I've been using a cutting from a karate/judo belt... hasn't caused problems so far, but is cotton based I imagine but woven and very tough. It doesn't have to be from a black belt but that might impress your mates!
I know this is old video and hoping you're still monitoring the chat. Really enjoyed the video and hoping to make some of these but I can't find the tools you're using (which I like better than typical fids). Do you have some info or links that would help me track them down? Thanks!
Of course DWR is not waterproof. Never was and isn’t designed to be. It is a Durable Water Repellent fabric, the word Waterproof is never used, except by you. Which introduces confusion. It’s not waterproof material, it’s a far cheaper material rendering the product , a tent in this case, subject to water ingress. The Fabsil you’re using there is probably more expensive than your tent? So it’s up to you isn’t it? Buy cheap , buy twice? Isn’t that how it goes, oh and when out on your adventures, take an umbrella!
I just finished a quilt and I've borrowed some of your design. I used the same baffle pattern (but baffle length is 10" with 5" gaps, so the "squares" are smaller than yours. 2.5" finished baffle height) and I did my edges the same as you. A pound of 950 fp down, a sewn footbox with snaps to adjust the length, and a draft collar, 608 grams total. I love the look of the baffle pattern. Have you had any issues with down shifting when you didn't want it? I think it should hold it well.
Congrats it's really quite a big task and well done on completing it. Nothing like making your own gear, mine is going strong, no down movement. I made a large linen bag to store it in not compressed and it's lasted many years perfectly.
@@TacBlades It took sooo many more hours than I anticipated. But if you enjoy projects like these, then it's worth it. I definitely get a kick out of using my diy gear. I made my hammock, ridgeline organizers, tarp, snake skins, stuff sacks, ponchotarp, and a couple little other bags.. Eventually I'll tackle making a pack, but that's a whole other level of difficulty.. Anyways, thanks for the vid on your quilt and sharing your ideas. I gave you credit for the baffle design when ppl asked about it on the diy facebook group.
Just found your channel. I am interested in trying to make my own quilt, thank you for this, very easy to follow and your explanations cover everything. I may have missed this in the video, how much 950 down did you put in? I’m thinking 12 ounces or so. Thank you again.
I go with sealer to be on the safe side, but it depends on so many factors like tension of the fabric the thread type the material and the stitches per inch.
i have a ruined duvet that is leaking down everywhere, and my idea was to remove all the down, and use it for a new quilt, or perhaps a coat. I can tell it's very good quality, but the cotton is just wrn out and tired. My thought was to use a vacuum that has a container part you can easily empty, can't think what they are called - as the best way to collect the down. Would appreciate hearing any good ideas on that. I totally vicariously enjoyed watching this.
It's a really messy job that's for sure, the down in duvets is usually very low quality mostly fill power 400 or below and not usually down but a mix of feathers. If it was good down then it would cost 1000s.
Should you still be around, I'm in North Queensland, Aus, where everything is slow. Hence the late request. Guidance required, Where can I get a FID, for splicing Dyneema, as shown in your great video? AMAZONis probably my best source of gear. Help, appreciated. Cheers RJT NQLD
I have really grown to like the Double Dragon, my favorite fixed loop currently. I typically prefer Blake’s hitch over the Farrimond, but Farrimond is useful for when an “exploding” friction hitch is desired.
I've used this 'how to' as the template for IS-Shackles which replace all the very hefty steel shackles on a Jordan Series Drogue - a life-saver device for small boats in big storms. I'm using 12mm Dyneema, and with Dyneema anti-chafe woven tubing slipped on. It's idiot-proof, doesn't rot under UV, and I can double 'em up with a spare set which I've made.
i use water instead of binder clips. just slide the glass backwards over top of a few drops of water and it wont go anywhere, and you've got your entire print bed available. obviously dry the edges before you start printing and don't put your printer inside a pool of water you'll be fine. for ABS i'll probably try the same trick with oil instead... since water boils at 100c
Welcome back, haven't seen you for a while.... I made the mistake of buying a 'budget' action camera (similar to your Akaso) and while it worked, I knew I was always going to have to bite the bullet and save up for a GoPro, but then DJI released the Action 3 which I eventually bought, then they released the Action 4 two months later.... Anyway, I agree about the 2K for everything other than 4k for when I think I may need to zoom in/crop tighter on something, like a product or a small detail. Have 2k as the default video setting, so it starts up in that mode and 4k as a custom setting, but you've no doubt worked that out already. Nice to have you back, I used to enjoy your 'vlogs' on your way to or from a camping trip. 🙏🏽
Nice review. Whats it like when hiking up a hill? This is a heavy and warm jacket. Do you get too hot even with the pit zips open? I have a ski jacket that has pit zips, I can't use it for hiking, it's too hot.
I only use ot for hiking in low temps like 8 Deg and below, the pit zips are massive and do work very well. It's also nice when you stop just to sit around camp in keeps you very warm. I usually only wear a t shirt underneath or a long sleeve thin layers but I don't need a mid layer with it
Footage looks awesome Gary, I have experimented with 4k and I think it's 5.3K but had trouble editing the files until I learned about "Proxy files" but generally still tend to film and render in 1080. The footage in this video looks very crisp with good audio. Jottacloud seems a good idea, I have 3 times 2TB drives that are filling up. I hope RU-vid will be a safe place but we never know for sure. I'm currently using Powerdirector 365 for video editing
Hi. Thanks for taking the time to share this. Don’t know if it was just me, but the audio was double speed (or higher) at a couple of points eg 39min 45s. Maybe just me?
I’ve had two pairs of German para boots one of which I bought for my son, the exact same thing happened to them. It’s a real shame as every other part of the boot is so well made.
@@TacBlades I went for some Alt-berg Defenders after my sons boots failed but this was some time ago and the defenders are getting pretty worn so I shall give them a look when the time comes, I’ve got some Hiax desert boots which I really like so I know they are well made. cheers.
Good stuff bud, reviews are really decent (as always). The COB light looks good quality, so interested to see how you get on with that. Also looking forward to coat review. Started using ponchos more after an absolute battering on the WHW and repeated coat failure. Probably look a bit of a knob 😅 but working well so far. Take it easy, Tom
Hi Gary, The fungi at the end were I think Sulphur tufts. Audio was great but could have been tweaked using an equalizer but I think this can be a subjective thing especially for people like me with defective hearing. As for waterproofing, I have done everything I can to keep my motorcycle boots water tight including melting wax into them and in the end the dampness still got through:)
Looks good but I think lettering could be more pronounced, thicker outline or larger not sure if you're dropping logo but if not would be nice to include it
Aaaahhh so good to see you back bud :) Hopefully see you out and about more and some more homemade equipment. Always found it so fascinating to see your process of how you go about creating your personalised equipment 👍 Take care Tom
It's great to see you! Nice video. I appreciate you going into so much detail on everything. It's very informative. My hammock's amsteel suspension is based on your videos.
