What a great demonstration video like always Ben. How windproof after these thents compared to a Blackwolf Turbo tent? I'm looking for something durable to handle around 180 days straight off camping with all types of unexpected conditions but wind could be the toughest test as I will be camping on the coast also. Any advice would be appreciated, thanks.
I'd personally probably go an RV over a Turbo tent for your long term touring. Its Bens choice, and also Kevin who you may have seen in other product reviews or podcast episodes. He used his RV for a 6 month straight tour, setting up and packing down everyday. Check out our episode on dealing with wind and rain for more tips: www.snowys.com.au/blog/podcast-wind-rain-when-camping/ ~ Lauren
The concept has always been great; but with all those guys, poles and fly I don’t think they will be able to call it a 30 second tent. Can the fly stay connected and fold with the tent? Informative video. Cheers...
You're right 4BnewB, the 30 second claim can really only be attributed to the inner tent, all the accessories take a little while longer. We have a setup/pack down video which is in the editing phase at the moment, so you'll see that live soon. You can leave the fly attached for pack-up, it makes it all a bit tighter to fit in the bag but perfectly manageable. ~ Ben
That opening roof looks like a great idea but .... I can't help but think it must make it more susceptible to the elements. Is there any risk of rain seeping its way in if you're not using the additional fly??
You would be right to question this, Herbshirt, and I guess it would be more susceptible to the elements than not having it there at all, but the fabric overlaps the zippers adequately to stop water getting in. The only time I can see it being an issue is in heavy wind driven rain, but the addition of the flysheet would help int his situation. I think it's a case of the pro's considerably outweighing the con's with this feature, as it adds excellent ventilation which is great to keep the tent comfortable in warm weather and reduces condensation on cold weather. ~ Ben
Those two pockets up high inside the tent look handy. I've got the Oztent RV-3 and wondering if you can buy them seperately to put into the older model tent?
I don't think those particular pockets are available separately, claverton, but they do have a variation available which you can see on our website here - www.snowys.com.au/hanging-bag-organiser. ~ Ben
Hey mate, great review. I was just wondering if you thought that it might be possible to fit in something like the oztrail queen easy fold stretcher with a self inflating mattress as an option for sleeping? or would it maybe come up a little high and be a tad squishy?? Cheers.
It will probably squeeze in Stewart, but I reckon that will be pretty tight. You are probably best with a larger version like the RV5 if that's how you want to camp. ~ Ben
They aren't specifically designed to handle snow load, the large flat sections will likely allow it to accumulate. If you were to get 30cm of snow you'd probably want to be clearing it off now and then to make sure the frame isn't damaged. ~ Ben
Mine has kept me protected is some pretty serious winds and tropical storms, as long as you pitch it correctly and add extra guy ropes and pegs to compensate for extremes then it will definitely hold in extreme weather events. ~ Ben
The stretcher I used in the video was the Oztent RS-1S stretcher, Alex, which you can see details/dimensions of here - www.snowys.com.au/rs-1s-king-single-stretcher-series-ii. This will fit cross ways as indicated in the video, but if you want more space inside then you would be best going for the Gecko Stretcher - www.snowys.com.au/gecko-stretcher-series-ii. However, even this will be a very tight fit if you want to put it in lengthways. ~ Ben
In my opinion you are the best reviewer \ demonstrator of all - well done. I love my RV 5.
Thanks for the compliment. ~ Ben
This is great, addresses all the problems I had with the OG RV tents, good on Oztent for continuing to develop this product.
G'day TJ, I agree that it's a fantastic upgrade. Thanks for your feedback!
Cheers, Sonia
What a great demonstration video like always Ben. How windproof after these thents compared to a Blackwolf Turbo tent? I'm looking for something durable to handle around 180 days straight off camping with all types of unexpected conditions but wind could be the toughest test as I will be camping on the coast also. Any advice would be appreciated, thanks.
I'd personally probably go an RV over a Turbo tent for your long term touring. Its Bens choice, and also Kevin who you may have seen in other product reviews or podcast episodes. He used his RV for a 6 month straight tour, setting up and packing down everyday.
Check out our episode on dealing with wind and rain for more tips:
www.snowys.com.au/blog/podcast-wind-rain-when-camping/
~ Lauren
@@SnowysOutdoors Thanks Lauren, will check out the link and I was thinking the RV too.
The concept has always been great; but with all those guys, poles and fly I don’t think they will be able to call it a 30 second tent.
Can the fly stay connected and fold with the tent?
Informative video.
Cheers...
You're right 4BnewB, the 30 second claim can really only be attributed to the inner tent, all the accessories take a little while longer. We have a setup/pack down video which is in the editing phase at the moment, so you'll see that live soon.
You can leave the fly attached for pack-up, it makes it all a bit tighter to fit in the bag but perfectly manageable.
~ Ben
Love you product reviews thanks so much
Thanks for the kudos , Greg. ~ Ben
This guy doesnt breath Goddamit !
I have so much info that I want to jam into these video, Jonathon, there's no time for oxygen! ~ Ben
That opening roof looks like a great idea but .... I can't help but think it must make it more susceptible to the elements. Is there any risk of rain seeping its way in if you're not using the additional fly??
You would be right to question this, Herbshirt, and I guess it would be more susceptible to the elements than not having it there at all, but the fabric overlaps the zippers adequately to stop water getting in. The only time I can see it being an issue is in heavy wind driven rain, but the addition of the flysheet would help int his situation.
I think it's a case of the pro's considerably outweighing the con's with this feature, as it adds excellent ventilation which is great to keep the tent comfortable in warm weather and reduces condensation on cold weather. ~ Ben
Those two pockets up high inside the tent look handy. I've got the Oztent RV-3 and wondering if you can buy them seperately to put into the older model tent?
I don't think those particular pockets are available separately, claverton, but they do have a variation available which you can see on our website here - www.snowys.com.au/hanging-bag-organiser. ~ Ben
@@SnowysOutdoors I have these in my RV3 and RV1 great for wallet and keys
Hey mate, great review. I was just wondering if you thought that it might be possible to fit in something like the oztrail queen easy fold stretcher with a self inflating mattress as an option for sleeping? or would it maybe come up a little high and be a tad squishy?? Cheers.
It will probably squeeze in Stewart, but I reckon that will be pretty tight. You are probably best with a larger version like the RV5 if that's how you want to camp. ~ Ben
Good video
Do we need to season the tent? Being canvas and all 🤙
The Oztent RV series is fully seam sealed and ready to go!
~ Lauren
Any experience with how these tents handle snow load if I get 30cm of snow overnight will these hold up well?
They aren't specifically designed to handle snow load, the large flat sections will likely allow it to accumulate. If you were to get 30cm of snow you'd probably want to be clearing it off now and then to make sure the frame isn't damaged. ~ Ben
Will it hold in extreme wind and weather?
Mine has kept me protected is some pretty serious winds and tropical storms, as long as you pitch it correctly and add extra guy ropes and pegs to compensate for extremes then it will definitely hold in extreme weather events. ~ Ben
When are they coming to the US?
Oztent are in the US, BLWNOVA - www.oztent.com/us. I'm not sure if they offer this particular model over there yet though. ~ Ben
Hi guys would a king Goanna stretcher be ok for a rv3 or better for rv4?
It will fit in an RV3 similar to the stretcher in this video, Alex, but you'll have more room in an RV4. ~ Ben
@@SnowysOutdoors thanks Ben love your work
Which oztent stretcher would be ok?
The stretcher I used in the video was the Oztent RS-1S stretcher, Alex, which you can see details/dimensions of here - www.snowys.com.au/rs-1s-king-single-stretcher-series-ii. This will fit cross ways as indicated in the video, but if you want more space inside then you would be best going for the Gecko Stretcher - www.snowys.com.au/gecko-stretcher-series-ii.
However, even this will be a very tight fit if you want to put it in lengthways.
~ Ben
Any plans to make an RV-2 Pus ?
We haven't received any word out of the Oztent camp about an RV-2 Plus, Terry. If the RV-3 Plus becomes a big hit... ya never know! Laine :)
@@SnowysOutdoors Cheers thanks
Wish they did rv2 plus
The RV2 size has been phased out @Alex Mansell, I think just generally abit to small for most peoples needs.
~ Lauren
@@SnowysOutdoors bummer