Tom, this is by far the best and most detailed review of a Soulo on KZfaq, well done. Regarding the fabrics, you certainly know your stats, very very interesting and I learnt a lot from this. The extra guy line tips were also fantastic ideas 💡 👌 Thanks for the shout out as well Tom, really appreciate it. Best of luck to everyone who enters your giveaway, 28 hours at maximum sounds great. Adam.

Often wondered why these tents seemed to be more expensive, this video goes a long way in explaining it. Some lovely shots, packing rucksack as I type. Liked and shared.

Outstanding review, Tom. Extremely comprehensive and detailed - should serve as a reference to anyone considering buy a Hilleberg Soulo. 👍

Why am I watching a video on a red Hilleberg Soulo when I already own one? Well, I don’t know why, but I am glad I did. Your video gave me lots onf technical information I was unaware of. I just knew mine stands up to anything the Scottish weather has thrown at it, whether summit camping or low level. I have used mine as much as possible, as soon as I get back from one camp I am planning the next. It’s a lifestyle you are buying, not a tent. They are worth every penny, after a couple of camps you will sleep soundly through anything the weather can throw at you as you know you are fine inside the tent. I do agree the inner tends to flap around a bit but it adds to the drama of wild camping😁.

Very well done! Thanks for putting together such a detailed overview of the tent

Awesome video as always pal! Love how much detail you go into! I like that tip with the guy line on the inner, May have to try that, have recently just purchased a Soulo myself! Keep up the great work mate 👍🏻👏🏻

Absolutely brilliant detailed review.

Absolutely brilliant review a great insight into a truly exceptional product. This alone will convince many the price is worth paying for quality like this. Awesome work

Thanks for that review Tom, just purchased one and hopefully it will arrive tomorrow for use at the weekend. I found the review and explanation of the fabrics in particular very helpful.

Fantastic review Tom. I appreciate your experience and knowledge. This has helped me in making up my mind to purchase a Soulo. Many thanks. Best regards, Andy

Good review Tom. I have a Soulo and there very strong tents. Really enjoyed watching. Thanks Steve

Perhaps the most inclusive review I've seen to date. I've used mine over 150 nights so far in some truly hairy conditions. Shows no sign of letting up! Liked, shared and subscribed.

Brilliant review. Really enjoyed it. Thanks 😊

Great review. A big fan of the Soulo. Subbed 👍🏻👍🏻🇳🇴

That was a truly outstanding tent review and covered every aspect in perfect detail. I can now see why they cost so much money, I only wish I could justify one. If I’m really honest I’m kidding myself I will venture out and Camp in the worst of winter conditions. My hats off to you for doing exactly that. Looking forward to your next adventure.

I agree with the others saying this is by far the best review of the Soulo. Saving for one myself for sure now. Subbed, liked and shared so in for winning a head torch. Looking forward to looking through your channel. Not sure I’ll change my mind about the Soulo though. Top tent! edit: that shot of the sun hitting the mountains in morning light at the beginning of the vid, especially the shot at 2.26 ❤️💚❤️

Enjoying all your reviews mate, the detail you go into is next to none. You should consider reaching out to companies about reviewing there products for future. :)

Nice one Tom, a cracking video, a good informative review of a cracking tent mate ..cheers Stevie

Excellent - defo appreciate all the details! As a relative newbie I'm learning more from you than I could anywhere else on tent tech. Thank you

Another excellent video. Great job .

Tent looks great, nice campsite too. Must give it a try.

It would take a Paddy to do the best review of the Soulo on the net . Absolutely outstanding Tom . I think this tent cannot be beaten. Yes price , yes weight , all are subjective. But if it’s one tent for all conditions this isn’t to be bettered. Sláin Léat a Chara . Atb Tony Co Cork

Really excellent review Tom. Enjoyed this video immensely. People will understand now I think why Hilleberg tents carry such a hefty price tag.

Super review. Well done.

A beautiful tent, very comprehensively reviewed thank you. 99% of the time this would be complete overkill for my camping needs, so I carry lighter options, but it's great to learn about the gold standard. I've a soft spot for the Mournes - five years back I fled a particularly relentless midge onslaught in Scotland by boarding a ferry to Antrim, and what a pleasant discovery lay ahead! My first time in the region, and won't be my last. Also learned the hard way about the stupidity of setting up a new shelter (Hexpeak V4A) for the first time on a windy wet mountainside without previous practice - all came right in the end, but lesson learned.

Great review Tom and a cracking spot in the Mournes!

Looks like it was a lovely night! 🏕 Subscribed, liked and shared 🤞

Amazed you don't have more subscribers. Very useful and thorough reviews of Hillebergs

Very interesting video. I always like different points of view. Liked, subscribed and shared 🙂

Excellent review Tom. They really are the best tents on the market.

ventilation is huge and flapping, thanks for such a detailed review.

Wish my saitaris went up that well

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Excellent review, 👍I also have a Solou and love it. I've no problem with condensation, find it dead on for Irish summer camping as well as winter as our summer nights can get cool, or cold. One wee vital point you missed is the fact one of the inner doors can be zipped open to reveal mesh on the door, thus making for more ventilation 😊👍Anyone wanting another similar review on this tent (,we all like reviews) is MC Outdoors 👍

Hey Tom, I'll echo many of the comments here and say that this is the most detailed and thorough review of the Soulo on KZfaq, bar none! When I was trying to decide between the Akto and the Soulo, your video really did help me decide on the Soulo. Here in Ontario I pitch a tent on rock 90% of the time so free standing was the clear choice. I haven't taken my Soulo out yet but I have a 3 day winter camping adventure coming in early January, I can't wait! May I ask what wireless mic you are using? Your voice comes through so clearly, and I'm looking for a wireless mic for some upcoming videos. Cheers Tom, well done!

I love my Soulo, but if they make a V2 I would request: - drop the height a little to give it a slightly lower profile. I'm short though! - Use less fabric for the inner to make it tighter. - Add mid panel guys to tighten up the outer even more (If Hilleberg can do this and keep it strong) Cons of my suggestions: - won't shed snow as well - less headroom for those who aren't tiny like me - a tighter inner would be less forgiving and more prone to overstressing the attachment points. - mid panel guys would be a weak point. So... While I would tweak it, I truly believe Hilleberg know exactly what they are doing.

Thanks, Tom another thorough review and you need all the info you can get to make an informed decision when buying a tent of this nature. So the more info the better. How could you beet Hilleberg? Tom I did find it a little difficult to concentrate on the review when you have such beautiful scenery in the background. I've heard a lot about the Mourne Mountain's from my Mam and Nanner.

Really enjoying your vlogs Tom. I’m looking for a proper 4 season like the soulo but I am in some indecision as to whether I’d really need the black label and whether I’d be fine settling for the red label version ? That landscape in NI looks amazing btw.

Agree with what AMC outdoors said. Really good review. I'm torn between this and Unna. Not so much bothered about the vestibule space but concerned about condensation and weight. Any tips?

This was my first time watching one of your videos. I am fascinated by this tent and I appreciated all of the insights that you provided. I have a question that no one talks about. How tall are you? and how did the tent's length work for you? I am 1.85 and I hate being cramped in a tent. Thank you for a video well done.

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great review Tom. difficult question, have seen u in a few snow and windy enough conditions. would you be as confident in the hilleberg as the mountain 25?. TIA. (sam)

Great review Tom, I am thinking of buying the Soulo but I'm also thinking about the Jannu as it has a bit more room for not a lot of weight diverance, do you have any experience with the Jannu and what would be your thoughts. Cheers Jim.

Hi Tom. I have copied and pasted a comment from another Soulo video. Just wondered your opinion as it takes an opposite view to yours refarding order of pole insertion. Smileytall 5 years ago (edited) With the short pole pitched first, you have three points of load bearing contact as they each cross - with the short pole over, you only have one (at the rear) so the other two long poles will be much more likely to flex under load, such as snow or high winds - and could either fail, rip out clips, or do both at the same time. Put the smaller pole over and press gently downwards on the lower two and you will see what I mean, there will be nothing to stop them collapsing other than stitching - compared to fitting the shorter pole under and supporting the whole apex, making the whole structure stronger. I'm also sure you aware, but just for other viewers, it's worth clipping each bag (tent, poles, pegs) to the carabiner as you empty them as good practice, or it wont just be your tent going walkies, even with a slight breeze! Great video, thanks for your time to share it with us.

Hey Tom, discovered your channel recently and really enjoy the content. Can you give me a hint how tall you are and how much head-/ and or footspace you have in the Soulo? Because what i really dislike about any tent is when I touch the ends with my feet or my head. Kind regards from Germany :)

Great review! I got a question for you. As a long guy, 190cm I've always wondered about the space in the Soulo. You seem quite long yourself, how long are you? and do you touch the inner tent in a sleeping bag, I mean at the head or feet section? . Also just a note, I think one of the things that make the Hilleberg fabric so durable is that they actually add 3 layers of silicone on each side of the fabric which I think is quite unique among tent makers. Anyway, great review.

Hi Tom. I really enjoy your videos. I'm a novice camper but want to explore further and I'm thinking of buying a Hilleberg. Trivial problem, I know, but I'm unsure what colour to go for. I've noticed that you seem to be an advocate of red tents, can I ask if there's any particular reason for this, other than personal preference?

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Is it better to camp during the week or weekend just with more crowds on weekends,

Do Hilleberg have a recommended order for inserting the poles? In other words , do they say whether the transverse pole should be under or over the other two. I know you say over. Just wondered what the official guidance is. Great review by the way. Thanks (and subbed!!)

The only tent brand I would trust my life to.... bad weather / mountains / 4 seasons ....

What tent would you say is the strongest? Trango 2, the NF Mountain 25, or the Soulo... I have the Mountain 25 but considering getting a Soulo or a Trango 2... Thanks

Got the Soulo BL rather than the RL as for 1lb extra weight you get 50% stronger fabric and 20% stronger poles for about the same price, giving not only extra strength but also longevity. 1lb extra weight is not noticable inside a pack which is going to weigh 20lbs+.

I think the Nallo is easier and faster to pitch in high winds and rain. The Soulo has better space and is more “sexy.”

I have 190cm and curently have a BA Copper Spur. It is plenty long for me. How is the effective inner Length of this tent for longer people? I do mot want to be touching with toebox or Head the sidepannels even if on a matresse

Have you considered the black label?

What brand pants are those you are wearing?

Why red? Would that not attract unwanted visitors?