🌩️ Was Storm Camping in the LARGEST Pop-up Tent a Mistake? - Heavy Rain and Storms Camp

[@Addy-ft4ps]

Honestly, Luke, we pretty much just need you, the forest, and a bit of gear in these videos. Rain, storms and wildlife are icing on the cake but the cake is good as it is. Heal quickly. Saying a prayer for you. Greetings from Canada.

[@papajeff5486]

Yep, I took my 3 daughters to Myrtle Beach camping in a hoop/pole tent. The poles made hoops as they were passed through their sleeves. Staked out, the tent looked great, plenty of room. Then a big storm came, full on, from ocean to beach. It blew the tent flat to the ground, puddling in the folds. Watching, I told my young daughters to get in the car. “We’ll go out to eat and come back when the rain stops”. It was a heck of a storm. We went to Joe’s Crab Shack I think. Upon our return we gathered the still flat tent, our junk inside, and went to a hotel. We became a tarp family and never went back to the beach.

[@vic2265]

There is not a single tent anymore that I trust. If I buy a new tent no matter who it is from I check for seam tape and if none I do it myself. I also retreat tent with a waterproofer myself before even taking it out. I know my tent wont leak because I did it myself!

[@roberthadlock6555]

I've gotten into the habit of doing this also. The only tent I have ever purchased and had no issues with or had to seam tape is the North Face Wawona 6.

[@badmoon7549]

@@roberthadlock6555 Great Tent for rain. The Marmot Limestone 6 is also a good rain tent.

[@ReasontoLiveAdventures]

I completely agree. I buy higher end used gear, then test it out on the ole family farm. Also, it’s all Luke reviewed stuff.

[@JC_Chappy]

​@@roberthadlock6555can confirm this. Best tent I've had so far. Also have the Gazelle T4Plus but haven't used it in the rain yet.

[@howlers8]

that's fair., smart too

[@docchaple5000]

I always use a tarp over my tent. Gives me more outdoor cover plus protects the tent more. Luke thanks for the recommendation of the aqua quest tarps they are my go to now

[@martinhafner2201]

The tarp over the tent helps you stay warmer on cold, dry winter campouts. The black night sky chills the tarp surface very cold from radiative heat loss, but the tent under it has no direct view of the black sky, so your tent skin runs a little warmer. It works on hot days also, so you may be able to take an afternoon nap in your tent.

[@robertwilliams450]

Tarps is what we started doing back when we camped. Even back.8n the 80s and 90s tents weren't water proof let alone water resistant

[@nyneeveanya8861]

My family has always tent camped. Every tent my dad ever bought he sealed the seams and added his own waterproofing to every spring. Still used an under tent ground cover and a large tarp over the two tents. Occasionally we might get some dampness if it thunderstormed very hard all night but not as much as you had after 3 hours. Of course, him being a lifetime military man, he had a checklist for everything to go with us when camping that he checked every time and made sure was in top order. Always plenty of dry wood, water, flashlights for nighttime bathroom runs, Coleman lanterns and fuel, first aid kits with everything for bug bites to broken limbs. I can no longer camp like that due to mobility issues(can’t get up and down from the ground, well up anyway. I can fall down easily) but I surely miss it.

[@antnguyen]

Wishing you a speedy recovery sir, lay low, back pain ain't nothing to f with!

[@kathybrandt6060]

I agree 100% maybe getting some muscle relaxants and the hot tub and just rest for a few days.

[@theamericandream69]

Love the sound of the Rain on the Canopy reminds me of past camping outings

[@ColemanCanna]

I sleep to rain on canopy every night

[@danielkutcher5704]

I set up a tarp in the yard and put a chair under it sometimes when a good storm is on the way. It's a little sanctuary. Just enough to be comfortable.

[@htuckey]

Hoping you have a speedy recovery from your back injuries! I really enjoy your channel - it's a refreshing change from the usual, and a really worthwhile way to spend some time.

[@barbarawilliams5621]

Luke, no worries about the change of venue, you gotta do what your body can do, so later when your back is happy again, the backpacking trip can be done. In the meantime, we wanted to see the rain testing on this tent, so we are glad you did it early! We are not picky about location, but the adventures are always good…no matter if they are equipment testing or camping…

[@wheelsondown]

Thank you for your testing these products. I was looking at getting this tent because with my mobility issues, I’m a wheelchair user, setting up my current tent requires the help of friends. I thought this tent would be something I could do without help but since it didn’t perform well in rain I think I will stick with what I have currently. At least with my current tent I know myself and everything will stay dry even if the underside of my tent is like a waterbed.

[@michellereed5638]

Luke, Understand back problems, as my Dad has suffered most of his life having fallen out of a tree as a young child, never got help. I have mild scoliosis never treated. I have had problems with L5, L4, L3- discs in my back. Did exercises to help L3 and L4. Now just have degenerating disc in L5. Some sciaticia. My Dad is the same with some same problems, but at 83, with bone on bone with his knees he is skating, and teaching young ones to skate and having a blast! I am so proud of him! He is my heroe and inspiration. I am 61, have a hospital bed in my bedroom, I write this from. but I am rehabing. You and Susie inspire me too. Love your videos. I am intested in easy pop up tents. I will be paying attention to this video. Praying for you both all the time! Blessings from Gresham Oregon, Michelle Reed

[@diannsanford2436]

Luke, take care of yourself!! We're here for you.

[@DaGarbageDisposal]

Hope your back gets better man. Thanks for the video and the relaxin' time spent watchin' it. On a tryin' to be funny not .... I always say "I have a weak back, happened bout a week back"

[@nutzaboutnature1738]

Hey Luke, I know your pain.... Two spinal surgeries back to back in 2020.... Yet you were able to get through it, squatting, bending and everything else to complete this video. You are a tough person... Kudos my friend and I hope for a speedy recovery.... 😊

[@bizz456]

Luke I have all the sympathy there is for ya. I have struggled with chronic back issues for over a dozen years. At least some degree of pain everyday. There is no fix for me, but sure hope you heal soon. I know what that misery is. Sending healing thoughts and prayers your way bro 🙏🏻

[@markall8641]

Luke now that you have it, I would say if it’s just leaking and you have already got it and like it for the most part. Just seam seal and water proof it yourself. But yeah if you haven’t bought one then I wouldn’t unless it’s such a great deal and you don’t mind seam sealing and proofing it. Thanks for a good video. Would love to hear why you like it Luke.

[@ShaunsJeep]

Video quality is top notch. I love the rain dtops hitting thd tent. Relaxing..

[@carolwelcome2882]

I’m so sorry you hurt your back Luke. You handle the pain like a trooper. I understand what you are going through. I suffer from severe back pain as well. Hope you feel better soon

[@bettymynatt7339]

Sorry to hear about your back problems returning. I live with it every day so I can relate. Praying yours gets better soon. God Bless you and Susie.❤❤❤❤❤

[@ColemanCanna]

Hoping the best for the back. I ended up 6 years ago in a wheelchair paralyzed from the waist down. Had come back from a PCT hike 6 months earlier. Im thankful to be out of the chair and i guess i can call it walking. I have no clue what happened but my spine got destroyed. I hate knowing my hiking days are over. Take care of that back my friend tho im sure you already know. 👊

[@dulcefius]

Hi Luke! You ARE my go to for product reviews! You’ve never steered me wrong!

[@dulcefius]

Luke, I saw your previous video about this tent. Wondering why you didn’t set up the awning with the tent?

[@ito2791]

Great review! Smart thinking, setting up the truck tarp. I was really hoping the tent would work out, because I like the ease of setup and size. To me, $80 isn’t cheap for a tent you can only used in dry conditions. Your idea of the tarp over that tent is great too. And since tarps are affordable, a simple fix to use this tent in the rain. Regardless what’s wrong with your back, I hope it’s only a temporary thing, that is easily resolved. Thanks for the work you do, and sharing!

[@jasonyasumoto2163]

Luke, Thank you for this rain testing of the Korean tent. Too bad it leaked. It seemed so effortless to set up.

[@DashCamAdventures4U]

I watched your first review of this tent and am glad you are doing the rain test! Good luck with the test and I hope you heal soon. Now back to the video🧐

[@dennisshorter]

I think the tarp/tent combo a great idea. I know you will likely waterproof the tent yourself. A good easy setup, and it looks like a neat tent idea. Take care of that back, and God bless.

[@lindameagher9410]

As I'm watching this we're getting the same weather. And it's extremely humid 30.. feels like 38. And we just got an alert for Strong thunder storm. I'm in Canada. I enjoy watching you because of your no bs. Tell it like it is.. it reminds me of my late husband. Just the truth. And it didn't have to sound pretty . lol good luck with your back. I hope you're feeling better soon.

[@Peter-gv2gn]

Good luck with your back luke, wear and tear happens to everyone, rest up more, all the best from England.

[@SouthwestSky]

As an actual storm chaser myself I enjoyed Twisters. The movie was meant to be corny and tongue-in-cheek, not a docu-drama about the science of tornadoes. There have been many attempts at more realistic knockoffs of the original Twister, but they have all flopped. Twister and Twisters adds a fun ‘twist’ to the world of storm chasing that makes it actually funny. so depending on how you go in with your expectations it’s definitely going to influence your opinion in the end. I seriously suggest you rewatch the movie at some point all the way to the end and enjoy it for what it is and not for what you expect. I guarantee you’ll like it.

[@michaelscott4861]

I found the movie to be ultra stupid and unrealistic in the extreme. AND i never expected it to be realistic in the first place. It was basically the same formula for a Hollywood romcom…just change the names of the characters, but, i did not find it to be funny either. I, would have walked out of the theater also, if i had seen it in a theater. But i am happy some people enjoyed it. The family i saw it with enjoyed it also.

[@markrossnagel4680]

Sorry to hear about your back, prayin for quick healing. At 65, I can relate even though I can pull a muscle putting on socks. Welcome to the aging process. Bummer about the leaking but with your seam observations early on we expected it. Still, a night out is a night out even if you had to seek shelter in the 4runner. Cowboy coffee first thing on a rainy day!

[@rickycowan6969]

Right! You know you're getting old when you hurt yourself sleeping 😂

[@eugeneenslow8563]

Tai Chi 👍

[@jameshampton3969]

​@@rickycowan6969I've had to wear a knee brace while sleeping for years. It doesn't bother me during the day, but if I don't wear it while I sleep, I'm unable to put weight on it afterwards. Getting old sucks, but it beats the alternative.😂

[@bluestarx2208]

I saw TWISTERS and thoroughly enjoyed it. The main thing to remember is that it is NOT A FILM TO BE TAKEN SERIOUSLY. 😊 If you do that, it will be enjoyable.

[@GarySimpson-ku5sf]

Hope your back gets better better real soon don’t like to see you my friend in pain good adventure see you soon Gary Liverpool

[@kinjiru731]

Hope your back is better soon, Luke!

[@angel19642001]

I never get bored with yr adventures i hope that you feel better with your back

[@pingpongballz5998]

I enjoyed Twisters. Glen Powell reminded me of a younger Tom Cruise

[@tac4bravo]

Luke, I hope your back feels better! Take care of yourself and get it checked out! Thank you for your awesome videos

[@bingusbingus776]

Hope you're back feels better soon Luke.🏕

[@rickwendell3211]

Believe it or not, that little ONETIGRIS Bungalow has been through several severe thunderstorms, winds around 35-40, been flattened to the ground (my bad), and has never leaked. I hope your back gets better soon! I have arthritis in my spine and can be real fun at times. Great vid under tough conditions!

[@RalphERo824]

Luke invest in ventvisor for your front doors and the rear doors. Open the windows just above the bottom of the visors and use your fan. That will draw cooler air into the front and the fan will keep it moving. I too liked the tent but since it leaks it is a no buy. Thanks for the video.

[@thamutubegurung]

Oh man, take care of your back. Take your time healing. Sending warm Namaste from Nepal and super glue like healing prayers. 🙂🙏

[@NikkiEvernight]

Big love to you Luke, out there testing things with a bad back. I hope it eases soon. Thank you for doing what you do, you gave me the knowledge and courage to head back out on my own after raising my kids. You make an impact, even if it's not always clear x

[@bmmaclearn]

Awesome intro, the sounds and music! Fun gear review, so helpful, have wondered about these pop up tents for awhile!

[@Derek-t9h]

Hey Luke love the content really relaxing and enjoyable😊 you and Tony from AB camping are ma fav, 😂

[@ipnpen311]

rest and relax Luke. Back problems need healing.

[@Aicfan20]

Dang man I was so hopeful for this one! I have the frontrunner flip pop tent that works like a dream and this one seemed like just a bigger version of that. Glad I didn’t make a purchase on this one, my frontrunner never ever leaked

[@MarcMichaud-z2t]

Just keep doing what you're doing. You're doing great

[@stevenrandolph5635]

I hope your back heels up quick and my family and I will be praying for you. You always have great videos Luke so I don't care what kind of video you do all your videos are a soiled 10. Strength and honor

[@RosrShafer]

I hope your back feels better soon. Take care

[@ginamaria2579]

Sending love and healing energy 🙏☺️

[@Sushi2735]

Of course it leaked! But compliments of that fantastic tarp set up over the truck! You do. Not need a tent! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@Sushi2735]

You do the best tarps ever!!👏👏👏👏

[@seapine99]

Great video! Well, not surprised it is leaking badly. Since it doesn't have a rain fly and unsealed seams I was expecting the outcome to be exactly the way you found it. Thanks for a great review!

[@muriellejacobs3736]

Couldnt wait for this rain review. Had a popup tent about 10 years ago and it was a disaster. Just the dew went through..wasnt even raining... went.in the trash after a couple uses. Beside it was impossible to fold.back up. Take it easy Luke or should I say cpt hot tub 😅😊

[@DCL26]

So sorry about your injury, Luke. Thanks for bringing us that episode.

[@grahambyrne8714]

Hope your back has a speedy recovery love your vidieos gr8 stuff buddy.

[@violetraquelgarcia5143]

Praying for You Luke 🙏 ❤ take Care 😊

[@lindasmith2935]

Hope you're feeling better soon. I've had some bad back pain in my younger days that was the worst. I hope you the best and wish you fast healing. I like the tent in your video but as soon as you showed the seams I knew it would leak. So, small price but must spend money on your own waterproof sealing. Thanks for the review.

[@chrisdickenson1043]

Hope you heal up quick my friend! Take it easy...

[@BunnyLady2010]

hope your back gets better soon. I love seeing you test the tents even if it does not rain

[@erizzle67]

Your back pain really spoke to me. I was lucky to avoid back pain most of my life. I’d seen my mom struggle with it for decades. Then one day I had a minor routine surgery on my intestine. Botched. Long story short I nearly died, years of recovery, etc. My ab muscles are basically a mutilated mess now, and the strain that’s put on my back has been insane. Had to do physical therapy. Went to 27 excruciating sessions. Still struggling 3.5 years later. My advice is just take it slow and steady, be patient, don’t overwork it. If PT is available to you give it a shot. The coolest thing I did was this zero gravity treadmill. Good luck and I hope you heal well!

[@gwgrote5]

You seem to be in great shape. I hope you didn't re-injure your back. I'm a PT and you might just have "muscle guarding" which can be painful as it tries to further protect you. Thank you for taking the time to test out these tents/recreation equipment. It makes a huge difference when we are trying to choose what to buy next. Where is Lone Wolf Mountain? Btw, I've heard the phrase but never saw a person "pray for rain." lol 🌧😎 I'm sorry that the tent wasn't a quality tent. I guess when something looks too good to be true, it actually is.

[@joshuastanden]

I was not surprised it leaked. Popup tents seem to be fair weather only for the most part, regardless of their labeling. - Which brings me to another suggestion. On the Tents that failed in your testing - have you ever considered doing a series of videos where you make them waterproof after they have failed? Like adding seam tape, or otherwise modifying the tent. Something along the lines of "you can buy this tent for X amount, and then apply TOGR upgrades for X amount of dollars, and an X amount of time spent"

[@larryfisher5796]

Years ago when I did a lot of tent camping I always used a big tape over the tent

[@breygon1]

I can empathize with you with the back issues. I initially hurt my back while I was in the Air Force in Germany in the mid-late 70s, but it didn't become a problem until much later when it showed up as a herniated disk between L4 and L5. Fast forward to 2010, I fell about 20 feet from a latter and had non-displacing fractures of L2 and L4. My back has not been the same since. I can sneeze hard and get a back spasm. So I can truly understand your pain, my friend. Motrin and a heating pad or rice are frequently my best buds.

[@normachildree8157]

Hope your back is better soon.love your videos.

[@LatriciaChapman-m9m]

Good morning....I enjoy watching your videos... Please stay safe and say hello to your wife Susie...my name is Latricia and I live in South Georgia...I can't drive so I appreciate you sharing your life adventures with everyone...I'll keep watching... you be safe...

[@lawrencetalbot55]

I always pitch my tent under my tarp, never get a drop of water in the tent, unless I spill it. I prefer not to have to be concerned about it.

[@nonacee5065]

He would, too, if he wasn't testing the tent.

[@susanrobin894]

He always seems to keep his tent from under the tarp. At least in the videos I've seen. Maybe he testing then too, though.

[@VernonHall-n2k]

The awning over the truck is nuch better than the tent

[@SlowPokeGoat]

Great idea for a video, I also have back pain. I had a compression fracture of my T9 in 07. You should do back brace reviews to see which one helps the best and gives you the most mobility while being active. I’m an OTR driver and the 11 hr drive with all the jostling does a number on my back. Love your videos after a long day of driving i can sit in my bunk and watch your video and turn my brain off and just enjoy your scenery. Thanks

[@nomoreblahblah]

Ok in this video it's a test in the rain. Most, tent campers predicted the results of the water resilience test of the tent. I'm not waiting to find out. No matter what the manufacturer claims, and how much the shelter costs, it's seam-seal every seam and then use the correct waterproofing solution for the entire rain fly and other parts of the exposed tent. In the video, the zipper system worked well. Good video. Thanks

[@seekingjoynow1722]

Hope you feel better. ❤❤❤

[@MyHome7_Carla]

Ugh! I've been dealing with low back issues for several years now. I fell through my attic in the 90s and it caught up with me. Plus if I'm correct you are a GenX like me and you know what that means!? Just a stumble can throw our backs out of whack!!! Just saying! 😂 Good bless and get better! 🙏🏼

[@JasonGoulder]

I saw twisters and loved it. I’ve also watched every video you’ve posted for the last 5 years and loved them. I would say that makes me a pro critic

[@SweeetAdeline]

The spine can regenerate. I enjoyed your video. Thank you 😊

[@browsman2328]

I’m not exactly shocked that this tent leaks. I would be suspicious of any pop up tent. I’ll bet it’s crap in the wind also. Ok a person could put a tarp over it in the rain but that’s not possible in some camp sites due to lack of trees and in any case many casual campers don’t have enough skills to set up a tarp.

[@martinhafner2201]

You can often improve wind stability by running a cord through key points to keep the poles from moving around. That's typically inside the tent if the poles are inside and just outside the tent if the poles are more external. You can also lash the poles together at any points where they cross to stiffen it up for wind or snow load.

[@martinsaunders7925]

I don't have enough skill to set up the popup 😄😄

[@jtuck6065]

You should start putting cameras in the tint during these tests so you can splice in footage of what’s happening inside as it happens. Would make it a lot more interesting 😊

[@danielkutcher5704]

I never saw it spelled "tint" before. I hear it lots of times down south, though.

[@jeffreywhitaker5154]

Man Brotha Luke I love car/truck/SUV camping. Especially on the beach!!!

[@mariestansberry3282]

Why is it so much fun to watch this session to determine whether the tent will hold out under heavy rains?

[@subieracer005]

Back pain is no joke.. Feel better soon!!

[@mmmurrayme2006]

The Experience you have is absolutely Admirable, Luke! Great upload! So happy I found your Channel! L❤ve watching from New Zealand.

[@mariohnyc]

that little fan is awesome, use mine all the time.

[@jameswilson9142]

Still a good tent for dry conditions, a lot of people will only use a tent in dry conditions.

[@wizwizwizbang]

I feel ya Luke. A back injury is no joke once youve had one it seems to be lurking around the corner waiting to bite for the rest of your life! Physio exercises are the only relief for me. I didnt have high hopes for that tent so not surprised it failed. Im liking that cooker more n more for car camping...pity the gas tube doesnt thru the flame for bottle inverting and cold weather performance...whats the lowest temp youve had it in and still ok? Keep up the good work.

[@janetburrows137]

If that's the No 1 tent. Then I wouldn't want too try 2 & 3??????❤❤❤

[@BINARYFLARE]

I had back issues and inversion therapy worked for me as it eases the pressure of gravity on my nerves and the disks in my spine. Hope you feel better soon. I would like to see how Night cat pop up tent 2P(PU 2000mm) and Ayamaya pop up tent 4P(PU 3000mm) put up with harsh weather condition. "Night Cat Pop Up Tent 2 Person Waterproof Throwing Tent" and "4 Person Pop Up Tents for Camping - AYAMAYA Waterproof Instant Family Tents with Skylight & Removable Rainfly, Upgraded Large Size with 2 Doors -Automatic Easy Setup Beach Tent with Poles" It will be interesting to watch. Take care!

[@olddaze3328]

I pray your back gets better very soon . Thanks for all the good work .

[@christinaalameda6206]

Thank You Luke for testing Tents camp gears ect. Love and GOD Bless You Suzie and Family Aloha Always PS Praying Healing on Your back in JESUS CHRIST Mighty Glorious Name Amen 🙏🏻 💙

[@3.7brothers32]

I have seen twisters 3 times. Loved it. It grew on me once I realized it wasn't a direct sequel.

[@JosetteAvila-e3o]

So glad you use the things that make you happy like as far as your coffee pot goes-I remember in one episode someone commented about a coffee pot you are using which really upset me cuz it wasn't anything nice they had to say like you I use the same coffee pot I do what's comfortable for me and if they want to watch me fine and if not fine. Although I don't have a channel but yours is nice to watch

[@prestongilbert4199]

I feel for you Luke. In 1997 while hiking in the Czech Republic I fell and hurt my lower back. Twenty seven years later that injury led to deterioration of 2 disks in my lower back. I used to walk 8 to 10 miles per day routinely. Now I am happy if I can do 3. That's with weekly chiropractor adjustments. Sigh.

[@henrasla4119]

Hope you feel better soon 🍀

[@Nytestealer0831]

they also sell decathlon pop up tents like that.. was planning to buy for my next moto-camping.. you might want to check them out.. theyre worth around 100USD.. i was given one like this, a cheap chinese brand.. i always use tarp over it.. btw, you might need a chiropractor massage for your back..😉

[@tinaferrier5637]

I hope your back gets better soon

[@MrWasteofmytime]

HI Luke! I sure hope your back is feeling better since this episode!

[@Quintellectual]

Hope it gets better Luke! Love your videos!

[@CathyMaurice-l4c]

Thanks for the review Luke. Try a chiropractor, mine does wonders for my back when I had an I jury. Now I just have regular adjustments every few months

[@rosellawerbicki]

I watched your video's for a while now but only subscribed today. Love them!!!! hello from Beautiful British Columbia Canada (North Shuswap)Sorry about your back! Get well soon.

[@panzerabwerkanone]

A mistake? Giving us the most honest reviews of outdoor gear is not a mistake. You do what you need to do. Mission accomplished.

[@draza-x4b]

Hi from Australia Luke sorry to hear about your back speedy recovery old mate we love your reviews down to earth easy to understand and very well thought out.

[@suzannelazarevski354]

Hi Luke and TOGR team, Luke I hopè you recover your health very soon and are not experiencing pain in your back for very long. I think I would like the Twisters movie, no matter how corny, I plan to watch it all the way through once. About the tent. I slept the night in a tent in a terrible storm at Byron Bay, in New South Wales in Australia, that tent leaked about as much as the one you presented. At the end of the day I was grateful for the amount of shelter I had because the storm was so bad. Looks like the solution will be in the application of a D.I.Y. product. Thanks for making another informative clip. Suzanne Qld Aust

[@janetburrows137]

I know how you feel. I did my back in when I was around 13 / 14. I'm 58 and after multiple surgeries, it's just getting 😮 worse. It not fun, I know how you feel. 😢😢😢❤❤❤❤🇬🇧🇬🇧🙏😞