DUMBEST beginner mistakes - HIKING & Backpacking (don't make these!)
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This video has beginner backpacking and hiking mistakes that you should try to avoid.
My man sounds like a youth pastor.
Lol thank you
lol in the best way possible
That's exactly what I was thinking. 😃
Severely underrated comment (*source* youth pastor for 16 years)
Why tf does this comment make so much sense 😂😂😂😂
On point #5, my summarization has been: You can either be comfortable during the day (light load) or comfortable at night (plenty of toys to cook with/sit on/entertain yourself with). Not both.
Such true words :D
As a hiker just testing her gear and making switches, I was just thinking the same.
Better sleep at night = more energy during the day.
Night wins.
@@mysterylovescompany2657 this! An extra 700g to carry and sleep well every night is worth it 20x over.
Without a good night of rest, there will only BE uncomfortable days.
I still make dumb mistakes. On a recent AT hike it was 50 and raining hard and I got soaked all day. I was so exhausted when I camped that I didn't bother to eat anything and went straight to bed. My body couldn't generate enough heat and even though it was only 50 my 15 degree bag couldn't keep me warm.
That rain is killer. My least fav
I was cold after hiking in the rain. At camp after setting up my tent the first thing I did was make hot coffee (to get my core temp back up). Sure felt better.
@@JackFalltrades on that session in the bath after the treks man!!! 😙💨💨💨💨😎
50 degrees, wow, I wouldn’t even survive in such a high temperature. 😅
Get a poncho asap
For creek crossings over your mid-calf it’s a good idea to face upstream and sidestep. It prevents your trailing leg from being swept behind your weighted leg as you are taking a step. I have crossed creeks up to mid-thigh while fishing. Also, make sure you undo both belt and sternum strap in case you do get dumped you can take the pack off to stand back up.
Great advice, Brian :D
I was going to say the same thing, except I'd just carry my pack.. if lost my footing, its quicker to just let go, and id rather deal with the wet gear than to have the weight on my back cause awkward fall and possible injuries.
Brilliant knowledge thank you
"Buy Once, Cry Once" 100 percent agree!! Worth saving up for a one time purchase, for instance a puffy, then cheaping out and having to buy twice.
Lots and lots of research :D
@@JeremiahStringer endless research! New gear every season I swear!
This answered a question I was having with myself over buying gear.
I’ve cried a lot.
It has been over 20 years since backpacking in New England. As far as extra gear and food, I always carried an extra two days of food and fuel, extra two days of wool socks, and wool sweater/ long underwear for 25 degrees colder than expected, three different ways to light a fire, a backup knife, 50 yards of cord and a piece of inner tube to throw on the fire in case I needed a signal. Now 80% of the time I was backpacking solo on sometimes little used trails, so I was a bit overly self reliant. I've woken up with fresh snow on the tent and even heard tree branches burst due to sap freezing. But always was warm. I was filtering water before giardia was a widely published thing. There was the Columbus day weekend that the bear pulled 3 days of food for the two of us down from the tree branch, and even then we made it back to civilization.
It pays to be prepared :D
You were not over packed. You were prepared for the unexpected. I believe you should always have a couple extra days food with you. An acquaintance of mine, decided to go for a run one afternoon. He checked the weather, nothing expected. He's in Colorado. No rain, no snow. He starts on his run without anything. He's only going to be gone a couple of hours at most. Well, a blizzard hit and he couldn't tell where he was at. He ended up jogging in place to stay warm. He was in gym shorts. It was close to midnight when his wife convinced SAR to look for him. They found his car, brought in dogs to track. By the time the dogs arrived and picked up the scent, he had seen the lights on the vehicles and was about 1/4 mile away from them. He was able to walk to them. He is always over packed now.
The funny part, the dog handler told the dogs to search and they ran straight for the ambulance. They found their target.
That's a good plan. You never know what you'll come across. I over pack my socks because my biggest worry is getting my socks wet and not having back ups. I even bring extra socks on long day hikes sometimes! Thanks for the insight
@@ahoward3503 I bring extra socks when I am out for a two mile walk with the dog.;-)
That piece-of-inner-tube thing is genius.
"buy once cry once"... some friends laugh at me because i try to do thing cheap as possible then step up to mids then finally good tier... maybe i should re think things, lol i love it
Lol I should probably add, make sure that expensive gear has a return policy XD I've bought once and cried when I had to buy again
I like to buy cheap once, maybe . Learn what I like/don't like, then save up for expensive. But I try and skip that middle stage
I supposed that's better than the old "buy cheap, buy twice."
I pride myself on my sale shopping. Buy that high end gear in the off seasons and shoot for clearance. I don't care if it's last years colour if I can save 50%!
@@samanthaaustin7502 I highly encourage people to "buy cheap, buy twice". The experience you get with the cheap lets you know what you are actually looking for with the expensive gear. What tend to happen when you buy expensive stuff right away is that you have to buy twice anyway because even though it was expensive, they made compromises in places you did not want.
Cheap gear tend to be generic and high end gear super specific.
Great advice. Thanks. I’ve always bought entry level stuff to get a feel for it. I also didn’t want to be that noob with top tier gear.
As a relatively new hiker I found this video VERY helpful. I still can't get over the guy who did NOT filter his water. When I first saw it I thought it was some kind of soup .... exactly, who would put soup in a bladder! That looked nasty and the health issues aren't worth the risks. Keep these coming a I plan to do a LOT more hiking in the years ahead and during retirement.
More to come :)
I got giardiasis from drinking creek water. It’s no joke. ☠️
I wanna avoid it like the plague
I’ve drank from streams as a kid but I wouldn’t do it today as nasty as everything is.
Those old stories about grandpa and uncle Joe Bob never getting sick from unfiltered water might still be valid if you never go beyond their two fishing holes and corresponding campsites, but a modern long distance hike is not the same. Do yourself and those around you a favor: Filter first, stat healthy.
And don't forget to protect that filter from freezing.
What does it feel like
@@wat2905 constant up set stomach. Horrible diarrhea. Constant pooping. Feels like your stomach is rolling. Had it for six months. Could not stay out of the bathroom.
One trick I use when storing my gear is to use silica gel packets. A pack of 50 costs around 10 bucks. For example, after letting my sleeping bag air out after a trip, I'll put a packet in the sleeping bag before I put it in a mesh bag for storage. Maybe I'm overdoing it but I like to play it safe when protecting my gear.
I don't think you are overdoing it :)
Scilica bags are a blessing
When I store my gear, I put dessican packs (saved from electronics) or unscented crystal kitty litter in a tea filter to remove any residual moisture.
I put those in my container where I keep all my filter products. Great thinking!!
In the past I always have defaulted to the budget option, regretted it, and ended up buying the quality( read: durably, light, and yes pricy) option. Now I’m pushing 60, I just save up and get the quality right off the bat. Peace of mind is part of the equation also. Great video Jeremiah! As usual.
Thank you! And yep you are right. Durable, light and pricey lol
I try to convince myself that if I buy cheap I will then be back to buy expensive pretty soon. So I consider the cheap a complete waste of money and go for the expensive straight away, hence ‘saving’ money. That works for me but not always for my wife🤔🤔🤔.
Those teeth are noticeably awesome, you've earned my like and comment
Thank you very much :D
Lol ok Chance
Thanks for the info! My only advice, If you’re using abbreviations or acronyms it’s a good rule of thumb to spell it out on first reference for newbies. For example: Fastest Known Time (FKT)
Great thinking! :D
Yep. I was thinking what trail is FK? Showing it as lettering was perfect.
The list is always a good idea. I do this every time. Out backpacking and camping I make list of things I could use the next time. Something always gets crossed off, but the items become more and more efficient for what you actually need. Also for dampness I utilize those dehumidifier tablets that come with medicines or electronics.
Same here on both :D
I die without water when hiking or running. Lol I get thirsty so fast. But give me water and I’m like Captain America, I can do this all day.
I could sip all day
Same
I have a two page camping checklist that I use for backpacking as well as car camping. Every piece that I may take packing I have weighed and noted that on the list. Makes it easier to justify taking or not on each particular trip. Happy trails!
Love the list! :D
That was one of the most enjoyable beginner backpacking videos to watch. I'm not sure if it was just how relaxed and friendly you were or how you acknowledged that we all have to start somewhere with our gear!
Thank you Jeremiah Stringer Hikes!
Thank you so much :D
I took a week vacation from both of my jobs. I will be doing my first thru-hike on the knobstone trail this coming September. I love camping and I’ve always loved hiking but have never been able to take off of work to do something serious. Im doing research on the type of gear I should be bringing for a beginner 3-4 day hike. This video was very helpful. Thank you!!
That is super exciting!!! :D
How did it go
to handle the mold put some moisture absorber packs and the drilling of holes in containers really helps
Good advice :D
This is great info! I love how you always educate me AND manage to make me laugh. :D My husband and I are planning our first big backcountry backpacking adventure for this summer. The goal is 100 miles. I'm overwhelmed right now. But, I plan to do several training hikes and overnighters to get ready, and to test gear, etc. We are complete "noobs" to carrying all our gear and food, etc, on a long hike through the woods - gathering as much info as possible from your videos so we do the LEAST amount of crying as possible!
Also, I know how TERRIBLE Giardia is!! You DO NOT want to mess with dirty water, folks. Sadly, despite all the precautions we take when we go camping or day hiking, I actually got infected from staying in a brand new hotel that had not flushed out all of it's pipes properly. o_o So, I guess the moral of the story, sometimes no matter how many precautions you take, those bugs can get you.
Oh no! Giardia 😱 That's a tough one lol. Super excited for you and your husband :D You all are going to do great! Already researching before the trip. You'll avoid a lot of mistakes just as a result from that
@@JeremiahStringer thank you for the encouragement!
please dont speak woman
There is no good excuse for not filtering water. The katadyn be free makes it effortless.
So true :D
This was the first video of yours that I watched. I really appreciate your down to earth, yet experienced approach to relaying information. Subscribing now!
Thank you, Lori :D Welcome to the adventure!!
You have a great , accent, voice and way of talking. I could listen all day 😂
Thank you very much 😃
About the budget gear... I started out decades (30+ years) ago buying the cheapest, lightest gear I could find. It didn't take long to realize how quickly things got worn out or broken. I started checking out Army/Navy surplus stores, flea markets and places like that. The gear was still cheap enough, but way more durable. It also helped that I had two older brothers in the Army back then. They used to send me things all the time. ALICE packs, ruck sacks, duffle bags, BDUs. Pretty much anything they could get away with sending home. I still have and use most of it.
Those stores are a fantastic resource
As far as packing light and food goes I would recommend rice that is impregnated with seasonings and some dehydrated vegetables in flake form. Also dried meat. That is protein and energy. A small fishing kit or net that would fit in your pocket like you see in survival kits and a small frog gig (Looks like a mini-pitchfork) will help you secure food if you intend to be out two or three days.
Sounds good to me :D
I like the 'Buy once, cry once' idea. A friend of mine used to say 'Buy cheap, buy twice' about his tools for work so your idea would stand people in good stead in a few areas of life. Havingfsaid that, some budget gear is fine & is a really good way of starting out
Great advice lol
I feel ya. I'm a serial overpacker...
Lol the pain is real
“But I might need it!”
“It’s really handy”
Etc,etc,etc... kills me all the time.
But what if my headlamp dies? Better take a second light (ignoring my iPhone has one, too). And if my usb charger breaks, I’m screwed! Definitely another one! (actually this kind of happened to me once: It technically worked but turned out to not really be compatible with my powerbank, so it wouldn’t even get up to 100% over night; but hey, it was the smallest and lightest charger I had - let’s just ignore the massive UK - EU plug adapter I needed anyways 😂)
Also I already brought multiple Lightning cables with me, just in case 👀
And at the same time I actually didn’t even think about bringing a camping stove with me 🤦🏼♂️
I don’t bring it if I don’t know that I will need it. If it’s in the “might” need category, it stays home.
@@Isheian yeah I get that. The other famous last words before going out the door. 'best to over prepare than under prepare" 😄
So... what were you thinking when you were crossing the knee deep creeks at the smokeys this past weekend? Lol! Water crossing safety tip #1 unbuckle your pack, so it doesn't weight you down if you fall in. #2 set your trekking poles down stream for better stability. Lastly, I store my water filters and bladders in a mesh bag and hang them.
That was pretty wild! 😜 Great advice 🙌
My goodness! thats the one of the sweetest southern accents I've heard! love from the netherlands!
Wow thank you!! :D
i subscribed 36 seconds into the video to give som love, honestly i dont need like half the things because im a child and im packing for a hiking/ bugout bag be safe.
Appreciate that!
Put thin small strip of colored tape around all your gear. If you get done with a hike or section and you still haven’t taken the tape off, evaluate if you need it.
That is a great idea!
Water crossings are a way of life here in Canadian Rockies. Anything mid thigh is doable and it’s fast and ice cold. Once it’s to your crouch it better be flat with no current.
Very scary to me
Thank you for the excellent advice. I’m going for the first time this weekend.
Have fun out there!! :D
Homemade wonderlust energy, love it!
Thank you so much :D
Love your style and your energy dude, as well as your integrity. Keep it up. Great content.
Thank you so much, Chuck! :D
Finally I hear someone talk about airing out the water filter in a backpacking video. Thank you, I bet this mistake goes unnoticed frequently.
Oh yeah :D I always air that sucker out
@@JeremiahStringer lol
All good advice and we have all done most of them. I still overpack, especially if it's still colder in the evenings. I have reduced the weight of this overpacking by gradually replacing with better gear though. I'm also very guilty of not drinking enough. This isn't good as it can lead to bad muscle cramps if on a long thru-hike. As well as filtering my water I always treat with oasis tablets too as the filters don't take out bacterial level microbes. My sleeping bags are all down now which has forced me to store in net bags. Must admit never used to with synthetics. I store my stuff in crates rather than sealed boxes which helps with ventilation. For waterproofs I always use military surplus goretex which tends to be fairly tough although a bit heavier than some modern materials.
Great info, Andy
Nice Jeremiah all good advice. Buy once cry once, I love it. lol
Lol thank you!! :D
Jeremiah
In regards to storing your gear you should invest in a heap of silica gel packets, you find these in most postage packets you buy gear from certain companies online, the packets absorb any moisture in the enclosed container. Or you can do the same with rice, package rice in little 1kg string lock bags and the rice also absorbs and moisture inside a container . 👍🏼 ⛺️
Great stuff, Jeff :D Every time I get one with a product, I toss it in my storage containers
This is great information, i’m sure i’ll still make these mistakes. lol. take care my friend
Lol we live and learn, I suppose
Informative and entertaining.. To many fools trying to duplicate hiking do's and don't videos.. I would never think to follow anything those fools have to say.. If I were prettier I would do my own video.
Thank you :D
On long-distance day hikes, don’t wait until you are hungry or thirsty to eat and drink. If you stop to eat only when you feel hungry it’s probably too late, and you will hit an energy wall waiting to digest that food. I try to eat and drink something every 15 minutes while walking. Just a cookie or slice of fruit and a few gulps of water is sufficient. Later on when you take a sitting lunch break, you won’t feel the need to gorge, leaving a huge mass of food to digest when you get back on the trail.
Good advice
At minute mark 1:33, who is that good looking guy with that dirty water 😁😁. Good tips brother and cool video 👍👍
Lol I don't know if I would say "good looking" XD JK
I always carry extra food and water! And I would recommend it especially for beginners!
Totally agree!
i have not hiked yet. Your information is clean to me budget was in my mind ..but those little info probably has saved me .thanks for your time to youtube .
My pleasure!! I appreciate you watching and sharing the love :D
I like to buy everything on the budget side and when things start to brake I replace them with an expensive one, it save on the initial cost and over time you’ll have really nice equipment
Great point!
Thank god that in new Zealand we can just drink from pretty much any river/creek lol
That is awesome :D
I store my bladder in the freezer after washing, I’m thinking you could do that with the filters too? Helps eliminate the chance of mold/mildew.
Most filters, if they reach temperatures below freezing, it ruins them because there are tiny pores in the filter that act as the barrier for the water to go through to clean it, but when they freeze, the ice expands the pores so they no longer filter the water the way they should. Stuff that can make you sick can get through the pores since they have been frozen and enlarged
@@JeremiahStringer oh, good point!!! That would be no bueno for the filter then. Thanks for the info. 👍🏻
AHA! At 7:15 we're discussing excellent ideas to air out wetness from our water drinking gear. Once you've shaken out your gear and let it dry out in the open air for some time, it occurred to me to have around a cup of rice in the gear container which acts like a desiccant to absorb RESIDUAL moisture in the air. No, it's not a miracle substance to "suck out" water from a cellphone, but it actually does help absorb moisture if that's all you have on hand. Otherwise, you can go online and buy some DampRid if your storage area has lots of moisture.
Great stuff :D
“What, so everyone's supposed to sleep every single night now? ... Haha couldn’t resist with your shirt. Thanks for everything brotha
XD
Thanks to your tip , I thought to empty my pack and get all of my gear cleaned up. I got back from a week out last weekend and while there wasn't much condensation , its definitely a good idea to hang up my stuff and let it air out. Especially my dogs gear hahah thanks bud
Lol yeah it gets stinky quick
For your bin of water gear, I imagine that would be a great place to toss all the little silicone packets that come in packaging.
That’s exactly what I do
its so true, base weight really doesn't matter unless you're older or small etc, I mean big differences like 20 pounds or whatever really does matter especially on week/month-long trips, but I went through all of high school carrying cast iron pans on week-long backpacking trips hahaha. Not smart either, but I just had to work a little harder. It's funny to see 20-year-old fit dudes with ultralight setups for 3 day trips, it's just overkill.
obviously different if you backpack a TON or then maybe worth it
I'm still working on mine lol
Whose driving Rick’s flying saucers on your shirt?? 😂 great video! I friggin love Rick and Morty
Lol it's Rick, but drawn in hyper time
Love it! Great show the other day! You guys f*cking rock!
like some things i think of i am thinking of getting a reflective vest but is it really necessary?
I wear one when I walk on the road around town. Like walking the dogs, but I don't on trail. Orange for hunting season at times I can do
Sawyer Squeeze is really hard to let go! Best filter out there!
Love it :D
I feel filtering is like wearing a condom, better safe than sorry.
Love our sawyer squeeze for our muskeg water
Jeremiah awesome video, I love your videos and listen to the podcast everyday on my way to work I still consider myself a newbie and have hiked a few state parks perks of traveling for a my job lol haven’t done any long trails but I’d like to plan one
Thank you so much, Chris :D Really appreciate all that support. Long Trails are great, but so is getting out any time you can. Even if it's local for one night
When you talked about storing your sleeping bag you said don't store it compressed due to moisture and mold. You also shouldn't store it compressed due to what it does to the insulation.
Very good point :D
great tips. btw, relax... chocolate is high in calories/oz. Its rated as an ultralite food option.
Love me some chocolate
What do u do with all the old cheap gear?
I keep mine to take others on trail with me
I also tend to either overpack or underpack the amount of food. Usually I overpack as I find during hot days I don't eat as much. But on the times I don't bring as much food, I will have a snack and/or a meal stashed at the truck just in case. It also helps if I decide to stop at a scenic area for a lunch break on my way home. I also keep a change of clothes in the vehicle. Shorts & shirt and some sweats. This way if I'm really nasty I can put on some clean clothes or if the weather turns cooler than expected I have some sweats to throw on if I'm chilled.
Ooh the change of clothes in the vehicle is so clutch :D
Me and my GF always split the weight evenly. When we're weighing our packs, I put 4-5 20 ounce fishing weights in mine to lighten my load a bit. Just toss those out on the trail after our first rest break.
I’m confused
@@JeremiahStringer our packs weigh the same in the beginning, but then I toss out the weights, and then the hike is much easier for me. I carry all the food too. By the end of the trip, I've only got my sleeping bag and a couple bottles of water. 😂
For most of us (looking at me, here) if I want to cut a few ounces off my trail weight I can lose some fat.
Yeah, cheaper to lose a couple pounds in the belly than the pack.
So true!!
30 seconds into the first of your videos i've ever seen...and you keep a Gorge map on your wall? Winning :)
Edit after watching: Nicely done. I liked how you approached the balance between overpacking and not having critical items on hand. Food isn't meant to be carried for days in your pack and then go home with you due to having too much of it. Cheers.
Lol thanks for the support
I store my Sawyer Squeeze with the backflush side down to let gravity do some of the work. Then I use the syringe on the backflush side and vigoursly push air thru until no more drops of water come out. Store in open zip lock bag.
Great idea! :D
Rain gear: buy Army Surplus gortex....can be had in new shape for $50, will last a lifetime. i use for hiking ,hunting, ATV rides and the parka and pants have never failed. even in hurricane rain. only con...its heavy
Great stuff :D
I recognize the JMT immediately that's my trekking grounds. Very unknown region but very unique geologically. The park has the largest slot canyon in Tennessee the highest freestanding sandstone cliff in the state and the largest stone arch on this side of the Mississippi river.
Had no idea! Thank you for sharing :D
Do I need a new sawyer squeeze filter for each hiking season? I used mine only a week last summer. Do I need a new one?? I backflushed it.
As long as you backflushed it and dried it out properly then you should be good to go.
Some folks recommend backflushing with bleach (non-fragrant, 1 cap per quart of water)
Key thing is to ensure that it's dry and that you don't seal it up with end caps while wet inside as this can lead to mold.
If stored correctly like this the limiting factor will be the volume of water filtered.
Someone may have a different opinion, but I've been using the Sawyer Mini for a few years and never had issues with storing it.
@@henryvandeventer2457 thank you!! Yes I left it open, backflushed it, ànd everything. I was hoping this was enough
Like the bleach option. Next time.
Have a great day!! Happy hiking!!
@@graciel3725 Happy to help.
The bleach flush is a personal choice. Some folks claim it has to be done while others tell you not to do it.
Happy hiking
@@henryvandeventer2457 thanks again! So great to meet people on the eTrail. :) lol
I agree with Henry :D I use mine until it stops working and I backflush it with filtered water after every trip
Hey bro nice to meet you, just found you today and really pleased we have. Keep up the good work. Thanks so much for your hints and advice. Stay safe and see you soon. X
My pleasure!!
Love this. Great content!
Glad you enjoy it!
Better to over pack than under pack!
Totally agree
Thanks for your great videos!
Glad you like them!
I like quality items I can use every day. I will go on the cheaper end if I am only going to be using it only 15 times a year.
Good stuff
People buy all kinds of cool gear. I like gear myself but I use my army ruck and some left over military gear I had and just supplement with some little gear - some kind of spare water container and a tin cup for a hot beverage. Other than that I just toss in mre’s. I try to take the least amount of gear as possible. I don’t mind being a minimalist
Sometimes less choices on trail is perfect :D
im from indonesia, water management is very crucial here for hiking. many mountain here doesnt have source of water and i often passed by other hikers ran out of water
Water is life :D
Hint 4... I was taught when you are at a water crossing it is best to undo your hip belt so if you do slip you're able to easily get your arms out and be able to get yourself upright.
Good idea there
Every backpacking trip I’ve taken has been different. Like the trail, my packing changes but not the basics!
True that!
Gotta ask. Do you use a beard straightener?
Lol not yet
Sugar is very heavy. It's in everything and does not provide lasting energy. It is in your Knore sides too. Limit your chocolate (i carry it too, lol) to 2 - 4 squares per day for end of day before bed. Cook your rice or quinoa with the sauce then dehydrste it and carrry that. Its way way lighter and doent have the surgar weight thats in Knore or Uncle Bens sidrs. Pasta doesnt have a lot of energy in it. Use cooked an dyhydrated (even if its parboiled ruce) brown rice and if you eat meat use pre cooked and dehydrated meats. I do this for my dog's food and its much lighter than uncooked and dyhydrated meats. For snacks dyhydrate apples, banana, (not cranberrry, mango, dates, rasins or other heavy fruits) zuchini, cucumber, carrot, mushroom. I dehydrate a lot of different vegtables and add it to base (rice quinoa) as desired. It weighs practicalky nothing and provides lasting energy. I eat twice a day, morning night, and on my last 3 week hike was skiping meals cause i just wasn't hungry enough. I also carry a meal replacement and full vitamin spectrum powder drink (vega one) which I use sometimes for lunch. .. what else, I see here, bread is too heavy so no. Dehydrate the "chicken creations" or make your own and dehydrate. A palm full or almonds probably has more energy that the whole bag of doritos and tkae less space, though i wouldn't carry to much, like 1/4 cup per day. Bars are mainly corn syrup or palm oil and heavy, I'd recommend taking a look at what nuts or berries are in it and only carry the nuts and some berries cause the syrup is just sugar and gooey liquid weight. The sugar slows you down and weighs you down and the nuts and berries provide the energy.
There's definitely a lot that we can do to maximize caloric intake balanced with weight. Great thoughts :D
Thanks. I think on it a lot when hiking because ai had major food issues on my first distance hike and I'm vegitarian.
I can now easily carry 2 weeks food supply if needed. And considering all the help I've had with light gear from youtubers such as yourself.
Also the packaging on the Knore (and the number of bars vs one ziplock) is heavier and bulkier than a ziplock snack bag, so its good to transfer them and get rid of the plastisized paper.
I'm very interested in Miles Per Day info. It'd be great if you could do a new update video about this from last years video. I do about 15-17km max and want to up it somehow. I think my major issue is i dont get up early enough. I usually start around 9 or 10a and hike to dark. I take 3-6 stops to put my legs up to allow my knees to reduce swelling. Im above average fitnes but have swelling in one knee and back pain. I reduced my gear load by about 3 lb this year but maybe i should measure it.. it's deffinaltly light and not noticable any more.. And i now use poles and it helps my issues and with going a bit faster. My dog slows me a bit. He was falling over falling asleep sitting, lol, so he needs naps. Any suggestions or a new vid would be great.
The streets in my city run deeper every monsoon than that "river".
That sucks
Do you have a link for the $30 frog togg jacket?
www.froggtoggs.com/xtreme-lite-jacket?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIvb-a0PO38gIVgYfICh28jw0DEAQYASABEgJr4vD_BwE
It's true if you make holes in the container it let's out the humidity
Good stuff
Love this guy!!!! He knows his stuff
Thank you, Ben! :D
Let me tell you about my worst mistake I ever made in my life, I gathered some water (filtered ) with a sawyer, but shortly after I did I looked up stream, there was poison ivy all around the small stream. I got it internally and had to be hospitalized it was in my bloodstream. So avoid that guys. Side note( hydration bladder-inline sawyer) very nice very nice don't even have to stop to filter just fill the bag and drink.
😟 Wow
Oh that sucks!!
Nice videos! We're planning to start camping as a family in October and don't have any gear yet. I haven't seen people talking about larger tents. We're 7 people (5 kids 5-14yrs). Should we take one big tent? Two tents? Any thoughts anyone, for a good solution that wouldn't cost us a ton of money? We want to visit our local decathlon soon.
Great videos, thanks!
I would put the youngest kid in the tent with you and your spouse. Then do two other tents and have each pair of kids split the weight, but I don't know the specifics of your family so you may have to modify that. I would check out the Strawbridge Family. The whole family has thru hiked the AT, PCT and CDT so thousands of miles together. Would be a great resource for your family to learn from
@@JeremiahStringer Thanks!
Great stuff!
Thank you :D
Nashville tennessee camper here…would love to chat dude..great channel…fellow ginger ✊🏻😂
Appreciate the love :D You got a great state for backpacking
I agree on the weight point alot alot, NEVER ever compensate weight with durability. Had this bad experience hiking Mount Kinabalu. One more thing, NEVER pack anything in front of your body, as it compresses your chest and drenches your stamina. Hike with ONLY small, fast steps, lengthwise its called feet for a reason. Also, Poncho is a must, the insulation is as good as jackets.
I don't like anything in front of me either :D
Crossing water? Loosen your pack. So you can shimmy out rather then drown when your pack gets stuck between rocks if you get swept away.
Great advice :D
That perfect spot would be defined in economics as a persons utility and it applies to everything in life. We are all different and are willing to give up some things for others. Most important thing don't be dumb out there, know your skill level, and always be prepared please.
Great thoughts AJ :D
Thank you for the video love it!!
I really appreciate you watching :D Glad you enjoyed it!
My worst mistake: Hiking in perfect weather over the Presidential Range. 60 degrees, maximum visibility, not a cloud in the sky.. and not a bit of sunscreen on the legs. Just plain forgot I was above tree-line and my pasty-white legs hadn't been exposed to direct sunlight since about forever. 2nd degree burns; blisters started the next morning. Had to get off trail for three weeks; not a good idea to camp with open sores.
Sounds super painful!!
@@JeremiahStringer Actually, I was hiking with Crusher and he was similarly impressed, but I have to admit to the secret: it was oozy and nasty, but not really painful. Don't know why. Maybe all the nerve endings were dead or something.
The biggest mistake a lot of beginners make is when you come to our small towns from your big cities, is to NOT shit on top of the ground. You don't shit on top of the ground in the city you came from. Please don't do it when you come here.
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Why not? You small town folks let your dogs shit EVERYWHERE
Firmly following the buy once cry once ethos. Opting for a great quality, light weight, well insulated sleeping pad, tent, sleeping bag and backpack will save me in the long term. The merino wool socks are pricey as well but holy smokes my feet have never been happier. 👌
Good choice!
Is the frogtog jacket that is cloth good for backpacking? I’m new to this but I’ve had one for many years and it’s great for what it’s been used for
I haven't tried one that is cloth. Only the ones that are kind of like a plastic feeling
I recommend trying it. Breathable and durable. and the water just beads right off it. Can put it in washer and hang dries super quick
Leave the lid off the bin with the water gear, better air circulation, less chance of mold. For long term storage put hoses and bags (not the filter) in the freezer.
Great advice!!
Great video and very helpful. Always good to get tips so as not repeat someone else's "oops." Quick question: Which Osprey backpack do you use and do you have any specific comments regarding it? Likes or dislikes? Thanks and please keep those videos coming!
I use the Osprey Atmos 65 Liter. I did a full video of it on my channel if you wanna check it out :D
Thank you. I did find that video a few days ago and it looks like a great pack. Looks like a visit to REI this weekend! Between the Atmos & the REI Flash 55 I hope to find a winner. Regards.@@JeremiahStringer
Ive been hiking for 40 years and I still bring too much food every time.
not enough matches or fire starters.
and over estimating or underestimating how long I have to get to a campsite.
Either I get to camp late and have to setup my tent in the dark, or I get to camp too early so that I have too much time before going to sleep.
but I think the most common beginner mistake is bringing a book. I don't know anyone who wants to read after a hike. Besides your probably going to be concerned about saving battery power on your lighting for just basically seeing were you're going.
Yeah a book is one of the heaviest items
totally agree with a lot of this, we decided to buy some great gear, yeah expensive... but we know it will be worth the extra money. we do have a few budget items that we will get better versions of later. check out our hikes on our channel, more better ones are come, specifically Hike 6 or 52 is gonna be great, Lily Lake & the Oyster Dome plus a night of freezing cold winter camping. that vid is gonna be released not this weekend but next. we already went, it was a blast.
Sounds like a great trip :D Buy once cry once lol
@@JeremiahStringer not gonna lie, your subscription to our channel would be a great help to us, (if you enjoy that is) it would put our content in your subscribers recommendations