Thanks for the meticulous review. I use a Hilleberg Enan (the Kerlon 1000 version) and its been fine in some pretty foul conditions. Its a shame it does not have the cross pole though, but do I really need a cross pole?. I've recently bought a MLD Duomid, but have yet to set it up properly. I like the concept of dual vestibules on the Moment, but really, I find the Hilleberg Enan provides what I need. I hope to snowshoe the Kingsludden trail, and am wondering if the Hilleberg Soulo would be ideal? As I want the option to camp.
Jay, I'd take the Duomid on the Kungsledden. I really like pyramid tents in winter conditions. The Soulo is a superb winter tent but it is heavy. I've had the Enan up in some foul conditions too. It's an excellent tent. The cross pole is only needed for heavy snow loads - if such was likely I wouldn't be using the Enan.
I've used a Moment a lot in UK, I use x4 long V-pegs which anchors it fine when there's soil of any sort, with the option to just use 4 rocks when not. But some parts of the tent do tend to flap up and down, eg the ends of the inner tent.
Hi Chris . Great to see you have tried out a moment dw 2019. I have bought one by coincidence and set it up in my lounge so far thanks to the cross pole :). I have a Hilli Unna which is pretty fantastic i reckon but wanted something a bit lighter for summer. I have a laser comp1 again good tent but a bit cramped so i think the moment dw abit more room. First impression it has more relax space than laser comp1 , but im wondering if i should use a footprint as the floor looks a bit thin , how did you find the floor for sturdiness ? Will prob get most use on dartmoor ! This year Kind regards russell
Hi Russell, I haven't used a footprint with the Moment DW and it's been fine but that's only half a dozen nights so far. The hydrostatic head isn't that high so for long-term use a footprint is probably a good idea. It is roomier than the Laser Comp.
Hello Chris and many thanks for sharing your experiences of using gear with us. I have only used a free standing tent in deep snow and as some one who like pyramid tents in winter I am wondering how you support the pole when camping on deep powder snow? and do you find that you have to wait for the snow to harden before you get a secure pitch.? Lets hope it stops raining soon must be the best October ever for testing waterproofs!
Hello Andy, if the snow is soft I do tramp it down to make a hard pitch or else dig out a pitch. A pan lid, snow shovel, and once a book have all been used under the pole when I've forgotten the lid of a jar I normally use!
I have been very happy with my Enan, bought it as a lighter alternative to my trusty Akto. First trip in Sweden it rained all day every day for a month it seemed like, no strong winds just constant drizzle and murk , the ventillation on the Enan meant my kit stayed dry and there was enough room to cook in the porch which I had to do morning and evening day after day, crossing into Norway at Borgefjall in September gales in the alpine landscape tested the Enan at it's limit, I had to use my treking poles to keep the fly sheet from contacting the inner so I very much agree with Hilleberg's description of the Enan as a summer tent,I did not think it coped with wind as well as the Akto.
hi Chris , I appreciate this is an older article , I’m hoping to hike the Kungsleden in July , I’m 6’2 and have picked up a used Tarptent moment but won’t get away before the summer and am now wavering whether I should pick up a used Hilleberg Akto or an MLD duomid for the Kungsleden - is either of those choices likely to deal with wind significantly better than the moment with all the guys you advice , many thanks Ash
Hi Ash, The Moment isn't bad in the wind but I think the Akto is better and probably the Duomid too. Unless the weather's exceptionally stormy I would think the Moment would be fine. You might find the low ends a bit of a problem though, given your height. I'm only 5' 8".
Thanks for the meticulous review. I use a Hilleberg Enan (the Kerlon 1000 version) and its been fine in some pretty foul conditions. Its a shame it does not have the cross pole though, but do I really need a cross pole?. I've recently bought a MLD Duomid, but have yet to set it up properly. I like the concept of dual vestibules on the Moment, but really, I find the Hilleberg Enan provides what I need. I hope to snowshoe the Kingsludden trail, and am wondering if the Hilleberg Soulo would be ideal? As I want the option to camp.
ReplyDeleteJay, I'd take the Duomid on the Kungsledden. I really like pyramid tents in winter conditions. The Soulo is a superb winter tent but it is heavy. I've had the Enan up in some foul conditions too. It's an excellent tent. The cross pole is only needed for heavy snow loads - if such was likely I wouldn't be using the Enan.
DeleteThanks Chris,great advice again, which has saved me £££!. I'm looking forward to using the Duomid.
ReplyDeleteI've used a Moment a lot in UK, I use x4 long V-pegs which anchors it fine when there's soil of any sort, with the option to just use 4 rocks when not. But some parts of the tent do tend to flap up and down, eg the ends of the inner tent.
ReplyDeleteHi Chris . Great to see you have tried out a moment dw 2019. I have bought one by coincidence and set it up in my lounge so far thanks to the cross pole :). I have a Hilli Unna which is pretty fantastic i reckon but wanted something a bit lighter for summer. I have a laser comp1 again good tent but a bit cramped so i think the moment dw abit more room. First impression it has more relax space than laser comp1 , but im wondering if i should use a footprint as the floor looks a bit thin , how did you find the floor for sturdiness ? Will prob get most use on dartmoor ! This year Kind regards russell
ReplyDeleteHi Russell, I haven't used a footprint with the Moment DW and it's been fine but that's only half a dozen nights so far. The hydrostatic head isn't that high so for long-term use a footprint is probably a good idea. It is roomier than the Laser Comp.
ReplyDeleteHello Chris and many thanks for sharing your experiences of using gear with us.
ReplyDeleteI have only used a free standing tent in deep snow and as some one who like pyramid tents in winter I am wondering how you support the pole when camping on deep powder snow? and do you find that you have to wait for the snow to harden before you get a secure pitch.?
Lets hope it stops raining soon must be the best October ever for testing waterproofs!
Hello Andy, if the snow is soft I do tramp it down to make a hard pitch or else dig out a pitch. A pan lid, snow shovel, and once a book have all been used under the pole when I've forgotten the lid of a jar I normally use!
ReplyDeleteChris if you were solely choosing between the Enan or Moment for 3 season camping what would you go with?
ReplyDeleteThe Enan, but there's little in it.
DeleteI have been very happy with my Enan, bought it as a lighter alternative to my trusty Akto. First trip in Sweden it rained all day every day for a month it seemed like, no strong winds just constant drizzle and murk , the ventillation on the Enan meant my kit stayed dry and there was enough room to cook in the porch which I had to do morning and evening day after day, crossing into Norway at Borgefjall in September gales in the alpine landscape tested the Enan at it's limit, I had to use my treking poles to keep the fly sheet from
ReplyDeletecontacting the inner so I very much agree with Hilleberg's description of the Enan as a summer tent,I did not think it coped with wind as well as the Akto.
hi Chris , I appreciate this is an older article , I’m hoping to hike the Kungsleden in July , I’m 6’2 and have picked up a used Tarptent moment but won’t get away before the summer and am now wavering whether I should pick up a used Hilleberg Akto or an MLD duomid for the Kungsleden - is either of those choices likely to deal with wind significantly better than the moment with all the guys you advice , many thanks Ash
ReplyDeleteHi Ash, The Moment isn't bad in the wind but I think the Akto is better and probably the Duomid too. Unless the weather's exceptionally stormy I would think the Moment would be fine. You might find the low ends a bit of a problem though, given your height. I'm only 5' 8".
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