I've said it before, but I really love that you use a lot of old military gear and also make your own gear.Also, it's great that you keep your food simple. I really enjoy your videos. All the best to you
thank you very much, James. Its been a process learning how to make different things and happening upon different gear. I really enjoy the surplus stuff. Its all usually quite serviceable. Modding it or combining it with self made gear has been a lot of fun. Thanks for the kind words. Much appreciated
Nice video, I have the French F1. "" tent, but they come with a good rain fly, have used it in heavy rain,, & is a huge bonus when the heavens opens up. Thanks for the video.
Another great video ! Would you consider doing a "How-To" on the construction of your Anorak ? I always enjoy the things you make by hand .You must be the only bush craft channel that is not trying to sell something.
Although I’ve been a subscriber for awhile, I only came across this video this morning. Just a random RUclips suggestion based on my viewing history…. And I just wanted to say how much I enjoy your content and the manner in which you convey it. I have never watched a video of yours that I didn’t thoroughly enjoy. Always time well spent. So thank you.
@@HuntCreekBushcraft Thanks very much. I enjoy making these and always appreciate hearing that it resonates. This was a good camp, near my family farm in PA. Cheers
Thank you, Harry! I looked at the F1 and F2 for years and finally bought one. Really happy I did. The F1 is getting rare, so if you are interested and know of a source, I would snag one. All the best! Cheers Jess
Nice one. Those canvas French army tents are getting hard to get now. I left mine out for 2weeks in the rain to weather it and now the only rain that gets in comes through the zips. A tarp over the top sorts it out. Atb Ian.
Thanks! Good call on the weathering. I think that is whats in order. A tarp is probably worth looking into. Would be cool to find one of the old rain tarps for these. cheers
This is the first video of yours I have seen, by searching for an F2 video. I love canvas goodies, but the F2 seems like it will work out better for me. I intend on doing a ton of motorcycle camping this year, so I am looking for a smaller tent than our normal 8 man tent. These look like they fit the bill! I like your attitude, and the gear you brought along. You earned yourself a subscriber!
May I suggest an alternative tent for motorcycling. Try either the USGI ICS or the TCOP military tent. I have all three but the advantages of the USGI tents is that they are free standing and need no stakes. You can set it up on any surface. they may be a bit lighter too
I have the Nylon F2 version of this tent and I really like it. It does seem to be more waterproof than the canvass version. There is also a separate rainfly for this tent. It seems to be really hard to find. It took me forever to locate one in England. It makes the tent completely water tight and adds dead air space for insulation and warmth
Love that anorak....totally medieval,, yes a video on how to make would be good ! , I also think the thick wool cloak is an under estimated/overlooked item of clothing. Thanks enjoyed that 🙏🤙
Much appreciated! It is one of my all time favorite pieces of gear. I will put a video together on the anorak as soon as I find a suitable blanket for the build.
I have my heart set on one with two entrances and bug screens at both ends. Here in swampy North Florida the bug protection and ventilation are my primary concerns. Thanks for the helpful information.
A little rice and or tomato and bell pepper would have been nice with that meal. The rice would make that meal stick to your ribs ( as my Dad used to say) and help you sleep a little warmer. Nice video! Keep up the good work! ATB Sam Adler
Jess, you are spot-on about having to condition, or season your canvas. On warm, dry days, I take my canvas gear out, set it up, and then hose it down. Once dry, I will repeat it 2-4 more times, weather permitting. It seems to do exactly as you hypothesize, and tighten up the fibers making it much more waterproof. I have been meaning to pass on some info on keeping your shotgun fed. I generally carry a side by side coach gun, where permitted. Recently, I tried some of the 1-1/2" shorty shotgun shells, and I'm sold. Not for any repeating shotguns, but for singles and doubles. The slug will take black bear, the #4 buckshot is ideal for "camp defense" on wolves, coyotes, big cats, etc, and the bird shot does well on grouse and smaller game. The real benefit for me is for the same amount of space, I can carry double the shells, or carry the same number but greatly reduce the volume and weight. For example, one shell loop will hold two short shells fairly easily. One up and one down. If they seem loose, insert them rim first into the shell loop. I do still carry one 3" slug, and two 2-3/4" 00 buck, but that may change soon as I get more familiar with the short shells. So far, I only carry the shorts for protection, out of hunting season, but for hunting in woods and brush, I think they are ideal. I can't speak for upland hunting, wild turkey, or hitting geese at any altitude, but they don't seem to be anywhere near as wimpy as they first would seem. I figured it might be of some interest to you and your Funderbuss. What is it they say? "Another tool for the toolbox" or some such thing... Anyhow, nuff said. Good to see you out again my friend!
Hey Sean! Nice idea on the weathering. I may have to give that a go. Good call on the minis. I have used the slugs and love em. Haven’t tried any of the others yet, but will keep an eye out. Blunderbuss has always been a word that makes me smile. Cheers my friend. Hope you are having a good one
Great video. I recently found one of the unissued F2 tents in the UK. Just wanted something that would be used occasionally - kept in the back of a vehicle without becoming too mouldy. Tested it for a week of wet weather, a few days sleeping in it, then a few days leaving the tent on its own. My conclusions were that it will develop condensation whether you sleep in it or not. The damp air (same in/out) condenses due to the slightly warmer air trapped inside. Opening the vents helps but, then chills the inside for sleeping. I tend to leave all flaps open, relying on my sleep system to keep me warm. Use it like a bivvy with bug nets ! Keep on with the vids, given me some great ideas. Cheers
need more space for all your bud eh haha :P Just bought this tent, Im sooooo hyper rn, I got up to watch more videos on it, rather than sleep :') cheers for the content
Big fan of the Plash Palatka and Woobie combo for a lightweight sleep system! Used it just last weekend that way! If you don't have one already get a USGI Patrol bag to add to your Plash/Woobie setup. It'll get you comfortably down into the twenties!
Nice! I do have a patrol bag. I really like it and have used it similarly with the PP and another woobie esque blanket. Worked quite well. I think down the road I would like to get a bivvy from the mms sleep system or maybe the marine issue. cheers
I got the canvas one too (hard to find in UK). I had the nylon version , but gave it to the kids to play with as I’ve never had such a nightmare tent for condensation (in rained inside). Treated the canvas one with the water resistant stuff which helps and use an old fly sheet which works well, the canvas is more human and comfortable but water is heavy and weight weight weight.
Nice! There seemed to be so many of these a couple years ago, then no more. I found one luckily myself. Went in to buy an F2 at my local surplus store and the F1 was behind it. Not the lightest, but nice.
Great video- I really like that you keep it simple, pack light and smart, and make it all look easy. Had a friend stay at the house the other night to do some coyote hunting. I think he had 4 times the gear you had just to do a few early morning hours of hunting haha.
thanks! The act of carrying gear is an excellent way to learn what is really important. I like having some options with different tools or extra equipment, but having just a few things to cover the basic needs usually wins out. How did the coyote hunting go?
Treat your canvas with kiwi waterproofer. 1 can is all youll need. 7 bucks for a crazy boost in performance. For piece of mind at the very least. Great video as always buddy
Looks like a cool tent . I’d be in the same boat as you as far as sitting up , I have a few inches on you . Foods always better in the woods . With all that rain you must have been camped next to Shawn Kelly 😂
lol the rain has been pretty much nonstop for the last two weeks. I am digging the tent so far. I pulled off so many ticks this year, something with doors and bug net seems like a good step.
I didn’t think y’all had the issues with ticks like we do . May try to dust your camp area with talcum powder and sulfur mix . Opps nix that . Forgot about deer season . Pick em off 😁
thanks, Joe! I am considering it. The roof held up well. I think getting the canvas weathered a bit from use will help tighten it up further. Under a heavy down pour, at this point, I would probably use a tarp over it.
Good little video. I looked for the tents but couldn't find any in canvas. Hopefully you could give me info on your local spot you found it . Appreciate it
Thanks! I got it at J Amotto and Sons Military Surplus in Meadville, PA. He had this one that I purchased and an F2 for $65. The F2 is real similar. Same shape and design, but made from nylon and has a bug door. It is supposed to be a little longer and lighter as well.
It was pretty comfortable overall, just that toe box. A boot sounds like a good idea. Was thinking of modding the palatka and maybe the woobie as well, to tie up for the intended use.
How did the poncho liner and palatka work for the cooler weather? I have struggled find a system that is warm and not to bulky. I like the anorak it looks very comfortable.
It worked pretty well, honestly, except for the feet. It was a little cold due to the open end. I think I am going to add a couple ties to the palatka and the woobie to make it more sealed. I definitely want to work with it some more.
Thanks! I really like them. Rugged packs. The medium I usually run no frame and its good like that for most of my loads for 3 seasons. I added some newer more padded shoulder straps to it. I also have the large on a frame with newer shoulders and kidney belt from the molle 2 gear. It carries quite well. Its surprising as it sits back away from body so far on the frame, but ends up balancing load nicely.
@@25137130 the last generation of the medium comes in woodland camo. There are a couple mods, swapping out straps and metal slider buckles for fastex buckles that make them very nice
Really awesome anorak man great job, Love the French tent also!(= I totally agree if I can't sit up in a shelter that's kinda a deal breaker for me though take care brotha stay safe&happy😁✊🔥
Thanks for the video, love my medium ALICE pack. Been looking for the perfect tent to go along with it. I have a TCOP tent which is really nice but kind of heavy. I like the A frame style tents. I haven't seen the canvas F1 tents around anywhere. But I see a lot of the nylon ones available on online surplus stores, like you said, lot's of mixed reviews. But I'm thinking the nylon ones would be a lot lighter than the canvas ones anyways and pretty waterproof even if I have to seam seal it myself . Wondering what your thoughts are? That's great that you use military surplus which I'm really into and am trying to perfect my loadout. I've know there are a gazillion videos out there on ALICE packs, but they are reviews and I never see enough videos of them actually using them out in the field. Appreciate that you do that, thank you.
Thanks Jeff, I do love my ALICE packs. The F1s are getting hard to find. Seemed like there were a ton of them available a year ago. I would totally go for an F2. I was actually on my way to buy an F2 when I saw this F1 tucked away in the corner behind it. I have talked to a few people that have the F2 and they all had good things to say.
Hi... Do you have any experience with the dutch canvas military tent.. If you got of them, you can zip them together.. I can get mine to be waterproof... i love old canvastents...
Am 6,3 roughly same weight as you a use a 4x4 DD Tarp and a Dutch hooped bivy works great for me or a use my hammock a have tried all these canvase tents this one the polish lavus Dutch army tents you can zip together and gods honest they are built for skiny dwarfs 😂 how did the sleep system work out for you ?? A use a medium Alice in summer here in the uk love my Alice pack got the large also but not big enough for winter time it’s the British army 120 ltr Bergen when the temperature drops a use a British army “bouncing bomb “ sleeping bag bloody huge but well worth it a believe. Take care Liam 🇬🇧
thanks Liam! yes, I know what you mean about this gear being a little undersized. The sleep system was good except for the feet. Think I can sort it out with a few ties added to secure it. I have been thinking about a DD Tarp. Seems like a good option. cheers
Please tell me, because I am a bit confused. Is there any F1 version made from nylon as the F2? Or all the F1 should be canvas? It's because I asked a military surplus shop and they said they have the F1 version and I wanna make sure it's canvas. Sorry for my English and thanks! ✌️
I really like it. Its a bit small for me at 6’2, but for what it is, it is very good. If you can find an F1, they are getting rare, so even if you buy and try it, decide you don’t like it, you could most likely resell it easily.
I haven’t used the F2, but you could spray it with some silicone water repellent or seam seal. Another option would be to run a lightweight tarp over it. I think they are nice tents, especially for one person and gear.
@@EnduranceRoom Thanks, you read my mind. I got some clear Gorilla spray sealer and a 7x5 tarp. I heard of the issues the F 2 have but it was only on the seams leaking. I figure it is only $69.00 at Colemans and with additional sealer I think it will be ok.
What’s the weight difference between the F1 and 4 Palatkas set up in a pup configuration? Would you rather the palatkas over the F1 in an identical configuration even though they result in only half the ground cover of an F1?
the F1 with the tent alone is 6lbs, I think it it about 8 or 9 with the poles and stakes. The palatka is 2.8lbs, so the tent weighs about what 3 palatkas do. There is more room with 3 plash palatka and even more with 4. I like the tent, but really appreciate the palatkas for the versatility.
Right on. I really enjoyed the video. Dude you look post apocalyptic! And very comfortable. Keep on smoothing it brother.
thanks brother! Much appreciated and will do. cheers
I've said it before, but I really love that you use a lot of old military gear and also make your own gear.Also, it's great that you keep your food simple. I really enjoy your videos. All the best to you
thank you very much, James. Its been a process learning how to make different things and happening upon different gear. I really enjoy the surplus stuff. Its all usually quite serviceable. Modding it or combining it with self made gear has been a lot of fun. Thanks for the kind words. Much appreciated
Endurance Room Bushcraft and Survival I’m thinking about purchasing one of these tents would you recommend the canvas over the nylon???
I know it's kind of off topic but does anyone know a good website to stream new movies online?
@Gunner Malik I would suggest flixzone. You can find it on google =)
@Gunner Malik lately I have been using FlixZone. Just search on google for it =)
Nice video, I have the French F1. "" tent, but they come with a good rain fly, have used it in heavy rain,, & is a huge bonus when the heavens opens up. Thanks for the video.
Another great video ! Would you consider doing a "How-To" on the construction of your Anorak ? I always enjoy the things you make by hand .You must be the only bush craft channel that is not trying to sell something.
Thank you! I think I could do something... I will need to find a donor blanket somewhere. If I find a decent blanket to use, I will do one.
Good show thanks
Thank you, Willis!
Nice tent and good video thanks
thanks Willis! Appreciate it. Really good tents if you can find them.
Although I’ve been a subscriber for awhile, I only came across this video this morning. Just a random RUclips suggestion based on my viewing history…. And I just wanted to say how much I enjoy your content and the manner in which you convey it. I have never watched a video of yours that I didn’t thoroughly enjoy. Always time well spent. So thank you.
@@HuntCreekBushcraft Thanks very much. I enjoy making these and always appreciate hearing that it resonates. This was a good camp, near my family farm in PA. Cheers
Thank you for the video brother.
thanks Kyle, hope you are having a good one man
I love your anorak. Well done! 🏕🤠👍
thank you!
Do like the F1 tent maybe time for me to invest. Thank you for the lowdown, awesome. All the very best. Harry. Scotland.
Thank you, Harry! I looked at the F1 and F2 for years and finally bought one. Really happy I did. The F1 is getting rare, so if you are interested and know of a source, I would snag one. All the best!
Cheers
Jess
Nice one. Those canvas French army tents are getting hard to get now. I left mine out for 2weeks in the rain to weather it and now the only rain that gets in comes through the zips. A tarp over the top sorts it out. Atb Ian.
Thanks! Good call on the weathering. I think that is whats in order. A tarp is probably worth looking into. Would be cool to find one of the old rain tarps for these. cheers
This is the first video of yours I have seen, by searching for an F2 video. I love canvas goodies, but the F2 seems like it will work out better for me. I intend on doing a ton of motorcycle camping this year, so I am looking for a smaller tent than our normal 8 man tent. These look like they fit the bill! I like your attitude, and the gear you brought along. You earned yourself a subscriber!
May I suggest an alternative tent for motorcycling. Try either the USGI ICS or the TCOP military tent. I have all three but the advantages of the USGI tents is that they are free standing and need no stakes. You can set it up on any surface. they may be a bit lighter too
I have the Nylon F2 version of this tent and I really like it. It does seem to be more waterproof than the canvass version. There is also a separate rainfly for this tent. It seems to be really hard to find. It took me forever to locate one in England. It makes the tent completely water tight and adds dead air space for insulation and warmth
Nice....i gonna try to add my pocht to the Plash palatka....Great idea
thanks! hope it works for you
Love that anorak....totally medieval,, yes a video on how to make would be good ! , I also think the thick wool cloak is an under estimated/overlooked item of clothing. Thanks enjoyed that 🙏🤙
Much appreciated! It is one of my all time favorite pieces of gear. I will put a video together on the anorak as soon as I find a suitable blanket for the build.
You can't trust a man in a cloak
Very cool 🤠
thanks Herb!
A long time ago, I had the German version of this tent. This brings back fond campout memories.
Just ordered an F1 one from sportsman's guide ! Thanks for the video it convinced me to pull the trigger and get one!
thanks again! Enjoy the tent. It may end up being the F2, which is a nylon version, but I have heard that it is lighter and a bit longer.
I’m thinking of getting the green one F1 from SG. Did yours turn out to be canvas with screened openings on both ends?
@@garymilstead4199 Nice. Yes, mine is canvas with doors on both ends. No screen doors though. I really like it. For the money, it is really excellent.
I have my heart set on one with two entrances and bug screens at both ends. Here in swampy North Florida the bug protection and ventilation are my primary concerns. Thanks for the helpful information.
A little rice and or tomato and bell pepper would have been nice with that meal. The rice would make that meal stick to your ribs ( as my Dad used to say) and help you sleep a little warmer. Nice video! Keep up the good work! ATB Sam Adler
Nice!!!!
Great video, loved it. Do more!
thank you! I have a playlist of overnighters and camping trips on our channel homepage. cheers
Jess, you are spot-on about having to condition, or season your canvas. On warm, dry days, I take my canvas gear out, set it up, and then hose it down. Once dry, I will repeat it 2-4 more times, weather permitting. It seems to do exactly as you hypothesize, and tighten up the fibers making it much more waterproof. I have been meaning to pass on some info on keeping your shotgun fed. I generally carry a side by side coach gun, where permitted. Recently, I tried some of the 1-1/2" shorty shotgun shells, and I'm sold. Not for any repeating shotguns, but for singles and doubles. The slug will take black bear, the #4 buckshot is ideal for "camp defense" on wolves, coyotes, big cats, etc, and the bird shot does well on grouse and smaller game. The real benefit for me is for the same amount of space, I can carry double the shells, or carry the same number but greatly reduce the volume and weight. For example, one shell loop will hold two short shells fairly easily. One up and one down. If they seem loose, insert them rim first into the shell loop. I do still carry one 3" slug, and two 2-3/4" 00 buck, but that may change soon as I get more familiar with the short shells. So far, I only carry the shorts for protection, out of hunting season, but for hunting in woods and brush, I think they are ideal. I can't speak for upland hunting, wild turkey, or hitting geese at any altitude, but they don't seem to be anywhere near as wimpy as they first would seem. I figured it might be of some interest to you and your Funderbuss. What is it they say? "Another tool for the toolbox" or some such thing... Anyhow, nuff said. Good to see you out again my friend!
Hey Sean! Nice idea on the weathering. I may have to give that a go. Good call on the minis. I have used the slugs and love em. Haven’t tried any of the others yet, but will keep an eye out. Blunderbuss has always been a word that makes me smile. Cheers my friend. Hope you are having a good one
i often use this tent. love it. thanks for sharing
ahoi Jess,
man... that wool anorak is ∂ope aƒ - really like it!
haha awesome! thanks brother
Great video. I recently found one of the unissued F2 tents in the UK. Just wanted something that would be used occasionally - kept in the back of a vehicle without becoming too mouldy. Tested it for a week of wet weather, a few days sleeping in it, then a few days leaving the tent on its own. My conclusions were that it will develop condensation whether you sleep in it or not. The damp air (same in/out) condenses due to the slightly warmer air trapped inside. Opening the vents helps but, then chills the inside for sleeping. I tend to leave all flaps open, relying on my sleep system to keep me warm. Use it like a bivvy with bug nets ! Keep on with the vids, given me some great ideas. Cheers
need more space for all your bud eh haha :P Just bought this tent, Im sooooo hyper rn, I got up to watch more videos on it, rather than sleep :') cheers for the content
Big fan of the Plash Palatka and Woobie combo for a lightweight sleep system! Used it just last weekend that way! If you don't have one already get a USGI Patrol bag to add to your Plash/Woobie setup. It'll get you comfortably down into the twenties!
Nice! I do have a patrol bag. I really like it and have used it similarly with the PP and another woobie esque blanket. Worked quite well. I think down the road I would like to get a bivvy from the mms sleep system or maybe the marine issue. cheers
Thank you
I got the canvas one too (hard to find in UK). I had the nylon version , but gave it to the kids to play with as I’ve never had such a nightmare tent for condensation (in rained inside). Treated the canvas one with the water resistant stuff which helps and use an old fly sheet which works well, the canvas is more human and comfortable but water is heavy and weight weight weight.
Nice! There seemed to be so many of these a couple years ago, then no more. I found one luckily myself. Went in to buy an F2 at my local surplus store and the F1 was behind it. Not the lightest, but nice.
Go with what you got.
Lovely spot and neat homemade jacket, bet it is cosy. The F1 looks good but as you say bit of a crouch ! Nice video, ATVB.
Thank you! As a project, making an anorak out of a blanket is pretty easy, just a little time consuming by hand.
Good review
Pretty sweet man
thanks brother, appreciate it
Very nice footage! Big like 👍 from me. I also love camping, hiking, fishing/hunting and make some videos to. Keep on!!!
Great video- I really like that you keep it simple, pack light and smart, and make it all look easy. Had a friend stay at the house the other night to do some coyote hunting. I think he had 4 times the gear you had just to do a few early morning hours of hunting haha.
thanks! The act of carrying gear is an excellent way to learn what is really important. I like having some options with different tools or extra equipment, but having just a few things to cover the basic needs usually wins out. How did the coyote hunting go?
Endurance Room No coyotes that morning.
Treat your canvas with kiwi waterproofer. 1 can is all youll need. 7 bucks for a crazy boost in performance. For piece of mind at the very least. Great video as always buddy
right on! I haven’t heard of it before. Will check it out. Appreciate the tip. Cheers
Good
Those French wool blankets are bomber. I made my anorak from one and it's at least as warm as some of the high-priced ones you can buy.
Yes indeed! and its all the better when you made it yourself.
Looks like a cool tent . I’d be in the same boat as you as far as sitting up , I have a few inches on you . Foods always better in the woods . With all that rain you must have been camped next to Shawn Kelly 😂
lol the rain has been pretty much nonstop for the last two weeks. I am digging the tent so far. I pulled off so many ticks this year, something with doors and bug net seems like a good step.
I didn’t think y’all had the issues with ticks like we do . May try to dust your camp area with talcum powder and sulfur mix . Opps nix that . Forgot about deer season . Pick em off 😁
Awesome bro. Just random thought how about waxing the canvas? It seemed like it made it during the night. But what if it was a all night down pour?
thanks, Joe! I am considering it. The roof held up well. I think getting the canvas weathered a bit from use will help tighten it up further. Under a heavy down pour, at this point, I would probably use a tarp over it.
Good little video. I looked for the tents but couldn't find any in canvas. Hopefully you could give me info on your local spot you found it . Appreciate it
Thanks! I got it at J Amotto and Sons Military Surplus in Meadville, PA. He had this one that I purchased and an F2 for $65. The F2 is real similar. Same shape and design, but made from nylon and has a bug door. It is supposed to be a little longer and lighter as well.
Military tent is for sleeping. Bed roll seems great, I'm in sunshine state and have a MSS to -30 here. At your height you may need to make a boot.
It was pretty comfortable overall, just that toe box. A boot sounds like a good idea. Was thinking of modding the palatka and maybe the woobie as well, to tie up for the intended use.
How did the poncho liner and palatka work for the cooler weather? I have struggled find a system that is warm and not to bulky.
I like the anorak it looks very comfortable.
It worked pretty well, honestly, except for the feet. It was a little cold due to the open end. I think I am going to add a couple ties to the palatka and the woobie to make it more sealed. I definitely want to work with it some more.
That French F1 tent looks cool! Canvas tents are not that plentiful. How much does it weigh?
I think the tent is 6lbs, but the poles and tent stakes especially add a little weight. Its pretty cool though. i am enjoying it so far
another gem.. whas the ALICE pack like to use ?
Thanks! I really like them. Rugged packs. The medium I usually run no frame and its good like that for most of my loads for 3 seasons. I added some newer more padded shoulder straps to it. I also have the large on a frame with newer shoulders and kidney belt from the molle 2 gear. It carries quite well. Its surprising as it sits back away from body so far on the frame, but ends up balancing load nicely.
@@EnduranceRoom good drills I may look into getting one in the near future as I've always fancied one .
@@25137130 the last generation of the medium comes in woodland camo. There are a couple mods, swapping out straps and metal slider buckles for fastex buckles that make them very nice
I bought a new one from The Sportsmans Guide and no problems.
For some reason never thought of making an anorak, they can be pretty pricey for what they are.
its not too hard of a project with just basic hand sewing skills. Well worth it.
Really awesome anorak man great job, Love the French tent also!(= I totally agree if I can't sit up in a shelter that's kinda a deal breaker for me though take care brotha stay safe&happy😁✊🔥
thanks Jake! Its kind of a bummer all this old gear is built for guys that were around 5’5 lol
cheers brother
I found a shop carrying the F1 rubber top fly for 20 bucks, but I doubt he ships it over the lake^^
Oh nice! That would be cool to checkout.
@@EnduranceRoom a plash palatka will do lol
What shop is that?
Thanks for the video, love my medium ALICE pack. Been looking for the perfect tent to go along with it. I have a TCOP tent which is really nice but kind of heavy. I like the A frame style tents. I haven't seen the canvas F1 tents around anywhere. But I see a lot of the nylon ones available on online surplus stores, like you said, lot's of mixed reviews. But I'm thinking the nylon ones would be a lot lighter than the canvas ones anyways and pretty waterproof even if I have to seam seal it myself . Wondering what your thoughts are? That's great that you use military surplus which I'm really into and am trying to perfect my loadout. I've know there are a gazillion videos out there on ALICE packs, but they are reviews and I never see enough videos of them actually using them out in the field. Appreciate that you do that, thank you.
Thanks Jeff, I do love my ALICE packs. The F1s are getting hard to find. Seemed like there were a ton of them available a year ago. I would totally go for an F2. I was actually on my way to buy an F2 when I saw this F1 tucked away in the corner behind it. I have talked to a few people that have the F2 and they all had good things to say.
@@EnduranceRoom Thanks appreciate the info. I will have to get one. 👍
Hi... Do you have any experience with the dutch canvas military tent.. If you got of them, you can zip them together.. I can get mine to be waterproof... i love old canvastents...
No, I haven’t myself, but have heard good things about them. Old canvas is the best.
@@EnduranceRoom I have two... Very soon, i will try to zip them together...
Do you think treating the tent with something would help ?
I think so. Was contemplating beeswax, but have heard weathering it to shrink/tighten the canvas works well also
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thanks Kris!
Am 6,3 roughly same weight as you a use a 4x4 DD Tarp and a Dutch hooped bivy works great for me or a use my hammock a have tried all these canvase tents this one the polish lavus Dutch army tents you can zip together and gods honest they are built for skiny dwarfs 😂 how did the sleep system work out for you ?? A use a medium Alice in summer here in the uk love my Alice pack got the large also but not big enough for winter time it’s the British army 120 ltr Bergen when the temperature drops a use a British army “bouncing bomb “ sleeping bag bloody huge but well worth it a believe. Take care Liam 🇬🇧
thanks Liam! yes, I know what you mean about this gear being a little undersized. The sleep system was good except for the feet. Think I can sort it out with a few ties added to secure it. I have been thinking about a DD Tarp. Seems like a good option. cheers
What rifle were you hiking with?
cz 527 in 762. its good for brush and supplies for it are available at a decent price
@@EnduranceRoom I thought that might have been it. That will be my next rifle. Thanks!
Please tell me, because I am a bit confused. Is there any F1 version made from nylon as the F2? Or all the F1 should be canvas? It's because I asked a military surplus shop and they said they have the F1 version and I wanna make sure it's canvas. Sorry for my English and thanks! ✌️
Your english is great. The F1 should be canvas. Great tents if you can get one. The F2, although nylon, is also really nice. Cheers
The canvas version isn't very common any more, most are the newer nylon version. Not something that is on my Lust List but neat anyway.
Hey friend🙂 Another great video👍🏻👍🏻 can you wax that canvas?
thank you! I think so. Might be a really good idea. cheers
How are you liking the French tent? I was thinking of getting one myself. Great video as always!
I really like it. Its a bit small for me at 6’2, but for what it is, it is very good. If you can find an F1, they are getting rare, so even if you buy and try it, decide you don’t like it, you could most likely resell it easily.
Have yiu used the F 2? If so, is the water leaking a big issue as I have heard?
I haven’t used the F2, but you could spray it with some silicone water repellent or seam seal. Another option would be to run a lightweight tarp over it. I think they are nice tents, especially for one person and gear.
@@EnduranceRoom Thanks, you read my mind. I got some clear Gorilla spray sealer and a 7x5 tarp. I heard of the issues the F 2 have but it was only on the seams leaking. I figure it is only $69.00 at Colemans and with additional sealer I think it will be ok.
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What’s the weight difference between the F1 and 4 Palatkas set up in a pup configuration? Would you rather the palatkas over the F1 in an identical configuration even though they result in only half the ground cover of an F1?
the F1 with the tent alone is 6lbs, I think it it about 8 or 9 with the poles and stakes. The palatka is 2.8lbs, so the tent weighs about what 3 palatkas do. There is more room with 3 plash palatka and even more with 4. I like the tent, but really appreciate the palatkas for the versatility.
Just bought this tent for 15 bucks at a thrift store.
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