I appreciate your resilience shown in this video. You just worked right through the problems (no seasoning, poorly constructed tent, rain, crossing a river, camera falling, etc. )! You must know that the imperfections are the things that make a great video. It's called entertainment and I love it. Keep going!
I love how you show everything and don’t pretend everything always goes perfect. Bruce is so well trained and you both have such a wonderful relationship.
Very much enjoy your videos, although i must step in on this one. I have this unit and very happy so far. Suggestion. You set up the system Once before you get into the wild. Obvious this is your first time other wise you wouldn't have your truck backed half way in to the tent . Because of this , water runs directly into the tent. You also admit the fly might not be correctly position ( which it isn't ) ,again contributes to your water pooling. People watch your videos and base they're purchases accordingly .
Like the fact that your videos are longer. Makes a nice change from most the others that are only 10 to 20 minutes long. Feels more like we are with you on the trip
Disclaimer: Any nasty comments will be deleted and the user permanently blocked, without hesitation. UPDATE: 24 Jun 2021: Have received a response from Napier Outdoors. Check my community tab to see their reply. UPDATE: 23 Jun 2021: The dealer has not been able to get a response from Napier so have decided to take the tent back to check it for faults and if so issue a refund. That is good service. Not so good is Napier's silence. This was supposed to be a 2 night camp testing gear for an eventual trip with my wife. To make sure she would be warm and dry. Didn't go according to plan. Hope you enjoy the video! Oh, and this is a direct quote from Napier Sportz website: "Do I need to use a seam sealer on my tent? A seam sealer is not necessary. Our rainflies and truck tent floors have taped seams to guard against water entry. For additional protection and product maintenance, you may wish to use a seam sealant on your tent. Please note that water drops through the needle holes along the seams is common with all tents and is not a manufacturer’s defect." LOL!!!
Reminds me of the movie where an engineer said small hairline cracks in the compressor blades is not an engineering issue, its a maintenance issue. Wrong, cracks are not in the design of the compressor blades..ohhh companies, when will they learn.
Hey am looking such tents any one who has that doesn't use them any more if u can donate to me I will really appreciate I do small camping trips for a living n mine are worn out completely, thanx
Wow... These people... I miss the integrity of companies of old. 😆 even a decade ago they were better than now. There is not much pride in their work these days. That's why I like to support small makers now.
I'm sorry the tent was such a disaster.. Your videos never disappoint, I enjoy them so much. You and Bruce are good camping buddies.. Please don't let rude people upset you with their comments. You do an awesome job. Please keep them coming.
If you set up a new tent on a sunny day (before you take it camping) soak it wet, then let it dry in the sun, it will tighten the fabric and seams and be more water resistant. You can also spray it with scotch guard fabric water sealer. Hope this helps.
Exactly. I have the same tent plus screen room and extra rain fly for over back of car. He put it too close to the car. The exhaust should not be inside. Lol
I have a SUV tent from RightLine Gear. Just got back from solo camping in Smoky Mountains in Tenn. Love the tent but since first time solo camping it took me over an hour to set up tent. 69 years old and newly widowed I needed to get away. It doesn’t have a vestibule but did great in rain. Used an indoor/outdoor carpet inside and I had a little home! First time watching your video and enjoyed!
Having the truck backing up to, or into the vestibule is a good idea, but I wouldn't be too keen having it in the living quarters. The new setup you have for truck camping, with the big tarp, is really good! Actually, the orange tent makes for a better ambiance ... in my opinion.
Exactly. It's false advertising and dangerous. From their website: "Do I need to use a seam sealer on my tent? A seam sealer is not necessary. Our rainflies and truck tent floors have taped seams to guard against water entry. For additional protection and product maintenance, you may wish to use a seam sealant on your tent. Please note that water drops through the needle holes along the seams is common with all tents and is not a manufacturer’s defect."
REI in the states makes truly waterproof tents. We went on a camping trip[ with 20 Girl Scout families and there was a torrential downpour. - we were the ONLY people who were not dragging wet camping gear out of our tent in the morning. I was worried because we had some pooling - but nothing came inside. THe seams were not just sealed they were double reinforced.
Would love to be able to cook in my tent on a rainy day. Unfortunately, with all the bears, cougars, coyotes etc in this part of the world, that would be begging for a "negative outcome wildlife encounter"! LOL!! All the best from Canada, and belly rubs for Bruce!
@@tamaramitchell9601 We stayed in a cabin in WV. It was built during the WPA. I knew it had no electricity and a giant iron range so I took a propane stove and a barbecue grill. Then we started seeing bear tracks around. I was glad I was in a cabin not a tent.
I appreciate what you do. Thank you for taking the time and effort to chronicle your camping adventures. I like the longer videos. It feels like I'm camping with you. I tell my people I'm going camping with Tony and Bruce. My cousin now always asks, how is Bruce, When I send her a screenshot to see and Brue is not in it, she goes, where's Bruce. LOL. And the views are spectacular. Thank you, thank you, thank you. I'm new to your channel, so am enjoying the older videos.
Yummy 😋 the Steak 🥩 and potatoes 🥔 and onions 🧅 look Delicious ! You are a good cook 👨🍳 Tony !And I love that your videos are longer I really enjoy them! I find it so Relaxing 😌 listening to the Rain 🌧 hitting on the tarp ! I love seeing that little beautiful fur baby Bruce😊🐶❤️ I love all your tents 🏕 and I love all of your tarps my favorite is the orange one North face that you have set up with your truck Tony you & Bruce have a lot of room very nice 👍. Tony When you took ur walk with Bruce absolutely beautiful I felt like I was right there with you thank you beautiful scenery!😁
Never thought I would find myself watching 2-3 hour RUclips videos. Welp….here I am….watching your 2-3 hour camping videos lol. I love them. I love beer. I love Bruce. Husband and I have now planned a camping trip for September. Cheers from Sunny San Diego, California!!!!
Well done for getting out there In heavy rain to test a tent. I have learnt that most tents are crap, I just dont trust them on their own. Now days i put a tarp over the tent, run a ridge line from two staked poles and paracord. I use a vango tent under a decent ridgeline tarp which i made out of ripstop and an iron. never gets wet. Upgraded aluminium poles also. whole setup is about 200 pounds and has lasted since 2018. like you said, stick with what you know. cheers for sharing.
Hello Tony, you are so right about America, the trucks are bigger, my husband has a F-150 and it is very big, a lot of room, i can lay down in the back seat and it is very comfortable, my husband is sick now, I drive the truck and my EQUINOX and it has plenty of room too, i ❤️ love all your videos with you and Bruce , God Bless you and Bruce, keep making more, thank you!
Especially loved the walk at the end…really showing off what NZ is all about. Many thanks. Wish we had just a fraction of the clear running streams you guys have. Cheers from Australia.
My second time watching one of your videos and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Your Paul Bruce is an absolute delight. It’s too bad you had to cut your camping trip short due to such poor quality associated with that tent. You have sold me on New Zealand. I have always thought of New Zealand as a fascinating place where I could visit, but I’ve waited too long. I have subscribed to your channel and look forward to watching some of your past videos. You definitely have the gift of gab which I enjoy. Keep on producing videos and I will continue to watch. I am now going to look at how I may buy you a cup of coffee. Catch you later my friend.
Beautiful campsite, lovely trails, well-trained and loving companion, cold and pouring outside but managed to stay dry and warm, great night's sleep, no critters, delicious food in it's purest form, tent easy to put up and tear down. What could be better? Count your blessings.
I have literally watched all of your videos in a week 😅 love the chill videos in the rain around a fire with a beer, cigar and Bruce. I’m on a mission to go on my first camp trip in the rain with my pup!🙏 thank you! Keep making great content!
OMG! I absolutely frigging LOVE this setup! I wish water wasn't at leaking in, but I won't lie it looks so comfortable I'm over here relaxing just watching it LOL
I'm so sorry you lost your dear boy Bruce. He was lovely. I've only just discovered your channel and I am loving checking out all the tents and equipment that you use. I have loved watching Bruce and yourself on your trips. Heartbreaking that you have lost him. My sincere condolences. I watch your channel because I have 4 dogs and I am looking for tips for travel in an SUV with a decent tent on the back of the vehicle to bring my elderly dogs with me in UK. Rest in peace sweet Bruce. Thank you for your excellent equipment, camping videos.
I enjoy watching your videos, i am learning a lot from you, i have never been camping before, i was always afraid, you are a beautiful person God Bless you and keep making videos!
I really like that the entire video is genuine, and it's nice to know I'm not the only one who occasionally forgets to bring one small item or make mistakes..👍✌
Hi Tony and Brucey, I love your channel. Thank you for the review. WOW! That tent was horrible. Geezers. I'm happy you were able to get a refund. Brucey looks so happy 😊 You're doing a wonderful job with him. Don't worry about what other people say. You don't have to explain anything you do with Brucey, he's your dog. If they don't like it well, they don't have to watch. Why can't people just mind their own business 🙄 not all dogs are the same. Why do people think just because they have a dog that they know everything 🤔 when they don't have a clue? "Ugh." My brother-in-law has a mountain dog, and yes, they are totally different from a house, urban city dog. My point is that people need to worry about themselves instead of putting their nose where they don't belong. Geezers just leave others alone, plus Brucey is healthy and loved. He eats like a king, yet people still feel the need to pick SMH. Rant over, lol. GOD BLESS Y'ALL KEEP ADVENTURING
Just like fishing, worst day of camping beats the best day at work. We’ve all forgotten things or had mishaps; they make for great stories on your next outing.
Appreciation goes a long way. Enjoy watching you and Bruce live your best life. You speak from your heart and that is what makes watching your channel so enjoyable.
Why keep that crappy tent? Tell the company you reviewed it! Tell them to watch the video. Get your money back and get something else. Why should you have to fix it? 😍😍Would have been a great tent if done right.
I know this is an older video but I'm just now seeing it for the first time, and thought I would just drop an idea: I've got family that keeps a tackle box filled with things from fast food restaurants or similar places where you might find such things like condiments and seasoning packets, wrapped cutlery, and other such things likely to become useful when traveling. Might not be a bad idea to keep one in your truck? Maybe a smaller sealed box in your pack when you walk to your site so that you will always have something in case you forget seasoning or anything. Love all your videos so far!
Watching Bruce playing in the rain reminds me of roller skating in the rain (remember the old sktes that came with a key and you just tighten the skates to your shoes, back in the 50's it was my favorite thing to do by myself. Bruce and I would get along well.
Great job of making the best of the situation. So glad you consider your dog in your decisions; animals are so vulnerable to our choices and are such faithful companions. The steak looks delicious, btw.
Love the video. Makes me wish I could go camping right now! I don’t wish to come across as rude, just want to help. I always bring a large tarp to cover my tent as a precaution. It helps with the rain situations. I hope you guys enjoy your camping trip! 😊
Missing luxuries like olive oil, a tent that don't leak and other little things only makes you more thankful for all the blessings in your life and helps you realize just how blessed we are. Heavenly Father provided for us so generously and what a Good and loving Heavenly Father He is to us. God bless and enjoy your lovely camping trip my friend.❤🇺🇸
I am a rain lover and the thrill of being in the rain was what made me start watching you and your dog on your out in the rain camping experiences. I have enjoyed your adventures. One thing that I felt i had to comment on was your Napier tent review. You are the tent in the rain guru and I give you that. But I respectfully inquire was that tent designed for your massive truck? I liked the tent so I researched a bit as i watched your video. It seems to be advertised for SUV's which are smaller than that tank you drive and when you commence your setups you have started with the storm already in progress before you begin. I have a Ford pickup. maybe that tent was not designed for the truck configuration. And your truck is bigger than mine. Sad but I could not find anything in the sale description that actually said put me on a truck. Outside of that Fire up a good cigar, pop a cold one, give Bruce a treat and chillax man. You are the rainman. Don't let the rain get you so flustered.
Your Bruce is likely one of the luckiest and well cared for dog ever! He virtually lives in the outdoors, He gets his dog food plus healthy meat treats and his tooth care treats! He so obviously loves you and his life! This thing of dogs wearing coats started as a marketing thing! Only naturally bald dogs need coats. Hence nature gave the rest a good one! Had dogs that have lived for many many years and never bought coats! (Horses for courses!) Not good how the tent leaked!
Thank You for the review of tent. I bought 1 similar from the same company. After watching your video, I set it up at home to get a good feel for how to set it up & get the sleve fit to my Jeep. I sprayed it with Out Door Scotch gaurd. I didn't get the rain fly on it. Of course it rained, like the rain you had. Next day I wasn't surprised it leaked. Thanks to you I wasn't too upset. I sprayed the seems again put rain fly on. But it hasn't rained yet 😕 I don't want to go camping till it's sorted out. You saved me a miserable Trip.
I absolutely loved watching this camping adventure. I enjoyed the cozy feel of the tent even with the rain pouring in. I've never been camping but this is how I would like to try it. Big closed in tent, tailgate, cot with luxury padding and a warm quilt. Of course can't forget the good food and very good wine. My Bichon 'Bella' would have to stay home tho because she doesn't like the rain and especially doesn't like getting her feet wet. Hello Bruce!!! you gorgeous boy. I love seeing you always. Thanks for sharing. Gloria, USA
Your videos are becoming my favorite pastimes. Love hearing the sound of tent zippers. Have spent many nights camping in northern New Mexico in the summers. Thank you for all your effort in making these videos. Love them.
"The exact opposite of Australia", I love it. As an experienced dog owner/trainer I can see Bruce is smarter than the average dog. Has Bruce been formally trained or is it just you?
I saw from another comment reply, that you did send the tent back! " They took the tent back and refunded because it was faulty." So glad you did that, and that they took it back! But we did love watching your video of everything--sure some great funny moments! We haven't finished watching it yet, but do love your long format videos! We love your ability to bring us with you as if we're having a conversation. I feel you're a part of our family now, thanks so much for letting us in! So sorry for the loss of your father--that must have been so hard! My husbands' mother passed 9 months before COVID hit--he had been really sad, but we're both so happy now that she went when she did so that we were able to visit her right to the end. Would have been terrible if we weren't able to see her as many of the Canadian senior home's were locked down and no one could visit loved ones! Such a lonely way to go! We're so glad you got to spend so much time with your dad before he passed, such a treasure that was! So sad that YOU got Covid though! God bless you and your lovely family! Dawn Lynn and Larry from Ottawa Canada!
I got one of these tents for my Honda Element. I almost got the Napier, but got the Honda one instead and set it up in my front yard just to get familiar with it. Clearly it was not sealed and intended for rain at all. I took off work this week to go camping, but 100% chance of rain everywhere within driving distance, so I wimped out and stayed home. My friend sent me the link to your video, so I got the experience without actually having to deal with it. I spent two weeks building a setup in my car to sleep with my 2 cats and my dog. The tent was supposed to just be a place to hang out during the day, but I could tell it was going to be miserable. Thanks for sharing. I may try to rig up a rain fly for the top and do some seam sealing ahead of time. Can't always count on fair weather. Love Bruce!! You are a trooper to get through a night, but perhaps the whiskey and bacon helped. LOL!!
Shirley here again. I love watching videos from New Zealand and Australian backgrounds. Thanks for letting me go along with you and Bruce camping in the rain. Hope you have sunshine tomorrow and dry out Good bye from Delaware. USA.
Yes, dogs are still animals, they know how to survive and drink water if its raining, the problems people have is they treat their dog so much like humans they take away their animal instincts and natural survival tactics. Dogs are smart, they know what to do, as for being outside in rain and cold, people forget they have their own fur coats, they stay warmer than us.
Awesome video, I really enjoyed watching! Always be prepared for your first pancake to be the 'sacrificial' one, that christens the pan and turns out a mess ;) It will tell you if you need to change your mix a bit, or vary your heat. Second time lucky, first one goes in the dog ;) (cooking without butter/oil is playing on hard mode anyway, that spray-oil is great for greasing the pan for pancakes)
You are doing wonderfully, do how you do, don't listen to them. You treat him very well. He is a good dog. Brucie is a good name. Keep doing how you do!
Nice big tent. Its a shame it was leaking at every corner. You can tell you were totally disappointed. Thank you for your cooking ideas. Maybe start your own camp out cookbook. Fun, easy and no waste. Perfect.. Bruce knew the rain wasn't going to stop. He enjoyed the big area you had inside the tent. Beautiful trail. Thank you. Seeya next time.
@@jamespowell3056 that's wonderful!! It reminds me of home (Canada) we are very popular for ice fishing and also spring/summer fishing. We have the best salmon 😋 You should visit if you haven't been before!! 😊😊
I've done tent camping and I know things can happen. Some of it good and not so good. But later on I think about it and chuckle how I worked out the issues. Thankyou for showing no matter how tough it got, you didn't give up and worked around the issues at the moment.
Came for the river crossings...stayed for a steak dinner and pancakes in the morning! Nice one guys. (P.S. I am worried though that everyone will begin to think it always rains in NZ...haha).
Just recntly found your channel. Really enjoying the content. You have inspired me to do a rainy camp out! I had high hopes for that tent & I was expecting it to be just right, but sadly that wasn't the case. I think I would have been tempted to take or send it back to the retailer for a refund if it was me!
Tony I am watching this for the first time. I don't know how I missed this one. I am loving it. All of the mishaps you have is so normal and wonderful. You just roll with it.
Watching this one made me sad for all that went wrong for you. But you did a GREAT job rolling with the punches. Very well done, sir. Brucey is definitely the star of the show. Sorry to break it to you. But I think you knew that already. 😘
I absolutely love this guy, he makes me laugh so much. I can never tell if he's serious or playing the part of the never-ending whiner and complainer, his videos are so much gloom and doom that I can't stop watching. He's the most unhappy camper I've ever seen on RUclips, but I truly admire his work. Keep 'em coming AB!
@Don't Takeanythingfrgrnted, he is not whining, he is critiquing these set ups to find the right one for his wife to accompany him. It can't be done in 5, 10 20 minutes!
@@bicbic8557 It's a subjective call, why would even argue about something so petty? Well, that's the Internet I guess, always someone wanting to bicker over nothing. I say he's whining because I've watched so many of his videos - he is overly dramatic and a complainer but he is also interesting and funny. I like him and his vids so I'm laughing at him as if he is a friend. You say he's not whining, really? So you think he doesn't complain a bit too much and for too long? Well, good for you sweet cakes!
I am a 66 year old Australian in Canada . I am with you. Love the vids and most of all Brucy. Yes, Tony does seem to go on for too long with the complaints in some but it is still a good thing for those looking for the right kind of tent for their camping trips. I fast forward past mostly. Not like the old days when I was a child where we only had canvas tents, which were most definitely not water proof and also with wooden poles. Love the innovative items available for out door vacations. Happy tenting all
What an Amazing Adventure !!! WOW !!! Loved it !!! That place was amazing especially at the end when you and Brucy went for a walk. It was gorgeous. Beautiful place for camping and the river also in summer must be awsome to get nice and cool before a long rest. The tent was great except for the leaking seams. It was huge and roomy. Love the colour blue and the little front entrance. Loved all the cooking and the setup in general. Brucy is a truly great companion. Like my little Happy. Animals are amazing. Beautiful, thank you so much for sharing. Take care and stay safe. Love from Australia.
You did a trip a couple of months ago where you went for a hike. I would like to see more hiking if possible. Maybe, if it is interesting, the hike into and or out of the campsite. Or if you do two nights at camp, a hike on the middle day would add something to the video. Thanks.
Pretty comfy setup and so convenient to have the back of truck in the tent as well. It's a shame the tent is so leaky. 😂 Thank's for the video. Keep up the good work. Soon I'll buy you a beer, as soon as I can work again. Things are still pretty bad here in Brazil with this virus situation so thank's again because the videos are good distractions. Cheers 🍻
I appreciate your resilience shown in this video. You just worked right through the problems (no seasoning, poorly constructed tent, rain, crossing a river, camera falling, etc. )! You must know that the imperfections are the things that make a great video. It's called entertainment and I love it. Keep going!
I appreciate that!
Toros! Glad to see I’m not the only African American or wherever you’re from, that watches this stuff. Do u watch bush crafting as well? Do u camp?
Yes correct. Camping is practice for dealing with the inconveniences of life in general.
@@ABCampingTony you could of used the beer 🍺 to make a sauce and flavor the food 🥑
@@ABCampingTony oh wow you had wine 🍷 also that's another helpful tool for your cooking 🔪🍳 u could of used that for the potatoes and streak
I love how you show everything and don’t pretend everything always goes perfect. Bruce is so well trained and you both have such a wonderful relationship.
I love how you value goo craftsmanship. It seems that too few take pride in their work anymore.
Very much enjoy your videos, although i must step in on this one. I have this unit and very happy so far. Suggestion. You set up the system Once before you get into the wild. Obvious this is your first time other wise you wouldn't have your truck backed half way in to the tent . Because of this , water runs directly into the tent. You also admit the fly might not be correctly position ( which it isn't ) ,again contributes to your water pooling. People watch your videos and base they're purchases accordingly .
Like the fact that your videos are longer. Makes a nice change from most the others that are only 10 to 20 minutes long. Feels more like we are with you on the trip
I certainly do
As do I .. I’ve never been camping ⛺️ always wanted to go, these videos are awesome 🌻
❤️❤️Agreed❤️❤️
I agree these are the best of the camping videos - I enjoy watching them with a nice glass of whiskey!
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Thank you for being a watchdog for those of us looking to purchase a camping tent. Thank you Bruce, for being a good camping partner.👍🏾
Sounds like this company Napier Tents is scamming people with low quality products.
Don't ever shorten the length of your video's because it gives me a sense of being there camping with you and adorable Bruce. Just loved this video.🤗🙏
Glad to hear it. Another car camping video publishing in a few hours.
I’ll state the obvious. Everyone loves Bruce. What a great camping mate.
Seriously!!
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I love Bruce too. He’s such a contented fur baby
Yeah Bruce so cool
His massive eyes
I love how you always express concern for Bruce’s welfare! You’re a good dog dad!
I can tell you and Bruce are best buds. He’s a great dog!
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UPDATE: 24 Jun 2021: Have received a response from Napier Outdoors. Check my community tab to see their reply.
UPDATE: 23 Jun 2021: The dealer has not been able to get a response from Napier so have decided to take the tent back to check it for faults and if so issue a refund. That is good service. Not so good is Napier's silence.
This was supposed to be a 2 night camp testing gear for an eventual trip with my wife. To make sure she would be warm and dry. Didn't go according to plan. Hope you enjoy the video! Oh, and this is a direct quote from Napier Sportz website: "Do I need to use a seam sealer on my tent?
A seam sealer is not necessary. Our rainflies and truck tent floors have taped seams to guard against water entry. For additional protection and product maintenance, you may wish to use a seam sealant on your tent. Please note that water drops through the needle holes along the seams is common with all tents and is not a manufacturer’s defect." LOL!!!
Reminds me of the movie where an engineer said small hairline cracks in the compressor blades is not an engineering issue, its a maintenance issue. Wrong, cracks are not in the design of the compressor blades..ohhh companies, when will they learn.
What a bummer. Can’t trust anyone. Companies lie. Sorry you had to find out the hard way.
That line about leaking being common in all tents just makes you want to strangle someone.
Hey am looking such tents any one who has that doesn't use them any more if u can donate to me I will really appreciate I do small camping trips for a living n mine are worn out completely, thanx
Wow... These people... I miss the integrity of companies of old. 😆 even a decade ago they were better than now. There is not much pride in their work these days. That's why I like to support small makers now.
I love being snuggled up in a tent while it's raining outside, as long as the rain isn't coming into the tent of course!
I'm sorry the tent was such a disaster.. Your videos never disappoint, I enjoy them so much. You and Bruce are good camping buddies.. Please don't let rude people upset you with their comments. You do an awesome job. Please keep them coming.
When you said “He might get up and drink all that water” Bruce looked like “who?!” Lol
You had one of those nights man. Murphys law - everything that can go wrong will go wrong. You stuck it out tho. You and Bruce truly enjoy this
If you set up a new tent on a sunny day (before you take it camping) soak it wet, then let it dry in the sun, it will tighten the fabric and seams and be more water resistant. You can also spray it with scotch guard fabric water sealer. Hope this helps.
Exactly
That's exactly what I always do!
Exactly. I have the same tent plus screen room and extra rain fly for over back of car. He put it too close to the car. The exhaust should not be inside. Lol
You shouldnt have to waterproof the seams before you can use it,should be done when its made.
Should probably stake down the sides down as well so they don't sit up and collect water right on the bottom seams.
I have a SUV tent from RightLine Gear. Just got back from solo camping in Smoky Mountains in Tenn. Love the tent but since first time solo camping it took me over an hour to set up tent. 69 years old and newly widowed I needed to get away. It doesn’t have a vestibule but did great in rain. Used an indoor/outdoor carpet inside and I had a little home!
First time watching your video and enjoyed!
Having the truck backing up to, or into the vestibule is a good idea, but I wouldn't be too keen having it in the living quarters. The new setup you have for truck camping, with the big tarp, is really good! Actually, the orange tent makes for a better ambiance ... in my opinion.
Companys should be fined for selling tents that they say are waterproof , when they obviously are not !.
Exactly. It's false advertising and dangerous. From their website: "Do I need to use a seam sealer on my tent?
A seam sealer is not necessary. Our rainflies and truck tent floors have taped seams to guard against water entry. For additional protection and product maintenance, you may wish to use a seam sealant on your tent. Please note that water drops through the needle holes along the seams is common with all tents and is not a manufacturer’s defect."
What happened to the dog where he's going to lay at it's just leaking on the floor
@@ABCampingTony well , that's rubbish if ever iv'e herd it !
Very true, I Wis someone would design a serious waterproof tent it's taunting especially if you have clients being rained on
REI in the states makes truly waterproof tents. We went on a camping trip[ with 20 Girl Scout families and there was a torrential downpour. - we were the ONLY people who were not dragging wet camping gear out of our tent in the morning. I was worried because we had some pooling - but nothing came inside. THe seams were not just sealed they were double reinforced.
Would love to be able to cook in my tent on a rainy day. Unfortunately, with all the bears, cougars, coyotes etc in this part of the world, that would be begging for a "negative outcome wildlife encounter"! LOL!! All the best from Canada, and belly rubs for Bruce!
Thank you
I was thinking the same thing. Bacon! Not a chance.
Another Canadian here. I live in BC and we’ve always cooked in tents or beside and never had an issue with wildlife.
@@tamaramitchell9601 We stayed in a cabin in WV. It was built during the WPA. I knew it had no electricity and a giant iron range so I took a propane stove and a barbecue grill. Then we started seeing bear tracks around. I was glad I was in a cabin not a tent.
I appreciate what you do. Thank you for taking the time and effort to chronicle your camping adventures. I like the longer videos. It feels like I'm camping with you. I tell my people I'm going camping with Tony and Bruce. My cousin now always asks, how is Bruce, When I send her a screenshot to see and Brue is not in it, she goes, where's Bruce. LOL. And the views are spectacular. Thank you, thank you, thank you. I'm new to your channel, so am enjoying the older videos.
Yummy 😋 the Steak 🥩 and potatoes 🥔 and onions 🧅 look Delicious ! You are a good cook 👨🍳 Tony !And I love that your videos are longer I really enjoy them! I find it so Relaxing 😌 listening to the Rain 🌧 hitting on the tarp ! I love seeing that little beautiful fur baby Bruce😊🐶❤️ I love all your tents 🏕 and I love all of your tarps my favorite is the orange one North face that you have set up with your truck Tony you & Bruce have a lot of room very nice 👍. Tony When you took ur walk with Bruce absolutely beautiful I felt like I was right there with you thank you beautiful scenery!😁
Never thought I would find myself watching 2-3 hour RUclips videos. Welp….here I am….watching your 2-3 hour camping videos lol. I love them. I love beer. I love Bruce. Husband and I have now planned a camping trip for September. Cheers from Sunny San Diego, California!!!!
Well done for getting out there In heavy rain to test a tent. I have learnt that most tents are crap, I just dont trust them on their own. Now days i put a tarp over the tent, run a ridge line from two staked poles and paracord. I use a vango tent under a decent ridgeline tarp which i made out of ripstop and an iron. never gets wet. Upgraded aluminium poles also. whole setup is about 200 pounds and has lasted since 2018. like you said, stick with what you know. cheers for sharing.
Hello Tony, you are so right about America, the trucks are bigger, my husband has a F-150 and it is very big, a lot of room, i can lay down in the back seat and it is very comfortable, my husband is sick now, I drive the truck and my EQUINOX and it has plenty of room too, i ❤️ love all your videos with you and Bruce , God Bless you and Bruce, keep making more, thank you!
Especially loved the walk at the end…really showing off what NZ is all about. Many thanks. Wish we had just a fraction of the clear running streams you guys have. Cheers from Australia.
When I truck camp I always bring a few extra tarps just in case!
yes I should have too
My thought exactly!
My second time watching one of your videos and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Your Paul Bruce is an absolute delight. It’s too bad you had to cut your camping trip short due to such poor quality associated with that tent. You have sold me on New Zealand. I have always thought of New Zealand as a fascinating place where I could visit, but I’ve waited too long. I have subscribed to your channel and look forward to watching some of your past videos. You definitely have the gift of gab which I enjoy. Keep on producing videos and I will continue to watch. I am now going to look at how I may buy you a cup of coffee. Catch you later my friend.
Beautiful campsite, lovely trails, well-trained and loving companion, cold and pouring outside but managed to stay dry and warm, great night's sleep, no critters, delicious food in it's purest form, tent easy to put up and tear down. What could be better? Count your blessings.
I get such a vicarious pleasure out of watching you two. Mixed with a little envy. Beautiful country.
Glad you enjoyed it
I have literally watched all of your videos in a week 😅 love the chill videos in the rain around a fire with a beer, cigar and Bruce.
I’m on a mission to go on my first camp trip in the rain with my pup!🙏 thank you! Keep making great content!
Glad you like them!
Factz
OMG! I absolutely frigging LOVE this setup! I wish water wasn't at leaking in, but I won't lie it looks so comfortable I'm over here relaxing just watching it LOL
Thanks
I'm so sorry you lost your dear boy Bruce. He was lovely. I've only just discovered your channel and I am loving checking out all the tents and equipment that you use. I have loved watching Bruce and yourself on your trips. Heartbreaking that you have lost him. My sincere condolences.
I watch your channel because I have 4 dogs and I am looking for tips for travel in an SUV with a decent tent on the back of the vehicle to bring my elderly dogs with me in UK.
Rest in peace sweet Bruce. Thank you for your excellent equipment, camping videos.
I enjoy watching your videos, i am learning a lot from you, i have never been camping before, i was always afraid, you are a beautiful person God Bless you and keep making videos!
I really like that the entire video is genuine, and it's nice to know I'm not the only one who occasionally forgets to bring one small item or make mistakes..👍✌
I’m only 15 mins in and loving it already. This is exactly how I like to camp! Cheers from 🇨🇦🍻
Thank you
Brad Doell….my style of camping as well…Nova Scotia🇨🇦
Hi Tony and Brucey, I love your channel. Thank you for the review. WOW! That tent was horrible. Geezers.
I'm happy you were able to get a refund.
Brucey looks so happy 😊
You're doing a wonderful job with him. Don't worry about what other people say. You don't have to explain anything you do with Brucey, he's your dog. If they don't like it well, they don't have to watch.
Why can't people just mind their own business 🙄 not all dogs are the same. Why do people think just because they have a dog that they know everything 🤔 when they don't have a clue? "Ugh."
My brother-in-law has a mountain dog, and yes, they are totally different from a house, urban city dog.
My point is that people need to worry about themselves instead of putting their nose where they don't belong. Geezers just leave others alone, plus Brucey is healthy and loved. He eats like a king, yet people still feel the need to pick SMH.
Rant over, lol.
GOD BLESS Y'ALL
KEEP ADVENTURING
Brucey is SUPERSMART and ADORABLE. He knows when to get out of the way when u backed the truck out.
Clarksons farm is great ,I watched the whole series in a day. Love the pancake and bacon breakfast , seems food always taste better while camping .
Just like fishing, worst day of camping beats the best day at work. We’ve all forgotten things or had mishaps; they make for great stories on your next outing.
Appreciation goes a long way.
Enjoy watching you and Bruce live your best life.
You speak from your heart and that is what makes watching
your channel so enjoyable.
3:00 I can tell that your dog wants to jump into the back of your truck to get out of the rain. Lol
I’d like if the tent makers put clear covers on the windows, as well as the solid covers for privacy. I just don’t like not being able to see outside.
Why keep that crappy tent? Tell the company you reviewed it! Tell them to watch the video. Get your money back and get something else. Why should you have to fix it? 😍😍Would have been a great tent if done right.
Returned already and refunded.
That dog Brucie is absolutely beautiful!
You are a Champion. You never give up no matter what the conditions and you always find ways to solve any problems.
My tent being crap would be worse than no seasoning 💯 That was one of the most beautiful spots I’ve seen! Wow 🤩 Thanks so much for sharing with us
"He might actually get up in the middle of the night and drink that water "🤣 30 minutes in and loving it, as always!
lol
Cheers to the beers there mate 🍻 ....long as you got the beers....you can handle anything 🤙🤙
I know this is an older video but I'm just now seeing it for the first time, and thought I would just drop an idea: I've got family that keeps a tackle box filled with things from fast food restaurants or similar places where you might find such things like condiments and seasoning packets, wrapped cutlery, and other such things likely to become useful when traveling. Might not be a bad idea to keep one in your truck? Maybe a smaller sealed box in your pack when you walk to your site so that you will always have something in case you forget seasoning or anything. Love all your videos so far!
Some of my very best camping trips and memories are when nothing goes to plan.
"Long drop house" in the usa is called an out house. Its so cool to hear what different things r called in other places.
lol
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Watching Bruce playing in the rain reminds me of roller skating in the rain (remember the old sktes that came with a key and you just tighten the skates to your shoes, back in the 50's it was my favorite thing to do by myself. Bruce and I would get along well.
Great job of making the best of the situation. So glad you consider your dog in your decisions; animals are so vulnerable to our choices and are such faithful companions. The steak looks delicious, btw.
Love the video. Makes me wish I could go camping right now! I don’t wish to come across as rude, just want to help. I always bring a large tarp to cover my tent as a precaution. It helps with the rain situations. I hope you guys enjoy your camping trip! 😊
He usually brings a tarp. I'm surprised on this trip he didn't
That looked like so much fun. Bruce is adorable. I love camping.
Missing luxuries like olive oil, a tent that don't leak and other little things only makes you more thankful for all the blessings in your life and helps you realize just how blessed we are. Heavenly Father provided for us so generously and what a Good and loving Heavenly Father He is to us. God bless and enjoy your lovely camping trip my friend.❤🇺🇸
That's it!! No snakes, no annoying predators!! From Chicago, to ZEALAND, HERE I COME!!🤣🇺🇸
I am a rain lover and the thrill of being in the rain was what made me start watching you and your dog on your out in the rain camping experiences. I have enjoyed your adventures. One thing that I felt i had to comment on was your Napier tent review. You are the tent in the rain guru and I give you that. But I respectfully inquire was that tent designed for your massive truck? I liked the tent so I researched a bit as i watched your video. It seems to be advertised for SUV's which are smaller than that tank you drive and when you commence your setups you have started with the storm already in progress before you begin. I have a Ford pickup. maybe that tent was not designed for the truck configuration. And your truck is bigger than mine. Sad but I could not find anything in the sale description that actually said put me on a truck. Outside of that Fire up a good cigar, pop a cold one, give Bruce a treat and chillax man. You are the rainman. Don't let the rain get you so flustered.
Your Bruce is likely one of the luckiest and well cared for dog ever! He virtually lives in the outdoors, He gets his dog food plus healthy meat treats and his tooth care treats! He so obviously loves you and his life! This thing of dogs wearing coats started as a marketing thing! Only naturally bald dogs need coats. Hence nature gave the rest a good one! Had dogs that have lived for many many years and never bought coats! (Horses for courses!) Not good how the tent leaked!
I am so glad I came across this video! I absolutely enjoyed this. Thank you for enduring this time. Your accent, the mishaps, oh man…good stuff.
Thank You for the review of tent. I bought 1 similar from the same company. After watching your video,
I set it up at home to get a good feel for how to set it up & get the sleve fit to my Jeep.
I sprayed it with Out Door Scotch gaurd. I didn't get the rain fly on it. Of course it rained, like the rain you had. Next day I wasn't surprised it leaked. Thanks to you I wasn't too upset.
I sprayed the seems again put rain fly on. But it hasn't rained yet 😕 I don't want to go camping till it's sorted out.
You saved me a miserable Trip.
I absolutely loved watching this camping adventure. I enjoyed the cozy feel of the tent even with the rain pouring in. I've never been camping but this is how I would like to try it. Big closed in tent, tailgate, cot with luxury padding and a warm quilt. Of course can't forget the good food and very good wine. My Bichon 'Bella' would have to stay home tho because she doesn't like the rain and especially doesn't like getting her feet wet. Hello Bruce!!! you gorgeous boy. I love seeing you always. Thanks for sharing.
Gloria, USA
Thanks
A lid for the pan would help soften the vegetables. You re doing fine. Have a good time.
Your videos are becoming my favorite pastimes. Love hearing the sound of tent zippers. Have spent many nights camping in northern New Mexico in the summers. Thank you for all your effort in making these videos. Love them.
Watched this one before, but when I came across it again, I thought I'd enjoy the adventure with you and Brucie again. So glad you survived.
"The exact opposite of Australia", I love it. As an experienced dog owner/trainer I can see Bruce is smarter than the average dog. Has Bruce been formally trained or is it just you?
Just me
2 and half hours of bliss.
LOL
@@ABCampingTony Ok maybe not LOL... Partial bliss.
@@D3cker1 For Bruce it was. Bruce: "Finally a properly functioning tent that let's the rain in"
I saw from another comment reply, that you did send the tent back!
" They took the tent back and refunded because it was faulty."
So glad you did that, and that they took it back! But we did love watching your video of everything--sure some great funny moments! We haven't finished watching it yet, but do love your long format videos!
We love your ability to bring us with you as if we're having a conversation. I feel you're a part of our family now, thanks so much for letting us in!
So sorry for the loss of your father--that must have been so hard!
My husbands' mother passed 9 months before COVID hit--he had been really sad, but we're both so happy now that she went when she did so that we were able to visit her right to the end. Would have been terrible if we weren't able to see her as many of the Canadian senior home's were locked down and no one could visit loved ones! Such a lonely way to go!
We're so glad you got to spend so much time with your dad before he passed, such a treasure that was! So sad that YOU got Covid though!
God bless you and your lovely family!
Dawn Lynn and Larry from Ottawa Canada!
I got one of these tents for my Honda Element. I almost got the Napier, but got the Honda one instead and set it up in my front yard just to get familiar with it. Clearly it was not sealed and intended for rain at all. I took off work this week to go camping, but 100% chance of rain everywhere within driving distance, so I wimped out and stayed home. My friend sent me the link to your video, so I got the experience without actually having to deal with it. I spent two weeks building a setup in my car to sleep with my 2 cats and my dog. The tent was supposed to just be a place to hang out during the day, but I could tell it was going to be miserable. Thanks for sharing. I may try to rig up a rain fly for the top and do some seam sealing ahead of time. Can't always count on fair weather. Love Bruce!! You are a trooper to get through a night, but perhaps the whiskey and bacon helped. LOL!!
My Dad would use Scotch guard to water proof our tents back when we camped a lot in tents
Stunning walk at the end - what a fabulous treat, thank you AB :)
No problem.
Thanks for the long videos, love them and Bruce!!!
Our pleasure!
Shirley here again. I love watching videos from New Zealand and Australian backgrounds. Thanks for letting me go along with you and Bruce camping in the rain. Hope you have sunshine tomorrow and dry out Good bye from Delaware. USA.
I'd rather have listened to your happy story time bedtime routine than your tent disappointments. Thanks for the video. Blessings
Yes, dogs are still animals, they know how to survive and drink water if its raining, the problems people have is they treat their dog so much like humans they take away their animal instincts and natural survival tactics. Dogs are smart, they know what to do, as for being outside in rain and cold, people forget they have their own fur coats, they stay warmer than us.
Awesome video, I really enjoyed watching! Always be prepared for your first pancake to be the 'sacrificial' one, that christens the pan and turns out a mess ;) It will tell you if you need to change your mix a bit, or vary your heat. Second time lucky, first one goes in the dog ;) (cooking without butter/oil is playing on hard mode anyway, that spray-oil is great for greasing the pan for pancakes)
Thanks for watching!
No Napier products for me. Thank you Tony, I truly appreciate all your work and headaches to show everyone these product flaws.
You are doing wonderfully, do how you do, don't listen to them. You treat him very well. He is a good dog. Brucie is a good name. Keep doing how you do!
I would have added the wine or beer to help cook the potatoes. It would give some flavor at least.
This is the New Zealand version of camping with Steve.
‼️HUNKER DOWN‼️ 🚌 ⛺️ 🥷
@@Georgiasomar Nice pfp
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When tents leak and your mad one phrase can make life awesome again. It's beer time... love it.
Nice big tent. Its a shame it was leaking at every corner. You can tell you were totally disappointed. Thank you for your cooking ideas. Maybe start your own camp out cookbook. Fun, easy and no waste. Perfect.. Bruce knew the rain wasn't going to stop. He enjoyed the big area you had inside the tent. Beautiful trail. Thank you. Seeya next time.
Hooray ! Thanks for showing your subscribers "NZ at its finest!" The walk w/Bruce was Wonderful ! The pancakes better - keep trying.
Our pleasure!
New Zealand is absolutely beautiful!! I felt like I was also on the trail with you and Brucie lol I hope to visit NZ in the near future 💙
It's beautiful in the far north. plenty of fishing
@@jamespowell3056 that's wonderful!! It reminds me of home (Canada) we are very popular for ice fishing and also spring/summer fishing. We have the best salmon 😋 You should visit if you haven't been before!! 😊😊
@@bigfoot135Canada has been on my list for year's. sadly money dont like me
@@jamespowell3056 aww I'm sorry to read that. I hope things change for you and for the best!! Wishing you a successful 2022!!
Wow I love the camp sites, waterfalls, scenery absolutely amazing. I love this video ❤
Just a thought, could he have used some of the beer or wine to help season up the steak and veggies?? 🤷🏼♂️ Love these camping vids, cheers guys!
Que lindo esse cachorro ,muito obediente🇧🇷🤗
I am loving the pancake saga. Maybe Ann will take charge of breakfast when she agrees to camp with you. Love to Bruce and all!!
I hope so too!
"Haven't got any dessert, so I'll stick with alcohol." Perfect summary for the SUV tent experience.
I've done tent camping and I know things can happen. Some of it good and not so good. But later on I think about it and chuckle how I worked out the issues. Thankyou for showing no matter how tough it got, you didn't give up and worked around the issues at the moment.
Came for the river crossings...stayed for a steak dinner and pancakes in the morning! Nice one guys. (P.S. I am worried though that everyone will begin to think it always rains in NZ...haha).
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Just recntly found your channel. Really enjoying the content. You have inspired me to do a rainy camp out! I had high hopes for that tent & I was expecting it to be just right, but sadly that wasn't the case. I think I would have been tempted to take or send it back to the retailer for a refund if it was me!
Tony I am watching this for the first time. I don't know how I missed this one. I am loving it. All of the mishaps you have is so normal and wonderful. You just roll with it.
Watching this one made me sad for all that went wrong for you. But you did a GREAT job rolling with the punches. Very well done, sir. Brucey is definitely the star of the show. Sorry to break it to you. But I think you knew that already. 😘
I absolutely love this guy, he makes me laugh so much. I can never tell if he's serious or playing the part of the never-ending whiner and complainer, his videos are so much gloom and doom that I can't stop watching. He's the most unhappy camper I've ever seen on RUclips, but I truly admire his work. Keep 'em coming AB!
@Don't Takeanythingfrgrnted, he is not whining, he is critiquing these set ups to find the right one for his wife to accompany him. It can't be done in 5, 10 20 minutes!
@@rad4627 i am Martje the wife responding, not my husband. Lol
@@bicbic8557 It's a subjective call, why would even argue about something so petty? Well, that's the Internet I guess, always someone wanting to bicker over nothing. I say he's whining because I've watched so many of his videos - he is overly dramatic and a complainer but he is also interesting and funny. I like him and his vids so I'm laughing at him as if he is a friend. You say he's not whining, really? So you think he doesn't complain a bit too much and for too long? Well, good for you sweet cakes!
I am a 66 year old Australian in Canada . I am with you. Love the vids and most of all Brucy. Yes, Tony does seem to go on for too long with the complaints in some but it is still a good thing for those looking for the right kind of tent for their camping trips. I fast forward past mostly. Not like the old days when I was a child where we only had canvas tents, which were most definitely not water proof and also with wooden poles. Love the innovative items available for out door vacations. Happy tenting all
"Don't do what Steve does" "Now you're camping with Steve" The man is a legend.
Always have your step 2 and hunker down !!!
Steve kinda dumb! Camping in a drain pipe! That's Stupit! 👎👎👎👎
@@Proud_White_Conservative1980 only Tony has step 2 +2+2
@@Proud_White_Conservative1980 I love Steve Wallis ... never a dull moment with him .... 🤣🤣
What an Amazing Adventure !!! WOW !!! Loved it !!! That place was amazing especially at the end when you and Brucy went for a walk. It was gorgeous. Beautiful place for camping and the river also in summer must be awsome to get nice and cool before a long rest. The tent was great except for the leaking seams. It was huge and roomy. Love the colour blue and the little front entrance. Loved all the cooking and the setup in general. Brucy is a truly great companion. Like my little Happy. Animals are amazing. Beautiful, thank you so much for sharing. Take care and stay safe. Love from Australia.
Wild Adventures and Camping!!!!!
This is the best healing
You did a trip a couple of months ago where you went for a hike. I would like to see more hiking if possible. Maybe, if it is interesting, the hike into and or out of the campsite. Or if you do two nights at camp, a hike on the middle day would add something to the video.
Thanks.
I'd like to do more of that too.
Pretty comfy setup and so convenient to have the back of truck in the tent as well. It's a shame the tent is so leaky. 😂
Thank's for the video. Keep up the good work. Soon I'll buy you a beer, as soon as I can work again. Things are still pretty bad here in Brazil with this virus situation so thank's again because the videos are good distractions. Cheers 🍻
Thank you
I love it when there is rain! Such a rain lover. So calming your channel is. Thank you kind sir🙏🏽
Your videos always calm me down & make the day brighter. Thank you from so many who feel the same way.