Hello again Simon, I've used the Hilleberg Tarp 5 quite extensively since I was last in touch, sometimes in conjunction with the Mesh Tent 1 and sometimes with just a simple bivy bag. I really like it. I was a bit worried at first how it would cope with the vagaries of the British climate. Whilst it is definitely a shelter for the warmer months with a bit of careful thought beforehand regarding where and how to pitch it I've never had any problems. I'm still a greenhorn newbie when it comes to tarp camping and learning lessons all the time. It's really an art unto itself I've discovered and requires a different mindset and method to what I've practiced in the past. It was one of your earlier videos that persuaded me to take the costly plunge and acquire this set up; so thanks for that. I've never regretted it.
The reason I carry hiking poles for this type of shelter is the ease of the set-up. I know that if I see a nice spot in-between a patch of trees, or by a lakeside I can set up easily and fast without going hunting for suitable length branches that have fallen on the ground, and this could take a very long time because most Finnish National Parks are very clean and free from fallen debris. This is the same reason I carry my own stakes, and don't go hunting for suitable pieces of wood to sharpen. That all takes a lot of time. Sure I could find two trees that are the correct distance apart and tie off to them, one at either end, but then I would also have to hope that the ground is nice and flat in-between. Also it's illegal to cut down any trees in a Finnish National Park, including the branches, and even if it was legal, I wouldn't chop into a live tree anyway. Also lastly, my lower back has some issues, so if I jar it, or if I have a bad fall from my bike, my back will twist up and I won't be able to walk without the aid of stick or 'poles', so that's the security reason behind the poles too. I hope this helps you find an understanding on why I carry the poles. Thanks for watching buddy and I appreciate the question. Have fun out there✌️😊
@@AnEnglishmaninFinland1 Hi Simon, OK - I am convinced now, you really need the hiking poles for some reasons. I dont know if it is for you, but I have similar issues with my lower back and find hammock camping a perfect solution for me. My first hammocks were cheap ones from Amazon....in the backsight waisted money. Not possible to have a relaxed sleep in. But if you spent about 200-250 € and get a real quality brand with a length of 300-335cm, (depends on your size) you will have the best sleep ever, a flat diagonal lay, perfect shelter, plenty of covered room, comfy seat ( no need to bring a chair). As far as I see, you will never have any problems to find some trees for a hammock. 😉
Hiya ha ha nothing like an over explanation of a question aye buddy😅 Yes I absolutely love hammock camping, I've been doing it for years, and I also find it good for the lower back stiffness. At present I have the Superlight Frontline Hammock by DD, although I do like to ground dwell as well so I am lucky enough to have a bunch of tents too, so I can grab a sleep system depending on how I feel. I appreciate the Hammock tip Slow Fox, it's not so easy out there for people with busted up bodies, and I agree with you that a hammock can help some with back problems, it does for me also🤙😊
That's a great setup for first time bike packing. Like you I have lightweight gear and have recently started biking. I like the distance I cover and my feet aren't sore so it's win win. I've seen people use their bike upside down to use as the front of the tarp, saves taking the pole. Thanks for sharing 🏕️👍
Hiya Duncan Thanks a lot buddy, yeah I absolutely agree with you, let the bike do the hike and also carry the weight, it's a win win😃 I have also seen the upside-down bike and tarp system and I really like that idea, but I hate mozzies and bugs getting on my face when I'm sleeping, so I unfortunately have to glamp it up with a bug net, and I wonder if it's possible with the upside-down bike technique, maybe it is, something to try out I think. Thanks for watching buddy and I'm glad you liked it🤙😃
Great bikepacking adventure vlogging 👍
Thank you Thomas I'm really pleased you liked it, and thanks for watching buddy🤙😊
Clever use of that backpack rain cover. Hopefully we'll see more bikepacking from you in the future!
Definitely more trips coming🤙😊
It's been a while since I dropped by got a bit tied up with all the astro stuff. Love that setup but I can't buy anymore Hilles🤣 Cheers Ollie
Good to hear from you Ollie thanks for dropping in👍 'Whispers' "Gotcha mate ("no more Hillies") is the wife listening?"✌️😂
Hello again Simon, I've used the Hilleberg Tarp 5 quite extensively since I was last in touch, sometimes in conjunction with the Mesh Tent 1 and sometimes with just a simple bivy bag. I really like it. I was a bit worried at first how it would cope with the vagaries of the British climate. Whilst it is definitely a shelter for the warmer months with a bit of careful thought beforehand regarding where and how to pitch it I've never had any problems. I'm still a greenhorn newbie when it comes to tarp camping and learning lessons all the time. It's really an art unto itself I've discovered and requires a different mindset and method to what I've practiced in the past. It was one of your earlier videos that persuaded me to take the costly plunge and acquire this set up; so thanks for that. I've never regretted it.
What is that white thingy on the ground at 37:36?
That's a thermacell mosquito repellent, but I didn't need it. Thanks for watching until the end👍😊
You are surrounded by trees, why do you carry the hikingpoles?
The reason I carry hiking poles for this type of shelter is the ease of the set-up. I know that if I see a nice spot in-between a patch of trees, or by a lakeside I can set up easily and fast without going hunting for suitable length branches that have fallen on the ground, and this could take a very long time because most Finnish National Parks are very clean and free from fallen debris. This is the same reason I carry my own stakes, and don't go hunting for suitable pieces of wood to sharpen. That all takes a lot of time. Sure I could find two trees that are the correct distance apart and tie off to them, one at either end, but then I would also have to hope that the ground is nice and flat in-between. Also it's illegal to cut down any trees in a Finnish National Park, including the branches, and even if it was legal, I wouldn't chop into a live tree anyway. Also lastly, my lower back has some issues, so if I jar it, or if I have a bad fall from my bike, my back will twist up and I won't be able to walk without the aid of stick or 'poles', so that's the security reason behind the poles too.
I hope this helps you find an understanding on why I carry the poles. Thanks for watching buddy and I appreciate the question. Have fun out there✌️😊
@@AnEnglishmaninFinland1
Hi Simon, OK - I am convinced now, you really need the hiking poles for some reasons.
I dont know if it is for you, but I have similar issues with my lower back and find hammock camping a perfect solution for me. My first hammocks were cheap ones from Amazon....in the backsight waisted money. Not possible to have a relaxed sleep in. But if you spent about 200-250 € and get a real quality brand with a length of 300-335cm, (depends on your size) you will have the best sleep ever, a flat diagonal lay, perfect shelter, plenty of covered room, comfy seat ( no need to bring a chair). As far as I see, you will never have any problems to find some trees for a hammock. 😉
Hiya ha ha nothing like an over explanation of a question aye buddy😅 Yes I absolutely love hammock camping, I've been doing it for years, and I also find it good for the lower back stiffness. At present I have the Superlight Frontline Hammock by DD, although I do like to ground dwell as well so I am lucky enough to have a bunch of tents too, so I can grab a sleep system depending on how I feel. I appreciate the Hammock tip Slow Fox, it's not so easy out there for people with busted up bodies, and I agree with you that a hammock can help some with back problems, it does for me also🤙😊
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That's a great setup for first time bike packing. Like you I have lightweight gear and have recently started biking. I like the distance I cover and my feet aren't sore so it's win win. I've seen people use their bike upside down to use as the front of the tarp, saves taking the pole. Thanks for sharing 🏕️👍
Hiya Duncan Thanks a lot buddy, yeah I absolutely agree with you, let the bike do the hike and also carry the weight, it's a win win😃 I have also seen the upside-down bike and tarp system and I really like that idea, but I hate mozzies and bugs getting on my face when I'm sleeping, so I unfortunately have to glamp it up with a bug net, and I wonder if it's possible with the upside-down bike technique, maybe it is, something to try out I think. Thanks for watching buddy and I'm glad you liked it🤙😃