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MSR Mutha Hubba HP Tent

Hiking & Camping > Shelters & TentsRated: ***** by 7 reviews.

ProLite Gear

MSR's lightest, freestanding 3-person tent weighs less than the Mutha Hubba tent, yet offers greater coverage in the tent canopy for added protection and warmth during unexpected, early-season snowfalls or persistent coastal winds. MSR has achieved this increased protection with lighter weight by utilizing the latest fabrics and technology to bring the Mutha Hubba HP tent down to an impressive 6 lbs. 4 oz. (2.85 kg). Along with the fast and easy pitching hub and swivel pole design, the Mutha Hubba HP tent is light enough for two, big enough for three and strong for almost anything you’ll find this side of winter.

Specifications
Capacity3
Minimum Weight6 lbs 4 oz / 2850 g
Packaged Weight6 lbs 13 oz / 3090 g
Fly with Footprint Weight4 lbs 13 oz / 2200 g
Floor Area40 sq. ft / 3.7 sq. m
Vestibule Area14 (7 + 7) sq. ft / 1.35 (.675 + .675) sq. m
Tent Volume105 cu. ft / 2945 liters
Vestibule Volume22 (11 + 11) cu. ft / 623 (311.5 + 311.5) liters
Interior Peak Height46 in / 117 cm
Packed Size19 x 8 in / 47 x 20 cm
Number of Doors2
FreestandingYes
Number of Poles3 DAC
Number of Stakes12
Fly Fabric20D x 330T ripstop nylon 66 1000mm polyurethane & silicone coated
Canopy Fabric20D x 330T ripstop nylon 66 & DWR
Mesh Type20D polyester mesh
Floor Fabric40D x 238T ripstop nylon 6 10000mm polyurethane & DWR coated
Country of OriginMade In Taiwan

Features:

  • Livable:Unique pole configuration provides maximum interior space, two doors, and two large vestibules for storing gear.
  • Quick and Easy Setup:All-in-one hub-and-swivel pole design is strong and simple to use.
  • Ultralight: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 freestanding tarp-shelter mode with optional footprint (sold separately).

Mountain Gear

Get the mother of all of MSR's Hubba tents, the Mutha Hubba HP, an even lighter version of the popular Mutha Hubba model. With a unique, all-in-1 hub-and-swivel pole system, you're assured of a low pack weight with a huge return on living space while stay dry entrances paired with the sturdy, PU-coated floor and fly promise to keep the weather out.

Features:

  • Ensure support, even in nasty weather, as the all-in-one pole system maintains strength and reflective guy cords offer stability; ultralight needle stakes are virtually unbendable
  • Get maximum interior space from the unique, single-pole configuration that utilizes the all-in-one hub-and-swivel pole design for easy setup
  • If the rain is falling the dry-entry design helps move water away from the tent; even if you have the doors open for ventilation, water won't drip in
  • Keep your gear safe and dry within the 2 vestibules; the taped seams and welded reinforcements of the vestibules and tent interior offer superior protection
  • Protect your tent from the elements and the rigors of you adventures as the floor and fly are coated with silicon and polyurethane for resistance to weather and UV rays; waterproof zips keep moisture out
  • Unlike the mesh of the Mutha Hubba version, the HP model uses solid fabric to further protect against rain, sleet and snow; vents in the fly and loft don't let you lose out on breathability
  • 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)

Oregon Mountain Community

The lightest, freestanding 3-person tent weighs less than the Mutha Hubba™, yet offers greater coverage in the tent canopy for added protection and warmth during unexpected, early-season snowfalls or persistent coastal winds. We’ve achieved this increased protection with lighter weight by utilizing the latest fabrics and technology to bring the Hubba Hubba HP down to an impressive 6 lbs. 4 oz. (2.85 kg). Along with the fast and easy pitching hub and swivel pole design, the Mutha Hubba HP is light enough for two, big enough for three and strong for almost anything you’ll find this side of winter.

Features:

  • Livable: Unique pole configuration provides maximum interior space, two doors, and two large vestibules for storing gear.
  • Quick and Easy Setup: All-in-one hub-and-swivel pole design is strong and simple to use.
  • Ultralight: 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 two freestanding tarp-shelter modes: with optional footprint (sold separately), or just the fly and poles only for the ultimate in weight savings.

Backcountry.com

As the lightest three-person tent in the MSR line, the Mutha Hubba HP Tent makes a great choice for weight-conscious backpackers who don’t want to sacrifice comfort. Double doors and a massive 14sq feet of vestibule space will make your house’s porch jealous. A unique three-pole system withstands serious winds and even handles snow loading if you push this MSR tent into late-fall use.


Moosejaw

No description provided.

Capacity / suggested use:3 person / 3-season
Clip / Sleeve:Clip
Dimensions:84 x 68 x 46 inches
Doors:2
Doors / vestibules:2 / 2
Floor / canopy / fly material:polyurethane- and silicon- coated nylon / nylon / polyurethane- and silicon- coated nylon
Floor Space:94 x 62in (240 x 150cm); 40sq ft (3.7sq m)
Floor area / vestibule area:40 sq ft / 14 sq ft
Freestanding:Yes
Interior Height:46in (117cm)
Manufacturer Warranty:Lifetime
Material:[Fly] nylon; [Floor] nylon
Number of poles / freestanding:1 / yes
Packed Size:20 x 7in (51 x 18cm)
Pole Material:Aluminum
Poles:3
Recommended Use:Camping
Stuff size:18 x 8 inches
Trail weight:6 lb 4 oz
Ventilation:Mesh walls
Vestibule Space:[Total] 14sq ft (1.35sq m)
Weight:6lb 4oz (2850g)

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Option Availability:

Use this chart to find which retailer offers this product in the size, color or other options that you desire. Click on the price to purchase.

ColorSize
3 PersonN/A
Mutha Hubba w/ Fly
Mutha Hubba w/ Fly
 478.95
Mutha Hubba w / o Fly
Mutha Hubba w / o Fly
 478.95
Mutha Hubba w / Fly Door Open 478.95
N/A549.95 

Legend

  •     - Moosejaw
  •     - Oregon Mountain Community

Notes:

Mountain Gear offers this product at $549.00, but does not provide any color/size information.

Backcountry.com offers this product at $549.95, but does not provide any color/size information.

ProLite Gear offers this product at $549.95, but does not provide any color/size information.

MSR Mutha Hubba HP Tent Reviews Summary:

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Positive Reviews:

Impressed

Rating:*****

I took my 2 young boys on their first overnight backpacking trip last week. It was our first chance to try out the Mutha Hubba. The set-up was easy since we had practiced at home, which is recommended with the hub-pole design-- not hard to do, just different. It started raining hard about mid-night and the wind picked up. The rain slowed, but never stopped. We were dry all night with not a drop of leakage and only minimal condensation. The fly never flapped in the wind since we guyed it out with the 2 cords included. For the record, I carried the tent/fly, poles/stakes and footprint in my pack, since I wanted to make the boys' first trip as enjoyable as possible. It was not as bad as I thought it would be, but I plan to divide the load next time.

LeeH at Backcountry.com on 03/25/2009

"First Impressions"

Rating:*****
I used this tent last night for the first time. AWESOME! The pole design is very unique. It was my second time setting it up and it only took me about 3-4 minutes. It has a "covered wagon" feel. It can comfortably fit 3 persons and moreover the increased head room to move around with 3 persons in the tent at once is huge! It's MSR. It's quality. The poles are color coded for easy setup. the tent came with a set of stakes and guy cord. There is tensioner brackets included along with a "quick" repair sleeve in the event of a splintered pole while on a trip.
Doug at Moosejaw on 06/23/2009

Wow What a tent

Rating:*****

I used this multiple times under varied conditions. High winds, humid conditions in the Everglades, rain storms on the Buffalo River in Arkansas and the Everglades and never worried about the rain or wind. Great ventilation even with the fly up and star gazing was great with the fly off. Performs as advertised. I made the mistake of storing it stuffed in the stuff sack in my unairconditioned garage in southern Florida and ruined the fly. I call MSR customer service to order a replacement to both my Hubba Hubba and Mutha Hubba and they quickly sent me both new flys FREE. Great customer service!!

sta2949544 at Backcountry.com on 02/26/2009

Nice tent

Rating:*****

I just spent the weekend in this tent with the rain-fly nice and tight and this thing stood up to rain all day Saturday and wind/rain all night. It vents well for not having a lot of really breathable fabric. The fly is nice and yellow so the morning kind of cheers up the mood a bit. It has some nice overhead lofts that can store your light gear like a book or your headlamp or compass/map. I used it with the MSR Groundhog tent stakes and it never faltered in the mountain wind out here in CO.

Bryan L at Backcountry.com on 06/22/2009

"Great tent with nice features"

Rating:*****
I bough this tent about a month ago and have been itching to take it out. I finally did and it held up well in the rain and wind of the Colorado mountains. It has two nice little overhead loft things that really help clear the bottom of the tent. the rain-fly cinches down really well and prevent moisture from getting in even in the vestibule area. I do wish that the doors of the tent had a little more mesh netting further down the door to help with ventilation but it still worked rather nicely.
Bryan at Moosejaw on 06/22/2009

Tidbit from a Dummy

Rating:*****

Hey fans, I LOVE my MSR tent... so much so I washed it (gentle cycle.)

Don't EVER wash your rainfly... it totally ruined it. The waterproof layer came apart and the material stuck together almost like it had been turned to glue. I'm currently trying t track down a replacement fly and you can imagine how fun that's been thus far. Great product, dumb consumer.

Happy Halloween from Alabama. Roll Tide.

Nathan at Backcountry.com on 10/23/2009

Neutral Reviews:

Mutha Hubba so-so

Rating:***

I've used this tent over 2 yrs. under a variety of conditions, and I've owned/used numerous tents in both field work and recreation. I read the other reviews and make no mistake about it, it is a good tent but could easily be better. It is very noisy in wind and ventilation could be improved. The leading edge of the sides between the cross poles just hangs down flush with the sides of the tent thus leaving lose material. Dumb. I glued and sewed small straps to the middle of the leading edge that I could put a line through and lead out to a stake. It nicely opens the bottom of the rainfly as in many other tents therefore creating additional ventilation. Why couldn't the company do this; who tested this? To really draw the fly taught one must also stake the fly down. In my opinion these small things do not allow this tent a 5 star rating, 4 star at most. There are better 3person tents at the same price that are made for similar conditions.

wileywog at Backcountry.com on 10/04/2009