3p KUIU Mountain Star Tent

[passinggas33]

Has anybody actually tried out the new 3p KUIU Mountain Star tent? For me there is no way I could spoon with three in that size tent, but might be a nice legit 2 man tent. Really curious how this would compare to the SG Skyscraper tent. So just looking for some real world feedback as it checks a lot of boxes for me.

On a personal note, had a 2p mountain star but didn’t like it because it was too short for me, so I went to the SG. Like this tent but don’t love how it’s not a true “fly first” tent like the KUIU is. Looks like they might have cured my length issue with the 3p design for the same weight as the SG. Real question is if it is as tough as the SG.

 

[schmalzy]

I’ve been eyeing it too. I like that the horizontal pole goes all the way to the ground and makes it truly freestanding. 5 pounds makes it’s pretty attractive.


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[passinggas33]

For a 3+ season tent, and looking at the design, it looks like it could definitely handle some snow load and properly lined out, some impressive wind. Just trying to decide if it is that much “better” than the SG.

 

[Peytb10]

Has anybody actually tried out the new 3p KUIU Mountain Star tent? For me there is no way I could spoon with three in that size tent, but might be a nice legit 2 man tent. Really curious how this would compare to the SG Skyscraper tent. So just looking for some real world feedback as it checks a lot of boxes for me.

On a personal note, had a 2p mountain star but didn’t like it because it was too short for me, so I went to the SG. Like this tent but don’t love how it’s not a true “fly first” tent like the KUIU is. Looks like they might have cured my length issue with the 3p design for the same weight as the SG. Real question is if it is as tough as the SG.

How tall are you? I was looking at the 2p

 

[passinggas33]

How tall are you? I was looking at the 2p

I’m 6 foot. And in the 2p, with my 3” pad and a thick footbox on my bag, the bag would be rubbing quite heavily on the end. Not a problem in the SG and the new 3p looks to be about the same length as the SG so it should be a problem.

 

[Peytb10]

I’m 6 foot. And in the 2p, with my 3” pad and a thick footbox on my bag, the bag would be rubbing quite heavily on the end. Not a problem in the SG and the new 3p looks to be about the same length as the SG so it should be a problem.

Great to know. I’m 6’3 so I definitely want to avoid that. I’m thinking just going Rincon or Absaroka. Which SG? Not a fan of their weights

 

[passinggas33]

Great to know. I’m 6’3 so I definitely want to avoid that. I’m thinking just going Rincon or Absaroka. Which SG? Not a fan of their weights

Skyscraper is what I have for my 3+/4 season tent. My summer/fall tent is the tarptent double rainbow. Was hoping though that this KUIU 3p might be able to replace the skyscraper thereby increasing internal size, decreasing weight, and ease of setup.

 

[crich]

I honestly think they're a toss up. Larger footprint could be a good or bad thing depending on where you camp. Weight difference is negligible. I'm probably going to order a 3p and set it up next to my buddies skyscraper and really compare them. I like the added 3 inches of headroom on the kuiu.

 

[passinggas33]

I honestly think they're a toss up. Larger footprint could be a good or bad thing depending on where you camp. Weight difference is negligible. I'm probably going to order a 3p and set it up next to my buddies skyscraper and really compare them. I like the added 3 inches of headroom on the kuiu.

Can I request a follow up once you’ve had a chance to do this? That would be pretty awesome to have them side by side!

 

[schmalzy]

I ordered one to try out. May end up selling my soulo. I know they’re totally different sizes/uses but roughly same weight.


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[schmalzy]

Just got it in and set up in the yard. They tried to make it intuitive but was kinda cumbersome. It’s not bad but not great. Definitely thin material. I know there’s no free lunch with weight. Foot print isn’t great and I’m struggling to figure out how to use it.

I’m probably going to send it back.


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[passinggas33]

Just got it in and set up in the yard. They tried to make it intuitive but was kinda cumbersome. It’s not bad but not great. Definitely thin material. I know there’s no free lunch with weight. Foot print isn’t great and I’m struggling to figure out how to use it.

I’m probably going to send it back.


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Thanks for the feedback. I’ve been waiting anxiously to see what you had to say. Looks like I’ll probably stick with my SG Skyscraper for now then. Had such great hopes for this tent.

 

[schmalzy]

Thanks for the feedback. I’ve been waiting anxiously to see what you had to say. Looks like I’ll probably stick with my SG Skyscraper for now then. Had such great hopes for this tent.

I may be overly critical of it, it just didn’t get me excited. I felt like space wise inside it really didn’t feel like a 3p. Been a while since I’ve slept in a kuiu 2p but it really didn’t feel much bigger.


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[passinggas33]

I honestly think they're a toss up. Larger footprint could be a good or bad thing depending on where you camp. Weight difference is negligible. I'm probably going to order a 3p and set it up next to my buddies skyscraper and really compare them. I like the added 3 inches of headroom on the kuiu.

Did you ever get a chance to do this? Been really wanting to see a little more feedback on this tent.

 

[crich]

Did you ever get a chance to do this? Been really wanting to see a little more feedback on this tent.

No I haven't yet unfortunately. Ive been bleeding cash the past few months on grown up things so fun stuff is on hold.

 

[billysmals]

Just bumping this thread. I've been interested in the Kuiu 3p. I have a Hilleberg Anjan 3, and it looked like a little better headroom and also had the double doors, so I was really interested in this Kuiu. I have also looked at hard at the SG. I am interested in the freestanding style vs the tunnel of the Hilleberg.

 

[rookieforever33]

Bumping the 3p thread. Wondering if anyone is using this tent this season

 

[Jsikora]

Bumping the 3p thread. Wondering if anyone is using this tent this season

I just ordered on and will test it out around the house this fall and will follow up.

 

[Weber]

Bumping the 3p thread. Wondering if anyone is using this tent this season

I have. 3 people. It worked well, though I will warn with 3 people, the vestibules get very tight. And what people do seem to get confused about with tent sizes, 3p means 3 people laying the same foot to head direction side by side. Nothing more or less. One thing to note, there is a right direction for your head to go. the tents are tapered slightly and their is a venting side to help[ with condensation.

I've got the 1p, 2p, and 3pm mountain star as well as the 2p storm star. Big fan of all of them for their purposes. Main reason I got the 3p was for some extra space when its nasty out with 2 people. Its not just wider but taller.

One downside to this size tent is foot print. Its harder to find a big enough, suitable area, to pitch it. But no other complaints.

 

[rookieforever33]

I have. 3 people. It worked well, though I will warn with 3 people, the vestibules get very tight. And what people do seem to get confused about with tent sizes, 3p means 3 people laying the same foot to head direction side by side. Nothing more or less. One thing to note, there is a right direction for your head to go. the tents are tapered slightly and their is a venting side to help[ with condensation.

I've got the 1p, 2p, and 3pm mountain star as well as the 2p storm star. Big fan of all of them for their purposes. Main reason I got the 3p was for some extra space when its nasty out with 2 people. Its not just wider but taller.

One downside to this size tent is foot print. Its harder to find a big enough, suitable area, to pitch it. But no other complaints.

Appreciate the feedback. Im looking for something that holds 2 comfortably for next year. They run a pretty deep discount on the 2p version. Im always wstching to see the 3p a little cheaper than it has been.