Tarp camping in a weather warning at Lints Tor. (Rab Sil Tarp 2)
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- Опубліковано 20 лют 2024
- 17.02.2024
A week prior, the forecast showed a calm night with 1 hour of drizzle, however it got worse every day that I looked, so changed that structure of the tarp and added more guy lines at home to be able to cope with added wind and rain. Making pancakes definitely cheered me up. Wind ended up moving more than was forecast, so by 0200 it was blowing the rain parallel, so through the entrance of the tarp, but had the Alpkit Elan Bivvy as well. Did struggle a bit to pitch due to uneven ground and wind direction, hence why it is more exposed than I would like. - Спорт
Thanks for this, you've given me more confidence to go out and camp in my tent, as the prospect of that in bad weather was scaring me but now I feel more at ease, if you can camp out in a tarp with a bivi :D and enjoy chocolate pancakes! haha awesome!
Good evening, that is lovely to hear, glad that is the case. As long you're prepared with the right kit you'll be fine, if in doubt it doesn't hurt to go with someone, or close to a way out e.g. car or home. I think I may need to do the pancakes again, defienitely worth it. Hope you have soem good camps/walks.
Rowan.
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Grew up on the edge of Dartmoor 40 odd years ago.
Love the place.
Now live high up in the Sierra Navada mountains in southern Spain.
Weather will still catch you out hey.
Ps i use a Nordic Sil Tarp and Rab bivvy. It's great.
tarp stayed up better than some tents seen on here.
It did yes, I was very pleased with how sturdy it was.
Dartmoor never fails to deliver! A good test of all your kit.👌🏻
Indeed, such a fabulous place. Yes it was, I was particularly impressed by how strong the tarp was in the wind. Thanks. Rowan.
Oh gosh, so that's Dartmoor! Brave wildcamping there! And you slept with some water seepage too. Thanks for taking us there.
That is Dartmoor for you. I did yes, hopefully next time I use the tarp the weather will be kinder to me. Not at all, thank you.
Good effort mate. You've inspired me to take some pancake mix on my camp this weekend. Good video 👍
Hi, that's nice to hear, hope it goes well. Thank you.
Bro congrats on the video. Almost 400 subscribers and this view is killing it with views!
Thank you, that one has gone a bit mad for some reason.
Smart idea my friend nice one cheers
Thanks for watching.
Looks bleak. Good for you! You look well sorted. 😊 pancakes...just the job!
Thank you, they definitely brightened it up.
nice filming. tarp goes good with that bivy. well done.
Thank you, and yes it is a good combination, blends in well too.
Great setup it's good to see people getting out in bad conditions well done
Thank you, I equally find it good fun to push myself and my gear, plus makes the good weather camps really rewarding.
Rowan miserable weather but it just goes to show that a tarp setup up properly will give you that respite needed in foul conditions. Well done m8 Liked and Subscribed
It does indeed, I was suprised how well it worked. If set up time was a concern then a tent would have been far easier and quicker, but I do enojoy the tarp when is raining.
Thank you for watching, glad you liked it. Rowan.
Good luck, I am following you from Algeria 🌹💪
Thank you, hope you enjoyed it.
Nice video , and some great use of your kit . Been thinking of the Alpkit bivi
Thank you. I got it a couple of years ago, it is nice bit of kit and falls betweeen a tiny tent and a bivvy, means it is quite roomy.
I enjoyed watching that. ❤ Thank you. I’m no expert but I enjoy a bit more commentary. You did it near the end about the poles. A bit more of that throughout and it would be perfect. I follow a Japanese weekend van lifer, he has millions of followers and he doesn’t talk. Tabie, look him up for some ideas.
Good afternoon, that's nice to hear, thanks. I may do one day (speak/throw a bit more of personal side to it), however for now I am just making the videos for the "experience" when I watch it back, it is how it felt when I was there. Thank for the feedback, that's not me saying no, just not for now I'm afraid. I will look into that, thanks. Any ideas and suggestions are always appreciated. Rowan.
Proper setup there bud, that was impressive how storm worthy you made that tarp with the simple addition of the 2 extra guylines on each pole. Stealing that idea for sure!
I tarp camp in snowy conditions and typically use trees and a ridgeline versus poles, and since I have the ridgeline going under my tarp (tarp rests on the ridgeline as support, prussiks attach tarp to ridgeline) I have veen wanting to try adding guylines going from the ridgeline in an A frame shape under the tarp. Kind of like roof rafters.
Good evening, thank you for that, it's nice to hear you found it useful-it really made a difference. Hope it work well for you.
I have still not got round to useing the tarp in snow (sounds fun though). I would imagine to help with snow loading those extra guylines from the ridgeline would have to be really taut/quite steep, but then you may not need them if it is steep? The idea would work well with wind I reckon, stops it being pushed it quite so far. Like I said I do not have any experience with tarps and snow, but can't hurt to try. Seems like a solid idea.
Wish you luck. Rowan.
Really enjoyed the video and fair play getting out in that weather. I would really have liked to hear some audio. Would like to hear your thoughts as the day progressed. Even explaining how you were going to set up for the night. Anyway, I'm no expert and I don't have a UA-cam channel, so just ignore me 😂 looking forward to watching your next one.
Good afternoon, it is nice to hear you liked it. One day I may introduce more audio (talking etc), however for now I am keeping them as simple as possible to keep it natural when I watch the back. That being said it is a possibility that I may start doing (would need to get a microphone sorted). I do really appriciate the feedback, it definetely helps. So thank you for that.
I will be starting work on the next video tommorow, just got back from filming it.
Thanks again. Rowan.
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During mytime in the army, while on exercise I was never able to sleep inside of our FV432, to much engine noise/radio chatter. I always slept outside under my poncho, no matter what the weather. On one exercise in Denmark it got down to -30°c, but inside my army maggot it was cosy.
Wow that is pretty chilly, as long as the wind is not blowing too strong/or in a sheltered spot they are great. Bit of peace and quiet was probably nice for you.
Muita chuva brother 🇧🇷
Just subscribed and I'm so glad I did, 😊 thankyou for taking me on your journey 😊
Not at all, thank you.
No condensation problems there then..)
Good robust set up.
No no, it has some pretty good ventilation going for it. It was suprisingly sturdy, especially with that wind.
Very interesting thank you.
Glad you liked it, thanks.
Lucky you had your bivvy with you, looks like your tarp turned into a wind tunnel during the night! You rigged it up well though to stand up to the wind, not much more you can do without a ridge line, especially in the middle of the night. Thanks for the video Rowan.
Indeed, was taking no chances when I saw the forecast kept changing. It did a bit yes, and I was tempted to alter it in the night, but it wasn't enough of an issue to warrant getting out of my warm sleeping bag. No worries, thank you.
I like your watch but can't figure out the brand? Great video, really enjoyed. Thanks for posting.
Hi, it is the CWC G10. Thank you for that, putting together another one today.
Mate thats so wild I was literally in Dartmoor the same day you were, but stayed for 3 days, the weather was brutal with those gusts and rain 😅
You could have been 20 feet in front of me and I woudn't have seen anyone, it was pretty foggy, not the best weather, but then that is Dartmoor for you. 3 days is good going, where abouts were you? Any recommendations? Thanks.
@RowanWildCamps Yeah probably was ahah, it was my first time in Dartmoor so had to do the classics High Willhays, Yes Tor and the surrounding areas towards Black-a-Tor Copse, but havent gotten too far due to the weather, however if you havent been to any of those then Id recommend, but maybe not in bad weather as I camped up at about 680m and omg the wind was absolutely pounding my tent, which knock on wood withstood everything Dartmoor threw at me.
Loved the vid btw, going to Dartmoor in such weather, and with a tarp, it takes massive balls, hats off sir, and keep posting more vids this was fun to watch :)
@@melonadegg I know where you mean, you really weren't far away then. Shame about the weather for you, the view on a good day is amazing. I was up at High Willhays about a month or so back, had 80mph winds majority of the night, glad your tent stood strong. Thank you, that is nice to hear. Got to say it's because I like a challenge. I will try too, looking at trying to get to Snowdonia next month.
Cheers, Rowan.
I really don't understand tarps? Doesn't it rain inside when the wind changes direction by 90°?
Sometimes, but it is usually ok depending on the tarp design and where you pitch it. Rain is also less of a problem if you take a bivvy with you, like I do.
Nice video 👍
Thank you.
That's not a pancake, mate. That's a tortilla.
Tortillas are dish made here in Spain.
They are made from eggs potatoes and onions if wanted.
They don't include a flour mixture, so no, he was not making tortilla in the slightest.
What size is your tarp and the make good test rain and wind great video
Good evening,
It is the Rab Siltarp 2. Dimensions are 2.4m x 3m (8' x 10') and weighs 494g/17.4oz.
16 external guy points and 1 central lifter point.
It was the worst conditions I have had that tarp in, I thought it performed really well.
Thanks for watching.
Rowan.
Whats the stove adapter that goes from gas can to burner, i like that idea its low on ground
Hi there, it is the MSR LowDown Remote Stove Adapter. It makes cooking much safer, can keep the stove out the tent but control the gas in the tent, it is far more stable being lower to the ground (makes a wind shield more effective too) and is easier to change the gas. Quite pricey for what it is, but it works well. Would make a good gift to someone or to treat yourself.
Hope this helps.
Rowan.
@@RowanWildCamps Perfect thank you very much ps i also have the soto set up
@@weebryan Sorry for the delay. It is the Soto Thermostack, price is a bit mad at the moment I got mine before covid when prices where more reasonable, but it is still good value, effectively 3 pots in 1 and other goodies.
gg mate
Would it not have been just as easy to erect a tent and be totally protected from the elements ??
What if the wind direction had changed ?
It would have been, but I wanted a challenge and to do something different. The wind direction did change in the early morning, not that it mattered as I had a bivvy.
How come you didn't pin it closer to the ground with all that wind? Or, make a three-sided tarp enclosure.
That was the design I wanted to use, it is unfortunate that the wind shifted more than were forecast. I might try a different structure next time.
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Is that your winter or summer?
Bit of both, I would say 95% of the kit I have I use year round, generally the only thing that changes come the summer is a lighter sleeping bag, shorts and leaving my down jacket behind or a change in shelter. Unless I do a superlight loadout, then there is drastically less. But I enjoy my creature comforts. If there is anything you want too see, let me know. Rowan.
Could be any time of year on Dartmoor.
Why didn't you use a tent that covered you on all 4 sides instead of just 2 sides?
Just wanted to try something different, hence the tarp. Obviously there are more comfortable shelter choices out there, but why not a tarp and bivvy?
Rowan it seems we can never get away from our mother's advice,,,haha seems people were very worried about you in comments
Does seem to be the case at times.
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That was an impressive tarp camp 😂 ive only ever tented on dartmoor not been there for a while but think i will get down there soon , maybe take a tarp and a tent 😅👍
Thank you. You definetly should go again, it is an amazing place as I'm sure you know. Take both, why not?
I took 2 tents with me recently up to Scotland, so I had the choice.
Thanks for the comment.
Rowan,
@@RowanWildCamps thanks I think will take both next time. I was going to attempt the Perambulation walk a while back ultralightish , but lockdowns came in , got sidetracked since. But yes if I can tarp on Dartmoor i can tarp anywhere me reckons 😅 a good confidence booster 👍
@@TheRst2001That's a shame, similar thing happened when attempting the Two Moors Way, I am hoping to do it in 1 hit this summer, also try a lighter set-up.
Near enough yes, it's amazing how strong some people are able to get tarp shelters, I'm by no means an expert on them, I know what works for me and that's it.
Glad to hear that.
Rowan.
@@RowanWildCamps 2 moors way looks good , been thinking to try a bikepack variation on that one . Have enjoyed watching yer vids cheers 👍
@@TheRst2001 That would be good fun too. Unfortunately, however much I would love too, I don't have the time/money to get into bikes. Notably mountain bikes.
Thanks for watching. Rowan.
never understood those expensive af wayfarer meals ......why not just bring your own homemade chilli out or a cheapo asda/aldi can and put half in a small tub with a boil in the bag rice ? only an extra 300grams ?
Hi, I can exactly see where you are coming from. That particular Wayfarer was given to me ages ago by a friend who doesn't like them. I will however continue to get some from of ready to eat meal like Wayfarer or Real Turmat for times when I am disorganised with food prep I know I can just grab something and go. Also, I had a lot left over from a long trip I planned ut unfortunatley could not go on. I will also use dehydrated meals for bad weather camps/walks or long distance that I plan to do quickly, e.g if I were walking for longer than 15hrs they are just convenient and easy. If I can I do try to take whole foods/homemade food, but other times I won't.
Hope this sort of helps. Rowan.
Honestly, I don't understand any of this. Stay at home.
@@neilmccartney4119😂 I do get it, but this made me laugh.
Yes, we spent centuries making civilisation for some of us to abandon it. The reason I do it is, it can be fun (yes really), it’s a way of grounding myself, to be thankful for the comforts of civilisation. One also gets to be privy to some spectacular visuals when the weathers right.
Cus they are simple. Delivered to your door. Chuck em in hot water. Job done…no prep, heat and eat.
You should have reduced the length and closed one end up
Hi, yes I did consider it, but by that point I was tucked up nicely in my bivvy and my kit was all in dry bags. I thought about losing a pole and having the (eventual) windward side flush with the ground. Perhaps a different pitch design needs to take place next time. Thanks for the idea though. Rowan.
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I suspect videos about camping where there is no good scenery, perhaps no natural predators, and no talking is an acquired taste even among people who generally like videos about camping
Hi, I can see why, and maybe one day I might change it up and do something else. But for now I am going to keep them in an extremely simple way recording. If however there is something you think I should work on or just would like to see, please don't hesitate, I would like to know.
Thanks. Rowan.
You need a microphone muffler
I am working on that for future videos, both audio and image quality. Thanks for the feedback, hopefully it will be a noticible difference when I change things.
Why do you tubers film themselves walking past their own camera? Its so annoying to watch as we know you then have to go back to get your camera! Wish you would all stop doing that as its pointless!
That is the first time I have ever done that, and I am experimenting with different styles/angles. Thanks for the feedback.
It’s footage from a groundhog’s camera. 😂
@@RowanWildCampsIt's fine, a standard film technique 👍
It's a good shot.. I like those.
@@RowanWildCampsI think it's a good technique
This is idiotic, getting caught in an unexpected storm is one thing, knowingly putting yourself in a position that could easily waste tens of thousands of pounds of taxpayers money on a recovery mission or worse you dont make it, is moronic
Not to be rude, but have you watched the video? I was able to make coffee and pancakes, not once was I in harms way. I always take the necessary precautions, and have back up plans in place. If you think I was ever in danger, please state the moment that it is. Thanks.
@@RowanWildCamps the whole time, you only have to turn an ankle and you have to put someone else at risk to come and get you