Perfect for DofE BUT Why I Wouldn't Choose To Use the Vango Soul 100 Tent For Myself.

[@littlegrandadoutdoors]

@#antsurvivethenight I have the bobcat 1 in my tent collection.. I then persuaded a friend to buy one olso.. I took him to the peak district so he could get a first use out of his.. he loved it too.. this was because i saw your few video's you made of it... then when we were in the nags head in Edale , I though you were in there. I couldn't be sure , so I didn't approach you/ him... just letting you know that you do affect people's lives...

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

Ahh that's wicked mate! I'm really chuffed I help you guys make that choice and like me your happy with it! Thanks very much for watching the videos mate I truly appreciate it. Oh not sure that was me mate, not been there before I don't think. I haven't touched the Peak District really. I've been to a couple of places but I'll be smashing it this year o reckon both wild camp and also in the van! Thanks for your comment mate.

[@ilovestarwars4702]

Hey! Nice video I'm planning to go bike packing across my country for 10~11 days. And I'm focusing on weight and compaction. In this case, would you recommend it? or still no? (I'm 6ft)

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

Hi there! Thanks very much for watching. Oh sounds like a great adventure your about to have, where you planning on going out of interest mate? At 6ft I'd definitely stay clear of this tent. Depending on your country and if OEX ships to it or not, I'd recommend the Bobcat 1 it's a fab tent. There's also a ultra lightweight version of it on sale now too. Good luck on your adventure!

[@Jayapullani]

I use a Vango Ark 300+ with Adventure Tarp for week long camps, it is ideal for one person or even 2? Very comfortable space albeit being compact. It has a good porch area. This also states about 7 minutes to put up, but takes me about 3 hours!!!! Also to take down and pack all the kit. I don't drive but get dropped off at a camping site. I have now bought the Vango Soul 100 for a weekend stay via bus, so kit needs to be light. Have not used it yet, and do feel apprehensive about it looking so claustrophobic, I am 5'2". I will again use the Adventure tarp that should extend on the front area and also protect the door if it does rain. I would only rarely use the Vango Soul I feel, but ok for weekend it being an event so not spending too much time in the tent. My long term idea was to get a small tent anyway to store items in when I am camping with the Ark, folding chair, stove, cushions etc otherwise at night the entire tent gets chocka blocked. Good storage tent if nothing else :-) .

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

That's a really good idea there Jaya, use it as a storage area. It's a great idea for use with the camper van as space can get a little tight in there. Good on you also for not being limited due to having no transport. There's a lit of people out there that wild camp via public transport so yeah, all power to you! Thank you for watching and for this comment

[@caitcaora]

I think you may have forgotten to use the ties attached to the inside top of the outer sheet which tie around the hoops in the inner tent. When you tie these, it helps to raise the level of the inner tent so that it isn’t so low inside. Thanks

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

I think you're right mate. That would definitely help with the claustrophobic I'd still have that issue with it being too shirt inside though mate. Thanks for watching and for your comment 🙏

[@mphigham1963]

Good informative video Ant, but it`s not a tent for me ! Those hooped pegs are for pegging down the strap at the entrance off the fly to keep the strap at ground level ! It should have two hole in the strap, one for each peg 😃😃 All the best by the way !

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

Oh nice one! The instructions did not show where they were for cheers for that matey! Yeah great price but unfortunately not suitable for me, who would have thought I'd need a longer tent haha. Thanks again buddy!

[@RickTOutdoorAdventure1969]

Aye definitely not gonna be a go to tent lol, not for a fully grown fella anyhow. Alright for my D of E groups at a push and then we use 200's ( Not much better) Atb mate .. Rick n Billydog

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

Cheers Rick, yeah shame that as I was really looking forward to using it and getting a good night sleep, oh well, back out looking for another budget tent

[@davidhudson7590]

Think if putting it up summer to sleep in but noway as winter tent plus I'm I'm 50s Id struggle get in and out I've msr exilir2 which is Roomy for me and 2 dogs plus gear but my first tent was highlander blackthorn 1 XL one night was it for me in a coffin😂😂

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

Hi David, yeah definitely a 3 season tent pal. It wasn't too bad getting in and out but I wouldn't be taking it out a lot if it was usable for me anyway. I'd like the MSR Exilir2 but it's just too expensive for me, great tent though, I've had a night in one

[@MCMOutdoors]

For me, an ideal tent for young kids mate. The 200 is noticeably larger, Matt used one on our Oktobercamps for many years. Ace value for a little one - not so us grown up neanderthals - just too cramped. ATB pal

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

Thanks Chris, yeah way to cramped at the bottom end for sure for taller folks but as you say, kids it's a great first tent

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

The 200 gets some decent shout outs mate

[@jimbryan2271]

I have the Vango halo pro 200, I don’t think they do the pro range now. Gales thunderstorms it just shrugs it off. Brilliant motorbike camping but could backpack if two of ya. I wouldn’t bother with vangos starter stuff. Big fan though I know Chris and Rick are too, atb happy belated new year! 👍

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

Hi Jim, happy new year to you too pal. Two manner, hopefully it's longer then mate. I too do love Vango gear, it's good stuff. Yeah they are pal. Cheers for watching pal

[@rialobran]

Surprised it's so short, I'd have thought tent makers would be making 6ft tents at least in this day and age, needs a side door too rather than the tunnel. Impressed by your yoga moves getting in it though mate 🤣

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

Yeah way to short pal just that bit longer and it would have been a different story. Tbh I wanted it for that front door as I've got the Banshee with the side door. This looked great in the shop you see. Haha! Yeah I do yoga stretching a few tines a day for my back, need to lose the weight now and I'll be good for the coming year. Unfortunately there's a few more days of eating left yet 😆

[@ashab1]

@@AntSurviveTheNight I know you were considering the alpkit elan you would have the same issues with that but for me its something you set up after dark either have a lightweight tarp and fire close and something I would not use in rain in its good at times but only if you are comfortable in a bivvy bag and I chooses a tent if it's going to rain

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

Ahh right.... I'm looking at the Alpkit bivi for those sneaky stealth camps around some of the monuments around the area where I live you see.

[@nealbe]

Kan not beat problem

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

Yeah it's a problem tent for me mate 😄

[@Phil.Oakley]

I'd say it'd put me off camping using that as a 1st tent. The banshee is way better, but both are low down. I'd never fit in that tent and definitely would annoy me feeling cramped inside. Great review! This will hopefully help people decide

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

Yeah I really liked the look of it. I'd have had to have lost a load of weight just to feel comfortable getting through the door haha but I do still like the look of the tent, it's a shame. Big thanks mate and glad you enjoyed it and think people will possibly be helped in either a purchase or not. Thanks pal

[@clarkysadventures3974]

I think that tent would be ok for an overnight trip using a large day sack and minimalist equipment e.g. Sleeping bag and snack food, no cooking equipment. Of course I appreciate that you would probably die without a brew and a large cooked meal, so it's defiantly not for you.

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

Lol Clarky your right there pal hahah I ouldnt last. Happy new year to you and the family Clarky

[@marksadventures3889]

No clock on screen for the 7 minutes 😂 - like yer style. I can't stand inner first tents, they're just not made for any season passed summer. I do like Vango though. My Banshee still going 20 years on. Don't look now but folk behind yer. Being a short arse has it's merits, but Being a wide gives me other issues like finding jackets to fit across the back and shoulders and under the arms, they're either tight or drown me.

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

Yeah Vango are ace I have faith in them it's just a real shame that this tent is just way too small, uncomfortable throughout the night Mark. Yeah the Banshee is bomb proof isn't it pal. Yes, I'm not a fan of inner first tents either, you could make it just like how the Banshee is and clip the inner in after

[@kennethwilson8633]

Go back to the French army F2 pup tent…If you are gonna use something smaller than that just use a US Army Bivi. Bag system

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

Sorry Kenneth, I missed this comment. Yeah I'll be featuring that tent in the coming camps. I'm in the market for a decent bivi back for these cheeky stealth camps I've got pal. Do you think that bivi is good then?

[@markalanshaw4950]

I recently sold my new Soul 1 after seeing a video of the soul 2 , it's a pity it's not a bit longer as it would make a great starter tent, it should come with a length guidance of around 5.6 ft max! It would be ok for a single night adventure without much gear but not for multiple nights! Tents should be made with a minimum inner length of 6 ft. Good review Ant, cheers Mark.

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

You hit the nail on the head Mark, it's just not long enough. I can cope with the small porch area but I need a comf nights sleep! At 5.9 I don't get that in the soul which I'm gutted about!

[@SmashTheAdventure]

I have a similar tent the allpkit solo and whilst it's lite weight and has the benefit of being freestanding, the limited front entry space is always a pain having to crawl in and out. I much prefer the banche with its side opening but when weight and pack space are factors I still take the alpkit. Thanks for the review, always good value for money the vangos.

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

Yeah I've seen first hand the Alpkit and I do like it, I'm just gutted my back wouldn't. Yeah I think I'm done with front entrance tents mate. Room and maneuverability is a must for me pal

[@benny_mc]

Not room for many beers in that 😂

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

Haha! Nope definitely not Benny. Hope your having a top Christmas mate

[@davidnorman7715]

It's not bad for what it costs etc like you say,D of E I guess. Nice one Ant.

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

Morning David, yeah I'm all about budget where I can mate and like I say for parents wanting a decent tent for their kids to do DofE then it's perfect, just not for me.

[@schonbeardwildmark]

It’s not for the full sized men like myself but maybe great for the younger kids to sleep in next to your own tent.

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

Yeah it's very small Anders mate but as you say, great for the younger generation 👍 hope you've had a fantastic Christmas and I wish you and your family a very happy new year pal. Thank you for all your support last year

[@joehusband8479]

Yeah probably suited to DofE and smaller adults or teens as a starter tent like you say. Great video showing it off mate👍

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

Hi Joe, yeah definitely mate, it's a shame as I was really excited to use it as it had been on my radar for a year but hey not all reviews are good reviews are they mate. I wouldn't be wanting anyone to buy a product I wasn't a 100% behind.

[@ThePreparedNorseman]

Feet in first sort of tents is for the young and nimble campers 😂

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

Haha! Yeah they can be very, VERY hard Norseman 😄

[@aaa111912]

for a few £ more the soul 300 is a very nice simple tent.

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

Thanks mate. I just liked it for the size (one man) but it's just too short

[@mickp3526]

Got the soul 200 get my gear in it use a tarp over the entrance to sit and cook been in heavy weather no probs but small tarp Is a defo.

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

What's the length like in that Mick?

[@mickp3526]

I’m 5 8 think its 6ft I only sleep in it hence the tarp.

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

@mickp3526 ahh right, a but better then, I'd be ok in that

[@nosferatu8293]

Nice review and i've just sbscribed. Cheers.

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

Oh cheers matey, I appreciate that. Glad you enjoyed it, Ant 👍

[@mnmikeoutdoors8595]

Nope. Too tiny. I love the Mossy location you pitched the tent. All the best to you!

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

Yeah very much so Mike. Yeah it's a good woodland to spend time it pal. Thanks for watching bud

[@FreedomOverFear]

Another great video Ant I'm still looking for tents similar to the oex bobcat if you have any recommendations but it seems the oex bobcat is truly in a class off its own at the price point and quality all the best for the new year Ant 🍻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🥳

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

Hi mate, I've been told of a few on the Malham Cove video. A few of the guys gave some great ideas to choose from. I just saw this a while back and liked the look of it. I think you would be hard pushed to find a better budget tent than the Bob really mate. Also, a very happy new year to you also buddy!

[@FreedomOverFear]

@@AntSurviveTheNight thank you Ant all the best 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🍻

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

No worries bud! Enjoy the festivities

[@Jari_Leandertaler]

Good job no affilate links!

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

Thanks Jari. No mate, I purchased this tent 👍.

[@andylittlebritain7680]

No good for me then mate 😂

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

Your a tall fella Andy, you have no chance my man! Lol

[@alanarmer8069]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

Thank you Alan!

[@ashab1]

it's all a matter circumstances I use a two man single skin £25 halfords tent more than I would like to admit and an alpkit elan both have condensation other times I use the helm 1 and those pegs are for the strap if you set it up with the door closed you can cut the strap off

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

Hi Ash, sounds like you have a fair few tents there pal 👍 I'd like to try the Helm 1. Yeah cheers for the peg advice. Oh, not sure I'd cut the strap off though 🤔. Thanks got watch pal

[@rufusduck71]

To be fair on the tent it didnt look like you pulled the inner out properly end to end hence the sagging .and it looked like you didnt tie the fly to the poles so when guyed out it allowed to inner to collapse inward end to end .so effectively shortening the inner tent . Ive had one of these soul 100 tents in a previous incarnation and it was fine for my 5.10 frame .

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

I've had it on good authority the tent is small Rufus, Leon was using the same tent also and said the same. It was pulled out sufficiently and pegged. Even if the pole sagged towards me, it wouldnt have made a difference as the bottom of the tent was pulled out tight as you can see in the video. It would not have stretched out any more than it did.

[@rufusduck71]

Fair enough good to know ..the one I had didn't have the same poles as yours .yours seemed to have corner sections in the main pole my older one was just a straight pole that looped over (and probably why it eventually snapped ) Thanks for the video .

[@Conny79]

defo a kids tent, but ill try again when its warmer.

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

Yeah definitely mate, we struggled didn't we

[@cathoutdoors523]

Great tent Ant. Looking forward to seeing part two. Enjoy the rest of the holidays 😊👍⛺

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

Hi Cath, hope you guys are having a lovely Christmas. I don't think there will be are part two if honest 🤔

[@cathoutdoors523]

@@AntSurviveTheNight Hi Ant yes thanks we are having a quiet Christmas. Hope you and your family are all good. See you on the next adventure ❤️

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

Good stuff! Yeah we're having a good time seeing the family, had mum and dad over yesterday for tea which is always a pleasure 🙏

[@cathoutdoors523]

@@AntSurviveTheNight aw nice one glad your having a good time with your family nice for you to see your mum and dad too. Christmas is special. Enjoy the rest of your break and see you on the next adventure ❤️😊👍