The BEST Backpacking Meal for The Money

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  • Опубликовано: 24 дек 2024

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  • @matts2594
    @matts2594 7 месяцев назад +44

    One of my favorites: mixed nuts and a little beef jerky. 4 oz of the nuts plus 2 oz beef jerky = 820 calories, 63g fat, 1400mg sodium and 42g protein. *ZERO* water required to rehydrate, and *ZERO* minutes of prep time.

    • @rangerdoc1029
      @rangerdoc1029 7 месяцев назад +1

      Good choice. And Trail friendly poops

    • @BeefNEggs057
      @BeefNEggs057 7 месяцев назад

      Stay away from almonds. They’re toxic like crazy. Oxylates and cyanide. Terrible for kidneys and brains and eyes. Nuts are not in my diet at all.

    • @BeefNEggs057
      @BeefNEggs057 7 месяцев назад

      @@rangerdoc1029 You’re really obsessed. Less fiber and more fat. It’s opposite of the general recommendation to eat more fiber. Fiber constipates. Fat makes things move. As usual just do opposite of whatever a doctor tells you. Eat fatty red meat and don’t eat vegetables. Superhero feeling better than ever.

    • @missourimongoose8858
      @missourimongoose8858 7 месяцев назад +3

      You should try biltong sometime, its south african jerky but they do it a different way

    • @taliesinangling3564
      @taliesinangling3564 7 месяцев назад +2

      Wish my jaw would tolerate that😂

  • @PapaBoiOutdoors
    @PapaBoiOutdoors 7 месяцев назад +10

    I absolutely LOVE the Peak meals and used them exclusively on my CT through hike. I also like to add olive oil or Ghee to any meal that does not have enough fat. Fat is the best calorie to weight ratio there is and my body is use to using fat for fuel. Thanks for another great video Darwin!!!

    • @helpfulcommenter
      @helpfulcommenter 7 месяцев назад +2

      I stumbled on to a stash of those individual olive oil packets in a hiker box on the PCT and it was a game changer for me

  • @26parma
    @26parma 7 месяцев назад +61

    The Peak Refuel Sweet Pork & Rice in a tortilla is an amazing burrito on the trail too.

  • @laidbacktraveler2580
    @laidbacktraveler2580 7 месяцев назад +2

    After a plethora of various camping meal packets over the decades - I find Peak to be one of the best and also when use of fresh food is limited on a trip, even keep a couple in my travel pack for non-camping trips as well for the times when I get in late somewhere and there is nothing open!

  • @takehikes
    @takehikes 7 месяцев назад +9

    I've been eating backpacking meals since the 60's. At this point many offer greeat taste compared to then believe me. To get rid of the packaging is easy. I repackage a serving in to a PINT, that right PINT, sized freezer bag. You then mix and eat in that bag as it can stand up to boiling water. I made a custom sized heating pouch out of aluminum bubble-foil-bubble wrap and aluminum tape. Boilingwater in to bag, stir gently, put in warming bag and wait. clean up is rolling the pint bag up and putting it in the one from the night before. Simple, clean and no dishes of any kind.

    • @tgeliot
      @tgeliot 5 месяцев назад

      Where do you find pint size freezer bags?

    • @takehikes
      @takehikes 5 месяцев назад

      Online.

    • @nancyst.john-smith3891
      @nancyst.john-smith3891 4 месяца назад +2

      I called Ziplock to ask if their freezer bags were safe for Girl Scouts to use for boing omelets in.” NO. Freezer bags’ plasticizers are not thermally stable” plasticizers are hormone disrupters, hence children start puberty younger than before plasticizers were used. So, use a bag meant for heat. Slow cooker bags. Sous vide bags, microwave bags, steaming bags, etc.

  • @ryanhooper4660
    @ryanhooper4660 7 месяцев назад +9

    That Farm to Summit chili is wonderful! The cornbread ends up being very moist and a nice touch.

    • @shaggyterrell8460
      @shaggyterrell8460 7 месяцев назад +1

      I agree, that chili kicks if you bring some hot sauce!

    • @ryanhooper4660
      @ryanhooper4660 7 месяцев назад

      @@shaggyterrell8460 now I'm hungry for chili

  • @mattkissel5112
    @mattkissel5112 7 месяцев назад +6

    If you haven't tried Pack it Gourmet, you are missing out. The Texas State Fair Chili is amazing. We have been known to break into the stash and eat it for dinner or during a game. They have some really good meals.

  • @MousesAdventures
    @MousesAdventures 7 месяцев назад +12

    I discovered Heather’s Choice on a section hike a few years ago. It’s a cottage company out of Alaska. Her “Packaroons” are awesome. I pack the espresso ones. For meals, Bison Chili, shepherd’s pie, and salmon chowder are all favorites.

    • @RangerTam
      @RangerTam 7 месяцев назад

      I just found those at the grand opening of the local REI! Can't wait to try the two I picked up, the salmon chowder was one of them.

  • @Karen-dq8nw
    @Karen-dq8nw 6 месяцев назад +1

    Another vote for Packit Gourmet. Since Food for the Sole closed down, Packit is now my fav backpacking meal company. But I don't look at the same metrics as you; I look at whether or not it tastes good, because I lose my appetite when I'm backpacking. I won't eat at all if the food turns off my taste buds. I quickly lose weight and get depleted of energy, so good taste is everything.

  • @benjamintrivett3675
    @benjamintrivett3675 7 месяцев назад +10

    Peak Refuel is my go to meals. When it comes to taste. Red pepper packets from Pizza Hut are also a must have, along with olive oil packet from Amazon.

    • @missourimongoose8858
      @missourimongoose8858 7 месяцев назад

      I just tried powdered siracha from garage grown gear and it was pretty awesome

  • @oldschooljeremy8124
    @oldschooljeremy8124 7 месяцев назад +3

    Yes! I rotate through 3 different Peak Refuel meals, pretty much the only ones I ever use.

  • @kevinfredericks3237
    @kevinfredericks3237 7 месяцев назад +9

    Packet Gourmet’s meals have become my go to apart from dehydrating my own. Ditties Chicken and dumplings Texas State Fair Chile good dinners. West Memphis Grits and polenta with pork sausage killer breakfasts nice chant from oatmeal

    • @swcollector5921
      @swcollector5921 7 месяцев назад

      I was hoping to hear a review on this as well.

    • @kevinfredericks3237
      @kevinfredericks3237 4 месяца назад

      Sorry meant Dotties Chicken and Dumplings; nice change from ….

  • @Away.Aweigh.A.Way.
    @Away.Aweigh.A.Way. 7 месяцев назад +16

    My absolute fav backpacking meal is a Peak Refuel Butternut Dal Bhat, a king size Snickers, and a watermelon LMNT. Delicious and about 10 oz for roughly 1300 calories. I never really pay too much attention to sodium level in my backpacking food. More electrolytes the better.

  • @russellmoore8187
    @russellmoore8187 3 месяца назад +1

    I was cold and hungry at the time, but Peak Refuel's "Backcountry Bison Bowl" is so far the most delicious freeze-dried meal I've ever eaten.

  • @dustyc324
    @dustyc324 7 месяцев назад +2

    best tasting backpack food is Packit Gourmet, easily. everything from them has been great. as far as metrics go, it feeds me for my short adventures.

  • @cstenbergh
    @cstenbergh 7 месяцев назад +26

    Peak's Chicken Coconut Curry is my favorite with the Chicken Alfredo a close second.

  • @BBQDad463
    @BBQDad463 Месяц назад

    Thank you for this video. Looks like Peak is the way to go. I like to take individual-serving packets of Spam and Salmon along with my freeze-dried meals. I also like to have a jar of peanut butter and a bottle of olive oil. My one great luxury is Starbucks instant coffee packets. I love that extra kick in the morning.

  • @jelliot762
    @jelliot762 6 месяцев назад

    Bingo!!! These are my favorite by far. I got these in Montana a few years ago and so happy REI came to Maine with them!!!

  • @kylecampbell2703
    @kylecampbell2703 7 месяцев назад +15

    Peak Refuel Beef Stroganoff is awesome as well. Give it a try

    • @DarwinOnthetrail
      @DarwinOnthetrail  7 месяцев назад +5

      Everything I've had from them is pretty damn tasty!

    • @kennyobrien
      @kennyobrien 7 месяцев назад +1

      That meal is as good as my scratch-made stroganoff. Add about 1/8 cup more water than the package calls for to make it not quite as thick.

    • @Mr7h21
      @Mr7h21 7 месяцев назад +1

      @@kennyobrien One of my favorites. I add a little garlic. Then it's perfect.

    • @euphonek
      @euphonek 7 месяцев назад +1

      Agreed! Just ate this one last weekend for the first time..👍

  • @SGM97B
    @SGM97B 2 месяца назад

    I mix my own muesli-like cereal mix with nuts and dried fruit for breakfast. I mix vanilla protein mix with water for the "milk". Lunch is chunky peanut butter with dried apples on tortilla shells for lunch. With a Snickers bar. Freeze dried meal for super, usually with another tortilla. I'm not super skinny so massive calories is not required. I want to feel full and i want good flavor.

  • @wolfeadventures
    @wolfeadventures 7 месяцев назад +13

    For a keto option Next Mile Meals are really good. Buffalo Ranch Chicken was tasty. One of the few low carb options I have found.

    • @jprender823
      @jprender823 7 месяцев назад +1

      I like Next Mile also but am getting burned out on them. I'm going to try Adventure Well meals. Another keto focused brand that has a unique variety.

    • @BeefNEggs057
      @BeefNEggs057 7 месяцев назад +2

      Yeah I don’t want my body to feel like an old man again (inflamed and in pain). Staying keto is definitely necessary for physical and mental. Carnivore is even better. Beef never gets old!

    • @wolfeadventures
      @wolfeadventures 6 месяцев назад

      @@jprender823gonna try them out. Thanks.

  • @brenty0man
    @brenty0man 3 месяца назад

    For breakfast I have been blown away by how good the Backpacker's Pantry granola with blueberries, almonds, and milk tasted. Plus 620 calories for breakfast and 16 grams of protein.

  • @mtadams2009
    @mtadams2009 4 месяца назад

    The Peak brand is my favorite. I think they have the highest calorie to weight ratio and they taste good. It’s pretty much the only brand I use. It’s good to see you stopped cold soaking. Take care

  • @drasticbread249
    @drasticbread249 7 месяцев назад +11

    Peak Chicken Pesto Pasta is my favorite. I carry a tube with a few seasonings with me, and with some MSG and pepper added this meal is actually delicious.

    • @matthewpulliam7473
      @matthewpulliam7473 7 месяцев назад +2

      My kids ask for the Peak CPP *at home* for dinner. Who would have guessed? :)

    • @mikekristin7201
      @mikekristin7201 4 месяца назад +1

      I love pesto and my family doesn't. I'm leaving next week for a section hike of the north country trail. I haven't done dehydrated in years. Going to grab this one because of you 🤙

    • @drasticbread249
      @drasticbread249 4 месяца назад

      @@mikekristin7201 Awesome, I first had that meal on the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore which is part of the NCT!

  • @limbsoup
    @limbsoup 7 месяцев назад +13

    My favorite is Next Mile Meals. Amazing low-carb/keto meals. They all have like 40-50g of protein and 20 to 30g of fat, and under 10 carbs. They're around 150 cal / oz. (And their sausage scramble breakfast is 176 cal / oz.) And they are DELICIOUS.

    • @jprender823
      @jprender823 7 месяцев назад

      I like them also but am getting burned out on the flavors. I'm going to try Adventure Well next. Another keto focused brand with a unique variety.

    • @yungsmile7546
      @yungsmile7546 5 месяцев назад +1

      Man, you guys on this keto bandwagon shouldn't go backpacking. High carbs is at the top of the list.

    • @jprender823
      @jprender823 5 месяцев назад +1

      @@yungsmile7546 generally speaking, yes. But once your body is used to burning fats as its primary fuel source, not so much. I triple crowned while on Keto and my food weight was easily half of traditional stuff and with a higher and more dense calorie count.

    • @sarahjarrett2155
      @sarahjarrett2155 3 месяца назад

      Love Next Mile Meals! Keto for 6 years. No carb cravings and better health.

  • @Timeren2010
    @Timeren2010 5 месяцев назад +1

    I doubt you can get them in the US, but for Scandinavians (Europeans?), the very very best of freezedried meals i've ever had are the Norway based Real Turmat. They are precooked, taste awesome when you consider what it is, come in packs that are already vacuum sealed to remove air. Hard to beat, but probably on the expensive side.?

  • @jerryfife2015tacoma
    @jerryfife2015tacoma 7 месяцев назад

    I've heard the reason Peak don't use as much water as others is because they don't use fillers in there meals so cuts down on the amount of water to use. The more filleres used the more water it takes. And Fuel is my favorite meals to use and the one you showed is my absolute favorite, the Chicken Alfredo I take that one when I go hiking or backpacking every time, great video , it was awesome.

  • @Cherijo78
    @Cherijo78 7 месяцев назад +2

    It doesn't compete on stats, but for flavor On a basic ditch backpack trip, the Mountain House pro pack spaghetti with meat sauce is my personal absolute go-to. 500cal/3.8oz. It's filling and comforting. We keep these around the house as well for emergency food such as in an extended power outage, and everyone enjoys them.
    For a cold meal, I'm a fan of the mountain house granola with blueberries. 500cal/4oz. I can just slap some water in it, mix it up and eat it. The powdered milk in it is pretty passable to me. Sure, I could make my own by buying powdered milk, granola, and freeze-dried fruit... But That's a fair amount of extra work if I'm just going out for a quickie, when I can just grab one of these. And again, I keep these around as emergency food as well because they're super simple and tasty. This is actually one that I keep in the car when driving over mountain passes in the winter for extra food in case we get stuck on the pass for hours.

    • @brenty0man
      @brenty0man 3 месяца назад

      The granola with blueberries is mind-blowingly good. It's amazing warmed up.

  • @Andyhikes3838
    @Andyhikes3838 3 месяца назад +1

    Jupiter's cold beans actually taste the best to me. Especially if you add fretos, cheese and throw it on a tortilla.

  • @taylordeem2962
    @taylordeem2962 7 месяцев назад +1

    Backpacker's Pantry Mushroom Stroganoff is my go to. So good and filling.

  • @alexicon_
    @alexicon_ 3 месяца назад

    mountain house- biscuits and gravy!
    while this meal really doesn't come close to the caloric density of the ones you discussed, i'm a suuuuuuuuper picky eater - and it's been a big problem for me to get calories i want to eat at all on trail.. so finding a flavor that i could consume (and even enjoy!) was a game changer for me.
    def going to look into the flavors/brands listed here, hope i can find something palatable among them! thanks for the video!

  • @zakkmiller8242
    @zakkmiller8242 7 месяцев назад

    The Peak Refuel strawberry granola is my fav breakfast food. Its so good I eat it off the trail too lol! Great video Darwin, and im so glad youre back, and back with sponsors. If anybody deserves to make some cheddar doing this, its you man. I remember hearing all the passive aggressive shots taken at the tubers who worked with sponsors and it always broke my heart because I love all you guys equally! Looking forward to the new videos bro. I hope you get this bag!

  • @TimWrite
    @TimWrite 7 месяцев назад +2

    Great choice!! Peak is a great meal that I had once on the trail and I was secretly hoping that you would name it the winner! I’m amazed it is! ❤🎉

  • @LeviBoldt
    @LeviBoldt 7 месяцев назад +1

    In the backcountry, I'm all about breakfast. Best is Peak Refuel Biscuits & Sausage Gravy. I take it on every trip.

  • @claesweicher223
    @claesweicher223 7 дней назад

    If you can get your hands on it, then i highly recommend the brand 'Turmat'. A bit pricey, but feels and taste like a proper meal that doesn't feel or taste like it was freeze dried to start with.

  • @Rydoge7
    @Rydoge7 7 месяцев назад +2

    What most people don’t know is you can order the mountain house meals in BULK. They come in metal cans and I just scoop out as much as I need into a reuseable baggie.
    Only downside is you’re stuck with 7 servings of whatever you got until it’s gone.

    • @Colby168
      @Colby168 7 месяцев назад

      I think I compared the bulk can price to individual packs and per ounce it was actually less to buy the individual packs. I can’t remember what I was comparing but I was surprised. I think it was the bacon and eggs.

    • @helpfulcommenter
      @helpfulcommenter 7 месяцев назад

      Most people do know that lol. But also most people with tastebuds and a normal gastrointestinal system would never do that to their bodies.

  • @BrokenBackMountains
    @BrokenBackMountains 7 месяцев назад +7

    Over in Europe I would go for either Real Turmat or Bla. Band.
    If you can get the Real Turmat Arctic rations you will get the taste, the calories and a decent portion.

    • @Timeren2010
      @Timeren2010 5 месяцев назад +2

      I second Real Turmat, the best taste of any I ever tried. Somewhat expensive though.

  • @DPM-dp9on
    @DPM-dp9on 6 месяцев назад

    Couldn’t agree more with Peak 2. Great choice. I then pack large Snickers as my pick me up on the move.

  • @eaferstl
    @eaferstl 7 месяцев назад +1

    Totally agree, love peak refuel! My fav is their chicken pesto pasta though 😎

  • @travischapman6763
    @travischapman6763 3 месяца назад

    I’m cheap so I just go with mountain house, but o always turn down the water. They always want 2ish cups but I get just fine with 1 cup or so. Also makes it easier to eat sooner as I can’t take scalding hot meals.

  • @alaskaraftconnection-alask3397
    @alaskaraftconnection-alask3397 7 месяцев назад

    Here at Alaska Raft Connection, Peak Refuel is the go-to. Fly-out remote destination rafting float trips statewide can run mild to wild on multiday river adventures. Peak Refuel is a premier quality company and product. Meals have great ingredients, well thought out, with attention to detail, highest Q/C, and most certainly high card of overall value to cost. As an outfitter and guide this is what I use most nowadays as well as going solo. A favorite is Sweet Pork & Rice. Additional note: meal size, prep, calories per package are game changers. Food for thought: wild-game meals like bison, venison, & elk are great!!!

  • @mab0852
    @mab0852 7 месяцев назад +2

    Peak for ease and flavor (try their wild game offerings), diy freeze dried for value. One other thing I do is to take freeze dried ingredients and mix/match/make the meal I want on the trail. I really wish some of these companies would just come out with freeze dried sauces so we could do our own thing closer to real cooking on the trail.

  • @moyashisoba
    @moyashisoba 7 месяцев назад +2

    You Americans have such great vegetarien freeze dried meals. At least they sound awesome. One day I will fly into the US and buy them all.

  • @buxtond
    @buxtond 7 месяцев назад +3

    I like tortillas and a bag of cooked beans. Thanks for sharing your fav. I need to check those out.

  • @vividgraff8057
    @vividgraff8057 7 месяцев назад +5

    Peak biscuit and gravy is so good

  • @brookvalley907
    @brookvalley907 7 месяцев назад +2

    Agree Peak Refuel is the best that I have tried.

  • @HorizonHikes
    @HorizonHikes 7 месяцев назад

    Peak refuel biscuits and sausage gravy! 1100 calories at 6.8 oz and only takes 8 oz of water! Honorable mention to probably my overall favorite right now the peak refuel butternut dal bhat. Not quite as calorie efficient (870 calories for 5.8 oz) but one of the best tasting backpacking meals I’ve ever had!

  • @DrJohn493
    @DrJohn493 6 месяцев назад

    Just in time to help me plan my camping and backpacking menus for my Summer of '24 Colorado fly fishing pilgrimage. Peak, Trailtopia, and a few selections from Packit Gourmet have been my go to meals for a few years now. Will look forward to giving Farm to Summit and Pinnacle a try this summer. Thanks for the reviews!

  • @MountainBoppin
    @MountainBoppin 7 месяцев назад

    A combination of premade and homemade is the trick for me, variety is that spice for life

  • @KenFernbach
    @KenFernbach 7 месяцев назад

    Big fan of pad Thai- really good post of the meals worth going for! Glad to have found this- you are greatly appreciated Darwin! 🚴🏼‍♂️🌱🌿🧘🏼🙏

  • @VentureOutside
    @VentureOutside 7 месяцев назад

    The Peak Refuel Beef Stroganoff, you are right, their water ratios are always spot on, and the noodles are never crunchy. Plus the taste is really enjoyable.

  • @MikeY-zm8xw
    @MikeY-zm8xw 7 месяцев назад +4

    Stowaway gourmet wild boar bacon bean stew . A bit expensive but my favorite . It’s one I could eat every night on trail .

  • @HuskyMike
    @HuskyMike 7 месяцев назад +1

    Love the Peak Refuel meals for all the reasons you've stated. I wish they sold them in smaller/ single serve packets. I don't finish them. I usually only go on single overnights so the rest is wasted. I've split them in half using a ziploc, but don't hike enough and always end up wondering if the repackaged half of the meal has gone bad.

    • @sherryzee2634
      @sherryzee2634 7 месяцев назад +1

      I rarely eat a whole meal at one sitting but eat the rest for breakfast or lunch. If it's good hot, it's usually good later and chillier too. I like a good lunch on the trail but won't fix a meal as I do for breakfast and dinner, so leftovers are fantastic.

  • @tamaracheeseman183
    @tamaracheeseman183 7 месяцев назад

    We discovered Peak Refuel 2 seasons ago. We love them! However, we are mostly above 10,000 feet in our backpacks. For us, at altitude, it takes longer to rehydrate.

  • @chrisr2925
    @chrisr2925 7 месяцев назад

    Thanks Darwin, I have the Peak Alfredo for my upcoming HST in August. I haven't given the amount of water needed much thought but that's an excellent consideration when dry camping.

  • @muskadobbit
    @muskadobbit 7 месяцев назад

    If you consider the water in the meal in your total water consumption , it doesn’t really matter how much water is required for any particular meal. E.g. If your total water consumption for the day is 2 litres (2000 ml), and you use 500 ml of water for the meal, then you just have to drink 1500 ml more of water to make your required water intake for the day. If the meal requires 700 ml, your other water consumption would be 1300 ml.
    Hope this helps.
    Interesting video. can’t wait to try some of the Peak2 meals.

  • @josiebones1
    @josiebones1 7 месяцев назад

    My top two are the Pinnacle creamy Tuscan and their Italian sausage with zesty tomato sauce. Tied for first! My next is the Peak chicken pesto pasta. Crazy how little water it uses. I go almost entirely on taste for my ranking. I'll have to try some of the others you have mentioned. Thank you!

  • @RobinT-treehugger
    @RobinT-treehugger 7 месяцев назад +7

    My favorite is Peak Refuel Chicken and Rice. Ditto my hubby.

    • @DarwinOnthetrail
      @DarwinOnthetrail  7 месяцев назад +1

      Haven’t had that one yet

    • @euphonek
      @euphonek 7 месяцев назад +2

      That one is good, but is edged out by the Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli!

  • @BrianAustin74
    @BrianAustin74 7 месяцев назад

    I agree - Peak has set a new bar. They taste good and are packed with calories and protein. And they taste good too

  • @Onemoreguygettingold
    @Onemoreguygettingold 7 месяцев назад +1

    Pemican. Not ultralightest but you don't have to add water or cook so saves some weight there. Make your own. Very calorie dense.

  • @joeclark3149
    @joeclark3149 7 месяцев назад

    Packitgourmet cajun chicken salad equivalent to 1/3 pound of chicken 55g of protein
    It seemed like it was a cold soak but really great for a lunch meal I remember the cranberries celery onion tasting very fresh.

  • @markwharton6108
    @markwharton6108 7 месяцев назад

    Polenta with Pork Sausage by Packit Gourmet, is my new favorite breakfast. It does take 9 oz. of water to hydrate, but it only weighs 3 oz. I don't like a heavy breakfast and this one is just right.

  • @fuzzybuddywizard
    @fuzzybuddywizard 7 месяцев назад +1

    One cannot evolve without satisfying your hunger. Thanks for the tips!

  • @dmccoyny
    @dmccoyny 7 месяцев назад

    My favorites by far are: MH Pasta Primavera & MH Homestyle Chicken Noodle Casserole. The casserole is not easy to find, but it's worth it.

  • @nomadnomad8913
    @nomadnomad8913 5 месяцев назад

    I agree Peaks does make some good meals. I don't remember that the exact name is but it was chicken, rice and mushroom's. I don't know how you like the Backpack Pantry Pad Thai. When I had ate it, it was terrible and everyone one I have talked to that has had it agree with me. But we all have our own taste that we like.

  • @joelfurrer1339
    @joelfurrer1339 5 месяцев назад

    I was watching this screaming “Peak Chicken Pesto Pasta!” I’m glad it made an appearance. It was a great occasional treat on the PCT and was great repacked to save space in a bear can for the long Sierra carries.

  • @jpriddle
    @jpriddle 7 месяцев назад

    I believe the amount of water is related to how much of the ingredients are freeze dried vs dehydrated. Same for the rehydration time.

  • @shannonperry515
    @shannonperry515 5 месяцев назад

    What do you think of the Crotch Pot from Gossamer Gear? It works with your body heat, I have one, but I have not tried it yet. I am interested in your thoughts.

  • @estellaescalante6314
    @estellaescalante6314 7 месяцев назад

    Agreed on Peak Refuel Chicken Alfredo. My comfort meal and a treat when out. To save money I’ve been making my own with a cheap dehydrator bc my other favorite is Next Mile Meals Beef Marinara and the prices are so high 😅.

  • @garrettbailey8980
    @garrettbailey8980 4 месяца назад

    The chicken pesto pasta goes hard. By far my favorite tasting meal. Every now and then (when I’m feeling broke) I’ll eat a bag for lunch during my shift (thanks REI employee discount). I’ve never really thought of trail food like this, guess I’ll have to go back and look at all my favorites to see how they stack up

  • @theoutdoordogandhikinggirl
    @theoutdoordogandhikinggirl 7 месяцев назад +2

    The peak refuel pasta Alfredo is my favorite as well, together with the backpackers pantry lasagna.

  • @joshualanham9023
    @joshualanham9023 6 месяцев назад

    Try Bowl & Kettle. Its a new brand and the couple meal they have are pretty good.

  • @natalieworrall2870
    @natalieworrall2870 7 месяцев назад

    Thank you for this valuable information. Question : do you also look at the amount of fiber when deciding a meal plan of the day ?

  • @Pibblepunk
    @Pibblepunk 7 месяцев назад +1

    Oh hell yeah some actually useful information 👍

  • @marcushillerstrom25
    @marcushillerstrom25 4 месяца назад

    You should try the Norweigan REAL turmat Reindeer stew from Drytech. Used by the Norweigan military and every hiker/backpacker in northern Europe.

  • @inthedirt3224
    @inthedirt3224 7 месяцев назад

    I like those peak meals myself but I like the tomato based ones vs. cream. I even ate the peak peach cobbler one for dinner one time. I think the thru-hikers I was with were jealous - one said "my desert is bean water".
    I repackage them when I'm going on a trip into freezer ziplocks. The last time I wrote on each ziplock the amount of water each one listed. I was tired of second guessing how much water to put in them and ending up with soup.
    But the best meal I had on my last trip was a simple ramen. Really hit the spot. Interestingly, that one had the most water requirements out of all of them. 2 cups. Of course it could be done with less but the broth was great that time.

  • @stephenx2857
    @stephenx2857 7 месяцев назад

    I really appreciate this kind of content. going to an REI and staring at a wall of camping meals. it's hard to know what to try. and when you get a dud and spent $10+ on it, it's a real drag on a hike.
    will be nice to try some of these new meals. and try them out.

  • @TexasDevin
    @TexasDevin 6 месяцев назад

    Darwin with yet another timely and relevant video for my upcoming hike. Thanks, man!

  • @grumpyoldman6767
    @grumpyoldman6767 6 месяцев назад

    I just finished a 50 mile section hike of the at. All i took for food was 3 lbs of homemade ground beef jerky. It was amazing.

  • @megapod7930
    @megapod7930 7 месяцев назад

    i have always find these to be excessively saucy so i cut them with some additional carb and dried protein. Makes them cheaper as well. I get more meals per pouch.

  • @sharonfaithhunter9389
    @sharonfaithhunter9389 7 месяцев назад

    Wild Zora's quinoa meals are the best tasting meal I've ever had. Smaller portion size though, perfect for women with smaller appetites.

  • @stevehill8153
    @stevehill8153 4 месяца назад

    Great video. Where can I buy a Outdoor Evolution food bag?

  • @BoonDoc
    @BoonDoc 3 месяца назад

    Great breakdown of the offerings except for costs.

  • @dagnolia6004
    @dagnolia6004 7 месяцев назад +4

    Paul the Backpacker (tiny channel) has a great vid on tasty high protein, high calorie vegan backpacking meals that are VERY lightweight.

    • @barbara777
      @barbara777 7 месяцев назад +1

      hell yes! thanks for the suggestion

  • @sarahchan42
    @sarahchan42 7 месяцев назад

    Awesome, happened to have that Peak Refuel Alfredo in my cupboard. I'll take that on my shakedown trip next week.

  • @RangerTam
    @RangerTam 7 месяцев назад

    Peak Refuel is also my go to! The Chicken Alfredo and the Beef Stroganoff because I have texture issues with cooked veg and I hate beans alas no matter how I try.

  • @helpfulcommenter
    @helpfulcommenter 7 месяцев назад +1

    I’ve never tackled dehydrating my own meals but I’m looking forward to the project one day. I’m kinda jealous of people who do that. I’ve had some really amazing ones (and also gross ones) out of hiker boxes and from friends.

  • @harveyarmbrust3548
    @harveyarmbrust3548 7 месяцев назад

    Great stuff! Also, I would like to see more tips and tricks!

  • @upriverflyco4150
    @upriverflyco4150 7 месяцев назад

    the chicken alfredo from peak is actually top tier. best meal ive had yet.

  • @plantgoals4271
    @plantgoals4271 7 месяцев назад

    Nomad Nutrition isn’t cheap but, if you’re vegan they make the very best/healthiest dehydrated packing meals. My favorites are Ukranian Borscht, Hungarian Goulash, and Southwest Breakfast Skillet. No sponsored but, I do recommend.

  • @BurroGirl
    @BurroGirl 7 месяцев назад +5

    SOOOO Glad you're making these vids again!!!

  • @andrewnunns2438
    @andrewnunns2438 7 месяцев назад +49

    beefin' while I'm stroganoff

  • @meleelap6999
    @meleelap6999 7 месяцев назад

    Here in Québec, we have Happy yak meal... The beef stew is a go to for me with the Ranchero soup.

  • @altaris2000
    @altaris2000 7 месяцев назад +1

    From my limited experience, the Peak meals are my favorite as well. The Chicken and Rice is my go to from them, with the Beef Stroganoff being right behind it.
    As much as I like the thick creamy pasta meals, and bean meals, my stomach just can't do those anymore, or I will gas myself out of my tent later that night lol. I have to keep it more plain and boring for me.

  • @lovesoneall8129
    @lovesoneall8129 6 месяцев назад

    Can that Peak chicken Alfredo be split in half to make two meals? And you bag each part and then heat with pot?

  • @alanstrange2421
    @alanstrange2421 7 месяцев назад

    The Chicken Alfredo is excellent. But that Peak Refuel Chicken Pesto Pasta is my jam. I've never looked at the numbers. I just know it's delicious and tastes even better when you eat it on top of a mountain or by a nice river.

  • @AesthMed
    @AesthMed 7 месяцев назад

    Been waiting for more trail food content, awesome!

  • @huongtrinh8609
    @huongtrinh8609 2 месяца назад

    thank you

  • @MattAK
    @MattAK 7 месяцев назад

    Peak is definitely my favorite, followed by Heather's Choice. It's all I eat on even car camping trips. I do like Backpacker's Pantry cold breakfasts though.

  • @JarradShaw
    @JarradShaw 7 месяцев назад

    Yep ❤