Sarah wins the fashion show. It was no contest lol. Maybe a video comparing types of stoves. Like I prefer alcohol simply because it’s silent and no canisters to guess how much fuel is left. Used a pocket rocket as well for decades as well as the old heavy white gas stoves.
I’ve been lucky, my $12 Amazon stove has lasted me almost three years now. I do plan on switching over to alcohol though so when I do I’ll be sure to make a video on it, thanks for the suggestion!
A vegetable peeler and a bar of soap, can help with "pits and bits" + footcare hygiene...add a abrasive style shower glove. A tiny bit of soap and water, can help. Also bar soap rubbed on a sticky zip is a lifesaver (Castile soap or similar nature) The soap isn't needed for weekend getaway hikes..but if going out for a few weeks, it can help decrust socks, etc A chux style wipe is a lightweight, easy dry washcloth too. If the available dirt/sand /plants are suitable...eg wild mint good, stinging nettle not so much...a dirt bath can help exfoliate dead skin cells, salt from sweat etc
My hack: don't buy a shoulder pouch for a water bottle. Put a loop in the end of a piece of cordage and loop it through the webbing on your shoulder pad as high up as possible. It should hang about 6-8 inches. Tie a slip knot at the end and cinch the slip knot around the top of your water bottle. Adjust the knots as necessary to get it to hang where you want it. Then run a bit of shock cord through your shoulder strap webbing and around the bottle and tie it off to keep the water bottle from jiggling around. Free-ish and easy
I've thought about doing something similar before. Sara's pack could use that. I already have a water bottle sleeve for my Zpacks, appreciate the input!
Using zip ties is even easier for attaching to the top on bottles. Just need two of them to create a nice loop to attach to. And then you can hold the bottom on the bottle to the backpack strap using an elastic ponytail band
We only get a few Ozark trail things in this country but one of the things you do get are outdoors plastic combination spoon/forks. They're very little money, less than a dollar each in a multi pack. They're my favourite thing to loose and still have a couple in use I bought three years ago. Surely they're even cheaper in the US? More reliable than disposables too.
They make a lot of stuff. Usually can get it at Walmart, OT is sort of known for making low quality gear but I suppose spoons don’t much matter lol. I like my long handles though so I don’t get saucey fingers haha, thanks for tuning in!
Tyvek coveralls are 100% waterproof too, workers can confirm it is a sauna inside, but white helps :) I use painters tarp for a tarp and groundsheet. Cheap, light, available. I must disagree with the extras - an extra pair of underwear is essential. Change up everyday, and wash them at creeks or whatever. Day socks and night socks too, both wool. An extra poliester shirt isn’t too bad of an idea either honestly, but you can put on your wind/rain gear temporarily as other stuff dries.
I’ll have to try the coveralls sometime as a test video lol. I usually don’t bring extra clothes because a lot of times people are downstream of water sources and I don’t like the idea of washing my sweat down the river towards someone else. In reality it probably doesn’t matter but it’s not a good look IMO. I’ll bring extra underwear if I’m spending more than two nights but that’s about it.
For extra clothes, considering potential rain and your clothes getting wet, it is a VERY good idea to bring an extra layer. With light-weight clothes they'll weigh no more than a pound in total and you'll thank the heavens when you're soaking wet all day and then come evening you can put on some dry sh* while your wet sh* gets to dry out. Additionally considering temps, it can get way colder at night and an extra layer can actually save your life, for instance when wet and it gets colder = deadly combo. Nothing is black and white; you might be fine ignoring the above, but many aren't. Cheers mate.
I’m talking about people bringing clothes every day just to have something clean to wear. I typically do have an “extra” set of clothes which is my base layer. In the summer with lows in the upper 60’s I don’t bring anything though because it doesn’t matter if I get wet. I just strip down to my underwear, lay my microfiber towel on the hammock and dry my clothes under the quilt.
Potato chips are just about the best, almost any fast food snack will work, some slower than others. The gum you chew will even burn. I've tried most snack food at one time or another. We started using potato chips when I was a cub scout back in the 1950's. If a snack goes stale, it goes in my fire pile. The original recycling bin.
I’ve been using the Frogg Toggs for about a year so far and only got a few burn holes in them. I also wear them at work when it’s raining and I have a pretty physically demanding job; so far so good. And, since I only hike in shorts, I cut the legs off the pants to make rain shorts and save some weight
Very good info not sure if i wanna keep eating Fritos heartburn city tell Sara she was an excellent model .So glad your channel is going so well for as you do very good informative videos
On the Frogg Toggs - I would recommend either spending a little more on a military poncho, which is much more durable and is a multi-use item for the same weight. Or, just get a disposable poncho for a dollar, and is much smaller and lighter than a Frogg Togg. It's a dollar, so if the Frogg Toggs aren't going to last 20 times, they certainly aren't worth the money.
Yeah I don’t disagree. They’re super popular with the Ultralight crowd which is why they made it into the video. In the cold months in Ohio I have goretex pants and jacket. I’ve been testing the Toggs this summer, only had to wear them once though. Don’t imagine they’ll last the year lol
I like rain jackets more than ponchos. When I hike around in temps ranging from -30 to 30 Celsius I like the versatility of a real rain jacket. Easier for heat and sweat management, especially if there are armpit zippers. I don’t see Frog Togs up in Canada though anyway
Military poncho, really? They are both heavier and take up a lot more space in your pack. More durable for sure, but to say that they are lighter and smaller is not helpful.
Tyvek chem suit is the driest, lightest, cheapest, most comfortable rain suit money can buy. Once you try it, you won't care what you look like to other packers!
Doritos is also another good fire starter. Also, lighter than an extra pair of underwear is a few diaper wipes in a ziplock baggie. At night before climbing into your sleeping bag, a quick wipe "down there" will give you the satisfaction of being somewhat clean and fresh. You can get a package of diaper wipes at a dollar store for under $3 with like 200 or 300 wipes. Another hack is ducktape a plastic knife or even a small stick to a plastic spoon, now you have your extra long spoon for those deep bags. ;) Great video!
Solid backpacking and camping tips 👍. Would love to see some more food hacks. Would like to see more creative food options you like to pack out. Or how about some freeze dried meal reviews? You and Sarah could film your reaction to trying new freeze dried meals. What are some must have condiments you like to pack out? But ultimately I think we all wanna see more backpacking. See you on the trail. 🤘
I do have two cooking related videos out. I have one going over my three day loadout for dolly sods and one about my cook set I use. A freeze dried meal episode could definitely be fun…and expensive lol. Don’t worry, next video will be a good one, I’m backpacking CVNP this weekend and that will be my next release. There will be 4-5 waterfalls depending on my route so it should be a good one! Unfortunately the trip videos don’t perform as well as I’d like but they’re my favorite ones to make so I will continue to do so. Thanks for watching and thanks for the feedback!
Good point, but I’d argue your campfire shouldn’t be next to your shelter in the first place. Typically I’d have my fire where I eat, if you’re following a proper camp triangle it shouldn’t be an issue. I live in the eastern US so bears aren’t a huge consideration in most places, in Grizzly country I’d take it much more seriously.
Is it the UL2? Pants literally fell apart before I could use them. Jacket is decent for the price but if I had worn that on my Dolly Sods trip I 100% guarantee it wouldn’t have got out alive. The sods poked a hole in my Zpacks pack so the Toggs would’ve been toast lol
Not putting it in the pack is the #1 tip to going lighter. #2 is if there are two choices for the same item, go with the lighter one. Three things you never want to leave behind is whistle, signal mirror (a good one doubles to check your eyes for obstructions), and your fav nav device. Don't go crazy on the repair gear or the first aid gear as the lighter you go the less injury to your body (most gear can be fixed at home better than in the field). Don't be stupid light, make sure you have the right clothes and sleeping bag for the temps you expect.
I don't understand all the whining about frogg toggs rain gear. They are light, compact, and they keep you dry. As far as durability goes yes they can snag and get tears and holes. But they are very easy to repair with just about any kind of tape that you would be carrying. So if you know of a lighter, more compact, still waterproof, set of rain gear that is still as economical as this, please share. You can buy a lot of frogg toggs for the price of one piece of Gore-Tex gear. Or you can buy one and repair it and still be cheaper.
The fuss is because they aren’t very good. If you get some light rain, they’re fine. I was on the AT a few weeks ago and had 24 hours of constant rain. After a few hours the Frogg Toggs wetted out at the seams for both me and my girlfriend, we were soaked. They also don’t breathe, so if you don’t get wet from them wetting out, you’ll get soaked with sweat. I put about 3-4 holes in mine on that hike and we weren’t exactly bushwhacking. The pants tore the first time I wore them. Sara’s pants tore the second time she used them. They’re fine for intermediate rain and blocking wind, but in sustained rain they’re a danger, especially when it’s cold.
1. Sarah 2. Dairy Queen long plastic spoon from Blizzard (yum!) 3. Did you try flaming hot Cheetos? 4. Frog toggs + duct tape=happy 5. What about the bacon?
Have not tried the Cheetos. I don’t like super spicy stuff, more of a mild kinda guy. If you want bacon content feel free to subscribe and watch more videos because there’s plenty of bacon lol. Thanks for watching!
How do you feel about the carcinogens and waste plastic from reusing smart water bottles a couple of times? I was always told not to reuse plastic water bottles as they can be dangerous, and I would feel guilty buying 2L of smart water bottles for every trip, as it feels like a waste. This is coming from the UK, where tap water is drinkable and we don't require plastic water bottles.
Never thought about it. Everything has cancer causing agents in it. Water, air, food, clothing, electronics etc. I figure I’ll either get cancer or I won’t, for me the worrying isn’t worth it since it’s out of my control.
Yeah, I’m definitely not saying you’re wrong. There are only so many things I can worry about on a given day and for whatever reason it’s just not something I’ve put much thought into. Thanks for the insight though buddy.
Thanks for the video! Do you happen to have any ideas for no-cook meals? I'm getting super tired of peanut butter on something (bread/apple/finger). But I often don't like to stop to boil water for a lunch or breakfast.
My “no cook” meals are typically snacks. For carbs: CLIF bars, pop tarts, skittles etc. For protein: typically just some sort of jerky. For fats: pistachios, almonds or trail mix which also have some carbs and minimal protein depending on what is in the mix. I’m actually looking more into cold soaking recipes and I’ll be doing a video on that in the coming weeks most likely.
Instead of NOT taking extra anything(shirt, socks, UNDERWARE, why not take one extra of those things & wash up everything and yourself, every two or three days) I'm sure your girl, and anyone with you or around you would GREATLY appreciate it!!!!!
Carrying extra clothes, soap etc and adding 5+ pounds of extra gear and wet clothes sort of defeats the purpose of ultralight backpacking. Not to mention the overwhelming majority of places highly frown upon you taking a bath in a water source. You’re not supposed to use soap in most backcountry areas and if you’re just wiping down with water, you’re not going to smell any better. Definitely no point in putting on clean clothes if your body still smells horrendous, that’s why.
very earnest, useful, and charming. one suggestion for future video: shoot video in the forest. it seemed quaint with the lawn and suburban houses in background. also, remember that outdoors people love Environment, so promoting 10$ garbage walmart pant that break easily will only encourage giant corporation and make more garbage products in landfill. Good video, well done.
Thanks for watching and for the feedback. I do have a few things worth noting. I generally try to record while I’m on a trip if I can. With that being said, that’s not always possible. I put out a video each week. When you see videos like this it’s because I wasn’t able to do a trip. The best thing I can do is step outside on the lawn. There is plenty of actually backpacking content on my channel if you want to check it out. The second thing is, I’m not “promoting” Frogg Toggs. Personally, I don’t really like them as I stated in the video. I covered them for two reasons. One, they’re cheap and accessible to the beginner backpacker who may not have $5,000 to spend on gear. Reason #2 is because they are SUPER popular among the ultralight backpacking crowd so I wanted to share my insight on them based off of my experience. Again, thanks for watching!
These hack videos were very helpful! Concerning clothing, it is said that “cotton kills”. Are you wearing synthetics, including underwear, on the trail? I switched to a 100% polyester shirt, and it fixed the problem I had getting chilled when I rested, or when the wind came up. I haven’t yet changed to synthetic briefs, but I am wondering what others wear down there.
Yes, I wear synthetic or wool everything. I wear synthetic boxer briefs, darn tough merino wool socks, polypropylene base layers and merino wool beanie when it’s cold.
Meh, at the most I would take a small bottle of sanitizer. I haven’t even taken one of those for years tbh. I wash my hands in streams, sometimes face, arms and legs too. I’m in Red River Gorge in Kentucky right now and that’s what I did today, stream bath. Plus I’d rather not apply a scent to me that a bear may find interesting.
We have used McD's mcflurry spoons. You can shove a stick in the hollow handle to make it as long as you want...and you get to eat a cold dessert while preparing for the hike.
Credit to Sarah, she manages to look elegant in frogg toggs. Respect.
lol way better than I do
Another good spoon is the one from Dairy Queen! Almost as long as the titanium one and technically 'free'!
Got a lot of those laying around lol
Sarah wins the fashion show. It was no contest lol.
Maybe a video comparing types of stoves. Like I prefer alcohol simply because it’s silent and no canisters to guess how much fuel is left. Used a pocket rocket as well for decades as well as the old heavy white gas stoves.
I’ve been lucky, my $12 Amazon stove has lasted me almost three years now. I do plan on switching over to alcohol though so when I do I’ll be sure to make a video on it, thanks for the suggestion!
Me too. Plus some stoves weight just a couple grams, and you can take only the fuel you need.
A vegetable peeler and a bar of soap, can help with "pits and bits" + footcare hygiene...add a abrasive style shower glove. A tiny bit of soap and water, can help.
Also bar soap rubbed on a sticky zip is a lifesaver (Castile soap or similar nature)
The soap isn't needed for weekend getaway hikes..but if going out for a few weeks, it can help decrust socks, etc
A chux style wipe is a lightweight, easy dry washcloth too.
If the available dirt/sand /plants are suitable...eg wild mint good, stinging nettle not so much...a dirt bath can help exfoliate dead skin cells, salt from sweat etc
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Keep em coming 🎉
Will do
My hack: don't buy a shoulder pouch for a water bottle. Put a loop in the end of a piece of cordage and loop it through the webbing on your shoulder pad as high up as possible. It should hang about 6-8 inches. Tie a slip knot at the end and cinch the slip knot around the top of your water bottle. Adjust the knots as necessary to get it to hang where you want it. Then run a bit of shock cord through your shoulder strap webbing and around the bottle and tie it off to keep the water bottle from jiggling around.
Free-ish and easy
I've thought about doing something similar before. Sara's pack could use that. I already have a water bottle sleeve for my Zpacks, appreciate the input!
Using zip ties is even easier for attaching to the top on bottles. Just need two of them to create a nice loop to attach to. And then you can hold the bottom on the bottle to the backpack strap using an elastic ponytail band
Great information! Thank you
Thanks for the kind words, glad you liked it.
Chip sections in all grocery stores are the most flammable section for that reason
I learned something else today lol
We only get a few Ozark trail things in this country but one of the things you do get are outdoors plastic combination spoon/forks. They're very little money, less than a dollar each in a multi pack. They're my favourite thing to loose and still have a couple in use I bought three years ago. Surely they're even cheaper in the US? More reliable than disposables too.
They make a lot of stuff. Usually can get it at Walmart, OT is sort of known for making low quality gear but I suppose spoons don’t much matter lol. I like my long handles though so I don’t get saucey fingers haha, thanks for tuning in!
Tyvek coveralls are 100% waterproof too, workers can confirm it is a sauna inside, but white helps :)
I use painters tarp for a tarp and groundsheet. Cheap, light, available.
I must disagree with the extras - an extra pair of underwear is essential. Change up everyday, and wash them at creeks or whatever. Day socks and night socks too, both wool. An extra poliester shirt isn’t too bad of an idea either honestly, but you can put on your wind/rain gear temporarily as other stuff dries.
I’ll have to try the coveralls sometime as a test video lol. I usually don’t bring extra clothes because a lot of times people are downstream of water sources and I don’t like the idea of washing my sweat down the river towards someone else. In reality it probably doesn’t matter but it’s not a good look IMO. I’ll bring extra underwear if I’m spending more than two nights but that’s about it.
For extra clothes, considering potential rain and your clothes getting wet, it is a VERY good idea to bring an extra layer. With light-weight clothes they'll weigh no more than a pound in total and you'll thank the heavens when you're soaking wet all day and then come evening you can put on some dry sh* while your wet sh* gets to dry out. Additionally considering temps, it can get way colder at night and an extra layer can actually save your life, for instance when wet and it gets colder = deadly combo.
Nothing is black and white; you might be fine ignoring the above, but many aren't. Cheers mate.
I’m talking about people bringing clothes every day just to have something clean to wear. I typically do have an “extra” set of clothes which is my base layer. In the summer with lows in the upper 60’s I don’t bring anything though because it doesn’t matter if I get wet. I just strip down to my underwear, lay my microfiber towel on the hammock and dry my clothes under the quilt.
Potato chips are just about the best, almost any fast food snack will work, some slower than others. The gum you chew will even burn. I've tried most snack food at one time or another. We started using potato chips when I was a cub scout back in the 1950's. If a snack goes stale, it goes in my fire pile. The original recycling bin.
Good to know!
Sarah is going to sell a lot of Frog Toggs.
lol we’ll have to make her a sales rep, thanks for watching!
I’ve been using the Frogg Toggs for about a year so far and only got a few burn holes in them. I also wear them at work when it’s raining and I have a pretty physically demanding job; so far so good. And, since I only hike in shorts, I cut the legs off the pants to make rain shorts and save some weight
Are they the UL2? My pants literally didn’t survive me putting them on the first time.
@@Bacon_N_Backpacking yep the UL2
You better hold on to those because most people are lucky to even get them on before a blow out. Dont even try riding a bike in a pair of those pants.
@@Summitperry lol kinda what I was thinking, they belong to science
Very good info not sure if i wanna keep eating Fritos heartburn city tell Sara she was an excellent model .So glad your channel is going so well for as you do very good informative videos
Everyone keeps telling me Sara won 😕
On the Frogg Toggs - I would recommend either spending a little more on a military poncho, which is much more durable and is a multi-use item for the same weight. Or, just get a disposable poncho for a dollar, and is much smaller and lighter than a Frogg Togg. It's a dollar, so if the Frogg Toggs aren't going to last 20 times, they certainly aren't worth the money.
Yeah I don’t disagree. They’re super popular with the Ultralight crowd which is why they made it into the video. In the cold months in Ohio I have goretex pants and jacket. I’ve been testing the Toggs this summer, only had to wear them once though. Don’t imagine they’ll last the year lol
I've tried this, for both water bottles and my umbrella, and it doesn't work all that well in practice. I spent the $20.
I like rain jackets more than ponchos. When I hike around in temps ranging from -30 to 30 Celsius I like the versatility of a real rain jacket. Easier for heat and sweat management, especially if there are armpit zippers. I don’t see Frog Togs up in Canada though anyway
Military poncho, really? They are both heavier and take up a lot more space in your pack. More durable for sure, but to say that they are lighter and smaller is not helpful.
What I like about the military poncho is that it also makes a good tent or tarp, hammock, dry bag, etc. It's durable and versatile.
Tyvek chem suit is the driest, lightest, cheapest, most comfortable rain suit money can buy. Once you try it, you won't care what you look like to other packers!
The Frogg Toggs aren’t much more flattering lol
Doritos is also another good fire starter. Also, lighter than an extra pair of underwear is a few diaper wipes in a ziplock baggie. At night before climbing into your sleeping bag, a quick wipe "down there" will give you the satisfaction of being somewhat clean and fresh. You can get a package of diaper wipes at a dollar store for under $3 with like 200 or 300 wipes. Another hack is ducktape a plastic knife or even a small stick to a plastic spoon, now you have your extra long spoon for those deep bags. ;) Great video!
I always carry baby wipes, I'm not uncivilized lol. Nothing improves morale like a clean butt.
Solid backpacking and camping tips 👍. Would love to see some more food hacks. Would like to see more creative food options you like to pack out. Or how about some freeze dried meal reviews? You and Sarah could film your reaction to trying new freeze dried meals. What are some must have condiments you like to pack out? But ultimately I think we all wanna see more backpacking. See you on the trail. 🤘
I do have two cooking related videos out. I have one going over my three day loadout for dolly sods and one about my cook set I use. A freeze dried meal episode could definitely be fun…and expensive lol. Don’t worry, next video will be a good one, I’m backpacking CVNP this weekend and that will be my next release. There will be 4-5 waterfalls depending on my route so it should be a good one! Unfortunately the trip videos don’t perform as well as I’d like but they’re my favorite ones to make so I will continue to do so. Thanks for watching and thanks for the feedback!
Meant to say you can save money on the ti spoon by getting a Uco Switch at Walmart for $5. They also snap together to give you that extra long reach.
Interesting, don’t think I’ve seen those before. I’ll have to look next time I’m in.
Beat me to it Dale, the UCO Switch is awesome and cheap
Walmart's long handled camp spoons are 98 cents each and they work great. I'm still on my first one, never had an issue.
You're the second person that's brought that up and I've never actually seen it in Walmart. I wonder why mine doesn't have it.
Downside to burning Fritos in your fire pit. You are more likely to have bears at your site.
Good point, but I’d argue your campfire shouldn’t be next to your shelter in the first place. Typically I’d have my fire where I eat, if you’re following a proper camp triangle it shouldn’t be an issue. I live in the eastern US so bears aren’t a huge consideration in most places, in Grizzly country I’d take it much more seriously.
@@Bacon_N_Backpacking then again who’s to say Vaseline isn’t cat nip for bears
I’ve been using the same Frog Togs jacket for 5 years now! 😎
Is it the UL2? Pants literally fell apart before I could use them. Jacket is decent for the price but if I had worn that on my Dolly Sods trip I 100% guarantee it wouldn’t have got out alive. The sods poked a hole in my Zpacks pack so the Toggs would’ve been toast lol
@@Bacon_N_Backpacking it does have some duct tape patina, but I call it character! 🧐
Not putting it in the pack is the #1 tip to going lighter. #2 is if there are two choices for the same item, go with the lighter one. Three things you never want to leave behind is whistle, signal mirror (a good one doubles to check your eyes for obstructions), and your fav nav device. Don't go crazy on the repair gear or the first aid gear as the lighter you go the less injury to your body (most gear can be fixed at home better than in the field). Don't be stupid light, make sure you have the right clothes and sleeping bag for the temps you expect.
Leaving stuff at home for sure saves the most weight. Thanks for watching!
I don't understand all the whining about frogg toggs rain gear. They are light, compact, and they keep you dry. As far as durability goes yes they can snag and get tears and holes. But they are very easy to repair with just about any kind of tape that you would be carrying. So if you know of a lighter, more compact, still waterproof, set of rain gear that is still as economical as this, please share. You can buy a lot of frogg toggs for the price of one piece of Gore-Tex gear. Or you can buy one and repair it and still be cheaper.
The fuss is because they aren’t very good. If you get some light rain, they’re fine. I was on the AT a few weeks ago and had 24 hours of constant rain. After a few hours the Frogg Toggs wetted out at the seams for both me and my girlfriend, we were soaked. They also don’t breathe, so if you don’t get wet from them wetting out, you’ll get soaked with sweat. I put about 3-4 holes in mine on that hike and we weren’t exactly bushwhacking. The pants tore the first time I wore them. Sara’s pants tore the second time she used them. They’re fine for intermediate rain and blocking wind, but in sustained rain they’re a danger, especially when it’s cold.
1. Sarah
2. Dairy Queen long plastic spoon from Blizzard (yum!)
3. Did you try flaming hot Cheetos?
4. Frog toggs + duct tape=happy
5. What about the bacon?
Have not tried the Cheetos. I don’t like super spicy stuff, more of a mild kinda guy. If you want bacon content feel free to subscribe and watch more videos because there’s plenty of bacon lol. Thanks for watching!
Ok now boil water with some Fritos lol
In theory if you had enough of them it would probably work lol. Might have to try that just for a laugh.
How do you feel about the carcinogens and waste plastic from reusing smart water bottles a couple of times? I was always told not to reuse plastic water bottles as they can be dangerous, and I would feel guilty buying 2L of smart water bottles for every trip, as it feels like a waste. This is coming from the UK, where tap water is drinkable and we don't require plastic water bottles.
Never thought about it. Everything has cancer causing agents in it. Water, air, food, clothing, electronics etc. I figure I’ll either get cancer or I won’t, for me the worrying isn’t worth it since it’s out of my control.
@@Bacon_N_Backpacking That's fair. The likes of a reusable plastic or aluminium water bottle wouldn't have those cancer causing chemicals in, however.
Yeah, I’m definitely not saying you’re wrong. There are only so many things I can worry about on a given day and for whatever reason it’s just not something I’ve put much thought into. Thanks for the insight though buddy.
@@jackmcgrady5416 Clearly you have already made up your mind. So just go with what you feel comfortable with.
Silicone water bladder
Bamboo toothbrushes are light.
Good point
You had to have her put on the pants!! Shame on you!! LOL
Yeah that was probably excessive lol, thanks for watching!
Thanks for the video! Do you happen to have any ideas for no-cook meals? I'm getting super tired of peanut butter on something (bread/apple/finger). But I often don't like to stop to boil water for a lunch or breakfast.
My “no cook” meals are typically snacks. For carbs: CLIF bars, pop tarts, skittles etc. For protein: typically just some sort of jerky. For fats: pistachios, almonds or trail mix which also have some carbs and minimal protein depending on what is in the mix. I’m actually looking more into cold soaking recipes and I’ll be doing a video on that in the coming weeks most likely.
Instead of NOT taking extra anything(shirt, socks, UNDERWARE, why not take one extra of those things & wash up everything and yourself, every two or three days) I'm sure your girl, and anyone with you or around you would GREATLY appreciate it!!!!!
Carrying extra clothes, soap etc and adding 5+ pounds of extra gear and wet clothes sort of defeats the purpose of ultralight backpacking. Not to mention the overwhelming majority of places highly frown upon you taking a bath in a water source. You’re not supposed to use soap in most backcountry areas and if you’re just wiping down with water, you’re not going to smell any better. Definitely no point in putting on clean clothes if your body still smells horrendous, that’s why.
Potato chips start even faster.
Never tried it. New experiment coming up lol thanks for watching.
very earnest, useful, and charming. one suggestion for future video: shoot video in the forest. it seemed quaint with the lawn and suburban houses in background. also, remember that outdoors people love Environment, so promoting 10$ garbage walmart pant that break easily will only encourage giant corporation and make more garbage products in landfill. Good video, well done.
Thanks for watching and for the feedback. I do have a few things worth noting. I generally try to record while I’m on a trip if I can. With that being said, that’s not always possible. I put out a video each week. When you see videos like this it’s because I wasn’t able to do a trip. The best thing I can do is step outside on the lawn. There is plenty of actually backpacking content on my channel if you want to check it out. The second thing is, I’m not “promoting” Frogg Toggs. Personally, I don’t really like them as I stated in the video. I covered them for two reasons. One, they’re cheap and accessible to the beginner backpacker who may not have $5,000 to spend on gear. Reason #2 is because they are SUPER popular among the ultralight backpacking crowd so I wanted to share my insight on them based off of my experience. Again, thanks for watching!
I've used the same Frogg Toggs for about 3 years with no issues.
These hack videos were very helpful! Concerning clothing, it is said that “cotton kills”. Are you wearing synthetics, including underwear, on the trail? I switched to a 100% polyester shirt, and it fixed the problem I had getting chilled when I rested, or when the wind came up. I haven’t yet changed to synthetic briefs, but I am wondering what others wear down there.
Yes, I wear synthetic or wool everything. I wear synthetic boxer briefs, darn tough merino wool socks, polypropylene base layers and merino wool beanie when it’s cold.
@@Bacon_N_Backpacking many thanks!
Absolutely, thanks for watching!
I used Doritos to start fire...
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You need to bring soap, my dude. Your hands get dirty doing certain things in the woods, and that can make you sick.
Meh, at the most I would take a small bottle of sanitizer. I haven’t even taken one of those for years tbh. I wash my hands in streams, sometimes face, arms and legs too. I’m in Red River Gorge in Kentucky right now and that’s what I did today, stream bath. Plus I’d rather not apply a scent to me that a bear may find interesting.
Might as well just use a garbage bag for a raincoat
The coat actually isn't that bad. The pants are atrocious lol
Doritos work well I hear
My scientific experiment has proven this correct haha, thanks for watching!
Did you seriously want an answer?!?! 😉
Yep lay it on me lol
@@Bacon_N_Backpacking, with utmost respect to you, definitely Sarah! Just keep saying “Yes dear” and life will be grand for you!! 😉😎
Sarah wore it better. You....need some work.
You’re probably right lol
however, you are more good-natured....@@Bacon_N_Backpacking
We have used McD's mcflurry spoons. You can shove a stick in the hollow handle to make it as long as you want...and you get to eat a cold dessert while preparing for the hike.
Well now I’m going to have to go get a McFlurry, just to get the spoon of course lol