HILLEBERG SOULO Takes a Battering - Solo Wild Camping in the Lake District

[@NeilThornley]

As always Dave a pleasure to watch.👌💪👊😉

[@DarrenReddihough]

First time watching Dave,, brilliant watch from start to finish,, absolutely quality 👍

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Big thanks Darren 😎👍

[@DarrenReddihough]

@@TheSoloSummiteer you're more than welcome buddy,, have a great weekend 👍

[@garymartin557]

great video as always. an assault on the senses for yourself.

[@philipnevin2027]

Another fantastic video, although very windy and rain storm coming, you made a wise decision to pack you tent and gear. Dave have you thought of becoming a mountain instructor. Regards Philip.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Nice one Philip, glad you enjoyed it. No, not thought of mountain instructor. Maybe one for the future. ATB 👍

[@colinboxall2692]

Devoke and up on to White Pike ~ nice. The Lakes has so much to offer anytime of the year, if you know where to go, prep and accept the weather. Where’s the Bounty? Tell me you haven’t given into the ‘Bounty Haters’😂 always look forward to watching your channel. I thought you had a wine decanter pouch? 😂 Has Mary made up any more protective bags ? I wouldn’t worry about the fitness just enjoy what will hopefully be a late breaking spring and fantastic summer. Here’s hoping 🤞 just over 4 weeks and the Lakes will be ‘home’ can’t wait - just a little excited. Amidst all the packing.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Haha. Nice one Colin. Yeah I forgot my Bounty and the 🍷 was a last minute decision 😁🤦🏻‍♂️. Hope you have a great trip. Glad you enjoyed the video. ATB 👍

[@WibleyByman-hz3hq]

Dave, you're always good company and never boring; well suited to these long form videos. Long may you continue.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Much appreciated WB. Glad you enjoyed it 👍

[@jonriding332]

Great video Dave! Very enjoyable! 👌👏👏

[@benvickery]

Your video reminds me of my trip to the Cairngorms last December. It was windiest camp I’ve ever had in my life and thank goodness I was in my BL Soulo. My other tents wouldn’t have survived. It’s pretty miserable being in such a windy tent and I only slept for 2 hours. The next night was going to be worse so I slept in a refuge. Thanks for sharing as always.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Yeah know what you mean Ben. I had a rough night in the Cairngorms too but was rewarded by a stunning sunrise. It’s a special place but not for the inexperienced. Glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for watching. ATB

[@davebirds5667]

Love this one Dave. I can tolerate the rain/snow etc but the wind annoys the hell out of me too when camping. Moderate wind yeah, but gusting like that around 30/40mph, them other tubers can keep it! 😂 Take care & Stay safe mate 👍 Cheers Dave

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Yeah, totally agree Dave. Wind is annoying and makes filming difficult too 💨🙄😁👍. ATB

[@mananddog.outdoors]

Another great watch Dave 👍🏼. Love sitting back and watching your content 🤙🏼

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Nice one. Really appreciate that 🙏🏻

[@Orangehippo17]

You really do make Great videos Dave, Up there with the "Plodders Lost" Vids Thank You

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Big thanks Derek 😎👍

[@simon_martin_photography]

Great video Dave, We were on the Calf in the Howgills Good Friday. 40 mph gusts and hail and rain -4 wind chill from 3pm. Was supposed to stop around 6pm didn’t until 12 am Tent held up well and a good night in all.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Yeah was a rough night. Not much shelter on the Howgills either. ATB 👍

[@seanstacey3223]

Always enjoy watching your videos Dave. Bank holidays in the lakes are a nightmare alright! You've shown that you can go to the lesser known, less popular areas and still have s great wild camp in lovely surroundings. You were rewarded with a cracking sunset too! 😊

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Cheers Sean. It is possible with a bit of thought and, some luck. ATB

[@ireneboston7953]

Super video, Dave, shame about the wind. Those are cracking fells. Last time I was up that way I walked over to Green Crag from there, which again was quiet. I know what you mean about finding peace and solitude in the Lakes even on a holiday weekend. I've often gone to the Northern Fells and that's another good area to avoid folks.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Thank you Irene. Yeah it’s lovely over there. Need to do more exploring for sure 👍

[@Peter-Lindsay]

Great video and pitch Dave. I was out the same night, camped on High Snockrigg and the wind was pretty bad. The sunset was stunning.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Cheers Peter. Aye, was a windy one 💨

[@kelvinpell4571]

Hey Dave!.............I know we've never met, but you know I've been following your channel for 3 years plus. And..... at last, in May this year I have my first camping trip to the Lakes since 2018 planned. Nothing too ambitious to start with, maybe Pike o' Blisco or Sergeant Man but the knees are sorted and the tent is being tested. Here's to the outdoors, the wind and the rain. Bring it on.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

That’s a brilliant plan Kelvin. Best of luck with it bud. ATB

[@andymanser1]

Thought tent was going take off Dave. Must been hard sleep. Stunning views. Island looks fab wild camp on.😊 Great video

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Cheers Andy. Yeah very little sleep because of the wind. Island camp was nice. ATB

[@Northern_Rockhopper]

Proper ‘wild’ camp this one Dave.. 😄

[@buzzandselunsupervised649]

Hi Dave, great to meet you if not in the great outdoors but our local petrol station 🤣. At least we were both starting off on an adventure. Thanks for the tips on the route to take, spot on. Your location looked fantastic. Can't wait to show Tracey your red tent. Thanks for taking the time to film, edit and share. ATB Cheers Sel

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Was a pleasure to meet you Sel. Don’t mention the red tent 👀⛺️🤣👍

[@Simon_Nonymous]

Grand stuff, you always get the best sunsets up in Cumbria!

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Yeah, Simon. That was a stunner 😎👍

[@stigfloberghagenphotography]

Great video and sunset 👍🙂

[@thegeordiewildcamper]

Owt above 30mph and you know its probably going to be an uncomfortable night. Some great views mate - TFS Steven

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Big thanks Steven. Yeah, winds like that are more than enough for me. Thanks for watching and ATB 👍

[@Moffatmountainadventures]

Glad you got a good camp out despite that wind. Was meant to be out that night too but life got in the way. Cracking video as always

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Nice one. Cheers Robert 👍

[@davejohnson3514]

Stunning Skys on both days 😎👍🏻

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Yeah, was stunning Dave 😎👍

[@simoneales4566]

Little disappointed you never swam over to the Island..for old times' sake Dave. May have been a little chilly possibly😂. Agree with you about the film Evgenia put on her channel..it's a great watch. Still laugh at your makeshift rucksack raft!! Obviously you were too distracted in heading to the 'tuffety titties' to have time for a dip this time😂 Great film mate, glad you found some peace and quiet, wind apart, on a Bank Holiday weekend, takes some doing. Loved the evening colours of the sky and the contrasting moodiness of the clouds over the mountains in the morning. Thanks as always for sharing with us.👍

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Haha. That’s brilliant Simon 🤣. Glad you enjoyed and ATB 👍

[@ervinslens]

Absolutely amazing ambience my friend! This was amazing!

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Thank you! Cheers 🙏🏻

[@lomino6478]

The epitome of a wild camp, just stunning 😀👍

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Hey, big thanks 😎👍

[@stevehorner8302]

When your next up in that area try a summit camp on Caw. Its got a perfect flat platform for the tent, protected by the summit rock, with steep drop offs all around, making it a stunning view point. The last time i was up on Caw i could see the mountains of Snowdonia very clear in the distance.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Yeah, Steve. I’ve done a video up there. Was one of the coldest camps I’ve done 🥶

[@kennybrydges9084]

Brilliant views Dave... ATB ...Take care man.. 👍🙏

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Glad you enjoyed it Kenny 👍. ATB

[@stuarthatton1973]

Great video again , loved the spot where you pitched, shame the wind spoiled it

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Glad you enjoyed it Stuart 👍

[@medievalladybird394]

Bleak, barren, windy and wet: I love it 🎉 and here is one happy man! Talking of Sellafield btw, I'm old enough to remember the Windscale incident (aka accident = nuclear disaster) in 1957.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Yeah. If that lot goes up we’re all in trouble 💥 👀😁

[@medievalladybird394]

@@TheSoloSummiteer no more troubles, ever, if you're close enough. Stay safe.

[@-M0LE]

It’s leaking all ready every day into the sea and the soil

[@medievalladybird394]

@-M0LE I think it's been leaking since day one. All they seem to do is change the name every now and again.

[@-M0LE]

@@medievalladybird394 yup nowadays they can’t hide it like they used to …it’s apparently slowing down now 😂 so must be safe

[@thewanderingforester]

Nice one, took a while to spot the place. The winds are beginning to annoy me now - if it isn't blowing a gale it's chucking it down - or both! April camp done then - is that your three years or was that last month? ATB, Roger

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Yeah, I’m sick of it too Roger 🙄. Can’t really class that as an April camp as I set off in March.

[@harrylinsdell8114]

Fantastic effort dave and a pleasure to watch

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Cheers Harry 👍

[@CragScrambler]

I love it when youre in my backyard, I know every step you took.....okay that came out weird lol But theres some cracking little hills over the western edges, usually quieter too during busy periods.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Know exactly what you mean. Definitely need to do more exploring there 😎👍

[@TheOutdoorExplorerUK]

Great video again Dave

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

🙏🏻

[@biagiosadventures7204]

Hey Dave, a nice quite and simple adventure. Shame about the wind.👍👍

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Cheers Biagio. Still a good one tho, eh 💨⛺️😎👍

[@-M0LE]

I’ve driven all over uk but the sky above Yorkshire and up north west ways are just something different they seem magical I live in Penzance currently and it’s magical but not like that May I suggest ear plugs ..not sure if I could wear them or if it make any difference just a suggestion

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Know what you mean. I’ve struggled with ear plugs previously but have recently found some good ones. Although to be honest I don’t want my senses to be too isolated, just incase something goes wrong. Thanks for watching 👍

[@-M0LE]

@ yeah I would never wear them for uncomfortable reasons it mainly cus I want to be alert I watch going solo channel he doesn’t t have the wind problem so much I’m wondering if it tent brand or maybe make it tighter on guy lines …idk never camped lol but you’ve made me have to

[@INSOLESandLACES]

Very enjoyable video Dave that tent is fantastic, great pitch using rocks. Wow the wind this year had been relentless. Always good to see some new uploads after a windy and very wet bimble.❤

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Cheers. Yeah, really windy this year. And very wet too 🤦🏻‍♂️. Great to get out tho. ATB

[@PerfDayToday]

Nice video, nice trip. Say, what model is your red hoodie from berghaus? Thxs.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Thank you. It’s a Berghaus Privitale. A great top. Got about 5 of them in different colours 👍

[@craig-outdooradventure4632]

Brilliant video as always Dave - really enjoyed it. Absolutely relentless winds, but solitude a plenty 😊

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Yeah, was a wild one Craig. Glad you enjoyed it 👍

[@richardfromcornwall5492]

Great, chilled video, thank you once again. Tell me, I’ve often wondered what the badge on the front doors of your car are?

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Thank you Richard. It got the stickers last year on a road trip to the Highlands. They’re NC500 stickers 👍

[@adge_ventures4915]

So many people scoff at 30mph winds Dave but that is legitimately strong. Plenty enough to damage lesser tents and make for a vile night. Hope your fitness levels creep back up again mate and of course that you're keeping well 🙂 Adge.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Totally agree Al. Hate the wind but at least I had the views 😎. Glad you enjoyed it 👍

[@-M0LE]

I live in an attic room I can tell when it’s ver 20mph wind and that’s in an actual room

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

@-M0LE 😂

[@stevencummings2395]

Honestly I knew where you were in literally the 1st seconds of this video. I thought I know where he's at, I just live locally in millom. Good choice pal 👍

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Nice one Steve. It’s a lovely area. ATB

[@garethrichardson9806]

Great video once again Dave we camped on Dale Head the wind never gave up all night 😂 the Hilleberg held up tho

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Nice one Gareth. ATB

[@garethrichardson9806]

@@TheSoloSummiteer ❤️

[@sailrockpaperscissors8261]

great video , do yo uhave apcaking video of what you tak on a trip and how to pack ?

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Thank you. Sorry but I don’t have a video of that as yet. ATB

[@davemitchell8756]

Great work Dave, I’ve passed by that area many times on the way to Wasdale. Not sure if it’s any good for you, but I just picked up a wind proof Buff for running. Really flexible, you can use it under a more breathable beanie ,on its own or under a peak cap. I know the wind gets your ears - snap😔. Great work as always 👍👍👍👍👏👏👏👏👏

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Cheers Dave. I’ve lost about 3 buffs in the past 12 months. Need another one 👍. ATB

[@jimmarshall9945]

Brilliant Dave….loved the tities bit….superb video as always, loved the commentary. ATP Jim.❤👍👌🍷🍷hills solitude and a bottle of wine…..hard to beat.👌

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Haha. Nice one Jimbo. Thought you’d enjoy the wine 🍷 😁👍. Hope you are well. ATB pal

[@jimmarshall9945]

@@TheSoloSummiteer ❤️👍

[@martinappleby2895]

Great vlog Dave, just goes to show you don't have to get up on the high summits to be rewarded with fantastic panoramic views. Is the Soulo the red or black label please? Thanks

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Absolutely Martin. My Soulo is a RL 👍

[@MountainManJohnFilms]

Titties 😂 ... Great place Dave. Loved that view. The sky was fantastic even in the moody morning. 👍.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

😆. Cheers pal 👍

[@gregjfitzpatrick]

The opening scene 🤣

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

🤦🏻‍♂️🤣👍

[@CollierCraig79]

Great video and pitch as usual mate. Titties everywhere sounds like heaven 😂 is the footpath app any better than the os maps one I can see it's a lot cheaper. Atb mate.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

🤣 cheers Craig. I e not used the OS app for routing.

[@CollierCraig79]

@@TheSoloSummiteer just tried it on a bike ride and it's pretty good it has the os maps and navigation but in. 5 quid a month cheaper than the os maps app. Atb

[@samhutchinson659]

Hi Dave, do you use a specific watch for hiking? If so what do you use

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

It’s a Garmin Fenix 5 👍

[@BaltistaniBoys]

Absolutely amazing. I recommend you visit the himalayan mountains k2 and Nangaparbat view point from one place .Whenever you start a short solo trip of 4-5 days, Moses Peak is a must. It is a 5300m height۔ from the top of moses pea which you can see the views of the K2 world second highest peak in the world, Nangaparbat, K6 k11 and K 12 views in one frame. best time from May to October. This is a family tracked.its open Zone, one did not need a trekking permit or have to pay Royalty fee to climbed this Mountain tower

[@mose16]

Can you tell me, how many liters are this osprey? 50 or 65?

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

The one in this video is a 50. My grey one is 65 👍

[@TrevsOutdoorsandWellbeing]

You call them what Dave 😂😂😂

[@medievalladybird394]

Signs of withdrawal maybe? 😊

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

They’re everywhere 🤣👍

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Behave 🤣

[@medievalladybird394]

@@TheSoloSummiteer As my father used to say "... behave, and if you can't behave be careful!"

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

You’re a star ML 😁

[@Andyhelliwellphotography]

Tities 😂😂😂

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

😁