Wednesday, May 31, 2023

Why Hasn't Anyone Else Done This Before? - 3FUL Gear Taiji 2 First Look


Imagine a tent that's large, fairly lightweight and can be used in the Summer as well as the winter and get this, it's crazy expensive!

3FUL is a company who has a growing fanbase within the outdoor community as their reputation is a good one. They are known for making good quality gear at a fair price and today, we are taking a look at a 2 person, freestanding tent called the Taiji.

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3FUL Gear Taiji 2 - 2 Person Freestanding Tent - First Look

Colors : Green, Khaki, and Grey White

Versions
3 season mesh version
4 season fabric version

Materials :
Fly : 15D silicone outside/PU Ripstop Nylon inside 
Inner : 20D Nylon Mesh
Aluminum Poles and Stakes 
YKK Zippers
Duraflex Buckles

HSHR : 5,000

Dimensions Stored : 17.7"*6.3"

Dimensions Set Up : 7'1"(L)*4'5"(W)*3'11"(H)

Weight :
4lbs 4.5oz for full tent, poles and stakes
5.1oz for the groundsheet 

Price
Amazon - $214 for the green and white 3 season version 
$222 for 3 season version 
$230 for 4 season

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Mentionable Features
2 persons 
2 door 
- Removable and replaceable inner - you can go from the mesh 3 season version to the 4th season version when it begins to cool down. If you want to purchase a 4 season inner for your 3 season Taiji, it would cost $105. 
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Impressions :
Construction Quality : Thoughts in video
Set up : The set up of this tent is simple, easy and straightforward.
Size : This is a large tent, larger than most 2 person tents - large enough for Susie and I, our pads, our backpacks and even our shoes.
Weight : On paper 4lbs sounds somewhat heavy but when you factor in just how large this tent is, the weight isn’t bad at all.
Material Quality : The materials that make up this tent are top notch. Best of the best.
Ventilation / Condensation :  Ventilation is very, very good!  Condensation is possible with any tent but it’s impressively controlled. Also, the fly pulls away from the body enough so that it isn’t an issue if condensation is present. 
Wind Resistance : Based on my testing so far, the only issue that I have is wind resistance.  The fly doesn’t have any guy line placements so in strong winds, the front and back walls of the tent can be blown inwards.  There are guy line placements on the poles and while that’s great, nothing is going to stop the movement of fabric.  Recently I had this tent out in the Utah Desert and we were camping up on a shelf with moderate winds around 15 mph with 25 mph gusts and experienced the walls coming in as mentioned.  While you can stake them out, there is no way to pull them out and away from the tent.
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Summary
So far folks, I like what I am seeing with this tent; 3FUL tends to make very good gear and the Taiji is looking great so far.

One aspect that I am interested in learning is whether this tent is waterproof; according to the company the HSHR is high so in theory it should handle even heavy rain with no issues.  

Soon, I will test this out so stay tuned for an upcoming test night episode.  
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Monday, May 29, 2023

From the Grand Canyon to North Carolina - 2,000 Miles Home - Heavy Rain ...


This adventure picks up in Arizona, outside of the Grand Canyon and as our travels in the West are coming to an end, we decide to explore parts of New Mexico. This is the end of the first road trip of 2023! #vanlife #livingthevanlife #vancamping #utah #canon #roadtrip #roadtrips #roadtripusa #crosscountry #ford #fordtransit #canon ... Gear List : Camera Equipment : - Canon R5 : https://amzn.to/2Vy42GO - R5 Batteries : https://amzn.to/3ttqr4s - Canon RF 24-70 2.8 Lens : https://amzn.to/2Vy49Ce - Canon RF 100M 2.8 Macro Lens : https://amzn.to/2VuQ8VT - Canon R5 Memory Card : https://amzn.to/2VsOsvV - GoPro 10 : https://amzn.to/3BSAJhZ - GoPro Batteries : https://amzn.to/3jPJba9 - GoPro Wind Cover : https://amzn.to/3AtoN58 - SIRUI Carbon Fiber Travel 5C Tripod : https://amzn.to/3BEahZX - POVGear GoPro Stick : https://amzn.to/2VKFeLk - USB Fan SmartDevil : https://amzn.to/3yYYpje - MixPresso Coffee Maker : https://amzn.to/3C0pCGG - Camp Chef Sherpa Camp Table & Organizer : https://amzn.to/3dlpIhN - Dewalt Air Compressor : https://amzn.to/34czT0h - Dewalt Batteries : https://amzn.to/3wAtOHn - Gas One GS-3900P Dual Fuel Stove : https://amzn.to/3z33s24 - Butane Fuel : https://amzn.to/3oTpWyw - Propane Fuel Canisters 4 Pack : https://amzn.to/3iVWoik - GSI Escape Foldable Frying Pan and Pot Kit : https://amzn.to/3Afb4l9 - Dometic CFX45 Fridge/Freezer : https://amzn.to/3BZl8QL - Sporntneer Table : https://amzn.to/3QgwLH6 - OneTigris Folding Chair : https://amzn.to/3yr40Po - Bluetti Power Station : https://amzn.to/3JOHZQP - Bluetti 230 Expansion Battery : https://amzn.to/3SGw23D - Insulated Coffee Cup : https://amzn.to/337pJBl - Skeeter Beater Mesh Door Coverings : https://theskeeterbeater.com - Air Vent Cab Inserts : These are hard to find now. - ThermoPro TP50 Digital Hygrometer Thermometer : https://amzn.to/3Ii4Q6C - NatureHike Stove : https://amzn.to/3vWtwwz - TOAKS Titanium Long Handle Spoon with Polished Bowl : https://amzn.to/3vcItrL - MoonShade Awning : https://amzn.to/3SIbfwD - Maxpedition Ironstorm Duffle : https://amzn.to/37UKqiD - Gregory Miwok 24 : https://amzn.to/3uh3WyC - Toilet Bucket : https://amzn.to/3wIgnoT - Trash Bags for Toilet : https://amzn.to/3z363Jm - Odor Bio-Blue for Toilet : https://amzn.to/3iU89FT - Cat Litter : https://amzn.to/3ga1vcX - Smart Bottle 5 Gallon Water Bag : https://amzn.to/2XaL2yS - Oakley Men's Gradient Flak Jacket 03-881 Black Wrap Sunglasses : https://amzn.to/3yGy6Pk - Fenix Lantern : https://amzn.to/3xVMlj9 - PETZL ACTIK CORE Rechargeable Headlamp : https://amzn.to/3vYdDWT - Nitecore TUP 1000 Lumen Keychain Flashlight : https://amzn.to/3QvW73P - NiteCore Power Bank : https://amzn.to/3B4hiD0 - Permethrin for Clothing and Gear : https://amzn.to/37V3FvQ These links will support TOGR via the Amazon Affiliate program. ... Merch Store : Want to support TOGR, buy a shirt, hoodie, hat, etc. Merch Store : https://the-outdoor-gear-review.myspreadshop.com/ ....... 100% Agenda Free : This channel is Agenda Free and is fully supported by the viewers. Support TOGR through Patreon : https://www.patreon.com/TOGR or Support TOGR through YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpmbA7yNOl7aTj_ffkaWWag/join ... Come Join Us on Facebook, Twitter Instagram : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Outdoor-Gear-Review/281509538652229 Twitter : https://twitter.com/OutdoorGearRev Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/theoutdoorgearreview/

Saturday, May 27, 2023

Trail Cams - Searching for Evidence in a Thunderstorm - Search For Bigfo...


For this week's adventure, Luke is going back to the Green Forest for part 3 of the Viewer Requested Series Called The Search For Bigfoot.

With all of the strange experiences and sounds that have been heard here, could they be the mysterious creature known as Bigfoot or was it something else?

In this episode, Luke retrieves the trail cameras that he placed across the mountain and discovers some interesting findings.

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Thursday, May 25, 2023

A Very Very Unusual 4 Season Tent - OneTigris Nebula Tent First Look


8 Poles?
Doesn't Keep the Bugs out?

What I have today is one of three new 4th season tents from OneTigris which they are referring to as the Black Tigris Series. 

This is the Nebula Tent and it is certainly not what I expected

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Nebula Tent Details

As mentioned, with these new series of tents, there are three models;
 
The Stella 
The Nebula
The Cometa

With these shelters, they are 4th season tents meaning that they are going to excel in cold weather conditions.

Person : 2 

Doors : 2 

Included
Stuff Sack
14 Tent Stakes 
10 guy lines
8 Aluminum poles - 2 4.1ft, 2 5.2ft 4 tent frame poles
Detachable footprint

Materials
Fly - 40D Silicone treated Nylon with single-sided silicone coating
Inner - 40D Nylon
YKK Zippers
68D Polyester Footprint for the Black version.  The Multicam Version comes with a 150D Oxford Fabric footprint 

Waterproof Rating : 3000mm HSH

Dimensions : 13.1ft by 7.8ft by 5.2ft
Confirm Measure in Video

Folded Dimensions : 22” long x 8” wide

Weight : 12.7lbs

Colors : Black and Licensed Multicam 

Price : $270 for black, $780 for the licensed Multicam

Features
Reinforced Stitching at all points
Windows / ventilation 
Of the Black Tigris Series, the company claims that the Nebula is the Sturdiest of them all
Made for overlanding and even Motorcycle trips
Designed for all types of weather
Room for 2 campers or 1 cot (confirm)
Double Peak 
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Tuesday, May 23, 2023

Did Feiwood Make a Better Chest Rig? - Helikon-Tex Numbat Competitor - F...


This is VERSUS and in this episode Luke is comparing the Helikon-Tex Numbat Chest Rig to the Chinese Feiwood Gear Version.

You'll be shocked at the Differences and also, the Similarities. 

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Saturday, May 20, 2023

Out of Options - Forced to Hunker Down - Surviving the Desert Assault - ...


In this adventure Luke is off-trail in the Utah Desert and has reached the point of no return...

He's out of options and has nowhere to go as the Desert begins its' Assault.  

This is the Forced to Hunker Down, Surviving the Desert Assault Backpacking Adventure. 

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Thursday, May 18, 2023

INSANE - I've Never Seen a Tent Set Up This Fast - Naturehike Canyon 1P ...


This is the fastest pop-up tent that I have ever seen!

What I have today is an instant popup style tent that sets up fast and here’s the kicker, it doesn’t weigh a ton.  With the majority of tents that fall into this category, they tend to weigh a lot and that’s where this tent breaks the mold…kind of.  I’m speaking of the 1p model, with the 2P version, the weight really becomes noticeable.

As you are about to see, this tent is impressive and bizarre all at the same time.


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Finally a Lightweight Instant Popup Tent - NatureHike Canyon Tent

This is a very interesting tent and in fact, you’re about to see just how interesting it is in this episode.

Person : 1 or 2 person 

Doors : 1 on the 1P and 2 on the 2P 

Included
Storage Bag
7 tent stakes
Tent with body
7 guy lines which come preattached. 

Materials
1P : Silicon treated 20D Nylon Ripstop fly and 70D ripstop Nylon floor
2P : 210T Ripstop Polyester fly and 19t Polyester floor.
Both tents feature a fiberglass pole system

Waterproof Rating : 2000mm HSH

Dimensions
1P : Measure on video
2P : Since I don’t have the 2P version I can’t state accurately what the measurements are.

Folded Dimensions
1P : 18” x 6”
2P : 23.2” x 7.8” 

Weight
1P : 3.3lbs
2P : 7.2lbs

Colors : Brown for the 1P, Brown, Green and Red for the 2P

Price
$155 for the 1P on Aliexpress
$160 for the 2P on Amazon
$190 for the 2P on NH’s Web site

I would love to see NH consolidate all of their products; they produce so much and their products seem to pop up all over the place and also disappear.  

One day a tent will be on their website, the next day it is gone.  Then it’s on Amazon and then it's gone but it pops up on Aliexpress.  

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Monday, May 15, 2023

A ThunderStorm Approaches and I'm Forced to Set Up a Quick Tarp Shelter


In this Storm Adventure Episode, Luke is working when the weather takes a turn for the worst forcing him to set up a quick tarp shelter!

Within minutes the cloud-level drops, lightning is crashing and rain begins to fall!

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I'm going to do my best to put gear lists into all of my videos since everyone is asking for them all the time.  

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Saturday, May 13, 2023

Overlanding to Utah's Red Desert : Road Trip and Van Camping Adventure


Our Destination is the Red Deserts of Utah and along the way we'll be Camping at rest areas, city parks and more.

It all begins here, the first road trip of 2023! 
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Thursday, May 11, 2023

Finally an Inexpensive 4 Season Tent - OneTigris Stella Tent First Look


This is the Stella Tent from OneTigris which may be one of the most important tents to come out in years.

A good quality budget friendly 4th season tent?

This tent could be a VERY big deal for the outdoor community!

What I have today is one of 3 new 4 season tents from OneTigris which they are referring to as the Black Tigris Series. The tagline for this series says Experience the Mystery, Embrace the Comfort.  

I have no clue what Experience the Mystery means but anyways, as soon as I saw that these tents hit the market, I was VERY interested!  

Not only do these tents look awesome in terms of design and functionality but their prices are very fair if they perform as well as I hope they do.

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OneTigris Stella Tent 


With these new series of tents, there are three models;
 
The sella 
The Nebula
The Cometa

Person : 2 

Doors : 2 

Included
- Stuff Sack
- 10 Tent Stakes 
- 4 guy lines
- Aluminum poles 

Materials
- Fly - 20D Silicone treated Nylon with single-sided
silicone coating
- Inner - 20D Nylon
- Floor - 40D Nylon - (the company also claims the floor is made from polyester on their web site which I believe is a typo)
- YKK Zippers

Waterproof Rating : 3000mm HSH

Dimensions
6.9’ long x 4.2’ wide and 3.8’

Folded Dimensions : 18” x 6”

Weight : 4.4lbs

Colors : Black

Price : $189
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Tuesday, May 9, 2023

What Others Won't / Can't Say - Gazelle T3X Tent Review - Pros and Major...


After thoroughly testing the Gazalle T3X tent, TOGR is unfortunately unable to recommend it to anyone for a high number of important reasons.

This Tent Has Serious Problems.

This is the Agenda Free Review of a very disappointing tent.

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Saturday, May 6, 2023

⚡ ⛈️ ☠️ 14 Days - Overlanding & Backpacking Colorado & South Dakota


Get Ready to experience quickly changing weather conditions which includes Brutal Heat, Mountain Forest Flooding, Desert Flooding, and More Await.

Unfortunately Life will be Lost in the same condition that Luke and Susie experience...

In this Epic Movie Adventure, TOGR is heading out West and are storm camping across the country.  

This Movie features all three components of the South Dakota and Colorado series including the Overlanding and Backpacking adventures.

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Thursday, May 4, 2023

It's a No Brainer - Light, Comfortable, Inexpensive - Teton Sports Camp ...


Over the last couple of years I have been testing out the Teton Sports Camp Pillow and in this review, I'm going over the pros and cons.

Would you use one on the trail or in your vehicle?

The Agenda Free Review Begins now. 

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Teton Sports Camp Pillow Review
What it is : Luke is back with another review and this time, he’s reviewing a camp pillow from Teton Sports.  

Find out in this episode all that it does right and areas where it may fall behind.

Materials
Fill : SuperLoft Elite 4-Channel Hollow Fiber    
Inner Shell that’s around the insulation : P5 Poly Hi–Count
Outer Shell Outer: 100% Brushed Flannel with Envelope-Style Opening
Storage Bag : Taffeta Stuff Sack with Drawstring Closure

Dimensions Stored : 4" x 7" x 9"

Dimensions Unfolded : 12” x 18” x about 3” 

Weight : .8lb

Colors : - Black and red flannel 
Brown and red flannel 
Yellow and green
Grey and red

Price : $18

Review Pros :
very comfortable - more comfortable than many down filled pillows that I have tested out that are much more expensive. 
lightweight 
Overall size is good
Fabric is very comfortable and feels good against the skin
handles being compressed very well - I’ve had this for 2 years, it has always been compressed and it is still comfortable 
Fluffs up very good considering that it is a synthetic material 
When folded in half, it offers a lot cushion
Works great in a tent and just as well in a hammock.
- Has done a great job of retaining its shape even after 2 years of use.
- Quiet - doesn’t make any noise when moving around and making adjustments. That’s not going to be the case with all camp pillows.
- Machine washable 
- Price is good
- Lifetime warranty 
- Storage bag is large enough for the pillow to fit back into it easily

Review Cons : 
I mentioned that it isn’t heavy and that’s true but it is bulky
Will require as much care and maintenance as a real pillow.  But you don’t have to worry about puncturing it and it going flat.
Some might complain about the size but it’s a camp pillow - it was designed with a balance in mind - size, weight, compressibility, etc. 
Comfort - I only mentioned this as a con because of this - comfort is going to be subjective and this is especially true with a pillow.  Some want an extra  thick pillow, some want extra firm, or not as firm, softer etc. This is one of those items where some are going to love it and some are going to want something else. 

Summary :
Overall, this is a great camp pillow; it’s not one that I always carry with me when I’m backpacking due to the larger stuff size but when I’m camping in the truck, in Bento or in the Van, this is what I am using. 

The price is good, the size is good, comfortable especially when folded in half.  

The overall size is an important aspect, consider the dimensions so you can decide whether or not it will work for you and your comfort needs.

I can easily give this a thumbs up, it’s a great pillow.
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