enjoy your videos mate, you have a straight forward and informative approach to a subject, which is refreshing when you see some on YT .. thanks for sharing .. Tony
@ trident88596..i usually keep my pipe fixins in a small waterproof container..i rarely smoke except around the fire at night...thanks for the comment safe journeys
I have the early version of the German Mountain pack with leather straps and steel buckles, plus I managed to get the folding German kip mat that goes in that rear pocket, its an excellent pack and surprising just how much it will hold.
Thanks for shareing Blackie. We have it so much better than out forfathers. The Grocery Stores are full of food that to prepair just add water. They even have gravy that goes great with bannoch !!
@ scott smith the jacket is a androndk and pants from sierra designs i picked these up back in my backpacking days..had them for maybe 15yrs..they still work great...thanks for the comment safe journeys
@cragwella yes usually i boil..i do carry water tretment pills or if a long trip in planned a small bottle of pure bleach..boiling is my prefered method..thanks for the comments..safe jounreys
Hey Blackie, do you think you could do a video on machetes? You know, what they are good for, what they're not good for, and their place in bushcraft. Thanks for all the videos, you are what got me into bushcraft.
@jcbonzo sorry i do not have a source for the pads or ground sheet..i visit a local surplus store a few times a month..when i see good gear i pick it up..my best guess would be craigs list amazon or e-bay try shooters pad or sleep pad ect.. someone out there has to have a supply of them....safe journeys
Hi Blackie, Thanks for another wonderful video. I always enjoy your great tips and tricks, and the thought that goes into what you do.. Any chance you could do a video on field stripping an MRE? I've seen it done a time or two but would enjoy and appreciate your take on it.. Thanks.. : o)
Remarkably I’ve done decades of dirt time and have the exact same kit, but not the same brands. I use a truck windshield foil sun reflector shade for my diy hammock. My military poncho is my tarp over the hammock. I bring either a Cold Steel Kukri machete, or a folding saw and mora. I do have some hand made knives as well and am starting to use the Cold Steel shovel more. IAWOODSMAN channel has a good vid on the shovel. Been using my woobie, with a zipper for my head to pass through, and now with SOL large mylar reflective blanket for $7 pinned to the woobie. These couple with the poncho are a multipurpose kit. Good vid.
@bigboomer1973..you are correct..pain will wear down even the strongest..i have experence with this and i can tell you it becomes no fun to be out in the wood very fast....thanks for the comment safe journeys
Dear Blackie, I am a big fan of your videos and have learned alot from them. I do have a question about your pack system. Where do you carry your haversack when you are also carrying your base camp big bag? Thanks for the info.
if i plan on dropping my base pack and exploring a area and then move on..i wear it under the base pack..if i am going to form a base camp it ride in top of base pack till i get to camp
@fpark114..when i last put my pack on a scale it was 14 lb..that is without water and only enough food for 3 days..i carry my h2o on my belt in a canteen..thanks for the comments..safe journeys
The folding sleeping mats may be obtainable from www.varusteleka.com (a disposals outlet in Finland, but they deliver worldwide). Postage is pretty horrendous, but they charge a fixed charge, no matter what you buy, so if there are other things that appeal to you it won't cost any more for delivery, so it may defray your overall costs.
the term snow won't bring you any further, cause it was meant to offer protection from wet ground, snowy or not… German soldiers know it as Elefantenhaut (elephants skin) If I was you, I would rather get a grabber/space brand all weather blanket, it offers the same, plus reflective aluminum on one side and grommets on all 4 corners for using at as a tarp. there are also models with a hood.
Where can I still get a shooters pad for that pack? I have the same pack that did not come with one and I cannot find it anywhere online not even at cheaperthandirt. Any ideas?
Been watching you since December 2014. And you've changed a lot and I can't say you got any better but every time the videos of always got some good advice. Keep up the good videos you're very helpful. Any more thought to start covering edible and medical wild plants have you? Gingdah
Great video! I really love your work. thanks for all your info
Informative and well presented as always. Thanks for the info, you're stuff is always excellent.
enjoy your videos mate, you have a straight forward and informative approach to a subject, which is refreshing when you see some on YT .. thanks for sharing .. Tony
Blackie that is the same pack I carried when I was living outside. Now I use the Swiss model which is rubberized. Great packs.
@ trident88596..i usually keep my pipe fixins in a small waterproof container..i rarely smoke except around the fire at night...thanks for the comment safe journeys
I have the early version of the German Mountain pack with leather straps and steel buckles, plus I managed to get the folding German kip mat that goes in that rear pocket, its an excellent pack and surprising just how much it will hold.
Thanks for shareing Blackie. We have it so much better than out forfathers. The Grocery Stores are full of food that to prepair just add water. They even have gravy that goes great with bannoch !!
@ scott smith the jacket is a androndk and pants from sierra designs i picked these up back in my backpacking days..had them for maybe 15yrs..they still work great...thanks for the comment safe journeys
great vid keep up the good work
Great load out video Blackie, thanks for sharing with the rest of us.
+Bill K. your welcome..safe journeys
very informative many thanks for sharing
i have had one like that is is not the norm but it can happen..enjoy your kukri..safe journeys
@cragwella yes usually i boil..i do carry water tretment pills or if a long trip in planned a small bottle of pure bleach..boiling is my prefered method..thanks for the comments..safe jounreys
Hey Blackie, do you think you could do a video on machetes? You know, what they are good for, what they're not good for, and their place in bushcraft.
Thanks for all the videos, you are what got me into bushcraft.
Thanks for sharing Blackie.
I have one of those German Mountain Rucksacks.....it's my "Get-Home-Bag" that stays in my truck. It's a rugged piece of gear...!!
its my favorite pack
Blackie you are so very wise. Thanks for all the helpful information.
You have taught me a great deal.
well thank you for your kind words..glad you found it of use..safe journeys
@jcbonzo sorry i do not have a source for the pads or ground sheet..i visit a local surplus store a few times a month..when i see good gear i pick it up..my best guess would be craigs list amazon or e-bay try shooters pad or sleep pad ect.. someone out there has to have a supply of them....safe journeys
I think I have that pack. It's a good one. :)
Hi Blackie, Thanks for another wonderful video. I always enjoy your great tips and tricks, and the thought that goes into what you do.. Any chance you could do a video on field stripping an MRE? I've seen it done a time or two but would enjoy and appreciate your take on it.. Thanks.. : o)
That is one of my favorite packs
Always good to see a review of an experienced bushcrafter's pack loadout.
Lots of emphasis on shelter.
Much appreciated.
Been waiting on this one . Thanks for sharing. What do you keep your pipe and tobacco in when you go camping on the rivers?
Blackie, what do you do for water .Do you boil it ? Thank's .Great video
Remarkably I’ve done decades of dirt time and have the exact same kit, but not the same brands. I use a truck windshield foil sun reflector shade for my diy hammock. My military poncho is my tarp over the hammock. I bring either a Cold Steel Kukri machete, or a folding saw and mora. I do have some hand made knives as well and am starting to use the Cold Steel shovel more. IAWOODSMAN channel has a good vid on the shovel. Been using my woobie, with a zipper for my head to pass through, and now with SOL large mylar reflective blanket for $7 pinned to the woobie. These couple with the poncho are a multipurpose kit. Good vid.
I look forward to your videos every time. High quality info, high quality gear, high quality man. Thanks.
just ordered the same pack. More closer to the LL Bean Mountain Rucksack and much cheaper.
i will have time to do a set of videos in the next week i will do one on machetes..thanks for the ideas and comments..safe journeys
I brought one of these from sportsmans guide,,, quickly brought 3 more,, darn good pack..
@bigboomer1973..you are correct..pain will wear down even the strongest..i have experence with this and i can tell you it becomes no fun to be out in the wood very fast....thanks for the comment safe journeys
do you bring your billy pot/cooking gear?
Looks pretty squared away to me.
Dear Blackie,
I am a big fan of your videos and have learned alot from them. I do have a question about your pack system. Where do you carry your haversack when you are also carrying your base camp big bag? Thanks for the info.
if i plan on dropping my base pack and exploring a area and then move on..i wear it under the base pack..if i am going to form a base camp it ride in top of base pack till i get to camp
what do you think about a MAC Sack for a pack liner
@fpark114..when i last put my pack on a scale it was 14 lb..that is without water and only enough food for 3 days..i carry my h2o on my belt in a canteen..thanks for the comments..safe journeys
My question is, does this pack include the ground pad? Thank You in advance!
The folding sleeping mats may be obtainable from www.varusteleka.com (a disposals outlet in Finland, but they deliver worldwide). Postage is pretty horrendous, but they charge a fixed charge, no matter what you buy, so if there are other things that appeal to you it won't cost any more for delivery, so it may defray your overall costs.
the term snow won't bring you any further, cause it was meant to offer protection from wet ground, snowy or not… German soldiers know it as Elefantenhaut (elephants skin) If I was you, I would rather get a grabber/space brand all weather blanket, it offers the same, plus reflective aluminum on one side and grommets on all 4 corners for using at as a tarp. there are also models with a hood.
i will be doing a mre video soon just got to get some new ones to strip first...thanks for the comment safe journeys
Pro trick: you can watch series at Flixzone. I've been using it for watching lots of of movies these days.
@Yahir Theo definitely, I've been watching on flixzone for since november myself =)
Where can I still get a shooters pad for that pack? I have the same pack that did not come with one and I cannot find it anywhere online not even at cheaperthandirt. Any ideas?
did you mean a "The North Face Blue Kazoo" 15% bag?
What is the brand of raingear?
Blackie, how much does your main pack weigh?
Have you updated anything in this pack?
+John Chandler i have..and i will be doing a bushcraft kit video soon..thanks for watching..safe journeys
Been watching you since December 2014. And you've changed a lot and I can't say you got any better but every time the videos of always got some good advice. Keep up the good videos you're very helpful. Any more thought to start covering edible and medical wild plants have you? Gingdah