Motorcycle Explorer Nov 2015 Issue 8 | Page 213

Special Features The special feature for the mini tent is the size. Rather than just a bivvy bag the tent is advertised as having room for you and your kit. I’m 6’2” and with me in the tent there is little room for kit above your head. You’d get the basics in there as in your helmet and a bag of clothes. As a backup tent in an emergency this works fine and as advertised but I’d soon get sick of this over a prolonged period of time. Practicality It’s a winner for me! You can throw this in a pannier and still have room for all your gear. Rather like a first aid kit that you hope you’ll never need but have peace of mind that it’s there tucked away. With a pack size of just 40 x 13cm and weight being 1.2kg you can put this in a side pannier and not feel any issues with balance. You won’t even know it’s there really, unless you have an issue with your tent and then you’ll be glad it is! Of course, you may like very small tents and if so then you’re going to love this as your main tent and have stacks of room left on your bike for more toys and creature comforts. It’s all down to what you place as a priority for your comfort. Once in the tent there is enough room to sleep and roll on your side with a limited amount of kit. If that’s all your looking for then this could be your minimalist dream come true.