Wild Camping in Heavy Rain in my new Naturehike Tent

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2 жыл бұрын

Yes, you can have fun wild camping in heavy rain! You just need the right camping gear and a positive mindset. I used my new Naturehike Opalus 2 tent to go camping in heavy rain. This is a 2 person tunnel tent with large porch making it ideal for camping in the rain. There is lots of space inside to keep you out of the wind and rain which makes the wild camp more enjoyable.
When wild camping in the rain you must stay dry at all times. Get yourself some waterproof hiking gear that is Gore-Tex or similar. Packing your backpack the correct way is really important. I recommend using a waterproof liner and / or drybags. A waterproof backpack cover is a good idea too. Make sure your tent and waterproofs are easily accessible.
Earplugs are essential and take something to keep you busy when wild camping in the rain because you'll be spending a lot of your time in your tent. Try to buy a tent that is a reasonable size, it must be a size that makes you comfortable e.g so you can sit up in your tent.
I've had to edit out a lot of the rain noise as some parts were unwatchable, the rain really was that bad!
This is some of the backpacking gear I used.
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Naturehike Opalus 2 tent from Camperlists £153: www.camperlists.com/collectio...
Naturehike Snowbird 2 Sleeping Bag £106:
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Mountain Equipment Sleeping Mat amzn.to/3tQy7NF
Trekology Pillow amzn.to/32Pz7pr
Soto Windmaster Stove amzn.to/2S3MJv9
Soto Thermostack Cook Set Combo amzn.to/3dN5X0i
Sit Pad amzn.to/3aFaboT
Mini Pocket Blanket amzn.to/3t6Nznu
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Thanks, Andy.
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Пікірлер: 123

@soggz4246 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Andy. Sod’s law. Go camping, it rains. Good tent though, nice bit of room. Tell me. How much did that and all your gear weigh in your pack? Off wild camping this weekend, first of many. Regards

@BackpackingUK 2 жыл бұрын

The tent has a smaller pack size and weighs less than you may think. My Hilleberg Soulo is bigger and heavier! The Opalus 2 weighs approx 2164grams including all accessories and ground sheet and has a pack size of 52cm x 18cm. This time of year my pack weighs approx 15kg inc water.

@soggz4246 2 жыл бұрын

@@BackpackingUK Thanks for the reply Andy. Yes, my pack is around that. I was just wondering if I was carrying too much weight, but it is just coming out of winter, so all my gear is beefed up for the cold. Regards.

@BackpackingUK 2 жыл бұрын

Personally, I think you're making the right decision. Give it another month and I'd say it's safe to reduce weight and pick lighter, better weather gear.

@soggz4246 2 жыл бұрын

@@BackpackingUK ‘Pack light, freeze at night’, as I heard an ex marine say once. 👍🏾😉

@rooster7779 2 жыл бұрын

You’ve got to be up there as one of the most enthusiastic, nicest KZfaqrs out there! Surely! Great to see! Keep up the good work. Always picks me up watching one of your videos.

@BackpackingUK 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much 🙏

@pauloalves4337 2 жыл бұрын

Indeed

@ervinslens 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing hiking trail! Extremely enjoyable adventure with such a great guide.🙌🏻🎥

@barrylever9835 2 жыл бұрын

Love camping in the rain helps me sleep . Nice tent.

@BackpackingUK 2 жыл бұрын

I genuinely don't mind it at all. This is the Naturehike Opalus 2 tent.

@iandusud Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review. My wife and bought the Opalus 3 for the extra space, added height and the extra door. It's been a game changer for us. Loads of storage but importantly plenty of room to be able cook inside when it's raining. We use it for cycle camping. Really came into its own when we had three days of fairly solid rain in the Lake District last summer. We keep the footprint attached and pitch it all in one go. Really easy and quick to pitch. We can even get our tandem split in two in the porch area.

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

The extra height is a really big advantage of the 3P. This shouldn't be overlooked by anyone interested in these tents!

@hmcps89 Жыл бұрын

Whats the size of the tent poles when they are packed up?

@xunclexx 2 жыл бұрын

It’s unanimous. You are one of the best “camper” on KZfaq. My group have great things to say about your camping skills.

@BackpackingUK 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much 😁

@douglasbrown5692 Жыл бұрын

I know what you mean about quite liking camping in the rain (though sod the wind). For me it's that feeling of triumph over adversity - when you're sorted, warm and dry, hot drink in hand, and it's chucking it down outside. Must admit, I enjoy feeling a bit smug too! Love the way the subtitles interpret the rain as, " [Applause] "!

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

I get that smug feeling too!

@NorthEastTrailRunner Жыл бұрын

Great video. I love sitting nice and dry in a tent, listening to the rain coming down.

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

You can't beat it!

@darrenmiller5097 2 жыл бұрын

Great vid.Have same tent & used twice so far.Love it.I tend to unhook inner for even more space to lay on & just hook it up when ready to crawl into to sleep.Packs nicely into a compression bag.Also have Soto stove but found frying was splashing on inner tent.Tried a lower remote canister stove/problem solved.Happy camping & all the best to you.

@camperlists7090 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the excellent tips.

@ianwilde1800 Жыл бұрын

i like listening to the rain when in my tent or hammock its nice to listen to

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

Same here very relaxing as long as the rain is not too heavy!

@ramblingracheltrailtales 2 жыл бұрын

That's a massive tent. It must be nice having the extra space to spread out. Shame the weather didn't ease off much. Joys of 4 seasons in the UK.

@SaraSara-ph4zt 2 жыл бұрын

Wow c'est magnifique j'aimerais bien-être à votre place 😊

@scottmcneill8654 2 жыл бұрын

Cool video I have a Vango scafell 200 tent that used on the Cape Wrath trail and West Highland way. I put my inner tent in a dry bag in my pack and outer rolled up strapped to outside of pack. Makes life easier putting up and taking down when it's raining and everything is always dry 😊

@BackpackingUK 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips!

@adib396 Жыл бұрын

Wow, that is a massive 2 man tent. A 2 man tent that actually lives up to its name. Subscribed. Like your videos. Update: Ordered that tent today due to your video. ;-)

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

Cheers 👍

@stevew585 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video!

@BackpackingUK 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers 👍

@moulayderissy5445 2 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed watching 😊

@BackpackingUK 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@BLUE-jo9uu Жыл бұрын

Nice, Enjoy man.

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

Cheers 👍

@southcoastoutdoorsuk6301 2 жыл бұрын

Nice vid ! Very underrated tent love it ! Well prepped there👍

@BackpackingUK 2 жыл бұрын

Totally agree that’s it’s underrated. Surprisingly light too!

@southcoastoutdoorsuk6301 2 жыл бұрын

@@BackpackingUK it’s not bad at all , I’ve got a online camping store maybe I could send you something 👍

@noladventures8833 2 жыл бұрын

cool looking tent. nice design.

@BackpackingUK 2 жыл бұрын

It really is, I'll review it properly soon.

@paulbache9874 Жыл бұрын

Great video, just come across your channel and living your reviews

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@victoria7105 2 жыл бұрын

Great video as always👍

@BackpackingUK 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much 🙏

@TR3outside. 2 жыл бұрын

Great videos!

@BackpackingUK 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏

@StevedaGreek Жыл бұрын

Great video, looking forward to use my opalus 3 soon. One word of advice don't use your breath to inflate the bag that inflates your sleeping mat. One of the reasons for them is so you don't use your very moist breath to blow the mats up which over time can ruin the thermal interior. Just waft the opening into the air and roll

@hog-boy-8843 Жыл бұрын

Hardcore !

@stephenvowles1326 7 ай бұрын

Naturehike Rules in the rain!

@Bam123412 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video. When you said 'there wasn't suppose to be any wind' I laughed because the weather forecast always seems to be wrong. I guy my tent out whatever for exactly that reason, I don't want to do it at 3am. I couldn't work out if you were in a decent spot that didn't look great because of the weather, or were in fact just in a muddy field!

@BackpackingUK 2 жыл бұрын

Decent little spot but it was never going to look good in the rain 😂 I always use the guys. First time in months I didn’t and look what happens 😫

@andrewhodgkins2292 8 ай бұрын

Every tent I've ever owned has been inner first, they tend to be cheaper. I understand what you're saying about rain but the simple answer is to set a tarp up first then erect the tent beneath that. It also helps if your tent leaks.

@IWanderUK 2 жыл бұрын

Andy. Can’t believe you made the rookie mistake of no guy ropes! ALWAYS as you rightly say 😀😎 J

@daniboy0812 2 жыл бұрын

Taking my coyote III out tomorrow for a 2 person hike so sharing the weight and not travelling light. Strength for the legs on the mountains - great video as always. Bit of a wait but worth it - coffee in a bag? I’m a coffee grind kinda guy lol

@BackpackingUK 2 жыл бұрын

I nearly purchased that tent too, I really like it 👍

@buffplums Жыл бұрын

Well done chap for making it through unscathed lol

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

😂

@markbarnes1979 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Andy, another great video. Personally i don't think there is anything more relaxing than being in a tent when it's raining. I love the rain on the tent noise and love going to sleep to it (much like when it's hitting the windows at home). Each to their own I suppose 😂 Do you just camp in a farmer's field? Been thinking about doing something similar recently just so I can get out more.

@BackpackingUK 2 жыл бұрын

I'm the same, I don't mind camping in the rain at all. I'll share my location soon, it's not were you would ever expect!

@waynesallans2494 2 жыл бұрын

Lolololol I love this gizza

@waynesallans2494 2 жыл бұрын

This guy is priceless …go man go lol

@simoncee9011 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your video, informative and interesting. That tent looks great, I'm off to eBay.

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

Check the link in the description for the tent 👍

@wallsend_wildcamper 2 жыл бұрын

Hi andy what do you think of the slumit tents have you ever used one. i have the slumit gobi 3 man tent never been wild camping with it though just used it for going to the motorbike racing weekends

@BackpackingUK 2 жыл бұрын

I’ll check them out 👍

@austieoutdoors9763 Жыл бұрын

i have just started wild camping and its been about 2 yrs now got a light 1 man tent and a 2.6kg 2 man tent gopro everythink but i was just wondering how much bundle do i need on my phone so ill have anough data to watch say youtube pluto and stuff what would you suggest

@veroniquediallo6055 8 ай бұрын

From Flagstaff, AZ, Hello, Andy! I totally enjoy your videos they are so informative. It's great that you review gear from a range of price points.I've been watching videos on the Opulus 2 and I have a question: have you experienced leaking from the seams of the first entry door of the porch? And a year later, what are your thoughts on this tent in varying conditions? Up here at 2134 meters you never know! Thank you, 🍻!

@BackpackingUK 8 ай бұрын

It’s definitely not in the same league as the more expensive tents. I would have preferred the 3P for the extra internal height. I have used it in heavy rain but it’s been ok so far.

@veroniquediallo6055 8 ай бұрын

@@BackpackingUK Thank you!

@vasiliswolf 2 жыл бұрын

thank you

@BackpackingUK 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome 👍

@charlieingamells5258 Жыл бұрын

I love buying 3fulgear tents at camperlists

@gustaveriksson9091 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video as always 😃 is it roomy enough for 2 persons or is the cloud peak 2 better?

@BackpackingUK 2 жыл бұрын

The Cloud Peak 2 has more head room but less vestibule space. I still prefer the Cloud Peak 2!

@user-mi4yg7mp6i Жыл бұрын

@@BackpackingUK if you don't mind me asking why do you prefer the cloud peak 2? I am really considering this style of then because of the vestibule, mainly worry though how it might cope in the wind

@jasonmaddison6148 2 жыл бұрын

good vid again andy. naturehike tents are really decent mate.

@BackpackingUK 2 жыл бұрын

Once again, this is excellent value for money. It's a huge tent and yet weighs just over 2kg. I don't know how they do it!

@jasonmaddison6148 2 жыл бұрын

@@BackpackingUK thinking of a lanshan for summer use only

@BackpackingUK 2 жыл бұрын

Get the 2 person, the 1 person is really small and the weight difference is negligible if you take 2 trekking poles anyway.

@jasonmaddison6148 2 жыл бұрын

@@BackpackingUK ye its 2021

@TheEnglishRedneck45 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! The wind does have a habit of interrupting things. May I ask the weight of the full tent kit? The online sales descriptions are far from clear, with ranges of 1.5-2.1kg!

@BackpackingUK 2 жыл бұрын

I'm not 100% sure but you need the all-in weight which is likely to be 2.1kg. I think all-in weight excluding the mat is exactly 2kg (15D version).

@TheEnglishRedneck45 2 жыл бұрын

@@BackpackingUK Thank you! It's pretty decent for the space, but that head clearance within seems lacking. Have you any experience with their Hilby 2? It seems quite similar to this model with a roomy atrium, but slightly taller.

@maximusplebius9992 2 жыл бұрын

My Vango Scafell 200+ is a very similar design.

@BackpackingUK 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, very similar. I think the Naturehike’s UPS over the others is it weighs approx 2.1kg all-in. That may have drawback over strength though.

@humanweather Ай бұрын

Hi Andy, I have just bought the Opalus 2, once up we noticed two attachment cords at the back of the tent between the inner and the outer, I contacted Naturehike but they said it was for keeping the door open but these are at the back of the tent, they’re attached to the outer and you can see them dangling down either side, do have any idea what they’re for? Thanks, Jon.👍

@BackpackingUK Ай бұрын

It may be possible to roll the back of the tent fly up. Fjallraven’s do this. I guess that may have copied the design?

@humanweather Ай бұрын

Cheers dude.👍👍👍

@steldn5776 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Andy! You mentioned moulded earplugs in your video. Can you share more info on the brand or type you use please? I cant sleep without them.. :)

@BackpackingUK 2 жыл бұрын

We have a company come out to us for work. However, I'll have a look online for you.

@steldn5776 2 жыл бұрын

@@BackpackingUKCheers Andy!

@thegroove2000 Жыл бұрын

A tarp pver the porch area as well would be kool.

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

100%, you'd have a massive living area if you included a tarp too.

@thegroove2000 Жыл бұрын

@@BackpackingUK I am defo buying a tunnel tent. I have never had one before and I like the porch area to cook etc when it rains.

@atmakali9599 2 жыл бұрын

Where is this camp site in England? What animals are dangerous for this camp ?

@ahoward3503 2 жыл бұрын

we get 70 inches of rain per year throughout spring, fall, and winter where I live in the NW United States. It would be nice to get a proper tent to allow me to camp more days out of the year, rather than only wait for the nice weather in the summer.

@BackpackingUK 2 жыл бұрын

The UK has ever-changing weather conditions. Having a tent you can use in the rain is really important.

@ukpaul9221 2 жыл бұрын

Hi there. I love your vids. Loads of good sense. Thanks for them. Your tent looks like a copy of the Lichfield Cherokee. Almost all producers have copied Lichfield at one time or another. The design is a good one for fair weather or foul. Would suggest that getting the poles ready before laying down the groundsheet in the rain might be a better policy. Their is no better music than rain on canvas if you're dry inside and you've got access to hot grub. Naturehike is a Chinese company. Sadly, a lot of so-called British tents are made there as well, Every good wish - Paul in the Midlands

@BackpackingUK 2 жыл бұрын

I get lost who first designed what tent now, so many brands share similar designs. Great tip on laying out the poles before setting up!

@atmakali9599 2 жыл бұрын

20:31 what if you were attacked by tiger ? Night time dangerous outside tent.

@nicknijsmans4216 Жыл бұрын

Hi Backpacking UK, I've ordered also from camperlists. Unfortunally they don't answer emails and I haven't got any tracking information after 6 days? How was your delivery, took it also this time?

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

You need to allow 2 weeks for delivery. They’re good at responding to emails but it’s not instant. Most delivery problems tend to be with the carriers rather than the suppliers!

@nicknijsmans4216 Жыл бұрын

@@BackpackingUK thanks for the quick feedback. Lets hope the delivery went OK despite I haven't got the tracking info until today. Nice videos by the way!

@Gyppor 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review, Iike that tent design but the 2 man is too low for my liking. One tip for the rain, put your poles together before you roll out the ground sheet, it won't have time to get as wet.

@BackpackingUK 2 жыл бұрын

Another 10cm of head height and this would have been a brilliant tent.

@user-oe1be8gg1f 7 ай бұрын

Great review but I had a bad experience with CAMPERLISTS in that they dont honour there own returns policy. If something is faulty you wil have to pay shipping to return it despite what it says which could in some cases be more than a repair. Be carefull, you have been warned.

@sdqsdq6274 Жыл бұрын

is this the 2022 opalus ?

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

I think so, I got it at the start of this year.

@christianboutell7112 2 жыл бұрын

Theres no problem with forward planning.

@BackpackingUK 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly 👍

@LOFIGSD 2 жыл бұрын

Small tents in the rain, dreadful, I've got the NatureHike Cloudup 3 - great 3 season tent, I like the look of the large porch on this tent, electric mini pumps are worth the few grams

@BackpackingUK 2 жыл бұрын

They certainly are if you’re stuck in one!

@rolling-home 2 жыл бұрын

Whats the weight of ur tent? 🤔

@BackpackingUK 2 жыл бұрын

2150 grams all-in (fly, inner, poles, pegs, mat, guys, bags, etc).

@rolling-home 2 жыл бұрын

@@BackpackingUK wow, thats sounds expensively light 😅

@paumartinez5842 Жыл бұрын

Is the camper list free tax real?

@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын

Yes, 100%!

@jyella9919 2 жыл бұрын

I enjoy your videos. But you need a microphone.

@BackpackingUK 2 жыл бұрын

The whole video was taken using a Rode Wireless Mic set up and some of the footage I even had the Lav on too. The problem is when you try and cancel out some of the rain / wind noise to make the video watchable you lose some of the vocal too. I genuinely don't know what else to do? I've got the same audio as the others but I guess I go out in worse conditions.

@jyella9919 2 жыл бұрын

@@BackpackingUK okay. Well fair enough. I don’t think there is much you can do. Keep up the good work.