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CAMPING gear I’ve STOPPED using!
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Camping gear I use:
(The Best Quilt) UGQ Bandit Quilt ugqoutdoor.com/top-quilts/ban...
Jetboil Minimo geni.us/JETBOIL (amazon link)
Jetboil pan geni.us/jetboil-pan (amazon link)
Jetboil Utensils geni.us/jetboil-utensils (amazon link)
Little Nalgene bottles amzn.to/3gkrBIX or amzn.to/3qAbhZc (amazon link)
Orange Mug geni.us/SEA_TO_SUMMIT_MUG (amazon link)
Osprey exos pack geni.us/OSPREY_EXOS_48_PACK (amazon link)
Thermarest Sleeping Pads geni.us/THERMAREST_SLEEP_PAD (amazon link)
Thermarest pump geni.us/thermarest-micro (amazon link)
Exped sleeping pad geni.us/exped-pad (amazon link)
Exped pump sack geni.us/exped-sack (amazon link)
Hilleberg Soulo Tent gb.hilleberg.com/EN/tent/red-... (amazon link)
Rab sleeping bag rab.equipment/uk/mythic-ultra... (amazon link)
Mini Stool geni.us/robensstool (amazon link)
Thermarest Sleeping Pads geni.us/THERMAREST_SLEEP_PAD (amazon link)
MSR pocket rocket stove geni.us/MSR-ROCKET (amazon link)
Tent no longer in manufacture. Here’s the newer model geni.us/Terranovapulse (amazon link)
Nite Ize Gear Ties geni.us/gear_ties (amazon link)
Pillow geni.us/TREKOLOGY_PILLOW (amazon link)
BeFree water filter geni.us/befreefilter (amazon link)
Aeropress coffee press geni.us/aeropress-go (amazon link)
Rab Unishelter bivi rab.equipment/uk/unishelter-c... (amazon link)
Big Agnes mat geni.us/big-agness-mat (amazon link)
Thermarest Z-lite geni.us/THERMAREST_ZLITE (amazon link)
Thermarest pump sack geni.us/thermarest-pump (amazon link)
Fizan hiking poles geni.us/Fizan_compact (amazon link)
Trekology Sleeping pad geni.us/trekology (amazon link)
Lanshan 1 tent geni.us/lanshan-tent (amazon link)
folding table valleyandpeak.co.uk (amazon link)
Trangia Stove geni.us/trangia_alcohol_burner (amazon link)
SOTO Windmaster Stove geni.us/SOTO_STOVE (amazon link)
Mini Pot Grips geni.us/GSI_MICRO_GRIPS (amazon link)
ALPKIT Table www.alpkit.com/products/splitta
ALPKIT pot www.alpkit.com/products/mytimug
Salomon Boots geni.us/SALOMON_BOOTS (amazon link)
Foil mat geni.us/foil-mat (amazon link)
www.insta360.com/sal/one_r?in... or Amazon geni.us/instaoneR
geni.us/gopro-Hero8 (amazon link)
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@barryconway 2 года назад

It's as useful to hear about what has been used and is no longer, and the reasons why, as it it is to be told "got this, you should get it". More useful, I'd say - so thanks for that.

@pauldavies9360 2 года назад

I imagine Paul has an underground basement at home packed full of tents and cool camping gear that he walks into each morning, music begins as he strokes his beard, closes the eyes then he points in a zen way to the gear that will be used that day.

@SophisticatedDogCat 2 года назад

I have a statue of Paul carved out of Bronze in my basement. I didn't want to erect it in my front yard because I didn't want vandals getting near it. ALL HAIL PAUL.

@twiglet2214 2 года назад

@@SophisticatedDogCat I have built a Paul Shrine and the solid gold statue of him holding an egg and bacon burger ( with mushrooms and mayo ) makes the Statue of Liberty look like a paper weight.In his honour i have also lined out my Hilleberg Suolo with pine cladding.Each day i make offerings of food,hard and soft,and pleasing kinds of liquids to drink.Inspired by The Master i have minimalized down to the point that all my gear fits into a crisp packet.It's a start. I will dedicate the rest of my life in veneration of Him and have specially written this poem. Paul,Paul you stand tall Just like the coat rack in my hall And you're the greatest Of them ALL ! And from your lips Those words you mumble Just make me feel so very humble ! So if you're feeling tense and ' edgy ' Then watch him play with his pal,Reggie.

@jasoncalvert758 2 года назад

You've even changed your first name to Paul , dedication👍 @Paul Davies

@jasoncalvert758 2 года назад

@@twiglet2214 thats so funny lol , I do hope its true

@twiglet2214 2 года назад

@@jasoncalvert758 I've had Paul tattoos on the inside of each eyelid.I'm starting a campaign to rename the national soccer game - Footpaul.

@joepublic573 2 года назад

very useful review paul - pity more people didn't do this kind of reverse review process... which i find just as useful - ie what works.... and what does not work.

@Eightball69 2 года назад

All of these items work, it's just preference

@rainbowhiker 2 года назад

I have that solar charger; 15 Watt. I live in Utah, U.S.A., second driest state in U.S. It's plenty sunny in three seasons so it works quite well here. I use it to charge my battery bank on longer campouts.

@deanwood1338 2 года назад

Would definitely like to see more things you’ve stopped using. Or maybe a list of things you’ve started using a lot more recently maybe?

@ericmastergardener6285 2 года назад

Really enjoy all of your reviews about camping kit. It’s nice to hear reviews by someone who actually uses it.

@devon_adventure8044 2 года назад

I always think it’s more useful to see what people have stopped using rather than new kit, so thanks for this.

@johne.wilson813 2 года назад

Solar panels have their use. On a 19 day canoe trip it recharged my powerbank several times, I just rested it against the tent and had the bank under the fly and repositioned it a few times during the day. It was slow, but I had all the time in the world so it didn't matter.

@reiver3419 2 года назад

This is a use case in which I’d suggest one

@geraldhenrickson7472 2 года назад

The time required for a solar panel to function well is all that prevents it from taking over the worlds energy needs. If you are always on the move? Not so much.

@themoodyteam 2 года назад

‘repositioned it a few times a day …’ you were on a canoeing tour and kept going back to your tent? Sounds like a bit of a faff. Maybe on rest days?

@stevec-b6214 2 года назад

i took one on a 5 week trek in the altai mountains of western mongolia - no battery shops there! just strapped it to the top of my pack and it really paid for itself, charging my gps and head torch. i use it on multi day hikes in scotland also

@johne.wilson813 2 года назад

@@themoodyteam We might have differing ideas of the concept of a canoeing trip, for me that doesn't have to mean to paddle to new camps every day. I can paddle/portage for two days and then spend a week in the same spot, doing day hikes from there etc. Sometimes you spend the entire day at camp fishing etc. then you have ample opportunity to go and readjust your solar panel as many times as you like without it interfering with much of what you do. On the other hand, if canoeing for you is the compulsive need to spend hours of each day just sitting in the canoe paddling away then you have a very fair point. Note I was on a canoe trip, not a canoe tour.

@neemancallender9092 2 года назад

The Hillberg Soulo is a real 4 season tent It the only tent to use in the winter on the Fells I live in Israel where there is constant strong sunlight The solar panels are superb to recharge battery packs It means an endless supply of power and no need for resupply

@LESSY11111 2 года назад

Shalom, fully agree. The Hilleberg is pretty heavy though, but I travel by car mainly to mid and northern Scandinavia. Have the Staika, not cheap, but own it 12 years with regular usage and it still looks like it just came from the shop.

@scotthunter4 2 года назад

Technically the Soulo is a 3 season tent unless you are referring to the Black Label version.

@jwhistler 2 года назад

@@scotthunter4 "ackchyually", all red label tents are 4 season. black label ones are something you'd use in extreme conditions (think high camps on mountains, blizzards etc.). the Soulo fared pretty well on my winter trips.

@darthkek1953 2 года назад

The Soulo is the "only" tend to use to use in Winter? Not the rest of the Black / Red label Hillbergs?

@TennesseeSlim 2 года назад

I've combined the sawyer squeeze and the hydrapak hydrant pump kit to make my own more efficient trail shot. It can also pump water directly into my water reservoir in my pack. That way I'm not constantly removing everything from my pack to pull out the reservoir and fill it. Extremely convenient and worth the weight imo.

@Chronickle 2 года назад

Always enjoy your videos Paul. I’ve learned so much.

@Daz555Daz 2 года назад

Agree 100% on the solar panel. A typical 10 to 20,000mAh power pack is far smaller and more useful on a multi day trip when you need to keep your phone charged.

@chesshooligan1282 2 года назад

Alternatively switch the phone on once a day to send a couple of texts and you should be good for weeks.

@twiglet2214 2 года назад

Inspired by Paul in future wild camping adventures i'm going to leave the remote control for the 55" curved screen Oled TV at home and operate it by hand.

@stevec-b6214 2 года назад

good tip - i also find the curved screen makes a better windbreak for the gas barbecue than a flatscreen

@twiglet2214 2 года назад

@@stevec-b6214 Wow isn't it great that we can learn from each other like this ! I feel such a fool now not realizing i could of ( have ? ) used the TV screen for a wind break instead of the generator which means i won't need the BA system to avoid breathing in the fumes either.That's a win win situation that would make Paul feel very proud of us - if only he read the comments he could learn so much but he's too busy walking Reggie and holding his arm aloft with the invisible pole,talking to the sky !

@insoleandlaces 7 месяцев назад

Thanks Paul great video definitely a cold one. Wonderful views. Generally I don't stop out but I do like doing night hikes.

@rickymcc8624 2 года назад

Hi Paul Very useful. I'm a novice, so easy to buy any old marketing hype. Your help as trusted, straight talking, experienced user is welcome and appreciated.

@DS-ej6du 2 года назад

Paul, Thank you, another great episode. I find I can't help myself looking at gear and planning 'upgrades' and my kit locker is bulging. I think it must go with the territory. Take care, all the best.

@TonyKitchen471 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing Paul its always a learning curve .

@jamescanjuggle 2 года назад

i love watching what stuff people dont use cause o get to learn about the other side of things

@garethbarker9498 2 года назад

Another great video Paul, I’ve been looking at buying a tent for myself and my dog and watched loads of reviews but found yours very informative. I managed to pick up a wild country Helm 2 for £100 new.

@byroncrump4390 2 года назад

Thanks your advice has saved me as a beginner headaches and money

@bentop9282 2 года назад

Yes Paul, keep the great videos coming!

@petesig93 2 года назад

My use of camping gear is for bicycle touring so the weight is not such a crucial thing as for backpacking with it all on your back. 1. The tent - good to know. I have long been considering between the Soulo and the Akto as a replacement for my 1-person tent. This confirms it for me, the Akto it will be. Our tent for 2 is the Nallo 2GT and it is over 2kg; I would honestly be OK to carry this on my bike even for solo tours. 2. Sit-pad. A thing I do not use. The Helinox Chair One is FAR more comfortable and easy to carry on the bike than a pad like that. 1kg of comfort, worth every gram. 3. Alcohol stove. I would use the Trangia in preference. I like a pair of larger pots to cook with anyhow, as I often do regular meals (pasta/rice, fresh veggies, some salami or tinned fish) and one tiny narrow pot is never going to cut the mustard. BTW at 100 quid, where I am a Trangia set is going to cost about the same money ($A200). 4. Sleeping bags. I normally use my sleeping bag zipped open 90% as a doona on my Exped matt, but on some colder nights (like 2 nights ago) I may find the zipped up bag and even the hood to be very necessary.

@andrewlinskey7856 2 года назад

Good to know what you've bought and stopped using. Very useful.

@DariusFLX 2 года назад

Very similar to what we've evolved away/toward, item for item. Still using the ZSeat, but I like your idea better. Thank you!

@jamesbparkin740 2 года назад

I have used what I guess is the replacement for your Anker... to charge power banks. That one works pretty well like that. In Sutherland this July, it was even bright enough to charge one of those inside my tent although it took all day like that My daughter however has used it successfully for two 5-week stints in summer in Iceland (2019 and 2020) camping whilst doing voluntary work for the Icelandic forestry service.

@HardyBunster 2 года назад

I agree 100% with you about the Evernew titanium stove. I stopped using mine as well. Found it to be overkill.

@richardharrison5622 2 года назад

I've also stopped using sleeping bags and prefer the freedom and versatility of a quilt , would recommend to everyone to try the quilt, it's a game changer 👍

@johnhill5806 2 года назад

What quilts would you recommend? Cheers

@richardharrison5622 2 года назад

@@johnhill5806 cumulus which is a Polish brand of down quilt and Valley and Peak which is a British brand making ultralight synthetic quilts 👍

@johnhill5806 2 года назад

@@richardharrison5622 I shall look it up thank you Richard 😁

@michaelpenney3775 2 года назад

Hmmm more expenditure,no need just open your bag

@GrizzlyGaz 2 года назад

I just open my bag fully. If it gets too cold, just zip it back up 👍

@SimonOutdoors 2 года назад

Great video mate, would like to see more 👍🏻 I stopped using the z seat but that’s because I lost it! Don’t really miss it tbh, take care, Si

@acamparargentina 2 года назад

And here i thought i was maybe the only one preferring a quilt over a sleeping bag!! Funniest thing is i basically can't stand sleeping bags because no matter the cold, i like to have my feet out lol

@ianprice9563 2 года назад

Absolutely agree with you on the MSR Trailshot. I started with a Sawyer Mini, then bought the Trailshot. It let me down badly once (took a LOT of cleaning out and it never seems to have been the same since) and it’s just really hard work and a faff to use. I then bought a Sawyer micro and I absolutely love it! Easy to use - I can even set it up to gravity feed from one ‘bag’ into the other. It’s perfect, in my view.

@Brad-vs1lk 2 года назад

Definitely please show us more of the gear that you don’t use anymore! It is not only interesting but it gives us a bit of an idea why we should not acquire the same type of gear and the reasons behind why we don’t really need it or might not use it as much as we thought! Or it might help us realize that there is a better alternative to what we might be considering to purchase! Thankyou and keep them coming!!!

@darthkek1953 2 года назад

The Evernew set is the best set on the market, IMO. A 750ml pot for food, a 400ml pot for tea/coffee, and that spirit burner is the best in the business - so fast and reliable, including in deep cold or at altitude. The entire set weighs next to nothing and mine is still going strong after half a decade of use. In the pot I've stacked a burner, 2.5 oz of fuel, a titanium foil windshield, lighter, firesteel (backup), spoon, and Swiss Army Waiter knife. Tiny, light, fully-featured package.

@chriswellstead776 2 года назад

Very helpful video Paul, thanks. It's so easy to keep adding bits of kit that just end up living in a box! I have camera kit that hasn't seen the light of day for years! Keep up the good work. Hows that pup doing?

@StuBobsGhost 2 года назад

I bought an Anker solar charger last year and used it a couple of times locally (lockdown and all that). Mine works ok.

@jantomaszrogala4230 2 года назад

Thanks, interesting watching. about solar panel, I have it too, 600gr with 10000 power bank build in. It works when I go for at least seven days without a chance to charge devices, which is not very often, otherwise I take power bank 20000 and 10000, which last for me for 6 days and weights 560gr

@njstone9 2 года назад

Paul, regarding the solar cell - I had one by Anker with three panels that I used on my Everest base camp hike a few years ago. I used it to keep my big powerbank topped up and it worked well - in three weeks I only needed to pay for electricity once. I had it stuck on the top of my rucksack where it caught the sun best.

@markosbroughton5573 2 года назад

Great video Paul thank you and take care

@PrettyGreenMonk 2 года назад

Keep posting vids m8 we are loving em

@apollo12329 2 года назад

Very informative Paul, thanks for sharing buddy👍

@peterbennett4783 2 года назад

Paul, I love your honesty and for the life of me I can’t understand any detractors of your comments. Kind regards from Peter, Victoria, Australia.

@alexandergutfeldt1144 2 года назад

I also own the evernew TI DX stand and stove and fully agree with you. It heats water fast, that is true, but it can't be snuffed out to conserve fuel, and the entire thing gets scary hot... I've switched to the toaks siphon stove, works better for me!

@AndrewOliverHome 2 года назад

I’ve been using one for a couple of years. You don’t really need to snuff it out once you get familiar with how much fuel you need for the pot. It burns so fast that never leaves any fuel. It’s a one trick pony for sure but I’d rather carry it than a JetBoil

@darthkek1953 2 года назад

@@AndrewOliverHome Exactly. I've got it down so I can cook dinner and make a cup of coffee, and within a minute of finishing the flame goes out. That said the DX "stand" isn't necessary, just the burner, a X-guard for it, and a windshield.

@robcook1329 2 года назад

Useful comments. I have always wondered why you seemed to be swapping your gear about and buying new stuff. Then, you bought a van and completely confused me. The fact is, we're all seduced by lighter weights and faster boils. In reality, camping means managing in less comfortable conditions than home. But, we all love it...

@TheSoloSummiteer 2 года назад

Nice one Paul. Fully agree about the Soulo RL, never mind the BL. Still love mine tho and will keep for the right conditions. ATB - Dave

@edamusis 2 года назад

Hey Paul. As always nice video! I usually use my foam mat not only for sitting or extra insulation for my sleeping mattress, but for my back insulation on my Osprey with airscape panel in cold weather, or as back support for my frameless backpack too. Very useful item. I even used it beneath my tent on very rocky terrain in Iceland. I see myself kinda going the same way. To learn more and to find the "best" item for a particular hike or camping spot I starting to have multiple items too. Perhaps this is how it goes for every backpacker. Just because it is very hard to know what is best for you at the beginning. Later new better items appear in our eyesight, so we are kinda keen to try new ones. Usually, if they work better we already can't live without them. I wish there were only 1-2 items to choose from in any category :))))) but to our advantage and disadvantage, it will never be that way...

@lucyoutdoors4586 2 года назад

Where do you find a thin mat like that? I can only seem to find the proper foam roll mats

@bingomat1980 2 года назад

Loved it. Ta.

@martinostberg196 2 года назад

I have used the Anker 21w solar panel (the one with three panels) with some success. Sure it takes up more space than a good powerbank, but sometimes you cannot count on getting access to a power outlet for a couple of days.

@yonderoutdoorsuk 2 года назад

Great content and a different slant on gear. I tend to unzip my sleeping bag and use as a quilt in the summer months. That stove is well pricey. I get what you're saying about the Hilleberg. To be honest I've used my MSR tent in the winter even though it's technically a three season and it's fine and a third of the price of the Hilleberg. Nice idea with the closed cell mat. I do like my Sea to Summit sit mat though. It's a bit more compact than the z lite style and weighs nowt. Thanks for your input.

@bonpecheur4565 2 года назад

I agree with you on the MSR trailshot , pretty hard to use for the small amount of water harvested . Still keeping it for emergency though as it is very lightweight . Currently trying the Grayl Geopress purifier as a replacement . Thanks for the video , just discovered you , I'm subscribing

@marktucker389 2 года назад

Totally agree about sleeping bags. Unless you are camping in very cold conditions then coverings that allow movement are the way to go

@theknowlodge8294 2 года назад

I’d always rather carry an extra bit of weight snd know I’m 100% secure, so I’m happy to take my Soulo most places, most times of the year. For really hot or mild weather I got the Enan.

@IIISentorIII 2 года назад

I just used the Soulo for over three weeks on Corsica . I did place the Tent in locations with no shadows (and a Tarp) and 40 °C, in forests with giant ants, near lakes. On mountain rivers, near beaches with 4 meter waves. Not a single night was too hot for me or I did feel uncomfortable, quite the opposite actually. I always had the door at least 3/4 closed. In the early evening i had the inner tent open And around midnight, I closed it so the ants couldn't get in. Two days i didnt use the vent rain cover. One day we had a heavy Storm where other QUECHUA tents got blown away or flooded and many Tarps ripped in half. My tent and vestibule (with groundsheet) was totally surrounded with brown water with earth and sand, not because i did place it wrong, it was just raining so much that there was a stream of water everywhere. I actually have a picture that someone else made that was outside saving his stuff while i was inside. I had some water in my vestibule and between the groundsheet and my tent was alot of dirt, but thats about it ;). I've been camping for 39 Years now (and have lots of tents) and obviously there is not a single "best" tent. But the Soulo RL is a absolute beast and the strength-to-weight ratio insane. I did use this tent in the Winter in Switzerland for two weeks in Verbier and other places with snow storms where i had to dig the entire tent out in the morning :P I have Huskys and a Samojede sled dogs but i think the Soulo is a true Solo tent and the space for a Dog is not enough for more than a night or two. PS: The fact that this tent is freestanding and you can just move it to another spot is one of my favorite "features" and i use it often :) Cheers from Switzerland

@whenigotothemountains1203 2 года назад

I do the same with the closed cell mat but also use it because it stops slipping between sleeping bag and air mat. Suppose that’s not an issue for quilt users tho!

@alandavis9180 2 года назад

Definitely agree on the Evernew stove. Over uses fuel and gets very hot as the flames lick up the outside. If using metho the Trangia Triangle is the way to go. However for trips longer than a week where weight become more of an issue I'll take my MSR Windboiler or better Primus Lite+. I have several tents including the Suolo but agree the Hilleberg is more a specialist for 4 seasons. Having said that I still use it in gentler climes because it is so easy to erect especially when raining....All in all I always enjoy your reviews Paul. They are well balanced, thoughtful and honest. Cheers.

@themoodyteam 2 года назад

Good point about solar. As technology improves the PV panels get better, but so to do the battery packs in terms of weight/size vs. capacity. Recently spent a week in Scotland and realised that a modern battery pack would work for me. YMMV

@JazzyJeffers 2 года назад

Useful video Paul thanks! Never know when to draw the line with buying gear. Although not going to lie that sleeping bag looks ace compared to mine. Going to do the coast to coast soon and may need to look at getting one as mine takes up far too much room.

@RexJake 2 года назад

i use a powerbank with small solar pannels on it , not the best but will pick up a bar or 2 in good sun, handy backup

@geraldhenrickson7472 2 года назад

Yes...more videos about gear having less than desireable RWF (real world function). Thanks for the video.

@BrokenBackMountains 2 года назад

I have that msr trailshot. Once it clogs, no amount of back flushing restores the flow. It got discarded years ago.

@WalkWithWallace 2 года назад

My sit mat has been pretty much redundant since I got the foam roll mat. I've always avoided solar panels for that exact reason. Can't go wrong with an external powerbank.

@northernswedenstories1028 2 года назад

You can actually buy a portable wind turbine made from light nylon fabric that can charge your devices. Pretty sure it was on one of these gofundme type websites not long ago. Probably better for charging in Scotland hahaha

@WalkWithWallace 2 года назад

@@northernswedenstories1028 that rings a bell, not sure if anything come of that. But certainly no shortage of wind in Scotland. 😁

@northernswedenstories1028 2 года назад

@@WalkWithWallace "this portable wind turbine can charge your devices in the wilderness" it's called on RU-vid

@ipaales7552 2 года назад

Fantastic video paul certainly food for thought on future gear purchases mate cheers stay safe marra 🏕

@Pezminator 2 года назад

About solar panels, yes, I have an old PowerAdd 20W solar charger which is quite usefull when going camping for more than 2-3 days. It's about the same size folded but twice as big/long as yours when unfolded. The way I ideally make this work is to hook it up to a big powerbank and leaving it at camp to charge all day, so it works best when I leave my gear at a fixed spot. The powerbank is then used at night to charge phones and other gear. I quickly figured charging phones and gear directly from the panel just wasted cycles and also made the gear unusable as it would have to lie there all day charging. Placed correctly the panel is efficient enough to charge even in cloudy weather, and even quick charges in those brief optimal conditions. Btw: Love your videos 👍 Also guilty of searching for that ultimate "tool" and ending up with a lot of spare gear as how I do camping and hiking evolves. Keep on, keeping on! Best regards from Norway.

@thewestonfront 2 года назад

Some great common sense, 'real use' experience comments in here Paul. I managed to set a Soulo second-hand though and whilst I'll only be likely to use it for 2-3 nights a year, what great nights those will be - but it's a luxury to have such a tent in the cupboard for such infrequent use.

@davidcressey 2 года назад

Great video…. Totally agree, though thought for a moment you were going to ditch the Exos!

@r13gbs 2 года назад

Agree with you on the Trangia,good basic all rounder ,and better than the Jetboil system in my eyes as your not stuck with one pot.

@steverichardson5817 2 года назад

Great vid and points made Paul, I currently own 3 tents - SC 1, SC 2 & a Nammajt 2 for winter summit camps with my Cocker Spaniel pup👌tfs atb Steve 🍻🍻🍻🍻

@polarbear109p2 2 года назад

I bought the MSR trail shot a couple of months ago. It’s the only purchase I regret making. I wish I’d went with the sawyer.

@lap8889 2 года назад

What would be you tent of choice now paul i know you have been using the terra nova southern cross? but do you prefer the scarpa or the southern cross? cheers

@UntraveledRoadsOfficial 2 года назад

Really nice video! 🙏

@ianrudd7442 2 года назад

Another good video Paul.

@phil.clarke 2 года назад

Did think about why I have a Soulo but after reflecting I am keeping it because IU want to get back out into the Cairngorms in winter. Like you I do have lots of kit that I no longer use but am loathe to sell/throw as you never know what may happen.

@paulwilson7234 2 года назад

A very honest review.

@Colinrussellscottishwildcamper 2 года назад

Heard loads of folk saying the Hillibergs are terrible for condensation, nobody wants to say it on their videos though. Solid in the wind but wouldn't want a swimming pool for that money👍

@Foxtrottangoabc 2 года назад

I got the hilli unna and its been fine , I think winter is generally colder wetter and u will spend more time in the tent cause of darkness perspiring moisture and cooking , , , yer wet clothes also more likely to bring moisture inside tent , this is generally the time I would use it, when is cold and wet 🙂

@stevec-b6214 2 года назад

any single skin tent has condensation unless you stop breathing out! simple physics guys - thats why double glazing became quite popular.

@nbartlett6538 2 года назад

You can pry my sleeping bag from my cold, dead hands. Except they won't be cold or dead, because I'll be in my lovely cozy sleeping bag with no drafts coming in the sides!

@CaptApril123 2 года назад

Pretty much the same for me.. some of that kit I nearly got for myself, some I did, still nice to have though. I've found the more I know and experience I get the less I actually need. That's probably the way it is for most things in life.

@theom7476 2 года назад

nice video, I'd be curious to see you comparing some of the kit you've retired with the kits thats replaced it

@TrekkingPackingGear 2 года назад

There will be some chaos at hilleberg after this video 😂 Thanks for your honesty, I need to do the same to my gear!

@darthkek1953 2 года назад

I think most people at Hilleberg think most British customers are literally insane for spending a grand just to do a few overnighters in Summer. If as many as 1% of British Hilleberg tents get used in the conditions they're genuinely or then I'd be shocked. You see them littering the West Highland Way, people look so proud when strutting around them but come out dishevelled because there's no airflow.

@richardbutler4654 2 года назад

Re. sleeping bags. I bought the Haglöfs Lim down sack earlier this year. I've always had a problem with zips and this has none. No problem to get in and out though, less than dealing with zip snags. Just pull it on like a big sock in two steps. Plenty of space inside and I normally have an issue with tight bags. ( I'm not a small bloke). Weight only 500g and comfort +1 though I have used down to -15 with a liner, down socks and insulated shorts on top of merino underlayers. At that level I was just ok on a Thermarest neoair max mat and I am a warm sleeper.

@nicholasgalpin6711 2 года назад

I have an Anker Powerport Solar but mine has three panels, probably 3/4 years old? I wouldn't take it if on my own (20,000mAh bank instead) but when family camping I leave it hanging on the tent for the day and it will do a 10,000mAh power bank in a day on a sunny day so pretty handy for keeping the walkie talkies topped up, topping up the power bank etc.

@frstesiste7670 2 года назад

I've got a bunch of sit pads. They are excellent for padding cameras, lenses and other electronics while hiking. Also nice to give completely frameless packs some structure or for wrapping a bottle to keep it warm/cold. I use a plastic shopping bag to sit on and reuse it as a garbage bag when it's worn out. I'm sure the Hilleberg Soulo is a excellent tent, but seem incredibly overengineered and heavy for normal use. Most likely really suited for winter camping above treeline and trips were weight isn't an issue. For the hikes you show in the videos it seem like overkill. Good decision to get rid of it IMO.

@billkershaw2407 2 года назад

Hi Paul, I love my Evernew ti stove but agree on the price and not as adaptable as a trangia. I’ve worked out how best to use it, and getting just the right amount of fuel in etc. I also found out that it can ‘simmer’ by putting your pan/mug directly on the stove so it just heats with the side jets. I just love how it all nestles inside my Alpkit ti mug and is so so light…but at a price of course! Thanks for your honest reviews. Atb Bill..

@darthkek1953 2 года назад

> I also found out that it can ‘simmer’ by putting your pan/mug directly on the stove so it just heats with the side jets. Aye, that's a design feature.

@acornultraantiques5330 2 года назад

Hello thanks for the vids

@mrcraftyg8134 2 года назад

I brought a 15W solar charger for a recent family camping trip, to boost the charge on the 20,000mAh battery pack, and charge phones directly, 1x fast charge, or 2x slow charge. It worked very well on sunny days, and not so much on cloudy days. The thicker the clouds, the worse the charge. Still though, it's compact, and does work well on sunny days, which is when I plan to go camping anyway lol

@Dr.D00p 2 года назад

a very good lightweight 4 season tent for the UK, instead of the heavier & bulkier Soulo is the Sigma Lightwave S-15, only weighs 1.3Kg and with the poles stored separately, can be folded and compressed down to not much bigger than a rolled up insulated jacket. It's single skin & free standing but can be pegged out for high wind situations, very resistant to condensation because the inner material has been treated. Highly recommend it.

@darthkek1953 2 года назад

The Sigma T10 Trail is also worth a look. A bit heavier but also £300 cheaper (£650 v £350).

@rev.johnpate3231 2 года назад

Haha on the stove! I'm constantly reassessing. Did a bit of gear swapping this year. Always looking for redundant gear, e.g., can my cook pot be my coffee mug. I've used tons of stoves. Finally ended up with a JetBoil Stash. I leave the support bracket at home and the pot is my mug. The pot needs a cozy. Working on that one :)

@IanTed 2 года назад

I’ve got a wardrobe full of photo gear I’ve bought over the years, sold a lot last year but then I bought some more😂

@alexandermoore6244 2 года назад

Hi Paul I think a BIG!!! shout out must be given to that young lad Max in Devon whoes spent over 500 nights sleeping outside for a hospice charity.

@karlgor47 2 года назад

Seconded, Alex!

@Matt7R 2 года назад

I have a terra nova comp 1 and the soulo black label. Honestly the soulo is the one I’d take every time in the uk as wind batters the terra nova and it keeps me awake. The soulo is basically silent in comparison. Plus it looks cooler 😎🤣 I take the terra nova out every now and then just because I feel it needs the use. But the soulo is so good literally everywhere whether it’s up a mountain or on a beach or in a quarry or cave it’s just an everything tent and I love it so much. Also condensation has been basically the same as I’ve experienced in the terra nova, nowhere near what I thought it would be!

@sparkleypegs8350 2 года назад

I either use a double sleeping bag or open the one bag out and use it as a quilt. I cant bear to have my feet constricted and as I get hot easily I gotta get my feet out sometimes.

@harduphiker Год назад

I use a solar panel in the UK all the time, and yes unless it's really gloomy/cloudy you get decent charge - during the summer I was getting 50-100% top ups of my 10000mAh battery. The main difference I think is solar is best if you are stopping somewhere for a day and can leave it, it's not great on a pack/hiking. My panel is also really old, a 7 watt one from Maplins. Also some batteries charge better from solar than others - the EAFU batteries are great, older Anker ones can struggle, the older batteries use to be best but they are gettng better at detecting variable charging from panels. Used to be a lottery getting a battery that would work with it, most do now.

@richardbutler4654 2 года назад

Re. solar panel - I bought a panel here in Sweden this year for about 50 pounds. 21w I think. It has successfully given charges in a variety of lighting. However I would say more for a fixed multiday camp or a very long wilderness trip off grid. For a one to two day camp I take the battery pack.

@hramakrishnaiah413 2 года назад

Very useful

@MrDorz1994 2 года назад

TBH Paul, with UK weather most of us are probably much better off with one of those portable wind turbines than a solar panel, mostly for the reason you mentioned. we hardly get decent enough sun exposure to make one of those properly useful, especially if you live in a mountainous region.

@AndrewOliverHome 2 года назад

A battery pack is all you really need. You are not going to walk more than a few days without needing to resupply with food anyway.

@thebayfish9508 2 года назад

We’re do you get the foam from

@neilhosler9001 2 года назад

I used to be a guide. I have gear in the basement for 10 people. For my personal trips (mostly car camping now) I have fit everything into one "Wanigan'" box. I just toss it in the car and go:) All the other kids...I told them when I die just divy all the gear up and use it or sell it.

@ildikod8915 2 года назад

Hi, where can you get the ultrathin foam matting you use instead of the Thermarest Z-light? Thank you!

@CiaranGallagher77 2 года назад

Hey I just bought the osprey exos on ebay its my first ever osprey 😎

@philyerboots6640 2 года назад

I found using the solar to keep a battery pack charged up is more efficient. Phones take ages on solar and we are just to impatient to wait. I know it's a little extra to carry but if you can't be without your device it just gives you that bit extra. We use an everready 20000 pack. Anything smaller isn't worth it as most phones are around 7000 up now

@geoffdillon4637 2 года назад

I believe it’s because the battery pack takes any amount of charge from a solar charger whereas a phone needs a constant input. I tried the Choetech solar charger - in blazing sun and angled at 45 degrees (as Choetech support told me was necessary) it charged my phone and power bank pretty quickly. But without those conditions it’s almost useless.

@marksergison5058 2 года назад

Hi Paul, thanks for the video. Where did you get the closed cell foam mat from? I've looked on Amazon, but nothing looks as compact as the one you've got. Perhaps you got it from a hardware store or something? Cheers!

@Mecha04 2 года назад

try a yoga mat. they are thin just like the one in the video and around $5.00 at Walmart

@maccaoutdoors2889 2 года назад

I use the goal zero nomad 28 plus solar.While a great peice of kit it does sit dorment.They need perfect clear skies to be of use,and in this day and age with the multitude of powerbanks should only be used for that SHTF scenarios.

@patchy1995 2 года назад

Very interesting video paul! If you ever want to get rid of the Thermarest sit pad let me know! I’ve been after one since last year and can’t find a supplier in the UK stocking them so would gladly take it off your hands for retail price