When you want a fast and easy to pitch tent, the Maximus 2 from Explore Planet Earth is the affordable option for lighter adventures.
The inner is made from 40G B3 high-density mesh which provides plenty of airflow, the floor is a 150D nylon oxford with a 4000mm PU water column rating for protection and the fly is constructed from 190T ripstop polyester with 4000mm rated PU coating to shield against the elements. This tent is simple and quick to pitch as it has a one-piece aluminium alloy 9.5 pole.
The interior accessory pockets make it super functional, and the reflective guy ropes also provide better visibility in low light conditions. Great for beginners on a budget, the Maximus 2 Tent from Explore Planet Earth provides shelter for two on your hiking expeditions.
Hi. I will be using a 2P hiking tent for motorcycle camping. I would choose the Zempire Zeus for sure but the packed size is just too big for my needs (52cm max and the Zeus is 58cm) So i'm choosing from Companion Pro2, this Maximus and the Spartan 2. Any feedback from the Snowys gurus?
G'day Craig,
You're right, there are a few options to chose from. The Zeus does have slightly longer packed length, which sounds as though it will rule it out. The other three are all great options, with the EPE tents having a slightly higher Waterhead rating on the fly and floor. The Pro Hiker 2 will give you the largest internal space and a slightly lower packed weight. Overall the Pro Hiker has been one of our most popular lightweight tents for a number of years, so that would be my recommendation.
The Maximus 2 didn't make the Snowys top 10 hiking tents for 2020 where the Spartan 2 did. Based on the number of reviews, the Maximus 2 (no reviews) seems to be a less popular tent than the Spartan 2. Is there any specific reason I would choose one over the other. Different pole design, but the 3 year warranty and bonus ground sheet is something the maximus has over the spartan 2. Any recommendations?
G'day Isabella,
The Maximus 2 was a brand new tent in 2019, so we've not had much feedback on these yet. The two tents have fairly similar specifications, however as you mention you get a slightly better warranty and the included groundsheet on the maximus. Overall we think both are great tents, with the Maximus being slightly better suited to conditions that require a little more ventilation.
There is no mention of a groundsheet being included in the add. Did I miss something?
G'day Craig,
When we first got the Maximus tents they listed they included a groundsheet, however, it turns out they didn't actually come with a groundsheet. We've since amended this on the product listing.
Hi Snowys. Can you check the actual sleeping area please as the listed size doesn't match with the floor plan as far as I can see. Thx
G'day Llew,
We've just got these tents in and have done some measuring for you. The sleeping area is 195cm x 120cm, we've just upgraded all of the specifications on the side now.
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