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Quick Take
The problem with using a standard backpacking tent for bikepacking isn't the tent itself — it's the vestibule geometry. Most backpacking tents have vestibules designed for a single pack and a pair of boots. Bikepackers arrive with panniers, frame bags, handlebar rolls, and sometimes a second set of bags for a partner. The standard Hubba Hubba NX vestibule simply doesn't accommodate that volume efficiently.
What's New
The other major innovation is the packed diameter. The standard Hubba Hubba NX packs to a 6-inch diameter — too wide for most handlebar rolls and many frame bags. 5 inches, achieved through a redesigned stuff sack and a slightly modified pole folding sequence. It's a small change that makes a significant difference in how you can carry the tent.
Key Features
- Freestanding double-wall design — pitches in under 5 minutes without stakes
- Dual vestibules redesigned for bikepacking gear storage — fits two sets of panniers
- Reinforced stake points rated for hard-packed gravel and pavement camping
- Packed diameter reduced to 4.5 inches — fits inside a standard handlebar roll
- DAC Featherlight NSL poles — same as Hubba Hubba NX for field-repair compatibility
- 20D ripstop nylon canopy with DuraShield coating — rated for 3-season use
Best For
- Loaded bike tourers and bikepackers on multi-day routes
- Cyclists who camp at established sites (campgrounds, hiker-biker sites)
- Couples or riding partners sharing a tent on tour
- Anyone who wants a freestanding tent that fits inside a handlebar roll
Not Ideal For
- Ultralight bikepackers — at 3 lbs 14 oz trail weight, lighter options exist
- Winter camping or 4-season use
- Solo bikepackers who don't need the second sleeping space
Price & Availability
$549.95 — $549.95 MSRP. Available at MSR dealers, REI, and BackpackingLight.com. Ships July 2026.
Specifications
Editor's Take
The Hubba Hubba Bikepack 2 fills a genuine gap in the market. It's the first tent from a major manufacturer that was designed from the vestibule out for bikepacking use. 95, it's priced at a premium — but MSR's build quality and the field-repair ecosystem justify the cost for serious tourers.
This article is based on official press release materials from MSR Press Room. View original press release