Oneplanet Goondie 2-15D and 2-30D

[rockpaper]

Hi all,

we are on the hunt for a new tent.
We currently have the Hilleberg nallo 2 as main 4-season tent (also a bigger marmot for winter but too heavy now).
We like the Nallo 2 but are looking for a 2-vestibule design.

We are looking at
- Hubba Hubba HP
- OnePlanet Goondie 2-15
- OnePlanet Goondie 2-30

we like the Oneplanet tub fllors- stronger than usual.
we are unsure about the lighter weight 15 dennier nylon, though...

We camp in a range of places and for some "extreme" conditions I guess Main range in winter (high wind and snow), tasmania for the wet, and so on.


The Hubba Hubba has mixed reviews for wet weather and maybe snow.

We have seen a few posts here about the Oneplanet tents but they do not usually have final thoughts after long term use.

So, Has anyone used the Oneplanet 2-15 or 2-30 tents in wet conditions, snow and high wind, as well.

thanks in advance,
rockpaper

[tasadam]

A big upgrade length wise on the Nallo2, but http://www.hilleberg.com/home/products/ ... aitum2.php
Just a thought.

I'm a Hilleberg fan, owning 3 of their tents.

[corvus]

rockpaper,
You may want to check out this one the dual vestibules are fully usable in my experience.
http://www.tarptent.com/scarp2.html
corvus

[phan_TOM]

This reviews on the Goondie 1 but I'm sure you could extrapolate for the Goondie 2 -> viewtopic.php?f=15&t=8031&hilit=one+planet+goondie

[surly 17]

Hi Rockpaper, Ive just bought a One Planet Goondie 3-30D which I tried out on the weekend, so far so good not tried in foul conditions yet but seems to be well made and up to the task, you just need to buy some extra pegs.

[Mano]

Hi Rockpaper, I'm also looking for a replacement tent - my previous North Face just wouldn't wear out but the zip has finally gone. From my research thus far I'm favouring a One Planet Goondie 3-30D too or a Exped Gemini III (both 3 man as I want more room for 2). I'm just not sure how breezy it will be in the Gemini with the mesh. Like you I was attracted to the Hubba Hubba HP however my understanding from other posts was that it was no longer produced and you could only get it second hand. Like the Gemini the Hubba Hubba (non-HP) has mesh.

[Franco]

Mano
If you like the MSR hubba Hubba HP , take a look at the Hoop.
Similar but a bit larger (and heavier) and available here.
Franco

[roysta]

Check out MSR's Holler.
Hiking.com.au have it at $600.

[Son of a Beach]

In reply to the actual question, I've used a Goondie 1-15D in VERY heavy rain, and in moderately heavy snow. I've been very pleased with it in both situations. I've not yet used it in strong winds. I slept in it for two weeks straight (well, I did wake up each day, and did sleep in a cave one night) and had no problems the entire two weeks.

For more information, see: viewtopic.php?f=15&t=8031 (there's a LOT to read there, and quite a few photos).

Of course its not quite the same tent as the one you queried (1 person instead of 2 person version), but I would guess that the performance would be similar.

[baldhead]

I have used a Goondie 2-30D in a severe storm, winds gusting > 80 km and very heavy rain squalls
It handled the conditions without any problems
The tent poles were pushed in on the severest wind gusts, they popped back out
At one point we had water flowing under the tub floor and pooling under the bottom half of the floor
It felt like out feet were on a water bed, there was no water seepage through the floor

[rockpaper]

Thanks for the responses, everyone. Sorry for my late reply.
i have replied to all posts in one go, i hope you do not mind.


@tasadam: we were looking for something smaller than a kaitum. We have been in a kaitum- lots of room but in big wind it tended to sound like a drum. We liked the integral pitch in the snow, though. Very quick to set up, like the Nallo.

@corvus: had discounted the tarp tents after seeing a smaller, summer-style tent. I did not realise they made bigger tents with vestibules. We will have to put this on the list to consider. It is quite large.
However, what is the floor like? Would we need to take a ground sheet for extra protection? The site also says the tent is free standing. It that so? It does not look like it.

@phan_TOM: thanks for pointing out the review. I looked at the review but seemed to only see a short version the first time I looked. Maybe I was just not thorough enough. It gets a favourable write up. I prefer the integral pitch of the Nallo but we have had a tent thast was not and it was generally fine, except in big winds and rain.

@surly_17: that is good news about build quality. We have found that build quality on some tents can be a bit poor, even the good name brands. Well, we have a lot of pegs lying about so at least can save money there.

@Mano: You can still get the Hubba Hubba HP from the UK, and I think only from the UK now. We would prefer a tent with a solid wall interior

@Franco: thanks for the reply. Probably a bit larger and heavier than we were looking for, although not by much. We would prefer a solid wall interior, which I guess rules the Hoop out.

@roysta: like the Hoop, probably a bit big for us, but I like the shape.

@Son of a Beach: As I mentioned to phan_TOM, I seemed to not see the whole review before but I read it all last night. Sounds like this tent may be just what we are looking for as a replacement. I have not had a good look at it a store yet and will check it out this weekend, maybe.
In the review you mentioned, I think, that a small flap in the inner is not covered by fly mesh- is that the case? Whilst I am not afraid of a few insects I am, like everyone else, I hate being woken up in the middle of the night by mozzies…
Glad to hear that it handled the rain and snow well. Regarding performance in strong winds I guess, like most things, you just have to suck it and see…

@baldhead: so, the 2-30D handled the weather. That is good to know. Hopefully, the 2-15D, with its lighter material, would stand up to the weather, too. Your comments on the tent floor are encouraging. We have an old minaret with a thick tub floor- that was the best feature and something that is lacking on most modern tents.


will check out the tent on the weekend, i think.

cheers,
rockpaper

[Son of a Beach]

In the review you mentioned, I think, that a small flap in the inner is not covered by fly mesh- is that the case? Whilst I am not afraid of a few insects I am, like everyone else, I hate being woken up in the middle of the night by mozzies…

That flap is only there for access to the second (rear) vestibule so that you can get at whatever is stored there from within the tent. So it is supposed to be left closed except when moving things between the tent/vestibule.

I only mentioned that it would be nice to have a fly screen option added to it so that you could also use it for extra ventilation. I found the tent to be reasonably well ventilated anyhow, but small 1-person tents can do with as many ventilation options as possible, because they all do get damp inside in some situations.

[rockpaper]

thanks. i was not sure about that second flap. i have not seen one as yet so i am definietly interested.

[sthughes]

I'm pretty sure the Goondie 2 doesn't even have the flap as it has two full doors. It's only on the one man version as far as I am aware.

[Snowzone]

I'm pretty sure the Goondie 2 doesn't even have the flap as it has two full doors. It's only on the one man version as far as I am aware.

thats correct sthughes, door on either side. I've got the 15d Goondie 2 and I've only used it a couple of times so far and not in bad weather yet.

[rockpaper]

@sthughes: thanks, that makes sense, too.

@Snowzone: thanks for the confirmation. perhaps after a bit more use you will report back on the ligher 15D material.

cheers,
rockpaper

[rockpaper]

hi all! thanks for the replies earlier.

we decided to buy the 2-30D. we will test it out and if we liek it we will buy the 1-15D or 1-30D, too.

[moral_dilema]

Hey Rockpaper, after a few months with the Goondie 2 - how has it held up?

Im tossing up between the Goondie 2 ($400 on sale) and a Black Diamond Mesa ($350 on sale). Goondie look's like its more water proof on the floor, but also quite a bit smaller than Mesa.

I'll be using it almost exclusively for a 2p tent, and want the weight under 2kg all up. You think it'll fit the bill ok for 2P tent that's waterproof and durable?

Cheers,
Trav

[Snowzone]

Hey Trav, I've had my Goondie 2-15D out on a few walks now. Its great space for one person and a bit on the tight side for two. You would want to know each other REALLY WELL. Two prolite thermarests were a snug fit side by side.
I'm really happy with the tent for myself though. Really well made IMO, The 15D has handled wind and rain but no snow so far. (Next winter hopefully)