Hey team, welcome back to the blog!
I know it’s been a while - life has been heavy over the last 18 months, but we’re back. In this blog post, I’m going to be talking about the tent that got us through our charity canoeing/wild camping trip along the Great Glen Canoe Trail in Scotland.
For my charity trip, OneTigris Camping very kindly provided us with some camping gear to keep us warm and comfortable along the way and this included the OneTigris Rock Fortress Hot Tent.
First, let’s chat about the design and build! The Rock Fortress’s decagonal (10-sided) tipi shape gives it a classic hot tent look. It has a 3.8m diameter and a peak of 2.4cm, so there’s plenty of headroom for someone like myself who is 164cm (or 5”4 in imperial). My partner who stands at 182cm (or 5”11) found the headroom wasn’t quite enough for him to stand up in the tent comfortably.
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| Picture credit: OneTigris Camping |
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| Picture credit: OneTigris Camping |
It’s made from 70D silicone-coated nylon that has a 3000 mm waterproof rating, so it’s made to hold up in heavy rain and works as a four-season shelter. The included stove jacket opening meant we could also run our wood stove which made the nights cosy.
Next up, let’s chat setup and practical use. One thing I’ve seen other reviewers consistently mention is how straightforward it is to set up and I would mostly agree with this! It has a single-pole design that simplifies pitching and takedown. The only caveat I would add to this, is that it is straightforward to set up as long as the ground is completely flat, and I know what you’re thinking “who is setting up a tent on uneven ground?!” right but during our trip, on our first night we had to spend a night on a rocky beach on the side of Loch Lochy and the set-up was hindered by the fact we couldn’t make a level base. However, when we set it up on a flat grassy area on the shore of Loch Oich it was an easy set-up.
Once pitched, the tent feels spacious and that makes it pretty versatile. It’s advertised as a 4-6 person tent, though after spending a few nights in it, I would definitely say it’s more comfortable for two (potentially three adults) with gear, especially if you’re running the stove inside. This tent was also slightly too big for a few of the campsites along the Great Glen Canoe Trail as some of the shorelines are quite narrow but we just took this into account when choosing our campsites.
There’s no inner tent included, so you’ll need to consider a groundsheet for extra protection against ground moisture if you’re not using a stove regularly. We were kindly gifted the inner mesh tent (the mesh inner tent 04) and whilst this did take up a fair bit of space inside, it did keep bugs out and gave us a good base where we slept.
The pros:
Weather resistance: Whilst on Loch Oich we had a LOT of rain and the tent held up beautifully.
Warmth with stove: The stove jack is a standout feature for cold-weather camping, keeping the interior warm and comfortable.
Easy setup: The simple tipi design makes pitching straightforward.
Worth the price: Much more affordable than other options.
Cons:
Size reality: Although marketed for up to six people, with the stove and inner tent AND kit, this would realistically fit 2-3 people.
Needs a good pitch: Pitching is straightforward on ideal ground but uneven ground makes it way more difficult
Initial smell: There is a noticeable “chemical” smell out of the bag but it did fade during use.
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| Camped on the uneven shore of Loch Lochy |
So what are my final thoughts? If you’re after a feature-packed hot tent without breaking the bank, the OneTigris Rock Fortress is hard to overlook. It’s spacious, capable in four seasons, and genuinely enjoyable with a stove inside. Although it may not match premium brands in every detail, and its advertised capacity is a bit optimistic - it’s a compelling choice and excellent value overall for casual campers, hunting trips, or winter adventures on a budget. The OneTigris Rock Fortress Hot Tent retails for $289.99 and the Mesh Inner Tent 04 retails for $123.50.
