This Tent Costs How Much? - River Country Trekker Tent 2.2 First Look

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This is a VERY budget friendly tent and it is the River Country Trekker Tent 2.2 and this video is an initial Setup and First Look.
At the same time of this upload, I have posted a warning about this tent; DO NOT BUY IT!
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Price : $55
Weight : 3lbs 2oz
Colors : Blue and Green
Versions : This is the 2.2, there is a 2 version which has very little mesh. When I saw the model 2, it is essentially a single walled tent which looks to be a condensation machine! I might get it in to test out in the future but I figured I would start here with this product from a company which I personally haven’t heard of before.
Stumbled upon this tent on amazon while looking for interesting products to purchase and to review for you all. As mentioned before, I haven’t heard of this tent, looked online and didn’t see any real reviews and being that I’m agenda free that is how I got about the products which I decide to review and for everyone who supports the channel it is appreciated. Because I’m agenda free I can do real reviews without holding back any punches. If there is something I don’t like, I say so.
Requires two Trekking Poles, two sticks or it can be tied between two trees.
Super fast and easy set up! Great for hiking, backpacking, camping, or adding to your survival bag, this compact tent will fit into your backpack without filling it up.
This tent is intended for use with your own trekking poles, but can be used with almost any stick that is over 42 inches tall.
At over 7 feet long, over 5 feet wide, and 42 inches high, this tent offers more room inside than almost any other ultralight tent.
This tent has large mesh sidewalls and vents making it close to a full 2-layer tent. Double wall tent on the sides and front only. The back wall is single wall.
Two-person tent comes with 8 ultralight stakes, guy lines, and a carry bag.
Internal loops: I would string a line between these two points for drying cloths, hanging items, etc.
Would love to see a front vestibule version of tent
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@TheOutdoorGearReview 5 лет назад

Make sure to check out the Test Night video on this tent which is coming up tomorrow night (9pm EST). - Luke

@OGCaptainGrunge 5 лет назад

I thought you said wednesday? Lol

@SeeingEyeCrow 5 лет назад

I've had this tent for a little while now. It's mine and my GF's "backpacking" tent. It's the only tent I've found light enough for both of us and gives us plenty of room. The company sent a letter with the product saying there is a 1 year review on the tent, but if something goes wrong past that, contact them anyways. They seem like a nice enough company. We love this tent. Though I do agree, it should have a back door.

@Chilln187 5 лет назад

Wow talk about memories, I remember growing up (late 80's) and I had a very similar tent except it came with 2 2pc aluminum poles vs the trekking poles you have. It was my 1st tent, was great as a kid in the back yard.

@adamcates603 5 лет назад

I have the 2.2 and it has worked really well for me. I've had it in rain and even hail, and it has held up fine. I saw your video telling people to not buy this tent, so I'm interested to see what problems you had with the tent.

@5303138772 5 лет назад

Luke, I cant wait till you really test it out on a rainy stormy night to see how rain proof it is. Thanks for all you do.

@leecoffman2594 4 года назад

My very first tent was Army surplus I bought in 1946 when I was in the Boy Scouts. That tent served me well for over 20 years.. I have always preferred a tent when camping.

@josephbrown-ut9ty 5 лет назад

First thing i saw that i didnt like was the grommet the trecking poles slide into, not big enough to let the end of the pole fully enter. A good strong wind and your tent will be on the ground.

@JSWilliamssr 4 года назад

I own this tent. I seam-sealed it and sprayed in inside and out with Camp Dry. Slept in it during a cold-ish rainy night. Wind was coming from the side (not the end) of the tent. It was buttoned down all the way. My results were thus: Plenty of ventilation through the side vents, ZERO condensation, and not a drop of water leaked into the tent. I kept warm and dry all night long. But you DO have to follow the manufacturer's recommendations and seal it.

@kirbyhill3411 2 года назад

My experience also. Best tent I ever owned.

@terryfreedom9742 5 лет назад

I have this tent and have used it 4 times. I'm extremely happy with it. It's pretty light, pretty big footprint, stays warm on cool nights, and is super easy to set up. I haven't used it on warm nights yet though but have used it in light rain and I stayed dry inside. For the price, I'm delighted

@HamRadioNewb 3 года назад

I love my trekker 2v, nice big vestibule, enough space for 2 people. Haven't had a super rainy night but no issues with the light stuff. Spent probably around 2-2.5 weeks in it total so far on various trips.

@estheroldmother Год назад

I have this tent and have had trouble with water coming in an all day rainstorm. The first one I ordered had a defect in the ridge seam and leaked terribly. The company sent me a new tent when I contacted them. The new tent has been tested in the rain and is letting water in the back corners. I’m going to put on some seam sealer and see if that fixes it. It’s a great tent for weight, ease of setup, and space. Can’t believe they can sell it so cheap.

@Go-zi1py 2 года назад

I have this tent and love it! I've used it twice both times it rained heavily and it didn't leak at all. One night it did have some condensation on the walls but we camped by a creek on soggy ground with 2 adults and a large dog so probably my fault.

@urielcantarero4965 6 месяцев назад

Been using the 2.0 for almost 4 years. Condensation has only been an issue a couple of times. Bought the 2.2 today, I think the mesh sidewalls will be nice. Great tent though, I used it in the Utah desert, the Uinta mountains, the Tetons.....it's always done great.

@dylanbarnes9195 6 месяцев назад

Been using this tent for years now, and love it

@marzsit9833 5 лет назад

it's basically a modern version of a 1960's-70's a-frame tent without a rainfly. we had similar tents when i was a boy scout, we deliberately washed and dried the new tents at the laundromat to remove the polyurethane coating from the interior fabric so that condensation could not build up inside and used visqueen plastic sheeting to make rainflys for them. they were cheap and heavy, but bombproof in a storm when set up properly. unless you get a real tent with a watertight rainfly you're going to always have issues in the rain, period.

@donnadonlea5182 5 лет назад

When I was a kid, we called this a pup tent.

@pblogic007 3 года назад

It's fun to hear someone say that again! We would have called this a pup tent as well.

@natlovell122 Год назад

Bc a full size dog wouldn’t fit

@JoeyIngles Год назад

Still call them that.

@JoeyIngles Год назад

At $55 and it’s seem sealed? That’s a win.

@ChesapeakeHammockandOutdoors 5 лет назад

I almost just got this exact tent for taking my youngest daughter camping with her Girl Scout troop, but went with the OneTigris Backwoods Bungalow instead. I needed a decent, yet affordable 1 - 2 person tent since there aren't always trees to hang from were we camp. So far I've used it a few times to test it out and its done great. I'll be doing my review on it in the next few days if your interested in checking it out. It's a really neat tent, it looks like a mini baker tent almost. One whole side is a large noseeum door with a flap of tent material over it that makes a vestibule and doubles as the front tarp portion like a baker tent when it's unzipped and raised.It can be set up with trekking poles as well as line. OneTigris also has a 1 person Lavu/tipi type tent as well as 2 that are all noseeum except for the floor. But anyways, nice vid, love the channel. Check mine out for lots of hammock gear reviews.and this tent soon as well....

@jamesellsworth9673 5 лет назад

Better flow-through ventilation would improve things...along with more generous pull-out fabric to protect the side vents from blowing rain. At that price, a good fair weather starter tent for backyard adventures.

@SheepDogActual 5 лет назад

Can’t wait to find out. I’m a disabled veteran with certain restrictions. Your reviews are extremely helpful.

@halibut1249 5 лет назад

Lack of airflow is a non-starter for me. Put a mesh door in the rear and I might give it another look. Thank you for reviewing these less popular, more affordable, fully functional tents, packs, and other gear. This gear gets overlooked in favor of the expensive ultralight brands that most reviewers focus exclusively on. Hat's off to you, keep the reviews coming, always informative!!

@nekokyun 2 года назад

Camped my first night with this tent 2 days ago, I had a great time. No rain, only light dew~ so not sure about the water retention myself either. However, my camping group were in a spot with some decent wind, and had no issues with this tent on that aspect. It got to 38°F and I had a thick sleeping bag, obviously this tent isn’t made for cold weather, but with a good bag it was no issue. 8/10 an excellent tent.

@geruner 5 лет назад

Harness camera mounts are available. Night trekkers / trackers have used them... for your hands free.

@vagabondquerier9375 5 лет назад

Awesome preview Vid, thanks for being your good work. Also thanks for 2nd vid posting so quickly WARNING us about this tent.

@billyboblillybob344 5 лет назад

Use both poles at the open end to match the shape of the triangle and a stick for the other, non opening side. The poles are presumably adjustable and it would be easy to lash them together at the peak with one poking through the grommet. It would make for a nice wide open, unencumbered entrance.

@super66craig 5 лет назад

That's how I've always set up pup tents. works great!

@TheMidnightModder 5 лет назад

4:00 leaf blower and a water hose? Or just a water hose with a muti spray attachment to simulate the rain.

@crispysteve1907 5 лет назад

i use the other model tent they have when i go camping it a alright tent it the ventilation problem is problem though i wake up and the walls are wet with condensation

@rcmedia9516 5 лет назад

this company is awesome, and replies to your questions. the gap where all 3 zippers meet, i tied a small piece of paracord onto the hole of the zipper, and close the zippers on the cord. i sprayed the kiwi waterproofer spray on the bathtub portion both inside and out, it works well.

@markthomas2436 Год назад

That tent, pound for pound and bang for the buck, is the BEST tent you have ever reviewed. At the time I think it was 55 dollars. Five by Seven foot, 35 square feet of floor space, use trekking poles or cut your own from the trail. A little over 3 pounds. Green will go stealth camping nicely. Has mosquito netting. American made. I bought one and it is great.

@quinntheeskimooutdoors6234 5 лет назад

I have a River Country tarp I used for one of my hammocks. It performed well. I don’t plan on buying a tent in the near future. Thanks and take care.

@Aicfan20 5 лет назад

How does luke not have a million subscribers by know. Keep up the good dude your killin it

@heatherbrenner8275 5 лет назад

I read this comment and thought yeah, why doesn't he have more followers. Then I scrolled back up to see that I wasn't subbed. I am now lol.

@jeepnicc 5 лет назад

Keep up the good dude? What does that even mean?

@jeepnicc 5 лет назад

How 'bout " keep up the good work, dude. you're killin' it!" Or, " Keep up the good work. Dude, you're killin' it!" Or, just "keep up 'the good', dude. You're killin' it!"

@jeepnicc 5 лет назад

Sorry man, I'm just saying, " keep up the good dude your kiilin it", without any punctuation, implies anything but what I can only guess, you meant...

@Aicfan20 5 лет назад

@@jeepnicc calm down dude why are you such a grinch. It's like i can't complement someone now a days without some little kid getting heated

@PaulsWanderings 3 года назад

I just got my River Country Trekker 2.0 and had just posted my video and came across your video. I have to go find your test night video.

@cobbler88 5 лет назад

I just looked at this company's other Amazon listings. Nothing else that impressive, except maybe the $40 inflatable sleep pad. It's a pretty good size (82x26x2) although I'm sure it's more or less a fairweather pad. It also claims to have both hard and soft sides.

@Mythocentric 4 года назад

I may be old fashioned but I do like the way it looks like a tent and less like something which has just landed from 'out there'. It's a pity about the problems you had with it and I hope the manufacturers can sort them out because this is a product which will appeal to a lot of people at a great price point!

@noobsaibot555 5 лет назад

I'm shocked youre about to review it. It's been in my Amazon wish list since March and I've held off because no one reliable had yet reviewed it.. eagerly awaiting the review video Luke! Thanks

@noobsaibot555 5 лет назад

Ha! Just watched the 2nd video. Lol I'm deleting it from my Amazon wish list and thanks Luke!

@Thes564 5 лет назад

It looks like an 80 s style tent but it should have a back window which would help with air flow.

@devanleslie 5 лет назад

3F UL Lanshan 2 review coming soon!?

@PlasticTonkaToy 5 лет назад

All these comments praising this tent. There is a second video RIGHT NEXT TO THIS ONE THAT SAYS DO NOT BUY THIS PIECE OF JUNK.

@almontepaolilli7531 4 года назад

Tent looks good, easy to set up, and inexpensive. Can hardly wait for the rain test.

@MrStargazer450 5 лет назад

Hey Luke, please review the OneTigris Tipi Nova tent and the Snugpak Bunker 3-man tent, when you have the time. Thanks a lot! Keep the backpacking adventures and reviews coming!

@guitarhiker4449 5 лет назад

Nice review man! Setup looks pretty quick! An affordable trekking pole tent not bad! I like the subdued colors too. Good luck with it! Camp on!

@neo57611 5 лет назад

I like the idea of setting up a fly over top...makes packing tent easy and less wear on tent also quiets the rain and ice hitting tent

@birdsallsean 4 года назад

yea i got one similar. HI TECH and paid the same price few years back at my big 5. and you it every point. hassel to get into. single layer and etc. um as in rain yea it sucks. not a bad leak but had to put up a tarp after it cleared for the next sprinkle. also its long so if you cant like have stuff layed out. and you change laying down...after the 6 day camping i got another type..

@titanpreparedness 5 лет назад

You see this and you think oh man not a bad tent, not a bad price, few issues but not bad. Then you see the warning video and you think well nevermind then. Cant wait for the test night video.

@LonelyWolfOutdoors Год назад

Check out the new river country trekker 2V. It is the best version of the river country tent in my opinion.

@JC-fj7oo 5 лет назад

If it just had one of those little vents that you hold open with the velcro stick on the top, it would be a pretty sweet tent.

@goldenscales Год назад

Nice tent! I'd love to have one!

@davegoodridge8352 5 лет назад

Well, I know how it turns out. I’m disappointed when the out come. I’m needing a good 1-2 person tent that doesn’t cost a arm and a leg. And isn’t a bright banana colored attention getter. Just for me and my dog 🐕

@super66craig 5 лет назад

2 man Coleman Sundome is a good tent and vents great, no leaks.

@somestuffithoughtyoumightl6985 2 года назад

I’m looking for something like this from one of the higher quality manufacturers with lighter (expensive) materials and half the weight. What a great value though 👍🏼

@wolfeadventures 2 года назад

Tarptent.

@peterjohnson6273 2 года назад

It would be very easy to sew a mesh vent in the back panel.

@mr.waynes7555 5 лет назад

like the tent, wish it had a door or vent on the other end i'm a little worried about moisture with only one door, but we will see........i appreciate your honest reviews on these products...great job!

@nateman79 9 месяцев назад

Can you not put a small fan inside pointing at the top to combat condensation?

@chrismoore600 3 года назад

Looks like my old boy Scout tent from the late 70's

@heatherbrenner8275 5 лет назад

I have this tent but I haven't got to use it yet. I have the same first looks thoughts as you. It seems like it will be good enough. I hope its good, I can't afford a better one yet. lol

@beeveedee9355 5 лет назад

I'm surprised by all the positive comments on this tent... i don't like the design. It always seems to look like it's sagging in the middle. I think there are better inexpensive ultralight tents out there: 3f UL, Naturehike, Geertop, to name a few. Would l9ve to see you review some of those.

@jwmav528 5 лет назад

I'm excited to see how the rest of your testing goes. I wonder if I can support it with a kayak paddle.

@ronaldrose7593 5 лет назад

Hello Luke, happy Sunday to you. I look forward to your future review on this tent. The price is certainly right. The very best to you and Suzie. Be safe out there. 🤗

@andrewengle5959 5 лет назад

So far, looks good. Cant wait to see the condensation, I'm in pa thick woods. Always moist.

@olvarberrios 2 года назад

Hello from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷!!! What it's the name of these clear plastic ? This plastic footprint comes included whit the tent? How can I find one? What it's the pros of the uses of this clear plastic?

@stephenhill6003 5 лет назад

I've used a tent very similar to this one for several years and in central Idaho it kept me and my dog dry and comfortable. It does get stuffy, so don't set it up until the sun starts setting or in the shade. I've found a way to use my door pole diagonally to make it easier to get in and out. Thanks for the review.

@Jmvfc8117 5 лет назад

Can you do a review on the Alps Mountaineering Chaos 2 tent?!!

@WayneReich 5 лет назад

Hey, Luke - can you give a little advice about how to set up a tent to maximize airflow? Thanks for the first look!

@MadGunny 9 месяцев назад

As someone new to backpacking, does anybody know if having a small but moderately powerful fan running inside the tent (either blowing air in or out) would help with condensation? I have one of those quite powerful but small rechargeable handheld fans off Amazon (it’s just called ‘handfan’ and is a fan on a separate little power bank) and on its lowest setting it can run for days. That’s something I’ll bring along on a hiking trip regardless to help with sweating, but was curious if running it inside the tent at night would improve the condensation? Thanks

@alancarter4270 5 лет назад

I preffer a screen opposite the entrance, I would modify it by putting on in with a flap.

@charlesliston9573 5 лет назад

How bout a review on the 3f UL lanshan 2 at $100 with shipping from aliexpress or $150 from Amazon under flames creed logo take a look at this one. Love your channel Luke, keep up the good work

@Jenx1337 5 лет назад

Luke, been foowing you forva while. You make amazing videos and i always check your reviews before buying anying. Are you thinking about reviewing the lanshan 3f ul 2 person treking pole tent? I keep hearing great things about it.

@chrishartleroad5827 4 года назад

I like the weight of it and price. Looking for your input on it for review

@johnorille8318 3 года назад

Any try seam sealing? Seems an easy inexpensive fix for an inexpensive American made product.

@OutdoorsWithShawn 5 лет назад

Can you give us a review on the One Tigris Backwoods Bungalow tent please?

@joshuaritzheimer1382 5 лет назад

I'm curious about the One Tigris as well.

@richardross7219 5 лет назад

Nice review so far. Dixie gave it a good testing a few months ago, including a garden hose spraying. Good Luck, Rick

@Paratrooper891 5 лет назад

I love my Trekker 1. I use it in Linville gorge constantly. Super easy to set up, very spacious, breathes very well. A little bit of condensation on the inside. Super light! 2lbs.

@onetimeoutdoorsdj1394 5 лет назад

I have thought about getting this tent and never pulled the trigger I switch to Hammocks but I would still like to know about this tent as a backup or for when I go camping and can't use a hammock

@Frogboxer 5 лет назад

Homage to French F1 tent which is a great tent...easy to put up and loads of room....but people not realise F1 needs a separate tarp....hence it leaks on so many reviews when that's not used.

@BrosephRussell 5 лет назад

Looks nice

@Andyb2379 5 лет назад

Cheers Luke I’ve just brought two!

@andrewjohnston4127 5 лет назад

ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-bX0uH6DQKKk.html Shame you didn't see the second video

@avidteadrinker63 5 лет назад

I think this tent could be at best a 2 or 3 season (maybe) tent. Can't wait to see the rain test to see how waterproof it is. Honestly, I don't think it'll pass but we'll see.

@ptonpc 5 лет назад

He posted a video after this one titled ⚠️Warning ⚠️ Do Not Buy the River Country Trekker Tent 2.2

@avidteadrinker63 5 лет назад

@@ptonpc Thanks for the update! Cheers!

@ptonpc 5 лет назад

@@avidteadrinker63 No worries. It looked like a few people hadn't seen the newer video (I only found it after another commentator mentioned it.)

@davidg2109 5 лет назад

I have one and love it!!!

@jasonclark3781 5 лет назад

I have an old "pup" tent like this and it has a window on the back wall.

@jamesr5741 5 лет назад

TBH, it looks like it would fold in on itself on a windy night.

@jeffrichards5106 5 лет назад

Looks pretty nice Luke. Can't wait to see how it holds up in testing.

@nicktombs1876 5 лет назад

Didn't Dixie from Homemade Wanderlust reveiw this tent several months back?

@Jeffs40K 5 лет назад

never been a fan of the 3 way zippers, always has a hold where they come together, I think One Coming across bottom and One down one side would have been better, if NO WAY TO USE zipper to go down side and bottom.

@yousweetpotato1 3 года назад

Thanks!

@TheOutdoorGearReview 2 года назад

Thank you very much for the support, sorry that it has taken me so long to say so. S&H - Luke

@OriginalPretor 5 лет назад

Hahahaha, just saw the test night, then this... Cant help it, it was a bit funny :D Thanks for good vids dude :)

@mikec.6460 5 лет назад

Looks very nice

@Casual_BackPacking 3 года назад

can this be water prooffed?

@pew-pew-punisher152 2 года назад

Does this tent come with tent poles?

@barbaraburleson9969 5 лет назад

Do u not camp any more?? Miss those videos

@g.rodriguez7445 5 лет назад

I don't consider $55 for a 2 man tent great 🤨 Maybe for a 4 man tent. Look at the bottom of the tent, the well is low. I look for tents with a high well, means they are more water resistant.... 6-8inches.... The Sierra Nevadas have summertime monsoons, especially at higher elevations (12-14000 ft).... I'm not a backpacker, I'm more of a camper.... How does the tent hold up in bear country???? 🤔

@cgriggsiv 5 лет назад

I have the country River original version and homemade wanderlust she did a video on the 2.0 I had no idea that there is now a 2.2 version which actually looks a lot better than the first two but you are correct if it had another door it would be a whole lot better and maybe a vestibule to do a little cooking in

@elsagarris1691 5 лет назад

Dixie reviews this tent awhile back and I had to buy it. It’s great lightweight and comfortable for both me and my girlfriend with our bike packing gear.

@opalprestonshirley1700 5 лет назад

Nice looking tent. Looking forward to how it does. Thanks Luke.

@Berniewojewski 5 лет назад

No poles come with the tent?

@eugenerob8492 5 лет назад

Nice looking tent have on very similar

@onetimeoutdoorsdj1394 5 лет назад

Can you do some reviews on hammocks

@1337Mo 5 лет назад

A modern copy of the french F1 army tent you can get cheaper.

@ptonpc 5 лет назад

I've had my French infantry tent for years. As long as it's set up correctly it works well. (My knees are starting to go so I think this year will be its last outing with me)

@just4me333 5 лет назад

Just find two sticks to put in both sides of the door to replace the single pole in the middle...i think it should make in and out much easier..just what I think when u mentioned about the single pole...

@neo57611 5 лет назад

Awsome find! Price great looks like a keeper.

@Stoney_AKA_James 5 лет назад

Perhaps it would be good for someone who has a low-budget/getting started in backpacking(?) But it's better than an old-style military shelter half tent! At a minimum, I would also incorporate a rain fly!