Great video. I own both Voyager 2 and Voyager 2 EX and have used them on several trekking/skiing expeditions in the arctic region. Both winter and summer. They withstand any weather. Comparable with Hilleberg Nallo and Nammatj GT. Robens even seem to have less condensation problem (but you should always refrain from cooking inside). Some tweaks: 1) You appreciate the oversized bag in winter when wind and snow make it impossible to fold and roll the tent. Let one front stake remain or attach front to backpack. Grab the two rear stake loops, shake the guy lines into the middle of the fold and just start showing into the bag until you come to the front stake loop. Let it hang out, and you are immediately ready for next pitching. In winter it is all about speed and convenience. Tent poles and pegs is better keep separate, not to lose them in the snow when you pitch. It all will compress naturally anyway when you pack it in/on backpack. 2) Remove guy line holders. Completely pointless feature that won't work in reality. Instead use that cord to replace the zipper toggles on fly sheet. The luminous part tend to come lose when you least expect it and you don't want that to happen on the exterior door in the middle of the night in the winter. ;-) 3) Robens generous standard ventilation openings is to the advantage in the winter, because it reduce moist and condensation. 4) Until 2018 Voyager 2 EX also had a rear door that was great for cooking in poor weather. I am sad to see it gone. 5) 2 Extra drying lines is clear improvement. 6) Previously Robens original stakes was old fashion sticks. I always replaced with Geertop Y-stakes (and a set of snow stakes) For these Roben tents are completely hassle free, they just keep on giving. Night after night. I think you will be very happy with it.
I appreciate your views on this as I'lm looking at the 3ex. heard some poor service on some more expensive manufactures of tents which you would expect at soo expensive a tent
I've bought a groundsheet and waiting for delivery and bought a Oex expedition tarp as it was cheaper than Robens and slightly smaller. You've sold this tent to me, cheers Taff 🤠👊
I have the Voyager 3 EX a great tent l have had it for about two years no problems in high winds or hard rain , with a low chair you can sit in the porch .
Maff, liking this A LOT. Bloody huge tent buddy, but in the winter when you are inside in the dark for 12+ hours, having the space to spread out damp gear, cook and eat sitting up, is a massive bonus. Really will be interested in seeing the next operational use. Greets from grey and wet Wales, Dave G.
Dave we too are just about to drop into lockdown and I just managed to get out on the hills with it once. It stood up very well but I had a couple of gripes nothing that cant be fixed. Believe it or not but i had a troll comment on that yellow peace of crap tent we both bought and he told me that it was not a fair test ....LOL and that lots of 4 season tents cant handle that type of wind ...HUH? well it aint a flaming 4 season tent then is it lol i dont know mate why would you defend the yellow peril 🤦♂️
Thank you Matt this video is very helpful... I do like the space and how it separates the sleeping area from the cooking and storage I have to say it is a little expensive but worth it..I cant wait to see how well it does on windy and rainy days my favorite time of the year, as always great video till next time take care my friend
good video, some handy practical advice on pitching the 2EX. I've the Starlight 1, super tent, love it and depend on it in the mountains. From your video the 3EX is on the shopping list
hi l have had a Voyager 3EX for 5 years l can tell you it is a very, very good tent it has been used in the winter in wind and rain here on the continent never had a problem it is a high end tent a little heavy but good quality tents tend to be heavy it is a top tents 100 %
I'm not a camper, but great review. Must say I have had 4 trips to France cancelled this year. That including one in December, that I doubt will happen with lockdown as we now have. But will be watching this going forward as love these vlogs along with the bush craft etc.
I've had a real challenge this year to try and balance things out and with the extension needed finishing well that just made it worse still there is always next year 😁
I've got a Roben's Starlight 1 and very happy with it for the £120 I paid. Roben's seem to be well made and designed tents. I've just had a look at the stats for the Voyager and I'm very impressed by the wind stats. My low profile Starlight has a 160kmh average wind speed before the tent may begin to struggle - and yet your much larger tent has exactly the same average speed spec. That's pretty incredible.
@@MaffTUK My first wild camp in the Starlight was back in August during Storm Francis - it handled the storm without even breaking a sweat. I think you are unlikely to have problems unless the wind is coming at you hard from the side.
Alright Maff. Hope you’re keeping well. It’s a cracking tent and it’s difficult to recommend others in that price bracket. I’ve got the sil-nylon version of that one called the Robens Osprey 2EX. They’re cracking tents. Also got a Robens Starlight 2 and a Fjallraven Abisko Endurance 4 which is directly comparable to a Hilleberg. The Fjallraven is a cracking tent, and so it should be for the money, but the Robens are extremely dependable and amazing value for money. I’ve not tried the Osprey in bad wind yet although the Starlight shrugs it off. Can’t recommend Robens enough. All the best, Gordon.
Fully agree. Robens make some outstanding tents for the money. I have the Voyager 2 as one person winter tent. It has followed me on several winter expeditions in Arctic region. I also have the Voyager 2 EX as 3 season tent for trekking with child, or shorter expeditions with "close" friend. Unfortunately they have removed the exterior door on the Voyager 2 EX found until 2018 which is excellent for cooking in dreadful weather. (I never cooking in the tent because I don't like the condensation.) Several friends have Hillberg and they seem to have somewhat more problem with condensation.
I've bought the tent just waiting for delivery in a few days. You mentioned no mosquito net in the entrance way. I came across a website called purple turtle which sells bug netting in different sizes, so I will order some and clip it onto the opening as and when required. However, a second thought is using the tent more in the winter months. Atb Taff 🤠👊
Still not got out this year. Now it's getting colder it's time to break out the still unused dream hammock for a hang 👍 deffo no way I could get I to that thing now with my knackered right hip and shagged left knee! Can't bloody decide which side to limp on so I do one then other then almost fall over 😂 Looking forward to seeing you get out in it 🙂
Brilliant video ! Love your sense of humour throughout.You dog is a knockout too. It it a Staffie/ whippet cross? I can’t decide between the Robens Goshawk 2 the Nordisk okra 2 or the Vango Tryfon 200. If you are familiar with any of these tents or if anyone reading this are can you give your thoughts please “ Pros and cons” So glad I came across your Vbog and although I love this tent I think it’s a much to have a mesh door on outer doors so this would be a deal breaker against the model for me!
The version before 2020 looked way better. 🤔 that 2020 is more like a downgrade to maximise the profit. Thx for showing, nearly bought it because of what I saw on the older model.
Have to agree the 2019 model was totally different materials and looked well but they just are not on the shelves i tried to hunt one down but failed still this one was heavier and im not disappointed with it, it has already had a good first trial run ..couple of issues that i have yet to fix but overall very liveable space thank you for your comment M Bhaus regards Matt
@@MaffTUK what are ur issues with it and would u still recommend it? Think i give it a shot and order one today or tomorrow sonce i cant find something that i like more for the money. 😅
@@mbhaus6349 there is a slight leak on the door and i don't like the way the guy ropes are held in with the cord all of which is easily fixed, a bit of seam sealer and simply get used to the way rope retainers work or cut them off either way i like the tent and it will take a knock 👍😁
@@MaffTUK i ordered one. Was on sale because of blackfriday. :) I wonder how wide the sleeping part is down where the feets are. I hope its not to slim. The 130cm are for the upper part i guess and down to the feet area it looks line it gets slimmer.
Looks like a great sized tent Matt. Out of interest, what happened to your Nigor Wikiup? I have one and have suffered a bit from condensation. Did you have issues with that as well?
Hello Jon must admit condensation was not a big issue for me on the Wickiup3 all tents get it so this one never had any more than others especially good if i left a little gap from the fly to the ground but if you nail it all the way round to the floor yes you get more due to no air flow.... i still have the tent i think its fantastic but cant take it out on all weathers, this Robens one will be my mountain tent and the Wickiup3 is my for everything else tent, hope that helps mate regards Matt
@@MaffTUK Thanks for getting back to me Matt! Really enjoy the channel. Don't think I'd have had the balls to even set off in that weather you had on High Street-respect!
Hello Michael Unfortunatly it is extra, not cheap and its hard to find one. If you were to ask if i think it is worth it i would be in two minds. Firstly its great because you can also use it directly under your main living space should you need to and adds another 10,000 HH to your living space. Or you can have it in front of you as shown in this video. But is it worth £30.00? no I don’t think so, £15.00 yes maybe. But a cheap 6 by 4 tarp will do the same for £6.00, ok it wont be 10.000 HH. regards Matt
yes ive seen this, i guess its this clip that convinced me this should be my winter bring it on tent ... and thank you ... I see your comments on many other channels, you are always respectful ....well the ones that ive seen LOL 🤣 regards Matt
Are you doing another fishing video ,i did ask carpking 71 if you were ok. And he said you was busy at work. Plus been using my mug at home at the moment
Hi Maff, Could you please tell me if the smaller poles are the same size, its just i've bought the same tent and cant get one of the poles into the eyelet .If you could it would be of great help, thanks Michael
@@MaffTUK Thanks for the swift reply Maff, I should have mentioned that I meant lenth wise, so could you tell me if the smaller poles are the same size, Thanks Maff
Hi, I bought this tent but having problems with the poles, in particular the two shorter ones. Reason I ask you regarding length of the poles, is that, the ones i have are two different lengths. Although they are colour coded, I found that i cannot fit one of the poles into the eyelet. Tried just swapping poles round but still no joy. One pole will fit in either of the ends but the other will not fit any. There is a difference of around 2" in length with the two shorter poles. Wondered if I was just doing something wrong, though set up as seen in your video seems easy enough, any help much appreciated. Thanks in advance Michael.
it is called the Roben voyager two foot print, Please note you can also use it directly under your main living space should you need to and adds another 10,000 HH to your living space. Or you can have it in front of you as shown in this video.
Throw the tent into a compression sack and the poles and pegs can be kept in their original ones to be attached to the outside of the compressed sack, might be a small option for a compromise of bulk, and ffs Matt, don't have me bang on and on and on at you for pronouncing the Hilleberg Soul-o as Sulu like I've done with old Pat Dickinson since he started using his LOL...It's not hard...SOUL-O - Solo...1 man...Sulu - Japanese guy that drives the USS Enterprise...Pat just can't seem to grasp that concept and I'm now convinced that he just continues to call his tent the Sulu for a laugh cos he knows that it grates on my tits.
Great video. I own both Voyager 2 and Voyager 2 EX and have used them on several trekking/skiing expeditions in the arctic region. Both winter and summer. They withstand any weather. Comparable with Hilleberg Nallo and Nammatj GT. Robens even seem to have less condensation problem (but you should always refrain from cooking inside).
Some tweaks:
1) You appreciate the oversized bag in winter when wind and snow make it impossible to fold and roll the tent. Let one front stake remain or attach front to backpack. Grab the two rear stake loops, shake the guy lines into the middle of the fold and just start showing into the bag until you come to the front stake loop. Let it hang out, and you are immediately ready for next pitching. In winter it is all about speed and convenience. Tent poles and pegs is better keep separate, not to lose them in the snow when you pitch. It all will compress naturally anyway when you pack it in/on backpack.
2) Remove guy line holders. Completely pointless feature that won't work in reality. Instead use that cord to replace the zipper toggles on fly sheet. The luminous part tend to come lose when you least expect it and you don't want that to happen on the exterior door in the middle of the night in the winter. ;-)
3) Robens generous standard ventilation openings is to the advantage in the winter, because it reduce moist and condensation.
4) Until 2018 Voyager 2 EX also had a rear door that was great for cooking in poor weather. I am sad to see it gone.
5) 2 Extra drying lines is clear improvement.
6) Previously Robens original stakes was old fashion sticks. I always replaced with Geertop Y-stakes (and a set of snow stakes)
For these Roben tents are completely hassle free, they just keep on giving. Night after night. I think you will be very happy with it.
Mac awesome comment thank you for the heads up and obviously the experience with this tent 👍😁
I appreciate your views on this as I'lm looking at the 3ex. heard some poor service on some more expensive manufactures of tents which you would expect at soo expensive a tent
I've bought a groundsheet and waiting for delivery and bought a Oex expedition tarp as it was cheaper than Robens and slightly smaller. You've sold this tent to me, cheers Taff 🤠👊
Taff i hope you ended up with what you wanted i do use this tent when i know its going to be rough out. regards Matt
I have the Voyager 3 EX a great tent l have had it for about two years no problems in high winds or hard rain , with a low chair you can sit in the porch .
I’ve been trying to decide between the Voyager 3ex and the Wild Country Hoolie 3 ETC for bike camping. Can you fit a bike in the porch on the Voyager?
Maff, liking this A LOT. Bloody huge tent buddy, but in the winter when you are inside in the dark for 12+ hours, having the space to spread out damp gear, cook and eat sitting up, is a massive bonus. Really will be interested in seeing the next operational use. Greets from grey and wet Wales, Dave G.
Dave we too are just about to drop into lockdown and I just managed to get out on the hills with it once. It stood up very well but I had a couple of gripes nothing that cant be fixed. Believe it or not but i had a troll comment on that yellow peace of crap tent we both bought and he told me that it was not a fair test ....LOL and that lots of 4 season tents cant handle that type of wind ...HUH? well it aint a flaming 4 season tent then is it lol i dont know mate why would you defend the yellow peril 🤦♂️
Thank you Matt this video is very helpful... I do like the space and how it separates the sleeping area from the cooking and storage I have to say it is a little expensive but worth it..I cant wait to see how well it does on windy and rainy days my favorite time of the year, as always great video till next time take care my friend
The tent holds up well Maria...its me that struggles this time, 👍😂 brought far too much beer up the hill 🍻
good video, some handy practical advice on pitching the 2EX. I've the Starlight 1, super tent, love it and depend on it in the mountains. From your video the 3EX is on the shopping list
hi l have had a Voyager 3EX for 5 years l can tell you it is a very, very good tent it has been used in the winter in wind and rain here on the continent never had a problem it is a high end tent a little heavy but good quality tents tend to be heavy it is a top tents 100 %
I'm not a camper, but great review. Must say I have had 4 trips to France cancelled this year. That including one in December, that I doubt will happen with lockdown as we now have.
But will be watching this going forward as love these vlogs along with the bush craft etc.
I've had a real challenge this year to try and balance things out and with the extension needed finishing well that just made it worse still there is always next year 😁
Great review! Very detailed! Thank you!
The Older one with the Yellow inlay and two doors ( front and side ) and zippers from YKK was way better... My opinion
you could well be right... i will never be able to compare 😁
Loving every video the mug have be so great been drink from it everyday ☕️☕️👌
cheers Sam 🍻
Awesome looking kit you have .
It stood up ok to Gail in the wind couple of gripes from me but no show stoppers
I've got a Roben's Starlight 1 and very happy with it for the £120 I paid. Roben's seem to be well made and designed tents. I've just had a look at the stats for the Voyager and I'm very impressed by the wind stats. My low profile Starlight has a 160kmh average wind speed before the tent may begin to struggle - and yet your much larger tent has exactly the same average speed spec. That's pretty incredible.
I just hope it lives up to its bragging..... there is a video out of it being tested czcams.com/video/FT4GL2a-OV4/video.html its
@@MaffTUK My first wild camp in the Starlight was back in August during Storm Francis - it handled the storm without even breaking a sweat. I think you are unlikely to have problems unless the wind is coming at you hard from the side.
@@peesua lets hope so we will soon see 😁👍
@@MaffTUK I'll look forward to seeing your first video using it. 👍
Looks like a decent tent and it will be cool to see it in the winds on top of your hills. And yes, the tents are accumulating 😆
It stood its ground Thor shame i could not get the footage so im looking at getting a small budget waterproof camera for the future
Nice demo mate. we need to see more of your doggies.
Hello Mack just realised ive not seen any of your vids for some time now ? Hows Baldrick 👍🍻, ill have to do a catch up
Alright Maff. Hope you’re keeping well. It’s a cracking tent and it’s difficult to recommend others in that price bracket. I’ve got the sil-nylon version of that one called the Robens Osprey 2EX. They’re cracking tents. Also got a Robens Starlight 2 and a Fjallraven Abisko Endurance 4 which is directly comparable to a Hilleberg. The Fjallraven is a cracking tent, and so it should be for the money, but the Robens are extremely dependable and amazing value for money. I’ve not tried the Osprey in bad wind yet although the Starlight shrugs it off. Can’t recommend Robens enough. All the best, Gordon.
Fully agree. Robens make some outstanding tents for the money. I have the Voyager 2 as one person winter tent. It has followed me on several winter expeditions in Arctic region. I also have the Voyager 2 EX as 3 season tent for trekking with child, or shorter expeditions with "close" friend. Unfortunately they have removed the exterior door on the Voyager 2 EX found until 2018 which is excellent for cooking in dreadful weather. (I never cooking in the tent because I don't like the condensation.) Several friends have Hillberg and they seem to have somewhat more problem with condensation.
You were the uncle I never had LOL
I've bought the tent just waiting for delivery in a few days. You mentioned no mosquito net in the entrance way. I came across a website called purple turtle which sells bug netting in different sizes, so I will order some and clip it onto the opening as and when required. However, a second thought is using the tent more in the winter months. Atb Taff 🤠👊
Hi maff good to see you mate. Nice vid 👍
Thanks Mike hope your well, regards Matt
Entertaining review maff.Love the helmet 👍👍
surprisingly enough not had too many gear freaks comment about that yet ...but im sure they will if they find this vid
Still not got out this year. Now it's getting colder it's time to break out the still unused dream hammock for a hang 👍 deffo no way I could get I to that thing now with my knackered right hip and shagged left knee! Can't bloody decide which side to limp on so I do one then other then almost fall over 😂
Looking forward to seeing you get out in it 🙂
Sounds painful Martin Well its been out now and got a bit of rain on it!....just a bit lol
Great video.
Thank you 👍
Really good video
Thank you Stephen looks like its going to get its first test in a few days and the forecast is not so good
Brilliant video !
Love your sense of humour throughout.You dog is a knockout too.
It it a Staffie/ whippet cross?
I can’t decide between the Robens Goshawk 2 the Nordisk okra 2 or the Vango Tryfon 200.
If you are familiar with any of these tents or if anyone reading this are can you give your thoughts please “ Pros and cons”
So glad I came across your Vbog and although I love this tent I think it’s a much to have a mesh door on outer doors so this would be a deal breaker against the model for me!
have one set of pegs use with all my tents enjoy your vids
what are they Stephen would be interested to know mate
set of wild country pegs got with my zephyros just like them
Thanks for this video. How is the tent holding up?
The version before 2020 looked way better. 🤔 that 2020 is more like a downgrade to maximise the profit.
Thx for showing, nearly bought it because of what I saw on the older model.
Have to agree the 2019 model was totally different materials and looked well but they just are not on the shelves i tried to hunt one down but failed still this one was heavier and im not disappointed with it, it has already had a good first trial run ..couple of issues that i have yet to fix but overall very liveable space thank you for your comment M Bhaus regards Matt
@@MaffTUK what are ur issues with it and would u still recommend it?
Think i give it a shot and order one today or tomorrow sonce i cant find something that i like more for the money. 😅
@@mbhaus6349 there is a slight leak on the door and i don't like the way the guy ropes are held in with the cord all of which is easily fixed, a bit of seam sealer and simply get used to the way rope retainers work or cut them off either way i like the tent and it will take a knock 👍😁
@@MaffTUK i ordered one. Was on sale because of blackfriday. :)
I wonder how wide the sleeping part is down where the feets are. I hope its not to slim. The 130cm are for the upper part i guess and down to the feet area it looks line it gets slimmer.
Looks like a great sized tent Matt. Out of interest, what happened to your Nigor Wikiup? I have one and have suffered a bit from condensation. Did you have issues with that as well?
Hello Jon must admit condensation was not a big issue for me on the Wickiup3 all tents get it so this one never had any more than others especially good if i left a little gap from the fly to the ground but if you nail it all the way round to the floor yes you get more due to no air flow.... i still have the tent i think its fantastic but cant take it out on all weathers, this Robens one will be my mountain tent and the Wickiup3 is my for everything else tent, hope that helps mate regards Matt
@@MaffTUK Thanks for getting back to me Matt! Really enjoy the channel. Don't think I'd have had the balls to even set off in that weather you had on High Street-respect!
Could you maybe show me how to pack it up?... Never fitted the bag before...
Hi Matt,
Is the fly sheet for the porch included or have you to buy it extra..
Thanks
Hello Michael Unfortunatly it is extra, not cheap and its hard to find one. If you were to ask if i think it is worth it i would be in two minds. Firstly its great because you can also use it directly under your main living space should you need to and adds another 10,000 HH to your living space. Or you can have it in front of you as shown in this video. But is it worth £30.00? no I don’t think so, £15.00 yes maybe. But a cheap 6 by 4 tarp will do the same for £6.00, ok it wont be 10.000 HH. regards Matt
@@MaffTUK Thank you so much Matt for your time to reply and stay safe.. Hopefully we will get to use them this year..
No mozzie net. I would prefer to grab the older model.
In case you're interested, you can see a much earlier version of the Voyager being wind tested in this video.
czcams.com/video/FT4GL2a-OV4/video.html
yes ive seen this, i guess its this clip that convinced me this should be my winter bring it on tent ... and thank you ... I see your comments on many other channels, you are always respectful ....well the ones that ive seen LOL 🤣 regards Matt
Are you doing another fishing video ,i did ask carpking 71 if you were ok. And he said you was busy at work. Plus been using my mug at home at the moment
Yes Steve Im on holiday this week so two days hiking and 2 days fishing coming up very soon :-)
well never got around to fishing Steve but not sure what's going to happen now the lock down is back on its way
Hi looking at maybe getting this tent. Do you think you could have a 3/4 Mat in the porch and sleep in there
Dog porch maybe Andrew but not another person, you will simply run out of space and if the weather turns bad no space at all for admin. regards
Matt
Thanks. I just bought the robens goshawk 2ex instead.
Hi Maff, Could you please tell me if the smaller poles are the same size, its just i've bought the same tent and cant get one of the poles into the eyelet .If you could it would be of great help, thanks Michael
Hello Michael all the poles are 8mm so you shouldn't have a problem
@@MaffTUK Thanks for the swift reply Maff, I should have mentioned that I meant lenth wise, so could you tell me if the smaller poles are the same size, Thanks Maff
Hi, I bought this tent but having problems with the poles, in particular the two shorter ones. Reason I ask you regarding length of the poles, is that, the ones i have are two different lengths. Although they are colour coded, I found that i cannot fit one of the poles into the eyelet. Tried just swapping poles round but still no joy. One pole will fit in either of the ends but the other will not fit any. There is a difference of around 2" in length with the two shorter poles. Wondered if I was just doing something wrong, though set up as seen in your video seems easy enough, any help much appreciated. Thanks in advance Michael.
@@michaellaing2067 Michael check the poles they are colour coded with the colours on the pole holes to match
@@MaffTUK Thanks for the reply Maff, I know they are colour coded & have have been putting them in the relevant sleeves
This tent is dog-approved! :-) Cheers, Marc
Yep that dog knows how to stay warm and dry 😁👍
😲 Not more Tents! how many do you need? lol
You put me off getting this tent I’ve never seen so much of a FAFF to put a tent up
Dont stand on it !!! , But dad i just wanna give you a kiss !
Hey, 17:30 on vid. Can you name that part? Sheet? Thanks
it is called the Roben voyager two foot print, Please note you can also use it directly under your main living space should you need to and adds another 10,000 HH to your living space. Or you can have it in front of you as shown in this video.
Pukka vid m8
thanks Trev 👍
Also bye the way your mug behind you looks boring lol
It does indeed i missed that lol
Throw the tent into a compression sack and the poles and pegs can be kept in their original ones to be attached to the outside of the compressed sack, might be a small option for a compromise of bulk, and ffs Matt, don't have me bang on and on and on at you for pronouncing the Hilleberg Soul-o as Sulu like I've done with old Pat Dickinson since he started using his LOL...It's not hard...SOUL-O - Solo...1 man...Sulu - Japanese guy that drives the USS Enterprise...Pat just can't seem to grasp that concept and I'm now convinced that he just continues to call his tent the Sulu for a laugh cos he knows that it grates on my tits.
Pedantic prat seems to be synonymous with Sam C, after that comment.
@@vukojebina1944 LMFAO...When it comes to synonymity it seems that "Lack of a sense of humour" is synonymous with Vuko Jebina.
@@samc705 LOL this must be Sam making friends again 🤣
@@MaffTUK You know me Matt...It comes naturally...Vuko will grow to love me and my pedantic ways...If he sticks around for any length of time.
@@samc705 👍