I added a extra zip for my tent, i have now a two way zipper. cost approx 30 euro for both sides. Works very good. i bought the repair kit from Hilleberg, after talking to Peter
Amazing tent! I tested it last weekend with plenty of rain on monday. Thank you for this revieuw Gijs. So far no problem with the single zipper. I like the simplicity of this tent.
I congratulate you, you are very prepared on this subject, last month I bought a Hilleberg Saitaris, the only thing I can say is that it is the roll's royce of the tents, simply another category. thanks, best regard.
I enjoyed your review, mate. I own this tent and love it! It works very well here in Queensland, Australia, where we don't get winter by European standards! I'm very happy with how it stood up to a nasty afternoon storm we got caught in on a 100km hike. We were halfway between camping sites, probably 7km to go to the next one, on the side of a mountain with hail, rain and lightening. I pulled out the anaris, quickly pitched the fly only, and all 3 of us took shelter until the storm passed. We were all grateful that I had this tent, with it's versatility and ease of use, because it would have sucked without it!
@@maiabrittany it's a really nice tent mate. Good for our climate. The main downside from my perspective is that it's expensive. But being a hilleberg, you get what you pay for
@@sammurphy5454 thanks Sam. Purchased an Anaris a couple of days ago and think it will be exactly what I need. I'm heading bush next week and can't wait to use it.
@@OutdoorguruGearReviews So my little feedback on the Anaris, and bad weather conditions with strong winds. I was up to Jaun pass 1500 altitude and it was scary :) Not the ideal tent for strong winds. Found very difficult to pitch the tent closer to the ground to avoid the wind lifting everything up in the sky. Once you pitch the tent close to the ground, the inner tent is very very close to the outer tent. I thought I was flying away, but surprisingly the tent did not break (excellent hilleberg quality). Even if the tent was flapping right to left like crazy, I've spent 30 minutes holding firmly to one walking pole to keep everything in place, I was totally dry (lucky me) Perfect tent for almost everything except high winds with rain. Your observations on the zipper doors, and lack of line inside and lack of pockets, totally legit observations! (guess for the price they should have thought about it)
Probably the most versatile Hilleberg summer tent so far. Let's hope they change their minds about the double way zip. Two zips would add... 0.7% (or 10g) to the weight of the tent. It does not make much of a difference.
Hi Gijs! First I want to thank you for a great review. Excellent job! I own this tent for about a year and half and I'm more than satisfied with it. What I like about it is easy pitching, very good ventilation, weight and overall playfulness. It is more than just an ordinary tent. I'd say it has a character :) About technical stuff all you say is true - it's waterproof (very solid), even this is the lightest line the fabric is very sturdy, 2 entrances are priceless, the pitching time is about 5 min tops. I only have one issue which sometimes bothers me. Not sure if it's just me or tent fault. In temperatures below +5°C, when I set the outer tent directly to the ground it causes quite a lot of condensation. In the middle of the night, I wake up totally soaked which makes me even colder. I know this is 3 season tent but I often use it in the winter months without snow. So in order to make it warmer inside don't put the outer tent on the ground. Instead, let it breathe. This is happening around -5°C to + 5°C roughly. I haven't tested it in colder conditions yet. Is there any way how to avoid condensation in such weather? Otherwise, I'd always recommend leaving the outer tent always as far as possible to make room for condensation to go away. This is from my personal experience. I'd love your input about this if you had a chance to test it in similar conditions.
Hi Tomas, Thanks for sharing your thoughts and experiences. Yes, condensation is a problem with colder temperatures and the fly on to the ground: it has very little room for ventilation in that case. I am reviewing the Helags at the same moment and this one has nice arches to ventilate the lower end of the fly and it works quite well as a in between solution. But like you write: it's a three season 🏕. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
@@OutdoorguruGearReviews Thanks for the reply, Gijs! Yeah, it's a common issue I guess. In fact, this could be my poor choice of picking a campsite as well as my physical disadvantage. In warm months I sweat a lot and in winter I still remain very warm if someone shakes my hand. So overall I think I am somewhat warmer:) I prefer to stay at close distance to the water source which is often in the valley where wetter conditions can occur. I like those areas, so this is my preference. There are usually plenty of mosquitos so I keep the tent closed at all times. I never tried a footprint though. I heard it helps quite a lot. Do you have experience with it? Also, can't wait for your review of Helags. It looks like a really interesting tent. Cheers!
Well about mosquitos and midges: only the Hilleberg Nammatj GT and Keron GT models do have a decent protected living room than. But the Anaris: I think too! :-) If it is hot or dry weather mostly than you have this problem and the escape is: the inner tent. Seems logic but the panorama is unique even with the outer tent closed, let alone open! The ventilation has the same superbness so I think this is another configuration uniquely to this tent. :-)
Although I won't doubt to interchange my Hilleberg Unna for any tent in the world, I did like watching your entire video. The Anaris, another very nice and interesting tent from the Hillie-family and very well reviewed by you. I also liked your words about the place where you pitched your tent, de uiterwaarden, since I more or less grew up there. Best regards from Spain.
Hi Kayasper, as in Jasper? Dutch name? Not the the Canadian one 😉. Living in Spain now? Thank for comment and the 👍 on my review. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
@@OutdoorguruGearReviews You caught me Gijs, totally dutch, net zoals jij, haha. Ja, ik ben 13 jaar geleden naar Spanje verhuisd, Extremadura. Zal waarschijnlijk binnenkort nog wat verder naar het zuiden opschuiven om in Cádiz te gaan wonen. Prachtige natuur in beide provincies. Leuk om contact met je te hebben, groetjes, Jasper.
Funnily enough, I own an Unna and also have my eye on the Anaris. I don't know if I can fully justify buying an extra tent, although I am trying to justify it as : the Unna is 1 kg heavier and might be too warm for mid-Summer, but the Anaris..... I really think it's more the case of always wanting N+1 Hillebergs! I absolutely love my Unna.
@@chrisw3327 Have you tried your Unna with the mesh inner tent, Chris? It really works well in warm/hot weather. It might even steal your excuse to buy another tent, although just like you, I would like to own several, haha.
@@kayasper6081 Hi! No, I haven't tried the Unna in that configuration yet. However, if it was warm and raining, I would definitely need an Anaris. Therefore, as UK summer is just like that, I have convinced myself. Seriously though, for a lot of my wild camping pitches, the Unna is likely to be more versatile, due to its smaller footprint and because, being freestanding, I can pick it up to reposition slightly. The Anaris would be better for longer distance trekking though, due to the weight saving. Both are awesome tents and maybe one day I can afford to also buy the Anaris.
@@OutdoorguruGearReviews Hoi Gijs, Ik ben gisteren even wezen kijken en kreeg toch te horen dat de Anaris geen geschikte tent is voor de noordelijkere gebieden (met name Schotland/Scandinavië). Wat is jouw mening wat dat betreft? Zou je de tent bovenop een berg kunnen gebruiken, mits je de buitentent goed laag bij de grond afspant? Het doek van de Anaris zou dunner zijn dan bijv. een Akto, maar dat is natuurlijk ook een 4-seizoenen tent dus tja...
Ik zou de Anaris ook niet als een 4-seizoenen tent zien. Naar het Noorden kan er prima mee, maar niet in de winter en op een winderig heuveltop zijn er zeker betere kandidaten. Het is net wat je er mee wilt, waar je heen gaat en wanneer.... Een 2P koepel is wellicht slimmer.
Thank you for such a thorough review. I was waiting for a good review of this tent, particularly on its configurations and how it may handle heavy rain, wind or midges. Take care, Gijs. 👍
Thanks Barry, I could have made a video of 2 hours easy on this tent. There are things I didn't put in the edit due to time. Like the pitching... was 10 minutes in real time. *But... maybe I should do a pitching video 😊* . Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Gijs
Thanks! I'd like to see that. A lot of the wild camping community in the UK are getting cheap Lanshan tents of similar design to the Anaris. I know the difference in quality is probably substantial between the hilleberg and lanshan, but it would be interesting to see them stand up to the elements side by side. 🤔 For another day maybe. 🤗👍
@@BarryAllanScottart I got the lanshan, and after I decided to invest in more durable. I bought it (anaris) last year and did not use it yet, but next week!!!! I'm out!!! :) Lanshan is good, especially for the price. Hilleberg for my experience... Is awesome! I have the Nallo 3gt since 2012, and after many travels still solid like new. Just did some waterproofing 2 years ago at lake Baikal.
Fantastic and thorough review!! Pretty lame that if you point out flaws Hilleberg responds with "it's because of saving weight". Like one mesh pocket and a 2 way zipper would add any significant weight...
About the lack of space to put your glases: how about using a small "pouch" connected with a small rope, thru the same loop as you would hang the lantern in (with a slightly longer rope, the pouch would dangle underneath the lantern). or... it sounded like there were two spots to hang stuff on, since you mentioned you could hang a rope to f.ex dry your socks.. if thats the case... you got two spots for "light wight pouches" etc.
Hi RE, True, but on a way lesser expensive tents this is not even an 'issue'. I love most Hilleberg but just because its a Hilly they can't 'forget' about stuff. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Thank you for such a detailed review! I am gonna buy this tent and this answered all the questions I had left except for maybe the most difficult tent buying desicion of all; what color will I choose? 😨
Hi NN, Where are you from? Red is bright on the inside and I don't like but it is great for pictures. That is why I mostly use red tents for the reviews. If I buy a tent: dark green! Darker in the summer and not visible when camping on not allowed spots (Don't tell anyone 😉). Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Hi Jason, I am glad you liked it. Its a lot of work to make the reviews but maybe I’ll make it as a CZcamsr in a few years😂. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Thank you gijs for this review. I don't think Hilleberg makes lightweight tents. But quality tents of the highest level. If you compare the Hilleberg Anaris 1400 grams, for example, with exactly the same shape Zpacks Duplex 550 grams. Duplex is a single wall tent made of the super light material cuben fiber. What do you think of Cuben fiber tents? Even if you compare Hilleberg with other top brands such as Nordisk, Terra Nova or Tarptent, Hilleberg is very disappointing when you look at the weight. I myself own the Hilleberg Enan and the Niak and i think they are great tents, and let them be a bit heavier, the finish and the quality is great. And better than the other tent producers. So for me i always use Hilleberg tents.
Hi Raymond, Well, there is de difference in lightweight and ultra lightweight. The Zpacks fits in that last category. It would not be fair to both to put them in the same category, like a Ferrari and a F1 car on the track (maybe Ferrari is not the best example at the moment ;-).Cuban fibre... it's Dyneema if I am correct. Very strong, light and noisy. I never tested one but I know the material from tradeshows and tents that I have seen there. For the other brands you mention one general remark: I like lightweight tents but when they get to light it compromises my comfort. Tents get more flappy in winds, materials stretch a lot depending on weather and you have to retention all the time. That is not what I like. I have a few of those and I hardly ever bring them. For me a goods sleep is important: a bit more thicker mattress, sleepingbag and heavier tent are the chose. I'll safe some weight elsewhere or... get a better condition ;-). njoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Gijs
@@OutdoorguruGearReviews Thank you for the explanation Gijs. And i agree 100%. Better a little more weight than sacrificing a lot of comfort. ATB and stay safe Raymond
@@OutdoorguruGearReviews Hello Gijs. I am convinced that there are certainly people who find it interesting how to set up the anaris. I am not going to buy the Anaris because I already have the Enan and the Niak and they are both tents that are better for my needs than the Anaris. But I am certainly looking forward to a setup video. ATB Raymond
@@OutdoorguruGearReviews Dyneema does not stretch (much). Also because it does not absorb water. Which also makes it easier to dry and dries quicker by itself. And barely influences the packing weight when packed wet. Though the Zpack Duplex is light - very light! - it weighs more than advertised. As illustrated below (weights rounded by 10 gram increments): Weight as advertised (tent only): 540 grams Approximately most realistic lightest configuration: 540 grams (tent) 70 grams (8 stakes) 70 grams (carbon tent poles) Total weight: 680 grams This configuration can weigh less by choosing the lightest stakes possible. But that is not realistic for a thru hike when taking into account strength, durability and wind resistence. You can erect the tent with 6 stakes instead of 8. But you then loose the head and foot room at the tent sides for a comfortable and condensation free sleep. Also, the carbon poles flex noticeably. More so in moderate to heavy winds. Which is good, otherwise they snap. However, once a carbon tent pole snaps you cannot repear it. Lastly due to the flex of the tent poles combined with the single layer design it is more of challenge to prevent rain and condensation problems. Intended configuration: 540 grams (tent) 70 grams (8 stakes) 280 grams (2 x 140 grams lightweight trekking poles) Total weight: 890 grams. Total weight: 940 grams (when including one spare carbon tent pole) As to the weight, one can argue not to include trekking poles. I do, for the mere fact that many trekking pole users occasionally walk with either one or both trekking poles stored on/in the backpack. And the problem remains that a snapped trekking pole can no longer be used as a tent pole. To compare, the Hilleberg Anaris with trekking poles weighs 1680 grams (using 280 grams for the trekking poles).
The entire point of most people using a trekking pole tent is to go lightweight in fairer weather, when the Hilleberg 'bombproof' quality is less important-this is twice as heavy and twice as expensive as the most premium competitors for that particular user. Others come to Hilleberg for supreme weather protection, but this isn't the type of design most would go for: rather something like the Niak or Soulo. Obviously I don't want Hilleberg to compromise their quality or ethos to make ultralight gear, and I'm sure there are people who will love this tent for its own enjoyment. However, for the majority of people I'd imagine this is a product without any particular USP that helps it corner any market.
Hi Lewis, I am not sure I agree totally but I do get your point for sure. I think Hilleberg has a large fan base and maybe the weight is not the only thing. Like buying a Porsche in a country with a 100 km/h speed limit; beautiful brand but with a performance we can't use. It is a choice by the heart probably. Thanks for sharing your point of view. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
In the Scandinavian mountains (Hilleberg is a Swedish brand), there is no way you can compromize away rain proof or wind proof. It can go from 30 degrees celsius and sun to 5 degrees and stormy rain in just a few hours. You will almost never not have rain in your trip. So for those hiking conditions, this is a good lightweight alternative and that is a huge market niche at least here in Sweden.
Curious if you like this better than the Nallo for 3-season use? Have you reviewed or used the Nallo. I have the Unna and Allak, but looking for a light weight summer tent for bikepacking. Thanks for a thorough and well presented review. I live in the Tetons, we do get some weather and cooler temps. Wind and thunderstorms too!
Hi Dave, I have used the Nallo 2 and 3 GT many times. Super tent. Never used the ones without the awning. It is pretty wind resistant but not a dome! Does this help? Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Actually, I was looking for a reply about how you like the Nallo compared to the Amaris? Pro’s and con’s? From reading other comments, look like I should throw the Nick into the same question. Let me know what you think - thanks.
Sorry, misunderstood. Well the Nallo is more wind/storm weather proof than the Anaris. I love the Anaris design and all the clever things, the Nallo is more straight forward.
Thanks a lot for all your inspiring and educational content! I find it hard to fit my Black Dimond poles in the sleeve why I wonder which of the leki poles you have used with the tent? Thanks!
Hi Johan, Thanks for the nice comment and sharing your thoughts! It's been a while since I made the review.... Did I use Leki poles? I used the Helinox poles and I think I used the Leki Makalu but the ones I have are not for sale anymore. The Trail or Trail Lite must work. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
@@OutdoorguruGearReviews Thanks a lot! Even if they are not for sale any longer I got inspiration of what can fit! You didn’t use Leki in the video, but mentioned that they fit so therefore my question. Thanks agin for your replay!
Great vid. I'm thinking of getting this tent, always wanted a hilleberg so this might be the one as I'm doing the west highland way again next year with the misses. Have you tried it out in the scottish rain yet? How did it hold up? Have you tried it out in very bad weather like a storm? Thanks again for the vid great watch pal
Hi IA, Thank you for your compliments! The Anaris is quite capable and yes rainproof. I have not been to Scotland but the wide plains that I have in my area are a challenge too. I am pretty sure that - although the Anaris is windproof - I would bring a dome or a tunneltent if I am out on more windy spots. It's not the tent that is not capable but I like fabric that does not move to much in the wind. A dome is for me just better in that respect. I hope this answers your question 🙏. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Hi Roland, I would not do it since it will put stress and seams and zippers and maybe compromise the longlivity of the tent. So sorry... Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
I believe that Hilleberg make very good tents, but I would not consider this model. I have a Fjällräven Abisko Endurance 3 when I hike. We are normally only two persons but I appreciate the extra space that provides. It makes a big differnce on the experience even if you have to carry more weight. I prefer stopping for a rest one more extra time while walking if I can have the comfort when I’m at the camp.
Nice review, thanks. Is the inner-tent windproof? I would like to buy Anaris, but i'm not sure, if its enough warm for north-skandinavia in the summer an autum.
Hi Bernd, Thank you! Sort of windproof if you pitch it well. Warm? Depending on temperatures. I used in in the Alpes also a bit higher up and it has more ventilation than most domes or tunnels so in that respect it is a bit cooler. With pitching the fly more to the ground... it is a bit warmer. Nice to play with. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Jack, That is a briljant suggestion! Why did I not think of that. The Anaris is back to Hilleberg by now but I know a local dealer where I could maybe give it a try. If and when: I'll keep you posted. Thank for this comment! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Hello Gijs, best regards from Germany. I would like to purchase an Anaris tent and I own a pair of Komperdell Explorer Contour trekking poles. Will they fit into the sleeve of the Anaris? Maybe you could measure the circumference of the sleeve so that I could measure my pole grips? Wish you all the best 👍🏻
Hi Graubart, Thanks for the regards! Sorry, I can't help here.... I send the tent back to Hilleberg after testing. The Contours have a very comfy mushroom shape top and that might be a problem. You don't have a shop around? Otherwise I can ask Hilleberg. Let me know. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
I have noticed a lot of water retention in the outer tent after a heavy rainstorm. I have an older Akto. The tent weighs considerably more after a heavy rain than before. Have you found this to be an issue? Silicone does not seem to prevent nylon fabric from absorbing water. My several nylon rain flys have the same issue. Some tent manufacturers use a combination of polyurethane and silicone to seal the fabric, others use polyester fabric, which is less likely to absorb water, but is not as strong as nylon, in the same thread diameter and count, per square meter, or foot, in the USA.
Hi Daniel, No, I don't have this experience and I have not heard it before. I have a lot other tents from different brands the 'same' fabric andf none have this. Yes, condensation makes fabric more heavy if you pac it wet but that is not what you are talking about. I will check this with some manufacturers but given me a bit of time since mots are closed now and I take it a bit slow at the moment too. Ok? . Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Curved zips are a notorious failure point - even with YKK zips on Hillies. I don't know why they keep using this design when there are perfectly functional alternatives. And their excuse that it's one-way to save weight is weird, because we're probably talking about a difference of 10 grams.
Steven, me and my wife are 170 cm and 63 kg so that was fine. We don't elbow out; new expresion for me and thanks for naming it. But... mostly we prefer a 3 person to when we can. Just to get a bit of our stuff in the tent. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Gijs
Richard, Thanks for the compliment! And the sub👍👍👍. I had to google the word 'cringe' and with the Dutch translation... Am I doing something wrong to you opinion? Always ready to learn. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stray Safe! Cheers, Gijs
@@OutdoorguruGearReviews most welcome, it wasn’t a criticism at all, when watching your video you put the pair of trekking poles on the tent points down, thankfully they had the rubber caps on 😀
Hi Jonas, This is what I wrote on my website: 'You don’t need to use the Hilleberg poles of course but you will need poles with a length of about 125 to 135 cm (50 to 53 inches). ". So you should be fine. This is the article... just in case: outdoorguru.com/outdoorgear-en/tents/hilleberg-anaris-lightweight-tent-review/ Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe 😄! Cheers, Gijs
Hi, thanks for the in depth review. I just have 2 questions. 1: I am a tall dutch guy at 193 cm long. In the past I've slept in Hilleberg's tunneltents and the enan, but I will end up with a wet end of my sleeping bag. What is your experience or expectation with the Anaris and a tall person? Do you think I will constantly touch the innertent? 2: I am searching for a good picture of the outer zipper of the Anaris but I can't find one. It doesn't have a flap covering the zipper and it is also not a aquaguard zipper like te one on the Hilleberg rogen. Won't water go through?
@@OutdoorguruGearReviews you did talk about the length of the innertent but not about the maximum person height. For example, even though the innertent length of the hilleberg nallo is 220 cm, I don’t fit in it. But I think I will just test that one in store once they open again. You didn’t talk about the outside zipper. It doesn’t appear to be water resistant.
@@Foets1e Koen, Sometimes the comment section of CZcams goes wrong somewhere. I'll start from the beginning. 1) With a length of 193 cm I think you are on there tall side and the tent on the short side. I thing your feet are not small either so when you lay down and relax you will be taller than 193 cm. If you plan to use it solo... diagonal might be an option. Person length max... about 185 cm I think. 2) Did you read the article on my website? There is a picture with the zipper in it and no it does not have a cover. In the time that I reviewed it with rain I did not notice any water getting through the zipper and I do get your remark... it is funny since it is not a special waterproof zipper as I can recall. But it might be that the water just follows the zipper to the ground and that it does not leak into the awnings. I hope this helps. BTW When things are going back to normal again I am planning to do a couple of test events with tents and gear and I am planning the Anaris to be there as well. If you need more info on the Anaris, just give me call. Number is on the website. Cheers, Gijs
Late answer perhaps , but I can pitch in something when it comes to your question if it’s suitable to tall ppl. I’m pretty tall myself (198cm) and I don’t find that my sleeping bag gets wet, nor does my head hit the “roof”. Sure it’s not as comfortable as in the kaitum or in the Keron. But it works just fine! I have slept both solo and with a friend. If you sleep solo you will have ample space. If not alone it will get a little cramped but you will have a good night sleep.
Hallo Gijs, Zou je de Anaris ook aanbevelen aan mensen die 193 cm zijn en een sea to summit etherlight mat gebruiken van 10cm dik.. Zonder dat je dan de binnentent raakt ? Ik ben nog steed opzoek naar de ideale tent voor mij...
Mathijs, Om eerlijk te zijn... ik twijfel. Het pas, dat weet ik zeker maar ik vraag me af of het naar binnen en naar buiten kruipen zo handig is. Voor iemand van 1.69 is dat lastig in te schatten. De meeste lange mensen die ik ken, kopen een wat ruimere 3 personen tent voor met z'n twee en het is verdacht vaak een tunnel. Ik weet natuurlijk verder niets van je dus het is lastig met je mee te denken. Ik doe dat graag maar dan even via de mail of liever mobiel. Gegevens op de website 😉. Groet, Gijs
Hi Mikael, They are from the Dutch brand Lowland. The green one is thick and I like it, the yellow one... Not the best. I have them on review for the early spring... so if you've subscribed you will see tem ;-). Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Hi I think you missed a lot about the guidelines and that tells a lot about this tent the angle of the four corner guidelines it is critical to this tent.
Hi Al, The angle of the guylines is not more or less critical than with other ridge tents I know. Maybe because I have a few and I am Dutch that I didn't think it is special? But you are right: if you don't pitch and tension the four corners correct the tent doesn't work that well. That was the remark on the pitching space and that it doesn't fit everywhere what one would expect on the size. The only thing I forgot to put in the edit is the locked zipper but I am curious: what else did I miss and would you like me to do a special video on pitching? Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Gijs
Hi Bima, That depends on a lot of different factors.... wind, temperature, ground, rain, time off year so that is difficult to predict for your use. In general: ok, the fly is pretty open when pitched in the nice part of the year.
Haha, if you are into that kind of camping I do understand. It is not the same as tent but you are right about costs and flexibility. Thanks for the comment! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Hey Gijs, instead of giving the weights in fractions of a gram... maybe it's more useful to add the weights in ounces for your American viewers. Groeten uit Florida van een Hilleberg fan!
Hi Remco, True but a hassle to recalculate and put it on screen. But you are not first to make this remark so I'll try to listen 😉. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Some of you found me to be too quick with the pitching part in de video. I'll do a special pitch video this week.
Thanks for a fantastic review! One Q! how wide is the sleave/ sock for trekkingpoles in cm? I use black diamond...
A thorough, logical and enjoyable review, thank you very much for your time and effort. Kind regards from Peter Bennett, Victoria , Australia.
Hi Peter, You are welcome 🙏 and thank you for the kind words! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
I added a extra zip for my tent, i have now a two way zipper. cost approx 30 euro for both sides. Works very good. i bought the repair kit from Hilleberg, after talking to Peter
Great tip Anders! Who did the zipper? Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Very thorough explanation. Like doug de mouro of tents !
Thank you GH 🙏. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Amazing tent! I tested it last weekend with plenty of rain on monday. Thank you for this revieuw Gijs. So far no problem with the single zipper. I like the simplicity of this tent.
Great to hear and thanks for the nice comment! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
I congratulate you, you are very prepared on this subject, last month I bought a Hilleberg Saitaris, the only thing I can say is that it is the roll's royce of the tents, simply another category.
thanks, best regard.
You are welcome Danilo and thanks for the kind words 🙏. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
I enjoyed your review, mate. I own this tent and love it! It works very well here in Queensland, Australia, where we don't get winter by European standards! I'm very happy with how it stood up to a nasty afternoon storm we got caught in on a 100km hike. We were halfway between camping sites, probably 7km to go to the next one, on the side of a mountain with hail, rain and lightening. I pulled out the anaris, quickly pitched the fly only, and all 3 of us took shelter until the storm passed. We were all grateful that I had this tent, with it's versatility and ease of use, because it would have sucked without it!
Thanks for the compliments and sharing your thoughts Sam 😄. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Good stuff. I'm a Queenslander living in Brisbane, and am seriously considering buying an Anaris.
@@maiabrittany it's a really nice tent mate. Good for our climate. The main downside from my perspective is that it's expensive. But being a hilleberg, you get what you pay for
@@sammurphy5454 thanks Sam. Purchased an Anaris a couple of days ago and think it will be exactly what I need. I'm heading bush next week and can't wait to use it.
@@maiabrittany hopefully you love it as much as I do Chris! Best of luck with it!
Ok..maybe the best tent review of all time! Amazing work.
Hi North61, Thank you 👍😊🙏 Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Cheers Gijs! A very thorough review. No stone unturned.. as the saying goes. 👍
You are excellent at what you do keep it up ! your reviews are awesome.
02:40 less than half smaller when packed
Fantastic review, good point on the two way zipper (mosquitoes way to get in)
Thank you
Hi Philip, You are welcome and thanks for commenting 🙏. Enjoy the outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
@@OutdoorguruGearReviews So my little feedback on the Anaris, and bad weather conditions with strong winds. I was up to Jaun pass 1500 altitude and it was scary :)
Not the ideal tent for strong winds.
Found very difficult to pitch the tent closer to the ground to avoid the wind lifting everything up in the sky.
Once you pitch the tent close to the ground, the inner tent is very very close to the outer tent.
I thought I was flying away, but surprisingly the tent did not break (excellent hilleberg quality).
Even if the tent was flapping right to left like crazy, I've spent 30 minutes holding firmly to one walking pole to keep everything in place, I was totally dry (lucky me)
Perfect tent for almost everything except high winds with rain.
Your observations on the zipper doors, and lack of line inside and lack of pockets, totally legit observations! (guess for the price they should have thought about it)
Probably the most versatile Hilleberg summer tent so far. Let's hope they change their minds about the double way zip. Two zips would add... 0.7% (or 10g) to the weight of the tent. It does not make much of a difference.
Juris, We agree on this! Cheers, Gijs
I think you could just put on one of those repair zipper things he reviewd.
ZlideOn Zipper.
Hi Gijs! First I want to thank you for a great review. Excellent job! I own this tent for about a year and half and I'm more than satisfied with it. What I like about it is easy pitching, very good ventilation, weight and overall playfulness. It is more than just an ordinary tent. I'd say it has a character :) About technical stuff all you say is true - it's waterproof (very solid), even this is the lightest line the fabric is very sturdy, 2 entrances are priceless, the pitching time is about 5 min tops. I only have one issue which sometimes bothers me. Not sure if it's just me or tent fault. In temperatures below +5°C, when I set the outer tent directly to the ground it causes quite a lot of condensation. In the middle of the night, I wake up totally soaked which makes me even colder. I know this is 3 season tent but I often use it in the winter months without snow. So in order to make it warmer inside don't put the outer tent on the ground. Instead, let it breathe. This is happening around -5°C to + 5°C roughly. I haven't tested it in colder conditions yet. Is there any way how to avoid condensation in such weather? Otherwise, I'd always recommend leaving the outer tent always as far as possible to make room for condensation to go away. This is from my personal experience. I'd love your input about this if you had a chance to test it in similar conditions.
Hi Tomas, Thanks for sharing your thoughts and experiences. Yes, condensation is a problem with colder temperatures and the fly on to the ground: it has very little room for ventilation in that case. I am reviewing the Helags at the same moment and this one has nice arches to ventilate the lower end of the fly and it works quite well as a in between solution. But like you write: it's a three season 🏕. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
@@OutdoorguruGearReviews Thanks for the reply, Gijs! Yeah, it's a common issue I guess. In fact, this could be my poor choice of picking a campsite as well as my physical disadvantage. In warm months I sweat a lot and in winter I still remain very warm if someone shakes my hand. So overall I think I am somewhat warmer:) I prefer to stay at close distance to the water source which is often in the valley where wetter conditions can occur. I like those areas, so this is my preference. There are usually plenty of mosquitos so I keep the tent closed at all times. I never tried a footprint though. I heard it helps quite a lot. Do you have experience with it? Also, can't wait for your review of Helags. It looks like a really interesting tent. Cheers!
But you are not supposed to let the fly touch the ground?? 🤔The tent isnt designed for that.
Hi Rasmus, Well actually it is: czcams.com/video/lN9GwEG0vtQ/video.html at 08.:00 Cheers, Gijs
@@OutdoorguruGearReviews Ahh thank you. And btw your reviews are very informative🙏 Kind Regards Rasmus
Well about mosquitos and midges: only the Hilleberg Nammatj GT and Keron GT models do have a decent protected living room than. But the Anaris: I think too! :-)
If it is hot or dry weather mostly than you have this problem and the escape is: the inner tent.
Seems logic but the panorama is unique even with the outer tent closed, let alone open!
The ventilation has the same superbness so I think this is another configuration uniquely to this tent. :-)
And.. yes this is a Dutch classic indeed. :-)
Although I won't doubt to interchange my Hilleberg Unna for any tent in the world, I did like watching your entire video. The Anaris, another very nice and interesting tent from the Hillie-family and very well reviewed by you. I also liked your words about the place where you pitched your tent, de uiterwaarden, since I more or less grew up there. Best regards from Spain.
Hi Kayasper, as in Jasper? Dutch name? Not the the Canadian one 😉. Living in Spain now? Thank for comment and the 👍 on my review. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
@@OutdoorguruGearReviews You caught me Gijs, totally dutch, net zoals jij, haha. Ja, ik ben 13 jaar geleden naar Spanje verhuisd, Extremadura. Zal waarschijnlijk binnenkort nog wat verder naar het zuiden opschuiven om in Cádiz te gaan wonen. Prachtige natuur in beide provincies. Leuk om contact met je te hebben, groetjes, Jasper.
Funnily enough, I own an Unna and also have my eye on the Anaris. I don't know if I can fully justify buying an extra tent, although I am trying to justify it as : the Unna is 1 kg heavier and might be too warm for mid-Summer, but the Anaris..... I really think it's more the case of always wanting N+1 Hillebergs! I absolutely love my Unna.
@@chrisw3327 Have you tried your Unna with the mesh inner tent, Chris? It really works well in warm/hot weather. It might even steal your excuse to buy another tent, although just like you, I would like to own several, haha.
@@kayasper6081 Hi! No, I haven't tried the Unna in that configuration yet. However, if it was warm and raining, I would definitely need an Anaris. Therefore, as UK summer is just like that, I have convinced myself. Seriously though, for a lot of my wild camping pitches, the Unna is likely to be more versatile, due to its smaller footprint and because, being freestanding, I can pick it up to reposition slightly. The Anaris would be better for longer distance trekking though, due to the weight saving. Both are awesome tents and maybe one day I can afford to also buy the Anaris.
This is the best review on any product ive ever watched
Bedankt voor de review! Vanmiddag even langs zwerfkei om hem in het echt te zien :)
Hoi Miiort, Graag gedaan en veel plezier met kijken. Mocht je nog wat willen weten: ik hoor het wel. Groet, Gijs
@@OutdoorguruGearReviews Hoi Gijs, Ik ben gisteren even wezen kijken en kreeg toch te horen dat de Anaris geen geschikte tent is voor de noordelijkere gebieden (met name Schotland/Scandinavië). Wat is jouw mening wat dat betreft? Zou je de tent bovenop een berg kunnen gebruiken, mits je de buitentent goed laag bij de grond afspant? Het doek van de Anaris zou dunner zijn dan bijv. een Akto, maar dat is natuurlijk ook een 4-seizoenen tent dus tja...
Ik zou de Anaris ook niet als een 4-seizoenen tent zien. Naar het Noorden kan er prima mee, maar niet in de winter en op een winderig heuveltop zijn er zeker betere kandidaten. Het is net wat je er mee wilt, waar je heen gaat en wanneer.... Een 2P koepel is wellicht slimmer.
Sehr gutes Video! Hervorragende Übersicht, ich schaue mir noch mehr Videos an… direkt abonniert =)
THANK YOU! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs 😉
Thank you for such a thorough review.
I was waiting for a good review of this tent, particularly on its configurations and how it may handle heavy rain, wind or midges.
Take care, Gijs. 👍
Thanks Barry, I could have made a video of 2 hours easy on this tent. There are things I didn't put in the edit due to time. Like the pitching... was 10 minutes in real time. *But... maybe I should do a pitching video 😊* . Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Gijs
Yes, a pitching video would be good. :)
I'll give it a go later this week
Thanks! I'd like to see that.
A lot of the wild camping community in the UK are getting cheap Lanshan tents of similar design to the Anaris.
I know the difference in quality is probably substantial between the hilleberg and lanshan, but it would be interesting to see them stand up to the elements side by side. 🤔
For another day maybe. 🤗👍
@@BarryAllanScottart I got the lanshan, and after I decided to invest in more durable. I bought it (anaris) last year and did not use it yet, but next week!!!! I'm out!!! :)
Lanshan is good, especially for the price.
Hilleberg for my experience... Is awesome! I have the Nallo 3gt since 2012, and after many travels still solid like new. Just did some waterproofing 2 years ago at lake Baikal.
Fantastic and thorough review!! Pretty lame that if you point out flaws Hilleberg responds with "it's because of saving weight". Like one mesh pocket and a 2 way zipper would add any significant weight...
YHi Kearress, Thanks! Nice remark too 😄. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
this is amazing content very thorough. Your channel is an absolute gem.
THANKS Will! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Great review.
I just bought one my self. Can’t wait to test it out.
Hi Daniel, Great! Maybe I should start with affiliate links by now😉😊. Enjoy the Anaris and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
This is the first video of yours that i have seen. Very informative review, outstanding. Smashed the like and clicked on the bell.
👍👍👍 Mikey Joe! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
I really enjoyed this very informative video, so thank you. I'm going to buy an Anaris tomorrow.
You are most welcome 😄 Chris. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Great in-depth video, we really appreciate your hard work :)
Hi Simon, Spread the love! Thanks for the positive feedback. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Thank You for good review. This demonstration got me very interested about this tent.
Thanks Ari! My pleasure. Hi TJ, Enjoy the outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Mooi tentje...makkelijk op te zetten. Lekker luchtig. Perfect voor in Spanje.
Ik dacht meer Zweden/Noorwegen/Finland/Canada ;-). Groetjes, Gijs
Great tent. Hilleberg should also consider making a one person version of the Anaris.
Hi Steve, Did you mail them? Could be a good suggestion for Hilly. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
About the lack of space to put your glases:
how about using a small "pouch" connected with a small rope, thru the same loop as you would hang the lantern in (with a slightly longer rope, the pouch would dangle underneath the lantern).
or...
it sounded like there were two spots to hang stuff on, since you mentioned you could hang a rope to f.ex dry your socks.. if thats the case... you got two spots for "light wight pouches" etc.
Hi RE, True, but on a way lesser expensive tents this is not even an 'issue'. I love most Hilleberg but just because its a Hilly they can't 'forget' about stuff. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Fantastic in-depth and detailed review, thanks!
You are welcome Matthew 😊. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Very nice review! Greetings from Germany. I got one Anaris now :)
Hi KP, Thanks for the comment😊. Enjoy the outdoors with the Anaris and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Great review.
Thanks!
Wicked review. Please review more Hillebergs!
Hi Kevin, working on the Helags review at the moment😀. Should be done in a few weeks. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Thank you for such a detailed review! I am gonna buy this tent and this answered all the questions I had left except for maybe the most difficult tent buying desicion of all; what color will I choose? 😨
Hi NN, Where are you from? Red is bright on the inside and I don't like but it is great for pictures. That is why I mostly use red tents for the reviews. If I buy a tent: dark green! Darker in the summer and not visible when camping on not allowed spots (Don't tell anyone 😉). Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Thank you for an excellent and thorough review. 👍😁
Hi Jason, I am glad you liked it. Its a lot of work to make the reviews but maybe I’ll make it as a CZcamsr in a few years😂. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
very very educational content, and the detail explained very amazing, cool dude
Thank you Kholilur 👍. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Well great I guess I’m going to have to get this tent
Hi Joseph, Please tell Hilleberg you liked my review and happy camping if you buy it! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Thank you gijs for this review. I don't think Hilleberg makes lightweight tents. But quality tents of the highest level. If you compare the Hilleberg Anaris 1400 grams, for example, with exactly the same shape Zpacks Duplex 550 grams. Duplex is a single wall tent made of the super light material cuben fiber. What do you think of Cuben fiber tents? Even if you compare Hilleberg with other top brands such as Nordisk, Terra Nova or Tarptent, Hilleberg is very disappointing when you look at the weight.
I myself own the Hilleberg Enan and the Niak and i think they are great tents, and let them be a bit heavier, the finish and the quality is great. And better than the other tent producers. So for me i always use Hilleberg tents.
Hi Raymond, Well, there is de difference in lightweight and ultra lightweight. The Zpacks fits in that last category. It would not be fair to both to put them in the same category, like a Ferrari and a F1 car on the track (maybe Ferrari is not the best example at the moment ;-).Cuban fibre... it's Dyneema if I am correct. Very strong, light and noisy. I never tested one but I know the material from tradeshows and tents that I have seen there. For the other brands you mention one general remark: I like lightweight tents but when they get to light it compromises my comfort. Tents get more flappy in winds, materials stretch a lot depending on weather and you have to retention all the time. That is not what I like. I have a few of those and I hardly ever bring them. For me a goods sleep is important: a bit more thicker mattress, sleepingbag and heavier tent are the chose. I'll safe some weight elsewhere or... get a better condition ;-). njoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Gijs
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Thank you for the explanation Gijs. And i agree 100%. Better a little more weight than sacrificing a lot of comfort. ATB and stay safe Raymond
@@raymondlogister6828 👍Question: would you like to see a separate video on pitching?
@@OutdoorguruGearReviews Hello Gijs. I am convinced that there are certainly people who find it interesting how to set up the anaris. I am not going to buy the Anaris because I already have the Enan and the Niak and they are both tents that are better for my needs than the Anaris.
But I am certainly looking forward to a setup video. ATB Raymond
@@OutdoorguruGearReviews
Dyneema does not stretch (much). Also because it does not absorb water. Which also makes it easier to dry and dries quicker by itself. And barely influences the packing weight when packed wet.
Though the Zpack Duplex is light - very light! - it weighs more than advertised. As illustrated below (weights rounded by 10 gram increments):
Weight as advertised (tent only):
540 grams
Approximately most realistic lightest configuration:
540 grams (tent)
70 grams (8 stakes)
70 grams (carbon tent poles)
Total weight: 680 grams
This configuration can weigh less by choosing the lightest stakes possible. But that is not realistic for a thru hike when taking into account strength, durability and wind resistence.
You can erect the tent with 6 stakes instead of 8. But you then loose the head and foot room at the tent sides for a comfortable and condensation free sleep.
Also, the carbon poles flex noticeably. More so in moderate to heavy winds. Which is good, otherwise they snap. However, once a carbon tent pole snaps you cannot repear it.
Lastly due to the flex of the tent poles combined with the single layer design it is more of challenge to prevent rain and condensation problems.
Intended configuration:
540 grams (tent)
70 grams (8 stakes)
280 grams (2 x 140 grams lightweight trekking poles)
Total weight: 890 grams.
Total weight: 940 grams (when including one spare carbon tent pole)
As to the weight, one can argue not to include trekking poles. I do, for the mere fact that many trekking pole users occasionally walk with either one or both trekking poles stored on/in the backpack.
And the problem remains that a snapped trekking pole can no longer be used as a tent pole.
To compare, the Hilleberg Anaris with trekking poles weighs 1680 grams (using 280 grams for the trekking poles).
The entire point of most people using a trekking pole tent is to go lightweight in fairer weather, when the Hilleberg 'bombproof' quality is less important-this is twice as heavy and twice as expensive as the most premium competitors for that particular user. Others come to Hilleberg for supreme weather protection, but this isn't the type of design most would go for: rather something like the Niak or Soulo. Obviously I don't want Hilleberg to compromise their quality or ethos to make ultralight gear, and I'm sure there are people who will love this tent for its own enjoyment. However, for the majority of people I'd imagine this is a product without any particular USP that helps it corner any market.
Hi Lewis, I am not sure I agree totally but I do get your point for sure. I think Hilleberg has a large fan base and maybe the weight is not the only thing. Like buying a Porsche in a country with a 100 km/h speed limit; beautiful brand but with a performance we can't use. It is a choice by the heart probably. Thanks for sharing your point of view. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
In the Scandinavian mountains (Hilleberg is a Swedish brand), there is no way you can compromize away rain proof or wind proof. It can go from 30 degrees celsius and sun to 5 degrees and stormy rain in just a few hours. You will almost never not have rain in your trip. So for those hiking conditions, this is a good lightweight alternative and that is a huge market niche at least here in Sweden.
Curious if you like this better than the Nallo for 3-season use? Have you reviewed or used the Nallo. I have the Unna and Allak, but looking for a light weight summer tent for bikepacking. Thanks for a thorough and well presented review. I live in the Tetons, we do get some weather and cooler temps. Wind and thunderstorms too!
Hi Dave, I have used the Nallo 2 and 3 GT many times. Super tent. Never used the ones without the awning. It is pretty wind resistant but not a dome! Does this help?
Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Actually, I was looking for a reply about how you like the Nallo compared to the Amaris? Pro’s and con’s? From reading other comments, look like I should throw the Nick into the same question. Let me know what you think - thanks.
Sorry, misunderstood. Well the Nallo is more wind/storm weather proof than the Anaris. I love the Anaris design and all the clever things, the Nallo is more straight forward.
Thanks a lot for all your inspiring and educational content! I find it hard to fit my Black Dimond poles in the sleeve why I wonder which of the leki poles you have used with the tent? Thanks!
Hi Johan, Thanks for the nice comment and sharing your thoughts! It's been a while since I made the review.... Did I use Leki poles? I used the Helinox poles and I think I used the Leki Makalu but the ones I have are not for sale anymore. The Trail or Trail Lite must work. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
@@OutdoorguruGearReviews Thanks a lot! Even if they are not for sale any longer I got inspiration of what can fit! You didn’t use Leki in the video, but mentioned that they fit so therefore my question. Thanks agin for your replay!
Great vid. I'm thinking of getting this tent, always wanted a hilleberg so this might be the one as I'm doing the west highland way again next year with the misses. Have you tried it out in the scottish rain yet? How did it hold up? Have you tried it out in very bad weather like a storm? Thanks again for the vid great watch pal
Hi IA, Thank you for your compliments! The Anaris is quite capable and yes rainproof. I have not been to Scotland but the wide plains that I have in my area are a challenge too. I am pretty sure that - although the Anaris is windproof - I would bring a dome or a tunneltent if I am out on more windy spots. It's not the tent that is not capable but I like fabric that does not move to much in the wind. A dome is for me just better in that respect. I hope this answers your question 🙏. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
@@OutdoorguruGearReviews thanks for your reply pal great help 😁
Hi! Nice review as allways! Question: do you think its possible to fit two wide sleeping pads (64cm xtherm wide version) in the Anaris?
Hi Roland, I would not do it since it will put stress and seams and zippers and maybe compromise the longlivity of the tent. So sorry... Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
I have used an Exped duo lw and it worked very well. A thing to consider is to lower the trekking pole 1-2 cm and then you're fine.
@@vincentsimonsenjonsson4081 That is good news and thanks for sharing.
I believe that Hilleberg make very good tents, but I would not consider this model. I have a Fjällräven Abisko Endurance 3 when I hike. We are normally only two persons but I appreciate the extra space that provides. It makes a big differnce on the experience even if you have to carry more weight. I prefer stopping for a rest one more extra time while walking if I can have the comfort when I’m at the camp.
Perhaps I should add that I also carry a footprint and a tarp as well. I know, it is a bit too much perhaps.
I like to take a three person tent too when being with 2 so I totally understand ;-). Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe, Cheers Gijs
Nice review, thanks. Is the inner-tent windproof? I would like to buy Anaris, but i'm not sure, if its enough warm for north-skandinavia in the summer an autum.
Hi Bernd, Thank you! Sort of windproof if you pitch it well. Warm? Depending on temperatures. I used in in the Alpes also a bit higher up and it has more ventilation than most domes or tunnels so in that respect it is a bit cooler. With pitching the fly more to the ground... it is a bit warmer. Nice to play with. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Could you put on one of those repair zippers you reviewd to make it two way?
Jack, That is a briljant suggestion! Why did I not think of that. The Anaris is back to Hilleberg by now but I know a local dealer where I could maybe give it a try. If and when: I'll keep you posted. Thank for this comment! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
@@OutdoorguruGearReviews I have the tent now and with the first try: not an issue at all. :-) But yes you can alter it probably.
Hello Gijs, best regards from Germany. I would like to purchase an Anaris tent and I own a pair of Komperdell Explorer Contour trekking poles. Will they fit into the sleeve of the Anaris? Maybe you could measure the circumference of the sleeve so that I could measure my pole grips?
Wish you all the best 👍🏻
Hi Graubart, Thanks for the regards! Sorry, I can't help here.... I send the tent back to Hilleberg after testing. The Contours have a very comfy mushroom shape top and that might be a problem. You don't have a shop around? Otherwise I can ask Hilleberg. Let me know. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
I have noticed a lot of water retention in the outer tent after a heavy rainstorm. I have an older Akto. The tent weighs considerably more after a heavy rain than before. Have you found this to be an issue? Silicone does not seem to prevent nylon fabric from absorbing water. My several nylon rain flys have the same issue. Some tent manufacturers use a combination of polyurethane and silicone to seal the fabric, others use polyester fabric, which is less likely to absorb water, but is not as strong as nylon, in the same thread diameter and count, per square meter, or foot, in the USA.
Hi Daniel, No, I don't have this experience and I have not heard it before. I have a lot other tents from different brands the 'same' fabric andf none have this. Yes, condensation makes fabric more heavy if you pac it wet but that is not what you are talking about. I will check this with some manufacturers but given me a bit of time since mots are closed now and I take it a bit slow at the moment too. Ok? . Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Curved zips are a notorious failure point - even with YKK zips on Hillies. I don't know why they keep using this design when there are perfectly functional alternatives. And their excuse that it's one-way to save weight is weird, because we're probably talking about a difference of 10 grams.
Thanks for the nice comment and sharing your thoughts and experience! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
What was it like for two people sleeping? The width was why I chose the 3-person Anjan instead for myself and girlfriend. We like out elbow room ☺️
Steven, me and my wife are 170 cm and 63 kg so that was fine. We don't elbow out; new expresion for me and thanks for naming it. But... mostly we prefer a 3 person to when we can. Just to get a bit of our stuff in the tent. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Gijs
@@OutdoorguruGearReviews lol - that's a spelling mistake from me, meant to say "we like our elbow room"
Haha, Now we have a new saying!
Anyone else cringe when he put the trekking poles on the tent 😬
The best tent review I have ever seen, just subscribed ❤️
Richard, Thanks for the compliment! And the sub👍👍👍. I had to google the word 'cringe' and with the Dutch translation... Am I doing something wrong to you opinion? Always ready to learn. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stray Safe! Cheers, Gijs
@@OutdoorguruGearReviews most welcome, it wasn’t a criticism at all, when watching your video you put the pair of trekking poles on the tent points down, thankfully they had the rubber caps on 😀
@@richiewynne58 Pfiieew ;-) Me happy. Where in de the video? Did I put them on tent fabric?
Lot like z pack duplex or lanshan. Is like made from sort stop rip meterial, but is gone up in price.
Yup! Not sort of ripstop, just ripstop ;-). Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
좋은리뷰 잘 봤습니다^^
고맙습니다! 야외 활동을 즐기고 안전을 유지하십시오! 건배, 기즈 (Google translate so I hope it works! Cheers, Gijs)
Hey Great video. Is 132 cm sufficient lenght of the pole to pitch Anaris? Or poles that are 140 cm needed?
Hi Jonas,
This is what I wrote on my website: 'You don’t need to use the Hilleberg poles of course but you will need poles with a length of about 125 to 135 cm (50 to 53 inches). ". So you should be fine. This is the article... just in case: outdoorguru.com/outdoorgear-en/tents/hilleberg-anaris-lightweight-tent-review/
Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe 😄!
Cheers,
Gijs
This is like a lanshan 2? Obviously this tent is better, but if you spray the lanshan 2 inner with water repellent you would get something similar?
Hi Carl, Nice remark! I did not know this tent before... now... who is the copycat? Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Hi, thanks for the in depth review.
I just have 2 questions.
1: I am a tall dutch guy at 193 cm long. In the past I've slept in Hilleberg's tunneltents and the enan, but I will end up with a wet end of my sleeping bag. What is your experience or expectation with the Anaris and a tall person? Do you think I will constantly touch the innertent?
2: I am searching for a good picture of the outer zipper of the Anaris but I can't find one. It doesn't have a flap covering the zipper and it is also not a aquaguard zipper like te one on the Hilleberg rogen. Won't water go through?
Hi Koen, I am pretty sure I answered your questions. Did you get them? Gijs
@@OutdoorguruGearReviews you did talk about the length of the innertent but not about the maximum person height. For example, even though the innertent length of the hilleberg nallo is 220 cm, I don’t fit in it. But I think I will just test that one in store once they open again.
You didn’t talk about the outside zipper. It doesn’t appear to be water resistant.
@@Foets1e Koen, Sometimes the comment section of CZcams goes wrong somewhere. I'll start from the beginning.
1) With a length of 193 cm I think you are on there tall side and the tent on the short side. I thing your feet are not small either so when you lay down and relax you will be taller than 193 cm. If you plan to use it solo... diagonal might be an option. Person length max... about 185 cm I think.
2) Did you read the article on my website? There is a picture with the zipper in it and no it does not have a cover. In the time that I reviewed it with rain I did not notice any water getting through the zipper and I do get your remark... it is funny since it is not a special waterproof zipper as I can recall. But it might be that the water just follows the zipper to the ground and that it does not leak into the awnings.
I hope this helps.
BTW When things are going back to normal again I am planning to do a couple of test events with tents and gear and I am planning the Anaris to be there as well.
If you need more info on the Anaris, just give me call. Number is on the website.
Cheers,
Gijs
Late answer perhaps , but I can pitch in something when it comes to your question if it’s suitable to tall ppl. I’m pretty tall myself (198cm) and I don’t find that my sleeping bag gets wet, nor does my head hit the “roof”. Sure it’s not as comfortable as in the kaitum or in the Keron. But it works just fine! I have slept both solo and with a friend. If you sleep solo you will have ample space. If not alone it will get a little cramped but you will have a good night sleep.
Hallo Gijs, Zou je de Anaris ook aanbevelen aan mensen die 193 cm zijn en een sea to summit etherlight mat gebruiken van 10cm dik.. Zonder dat je dan de binnentent raakt ? Ik ben nog steed opzoek naar de ideale tent voor mij...
Mathijs, Om eerlijk te zijn... ik twijfel. Het pas, dat weet ik zeker maar ik vraag me af of het naar binnen en naar buiten kruipen zo handig is. Voor iemand van 1.69 is dat lastig in te schatten. De meeste lange mensen die ik ken, kopen een wat ruimere 3 personen tent voor met z'n twee en het is verdacht vaak een tunnel. Ik weet natuurlijk verder niets van je dus het is lastig met je mee te denken. Ik doe dat graag maar dan even via de mail of liever mobiel. Gegevens op de website 😉. Groet, Gijs
What are the sleepingmattresses called? And most importantly do you like them.
Hi Mikael, They are from the Dutch brand Lowland. The green one is thick and I like it, the yellow one... Not the best. I have them on review for the early spring... so if you've subscribed you will see tem ;-). Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Many hikers don't use treking poles. they do save your legs!
Hi Bob, many hiker should use poles 🙏. Agree. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Hi I think you missed a lot about the guidelines and that tells a lot about this tent the angle of the four corner guidelines it is critical to this tent.
Hi Al, The angle of the guylines is not more or less critical than with other ridge tents I know. Maybe because I have a few and I am Dutch that I didn't think it is special? But you are right: if you don't pitch and tension the four corners correct the tent doesn't work that well. That was the remark on the pitching space and that it doesn't fit everywhere what one would expect on the size. The only thing I forgot to put in the edit is the locked zipper but I am curious: what else did I miss and would you like me to do a special video on pitching? Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Gijs
How is condensation in this tent?
Hi Bima, That depends on a lot of different factors.... wind, temperature, ground, rain, time off year so that is difficult to predict for your use. In general: ok, the fly is pretty open when pitched in the nice part of the year.
I think my 3x3 DD tarp and bivi set up beats this and is more flexible at a fraction of the price. Quality tent mind as with all Hilleberg gear.
Haha, if you are into that kind of camping I do understand. It is not the same as tent but you are right about costs and flexibility. Thanks for the comment! Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
Hey Gijs, instead of giving the weights in fractions of a gram... maybe it's more useful to add the weights in ounces for your American viewers. Groeten uit Florida van een Hilleberg fan!
Hi Remco, True but a hassle to recalculate and put it on screen. But you are not first to make this remark so I'll try to listen 😉. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
"midget" haha. a midget is a name for a small person. I think you meant "midge" or "midgy".
I know.... one of those mistakes I can't get out of my head. I'll try harder. Enjoy the Outdoors and Stay Safe! Cheers, Gijs
@@OutdoorguruGearReviews haha it's all good. It was just a funny mistake to make !