I don't want to be this guy but I was getting advised myself years ago - VERY IMPORTANT! - do not store sleeping bags packed in. Only pack it into compression bag when you literally carry it from camp to camp. Sleeping bag insulation hardly works whan compressed. I had friends in winter bags getting cold at 10 degrees nights as their insutaltion never had "relax" time. All in all I wish you tons of fun and great adventures :)
agreed, first thing i do when i get set up is sleeping bag out and give it a good fluff up, also good buy on that mat, its a good 3 season mat, mats play a huge part in a sleep system, almost more than your sleeping bag as most the cold your insulating against is the ground. i do like a mat that fits inside my bag though.
It’s always great to see new people getting into the camping scene, and it’s always nice to see what kit they buy. Reminds me of when I first started 😊 great video Sophie, I’m looking forward to the next one, all the best, Brian.
Sophie, just stuff the sleeping bag in. Don't roll it up. Start at one end and just keep stuffing it in the outer bag. You'll find it goes in quite easily. All the best. Jon
Good luck for your future rambles and wild camps I've only just started wild camping this year and I've learned something new every time I've been out so best wishes
Looks like a great setup. I myself went for a similar tent and have the Vango Sherpa rucksack. You don't need all the top price gear to get out and have fun. You can upgrade when necessary. Have a great time and don't overthink it.
Hi, you've started the process and its a learning curve. Striking the balance with cost and efficiency of products. Ultimately you will want the lightest pack going but still be comfortable. Paul Messner addresses this constantly on his channel. Things like reducing unnecessary weight and/or bulk. I do a lot of overnighter camps and try to cut down on weight on as many bits as is possible as overall savings add up. Your stove is more than adequate however i would just take a smaller gas cylinder with that stove as the 500g will last forever unless you plan on cooking 3 meals a day for a week or 2. Get some cheap scales and a gas valve and just top up the smaller cylinder on return. My first aid kit is really basic with more personal stuff as i would really know or be able to do much with loads of triangular bandages etc and probably incapacitated anyway! Well get out there and enjoy the learning process and look forward to see how you develop. 😊
Nice video . Wet wipes .small micro towel (for drying yourself and tent ) Sun cream .and glasses .and sting cream .hat Small washbag A long sleeve top to sleep in -keeps arms warm . For water bottles .i ise a 1 liter inside the bag (this is for cooking with in camp )and 3 500 ml bottles on the out side pocket for drinking while walking .always refill these where you can .as its easy to run out . Look forward to your first video .
A water filter would help lighten the weight. A Sawyer Squeeze will probably last the longest (if you clean it correctly) but others have a faster flow rate. An empty 2 litre pop bottle makes a good, strong water bottle. For me, the most important thing, is to be able to stay dry at the end of the day. You must have a dry sleep system and clothes to lie in. If you are dry, it's relatively easy to stay warm. If wet, as soon as you stop, you are fighting the cold. I've been going hypothermic in summer in the Lakes (horrendous conditions). Getting into my dry clothing, sleeping bag and shelter, I warmed up quickly. I have a sack waterproof liner and a dry bag for my sleeping bag. Some just put it on the base of the sack and stack other stuff on top. It's too easy for me that way to get a wet sleeping bag. The gaps, I fill with a thin fleece and down jacket, etc. with a 48l rucksack, I can do multiple days in an English winter. Best of luck on your journey.
I would highly recommend getting a good pair of gloves also, your hands can get really messed up in the outdoors, specially if you do any campfires. Permetherin is also good treatment for the tent, clothes etc. for bug control. Lifeboat matches are great for backups also.
Well done Sophie I started backpacking again 2 years ago after a 40 year break. There are lots of tips and hints available on YT check out Paul Messner and Abbie Barnes. Your running kit will be great clothing for backpacking - even though the outdoor suppliers try to convince you otherwise - good luck
I have seen on some trekking channel that the most convenient way to carry eggs is to break them and put them in a small half liter bottle, that way you wont get an accidental cracked egg to leak of course this apply only for scrambled eggs and if you eat them the same day.
I have made my mistakes but gradually got better. I bought quilt, smaller and lighter than a bag. A Thermarest mattress, rolls up the size of a Coca Cola can, I bought. Lanshan one tent, 1kg, rolls up small, on the outside of my rucksack, then only take what I use. Clothing, 2 pairs, socks, 2 underwear, Bryne base layer, shirt, midlayer,😂etc. I'm a minimist I think, all based on only take what I actually use. The TouTube lady Lauren Roderick, she has perfect the art, she's worth watching.
Came across your channel by chance saw your name. I subscribed to give your url to my daughter who has the same name as you. I have over 50 years camping experience. I am planning on taking her to Scotland eventually back packing. I will get her to follow your camping trips for her to see places she might want to visit. Good luck with your adventures. Carry some grey duck tape wrapped around a old credit card for repairs. Also a black bin bag can be very useful, eg a extra cover. Take at least a meter of cord with you, many surprises happen when out camping. Make sure you weight all the stuff you be amazed how it all adds up. Wish you luck.
No point spending a lot for your 1st wild camp.i wouldn't use the sleep pad outside of summer as theres no r value in it. Id suggest getting a filter for future trips saves carrying a lot of water.as for kit you will soon dial your kit in and ditch things you dont use or need.
Love the inflatable mat though; so many uncomfortable festival camps on a pointless roll mat haha, as for the bowl, you could definitely get one meant for dogs that are exactly the same for cheaper, but overall a great set of items!
Enjoy your first wild camp. Would love to know the overall weight? If it’s anything like my experience you will quickly catch the wild camping bug and spend the next two years switching gear with a focus on reducing weight whilst trying to retain comfort and quality😂
3 items I can suggest if you go wild camping and need a lighter pack. 1. Sea to Summit Watercell. I have the 4L and is plenty for a night with some water to spare for washing dishes etc. 2. Sea to Summit collapsible kettle. Your kettle looked a bit big there lol! 3. Grayl Geopress water purifier. They're expensive but worth every penny, I bought the white one. I have the Trekology UL80 air bed as well which I use for the summer, I don't think there's a better one you can buy at that price, great choice!
The best way to fit your sleeping bag back into the compression bag is to stuff it in foot end first. Rolling the bag and then stuffing it creases the bag in the same spot more often and might result in worse insulation in those creased spots. You don't want cold spots in your sleeping bag.
Just found your channel. I've watched a few and looking forward to seeing more (just subscribed too) Keep up the great work I have the Soto Windmaster and it's the best stove I've ever had. Great choice imo.
Love your enthusiastic and slightly innocent description of your items - sheer enjoyment - the habit of buying will grow I assure you - from another happy camper
I love those 6 egg holders, I've don't the whole ultralite jet boil style cooking with freeze dried bags, I like to do a bit of cooking now including some fried eggs, not much more weight and I enjoy it so why not? I've also started slow cooking thermally with my vargo bot, making duck cassole etc, it's great! @@markwalker4485
You are so committed Let me know your delivery address and I will donate a new lifesystems midge hat, smidge spray and a 3 dry bags. Thanks for the video and love to see people enjoying the outdoors.
Looks like you've got everything covered there, except maybe some way of filtering/treating water. No sense in spending a fortune on kit, just in case you find you don't like wild camping.
I've got the same mat, which I bought a trekology pump sack for. I've got a vango nitestar, but got the 375. Has to upgrade to 80 litre backpack. Not sure if to get the Soto or just get a OEX Etna
The sleeping bag comes with a stuff sack, you just stuff it in, feet first. If you wanted a smaller sleeping bag, look at getting a Snugpak jungle blanket to go with it. They’re tiny and super warm. The rest of you list looks pretty decent. I hope you enjoy the camping
I used to have a tent like yours, my pole snapped because I failed to realise that pole and sleeve can stick together like glue when wet. Make sure your pole is properly in its sleeve before slotting it in to the grommets.
If you can afford it, push the boat away from Eurohike - I got a Tamar and it arrived damaged, so after sending it back, bought a Vango Banshee as my trekking tent. Berghaus is also a brilliant brand but defo more pricey! Enjoy your adventures!
Really enjoyed this video, also just watched the one of your first solo wild camp. Congratulations on the great content in your vids, I am from Carlisle and often go over the border up to Scotland. Great scenery. Thanks for sharing.
Just got back from my first ever solo hike / camp. Used by puffy coat as my warm layer and pillow abd padding for my bag straps because they made me want to cry ... also walked 20 miles in hours which was way too much for a first time so now crying with sore feet 😂😂 looking forward to watching how yours and future one's went
I keep it to the bearest minimal ..tent , sleeping bag , food and water , lighters , phone , ..and my rab puffer jacket which doubles as a pillow, and i think can survive for a bit , oh! And my bank card aswell ..never leave home without that .
Blowing the air mats with your mouth puts moisture in them. It'll grow mold which isn't good for your lungs. In minus temps air mats can be bad because if they get punctured you will freeze your a off feeling the ground below. I use them but they age quickly. Brambles do adhesive body warmers. Multi packs are cheap on Amazon. In regards to the cooking equipment. If you are ever passing a power hose at a garage that's a quick way to blast off them lol For bugs, coffee grounds mixed with a little bit of wax, (make a cone shape), that'll burn for a long time, it's much cheaper and probably better for your lungs than burning whatever is in those mosquito coils. Pocket tissues and wet wipes are better than a roll of toilet roll. They're individually wrapped,stay dry, take up little space. Some people bring a poopshovel if you don't want that just put a big rock on top of 💩 so nobody stands in it + flies won't visit camp. Mice can be about at night, store food correctly and do things like tuck your shoe laces into your boots. I've seen peoples get chewed and you don't want to be in the wild with boots and no laces lol. You can get waterproof cover for those backpacks pretty cheap. They often come in visible colours with reflective strips if you find yourself on country roads that's handy. However some bright colours like neon yellow or orange can attract wasps in certain countries lol Part of the fun of camping is the preparation. There's so many different ways to get yourself out there. Your kit constantly grows and changes. Those ultra light backpackers do crazy things like cut your tooth brush in half just to save a few grams lol but yeh any anxiety about a trip is usually in the preparation stage. Once you're out there doing it that all goes away. It's good to see you enjoying it. I'm excited to get back out there myself. If going alone always tell people where you will be and when you expect to be back. There's a documentary on RUclips called "without bounds - a perspective on mobile living" it's pretty interesting seeing others live a nomadic life
Thanks for the tips, im going to do the west highland way for the first time on my own and I got my tent half price for £50, sleeping bag for £30, Kangol walking boots down in price for £45, just need to get a rucksack and a few bits and bobs but im happy with what I bought and just can't wait to get away, best wishes 🏴👍
Lanshan (1 or 2) tent - osprey backpack (buy once ,cry once) - the BRS-3000T stove - lite Af sleeping mat - oex 2/3 season sleeping bag - trekology ul80 - trekology aluft deluxe pillow - cheap walking poles, spork, 450ml camping cup, rechargeable head torch, sillicon bowl - sawyer mini water filter for the money its a really good liteweight kit recommended to any starters
Re your sleeping pad, dont blow it up, introduces moisture from your breath, use the flextail. Look at getting a lightweight sheet of tyvek to use under the tent footprint for extra protection. Eggs, recommend getting kitchen paper or thin bubble wrap to line that eggbox, they will be loose and rattle, possibly cracking.
if you find your ruck a bit on the large side, i have been loving the Dutch Military 39L Hyena Day Sack Bag for a day/weekend rucksack, can get them from preppersshop. i use to swear by my karrimor sabre 45, loved the option to add the side pockets or water bladder via the PLCE zippers, but found i didnt use them as much as i thought i would.
Your doing great, accumulate things as you go along miss. Dont worry about the top of range snobs, the main thing is your getting out there! Some advice being an Ex British Paratrooper, pack light freeze at night! Always have emergency rations in your pack, a compass and a water purifier! Subscribed to your channel, best wishes and enjoy yourself and stay safe. Atb Andre 😊🎉
Well done, good gear to start. If I may... ditch the large water bottle and pick up two steel single wall bottles, about 800ml or so, in the winter you can use them as hot water bottles, also a water purifier of some sort, you didn't mention one. As you go out more the gear you use will change, under my bed I've boxes of things not used for many moons, but find stuff that works for you, a smaller gas bottle, once you get into it weight is important, out for one night carry a 100ml gas can and refill it from a large one, easy peasy. Enjoy...
need a thin mat for under the ul80, i cut a thrid off my old school mat for a seating pad, which also helps take the pressure off the tent when your sitting kneeling on one spot a lot. buy some bigger tent spikes and always take 2 or 3 with you.
Hey, good video, enjoyed that! Your gear is all good, I’d definitely use a compressor where you can instead of blowing it up with your mouth, just saves filling stuff with moisture. I really hope you enjoy your first trip and I’ve signed to see how it goes. Stay safe
To get your sleeping bag in easier, don’t roll or fold it, stuff it in from the bottom first to allow the air to come out. It comes with a “stuff sack” to pack it in.
It was £79.99 when I bought it although I saw they recently went down to £69.99 (link in the description if they're still in stock). You can defo buy a cheaper one though, I just bought this as it was a reasonable price and spec from the same shop I bought a lot of other stuff from! :)
@@SophieOutdoors thanks for the reply, yeah I seen one down from £89 to £60, doing the west highland way on Wednesday coming, can't wait to get away, thanks again 👍
WARNING ON THAT EGG BOX ⚠️ you need to use a cloth or something soft to fill the spaces. I put the eggs straight in and they rattled around and cracked :(
I don't want to be this guy but I was getting advised myself years ago - VERY IMPORTANT! - do not store sleeping bags packed in. Only pack it into compression bag when you literally carry it from camp to camp. Sleeping bag insulation hardly works whan compressed. I had friends in winter bags getting cold at 10 degrees nights as their insutaltion never had "relax" time. All in all I wish you tons of fun and great adventures :)
agreed, first thing i do when i get set up is sleeping bag out and give it a good fluff up, also good buy on that mat, its a good 3 season mat, mats play a huge part in a sleep system, almost more than your sleeping bag as most the cold your insulating against is the ground. i do like a mat that fits inside my bag though.
Not a beginner but there is something great about watching someone prepare for their first trip! Love this video. Cheers from the states!
It’s always great to see new people getting into the camping scene, and it’s always nice to see what kit they buy. Reminds me of when I first started 😊 great video Sophie, I’m looking forward to the next one, all the best, Brian.
Sophie, just stuff the sleeping bag in. Don't roll it up. Start at one end and just keep stuffing it in the outer bag. You'll find it goes in quite easily. All the best. Jon
@@jontyers47 and remember to stuff it in footbox first? Less hassle. Good luck and enjoy.
Im sure someone else has addressed it but sleeping bags are normally stuffed into the stuff sack starting with the feet end.
What a spectacular room.
Good luck for your future rambles and wild camps I've only just started wild camping this year and I've learned something new every time I've been out so best wishes
Looks like a great setup.
I myself went for a similar tent and have the Vango Sherpa rucksack. You don't need all the top price gear to get out and have fun. You can upgrade when necessary. Have a great time and don't overthink it.
Hi, you've started the process and its a learning curve.
Striking the balance with cost and efficiency of products.
Ultimately you will want the lightest pack going but still be comfortable.
Paul Messner addresses this constantly on his channel.
Things like reducing unnecessary weight and/or bulk.
I do a lot of overnighter camps and try to cut down on weight on as many bits as is possible as overall savings add up.
Your stove is more than adequate however i would just take a smaller gas cylinder with that stove as the 500g will last forever unless you plan on cooking 3 meals a day for a week or 2.
Get some cheap scales and a gas valve and just top up the smaller cylinder on return.
My first aid kit is really basic with more personal stuff as i would really know or be able to do much with loads of triangular bandages etc and probably incapacitated anyway!
Well get out there and enjoy the learning process and look forward to see how you develop.
😊
Enjoy yourself duck , it’s a great adventure
I love watching what people have bought I’m weird like that lol
Nice video .
Wet wipes .small micro towel (for drying yourself and tent )
Sun cream .and glasses .and sting cream .hat
Small washbag
A long sleeve top to sleep in -keeps arms warm .
For water bottles .i ise a 1 liter inside the bag (this is for cooking with in camp )and 3 500 ml bottles on the out side pocket for drinking while walking .always refill these where you can .as its easy to run out .
Look forward to your first video .
A water filter would help lighten the weight. A Sawyer Squeeze will probably last the longest (if you clean it correctly) but others have a faster flow rate. An empty 2 litre pop bottle makes a good, strong water bottle.
For me, the most important thing, is to be able to stay dry at the end of the day. You must have a dry sleep system and clothes to lie in. If you are dry, it's relatively easy to stay warm. If wet, as soon as you stop, you are fighting the cold. I've been going hypothermic in summer in the Lakes (horrendous conditions). Getting into my dry clothing, sleeping bag and shelter, I warmed up quickly. I have a sack waterproof liner and a dry bag for my sleeping bag. Some just put it on the base of the sack and stack other stuff on top. It's too easy for me that way to get a wet sleeping bag. The gaps, I fill with a thin fleece and down jacket, etc. with a 48l rucksack, I can do multiple days in an English winter. Best of luck on your journey.
I would highly recommend getting a good pair of gloves also, your hands can get really messed up in the outdoors, specially if you do any campfires. Permetherin is also good treatment for the tent, clothes etc. for bug control. Lifeboat matches are great for backups also.
I’m just in the process of collecting gear to start too! Thanks for sharing 😊
Well done Sophie I started backpacking again 2 years ago after a 40 year break. There are lots of tips and hints available on YT check out Paul Messner and Abbie Barnes. Your running kit will be great clothing for backpacking - even though the outdoor suppliers try to convince you otherwise - good luck
Thanks for the tips! I discovered Paul Messner recently and love his videos, so will check out Abbie Barnes as well :)
I have seen on some trekking channel that the most convenient way to carry eggs is to break them and put them in a small half liter bottle, that way you wont get an accidental cracked egg to leak of course this apply only for scrambled eggs and if you eat them the same day.
wd40 to remove ticks, they drop out by themselves.
Great video, just starting out myself, subscribed 👍
New sub here! So good to see another woman out and about in the Scottish wilderness! Keep it up 🏴🌲💙
I have a 50L bag and have never filled it, if I had known how big to go for at the time I would a bought a 40L.
how do you get everything in? Clothes plus food plus wet weather stuff as well as the camping gear.
I have made my mistakes but gradually got better. I bought quilt, smaller and lighter than a bag. A Thermarest mattress, rolls up the size of a Coca Cola can, I bought. Lanshan one tent, 1kg, rolls up small, on the outside of my rucksack, then only take what I use. Clothing, 2 pairs, socks, 2 underwear, Bryne base layer, shirt, midlayer,😂etc. I'm a minimist I think, all based on only take what I actually use. The TouTube lady Lauren Roderick, she has perfect the art, she's worth watching.
Came across your channel by chance saw your name. I subscribed to give your url to my daughter who has the same name as you. I have over 50 years camping experience. I am planning on taking her to Scotland eventually back packing. I will get her to follow your camping trips for her to see places she might want to visit. Good luck with your adventures. Carry some grey duck tape wrapped around a old credit card for repairs. Also a black bin bag can be very useful, eg a extra cover. Take at least a meter of cord with you, many surprises happen when out camping. Make sure you weight all the stuff you be amazed how it all adds up. Wish you luck.
Like to see you getting all that in a 65l bag, plus all your clothing too and the total weight as well...Still a good way to start though 🙂
No point spending a lot for your 1st wild camp.i wouldn't use the sleep pad outside of summer as theres no r value in it. Id suggest getting a filter for future trips saves carrying a lot of water.as for kit you will soon dial your kit in and ditch things you dont use or need.
Love the inflatable mat though; so many uncomfortable festival camps on a pointless roll mat haha, as for the bowl, you could definitely get one meant for dogs that are exactly the same for cheaper, but overall a great set of items!
Enjoy your first wild camp. Would love to know the overall weight? If it’s anything like my experience you will quickly catch the wild camping bug and spend the next two years switching gear with a focus on reducing weight whilst trying to retain comfort and quality😂
3 items I can suggest if you go wild camping and need a lighter pack.
1. Sea to Summit Watercell. I have the 4L and is plenty for a night with some water to spare for washing dishes etc.
2. Sea to Summit collapsible kettle. Your kettle looked a bit big there lol!
3. Grayl Geopress water purifier. They're expensive but worth every penny, I bought the white one.
I have the Trekology UL80 air bed as well which I use for the summer, I don't think there's a better one you can buy at that price, great choice!
The best way to fit your sleeping bag back into the compression bag is to stuff it in foot end first. Rolling the bag and then stuffing it creases the bag in the same spot more often and might result in worse insulation in those creased spots. You don't want cold spots in your sleeping bag.
Dont forget your head torch and a normal back up torch.
Just found your channel. I've watched a few and looking forward to seeing more (just subscribed too)
Keep up the great work
I have the Soto Windmaster and it's the best stove I've ever had. Great choice imo.
Vango Nevis... Good choice 😊
It looks like a Nevis but it's a Regatta. Nevis would have been a better choice, albeit more expensive.
Love your enthusiastic and slightly innocent description of your items - sheer enjoyment - the habit of buying will grow I assure you - from another happy camper
She has ok kit. But I almost died when she said about the 6 eggs holder. I have not seen that for years. I just boil my eggs before I go.
I love those 6 egg holders, I've don't the whole ultralite jet boil style cooking with freeze dried bags, I like to do a bit of cooking now including some fried eggs, not much more weight and I enjoy it so why not? I've also started slow cooking thermally with my vargo bot, making duck cassole etc, it's great! @@markwalker4485
You are so committed Let me know your delivery address and I will donate a new lifesystems midge hat, smidge spray and a 3 dry bags. Thanks for the video and love to see people enjoying the outdoors.
"just need a little treat sometimes" me everyday as i reach for a tasty snack
love this 😂 my go to excuse when I definitely don't need something
I've got the same mat, don't fill it 100% do about 90% and it's so much comfier.
Looking forward to the future camps 🙌🏻 just subbed
Looks like you've got everything covered there, except maybe some way of filtering/treating water. No sense in spending a fortune on kit, just in case you find you don't like wild camping.
Great decision to get the Soto Windmaster stove.😃😃
I've got the same mat, which I bought a trekology pump sack for. I've got a vango nitestar, but got the 375. Has to upgrade to 80 litre backpack. Not sure if to get the Soto or just get a OEX Etna
Etna is £9 at go outdoors at the mo .it really is all the stove you need. Brilliant bit of kit .
The sleeping bag comes with a stuff sack, you just stuff it in, feet first. If you wanted a smaller sleeping bag, look at getting a Snugpak jungle blanket to go with it. They’re tiny and super warm. The rest of you list looks pretty decent. I hope you enjoy the camping
I used to have a tent like yours, my pole snapped because I failed to realise that pole and sleeve can stick together like glue when wet. Make sure your pole is properly in its sleeve before slotting it in to the grommets.
I got a rucksack so far, gonna get a Tamar 2 tent and a sleeping bag soon, can't wait to get started thanks.
If you can afford it, push the boat away from Eurohike - I got a Tamar and it arrived damaged, so after sending it back, bought a Vango Banshee as my trekking tent. Berghaus is also a brilliant brand but defo more pricey! Enjoy your adventures!
Really enjoyed this video, also just watched the one of your first solo wild camp. Congratulations on the great content in your vids, I am from Carlisle and often go over the border up to Scotland. Great scenery. Thanks for sharing.
Lovely video, go for it. you are well set up for some great camping, keep the videos coming. 😁
Just got back from my first ever solo hike / camp. Used by puffy coat as my warm layer and pillow abd padding for my bag straps because they made me want to cry ... also walked 20 miles in hours which was way too much for a first time so now crying with sore feet 😂😂 looking forward to watching how yours and future one's went
I keep it to the bearest minimal ..tent , sleeping bag , food and water , lighters , phone , ..and my rab puffer jacket which doubles as a pillow, and i think can survive for a bit , oh! And my bank card aswell ..never leave home without that .
some great gear there, looking forward to seeing your first camp 👍🏕
Great choice looking forward to your first trip
Blowing the air mats with your mouth puts moisture in them. It'll grow mold which isn't good for your lungs. In minus temps air mats can be bad because if they get punctured you will freeze your a off feeling the ground below. I use them but they age quickly. Brambles do adhesive body warmers. Multi packs are cheap on Amazon.
In regards to the cooking equipment. If you are ever passing a power hose at a garage that's a quick way to blast off them lol
For bugs, coffee grounds mixed with a little bit of wax, (make a cone shape), that'll burn for a long time, it's much cheaper and probably better for your lungs than burning whatever is in those mosquito coils.
Pocket tissues and wet wipes are better than a roll of toilet roll. They're individually wrapped,stay dry, take up little space. Some people bring a poopshovel if you don't want that just put a big rock on top of 💩 so nobody stands in it + flies won't visit camp. Mice can be about at night, store food correctly and do things like tuck your shoe laces into your boots. I've seen peoples get chewed and you don't want to be in the wild with boots and no laces lol.
You can get waterproof cover for those backpacks pretty cheap. They often come in visible colours with reflective strips if you find yourself on country roads that's handy. However some bright colours like neon yellow or orange can attract wasps in certain countries lol
Part of the fun of camping is the preparation. There's so many different ways to get yourself out there. Your kit constantly grows and changes. Those ultra light backpackers do crazy things like cut your tooth brush in half just to save a few grams lol but yeh any anxiety about a trip is usually in the preparation stage. Once you're out there doing it that all goes away. It's good to see you enjoying it. I'm excited to get back out there myself.
If going alone always tell people where you will be and when you expect to be back.
There's a documentary on RUclips called "without bounds - a perspective on mobile living" it's pretty interesting seeing others live a nomadic life
this is super helpful thanks so much!
think the breathing thing has been debunked
The mold thing isn't true at all.
Cool
Thanks for the tips, im going to do the west highland way for the first time on my own and I got my tent half price for £50, sleeping bag for £30, Kangol walking boots down in price for £45, just need to get a rucksack and a few bits and bobs but im happy with what I bought and just can't wait to get away, best wishes 🏴👍
Lanshan (1 or 2) tent - osprey backpack (buy once ,cry once) - the BRS-3000T stove - lite Af sleeping mat - oex 2/3 season sleeping bag - trekology ul80 - trekology aluft deluxe pillow - cheap walking poles, spork, 450ml camping cup, rechargeable head torch, sillicon bowl - sawyer mini water filter
for the money its a really good liteweight kit recommended to any starters
Re your sleeping pad, dont blow it up, introduces moisture from your breath, use the flextail.
Look at getting a lightweight sheet of tyvek to use under the tent footprint for extra protection.
Eggs, recommend getting kitchen paper or thin bubble wrap to line that eggbox, they will be loose and rattle, possibly cracking.
if you find your ruck a bit on the large side, i have been loving the Dutch Military 39L Hyena Day Sack Bag for a day/weekend rucksack, can get them from preppersshop. i use to swear by my karrimor sabre 45, loved the option to add the side pockets or water bladder via the PLCE zippers, but found i didnt use them as much as i thought i would.
The start of your adventure
Your doing great, accumulate things as you go along miss. Dont worry about the top of range snobs, the main thing is your getting out there! Some advice being an Ex British Paratrooper, pack light freeze at night! Always have emergency rations in your pack, a compass and a water purifier! Subscribed to your channel, best wishes and enjoy yourself and stay safe. Atb Andre 😊🎉
Was it Eggbox 360? 🤣🤣
That collapsible bowl you got, you can get 'dog bowls' that are the same for a pound or so from bargain shops. I got one from Tesco for a pound.
Most sleeping bags like that you just start stuffing them into the bag. You don’t have to roll them up or anything like that
Nice video, have a cool adventure
Well done, good gear to start. If I may... ditch the large water bottle and pick up two steel single wall bottles, about 800ml or so, in the winter you can use them as hot water bottles, also a water purifier of some sort, you didn't mention one.
As you go out more the gear you use will change, under my bed I've boxes of things not used for many moons, but find stuff that works for you, a smaller gas bottle, once you get into it weight is important, out for one night carry a 100ml gas can and refill it from a large one, easy peasy. Enjoy...
I’m currently doing 11 nights on Dartmoor. I’ll be sure to watch this on my return!
need a thin mat for under the ul80, i cut a thrid off my old school mat for a seating pad, which also helps take the pressure off the tent when your sitting kneeling on one spot a lot. buy some bigger tent spikes and always take 2 or 3 with you.
Hey, good video, enjoyed that! Your gear is all good, I’d definitely use a compressor where you can instead of blowing it up with your mouth, just saves filling stuff with moisture. I really hope you enjoy your first trip and I’ve signed to see how it goes. Stay safe
good video
I hang my sleeping bags inside yard bags with a small hole cut for hanging. Then, before packing for hiking, I re-loft the sleeping bag. Works great.
I have got all the gears but lacking time n luck! 😂 Anyway looking forward to see u camping!
2:58 we also use it to get the fire going but its loud hahha
That's soooo wild😅
I like the look of your regatta tent,I think you made a good choice…
Im heading out for my first night camping tonight! in the Pentlands, its so windy today too 🤣
awesome good luck!! It is super windy today haha, but I'm sure you'll be able to find somewhere sheltered - at least it'll keep the bugs away 😆
To get your sleeping bag in easier, don’t roll or fold it, stuff it in from the bottom first to allow the air to come out. It comes with a “stuff sack” to pack it in.
Look forward to seeing who it all turns out. God Bless and remember…have fun
Nice vid
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dude HOW do you only have 440 subs this vid is so cool 😭
hahaha thanks! this actually made my day 😂
Pack liner to keep all things dry. Packs are not waterproof and it's awful to have anything wet that should be dry e.g. Sleeping bag.
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If you don't mind could you tell me what you paid for your rucksack?
It was £79.99 when I bought it although I saw they recently went down to £69.99 (link in the description if they're still in stock). You can defo buy a cheaper one though, I just bought this as it was a reasonable price and spec from the same shop I bought a lot of other stuff from! :)
@@SophieOutdoors thanks for the reply, yeah I seen one down from £89 to £60, doing the west highland way on Wednesday coming, can't wait to get away, thanks again 👍
I love that you are stretching and growing and embracing new adventures. Best of luck as you discover your journeys!
Thank you!
WARNING ON THAT EGG BOX ⚠️ you need to use a cloth or something soft to fill the spaces. I put the eggs straight in and they rattled around and cracked :(
Oh dear - good to know though thank you for the warning!!
No day without eggs 😅
need a bank loan these days for everything you need to go camping
If you need a loan for about £400 max for everything she's got here including non-essential items, its time to look at your finances lol.
@@ModestlyAmazing i was speaking figuratively camping gear is far too expensive for what you get
@@markbolam1383 I mean technically all you really need is a cheap tent, a cheap roll mat and some food and water, everything else is just luxury 😂
@@ModestlyAmazing and the rest lol
That house is stunning!
How do you know? You only saw the corner of one room 🤣
Great video new sub here 🇬🇧💪🫡🤙