IMPROVE Your HILLEBERG SOULO With This SIMPLE MOD

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PIMP Your Hilleberg Soulo Tent With This SIMPLE MODIFICATION
Although the Hilleberg Soulo is an amazing tent, I'm a big believer that nothing is perfect, so I'm always on the lookout for ways I can improve and modify my equipment to make it work better for me.
In this video I share a very simple modification that I have made to my Hilleberg Soulo to allow it to better protect me from the elements.
0:00 Intro
0:46 The problem with conventional tent pegging
2:55 My modification (overview)
5:31 My modification (breakdown)
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@TheBushcraftPadawan 3 жыл бұрын

What mods/hacks have you made to your own tent(s) and why?

@brucemckenzie5724 3 жыл бұрын

Great mod where can you get the linelocs

@TheBushcraftPadawan 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers Bruce, glad you found it useful. Good question, I've just added a link in the video description so you can take a look at those linelocs. Don't forget to subscribe if you'd like to see more from my channel.

@brucemckenzie5724 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info...subscription added👍

@rossmac3084 Жыл бұрын

Superb tip...thank you...I did this recommended mod to my suolo....took it out for the first time last night and lo and behold at 2 of the 6 tie out points I was unable to get the tenet pegs into the ground, but by using the extenders it worked a treat....many thanks

@TheBushcraftPadawan Жыл бұрын

That's great to hear that you've had some success as a result of this simple but effective tip Ross. Please consider subscribing if you'd like to see more for my channel in the future.

@Sauromannen 2 жыл бұрын

Great idea. This will also work on many other tent models of course. I have a Fjällräven Abisko Endurance that this also will be useful to. I will prepare a couple of these to attach on wherever sleve that needs to be extended before my next trip.

@TheBushcraftPadawan 2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you found the idea useful, do let me know how you get on once you've made the modification yourself. Please consider subscribing if you'd like to see more from my channel in the future.

@lesdrinkwater490 3 жыл бұрын

A very good modification. Thanks Craig,

@TheBushcraftPadawan 3 жыл бұрын

+Les Drinkwater Hi Les Drinkwater and many thanks as always for supporting my channel by taking the time to drop by, watch and comment, it's really appreciated. I'm glad you enjoyed the video and thank you for the positive feedback, cheers! Don't forget to share the video if you think that others in your network might benefit, I'd really appreciate it, cheers! 👍

@ewjorgy 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Craig, I usually find myself in the high Sierras where the only ground is solid granite. Or deep snow. I rarely even bother to carry tent pegs anymore. All of my tie out loops have a permanent meter or so of paracord hanging off of them. A tautline hitch makes a knot that easily replaces the linelocks and the cord is looped around any rock or deadman anchor that is handy. Great video though! :) Take care and all the best from California 🧡

@TheBushcraftPadawan 3 жыл бұрын

+ewjorgy Hi ewjorgy and many thanks as always for supporting my channel by taking the time to drop by, watch and comment, it's really appreciated. I'm glad you enjoyed the video and thank you for sharing your own setup/approach cheers! Don't forget to share the video if you think that others in your network might benefit, I'd really appreciate it, cheers! 👍

@TheSoloSummiteer 3 жыл бұрын

The simplest ideas are often the best. Great video. Thank you 👍

@TheBushcraftPadawan 3 жыл бұрын

+The Solo Summiteer Hi The Solo Summiteer and many thanks for taking the time to drop by my channel, watch and comment, it's really appreciated. I'm glad you enjoyed the video and thank you for the positive feedback, cheers! Don't forget to subscribe if you haven't already, I'd really appreciate it, cheers! 👍

@my_handle.... 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Craig, Your presentation and production quality is brilliant. Thanks again, Tony in Dublin 👍

@TheBushcraftPadawan 3 жыл бұрын

+T M Very kind of you to say, thanks Tony 👍

@bombuslucorum 3 жыл бұрын

Simple but incredibly effective 👍🏻

@TheBushcraftPadawan 3 жыл бұрын

A bit like me! 😉 Thanks for dropping by Lee, hope you're keeping well?

@damianhill6704 Жыл бұрын

Just got an Allak 2. As soon as I saw those tabs at the bottom of the tent when I put the thing up in the lounge.... I thought exactly the same as you. Great video. Thanks.

@TheBushcraftPadawan Жыл бұрын

+Damian Hill Hi Damian Hill and many thanks for taking the time to drop by my channel, watch and comment, it's really appreciated. I'm glad you enjoyed the video and thank you for the positive feedback, cheers! Don't forget to subscribe if you haven't already, I'd really appreciate it, cheers! 👍

@watercooled81 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. Seen the link to the line locks. Which line are you using with them? Also where did you get the line? Thanks

@TheBushcraftPadawan 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Graham Savill and many thanks for taking the time to drop by my channel, watch and comment, it's really appreciated. I'm glad you enjoyed the video and thank you for the positive feedback, cheers! I got the 2mm line from this eBay seller > www.ebay.co.uk/itm/251320330518?var=552195775366 Don't forget to subscribe if you haven't already, I'd really appreciate it, cheers! 👍

@thewiltshirewomble 3 жыл бұрын

Great mod… thank you for sharing… also sub’d. Cheers Mark

@TheBushcraftPadawan 3 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome Mark, thanks for the feedback on this video and for your sub. 👍

@NorthwalesBushcrafters 3 жыл бұрын

Good little fix matey

@TheBushcraftPadawan 3 жыл бұрын

Keeps me out of mischief 😉. Hope you've managed to clear those traffic jams you were snarled up in.

@NorthwalesBushcrafters 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheBushcraftPadawan it’s a way of life on the road we just go with the flow 🤣

@HowlBushcraft 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant idea that mate

@TheBushcraftPadawan 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that Jamie, much appreciated 👍

@wildmountainman1 2 жыл бұрын

Good idea, thanks.

@TheBushcraftPadawan 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Don't forget to sub if you'd like to see more from the channel. Stay safe 👍

@paulconnor8519 Жыл бұрын

Great tip, I just larks footed the plastic line lock direct to the existing Hilleburg tie down point, shortens the whole assembly and you can still use it to peg out should you wish

@TheBushcraftPadawan Жыл бұрын

+Paul Connor Hi Paul Connor and many thanks for taking the time to drop by my channel, watch and comment, it's really appreciated. I'm glad you enjoyed the video and thank you for the positive feedback, cheers! Don't forget to subscribe if you haven't already, I'd really appreciate it, cheers! 👍

@radundzelt 10 ай бұрын

Hello, which line lock you use that can direct connect to the down points.

@TheBushcraftPadawan 10 ай бұрын

@@radundzelt if you check out the video description I have placed a link to them in there. Please consider subscribing if you'd like to see more from my channel in the future.

@paulconnor8519 10 ай бұрын

@@radundzelt hi thanks for the ask, the same as featured in the vid, it looks quite tidy and you can still use the original tie down point with a tent peg as there is no metal to plastic contact

@platypushatstand Жыл бұрын

Useful. Subbed.

@TheBushcraftPadawan Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback, much appreciated 👍

@bob_the_bomb4508 2 жыл бұрын

Great tip! I’m looking for line locks now Bought you a coffee :)

@TheBushcraftPadawan 2 жыл бұрын

This is where I got mine from www.treadlitegear.co.uk/4-x-linelocs-line-locs-3-self-tensioning-tarp-shelter-tie-out-on-grosgrain-loop-87-p.asp Thank you so much for the coffee / hot chocolate, it's really, really appreciated.

@seanthomasdowd 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers Craig that's handy

@TheBushcraftPadawan 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you found it useful my friend, have a great weekend.

@seanthomasdowd 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheBushcraftPadawan will do, you n yours also

@northernswedenstories1028 2 жыл бұрын

I've never actually owned tents that have their own poles. Always used trekking pole tents. I always wondered how you got the fly taught om tents like this. Inner first tents are easy to get nice and taught but fly first tents are much more tricky

@TheBushcraftPadawan 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your own experience with trekking pole tents, it's always been a concept that's intrigued me.

@Daniel_S. 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing! You could also use a taut line hitch knot on your tensioning line instead of the plastic line lock thing. So you save weight and money!

@kke 2 жыл бұрын

Or the similar Farrimond friction hitch, which I've found to hold a bit better.

@Daniel_S. 2 жыл бұрын

@@kke Oh yeah, nice knot! I will try this next time.👍

@TheBushcraftPadawan 2 жыл бұрын

It's a good idea 👍

@SuperSnelly 4 ай бұрын

Where can I buy these linelocs from please?

@TheBushcraftPadawan 4 ай бұрын

There's a link in the video description. Please consider subscribing if you'd like to see more from my channel in the future.

@SuperSnelly 4 ай бұрын

I’ve found the line locks themselves but not the Cotten loops?

@KenSchafer63 3 жыл бұрын

Dang KZfaq. I'm not getting notified when you post new videos.

@TheBushcraftPadawan 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Ken, thanks for letting me know. Have you hit the sub bell and "all notifications"?

@KenSchafer63 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheBushcraftPadawan Yes. I checked, and I do have it selected.

@camouflage962 10 ай бұрын

what about using a hammer?😊

@TheBushcraftPadawan 9 ай бұрын

+CAMOUFLAGE for what?

@mrkimgustafsson2838 2 жыл бұрын

I need to point out that in extreme conditions, this is not something that it is adviced to do. This does weaken the tent quite a bit.

@TheBushcraftPadawan 2 жыл бұрын

Explain your statement please.

@mrkimgustafsson2838 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheBushcraftPadawan Hi, The thing is, you dont get the right pressure from the stakes to the tent. And in moderat to heavy winds, wind will get under the tent aswell. I have now 5 different hilleberg tents. I used to work there in Sweden. Its a reason for why the tent is made like it is. And it is sturdiness, and making those adjustments will not be a big problem. But in heavy storms( that is kinda what this tent is made for) i advice not to use those adjustments. But it will be fine in most i guess :) Its great for easier «perfect tent setup» i agree. A smart «hack» but people should know its not a great idea in real storms or heavy winds. Best regards

@northernswedenstories1028 2 жыл бұрын

@@mrkimgustafsson2838 don't understand that at all. More tension is better.

@mrkimgustafsson2838 2 жыл бұрын

@@northernswedenstories1028 Well never mind then :) you wil understand if used when the wind is pounding on the tent…

@damianhill6704 Жыл бұрын

In extreme conditions when you can't get pegs in at the pegging points..... Then surely this technique is better than no peg or moving your tent when you can't peg in one peg. Well that's what the Vulcan in me thinks.

@Yorkshiremadmick 3 жыл бұрын

Petra Hilleberg says Never EVER push the tent pegs in with your foot,!!! Interesting adaptation

@TheBushcraftPadawan 3 жыл бұрын

Does she say why not? I've been pushing pegs in with my boots (where necessary) for ~30 years so I'm interested in hearing the rationale behind her warning. Glad you found the mod interesting, have a great weekend 👍

@Yorkshiremadmick 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheBushcraftPadawan It’s because the tent peg if it suddenly and unexpectedly hits an immovable object could penetrate the sole and thus into your foot, or bend the peg thus rendering it useless. That could be a disastrous consequence.👍🏻 kzfaq.info/get/bejne/hch2d5SHrLCveKs.html

@TheBushcraftPadawan 3 жыл бұрын

@@Yorkshiremadmick 😂😂😂