Which other tents would you like to see bad weather tested? :D 🏕

@AngiefromthesparklingRiver

4 ай бұрын

3F UL GEAR Taiji2 and OEX Bobcat 1😊

@illuminant1129

4 ай бұрын

Hello Claire 👋I have seen a tent advertised here on YT that you can put up in 5 seconds. It's based on an upside-down umbrella principle. American, I think. Looks very sturdy in the demos'. Might be worth considering ? Although I'm not sure how costly -

@smikedenney222

4 ай бұрын

Onetigris Stella 4 season tent

@christal-clear4505

4 ай бұрын

Grampian 3 man (big 2 man really) in storm, I’ve done bad weather but not storm

@glumchild

4 ай бұрын

Dutch army 2 man tent.😀

Nice. Glad the tent worked well. Thanks for testing it out :) - Dan

@PHYSIZIST

4 ай бұрын

The man himself!

@WildBeare

4 ай бұрын

It's very impressive Dan! I'll be keeping my eyes peeled for darker colours in future hopefully 😍🙏 Happy 2024

@durstongear

4 ай бұрын

@@WildBeare Thanks! Our "Solid" version is a darker green although still not that dark. I'll be moving it darker green in the spring, although it still should probably even darker yet. Maybe for 2025.

@PHYSIZIST

4 ай бұрын

@@durstongear camo silpoly pretty please

@mikeoglen6848

4 ай бұрын

It's not so bad in rocky country - not so blendy in thewoods though..@@WildBeare

"I'm not confident the tent will hold up" she says cheerfully on top of a mountain. Love this girl.

This is the best advertisement for a tent that I’ve ever seen. This video should be on their website. We’ll done to you and Mr. Durston.

Warmly wrapped up, fed and watered watching Claire put herself through the wringer for our entertainment and education. What a gal!! Keep up the great work and keep feeling "floofy". .

You inspired me to sleep outside in a tarp and bivy setup on my father in law's land in a pine forest. The sky was very overcast until about 4 AM when the setting moon's light hit my face and woke me up. The views of the moon set over the pines and a pond I was camped next are things I will never forget - and I would not have been out there in the near freezing temperatures and rain without your inspiration!!! all the best.

I’ve had this tent in 60mph gusts (96kph) and it stood up to it. For me it’s the perfect balance of performance, liveability & weight to £'s spent available. It’s really well designed and made, common failure points (tent poles) are negated. The only negative I’ve come across (I’m nit picking now) is the large footprint sometimes can inhibit finding a good pitch - I’ll happily trade that for the interior space it offers. I’ve had MSR and Hillebergs and whilst they are more bomb proof they are cramped and condensation pits in comparison. Unless you regularly camp above the tree line or are an extreme weather adventurer (or don’t use trekking poles) it’s incredibly difficult to justify the 2-300%+ price premium imo. Hats off to Dan Durston, the hype is real!

@WildCamper

4 ай бұрын

Absolutely agree, I have the 2 person and loved it so much went for a 1 person xmid pro to reduce that footprint. Amazing kit

@WildBeare

4 ай бұрын

Wow that is insane!! That's the storm force wind that I want to try it in 😄 Yes I agree about the large footprint, actually the large size in general, it seems more the size of a 2P but with the sleeping area of a 1P. Part of me would like it a smidge lower to be a bit more low profile, as I'm tall in the torso and the headroom is massive. All the space for gear is amazing though of course Some of the winds my Hille has been through I just can't imagine this not being flattened or ripped in half in them but time will tell, sounds like your experience has been great so far :D Thanks for watching 🐻

@mikelambrou4462

4 ай бұрын

@@WildBeare I’m beginning to think you have masochistic tendencies! In reality every tent is a compromise, I guess it’s about working out what’s most important to you, either that or become a tent collector with one for every occasion! Last count I have 8 but Durston is by far my most used, closely followed by the Big Agnes Copper Spur which is a brilliant good weather shelter. If you want to indulge your masochistic side you could try the Copper Spur in a Welsh storm! Bring pole repair sleeves and your drone to search for it in the morning 🤣

@deanrowell2435

4 ай бұрын

@@WildBeare I have the 2P Solid which comes in a darker colour, but even the lighter colour is surprisingly difficult to see at a distance. If you are really concerned, you could drape some of your camo net over it, but I don't think it matters, especially if you are setting up late and taking down early.

@deanrowell2435

4 ай бұрын

@@WildBeare Also, I roll the doors rather than gather them, and so far haven't had the wind take the magnet ... So far...

Got to love Wildbeare's enthusiasm; whatever the weather throws at her !

Don't apologise for the wind on the mic -- it helps make the sensation more real for the listener. We can feel that we are there too (but I bet you're glad that we're not!). Like the shot tracking your feet as you walk along. That's different! It all adds to the high standard of production you manage whatever the weather is throwing at you. Great stuff.

I’m watching this from Western Australia. 40something °C and thunderstorms off in the distance. A world away and opposite weather. This video mentally cools me down.

Dan Durston put tons of research and engineering into his tents. Well worth the money. It also has specific geometric angles to allow snow to always slide off and not collect. I have the same exact tent and love it! Thank you Claire, your smile always makes my day when you drop a video!

Good lord Claire, I was biting my nails when you pulled the guy lines out! You certainly ran this through the rigors, and it held up amazing in 40+mph winds. Have a great weekend and Happy New Year! ✌️ 🌲⛺️🌲

I stumbled apon your channel a few months before Christmas, and although I don't do camping or hiking, I am loving your adventures. Brilliant stuff ❤

@WildBeare

4 ай бұрын

Aw yay, thanks so much, welcome to my lil channel :D 👋 hope 2024 is treatin you nice

Dan Durston put a really good pitching guide together for the xmid. So many useful tips on how to pitch correctly in all conditions 😊

@WildBeare

4 ай бұрын

Yes I think I've seen it, if it's on their website, the skinny pitch is pretty useful too :)

@pjbell007

4 ай бұрын

I've only pitched my x-mid 1 solid once, but tightening the corners as tight as a drum before putting in the poles seemed to keep everything nice and tight. Although it was nowhere near as windy and this video 😉

@Anttik_

4 ай бұрын

​@@pjbell007 Yes, you need to tighten the corners well first, that is really the most important thing when pitching this tent. The pitch in this video seemed a bit loose. It should handle the wind better when it is tighter. I'm not sure if the extra guylines in the loops in the ventilation flaps does any help. I think it would be more useful to add the extra guyline to the same loop as the original guyline. Then you could pull the two guylines to different angles and get more support for the poles to all directions.

Wow, you’re a trooper. Shooting and working in inclement weather is so challenging. I’ve worked in TV for a loooooong time and had to endure tornadoes, rainstorms, blizzards, floods, 115 degree summer temps and even been struck by lightning while in my vehicle. You handle it like a pro! Thanks for all your hard work and for sharing.

@WildBeare

3 ай бұрын

Woahh that's proper weather you've experienced! Good type 2 fun haha. Thanks, and thanks for watching my lil vid :)

Brilliant! I so enjoy the JOY you have while out in the wild doing your thing!

Thanks, as always, Claire!

perfect weather for a nice field test happy to see you doing well

thats a great test of the tent in those winds - thanks again Claire

Another awesome test, nice one Claire!

Brilliant video. You are always so enthusiastic about new kit.

That was good Wild Beare, especially sitting by the fire with a glass of Whisky...

I must say I admire your fortitude Claire. You don't back down from any type of weather! Enjoyed the video. Stay safe out there!

Having so much fun watching you having so much fun checking out all the tents that could withstand a gal force wind and rain. The places you put yourself in is amazing and very interesting. You are one most fantastic young lady. Thanks for sharing and have a wonderful dry day with no wind.

Always impressed by your enthusiasm even under the worst conditions! Loved the shot of the kestrel riding the wind at 5:55.

Cuddled up in the wind and rain, nice. 🙂 Thank you for the video.

You have come up with the perfect formula for your videos. All of them. Congratulations, I am a huge fan.

Thanks Claire!🌻🐌

I have never seen any one test a Tent like you did.. Fantastic.....

Still my favourite youtube camper , can't break that smile off your face no matter the trials or the weather , some girl claire beare 👏👏👏🙏

Brilliant test Claire! Thank you so much for putting yourself and the Durston through this! It's given me confidence that my own Xmid1 will serve me well on the Trotternish ridge (and beyond!) this coming march/April. Much respect to you! ❤

I thoroughly enjoy your videos, and you. And am constantly amazed at your persistence in what appears to be more rainy/windy conditions than not. Bravissima!

Great job as usual! You are my savoir.. So relaxing! StaySafe Claire! ..follow your heart..

It's a great wee tent. So glad I bought mine. And I love the bulldog clip tip for holding the door open!

So many choices Claire, but you doing this testing is a great help for so many of us! Really impressed by this Durston X Mid ! Nice going- for many of us who are fine with the color, this is a great win! Thanks for being so supportive 🏃‍♀️🌿🧘🏼🙏

@maxdjango4204

4 ай бұрын

just get the xmid solid. it has a really nice green color

Claire you are one brave and tough woman!! Going out in some of the worse conditions and coming out strong!💪 That was amazing to watch under such windy weather!⛺️cool!! Good fun to watch! You had me dancin at the end!! lol 🤣 I loved it! Thank you for taking us along with you! 🚙take care!💜🥰 don’t work too hard and have a wonderful weekend!! ❤️🥰😇🙏🏼

Thank you for the lovely video, Claire Beare!🐻🌲.♥️ from the snowy Pacific Northwest,US!

... wow ... gutsy little tent 🌬️⛺ ... well done testing it to the max ... now looking into getting one myself ... have a healthy wealthy and fun-filled 2024 🎉 ... stay safe and well and above all keep smiling 😃

I think I love wild beare, beautiful, vibrant, adventurous,a special person x

I'm impresssed by the tent and also by your fair test! Thanks for the thoroughness. The binder clip to hold the door open is smart!

thank you for creating these videos always the best distraction on bad days

A straight forward test, thanks. You have some of the most scenic landscapes a truly beautiful place rain or shine.

What an excellent test: well done and it gives so much confidence to prospective purchasers of the Durston X Mid.

New Sub, your so authentic and genuine! I truly enjoy your videos. Love from Canada 🎉

You are one hell of a ballsy lady Claire . Love your video's and your cheerful come what may attitude at what nature throws at you .

Ordered this tent this morning and can't wait to try it out.

Words cannot describe how bold Claire is in her presentations ❤

great video again, really enjoyed seeing how x-mid 1 handled the rough weather.

Awe, the sacrifices you make for your viewers is absolutely astonishing. You are literally puting yourself in harms way with adverse weather conditions and all. You deserve a medal for that alone. Keep up the fantastic work. Much love and light. Paul. 🥰😇

This video was one of your most nail biting Claire 🥶 I’m so glad you and the x-mid came out in one piece 🎉 You are easily the most rugged camper ever! Keep em coming

Thank you so much for testing. I hate wasting money and finding out at the wrong time that a product is failing. You're the Best! Much respect from your friends in Florida! 🌴

At last somebody had storm tested this iconic tent. Thanks - great vid

Another great vid in me back garden 😊 brilliant claire made of some serious stuff you 👌

This was perfect! I’ve long been curious about the strength of these tents but you’re the ONLY KZreadr who camps in truly strong winds and this was the best wind test on the durston xmid. Thank you so much! Hope to watch you use it a lot more.

At the moment I'm more into camping, and therefore I didn’t need trekking poles yet. But I’m very very interested in hiking. Seeing this tent in such weather really is pretty impressive. Thank you for your review in such conditions!

I can't think of a better way to actually test a tent, in these conditions. What a testament to the quality you've been able to find in this pack-tent. Good on you for going the extra for this test. Loved it.

Well tested Claire. 8 hours sleep is amazing in all that wind noise.

Wow! Loved your review video and look forward to more!!! Nice job🎉

Awesome review. I have this tent, but have only had it out for an overnighter in mild weather. I appreciate your going out in harsh weather to test gear. I feel much better about taking this tent out on multi-day trips now. Thanks

Pretty darn impressive how well the tent did Overnight. But then the next day hit and I'll be damn. The tent held. Impressed. Great content.

Amazing and fearless you are so brave love it

Good fun. Thank you wild one! Love.

That's an amazing tent test Claire!

Looks excellent! The tent, too! 😉👍🏼

That stood up well, every tried the NatureHike Nebula2. Have had it a few years and used up in Cairngorms in moderate weather in September.

Very cool, best tent yet! Thank you for sharing.

Claire, you are an amazing person

Bloody hell - you're a magnet for bad weather! That was certainly a stiff test of the X Mid - I love mine, though haven't yet given it that sort of abuse!

Great wind test! Thanks for enduring the sufferfest and adventure!

I suggested your videos to people on Quora who are suffering from mental stress and need to get away for awhile. I suggested nature as a low cost high value solution. You have such an appreciation for the simple gifts of being outside in nature. Just watching you, how you move about and deal with problems, lowers stress for us. Cheers, Cliff Wise

Awesome test. I have used the x mid 1 for occasional hikes, have been really impressed.

Got my finger on the button to buy this tent. Stroke of luck that you've done this video so recently! Great to have my decision validated! Thanks!

I love your videos. You have such a wonderful sense of humor 😊

Hi Claire, I’ve got the X-Mid 1 Solid, and absolutely love this tent, I did the SDW in it in October and one night camped on the cliff top in a real wild night of wind (no rain) and the tent held up amazingly well for a trekking pole tent. Fantastic review as always, keep it up girl!

Hi Claire! I'm a camping/outdoors guy. I watch different reputable outdoors people, and the equipment they use. My trail camera broke last Fall, so I needed a new one. I saw that you use the GardePro A3 camera. Decided to get one myself. This is a wonderful trail cam! Easy to operate, great photos and video. I'm very happy with it. Thanks for sharing your adventures, and listing your equipment. Take care and be safe out there! I'll be tuned in!😊

Fantastic content as usual. Never fail to make interesting videos.

Been waiting for someone to test this in a bit of weather, so I was really pleased you did this. Only down side seems to be the magnets.

Thank you Claire!! That was cool 😎. I love your videos. I certainly admire your courage and tenacity. Love from Texas ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

@WildBeare

4 ай бұрын

Helloo, thank you so much, best wishes from UK :D 👋

Great video as always. Love watching from Australia, our conditions are SOOOO different.

Excellent review, leave it to you to find the worst weather. Thank you Claire, stay safe ❤🇺🇸

I love this tent, I had a night on Helvellyn on 11th December, I thought I would have to bail as the wind was so strong, but this tent held up like a boss, so impressed.

I love the expression that "you're doing this so I don't have to.". Yep, my days of rough camping are well and truly over. But I do enjoy the notion of "virtual camping" with you. Best wishes.

I came across your channel over Christmas and I have to say that you have re-invigorated my love of camping as I had just got into the habit of hiking only. I'm also an assistant scout leader and I have been using a number of your videos as example for the scouts that are getting ready for their D of E and King's Scout expeditions. You should look at offering to talk to local groups, not to mention getting your Mountain Leader qualifications, you'd breeze that!

The Alpkit Bigfoot footprint fits like a glove in this tent. It’s so good you’d believe it was the official footprint. And at £25 it’s a bargain. I’d definitely recommend it. And the Durston too, it’s a great tent.

@WildBeare

4 ай бұрын

Ooh really! Good to know, thank you for sharing :D

@UnderTheMegatree

23 күн бұрын

Great tip. Thank you! I just bought an X-Mid 1 solid and the groundsheet was going to be another 75 with VAT and duty. Ouch.

Fantastic review together with the spec clip you did before Claire. It really does seem to answer a lot of the concerns my Lanshan Pro 2 keeps throwing my way

Great vid and its nice a bit of kit that does just what it said on the tin many thanks

Wow. I was preparing to see you fly! Great video!

Tough tent, 💪, keep safe 😊

I had visions of you hangliding down the valley if the tent had come loose. great videos Claire, stay safe. 🪂

Claire your passion for the outside world Mother Nature is truly inspiring. And it’s wonderful to see ✌️🙏 In this crazy world we are living in at the moment you show us how we can find happiness in my Mother Nature’s company ✌️💙🙏

I’m impressed, what a great little tent. Small, compact, roomy, light weight, water and wind protection. Thanks for sharing, til next time…….

You have come a long way Claire. Your skills are spot on! Well done you! Love your content!!!❤😊

@WildBeare

4 ай бұрын

Thank so much :D

Great vid Claire

Oh, been waiting for this! Thanks for sharing:))

Really excellent review. I like the attention to detail, measuring wind speed and temp as well as with/without lines pegs etc. I watch quite a few reviewers and this is up there with the best. Not too long either. (Must be my OCD lol) well done

Great review! I crack up watching your KZread posts. You always seem to find the most inclement weather to be out and about in. So let’s see, the forecast is for weather that most people would be nice and comfortable in their homes, but not Claire, Claire grabs her backpack, tent and other gear for another adventure in the wild. Makes me wonder why anyone would want to live over there… But your exuberance always puts a smile on my face. Hardly anything puts a damper on our Claire! I look forward to watching your continuing adventures Claire, they never fail to entertain. 🍻😁

Loved the video, you do like to pilut yourself into some interesting situations, like the tarp over the hut night. Keep up the great content, very engaging, entertaining and informative.

That is an amazing tent. Hope you are doing well. Please be careful when testing other tents. Stay well and be safe.

Great video! I just got my X- Mid 2 in the mailbox this week. Can't wait to test it out. Could possibly the best tent I will ever own haha. It's really nice to see how well it holds up in those bad weather conditions :)

I'm impressed! I've always been a bit suspicious of walking pole tents, can't think why now but I'm a convert.