Great review, you are very forgiving. I think it's disgusting that a tent of that price and type should leak at all. The design of the roof venting has caused issues on other Hillebergs. They are very strong tents but you shouldn't have to put up with the faults. I Hate Leaks!
Hi Alistair, thanks for sharing the video. Regarding the double poles, have you ever head issues with pole chatter (poles rubbing and wear on each other)? Those little defects on the zips are annoying and not something one would expect for such a premium price. That said, I've had really good luck on my akto and nammat. Thanks again.
I've had no problem with the poles rubbing or wear or any noise from them banging together. With Hilleberg tunnel tents trying to insert double poles into the pole sleaves was a little difficult but with the Tarra it's very easy.
After I had my first tent , a 3 season Wild Country Mistrel flattened in the cairngorms in an 80mph storm, got the Tarra. It certainly could do with a vent on the porch as you say, the vestibule was usually soaking in the morning. Never had any l;ekage issues, but then I probbaly didnt camp in as extreme conditions as yourself. The tent can't really be used as a basecamp tent if it leaks as will be full of water when you get back. Seeing as other hillerg users with celing vents have leakage in high winds, glad that my latest tent is a tunnel the anjan 2, previous hillebrgs having bein the akto, nallo, nammatj, soulo and tarra. The akto also sufers from condenstion, but I found that it makes an excellent parachute if you let the wind shoot in the door as I found to my dismay during a 90mph storm.
I must say I have grown very fond of tunnel tents. Even though they tend to be quite noisy. The Tarra is a very heavy tent. It is a good tent for sure. But, it is heavy. 9 Lbs 8 Ozs. Even the three man Keron is lighter - 9 Lbs 4 Ozs. Makes you wonder. But, the Tara kept you alive. That is the key.
Interesting to hear that Hilleberg were not interested in your issues with the tent. It certainly is not good for a manufacturer of such high price tents.
@@TheTrailDancerfor years Hilleberg dismissed reports of Akto and Soulo zip leaks as ‘condensation’. But they have since quietly modified the zip design so the bottom tag is folded back and stitched up to prevent a drip drip.
Nice review, you mention other aspects than elsewhere seen reviews. I am very happy with my Unna, but always learn things also from other model users. Thanks.
He camped in an area where super high winds are very frequent. Normally you would not even worry about the small holes. A patch of duct tape on both sides of the fabric would be a cheap and easy solution.
@@n9oqu to be fair, people purchase the Tarra for exactly those conditions. These tents are eek-spensive and have a reputation of being absolutely bomb-proof. While I agree that a duct tape repair may have been expeditious while out in the wilderness, I'd want a fix from the manufacturer when I got home.
But I see Hilleberg have discontinued the Saivo’s wrap around rain fly which now has one like the Tarra’s. That makes me think they’ve likely resolved the leak issue on the the Tarra.
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Great review, you are very forgiving. I think it's disgusting that a tent of that price and type should leak at all. The design of the roof venting has caused issues on other Hillebergs. They are very strong tents but you shouldn't have to put up with the faults. I Hate Leaks!
Hilleberg need to be watching your videos!
The dog snoring in the background is really soothing and cute. :-)
Hi Alistair, thanks for sharing the video. Regarding the double poles, have you ever head issues with pole chatter (poles rubbing and wear on each other)? Those little defects on the zips are annoying and not something one would expect for such a premium price. That said, I've had really good luck on my akto and nammat. Thanks again.
I've had no problem with the poles rubbing or wear or any noise from them banging together.
With Hilleberg tunnel tents trying to insert double poles into the pole sleaves was a little difficult but with the Tarra it's very easy.
Congratulations with you wonderful tent. Wish you many adventures in it
has Hilleberg addressed, and ultimately fixed the leaking issues?
I´d a sent it to Hilleberg for repair. Why wouldn´t they repair it?
Great honest review. The positives and negatives. Thanx buddy
After I had my first tent , a 3 season Wild Country Mistrel flattened in the cairngorms in an 80mph storm, got the Tarra. It certainly could do with a vent on the porch as you say, the vestibule was usually soaking in the morning. Never had any l;ekage issues, but then I probbaly didnt camp in as extreme conditions as yourself. The tent can't really be used as a basecamp tent if it leaks as will be full of water when you get back.
Seeing as other hillerg users with celing vents have leakage in high winds, glad that my latest tent is a tunnel the anjan 2, previous hillebrgs having bein the akto, nallo, nammatj, soulo and tarra.
The akto also sufers from condenstion, but I found that it makes an excellent parachute if you let the wind shoot in the door as I found to my dismay during a 90mph storm.
Nice review mate. Very comprehensive. :)
I must say I have grown very fond of tunnel tents. Even though they tend to be quite noisy. The Tarra is a very heavy tent. It is a good tent for sure. But, it is heavy. 9 Lbs 8 Ozs. Even the three man Keron is lighter - 9 Lbs 4 Ozs. Makes you wonder. But, the Tara kept you alive. That is the key.
Jannu maybe ... taut inner, v strong, enough space for one, fair bit lighter
Great honest review 👌
Interesting to hear that Hilleberg were not interested in your issues with the tent. It certainly is not good for a manufacturer of such high price tents.
I find that weird. They are ALWAYS open to feedback and strongly encourage it. At least from my experience
@@TheTrailDancerfor years Hilleberg dismissed reports of Akto and Soulo zip leaks as ‘condensation’. But they have since quietly modified the zip design so the bottom tag is folded back and stitched up to prevent a drip drip.
Nice review, what tent are you going to next?
Glad I found this review. I was about to treat myself to a Tarra but this has put me right off. Back to the drawing board I guess.
Likewise.. I thought this was going to be the ‘money no object’ ultimate tent, but looks like it a really not at all!
@@YDX5224 I bought a Nammatj 2 instead and absolutely love it.
@@philwilson3251 excellent, that’s what I was looking at as an alternative. Cheers
Nice review, you mention other aspects than elsewhere seen reviews. I am very happy with my Unna, but always learn things also from other model users. Thanks.
Did you get any feedback from Hilleberg on the vent leak due to the zipper gap on both sides? I wonder if some type of epoxy could fix it.
He camped in an area where super high winds are very frequent. Normally you would not even worry about the small holes. A patch of duct tape on both sides of the fabric would be a cheap and easy solution.
@@n9oqu to be fair, people purchase the Tarra for exactly those conditions. These tents are eek-spensive and have a reputation of being absolutely bomb-proof. While I agree that a duct tape repair may have been expeditious while out in the wilderness, I'd want a fix from the manufacturer when I got home.
@@Mudinyeri He is not talking about a tear in the fabric. just the holes in the zippers that the extreme winds blow rain water through.
@@n9oqu I realize that
@@Mudinyeri Perhaps the temporary fix would suffice?
Good design just needs a good rainfly ?
But I see Hilleberg have discontinued the Saivo’s wrap around rain fly which now has one like the Tarra’s. That makes me think they’ve likely resolved the leak issue on the the Tarra.
Great vid
I have to same little hole on my soulo, I’ve heard of people plugging it with superglue
Don't use super glue. It's brittle and well shatter the fabric over time. Use seam sealer. Something with a bit of flex
For the zippers...Duct tape bro!
Don’t think it’s a good idea to let a dog in a tent.