Just got a cape and accompanying bugnet a few months ago myself. I am of a like-mind, I've tried many different things over the decades. Started out with two person tents that weighed 6 lb. Moved to one person tents that weighed close to 3 lb. Tried Bivy shelters that I liked a lot except the lack of room (can't situp to even change a shirt) and the way you get into them. Tried a hammock for a while. Finally settled on the idea of cowboy camping with the net in good weather and then having the cape obviously for bad weather. Seems like the perfect setup except would be nice to have maybe a little bit more room but there are trade-offs with everything. Seems to be the perfect setup in my mind for backpacking. Oh yeah, you've probably already done this but just in case don't forget the seam seal that. 🙂
@@arkansasoutdoorschannel1867 Wow. That is nice. Didn't even know it existed. My one complaint with that design would be no separate bugnet. I like camping with no tarp when I can but don't like bugs and other things crawling on me if I can avoid it while sleeping. Awesome wieght, not sure how I could ever justify the cost though. Thanks for the tip.
@@arkansasoutdoorschannel1867 So after a few days of more research I broke down and bought a blemished version of the Protrail li. Lots of added pluses with only two negatives that I can see. Cost and no separate bugnet. Never would have even know about this unless you mentioned it so again thanks for the tip. Huh.. looking at the time stamp I guess it was only a day. 🙂
Nice review! I have the lunar solo as well as a two door design but this gateway cape and serenity net is my favorite because of its flexibility. The cape works great as rain gear and keeps my pack dry. I keep mine in my daypack as one of my 10 essentials, and have taken it backpacking as well. I really enjoyed your review.
Great review! I've been considering the Gatewood/Serenity vs the Six Moon Designs Lunar Solo tent. I'm looking forward to seeing your continuing reviews of this setup. I'm not sure about the practical use of the Gatewood as a legitimate piece of RAIN GEAR, though. It would seem to be a hassle to setup if it had already started to rain (i.e, you're standing in the rain without any rain jacket). lol However, it's light and VERY packable! Everyone who buys this setup seems to like it, so maybe I should just get both this AND the Lunar? (I wish! hehe) SUBSCRIBED!!!
Im not 100% sold on it in a wet environment either. Im sure it would work as a cape and Im sure it would work as a shelter but Im not sure it should be both. I like the looks of the Lunar as well and might try one one day. However I just got my first DCF tent today and Im going out to review it this weekend.
@@arkansasoutdoorschannel1867 I'll keep following to see your additional input on the Gatewood/Serenity, as well as the DCF tent. If the Gatewood isn't practical as rain gear, I'd probably go with the Lunar Solo. It's only a few ounces heavier, easier to set-up, has a lot more interior room, and is quite a bit LESS EXPENSIVE. DCF is really cool, but I can't justify the price to save less than a pound and have less durability/longevity. However, both setups are more packable & light weight, if you NEED those attributes. Looking forward to seeing your ongoing content. THANKS!!!
@@sissydreams7494 theoretically if it’s raining when you get to camp you peg it out from inside, then set up mesh tent from the inside too, a bit cramped but people do it, then if it’s raining when you leave, you pack up all your other things, then the net, then finally unpeg the poncho then head off with the trekking pole in hand, I doubt you’ll avoid all rain, but then it’s just a poncho I guess
Just used my Gatewood Cape last weekend in snow.. it was snow and ice packed trails with up to a foot of snow off trail. I used the cape with my Bristlecone bivy and it was perfect!! I posted a short video clip of it set up on my channel. I do have the Serenity net but figure use that in summer months when bugs be nasty. So far, I am loving the Gatewood Cape. Nice job on the review.. good luck with it!!!
Just curious - could you use a couple magnets to "attach" the netting to the outside in order to pull it away from your head and feet? Probably wouldn't have to be super-strong, and possibly wrapped in tape or maybe two tiny soft draw-string bags to prevent material abrasion?? Just a thought? I LOVE this setup - I want to order one myself and try it out soon. Thanks for an awesome review!
Looks a bit small for anyone near 6 foot tall tbh, the mesh should come with a way to attach it to the inside of the poncho where the loops are, I mean they’ve put the loops in already 🤔
@@arkansasoutdoorschannel1867 they would need to use the tie-outs at both ends for sure, or a waterproof jacket over their feet to keep their bag/quilt from brushing against the tarp, and a hat draped over their head/face to hold the net/moisture/mosquitos off their head and face?
This is the best review I have found on this combo 👍🏻
Thank you. I hope it helped you make a decision on what to get.
Just got a cape and accompanying bugnet a few months ago myself. I am of a like-mind, I've tried many different things over the decades. Started out with two person tents that weighed 6 lb. Moved to one person tents that weighed close to 3 lb. Tried Bivy shelters that I liked a lot except the lack of room (can't situp to even change a shirt) and the way you get into them. Tried a hammock for a while. Finally settled on the idea of cowboy camping with the net in good weather and then having the cape obviously for bad weather. Seems like the perfect setup except would be nice to have maybe a little bit more room but there are trade-offs with everything. Seems to be the perfect setup in my mind for backpacking.
Oh yeah, you've probably already done this but just in case don't forget the seam seal that. 🙂
I really like the idea behind this product but I have switched to the Tarptent Protrail Li and it is my favorite tent type shelter now.
@@arkansasoutdoorschannel1867 Wow. That is nice. Didn't even know it existed.
My one complaint with that design would be no separate bugnet. I like camping with no tarp when I can but don't like bugs and other things crawling on me if I can avoid it while sleeping.
Awesome wieght, not sure how I could ever justify the cost though.
Thanks for the tip.
@@arkansasoutdoorschannel1867 So after a few days of more research I broke down and bought a blemished version of the Protrail li. Lots of added pluses with only two negatives that I can see. Cost and no separate bugnet. Never would have even know about this unless you mentioned it so again thanks for the tip.
Huh.. looking at the time stamp I guess it was only a day. 🙂
Nice review! I have the lunar solo as well as a two door design but this gateway cape and serenity net is my favorite because of its flexibility. The cape works great as rain gear and keeps my pack dry. I keep mine in my daypack as one of my 10 essentials, and have taken it backpacking as well.
I really enjoyed your review.
Thank you! I am glad you liked the video.
Good quality review. Great work thank you. I have the Gatewood cape and @ 6' -0" I can just about fit. Despite this, love my Gatewood cape.
Right on
Thanks for this great review, really got me thinking where to spend my money, to lighten up a bit. keep safe.
Glad I could help
Suggestion sew a button on net and maybe another one to put in loop problem solved with zingit line would work fine.
Great video fellow Arkansan
Thank you. I have some other backpacking gear videos if youre interested.
Great review! I've been considering the Gatewood/Serenity vs the Six Moon Designs Lunar Solo tent. I'm looking forward to seeing your continuing reviews of this setup. I'm not sure about the practical use of the Gatewood as a legitimate piece of RAIN GEAR, though. It would seem to be a hassle to setup if it had already started to rain (i.e, you're standing in the rain without any rain jacket). lol However, it's light and VERY packable! Everyone who buys this setup seems to like it, so maybe I should just get both this AND the Lunar? (I wish! hehe) SUBSCRIBED!!!
Im not 100% sold on it in a wet environment either. Im sure it would work as a cape and Im sure it would work as a shelter but Im not sure it should be both. I like the looks of the Lunar as well and might try one one day. However I just got my first DCF tent today and Im going out to review it this weekend.
@@arkansasoutdoorschannel1867 I'll keep following to see your additional input on the Gatewood/Serenity, as well as the DCF tent. If the Gatewood isn't practical as rain gear, I'd probably go with the Lunar Solo. It's only a few ounces heavier, easier to set-up, has a lot more interior room, and is quite a bit LESS EXPENSIVE. DCF is really cool, but I can't justify the price to save less than a pound and have less durability/longevity. However, both setups are more packable & light weight, if you NEED those attributes. Looking forward to seeing your ongoing content. THANKS!!!
@@sissydreams7494 theoretically if it’s raining when you get to camp you peg it out from inside, then set up mesh tent from the inside too, a bit cramped but people do it, then if it’s raining when you leave, you pack up all your other things, then the net, then finally unpeg the poncho then head off with the trekking pole in hand, I doubt you’ll avoid all rain, but then it’s just a poncho I guess
Great review, thanks for the content 🙏👍
Glad you enjoyed it
Looks like a cool set up.
It seems to be a pretty cool system. I cant wait to test it in weather and see.
Just used my Gatewood Cape last weekend in snow.. it was snow and ice packed trails with up to a foot of snow off trail. I used the cape with my Bristlecone bivy and it was perfect!! I posted a short video clip of it set up on my channel. I do have the Serenity net but figure use that in summer months when bugs be nasty. So far, I am loving the Gatewood Cape.
Nice job on the review.. good luck with it!!!
It looks kind of tight in there for an extended stay, should that be necessary. How tall are you?
Just curious - could you use a couple magnets to "attach" the netting to the outside in order to pull it away from your head and feet? Probably wouldn't have to be super-strong, and possibly wrapped in tape or maybe two tiny soft draw-string bags to prevent material abrasion?? Just a thought? I LOVE this setup - I want to order one myself and try it out soon. Thanks for an awesome review!
Something like that would work
Looks a bit small for anyone near 6 foot tall tbh, the mesh should come with a way to attach it to the inside of the poncho where the loops are, I mean they’ve put the loops in already 🤔
It would be tight for someone over 6ft. I have read that some over 6ft. have made it work but I dont know how they did it.
@@arkansasoutdoorschannel1867 they would need to use the tie-outs at both ends for sure, or a waterproof jacket over their feet to keep their bag/quilt from brushing against the tarp, and a hat draped over their head/face to hold the net/moisture/mosquitos off their head and face?
How tall are you good ser?
I am between 5’10” and 5’11”
What is your height?
I am between 5’10” and 5’11”
Sleep with a truckers hat. That will keep net off your head. How much does it weigh.
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