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MSR Hubba vs. Elixir Series - Help Appreciated
Hey everyone! I'm new here, and the last thing I want to do is annoy you with yet another "Which tent should I get?" thread. So, I'll try to keep this short and sweet.
I've done a TON of research on tents. It looks like MSR is a top-notch company, behind Hilleberg (I'm not paying their prices). I'm between the Hubba and Elixir series; the carbon, though light, is out due to people having issues with poles snapping, and at 6'2", 200+ pounds at 25 years old, I'm not worried about an extra pound of savings.
I've seen a lot of people recommend the Hubba, but here little about the Elixir. Does anyone have experience with both?
My Use:
I'll be car camping in Pennsylvania, primarily, with my girlfriend and I. She has always 'glamped' (Glamorous Camping) so tent camping is new to her. She would prefer to have an air mattress; I like extra space. So, a minimum of a three person tent sounds like it'll be best - it'll fit a queen-sized mattress (I know, I know - I'm working on her slowly but surely. She does like the outdoors though!). I recently bought a house by Lake Ontario, so I'd like to scoot over to the Adirondacks. It is extremely wet in that area due to the 'Lake Effect.' I'd like to start off slow, but eventually, work my way into backpacking - overnight to two nights to three nights, etc. Like I said, I want livability, but more importantly, I want to stay dry. I'd also like to hop on a plane to various parts of the country to backpack. So, even though we'll be car camping at first, weight is a bit of a concern.
From my research, I see the Elixir Series uses a thicker material. I can only assume that it'll hold up in weather better, but will a Hubba also protect me from the same elements? Obviously I would get a footprint for the Hubba; the Elixir comes with one. If I go with the Hubba, maybe I can get the Papa Hubba? I know it is heavier than the Mutha Hubba and a few ounces LIGHTER than the Elixir 3.
I have never backpacked before, but my mentality is, I can 'splurge' on the tent (Weight wise) and make up the difference in clothing. Example: If I can save 4-5 ounces on three pieces of clothing, it'll be roughly the same weight. Maybe I take one less cliff bar?
But what are your guys thoughts? Again, I'd like space/livability and weather protection. Here is a link to the tents in question:
Elixir 3
https://www.rei.com/product/865347/msr-elixir-3-tent
Mutha Hubba
https://www.rei.com/product/863077/m...-hubba-nx-tent
Papa Hubba
https://www.rei.com/product/863098/m...-hubba-nx-tent
Thank you again for all of your help in advance!
I've done a TON of research on tents. It looks like MSR is a top-notch company, behind Hilleberg (I'm not paying their prices). I'm between the Hubba and Elixir series; the carbon, though light, is out due to people having issues with poles snapping, and at 6'2", 200+ pounds at 25 years old, I'm not worried about an extra pound of savings.
I've seen a lot of people recommend the Hubba, but here little about the Elixir. Does anyone have experience with both?
My Use:
I'll be car camping in Pennsylvania, primarily, with my girlfriend and I. She has always 'glamped' (Glamorous Camping) so tent camping is new to her. She would prefer to have an air mattress; I like extra space. So, a minimum of a three person tent sounds like it'll be best - it'll fit a queen-sized mattress (I know, I know - I'm working on her slowly but surely. She does like the outdoors though!). I recently bought a house by Lake Ontario, so I'd like to scoot over to the Adirondacks. It is extremely wet in that area due to the 'Lake Effect.' I'd like to start off slow, but eventually, work my way into backpacking - overnight to two nights to three nights, etc. Like I said, I want livability, but more importantly, I want to stay dry. I'd also like to hop on a plane to various parts of the country to backpack. So, even though we'll be car camping at first, weight is a bit of a concern.
From my research, I see the Elixir Series uses a thicker material. I can only assume that it'll hold up in weather better, but will a Hubba also protect me from the same elements? Obviously I would get a footprint for the Hubba; the Elixir comes with one. If I go with the Hubba, maybe I can get the Papa Hubba? I know it is heavier than the Mutha Hubba and a few ounces LIGHTER than the Elixir 3.
I have never backpacked before, but my mentality is, I can 'splurge' on the tent (Weight wise) and make up the difference in clothing. Example: If I can save 4-5 ounces on three pieces of clothing, it'll be roughly the same weight. Maybe I take one less cliff bar?
But what are your guys thoughts? Again, I'd like space/livability and weather protection. Here is a link to the tents in question:Elixir 3
https://www.rei.com/product/865347/msr-elixir-3-tent
Mutha Hubba
https://www.rei.com/product/863077/m...-hubba-nx-tent
Papa Hubba
https://www.rei.com/product/863098/m...-hubba-nx-tent
Thank you again for all of your help in advance!
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