Wearable Poncho Shelter - A Mistake in Heavy Rain?
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- Опубликовано: 26 сен 2024
- Was Using my Poncho as a Shelter during a Heavy Rain Storm a big mistake?
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Andy's next camping adventure, " lets sleep under a postage stamp and see how it holds up in a heavy rainstorm! " haha
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Well, I was right, unfortunately, sorry you had to pack out to the car but at least the car was watertight! You're definitely a trooper!!! All hail, King of the Intrepid Campers!!!
I’m sure the car gets plenty of use 😉
I imagine Andy has a plan in place to save up for 20,000 stamps and make a tent. Just because he can. He will try anything. Love the bloke
Hahahahaha😂!
Wind, rain or snow , Andy always smiles 😃
He is special isn’t he?
And processes things…
I appreciate the poncho testing - the gumption to try this shelter in real rain is admirable! 👍🏽
And the best camp cook ever.
Quasimodo goes camping 🏕️. Looks a good material.
Andy’s next trick is to camp under a washing line with nothing but the line for shelter 😂 man I love how much he puts into these videos for us :)
Love the natural sounds of raindrops, birds, the fire crackling…so relaxing!
"Its what its all about, trying new things". Camping under a postage stamp in the peeing rain, you are a superstar mate. After 11 nights away from home working, this is just the sort of tonic I need. Thanks!
The world needs more Andy's in it.
💯 agree he's brilliant. I love his videos. 😂
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@@PatriciaBurns-ym4wo
Well, finally a video showing what camping is REALLY like! Now, this is what I am used to, whether I'm camping or not. Welcome to Murphy's Constitutional Law. Yes...Home, hose down the muddy stuff...take a hot shower...have food delivered...wrap up in your favorite blanket and put on your favorite movie. Also, rest in the knowledge that your fans here on RUclips appreciate you for putting up with rain, mud and lack of sleep, so we don't have to. Love you, Andy!!!
Agree 💯🤗
In basic training back in the day, although we were using two shelter halves together ,we placed a little dirt around the side edges of the tents, not the opening, then entrenched mini moats around each tent for water to runoff, where we would create a single trench connecting channel to the next tent’s moat, creating a series of “figure 8” Moats running down the slope of the hill, hopefully no water getting in the tents🎉
Alas, today's eco-community frowns on entrenching. But Andy has a dedicated woodland so other later visitors would not be disadvantaged.
I used the shelter halves too lol they were…not great.
Good shout that
@@jamesellsworth9673 They're far too worried about minor things. A small trench won't end the world or destroy the migratory patterns of the European flying sloth beetle. Respecting the environment is critical, but being a weirdo about it is just goofy.
You're supposed to dig a runoff moat trench mate! And that poncho ALL the way to the ground.... with a sand/log berm inside
Oh Andy, I did feel sorry for you watching this! How grim was that. Well done for trying it. Ive noticed you nearly always cook from scratch. Most of your recipes make my mouth water. But every episode i enjoy the peace of woodland and the birdsong. I noticed a pheasant constantly serenaded you. Usually so relaxing to watch you relax, but this time I just wanted to give you a hug!
Got to say never ever been into camping but this guy's got me hooked. Absolutely amazing. Love every video he does. Should have his own series on TV either terrestrial or netflix etc pure class 🎉
100%. Can you imagine a traditional TV studio exec being pitched this show 20 years ago? They'd have laughed!
When on manoeuvres in the 1970s part of our kit was a cape that acted as a rain coat and shelter at night , not the most comfortable of nights no sleeping bags, just a blanket and your clothes. We cooked rations on a foldable stove heated by fire lighters bit slow but hot food was better than cold or nothing. Hope our servicemen fair better in today's world .
It looked like the Peter Sellers Hunchback disguise in The Pink Panther movies when
you were walking in with it on.
I knew it reminded me of something 😂😂😂
As much as I enjoy your videos, I have to say the enjoyment is at your expense. You are far braver than I! 😀
Living in Portland Oregon (US), we, like you, get our fair share of rain every year. And, I'd have to say, you'd never catch me out there without proper gear.
But that's why we love you and your videos! Great entertainment to say the least, keep'em coming!
I love bluebells in woodland like this, so beautiful and be great to wake up to assuming you are dry !
What we have here is a demonstration of why we build homes. I sit is dry warmth and watch you survive. Thanks ole man. Love your videos.
You are such a a great guy to watch, this very old Girl Scout Leader and camper says that tarp will not be enough in a heavy rain, old shower curtains to the rescue in my day. The best times of my life was camping with friends when we were young. It always rained whenever I visited the UK, I did experience snow, rain and warm sun in one day there.
Great idea with the shower curtains. I could buy five or six shower curtains for a pound each and make a veritable mansion 😄
Hello Andy, I have spotted you last week on Tumbridge Wells, you were riding an electric scooter towards the market area, I was in a white van and you give us the way. It was in the morning. Anyway I do love what you are dooing, you got my respect! I was dooing it while I was in the Army, now I can't anymore due to my life circumstances. Keep up the work and show this people the real outdoor life!
Cheers and have fun!
Great poncho shelter camp setup wind or rain Andy is always in great spirits and cheerful
I don't blame you for going to the car!! Loved the video! From Ohio in the united states!
Nothing ever phases you Andy, the things u do for us subscribers lol. Thanks Maxx
Love that you can find food items that are common in the USA....when I visited London I could not find food I was used to eating
Thats the whole idea of travel ?
Andy is the best camping cook out there!
I agree with that for sure yes and have often wondered if he is a chef.. he definitely cooks like a great one..
Andrew, if there was ever an apocalypse I’m coming down from Scotland to find you..I know we would be safe 😊..in all seriousness you are a very talented outdoor guy and your meals look delish 😊xx
Always fighting the elements but giving us great content!
Great try . Rain just stinks unless properly prepared !
I look forward to your weekly videos
That kind of rain storm is miserable and I try my best to get the hell out of. My feet get wet and cold I’m done for. You are a real trooper Andy. Better luck next time!
I have a Helikon Tex version of this poncho. Primarily its for keeping off the rain and works really well. In an emergency as a shelter, it should be ok but you're lucky if its rainproof in heavy rain. Rare to pitch it as you did in the military. Bottom line, in the field you made your poncho work for you depending on field conditions, but to expect you would be warm and dry after walking all day in the rain wearing the same poncho and try and pitch it in the field while the rain still comes down . That's another story. Then pack up and do it all again the next morning. Light a fire! Bless the boy.
This reminds me of a camp I did with my sister...she booked 2 weeks in a campground that she had never been to and it rained most of the time. Our lot was at the bottom of a hill which filled with water! She had bought tents off of marketplace and they were full of holes and missing poles it was awful! I stayed a few days to get her set up then bugged off back home only to return to help her pack it all up! She doesn't travel light! An SUV and a car full! ugh! the lot was muddy and rutty...the wood that you had to buy from them was wet and would not start. It sucked! 2 drowned old ladies in the woods! Thanks for the giggle and for letting me know it can happen to the best. xo From Canada🌧☔
I love you man- i never met a man who could keep his cool and humor in adverse conditions like you, cheers mate. I would enjoy camping with you sometime and swapping cooking recipes, but don’t expect me to try the Experimental tent, I don’t want to sleep in the rain! I’ll even bring the beer!😂
He kept his cool and humour, when he capsized into a Norwegian fjord too…
I love it! You are a very positive guy, and even when things come up, you handle it with ease.
I have spent 3 nights in a poncho pup tent (two ponchoes snapped together) but had to share with another soldier. It rained the last night and was miserable. The first two nights were fantastic either your feet or your head open to the stars! But night 3 was a soaking mess. Watching you suffer really took me back :D Thanks for the great videos 👍
I don’t know if you have kids but you give me such caring feel-safe dad vibes🥹
Yes. He is what us gals think of as big teddy bears and they are usually the best of Blokes there are in the world. They are usually the keepers.
'Soddenly' I am reminded of basic bushcraft and the raised bed. You demonstrated everything short of that and there still was water everywhere over that ground.
Make a wood roof over the fire. When you have time and weatherpermiting place a Log wind block to the back of the shelter. Love your videos. Thank you for your time I creating these lovely videos.
You can’t win every time Andy, thanks for sharing.
It might be tipping it down but youre still smiling ....what a nice view of the bluebell wood 😊
Andy you scored another winner. I always enjoy your videos whether it's a solo or with Simon. I've got to say, I couldn't enjoy it as much as you do in the rain with only a poncho as covering. You're a brave man, Andy!!
i am looking forward to seeing more of the adventurous side of this channel, rain camping is great and it should be intermittent like the forecast itself. love it and stay thirsty!
Andy, brother please trust me.
Nothing you do is ever boring.
You could figure out a way to camp in a phone box and that would fascinate...
Of course, if it was the T.A.R.D.I.S., you would definitely have more room on the inside!😂
As always, great content, great presentation, and great vibes!
Cheers, good sir.
I used a poncho in the British Army back in the 80s , can't remember having that many drama's 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
same in the 90s ,but we had them much lower to the ground , i do not remember sitting upright under them so i could film myself.😜
With soaking wet 58 pattern webbing as a bonus😁.
We’re you trained to twist your gooseneck before tying it off?
Same here, pegged all 4 corners with 1 telescopic pole in the middle of one side, crawled in the bag, good night's sleep, mostly, if you buddied then you were in heaven, one poncho as ground sheet, yay.
I was going to say something about the tarp/poncho set-up.
I love watching your videos I'm not into camping but I find your videos very calming
Andy, you are too funny! Really enjoy you. I smile and 28:28 laugh with you; you seem to enjoy yourself no matter the conditions.👍🇺🇲🤣
Think about taking a heavy duty golf type umbrella 🌂 , straight handle , can be used as a walking pole, a tarp support , a wind break and of course to keep the rain off . A quintessential English camping aid 😏 .
Brother im literally camping on my 50 acres ... in the woods.. watching you go camping. THAT'S how ya know ya love a channel and its host.
Beautiful cinematography. The framing, balance and use of light are masterful.
Don't know how he does it. Great combination of skills: camping, cooking AND camerawork. Editing / Audio is damned sharp too.
Oooh lovely Blue Bells you do pick the best spots.
This brings back memories 😅 I remember someone not putting up an outer tent but just their poncho because it's the cool thing to do, and then the rain hits...helloooo, impromptu muddy pond instead of relatively dry sleeping spot 🤭
Nice to see a not so comfy night for a change. Keep up the good work Andy
Yeah scrolling trying to find something to watch and here pops up Andy awesome.
Andy Awesome 😂 that name might stick 😊
I enjoy what you’re doing. Been watching you for a while. I’m in Hawaii. Thank you for sharing.
Ditto, but from Tennessee
Can't wait to see what else you have up your sleeve!
Bugs
Wow! You lasted longer out there than I could have! Hot shower, and some sleep will help! Thanks for another great video Andy!
I've done this but much lower to the ground, just able to get under there, low profile. I put a run off trench around the edge, it doesn't harm nature and keep the rain out of your camp and if your on stag for 18 hours or so you need to keep warm and dry. You'll be fine.
Well done Andy for standing it as long as you did, you try different outdoor things so we don't have to. Always entertaining thank you
That big inflatable hot tent sounds good to me ! 🎉😂❤✌️
Awww, bless you Andy, always willing to give things a try for all of us.
I'm glade you had the car close by at least. Thank you for the video, hope your feeling better young man. Take Care and keep smiling 😊😊
I can't tell you how much I enjoy your videos. I find it very relaxing and the cooking looks absolutely amazing. I used to go camping a lot when I was younger with my father and brothers. I injured my leg badly a couple years ago and wouldn't be able to camp like you do so I'm camping vicariously through your videos. Thanks for all the hard work.
28:00 This is just such a lovely shot. The forest, the lantern, the fire, the sound of the rain. Hard to put into words but it is very comforting.
Thanks for being a guinea pig letting us know that a poncho shelter is not good in the rain, before I tried it myself and got wet. Great video Andy!
These are always SO lovely to watch, no matter the weather.
Makes me wanna get out there more myself now that spring is finally coming to Sweden 🌻
Another amazing video Andy cant wait to see what is next
I've never seen you give up but there is always a 1st time props to you, your meals are always better than l eat at home. Love you❤
I think you should do a video of taking all the gear home and how you clean, dry and repackage everything- and what do you do with all the gear you try out then have to store or dispose of? Cheers 😂
I wonder what his garage OR soon to be warehouse 😂 will look like if Andy continues to add to his arsenal of camping goods. Based on what we see, he can open a 2nd hand store to recoup some $ he’s spent over the years on equipment. He can also hold “outdoor classes” for people getting into this style of outdoor fun/life OR, possibly have short day trips for adults, parents/kids, etc., to introduce them to it and show them what they would need, hands on. They can use the equipment for the trip that day & have a hands on learning experience. I know speaking from experience, I do better & appreciate things more when I can personally interact with things myself. If you provide a tent & stove, sleeping items - basic amenities to get thru the night, there’s a better understanding & more knowledge for someone to totally understand what’s needed to get started.
Sorry to be long winded with this - just putting something out there that may be beneficial to some families, kids, parents or just people in general, like myself that need something more in their life to keep pushing through & forward. No matter the age we are, we ALL have a life ahead of us until our time is up! Until that time comes, we shouldn’t stop if we don’t have to & CAN continue to keep going. Sooooo many people give up towards the end of their life or after a bad encounter with life - medically, physically ,emotionally or even spiritually. I do understand & have been there and truthfully, still there somewhat. But at the end of each day, we need to STOP, just appreciate how lucky we really are to be alive, living this life rather than others in other parts of the world.
Take care everyone. God bless.
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Contractor bags hanging in a tree somewhere, two bags thick? Makes a adequate cache'. (No mice chewin' holes in your stuff.)
I'm curious as to how you wash hands and keep clean when handling things like raw meat.
The subs and views he has, he’ll just get the Butler to do it 😃
He won't do that as its all edited anyway
I'm only 1/3 of the way thru this video and I'm already shivering because of how cold this looks!
Hope the vid goes viral to make up for your discomfort. Carry on!
Always love your videos . keep it coming man . I like the mini lantern by the way .
Can't wait to watch....c'mon Saturday!! Many cheers from the Prairies of Canada! 🍻🇨🇦⛺️
It is never too late to give up 😊
Great timing. I just sat down after a long day and seen this video. Perfect time to relax for five minutes.
You know its never 5 minutes with this channel... 2 hours and 4 videos later... 😂
@@nixm9093 🤣🤣sooooo true
@@nixm9093 you have a point 😅
Ex US Cavalry Scout. We used the poncho for a shelter with a body bag for a bivvie. We would set them up in a diamond setup. Two sides on the ground with the corner being the far end. Diagonal gives you more coverage. Point the ground end into the wind.
I've been using exactly that Mil Tec poncho for about two years both just "as a poncho" and also as a tarp to sleep under. There is a quilted liner that goes with it that is well worth having if you're going to use it in colder weather
I love the honesty. Unlike so many channels.
Thank you , Andy .
🐺Loupis Canis .
Beautiful woodland this time of year, crazy to camp in such conditions with so little. Cool vid.
Great meal again, took notes.
good thing about where you live is the rain is lovely and warm
Morning Andy from south east Texas your videos are my absolute favourite to watch ❤❤❤❤
Like an old friend keeping in touch.
Great review really enjoyed Thanks for all your hard work regards
I went camping about a week ago ... first time since the 1970's(college) ... in a lean-to similar to yours, no rain, and about 60 degrees ... PERFECT!
Perfect, until I had to get up ... found it not easy at 74 with a twice fractured back and two hips that need replaced.
I was a surveyor for over 40 years, and hauling 25-30 pounds over might right shoulder gave me many memories of pain.
Then I tried a 6 person tend ... large, with no room to stand up and doors that forced me to crawl out ...
I want a tent I can "walk", into, and a bed I can fall out of ....
Otherwise the camping was fun ... and I was inspired by your videos ... thanks ...
I still enjoy watching you and always be safe
hey andy! me and my husband are from australia and love all your videos! keep safe & we love this video!!!!
Always so amazing with your good humour! I'd be sat on a pile of wood, wearing the poncho and sobbing like a wet rat 😂
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I always like the rainy episodes
Andy, I just found your channel about 3 days ago. I’ve been “binging” to say the least! You have a great channel with great content. Subscribed after the 1st video watched, not even 10 min into it. Your style and calmness was very intriguing. I was hooked within the 1st five minutes. Thank you for your work & efforts.
I’ve been dealing with some mental instability challenges lately & you seem to help with dealing with some, along with some other content creators with similar content. I appreciate your dedication & thrive you have for what you do for these videos. I know it’s a LOT of hard work you must put in for each video with no “easy” way if you’re a 1-man show. Continue on and congrats on a great channel that seems to have a positive & upward swing! 1M subs is right around the corner my friend. I hope to see it soon for someone who definitely deserves it.
Thank you for helping me & setting my thoughts & mind in a better, much more happier place while watching & keeping video/content in mind throughout the day to keep me positive 🤜 🤛 ! Cheers 🍻 to many more from a new sub!
Tony - USA 🇺🇸
A poncho is good for an emergency situation if you can find a dry spot to sit while waiting for rescue or the weather to clear.
Bone comment?
also if you don't set it up in a pit (which will fill with mud) it looked like you could have set it up a few feet away from where the fire was on a small rise instead of a depression used the terrain better instead of out in the open you would have solved all of those problems. you had plenty of cordage and a forest full of sticks and logs, you could have been way more comfortable, looks like user error.
greetings from Canada. neat concept for a shelter... will be interesting to see how it turns out
Hello from Northern California. Absolutely love your channel!
I appreciate your smile and dedication! I think the brews would have been nice at the local Holiday Inn. But, great video! Keep it up❤
Does it ever not rain there? You're a trooper for always suffering through it to bring us a good video. I love what you do!
We don't tan, we rust in the UK. 😂😂
@@patriciaphelps5875 😂😂😂
Andy taking one for the team! I would have been out of there after the first brew. Good on ya!
Comments going by so quickly no one will see I'm crippled with loneliness.
im sorry me too
I'm sorry to hear, I hope this comment shows that there are people out there that care.
Get in line
Get off RUclips and get out in the real world. There’s people out there lad. I’m not having a pop at you, just making what seems like a pretty obvious suggestion. Good luck to you kid
Try the smallest outreach…smile at a stranger. Work up from there.
I love blue bels and white bells
Fantastic camp, fantastic food fantastic cooking keep the great work up your loyal friend Luke from the UK 🇬🇧 absolutely amazing you truly are a legend
Camping rule # 476; The harder it rains, the faster you drink.
Never heard of this concept but human ingenuity is amazing!
I think anything other than a hotel is a mistake in the rain but I'm a bit of a wimp.
Nono, that's just sensible 😂
Hey Andy Bermuda Regiment veteran got some experience using ponchos, gotta stay low lol. Stake out the rear, raise the hood by tying to a low branch, use a tent pole in the front center and we liked bungee cords to stake out the corners and middle. What you got is a low shelter with room for a pack, weapon and you, to sleep only. Positioned with the rear facing the wind it was pretty effective.
The wife and I love watching your vids, cheers mate!
Anyone born in the UK needs to be provided one of these at birth lol
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No matter how awful things are you're always a cheerful chap. Really enjoy your calm nature
Back in the day, we slept under 58 ponchos that we were issued. We tied a knot in the hood and bungee'd or pegged the low A frame corners. Never more than knee high over your shell scrape, you could stud press a few together. The massive tarps we have now would impress a Bedouin. Luxury. Tell kids that today etc, etc.