Owner: Thomas
Used since: 2021
Tested by: Thomas
Review by: Thomas
Primary Use: 3-Season Hiking/Camping (non-snow)
Review:
I had luckily not to use an EPIRB in my life yet and hope I never have to. But that aside, I upgraded to this new PLB after my previous one from GME was expired and the replacement battery would have cost almost as much as a brand new one. Since I am always trying to reduce my pack weight and size wherever I can - this PLB is unreal. Its so small and light, you have to take care to not loose it somewhere.
Pros:
- Spacious for 1 person + kit
- Light weight for its size (~ 1.7kg without footprint)
- Amazing build quality and strength as usual for any Hilleberg Tent
- Easy setup and super fast to pitch and take down
- True outer pitch first
- Free standing (can be pitched without any tent pegs in the worst case)
Cons:
- None other than for solo multi-day hiking the weight is not ideal
Comment:
The main advantage of this tent for me is that is is truly free standing, outer pitch first and can be pitched very quickly due to its simple construction.
Manufacturer Website:
https://hilleberg.com/eng/tent/yellow-label-tents/niak/