Luxe SilHexpeak

[widu13]

Actually the 65cm is not noticeable as the full width of 120cm makes it feel cavernous, when you sit up and faff about.

Yes the thicker the mat, the more material could get in your face. I'm at the limit as I say on my mat, however there is a good air gap between the mesh and outer, so not too inconvenient.

I've been in considerably more expensive shelters with worse.

Well the first batch has now left us (along with a lorry load of sweeties) and so I wait with baited breath for the feedback from fellow enthusiasts

I'll let you know what I think of the width tomorrow then!

 

[Shewie]

Ahhhhh, got one in my basket but I've already got a Trailstar and a DuoMd on the way

I should really go for the Nigor which will sleep me and the mrs

 

[theoctagon]

I'll let you know what I think of the width tomorrow then!

Full report will plenty of pics please?

Ahhhhh, got one in my basket but I've already got a Trailstar and a DuoMd on the way

I should really go for the Nigor which will sleep me and the mrs

Did you manage to resist?

 

[Shewie]

Did you manage to resist?

I'm still in debate with myself

My heart says buy one, my brain says what for

 

[snozz]

I'm still in debate with myself

My heart says buy one, my brain says what for

Let me know when you need to sell a trail star or similar!

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[larrysmith]

I'm just on the cusp of buying either a Mini Peak 2 or a HexPeak. For those that already have one or the other, which one is likely to suit me better being a 6'3" guy? The rectangular profile of the Mini Peak seems to make more sense as there should in theory be more space...but that HexPeak does have some really nice design features such as the 50/50 split nest (and a correspondingly higher price tag).
Also, on the Mini Peak, is it relatively easy to cut out most of the drafts when it is pitched. The mossie net inner doesn't look like it would offer much in the way of insulation
Thank you

(Oh, and if anyone is looking to sell their Mini Peak 2, you would more than likely have a willing buyer right here )

 

[widu13]

I'm just on the cusp of buying either a Mini Peak 2 or a HexPeak. For those that already have one or the other, which one is likely to suit me better being a 6'3" guy? The rectangular profile of the Mini Peak seems to make more sense as there should in theory be more space...but that HexPeak does have some really nice design features such as the 50/50 split nest (and a correspondingly higher price tag).
Also, on the Mini Peak, is it relatively easy to cut out most of the drafts when it is pitched. The mossie net inner doesn't look like it would offer much in the way of insulation
Thank you

(Oh, and if anyone is looking to sell their Mini Peak 2, you would more than likely have a willing buyer right here )

My HP was delivered today. I won't be able to play with it properly until the weekend but I'll at least see if the inner is wide enough for me tonight. If it's a keeper then my MiniPeak will be up for sale.

 

[larrysmith]

My HP was delivered today. I won't be able to play with it properly until the weekend but I'll at least see if the inner is wide enough for me tonight. If it's a keeper then my MiniPeak will be up for sale.

Keep me in mind if you do come to sell it. I am off cycle touring shortly (low budget, inevitably !) - and am thinking that the Mini Peak 2 will probably work better for me across a range of situations. I'm cycling to SE Asia, so the double door ventilation would be useful, as would the full mesh nest.
As long as I can batten it down to stop the drafts, it should also serve me well in the cold uplands of Central Asia (and offset the fact that the HexPeak inner is better suited to cold conditions).

 

[jacko1066]

Nice!! Like that a lot!!


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[widu13]

I'll let you know after the weekend. My fears regarding the width seem to be unfounded (at this stage) as the 65cm is at the head/foot only and by the time is gets to shoulder level widens considerably. I have laid in the inner with it unsupported (bar my arm sticking in the air!) and apart from the slight pointed gap to one side when you lie down the MiniPeak interior does seem a bit bigger. I'll only be able to confirm that this weekend though.

The mesh is true midge net and there's a handy small pocket at the inner entrance. For some reason the stuff sack is massive and it could easily fit in one 1/2 the size. Luxe have also done away with the roll top opening (which I liked, but isn't really necessary). Some of the weight saving comes from the pegs now being V pegs and not the Y beams supplied with the MP. Again as with the MP, I find they are a little short at 6.25" but that is just personal preference I guess.

I'll let you know more after the weekend guys, unless someone else beats me to it. An initial assessment of the quality seems good.

P.S.

Who has what appears to be a yellow labrador Bob?! I appear to have got the demo tent or someone was having a jolly in the warehouse as it has (specks of) loose debris and dog hairs on the underside of the inner floor. It's not a drama, just unexpected!

 

[Podcast Bob]

Really Widu? Sorry about that but none of the boxes bar the one I opened were unpacked, so it is as it came from Luxe.

I'll pass that back to Michael for feedback though.

Hope you have fun at the weekend

 

[Jurassic]

I have one of these on the way. I was waiting for new stock of the Sil Mini Peak but as soon as I saw the Hex I decided it was the one for me. I find the hex shape much more aesthetically pleasing than the straight pyramid of the Mini Peak even if you do lose a little space and hopefully it should shed wind a little better into the bargain . I look forward to it's arrival (hopefully tomorrow) and will post here once I've had a look at it.

 

[darrenleroy]

I can't wait to hear the feedback on the Hex and any comparisons with the Mini Peak. This is exciting stuff.

One question though: where do these two tents stand against the Tarptent Scarp 1? I would like to do the GR20 this summer and would love some guidance on which shelter to take; the Hex, the Scarp 1, or maybe even the Mini Peak. I understand that finding flat ground to camp can sometimes be a problem and wonder if the footprint of the Scarp 1 is smaller. Any constructive criticism would be welcome.

 

[larrysmith]

I can't wait to hear the feedback on the Hex and any comparisons with the Mini Peak. This is exciting stuff.

One question though: where do these two tents stand against the Tarptent Scarp 1? I would like to do the GR20 this summer and would love some guidance on which shelter to take; the Hex, the Scarp 1, or maybe even the Mini Peak. I understand that finding flat ground to camp can sometimes be a problem and wonder if the footprint of the Scarp 1 is smaller. Any constructive criticism would be welcome.

Finding flat ground for the Mini Peak clearly was never a problem for this guy;
http://primitivebackpack.blogspot.co.uk/2013/06/luxe-mini-peak-2-tent-review.html
I reckon the pyramid design makes it a perfect shelter for challenging terrain...it's part of the reason why I want one so much (though my budget is so meagre! Hmm)

 

[ADz-1983]

Love my Silminipeak but think I'm going to have to order a Hex

 

[widu13]

BPL shows out of stock bud.

 

[larrysmith]

Love my Silminipeak but think I'm going to have to order a Hex

If you do, feel free to PM me with an offer price on your sil minipeak .



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[ADz-1983]

If you do, feel free to PM me with an offer price on your sil minipeak .



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It will be a while yet before I consider selling it bud as they're sold out of the Hex at the moment. Then I will have an outing in it to see how it is before I think of selling the MP.

 

[Jurassic]

I got my Hex yesterday and first impressions are good. The changes over the Mini Peak address most of my (minor) reservations about that tent and I suspect those changes have been driven by user feedback via Podcast Bob. The prop for holding the vent open is quite rigid now and is attached permanently at one end meaning it can't be accidentally lost. The stitching all looks good (although I'll reserve final judgment on that until I've pitched it). The Hex is slightly lower than the MP but that means it can be pitched using one walking pole rather than having to join two together with the BPL adapter as was the case with the MP. The inner looks to be very spacious for one person and I can confirm that the mesh is very fine and should keep midgies at bay while the solid fabric lower walls of the inner should stop drafts and should also be lighter than mesh into the bargain. The pegs are a bit short and relatively heavy (I've substituted them for some Alpkit Ti pegs that I already had). The tent came with a tube of seam sealer included and I hope to proof the seams this weekend using that and an extra tube of Silnet I bought from BPL. This brings me onto a question for all you Silnylon veterans out there. As this is my first Sil shelter I was wondering whether to thin the seam sealer with white spirit or use it neat? Also the instructions hint that the seams should be sealed on the inside but my previous experiences of sealing normal nylon tents have always been to seal on the outside. Have I misunderstood the instructions or should the Hex be sealed inside? Cheers, Chris.

 

[widu13]

Thin the silicon and seal from OUTSIDE. The idea is to stop water entering the seam and stitching. Looks like mine will be pitched this Saturday in the dark and driving rain without being sealed. We'll see how good it is without the seams being sealed!