Hello everybody and thanks for all comments. I can see that many of you are interested in the condensation. If you don't need the super, hardcore, storm proof, four season Soulo you should look closer at Hilleberg Enan or Hilleberg Akto. I have made e review of Akto ( ruclips.net/video/zkWGPglV6c8/видео.html ). I will soon come up with a review of Hilleberg Enan. Thanks for watching, sharing, writing comments etc. /Matti in Jokkmokk
The Niak also worth a look as a 3 season alternative of similar size and free standing 2 pole construction . Weight only 1.7 kilo makes it more suited to backpacking outside of winter months.
Here is a "Heads UP" about the Enan that you want to be sure to get RIGHT in your review of the Enan. Call Shannon or whoever @ Hilleberg if you need verification of what I'm about to say Around March 2021, for the Enan, Hilleberg changed the material of the floor fabric from 50D Double Coated to the same floor material as the Akto which is a 70D Triple Coated polyurethane material Hilleberg website is still showing the Enan floor as a 50D Double Coated material; the website hasn't been updated, which is WHY I suggested you contact Shannon or someone @Hilleberg to verify what I've just given you as "Heads UP'. Warm Regards from Reno, Nevada U.S.A.
I've not seen another similar review which mentions worker's pay or ethical issues to do with child labour. Good point and well done for mentioning it sir.
On the other hand Hilleberg still haven't stopped using fluorocarbons while many other Swedish companies have, such as fjällräven and the rest of the outdoors brands
VERY good point Derek, i would rather pay a little more for something thats made by companies creating local employment in Europe, whether thats Stockholm, Bolton, Cork or Glasgow etc...
Thanks! That's little bit fun because my English teacher always had problems with me. I never made my homework and I was shy to talk in the classroom. ...probably I'm speaking swenglish (swedish-english)! /Matti
I could listen to you speak English all day long! I love the way you carefully pronounce each word. Your accent is very relaxing. Thank you for your video x
Hahahaaa... Thanks. I probably want to call this swenglish... 😂 ...any way... during school I was a bad language student. I have learned most from all my guests on the guided tours I have done. :-) /Matti
I have seen many good video reviews on the Solo tent but I think that this is one of the best for a few reasons. 1. The time you spent talking about the ventilation or lack thereof is extremely helpful when it comes to decision making. 2. The guidance that you provided for whom this tent might be properly suited for and those that may not find it being a good fit. 3. The importance of mentioning that no matter how wellI constructed, it is still not suitable for everyone. I have been looking at getting a Hilleberg tent for quite sometime and it will be used primarily for motorcycle camping. However, just because I don’t have to carry the tent in a backpack I still have many of the concerns that hikers have. Weight and pack down size is a concern, freestanding adds flexibility, having enough room to live in for days with all the gear inside is equally important, and of course keeping the condensation down to a minimum. Obviously 🙄 there is no perfect tent, which means that concessions and compromises will have to be made. At the end of the day the best solution may be the Hilleberg Allak 2.
Thanks! We will make a review of Allak 2 also but little bit later. If the extra kilo and the extra volume is not a problem.I would go for Allak. If you check the 5 day canoe tour video you will see that I use the Allak 2 as a guide tent for me and Annie (one of my Border Collie). Soulo is a super tent for wind exposed areas but in the forest it's little bit overkill. Have you checked the Nallo 2GT? That could also be a good option for you... ;-) /Matti
Så jäkla bra att få se och höra recensioner av någon som verkligen testar grejerna i verkligheten och inte bara sätter upp ett tält i trädgården och tycker allt är toppen.....😉. Blir mer och mer sugen på att köpa ett Hilleberg tält ( Akto).
I love my Soulo. I got the chance to sit in a Enan for the first timer the other day, it was so low, my head touched the roof even if i sit in the middle of the tent. I never had any real problems with condensation even if i do most of my hiking in forest areas. But the weight is a bit of a challange but i'm keeping it.
@@JOKKMOKKGUIDERNA imaging camping in the middle of a tornado 🌪 and rain that comes from all directions including upwards. Well that’s summer 🤣🏴. There’s a good youtuber valled Scotland’s mountains a hiker called Murray he has the best highland videos in my opinion great photography too. Happy hiking 🥾
I want to be honest and share my thoughts. But it's also lots of interesting comments from people who have other experiences with the same product. ...and it's true... I use my gear in harsh conditions... ;-) /Matti
I spent the money on a hilleberg Tarra. No regrets! Its bombproof, roomy, but not very light to carry in a pack. Best two man four season tent there is!
Good review! I've four Hilleberg tents (Staika, Anjan, Enan & Soulo) in total and the Soulo is my favorite. I have it mainly when kayaking and I've used it a lot. As you pointed out the ventilation is not the best and I would say it's during the warmer part of the year I would preffer better ventilation but this can be solved by using a mesh inner tent instead. This gives a much better ventilation. Except the ventilattion I would say the top cover is a bit noisy in stronger wind but I guess it's hard to create a tent that is silent in all conditions. :)
I agree... Probably the perfect tent for all conditions is impossible to make. It's just one simple solution for this. You need serveral tents like you already hav. ;-) / Matti
Best soulo review in youtube. Many soulo users recommend the foot print. Maybe there are other factors that u didnt think for example foot print reduces condensation. Please elaborate more
That is a very good point! The footprint will reduce some of the condensation. Special when the ground is wet. ...but there is still a problem with not enough ventilation during winter tours when the ground/snow is frozen. /Matti
The footprint protects your tent bathtub floor, ( I would much rather a rock damaged the footprint than the tent floor), gives your vestibule a floor and as you say helps with condensation. Although other owners have said condensation can be an issue, my Soulo has never suffered from bad condensation issues here in Scotland. If you use the vents correctly it seems fine. I have always used the footprint no matter the weather or where I pitch.
@Loco Raindrops good to hear a really long term review. Most reviews are from the first year of ownership so it’s good to hear that after 10 years yours is still going strong. Reason I bought mine,( second hand but in near new condition...looked like it had been used maybe once or twice), was so I could take it anywhere in any weather. Haven’t regretted it once and although they are obviously very expensive it was in my budget and it was what I wanted, so happy I bought it. ...........Need restrictions to ease so I can use it mind🤔.
Good review. You remind us of the importance of good condensation control. I think that condensation control and the noise of a tent in high winds are two considerations that are very real when you are camping - and they both can be bothersome, but happen at opposite times. I like strong tents - even when not needed. However, they can be louder than weaker tents because of their thick fabrics and they are very taut. So, when there is no condensation, there is noise. Both of these are easily handled given the strength of the tent and the fact that it's easy to build when I'm tired when backpacking.
Just when I thought I found my tent, I find your great review! I may be back to the drawing board, but I like the strength of the Soulo. I think the extra weight is probably worth it and won't seem heavy in the middle of the night when the storm from hell hits!
In the middle of a storm the Soulo is worth 4kg!!! ;-) + a lot of gold and money. If you camp in this extreme terrain I think you will not be disappointed at a Soulo but if you make a lot of tours into the forest it's little bit overkill and then 1.2kg Enan is more than enough. :-) /Matti
Nice honest review, RUclipsrs never talk about the condensation, it was a surprise to me when I bought my Soulo,still working out the best combination to reduce condensation even with the footprint.
Thanks! Interesting that youtubers never talk about condensation because that's always a problem when the temperature outside the tent wall drops. :-) /Matti
You get condensation on ALL tents if the conditions dictate it. Everyone says hilleberg tents are bad for condensation. Wrong. ALL tents are bad changes in temperature from warm daytime to cold nights. Cooking inside the vestibule on a rainy camp. Breathing when it’s chilly. Can’t be stopped. Take a micro fibre towel with you. Give it a wipe. 👍
The Enan surprisingly is not exactly condensation-free, not even with the footprint. And the inner and outer tent touch very easily, which quickly results in a wet sleeping bag. I would like to be able to peg the outer halfway at the four long sides. Plus I miss the upper hooded vent from the Akto. I'm still struggling with this tent. Also bear in mind that these one person tents are tiny inside. With a lot of gear this can pose a problem. During a motor trip I once placed my Enan in a wrong spot (near the Rifugio at the Colle Sommeiller), and during a downpoor a spontaneous river crossed my tent. All the stuff from the vestibule had to come inside the inner, very crowdy. The bathtub floor held up perfectly, luckily. I was lucky to find a Soulo second hand including a footprint, a second 10 mm pole set (!) and 6 snow pegs. It is so sturdy! The first experience is still to come, but it is a pity Hilleberg does not use additional Nammatj-like vents on its dome tents like Fjällräven does on their Abisko Dome. Having too many tents for all kinds of conditions and use, I consider the Nammatj 2 the best allrounder for heavy use, and the Nallo 2GT as the most comfortable in summer use for two.
Hi Matti - I absolutely loved your review of the Hilleberg Soulo and you highlighted a number of very interesting points thank you. I have not had my Soulo as long as you but I have had it out in measured 60mph winds (have a look at my video) and also done a detailed review. I see that your thoughts on the footprint have caught the attention for a number of other viewers. So far I am in the 'for it camp' here's why - According to Hilleberg, it adds an extra layer of protection extending the life of your tent and reducing condensation. In my experience it will help the resale value of the tent if the groundsheet has never touched the ground, great to protect and look after such an investment, seriously increases the working volume inside the tent due to the fact that the flysheet comes right down to the ground and you can use the whole protected area. All for a weight cost of only 250g and minimal space in your pack. If you want to cook in the vestibule then just detach and roll it back under the groundsheet.. Great addition of extra shots of the tent in use too.
Guys, if you think about resale value than don't buy this tent, you'll never enjoy it! Just saying :) I have a Unna, Soulo and a Tarra, use them like any other tents. Best ever! For some reason always prefer the Unna. Tom, I'm watching your videos, great work and a pleasure to watch! Matti, thanks for a honest review!
Thanks for good review. I have the soulo and was thinking of using for a hiking trip in Sarek. Normally I go hiking in the padjelanta region in the early autumn and use a dcf zpack duplex which is really light, very waterproof, has good ventilation and if well pegged is also ok in strong wind. But last year, in some very heavy storms I felt that it was at its limit, a leak started on the side by the guy line attachment and a tear at the top of a door (my fault due to a misplaced pole), these are now repaired. I also have a soulo which I have only used in winter snow and not for extended trips. Have been considering taking it on my next hiking trip to padjelanta and sarek, just for the peace of mind in having a bomb proof shelter. But as you say, it’s not light, well over double the duplex, and if I’m already carrying the weight of ten days of food, it could just add to my suffering. Perhaps with a shorter 5 day trip or I rely on catching a couple of fish, it could work, but still not sure. Originally I bought my soulo for a planned first winter trip to the north with snow shoes and a sled, but had to cancel due to covid. As you say, it’s a great quality tent with good design and the best materials. I would like to use it more.
@@JOKKMOKKGUIDERNA Indeed not a restful night. The noise from a dcf tent flapping in a strong wind is one of the fabrics weaknesses. DCF tents are like sleeping in a crisp packet! 😉Very crunchy. 🤔 wind is not going to break the hiking poles, so a total collapse is unlikely, main thing was leaking at the upwind pull out points put a pan to catch drips) or pegs pulling out. the pull out guy, put a pan to catch the drips. Was the most extreme wind I’d experienced there and I had stupidly pitched for a view rather than shelter, wind came up at night.
Falling in love with Hilleberg tents even though I've never had one or seen one in Canada. I've had 2 single wall winter tents (Mountain Hardwear and Sierra Designs) literally fall apart in storage (sticky, smelly floor on one, waterproof coating flaking off the other one in big sections). I'd rather spend more next time but get something better made and more durable.
I have used this tent and the Staika camping on snow in the winter. This tent was noticeably warmer due to you being in a smaller space. The Nammatj 2 is also warm in winter. But I never
Years ago, I used a Soulo for short winter backpacks. However, with my winter gear inside, I felt claustrophobic due to the small space (I did not understand to use the vestibule as part of the tent). So I sold the Soulo and got the Nammaj 2. But I never used the Nammatj in winter. Where I live (New England), the snow can be pure ice, or sometimes there is frozen ground but no snow at all. Despite knowing that people do get a tunnel tent up in all kinds of circumstances, I personally couldn't face the uncertainty while out in the extreme cold by myself. Now, I am determined to be able to sleep out in the woods in the cold months. I have revisited the Soulo and especially as the BL is now offered. It is not the lightest, but I will be able to carry it. I will have peace of mind knowing I can always get it up anywhere easily. The one thing I do remember about the last try was how warm it got in that little space - especially hanging a candle lantern, inside was well above freezing. The way I see it, my Soulo will be to get me to the woods, in other words, to nourish my "soul". That thought alone is worth the price of the tent
Thanks! You would also look at Nammatj II GT. Solotents are small and if you make tours with a dog team it's better to get a 2 persons tent maybe... /Matti
Great review! I'm getting my Soulo next month and I can't wait 👍 Keep up the great content! Will definitely add to this comment when I get around to using my Soulo
I have always enjoyed your videos or quite amazing to hear you speak. One thing that was left out is the center pole. How to position the short pole does it go over the top of the long poles or does it go under the poles? I find out that it’s easier to put the small pole over the top of the longer poles to where it makes clipping it easier that’s the way I seen Hilleberg assemble their tents.
That's probably a good idea. I have never thought about that!!! Thanks for the good input. 😀 I'm always impressed by all the knowledge we all together have! All the people on this platform are doing outdoor things. If I were producing outdoor gear, I would always ask the users about help. 😀 /Matti
RE: being warm inside. The Soulo was best. Kind of nice if the compartment you sleep in gets above freezing when the outside air is 20 degrees colder. That being said, the inside is kinda small, especially with a winter bag.Being warm inside on a bitterly cold night was a worthwhile trade off. Nammatj 2 also warm inside. But I cannot deal with the uncertainty of getting it up when it’s dark and cold, and icy conditions. there is ice, etc
Thank you for sharing your experiences Francine! Of the tents you're mentioning Soulo is the only solo tent. So yes it's smaller than the Nammatj and Staika but, for being a solo tent the Soulo is really spacious. /Stina
very good review and fun to watch too and best part its based on experience! thanks keep the good work up im thinking about a Hilleberg for the hike Nikkaluokta - Abisko. First time I lost my very good tent in a crazy storm so I want to go with the best tent back then it was a VANGO HURRICANE BETA
Thanks! Life out there is little bit more safe with a good tent. But also Hilleberg tent can blow away if they aren't well attached to the ground. /Matti
Seriously this review was such a gamechanger for me I wanted to buy the Soulo but turned to the Akto, because your review. And I am so glad with that choice! Thank you so much!
Wooowww... That really makes me happy that this helped you!!! 😀 Soulo is a good tent but not for everybody. Akto is a super great tent. I think you will have many safe, comfortable and lovely nights in that 'hotel'. /Matti in Jokkmokk
Great review, as others have pointed out, too. I do not know, that the Hilleberg designers think of this ventilation issue/ topic, but to me, as a "non-owner", it seems, that it should be relatively easy to extend the roof cover fabric panel (or what to call it? ) a little longer down over the sides and then incorporate a few more ventilation openings on the tent top? Just a thought from pictures / footage of this tent in use on channels. Other suggestions to reviews, as written about before, could be some of the Klättermusen clothing, that you are using. Some reviews can be found on RUclips, but compared to some other brands, they are relatively limited and it seems, that at least on some collection clothing items, the upgrades are relatively few, so even if a "2,0" version is outthere, a review of an original "1,0" item, will still be valid and helpful enough to many potential customers, I would estimate, at least. I have a few clothing pieces from them, eg. the Gere and Gere 2,0 pant, (that are nice, for sure, if it is not too hot.) and it seems to be mostly smaller design changes, rather than more substantial functionality changes. I also have a Mithril anorak half zip anorak or what to call it, and (I think, that it was the name?) and they changed it to a jacket, with a through going zip, just as an example of the opposite, more in depth changes, but still, to some degree it would give an impression of the basic functionality and sturdiness, for the original version, then projected to the upgraded one, with a little fantasy and good will? :o) Just a suggestion, of cause, as always, but I could not help noticing, that you wear some gear of theirs, and as far as I know, they were one of the pioneer company's in using recycled materials in their products? I think, that such a thing deserves some credit. It takes courage to take the lead and go forward out of principles, it is much easier to follow along, when something has proven to be a reliable business concept, IMHO at least. :o) Anyway, enough typing along, nice day, no matter what!!
Nice review, Matti! I totally agree, the ventilation could be better, but the tent is a bunker. I do not use the footprint either very much, only when I know before that I’m going to put up the tent on wet grass or on rocks only. But the footprint is not that advantageous if one wants to cook in the apsis or when it’s raining (it collects water). In the mountains I never use the footprint. I also like that it’s really easy to put up the tent in strong winds, by first fixing the tent with pegs to the ground, then introducing the poles and hanging in the clips.
Would love to hear your opinion on the Enan. As a Soulo owner, I agree with everything you said about the condensation and when / who should use it. I only use mine for deep snow winter were setting up with mittens is important. However, forget to open the vent and crack the bottom of the door before you fall asleep and you have an ice palace the next morning. Digging out some snow around the edge panels or putting a water bottle under it to hold it up helps a bit but in my opinion, the Soulo is a specialized use tent. I've been considering an Enan though and would love to hear your thoughts in regards to ventilation and condensation issues in forested areas. I wish Hilleberg had high vents on the yellow label tents. My Rogen tends to have a bit more condensation than a tent with a high vent (with two people).
Thanks for your comment! I have used a Enan also during the last year and I will film the review of that tent very soon. Soulo is a very good tent and I'm happy that I have one but there is very often when I prefer to go with the Enan or with the Akto instead. So...there will be a review of Enan during November! /Matti
i have the Soulo It vents better than my mates Akto. I have short guy lines on the foot end of the outer shell which i lift slightly in low wind and high moisture camps. It makes a massive difference to the air flow. I have been tent bound in bad weather and found it big enough to stay in for the day. I take down the inner liner when i am cooking for more space. I love the tent. My other tent is a Tarra. I am in the north of Scotland where the weather changes by the hour. I have been camping for 40 years this summer. I started off with a free hand me down which did until i really got into it. I hate tunnel tents and ridge tents. Free standing is the only way to go. Personal preference. I find the best way to assemble the poles is RED WHITE BLUE. Cheers
@@JOKKMOKKGUIDERNA Hi yes. I carry 3 short lines just incase I am no rocky ground. I use the lines to lift up the foot end to incase the air flow. I can drop the tent if the weather turns nasty
There is a difference, though Hilleberg are expensive ! For Hilleberg money you can get actual expedition tents which will not have the ridiculous condensation problems Hillebergs have.
Look, this tent is designed to help save your life. That applies in any weather. It gets you out of extream weather conditions. Plus the fabric is designed for the conditions the tent is meant to be in. You can have a light weight tent that weights nothing, but will not handle extream conditions of a black sand beach.
What do you think the new black label soulo will bring to the table? I rate the soulo as the best 1 man tent on the market. Do we really need the black label version?? Or are they just after the 💰 💰 💰💰💰
I don't think that Hilleberg are just after the money... If they are after the money they would put the effort in to a Soulo under 1kg with fragile material. That had been more easy to sell becaus the target group for light weight and free standing is bigger than a heavy duty Solo tent for hurricanes. :-) Why Black Label Soulo. I haven't seen that tent and the spec for it. In my world, Soulo Red Label is strong enough and a really good tent. But I'm not crossing the arctic alone or climbing Himalaya etc. I'm just hanging around in Swedish Lapland. What do you thing? Have anybody seen the spec for that tent? Anyway, I would be suprised if it's not a good tent. / Matti in Jokkmokk
@@JOKKMOKKGUIDERNA Petra was talking about it a while back. 10mm poles and 1800 kerlon. Little bit heavier obviously but a total bomb shelter. I think the normal wild camper wouldn’t need it as the current red label one is also a bomb shelter. Possibly extreme expeditions. I still want one 😂 Imagine a soulo under 1kg. 👍
@@AndyWardle The Enan is already at the lower limit regarding resistance and stability. At least for me. There are good ultralightweight tents on the market which shows their drawbacks. I love how Big Agnes writes in the description of the HV 1 Carbon that this tent shouldn't be used by normal people because it's so fragile. How do you want to make Soulo quality at the weight of 1 kg? The poles are already half the weight. Regarding the black label Soulo, Hilleberg didn't have a black label single person tent in their portfolio and many people asked for that. If you haven't asked this question yet, you don't need it.
The Red label Soulo has been used on expeditions in the Himalayas, and on Denali. I really can’t imagine that an average person would need a Black label version of the Soulo. However, if you want the most bomb proof solo tent on the planet, go for it 😉👍🏻👍🏻🇳🇴
possibly the best tent even especially if you wanna have just one tent only sure is heavy but I really value the protection and safety it gives me in any condition especially for long wild camp trip I do when you don-t know or can-t plan how the weather is gonna be true also about ventilation BUT I had a work around it after using it a lot : if you know or are reasonably sure is not gonna rain and you are under treelike you just open the door all the way and you will have 0 cold inside the outer layer and you can still have full draft protection inside and sleep warm ( I don-t completely agree that the warm comes only from sleeping bag/matress the possibly to close you up gives for sure few degrees more that are very welcome in some conditions) if is windy or rainy and you have to close the outer layer you get a bit of cold in sure but is never excessive and with a small cloth I carry I can easily get rid of it undoing the inner layer from inside and just quick wipe on the inside of the outer layer and job done never ever had condensation inside the inner layer in any condition great review by the way and maybe I will pop in to say all in my next Swedish summer trip
That's a good point about working around the ventilation problem. You can also add a tarp and keep the door totally open. I love to keep the door open and get a feeling of the nature around the camp during the night. /Matti
Your channel is awesome! Definitely my favourite 👍 I was wondering if you have any experience of the Nallo 2, especially is windy/stormy conditions? I currently have the Tarp Tent Scarp 1 which has lots of room but it makes me worry a bit in very stormy conditions (although it has always done very well). The Soulo seems as though it could handle a nuclear explosion but its very small, the Nallo 2 is also a red label and has loads of space, I need a tent to handle very stormy conditions, can the Nallo handle storms as well as the Soulo? I live in Scotland and it’s always very very windy, I’m a landscape mountain photographer and usually have lots of gear so space in the tent is necessary. Many thanks - I’m also looking at your web site, I’m very interested in your trips during the winter!!!!
I didn’t realise condensation could be a problem with this tent. I would want to avoid that at all costs. And I like to backpack so would be carrying it on my back. I could lighten the load omitting other items I suppose... I do love the quality materials used in Hilleberg tents though. Is there a Hilleberg tent you might recommend for much better condensation elimination? I would probably also occasionally want to use it in windy places like Dartmoor or The Lake District however. Or maybe there’s a way to set it up with a tarp if I’m in the woods, so the front door could remain open, but mosquito net closed. It’s hard to decide what’s best. Important to make the right decision at those prices too. Maybe I’m overlooking other brands that might be more suitable. But I do know Hilleberg is a brand one can trust. Decision, decisions 🥴
Hilleberg is a Hilleberg... That's totally correct. :-) Check my review of Hilleberg Akto, it's on my channel. I will as soon as possible make a review of Hilleberg Enan and Big Agnes Copper Spur HV1. ...but to be honest. You will never find the 120% perfect solution in one tent... ;-) You ned several tents if you want to be a happy person. 🥴🤣 /Matti in Jokkmokk
@@JOKKMOKKGUIDERNA Thanks Matti. I’ll go take a look at your Akto vid. A friend of mine has the Enan and she suffers terribly with condensation in that model so, despite its light weight, I don’t think I’ll be going for the Enan. As I’ve mainly camped in wooded areas, I’d be constantly worried about snagging the Enan too.
@@hArtyTruffle I have the Enan & haven't had any condensation problems although I'm camping at high altitudes above 6,000'. Perhaps your "she" friend has the 2 vent covers completely covering both vents. Those vent covers may need to be removed & put back in the built-in pocket for those covers. Also, the TOP part of the outer tent zipper can & should be unzipped a few inches & held open with a clothespin.
@@azclaimjumper thanks 👍🏼 I ended up buying a much cheaper tent with lots of vent options. Also, when I get the opportunity to camp, it’s usually in woodland. I’d be worried about snagging such an expensive tent. If I’m ever going to be in open/snowy/windy conditions I’ll reconsider a Hilleberg, but it would probably be one of the Soulo models.
I have no experience with Jannu but we have an Allak II. Allak is a great tent but bigger and more heavy than the Soulo. I THINK Soulo is little bit better in storms than Allak. Soulo is a hurricane tent... ;-) I like Allak because of 2 entry if you camping with a friend. I use that as a solo tent if I don't need to carry and if I have a dog with me. It's to heavy as a solotent if I go hiking alone. I don't like to carry heavy backpacks. / Matti
If you want this bombproof 4-season solo tent... there is no option. You could take a look at Nammatj 2. That's also a super winter tent...but mor heavy because it's not a solo tent. If you makes hiking tips during summer you should check Enan. /Matti
I bought my Soulo in 2015 and have used it on some two-three week trips in the mountains here in Norway but not in winter time because I am not so often in the mountains then. In some ways I have regretted buying this tent bacause it is very heavy and does not supply so much room for the weight, for instance the vestibule is smaller than in the Akto, and secondly I don't understand why there is only one ventile on top of the tent when Hilleberg make all the other one person tents with several options for ventilation. My experience is that there is more condensation in Soulo than in other models, not so good flow of fresh air if it is no wind outside.They should make a little closable ventile on maybe the short (foot)end of the tent to get better circulation. Mostly when I am willing to carry a tent of 2.5kg I prefer my Nallo2 which at the same weight as Soulo offers very much space inside and in the vestibule for one person. My first Hilleberg was an Akto bought in 1995, that lasted for 13 years of heavy use, impressive but it was made in the best kerlon fabric. But nowadays as I'm middle aged I prefer some more space and comfort when backpacking so the Akto is no longer in use even though I love the tent.
I just totally agree about ventilation... but that will add more weight to an already heavy tent... I really think Nallo is a super tent!!! Anyway... If you get a Hilleberg then you don't 'need' a new tent for many years. They are really durable. /Matti
Great review. It is obvious you speak from experience. I have just one question. I am 1.87 meters and I use a 2.5" inflatable pad. Will the length dimension be long enough for me without the foot of my bag rubbing on a wet inner surface?
Thanks! Your question is really good. I'm only 172cm and I have no problems at all. I will check with my friend who also have used this model. He not 187cm but at least a bit taller than me. I'll be back... ;-) /Matti
Okay... Now I know more... My friend is acctually 187cm... 😀 But he say that it works BUT the tent had to be horizontal! If you slide little bit he says that you will reach the inner tent. So...you had to be more careful if you are tall. I don't know if there is any better options on the market than this tent anyway... Have you finde something else like this? /Matti
@@JOKKMOKKGUIDERNA Thank you. So assuming I can place the tent on flat ground, I should not be in contact with the tent with my head or feet. I have yet to find a comparable tent. What do you think about the Nammatj?
Nammatj and Nallo ar super tents BUT the roof in the 'back part' is lending and can give you the same problem. If you look at Keron it's different. Then the wall I strait and don't cause you a risk to get that problem. But Keron, Nammatj are more heavy tents. Mabye a 2p Nallo is an option or a 2p Allak because then you can lay down from corner to corner if you use that as a sole tent. But if you are little bit careful the soulo will.probably works fine. The walls are very straight at that tent. It's not like Akto or Enan.
Great review, extremely thorough! Do you have a recommendation for a one person 4 season ( cold weather/ snow season) tent similar to the Soulo in design with better ventilation?
Thanks! That's a very good question! I would go for one Hilleberg Nammatj 2 or Nammat 2GT. That's a super tent but not self standing. In snowy conditions it's easy to anchor the tent in the snow... at least here in Lapland. You had to put one of the mor narrow sides (foot or head) towards the wind. It's not bomb proof as Soulo but Nammatj is a great tent in snowstorms also! I would definitely pick one of the high end brands like Hilleberg, Helsport or the more expensive models of North Face...or just accept that Hilleberg is Hilleberg... ;-) I hope that you can use some of this ideas. /Matti
@@JOKKMOKKGUIDERNA so True! Hey.. we’re doing a zoom call with friends in Trollhatten today, we live in the USA.. Their daughter was our exchange student some years ago now! Small world.
While it is no doubt a great tent, i just don't see the point of it for most situations when you could buy a much larger Hilleberg Nallo 2 for similar weight and price. So much bigger, more ventilation options, still bomber in wind. Only negative is its not freestanding but no tunnel tents are. I think for most non winter hikers a nallo 2 is the best most versatile shelter
I think I agree with you... The only good thing with the Soulo is that's freestanding. That's super handsome when you camping in rocky terrain. ...but I agree. Nallo is a super solution for most of the people. /Matti
There is not a simple answer... Tunnel tents are easy to raise alone in bad winds and they are lightweight if you compare with Dome tents. Dome tents are better in hard winds and usually you get one entry on each side of the tent. Tunnel tents has the good possibility to get the extended entry that is super during the winter. That's just a few dome tents like Hilleberg Sataris that have that extended entry. I think...If I just use it for my self I would pick a tunnel tent with extended entry. Today I need a tent where I can serve dinner and breakfast for a small group and then I pick Sataris. I hope this not totally clear answer was for some help... /Matti
Good detailed review, thank you for this great job! I saw lots of tents reviews for my solo hike, which I perform mostly in Russia, and I think Soulo is what I do really need. As you say condensation is the weak point of this tent. Probably yes, however I think I will close my eyes on that because of the other advantages of this tent. Do you use a footprint of that?
@@alexdan- A footprint will limit the condensation from the ground, but it will also protect your equipment from dirt on the ground in the vestibule. And of course it will protect the main floor in the tent (although I’m not sure it is needed). I have the Soulo. And, although it is a bit heavier than other tents out there, I bought this tent because it can handle just about anything. Where I live, it can be very windy. And up in the mountains where I like to hike you have to be prepared for a stormy night. So I bought the Soulo, and I don’t have to worry about the weather. If I get caught out in a storm, I’ll be protected, and I’ll be okay. This tent has been used on expeditions in the Himalayas, and on Denali. If you hike above the tree line, this is the tent to get 👍🏻👍🏻🇳🇴
Thanks and it's so nice that you could find some value in this video. :-) I haven't tried Niak BUT it's very high up on my list of tents I want to test! /Matti
I've just subscribed & rang the notification bell AFTER reading all the replies up to 15 May 2021. I want the notification of when you do your Enan Review, the tent I own. I want to add my 2¢ to your Enan "Review". Warm Regards from Reno, Nevada U.S.A.
@@JOKKMOKKGUIDERNA Your reviews are clearly spoken from a voice of experience, are thorough & coherent. I should mention that according to Hilleberg, the Enan can be back-ordered, however, delivery won't be any sooner than early December 2021.
Hei, Thanks for this review. Am just wondering if you have reviewed the Nallo 2. Its the same weight, but my main concern is vestibule storage and cooking for winter usage (live in Norway at 69' north). There's a lot more gear in winter than other seasons and I have a summer tent that Im happy with so far. Am female mid 50s and have decided that my limit is 2,5 kilos. Have a single tent that is solid, but it's not built for winter usage (snow drift) and also, one of the walls is slanted, making internal space a bit tight in winter conditions. For me it's a toss up between Soulo and Nallo 2. Any help would be appreciated. Cheers, c
@@JOKKMOKKGUIDERNA Thanks Matti. I just bought a Soulo secondhand, but questioning this decision as both Nallo2 and Soulo weigh the same (it was a price decision) - I sometimes hike with a dog and not sure the dog will be (warm and cosy) as its owner assumes - she will slepp in the vestibule, as dogs create a lot of condensation. Any thoughts? Can always sell the Soul again I guess, they tend to keep their value.
@@kobold90 I have the Hilleberg Keron 4 GT (tunnel tent), and it’s an expedition tent. It can definitely handle a snow load. Also it’s used be Norwegian special operations, so put your heart at rest. There is no problem with this tent when it comes to snow 😉👍🏻👍🏻🇳🇴
I wonder how it compares to the Hilleberg Niak? The Niak seems to have better ventilation and is lighter as well, though not sure how it holds up to cold weather, wind and rain...
I Think Niak is a good tent but no ventilation in the top like Soulo. I like that it's lighter and bigger. I don't think it's better in heavy wind than Soulo... Low temperatures is just a question if it's good enough with ventilation and if it's easy to pitch on snow. Rain... could you keep the ventilation open if it's raining? Check the difference between Hilleberg Akto and Hilleberg Enan. Akto have a cap over the entry/absid so you can keep that open during rain. /Matti
@@JOKKMOKKGUIDERNA If only they had a lighter tweaked version of the Soulo I think it would be a huge seller. Thanks for the reply, will check the others out 👍
@@Feverstockphoto The Niak is a three season tent (I think). Not as bomb proof as the Soulo. Hilleberg is actually coming out with a Black label Soulo tent this year. It will be even more bomb proof, but also a bit heavier 🇳🇴
@@p.richter9592 Yep looking for a lighter 4 season 1 person tent than what the current Soulo is at the moment but I'm in no hurry to make a purchase. The Soulo looks great but If they can make something like the Niak which is 2 person 3 season tent, then by using less materials for a smaller 1 person tent I'm sure they can make a similar 4 season 1 person tent at same or less weight. Even if using some of their heavier, higher grade materials used in the Soulo. The trade-offs are in the size, strength, materials used, going all the way to the ground for 4 season... With technology, design changes and progress they can do it but the question is will they, is there the demand, I think so? 👍.
I the Soulo really that bad with condensation? I mean it is with every tent right? Or is the Soulo like really bad? I really wanna know this cause I consider buying one? If it is really bad I consider buying another tent
I don't think it's more bad in Soulo than other 4 season, solo tents that's build for heavy storms. 1. Soulo is the tent for you who need the hardcore stuff for heavy winds. It's really super storm proof. 2. Soulo is a tent for you who need to be able to pitch the tent alone in bad weather. It's the Scandinavian style where you put the flyer and the inelnertent at the same time. It's possible to put this up alone with gloves in bad conditions. If you don't need theis fourseason heavy wind proof hardcore stuff I would recommend Hilleberg Akto or Enan. There you get better ventilation and it's still a good tent! Did you see my review of Hilleberg Akto? ruclips.net/video/zkWGPglV6c8/видео.html I will also soon make review of Hilleberg Enan and Big Agnes Copper Spuur UL HV1. I hope I don't confuse you. You mabye need 2 or 4 different tents. 😀 /Matti
Hi! It depends on where your backyard is... 😀 If you only camp once a year and if you can choose to stay indoors if it's a hurricane then this tent is little bit overkill. But if your pockets are full of gold, your backyard is the Mont Everest and you had to stay outdoors during the worst hurricanes of the year then this is mabye a good investment. ;-) /Matti
Midnightsun is fantastic and enjoying... because you will never go to bed. Then it's better with dark October when it's okay to sit in the sofa with a cup of hot tea! ...and look at RUclips. 🤣 / Matti
Akto is good but not like Soulo in heavy wind. If you get heavy wind the fabric will push together (flyer and inner tent). That's not good if you have rain. I have used Akto in bad weather and it will not break. It's more that Soulo is faraway much better storm tent. I hope you understand what I try to explain with my swenglish... ;-) /Matti
Hej Matti. Jag är svensk ... but I write in english for the readers. I have orderes both the Soulo which I will use in the swedish high altitude area kalfjället. I will probably not camp there wintertime. I also bought Msr Hubba Hubba for solo camping in more protected areas and snow free hiking. I also have a Nemo Losi that I have used with a family member around Kebnekaise. I still work hard on my arguments. Its a lot of money. I want space in the tent so I didnt go for akto. Its so expensive to have tents for all situations but a quality tent will hold for years. Tell me that I made the right choices 😂
You made the right choice... 🤣 I think it's a good choice for high altitude. If not...the second hand market is good for the Hilleberg. ...and if you don't buy tents for your money what should you buy then??? 😂 /Matti
@@JOKKMOKKGUIDERNA Thanks Matti! I really enjoy your youtube channel. Really inspiring! I have started to get interrested in hiking wintertime. I just bought Nammatj 2. Its heavier but can be used with a friend or family member. We will see which one I will keep... or maby both the Soulo and Nammatj.
@@MrRicheme Hilleberg makes great tents (I have three). I have the Soulo for solo hiking above the tree line. It’s a bit heavy for hiking with a backpack. However I can get a good nights sleep, knowing that the tent is pretty much bomb proof. It’s a great tent 👍🏻👍🏻🇳🇴
@@p.richter9592 Im still waiting for the Soulo and the Nammatj. I have a Nemo losi and a Msr Hubba hubba but these are for under the tree line. I have used these above treeline but its a little gaming against the odds. They are lightweight though. The Soulo I will try to use as basecamp in high altitudes. Dramatic or shifting weather is much more beautiful for a photographer like me.
Hello everybody and thanks for all comments. I can see that many of you are interested in the condensation.
If you don't need the super, hardcore, storm proof, four season Soulo you should look closer at Hilleberg Enan or Hilleberg Akto. I have made e review of Akto ( ruclips.net/video/zkWGPglV6c8/видео.html ). I will soon come up with a review of Hilleberg Enan.
Thanks for watching, sharing, writing comments etc.
/Matti in Jokkmokk
The Niak also worth a look as a 3 season alternative of similar size and free standing 2 pole construction .
Weight only 1.7 kilo makes it more suited to backpacking outside of winter months.
Here is a "Heads UP" about the Enan that you want to be sure to get RIGHT in your review of the Enan.
Call Shannon or whoever @ Hilleberg if you need verification of what I'm about to say
Around March 2021, for the Enan, Hilleberg changed the material of the floor fabric from 50D Double Coated to the same floor material as the Akto which is a 70D Triple Coated polyurethane material
Hilleberg website is still showing the Enan floor as a 50D Double Coated material; the website hasn't been updated, which is WHY I suggested you contact Shannon or someone @Hilleberg to verify what I've just given you as "Heads UP'.
Warm Regards from Reno, Nevada U.S.A.
I've not seen another similar review which mentions worker's pay or ethical issues to do with child labour. Good point and well done for mentioning it sir.
Thank you very much!
I'm happy that you noticed that!!!
:-)
/ Matti
A point I liked to hear being made also.
On the other hand Hilleberg still haven't stopped using fluorocarbons while many other Swedish companies have, such as fjällräven and the rest of the outdoors brands
VERY good point Derek, i would rather pay a little more for something thats made by companies creating local employment in Europe, whether thats Stockholm, Bolton, Cork or Glasgow etc...
For somebody who doesnt speak English as his first language that was awesome and very concise and clear tips on how to pitch this tent
Thanks!
That's little bit fun because my English teacher always had problems with me. I never made my homework and I was shy to talk in the classroom.
...probably I'm speaking swenglish (swedish-english)!
/Matti
I could listen to you speak English all day long! I love the way you carefully pronounce each word. Your accent is very relaxing. Thank you for your video x
Hahahaaa... Thanks. I probably want to call this swenglish... 😂
...any way... during school I was a bad language student. I have learned most from all my guests on the guided tours I have done. :-)
/Matti
@@JOKKMOKKGUIDERNA well you are top of the class in my opinion!
I have seen many good video reviews on the Solo tent but I think that this is one of the best for a few reasons.
1. The time you spent talking about the ventilation or lack thereof is extremely helpful when it comes to decision making.
2. The guidance that you provided for whom this tent might be properly suited for and those that may not find it being a good fit.
3. The importance of mentioning that no matter how wellI constructed, it is still not suitable for everyone.
I have been looking at getting a Hilleberg tent for quite sometime and it will be used primarily for motorcycle camping. However, just because I don’t have to carry the tent in a backpack I still have many of the concerns that hikers have. Weight and pack down size is a concern, freestanding adds flexibility, having enough room to live in for days with all the gear inside is equally important, and of course keeping the condensation down to a minimum.
Obviously 🙄 there is no perfect tent, which means that concessions and compromises will have to be made.
At the end of the day the best solution may be the Hilleberg Allak 2.
Thanks!
We will make a review of Allak 2 also but little bit later. If the extra kilo and the extra volume is not a problem.I would go for Allak. If you check the 5 day canoe tour video you will see that I use the Allak 2 as a guide tent for me and Annie (one of my Border Collie). Soulo is a super tent for wind exposed areas but in the forest it's little bit overkill.
Have you checked the Nallo 2GT? That could also be a good option for you... ;-)
/Matti
If you like a bit more room than the Soulo, and don’t mind the weight and the slightly bigger pack size, the Allan 2 is a great tent 👍🏻👍🏻🇳🇴
Så jäkla bra att få se och höra recensioner av någon som verkligen testar grejerna i verkligheten och inte bara sätter upp ett tält i trädgården och tycker allt är toppen.....😉. Blir mer och mer sugen på att köpa ett Hilleberg tält ( Akto).
Tack Marcus! /Stina & Matti
I love my Soulo. I got the chance to sit in a Enan for the first timer the other day, it was so low, my head touched the roof even if i sit in the middle of the tent.
I never had any real problems with condensation even if i do most of my hiking in forest areas.
But the weight is a bit of a challange but i'm keeping it.
Living in Scotland and camping in the highlands all year round this is the tent for me.
I don't know the highlands in Scotland but Hilleberg Soulo is a very strong, wind stable and all year around tent!
:-)
/ Matti
@@JOKKMOKKGUIDERNA imaging camping in the middle of a tornado 🌪 and rain that comes from all directions including upwards. Well that’s summer 🤣🏴. There’s a good youtuber valled Scotland’s mountains a hiker called Murray he has the best highland videos in my opinion great photography too. Happy hiking 🥾
@@summittaedae2323 So you have those kind of weather conditions too 😂 That’s why I got the Soulo 👍🏻👍🏻🇳🇴
100% Murray is the best RUclipsr out there to showcase Scotland. The lad should have a tv channel. His videos are a credit to Scotland
@@p.richter9592 yea it can get pretty bad 😂 I wanna do the tmb and kungsladen a I will need a strong shelter
For better ventilation, place a water bottle, rounded rock, boot, etc between the ground and bottom of the fly sheet. Works well with Allak 2 also.
That's an good advide to lift the fler little bit close to the ground.
/Matti
Great honest review from someone who clearly uses it in harsh conditions.
I want to be honest and share my thoughts. But it's also lots of interesting comments from people who have other experiences with the same product.
...and it's true... I use my gear in harsh conditions... ;-)
/Matti
I'm about to buy this tent. I live/backpack/camp in the mountains of northern Colorado. I think it's a good fit. Thank you for posting this video.
I spent the money on a hilleberg Tarra. No regrets! Its bombproof, roomy, but not very light to carry in a pack. Best two man four season tent there is!
I have never used a Tarra. That looks really like a bomb proof tent. :-)
/Matti
"Annie thinks it's boring to make tent reviews... I think it's fun." Brilliant hahaha... How gorgeous is the beautiful Annie! ❤️❤️❤️
Good review! I've four Hilleberg tents (Staika, Anjan, Enan & Soulo) in total and the Soulo is my favorite. I have it mainly when kayaking and I've used it a lot. As you pointed out the ventilation is not the best and I would say it's during the warmer part of the year I would preffer better ventilation but this can be solved by using a mesh inner tent instead. This gives a much better ventilation. Except the ventilattion I would say the top cover is a bit noisy in stronger wind but I guess it's hard to create a tent that is silent in all conditions. :)
I agree... Probably the perfect tent for all conditions is impossible to make. It's just one simple solution for this. You need serveral tents like you already hav.
;-)
/ Matti
Best soulo review in youtube. Many soulo users recommend the foot print. Maybe there are other factors that u didnt think for example foot print reduces condensation. Please elaborate more
That is a very good point! The footprint will reduce some of the condensation. Special when the ground is wet.
...but there is still a problem with not enough ventilation during winter tours when the ground/snow is frozen.
/Matti
The footprint protects your tent bathtub floor, ( I would much rather a rock damaged the footprint than the tent floor), gives your vestibule a floor and as you say helps with condensation. Although other owners have said condensation can be an issue, my Soulo has never suffered from bad condensation issues here in Scotland. If you use the vents correctly it seems fine. I have always used the footprint no matter the weather or where I pitch.
@Loco Raindrops good to hear a really long term review. Most reviews are from the first year of ownership so it’s good to hear that after 10 years yours is still going strong. Reason I bought mine,( second hand but in near new condition...looked like it had been used maybe once or twice), was so I could take it anywhere in any weather. Haven’t regretted it once and although they are obviously very expensive it was in my budget and it was what I wanted, so happy I bought it. ...........Need restrictions to ease so I can use it mind🤔.
Good review. You remind us of the importance of good condensation control. I think that condensation control and the noise of a tent in high winds are two considerations that are very real when you are camping - and they both can be bothersome, but happen at opposite times. I like strong tents - even when not needed. However, they can be louder than weaker tents because of their thick fabrics and they are very taut. So, when there is no condensation, there is noise. Both of these are easily handled given the strength of the tent and the fact that it's easy to build when I'm tired when backpacking.
Thanks!
/Matti
Just when I thought I found my tent, I find your great review! I may be back to the drawing board, but I like the strength of the Soulo. I think the extra weight is probably worth it and won't seem heavy in the middle of the night when the storm from hell hits!
In the middle of a storm the Soulo is worth 4kg!!! ;-) + a lot of gold and money.
If you camp in this extreme terrain I think you will not be disappointed at a Soulo but if you make a lot of tours into the forest it's little bit overkill and then 1.2kg Enan is more than enough. :-) /Matti
When the storm from hell hits you, you’ll smile in content that you have such a bomb proof Soulo tent, and sleep like a baby 👍🏻👍🏻🇳🇴
Nice honest review, RUclipsrs never talk about the condensation, it was a surprise to me when I bought my Soulo,still working out the best combination to reduce condensation even with the footprint.
Thanks!
Interesting that youtubers never talk about condensation because that's always a problem when the temperature outside the tent wall drops. :-)
/Matti
You get condensation on ALL tents if the conditions dictate it. Everyone says hilleberg tents are bad for condensation. Wrong. ALL tents are bad changes in temperature from warm daytime to cold nights. Cooking inside the vestibule on a rainy camp. Breathing when it’s chilly. Can’t be stopped. Take a micro fibre towel with you. Give it a wipe. 👍
I learned several new things (like stuffing the empty bags in my jacket) as well as how to use the tent. Thanks.
It make me happy if we can share some tips and ideas that can be useful for you.
:-)
/ Matti
The Enan surprisingly is not exactly condensation-free, not even with the footprint. And the inner and outer tent touch very easily, which quickly results in a wet sleeping bag. I would like to be able to peg the outer halfway at the four long sides. Plus I miss the upper hooded vent from the Akto. I'm still struggling with this tent.
Also bear in mind that these one person tents are tiny inside. With a lot of gear this can pose a problem. During a motor trip I once placed my Enan in a wrong spot (near the Rifugio at the Colle Sommeiller), and during a downpoor a spontaneous river crossed my tent. All the stuff from the vestibule had to come inside the inner, very crowdy. The bathtub floor held up perfectly, luckily.
I was lucky to find a Soulo second hand including a footprint, a second 10 mm pole set (!) and 6 snow pegs. It is so sturdy! The first experience is still to come, but it is a pity Hilleberg does not use additional Nammatj-like vents on its dome tents like Fjällräven does on their Abisko Dome.
Having too many tents for all kinds of conditions and use, I consider the Nammatj 2 the best allrounder for heavy use, and the Nallo 2GT as the most comfortable in summer use for two.
Just got my Soulo BL today! I'm already in love with everything but the weight! Great review
It's a lovely small and heavy hotel room...
:-)
/Matti
Hi Matti - I absolutely loved your review of the Hilleberg Soulo and you highlighted a number of very interesting points thank you. I have not had my Soulo as long as you but I have had it out in measured 60mph winds (have a look at my video) and also done a detailed review. I see that your thoughts on the footprint have caught the attention for a number of other viewers. So far I am in the 'for it camp' here's why - According to Hilleberg, it adds an extra layer of protection extending the life of your tent and reducing condensation. In my experience it will help the resale value of the tent if the groundsheet has never touched the ground, great to protect and look after such an investment, seriously increases the working volume inside the tent due to the fact that the flysheet comes right down to the ground and you can use the whole protected area. All for a weight cost of only 250g and minimal space in your pack. If you want to cook in the vestibule then just detach and roll it back under the groundsheet.. Great addition of extra shots of the tent in use too.
Thanks for your experience!
This tent is absolutely very competent in high wind speeds.
:-)
/Matti
Guys, if you think about resale value than don't buy this tent, you'll never enjoy it! Just saying :) I have a Unna, Soulo and a Tarra, use them like any other tents. Best ever! For some reason always prefer the Unna. Tom, I'm watching your videos, great work and a pleasure to watch!
Matti, thanks for a honest review!
Thanks for good review. I have the soulo and was thinking of using for a hiking trip in Sarek. Normally I go hiking in the padjelanta region in the early autumn and use a dcf zpack duplex which is really light, very waterproof, has good ventilation and if well pegged is also ok in strong wind. But last year, in some very heavy storms I felt that it was at its limit, a leak started on the side by the guy line attachment and a tear at the top of a door (my fault due to a misplaced pole), these are now repaired. I also have a soulo which I have only used in winter snow and not for extended trips. Have been considering taking it on my next hiking trip to padjelanta and sarek, just for the peace of mind in having a bomb proof shelter. But as you say, it’s not light, well over double the duplex, and if I’m already carrying the weight of ten days of food, it could just add to my suffering. Perhaps with a shorter 5 day trip or I rely on catching a couple of fish, it could work, but still not sure. Originally I bought my soulo for a planned first winter trip to the north with snow shoes and a sled, but had to cancel due to covid. As you say, it’s a great quality tent with good design and the best materials. I would like to use it more.
It’s terrible if you can’t sleep because you are worried that the tent should collapse…
/Matti
@@JOKKMOKKGUIDERNA Indeed not a restful night. The noise from a dcf tent flapping in a strong wind is one of the fabrics weaknesses. DCF tents are like sleeping in a crisp packet! 😉Very crunchy. 🤔 wind is not going to break the hiking poles, so a total collapse is unlikely, main thing was leaking at the upwind pull out points put a pan to catch drips) or pegs pulling out. the pull out guy, put a pan to catch the drips. Was the most extreme wind I’d experienced there and I had stupidly pitched for a view rather than shelter, wind came up at night.
Falling in love with Hilleberg tents even though I've never had one or seen one in Canada. I've had 2 single wall winter tents (Mountain Hardwear and Sierra Designs) literally fall apart in storage (sticky, smelly floor on one, waterproof coating flaking off the other one in big sections). I'd rather spend more next time but get something better made and more durable.
...and the second hand price is quite high so if you want to sell it you will probably get a lot of the money back from the investment.
/Matti
I have used this tent and the Staika camping on snow in the winter. This tent was noticeably warmer due to you being in a smaller space. The Nammatj 2 is also warm in winter. But I never
Years ago, I used a Soulo for short winter backpacks. However, with my winter gear inside, I felt claustrophobic due to the small space (I did not understand to use the vestibule as part of the tent). So I sold the Soulo and got the Nammaj 2. But I never used the Nammatj in winter. Where I live (New England), the snow can be pure ice, or sometimes there is frozen ground but no snow at all. Despite knowing that people do get a tunnel tent up in all kinds of circumstances, I personally couldn't face the uncertainty while out in the extreme cold by myself. Now, I am determined to be able to sleep out in the woods in the cold months. I have revisited the Soulo and especially as the BL is now offered. It is not the lightest, but I will be able to carry it. I will have peace of mind knowing I can always get it up anywhere easily. The one thing I do remember about the last try was how warm it got in that little space - especially hanging a candle lantern, inside was well above freezing. The way I see it, my Soulo will be to get me to the woods, in other words, to nourish my "soul". That thought alone is worth the price of the tent
But Nammatj is also a GREAT tent!!! We use that a lot during the winter. It's really super.
:-)
/ Matti
Great review! We've been thinking about an getting a four-season solo tent in the future, thanks for the input Matti!
Thanks!
You would also look at Nammatj II GT. Solotents are small and if you make tours with a dog team it's better to get a 2 persons tent maybe...
/Matti
Great review! I'm getting my Soulo next month and I can't wait 👍 Keep up the great content! Will definitely add to this comment when I get around to using my Soulo
Thanks!
There Will be more... Soon a review of Hilleberg Allak... :-)
/Matti
I have always enjoyed your videos or quite amazing to hear you speak. One thing that was left out is the center pole. How to position the short pole does it go over the top of the long poles or does it go under the poles? I find out that it’s easier to put the small pole over the top of the longer poles to where it makes clipping it easier that’s the way I seen Hilleberg assemble their tents.
That's probably a good idea. I have never thought about that!!!
Thanks for the good input. 😀
I'm always impressed by all the knowledge we all together have! All the people on this platform are doing outdoor things. If I were producing outdoor gear, I would always ask the users about help.
😀
/Matti
Among other tents I have found that the soulo is my worst tent for ventilation. By contrast the Unna is one of the best.
RE: being warm inside. The Soulo was best. Kind of nice if the compartment you sleep in gets above freezing when the outside air is 20 degrees colder. That being said, the inside is kinda small, especially with a winter bag.Being warm inside on a bitterly cold night was a worthwhile trade off.
Nammatj 2 also warm inside. But I cannot deal with the uncertainty of getting it up when it’s dark and cold, and icy conditions. there is ice, etc
Thank you for sharing your experiences Francine! Of the tents you're mentioning Soulo is the only solo tent. So yes it's smaller than the Nammatj and Staika but, for being a solo tent the Soulo is really spacious. /Stina
very good review and fun to watch too and best part its based on experience! thanks keep the good work up
im thinking about a Hilleberg for the hike Nikkaluokta - Abisko. First time I lost my very good tent in a crazy storm so I want to go with the best tent back then it was a VANGO HURRICANE BETA
Thanks!
Life out there is little bit more safe with a good tent. But also Hilleberg tent can blow away if they aren't well attached to the ground.
/Matti
Seriously this review was such a gamechanger for me I wanted to buy the Soulo but turned to the Akto, because your review. And I am so glad with that choice! Thank you so much!
Wooowww... That really makes me happy that this helped you!!! 😀
Soulo is a good tent but not for everybody. Akto is a super great tent. I think you will have many safe, comfortable and lovely nights in that 'hotel'.
/Matti in Jokkmokk
Great review, as others have pointed out, too. I do not know, that the Hilleberg designers think of this ventilation issue/ topic, but to me, as a "non-owner", it seems, that it should be relatively easy to extend the roof cover fabric panel (or what to call it? ) a little longer down over the sides and then incorporate a few more ventilation openings on the tent top? Just a thought from pictures / footage of this tent in use on channels.
Other suggestions to reviews, as written about before, could be some of the Klättermusen clothing, that you are using. Some reviews can be found on RUclips, but compared to some other brands, they are relatively limited and it seems, that at least on some collection clothing items, the upgrades are relatively few, so even if a "2,0" version is outthere, a review of an original "1,0" item, will still be valid and helpful enough to many potential customers, I would estimate, at least. I have a few clothing pieces from them, eg. the Gere and Gere 2,0 pant, (that are nice, for sure, if it is not too hot.) and it seems to be mostly smaller design changes, rather than more substantial functionality changes. I also have a Mithril anorak half zip anorak or what to call it, and (I think, that it was the name?) and they changed it to a jacket, with a through going zip, just as an example of the opposite, more in depth changes, but still, to some degree it would give an impression of the basic functionality and sturdiness, for the original version, then projected to the upgraded one, with a little fantasy and good will? :o)
Just a suggestion, of cause, as always, but I could not help noticing, that you wear some gear of theirs, and as far as I know, they were one of the pioneer company's in using recycled materials in their products? I think, that such a thing deserves some credit. It takes courage to take the lead and go forward out of principles, it is much easier to follow along, when something has proven to be a reliable business concept, IMHO at least. :o) Anyway, enough typing along, nice day, no matter what!!
Thanks again for the feed back.
There will be some videos about Klättermusen and some other brands.
;-)
/Matti
Nice review, Matti!
I totally agree, the ventilation could be better, but the tent is a bunker.
I do not use the footprint either very much, only when I know before that I’m going to put up the tent on wet grass or on rocks only. But the footprint is not that advantageous if one wants to cook in the apsis or when it’s raining (it collects water). In the mountains I never use the footprint.
I also like that it’s really easy to put up the tent in strong winds, by first fixing the tent with pegs to the ground, then introducing the poles and hanging in the clips.
Thanks for good points about the footprint.
/ Matti
Would love to hear your opinion on the Enan. As a Soulo owner, I agree with everything you said about the condensation and when / who should use it. I only use mine for deep snow winter were setting up with mittens is important. However, forget to open the vent and crack the bottom of the door before you fall asleep and you have an ice palace the next morning. Digging out some snow around the edge panels or putting a water bottle under it to hold it up helps a bit but in my opinion, the Soulo is a specialized use tent. I've been considering an Enan though and would love to hear your thoughts in regards to ventilation and condensation issues in forested areas. I wish Hilleberg had high vents on the yellow label tents. My Rogen tends to have a bit more condensation than a tent with a high vent (with two people).
Thanks for your comment!
I have used a Enan also during the last year and I will film the review of that tent very soon.
Soulo is a very good tent and I'm happy that I have one but there is very often when I prefer to go with the Enan or with the Akto instead.
So...there will be a review of Enan during November!
/Matti
@@JOKKMOKKGUIDERNA That is awesome, thanks! Hope you have some fantastic winter adventures coming up!
I have the Enan & am also waiting for Matti's Enan Review.
i have the Soulo It vents better than my mates Akto. I have short guy lines on the foot end of the outer shell which i lift slightly in low wind and high moisture camps. It makes a massive difference to the air flow. I have been tent bound in bad weather and found it big enough to stay in for the day. I take down the inner liner when i am cooking for more space. I love the tent. My other tent is a Tarra. I am in the north of Scotland where the weather changes by the hour. I have been camping for 40 years this summer. I started off with a free hand me down which did until i really got into it. I hate tunnel tents and ridge tents. Free standing is the only way to go. Personal preference. I find the best way to assemble the poles is RED WHITE BLUE. Cheers
Have you added an extra guideline? I understand that Scottland could have a tuff weather...
/Matti
@@JOKKMOKKGUIDERNA Hi yes. I carry 3 short lines just incase I am no rocky ground. I use the lines to lift up the foot end to incase the air flow. I can drop the tent if the weather turns nasty
@@alanhunter2051 wish there was a video on how exactly you do this :)
@@kattidee I 2nd the motion!
I have 2 hilleberg tents and i can say they are not expensive. They are valuable. There is obvious difference.
I totally agree. Expensive and lots of money is to different things.
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/Matti
There is a difference, though Hilleberg are expensive ! For Hilleberg money you can get actual expedition tents which will not have the ridiculous condensation problems Hillebergs have.
it is a great pleasure to watch your reviews:-)
Thanks for a great, practical and thorough review. I would be happy to carry it on my bicycle trips.
Happy to hear that you find it useful!
Great honest review. Thank you.
really like your style of presenting. Thanks for sharing
Thanks!
...and lovely that you like our style.
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/Matti
The ventilation issue is something that I wondered too. Perhaps a Nammatj or a Kaitum 2gt would remedy that. And you get much extra room at the same.
We use Nammatj 3GT and that's great tents!!!
/Matti
Good man, good honest review.
Thanks!
I'll try to do the best I can.
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/Matti
Look, this tent is designed to help save your life. That applies in any weather. It gets you out of extream weather conditions. Plus the fabric is designed for the conditions the tent is meant to be in. You can have a light weight tent that weights nothing, but will not handle extream conditions of a black sand beach.
Yepp... this is a really strong tent!!!
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/Matti
Thanks you Matti for this Nice review.
Thanks!
:-)
/Matti
What do you think the new black label soulo will bring to the table? I rate the soulo as the best 1 man tent on the market. Do we really need the black label version?? Or are they just after the 💰 💰 💰💰💰
I don't think that Hilleberg are just after the money... If they are after the money they would put the effort in to a Soulo under 1kg with fragile material. That had been more easy to sell becaus the target group for light weight and free standing is bigger than a heavy duty Solo tent for hurricanes. :-)
Why Black Label Soulo. I haven't seen that tent and the spec for it. In my world, Soulo Red Label is strong enough and a really good tent. But I'm not crossing the arctic alone or climbing Himalaya etc. I'm just hanging around in Swedish Lapland.
What do you thing? Have anybody seen the spec for that tent? Anyway, I would be suprised if it's not a good tent.
/ Matti in Jokkmokk
@@JOKKMOKKGUIDERNA Petra was talking about it a while back. 10mm poles and 1800 kerlon. Little bit heavier obviously but a total bomb shelter. I think the normal wild camper wouldn’t need it as the current red label one is also a bomb shelter. Possibly extreme expeditions. I still want one 😂
Imagine a soulo under 1kg. 👍
@@AndyWardle for the mountaineers. 😊
@@AndyWardle The Enan is already at the lower limit regarding resistance and stability. At least for me. There are good ultralightweight tents on the market which shows their drawbacks. I love how Big Agnes writes in the description of the HV 1 Carbon that this tent shouldn't be used by normal people because it's so fragile. How do you want to make Soulo quality at the weight of 1 kg? The poles are already half the weight. Regarding the black label Soulo, Hilleberg didn't have a black label single person tent in their portfolio and many people asked for that. If you haven't asked this question yet, you don't need it.
The Red label Soulo has been used on expeditions in the Himalayas, and on Denali. I really can’t imagine that an average person would need a Black label version of the Soulo. However, if you want the most bomb proof solo tent on the planet, go for it 😉👍🏻👍🏻🇳🇴
possibly the best tent even especially if you wanna have just one tent only
sure is heavy but I really value the protection and safety it gives me in any condition especially for long wild camp trip I do when you don-t know or can-t plan how the weather is gonna be
true also about ventilation BUT I had a work around it after using it a lot :
if you know or are reasonably sure is not gonna rain and you are under treelike you just open the door all the way and you will have 0 cold inside the outer layer and you can still have full draft protection inside and sleep warm ( I don-t completely agree that the warm comes only from sleeping bag/matress the possibly to close you up gives for sure few degrees more that are very welcome in some conditions)
if is windy or rainy and you have to close the outer layer you get a bit of cold in sure but is never excessive and with a small cloth I carry I can easily get rid of it undoing the inner layer from inside and just quick wipe on the inside of the outer layer and job done
never ever had condensation inside the inner layer in any condition
great review by the way and maybe I will pop in to say all in my next Swedish summer trip
That's a good point about working around the ventilation problem. You can also add a tarp and keep the door totally open. I love to keep the door open and get a feeling of the nature around the camp during the night.
/Matti
This is a great review and makes me feel happier about my Soulo.
Thanks!
Solo is a great tent but little bit heavy. But a super tent. 😀
/Matti
@@JOKKMOKKGUIDERNA Yes, i have the footprint too, so even heavier. A reliable tent.
Your channel is awesome! Definitely my favourite 👍 I was wondering if you have any experience of the Nallo 2, especially is windy/stormy conditions? I currently have the Tarp Tent Scarp 1 which has lots of room but it makes me worry a bit in very stormy conditions (although it has always done very well). The Soulo seems as though it could handle a nuclear explosion but its very small, the Nallo 2 is also a red label and has loads of space, I need a tent to handle very stormy conditions, can the Nallo handle storms as well as the Soulo? I live in Scotland and it’s always very very windy, I’m a landscape mountain photographer and usually have lots of gear so space in the tent is necessary. Many thanks - I’m also looking at your web site, I’m very interested in your trips during the winter!!!!
Hej! sorry we don't have the experience of the Nallo 2 so can't help you there. Happy to hear you like our channel! /Stina & Matti
Like these videos of yours. Keep them coming; )
I didn’t realise condensation could be a problem with this tent. I would want to avoid that at all costs. And I like to backpack so would be carrying it on my back. I could lighten the load omitting other items I suppose... I do love the quality materials used in Hilleberg tents though. Is there a Hilleberg tent you might recommend for much better condensation elimination? I would probably also occasionally want to use it in windy places like Dartmoor or The Lake District however. Or maybe there’s a way to set it up with a tarp if I’m in the woods, so the front door could remain open, but mosquito net closed. It’s hard to decide what’s best. Important to make the right decision at those prices too. Maybe I’m overlooking other brands that might be more suitable. But I do know Hilleberg is a brand one can trust. Decision, decisions 🥴
Hilleberg is a Hilleberg... That's totally correct. :-)
Check my review of Hilleberg Akto, it's on my channel. I will as soon as possible make a review of Hilleberg Enan and Big Agnes Copper Spur HV1.
...but to be honest. You will never find the 120% perfect solution in one tent... ;-) You ned several tents if you want to be a happy person. 🥴🤣
/Matti in Jokkmokk
@@JOKKMOKKGUIDERNA Thanks Matti. I’ll go take a look at your Akto vid. A friend of mine has the Enan and she suffers terribly with condensation in that model so, despite its light weight, I don’t think I’ll be going for the Enan. As I’ve mainly camped in wooded areas, I’d be constantly worried about snagging the Enan too.
@@hArtyTruffle I have the Enan & haven't had any condensation problems although I'm camping at high altitudes above 6,000'. Perhaps your "she" friend has the 2 vent covers completely covering both vents. Those vent covers may need to be removed & put back in the built-in pocket for those covers. Also, the TOP part of the outer tent zipper can & should be unzipped a few inches & held open with a clothespin.
@@azclaimjumper thanks 👍🏼 I ended up buying a much cheaper tent with lots of vent options. Also, when I get the opportunity to camp, it’s usually in woodland. I’d be worried about snagging such an expensive tent. If I’m ever going to be in open/snowy/windy conditions I’ll reconsider a Hilleberg, but it would probably be one of the Soulo models.
@@hArtyTruffle Which make/model did you buy. I hope it wasn't the Nemo Hornet, that tent is notorious for condensation.
I think Hillebergs Allak 2 is a good alternativ to this tent.
Brilliant review,Thank you for the information sir!
That just make us happy if you could finde some useful information in our videos.
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/Matti
Hi, do you have any experience with the Jannu or the Allak II to compare with the Soulo, cheers Jim.
I have no experience with Jannu but we have an Allak II. Allak is a great tent but bigger and more heavy than the Soulo. I THINK Soulo is little bit better in storms than Allak. Soulo is a hurricane tent... ;-)
I like Allak because of 2 entry if you camping with a friend. I use that as a solo tent if I don't need to carry and if I have a dog with me. It's to heavy as a solotent if I go hiking alone. I don't like to carry heavy backpacks.
/ Matti
What is a Hilleberg with better ventilation or less condensation that you would recommend?
If you want this bombproof 4-season solo tent... there is no option. You could take a look at Nammatj 2. That's also a super winter tent...but mor heavy because it's not a solo tent. If you makes hiking tips during summer you should check Enan.
/Matti
I bought my Soulo in 2015 and have used it on some two-three week trips in the mountains here in Norway but not in winter time because I am not so often in the mountains then.
In some ways I have regretted buying this tent bacause it is very heavy and does not supply so much room for the weight, for instance the vestibule is smaller than in the Akto, and secondly I don't understand why there is only one ventile on top of the tent when Hilleberg make all the other one person tents with several options for ventilation. My experience is that there is more condensation in Soulo than in other models, not so good flow of fresh air if it is no wind outside.They should make a little closable ventile on maybe the short (foot)end of the tent to get better circulation.
Mostly when I am willing to carry a tent of 2.5kg I prefer my Nallo2 which at the same weight as Soulo offers very much space inside and in the vestibule for one person.
My first Hilleberg was an Akto bought in 1995, that lasted for 13 years of heavy use, impressive but it was made in the best kerlon fabric. But nowadays as I'm middle aged I prefer some more space and comfort when backpacking so the Akto is no longer in use even though I love the tent.
I just totally agree about ventilation... but that will add more weight to an already heavy tent... I really think Nallo is a super tent!!!
Anyway... If you get a Hilleberg then you don't 'need' a new tent for many years. They are really durable.
/Matti
Great review. It is obvious you speak from experience. I have just one question. I am 1.87 meters and I use a 2.5" inflatable pad. Will the length dimension be long enough for me without the foot of my bag rubbing on a wet inner surface?
Thanks!
Your question is really good. I'm only 172cm and I have no problems at all. I will check with my friend who also have used this model. He not 187cm but at least a bit taller than me.
I'll be back... ;-)
/Matti
Okay... Now I know more... My friend is acctually 187cm... 😀
But he say that it works BUT the tent had to be horizontal! If you slide little bit he says that you will reach the inner tent. So...you had to be more careful if you are tall. I don't know if there is any better options on the market than this tent anyway... Have you finde something else like this?
/Matti
@@JOKKMOKKGUIDERNA Thank you. So assuming I can place the tent on flat ground, I should not be in contact with the tent with my head or feet. I have yet to find a comparable tent. What do you think about the Nammatj?
Nammatj and Nallo ar super tents BUT the roof in the 'back part' is lending and can give you the same problem. If you look at Keron it's different. Then the wall I strait and don't cause you a risk to get that problem. But Keron, Nammatj are more heavy tents.
Mabye a 2p Nallo is an option or a 2p Allak because then you can lay down from corner to corner if you use that as a sole tent.
But if you are little bit careful the soulo will.probably works fine. The walls are very straight at that tent. It's not like Akto or Enan.
@@JOKKMOKKGUIDERNA Thank you for your answers. Much appreciated.
Great review, extremely thorough! Do you have a recommendation for a one person 4 season ( cold weather/ snow season) tent similar to the Soulo in design with better ventilation?
Thanks!
That's a very good question! I would go for one Hilleberg Nammatj 2 or Nammat 2GT. That's a super tent but not self standing. In snowy conditions it's easy to anchor the tent in the snow... at least here in Lapland. You had to put one of the mor narrow sides (foot or head) towards the wind. It's not bomb proof as Soulo but Nammatj is a great tent in snowstorms also!
I would definitely pick one of the high end brands like Hilleberg, Helsport or the more expensive models of North Face...or just accept that Hilleberg is Hilleberg... ;-)
I hope that you can use some of this ideas.
/Matti
Nice review.. I did not know about peg direction, orientation!
There is more things we don't know than actually things we know... 😉
/Matti
@@JOKKMOKKGUIDERNA so True! Hey.. we’re doing a zoom call with friends in Trollhatten today, we live in the USA.. Their daughter was our exchange student some years ago now! Small world.
Thank you for a good review! Out of curiosity, what non-Hilleberg tent would you say is similar/comparable to this tent?
I don't know if there exists other totally bomb proof solotent for high altitude use... ;-)
/Matti
I agree 100% with Matti.
While it is no doubt a great tent, i just don't see the point of it for most situations when you could buy a much larger Hilleberg Nallo 2 for similar weight and price. So much bigger, more ventilation options, still bomber in wind. Only negative is its not freestanding but no tunnel tents are. I think for most non winter hikers a nallo 2 is the best most versatile shelter
I think I agree with you... The only good thing with the Soulo is that's freestanding. That's super handsome when you camping in rocky terrain.
...but I agree. Nallo is a super solution for most of the people.
/Matti
Skulle du anse att SOULO är ett bra tält för fjällen i slutet av september månad? Eller är det ”överdrivet” starkt för det?
When camping in winter in northern Sweden do you prefer tunnel or dome tents?
There is not a simple answer... Tunnel tents are easy to raise alone in bad winds and they are lightweight if you compare with Dome tents.
Dome tents are better in hard winds and usually you get one entry on each side of the tent.
Tunnel tents has the good possibility to get the extended entry that is super during the winter. That's just a few dome tents like Hilleberg Sataris that have that extended entry.
I think...If I just use it for my self I would pick a tunnel tent with extended entry. Today I need a tent where I can serve dinner and breakfast for a small group and then I pick Sataris.
I hope this not totally clear answer was for some help...
/Matti
Solid review
Superthanks!!!
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/Matti
Good detailed review, thank you for this great job! I saw lots of tents reviews for my solo hike, which I perform mostly in Russia, and I think Soulo is what I do really need. As you say condensation is the weak point of this tent. Probably yes, however I think I will close my eyes on that because of the other advantages of this tent. Do you use a footprint of that?
Thanks!
No...I don't use footprints. Mabye that helps little bit during summer but in winter that will not help.
/Matti
@@JOKKMOKKGUIDERNA OK, got it. Thank you.
@@alexdan- A footprint will limit the condensation from the ground, but it will also protect your equipment from dirt on the ground in the vestibule. And of course it will protect the main floor in the tent (although I’m not sure it is needed). I have the Soulo. And, although it is a bit heavier than other tents out there, I bought this tent because it can handle just about anything. Where I live, it can be very windy. And up in the mountains where I like to hike you have to be prepared for a stormy night. So I bought the Soulo, and I don’t have to worry about the weather. If I get caught out in a storm, I’ll be protected, and I’ll be okay. This tent has been used on expeditions in the Himalayas, and on Denali. If you hike above the tree line, this is the tent to get 👍🏻👍🏻🇳🇴
Great review. Good for robustness, too heavy for me. The Akto has served me well so far in the UK
Yepp!!!
Veru robust and heavy...
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If you like Akto have you then tried Enan? That's my favorit!
/Matti
thanks for the interesting video. have u ever tried the Hilleberg Niak by any chance? Thanks
Thanks and it's so nice that you could find some value in this video. :-)
I haven't tried Niak BUT it's very high up on my list of tents I want to test!
/Matti
@@JOKKMOKKGUIDERNA thanks for your answer. keep up the good work. very pleasing content that I just discovered. Regards from little Belgium.
I've just subscribed & rang the notification bell AFTER reading all the replies up to 15 May 2021. I want the notification of when you do your Enan Review, the tent I own. I want to add my 2¢ to your Enan "Review".
Warm Regards from Reno, Nevada U.S.A.
Lots of people ask for the Enan review... I think I had to make this...very soon...
/Matti
@@JOKKMOKKGUIDERNA Your reviews are clearly spoken from a voice of experience, are thorough & coherent.
I should mention that according to Hilleberg, the Enan can be back-ordered, however, delivery won't be any sooner than early December 2021.
It';s for me soon as I can find one. Motorcycle camping in the arctic areas and Patagonia
I got the BL in green nice tough as nails.
Thank you for your good review!
Thanks for watching!
/Matti
Hei, Thanks for this review. Am just wondering if you have reviewed the Nallo 2. Its the same weight, but my main concern is vestibule storage and cooking for winter usage (live in Norway at 69' north). There's a lot more gear in winter than other seasons and I have a summer tent that Im happy with so far. Am female mid 50s and have decided that my limit is 2,5 kilos. Have a single tent that is solid, but it's not built for winter usage (snow drift) and also, one of the walls is slanted, making internal space a bit tight in winter conditions. For me it's a toss up between Soulo and Nallo 2. Any help would be appreciated. Cheers, c
I haven't reviewed the Nallo. I have only spent like 10-20 nights in a Nallo. I like that tent but don't have one...yet... ;-)
/Matti
@@JOKKMOKKGUIDERNA Thanks Matti. I just bought a Soulo secondhand, but questioning this decision as both Nallo2 and Soulo weigh the same (it was a price decision) - I sometimes hike with a dog and not sure the dog will be (warm and cosy) as its owner assumes - she will slepp in the vestibule, as dogs create a lot of condensation. Any thoughts? Can always sell the Soul again I guess, they tend to keep their value.
@@celiacollins16 Tunnel tents can't handle snow loads.
@@kobold90 that's probably why hilleberg keron and nammatj are the most iconic ( tunnel ) wintercamping tents in the world
@@kobold90 I have the Hilleberg Keron 4 GT (tunnel tent), and it’s an expedition tent. It can definitely handle a snow load. Also it’s used be Norwegian special operations, so put your heart at rest. There is no problem with this tent when it comes to snow 😉👍🏻👍🏻🇳🇴
good tent indeed
I wonder how it compares to the Hilleberg Niak? The Niak seems to have better ventilation and is lighter as well, though not sure how it holds up to cold weather, wind and rain...
I Think Niak is a good tent but no ventilation in the top like Soulo. I like that it's lighter and bigger. I don't think it's better in heavy wind than Soulo... Low temperatures is just a question if it's good enough with ventilation and if it's easy to pitch on snow.
Rain... could you keep the ventilation open if it's raining? Check the difference between Hilleberg Akto and Hilleberg Enan. Akto have a cap over the entry/absid so you can keep that open during rain.
/Matti
@@JOKKMOKKGUIDERNA If only they had a lighter tweaked version of the Soulo I think it would be a huge seller. Thanks for the reply, will check the others out 👍
I agree...
:-)
/Matti
@@Feverstockphoto The Niak is a three season tent (I think). Not as bomb proof as the Soulo. Hilleberg is actually coming out with a Black label Soulo tent this year. It will be even more bomb proof, but also a bit heavier 🇳🇴
@@p.richter9592 Yep looking for a lighter 4 season 1 person tent than what the current Soulo is at the moment but I'm in no hurry to make a purchase.
The Soulo looks great but If they can make something like the Niak which is 2 person 3 season tent, then by using less materials for a smaller 1 person tent I'm sure they can make a similar 4 season 1 person tent at same or less weight. Even if using some of their heavier, higher grade materials used in the Soulo. The trade-offs are in the size, strength, materials used, going all the way to the ground for 4 season... With technology, design changes and progress they can do it but the question is will they, is there the demand, I think so? 👍.
I the Soulo really that bad with condensation? I mean it is with every tent right? Or is the Soulo like really bad? I really wanna know this cause I consider buying one? If it is really bad I consider buying another tent
I don't think it's more bad in Soulo than other 4 season, solo tents that's build for heavy storms.
1. Soulo is the tent for you who need the hardcore stuff for heavy winds. It's really super storm proof.
2. Soulo is a tent for you who need to be able to pitch the tent alone in bad weather. It's the Scandinavian style where you put the flyer and the inelnertent at the same time. It's possible to put this up alone with gloves in bad conditions.
If you don't need theis fourseason heavy wind proof hardcore stuff I would recommend Hilleberg Akto or Enan. There you get better ventilation and it's still a good tent!
Did you see my review of Hilleberg Akto? ruclips.net/video/zkWGPglV6c8/видео.html
I will also soon make review of Hilleberg Enan and Big Agnes Copper Spuur UL HV1.
I hope I don't confuse you. You mabye need 2 or 4 different tents.
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/Matti
@@JOKKMOKKGUIDERNA Yes I have seen your Akto review it was really helpful. At this moment I will buy one in two hours.
I don't think you will be disappointed. Then you had to use it. Stay wild and go camping. :-)
/Matti
@@JOKKMOKKGUIDERNA Thank you! Wel some strange things happenend where I got like 35 per cent discount so let's see how things will go and turn out.
17:43 "Hilleberg has condoms in the tents" Lol
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Always condoms in the tent. That's a new buschcraf thing after covid-19... /Matti
@@JOKKMOKKGUIDERNA Absolutely 🤣🤣
If I only camp in my backyard once a year should I get this tent?
Hi!
It depends on where your backyard is... 😀
If you only camp once a year and if you can choose to stay indoors if it's a hurricane then this tent is little bit overkill.
But if your pockets are full of gold, your backyard is the Mont Everest and you had to stay outdoors during the worst hurricanes of the year then this is mabye a good investment.
;-)
/Matti
I'm laughing at your response love hilleberg tents but enjoy your videos from your part of the world midnight sun that must be cool
Midnightsun is fantastic and enjoying... because you will never go to bed. Then it's better with dark October when it's okay to sit in the sofa with a cup of hot tea!
...and look at RUclips. 🤣
/ Matti
Thank You!!!
Thanks for watching!
/Matti
You say that the Akto is not super strom proof?
Akto is good but not like Soulo in heavy wind. If you get heavy wind the fabric will push together (flyer and inner tent). That's not good if you have rain.
I have used Akto in bad weather and it will not break. It's more that Soulo is faraway much better storm tent.
I hope you understand what I try to explain with my swenglish... ;-)
/Matti
I don’t want a tank to run over my Hilleberg! :O
Hej Matti. Jag är svensk ... but I write in english for the readers. I have orderes both the Soulo which I will use in the swedish high altitude area kalfjället. I will probably not camp there wintertime. I also bought Msr Hubba Hubba for solo camping in more protected areas and snow free hiking. I also have a Nemo Losi that I have used with a family member around Kebnekaise. I still work hard on my arguments. Its a lot of money. I want space in the tent so I didnt go for akto. Its so expensive to have tents for all situations but a quality tent will hold for years. Tell me that I made the right choices 😂
You made the right choice...
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I think it's a good choice for high altitude. If not...the second hand market is good for the Hilleberg.
...and if you don't buy tents for your money what should you buy then???
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/Matti
@@JOKKMOKKGUIDERNA Thanks Matti! I really enjoy your youtube channel. Really inspiring! I have started to get interrested in hiking wintertime. I just bought Nammatj 2. Its heavier but can be used with a friend or family member. We will see which one I will keep... or maby both the Soulo and Nammatj.
@@MrRicheme Hilleberg makes great tents (I have three). I have the Soulo for solo hiking above the tree line. It’s a bit heavy for hiking with a backpack. However I can get a good nights sleep, knowing that the tent is pretty much bomb proof. It’s a great tent 👍🏻👍🏻🇳🇴
@@p.richter9592 Im still waiting for the Soulo and the Nammatj. I have a Nemo losi and a Msr Hubba hubba but these are for under the tree line. I have used these above treeline but its a little gaming against the odds. They are lightweight though. The Soulo I will try to use as basecamp in high altitudes. Dramatic or shifting weather is much more beautiful for a photographer like me.
I am selling my msr elixir 1 tent to buy this one.
Interesting! You will get a better tent that's for sure. You have to come back here and tell us if you think you get value for the money!
/Matti
@@JOKKMOKKGUIDERNA Hi yes! Unfortunately can't find one as everyone is out of stock! Not just tents but outdoor gear in general.
@@laurynaspetniunas8193 Good things comes to those who wait. Keep frosty, and get it when it becomes available. You will not regret it 👍🏻👍🏻🇳🇴
Jag har Hilleberg Unna, som är likvärdigt.. Jag håller med. Dom är för tunga.
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