I used to scoff at Arc'Teryx products because of their prince...then I bought a hoody and the rest is history. There is just this premium feel that they provide that I haven't experienced in any other brand.
Backcountry.com is sponsoring you? Oh Dan... 😔 I love you and your videos!!! You have helped me dial in my gear so much. But I will never order from Backcountry ever again after what they did to small businesses.
Agreed. I get it that he needs sponsorships to do RUclips, but I don't think it's acceptable to receive sponsorships from companies that are not good for the backcountry (TM) community. I can't imagine that he's so desperate that he cant pick and choose his sponsors a little bit.
Hey! I knew I’d get questions for the sponsorship. Backcountry’s CEO has been working hard to make it right by ending the lawsuits and has personally visited many of the companies affected by the lawsuits to personally make things right and in many cases even worked deals to support those businesses. One thing many people don’t know is that tge CEO had to relocate his family for threats that were made on them. Not cool. Everyone deserves second chances, even the big guys. Backcountry has been a huge supporter of my channel since they became a sponsor. What people don’t realize is that I 100% pick the gear to talk about. They have absolutely no say in what I do for the content of the video. All they ask is that I encourage viewers to purchase from them and give them a shout out during the video. For those of you that think that I have several sponsorships to choose from, that is far from the truth. Backcountry has been my only option for several months. I appreciate you guys understanding and continuing to watch!!! 🙌🙌
First, he trademarked a word that shouldn't have been trademarked. It's like trying to trademark the word "hiking." Can you imagine getting sued because you named a pair of shoes you were selling "hiking" shoes? Or "wilderness?" It isn't resonable. He should have only trademarked the .com version, "backcountry.com." Second, he should never have been suing people who were selling items that had nothing to do with anything backcountry.com was selling. Trademarks aren't to prevent anybody from using your word ever, it's to prevent confusion between your product and name vs. somebody else's product. They registered it for "retail store services, mail order services and computerized online retail store services," but then sued Backcountry Babes who were doing avalanche training. They sued everyone who used the word backcountry as if they'd invented the word themselves. He went too far. Death threats were out of line, sure, but he deserves to go out of business for the unethical way he treated so many other people.
Something similar happened when someone wanted to exclusively own the term firecider for their brand name. A common for a spicey root cider. They made a petition and i think they won lawsuit to make the word common community property. Did same thing happen to the old Traditional Happy Birthday song??? People need to organize with legal representation to protect the community.
Great video Dan. A tip I learnt just this week, be careful recommending hand warmers in sleeping bags, they’re oxygen activated, can be hazardous and result in suffocation, especially for kids who may snuggle down in the bag.
Just got back from my Christmas overnight and took two of your suggestions from some older vids. My ultralight camp stool, and a nitecore su26 headlamp. Great recommendations! All was used and abused and survived. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Collapsible emergency toilet can come in handy when a pee sneaks up in the middle of a chilly night. Can be found on Amazon. Blue accordion looking tube thingy.
You do excellent video I'm a established backpacker so I have everything I need. The biggest complaint I hear from people starting out is the experience of the equipment needed. People are in different financial situation and most of the reviews are for high end experience equipment. You have done a few but there need to be more options for people who are starting out any advise you can give? I allways suggest military surplus most of the high end company's make the military cold weather gear and buying in the middle of July on eBay when know one is think about winter help ..
I primarily use military clothing. Base layers, wool blends, heavy thermals, wool socks. (All these things are CHEAP). Recently bought (garage sale) King of the Mountain wool shirt. Nothing better in the world. Certainly a down puffer. Wool blend beanies too.
Great stuff bro. I have a number of different winter trips coming up. Definitely going to be putting your advice on layering to good use. Great vid man! Keep them coming 😃🙌
Annoyed and slightly tired Dan is more entertaining and charismatic than regular Dan. I recommend six takes for all future videos! Haha, better than usual video though.
My complaint with the layering is when the zippers start piling up on each other. Like yourself, I will double my md layer at times, both of those will have zippers then add the outer shell... another zipper.
Hello Dan, the outdoor answer man. Thank you for sharing this very informative winter clothing gear, some great reminders. All the best to you and your family. 🤗
Merino long sleeve base, polartec fleece or down jacket, down jacket, oversize waterproof shell. Toasty top. Merino long johns, stretchy pants, Merino socks. Merino just works good against the skin. That Arc'teryx sounds great though, sounds like that could replace two of my top layers.
My winter gear is more in line with Arctic temps of -20f and below. I can put more on and take more off as needed. I am looking for lighter layers though. That Arc'teryx jacket sounds great, and a Fjallraven Shell, maybe Keb. I like Under Armour's Base Layer 4.0 and their Coldgear Infrared outerwear. Never tried Darn Tough socks. I use Smart Wool socks, but im not married to em. Good stuff Dan. Stay warm!
Hi Dan! Great Video! Was wondering if you have seen the Decathlon Trek 100 down jacket. it is only $65 and apparently comparable to the Ghost Whisperer. Just curious on your thoughts! Thanks! Love the videos!
Love the layering ideas! Can you talk about how a shell like the OR Helium 2 over top of a mid layer can help take the place of a heavier outer layer? Some other creative layering combos maybe? I know you’ve done budget gear vids, more budget layering ideas? Love the vids thanks!
Ok 2 things you need to make viewers aware of: #1) backcountry.com advertises free 2 day shipping with orders over a certain amount. They actually use ups/usps parcel post combination which takes 7 days and is the second slowest in the industry. When you speak to them about it they always apologize. Ive done it 3 times now. #2) i was a huge arcteryx fan for many years including 6 (yes six) of their packs until my taped seams on a $500 arcteryx jacket came loose. I mailed it into arcteryx warranty (lifetime warranty per REI right) and got an email back saying: “my jacket had exceeded it’s useable life and was no longer covered. I had it for 10 years and it was the first jacket i ever paid over 500 for. Ever since then i convince people to run from their brand. There are plenty of manufacturers that stand behind their products today. REI, Big Agnes, Marmot, Outdoor Research have all stood behind their products for me over the last 25 years which make them go to brands for me.
I’ve recently put through 5 orders with them and all had the similar experience. Packages got handed off from ups to usps etc and sit for days. Not sure if it’s due to the holidays but other packages from elsewhere have all been on time. Also several came with zero paperwork and packed poorly. Been annoying.
@@flyweight_adventures Yea it's been happening since June and I'm ok with a slower delivery window if that's what I am told will happen but if they advertise "Free 2 day shipping" but don't provide that they are actually operating within deceptive trade laws. And again, I don't care if it's 5 day shipping but you can't advertise 2 day and send it 5. Anyway just thought I'd mention it because as with many of us we are sometimes buying something for a trip we are leaving on and if it doesnt show that can be a problem.
@@abductedbyrezz5000 I don't really care how long anything lasts as long as it matches the manufacturers support claim. If they say lifetime its lifetime. If you buy a car with a 3 year warranty and it wont run in 1 year, you take it in and they say, nope sorry we wont fix it....what would you say? And hey, maybe you have money to burn and I don't....good for you. Again, I just want companies to do what they say they will do.
All things I've been thinking about!! Thanks Dan!! Has to wait until next season. Getting a new Hammock Gear Dyneema Fiber Palace Tarp and a Dream Hammock Darien. Merry Christmas to me!!!
We have many of the same likes in cold weather. Funny about the buff, but you are right on putting over your face when sleeping. Finished a recent hike and did that for the first time. I am impressed how much that helped Merry Christmas DB and family!!
Another great vid Dan! I can see why some ppl are upset with Backcountry.com. It really seems like they were bullying small businesses. The backpacking community is a tight one. Unfortunately, it seems that Backcountry.com only backed off of their tirade of lawsuits when they found out how tight the community was. I find it odd that they say they “now realize that their actions were not consistent with their values.” How do you not know your own companies core values? Either way. You have to look out for you Dan. I don’t care who you have sponsor your videos. You make great content and that’s what matters to me. I agree. We all deserve a second chance.
I use a wall Mart R1 base layer while hiking , and a Patagonia gridded fleace , when I get into camp I put my smart wool 250 mid layer over my R1 then my Patagonia fleace then my moutain hardware ghost whisper , and if wind starts to blow I will toss on my REI event rain jacket , works awesome , plus I use a great set if mittens also
Dan, I like your videos, but Backcountry.com? Nope, sorry dude, I'm out. I read your other comment about it and people who only try to do better when they're caught don't deserve second chances.
Totally agree. Backcountry only back-peddled because the entire community stood up to them and vowed to never spend one shiny cent at their store. So nope! No second chance for them! Game over!
@@DanBecker You wouldn't be thinking like that if you owned a small business called "Dan's Backcountry" and they went after you for everything you got. I wouldn't rush to defend them so fast. They will throw you under the bus too. I like you Dan and I will continue to watch your videos cause they are great. But this sponsorship leaves a bad taste in my mouth.
Dan!!!!!! You are inadvertently excluding 50% of the market by only posting men's affiliate links. I know that 80% of your viewers are probably guys (I think 74% male viewership on my channel so I'm assuming yours is similar). Moving forward can you post female options for gear that has both men's and women's versions (for things like the Ghost Whisperer for instance that comes in both mens and womens.) I'm 5"2 and the arms on mens jackets are too long. Just a suggestion from your female viewership. I'd totally like to use your 15% off code but it's all guys gear. Pop in a couple women's links for us gals!!!!
@@TabethaAurochs the problem with womens specific reviews for layering is that it isn't worth doing the videos. I did one on my channel for Fall a few months back and it was barely viewed because most of people subbed to my channel are men. I'm sure Dixie has some but that's about it, maybe Amanda Outside too.
@@LoneCrowAdventures Whoa. So when I read it, it was a "Duh" moment, but it also never would've occurred to me that not only are the "majority of [your] subscribers are men," but how it must - out of necessity - have a significant impact on the content you're going to invest your substantial personal resources into producing -as I'd guess it would for most, if not all, women who are creating in this space. It explains - a whole lot. Thanks for sharing this with me. I'll see you on your channel.😎💜
Great video as always shame you've taken sponsorship from such an awful company. Backcounty have spent the last few years sueing companies that use the word backcountry causing several to close and others to make costly rebrading all because they believe they own the word backcountry. Please, please, please consider who your are connecting yourself with.
Costco sells 100% Merino wool long sleeve shirts for $20 that work great as base layers. They're not terribly warm (very thin), but they keep me drier and fresher smelling than anything else I've ever worn, and I perspire a lot (not a full on sweat).
One word of caution to you viewers. Synthetic clothing has one big drawback. A lot of winter hikers rely on a camp fire to stay warm, and synthetics can go up in flames very quickly, or melt. Otherwise they're great. I hike in extremely cold conditions, and nothing beats wool.
Great info. I’ve been able to figure a lot of this out working outdoors everyday. Granted I live near the coast where it’s not as cold, but we can see temps in the 20s. Layering on the legs is a bit tricky but I’ve found that if temps don’t hit the 60s I can handle a thin layer of polypropylene under my pants and not get too hot. Way easier to shed layers on your upper body than lower. I agree with wearing a t-shirt as the first layer. Maybe just my perception, but I feel like it helps my underarms breathe better. Darn Tough are the best socks, IMO. Smart Wool and Fits just don’t hold up like they do. I’ve found the full cushion socks to be best for me, but it’s because of my narrow feet. Helps fill out the boots better. Garmont T8 Bifidas are my favorites for pretty much everything outdoors. Training, hiking, hunting, working, etc. Wish they dried faster though.
Hi Dan I just found your channel from the Joe Robinett video. It’s Sunday I’m relaxing with a cup of tea and binge watching your channel. I don’t backpack because of bad knees but I am an avid car camper. I Camp out of my Toyota FJ Cruiser every two weeks or more. I live in lower Michigan by the sleeping bear dunes and I am quite often in the upper peninsula. In the next couple of years I hope to explore in northern Wisconsin in the western side of the upper peninsula such as the porcupine mountains. Even though I am not a backpacker I do camp very lightly I’m not your typical girl glamper. Your channel is awesome I’m finding a lot of your information very useful. I’m not much of a winter camper but more of a three season camper. Just in the last five years I have gotten back into camping and I’ve gotten all new gear. And like you I’m a gear junkie. You have just found your self and loyal subscriber. Thanks Dan. Your channel is just what I was looking for.
Hi Jacqueline! That’s awesome! I appreciate you subscribing! You don’t have to be a backpacker to enjoy the content here. You’ll find lots of helpful information for any type of camping! Pretty cool you’re only a stones throw away from me!
Dan Becker I see you made it out to North Manitou Island. I live about 6 miles from Leland where you got the boat. The islands are awesome I’ve explored them both. Snorkeling around them is amazing there’s a few shipwrecks not too far off the shore. So much local history and those islands I know families that have lived on those islands before the park owned them. Brutal tough life. Can’t wait to see more of your stuff and chat with you more.
Hi Dan, How do you keep your mid-layer from becoming wet at the sleeves during continuous rain? My fleece mid-layer (Ayacucho 3-in-1) takes water at the sleeves for some 4 inches(!), even under a rain-layer, the mid-layer sticking out only slightly. That makes my wrists colder and colder en and the mid-layer won't dry, even after hanging a night out of the rain. Is a polyester mid-layer doing the trick, of are there better options? Greetings from a fellow hiking vlogger from The Netherlands. Always loving to see your vlogs.
Hello Dan, I love watching your videos about your excursions and camping out to get those beautiful pictures, I am learning so much from you and greatly appreciate all of your dedication. I was hoping you could help advise me in what camping gear to get, because I have made plans for 2024 to to hike the Pacific Crest Trail, Continental Divide Trail, and the Appalachian Trail all in one go and I will be bringing my Sony A7R4 along with my tripod and 3 lenses to try and capture all of the beautiful landscapes, I will be bringing the Sigma 16mm F/1.4 , Sony FE 24mm F1.4 GM and the FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G and a 2x teleconverter and possibly what ever else you think I might need for this adventure lol. So with all of that in mind I am looking for advice on what camping gear to get to help me survive in 4 season weather from extreme elevation, from Deserts, Forrest and Snow, I am looking for ultralight stuff and money is not an issue because I will be saving up for 4 years to go on this trip, I am looking for quality things that will last the whole trip.
Great video Dan...very helpful info and gear reviews..Thank you!! Would have liked more in depth glove, mitten info, and also, boots, hiking shoes...but that's a lot to cover...maybe another video...My fingers and toes are what seem to give me problems...Well done!
Okay, I am a big fan of Moreno wool but if you are like my wife and allergic, not so good. So the go to is silk or polypropylene or whatever the new generation is. Silk is a natural material but pricey so if you are counting your pennies synthetic is best.
Great video Dan! I'm headed to Nepal in December to hike the Three Passes, Everest Base Camp and Island Peak Summit for 40 days. This should help me be better prepared.
i cant wear wool not even murino , itchy af, i cant wear that under armor stuff either itchy af. im stuck to cotton or at least 80% cotton as my next to skin layer.. never had a problem but im tuff ;)
Good video as a “warmer person”. I however have horrible circulation. Let me know if you want a list of “must haves” for those, like me, that are complete wimps in the cold. 🤪
When you double up mid layer or jacket on jacket, do you size up on one? Also how do you control condensation from your breathe getting your seepbag yet, mouse around your mouth section while sleeping?
No matter what you do, your sleeping bag will get damp. In the morning just lay it out like you would in summer. It will actually dry. In low temperatures the moisture content of the air drops dramatically, so the water will actually evaporate from your gear. I routinely hike in -20C temperatures and sleep in a tent without a stove. Check out some of my recent videos.
Any suggestions on good synthetic socks for hiking? I used smart wool for ages, and daily wear it’s no problem. When hiking I’ve found the socks irritate my legs right above the ankle. Not sure if it’s a moisture/chaffing issue, but I get a rash that persists for about a week after the fact. Tried the same thing with average cotton crew length socks and no issues at all. I initially thought the irritation was coming from the permethrin I treated the socks with, but 4 months and numerous washings later it’s still an issue.
My layering system is pretty similar. One major difference is I use an insulated outer shell over my mid and bottom layers. I have a Patagonia, Gortex shell.
That shell sounds awesome! What exactly is it? I’m interested! My rain jacket is just a bit too small as a hardshell. I feel like it compresses the down too much.
@@DanBecker It's the Patagonia Powder Bowl Jacket. I bought it one size bigger than my other jacket. I've never felt to cramped or that it was compressing too much. So I have a light base layer, mid weight base layer, sometimes a fleece, my puffy, and then the shell.
I love the video and brands you showed. On a side note. Get good rest and face/ under eye moisturizer before going to bed. We are getting some eye-bags lately here Dan. We dont want the handsome Dan B to look restless. Love yah! 🙃
Nice Dan good stuff love the Arc’teryx have a couple of their jackets including the Alpha SV looking to pickup the Atom jacket you showed thanks for sharing!
Solid recommendations but I’m surprised you go with so many hooded garments. I find that a hood is only useful on a hardshell (or parka if temperatures are steadily well below freezing), and even then should be stowable, removable, or at least designed in such a way that it won’t collect snow. Otherwise they become snow-collecting buckets, extra things to snag on brush, get in the way of a pack, and don’t allow as much flexibility as a toque and a neck gaiter. And I hate what having a hood up does to my ability to hear the woods.
Warm feet = warm body... I always test out any new socks and boots as a pair to make sure that I have enough room (but not too loose) for an insulating layer of air, and also make sure I don't constrict blood flow to my feet.
Dan, Enjoyed vid. Are you familiar with Hilleberg tents cause I need an opinion. Hope to do winter camping in the Adirondacks next few weeks. I have a Staika 4-season but weighs 8 plus pounds. I also have an Anjan 3-season at half the weight. In your opinion, could I get by with the lighter Anjan when temps drop to single digits? Thanks.
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I know there are many ways to stay warm in the back country. This is just my way of doing it! Share your tips and help others below! 👇🏼👇🏼
I used to scoff at Arc'Teryx products because of their prince...then I bought a hoody and the rest is history. There is just this premium feel that they provide that I haven't experienced in any other brand.
Merino wool Buff was the greatest thing I discovered last winter and now everyone in my family has one.
Backcountry.com is sponsoring you? Oh Dan... 😔 I love you and your videos!!! You have helped me dial in my gear so much. But I will never order from Backcountry ever again after what they did to small businesses.
Agreed. I get it that he needs sponsorships to do RUclips, but I don't think it's acceptable to receive sponsorships from companies that are not good for the backcountry (TM) community. I can't imagine that he's so desperate that he cant pick and choose his sponsors a little bit.
Hey! I knew I’d get questions for the sponsorship. Backcountry’s CEO has been working hard to make it right by ending the lawsuits and has personally visited many of the companies affected by the lawsuits to personally make things right and in many cases even worked deals to support those businesses. One thing many people don’t know is that tge CEO had to relocate his family for threats that were made on them. Not cool. Everyone deserves second chances, even the big guys. Backcountry has been a huge supporter of my channel since they became a sponsor. What people don’t realize is that I 100% pick the gear to talk about. They have absolutely no say in what I do for the content of the video. All they ask is that I encourage viewers to purchase from them and give them a shout out during the video. For those of you that think that I have several sponsorships to choose from, that is far from the truth. Backcountry has been my only option for several months. I appreciate you guys understanding and continuing to watch!!! 🙌🙌
SSTrueLoveMarinus - I second to that.
First, he trademarked a word that shouldn't have been trademarked. It's like trying to trademark the word "hiking." Can you imagine getting sued because you named a pair of shoes you were selling "hiking" shoes? Or "wilderness?" It isn't resonable. He should have only trademarked the .com version, "backcountry.com." Second, he should never have been suing people who were selling items that had nothing to do with anything backcountry.com was selling. Trademarks aren't to prevent anybody from using your word ever, it's to prevent confusion between your product and name vs. somebody else's product. They registered it for "retail store services, mail order services and computerized online retail store services," but then sued Backcountry Babes who were doing avalanche training. They sued everyone who used the word backcountry as if they'd invented the word themselves. He went too far. Death threats were out of line, sure, but he deserves to go out of business for the unethical way he treated so many other people.
Something similar happened when someone wanted to exclusively own the term firecider for their brand name. A common for a spicey root cider. They made a petition and i think they won lawsuit to make the word common community property.
Did same thing happen to the old Traditional Happy Birthday song???
People need to organize with legal representation to protect the community.
Great video Dan. A tip I learnt just this week, be careful recommending hand warmers in sleeping bags, they’re oxygen activated, can be hazardous and result in suffocation, especially for kids who may snuggle down in the bag.
Just got back from my Christmas overnight and took two of your suggestions from some older vids. My ultralight camp stool, and a nitecore su26 headlamp. Great recommendations! All was used and abused and survived. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Always been happy with Back Country
Collapsible emergency toilet can come in handy when a pee sneaks up in the middle of a chilly night. Can be found on Amazon. Blue accordion looking tube thingy.
I USE A LARGE DRI KS BOTTLE
You do excellent video I'm a established backpacker so I have everything I need. The biggest complaint I hear from people starting out is the experience of the equipment needed.
People are in different financial situation and most of the reviews are for high end experience equipment. You have done a few but there need to be more options
for people who are starting out
any advise you can give? I allways suggest military surplus most of the high end company's make the military cold weather gear and buying in the middle of July on eBay when know one is think about
winter help ..
I primarily use military clothing. Base layers, wool blends, heavy thermals, wool socks. (All these things are CHEAP). Recently bought (garage sale) King of the Mountain wool shirt. Nothing better in the world. Certainly a down puffer. Wool blend beanies too.
Great post Dan! Merry Christmas
Thanks for being persistent to get this video to us Dan! Sixth times the charm! Lol
Backcountry has the best online customer service chat ever.
Thanks for these videos Dan. Just getting back into it all.
Wear wool....a hundred million sheep can't be wrong!
There are fleece masks you can get for sleeping where it takes your breath and the frost collects on it instead of your bag/ Quilt.
Try Alpaca, the fiber is 7x warmer than wool
@@Daddyshark_dootdootdoo Anything that I've ever had that was Alpaca was always very "hairy" or "furry" looking. Do you reccomend a specific brand?
@@Daddyshark_dootdootdoo Love my beanie!
Great stuff bro. I have a number of different winter trips coming up. Definitely going to be putting your advice on layering to good use. Great vid man! Keep them coming 😃🙌
Just found this channel you offer some great tips! Thanks for sharing!
Annoyed and slightly tired Dan is more entertaining and charismatic than regular Dan. I recommend six takes for all future videos! Haha, better than usual video though.
Hey Dan, check out the Danish Endurance merino walking/hiking socks. They are brilliant. I agree with you that thinner is better
Thanks Dan keep up the good work.
My complaint with the layering is when the zippers start piling up on each other. Like yourself, I will double my md layer at times, both of those will have zippers then add the outer shell... another zipper.
Congrats on that big sponsor dan!
Nice tips Dan. Thank goodness my winters in Kentucky are not like winters in Wisconsin. 😂😂. Merry Christmas
Good stuff Dan ... lots of choices and good tips.
Hello Dan, the outdoor answer man. Thank you for sharing this very informative winter clothing gear, some great reminders. All the best to you and your family. 🤗
Great info thanks for sharing I am just getting into winter backpacking
Merino long sleeve base, polartec fleece or down jacket, down jacket, oversize waterproof shell. Toasty top.
Merino long johns, stretchy pants, Merino socks.
Merino just works good against the skin.
That Arc'teryx sounds great though, sounds like that could replace two of my top layers.
My winter gear is more in line with Arctic temps of -20f and below. I can put more on and take more off as needed. I am looking for lighter layers though. That Arc'teryx jacket sounds great, and a Fjallraven Shell, maybe Keb. I like Under Armour's Base Layer 4.0 and their Coldgear Infrared outerwear. Never tried Darn Tough socks. I use Smart Wool socks, but im not married to em. Good stuff Dan. Stay warm!
Thank you, so much.
Hi Dan! Great Video! Was wondering if you have seen the Decathlon Trek 100 down jacket. it is only $65 and apparently comparable to the Ghost Whisperer. Just curious on your thoughts! Thanks! Love the videos!
I think he did a video on that very comparison a while back. Check his channel
I like to cover myself in merino wool from head to toe :D haha
thanks for showing these very much Dan. I was looking for a base layer that isn't skin tight. and that cerium jacket looks awesome
If you had to pick one jacket only between the Atom LT & the Micro Puff, which would you choose and why?
Love the layering ideas! Can you talk about how a shell like the OR Helium 2 over top of a mid layer can help take the place of a heavier outer layer? Some other creative layering combos maybe? I know you’ve done budget gear vids, more budget layering ideas? Love the vids thanks!
Enjoy ur posts,, very informative ,ty
Hey off topic Dan but what type of watch are you wearing?
Ok 2 things you need to make viewers aware of:
#1) backcountry.com advertises free 2 day shipping with orders over a certain amount. They actually use ups/usps parcel post combination which takes 7 days and is the second slowest in the industry. When you speak to them about it they always apologize. Ive done it 3 times now.
#2) i was a huge arcteryx fan for many years including 6 (yes six) of their packs until my taped seams on a $500 arcteryx jacket came loose. I mailed it into arcteryx warranty (lifetime warranty per REI right) and got an email back saying: “my jacket had exceeded it’s useable life and was no longer covered. I had it for 10 years and it was the first jacket i ever paid over 500 for. Ever since then i convince people to run from their brand. There are plenty of manufacturers that stand behind their products today.
REI, Big Agnes, Marmot, Outdoor Research have all stood behind their products for me over the last 25 years which make them go to brands for me.
I agree. Arcteryx is overrated and outrageously overpriced.
I’ve recently put through 5 orders with them and all had the similar experience. Packages got handed off from ups to usps etc and sit for days. Not sure if it’s due to the holidays but other packages from elsewhere have all been on time. Also several came with zero paperwork and packed poorly. Been annoying.
@@flyweight_adventures Yea it's been happening since June and I'm ok with a slower delivery window if that's what I am told will happen but if they advertise "Free 2 day shipping" but don't provide that they are actually operating within deceptive trade laws. And again, I don't care if it's 5 day shipping but you can't advertise 2 day and send it 5.
Anyway just thought I'd mention it because as with many of us we are sometimes buying something for a trip we are leaving on and if it doesnt show that can be a problem.
You’re complaining about a 10 year old jacket that you spent $500 on? That’s $50 a year, you must be a hard person to satisfy
@@abductedbyrezz5000 I don't really care how long anything lasts as long as it matches the manufacturers support claim. If they say lifetime its lifetime. If you buy a car with a 3 year warranty and it wont run in 1 year, you take it in and they say, nope sorry we wont fix it....what would you say? And hey, maybe you have money to burn and I don't....good for you. Again, I just want companies to do what they say they will do.
Cool video, Dan! What is the insulated beanie you're wearing in some shots?? Have not been able to track that down and love the look of it.
I was wondering about your color choices on the gear 😂😂..
All things I've been thinking about!! Thanks Dan!! Has to wait until next season. Getting a new Hammock Gear Dyneema Fiber Palace Tarp and a Dream Hammock Darien. Merry Christmas to me!!!
That's some serious layer! Great vid...
Absolute perfect timing as I'm hiking in New Hampshire in January. Slightly worried, but I'm hiking with a pro so I will probably be fine! Thanks Dan!
Hi Dan, where is your skull cap from?
We have many of the same likes in cold weather. Funny about the buff, but you are right on putting over your face when sleeping. Finished a recent hike and did that for the first time. I am impressed how much that helped
Merry Christmas DB and family!!
Good video. Good examples of gear that you use on the trail. Take Care and Keep Enjoying the Outdoors.
Arc'teryx, NOW a Chinese-owned company.
Another great vid Dan! I can see why some ppl are upset with Backcountry.com. It really seems like they were bullying small businesses. The backpacking community is a tight one. Unfortunately, it seems that Backcountry.com only backed off of their tirade of lawsuits when they found out how tight the community was. I find it odd that they say they “now realize that their actions were not consistent with their values.” How do you not know your own companies core values?
Either way. You have to look out for you Dan. I don’t care who you have sponsor your videos. You make great content and that’s what matters to me. I agree. We all deserve a second chance.
I just read up on them. Seems like they suck.
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Excellent video Dan.
I use a wall Mart R1 base layer while hiking , and a Patagonia gridded fleace , when I get into camp I put my smart wool 250 mid layer over my R1 then my Patagonia fleace then my moutain hardware ghost whisper , and if wind starts to blow I will toss on my REI event rain jacket , works awesome , plus I use a great set if mittens also
Stand cold, hike hot!
Some Wal-Mart thermals and some windproofing...
Dan, I like your videos, but Backcountry.com? Nope, sorry dude, I'm out. I read your other comment about it and people who only try to do better when they're caught don't deserve second chances.
I hope you never get caught for things you’ve done wrong.
@@DanBecker Me neither, I'd probably have to resign as CEO from my company to make it better.
Totally agree. Backcountry only back-peddled because the entire community stood up to them and vowed to never spend one shiny cent at their store. So nope! No second chance for them! Game over!
@@DanBecker You wouldn't be thinking like that if you owned a small business called "Dan's Backcountry" and they went after you for everything you got. I wouldn't rush to defend them so fast. They will throw you under the bus too. I like you Dan and I will continue to watch your videos cause they are great. But this sponsorship leaves a bad taste in my mouth.
@@SSTrueLoveMarinus what happened with backcountry?
Dan!!!!!! You are inadvertently excluding 50% of the market by only posting men's affiliate links. I know that 80% of your viewers are probably guys (I think 74% male viewership on my channel so I'm assuming yours is similar). Moving forward can you post female options for gear that has both men's and women's versions (for things like the Ghost Whisperer for instance that comes in both mens and womens.) I'm 5"2 and the arms on mens jackets are too long. Just a suggestion from your female viewership. I'd totally like to use your 15% off code but it's all guys gear. Pop in a couple women's links for us gals!!!!
Lone Crow Adventures - are there female youtubers reviewing women’s backpacking gear with discount codes?
@@BacktotheOutdoors there are but not as many. And many are not as good as Dan.
I just want to second this. And I am also 5'2".
@@TabethaAurochs the problem with womens specific reviews for layering is that it isn't worth doing the videos. I did one on my channel for Fall a few months back and it was barely viewed because most of people subbed to my channel are men. I'm sure Dixie has some but that's about it, maybe Amanda Outside too.
@@LoneCrowAdventures Whoa. So when I read it, it was a "Duh" moment, but it also never would've occurred to me that not only are the "majority of [your] subscribers are men," but how it must - out of necessity - have a significant impact on the content you're going to invest your substantial personal resources into producing -as I'd guess it would for most, if not all, women who are creating in this space. It explains - a whole lot. Thanks for sharing this with me. I'll see you on your channel.😎💜
finally, an accent i can trust
Dan Becker!!!!!!! Thank you
You’re welcome!!!!!!!!
So if there is snow on the ground. You wearing hiking shoes or do you switch over to boots? Something with a Thinsulate? I know heavy but warm.
Anything under 10° F and I consider insulated boots.
Too bad that promo code doesn't work with everything
Yeah... most items it’ll work on.
Yo Dan the Man do you purchase all your gear at Back Country website?
Some yes! Most of the gear I showed was purchased directly from them. Some was not.
@@DanBecker Thanks for the reply man.
How to stay warm? Just don’t get cold
Great video as always shame you've taken sponsorship from such an awful company. Backcounty have spent the last few years sueing companies that use the word backcountry causing several to close and others to make costly rebrading all because they believe they own the word backcountry. Please, please, please consider who your are connecting yourself with.
My best tip for keeping warm in the Winter: Invest in a hot tent.
Yep
I want one soooooooo bad!
@@LoneCrowAdventures Forget about it.
Never forget that if you throw enough money at any endeavor...it will more closely approximate staying at home.
@@geraldhenrickson7472 I'm going to try not to spend too much time dwelling on it
Dad?????
So I guess you like black?😀
Truth!! 🤣
Costco sells 100% Merino wool long sleeve shirts for $20 that work great as base layers. They're not terribly warm (very thin), but they keep me drier and fresher smelling than anything else I've ever worn, and I perspire a lot (not a full on sweat).
One word of caution to you viewers. Synthetic clothing has one big drawback. A lot of winter hikers rely on a camp fire to stay warm, and synthetics can go up in flames very quickly, or melt. Otherwise they're great. I hike in extremely cold conditions, and nothing beats wool.
Truth!
What’s your favorite mid layer and shell to have. Looking to upgrade for hiking in maybe down to 10F with possible rain and snow.
I have ghost whisperer which one is warmer atom lt or GW?
How would you know if you didn't see the video haha. Great timing dude.
Great info. I’ve been able to figure a lot of this out working outdoors everyday. Granted I live near the coast where it’s not as cold, but we can see temps in the 20s. Layering on the legs is a bit tricky but I’ve found that if temps don’t hit the 60s I can handle a thin layer of polypropylene under my pants and not get too hot. Way easier to shed layers on your upper body than lower. I agree with wearing a t-shirt as the first layer. Maybe just my perception, but I feel like it helps my underarms breathe better. Darn Tough are the best socks, IMO. Smart Wool and Fits just don’t hold up like they do. I’ve found the full cushion socks to be best for me, but it’s because of my narrow feet. Helps fill out the boots better. Garmont T8 Bifidas are my favorites for pretty much everything outdoors. Training, hiking, hunting, working, etc. Wish they dried faster though.
Awesome 🙏🏼 thank you 😊
$375 for the ghost whisperer jacket?????? Who in their deranged right mind would pay that much for a jacket?????
Lol thats actually cheap compared to other jackets out there, you get what you pay for
Hi Dan I just found your channel from the Joe Robinett video. It’s Sunday I’m relaxing with a cup of tea and binge watching your channel. I don’t backpack because of bad knees but I am an avid car camper. I Camp out of my Toyota FJ Cruiser every two weeks or more. I live in lower Michigan by the sleeping bear dunes and I am quite often in the upper peninsula. In the next couple of years I hope to explore in northern Wisconsin in the western side of the upper peninsula such as the porcupine mountains. Even though I am not a backpacker I do camp very lightly I’m not your typical girl glamper. Your channel is awesome I’m finding a lot of your information very useful. I’m not much of a winter camper but more of a three season camper. Just in the last five years I have gotten back into camping and I’ve gotten all new gear. And like you I’m a gear junkie. You have just found your self and loyal subscriber. Thanks Dan. Your channel is just what I was looking for.
Hi Jacqueline! That’s awesome! I appreciate you subscribing! You don’t have to be a backpacker to enjoy the content here. You’ll find lots of helpful information for any type of camping! Pretty cool you’re only a stones throw away from me!
Dan Becker I see you made it out to North Manitou Island. I live about 6 miles from Leland where you got the boat. The islands are awesome I’ve explored them both. Snorkeling around them is amazing there’s a few shipwrecks not too far off the shore. So much local history and those islands I know families that have lived on those islands before the park owned them. Brutal tough life. Can’t wait to see more of your stuff and chat with you more.
Please buy an Earthing May for you bed about $120 ish and Earthing Armbands. Use the Armbands around your knee areas and say GOODBYE to pain!!!!
Earthing MAT I meant to say lol
Hi Dan, How do you keep your mid-layer from becoming wet at the sleeves during continuous rain? My fleece mid-layer (Ayacucho 3-in-1) takes water at the sleeves for some 4 inches(!), even under a rain-layer, the mid-layer sticking out only slightly. That makes my wrists colder and colder en and the mid-layer won't dry, even after hanging a night out of the rain. Is a polyester mid-layer doing the trick, of are there better options? Greetings from a fellow hiking vlogger from The Netherlands. Always loving to see your vlogs.
Hello Dan, I love watching your videos about your excursions and camping out to get those beautiful pictures, I am learning so much from you and greatly appreciate all of your dedication.
I was hoping you could help advise me in what camping gear to get, because I have made plans for 2024 to to hike the Pacific Crest Trail, Continental Divide Trail, and the Appalachian Trail all in one go and I will be bringing my Sony A7R4 along with my tripod and 3 lenses to try and capture all of the beautiful landscapes, I will be bringing the
Sigma 16mm F/1.4 , Sony FE 24mm F1.4 GM and the FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G and a 2x teleconverter and possibly what ever else you think I might need for this adventure lol.
So with all of that in mind I am looking for advice on what camping gear to get to help me survive in 4 season weather from extreme elevation, from Deserts, Forrest and Snow, I am looking for ultralight stuff and money is not an issue because I will be saving up for 4 years to go on this trip, I am looking for quality things that will last the whole trip.
Great video Dan...very helpful info and gear reviews..Thank you!! Would have liked more in depth glove, mitten info, and also, boots, hiking shoes...but that's a lot to cover...maybe another video...My fingers and toes are what seem to give me problems...Well done!
Okay, I am a big fan of Moreno wool but if you are like my wife and allergic, not so good. So the go to is silk or polypropylene or whatever the new generation is. Silk is a natural material but pricey so if you are counting your pennies synthetic is best.
Great video Dan! I'm headed to Nepal in December to hike the Three Passes, Everest Base Camp and Island Peak Summit for 40 days. This should help me be better prepared.
i cant wear wool not even murino , itchy af, i cant wear that under armor stuff either itchy af. im stuck to cotton or at least 80% cotton as my next to skin layer.. never had a problem but im tuff ;)
Good video as a “warmer person”.
I however have horrible circulation. Let me know if you want a list of “must haves” for those, like me, that are complete wimps in the cold. 🤪
Dude, you are the best. Looking forward to the next get together camping. Keep yourself and family healthy and safe 😄
New to trying winter hiking. Is there baselayers that I can purchase that won't break the bank?
That's a lot of $$$$$$ right there!
Lowkey what jeans are you wearing in this video? They look dope!l with the Patagonia jacket!
The way you say kühl hot me 😂, but as allways i loove you content keep it up! ❤️
Dan, Great Video! You just gave me an easy X-Mas gifts I can tell my wife about:)
What was your groovy down-looking hat you were sporting in some of the trail clips?
UGQ Skullie
What hat/beanie are you wearing at 2:36?
UGQ Skullie
More great tips. Thanks again.
Sixth time is a charm. Lol! Nice vid.
ANNA K That was literally the most takes ever to film a video in the history of video filming LOL!
Great video as always!!! Keep em coming!!
When you double up mid layer or jacket on jacket, do you size up on one?
Also how do you control condensation from your breathe getting your seepbag yet, mouse around your mouth section while sleeping?
No matter what you do, your sleeping bag will get damp. In the morning just lay it out like you would in summer. It will actually dry. In low temperatures the moisture content of the air drops dramatically, so the water will actually evaporate from your gear. I routinely hike in -20C temperatures and sleep in a tent without a stove. Check out some of my recent videos.
Any suggestions on good synthetic socks for hiking?
I used smart wool for ages, and daily wear it’s no problem. When hiking I’ve found the socks irritate my legs right above the ankle. Not sure if it’s a moisture/chaffing issue, but I get a rash that persists for about a week after the fact. Tried the same thing with average cotton crew length socks and no issues at all.
I initially thought the irritation was coming from the permethrin I treated the socks with, but 4 months and numerous washings later it’s still an issue.
My layering system is pretty similar. One major difference is I use an insulated outer shell over my mid and bottom layers. I have a Patagonia, Gortex shell.
That shell sounds awesome! What exactly is it? I’m interested! My rain jacket is just a bit too small as a hardshell. I feel like it compresses the down too much.
@@DanBecker It's the Patagonia Powder Bowl Jacket. I bought it one size bigger than my other jacket. I've never felt to cramped or that it was compressing too much. So I have a light base layer, mid weight base layer, sometimes a fleece, my puffy, and then the shell.
I love the video and brands you showed.
On a side note. Get good rest and face/ under eye moisturizer before going to bed. We are getting some eye-bags lately here Dan. We dont want the handsome Dan B to look restless. Love yah! 🙃
Preparation H will kill those bags! I've also been worried about DBs bags.
That's a pretty normal look in Wisconsin. Has something to do with the number of bars. 🤣 I miss my 'Sconnie culture dearly. Roll out the barrels! 🍻
Nice Dan good stuff love the Arc’teryx have a couple of their jackets including the Alpha SV looking to pickup the Atom jacket you showed thanks for sharing!
Solid recommendations but I’m surprised you go with so many hooded garments. I find that a hood is only useful on a hardshell (or parka if temperatures are steadily well below freezing), and even then should be stowable, removable, or at least designed in such a way that it won’t collect snow. Otherwise they become snow-collecting buckets, extra things to snag on brush, get in the way of a pack, and don’t allow as much flexibility as a toque and a neck gaiter. And I hate what having a hood up does to my ability to hear the woods.
Warm feet = warm body... I always test out any new socks and boots as a pair to make sure that I have enough room (but not too loose) for an insulating layer of air, and also make sure I don't constrict blood flow to my feet.
Dan,
Enjoyed vid. Are you familiar with Hilleberg tents cause I need an opinion. Hope to do winter camping in the Adirondacks next few weeks. I have a Staika 4-season but weighs 8 plus pounds. I also have an Anjan 3-season at half the weight. In your opinion, could I get by with the lighter Anjan when temps drop to single digits? Thanks.
I am not. Sorry....