First Impressions of the Hilleberg Akto Tent

I joined the Hilleberg club with an Akto and man what a beast it is! Here is my first impressions and pitching of this tent.
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[@dougdixonhull]

Congratulations mate. I'm very jealous. I'll have to stick with my Banshee for a bit longer and start saving up. Have a great time and I look forward to seeing your future vids in this tent.

[@curlewpiper315]

I was the same as you when I got my akto and despite the condensation and the leak that comes in from the door vent (seam sealant sorts that ) I still love my akto , beauty little tent

[@blackmountainadventures]

I love it ❤ love seeing you so stoked ❤️❤️❤️

[@mycowilderness3489]

Same Lee, he's chuffed as nuts! 💚👌

[@MrWildWales]

Nice one man! Well chuffed with it!

[@markoruotsalainen5480]

Bloody jealous now. Great first review. Enjoy the trails with your new Hilleberg

[@MrWildWales]

Thanks bud you only live once 😆

[@mycowilderness3489]

It's a great tent dude, glad you've got it! 🤙

[@MrWildWales]

I'm well pleased with it mate!

[@EventyrsorenDenmark]

Looks like a really good Tent. I have the Nallo 2,its a great Tent and I had it for 18 years. Have a great sunday

[@MrWildWales]

Thanks, you too!

[@bluecheese1066]

That tent's a thing of beauty!

[@MrWildWales]

😍

[@kennethcarter5720]

Nice. Enjoy. Have to watch your dog getting in and out of this one. Happy for you Adam. Stay safe🔥

[@MrWildWales]

Thanks bud👍 And no she won't be setting foot in this 😂

[@ianmacfarlane9454]

Great video,had mine about 12 years now.Never had any issues and still going strong💪👍👍

[@MrWildWales]

Nice one I've been enjoying it!

[@WildCampingIreland]

Great tent 🎪👍 best of luck with your adventures in it 👍🍀

[@MrWildWales]

Thank you! Will do!

[@woodwandering7808]

Your moving up in the world now 😊. Im impressed with the room in there Fair play . You’ve got me thinking now 🤔…… Do I need one in my life ?😂. Thanks for sharing buddy 👍

[@MrWildWales]

Thanks for checking it out mate

[@freddyoutdoors]

Looks a great tent that does

[@davidben6019]

great review as always.. looks like a good investment .. If you say its good .. its good. all the best mate .

[@MrWildWales]

Thanks bud

[@lavvuwildcamper]

Nice one 👍😎 Hope you have some cracking times with it ATB mate 😉

[@MrWildWales]

Cheers

[@stealthandysteath1069]

Evening mate, looking forward to seeing it in winter.. Nice kit.. 👍😃

[@MrWildWales]

Yes it would be perfect in winter with that solid inner

[@stealthandysteath1069]

@@MrWildWales nice one

[@nordmende73]

Great video! Thank you!

[@MrWildWales]

🤟😄

[@yasminshikingmission]

Does look like a good tent, hope it held up well for your camp 😊

[@MrWildWales]

It was very good yeah!

[@richardclegg5853]

Welcome to the cult! Very happy with my Akto and Niak I bought a couple years later...nothing beats quality

[@themunrobagger]

Great tent ⛺️ I love ❤️ mine 👍

[@johnmccarron]

Never thought I'd see the day!

[@paulinew8680]

Nice tent. I have a similar style tent with the Terra-nova competition 1. I made a footprint with some tyvek. Looking forward to seeing you out and about in it. 👍

[@MrWildWales]

Thats a good idea doing it with tyvek!

[@ShinyStickEC]

New Toy!, can't wait to hear how it handles in the wild

[@MrWildWales]

Cheers! I've been out in it already ha

[@ShinyStickEC]

@@MrWildWales waste no time!

[@welshbikepackingadventures]

nice tent !

[@davidunderwood9863]

You'll love your Akto, brother. I've had my red one for nearly 5 years. Strong, lightweight. I was so impressed with Hilleberg, I bought an Allak and a Soulo.

[@loveearthspirit829]

How come -on a cold rainy days- there's water on the inside tent, in the evening before i get in?

[@davidunderwood9863]

@@loveearthspirit829 Assuming it's up high near hood at some stitching. I've heard a couple of people say they've had a few dribbles of water come in. Get some Seamseal and smear it. I've had a couple. of drops but not enough to worry about

[@paddymalley8077]

I've had mine in some pretty wild mountain top gales and it's been solid throughout! You can have confidence in it without a doubt

[@DemiGod..]

Had mine ripped out of the ground in a storm after the wind shot in the door as I was getting in, no damage to the flysheet, just a bent pole.

[@paddymalley8077]

@@DemiGod.. I use 2x 9" easton nails with mine on the hoop ends and 4x 6" on the tent ends .? Makes it pretty solid

[@thebackingpackinggeordie]

Really really want one now.

[@MrWildWales]

Do it!!! 😆

[@thebikepackingadventurer]

Top quality tent that. I haven’t got one, but I had the same feeling when I changed from my WildCountry helm1 to my Terranova Pioneer2. Just feels much better quality. Enjoy your new tent 😊

[@MrWildWales]

I do like the look of the pioneer 2 quite a lot 👌

[@thebikepackingadventurer]

@@MrWildWales it’s very similar to this but with a bit more room. Both great tents

[@DemiGod..]

Got a hilleberg after my wild country tent got flatened in a storm.

[@thebikepackingadventurer]

@@DemiGod.. hilleberg are solid. I think honestly any tent that is half decent holds up to punishment, but harsh conditions just shouldn’t be camped in. Far too many times people are testing substandard equipment, where actually it should be expedition tents used and not lightweight gear. You won’t find Sir Ranulph Fiennes chasing lightweight. Get solid equipment that suits the conditions you expose yourself too. No weekend camper rent is up to expedition quality

[@OutdoorPrep]

I do miss my Akto a bit sometimes... or more the idea of it I guess... Your mate had a good idea to use the spare section ;) Enjoy your hillie!

[@MrWildWales]

Thanks bud!

[@BoredManOutdoors]

Cracking... 👏👏👏

[@craig3401]

Nothing better than new tent day lol my fingers hovering over the buy button on the hilleberg niak massive expense but like you say the quality is just there on everything.ill be checking the zips as there tends to be little holes that let water in but a drop of seam sealer sorts that and putting electrical heat shrink on the metal zip pulls stops the jangling noise.im sure you will have some great camps with it.i am stuck between the green or the sand I still can't decide haha

[@MrWildWales]

Only just seen this comment bud! Couldn't really fault it Saturday night. It had the odd drip here and there in the porch but we had heavy rain most of the night

[@IrelandRider]

When I put up my OEX bobcat 1 I pretend the pole is from Hilleberg lol, at least the colour matches 😅. I'm happy for you buddy, I'm sure you'll enjoy countless wild camps in it 🏕 🤟🤙

[@MrWildWales]

Ha yeah they are the same poles. Hey if it works for you then great the bobcat looks a great tent

[@JoshuaJohnsonOutdoors]

Nice overview, mate.

[@MrWildWales]

Thanks!

[@Phil.Oakley]

Them line loks are massive and cords are thiccc! Tents looking good. Just keep away from giddy dogs!

[@MrWildWales]

Oh yeah the dog is not coming at the same time as this 😅

[@backpackingireland8624]

Was looking at Hilleberg, it was the Anjan 2 , then I was toying with wether I’d do the price justice. I went for a Helm 2 based on some unbelievable reviews. Hilleberg is pure quality for sure . Best of luck with it Adam 👌👌🇮🇪🇮🇪Atb Tony

[@MrWildWales]

Nice one they are definitely quality! Those helm 2's look brilliant mind

[@backpackingireland8624]

@@MrWildWales feature wise up there with most . The only fault seems to be build , little niggly bits failing. As for strength I’ve watched videos on mountain tops alongside Hillebergs . Couldn’t not try it . 👌🇮🇪

[@Martycycleman]

You'll enjoy the Akto, top tent.

[@MrWildWales]

Cheers bud! Been out in it a few times really nice tent

[@BulldogBadger]

Nice tent mate, I got the Soulo and after pulling the trigger on the website and feeling the pain of that rediculous price tag I have since forgotten that and have a massive smile when sat inside it on a mountain in sketchy conditions feeling warm and safe.. they are an investment and will last you a lifetime

[@BulldogBadger]

The footprints are disgustingly expensive too but totally worth it to protect the tent and add a floor to the porch/vestibule

[@MrWildWales]

I borrowed someones scarp footprint last night and it fitted well. Seeing as we go out quite a bit in our tents in all conditions it's worth having something good

[@lntkernow]

Lovely looking tent mate, had my eye on it for a while but the price is scaring me off ahha, will keep an eye out for your vids and thoughts on it and maybe that'll sway me in the new year 🙂

[@MrWildWales]

I figure I'll use it quite a bit plus they don't lose much value 🤷‍♂️ vid coming soon 😄

[@AirbornePirates]

Nice one mate! As I’ve just got a soulo it’s great to see the difference here! Nice bit of kid that Akto

[@MrWildWales]

I like the look of the soulos as well are they any taller than this do you know?

[@AirbornePirates]

Hi mate, 95cm tall. What’s the heigh of the Akto! Although I didn’t consider an Akto until your video seeing you sat in it looked spot on! Bank account still recovering from the soulo, CPR several times 😅

[@MrWildWales]

@@AirbornePirates 93cm mate so basically the same height then!

[@AirbornePirates]

@@MrWildWales optical illusion!

[@DemiGod..]

Got an akto recently, had one long ago. With the tent got an an extra pole to double it's strength. The first akto survived some serious weather, but eventually was ruined by somebody putting it into a washing machine, came out smelling of flowers, the waterproofing gone.

[@MrWildWales]

Nice one bud I'm sure you'll enjoy it! Washing machines - the killer of anything waterproof 🫣

[@jonbriafield]

Used to have an Akto but sold it a few years ago. Great in the worst weather but expensive and heavy for such a small tent in all but the worst conditions. It is good but too much for most of the time. Ended up using it without the inner quite a lot of the time which is a good option.

[@MrWildWales]

Thanks for your points. Personally, I spend most of my time up the mountains so it's good to have a little protection if the weather turns.

[@20yearsagotoday1]

I have the Akto too and it’s a great tent. I always keep the end vents open and there’s no issue with extra cold coming in. Definitely get the footprint it makes the living space a much nicer place to be and keeps everything clean. In the summer I’ve slept with the inner rolled back making it huge inside which helps with condensation too. As for Hilleberg having haters out on the hills I’m not so sure that’s true I personally think that’s only a thing because some KZbinrs have said it is and it’s snowballed. I personally haven’t encountered anyone saying anything. I listen to many people camping on KZbin and wondering whether their tent will hold up to the conditions and always think to myself why bother worrying, just buy a tent that you know will handle anything you can throw at it. Of course the price of a Hilleberg is sooooo expensive but if you can afford one then go for it. I hope you enjoy her!

[@MrWildWales]

Nice one for the helpful comments bud 🤗

[@loveearthspirit829]

Great ideas. Haven't a footprint but sounds improving.

[@7YBzzz4nbyte]

Nice. Now you must walk the trail "White and Green Ribbons" (Vita och gröna bandet" at some point, in the Scandinavian mountains.

[@MrWildWales]

I've never heard of it. Just looked it up and wow what a tricky trail that one looks

[@bcamping1]

There is another seemstress tag on the outer tent somewhere. I got soulo outer tent by Valve Nigul :)

[@MrWildWales]

Ah yes I saw it there was another name on the outer

[@modestadventurers]

It’s a great tent. I always had condensation issues even with the vents open though. My biggest gripe was it’s coffin like interior but that being said I never felt unsafe or vulnerable in it. The manufacturer quality really is second to none. Maybe Petra was having a bad day when she made mine 😋.

[@loveearthspirit829]

Enjoyed watching you. My dogs also not allowed in which is a pity sometimes ;-) your sweater suits the inner ☺ i also never thought i d have a Hilleberg...

[@MrWildWales]

Nice one! I take a scruffier tent if the doglet is joining me 😁

[@davidhudson7590]

One day il get one or a fjallraven abisko tent

[@MrWildWales]

I did look at those but they are a bit short for me

[@grahamscothern4319]

Nice one mate. How did you get on with your new tent ? Also your mate has the pioneer 2 does he like it ? Atb Graham 😀

[@MrWildWales]

Two of my friends have the pioneer 2 and I think they both really like it. This one performed great too

[@grahamscothern4319]

@@MrWildWales Cheers mate love your tent mate but the pioneer is more in my range. Otherwise my wife will kill me and divorce me in that order ! 🤣🤣

[@timotoxic4664]

A footprint would be good!

[@MrWildWales]

I've got myself the vango nevis 100 footprint now which covers the inner but not the porch. It was £20 instead of hillebergs £80

[@davecooper9721]

you seem to like that mate🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@gclif9898]

First video ive seen on the Akto where a tall person lays down and actually shows you the head clearance, at 6’4” it looks like i might actually fit 🤞🏻

[@MrWildWales]

You would fit lying down easily. Probably wouldn't be able to fully sit upright though

[@gclif9898]

@@MrWildWales had a look at a tent in Go Outdoors that was apparently 220 cms long inside, I just about fitted. 220 cms equals 7.2ft so at 6.4ft I was expecting more space inside, bit concerned now on buying a £680 tent that may be to small

[@MrWildWales]

I know it'd a completely different style but what about a onetigris iron wall they are huge inside and not a lot heavier than this

[@robertmills538]

Nortent Vern 1 designed for heavy wind and snow load.

[@MrWildWales]

I'll check that one out 😁

[@northernswedenstories1028]

My main problem with this tent is that any wind and rain conditions the outer touches the inner and transfers moisture. It would be a good tent if the outer was just a little larger distance from the inner

[@MrWildWales]

My mate did show me a trick with some bungies to bring it slightly further away. I filmed it in my next vid

[@Lorondos]

Ah, you bit the bullet 😅, temptation is there but think MSR/Terra Nova is my limit 😂

[@MrWildWales]

Well I'd say that terra nova are defo up there as reaching top end

[@GusExplores]

I love my akto but the condensation can be an issue at time.

[@MrWildWales]

I'm surprised at that with all the vents but I'll keep an eye!

[@simonward4520]

Just a heads up the metal zip pulls rattle in the wind, drives me mad so changed out for paracord or put some heat shrink on them, also the small poles at each corner stop full compression, other than that a good tent I do think one of the best.

[@20yearsagotoday1]

You can carefully take the corner poles out so you’re able to compress it but it’s quite hard to get them back in. I did it a few times then stopped as I didn’t want to damage them or the tent.

[@MrWildWales]

Oh right yeah I rolled it up yesterday with the poles facing sideways

[@MrWildWales]

Ah right OK I'll find out about the rattly zips soon ha

[@davidjacobs828]

@@MrWildWales Hi,new subscriber here, I liked your video ... Wow ...I've just looked at the price of this tent . £680 . My tent was £ 180 Brand new ,unissued ,eureka T.C.O.P. ( tent combat one person ) "usmc issue " The inner tent body is water repellent,fully gas permeable membrane with 2 large doors ( zero condensation ever ), both with noseeum zpped bug mesh and also a zipped solid panel ( ykk zips BTW ), The inner tent body can be pitched first ,in the rain prior to fitting the rainfly without the inside getting wet . .. The outer stotm fly is reversible with woodland camo outside and desert sand inside plus it's made of full blackout material allowing stealth camping whilst using a light inside at night without the whole tent becoming a giant light bulb .The tcop is a full 4 season tent with 2 large vestibules ,Easton elite aluminium poles and pegs ,comprehensive field repair kit included . And it's also free standing so can be used on any surface .After buying this world beating military tent , I spent the remaining 500 quid on a full buffalo systems ,aquatherm, pile and pertex 5 season 3 piece , sleeping bag system ( minus 80 degree rated if i also wear my buffalo special six shirt in it . ) Oh .. And ten crates of beer . Cheers ...lol I reckon you've been severely robbed mate .

[@thebackingpackinggeordie]

New sub

[@MrWildWales]

Cheers 😄

[@treklinda1309]

Welcome to the Hilleberg Club :)

[@sticks333richards5]

The scarp 1 is a good tent however when you compare the two together side by side there is definitely a difference in quality, materials and workmanship. People get blinded by their purchase. You made a good choice. Oioi

[@MrWildWales]

So many people swear by the Scarp but this is a better colour, warmer and more quality 👌

[@johnfletcher9907]

@@MrWildWales I have the scarp 2 and it’s great it’s like a palace inside HOWEVER with the extra cross poles (I always use them) it’s come to just over 2kg which is a lot really. The other thing which i don’t like it’s physical size makes it a difficult to find a spot big enough to pitch sometimes!! I’m pulling the trigger on either an Enan or an Akto today as a lighter weight, smaller option. The million dollar question is whether the extra toughness of the Akto justifies the extra 400gram weight over the Enan. Any help or advice gratefully received cos I’m going round in circles haha😂

[@MrWildWales]

@@johnfletcher9907 Personally I'd definitely go for the akto over the enan because I prefer the fully solid inner. If you're looking for something slightly smaller and lighter though maybe it should be the enan

[@ewi57ty]

I'm happy with you because I feel the same every time I get something new for my trips. Unfortunately I think this tent Is to small for you. You might think its ok but you will feel this way soon as you go in wild with a shit weather.

[@MrWildWales]

I know what you mean but 9/10 I'm just going in there to sleep. I couldn't deal with a lying down only tent mind you

[@dragonoutdoors]

Glad you're happy with it bud, the main thing about spending that money is, you know it's gonna last you a long long time... Hopefully! And attention to detail, you knocked the nail on the head, that's something they have perfected! Hope it gives you many good memories buddy 🙌🏻

[@MrWildWales]

Nice one mate yeah I'll treat it with care and hopefully it will last me many years

[@mooseyrambling5838]

Oh! Going up in the word Ya snob, lol Enjoy bud the important thing is to use it and enjoy it, then its not a waste of money sat in the back of a cupboard ! So Crack son, let the adventure begin !

[@MrWildWales]

Well that's what I thought I'm out most weekends so may as well as well get something decent

[@grahamscothern4319]

Lovely mate I love the look of that it’s a beauty ❤️👌 You deserve it mate. Look forward to your adventures in her Atb Graham 🏕👏👍

[@MrWildWales]

Thanks very much bud I've been out in it already!

[@grahamscothern4319]

@@MrWildWales Awesome look forward to the vid ! Cheers G

[@dannyknight8082]

How you getting on with it now mate.. Do you still love it?

[@MrWildWales]

Yeah man I'm trying to sell a lot of my tents and it's probably the only one I'm sure I'm keeping

[@dannyknight8082]

@@MrWildWales blimey that's a great endorsement for it.

[@bradfordcouncilman3136]

Is your neighbor a ham radio operator? Antenna in background.

[@MrWildWales]

Someone else asked me that. The silver one is a clothes line and the white one is rugby posts

[@bradfordcouncilman3136]

@@MrWildWales I should have considered your location. I once worked as a hard rock miner with some expat Welshmen. Great guys all around, but not, er, technically oriented :-).

[@owenhughes380]

How much? What website?

[@MrWildWales]

Taunton leisure £680

[@zardyfoolhardy7752]

you came to my shool

[@MrWildWales]

Hope you enjoyed! 😀 thanks for checking out my channel

[@elizabeththompson4424]

price shock 😳

[@MrWildWales]

It's quite a bit but if it's something you enjoy and its the highest quality then 🤷‍♂️

[@dlite1972]

Why would a tent that’s so expensive not come fully waterproof ?

[@MrWildWales]

Well I think they've avoided seam tape because in 5-10 years time that stuff is going to peel off. Test time tonight anyway!

[@MrWipex]

Feel like a child on christmas, right? 😂

[@MrWildWales]

Oh yes 😆

[@explorethebush]

At 6'4" just a little too small for me :(

[@MrWildWales]

I'm 6' and it's a little tight

[@stevenvitali7404]

The real star of the show will be mother nature

[@MrWildWales]

Bring it on ha

[@stevec-b6214]

i got one i am not a snob

[@zardyfoolhardy7752]

you made three tents aand passed around a mug

[@arcticradio]

You snob 🤣🤣🤣 I can’t afford a Hilleberg

[@MrWildWales]

😆

[@arcticradio]

@@MrWildWales I just looked up the price here 669 Euros was the cheapest! I’d be afraid to get it dirty at that price! 2 or 3 footprints please and maybe one more to make ultra sure it doesn’t get marked…….🙈

[@MrWildWales]

@@arcticradio Yeah I take my footprint just to keep it nice and clean more than anything! I've used it about 4 or 5 times now. It's definitely coming out plenty more to get my moneys worth

[@shabingly]

Join us...... You'll never leave. Ooofda getting it on the never-never though, I cannot recommend that in all honesty. Edit/ don't own an akto, I've no need for it. Got an Anaris, cos I'm a lanky fatty.

[@MrWildWales]

I did look at rhe anaris that looks a nice thing too

[@steveburbidge875]

No you haven't joined the snobs. You just have invested in a very good product

[@PhilHaddon]

Why do people always do reviews of being in a tent without putting in an inflatable sleep mat, pillow and showing bag. I bet your feet and maybe your head will be touching the inner

[@MrWildWales]

This was my first impressions bud. I've camped out in this twice and I fit perfect it's actually longer than I need

[@PhilHaddon]

@@MrWildWales Fair enough. I can't ever imagine any tent being better than my Scarp1 ... and I've owned a fair few

[@camperp195]

Have you water tested it? Only saying as robology has one,tested it in his garden and it leaked quite a bit,not saying yours will,but better to be safe than sorry 👍 Glad your happy with it,i would be too! Just get a cheap tarp for the footprint for a fiver,then you can have a vestibule floor too 👍

[@SM0KE_0RIG1NAL]

I’m so jelly, enjoy butty.