CAMPING in HEAVY RAIN STORM & STRONG WINDS! SHELTERING IN A TENT!! ⛈ Hilleberg Soulo ⛺️

80+ mph winds and heavy rain on the edge of a mountain summit, sharing some spooky ghostly stories from around the island testing the Hilleberg Soulo expedition tent.
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#WildCamping #Storm #Soulo
Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
01:12 - Climbing the Mountain
02:40 - Snaefell Summit
03:46 - Pitching in severe weather
05:44 - Jetboil Burgers
07:00 - Bad weather
08:50 - Ghost stories
12:24 - Winds get worse
15:11 - Survive the night!

[@Britishgundogtraining]

I’m ex royal marine and I’ve spent some nights in bad conditions but that defo tops it insane weather good effort mate

[@AirbornePirates]

Hoofing 😎

[@ianhallett6174]

I'm ex RAF and can relate to that, spent some awful nights away from base..... once I had to close the patio doors onto the balcony and we made our way down to the bar :)

[@MrSandalwood]

I had a night under a bash and bivy on snowdon in the 88 on my basic training with 60mph + winds still to this day I don't know how we got through it..but he's right it's exhilarating

[@Tazza81]

@@ianhallett6174 what!?! You actually braved the NAAFI?!? You crabs sure live life on the edge 😉

[@derekwhyle1884]

I’m ex Army and like you I did a fair amount of outdoor living. The difference is we didn’t have a choice ;)

[@relixmeme]

Can we all agree that the sound of Nature is one of the best sounds of all time, it is so relaxing and soothing?

[@AirbornePirates]

Works for me 🙌

[@caturlifelive]

I agree

[@peterclarke7240]

Right up until you realise it's a bear and it can smell your trail mix. 😂

[@EugeniaSpivey-M.Ed.]

Literally cannot sleep without it for the past 9 years now, and it helps you to have continuous restful sleep through out your bedtime.

[@willmcallister8464]

I suffer with insomnia but if it rains when I get in my sack and can hear it I go off to sleep albeit for a few hours but it seems to do the trick

[@Rickshaw881]

If anything,, the tent manufacturer should pay you for demonstrating how great their equipment is!

[@AirbornePirates]

People have put them through worse than me that’s for sure, great but of kit

[@DanieltheTruebadour]

I was going to ho that sentiment. Great ad!

[@thewrongquestion7032]

The closer you can get to bad weather and be sheltered, the better the buzz!

[@lorihoop3831]

Hubby and I are going to camp in the backyard when it gets really cold, just to see if we can do it. Have solar/propane heat. We'll see...

[@DidYaServe]

Really impressive how that tent held out.

[@alanedwards8834]

The stories and history added so much more to the typical camping film. Really enjoyed it!

[@waynejarrell1]

One of, if not the best, camping videos on KZbin. Love the narration and the scenery. Brilliant! 👍😎

[@AirbornePirates]

Glad you enjoyed it thanks for the comment

[@annabizaro-doo-dah]

Spanish mountains on the Alpujaras Mountains Sierra Nevada. Tent demolished by the rain but the wind wasn't as bad. Got soaked and bunked up with the Donkey's 😁(no roads where I was)

[@AirbornePirates]

This sounds epic!!!

[@lenBrill1971]

I agree about being a kid in your safe space out in nature. LOVE IT

[@Brianrelix]

To the person reading this message.. don't worry.. the pain you're feeling is temporary, close your eyes and remember tomorrow is a new day, a fresh start! Take deep breathes, your gonna be alright! I promise💫 Wishing you a lifetime of happiness, peace, and abundance! Namaste!!❤

[@Healthierthanyesterday_forever]

Thanks bhai

[@silaswild6233]

I hate it when people say 'Namaste', do you use other Indian words or is this the only one you know?

[@wodmay1]

Finally someone with a tent that didn't soak from inside and stayed solid

[@screwtube51]

This should be an advertisement for that tent manufacturer!

[@Mozart1220]

I used to hike and solo camp the Wasatch mountains in Utah. but only in good weather. I got snowed on ONCE but that was with a friend and HE was "under the stars". I woke up, opened my tent, and there was about 5 inches of fresh powder. It was about 20 F. My friend was warm and snug in his bag with his long hair sticking out the top covered in snow. LOL He LOVED sleeping "outside" but had NO PROBLEM coming in the tent for breakfast. Just a basic dome with an old Coleman heater in the center and the top vent open. 20F outside, maybe 50F inside with both of us.

[@browsman2328]

Gnarly weather dude, Soulo tent is the goat for surviving that. We never cook in our tents here in Northern California, too many bears nearby, food smells linger in the tent fabric even after the meal. Thanks for the vid, good job.

[@NINaRyndoutdoors_]

👆🔝

[@sahhull]

During a hike. I spent 3 days on a mountain under my 4m x 4m budget blue tarp hiding from the weather. Loved every minute of it.

[@donolinger6904]

Was it a woven weather resistant tarp? The kind that isn't even close to waterproof and leaks like a sieve. How'd you stay dry?

[@sahhull]

@@donolinger6904 it is woven but has a PU coating. So far I've not got wet in the 8 years I've owned it. It's the best £12 I've ever spent.

[@philipcamp1370]

@@donolinger6904 dry martini

[@martincarm5203]

Some balls camping in that weather pal! That tent is some tent to stand them conditions 😳

[@derrycleary2759]

Been here for years ! This guy is hardcore .... i stumbled upon channel.... hooked . Ive just took up fishing , hope i bump into him . His editing is off the charts , manx govt need to be grateful for the likes of him.. hes our bear grylls yessir!

[@AirbornePirates]

Cheers yessir 👌😎

[@kerleynavarro7635]

I love camping with rain and wind, it’s relaxing.

[@ViveSemelBeneVivere]

Love experiencing storms. Then home to a safe cozy bed for a good day's sleep. 😁

[@donolinger6904]

You also need ventilation at ground level. Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide are both heavier than air and will fill your tent from the bottom up. That will necessitate ventilation down very low since you're sleeping just a few inches above the ground.

[@DrOneOneOne]

If you're getting a good amount of airflow into the tent (i.e. gusting 60mph winds !) it'll be fine. The incoming air will mix everything up and keep replenishing the fresh air. Otherwise true though.

[@Wordsmyth8]

Thanks! I enjoyed this.

[@donolinger6904]

@@Wordsmyth8 You're welcome.

[@scoobameru2458]

Cheers 🍻

[@kieronkilgannon8135]

hilleberg are the best tents out there

[@AFK-pe9bg]

Fantastic watch! Extreme weather camping is the best way to wind down from a long day at work. Keep up the good work mate

[@DanG12342]

wow, looks like so much fun! brilliant tent!

[@AirbornePirates]

If you enjoyed this, check out a Snowy winter camp in the Soulo kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5zCiZd7jMSBp7M

[@oreilly1237878]

That is taking it to the limit.Superb tent.Well done

[@azclaimjumper]

First time I've watched one of your videos. Yes, I've subscribed, "Liked", & rang the notification bell. Your Hilleberg Soulo is definitely a 5-Star shelter out in the boonies. Good ole Delta pegs, however, with the wind I'd definitely be placing a big heavy rock atop each peg. I'm sure I know how you felt after pitching your Soulo & then getting inside it, & out of the storm. With these weather conditions, you definitely pitched/using the ONLY tent I'd want. Any & all Real Turmat meals are nutritions, tasty, & generous portions. I've never seen anyone actually "level" their frying pan until now. The historical footage was an unexpected & pleasant bonus. Good job getting everything packed up & not letting anything get blown away. Warm Regards from Reno, Nevada U.S.A.

[@AirbornePirates]

Thank you buddy. I enjoy a lot of content from the states, outdoor gear review I’m sure you’ve heard of! Appreciate the comment mate 👌

[@garyhalkon8749]

IOM is my spiritual home. Ever since I visited years ago I feel the immediate peace I've never felt before. The most incredible island in the world! Definitely a place to visit before you leave this mortal coil ❤️

[@Laubasss]

"...providing I'm not half way to Scotland"😂😂😂. Epic camp!! Props to your audio: amazing in that storm! Love the history stories! Cheers from the Netherlands (Assen: we have a TT as well😊)

[@themudman59]

That was Awesome Thank you for sharing it with us.

[@ChristianLieb]

Wow, this was fun to watch. I got the Soulo today for an Iceland trip in 2023. I was wondering, if it could stand up to the elements, now I have no doubts no more. Thank you so much. =)

[@AirbornePirates]

It sure will, I’d just get delta pegs 👍

[@Ryan-vs2em]

INSANE CONDITIONS!!!

[@Blathnaid.-.]

I ENVY you !! Love the elements as well ! gorgeous. thx for taking us with you !!!

[@AirbornePirates]

You are so welcome!

[@abhisheksinghrajput2112]

You are my favourite youtuber, I am watching your all' videos, God bless you 😊🙏

[@AirbornePirates]

Thank you so much 😀

[@WillBabbitt]

Having lived outdoors for a decade in the uk, I’ve seen some extreme weather conditions. Only a few times did I encounter such storms, but I can pretty much guarantee that anything worse than what you put that tent through would have annihilated it. Great job mate. Fun isn’t it 😊

[@aguzman2224]

Me and my daughter love this one because it has the spooky stories gives the perfect vibe for a good fall evening. Hoping there will be more to come!

[@AirbornePirates]

Thanks Alex! I am hoping to make something similar in the next few weeks 🙂

[@aguzman2224]

@@AirbornePirates we are looking forward to it!

[@markedebevoise3300]

Hats off for the tent manufacturer 🤘😎 cool video bub 👍

[@klackon1]

I was on top of Snaefell Pike during pre - TT week in 1974. My mates and I were on a week long exercise and it was blowing a cracking blizzard. We were in two man bivvies and Land Rovers. Digging fire trenches (fox holes) in a blizzard is much fun.

[@AirbornePirates]

That sounds hoofing! Did you parachute in 😎

[@MUFC1933]

15:25 Mate I could not think of anywhere else I’d rather be thank doing what you’re doing! Amazing 🤩 ❤

[@AirbornePirates]

Thanks buddy

[@MUFC1933]

@@AirbornePirates no worry’s shippers

[@thepeakdistrictviking]

Brilliant video, that's some conditions there!!! I do find bad weather far more exhilarating

[@carolinejayes157]

You can not beat good quality,heavy duty equipment to go camping with ,This was a really bad wind swept night ,but you got through it smiling.!

[@chrisp6127]

Quality video 👍 would love another

[@mikeharris7885]

Glad you put the guys in as soon as possible - in the only video I saw a Soulo pole fail was when the guys were not pegged out quick enough or moved at the wrong time.

[@joinmeoutdoors]

This was a tough test, particularly when the winds were coming at you from the side. The Soulo is pretty wide from the side, and a bit taller than some tents. I love how strong they are though - not many better tents out there for conditions like these! Good vid, and I'll now be subscribing 👍 James.

[@AirbornePirates]

Thank you James!! I believe a tunnel tent like the Akto would have been more stable in these winds but the soulo did well

[@Jordan_0121]

Defintely one of the best youtube vids I've watched. Love the IOM, my kind of camping, love the elements. Great watch this was, this is defintely something I'm extremely interested in after watching! Thank you very much!!

[@AirbornePirates]

Glad you enjoyed it thank you 😬

[@jamescaven8761]

I loved the local Ghost stories, you told them very well. 👍👍👍✅✅✅

[@AirbornePirates]

👻 👍

[@Nobby77]

Now that is how to test kit. Excellent dude, you can see why people like them

[@AirbornePirates]

Thanks Nobby! It lived up to the expectations! I still love my £60 OEX PHOXX ii thoufh

[@longlifeprinters9]

This was great, the best weather to camp out in. I get great sleep when it is windy out.

[@thewrongquestion7032]

This is a great channel. Love it. Great stuff. Great kit, great fun. Adventurtastic!

[@caitlinmcphee124]

I'm currently camping in the middle of yellow warning for rain in Scotland. First time I've camped in weather like this but your video makes me realise what I'm experiencing the now is nothing 🫣 I love wild camping but I've opted for a campsite for my first non summer weather 🌧️

[@AirbornePirates]

Caitlin I heard about the flood warnings in Scotland, have a great time, be safe 😎😎

[@timeemotion1076]

UFOs, spooky stories and a mad night of camping what more do you need 👍👍😎

[@AirbornePirates]

Cheers 👋

[@user-jz6to8md3c]

Seems like fun.

[@Fredgangai]

I can tell you something now there would be a clean up team to clean up the mess straight away. Love your vid. God bless you Brother.

[@mkim5615]

Love the power of Mother Nature. Mahalo for sharing

[@NINaRyndoutdoors_]

👆🔝

[@bababuch1207]

You are a brave man. The tent survived too!

[@Finding457]

Exhilarating! Thank you for taking me with you 😊

[@hairblairbunch81]

That's wild. I'd be absolutely kacking it 😂 Fair play to you 👏

[@tituspullo9210]

Adversity, i love it. I like your attitude. Upbeat and always positive. No big drama show like some other channels when the weather is a bit windy 👍

[@photooutdoor2574]

That’s the reason I only use Hilleberg or my own diy tents. All of them withstood extreme weather.

[@nigzn789]

lovit lovit lovit!

[@davelongmore4384]

Really well done, thank you, just what I would have wanted to do & so I enjoyed it from home. And, you didn't say that it was terrible & you couldn't sleep. I sleep like a baby in wind & or rain storms, not worried if my tent sags, only if it rips through & even then, oh well. It is worth having a tarp inside, ready to put over you if rain or snow leaks in.

[@outdoorsummiteer399]

Ace vid , lol them tents would survive a tornado 😂

[@moggie994]

I could listen and watch this channel all day. Top bloke

[@chrisspires9302]

Great video mate! I agree with you, love camping in that kinda weather,!

[@Salveo-]

Hilleberg Soulo - probably the only tent I own that I would even attempt something like that in. Love how the tent pitches from the ground up and clips on to superstructure. Great adventure!

[@AirbornePirates]

It’s a great tent, well proven. Cheers

[@christopherrobinson972]

Ida gone in the back of the van and listened to the wind from there while sleeping hard.

[@benhikescamps]

Incredible camp Matt. A true test for the Soulo. Brought back memories of my south coast beach camp last weekend: trying to pitch in wind and then the weather getting much worse hours before it was supposed to! I might need to check out the pegs you used. Great video mate. Glad you made it through safely. ATB - Ben

[@AirbornePirates]

I did think it had similarities to your beach camp! Luckily I didn’t have the tide line to worry about! When you out next mate?

[@ladymarwa2539]

Wow loved watching this video.

[@AirbornePirates]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@dodocamping]

The weather was very extreme, very strong wind gusts were visible. You are extraordinary. I hope you always healthy

[@DanieltheTruebadour]

Terrificly done! Great tent, great stormy weather, great stories - well done!

[@AirbornePirates]

Thank you kindly!

[@jeanwegner981]

Loved this , my kind of channel …. 💕💕💕

[@dougieranger]

Brilliant. Hilleberg tents are superb. 👍🏼 Slaìnte. 🥃

[@Lanedar68]

Awesome stuff!!!

[@JCreole]

Crazy…that’s one hell of a tent ⛺️👍

[@rajahdoha]

Seeing it as Video its Thrilling, To be in the Situation Scary.. Super Adventure Video & efforts.. 👌🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@AirbornePirates]

Thank you 🙌

[@alanrobertson5497]

Your are a very brave man.🙏💖

[@michaelpaulmurdoch2894]

Amazing video . Brilliant. Well done👍

[@AirbornePirates]

Thank you 👍

[@dulciemargaretcolton145]

Good tent that one. Survived in extreme weather, just what you need. I used to camp with my three girls in Manifold Valley Derbyshire. I put 4 xtra guylines on my tent and it survived terrible windy night. We could hear it coming down the Valley. Four tents were down people still asleep in them lol. Was gr8 fun and like you we loved it. NEw subscriber, loved the video. Take care

[@Stormx2233]

Now that looked like fun..

[@louislapointe9601]

Absolutely Madhouse. Keep on doing what you're doing!

[@twisttwister8254]

Crazy 🎉 amazing u made it out

[@AirbornePirates]

Thanks for watching!! What’s the Worst conditions you’ve camped in? ⛈💨⛺️

[@joinmeoutdoors]

While camping in the Brecon Beacons earlier this year, winds were set to hit 35 mph on the summit I pitched next to. I recorded over 60 mph just before packing up, and half an hour later I was being knocked off by winds that I measured at 105 mph! Brutal!

[@markadriansneydms]

Just spent 5 weeks camping in Shetland 50/60/70 mph winds every day non stop

[@joinmeoutdoors]

@@markadriansneydms Sleeping can't have been easy!!

[@GrizzlyGaz]

@@markadriansneydms what shelter were you using and would you recommend it?

[@204477]

I remember one occasion when I was camping with a mate in a 2 man tent. He'd had a curry for dinner needless to say the winds were full blast....One of the worst experiences of my life. Never been camping again. 🤢

[@lifesahobby]

a great night's sleep was had for sure

[@Headspace101]

I’ve always loved camping but not done it for years! I am obsessed with watching camping vids in extreme weather. So cosy!!! Want to do..where to start?!

[@Moose_97]

100% agree with the cooking ventilation part ... I had a bad experience a while ago XD

[@christy5321]

It’s the tent for me!!👏👏 Great job and great video

[@tobias88-]

That was a proper test of that tent 😂 👍

[@bionicwomanlondon2004]

Loved this! Felt like I've just been camping with you. Fabulous. .

[@AirbornePirates]

Thank you! It was a wild one ⛈

[@petergilbert72]

Impressed that the Soulo did so well with just one set of poles (and 9mm at that).

[@AirbornePirates]

She’s a beast of a tent ✌️

[@michaelcarman4875]

impeccable

[@craighambrook1951]

Absolutely brilliant experience that, deffo getting a hilleberg tent 😎👍

[@AirbornePirates]

Legit bomb shelter 🏕

[@helene6295]

Aahhh reminds me of my army days camping in the Brecons beacons my tent got blown away with me and others in it we were all in are bras and knickers soooo embarrassing when the guys had to help us out bloody cold too 😁 CT real spooky too round the campfire telling ghost storys

[@AirbornePirates]

Cheers H! British army softie pants for the win

[@helene6295]

@@AirbornePirates lol I was a right private Benjamin the wind was real bad we had to abandon camp we were all shitting ourselves yet the girl guides camped further along rode it out they alot braver than us we had the piss taken out of us for weeks 🙄

[@helene6295]

@@AirbornePirates respect u didnd give in ♥️

[@37bignick]

Spirit level on the pan, seen it all now lol, each to there own i guess. Good video tho 👌

[@MaryMac247]

Wow great video! I can't wait to get a Hilleberg one day! Looks like it's worth every penny. Cheers

[@MarkventuresNE]

Mint watch that!! Brilliant! Exactly what it’s all about! 👏🏼

[@AirbornePirates]

Thanks Mark 🤟

[@theheightoflife]

Great video pal and superb effort with the filming in the conditions.... I absolutely love my Soulo, what a beast of a tent 💪🏼💯💪🏼 ATB... Chris

[@AirbornePirates]

Glad you enjoyed it dude! Soulo is confidence inspiring

[@theheightoflife]

@@AirbornePirates Is sure is pal 👌🏻

[@kevinashford1219]

It’s amazing what a thin film of fabric can protect you from,, should name that tent the Condom 🤣

[@AirbornePirates]

😂😂🙌 haha wouldn’t have the same appeal “just headed up the mountain with my condom”

[@slicker383]

Really enjoyed this spooky adventure!!!

[@TheDaz2708]

Watched in our camper having a beer with the diesel heater on. Never have I been so happy to be in my van 🙂👍 tent seems solid though 👍

[@AirbornePirates]

Cheers mate! I still fancy a van camp in mine

[@TheDaz2708]

Trude my partner said just that why doesn't he just stay in his van? I was like thats kinda defeating the object as he wants to try the tent out 😆. Ours is sorted pretty much now. Got a 3rd leisure battery to go in soon. Got 200w solar on roof. Definitely a powerbank and foldable solar next year. Its just ongoing really more we use just adapt it. Look forward to some van content 👍

[@medicinegone]

You: Just checked the winds; 65mph Me: Noice. Greetings from the mountains of northern Colorado, where it gets plenty windy and I love it.

[@myepicjourney8275]

I'm watching your video long past Halloween now March of 2023. that's what I like challenge of the elements.