Using a Shemagh for Hiking! (Instead of a Buff?)
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- Опубликовано: 8 июл 2021
- "Cotton Kills!" is a famous motto of hikers and backpackers everywhere, but my favorite new piece of gear this year is made of that very thing. Although I remain a big fan of synthetic buffs, there is a lot to be said to for the middle eastern shemagh. Whether you are hiking in the heat or out on a spec ops mission in the desert, the shemagh might be just what you need to stay cool!
NOTE: This video was made before the Shemagh was turned into a symbol of anti-semitism. If you wish to acquire one without appearing to support terrorism, you can get an Israeli (or even American!) version here: thesemitic.com/item-category/....
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Finally... Someone that recognizes the benefits of carrying a Shemagh. I have one in my pack all the time. Great video
I love it! Thanks for watching!
When you're out in direct sun it's best to wear clothing that covers and protects your skin rather than using sun block. A wide brimmed hat for your head is also a better choice than a baseball cap.
@@LairdDavidson 100%!
I've only been camping regularly for about 3yrs. One thing I learned is in the back country, EVERYTHING wants to go into your mouth or nose, and if you have MY luck...that includes camp fire smoke..it just seems to follow me. 🤷♂️. A shemagh has saved me from a lot of irritation from those nuisances. As well as helped keeping me cool during the hot days with the above mentioned wetting down.
That's another great use! I've been impressed by how often mine comes in handy. Thanks for sharing!
Excellent points on this Doug. Even up here in the summer it's nice to have something that retains water! I might need one of these!
If it's freezing cold, you accidentally fall into a glacial lake and you only wear your college t-shirt, then yes, cotton kills. It's not the best material for wicking away sweat but you won't die on your summer hike :)
Exactly. And there are situations where retaining moisture isn't bad. :)
Never thought I needed one till you convinced me, got one now.
This man is so right! A shemagh is great on a motorcycle also. Just a basic wrap around the neck a loosely tied knot and it finds all the air gaps around a motorcycle jacket neck and seals them!
I use them on my head and neck and they are great. If they get wet, I tie them to my truck mirror and they dry in a few minutes if driving, too.
Be creative, there are NO rules! A shemagh/ kefyeh is a bargain at the price they command!
I have three. Great stuff!
Right on!
I never would have thought of a shemagh. Some really cool and new information. Thanks!
Thanks for watching! If you pick one up, let me know what you think!
On point, my friend. Great video and the 'Murica clip made me lol. Have a great weekend!!
@@BackcountryPilgrim thanks so much!
Great Video. I absolutely love my shemagh. Not seen in a lot of my videos (because I do look goofy in it) use it mostly in the cold months. Life savor on the JMT. Buffs & Bandana’s are my summer go to. 👍👍✌️
Yeah I resisted for quite a while, but I am a fan now!
Great review. Once again you've introduced us to another great hiking product. Keep up the great work.
Thank you! I am glad you enjoyed it! :)
Nice run down of the benefits of the shemagh. 🤙🏕
Great video Doug! I found my sun shirt hoodie priceless on the TRT because I HATE wearing sunscreen. What the hoodie part was not good at was letting some air flow through. I will be investing in one of these for sure!
After losing my fishing hat, I made a makeshift shemagh out of a t shirt , worked well enough
Well done!
Great video Doug I was out on an overnight earlier this week in brutal heat the Shemaghs might have been a big help.
I've had mine since 2012. I've mowed my yard in 100° heat and cleared snow in single digit cold. It's been a great article of clothing.
It also has skulls and crossed sabers on it so it looks pretty sick too!
Very cool!
Love my shemaag, glad to see this video
Great! Glad you enjoyed. :)
Hetch hetchy is amazing! Thanks for the video.
Yes it is! I have a few trip videos from there as well: ruclips.net/user/BackcountryPilgrimsearch?query=hetch%20hetchy
THANK YOU FOR THE INFO
You're welcome!
Great video! I Definitely picked up a few new ideas
Glad it was helpful!
I always thought the Shemagh could be an good addition to my gear. I bought one many years ago and it just sat on the shelf. I never learned the technique on folding but after your video I may try again. Thanks again for a comprehensive review. 👍
Yeah even if you just toss it over your head it's great!
I love my Buffs, but I also own a Shenaghs and love it. I never thought of taking it hiking. I've always used it at the gun range where the conditions are desert like. I'll have to buy a second one just for my hikes. Thanks for the reminder.
I have done extensive backpacking throughout Colorado on up to British Columbia and Alaska. Now I live in Arizona. I always try to narrow down the items I carry and prioritize things that have more than one use. A shemagh is a very practical item that I will use more and more. Thanks for the excellent video. It gave me some ideas that I had not considered before. I agree with you and that with all the high-tech gear and clothing, you need to have something made of cotton. Thanks again.
Great! Let me know how it goes.
I almost bought a shemach the other day. You some excellent pieces there . Buff and shemach.👌
Right on!
Great discussion. I had never heard of a shemagh, and definitely learned something today.
There is too much misunderstanding of cotton for hiking. Yes, it's bad news when there is potential for hypothermia. But when it's really hot, cotton is going to be cooler than almost any other option. And you can wet your cotton T-shirt and wear it to keep you cool, which is not going to work with the typical hydrophobic shirt material.
100%! Yeah I get the general negative outlook because in many situations either rain or sweat or both will be present and we don't want that stuck to our bodies. But like you said, in some cases hanging on to some moisture can help. :)
I like the Grayl Ecopress water filter/bottle. It goes well with a shemagh for processing clean water outdoors.
Pretty heavy for hiking, but they sure look nice!
David Canterbury from self-reliance outfitters sells the best one super thick great quality the ones on Amazon it's real thin compared to that one.
I have a Shemagh, and I have a Marino Wool Buff and Skull Cap. I use both. The Shemagh is nice on a sunny day to make shade, that a buff does not do well. I will trade out in the evening when it gets cooler and I want some more heat retention. Both setups do not take much space for what I get out of them.
Yeah, both super useful!
Tried out my new shemagh on a hike, got called a terrorist by another group jokingly. I do find it really useful in many ways and its a must now on my trips, thanks for the tip, good cheap present too.
Lol! That's why I got the flag version hahaha!
I love my gator too. Very similar
Gator / Buff - they're great!
@@BackcountryPilgrim okay, I thought they might be the same thing. Lol
Buff is a brand but it's become like "kleenex" or "xerox" I guess haha. :)
I just bought one today. I wanted to be one of the cool kids.
You're in! Hahaha.
Hi from the british army yes we do have to learn how to tie but it is always best to have one
Oh and it's pronounced sheemer the gh is silent
Never heard "sheemer" but thay sounds cooler and you guys invented English so I'll take your word for it haha!
Grayl ecopress bottles go well with shemaghs for outdoor water processing.
I'd consider those too heavy for most trips but some kind of filter in addition to particulates is very wise!
@@BackcountryPilgrim you are right, i am not a lightweight hiker. 20 -45 pounds.
Good information. What's the weight of the shemagh? Does it fit easily in a hipbelt pocket?
It doesn't register on my scale LOL. I'll see if I can find out for sure but less than an ounce. It would likely fill most hip belt pockets. I just run it through a daisy chain loop, tie it loosely around a strap, or clip it on a carabiner if it isn't on me.
Backcountry Taliban🤣 I've got a couple of gaiters I use. I'm thinking of picking up a genuine buff for the thru hike I'm preparing for in the fall.
Hello sir, what would you recommend for hiking in snow-covered mountains?
It depends on the weather. I've been in snow wearing shorts because it was so hot haha (I live in California). But in cold and snow the applications would be more about sun protection (shade), additional warmth (especially the neck), and other things like keeping bugs off depending on elevation. :)
@@BackcountryPilgrim Okay thank you very much enchant my name is zack I come from France! And in terms of coverage, especially for the face, is a balaclava or a shemagh better?
I'd go balaclava so you can avoid over-layering and having to deal with knots and folds. :)
How is your Shemagh holding up after a year?
Perfectly! I wash it with my other gear (gentle, cold) and don't dry it in a dryer which I think helps.
@@BackcountryPilgrim Well crap... I put off buying one and now I'm gonna spend the money. After reviewing your video again and seeing another hiker talk about one, it definitely will replace some stuff and be a good addition. You keep costing me money. My wife might make me stop watching you...if I tell her... Thanks for the update.
Happy to be of service! (Wait until you see the backpack i am reviewing next week! LOL!)