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what map did you use to navigate the trail?

I was hopeing it was gonna be more alpaca and less polyester. Polyester makes me itch to death.

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thank you!

Not an accurate video description, nor a true base weight. And judging by all the extra explanation this dude has had to do seems like a bunch of things were conveniently left off for purposes of impressing a group.

Sadly Ohio does have a wide range of temperature.

Which of the three is the lightest? Very concerned with weight of my overall pack, and every ounce counts. Thanks

I went to Denali in July 2023. This hike was incredible as was climbing Mt. Healy. Wonderful to see it again - thanks for sharing.

Super helpful about the bear can couldn’t find that answer anywhere 😊

I walked here but went the opposite way at the bus drop off, it was insane

Are they both original foot bed?

It is great to see a video of someone backpacking this trail. I am hoping to do it as it is just a unique trail. Do you know if you can just set your tent up anywhere along the trail? Also, I only have enough time to do about 45 miles. Is there a section that you would recommend? Thanks!

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From that same paring lot there are some far superior options including the Douglas trail up to Eagles point or the trail to Copperas Falls. Osborne Bend is always muddy up there on that ridge.

They raised their prices and it's just not worth it anymore at this point.

Oh no offence taken. I heard 40ozs is a lot and I thought wth. My big 75L pack is 5lbs and my zero bag is 4. Just those two items is half the weight I usually carry. But my 5 days on the AT at 25lbs I think is fairly good. My tent is by Lanshan. Perfect summer tent. I haven't had it in the rain yet.

My base weight is, I think, around 7lbs. Of course that is warm weather backpacking. I did 5 days on the AT and had 25lbs.

It’s neat to see the Helium, that normally can be found for under $100.. up against something as good as a Visp.

I just got mine and wore it last night (like others, ~ 30f) with a cashmere sweater and regular shirt (no baselayer). I thought that was about as cold as I'd want to go without a true base layer and maybe a bit more thermal work on my part. It'd be nice for something this light to keep me warm (walking) down to 5-10f without a base layer but I guess I'm dreaming

Good video, but kind of misleading. You have a light base weight for sure, but it’s not going to be anywhere close to 6.5 pounds in reality. You didn’t list a phone or charging equipment. No pot or stove. No hygiene kit. No poop kit. Your wool shirt by itself is almost a pound, and that’s gonna live in your pack 95% of the time. I think you’re dreaming a little bit.

However, how warm is it without layering? I have a smart wool jacket I use as a base layer. Presently, the coldest weather I have had is 30 F. I have worn only the jacket on a 5 mile walk with just a Buffalo Gear wind shirt. It was surprisingly warm.

Hi is rhe puffer a standard fit or more slim athletic fit?

How is drying? Does it dry quickly?

How are you claiming this is 'ethical' when it's from an animal...

cook?

Did my AT thru hike this year and that Base Weight is darn impressive. I started Feb 16 with a base weight of 12lbs. One liter Smart Water bottle 2.2lbs, and three days of food at six pounds. Obviously, as I got trail legs, revamped my food supply, and sent home the warmer clothes my packed lighten up a bit but I think it hovered consistently at 24-25lbs after a resupply. I don’t see any trail videos, did you complete your hike?

Really like your gear load out.

I got the 20° Bandit. Mine is long wide and no taper. I love it, but my one complaint is that it's a little bulky when I'm packing. The stuff sack is too large for my liking. I am considering using a heavier compression sack that allows me to pack it smaller. I opted for the 850 down. Wondering if I should have waited and gone for the 950 down. I am glad I opted for the larger size. I toss and turn and I'm just under 6' and not slim.

How far was the campsite up the trail?

Between the hoodie and vida which one is warmer?

Do you know what the jacket weighs?

For a pad you want a wider quilt. Regular width is intended for use with a hammock where you have an under quilt cocooning you from underneath.

Thank you for the helpful review. I have had my eye on paka apparel for awhile now and this has helped me choose.

My wife & I are backpacking the Knobstone, one section at a time. We're 70ish, and one section at a time is enough for us. We enjoy and appreciate your videos on this trail. Very informative. I do have a question: In your opinion, does it matter if we backpack South, Leota to New Chapel, or North, New Chapel to Leota? Thanks for your opinion.

What was the distance from Bison Way to whittleton?

That’s so funny you are carrying a pump. I have a base weight about 20 lbs and a pump isn’t even in my radar in terms of things I’d like to carry. We all pack our own fears and we all have different priorities in regards to luxury items. 👍🏼🦶

Doing this trail this weekend so excited

where on the trail

Nice review. Thank you. What made you get the zippered bag over a quilt? What size Uberlite pad is that?

Uhhh... are you wearing an "Ark Encounter" hat? What's with that?

Appalachian Gear company has 100% alpaca wool clothing if you need ttge extra performance provided by the wool:

Great breakdown! No stove or cooking system?

What size are you? Stats?

I'd walk this with you

kill the music

I have the same bag, except in orange. It was added to my sleeping bag fleet this past summer. I used it on a thru-hike of the Uinta Highline Trail in Utah where we stayed above 10k feet for the entire 8-day hike. Even though the hike was in June, I too found this bag to be very warm on those 30 deg Utah nights. I additionally own a Zpacks 10deg over-filled sleeping bag that I am extremely confident with it in the backcountry! Enjoyed your detailed review. JBEN⚡️HIKES

Hi Steven, what map did you use, paper or mobile? I'm wanting to section hike the buckeye trail.

Thank you for your honest and helpful review!

Im 5.9 and 162lbs do you think I can get away with a S size ? I like athletic fit and the reviews on their page say they run relaxed /loose fit (?) usually I’m between S and M in hoodies . How much does it weight ? The crew . Im not liking the hood , it’s just bulk and weight I will use the hood of my sunhoodie underneath and/or my beenie :) Thank you for your help

Rain jacket and cold weather gear come out to close to if not over 2lbs and you have it listed at 1.18lbs? -15 oz Alpaca -7.5 oz Torrid -3? oz Vertice (no weight given) -3.4 oz Pants -1.6 oz Windbreaker =30.5 oz / 1.9lbs