Russian Bear tent takes on a Canvas HOT tent
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- Опубліковано 30 січ 2022
- The Russian Bear tent and a classic canvas tent. Which one wins? Which one is better for the extreme cold? which one heats up faster?
I love both of my tents. One is canvas and has been standing in extreme conditions for 2 years. The other is a Russian hot tent that I've had up for about 5 weeks. They are very different, but they are both very effective in the brutal cold. Here is a detailed video that lays down what makes them both special. You decide which one you'd like best for the extreme cold.
Let me know in the comments which one you'd like best.
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How much experience do I have?
That depends. I am pretty good at starting a fire these days and gathering wood. But I don't really have true bushcraft skills and definitely no carpentry or construction skills or training. I could probably make a shelter if I had to, but that would just come from all the UA-cam training (watching) over the years.
Splendid review. I own the UP-2. It's great. In terms of setting it up, I also experienced the need for some muscle power the first few times I set it up. No more - now I just attach a rope above the "umbrella rod handle" with a loop at the other end. That way I can use both hands to press the top up while using one foot in the loop to drag the "umbrella rod" down. It makes it a breeze to set up the tent.
Love the stove in the Russian Tent with the heat shields attached to the stove on the end and the 1 tent side. They reduce in 1/2 the clearance required to any flammable.
Both tents are awesome! The Russian bear is great if you are moving around allot and the canvas one is perfect for a stationary place.
Jay, you should install 12v or USB fan on your russian bear tent ceiling. It will push hot air on the floor of your tent...
Great job of showing the pros and cons of each, I have to say, my heart is with the Canvas tent, although the RB tent is very cool! Thanks again Jay, great video! 👍🏻
Having that stand up room with the canvas tent alone just makes it!!!! With any semi permanent "more than a week living" is a must have; simply for a morality booster if you have any type of companionship. People need their space.
I haven't seen a review of this tent or any of its variants that has not been wildly popular. The company set out to make the best possible tent and they have succeeded beyond all of our dreams.
I've camped many nights in this, everywhere from the mountains of Montana to the desert of Joshua Tree California. Over time, you'll see it discolor slightly and turn more orange, and it requires guy outs for any sort of wind. However, it is by far worth the purchase. If you ice fish you can unzip portions of the floor for access to the ice and even use an insulated floor accessory that is really comfortable to sleep directly on (although I'd recommend using a cot with a thermarest xtherm pad in case your fire goes out.) With that tent, it's nice to have a firebox that can accommodate full length logs but is reasonably portable such as the pomoly t-brick ultra. It's served me well and has the internal structure to prevent warping which is common with titanium. Still, there's no getting around the fact that all of this is a heavy set of gear, so you want to bring a sled if you're walking more than a few minutes from your vehicle.
Canvas for me! Remember all the plywood and lumber are cold for some time taking longer for your canvas to heat up. Unlike your bear tent that has no wood inside. Great video
It seems the Russian Bear tent allows more for instant gratification regarding time to set up, heating the area, and having what you need to get your camping time started. The canvas tent I LOVE the way it has allowed the camping experience to be more homey in the sense it feels like a cabin. The perch at the door to have coffee over looking the scenery, the loft allowing more storage, the hookup for propane, the eating table, I could go on and on. I may be biased towards the canvas tent since I've watched you build this baby from the ground up. Literally. There is an emotional investment there that can't be found in the Russian Bear Tent. Don't get me wrong, I wouldn't turn my nose up to either! You've done an amazing job with both sites and this video was extremely informative for me regarding the similarities and differences. Glad to see the Russian Bear tent wasn't dark during the day. That had been on of my main concerns. I tend to be a bit claustrophobic and the darkness would have impacted my ability to be 100% comfortable in it mentally while watching. Thank you for sharing Jay!
This was a really good video Jay. Good info for folks considering a tent for camping and the things that go along with camping like not freezing to death lol. But if I may say not to punch a hole in your canvas tent , your not very far from having a wood cabin . Wood floor, wood frame , 1/2 wood walls, all you lack is wood roof and upper walls and you'd have a wood frame cabin.
Really enjoy seeing just how well the hot tents can survive in the winter where is it well below freezing temps. Not only that but it was left it standing and can tell it survived alone! Another great video showing just how well that tent is constructed!
Stayed in double wall canvas tents in a drill camp north of Great Slave. They put a Canadian tire tarp over the roof. Added a new one every fall. Saves the roof from UV rays and snow slides off much easier.
I just got my russian UP 2 tent and cant wait to test it out.
Great job, as always 👏 👍 Nice patina on the bear stove caused by the heat. It looks fantastic. Keep on tent'n. Be well, be safe.
Nice comparison. I think if you figured out the square footage of each tent, the canvas tent may not be as far off of the other tent for heating up time.
Really interesting summary of the two tent systems, your enthusiasm and passion is fully on display and how it makes your life so much fuller. Love it, the wall tent is your creation and there is so much satisfaction in the thought and effort that goes into something that works well for your needs and makes you happy every time you get to use it. I'm happy for you Jay and enjoy every video, you make us all feel good, thank you...
Great review. You forgot to mention that the RB can convert to a Sauna. I use a rechargeable ceiling fan/ light on the roof of the RB tent,helps distribute the heat throughout the tent. Thanks for the share Brother 👊💥🇨🇦💥👊
Both of your set ups look cozy once you get the fire going, I run a smaller 10x10 and knowing your stove is key in any hot tenting situation. The first couple times out was a struggle, once I sorted out the stove operation it's so much fun.
I would probably never find myself in a situation where I could find the time to get a canvas tent up to where I could enjoy it as fully as you have. That said, I could see myself finding many opportunities to enjoy a fast setup style of tent like the russian bear tent. Thank you for showing the advantages of both and your experiences with them!