Because I started backpacking with my oldest child(9 years old) I’ve been carrying more gear. I use the durston z-mid 2p, thermorest short pad for her, ov quilt(best quilt I’ve ever owned). Due the hauling more gear I use the mystery ranch bridger 65L it hauls heavier weight like a champ. A couple more years and she will be carrying more gear but for now she carries her sleeping bag, layers and some of her water. Thanks for the video.
love watching these videos. interesting to see that backpacking concepts haven't really changed much in my 30+ years of hiking, but the gear keeps getting better and lighter. would be interesting to see a cost breakdown. we all want to drive a lambo but the cost/benefit ratio isn't always there.
My favourite back packing gear is my alton goods titanium grill. My tradition when I head outback is to have a huge cattleman's cuttlet cooked over hot coals. Gets me through the backpacking meals to follow. Oh that would be a cowboy cutlet in the US I think.
Very impressive loadout I have to say. You have put some real thought and time into it. I have the Epix 2 and I have the same dial downloaded as you. Thats the best one I have found.
Pronouncing "salve" like "slave" definitely rose an eyebrow. Almost made me forget how you pronounced Katadyn. But this was a cool video and introduced me to some cool new gear.
yes, its a ointment you rub on your feet, that helps heal and prevent blisters, dry cracked heels, athletes foot and in-grown toe nails and cuts. Its all natural as well. I got wet feet on a hike and developed athlete foot over as few days, and got a ingrown nail. This stuff helped accelerate the healing and if i feel hot spots coming i will rub a bit of this on it and put some lukotape over it. So this stays in my bag.
Great video. Can you offer thoughts on Unbound also serving as a mountaineering pack in snow with ice ax, crampons, helmet, and rope? I’m considering the Unbound 55 for 2-5 night trips with mix of trail hiking and snow\mountaineering. Also considering the Gregory Targhee Fast Track 45 and Gregory Focal 58.
Yes i can give some thoughts. I do think The unbound can serve as a lightweight mountaineering pack. While they dont have a ice axe loop, they incorporated daisy chain loops on the necessary spots so you can add your own, which you can see i have done on my pack. For holding a helmet, that can be done by clipping it to the front loop just under the front stretch pocket. As far as rope carry, the y-strap on top can do that sufficiently, but it might dangle on the sides. There are some bungee compression straps that you could stuff it under and it could work. However, my main concern would be the weight. Since this pack only has one frame stay, i would not load it with any more then 35 lbs. If you need to go more then that because of the equipment i would go with a pack with two frame stays, like the porter. Hope that helps. I will have a full review vid soon on this pack that can go into more detail and show what im talking about, so be on the look out for that.
thanks I'll have to look into that. maybe because it is newer? I have the bear boxer as well. Weighs a bit more and akward shape makes the 425 more appealing for my pack
In the case you already have other backpacks with similar UL backpack design (one big body, 2 side pockets for bottles, 1 front mesh pocket) and volume, do you prefer the Unbound or one of the others? (And why? 😉) Thanks
As far as ul packs I’ve used the waymark evlv, HMG Porter, southwest, and junction. I like all the features of the unbound, but the one thing I don’t like is the main body is a bit narrower then the other HMG packs so the pack is taller yet less wide, given 40 L capacity. I would prefer if they kept it the same width, but it’s a personal preference. They did that I believe to give better weight distribution. They have a new pack called the elevate, but it’s only 22 L. If they could make that 30 or 35 I think that would be my ultimate UL pack
Love the load out! Very dialed in. What are your thoughts so far on the HMG Unbound pack? I ask cuz I just ordered one and it’s gonna be my first Hyperlite product
Thanks for the kind words. I really do enjoy it. There are some pros and cons to it but the pros out weigh the cons. I love the bigger pockets and allows me to access my water bottles a lot easier then my southwest and junction. I also love the food pocket on the bottom. Allows me to access my days worth of food with out having to put down my pack. The only thing I don’t like is it is a bit narrower and taller the the 40L junction and southwest. I wish it was the same width. I’ll be doing a full review vid on it soon, so be on the look out for it
What’s your height and weight? I appreciate the detailed reviews. I’m interested in the Gregory Focal 48. I’m 5’10”, 165lbs. I noticed you were wearing a small, how was the fit on you? Any insight would help.
I have a very similar load out - BUT, i can barely fit my UGQ 20 deg quilt in the large HMG Pod. Sounds like you can fit your entire sleep system. HOW? My quilt is the extended length so that may take up the extra space.
Yes, Its a tight fit but my quilt is regular size not extended in a size that might be why you can’t do it. What I Try to do is I’ll zip the pod a quarter of the way, stuff it, zip a little bit more, then stuff the rest. that seems to help me get everything in
The bearikade has to strap to the top, but i can fit it in vertically if I don’t take a change of cloths, but the pack will be tall. My bear vault 425 fits inside fine though
Fantastic Item$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ Hahaha (I think this Might be the Most expensive Hiking Kit I've ever seen 😎 Super great gear, no doubt, well researched!
I got a whole vid on it coming up in a few weeks but here are a few pros and cons. The side pockets are great and can fit a more and it’s easier to get out water bottles. The snack pocket on the bottom make it easier to access snacks and you can eat while you hike. I really like the stretch front pocket too. It can fit a lot yet conceal your stuff. Seams on the outside and taped when is more waterproof then previous packs. Cons; it narrows near the top so you can put more in the bottom then u can at the top which limits putting a bear canister in it so would have strap it on top. Where the sw and junction is one even tube. Also on stay in the back as opposed to 2 so when u have a heavy load the weight could feel not as distributed to your hips as the others.
My double rainbow li got smothered to the ground in the Winds. I had all 4 corner stakes under multiple heavy rocks it just couldn't handle the wind blowing down or under it. Broke 3 sections of the carbon fiber pole. I've just realized the trekking pole tents are superior at shedding serious wind and snow. I bought the double rainbow li under the impression that it is made in the us but its not, so there's that too.
if i expect winds i always guy out the center pole. i have had it in severe storm winds and no breakage. If you need a more rubust pole, you can get the regular Double rainbow pole and it gives it more rstability and support. As far as trekking pole tent, i would say that depends. If it is a tipi style like hmg mids then yes i agree, but if its like the duplex i disagree. ive had that in winds and it doesnt hold a candle to the double rainbow
@@BackcountryRenegade it was in wind River mountains. 60 mph winds. We had ,4 free standing tents 3 were big Agnes, the tarptent held up longest before being smothered to the ground. Wind was primarily blowing down on the tent or sides. My durston x mid 2p had no problem in the same exact spot a couple of years before. And yes a duplex may not be the best design, x mid allows you to pitch it almost flush with the ground so it works pretty well in high winds if you are pitching in a flat spot.
Carry a fixed blade dude, they are very lite if you know what to buy. Look up raineier fastpak or a more premium knife "ug tools tiNy" the best of the best hollow titanium handle as strong as full tang ridiculously lite best fixed blade for hikers on planet earth. Both extremely light and functional but the fastpack is hapf the price. You don't need it, till you need it. I don't really get how other ul hikers don't foresee a scenario where you might have to defend yourselves, from wild animals or god forbid.. wild bipeds
Doesn't anyone care about using soft plastic waterbottles such as Smartwater bottles which contain harmful plastic polymers such as BPA, and specifically state they are single use only?
I just found out about the plastic particles through a company who sent me some jackets to review that uses all eco friendly products so now im more aware will play more of a factor in my new load out. What are you using instead?
Sorry to say but I'm getting bored of All those videos with no other interest than listing an endless list of branded gears... There's almost no description on those items and what is your purpose here ? Get attention from all those costy brandmakers to be monetized ? 🫤
what is your favorite piece of backpacking gear and why cant you leave it behind?
Swedish cloth is a must for me! Never used anything better for condensation.
You’re mistaken, the bear boxer bear canister is the cheapest and lightest option.
My ultralight carbon trekking umbrella I love it
A kelly kettle
My chair cause there nothing better than along day hiking, eating your food near the fire in the chair!
Great gear, great organization, I really dig how dialed your storage methods are as well. Those hyperlite pod bags are sick.
thanks! yes they really make optimizing gear and organizing simple and easy while giving some structure
Because I started backpacking with my oldest child(9 years old) I’ve been carrying more gear. I use the durston z-mid 2p, thermorest short pad for her, ov quilt(best quilt I’ve ever owned). Due the hauling more gear I use the mystery ranch bridger 65L it hauls heavier weight like a champ. A couple more years and she will be carrying more gear but for now she carries her sleeping bag, layers and some of her water. Thanks for the video.
You’re quick to the point and informative. So much better than other lame hiking channels!
thank you, been working at being quicker as I go.
Liked what I saw in your video. It appears you use a lot of reasonable gear without that gear having to be the most expensive. Really impressive.
Possible best gear vid in category.Instant sub 👍🏻
Tanks so much! Welcome!
Great vid. ⛺👍☀️
Glad you enjoyed it
love watching these videos. interesting to see that backpacking concepts haven't really changed much in my 30+ years of hiking, but the gear keeps getting better and lighter. would be interesting to see a cost breakdown. we all want to drive a lambo but the cost/benefit ratio isn't always there.
Glad you like it. Yes I have the cost of most of the stuff itemized in my lighter pack in the description
My stepson really loves your gear. Thanks for making this video. Happy trails and stay safe out there.
Awesome, glad he enjoys it. I got a few new things for this year so will be doing an update on some additions!
Nice job on the video👍🏻
Thanks! glad you enjoyed it
My favourite back packing gear is my alton goods titanium grill. My tradition when I head outback is to have a huge cattleman's cuttlet cooked over hot coals. Gets me through the backpacking meals to follow.
Oh that would be a cowboy cutlet in the US I think.
That sounds neat and I’ll have to check out that grill. Sounds like you can cook a lot of good meals with it.
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I have one now. Awesome bit of kit
Very impressive loadout I have to say. You have put some real thought and time into it.
I have the Epix 2 and I have the same dial downloaded as you. Thats the best one I have found.
thank you. yes that dial give me all the info i want with out being overly cluttered. glad you enjoyed the vid
My outdoor vitals pillow ❤ must have , great seat as well
Excellent gear loadout
Thank you, glad you enjoyed it!
Quality stuff man!
thanks, im pretty happy with all this gear so far.
Pronouncing "salve" like "slave" definitely rose an eyebrow. Almost made me forget how you pronounced Katadyn. But this was a cool video and introduced me to some cool new gear.
Nice job, I have a very similar base weight with the junction 40. I look forward to the unbound review.
Great video brotha! Thanks for this
your welcome. thanks for the kind words
@@BackcountryRenegade absolutely!
Informative and beneficial video!👍
Glad it was helpful!
Great setup! I'll share the video over on our FB page
Thank you! Lots of good stuff you guys make, and love my custom food bag and chair bag!
Great gear choices
Glad you like them!
Very great at speaking , I enjoyed your video bud
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it
Maybe I missed it. Would love to see you wearing/carrying all that
I'm wearing this in my most recent hike vids you can check out. A few more coming soon
Can you expand a little on Green Goo?
yes, its a ointment you rub on your feet, that helps heal and prevent blisters, dry cracked heels, athletes foot and in-grown toe nails and cuts. Its all natural as well. I got wet feet on a hike and developed athlete foot over as few days, and got a ingrown nail. This stuff helped accelerate the healing and if i feel hot spots coming i will rub a bit of this on it and put some lukotape over it. So this stays in my bag.
Great video. Can you offer thoughts on Unbound also serving as a mountaineering pack in snow with ice ax, crampons, helmet, and rope? I’m considering the Unbound 55 for 2-5 night trips with mix of trail hiking and snow\mountaineering. Also considering the Gregory Targhee Fast Track 45 and Gregory Focal 58.
Yes i can give some thoughts. I do think The unbound can serve as a lightweight mountaineering pack. While they dont have a ice axe loop, they incorporated daisy chain loops on the necessary spots so you can add your own, which you can see i have done on my pack. For holding a helmet, that can be done by clipping it to the front loop just under the front stretch pocket. As far as rope carry, the y-strap on top can do that sufficiently, but it might dangle on the sides. There are some bungee compression straps that you could stuff it under and it could work. However, my main concern would be the weight. Since this pack only has one frame stay, i would not load it with any more then 35 lbs. If you need to go more then that because of the equipment i would go with a pack with two frame stays, like the porter. Hope that helps. I will have a full review vid soon on this pack that can go into more detail and show what im talking about, so be on the look out for that.
Just FYI the BV425 isn’t approved for most if not all national parks. Only the BV450 and BV500. If you’re looking for small check out Bear Boxer.
thanks I'll have to look into that. maybe because it is newer? I have the bear boxer as well. Weighs a bit more and akward shape makes the 425 more appealing for my pack
Man they really called it the Culo Clean lol
😂
Nice setup brother 👍
In the case you already have other backpacks with similar UL backpack design (one big body, 2 side pockets for bottles, 1 front mesh pocket) and volume, do you prefer the Unbound or one of the others? (And why? 😉) Thanks
As far as ul packs I’ve used the waymark evlv, HMG Porter, southwest, and junction. I like all the features of the unbound, but the one thing I don’t like is the main body is a bit narrower then the other HMG packs so the pack is taller yet less wide, given 40 L capacity. I would prefer if they kept it the same width, but it’s a personal preference. They did that I believe to give better weight distribution. They have a new pack called the elevate, but it’s only 22 L. If they could make that 30 or 35 I think that would be my ultimate UL pack
Love the load out! Very dialed in. What are your thoughts so far on the HMG Unbound pack?
I ask cuz I just ordered one and it’s gonna be my first Hyperlite product
Thanks for the kind words. I really do enjoy it. There are some pros and cons to it but the pros out weigh the cons. I love the bigger pockets and allows me to access my water bottles a lot easier then my southwest and junction. I also love the food pocket on the bottom. Allows me to access my days worth of food with out having to put down my pack. The only thing I don’t like is it is a bit narrower and taller the the 40L junction and southwest. I wish it was the same width. I’ll be doing a full review vid on it soon, so be on the look out for it
Ohh okay got it, I’ll definitely keep an eye out for it!@@BackcountryRenegade
What kind of bungee cord did you attach to the front of the pack? And where did you get it?
What’s your height and weight? I appreciate the detailed reviews. I’m interested in the Gregory Focal 48. I’m 5’10”, 165lbs. I noticed you were wearing a small, how was the fit on you? Any insight would help.
I’m 5’7 , 140 lbs it fits pretty good I’m in between a small and med but found the med to be a bit less comfortable.
@@BackcountryRenegade thanks for the quick response! Sounds like I better go medium
Great gear load out! thanks for posting this. Question, what size is your Goosefeet down pillow? Medium or large?
Thank you! Mine is a medium, they have a chart to recommend the size you need based on the pillow you have
Hi, do you have a tutorial for the red string how did you do that?
i have a indepth review on this pack coming up, in that vid i will detail how i did it.
Interesting
Dude that bag for tent is HUUUUGE
haha wait for the 2024 update....
I have a very similar load out - BUT, i can barely fit my UGQ 20 deg quilt in the large HMG Pod. Sounds like you can fit your entire sleep system. HOW? My quilt is the extended length so that may take up the extra space.
Yes, Its a tight fit but my quilt is regular size not extended in a size that might be why you can’t do it. What I Try to do is I’ll zip the pod a quarter of the way, stuff it, zip a little bit more, then stuff the rest. that seems to help me get everything in
@@BackcountryRenegade I do the same and there is no way I am getting anything but my bag in the pod. I do love my UGQ !
One question…..how long is the handle on your tooth brush?
It’s about 2.5 inches. Enough to grip it between your thumb and index finger
I would loose that spinning set up and go with a Tenkara rod. Check out Dragontail.
ive been in contact with them, working on getting the the beartooth
How does that pack do with a bear canister? Do you put the Berikade inside or strap it on the outside?
The bearikade has to strap to the top, but i can fit it in vertically if I don’t take a change of cloths, but the pack will be tall. My bear vault 425 fits inside fine though
Fantastic Item$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ Hahaha (I think this Might be the Most expensive Hiking Kit I've ever seen 😎 Super great gear, no doubt, well researched!
Totally agree! Thankfully i didnt have to pay for all of this.
Also i bought a burna LE, gonna push A.T. til Thanksgiving, hope you dont find me, i shoot then ask
Can you provide pros and cons of your hyperlite unbound 40? I am still hesitant on buying it.
I got a whole vid on it coming up in a few weeks but here are a few pros and cons. The side pockets are great and can fit a more and it’s easier to get out water bottles. The snack pocket on the bottom make it easier to access snacks and you can eat while you hike. I really like the stretch front pocket too. It can fit a lot yet conceal your stuff. Seams on the outside and taped when is more waterproof then previous packs.
Cons; it narrows near the top so you can put more in the bottom then u can at the top which limits putting a bear canister in it so would have strap it on top. Where the sw and junction is one even tube.
Also on stay in the back as opposed to 2 so when u have a heavy load the weight could feel not as distributed to your hips as the others.
Was that a Monty Python song? Nice to know they are still appreciated by young people.
This channel needs more subs 🎟️ Great content, thanks. I’ve made purchase decisions based on jacket reviews.
Thanks for the kind words! Yes I agree 😉
My double rainbow li got smothered to the ground in the Winds. I had all 4 corner stakes under multiple heavy rocks it just couldn't handle the wind blowing down or under it. Broke 3 sections of the carbon fiber pole. I've just realized the trekking pole tents are superior at shedding serious wind and snow. I bought the double rainbow li under the impression that it is made in the us but its not, so there's that too.
if i expect winds i always guy out the center pole. i have had it in severe storm winds and no breakage. If you need a more rubust pole, you can get the regular Double rainbow pole and it gives it more rstability and support. As far as trekking pole tent, i would say that depends. If it is a tipi style like hmg mids then yes i agree, but if its like the duplex i disagree. ive had that in winds and it doesnt hold a candle to the double rainbow
@@BackcountryRenegade it was in wind River mountains. 60 mph winds. We had ,4 free standing tents 3 were big Agnes, the tarptent held up longest before being smothered to the ground. Wind was primarily blowing down on the tent or sides. My durston x mid 2p had no problem in the same exact spot a couple of years before.
And yes a duplex may not be the best design, x mid allows you to pitch it almost flush with the ground so it works pretty well in high winds if you are pitching in a flat spot.
Carry a fixed blade dude, they are very lite if you know what to buy. Look up raineier fastpak or a more premium knife "ug tools tiNy" the best of the best hollow titanium handle as strong as full tang ridiculously lite best fixed blade for hikers on planet earth. Both extremely light and functional but the fastpack is hapf the price. You don't need it, till you need it. I don't really get how other ul hikers don't foresee a scenario where you might have to defend yourselves, from wild animals or god forbid.. wild bipeds
Oh you have the bug out.. not bad but terrible if you had to stab something
The absolute best hiking knife of all time is the ug tools tiNy, comes in amazing supersteel too.
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My Pillow go anywhere
Doesn't anyone care about using soft plastic waterbottles such as Smartwater bottles which contain harmful plastic polymers such as BPA, and specifically state they are single use only?
I just found out about the plastic particles through a company who sent me some jackets to review that uses all eco friendly products so now im more aware will play more of a factor in my new load out. What are you using instead?
If you keep them out of the sun or heat they don't leech too much bpa
No
4000$ to walk around in the woods and camp is a absolute robbery.
Sorry to say but I'm getting bored of All those videos with no other interest than listing an endless list of branded gears...
There's almost no description on those items and what is your purpose here ? Get attention from all those costy brandmakers to be monetized ? 🫤
wow bro 1000 miles XD
all these trips add up bro xD
@@BackcountryRenegade How many total vertical feet?