MSR Hubba

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The Hubba is a three-season tent made by MSR. It has an average rating of 4.5 stars (out of 5), based on 13 user reviews.

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From Campmor:
"THESE ARE MAIL ORDER RETURNS AND THEY MAY BE SLIGHTLY SOILED. THEY HAVE BEEN INSPECTED AND CARRY THE SAME WARRANTY AS A NEW TENT. GROUND SHIPMENTS ONLY. NO AIR SHIPMENTS ON THIS ITEM. The MSR Hubba is a light, spacious and easy to set up tent for 1 person. Ultralight materials like a ripstop sil-nylon fly, DAC Featherlite SL aluminum poles and super light Hubs make the Hubba roomy for 1 but very light. 2 hubs join 5 poles to make a single pole set that attaches to the tent in seconds via post and grommet and clips. The clips combine with the all no see um mesh body to provide great ventilation and star gazing opportunities. The door is designed so that even in pouring rain the tent interior will stay dry as you move in or out of the tent. At under 3.5 lbs. the Hubba is very light and even has a large vestibule for stowing excess gear and wet boots. It is also versatile as it can be set up with a fly only pitch with or without the optional nylon ground cloth. This tent is a favorite with long distance hikers. Sleeps 1 Main fly and floor seams are factory taped for extreme weather protection. Bathtub floor keeps seams off the ground. Hub system makes set up fast, easy and fool proof. Fly is silicone impregnated ripstop nylon with a urethane coating for superior protection and strength. Fly only pitch with or without optional nylon footprint. Ultralight aluminum needle stakes are strong and virtually unbendable. DAC NSL aluminum poles, have a floating connector to save weight and add strength and have the best strength to weight ratio of any poles. Freestanding 1 each 9.5 sq.ft. vestibule. Non stretch, UV resistant ripstop polyester fly. All clips and Hub combine for fastest pitch. Rainfly extends past the tent so the vestibule can be opened for venting and water won't drip in the tent. All mesh body for great ventilation and star gazing. 2 large mesh interior pockets for organization and gear storage. 1 large 'D' door for easy access and door hangs to the side and not on the ground. Post and grommet assembly. Grommets attach fly to body for fast easy set up. Flashlight loop. Noiseless zipper pulls, keep zippers quiet in the wind. Full coverage fly for total weather protection Reflective material at guy points help to see the tent at night or in low light. Fly only pitch weight - 1 lbs. 13 oz. - weight does not include carry bags or stakes. Fly & footprint pitch weight - 2 lbs. 3 oz. - weight does not include carry bags or stakes. Tent, pole and stake bags included. Fire retardant. Import."

From Backcountry.com:
"Don't sacrifice comfort and weather protection when you're rolling solo into the backcountry. Get the MSR Hubba 1-Person Tent and enjoy easy setup, tons of headroom, and vestibule gear storage for less than three pounds. Thanks to the hubbed pole design, one person can easily set up the Hubba in minutes. The fully waterproof rain fly keeps the storms out, and the breathable mesh body wards off excessive condensation. And with the optional footprint (sold separately), you can leave the tent body at home to create an ultralight fastpack shelter."

From Oregon Mountain Community:
"MSR Hubba: The ultimate freestanding solo tent now weighs less than 3 pounds (1.36 kg) and includes an all-new pole-hub system that makes it stronger than ever.MSR Hubba Specs: Capacity (persons): 1 Weight: 3 lb. 6 oz. Dimensions: 86" x 26" x 40" Floor Area: 17 sq. ft. Vestibule Area: 9.5 sq. ft. Freestanding? Yes Poles: 2 Doors: 1"

From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. MSR Hubba Tent (Fall 2009) The Hubba Tent by MSR is the best-selling freestanding solo tents and weight less than 1.4 kg (3 lbs.). Specifications: Capacity: 1 Doors: 1 Min. Weight: 1.25 kg / 2 lbs. 12 oz. Packaged Weight: 1.45 kg / 3 lbs. 3 oz. Floor + Vestibule: 1.6 + 0.9 sq. m / 17 + 9.5 sq. ft. Interior Peak Height: 100 cm / 40 in. Packed Size: 51 x 15 cm / 20 x 6 in. Fly: 30D x 246T ripstop nylon 66, 1500 mm polyurethane & silicone coated Canopy: 40D x 238T ripstop nylon 6, 20D nylon mesh Floor: 70D 190T nylon taffeta, 5000 mm polyurethane coating Features: Superlight: Minimum weight is just 1.27 kg (2 lbs 13 oz.) Livable: Unique pole configuration provides maximum interior space, StayDry entrance, and a large vestibules for gear storage. Quick and Easy Setup: All-in-one hub-and-swivel pole design is strong and simple to use. Versatile: Can be used as a double-wall tent for full protection or in 2 freestanding tarp-shelter modes: with optional footprint, or just the fly and poles only for the ultimate in weight savings."

User Reviews

Hubba
Reviewed by Jon Halewood, Jun 25, 2009

"Have you been sucked into the ‘light-weight kit is the only way forward’ zeitgeist yet? If so then you’ve probably already thought about buying this tent or already own it. I do a lot of fell walking in the English Lakes and the odd spot of wild camping too and this tent is an essential bit of kit."

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Reviewed by Dash777, Apr 25, 2009

"This is a great tent. Freestanding, single pole, lightweight, tall. I am 6'4" and fit in it. Obviously it is not spacious, but I can sit up comfortably in it and can lie down fine with a bit of room at my head and feet for my junk.

The one complaint I have is about condensation."

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Reviewed by tomarocco, Apr 15, 2009

"This is a fantastic tent. . . and my first 1-person model. I am 6'3" 250+ lbs and I sleep and dress comfortably in it. It is cozy, for sure, but it absolutely works. . . . much better, in fact, than many larger or more expensive tents. Gotta love the side entry."

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Reviewed by William Hooks, Oct 12, 2008

"This is an item with which I have a difficult time finding fault.

The tent is exceptionally easy to set up and take down. Shelter is adequate in space, including both height and width, for me in all intended conditions including heavy rain, especially due to the vestibule's size."

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Reviewed by SoCalBugeater, Jun 13, 2008

"This is my first solo tent and I am very impressed with the space (6 mos. - Two coastal trips). This tent feels very large and has tremendous headroom. Not sure how it would stand up on a windy day as it is rather tall. Easy to set up. . . rainfly works great with footprint as shade too."

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Reviewed by Kyle Marker, Jan 23, 2008

"I have been camping my entire life and I think this tent is one of the best solo tents I have used. Tall and long so people who are over 6 feet tall need not worry.

I have only two gripes. 1 the vestibule could be a bit bigger, but not much,and the stakes by MSR have hooks that are too small to adequately grasp the stake holders."

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Reviewed by lightweightpack, Sep 25, 2007

"Great tent! Not the lightest out there, but it's one of the few for us tall guys! I'm almost 6'4 and can sit up with plenty of head room. Lying down also plenty of room for tall bags and pads.

My scale weighed it in at 3 lb 12. 5 oz with EVERYTHING (stuff sacks, poles, stakes, tent, fly, and footprint)."

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Reviewed by Mike McMonigal, Apr 23, 2007

"I've had this tent for about four months. So far, the only camping I've had a chance to use it for was winter camping. Understanding that it was not a 4-season tent, I was curious to see how it (and my sleeping bag!) was going to hold up. I would say that the temperature was around 0 to 10 degrees."

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Reviewed by Skimanjohn, Apr 22, 2007

"Love this tent!!! Paid $200 with footprint, good deal. Have used it on several solo trips in the Oregon Cascades in mid spring sleeping on snow. I will say that if cold and windy I would want a sheltered spot due to the mesh body but other than that this is my solo tent of choice."

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Reviewed by Dr.J.Dean, Oct 30, 2006

"I used this tent on a 6-day backpacking trip in the Sierras above 9,000 feet in late September. It is an excellent design. The best points of this tent are:

1) Very roomy for one. Can sit up and move about, get dressed etc. Perfect for weight conscious claustrophobics."

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Reviewed by King Salami, Oct 12, 2006

"Excellent tent! Extremely light, very airy, and a snap to set up. I'm 6'5", and fit in it perfectly. The almost vertical mesh walls allow me to sit up and get dressed easily and they ventilate very well. It's also cool to be able to see 360 degrees outside your tent."

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Reviewed by Darrell Ross, Sep 27, 2006

"I was seeking a freestanding one-person tent. I already owned an REI Roadster which absolutely requires stakes (a problem in the Cascades when camping in scree fields with little to no soil). After careful research, the choice became very clear -- the Hubba -- for several key reasons."

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Reviewed by Bill, Feb 16, 2005

"Tenting for over 35 years, often for over a year, I found the Hubba an excellent home. The weight is, packed, at four pounds. The setup is easy and it stands up very well in high winds.

It is a one-person tent, but the vestibules are big enough to store your pack and boots.

Overall this is a well designed and very functional tent."

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