Uploaded June 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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Here is a quick Look at the @oexoutdoors Rakoon 2.1 backpacking tent.

RRP £220 but can be found for as little as £100!

Pros:
Price
Spacious interior
Lots of solid inner fabric
Sturdy
Aluminium poles and pegs
Built for UK weather conditions

Cons:
No guy points on long sides
Inner pitch first
Large pack size
Not the lightest of tents

This is what they say:
Made with a lightweight, durable fabric and a waterproof flysheet the OEX Rakoon Il Person Tent will withstand wet windy weather. Made to a simple yet functional design using strong and flexible aluminium poles. The Rakoon Il has a fantastic Hydrostatic rating of 5000, internal storage pockets, lantern handing points and double entrances.

Lightweight
Durable ripstop fabric
Simple dome design - easy to pitch Ideal for backpacking and wild camping
Waterproof PVC flysheet - withstands heavy rain Aluminium poles - strong, flexible and lightweight Internal storage pockets Lantern hanging points
2 x zipped doors - entrances on both sides
2 x waterproof carry bags - share the load
Carry bag size: 52cm x 22cm x 13cm
Pitch time: 15 mins
Tent dimensions: 110cm x 225cm x 230cm
Weight: 2.76 kg
Colour: Olive
Hydrostatic rating: 5000