WILD CAMPING in STRONG WINDS - TESTING the MLD DUOMID DCF

Testing the MLD Duomid DCF during a wild camp in strong winds to see how it performs in windy conditions.
Hope the video helps - ATB Stripey

[@camperp195]

Ahhhh we do like a bit of stripey goodness! 👍👍👍👍

[@BonkersAboutAlice]

At first I thought the tent looked very fragile. Then when I saw it double poled and guyed out I was very impressed.

[@outlawedlandscapes]

Very nice sir! The first time I had the Hexpeak in the wind I honestly couldn't believe how well it coped with the wind - and how quiet it was inside! Mon' the mids! :D

[@grelumbass]

Really enjoyable video Stripey. Seems like a great, strong and flexible tent. I haven't had a Lorne sausage in a while (they are rare in the deep south)

[@adge_ventures4915]

A very useful illustration on the duomids capabilities in wind Stripey! thank you for posting Stay safe and well my friend ☺️ Adge

[@gazrichards176]

Cheers again for another great video and useful information, keep u the great work 👍 👏 👌 your a legend 🙌

[@StripeyHatGuy]

Thanks a lot Gaz, glad it was useful 😊 ATB Stripey

[@allankerr668]

Brilliant Stripey!👏👏👏👏👏

[@StripeyHatGuy]

Thanks a lot Allan!

[@anthonyheath3140]

Another great video 👍 Duomid looks like a great piece of kit.

[@StripeyHatGuy]

Thank you very much Anthony 😊👍

[@sams5049]

Looking good, impressive how well it handled the gusts. Looks like a great tent!

[@StripeyHatGuy]

Aye absolutely, looking forward for autumn 😎

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Nice one Stripey! Good review! I guess I might try and buy one of these! 👍👍👍

[@StripeyHatGuy]

Thanks a lot Paul, it for sure doesn't hurt to keep the eyes peeled 👍

[@DAoutdoors]

Nice one Stripey. It always amazes me how easy you put up a tent in high winds! Haha

[@thelifeofbrian282]

Looks the biz Stripey ⛺ super strong 💪 and lightweight 👌

[@richgav]

Great wee video. Tent looks very good. Very stable for such a delicate looking thing. Hope you enjoyed your different meal. Dehydrated food can only go so far 😁

[@StripeyHatGuy]

Thanks a lot Richard! Yeah definitely, found yesterday finally some time for dehydrating some chicken so the next one is not pasta Bolognese 😂 Cheers Stripey

[@stevenfletcher1653]

Love the food Stripey

[@GordonjSmith1]

Impressed with your dinner! 'Future you' I am now beginning to understand why the 'stitched in ground sheet' is not really the best way to go - condensation! Better to shield yourself from the wind and rain, than be in 'an enclosed' humidity trap - stay drier - stay warmer! Love the vlogs.

[@StripeyHatGuy]

Hi Gordon 👋, yeah absolutely! What is also amazing to see is, how 50km/h (30mph) wind look like in reality - still makes me laugh when I read 60,70,80 or even 100mph wind wild camping 😂😂😂. ATB Stripey

[@murchiesmountains2820]

Super video Stripey..The new tent looks amazing 😍..Plenty of room,easy to put up and great in the wind..The food looked the Bizzo as well😁..You can’t beat only Dumfoyne “ The Old Wind Tester”..Top class mate. Cheers Robert

[@StripeyHatGuy]

Thanks a lot Robert! "The old wind tester" 😂😂😂 love it! Time to get the F10 out mate 😎👍

[@murchiesmountains2820]

@@StripeyHatGuy Defo Stripey😂..Iam up for that 😁👍

[@rangatrips]

Jaaaypers that was some seriously strong wind dude! Booooom!

[@iainmc9859]

Now that's proper camping food 😊

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Nice one SHG. Looks like the twin pole option gives a bit more stability and support. I’ve converted your wind speeds to mph which pretty much agree with my thoughts. Still wouldn’t be comfortable pitching in constant winds over 30mph (48kph) but my experience is only with a single pole. Anyway glad you enjoyed the tent. Love mine 😎👍ATB - Dave

[@StripeyHatGuy]

Thanks a lot Dave. Yeah I think roughly the same with the wind speeds, tbh in wind speeds like that I would look for a sheltered spot/or go a bit down the mountain/hill to find a sheltered spot for a better night's sleep. I really like it as well, great tent 👍 ATB Stripey

[@paddymalley8077]

It is a remarkable shelter ... I must one day try the a frame set up. I use a sol escape bivi (tyvek) to go over the sleeping bag to protect from any condensation drips and mucky dogs which uprates the bag too as a bonus meaning you can carry a lighter bag! I will one day too get a bathtub :)

[@nseight]

I agree :-) This looks to be a really nice tent.. You are very Scottish - saying " a wee look" & enjoying tattie scones , black pudding & square sausage :-)

[@StripeyHatGuy]

😊 not sure so if it is a Lorne or square sausage 😉 Thanks Stripey

[@nseight]

@@StripeyHatGuy It is called both , just a different name depending where you live in Scotland. p.s - I am Scottish & really dont like it

[@StripeyHatGuy]

Ah ok, didn't now that. As it is a kind of a fatty one, I like it when it is rather 'dry' than 'juicy' but said this I like nearly every sausage - must be in my Gene's 😂😂😂

[@nseight]

@@StripeyHatGuy :-) *

[@olympicshrinkwrap3502]

Great video! I really liked how you used the hiking poles spread out instead of a center pole. How did you set them up at the top to keep them from slipping? It’s brilliant the way you did it. You give yourself so much more room. I have the Black Diamond Mega Mid and am excited to use it in some serious weather. All the best.

[@PhilHaddon]

More great content. My next tent will be the Durston X Mid 1 or 2, undecided yet. Currently using the Lanshan 1 and 2 Pro depending if I take my little one with me

[@StripeyHatGuy]

Had a look at the durston as well, fabulous tent imho. I think I will keep the Lanshan 2 Pro for camps with fire etc. Cheers Stripey

[@AScotsmanOutdoors]

Excellent to see how tents perform in the wind. My latest has had some wind testing when out but I couldn't say the winds were that strong (licking your finger and holding it to the wind isn't exactly accurate 😂) so I'll need to do a proper test. One thing I can confirm is that I now want a roll 'n square sausage 'n black pudding 🤤 Great stuff as always 👍🏼

[@StripeyHatGuy]

Thanks a lot mate! Yeah is definitely difficult to tell the wind speeds but to have an exact number is probably more interesting for the viewer who can't really tell by the video 😉 The fry up is super unhealthy but also super tasty 🤣

[@AScotsmanOutdoors]

@@StripeyHatGuy Oh I'm sure I've had worse meals 😂 I've not ventured into the fry-up on a hill realms yet but might invest in a wee pan and go for it. I'm still figuring out the dehydrated bolognese.

[@StripeyHatGuy]

Sounds intriguing...guess we need to meet up 😎👍. Oh I am pretty sure you will manage the pasta bolognese, probably more difficult to find the time for it. Thanks Stripey

[@ALochOnTheWildSide]

Lol Stripey - was wondering when you were going to crack with the dehydrated grub 🤣 I know the video was about testing the tent (nice BTW). Tent about 450G - Breakfast about 1KG 😁maybe try dehydrating a black putting but not sure how you would rehydrate with about 4 tablespoons of oil. 🤣👍

[@StripeyHatGuy]

😂😂😂

[@Kev_Russ]

It's almost as good as my Pyramid tent. 😁😉 If I had the money I'd probably have that tent. Pyramid shaped tents always do well in the wind. My pyramid is brilliant in the wind. #teamlanshan 😎😉

[@StripeyHatGuy]

Hi Kev 👋, I assume it is all about the shape for the wind shedding capabilities, so no need to spend a fortune 😉👍 ATB Stripey

[@TheMadmacs]

thats very impressive, i know its a lot of money, but that design looks fit for anything. i look at tents differently since my old vango alpha 300 blew flat on my face and woke me up one night, while i held the tent up with one hand and got dressed with the other, i was trying to formulate a plan to peg the tent out flat, not sure i found a plan but its a good idea to know a tent well enough that if it comes to it, you know how to flat peg it like a tarp on the ground..... ps. you didnt make tatty scone and egg rolls? hehehe

[@naturalflow157]

This is absolutely one of the most peaceful, relaxing, and soothing videos I have seen. Your creativity and spirit is so moving and touching for many of us. I find such inspiration in this because for a few years already I have struggled with my mental health and really slowly I am getting back to things that I used to be able to do with ease. You inspire me a lot and I want to thank you for it. Sending love and wishing you the best on your journey :)

[@StreetShots79]

What the hell? You commented the same thing on my video and I was touched by it. Now I find out its just a copy/paste thing and not genuine.... Huh...

[@serkd37]

Hey Stripey. You look like a happy man with your new tent! You mentioned ticks and rain. Is it true they come out when it rains in your experience? Serk

[@StripeyHatGuy]

Hi Serk & 😸, I am not sure about rain and ticks - to my knowledge they just like it wet and when you have sheep you have ticks in the hills (basically everywhere in Scotland 😂) I meant it separately by getting bit by the ticks or wet due to the rain. Thanks Stripey

[@craig3401]

It took the conditions really well.ive been thinking of adding some bungee cord to some of my guy lines what size do you use

[@StripeyHatGuy]

Hi Craig 👋, the bungee cord I am using is 2mm. Thanks Stripey

[@Ryan-yi5ro]

That moment you wish you got a Durston Xmid

[@StripeyHatGuy]

Why?

[@graxaimcongelado]

I want to get this bathtub, what do you think about the length? I saw it is 210cm, and normally the tents use 230cm. Do you think it is good enough or are you considering an upgrade? I am 1,90m. Thanks

[@StripeyHatGuy]

Hello Grazing, I think that it is a good bathtub considering value for money. Depending where you live (e.g. USA) I would consider making yourself one. I am 1.86m. Cheers Stripey

[@Olan...]

How are the hiking poles connected to each other Herr Stripey ???? could you use a piece of hose pipe ??? I have just bought a Duomid but i haven't tested it out yet . All i have done is fitted guy lines and seen how the Ali express inner fits which i am not entirely happy with just using the one pole so i think the 2 pole solution will help the ali express inner sit better and more central.

[@StripeyHatGuy]

Hi Olan 👋, when I bought the Duomid, I got it used and it came with the pole connecter/cord which is on the mold webpage illustrated. By the end of the day they are just se aluminum pipe bits with a open 'material sock' for connecting the to pipe pieces. You can easily built something like that yourself from your local diy shop + gaffa tape. If you want you can drop me an email and I can send you some pictures. ATB Stripey

[@Olan...]

@@StripeyHatGuy Brilliant Stripey that is so helpful and thanks very much i will drop[ you a line...Cheers

[@StripeyHatGuy]

👍

[@ashtoddphotography]

I’m assuming that your Lanshan is now redundant given that the Duomid is lighter - where does the Duomid fit with your Scarp 1? Given that the Duomid handles strong wind and is clearly spacious does it also make the Scarp redundant? The Scarp 1 is my go-to tent, I really love it, but from what I’m seeing the Duomid is very tempting. Cheers! 👍

[@StripeyHatGuy]

Hi Into the Wildlands, I love my scarp as well and I don't think I will sell it, at least not now. When I get the chance and more experience with the duomid I will head probably to the same spot and do a comparison - my assumption is just that you can't beat the warms of an attached 3-4 season inner of the scarp.... ATB Stripey

[@ashtoddphotography]

@@StripeyHatGuy Hey thanks for the reply. I suppose you could get a 3-4 season inner for the Duomid - I was actually looking into it a couple of months ago and there were a couple of places willing to make a custom inner for around £190, not only that but I was going to use the same dual pole as you so I was specifically looking for the inner to cover 2/3’s of the space. Never the less I decide to stick with my Scarp 1. I’ll look forward to your comparison video. Thanks again 👍

[@StripeyHatGuy]

You can't go wrong with the scarp, I got the duomid as I got it really cheap, otherwise I wouldn't have gotten it. When I read like 190 pounds for an inner tent 🙄 pricey, probably too pricey for me as I already own a scarp as well.

[@ashtoddphotography]

@@StripeyHatGuy the £190 is also why I didn’t go for it, that and I couldn’t find the Duomid second hand. Like you if I could fine one cheap enough I’d pull the trigger, but until then I’m absolutely happy with the Scarp 👍

[@bonpecheur4565]

👋👋

[@vvs3796]

are hoop poled, tents less drafty in high winds? or there is smth magical abt duomids design?

[@StripeyHatGuy]

Not sure what you exactly mean. How drafty a tent is is probably depending how low you can get down to the ground. How well a tent sheds the wind is for sure depending on the surface area to the wind as well as the shape of it. For me it seems that a pyramid shape sheds the wind very good, but that is for sure not mld duomid specific. Hope it helps ATB Stripey

[@richardwaudby7338]

Has the duomid replaced the scarp as go to tent?

[@StripeyHatGuy]

Hi Richard, not sure about winter but it would be great as I like the space and time to pitch quite a lot.