The Cloud Up 2 could be rather cramped for two adults sharing. The floor space would be better for an adult and a child at the most, especially as there is one vestibule to store your kit.

With sloping walls, one door, and one vestibule I don't think this is an ideal tent for two independent adults. They might want to look at two-door two-vestibule options, Naturehike have a range such as Cloud-Peak 2, Star-River 2, and Mongar; and 3F UL with their Lanshan 2, Tipi, etc. The only downside I can see is the relatively limited gear storage space. Although the Cloud Up 1 is also a little heavier than some of the other tents we have reviewed, it should be kept in mind that it’s both double-skinned and also freestanding. Taking that into account, both the weight and price of this thing are actually quite impressive. Condensation is the build-up of moisture inside your tent due to differences between the inside and outside temperatures. There are three main sources: Composing of a 7001-aluminium skeleton, 20D nylon and silicon-coated flysheet, the Cloud Up 2 offers a light and convenient option for hiking or mountaineering from spring to autumn. The Cloud up 2 is the swiss army knife of tents in the Naturehike Africa selection. It is compact, lightweight and waterproof. If you're looking for a tent that will protect you from the elements without having to bear the extra weight, the Cloud Up 2 is the one for you.

As you’d expect with an ultralight tent, the Cloud Up 2 material is really thin. Mine hasn’t punctured or ripped yet, but I’m always very careful about clearing the pitch space of sharps before setting it up. And definitely use the ground sheet with the Cloud Up 2! The lightweight stakes included with the Cloud Up 2 are decent enough, but did eventually bend over time.

Aside from that, the poles are made of standard 7001 series aluminum, which, although reliable, is nothing extraordinary. There is a single ventilation window in the tent to reduce condensation and increase ventilation. However, you will have a minor condensation issue unless you buy the upgraded version, especially if you close the front door. Finally, the inner roof of the tent is lined with b3 mesh to keep it well ventilated and keep the mosquitos out.The now well-recognized providers of outdoor equipment had a humble beginning. Founded in 2010, the company has strived to provide its customers with the highest quality while maintaining the lightweight nature of its tents. No tents are perfect, though, so I promise to be honest as I break down how this tent performs in the great outdoors. Waterproofing & Wind Resistance When comparing the weights of these two tents, you’ve got to consider that the FlyCreek HV UL doesn’t come with a ground sheet (which you will need to use because of the thin floor). The current version with more structure, side-stability and ventilation has some advantages over my version. Even so I remain delighted with mine and have no intention of replacing it.

WATERPROOF: 20D nylon rain fly & bathtub with PU 4000 coating is better in waterproof and firmer than you expected. Weatherproof material with factory-sealed seams keeps you dry and comfortable in all season&all weather conditions! Waterproof Camping Gear & Kit Repairs At Wood To Water, we consider keeping your kit dry and usable one of the most important things when out on the trail. We have a wide range of dry bags, waterproof map cases and waterproof material and waterproofing treatments like Nikwax, to keep your gear free from water and dirt. Read More The most important reason why we recommend this tent for any individual is its exceedingly low price. As a matter of fact, compared with other similarly designed tents, it is about one-third the price of its competitors. However, what’s more important is the value the Cloud Up 2 offers at an affordable price. I’ve been doing more cold-weather camping recently and two adult winter sleeping bags won’t fit in the Cloud Up 2. I spend a lot of time looking at lightweight 3p tents and couldn’t find anything else that I liked and was affordable. So, I ended up getting the Cloud Up 3p too. Before we continue, you must be familiar with the most critical rule when purchasing a tent. The rule states that when you decide to buy a tent, always get one size larger than the number of people you are taking. For this reason, even though this tent is technically for two people, we would advise you to think of it as a single-person tent for maximum comfort.

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Moreover, because this shelter has just one vestibule, your gear space is quite limited, so you’ll likely need to stash a lot of your gear outside at night. More Vents on the Cloud Up 3. I never had condensation issues even with my old version of the Cloud Up 2, so this feature probably only matters if you are winter camping.