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@SoparinKielr in this case I had the end vents open but there wasn't much wind. I have just bought a Soulo which has worse ventilation still. But I would rather be in a warm, damp tent than a cold dry one. As we head into spring I will use mesh doors and keep the main door slightly open too but in midwinter I am happy to live with a damper environment so long as it is warm.

@mokotramp Wow that must have been a cold night! Lovely isn't it, not many people about but great views

@mokotramp Haha, I will be honest, I have had some QC issues with the Abisko and it is being repaired. I have a Hilleberg Soulo now, first outing coming up soon. I do a lot of mountain camping in Wales and for me the Soulo is just a kind of insurance policy that everything should be OK on the mountain top. If all else fails I can sell it for 80 per cent of the new price but will see how it goes. Phoxx are great, as are Jack Wolfskin- they perform well above their price point.

The Soulo appears a fantastic shelter, and for your type of camping in the mountains is justifiable! I've got a week's worth of bikepacking in June from Conwy to Swansea, through Snowdonia, across the Cambrians and Breacons. I'm hoping my little Lanshan 1 can cut it! I can grab an Abisco for 450, but given you've had issues I think I'll give it a miss! What exactly went wrong with it? Must admit I am tempted with a Hilleberg Enan! 😂 ​@@hedleythorne

@mokotramp an that bikepacking sounds absolutely amazing! The Lanshan is a great tent. The issues U had in my Abisko were the stitching coming undone on the inner, forming a hole above the door and also a tiny tear in the flysheet. Once repaired though it should all be fine, still a great tent. Undecided whether to keep it or sell it.

​@@hedleythorneSort of leaves a bitter taste in your mouth, not the sort of thing you expect from a premium shelter. Hilleberg all the way I guess! 👍 Yeah, I did half the route last year, but had to cut it short due to adverse weather. It's the Sarn Helen way, around 400km and 10,000m of elevation. It's beautiful but brutal!

@mokotramp subscribed in the hope that you'll have it on UA-cam

@SoloSarahBX You are so right! I just cannot wait to get it out there- Dartmoor in 2 weeks, already writing the video! Keep up your inspirational work, loved the Winnats Pass camp video- somewhere I need to see someday.

@ thank you so much ☺️ I have just subbed to your channel and look forward to catching up. I would absolutely love Dartmoor 🥰 have the best time testing your bomb shelter and I hope you give it a name…Hillary after Sir Hillary if you were wondering 😂

@SoloSarahBX I called it "Temu" to make it look cheap to my wife. She didn't fall for it, so I may need to live in it now...! Thanks for subbing, already subbed to you and look forward to your next video. -Heds

@ ha ha! Hedley, us women have special powers as I’m sure you know and joint accounts 🤣 I somehow got gifted my Soulo for my 40th Birthday! Play ya cards right next time like I did 😝🤜🤛

@SoloSarahBX I am doing it all wrong and need guidance! My wife definitely has special powers.

@@hillenthusiast thanks, will try to remember that. Now you mention it, Petra Hilleberg herself says it how you do.

@ I said it how you did for years until I found out

@bgtrev will do, thanks. Fitting the footprint soon and so will check then.

@peterrobertson8141 Touring in microlights sounds like an incredible life experience! Wow! Yes each person to their own tent. It has taken a little refining to get here but this one seems to be the most suitable one for my purposes, time will tell. This model hasn't changed much since 2007 and I find that quite endearing, perhaps proof of it's design. Next adventure, all being well, Dartmoor! Thanks so much for commenting Peter. -Heds

@VintageClips-rf7kt I think so yes. Hopefully it will do me well

@joinmeoutdoors thank you so much James! I may revisit THAT ledge on Cribyn again with it, but I feel the maiden outing will be somewhere delightfully remote in deepest Dartmoor. I am so excited to use it!

@hedleythorne The world is your oyster now! And making a habit of taking extra pegs/stakes "just in case" can give some extra peace of mind. As you said in your vid - in strong winds, you can separate those guys out. In 50+ mph winds I've ended up separating AND double-staking, so I had in excess of 20 pegs holding me down in the end. Not all tents provide the capacity to get so much metal in the ground! You will have a great time using it, I'm sure 💪

@joinmeoutdoors I carry four 9 inch heavy duty pegs with me which will go on the upper windward and upper side guylines if things get a bit gusty. Ultimately I should get delta anchors I think. My camping mate Warren has extra guys and a shipping rope on his black label version. Maybe he expects Putin to press the red button...?

@hedleythorne Maybe the Putin rope is set to be the hottest tent mod of 2025? 😅

@Paul-eu9jp thanks Paul. Lots.of adventures ahead!

@TheSummitexplorer69 looking forward to your video then! I take 4x 9 inch pegs for the windward side and will use the spare 4 for doubling up other guys. I check the MET Office app for changes in wind direction so should always manage footbox end to the wind. Thanks for watching!

@garyh3228 Yes the Vern is being supplied with 10 inch poles now. I have ordered a footprint for the Soulo now- I have ordered from Quintcraft who make really nice ones. Yes the setup video shows that the longer poles are inserted first and so I will stick to that method. Thanks so much for watching

@@davidberlanny3308 hmmm I may take onions next time then!

@littlegrandadoutdoors Thanks for commenting. Since that Vern failure video they have now provided 10mm poles and I think it is a lot stronger. I think the Soulo is a sound investment though and should last well. My Abisko Lite 1 is currently away for fabric repairs- I love it but the 20D fabric and inner tent is just a little too flimsy and brittle. Once repaired though, I will probably keep it so I can take my sons camping. In fact summer may be too hot for the Soulo anyway so best I hang onto the Fjallraven anyway. Thanks for watching

@hedleythorne I think I will get the vern 1....i use the lanshan 2 for summer , am thinking about getting the durston dome tent for summer though , it weighs about the same as the lanshan ... actually I think I have to stop buying tents, it's addictive...Take care out there.

@littlegrandadoutdoors the number of tents you should own is represented by the equation "N+1"(N being the number you already own) 😉. Seriously though, the Vern is sound- push the end poles in a little and tighten the straps (Fellman Dave's video) and it will take serious gale force winds. Just a little too big for my use as I camp among rocks.

@@davie941 thank you so much for watching. Sorry it wasn't my usual adventures but the next one should be!

@@shazzied72 No. No no no no no shan't. Haha

@hedleythorne 😝

@GoingSoloOutdoors Thank you so much for the information, your channel is utterly super - I mentioned it on my recent Wessex Ways podcast in particular relation to your amazing cooking. Agree that Hillibergs are always the benchmark and that, alongside the ridiculously high resale prices, was a driver for buying it. That said, there was a little domestic backlash and I think that if I owned six, I would be permanently living in them...! I cannot wait to get this pitched "in anger" and spend my first night in it. Coming from the Abisko Lite 1 I am used to a compact tent, but it will now be good to enjoy headroom as well. Thanks as ever -Heds

@Olan... thanks, I have just ordered a Quinton footprint (full) as I have heard good things about them. Watched your video about the Soulo (already subbed) and thanks for subbing back. First outing with this should be Dartmoor!

@Fellmandave1 I was really worried that I may lose your subscription Dave and I am glad that I haven't, but I promise that I'm not a complete hilly fan boy and continue to admire the excellent Norwegian tents. Personal experience with the Soulo with Warren and smaller footprint confirmed this purchase for me.

@hedleythorne I've nothing against Hillebergs at all Hedley . It's just the bigots I can't be doing with. The subscription is safe!

@Fellmandave1 I am disgusted at some of the comments from some. Agree Hillebergs are great tents (hence my purchase) but I cannot stomach some commenters slating anyone who reviews a different brand. The Internet is filled with idiots.

@@philipbellew9645 thanks for watching! I feel ready to take it to Dartmoor...

@bbbolty8112 the Storm Star 2 is equally at battleship in the wind, that is two premium shelters you will be out in there.

Thanks. Let's see whether it lives up the the hype eh.

@Linleys agree about the footprint, it transformed by Abisko. It is on order from Quintcraft

@steveoutdoors6522 My grown up's tent!

@@Twin_Peaks_Outdoors I can't wait to use it. Just seen the Bushman and Blue video where he and Kris crammed into a Soulo in a stormy whiteout on Blencathra! First pitch for mine will be Dartmoor. Thanks for watching

It is a win/win situation- I could sell it for a high price, or if not it may last me for decades! Agree there was a little "domestic shock" at the price but this feels like a solid purchase. Thanks again for watching! Next excursion should be Dartmoor again. -Heds

@Chilternwildcamper my Abisko Lite 1 has rips in both fly and inner and I don't know how, that is being sent off. This new tent is stronger, better in wind and you can sit up in it. Watch this space shortly...

@hedleythorne I've ordered a Durston Dome as I like a freestanding so excited for April.

@Chilternwildcamper sounds like a great idea, I am watching a video about that tent right now. I LOVE new tent day!! My video of the unboxing goes live in a few minutes at 6pm (pity UA-cam can't show that new tent smell!)

@WyeExplorer thank you so much Mark. This woods are rather special, such an ancient feel to them.

@@hedleythorne A pleasure Hedley. Yeah, they're good woods sessile oaks. Always got an atmosphere. Have a good week ahead.

@CourtAboveTheCut And even that was wrong haha! Maybe it's my dodgy camera...

@TheSummitexplorer69 thank you so much Karl. It is my dream to camp in the Lake District, maybe later this year now I have the new tent. Appreciate you watching and commenting, all the best. -Heds

@@TheSummitexplorer69 Maybe. Just maybe...

@@hedleythorne 😮😉😎👍

@@hedleythorne 😮😎😉👍 Oooo nice look forward to the video, Your latest video is in my watch list having a UA-cam catch up this weekend. 😁

@TheSummitexplorer69 thank you so much, I really hope that you enjoy it. We got caught by the farmer but he was a nice chap. I am still new at this but giving it everything that I can, inspired by more established film makers such as yourself.

@ I’m no film maker Hedley I’m still learning the ways of UA-cam, but thanks for the kind comment. 🙏👍 Watching your video now pal.

@SoparinKielr other chinks in the armour... a hole has developed at the top of the inner tent zip at the stitching. Fjallraven have referred me to the vendor who is yet to respond. I will cover this in a future video I think.

@peterrobertson8141 thank you so much. Dartmoor is really, really special in places and it is about getting the right area really as in other places it is very remote. My son and I did a super little walk around this area yesterday in amazing weather. That mustard stunt made for an uncomfortable hour afterwards...

Thank you so much for watching. Yes it was a challenge in that persistent rain! I have uploaded several more adventures since this video, one with worse weather even!

It always pays off doesn't it

@@KieCamps thanks, I just love The Last Kingdom, and as it was set partly in these hills I couldn't resist using the music.

@@hedleythorne What a series 👏🏻 My name is Uhtred, son of Uhtred!

@KieCamps He had more women than anyone I know. And they all died haha

@ 🤣

@arthuredeson3824 thank you so much! Yes we were very fortunate with the farmer, he was a lovely chap. I don't think that I could camp there again though, unless I got his permission.

@Endless_Spiral thank you so much for watching, it was great fun

Keep up your amazing work (although don't burn yourself out either 😂)

@barryballard1408 haha I'll take that, thank you so much Barry. Once again camping with Mr Linleys360 was an absolute joy. I wouldn't have done this one alone.

@@hedleythorne Thanks Hedley. Just seen Allotment Fox’s footage of P&R’s Studio opening event. Blimey! I haven’t seen that many celebrities together at the same time since the Band Aid video. That would explain all the local security-related road closures recently.

@barryballard1408 haha! It was so good meeting everyone in the flesh. Tom is super and had agreed to come into the podcast.

It was a bit parky! Great to meet you by the way- now I realised that I hadn't seen your recent videos as I wasn't subscribed - not sure why. I am now!

@ haha no problem, I’ve got a new channel coming soon. There might be chance of a cross over if your ever be interested in a collab

@@CourtAboveTheCut I'd be thrilled to do a collab!

@@hedleythorne amazing. I’ll be setting it up in the next few weeks but it’ll be a few more until I’m ready to make proper content for it.

@CampLifeBushcraft I stole both the beer idea and the music idea from you... blatant plagurisation of a successful channel! But yes I enjoy the music and, I say hesitantly, the beer. Warren is wearing a black arm band until I go back to real ale. I used "Dude Where's My Horse' in my previous video too on Dartmoor

@hedleythorne it's a great end tune!

Hey James, thank you so much! Yes getting out in the night for a comfort break turns into a major operation in these temperatures! On the plus side, I have felt comparatively warm since this camp...! Cheers- Hedley

@@hedleythorne 😊😊👍👍

I'd love to try and rope you into one of my Hills and Hillforts videos this year if you're up for that? I have Liddington on my list...

@Chilternwildcamper such a wonderful ancient area this part of The Ridgeway, it must be hard finding a pitch along it with a tent sometimes.

@hedleythorne there's a wide part I found which was great last April. I returned last Summer but the grass was up too long and abit yucky but there's bits of woods around just off the Ridgeway to camp. I always feel legit camping off the Ridgeway as I can look like a long distance walker! I'm camped by it tonight, just west of Chequers!

@@Chilternwildcamper ooh I may look into that area then! Thanks

@davidberlanny3308 thank you so much for watching, love the "bluenoser" term! You popped up in conversation today at the Whitewick Studios opening party!

@@Jazzshots thank you so much! Appreciated