Extreme Weather Peak District Wild Camp with Paul Messner. Helm Compact 1 tent.

Fantastic Wild Camp with Paul Messner.
Paul has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to camping equipment.
Check out Pauls channels here:
/ @paulmessner
Podcast channel: / @messneroutdoors
My tent was the Helm 1 Compact by Wild country, well impressed with this tent, it stood up no problems to heavy gusts and rain, totally water proof!
The panoramic photo's were taken with my Nikon D7500 DSLR with 50mm prime lens, all hand held in portrait mode and stitched together in Lightroom.
I have no idea how big the final file size was but it was big!
Other camera's used were Gopro Hero7 Black and Gopro Hero 10
Music used in this video is all from the KZbin audio library:
Dramatic series theme by Freedom trail studio
Final Girl by Jeremy Blake
Earth Appears by Brian Bolger
Hologram by Bobby Richards

[@PaulMessner]

Brilliant Sandy.thoroughly enjoyed that but more so getting to spend some time with you again. A true gent. Thanks for taking the time to visit my part of the world. See you soon

[@WiltshireMan]

This camp certainly didn't disappoint Paul, I enjoyed every minute of it. Fantastic. Thanks for showing me your neck of the woods. What a stunning place. The company was alright too:) Beers are on me next time!

[@PaulMessner]

You’ve brought so many smiles to my face over the years Sandy and have been a big inspiration to myself and many others. A true gentleman

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks Paul, Also have enjoyed your videos and reviews. Whenever I'm on the lookout for a new piece of kit I always do a search on your channel to see if it's there:)

[@pootlingalong8928]

15:40 “Moments like this are real treasures”. So are your videos, thank you so much for the time and work you put into recording these moments and sharing them with us. I’m subscribed to you and Paul so I’ll catch up with his podcast and video in due course. That little tent is proving good and sturdy. 👍🏻🙂

[@WiltshireMan]

For the money the Helm is a great tent

[@shogun666able]

Epic Sandy with your hips and legs the way forward for everyone as I am sure your in some pain but still out there doing it. I don't know that tent but it looks to do the job with severe weather thrown at it. Keep in up Sandy even if your wife thinks your mad.

[@Andyb2379]

Its also pretty amazing how a thin sheet of material ‘tent’ can literally make the difference between life & death. Imagine those conditions without one. You’d be in pretty bad shape wouldn’t you.

[@WiltshireMan]

Tents are amazing Andy

[@genelucky4002]

Sorry to hear your new boots are not waterproof. Because I bought a pair also! Water proof for you for nearly 500 miles though maybe. I will switch to Armadillo boots at first of year. Best regards

[@danielgornall5643]

I walk the pennine way in 1976 with my haven't been back since we had wainwrights Companion and my dad filled the daily log in the back make good reading

[@christopherhinton6456]

not that much different from whiltshire.

[@Shewie01]

Character building that one Sandy lad, welcome to the glorious bleak district, sorry you didn't get the views

[@TonyHobbs]

That weather at end looks miserable 😅 why on earth do we do it 😂

[@WiltshireMan]

We do it for the experience Tony:)

[@johnalley3404]

Hi Sandy, went to Kinder Downfall last Saturday 10th Nov for a one night wild camp . beautiful day, but Sunday was like yours wet windy and an icy tent. Great place, wonder full scenery.Hope you dropped into the Nags head for a pint and sausage and mash. Great video as always

[@WiltshireMan]

Sausage and Mash sounds lovely but we ended up in the cafe. Maybe next time

[@everyoneknowsadave3580]

Hopefully Helm Tents give Paul and you a check for all the free advertising you’re giving them 😂 four season inners are awesome .. I did a temperature test on a cold weather trip I did and there was a 20F differential inside to outside (25F to 45F ) which made sleeping bearable with a 20 degree bag and a down blanket …. Awesome collaboration thanks for sharing 👍👍

[@DavWalker-zu6hh]

Total respect my friend....never stop ❤️

[@bromptinowner763]

OMG Sandy did you get any sleep that night at all ??

[@barryconway]

Enjoyed that: W.M. in a Tent! But crikey, that little Helm 1 does the job - never heard anyone say anything otherwise, but it’s a little ‘coffin-like’ for my tastes. The upside of that, presumably, being that it heats up quickly. Looks like you and Mr. Messner need to do a Spring/Summer camp if you ever want to “have a chat”. (o: Thanks for bringing this to us.

[@WiltshireMan]

Barry, you hit the nail on the head, it is small but it is also Warm!

[@neilwilkinson5415]

That was great Sandy. Really enjoyable viewing. I think you captured the severity of the elements, and it felt like we were there with you braving the wind and rain. Many thanks.

[@MadDogsandEnglishman]

It was pretty extreme! I would have liked to have seen a discussion between the 2, I guess the weather was put paid to that. Sandy is my older brother.

[@mischef18]

Not seen the hills around Edale since the camps in that farmers paddock that were very popular bro. Ya made a great video even though it was a tad stormy. Safe travels. Ken.

[@SuperGaryturner]

Fantastic tent i have the helm 2 for backpacking and 3 for my motorcycle trips.love them. great content lads

[@christopherhinton6456]

there tough in yorkshire.

[@christopherhinton6456]

did you put in the extra pegs sandy.

[@fraserconnell21]

Heyup Sandy😊. I'm with you on chucking the mackerel into your pot thingy😋😋. Great video and we still often revisit your west Highland way trilogy of films, magic. Your hexav4 tipi tent impressed so much that I bloody bought one myself. Magic😁👍🏼

[@WessexBladesHandMadeKnives]

Great time, you brought some Wessex weather with you as well!

[@WiltshireMan]

We sure had some "Wessex weather" Scott :)

[@gcljohn]

He could hardly hear a word you said. I suppose you could have signalled him with an Aldiss Lamp. 🙂

[@angelanicholls9647]

Brrrrrrrrrrr 🥶, well done to both of you, I feel like a frozen penguin 🐧 watching you both. 🥶 You need to come to The Longdendale Valley here in the summer ☀️ near me, fabulous video, 📷 with beautiful scenery. 🌳 🍃 🍂 🍁 Watch you don't have any falls today, Sandy. 😩 Look forward to your next one.❤

[@WiltshireMan]

Glad to say Angela I didn't have a fall but did slip a few times:) I will have to do some research into the Longdendale valley, it sounds lovely

[@andrewcrofts531]

Welcome to Derbyshire!! Great video Sandy. An amalgamation of two of my favourite KZbin r's. This area is right on my doorstep and is beautiful. It can be a steady walk out or a challenging night on the hills. Hope you enjoyed it and will visit again sometime. Cheers and keep safe pal.

[@WiltshireMan]

I will definitely be back for more Andrew, what a lovely place:) I wish it was nearer

[@Thexaios]

"There's a rock." I don't know why, but the delivery of that line just killed me. 😂

[@WiltshireMan]

Hahaa, it was funny, just came out of my mouth

[@jamesgreig4805]

Wrong time of year for up there but yous stuck it out well😊

[@noginnog]

Cheers Sandy, I enjoyed that one very much. How much did the little pump cost, I'm asking for a friend...

[@WiltshireMan]

Hi Rich, they are not very expensive, around £20 I think. Make life easy when it comes to inflating a camp bed

[@PaulKazLily]

Good Man, I was really hoping you would obey the 5 second rule and you did. Thumbs up! Great weather

[@Andyb2379]

Fantastic video this one, I had been look forward to this one. Pleased to report that you wouldn’t have caught me up there in those conditions. I did have a little chuckle to myself as Paul’s very expensive tent looked like a dying pregnant cow on its last knockings thrashing about. My hat goes off to you both, for what you do to bring us this great content. Cheers to you both 🍻

[@WiltshireMan]

The conditions were Ruff Andy. I had a ball:)

[@TonyHobbs]

Haha great to hear you both say no rush 😅 I'm probably the slowest laziest camper out there to get moving 😂 I definitely only crawl out after ten yard arms 😅

[@janvanoverdijk8116]

Hey Sandy , wat een prachtig mens ben je toch ... super video weer !!! ik hoop dat jij weer genoten hebt ... grtz. Janneman from Holland !!

[@sdferh]

That would drive me mad ! , but fair play to ya 👍

[@garryruggiero3559]

You guys are a great stay safe Garry ,Raleigh Nc USA

[@ddot2016]

The peaks are my local hills and I like to go up for a walk when a storm is forecast. I'm glad you could experience Kinder in winter Sandy it's great pitting your knowledge and gear against nature.

[@WiltshireMan]

You sure have some wonderful hills :)

[@davida7619]

Excellent video again Sandy, enjoyed the watch.👍

[@johnfiler6448]

So pleased you enjoyed your camp Sandy with Paul in the Peak District. Your video was excellent. Thank you and Stay Safe.

[@stuoutdoors1961]

Brilliant video of a fantastic looking camp, well done for putting up with mother nature, and staying up beat, I really like the helm tent and the other wild country tents, I've reviewed one the smaller tents and for the money it's fantastic. Looking forward to your next video, ta Stu.

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks Stu, I am very pleased with my Helm 1

[@restdayrider]

Brilliant Sandy, proper wild camping! Where did you acquire the blue foot for the has stove?

[@neilwilkinson5415]

I got my one from Alpkit if it helps.

[@WiltshireMan]

Hi Charlie, You can have it, I have another one. Are you going for the rideout breakfast on Saturday? If so I'll bring it along

[@restdayrider]

@@WiltshireMan oh thank you! I'm at the NEC on sat, just keep it for me. 😊

[@welshrambler1893]

That was some adventure Sandy and a good demonstration of your kit. Videos like yours must be a boon for equipment manufacturers where they get free publicity in fairly extreme conditions that show you can buy moderately priced kit to keep you safe and dry. They ought to send you a case of wine as a thank you. 🤩Regards Keith

[@WiltshireMan]

That would be nice:) The Helm tent does represent good value

[@lacey945]

❤" Always trust your instruments" . Doctor Spock was a child psychologist, Mr Spock was the science officer of the Starship Enterprise. Enjoyed the video!

[@WiltshireMan]

Yes I was aware of my mistake after I said it. I was "Illogical"

[@TheRamblingsofBry]

Lovely place, and your photo of the valley was incredible. Fancy pushing your mate over, just coz you usually end up in the dirt haha.... Sod going out in the cold, wind and rain...not for me these days! Made me cold just watching haha

[@WiltshireMan]

Hahaa. Bry, if it's nice photo's you want just wait til the next video, I have a dog walk with photography, I think you will enjoy it. Yes this was a chilly camp but once snuggled up it was great. I loved it:)

[@michaelcase8574]

A wild night indeed Sandy. It could have been worse, clear and much colder.

[@kennethpetry805]

Sandy I've been waiting for a rainy camp. Another great video and good to see Paul again.

[@FlyingHaggisFilms]

Great adventure Sandy, can't beat a stormy night to centre the soul. Beautiful terrain and good beer too, atb. Harry

[@anfieldroadlayoutintheloft5204]

good vid on the channel of your camping trip with frends keep up the good vids thanks lee

[@iohann.bab.7042]

Very nice place and colors, here is still summer weather,we change climate conditions extremely fast.

[@kevinsmith-kz1kd]

Another great video Sandy. Great information and advice. Being ex-mil having a shelter is so moral boosting. Sound advice as always. Take care geez

[@Philhellene1]

I came across your site via Paul's Sandy. I enjoy your presentation and choice of Cornish beer!

[@davidbarnfield9849]

I have been long fan your videos Sandy, but why do you remove your written comments,, by time i see start to read you Erase them. Waste blxxdy time putting them up. Dave B Thailand. First time I've ever made Negative comment on you tube.

[@roberttolley5055]

Hey buddy I picked up forcett 2 man, 76.00 us, I'm hoping to set up soon.

[@peterking3563]

Brilliant video, thoroughly entertaining and informative as per usual. Thanks again.

[@bjuppill6135]

It is a great point you have highlighted. As an Aussie camper we do not have ready access to products like Durston - Ill have a look at doing an international order. I am a big believer in supporting the people that work hard to increase options for quality outdoor products, and the old say "you get what you pay for". It would be great if import tariffs could be applied to protect local product, but in the age of "order anything from anywhere" this is probably too hard. Great videos Ive been following your channel for a while.

[@gerardmcglinchey5779]

Can i ask what camera you using

[@WiltshireMan]

For the photo's I use a Nikon D7500 and video is Gopro

[@billhambelton7698]

A very enjoyable watch Sandy. Especially from the comfort of my sofa. Im very impressed with your Helm1.

[@JackalOutdoors]

Excellent video Sandy and loved the content. I will be back out wild camping in my Helm 1 compact this weekend hopefully for my channel.

[@WiltshireMan]

The Helm is a great tent:) You'll be fine in that

[@zdenekoldrichmarek2867]

💢🤟

[@stevec-b6214]

`with the tent door open I was beginning to get a bit chilly` - priceless! - then you open a nice cold can of beer. what thickness leather is your skin made of? I just bought a helm 2 compact, so this camp ticked all my boxes.

[@whoarewe7515]

Beautiful. Loved the 360.

[@Homeallday]

Brilliant Sandy loved this.❤

[@borisvondoofenschmirtz3488]

Get yourself a pair of crispi highland boots, your feet won’t get wet with them on.

[@darrenjones5885]

So many paths and steps laid with stone dropped from helicopters. The accuracy with which they can lay a path from a helicopter is amazing. Even the ancient Egyptians couldn’t have done better 😁

[@campfire52]

Fabulous hike and campout Sandy. The weather was far from desirable but you guys were definitely well prepared for what it brings you. I'll bet that it was a very good feeling to get your shelters all set up so that you could just relax and let the weather play outside while you just sat and listened to the rain and wind pound the sides of your tents. A mesmerizing experience for certain. Thanks as always for the very entertaining and interesting video my friend. It is always very much appreciated. See you on the next one.

[@WiltshireMan]

The weather was perfect Terry:)

[@campfire52]

@@WiltshireMan 🤣

[@colinmcnally5931]

As your there drinking your beer, I went upstairs to switch on my electric blanket :) Warm n snug tonight!!

[@WiltshireMan]

Yes, it sure is nice to be snug and warm in bed Colin:)

[@ohforfxcksake]

Maybe a walkie talkey in each tent so you could have a chat 😉

[@WiltshireMan]

That would be a great idea, I have a couple here:)

[@widgybushcraft7998]

Great adventure again, must get myself out again…. Take care

[@WiltshireMan]

Yes Widgy, get out there mate. I hope your keeping well

[@OldBlindDougArtist]

Good video Sandy, way too wet for this old man.😂😂😂😂

[@neilfields5914]

Your only 2 miles from me here and close to the other jacobs ladder I told you about. Walk my dog there every day. Good video as usual.

[@WiltshireMan]

Neil you are so fortunate to have this on your doorstep

[@neilfields5914]

Pinch myself every morning sandy. Also wild country use to make tents close by in a village called tideswell

[@bolleolympus]

👌👌👍👍❤❤

[@Trekon2]

Great video Sandy, I bet your nose was cold, nice to see you on top form even in that weather 👏👋

[@WiltshireMan]

Yes it was! Hahaa

[@bigmike0018]

Great video mate keep them coming

[@chrissteer9215]

Nice to see you up our part of the country often come here with my Himalayan it’s great to be out testing the elements great video Sandy

[@WiltshireMan]

It's a beautiful part of the world thats for sure Chris

[@deenunya7735]

Great Vid Sandy

[@RobertsBulgaria]

This is the problem with your Fair Weather Campers, no sense of adventure.😉😂🤦‍👍👌

[@WiltshireMan]

I agree with that Robert:)

[@TonyHobbs]

Nice one Sandy I'll watch this during the evening

[@WiltshireMan]

We will have to have a Dartmoor and or Brecon camp soon Tony

[@TonyHobbs]

@@WiltshireMan absolutely 💯 ❤️

[@TacBlades]

Awesome vid sandy really enjoyed that one.

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks Gary, it was a really nice camp. I hope to visit the beacons soon:)

[@l.v.i.bushcraftandsurvival6692]

Great trip Sandy. You’re looking your fit old self again. The tent looked to hold up well- move over Hilleberg lol… Though I have an eye for the Hilleberg Soulo black, my Snugpak Bunker has always been a solid performer. Nothing tests kit like bad weather, but I like bad weather- nearly dozed off here listening to your rain! Cheers mate. 👍🏻

[@WiltshireMan]

Hi Nicholas, hope you are well. The Soulo is a solid tent but just ab bit too expensive for me, I would love one though. Maybe one day

[@wheelssleaford268]

Sandy as a long time subscriber of the same age may I ask have you considered investing in top notch heated clothing. I ride my Himalayan with a Keis vest connected to bike which keeps me toasty warm. When I walk in the hills I use the Keis 5200mha battery pack which on low vest setting gives 9hrs of heat. More than enough for a full days walk or in your case keep you warm in your sleeping bag all winter. I’m not advertising for them but occasionally in life you do actually get what you pay for. Any thoughts?

[@WiltshireMan]

You need to watch a video I did a week or two back on my channel kzbin.info/www/bejne/gH3dn2iBoNupecUsi=-RJSKY2iA5UsnPpN

[@MsDenver2]

How far did you both walk ? 😊

[@WiltshireMan]

Not far Donna, maybe only 5 or 6 miles in total but it was all up and all down:)

[@daveandemmaoutdoors3171]

Have the Oex evo 200 and 400 . Brilliant bags . Also work with the helm 2 and on solo camps my sc1 .

[@WiltshireMan]

The OEX sleeping bags are great value Dave and your Helm tent is unlikely to fail provided you pitch it well and in a good spot

[@bobphillips2188]

South Wales hills are Fans, pron. van, sometimes ban, ref. Ben/Beinn and Bhein (bh pron. as v) in Scotland. That's the 'Celtic' thing for you. I know. Just ask! You're welcome (blame all these comments on illness and a lot of Old Pulteney 12 year old.....)

[@WiltshireMan]

Haa the 12 year old single malt sounds good

[@JanetHolland-cq5zl]

YAK GLAD YOU DIDN'T INVITE ME TO DINNER,

[@ronpowell6372]

Hi Sandy cracking post. Thank you and I hope you enjoyed northern hospitality. Good review on the compact 1. I did consider it for weight for both my cycling and walking treks but opted for the compact 2 as the little bit of extra weight the extra vestibule and internal space is far better and gives you you a bit more comfort to spread out. Plus I’m a tosser n turner in my sleep so I’d probably end up de-pegging the compact1 . Keep posting Sandy …love watching your channel Merry Christmas and look forward to more of your adventures R

[@WiltshireMan]

It was really great up there, the Helm2 is probably a better tent but the one thing for sure I found was that the one person tent did warm up OK which is a big bonus in cold weather

[@ahbenjamin2889]

Sandy, very impressed with your stamina. Not sure if I could make that hike. When you stood on that waterfall, worried that you may slip. It was quite a drop. Be careful sir !!!

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks Ben

[@MarkShepherd-k5j]

This man sandy has helped me with depression I went and bought some camping gear so I'm gonna have my first solo camp this Friday so guys wish me luck , thanks sandy god bless ya

[@WiltshireMan]

Good on you, get out, have fun, smile :)

[@TheAncientBiker]

That was brilliant Sandy but I have sometimes wondered about you and now I know for sure you're bloody barmey. 😀

[@WiltshireMan]

Hahaaa, yes I reckon there is a little "Crazy" in me:)

[@mikehurley5052]

Excellent, but 200 quid for a tent aint cheap.

[@WiltshireMan]

It is when you consider your life may depend on it. The Hilleberge equivalent is nearly £900 and is a superior tent but for the money it is hard to beat a Helm

[@mikehurley5052]

@@WiltshireMan My camping is less extreme than yours🤣🤣

[@suewheeler5795]

I know which tent I would prefer to be in. That Hilliberg was flapping like a headless chicken!😂

[@WiltshireMan]

It was a very flappy tent but is built from stronger materials than mine, Still think I preferred the Helm

[@davidcole2899]

Reminds me of a few yrs ago on a bank holiday ended up in a storm and with a serious bit of food poisoning absolutely bad stomach bug all night in the storm, and 💩 everywhere 😢. It was absolutely awful

[@WiltshireMan]

Oh dear, I can imagine, that was not good!

[@steveb1972]

A great test of the tent! You sure it wasn’t made of brick? Lol To be honest in my older years I’ve preferred a 2 man tent for a bit of luxury! Lol

[@WiltshireMan]

Two man tent would have been nicer but there is one big advantage of the smaller tent, it is warmer

[@justharryjohnson7250]

Hi sandy. Would you be able to do an overview of all your stuff you bring. I always end up with a 20kg pack for two nights. And although my tent is very light weight 1.54kg it's not a very good one. We just done a camp in rendlesham forest. And I would advise not to go there lol

[@WiltshireMan]

Did you film Rendlesham forest camp Harry? If you buy a new tent you won't go wrong with a Helm for winter camps

[@justharryjohnson7250]

What is the weight of your tent? I only filmed a few bits because we got there late on Friday. Then Saturday most times we used our cameras the battery would drain very quickly and the video kept glitching. It's very weird. But I will try to make something out of it. Beens doing a bit of wild camping this year. It's It's very good for the mind

[@ysonline]

Hi. Thanks for the video. Can we find your gear list anywhere? Is that tent 4 season capable and what sleep system do you use?

[@WiltshireMan]

I don't have a gear list, the tent is a Helm compact one, sleeping back was a cheap OEX 300 you can pick them up from GoOutdoors stores for around £40, they are great for most 3 season camps where temps will be no lower than 5 Celcius, pack quite small too

[@jimsuch273]

Brilliant stuff. What a great camp! Just subscribed.

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks Jim, Welcome to my channel:)

[@jimrowland6089]

That was quite a place to camp Sandy. Harsh weather to test a mans metal. Certainly shows the importance of shelter.

[@WiltshireMan]

Definitely Jim, without shelter you could easily perish in those conditions

[@johnpawson7400]

Enjoyed every minute of the video, that was a very hard camp, you did very well to film it in those harsh conditions, welcome to Yorkshire 🤣🤣🤣. I am subscribed to Paul, so looking forward to his video as well.

[@AndyWragg]

Welcome to our back yard Sandy. Sad that you didn't get to see the expansive views from the Woolpacks due to the weather, but at this time of year, that's the way it is unfortunately. You can't fault the Helm 1. I have one myself, it's a great little shelter, although at this time of year I'm using my Panacea 2 to give me a little bit more room on those long cold nights. You seemed to cope with the hills quite well considering you're a flat lander. All the best.

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Very enjoyable Sandy. Always good to see you team up with Paul. Glad the tents survived. 👍

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks Ken, it was a bit too windy for the drone though:)

[@fog360]

Awesome camp out , Can’t wait to have another one with you hopefully after Christmas we can meet up , would love to go out with Paul as I watch all his videos, I’ve only got a small channel so he probably don’t even know who I am lol 😂, anyway another wet camp 🏕️, which is a bit of a sod for you both , but still happy days and a fantastic camp out both .

[@LundysWildcampBushcraft]

Great video Sandy the Helm compact one is a fantastic ten my favourite that i own and much cheaper than the Hilleberg my mate has the 2 man and its just a sturdy that weather was a good test but is it fun to be stuck in a tent for that many hours atvb Jimmy 😎😎👍👍

[@WiltshireMan]

Jimmy I saw you pitching your Helm one when you got it, made me laugh:)

[@LundysWildcampBushcraft]

@@WiltshireMan 🤣🤣 that was a funny video

[@GemintheMud]

Thank you so much for all of your videos, inspiration and wisdom, Sandy. I've just bought the Helm Compact 1 and really maxed out my credit in the January sales. I have a 4-season 2-man that I love but it's bright red and this feels less conspicuous and lighter regarding my backpacking plans. ❤

[@WiltshireMan]

Hi Gemma, You have made a wise purchase, for the money it is hard to beat a Helm 1 :)

[@GemintheMud]

@@WiltshireMan Thank you! Just accidentally bought a military tarp big enough to cover two tractors, so probably didn't need another tent! Ha ha! Looking forward to getting it. 🌳❤️🌳