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MSR Hubba HP Tent

Hiking & Camping > Shelters & TentsRated: ***** by 12 reviews.

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To create the Hubba HP Tent MSR took the ultimate free-standing solo tent, added greater coverage to the tent canopy and updated with lighter fabrics all-around. The result is a tent that not only performs better in more challenging conditions, but actually weighs less too.

Features:

  • Added protection: Less mesh and more fabric in tent body means more protection for spring, fall and alpine environments
  • Bound and seam-taped floors and flies
  • Capacity: 1 people + gear
  • Floor + Vestibule Area: 17 + 9.5 sq. ft./1.6 + .9 sq. m
  • Fly w/ FootPrint Weight: 1 lb. 15 oz./.87 kg
  • Innovative Designs: Hybrid tents and shelters can be set up using trekking poles, guy cords, or a combination of both
  • Interior Peak Height: 40 in./100 cm
  • Maximum Livability, Minimum Weight: The largest possible living spaces without sacrificing features or adding weight
  • Minimum Weight: 2 lbs. 9 oz./1.16 kg
  • Packaged Weight: 3 lbs./1.38 kg
  • Proven Performance: MSR's Fast and Light tents have become the world's best selling and we couldn't attain that without providing uncompromised performance in the field
  • Quick and Easy Setup: All in one hub and swivel pole design is stronger than ever and extremely simple to use
  • Reflective guy cords
  • Ultralight Fabric: New fabrics have allowed us to shave ounces from existing designs and build even more protection into new designs while still reducing weight4Full-Featured Detailing: Bound and seam-taped floors and flies, reinforced stress points, ultralight stake loops, reflective guy cords, and user-friendly door toggles
  • Ultralight: Minimum weight is just 2 lbs. 9 oz. (1.16kg)
  • Unbendable Needle™ stakes
  • Versatile: Can be used as a double-wall tent for full protection or in two, freestanding tarp modes when used with optional footprint (sold separately.)

Mountains Plus Outdoor Gear

This ultralight, freestanding solo tent weighs less than the Hubba™ tent, yet offers increased protection for unexpected early-season snowfalls or persistent coastal winds. Greater coverage to the tent canopy and lighter fabrics all-around ensure that the Hubba HP tent holds its own in more extreme 3-season conditions, yet still weighs in at well under 3 lbs (1.36kg).
* Ultralight: Technical fabric shaves ounces and provides more protection from snow, sand, and wind.
* Livable: Unique pole configuration provides maximum interior space, a Stay-Dry™ entrance, and large vestibule for storing gear.
* Quick and Easy Setup: All-in-one hub-and-swivel pole design is strong and simple to use.
* Versatile: Can be used as a double-wall tent for full protection or in two freestanding tarp-shelter modes: with optional footprint, or just the fly and poles only for the ultimate in weight savings
Specs:
Capacity 1
Minimum Weight 2 lbs 9 oz / 1160 g
Packaged Weight 3 lbs / 1360 g
Fly with Footprint Weight 1 lbs 15 oz / 870 g
Floor Area 17 sq. ft / 1.6 sq. m
Vestibule Area 9.5 sq. ft / 0.9 sq. m
Tent Volume 22 cu. ft / 623 liters
Vestibule Volume 9 cu. ft / 254 liters
Interior Peak Height 40 in / 100 cm
Packed Size 20 x 6 in / 51 x 15 cm
Number of Doors 1
Freestanding Yes
Number of Poles 1 DAC
Number of Stakes 6
Fly Fabric 40D x 238T ripstop nylon 6 1500mm Polyurethane & Silicone Coated
Canopy Fabric 40D x 238T ripstop nylon 6
Mesh Type 20D polyester mesh
Floor Fabric 40D x 238T ripstop nylon 6 10,000mm Polyurethane & DWR Coated

USOutdoor.com

Ultra-light and quick to set up the MSR Hubba HP has been redesigned for increased space at less weight with the ability to stand up to more challenging conditions. At a packaged weight of 3lbs the solo MSR Hubba HP tent provides shelter for one with a vestibule that covers 17 + 9.5sq.ft for ample storage room.

MSR's ultimate freestanding shelter, this solo tent weighs less than the Hubba, yet offers increased protection.

Features:

  • Capacity: 1
  • Floor + vestibule: 1.6 + .9 sq. m (17 + 9.5 sq. ft.)
  • Interior peak height: 100 cm (40 in.)
  • Livable:Unique pole configuration provides maximum interior space, 2 StayDry entrances, and 2 larges vestibules for gear storage.
  • Minimum weight: 1.18 kg (2 lbs. 9 oz.)
  • Quick and Easy Setup:All-in-one hub-and-swivel pole design is strong and simple to use
  • Ultralight:New technical fabric shaves ounces and provides more protection from snow, sand, and wind.
  • Versatile:Can be used as a double-wall tent for full protection or in 2 freestanding tarp-shelter modes; with optional footprint, or just the fly and poles only for the ultimate in weight savingsR.2 m x .7 m (86 in. x 26 in.)Q m (40 in.) height

REI

Lighter in weight than the standard Hubba, the MSR Hubba HP offers increased protection from nature's unexpected surprises.

  • HP version replaces mesh with solid fabric to shave ounces and protect against rain, wind and snow
  • Coated 40-denier ripstop nylon floor doubles the standard Hubba's waterproof rating: the HP floor material is lighter and keeps you drier
  • HP models also include vents in the rainfly, gear loft, waterproof zippers and adjustable stake loops
  • High-tech ripstop nylon rainfly reduces weight and the silicon and polyurethane coating increases durability and resistance to damaging UV rays
  • Configured to maximize the tent's interior space, the all-in-one, swivel-hub pole system is strong and light
  • Large vestibule provides dry entry and gear storage and still leaves room for a covered food-prep area
  • Dry Entry design ensures water won't drip into the tent when doors are opened for ventilation in rainy weather
  • Attention to detail shows in the taped seams, welded reinforcements, ultralight stake loops, reflective guy cords and user-friendly door toggles
  • Ultralight needle stakes are virtually unbendable and nearly weightless
  • Save weight and create a minimalist shelter by using just the rainfly, poles and footprint (sold separately)
  • Average minimum weight specification is based on tent, rainfly and poles only


ProLite Gear

The Hubba Hubba HP takes the world's best-selling Fast and Light tent of all time to a new level of utility. We've added greater coverage to the tent canopy and updated with lighter fabrics all-around. The dramatic result is a tent that not only performs better in more challenging conditions, but actually weighs less too.

Specifications
Capacity:2 people + gear
Floor + Vestibule Area:29 + 17.5 sq. ft./2.8 + 1.6 sq. m
Interior Peak Height:40 in./100 cm
Minimum Weight:3 lbs. 11 oz./1.7 kg
Packaged Weight:4 lbs. 4 oz./1.93 kg
Fly w/ FootPrint Weight:2 lbs. 12 oz./1.2 kg

Features:

  • Added protection:Less mesh and more fabric in tent body means more protection for spring, fall and alpine environments.
  • Lightweight:Minimum weight is now just 3 lbs. 11oz. (1.69 kg)—less than 2 lbs. (.9 kg) per person.
  • Livable:Unique pole configuration provides maximum interior space, 2 stay-dry entrances, and 2 large vestibules for gear storage and food prep.
  • Quick and Easy Setup:New all-in-one hub-and-swivel pole design is stronger than ever and still simple to use.
  • Versatile:Can be used as a double-wall tent for full protection or in 2 freestanding tarp-shelter modes when used with optional footprint (sold separately).

Ramsey Outdoor

The Hubba Hubba HP takes the world's best-selling Fast and Light tent of all time to a new level of utility. We've added greater coverage to the tent canopy and updated with lighter fabrics all-around. The dramatic result is a tent that not only performs better in more challenging conditions, but actually weighs less too.

Features:

  • Can be used as a double-wall tent for full protection or in 2 freestanding tarp-shelter modes when used with optional footprint (sold separately).
  • Less mesh and more fabric in tent body means more protection for spring, fall and alpine environments.
  • Minimum weight is now just 3 lbs. 11oz. (1.69 kg)—less than 2 lbs. (.9 kg) per person.
  • New all-in-one hub-and-swivel pole design is stronger than ever and still simple to use.
  • Unique pole configuration provides maximum interior space, 2 stay-dry entrances, and 2 large vestibules for gear storage and food prep.

Mountain Gear

Set up fast and light, and keep a trim weight with the Hubba Hubba Tent from MSR. At 4 pounds and sporting a unique, single-pole construction, it's easy to set up and take down with the all-in-1 hub-and-swivel pole system that gives it strength and durability.

Features:

  • Get maximum interior space from the unique, single-pole configuration
  • Keep your gear dry in the two stay-dry entrances or in the two large vestibules
  • Simplistic and strong, the all-in-one hub-and-swivel pole design is easy to setup
  • When you need extra protection, set it up as a double-wall tent, or in one of 2 freestanding tarp-shelter modes with the optional footprint (not included)

Backcountry.com

MSR made the Hubba Hubba HP 2-Person 3-Season Tent with a super lightweight fabric that cuts weight down to 3lb 11oz. Plus, this fabric adds durability to the tent, and water-and UV-proof protection to the fly. You might think a tent that light would be quite cramped. On the contrary, the Hubba Hubba HP's hub-and-swivel pole design creates enough room for both people to sit up comfortably near each end of the tent. Two doors eliminate middle-of-the-night crawl-overs. Pitch just the fly and footprint (footprint sold separately) on summer desert trips, and pack the HP's body and fly for wet spring and fall camping.


Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS) (2008)

MSR® took the ever popular Hubba Hubba and added greater coverage with less mesh and more lighter weight materials, making it more suitable for the spring and fall or use in alpine environments.

Features:

  • New all in one hub and swivel pole design is stronger and still simple to use
  • Pole configuration provides maximum interior space, 2 stay-dry entrances, and 2 large vestibules
  • Reflective guy cords
  • Tent can be set up double-walled, inner only or as tarp with optional footprint
  • Tent floor and Fly are both bound and seam-taped
  • Updated with lighter fabrics which provide more protection and weigh less
# Fly/Vestibule Poles:0
# Main Poles:1
Average minimum weight:2 lbs. 9 oz.
Average packaged weight:3 lbs.
Average weight - metric:1.47 kilograms
Canopy Fabric:20D x 330T ripstop nylon 66
Capacity / suggested use:2 person / 3-season
Clip / Sleeve:Clip
Country of Origin:China
Design type:Freestanding tent
Dimensions:84 x 50 x 40 inches
Doors:1
Doors / windows / vestibules:2 / 0 / 2
Fast pack weight:Unavailable
Floor Coating:10,000 mm polyurethane
Floor Fabric:40D x 238T ripstop nylon 6
Floor Space:84 x 50in (213 x 127cm), 29sq ft (12.8sq m)
Floor area:17 square feet
Floor area / vestibule area:29 sq ft / 17.5 sq ft
Floor dimensions:86 x 26 inches
Floor dimensions - metric:218 x 66 centimeters
Freestanding:Yes
Interior Height:40in (100cm)
Manufacturer Warranty:Lifetime
Material:[Fly] 20D x 330T ripstop nylon 66, 1000mm polyurethane & silicone treated; [Floor] 40D x 238T ripstop nylon 6 10000mm polyurethane coated
Max. Weight:4 lb. 4 oz.
Min. Weight:3 lb. 11 oz.
Number of poles:1 with 3 hubs
Number of poles / freestanding:1 / yes
Packed Size:20 x 7in (51 x 17cm)
Peak Height:3 ft. 4 in.
Peak height - metric:100 centimeters
Pole Frame:Clips
Pole Material:DAC SL 9.8 &9.9mm
Pole diameter:9.0 millimeters
Poles:1 All-in-one hub and swivel
Primary Use:Ultralight
Rainfly Coating:1000 mm PU and silicone
Rainfly Fabric:20D x 330T ripstop nylon 66
Recommended Use:3-Season backpacking, ultralight backpacking
Seam Sealed:Yes
Season:3-season
Seasons:3
Sleeping capacity:1
Sleeps:2
Stuff size:20 x 7 inches
Trail weight:4 lb 8 oz
Ventilation:Mesh
Vestibule Space:9.5sq ft (0.9sq m)
Vestibule area:9.5 square feet
Weight:3lb 11oz (1690g)
floor / canopy / fly material:40-denier x 238T ripstop nylon 6 10,000 mm polyurethane coating / 20-denier polyester mesh and 40-denier x 238T ripstop nylon 6 / 40-denier x 238T ripstop nylon 6 1500 mm polyurethane and silicone coating

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Legend

  •     - Ramsey Outdoor
  •     - Altrec
  •     - USOutdoor.com
  •     - REI
  •     - Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS) (2008)
  •     - Mountains Plus Outdoor Gear
  •     - Backcountry.com
  •     - ProLite Gear
  •     - Mountain Gear

MSR Hubba HP Tent Reviews Summary:

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Positive Reviews:

Great minimalist tent

Rating:****

After almost six years of frequent (30+ nights/year) use, my MSR Sidewinder had to be retired due to a leaky floor and zipper failure. Because it was essentially beyond repair, MSR offered me a deal on a new tent, and I purchased the Hubba Hubba at cost. I recently used it for a week in Yellowstone, where temperatures were mild at night and there was little wind or precipitation. That said, I can't comment on how well the tent holds up in adverse conditions, but I can say I've been very pleased with it in terms of set-up, design and overall quality. The single-pole arrangement was a little confusing at first -- it's a little awkward extending all of the sections -- but when I discovered how incredibly fast the set-up is, I was sold. I especially like the fact that there is no pushing of poles through tent fabric, which was always an exercise in frustration with other tents. My biggest complaint is that the tent doesn't come with an attic, a feature I adored with the Sidewinder. Even more annoying is the fact that the stand-alone attic isn't compatible with the Hubba Hubba. That said, I've been able to make due pretty well with the pockets at either end of the tent (although I wish they were a little deeper so they'd hold more gear). I also find the tent a bit hard to get in and out of with the rainfly attached, due to the fact that one corner of the fly must be staked to the ground. I also should note, however, that I have yet to use the Hubba Hubba in the backcountry. When I do, I expect to appreciate its minimalist design when it's in my pack.

ScareBear at Backcountry.com on 06/11/2009

A Fantastic 2-Person, 3-Season Warm Weather Backpacking Tent!

Rating:*****

Probably one of the best 3-season tents I have ever owned. I’ve used it several times now including twice in early spring on Emory Peak in Big Bend. It holds up great in rain and hard wind. I like the entire mesh top, opposed from the HP, because on nice nights you can view the stars without being bothered by insects. It's the closest thing to being tent-less. Now that being said, this is not the warmest tent, it keeps out the wind and rain but you better have a good sleeping bag; the design however helps keep condensation almost 99% out of the tent when wearing the fly and allows good circulation. After I got it dirty on trips it was very easy to clean with just warm water and sunlight. I do suggest the footprint though and maybe some ground hog stakes if you are going to be in harsher elements.

One thing I would've liked to see in this (and other tents) would be at least one poly window on at least one vestibule of the fly. This is just my preference.

I know this is an expensive tent but it is priceless on hot and humid trips where you can’t hang a hammock or sleep near a fire in the open. It’s light enough for me to carry on my own but roomy enough for two 6” people to sleep comfortably.

Boat at Backcountry.com on 05/08/2009

the Mesh Version

Rating:****

i just retired my MSR Hubba Hubba after years of hard usage. all around a good tent its been with me on trips ranging from the AT to a island in the middle of the ocean. its more roomy than most two person tents i have slept in, i was even able to fit three on occasion though my friend in the middle felt a little awkward. while on the AT we experienced a harsh thunder storm with heavy rain and strong wind for over what felt like the whole night. the tent held up very well with only a little drop of water on my forehead towards the end. the first thing to mess up on this tent was one of the poles however with the help of duck-tape it managed to last two more trips before snapping. the HP looks awesome and i would like to buy it however i do feel MSR tends to over price. the only other negative i could think of is when packing i would usually not be able to pack the poles along with the tent in the stuff sack however, i believe the HP has fixed this problem by replacing most of the mesh with a synthetic fabric.

Brenton Cook at Backcountry.com on 01/16/2009

even before the upgrades

Rating:*****

even before the upgrade, when it was just mesh, the tent was great!
I took it on several hikes ranging from 4 to 6 days up in Tahoe both solo and with my sister before taking it on a 17 day hike on the JMT.
The tent is roomy, well made and performed as expected keeping me warm and dry. It also held up to the craziest wind storm I have ever experienced where I thought for sure it would get ripped to shreds!
To cut down on trail weight while solo hiking, I ditched the tent portion and just hiked with the rain cover, poles and footprint and woke up warm and dry every morning.
Having two side doors and two vestibules are convenient or both access and storing gear when hiking with two people.
While on the JMT I joined up with a group of avid trail hikers who had all through hiked the PCT and everyone in the group had the MSR Hubba!

asha stoddard at Backcountry.com on 05/08/2009

The search is over!

Rating:*****
My search for the perfect tent is over!!! I've been searching for the perfect tent for some time now and have bought, tested and returned many a tent - but no more. This tent is really light, has enough room for me and my gear, nice vestibule size and most important no condensation problems. With 6 stakes my tent is secure and while there are extra guy-out points I’ve found no need to use them. Everyone at camp kept checking out my tent and was impressed by its roominess. I couldn’t have made a better purchase. Well worth the money!
shopkins at REI on 08/11/2008

MSR Hubba Hubba HP Tent 2-Person 3-Season

Rating:*****

This is a pretty awesome tent! It is large and roomy for a two person. The high point of the tent is in the middle, so it is easy to move around in. I've slept through multiple rain storms in this tent, and have never had an issue with water leaking. It is a very lightweight tent though, and can rip easily, so be careful with it!
My only complaint is that the gear loft is too tight, and anything you put up there just falls right out. The pockets on the sides are similarly hard to use.

ripplespirit at Backcountry.com on 08/31/2009

decent light tent

Rating:****
I got this tent specifically for ultralight solo trips. I am 6'0" and I fit just right, anyone taller than me would have problems. So the tent is cramped, but hey, it's a ultralight solo tent.
The tent was surprisingly sturdy in 60 mph gusty winds of death valley. However, the 2 ventilation windows on top could've been designed to have zippers for closure, w/o sacrificing too much weight. Otherwise in high winds the tent becomes a wind tunnel.
runcyclexcski at REI on 04/25/2008

Just what I wanted

Rating:*****
I field tested 5 different solo and lightweight 2 man tents for monthlong trip last August. This 1 man was as easy as the 2 person. Easy side access. Good ventilation. I'm 6'2" and it was easy to change clothes inside. Big enough. It also feels sturdier than the ones with mesh inner. I carefully chose this tent and it was everything I was looking for.
Jon Muir at REI on 01/27/2009

awsome for the job

Rating:****

this tent is better than the msr hubba hubba for several reasone 1) it's Vestibule Space is bigger, 2)it has less mesh, and more fabric to keep out the elements3) it weighs less, 4)it can be used eather by a two walled tent or just the fly,poles, and stakes

Matt Tovar at Backcountry.com on 04/02/2009

This is a great tent

Rating:*****
the tent breaks down well to pack in a kayak; vestibules are roomy...great tent!
sue the kayaker at Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS) (2008) on 09/25/2008

Neutral Reviews:

So, but no cigar.

Rating:***
Close, but no cigar.
The HP was designed to ad more protection then the Hubba, but leaving the vents without the ability to zip them during very wind and/or cold nights makes the occupant very exposed.

At the possibility of more condensation and a little more weight then this tent I would like a HP+ that has closable vents.

Just enough room inside for a mat and some gear at one end. Single pole + small vestbule pole makes set up easy.

This tent isn't really good for the summer and its really not good for the winter (vents without zippers). Its only good for non windy early fall.

Too narrow a use for the money.
A Mountain Hardwear Bunker 1 may be a better tent for cold and windy conditions.
TheObserver at REI on 11/02/2008