At a glance Plusses: Light for its class, comfortable, quick to pitchMinuses: Flimsy pegs, not the sturdiest three-season tent in high winds 1470g / 2.7m2 Features: The most notable feature of the 2022 Hubba Hubba is the Easton Syclone poles, made from an unspecified composite. They have a carbon ‘look’ and are said to be […]
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Mark Watson
Wilderness gear editor Mark Watson divides his workdays between graphic design, writing and photography. His passion for tramping, climbing, cycling and storytelling has taken him all over Aotearoa and the world in search of great trails, perfect moves and epic light. He has published four books and his photographs have featured in numerous publications. Especially motivated by long distance travel, he has tramped Te Araroa and cycled from Alaska to Tierra del Fuego.
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