Have watched 2 of your videos so far and enjoyed each one. I enjoy the fact that you take the viewer on most of your hike which some don't. I also see that you are well versed in the area you're hiking.
Great video again - I love 'em all. I admire your positive attitude throughout whatever conditions you come upon. You kept this attitude even when the frustration of both not reaching Algonquin Peak AND not ever having a decent view existed. It sets a great example for both hikers and pretty much anyone trying to accomplish any goal. That is great stress management too.
Just excellent! I just love your backpacking vids. Kinda tough to do at my age so I am living vicariously through your adventures. Production values on your vids are top notch. You are also a very intuitive editor. Great shot selection and nice use of special effect toys. Keep them coming. Thanks.
Found your videos through Evans Backpacking Videos and started watching. I too converted to hammock camping about a 6 months ago and once I switch to an under quilt, it was heaven. Enjoying your videos.
First time viewer of your channel. I don't know how I've missed your channel all this. Great winter camping video. Nice to see someone doing more hammock camping videos. Being a hammock camper myself it's nice to see how someone else does their setup. Great video looking forward to watching your uploaded and upcoming post. You've gained a new subscriber!!!
You've come a long way since this video. Between you and shug I've been inspired to join the ranks of hammock campers. Bought my first hammock this past summer and I don't know if I'll ever go back to tents.
Got myself a locally made hammock with an under-quilt permanently attached. Sheltowee Hammock Company from Lexington, Kentucky is an American owned and a made in America product. Love my 40°F Sheltowee Boone-Zip. Includes a sewn-in bug net. Has a separate snake skin rain tarp. Love mine. I only use my ENO for summer day trips. Loved the beauty of Adirondack Park in the winter. Good job.
Dude, I live at the foothills of the Adirondacks. I think you need to check your watch because if it was still daylight, in March, it couldn't have been 6 pm...should have been pitch black by then! Welcome to NY! Lol! Anyway, good video. Will have to try hammock camping sometime! Thanks for sharing!
YOU ARE MY HERO!!!! How I do not know but some how, perhaps my profound distaain for things electronic on a hike or on trails, I had never heard of that SPOT thing!! BUT....now knowing of it, the low cost of it and availability of it....I do believe my wife will NOW let me solo hike!!!! The rest of the vid was awesome but I spent it doing the happy dance from the moment you brought out the SPOT!!!! THANK YOU! A new subscriber!!! Oh, winter hikes...always white gas not canister!!
It was 1968 when me and a couple of buddies hiked Mt Marcy, June, from I believe where you started your hike, shown on the map. And all 5,344 feet of Marcy. In fact one of our over nights was at lake Colden I think at the very lean-to (10:53). But as I watch your equipment review, I'm kind of laughing to myself, we had no fancy gear, but never the less we enjoyed it and I would do it again any day. Thanks for your Video.
Great video - enjoyed immensely. I grew up in the Adirondacks - 100 % typical weather. When you're out in it, you pray that it stays below 25 or the rain and hail will get you!
This was one of my fav videos of yours because you showed a lot more detail of setting up your camp and cooking and sleeping so that's great I really liked it! Good work!
Thanks, Arian. I wasn't exactly crushing summits on this one, so I figured it would be a good opportunity to focus more on the camp set-up and experience.
I'm a minimalist (blanket and tarp), but I'm either getting older, or the ground is getting harder and colder, lol! Hammock camping is looking real good about now. Enjoying your posts. Keep on keeping on!!!
Great job and thanks for sharing exactly where you went. So many put up content and go to beautiful places but never share that location for others to go and appreciate. I've asked numerous times for them to let me know where they had gone and not even a reply.. So it's appreciated that you did this. Thank you. Cheers 🇨🇦
came across your vids just yesterday... Been binge watching. Thank you so much for being relaxed, funny yet informative. It's Sept in NY I'm building courage to hammock camp 2 day 1 night in Nov and again in Feb/March. As a woman just seeing so many different perspectives is reassuring. Also knowing I'll be doing them solo, it's good to see in real life what I may come across.. Again THANK YOU!!
The Monument is to David Henderson, not a guide, but an entrepreneur who founded an iron smelting operation in the area of the High Peaks. The pistol that Henderson discharged (in September of 1845) had been cocked by his guide, John Cheney. The site of the accident is commemorated in the name of the site, "Calamity Pond." I checked it out. Looks interesting.
That was a great trip, I went up there last month to the Santanoni shelter. That was my 1st time on snow shoes. That was the hardest trip ever, but a great workout. One day I'm gonna do a trip alone, just me and my Glock 23. Thanks for sharing.
Just love your hiking videos. I work in a room with no windows so I appreciate them immensely between my own excursions. I am an avid hiking pole user, but I'm a lot older than you,. Seen too many break down before their time. They are worth the extra weight. I figure if I get a flat tire I won't be able to do my bucket list upon retirement:-)
just started watching your videos miss camping a lot. just that in India we need licsenced guides who know noting about camping. had wonderful time for12 years in Japan camping , lived in Alaska for 3 months . love ur videos dude brings old memories
+Gaurav Chandola Wow that's crazy about the guides. That must take some getting used. Is it a that conservation issue or about safety? Camping in Japan sounds pretty cool. I would love to do some backpacking in Asia some day.
Your hiking videos are "must see" TV. I prop you up on the ipad and watch along while I do dishes wishing I were out there with you. You're awesome! Another great video!
Dude your a master. Haha. I'm recently going through a housing problem and hammock camping a few days a week is my potential solution. Keep the videos going!
nice and quiet and it looks like your alone.! thanks for the info looks like I'll think about going there some day. I'm using the hennessy safari deluxe zip hammock. I even use a gear hammock to put under my hammock.
The melt session at the end of the first day was quite trippy with headphones on. Love your videos and they are getting me back into hiking the 48. Currently at 20.
Anytime,if ever you are up here again hiking or backpacking and need help with understanding our distinct and sometimes difficult to understand laws-I would be happy to help.Stay safe out there,and keep up the great work!
Pretty cool. I don't get to NY much these days, but I've camped in the Adirondacks and Catskill Mountains and it's beautiful. I hammock camped a couple of weeks ago here in Ohio. It was just a little below freezing. I had a -15 degree Mountain Hardwear bag, Sea to Summit Reactor Thermolite Mummy Bag Liner, and a mylar blanket to reflect the heat back to me. That was the only thing between me and the hammock. My backside got a little cold at times, but I was mostly pretty comfortable. At times I woke up overheating. Definitely keeping some air between you and the convection going on beneath the hammock is the way to go. The wind can just suck the life out of you. I always have an air mattress when I tent camp, but I was trying to go the minimalist route.
That's a tough trail to get to the top of Algonquin from that side. Give you a lot of credit for making it as far as you did. Try hiking in from the Loj side during the summer/fall... Amazing views from summit
Nice change of pace from your usual videos. Still like the excitement of pounding out the miles, but nice change regardless. We hike a lot of the same areas and its nice to see someone else's perspective. Thanks for sharing.
Going hammock backpacking in the rockies this weekend, this vid was super helpful! Also been looking at the SPOT satellite messengers (boyfriend is uncomfortable with my solo packing) and am pleased to hear yours holds up well. Continue the awesome work!
as a boy scout in the area it is one of my favorite places to go camping. my troop usually goes there for canoeing trips in may. if interested in doing that I suggest the raquette lake to blue mtn lake trip it's about 3-4 days and very eefreshing.
Love those Snake Skins, dont have any myself but I'll get a couple after watching this. Great video, love the winter camping in North America, stay safe!
Great to see you finally got up to the Adirondacks! I highly recommend trying to get back up there this summer as well! Actually fall would be even better during peak foliage
Overall great video. I'm glad to see you hitting up the ADK. Try out a nice summer loop too, trying the Great Range. I think you'll enjoy the challenge and the view. Thanks for another great video.
I can't WAIT until my birthday. I'm going to go to the Smoky Mountains and hike part of the Appalachian Trail (inspired by you). I'm glad I came across your channel. :)
Great video! You should check out the Grafton Notch Loop this summer in Maine, it's a beautiful area with challenging hiking. Or maybe something involving Mount Katahdin in Baxter State Park? I know I can't wait until it gets a little warmer, winter hikes are fun and unique but you can't beat hiking in shorts and a t-shirt.
Great video. I'd just like to let everyone know, if you go up there after April, and need s bear barrel, instead of purchasing one for 80$ or more, you can rent one at the ADK LOJ for 5$ plus a deposit of I think 20$ I camped all winter this year locally, and as soon as I get some snow shoes, I'm headed up to the high peaks! Hopefully this year! If you go back, I recommend avalanche pass and mt. Colden for a challenging hike. Also, if you ever get cold with the set up you use, having the double pad, you can get out of your bag and get under it, so you have two top layers of down. You never know what the weather will be up there, and sometimes a zero degree bag just isn't warm enough. If you go in the dead of winter, the nights can get to minus 30 or more so you might want to bring a bag liner and bivy sac. Another winter tip, keep your water on you, inside your coat. You might be surprised how fast it'll freeze sometimes. Great video! Thanks for sharing with us.
tip for your hammock tarp....use silicone spray before your trip. Spray both sides and let dry before stowing it in the sack. Also, after the storm, hang the tarp vertically like a wall and smack it from the back side. The silicone acts like a 'release agent' and allows you to lose the ice faster than without it.
Hey Sintax... You should look into using mylar "Emergency Blankets" for a base between you and your pad. They can make a little noise but will completely insulate you from below. They are cheap, and super lightweight. I camp in -10 - 15 degree weather all winter and once I started using them i noticed a huge difference. A lot of guys i know also use Tyvek..and wash it once to soften it before using it.
Whatever you do,be advised that the black flies and mosquitoes are bad until August-the best times to be here are from August to early June.Black flies are only a problem for about 6 weeks June to early July.Really want to see if you have refined your hammock camping gear to include a good underquilt and topquilt..
Great info, thank you for that! Yes, my hammock setup has evolved quite a bit. I show it a bit in my latest hammock camping video here: ruclips.net/video/B0lVgPAuw84/видео.html
A tip for winter hikers: don't walk in ski tracks if possible (lake scene). It may be so that the skier plans for a quick return in tracks he made before and now has to track again. Winter is cool time (no pun intended) to explore known places because snow makes terrain different. Also less chance of people stumbling in your campsite. Nice video.
Awesome vid! Next ADK trip, might I recommend the Northville-Placid Trail? It's 120-137 miles depending on starting point, with a slew of junctions to High Peaks trails (especially Duck Hole). If you don't have that kind of time, the Long Lake to Lake Placid section is one of the most beautiful places in all of America, and comes in at 36 miles with plentiful lean-to's and tent / hammock sites. There truly is nothing else like it...flat land, trees, water every possible place, loons, bears, moose, beaver dam crossings...just all adventure at all times. Just avoid the wet season (Late May-End of July) the mud is terrible, and the biting bugs are down right unholy (seriously, bug related insanity is possible). My girlfriend and I are through hiking it this August, meet us somewhere!
sintax77 I'm pretty sure the hammock was invented by the natives of the tropics to keep one's butt off the deck and out of reach of the ants, ticks, leeches, sand fleas, scorpions that you get an awful lot more of in the hot parts of the world...etc. Dunno if there are any advantages to using it in cold climates.
+sintax77 The Northville-Lake Placid Trail was great in the '70's when I hiked it, too. A really great wilderness experience. Sintax77-read my lips- do not go during Kamikaze blackfly season. DO NOT GO. LOL!
Oh no, 6:15 is to early to get up........ 8:15 sounds a lot better..... .especially since your under a nice warm cover... lol it was nice to go along. 😊
Enjoy your videos! I used to live on the western edge of the Adiorndacks and I miss them! Hope to hike the Norhville to Placid Trail this summer and then some high peaks. Sill using a tent and the lean-to but eventually hope to try a hammock! Thanks for your great videos! May check out that Garmin. I have a SPOT somewhere....
Great videos man, Gotta Love the Adirondacks. My family is from Plattsburgh NY and cut my teeth in the outdoors up in the mountains and on Lake Champlain. Now live in Central Ohio and long to get back up there.
Looks like an awesome hike sintax! Thanks for showing the Spot Tracker device, I am mostly a solo hiker too and will look into getting one of those so I dont drive family members quite as crazy...
Those tree straps are similar to the ENO Slap Straps. Another thing you can do for under insulation is an emergency blanket, They are a little krinkley but do work. Greta video. Hope to canoe the Adirondacks some day soon.
I almost got the Slap Straps, but steered away based on feedback that the nylon was stretching. I went Kammocks because they're polyester, and my friend went with Eno Atlas straps which are poly as well. Both seem equally solid.
While hiking in the Adirondack Mountains, in the area that is known locally as the High Peaks region, I came across a marker that was set up in the memory of a guide who was accidently shot by his own pistol while he was leading a party of tourists in the late 1800's. The pistol was in the pocket of his vest and it discharged when the vest was removed. As I recall, it was along the trail near Colton Lakes, about 5 - 10 miles from the ADK LOJ. To me, it may not be exactly 'roadside' material, but it is very unusual to see a monument so far from any sign of civilization
My winter hammock setup is a defence6 and a handmade double layer sheep fleece futon matt. The insolation is nuts. In celsius it keeps u warm down to -10°C
Like the spot, thinking of getting one, I do alot of solo hunting and hiking my poor wife has to sit at home and worry while I'm out enjoying myself. Thanks for posting.
We have a lot of the same equipment. EMS long trail 70 pack, Thermarest pad. Surprised your Swiss Gar trekking poles still holding up. Mine all four died fast. I switched over to Black Diamond poles that have been holding up well, but quite a bit more investment.
Well, those are the 2 hiking poles I have left that still lock out of 4 that I originally bought for my wife and I back in 2011. I guess it works out to like $5 a year that I got out of them, lol.
Enjoy your videos and glad to see you in our neck of the woods. I'm sure you know by now to not snowshoe through a skit track out of courtesy by now. LOL I didn't read all the comments so I'm not sure if the "high and mighty" (we got a bunch of those) already lit you up over your transgression! Bahahaha From the LOJ through Avalanche Pass to Flowed Lands adn to Upper Works is an awesome XC ski. :)
I had to ditch my daisy chain straps/rappel rings since it sags and hard to adjust. I just got climbing carabiners (half ton capacity) and a Munter hitch. Allows for adjustment and cut weight. I use a Hennessy hammock.
Nice short term trek. Only thing I would have done differently was no plastic baggy for ramen, and using a powerpot for water from snow, while charging my usb powerbank. You should look for them, very nice non-sunny weather gear. Perfect for snow melt/charging.(you dont cook in them to charge, only ever use water) The greater the difference between heat and cold, the better consistant charge. They are made with Seebeck High-temp TEG's sandwiched between a base of a pot and the plate around. There are many types or models out there. Thanks for the vid.
Thanks, I hope you had a great time on your trip as well. Such a cool area for winter exploration. I still have to get up there during the warmer season though.
BTW in the ADK's there are a lot of idiots that hike there. Constant rescue's by the rangers. They do have a lot of rules, but its only in the highly traveled areas, and if you know what your doing they don't care. I've done all 46 twice. Only had one ranger check on me before and he was cool with what I wasn't supposed to be doing.
Been there (same trip + more) , done that. Was a lot more snow. Those trail markers? Often found 'em by sinking into the snow up to armpits, & stepping on them. :P
Mt. Marcy is a good view, but in terms of 46er peaks haystack and gothic are the best in the area in my opinion. It’s awesome to see a place I’ve been many times covered in snow!
You need a hat and gloves, when you turn red and numb your too cold, had some bad frost bite, and I learned to allways keep a ushanka and warm globes ready.
hi bud very impressive video thanks for sharing really enjoyed it great detail and love the tracking GPS devices very handy for piece of mind and if you get into trouble I look forward to watching your adventures out in the woods/hills..ATB...colin from Scotland.
im going to have to start doing the drive all night sleep a little in car drink coffee thing if im going to get out on the trails more. i drive through atlanta during anytime in the day and im pissed off and done.
Have you ever thought of using one of those cheap Walmart black "yoga" mat's and a those "mylar" bubble wrapped pads (you can get those at Lowes, Menards, etc...), or even one those van "windshield" sunblocks! That would help also in the "convection" problem, but also reflect body heat. And you'll save a little weight too! It's just another ideal. Mark...
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Have watched 2 of your videos so far and enjoyed each one. I enjoy the fact that you take the viewer on most of your hike which some don't. I also see that you are well versed in the area you're hiking.
Great video again - I love 'em all. I admire your positive attitude throughout whatever conditions you come upon. You kept this attitude even when the frustration of both not reaching Algonquin Peak AND not ever having a decent view existed. It sets a great example for both hikers and pretty much anyone trying to accomplish any goal. That is great stress management too.
Just excellent! I just love your backpacking vids. Kinda tough to do at my age so I am living vicariously through your adventures. Production values on your vids are top notch. You are also a very intuitive editor. Great shot selection and nice use of special effect toys. Keep them coming. Thanks.
Found your videos through Evans Backpacking Videos and started watching. I too converted to hammock camping about a 6 months ago and once I switch to an under quilt, it was heaven. Enjoying your videos.
First time viewer of your channel. I don't know how I've missed your channel all this. Great winter camping video. Nice to see someone doing more hammock camping videos. Being a hammock camper myself it's nice to see how someone else does their setup. Great video looking forward to watching your uploaded and upcoming post. You've gained a new subscriber!!!
You've come a long way since this video. Between you and shug I've been inspired to join the ranks of hammock campers. Bought my first hammock this past summer and I don't know if I'll ever go back to tents.
Got myself a locally made hammock with an under-quilt permanently attached. Sheltowee Hammock Company from Lexington, Kentucky is an American owned and a made in America product. Love my 40°F Sheltowee Boone-Zip. Includes a sewn-in bug net. Has a separate snake skin rain tarp. Love mine. I only use my ENO for summer day trips. Loved the beauty of Adirondack Park in the winter. Good job.
Dude, I live at the foothills of the Adirondacks. I think you need to check your watch because if it was still daylight, in March, it couldn't have been 6 pm...should have been pitch black by then! Welcome to NY! Lol! Anyway, good video. Will have to try hammock camping sometime! Thanks for sharing!
YOU ARE MY HERO!!!! How I do not know but some how, perhaps my profound distaain for things electronic on a hike or on trails, I had never heard of that SPOT thing!! BUT....now knowing of it, the low cost of it and availability of it....I do believe my wife will NOW let me solo hike!!!! The rest of the vid was awesome but I spent it doing the happy dance from the moment you brought out the SPOT!!!! THANK YOU! A new subscriber!!! Oh, winter hikes...always white gas not canister!!
It was 1968 when me and a couple of buddies hiked Mt Marcy, June, from I believe where you started your hike, shown on the map. And all 5,344 feet of Marcy. In fact one of our over nights was at lake Colden I think at the very lean-to (10:53). But as I watch your equipment review, I'm kind of laughing to myself, we had no fancy gear, but never the less we enjoyed it and I would do it again any day. Thanks for your Video.
Really like your simple, unpretentious style. You make it seem so easy. Thank you for an entertaining, informative vid. Be Blessed.
Great video - enjoyed immensely. I grew up in the Adirondacks - 100 % typical weather. When you're out in it, you pray that it stays below 25 or the rain and hail will get you!
This was one of my fav videos of yours because you showed a lot more detail of setting up your camp and cooking and sleeping so that's great I really liked it! Good work!
Thanks, Arian. I wasn't exactly crushing summits on this one, so I figured it would be a good opportunity to focus more on the camp set-up and experience.
I'm a minimalist (blanket and tarp), but I'm either getting older, or the ground is getting harder and colder, lol! Hammock camping is looking real good about now. Enjoying your posts. Keep on keeping on!!!
Hammocks can be airy, it seems very cold as a winter setup, but i guess you can do it.
Love your winter hiking videos. I'd love to try that some time - cold weather is awesome!
Great work on the videos man. I just recently considered hammock camping myself and now own two of them. Thanks for all the effort.
Great job and thanks for sharing exactly where you went. So many put up content and go to beautiful places but never share that location for others to go and appreciate. I've asked numerous times for them to let me know where they had gone and not even a reply.. So it's appreciated that you did this. Thank you. Cheers 🇨🇦
came across your vids just yesterday... Been binge watching. Thank you so much for being relaxed, funny yet informative. It's Sept in NY I'm building courage to hammock camp 2 day 1 night in Nov and again in Feb/March. As a woman just seeing so many different perspectives is reassuring. Also knowing I'll be doing them solo, it's good to see in real life what I may come across.. Again THANK YOU!!
Thanks! I'm glad you're enjoying the vids and finding some useful info in them as well. Good luck on your upcoming trips!!
Call me weird but I love to hike in those kinds of conditions. It adds to the adventure plus winter is my favorite season!
The Monument is to David Henderson, not a guide, but an entrepreneur who founded an iron smelting operation in the area of the High Peaks. The pistol that Henderson discharged (in September of 1845) had been cocked by his guide, John Cheney. The site of the accident is commemorated in the name of the site, "Calamity Pond." I checked it out. Looks interesting.
That was a great trip, I went up there last month to the Santanoni shelter. That was my 1st time on snow shoes. That was the hardest trip ever, but a great workout. One day I'm gonna do a trip alone, just me and my Glock 23. Thanks for sharing.
It really is hard to explain just how much more exhausting everything is when snowshoes are involved, isn't it?
Just love your hiking videos. I work in a room with no windows so I appreciate them immensely between my own excursions. I am an avid hiking pole user, but I'm a lot older than you,. Seen too many break down before their time. They are worth the extra weight. I figure if I get a flat tire I won't be able to do my bucket list upon retirement:-)
just started watching your videos miss camping a lot. just that in India we need licsenced guides who know noting about camping. had wonderful time for12 years in Japan camping , lived in Alaska for 3 months . love ur videos dude brings old memories
+Gaurav Chandola Wow that's crazy about the guides. That must take some getting used. Is it a that conservation issue or about safety? Camping in Japan sounds pretty cool. I would love to do some backpacking in Asia some day.
Your videos are great and really enjoy watching them. They make me wanna go out and camp
Your hiking videos are "must see" TV. I prop you up on the ipad and watch along while I do dishes wishing I were out there with you. You're awesome! Another great video!
Dude your a master. Haha. I'm recently going through a housing problem and hammock camping a few days a week is my potential solution.
Keep the videos going!
Thanks for posting your trips. Really enjoy hammock camping vicariously when I can't do it myself.
Awesome trip as usual. Nice to see someone be able to use a hammock in the winter without an under quilt. Thanks for taking us along
Yeah, it wasn't all that bad. Definitely an option for those of us who tent camp as well and don't want to break the bank just yet.
The bank is tight which is why I haven't gone to a hammock yet. nice ones aren't cheap-O ya I don't know if you noticed but there was 2 days twos
Really cool hammock and you made the dehydrated food look pretty good and convenient
to carry. Thanks
nice and quiet and it looks like your alone.! thanks for the info looks like I'll think about going there some day. I'm using the hennessy safari deluxe zip hammock.
I even use a gear hammock to put under my hammock.
Dang: this was 8 years ago! Time flies my friend! Happy trails & trials! Great work!
Thanks, LL. It's hard for me to believe it was that long ago already too.
Dude, you are inspiring me! I convinced my dad and if we can, we are going backpacking just us in the Rockies! Thank you making a vid about it!
Right on, get out there!
The melt session at the end of the first day was quite trippy with headphones on. Love your videos and they are getting me back into hiking the 48. Currently at 20.
Anytime,if ever you are up here again hiking or backpacking and need help with understanding our distinct and sometimes difficult to understand laws-I would be happy to help.Stay safe out there,and keep up the great work!
Always enjoy your adventures...can't wait for the next one.
Pretty cool. I don't get to NY much these days, but I've camped in the Adirondacks and Catskill Mountains and it's beautiful. I hammock camped a couple of weeks ago here in Ohio. It was just a little below freezing. I had a -15 degree Mountain Hardwear bag, Sea to Summit Reactor Thermolite Mummy Bag Liner, and a mylar blanket to reflect the heat back to me. That was the only thing between me and the hammock. My backside got a little cold at times, but I was mostly pretty comfortable. At times I woke up overheating. Definitely keeping some air between you and the convection going on beneath the hammock is the way to go. The wind can just suck the life out of you. I always have an air mattress when I tent camp, but I was trying to go the minimalist route.
You should really come back up here to the High Peaks again-fall/winter is my favorite time of year-no bugs,and really beautiful.
+irishdefense77 Trying to work out a trip with my friend up there in the near future. I'm definitely long overdue.
That's a tough trail to get to the top of Algonquin from that side. Give you a lot of credit for making it as far as you did. Try hiking in from the Loj side during the summer/fall... Amazing views from summit
Nice change of pace from your usual videos. Still like the excitement of pounding out the miles, but nice change regardless. We hike a lot of the same areas and its nice to see someone else's perspective. Thanks for sharing.
Really enjoyed this video. You also inspired me to do some hammock camping next winter! Thanks for all the great videos!!
Right on - enjoy the trip!
Going hammock backpacking in the rockies this weekend, this vid was super helpful! Also been looking at the SPOT satellite messengers (boyfriend is uncomfortable with my solo packing) and am pleased to hear yours holds up well. Continue the awesome work!
as a boy scout in the area it is one of my favorite places to go camping. my troop usually goes there for canoeing trips in may. if interested in doing that I suggest the raquette lake to blue mtn lake trip it's about 3-4 days and very eefreshing.
Love those Snake Skins, dont have any myself but I'll get a couple after watching this. Great video, love the winter camping in North America, stay safe!
Great to see you finally got up to the Adirondacks! I highly recommend trying to get back up there this summer as well! Actually fall would be even better during peak foliage
Overall great video. I'm glad to see you hitting up the ADK. Try out a nice summer loop too, trying the Great Range. I think you'll enjoy the challenge and the view. Thanks for another great video.
I can't WAIT until my birthday. I'm going to go to the Smoky Mountains and hike part of the Appalachian Trail (inspired by you). I'm glad I came across your channel. :)
Sounds like an awesome way to celebrate your birthday - enjoy!
Just found your channel, you're a beast.
Always enjoy your videos, keep up the good work.
Great video, looks like standard winter weather for the UK; cold, wet, cloudy.
Great video! You should check out the Grafton Notch Loop this summer in Maine, it's a beautiful area with challenging hiking. Or maybe something involving Mount Katahdin in Baxter State Park? I know I can't wait until it gets a little warmer, winter hikes are fun and unique but you can't beat hiking in shorts and a t-shirt.
I enjoyed the hike and camping experience. Felt the cold too! Great video!
Great video. I'd just like to let everyone know, if you go up there after April, and need s bear barrel, instead of purchasing one for 80$ or more, you can rent one at the ADK LOJ for 5$ plus a deposit of I think 20$ I camped all winter this year locally, and as soon as I get some snow shoes, I'm headed up to the high peaks! Hopefully this year! If you go back, I recommend avalanche pass and mt. Colden for a challenging hike. Also, if you ever get cold with the set up you use, having the double pad, you can get out of your bag and get under it, so you have two top layers of down. You never know what the weather will be up there, and sometimes a zero degree bag just isn't warm enough. If you go in the dead of winter, the nights can get to minus 30 or more so you might want to bring a bag liner and bivy sac. Another winter tip, keep your water on you, inside your coat. You might be surprised how fast it'll freeze sometimes. Great video! Thanks for sharing with us.
tip for your hammock tarp....use silicone spray before your trip. Spray both sides and let dry before stowing it in the sack. Also, after the storm, hang the tarp vertically like a wall and smack it from the back side. The silicone acts like a 'release agent' and allows you to lose the ice faster than without it.
Pop tart and monster breakfast? You are a savage! Love the video, thanks for sharing.
Hey Sintax... You should look into using mylar "Emergency Blankets" for a base between you and your pad. They can make a little noise but will completely insulate you from below. They are cheap, and super lightweight. I camp in -10 - 15 degree weather all winter and once I started using them i noticed a huge difference. A lot of guys i know also use Tyvek..and wash it once to soften it before using it.
Awesome vid. Great o get out in inclimate weather now and then. Looks like that hammock setup held up nicely.
Not gonna lie - the stock Hennessy Hammock tarp made me a little nervous at first, but with proper set-up it does the job for under 10 ounces.
dude. i always watch your videos to get me pumped up for my next hike or camping trip. Awesome stuff. Thanks for all the great videos!
Whatever you do,be advised that the black flies and mosquitoes are bad until August-the best times to be here are from August to early June.Black flies are only a problem for about 6 weeks June to early July.Really want to see if you have refined your hammock camping gear to include a good underquilt and topquilt..
Great info, thank you for that! Yes, my hammock setup has evolved quite a bit. I show it a bit in my latest hammock camping video here: ruclips.net/video/B0lVgPAuw84/видео.html
11:40 is SPECTACULAR!!! Like walking on the moon!
A tip for winter hikers: don't walk in ski tracks if possible (lake scene). It may be so that the skier plans for a quick return in tracks he made before and now has to track again. Winter is cool time (no pun intended) to explore known places because snow makes terrain different. Also less chance of people stumbling in your campsite. Nice video.
Great vid, I always enjoy your trips. Love the long length of them.
Awesome vid! Next ADK trip, might I recommend the Northville-Placid Trail? It's 120-137 miles depending on starting point, with a slew of junctions to High Peaks trails (especially Duck Hole). If you don't have that kind of time, the Long Lake to Lake Placid section is one of the most beautiful places in all of America, and comes in at 36 miles with plentiful lean-to's and tent / hammock sites. There truly is nothing else like it...flat land, trees, water every possible place, loons, bears, moose, beaver dam crossings...just all adventure at all times. Just avoid the wet season (Late May-End of July) the mud is terrible, and the biting bugs are down right unholy (seriously, bug related insanity is possible). My girlfriend and I are through hiking it this August, meet us somewhere!
Kainius The Great Thanks, man. That sounds like a great trail. I'll have to add it to my list!
sintax77 I'm pretty sure the hammock was invented by the natives of the tropics to keep one's butt off the deck and out of reach of the ants, ticks, leeches, sand fleas, scorpions that you get an awful lot more of in the hot parts of the world...etc. Dunno if there are any advantages to using it in cold climates.
+sintax77 The Northville-Lake Placid Trail was great in the '70's when I hiked it, too. A really great wilderness experience. Sintax77-read my lips- do
not go during Kamikaze blackfly season. DO NOT GO. LOL!
Oh no, 6:15 is to early to get up........ 8:15 sounds a lot better..... .especially since your under a nice warm cover... lol it was nice to go along. 😊
Enjoy your videos! I used to live on the western edge of the Adiorndacks and I miss them! Hope to hike the Norhville to Placid Trail this summer and then some high peaks. Sill using a tent and the lean-to but eventually hope to try a hammock! Thanks for your great videos! May check out that Garmin. I have a SPOT somewhere....
+New Era Hiker Awesome, thanks! The Adirondacks were really cool. In fact, I've got to get back there myself. Have fun on the Placid trail!
Nice trip. I enjoy winter camping as well but have yet to take the hammock out below 30.
Great videos man, Gotta Love the Adirondacks. My family is from Plattsburgh NY and cut my teeth in the outdoors up in the mountains and on Lake Champlain. Now live in Central Ohio and long to get back up there.
+ sintax 77 Excellent video! Really enjoyed video. Look forward to checking out rest of your videos !
Thanks, a welcome aboard! :)
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Looks like an awesome hike sintax! Thanks for showing the Spot Tracker device, I am mostly a solo hiker too and will look into getting one of those so I dont drive family members quite as crazy...
Those tree straps are similar to the ENO Slap Straps. Another thing you can do for under insulation is an emergency blanket, They are a little krinkley but do work. Greta video. Hope to canoe the Adirondacks some day soon.
I almost got the Slap Straps, but steered away based on feedback that the nylon was stretching. I went Kammocks because they're polyester, and my friend went with Eno Atlas straps which are poly as well. Both seem equally solid.
While hiking in the Adirondack Mountains, in the area that is known locally as the High Peaks region, I came across a marker that was set up in the memory of a guide who was accidently shot by his own pistol while he was leading a party of tourists in the late 1800's. The pistol was in the pocket of his vest and it discharged when the vest was removed. As I recall, it was along the trail near Colton Lakes, about 5 - 10 miles from the ADK LOJ. To me, it may not be exactly 'roadside' material, but it is very unusual to see a monument so far from any sign of civilization
My winter hammock setup is a defence6 and a handmade double layer sheep fleece futon matt. The insolation is nuts. In celsius it keeps u warm down to -10°C
Lilith That sounds great but what is the wgt of your sheep fleece futon matt?
Sweet spot. Pretty close to me. Lots to see and do outdoors between Western, CNY, and Upstate.
Like the spot, thinking of getting one, I do alot of solo hunting and hiking my poor wife has to sit at home and worry while I'm out enjoying myself. Thanks for posting.
nice video, cant believe I have not come across your channel before. thanks
That's a beautiful trip. We hope to get up that way some time soon.
We have a lot of the same equipment. EMS long trail 70 pack, Thermarest pad. Surprised your Swiss Gar trekking poles still holding up. Mine all four died fast. I switched over to Black Diamond poles that have been holding up well, but quite a bit more investment.
Well, those are the 2 hiking poles I have left that still lock out of 4 that I originally bought for my wife and I back in 2011. I guess it works out to like $5 a year that I got out of them, lol.
Nice video. The more I see the hammock in use it makes me want one.
Enjoy your videos and glad to see you in our neck of the woods. I'm sure you know by now to not snowshoe through a skit track out of courtesy by now. LOL I didn't read all the comments so I'm not sure if the "high and mighty" (we got a bunch of those) already lit you up over your transgression! Bahahaha
From the LOJ through Avalanche Pass to Flowed Lands adn to Upper Works is an awesome XC ski. :)
I had to ditch my daisy chain straps/rappel rings since it sags and hard to adjust. I just got climbing carabiners (half ton capacity) and a Munter hitch. Allows for adjustment and cut weight. I use a Hennessy hammock.
excellent video pal really enjoyed your recording of your trip. regards
Nice short term trek. Only thing I would have done differently was no plastic baggy for ramen, and using a powerpot for water from snow, while charging my usb powerbank. You should look for them, very nice non-sunny weather gear. Perfect for snow melt/charging.(you dont cook in them to charge, only ever use water) The greater the difference between heat and cold, the better consistant charge. They are made with Seebeck High-temp TEG's sandwiched between a base of a pot and the plate around. There are many types or models out there. Thanks for the vid.
Thanks for taking one for the team to give us the great content of your channel your the man!
Been here last Sunday! I am from the area and I enjoyed you video! Thumbs up
Thanks, I hope you had a great time on your trip as well. Such a cool area for winter exploration. I still have to get up there during the warmer season though.
+sintax77 Yes def come back during the warmer months! hit me up when you do, would love to join!
Your videos are great. Keep up the great videos and love the commentary. Cheers and be safe.
Thanks, John!
BTW in the ADK's there are a lot of idiots that hike there. Constant rescue's by the rangers. They do have a lot of rules, but its only in the highly traveled areas, and if you know what your doing they don't care. I've done all 46 twice. Only had one ranger check on me before and he was cool with what I wasn't supposed to be doing.
Amazing trip, and your other adventures, I just don't come across people who share going to the woods and such...
Very nice. I spend a fair amount of time in the ADK on private land. Very nice stuff.
Been there (same trip + more) , done that. Was a lot more snow. Those trail markers? Often found 'em by sinking into the snow up to armpits, & stepping on them. :P
Great stuff! I just picked up the Hennessy hammock. I have never used a hammock before it should be interesting.
Wow, I did that trail the 2nd week of March. Neat. Now you got to get all 46!
Oh, man - I've got some work to do...
Nice vid! Please do more about winter camping. I am getting into camping and would like to know where to start!
Cool trip. That spoting device is nice i think i'll get one. Thanks for sharing.
Sintax! WHERE ARE YOUR GLOVES??!! Brilliant video, please keep it up.
Mt. Marcy is a good view, but in terms of 46er peaks haystack and gothic are the best in the area in my opinion. It’s awesome to see a place I’ve been many times covered in snow!
You need a hat and gloves, when you turn red and numb your too cold, had some bad frost bite, and I learned to allways keep a ushanka and warm globes ready.
Thanks for your help in turning this area into an overcrowded mess this summer . Expect more regulations and restrictions in the near future .
Looking forward to the hammock camping trip we are doing in a few weeks!! There will be no frozen pond crossings though. Lol
hi bud very impressive video thanks for sharing really enjoyed it great detail and love the tracking GPS devices very handy for piece of mind and if you get into trouble I look forward to watching your adventures out in the woods/hills..ATB...colin from Scotland.
colincky w Thanks, Colin. Glad to hear you enjoyed it. I bet you've got some pretty cool spots to hike over the in Scotland, yeah?
im going to have to start doing the drive all night sleep a little in car drink coffee thing if im going to get out on the trails more. i drive through atlanta during anytime in the day and im pissed off and done.
Buddy Clark I feel your pain. I gotta drive through the Bronx every time I want to go to the northern Appalachians, ugh. :o
You guys could use some good eateries there.
Us city folks require something better than gas station dinners.
im actually a vegetarian but id prefer city folk food if i ate out more i just cant stand the traffic.
Have you ever thought of using one of those cheap Walmart black "yoga" mat's and a those "mylar" bubble wrapped pads (you can get those at Lowes, Menards, etc...), or even one those van "windshield" sunblocks! That would help also in the "convection" problem, but also reflect body heat. And you'll save a little weight too! It's just another ideal. Mark...