Why is this TENT so popular?

Why is this TENT so popular?

The 3FUL Gear Lanshan Pro 2 tent....is now arguably the most popular tent for wild camping in the UK. It's loved by many but why has this tent been so successful. Is it the best lightweight tent? Is it the the best budget tent...is it the best tent for backpacking or wild camping? Is it the best trekking pole tent? In this video i look at some of the reasons why i think it's such a popular choice for campers.

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[barbarannjessep]

I have this tent but is doubled walled and love it, used it on dartmoor in freezing conditions and it was amazing .Have the one man version which I love even more. Very quick to put up and very light weight

[steveb]

Paul if you don’t use trekking poles you can get lightweight poles to replace them.
I do love the colour. It works well for a lot of different terrains.
As to gear, I do research and check YouTube for reviews.
Unfortunately I was rather addicted to buying gear, but I’ve trimmed down and got rid of a lot of unnecessary gadgets, except for my beloved tiny pump!👍🏼

[Yer_Da_]

The only tent I've ever bought - happy with my purchase - a well designed and hardy tent - had it stand up to 50mph winds on Kinder Scout. Probably not great in really cold or snowy conditions but I'm no expert.

[pauljordan]

I’ve just used this on the Fjällräven Classic Sweden, 3 season version was used, this tent is very very good and stood up to torrential rain and high wind. I had one minor leak, but I hadn’t seam sealed the tent. I will now seam seal and I am certain it will be even better. Lots of room and also I have used it in winter at around -10. I recommend it 100%

[FuttFel]

I recently bought this one, but in green. I haven't seam-sealed it yet but I'm itching to take it out sometime in the fall. I've had the Lanshan 1 Pro for about a year and a half now and used it in just about every kind of environment and season. I've camped in it in pine forests, on an island after a day of fishing, out near the Swedish mountains Sylarna (alpine environment, windy as heck), in the snow and most recently in Norway on a hike to Glittertinden at 2452 meters above sea level. And so on. It's held up extremely well, even when subjected to some serious gusts up in the mountains. (I wouldn't recommend using it in such environments unless you know what you're doing) It punches way above it's price. The stitching on mine is perfect, the materials feel really sturdy and you know you can trust the YKK zippers. Overall, superb tents! Only thing I would replace is the plastic hook at the doors, as that is a weak point. I took mine off and put a small carabiner here instead so I can easily unhook one or both sides. After that I no longer have to worry about this plastic hook failing.

[denisestarr]

I love mine.
I got the lanshan 2, the double wall.
Even got a winter liner for it .

[anangrysalad]

Step 1: Research the one you want
Step 2: Crippling doubt
Step 3: Look at alternatives
Step 4: Repeat step 2
Step 5: Buy the one you want and cross everything you were right

Jokes aside, I think the issue with tents (and other gear) you can't really test them for yourself first and its quite pricey so hunting for a bargain takes extra time on top of everything else

[rochelleparkes]

I do a combo - Quick look a price range on general retailer websites; then read general blogs/reviews of tents for my needs; then also look at reviews of specific items on retailer websites and try and determine which are appropriate (understanding that sometimes people just have a bad experience or unreasonable expectations, or actually not that familiar/practical with camping/specific types of tents). Then look for offers and discounts.

[johnlewis]

Paul I watch you and a couple of other YouTubers and search for buyers reviews. But your reviews are so user friendly. You’ve said something here that I didn’t think of. I’ve been looking at this tent for about 8 months been on the cusp but unsure - flag 1 - but then you said just one thing about if you’re not a walking pole person you wouldn’t bother and that’s it I’m not a walking pole person yet I was still considering this tent and thinking about learning to use poles, which I also were fond of.
Cheers Paul you’ve helped me there.

[DonP_is_lostagain]

One of the advantages to a trekking pole tent (and what may make them so popular besides the price) is that if one of your trekking poles breaks, you can always use a sturdy stick. And it's far easier to replace a trekking pole than a tent pole, especially when you're on a 2000+ mile trek. Although the seems to be more of an advantage here in the States than in the UK. Most of the towns near to one of our long trails (like the AT or PCT) have either a Walmart, Target, or outdoor store where you can grab a trekking pole.

As for buying tents, I'm more of a hammock guy, though there are trails and camping areas where a hammock just won't work. So, I look at the tents I'm considering, and then do a search on YT for reviews of it. And base my decision on those, plus other online reviews.

[MagicBollocks]

I have the 2-layer non-pro version, 3 years old now. Seam-sealed it myself (badly). Just got back from a week-long hike in the lake district where every stop was a night-long torrential downpour of rain. Damn thing didn't let a drip through. So impressed. When it finally wears out I will deffo but another.

[jdhiker]

I love my lanshan mate ..had no issues with condensation whatsoever👍

[norseman]

I personally can't stand soaking wet fly with condensation flapping wet droplets all over sleeping bag n kit... So having tried the lanshan pro s ... I sold em both 1 n 2... I don't wanna wake up wet in my tent ... And yes I tried sponges etc ... The trouble is.. the whole inside feels wet. I much prefer the Sierra designs high route

[jimpannell]

I watch a few videos before buying a product. Once I've found enough 'evidence' that it would suit my use case, I make the purchase. But there are times when I get a little too excited by a product and buy it anyway, only to later discover that I didn't really need it :-).
I certainly trust your reviews though, Paul. Keep em coming - love the channel.

[everyoneknowsadave]

The zipper arrangement has long been a source of angst with us Lanshan 2 fans....however they stuck to the j type door probably to keep the weight down. The four season inner really does work.... i have one on my standard Lanshan 2 and i measured a 20F degree difference between inside and out one night (frigid 26 F to a sleep-able 46 F (-3 C --> 8 C )) Im surprised you not a fan of trekking poles.... they really do work if you learn to use them properly .... especially good on down hill sections where it really starts telling on the knees.... great review as always Paul 👍👍

[OutsideChronicles]

I have been happy with my Paria Bryce 1p. I have not made the leap to a trekking pole tent, but I may have to give this tent a try. Thanks for the honest walkthrough.

[paulgerard]

We've got the doubled walled version and used for for our 'through-hike' of the West Highland Way in April. We were lucky with the weather, but were very pleased with how the Lanshan worked for the two of us. I've made a couple of mods to the guy lines, as we didn't get on with the door hook, and bought a couple of longer groundhog stakes for the main guylines as I wasn't confident in the little stakes it came with. Very pleased with what we have now, can't wait to get out with it again.

[derekgrant]

Actually I've bought a lot of kit after seeing your videos. Obviously know your stuff and if you say it's good that's good enough for me. Keep up the good work/great videos

[ajaytranter]

We need a messner branded budget tent I’d buy definitely

[paulyates]

Reviews for tents or anything else for that matter are always the best way to go for me that way you can weed out the bs from the genuine one's