I just bought one, partly based on this review, which is the best and most comprehensive one I've been able to find. I like the design and I definitely like the weight. The color, not so much, but it's not a deal breaker. I think it's interesting, though, and people say this often, that "It's a single wall (or solid wall) tent and it collects a lot of condensation, therefore you should really only use it in the summer or in dry weather", but then what is the defining feature of a 4 season tent, i.e., a winter camping tent, if not moisture trapping, solid walls? Personally, unless you're pitching up where it gets truly dangerously cold, I think 4 season tents are simply a marketing gimmick. I winter camp all the time and have never used a so-called 4 season tent. I use the same mesh body double wall tents I use the rest of the year. It gets damned cold in the NC mountains, too, cold enough that waking up to a thin layer of ice inside the rainfly isn't uncommon, yet here I am with all my fingers and toes. In any case, I really like Naturehike. They have a dud once in a while, same as the premium brands, but they're turning out some incredible quality products for even less than the premium brand's poly tents. I have an Opalus 2 that's the best tent money I've ever spent in my life, hands down. Less than $200US and sub 5lbs for a very good quality nylon tent that would cost $500 - $700 if it has MSR, Nemo or Big Agnes printed on the fly.

beautifully narrated … good observations. many thanks for filming this ! Best wishes

Great review big lad !!! It'll be so helpful for a lot of people who are considering it and for those just starting off so well presented mate top class as always

I used the Vik1 last year when I walked the Coast to Coast at the end of May and on the whole I was impressed with it. For a one person tent I found it had a good amount of space. I have 2 other one person tents, the Forclaz MT900 and the Robens Elk River 1 and these both have less room than the Vik1. As for condensation I did get some but just wiped the inside down with a cloth and out of 14 nights in the tent I only had one really bad night when I had a couple of small pool in the morning on the tent floor.

Great over view James. For the money its an absolute belter 😊

Fab review James 👌

Well done. I picked ip the Vik 1 for $99 from the USA site some time ago. I love this tent. I mostly use only 2 stakes to pitch. Handles wind pretty great. Only con really is rain in heavy wind. Water will enter through the top vents, but you can close the vents to prevent that. The zips could be better quality. Condensation can be dealt with. Love the pack size and quick setup. I like exoskeleton designs. I'd love one in navy blue.

Nice review 👍

Looks absolutely great value! But I am looking for a winter mainly tent, as I already have my hammock setup for summer and shoulder season. Guess not

I’m a big fan of the Vik1 but have converted over to the Vik2. It has a bit more foot room due to the ventilated ends, 2 doors which means being able to close both vents from inside the tent, also has larger storm flaps in those vents preventing anything from coming in. Single skin vs double will always be a bit debatable but each have their benefits, I set up in the rain often so I’m a big fan.

Didn't realise the Vik was a single skinned because as you say in your conned it's a condensation gatherer. Have to say Naturehike tents are very good budget tents for someone like myself who is not a regular camper as such. I have had the Star River 2 for 6 yewars and its still going strong..... I do fabsil it once a year. atb Al

i bought this tent a while ago, i really like that one, but just in warm conditions like you said. I used it twice in very rainy and cold conditions and it was an absolute mess..... condensation was horrible and it was cold as f... im gonna use this one only during spring-autumm.

Great video thanks But clip the door on the inside not on the outside and you don't have to get out of the tent to close it👍

How's it going James. Or should I say howdy 🤣.Excellent review and well presented 👍. I have another con for you the colour, (White not very stealthy) Ordered the vik 1 in green last year, turned out to be a two man tent. 🤪So moved it on. 🤨 Bought and returned two other lightweight tent the Bella 1.5 last year and a couples of weeks ago the terra nova laser compact 1. 🧐 So I have a new tent that has just Arrived ?🙂😊😎👌😉.

I bought the STAR-RIVER over the VK1/2 but it was a near thing with me looking for as many reviews as I could on YT & if Id seen this review earlier it might have swung me the other way, maybe. But the StarRiver is awesome as its slightly better than the Mongar 2 & CloudUp1/2 but any of these tents for the asking price would have sufficed as it often comes down to whats on sale on Amazon as anything else when purchasing.

How’s it going James?

What Tor is this one? It looks way off the beaten track… I’m planning to head down to Dartmoor next week! ⛺️👍🏻

Is it not possible to open the outer door inwards?

Con #5. You can clip the door back from inside. Easier for a left handed person mind, but you can do it without getting out.

¿Necesitaste sellar las costuras, o con el sellado de fábrica es suficiente? ¿La has probado en condiciones de mucha lluvia? Gracias por tu vídeo. Saludos desde España!

it sound like a good tent but with it been a 1 skin tent i wouldn't like the condensation.

Good review BUT yuu might as well put in a couple of more shifts in work and buy the MSR Hubba NX which is more or less the same weight, better colour for blending in , more livable space and double skin, good in the wind PLUS you can use it pretty much most of the year . I you buy cheap you buy twice so false economising really .

Can't fault it for the money. People getting into wild camping could end up with a lot worse for this kind of money.

Personally I wouldn't have a single skin tent