you don’t fencing on the arcs, don’t jump on them and shovel half a meter of cloud from the tent in time.

When folded, it is really one arc. Even the top short one is connected to the main central one through a plastic adapter.

One arc and a light cloth dictate low weight - the minimum is only 1120 grams. Light vehicles make me laugh - most of them, who have not yet switched to awnings, use tents weighing less than a kilogram. Mostly bought from Ali Baba. MSR, however, also has one.

MSR FreeLite. In the version with an aluminum arc - there are lighter carbon ones - it weighs at least 890 grams. Has significant differences from NX. The hub is only at one end and the bottom on the opposite side does not stretch in an arc. The FreeLite's vestibule is smaller and less suitable for preparing food and dressing a walker. It also has less durable fabric on the bottom, flysheet, mesh and liner... The MSR FreeLite and MSR NX are completely different tents.

My point is that there is no point in drawing a parallel between the Chinese name and MSR NX. Even if the similar FreeLite and NX have such differences...

When it became necessary to choose a tent, the MSR FreeLite was initially considered. Its installation showed, compared to NX, much lower wind resistance, and the smaller vestibule is a significant inconvenience for long trips. In the end, I purchased the NX.

It would be better to wait for Access.

The ends of the MSR NX poles are inserted into holes on aluminum plates sewn to the corners of the tent bottom. In the upper part for the middle arc there are approximately the same ones.

The stretched inner lining is completely self-supporting

For comparison, here is a photo of the frame and interior of the lightweight MSR FreeLite

If the installed NX interior resembles a sports car, then the FreeLite gives rise to an association with a racing motorcycle.

Let's go back to NX.

The frame is very elastic. I had my tent twisted twice by the wind - the poles not only did not break, but did not even experience any residual deformation. Fat five MSR for the quality of the frame.

The upper short arc can be placed either lower or higher relative to the central arc:

Accordingly, the awning is lowered lower or higher, allowing you to regulate ventilation and, in theory, the temperature inside the tent.

In fact, this is an absolutely unnecessary function and when camping you always place the arc lower to press the awning and increase the streamlining of the tent cockpit.

Ventilation and internal temperature

The bottom trough of the tent is not high, there is a lot of mesh on the inside. Triangles of mesh are inserted at the front and back to draw air through the sleeper's sleeping bag.

In any case, the awning does not reach the ground and generally stands far from it.

I measured the temperature difference between inside and outside in the Caucasus, it ranges from 0.5 degrees in windy weather to 2.5 degrees in complete calm. When purchasing, it is better to immediately focus on the lack of drop and bury your dreams of a lighter sleeping bag under the counter of the same store.

On Khamar-Daban, where khius is characteristic - the movement of a mass of cold air at a height of up to 0.5-1 meters, it is brutally cold in a tent at night. Chius passes through the tent as if through a leaky sieve. I was forced to cover myself with a rescue blanket over my sleeping bag during a third of the nights. Alas, this is the specificity of the region, for which the bourgeois shushlayka is not designed. Khius is specific to some areas of Siberia, in any case, I only saw it there. The wind penetrates the tent less.

If there is complete calm and the temperature difference is high, then condensation in the morning from inside the tent will be abundant in any case. In general, the ventilation of the tent is excellent.

The awning has a closing ventilation window located opposite the entrance. It is very effective when you cook in a vestibule.

A big minus for the inability to open the ventilation from the inside. Really inconvenient. It is necessary to leave the tent outside, go around the guy ropes and adjust the ventilation. Especially when you want to sleep with it open for the first part of the night, and close it in the morning. Therefore, alas, most of the time on a normal hike you don’t use the window due to the inconvenience of the process.

Strength of the inner tent, ergonomics and living space.

After six months of operation, with two trips and many PVDs, I admit that concerns about the strength of the bottom are insignificant. There have never been any problems. It’s clear that I didn’t bet on sharp knots and stones, choosing the location wisely. In those cases when I had to cut down an area in the dwarf forest twice, I put a backpack under the tent. I would do the same for any tent and consider it normal.

But the nylon, next to the zipper, bristles with fringe. I understand that this is nylon... but you don’t expect to see the same disease in MSR as in Alloy tents. True, there are no holes yet and I hope not to appear, but it looks a shame for my month on the doshirak after purchase.

There is a note on ergonomics. The tent has, albeit a very small, vestibule on the side opposite the entrance. It fits perfectly with boots, gaiters, you can put an empty or slightly filled backpack on its side, as well as a finely chopped tent constructor. In general, there is a space protected from precipitation and it would be stupid not to use it.

Now about the living space.

Thanks to the vertical walls of the tent for a single person, a surprisingly spacious sarcophagus is obtained.

Also, unlike tents from Ali Baba, the linear dimensions of the internal space are designed for adult Caucasians. Chinese ultralight usually offers narrow and short coffins for sitting burial. This is not the case with MSR:

My friend Strayr (Evgeniy Lepikhin) is not the smallest build and boasts a height of 188 cm. He is quite at ease in the tent.

Together with me, a bunch of shmurdyaks and a camp of gypsies also enter the tent.

So the NX has an excellent weight-to-interior space ratio for long hikes. You can sit, cook, change clothes and even dry things without any problems. Really comfortable tent.

Canopy and water resistance

The awning is asymmetrical.

For ease of installation, the tension loops on the bottom of the tent on each side have a different color. Accordingly, the hinges of the awning are also marked - so that the user does not get confused when installing where is the front and where is the back.

A small vestibule can be made larger, or smaller if the awning is pulled to the ground.

Large vestibule can be opened completely

Convenient for getting ready or generally at camp in good weather.

The manufacturer stated that the tent holds 1200 mm. As I understand it, this is a figure after a certain service life. In addition, water resistance greatly depends on the geometry of the tent.

But this is all marketing theory and bullshit. And in Khamar-Daban it rained every day. So, the tent holds up to heavy rain. Heavy rain - no. It leaked a little from above the small vestibule, from a short arc. Half of what leaked got into the inner tent through the mesh. Naturally, only for a sleeping bag. I sat through heavy downpours in the tent twice, and both times it leaked.

In principle, tents with more serious declared characteristics have leaked this way. But, a fact is a fact - in heavy rain, the tent leaks.

Ease of installation and its disadvantages

In order to set up and fully stretch a tent, being in the trash from fatigue in bad weather, on average you have to spend 16 minutes. My record for the hike was 13 minutes.

Since the inner lining is installed first, the entire tent gets wet in bad weather. You can set up a tent in a strong wind only out of severe necessity or pure love for BDSM.

The installation itself is not stressful, but it takes time. If you put it in the forest without guy ropes, then yes - only Chinese Pokemon and tents with a frame on an awning are faster. If you install it so that it is not torn or carried away above the forest zone, you will have to try.

The tent bottom extensions can be adjusted in length. A useless function, as the sling crawls ungodly.

It’s the same with guy ropes - you can adjust them with a standard plastic clip, but they quickly become loose. You have to tie a knot under a stone or peg. In this place, the Chinese noname rules.

By the way, the guy ropes are not tied everywhere on the tent; you have to tie them yourself. Apparently, there is a struggle for marketing weight :)

I immediately tied long loops from the rope to the bottom stretching loops so that I could pull it by the stones.

Color

The color has a surprisingly high degree of camouflage. I think MSR is simply selling off the remainder of the military tender. Absolutely not intended for tourist mountains.

The tent can be seen well up close in good weather.

As soon as you step away a little, even in ideal weather it blends into the landscape.

It’s impossible to see from a distance even if you bet on a box of vodka

You can get lost twenty meters away in the snow, even in good weather. It’s better not to go out even when it’s bad - then you won’t come back.

Even in light fog on any terrain... everything is also bad

In general - buy our MSR protective tents! 🙂

Tambour and cooking in it

The vestibule is quite good in size. If you don’t bother cooking in it, then it can accommodate all the equipment of a single person. I myself preferred to store a backpack with some of the equipment on the street, and in the vestibule I cooked and kept a minimum of things.

I cooked only with gas, both in the cooking system and on a regular gas burner. There is enough space, both in height and area.

The only thing is that due to the high-mounted awning, the vestibule is ventilated and cooking on a conventional burner becomes more expensive in terms of fuel.

Footprint

You can stick it anywhere and at any angle.

It is easy to cut out a platform for it in the dwarf birch wood.

And if there is a path, you can put it right on it.

Overnight in the snow

It’s just that snow and low temperatures are not scary for a tent. It fits just as well, and thanks to its size it is easier to bury it, bury it or cover it with a windproof wall. Our snow construction was not required, but we had to spend the night in the snow.

If we abstract from wind resistance and drafts due to the high awning, then I see no design restrictions on not allowing yourself the joy of walking in winter.

Wind resistance

My friend V.V. Gutorov argues that the tourist must suffer. I suffered severely from the wind on Khamar-Daban.

The tent has no wind resistance if the wind is sideways. At least somehow it only stands if the wind blows along. Every night I spent above the forest zone on Khamar-Daban was associated with risk.

Sometimes I had to get up at night and turn my house to the wind. Twice the tent was twisted by the wind load.

As practice has shown, the tent is not designed for strong winds. Even a small storm will roll it out, regardless of the degree of reinforcement with stones and orientation relative to the wind.

MSR recently announced the ACCESS 1, a four-season tent with a minimum weight of 1370 grams. It has a slightly different frame scheme

The problem of twisting under strong winds is solved here with a full-fledged second arc.

While camping, I tried to strengthen the tent with a pole

Even such an improvised scheme has a positive effect. In ACCESS it is, of course, higher. In any case, for complex solo hikes within the Russian Federation, ACCESS is much more suitable than my NX, although its frame design will not allow it to survive a severe storm.

During the hike, I roughly estimated ACCESS 1 with the goal of taking it into the winter single five. Exploiting NX clarified the utopian nature of the idea - even the second arc in ACCESS in winter won’t help me. This is not a tent for hard hiking, or its use will be limited to certain regions.

conclusions

Pros: lightweight; flexible and durable frame; excellent ventilation; excellent weight-to-size ratio of internal space for a long hike; small footprint; comfortable.

Cons: the bottom fixation loops are creeping; the clamps for adjusting the length of the guy ropes are creeping; inability to open the ventilation on the awning from the inside; too masking color; leaks in a rainstorm; low wind resistance.

In general, the tent is intended either for majors or for pros. There’s really nothing more to say... On simpler hikes you can get by with a simpler tent. On difficult long hikes, its convenience will be appreciated by an experienced solo traveler who is able to level out any shortcomings with experience.

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