I bought this tent 2 years ago, and ended up not needing to camp for the last 2 years. This review helped me get it setup in my yard before I head out to camp for a week. Incredibly well done, and very easy to follow. Thank you!
Just shared this with a friend of mine in West Virginia that keeps losing power during the winter. She's willing explore options to cook and be insulated and such. Thank you for your service to all human kind!
So pretty much what LCA said. I did more of a study than a review on my Hercules. Purchased and pitched in Aug 2019. I left this tent up for 14 months and never had a leak. I like my older version better with the stove jack low and between 2 of the doors, as this allows more open area since the stove can be pushed back farther. A welding matt clipped to the lower seam of the jack works great and I just use 2 45 deg pipe sections. I would never try to fit 8 people in this tent ! While it is spacious I have found it to be very comfortable with two cots. This leaves room for the stove, gear, wood, and my two hundred pound plus dogs. But I guess it all depends on how you're using it. It could also use some additional lower vents in my opinion. Just as we started our second winter with the tent pitched we got a snow storm of about 8" which after being left up for fourteen months did snap 3 poles and tore the fly. All in all I would say this is an awesome tent & was worth the money. Had I tarped it in the summer, it would not have suffered the UV degradation that caused the damage. A note on the Winnerwell stove, I also have that stove and love it ! I did make some legs extensions with 1" square tube to raise it up about a foot which is so much better. You pretty much have to get your head down 12" from the floor to see inside otherwise. We average about 30" of rain & 70" snow here in NE Wa. state.
That’s good to know, real life durability testing! Yeah I only like considering tents where I will be on a chair or a cot, being on the ground isn’t for me.
Best tent review video out here! Thank you so much for this. I've recently picked this tent up, so winter tenting should be fun this year. Keep up the great work
Girl I love the both of you so much! I've been watching all your videos and preordered the hercules for next winter! I love what you said in another video about extending your outdoor season. In NH it's mostly winter, and this will add 6 more months! Keep making great content! If you two ever want to travel to New England you have support here ❤️
We love NH! It's one of our favorite states we've visited! We recently moved to the Northwoods of Wisconsin where it seems to be perma-winter here too so I'm glad we came prepared with the hot tent! I'm excited to hear you pre-ordered your Hercules! Let me know how it goes! What stove did you end up going with?
I've been curious about the hercules hot tent. Thanks for posting this review. This video is the best review out there that I've come across. Job very well done!!!
Love this review! This is exactly what I was looking for. Had been looking on Amazon for something exactly like this, but had issues finding anything similar. Took the family winter camping in Colorado this past year in 13 degree (fahrenheit) temperature with a regular summer tent, and they said "never again". Looking forward to bringing the "A" game this next time around. (Also, extremely helpful notes from you for beginners [myself]: fireproof mat, double-walled pipe, etc.). Would love to see some additional links to recommended stoves, and the double-wall pipe as well. Thanks!
Make sure you read all the reviews on the company first! The warranty and return policy is voided as soon as you open the packaging and thats if youre lucky enough to actually receive your tent!
IMO the ultimate “A Game” tents to battle frigid temperatures are Arctic Oven tents. However, they unfortunately take “A Game Money” to buy them lol. I ordered one once, but came to my senses the next day and remembered that I wasn’t rich and canceled the next day. That’s the closest I came to owning one.
CONT ---- Please note , I worry about a hot spark out of the stove pipe - it could fall onto side of the tent (?) So I am using a long pipe. Plus I am very srltive of the type of firewood. ( No popping sparks sparks allowed to jump about ) My Native tipi --- had a small open fire going in the metal pan--- and a student threw some used paper towels on the fire = they flared up , rose on hot air , and went out the smoke flap hole , falling down on the slope of the tipi wall ! Never, EVER . burn trash paper, etc. in a tipi or a campfire . BUT it did.not create fire ( plus I always have a fire bottle in tipi and a bucket of water outside door for safety. ) Hmmm, and I never packed a parachute wrong in my Navy job. Thanks ,keep up the great reviews Mtn Mel & Molly Blue - - Deweese.
Nice man I pre ordered mine to! And I just got an email today telling me they shipped it!! Getting it in a few days!! Im pumped cant wait to go north and put it up for the test
EXCELLENT - Exact info ! Like YOUR style of reviewing . Good safety tips, etc. Thank You . I have used many types of " shelters " , tents, tipis, etc :in my 50 + yrs survival training , Arctic to Amazon . I like this tents stand up room , as I will be #80 next yr. Ha. ( But not a normal senior. NO golf. NO TV football. I still fly my Powered Para - Glider ! And the American flag, ha. He) I also believe in adding the second pipe for the double wall ! AMEN. I have had reg, Native tipis at my survival camp for yrs. First tipi I got was in 1980, and had it behind the Navy Barracks. The smoke flaps, work , ⁹ etc are. beautiful , but handling , hauling 17 poles are UGH for an old Swabbie . A couple yrs ago I purchased a " one pole "system / special " Swedish tipi style tent that was tested in the Arctic .It can have an " open fire " ( good top venting. ) Or a stove is ok. But it was costly at $2, 800 + Yes, I added that DOUBLE WALL pipe idea - as I could imagine the wind blowing and the material whipping , touching the HOT pipe ! As of this date no problems, ok. And yes I can also so imagine the " pole tubes " filling up with dirt,, etc.. would be a problem. ( I can't believe some foolish camper placing the hot stove over the floor material, real OOPS !) I will order the " Hercules " asap . I will test it at 11,000 ft on the our Grand Mesa. I'm sure my Aussie pup " Molly Blue " will love it . Sincerely " Bravo Zulu " to you. Son of John / Lillian , 1942. " Mtn Mel " , Ret 59-82 , USN SERE- POW / Desert - Mountain - Jungle Inst ./ VN Advisor. Now W. Colorado since 1987. Stop by to visit please.
I agree, the double wall pipe makes me feel safer. I'm surprised how many people skip this item. Sure it's an extra $60 but isn't your life (and gear) worth $60?
Well done,Samantha! You are so lucky because you can buy and use these awesome tents and fabulous stoves. I asking my self when we will can buy that products in Romania!!!
At least you ended up with a tent, we ordered a Hercules in December and we still have nothing.... unbelievable. They have our money and we got nothing. This company is not one I'd ever deal with again and nobody should be promoting them or their products.
@@LoneCrowAdventuresany update on these issues? It looks like the US Distributor is still selling them and even says they won’t take money until the tent is being delivered.. wonder what happened. Quite concerning tho, even one or two stories like this could sink a company without them doing a lot of damage control and speaking out about these issues…
You did an excellent job with this review - moved from one point to the next in a very professional manner. Great job! I have been looking for a new tent for a while - and I believe this is the one for me.
You're welcome. I hope this review videio has helped you learn more about this tent. I known when I bought it there was very little info out there on this tent, so I'm glad to help out any way I can. Hot tent season is right around the corner!!!!
Wow. I gotta say that you did one of the BEST tent reviews Ive ever seen. Was trying to decide between this and the Luxe Megahorn XL. Went with the XL becuase pics of this didnt look like it would hold 4 cots and a woodstove. And......i like the fact that i can set up a teepee by myself pretty easy. Great video and im now subscribing 👍
I agree. The megahorn looks roomier and I think this was a smart choice on your part. I've tried two cots with the wood stove in the Luxe and it feels cramped due to the angel of the sidewalls. Might want to invest in low profile cots!
Yes, they are on backorder now. At least it doesn't get cold until October depending on where you live. A lot of hot tents and stoves are on backorder due to the pandemic multiple supply chain shortages.
I have been looking at this tent, and hot tents in general. I do winter backpacking but I'm a little confused. I was under the impression that for winter you want aluminum poles, not fiber glass. If anyone knows, thanks. Great video. You earned a sub
That's one thing I wished was different about this tent. The fiberglass makes the tent very heavy, I think the poles alone weight 14lbs. Not really too much of a consideration considering the whole tent is 31lbs. But 902 aircraft grade aluminum is used for most high end tents when weight is a consideration, obviously not in this tents case. I know my backpacking tent is made out of DAC aluminum and that allows it to be super lightweight. Fiberglass works fine in the winter so far, just heavy.
I would have put the fireproof mat in the other direction. You want it extended in front of the stove door because that is where you are going to end up with embers landing on the floor.
This tent is top notch! We absolutely love it. It's our favorite tent in our fleet! I'd recommend ordering it now. They are back ordered but if you order now you should get it in time.
Thanks for the GREAT video about this tent. You're really enthusiastic and knowledgeable. Thanks. What is the floor area of this tent? It's supposed to be an 8 person tent right? But with a stove, how many cots can fit without being cramped?
I have ordered the Hercules tent and am anxiously waiting for it. I believe, at this time, that the wait is going to be a very long , it appears that they are manufacturing these tents as they get the orders, there are none on the shelf.
have you looked at the leg extensions for the stove? Will lift the stove higher. I have the same stove, with the mesh pipe protector which runs cool! I dont have the leg extenders. I have the winnerwell heat proof mat which is quite large. I double it over and sandwich a piece of 1/2 inch plywood between. I find this protects the ground sheet. Also, i store wood under the stove which gives added protection, and helps to dry the wood if needed. I have Luxe megahorn 3
I have not looked into leg extensions for the stove since I think it's a good height for our setup. I'm short anyways so I don't mind this height at all. I like have to the stove down close to the floor for sleeping too.
That was a great review. I plan to get the Hercules & live in it full time in the near future. I'm not sure about getting a wood stove. I'm thinking about getting a Buddy propane heater & a 2 burner camp stove. Getting a battery powered CO2 detector for sure. Your review was the first one I’ve seen of the tent 🏕 in use & showing all the features. Thanks. I’m sure it will work for me & my dog long term. We’re looking for adventure & this looks like the perfect 👌 tent. 👍☮️🌞🌲🏕🌲🐾
Please send me some pictures when you start living in it! It sounds exciting! Where are you planning your baaecamp? Also I'd highly recommend a wood stove, you'd be much happier. A buddy heater would be great if your setting up in an area where is is scare or burn bans are in effect. Send pics to lonecrowadventures@gmail.com Thanks!
Hey! Thanks for the compliment! I will get some new content up soon. I just moved to the Northwoods of Wisconsin and am planning some fun trips once we get settled in. Cheers!
Thank you so much for reviewing this tent. I have been considering this tent for shoulder season car camping, but there is so little available on it. Do you use a ground tarp in your setup?
Fantastic review! I have a Pomoly Hex Plus Tipi and Camp Chef stove, however, I've been eye balling this one for a year now. Getting it for my next tent. Any downsides anyone can think of?
@@LoneCrowAdventuresGreat review! I am wondering if the fiberglass poles would last over time compared to aluminum poles? Even so, this tent seems to be a very good value...and half the weight of Cabela's Big Horn III with comparabe features and size.
First video I've seen you do, I ordered one of these tents yesterday and was curious about the headroom getting into it. I"m 6'2" and have their LUXE Megahorn which is hard to get into. NICE JOB on the video, love all the details and honest opinions.
I believe this door arch is higher than the mega horn. I also looked at the megahorn but didn't like that at the time they were not using a ripstop material.
@@LoneCrowAdventures does the non rip stop material mean that once it starts ripping it just goes and goes? I’ve had our tipi up pretty much all summer so he’s been thru all the weather and the material is like paper thin now and my daughter hit it with a cell phone she was tossing to her niece and ripped a huge hole in it and other rips happened as well that I’ve duct taped but yeah it’s toast! Lol
Love your style and review. Nicely done! Just wish someone could make something like this with an easy up type of system and also make it taller. I'm 6', so with just the center section being tall then I'd be a bit cramped inside the tent. Thank you though!
@Lone Crow Adventures are there any issues concerning the length of the Exped MegaMat 10 and the room for up to three people + stove, & gear in the Hercules?
With two exped mega mats long extra wides (lxw) there is no room for another mat. If you went with smaller mats like 22" mats you would be fine for three people but not with the 2 30" wide megamats.
Hello and thank you for this video. I would like a clarification on how to set up this tent. Is the insertion of the poles end in the pins is done gradualy or you insert all pôle and then you insert the pôle end in the pin? And at what stage should we raise the tent? I just tried to mount mine for the first time and broke a pole. thank you very much
I put the poles all the way in and slowly raise it up. You need two people. If you don't have a second person use a rope tied around the center over a tree limb to help you raise it.
Great video! I'm looking to upgrade my winter tent and this is on my list. I looked them up but they don't say, are the seams taped or do you have to tape them yourself? Also, have you hiked any of the North Country Trail?
Yes these tents are seam taped. I've used it in heavy rain with zero leakage. I've hiked the pictured rocks section of the north country trail earlier this fall.
Hi! Great review- I was torn between this tent and the Luxe megahorn, but I am going to go with the Hercules now. I am also going to purchase the wood stove from Luxe as well. You have convinced me to buy the double-wall piping. Do you have any recommendations for which double-wall piping to get? Thanks, Mitchell
This is a brilliant review video - it's really helped us solidify our decision in going for the Hercules over the Nortent Gamme, thanks so much! Just a quick question, what size are your camping cots? Just thinking about the logistics of sleeping arrangements with our german shepherd dog - he's a big floofy monster that does kinda take up a fair bit of space
We don't use cots. We use two 30 inch wide pads which we stack on top of each other during the day as a couch. Enough room for two chairs beside them this way. Pretty roomy.
I own the Luxe Hercules and wish I had gotten the Nortent Gamme instead. This tent barely fits 3 people with a stove and other necessary stuff (small table, ice box, etc.) and we are family of four. I thought I would have more space given this is labeled as 8-person tent. My other tent (REI Kingdom 6) has way more usable space than this tent. Just my two cents for those who are looking for a hot tent for a family size.
Decent tent for the price. Best Hot Tent and truly 4 season in my opinion is made by the Russian Bear Market. A bit expensive but their design features are unmatched.
@@LoneCrowAdventures I think being shut in with this virus just pushed to hit the order button. Amazon has credit card thing I just felt I don't want to just being sitting her watching other people camp? I baby this thing so I'll have it for years and years. I added the vestibule thing for $267 and that really added space and more options. Best to ya!
With the flooring not sealed, what type of insect protection is there? Have you used it in southern states? I would LOVE to buy this, but concerned. We want a NO MESH tent
Bugs WILL get in. When I use this tent it's cold so there are normally bugs but I've used it early in the year and had the crawling variety of bugs get in. Not a ton but if bugs gross you out I wouldn't choose to use it in the summer.
I rented from an outfitter a hot tent tipi but it was really smoky smelling and pipe fitting were lose. So as a general questions, was my experience just old bad equipment or in general are hot tents a smoky camping / outfitting experience? I dont mind some, but this was like annoying bad! Thanks and great video tent review.
Our hot tent has the "hot tent smell" lol which is a pleasant smell we like. Sort of smells like a campfire. Pipe fittings should not be loose though. The tent you rented might have been more smokey smelling because so many people don't know how to use the damper properly, the the tent was probably flooded by smoke on more than one occasion which could contribute to a much stronger odor. Hope that helps.
@@LoneCrowAdventures well I have a tent stove coming and no tent for it yet and this was a great video on the how to do it with stove camping. I think that I am going to be getting the Hercules unless I find a easier set up. But this was the best that I have found in my little bit of searching. Thank you for the reply
I've been thinking about that one, especially the Gamme 6, but the price is pretty steep and they are out of stock again. Seems like a lot of hot tent manufacturers are running low on stock during the pandemic.
@@LoneCrowAdventures Yes, the price is high, but.... Strange yes, here i Norway the sportshops are the big winners during the pandemic. They will not go bankrupt.🤣
Hello and great videos. What is your good weather go to tent. Looking for a tent for all season North Carolina. Probably only a couple times a year. Thanks for your opinions.
I use the Big Agnes Flying Diamond 6 as my primary car camping tent, but I don't think they make it anymore. Recently I tried the Coleman Instant Cabin Tent 6 and really liked it. Here is the link from that video if you want to check it out! ua-cam.com/video/ltsVRUHQDQg/v-deo.html
Hello my friend, can you recommend a smaller tent for winter car camping that has enough room to use a buddy heater? Thanks. Take Care and Keep Exploring The Outdoors.
Sure, any 4P tent with a double wall would be fine. You want the double wall for condensation control and ventilation. Also get a carbon monoxide detector if using a buddy heater.
I'm really interested in this tent. I don't camp in cold weather and never used a floorless tent. For the other seasons, does the snap-in floor (when installed) keep out the bugs and critters? Is the fabric light enough for Summer trips or should I looks for a 3 season tent instead? I can see ventilation won't be a problem. Thx.
If you're not planning on using a wood stove inside it I would looks a 3 season tent. We had it out last weekend with temps in the 50's and a few Carpenter ants came in but it's not totally bug proof. When you run a wood stove the floor underneath melts in winter snd can get muddy so it's easy to clean off that way. I don't use this tent in warm weather. I have a 3 season I use in the warm months and just cook over the fire. Hope that helps.
@@LoneCrowAdventures 1. At altitudes of 7000feet in Pakistan's area of Skardu, the nights in summers in a room require a fan at the maximum. The day temperatures can get to about 30Celsius. UV light is a factor. If the vents are opened at night, will it be ok, or will the tent still be retaining the day heat? 2. Can it be used/converted into a glamping tent? 3. What is its price in USD as of today? Many thanks and a great simple and to the point review!
I have an older version that has the jack down low between two doors. I really like it there since the stove (same winnerwell stove) can be moved closer to the wall with the welding matt from harbor freight that I use spring clips to attach at the bottom of the jack.
My stove is the Winnerwell Nomad and they make a double wall for the medium stove which is a 2.5 inch pipe and a 3 inches for the large stove. I'm note sure where to find a 4 inch double wall pipe.
I bought this tent 2 years ago, and ended up not needing to camp for the last 2 years. This review helped me get it setup in my yard before I head out to camp for a week. Incredibly well done, and very easy to follow. Thank you!
This is the best tent review I have ever seen on UA-cam. Thank you!
Hey thanks! Glad to hear you like it!
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I like the placement of stove jack on this hot tent. Hercules tent for the win!
Yeah I think it's in a great spot. Lots of room inside then tent too even with the stove.
Just shared this with a friend of mine in West Virginia that keeps losing power during the winter. She's willing explore options to cook and be insulated and such. Thank you for your service to all human kind!
Good luck to her!
This is way better of a tent review than mine every day of the week, well done. Thank you!
Thanks so much!!!!
So pretty much what LCA said. I did more of a study than a review on my Hercules. Purchased and pitched in Aug 2019. I left this tent up for 14 months and never had a leak.
I like my older version better with the stove jack low and between 2 of the doors, as this allows more open area since the stove can be pushed back farther. A welding matt clipped to the lower seam of the jack works great and I just use 2 45 deg pipe sections. I would never try to fit 8 people in this tent ! While it is spacious I have found it to be very comfortable with two cots. This leaves room for the stove, gear, wood, and my two hundred pound plus dogs. But I guess it all depends on how you're using it. It could also use some additional lower vents in my opinion. Just as we started our second winter with the tent pitched we got a snow storm of about 8" which after being left up for fourteen months did snap 3 poles and tore the fly. All in all I would say this is an awesome tent & was worth the money. Had I tarped it in the summer, it would not have suffered the UV degradation that caused the damage. A note on the Winnerwell stove, I also have that stove and love it ! I did make some legs extensions with 1" square tube to raise it up about a foot which is so much better. You pretty much have to get your head down 12" from the floor to see inside otherwise. We average about 30" of rain & 70" snow here in NE Wa. state.
This is great info! We've never had it set up more than a week or do at a time so that is good to know!
That’s good to know, real life durability testing!
Yeah I only like considering tents where I will be on a chair or a cot, being on the ground isn’t for me.
Best tent review video out here! Thank you so much for this. I've recently picked this tent up, so winter tenting should be fun this year. Keep up the great work
You are going to have a total blast!!!!
Absolutely agree … the best tent review I’ve seen on UA-cam. Thank you for the thoughtful review and camera angles and your opinion!
Your welcome. I'm glad I could help!!!
Very thorough review of this tent. There is not much out there on the Luxe Hercules so thank you very much for posting this video!!!
You're welcome. I'm glad I'm able to get this information out there because you're right, not much on this tent in the hot tent world.
Girl I love the both of you so much! I've been watching all your videos and preordered the hercules for next winter! I love what you said in another video about extending your outdoor season. In NH it's mostly winter, and this will add 6 more months! Keep making great content! If you two ever want to travel to New England you have support here ❤️
We love NH! It's one of our favorite states we've visited! We recently moved to the Northwoods of Wisconsin where it seems to be perma-winter here too so I'm glad we came prepared with the hot tent! I'm excited to hear you pre-ordered your Hercules! Let me know how it goes! What stove did you end up going with?
NH is great! I was born and raised here so I may be biased 😉
I've been curious about the hercules hot tent. Thanks for posting this review. This video is the best review out there that I've come across. Job very well done!!!
Thanks for taking the time to check it out
OK by far the best Tent review on youtube. You totally rock.
Thanks so much! I love my tent!
Love this review! This is exactly what I was looking for. Had been looking on Amazon for something exactly like this, but had issues finding anything similar. Took the family winter camping in Colorado this past year in 13 degree (fahrenheit) temperature with a regular summer tent, and they said "never again". Looking forward to bringing the "A" game this next time around. (Also, extremely helpful notes from you for beginners [myself]: fireproof mat, double-walled pipe, etc.). Would love to see some additional links to recommended stoves, and the double-wall pipe as well. Thanks!
Order now! They ran out last year. I absolutely love this tent. 😀
Make sure you read all the reviews on the company first! The warranty and return policy is voided as soon as you open the packaging and thats if youre lucky enough to actually receive your tent!
IMO the ultimate “A Game” tents to battle frigid temperatures are Arctic Oven tents. However, they unfortunately take “A Game Money” to buy them lol. I ordered one once, but came to my senses the next day and remembered that I wasn’t rich and canceled the next day. That’s the closest I came to owning one.
now this is how a review should be done. Very informative. Well done.
Thanks so much. I'm glad you found it helpful.
CONT ---- Please note , I worry about a hot spark out of the stove pipe - it could fall onto side of the tent (?) So I am using a long pipe. Plus I am very srltive of the type of firewood. ( No popping sparks sparks allowed to jump about ) My Native tipi --- had a small open fire going in the metal pan--- and a student threw some used paper towels on the fire = they flared up , rose on hot air , and went out the smoke flap hole , falling down on the slope of the tipi wall ! Never, EVER . burn trash paper, etc. in a tipi or a campfire . BUT it did.not create fire ( plus I always have a fire bottle in tipi and a bucket of water outside door for safety. ) Hmmm, and I never packed a parachute wrong in my Navy job.
Thanks ,keep up the great reviews
Mtn Mel & Molly Blue - - Deweese.
Oopsie, kiddos can be a tad bit impulsive
You're kicking it up a notch! This is professional-grade review video. Bravo...bravo 👏
Thank you very much!
8:01 hey the shirt ripping there haha!! awesome review!!! I have been doing research on hot tents and this helped
Hope you have a good time!!!!
Thanks for your review. I just ordered one tonight. I hope I'll be as happy with mine.
I hope it works out for you. Let me know!
You have given the best review and very thorough. I really appreciate you! Thank you.
I love this tent!!!!
@@LoneCrowAdventures I currently have the Megahorn tipi for four. I solo camp. I have been looking at the Hercules to possibly add.
Nice review! I just bought one of these so this was a very helpful find.
You're going to love the Luxe Hercules! It's an amazing hot tent!!!! Let me know how it works out!!!!
Nice man I pre ordered mine to! And I just got an email today telling me they shipped it!! Getting it in a few days!! Im pumped cant wait to go north and put it up for the test
PSA - don't be a moron and have the pipe pointed towards the tent when you start a fire... melted the zipper pretty good!
EXCELLENT - Exact info ! Like YOUR style of reviewing . Good safety tips, etc. Thank You . I have used many types of " shelters " , tents, tipis, etc :in my 50 + yrs survival training , Arctic to Amazon . I like this tents stand up room , as I will be #80 next yr. Ha. ( But not a normal senior. NO golf. NO TV football. I still fly my Powered Para - Glider ! And the American flag, ha. He) I also believe in adding the second pipe for the double wall ! AMEN. I have had reg, Native tipis at my survival camp for yrs. First tipi I got was in 1980, and had it behind the Navy Barracks. The smoke flaps, work , ⁹ etc are. beautiful , but handling , hauling 17 poles are UGH for an old Swabbie . A couple yrs ago I purchased a " one pole "system / special " Swedish tipi style tent that was tested in the Arctic .It can have an " open fire " ( good top venting. ) Or a stove is ok. But it was costly at $2, 800 + Yes, I added that DOUBLE WALL pipe idea - as I could imagine the wind blowing and the material whipping , touching the HOT pipe ! As of this date no problems, ok. And yes I can also so imagine the " pole tubes " filling up with dirt,, etc.. would be a problem. ( I can't believe some foolish camper placing the hot stove over the floor material, real OOPS !) I will order the " Hercules " asap .
I will test it at 11,000 ft on the our Grand Mesa. I'm sure my Aussie pup " Molly Blue " will love it . Sincerely " Bravo Zulu " to you. Son of John / Lillian , 1942. " Mtn Mel " , Ret 59-82 , USN SERE- POW / Desert - Mountain - Jungle Inst ./ VN Advisor. Now W. Colorado since 1987.
Stop by to visit please.
I agree, the double wall pipe makes me feel safer. I'm surprised how many people skip this item. Sure it's an extra $60 but isn't your life (and gear) worth $60?
Well done,Samantha!
You are so lucky because you can buy and use these awesome tents and fabulous stoves.
I asking my self when we will can buy that products in Romania!!!
I think G Stove is a popular European brand. I tried to get my hands on one last year but the transatlantic ship time was 3 months!!!
@@LoneCrowAdventures uau!Thank you so much for your answer!I didn't know that ... G-stove is a european firm ... I will found it!
At least you ended up with a tent, we ordered a Hercules in December and we still have nothing.... unbelievable. They have our money and we got nothing. This company is not one I'd ever deal with again and nobody should be promoting them or their products.
I've heard that they've ripped off a bunch of people recently.
Have you had any luck getting your tent? Unfortunately I just ordered a Hercules before reading all the reviews on people not receiving their orders.
@@LoneCrowAdventuresany update on these issues? It looks like the US Distributor is still selling them and even says they won’t take money until the tent is being delivered.. wonder what happened. Quite concerning tho, even one or two stories like this could sink a company without them doing a lot of damage control and speaking out about these issues…
Better presentation than Luxe. Had your review been out I probably would have purchased this over the Megahorn 8p I did buy. Great job.
Thanks so much! I appreciate it!
You did an excellent job with this review - moved from one point to the next in a very professional manner. Great job! I have been looking for a new tent for a while - and I believe this is the one for me.
Let me know how this tent works out for you!!!
I really liked your review. You took the time to explain, go around details. Thank you!
You're welcome. I hope this review videio has helped you learn more about this tent. I known when I bought it there was very little info out there on this tent, so I'm glad to help out any way I can. Hot tent season is right around the corner!!!!
I agree with other people you have the best videos. Information and clear. Good job!
Thanks so much! Hopefully the video helped you decide on a hot tent. 🔥
The funny thing is I’m not looking for a tent right now. I just enjoy your videos and learning about camping equipment.
Well, you are in the right place then! Cheers!
I like the double wall stove pipe through the stove jack. Some other great points too.
It makes me feel quite a bit safer honestly.
The half floor option makes me want this for multi day ice fishing trips.
That would be excellent 👌
Great review. Wow I expected this tent to cost more than it is after watching this, seems like a great price.
I thought it was pretty reasonable when I bought it....
A solid review! well done! I am a fan of Luxe hiking gear!
Me too. They make great gear! Thanks for taking the time to check it out!
Just started thinking about getting a Hot Tent. This is a fantastic review.
Thanks so much. I do like this tent a lot.
Wow. I gotta say that you did one of the BEST tent reviews Ive ever seen. Was trying to decide between this and the Luxe Megahorn XL. Went with the XL becuase pics of this didnt look like it would hold 4 cots and a woodstove. And......i like the fact that i can set up a teepee by myself pretty easy.
Great video and im now subscribing 👍
I agree. The megahorn looks roomier and I think this was a smart choice on your part. I've tried two cots with the wood stove in the Luxe and it feels cramped due to the angel of the sidewalls. Might want to invest in low profile cots!
That's the same comparison that I've been deliberating.
I think we will be going with the Hercules after this review. Thanks so much!
I've been looking at this tent for a while now so nice to find your review which, by the way, was done very well, great job, thank you...!
Thanks! Hope you like it. It's a really solid tent!
Very well-presented. Just spittin' facts.
Thanks so much! I appreciate it.
Tent looks amazing, my wife approves of the tent because of your great review! But Luxe website estimate delivery till October!
Yes, they are on backorder now. At least it doesn't get cold until October depending on where you live. A lot of hot tents and stoves are on backorder due to the pandemic multiple supply chain shortages.
I have been looking at this tent, and hot tents in general. I do winter backpacking but I'm a little confused.
I was under the impression that for winter you want aluminum poles, not fiber glass. If anyone knows, thanks.
Great video. You earned a sub
That's one thing I wished was different about this tent. The fiberglass makes the tent very heavy, I think the poles alone weight 14lbs. Not really too much of a consideration considering the whole tent is 31lbs. But 902 aircraft grade aluminum is used for most high end tents when weight is a consideration, obviously not in this tents case. I know my backpacking tent is made out of DAC aluminum and that allows it to be super lightweight. Fiberglass works fine in the winter so far, just heavy.
Awesome review. We are looking for a new tent, and this helps a lot. Even forwarded it to my wife so she can watch.
Thanks much
I absolutely lovw this tent! Top notch! I hope she approves! Let me know how it turns out for you!!!
I would have put the fireproof mat in the other direction. You want it extended in front of the stove door because that is where you are going to end up with embers landing on the floor.
This is a very good point. We usually also use a catch pan in the front when loading the stove, but good eye!!!!
Nice review Samantha it would make a great car camping tent.ATB
It sure it a nice setup. I love it.
Thank you for putting the info in very helpful
You're welcome ☺️
Thank you for giving us your time with this review. Very useful
I hope you found this video useful to help you make your decision. Great tent!!!!
Excellent review! Will probably be my next tent. Thanks.
I love it!!!
Lesbian camping season is upon us.
Great vid and demo.
Thanks for making it
It sure is, lol. Thanks for watching!!!!!
@@LoneCrowAdventures ❤️
This was incredibly helpful and fun to watch. Great job and thank you!
Glad I could help! Good luck out there!!!
Awesome review! We’re looking to get one if we can find one 😊Thanks for sharing your adventures 👍🏻
This tent is top notch! We absolutely love it. It's our favorite tent in our fleet! I'd recommend ordering it now. They are back ordered but if you order now you should get it in time.
Thanks for the GREAT video about this tent. You're really enthusiastic and knowledgeable. Thanks. What is the floor area of this tent? It's supposed to be an 8 person tent right? But with a stove, how many cots can fit without being cramped?
Cota don't work great because of the shape of the tent and the placement of the doors. 4x mats max. With the stove you can sleep 4x comfortably.
Great review. I ordered one but still awaiting for it to arrive (going on 3 weeks). How long did it take yours to arrive??
Mine took about two weeks, although that was before the pandemic. I got mine in 2019.
I have ordered the Hercules tent and am anxiously waiting for it. I believe, at this time, that the wait is going to be a very long , it appears that they are manufacturing these tents as they get the orders, there are none on the shelf.
Yeah, they are having a tough time keeping up with demand because of the 2021 shortages.
Great review!! In-depth and extremely accurate!!!
Thanks so much!!!!
I loved this tent very much... it is very good for long time camping...
It's a great base camp tent. I absolutely love this tent!
have you looked at the leg extensions for the stove? Will lift the stove higher. I have the same stove, with the mesh pipe protector which runs cool! I dont have the leg extenders. I have the winnerwell heat proof mat which is quite large. I double it over and sandwich a piece of 1/2 inch plywood between. I find this protects the ground sheet. Also, i store wood under the stove which gives added protection, and helps to dry the wood if needed. I have Luxe megahorn 3
I have not looked into leg extensions for the stove since I think it's a good height for our setup. I'm short anyways so I don't mind this height at all. I like have to the stove down close to the floor for sleeping too.
Great review very detailed thanks so much
Thanks for stopping by and checking it out!!!!
@@LoneCrowAdventures my pleasure will definitely be checking out the rest of your video's thanks
Have fun!!!
That was a great review. I plan to get the Hercules & live in it full time in the near future. I'm not sure about getting a wood stove. I'm thinking about getting a Buddy propane heater & a 2 burner camp stove. Getting a battery powered CO2 detector for sure. Your review was the first one I’ve seen of the tent 🏕 in use & showing all the features. Thanks. I’m sure it will work for me & my dog long term. We’re looking for adventure & this looks like the perfect 👌 tent. 👍☮️🌞🌲🏕🌲🐾
Please send me some pictures when you start living in it! It sounds exciting! Where are you planning your baaecamp? Also I'd highly recommend a wood stove, you'd be much happier. A buddy heater would be great if your setting up in an area where is is scare or burn bans are in effect. Send pics to lonecrowadventures@gmail.com Thanks!
Secret Daisy, look at Pomoly stoves.
Just subscribed. Lots of channels out there on camping and bushcraft etc, and yours is in my top 5. 👍💥👏🎩
Hey! Thanks for the compliment! I will get some new content up soon. I just moved to the Northwoods of Wisconsin and am planning some fun trips once we get settled in. Cheers!
@@LoneCrowAdventures Sounds great. 👍 Off to the windy hills and mountains of Wales soon! Stay safe! 👍💥🎩🙏
You can always use a welders blanket to cover the floor, great review.
That is a fantastic idea. Thanks for sharing!!!!
Solid review. Good job! I'm subd
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Wow you covered everything in this review! So we’ll done. Thank you!
You're welcome. Hopefully this review video helped you make a choice!
Excellent review, thanks for sharing, greetings from Ireland, stay safe 👍🇨🇮
You too! Glad you enjoyed it!
Exactly what I was looking for, thank you. Liked & subbed
Thanks for checking it out!
You are so very informative. Ty
You're welcome! I hope this helped.
Thank you so much for reviewing this tent. I have been considering this tent for shoulder season car camping, but there is so little available on it. Do you use a ground tarp in your setup?
No, just the clip in floor that comes with the hot tent.
Fantastic review! I have a Pomoly Hex Plus Tipi and Camp Chef stove, however, I've been eye balling this one for a year now. Getting it for my next tent. Any downsides anyone can think of?
Other than the pole attachment points which are kind of a pain, no other dow sides.
@@LoneCrowAdventuresGreat review! I am wondering if the fiberglass poles would last over time compared to aluminum poles? Even so, this tent seems to be a very good value...and half the weight of Cabela's Big Horn III with comparabe features and size.
Nice job. Thanks!
Thanks for taking the time to check it out. I appreciate the support!
Although I think you should turn your hot pad the other way so it covers the front of the wood stove better ... that's where embers fall out ...
Yes that's a good idea, although I like the extra to the side so I have somewhere to set ecofan and my hot pans to cool as well.
Such a nice review, thanks so much for sharing
You're welcome 😊
First video I've seen you do, I ordered one of these tents yesterday and was curious about the headroom getting into it. I"m 6'2" and have their LUXE Megahorn which is hard to get into. NICE JOB on the video, love all the details and honest opinions.
I believe this door arch is higher than the mega horn. I also looked at the megahorn but didn't like that at the time they were not using a ripstop material.
@@LoneCrowAdventures does the non rip stop material mean that once it starts ripping it just goes and goes? I’ve had our tipi up pretty much all summer so he’s been thru all the weather and the material is like paper thin now and my daughter hit it with a cell phone she was tossing to her niece and ripped a huge hole in it and other rips happened as well that I’ve duct taped but yeah it’s toast! Lol
@@LoneCrowAdventures oops rip stop material so yeah what should I be looking for?
Love this review, definitely going to get this tent !
You'll love it! This thing is great!!!!
Love your style and review. Nicely done!
Just wish someone could make something like this with an easy up type of system and also make it taller. I'm 6', so with just the center section being tall then I'd be a bit cramped inside the tent. Thank you though!
If you're tall you might want to look into a teepee style. They have more generous peak heights
@@LoneCrowAdventures check out RBM Outdoors tents (Russian Bear tents). Pretty heavy, but just about the easiest to setup that I have seen.
Great review but no link to where to get the tent
Here ya go! www.threeridgesgear.com/lonecrow
I'll update the description as well! Thanks!
Good video. Thanks for the info.
Thanks
One of the best reviews on hot tents I’ve seen.
Thank you so much. I really appreciate it!
Great review....no affiliate link for the tent though?
Sorry I forgot to put it in.
Thanks for filling in the gaps!
Great tent!
It's my one true love, 😆
@@LoneCrowAdventures Maybe get you one of those little portable ac units that you put water in and use it as a cool tent in the summer...
@Lone Crow Adventures are there any issues concerning the length of the Exped MegaMat 10 and the room for up to three people + stove, & gear in the Hercules?
With two exped mega mats long extra wides (lxw) there is no room for another mat. If you went with smaller mats like 22" mats you would be fine for three people but not with the 2 30" wide megamats.
@@LoneCrowAdventures Thank you!
Hello and thank you for this video. I would like a clarification on how to set up this tent. Is the insertion of the poles end in the pins is done gradualy or you insert all pôle and then you insert the pôle end in the pin? And at what stage should we raise the tent? I just tried to mount mine for the first time and broke a pole. thank you very much
I put the poles all the way in and slowly raise it up. You need two people. If you don't have a second person use a rope tied around the center over a tree limb to help you raise it.
Great video! I'm looking to upgrade my winter tent and this is on my list. I looked them up but they don't say, are the seams taped or do you have to tape them yourself? Also, have you hiked any of the North Country Trail?
Yes these tents are seam taped. I've used it in heavy rain with zero leakage. I've hiked the pictured rocks section of the north country trail earlier this fall.
@@LoneCrowAdventures I did a good stretch of that trail through the northern Manistee Forest about 2 years ago. Loved it!
Hi! Great review-
I was torn between this tent and the Luxe megahorn, but I am going to go with the Hercules now. I am also going to purchase the wood stove from Luxe as well. You have convinced me to buy the double-wall piping. Do you have any recommendations for which double-wall piping to get?
Thanks,
Mitchell
I'm not certain that the 3W stove has a double wall option. Might want to look into this first.
thanks for the great review
Your welcome
This is a brilliant review video - it's really helped us solidify our decision in going for the Hercules over the Nortent Gamme, thanks so much!
Just a quick question, what size are your camping cots? Just thinking about the logistics of sleeping arrangements with our german shepherd dog - he's a big floofy monster that does kinda take up a fair bit of space
We don't use cots. We use two 30 inch wide pads which we stack on top of each other during the day as a couch. Enough room for two chairs beside them this way. Pretty roomy.
@@LoneCrowAdventures thanks for getting back to me - looking forward to seeing more videos of the hercules this winter!
I own the Luxe Hercules and wish I had gotten the Nortent Gamme instead. This tent barely fits 3 people with a stove and other necessary stuff (small table, ice box, etc.) and we are family of four. I thought I would have more space given this is labeled as 8-person tent. My other tent (REI Kingdom 6) has way more usable space than this tent. Just my two cents for those who are looking for a hot tent for a family size.
Love this tent
Yep this tent is awesome 👌
Decent tent for the price. Best Hot Tent and truly 4 season in my opinion is made by the Russian Bear Market. A bit expensive but their design features are unmatched.
I'd love to have one of those but the price has stopped me to date. Looks fabulous though.
@@LoneCrowAdventures I think being shut in with this virus just pushed to hit the order button. Amazon has credit card thing I just felt I don't want to just being sitting her watching other people camp? I baby this thing so I'll have it for years and years. I added the vestibule thing for $267 and that really added space and more options. Best to ya!
Great information as I’m considering this thanks!
You will not be disappointed if you decide to go with this one!
With the flooring not sealed, what type of insect protection is there? Have you used it in southern states? I would LOVE to buy this, but concerned.
We want a NO MESH tent
Bugs WILL get in. When I use this tent it's cold so there are normally bugs but I've used it early in the year and had the crawling variety of bugs get in. Not a ton but if bugs gross you out I wouldn't choose to use it in the summer.
Excellent review. Thank you.
Thanks for stopping by to check it out!!!
Great video. Very informative. 👍🏽
Thanks for stopping by!
I rented from an outfitter a hot tent tipi but it was really smoky smelling and pipe fitting were lose. So as a general questions, was my experience just old bad equipment or in general are hot tents a smoky camping / outfitting experience? I dont mind some, but this was like annoying bad! Thanks and great video tent review.
Our hot tent has the "hot tent smell" lol which is a pleasant smell we like. Sort of smells like a campfire. Pipe fittings should not be loose though. The tent you rented might have been more smokey smelling because so many people don't know how to use the damper properly, the the tent was probably flooded by smoke on more than one occasion which could contribute to a much stronger odor. Hope that helps.
Very helpful information, thank you for the video!
Glad you enjoyed it!
@@LoneCrowAdventures well I have a tent stove coming and no tent for it yet and this was a great video on the how to do it with stove camping. I think that I am going to be getting the Hercules unless I find a easier set up. But this was the best that I have found in my little bit of searching. Thank you for the reply
Check out the
Nortent gamme 4 or 6.
Quit simular, but much stronger and halves the weight.
I've been thinking about that one, especially the Gamme 6, but the price is pretty steep and they are out of stock again. Seems like a lot of hot tent manufacturers are running low on stock during the pandemic.
@@LoneCrowAdventures
Yes, the price is high, but....
Strange yes, here i Norway the sportshops are the big winners during the pandemic.
They will not go bankrupt.🤣
Where'd you get that double walled pipe attachment?
Got that from the Winnerwell website. I think they might be on backorder at the moment though.
Hello and great videos. What is your good weather go to tent. Looking for a tent for all season North Carolina. Probably only a couple times a year. Thanks for your opinions.
I use the Big Agnes Flying Diamond 6 as my primary car camping tent, but I don't think they make it anymore. Recently I tried the Coleman Instant Cabin Tent 6 and really liked it. Here is the link from that video if you want to check it out! ua-cam.com/video/ltsVRUHQDQg/v-deo.html
@@LoneCrowAdventures Thank you for fast reply. I’m also looking at Core tents. I will do more research lol.
Could this tent have a queen air mattress in it with a wood stove set up
Yes? We use two 30 inch mats side by side which is the same size as a queen.
good job on this video very good explanations thumbs up
Thanks. Hopefully it helps out! Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment!
I have the first version
I was happy to see they moved the stove jack on this version because it didn't want to bother with an elbow joint for my wood stove.
Hello my friend, can you recommend a smaller tent for winter car camping that has enough room to use a buddy heater? Thanks. Take Care and Keep Exploring The Outdoors.
Sure, any 4P tent with a double wall would be fine. You want the double wall for condensation control and ventilation. Also get a carbon monoxide detector if using a buddy heater.
@@LoneCrowAdventures thanks, you have been very helpful. Take Care and Keep Exploring The Outdoors.
@@unpavedexplorer338 no problem. Good luck!!!
I'm really interested in this tent. I don't camp in cold weather and never used a floorless tent. For the other seasons, does the snap-in floor (when installed) keep out the bugs and critters? Is the fabric light enough for Summer trips or should I looks for a 3 season tent instead? I can see ventilation won't be a problem. Thx.
If you're not planning on using a wood stove inside it I would looks a 3 season tent. We had it out last weekend with temps in the 50's and a few Carpenter ants came in but it's not totally bug proof. When you run a wood stove the floor underneath melts in winter snd can get muddy so it's easy to clean off that way. I don't use this tent in warm weather. I have a 3 season I use in the warm months and just cook over the fire. Hope that helps.
Also this tent would be extremely hot in the summer. Not a great hot weather option. Built for the cold.
@@LoneCrowAdventures 1. At altitudes of 7000feet in Pakistan's area of Skardu, the nights in summers in a room require a fan at the maximum. The day temperatures can get to about 30Celsius. UV light is a factor. If the vents are opened at night, will it be ok, or will the tent still be retaining the day heat? 2. Can it be used/converted into a glamping tent? 3. What is its price in USD as of today? Many thanks and a great simple and to the point review!
Nice stove jack location on this hot tent.
Yeah the stove jack on this hot tent is in am exceptionally great place.
I have an older version that has the jack down low between two doors. I really like it there since the stove (same winnerwell stove) can be moved closer to the wall with the welding matt from harbor freight that I use spring clips to attach at the bottom of the jack.
Looks really good. Half the price or Nortent.
However I am pretty disappointed in their choice of fiberglass poles.
The poles need an upgrade. I would have preferred to see DAC aluminum poles personally.
Is it good for is it good for windy days
Oh yeah it really hold up well on bad weather.
What brand & size & where did you get the double wall stove pipe ? Thanks 😊. We’re having a problem finding 4” double wall stove pipe.
My stove is the Winnerwell Nomad and they make a double wall for the medium stove which is a 2.5 inch pipe and a 3 inches for the large stove. I'm note sure where to find a 4 inch double wall pipe.
Thank you