10 Pieces of Gear I Carried for over a Decade of Mountain Guiding

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After a lengthy video-making sabbatical, I'm back!
A quick video to get back into things. As I reorganized my life and gear, post selling my guiding business, I ran into several pieces of equipment that have gone on almost every elk, deer, sheep, goat, and bear hunt I've been on for the past decade. I'd consider these no brainer purchases for anyone diving into mountain hunting!
00:00 I'm Back!
00:35 Newsletter
02:23 In-Reach Device
03:50 Buck 113 Knife (Carl Thomas Jr. Sheath)
05:40 Kershaw Ultra Tek Sharpener
06:50 Petzl E-Lite Backup Headlamp
08:55 Water System (Nalgenes, HumanGear Lid, SteriPen)
12:00 OnX Hunt Mapping Software and a Smart Phone
13:05 Detachable Bipod
14:40 Dermatone Sunscreen
15:30 Ice Axe and Shooting Sticks - Kobah Axe, Whippet, Cascade Mountain Carbon Fiber (Costco)
17:55 Quick-StiX
18:16 PhoneSkope
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@video3ish Год назад

Its so nice to have a level headed guy just explain his kit without the ego & chip on the shoulder so many others have. I appreciate your common sense approach & delivery

@CliffGray Год назад

Glad you enjoyed the video 👍 appreciate the positive feedback

@MrsChristianB Год назад

😊

@jamesstuart3346 Год назад

Finally a survival expert who tells you not to get into a survival situation in the first place. Well done

@CorePathway Год назад

Kinda like the best martial art technique: avoid the fight

@santafecanon 9 месяцев назад

How do you 'not' get involved in a 'survival situation'. No one looks for it (exception teenagers and stoned out). It just happens. Your partner breaks leg, bear rips your tent at 2am, heart attack or stroke. Things happen. Be prepared.

@JacopoSkydweller Месяц назад

@@santafecanon We can't control much, but the majority of the time people get into survival situations is multi compounding bad decisions and errors in judgement. IE you're a lot less likely to break your leg from a fall if you are using hiking sticks and good boots.

@CrackingCritic 2 года назад

Zinke is an old Australian brand of thick sunscreen (which is why we call it Zinke (pronounced like zinc) and does indeed contain zinc oxide. Australia is the largest exporter of Zinc in the world, since our country contains over 20% of the world’s zinc oxide resource. However, this isn’t particularly important as zinc oxide blocks almost all types of UVA/B sun radiation, it also doesn’t deteriorate from the sun easily and works instantly when applied. This is why you see Australian surfers, lifeguards and sportsmen wear Zinke for sun protection. Especially since Australia has the harshest sun in the world (apart from Antartica) due to having a large hole in the ozone layer. As I type this my grandad has terminal skin cancer so needless to say sun protection is extremely important in this country.

@Meh-hr7gq Год назад

The ozone layer….🤣

@mikedavis6690 Год назад

Never been there myself .... but I could bet that the latitude that includes Jacksonville, fl is one of the most brutal in the world ..... follow it around the world .... it’s mostly desert ..... think Sahara desert , Libya , Saudi Arabia, Iraq , Iran , India , Afghanistan ..... in from this area of US . Keep the zinc on tap for sure .

@jasonedwardledburynewzeala9897 Год назад

And New Zealands harsh sun cobber🌞🌞🌞🤣🤣😄👍😁👊🤘

@2late2stop Год назад

Good information. Sunglasses are a must as well. Especially in the snow.

@simongloutnez589 Год назад

Where I lived as a child we called this mammoth grease hahaha. Its not like there is a company named like this. But we didnt have any name for this thick greasy thing that protected us from sun and frostbite.

@mikekuczynski1552 Год назад

I’ve been an outdoorsman for over 60 years and like you have gone through generations of gear and it’s evolution . What you have shown us today is all good no matter what your doing being it backpacking , fishing , or hunting the one think you didn’t mention was optics ( binoculars/ spotting scope ) which I’m sure you have . All of these items will make your life easier in the backcountry and could even help save your life . Thanks for the video Happy Trails

@CliffGray Год назад

Thanks Mike!

@cd6834 10 дней назад

Thank you for the pro-tips Cliff! I really appreciate your approach to teaching.

@xSirBaconx Год назад

I can literally feel the experience in your voice. Thank you for sharing your expertise with us, you’ve gained a new sub!

@bobalvarez2577 2 года назад

Cliff, I appreciate your knowledge and you sharing it to all of us. Thanks for what you do!

@CliffGray 2 года назад

Thanks man!

@heretikpapy Год назад

Super interesting list. Many new items for my shopping list. Thanks greatly! Cheers from Canada.

@megastick9324 Год назад

A quality knife is probably THE most important tool in anyone’s kit. It doesn’t have to cost hundreds of dollars, BUT, it MUST be rugged, take and hold a good edge and be where you can get to with one hand. The choice of a fixed blade is excellent for a primary knife. Also the old military saying “ 2 is 1 , 1 is none” is especially true with knives. One should ALWAYS have a spare knife of good quality. A knife can be easily lost, having a backup in the field is just good sense. It can be the same as the primary, bigger, smaller, a folder, whatever, but it is essential to have a backup knife. One broken blade will convince anyone in the field of the importance of having a knife. Good videos, thanks for taking the time.

@CliffGray Год назад

Thanks for the comment. Great tip on having a backup!

@maxpinson5002 Год назад

I've already had my high dollar knives. Most have gone to new homes, and I still have my proven replaceable knives. I differ from many in that I like a longer blade than most people for dressing my game

@donpatsy3152 Год назад

Thanks for all the practice advice on equipment.

@MrJacobmetcalf 3 месяца назад

Thank you for sharing all your knowledge

@cartershuffler6718 2 года назад

As a new hunter, I just discovered you and your channel. I learn everytime I watch. Love it Cliff keep it going.

@CliffGray 2 года назад

Thanks! glad the videos are helpful.... I'll keep them coming :)

@isaacelebario5358 Год назад

Some great info!! I look forward to doing more back country hunting with tips from you, thank you again!!!

@CliffGray Год назад

Thanks

@williammiller6043 Год назад

I like the cross draw for the knife carry. Thanks!

@timhansen2577 Год назад

That headlamp has saved my ass so many times. I personally think it is amazing that I haven't lost that tiny thing in 15+ years!

@johnsmith-gk4td 2 года назад

Thank you!.....awesome video

@peterruiz6117 Год назад

Way back, I read a story from a man who described starting on some pack train of mules, high up. He said, he was just a kid. And he kept getting old guys looking at his lower body, would shake their head, mumble like in dissaproval. Finally someone told him, how important it was to have a sharp knife ready, if an animal were to go over the side, to cut the rope quickly before it dragged others down. So a ridgid knife, of good lenth, but the sheath should be ankored, like tucked into the back pocket, or tied down....A loose hanging knife/sheath could buckle, keeping the knife from comming out. That is how military fighting knives are strapped down, in ridgid sheaths, for the same reasons. Emergency draw.

@HonkyTonkHellraiser Год назад

The thing I love about Nalgene bottles is they nest easily with my stainless steel cup

@CliffGray Год назад

What kind of cup?

@HonkyTonkHellraiser Год назад

Brand name Bugaboo

@jons2447 Год назад

Thank you, Mr. Gray! Haven't hunted in years but much of your gear is good for camping, hiking, & bushcraft & survival. Have a GREAT day, Neighbor!

@CliffGray Год назад

You too Jon! Thanks

@catsamazing338 2 года назад

That was really interesting. Thanks

@TruthAboutHeaven Год назад

Quite interesting. Thanks for the video!

@jonfisher9214 Год назад

I've never been a fan of trekking poles until I was given a pair last year. I took them with me to Snowdonia and found them really useful when descending steep rocky paths with a backpack. Thank you for sharing your experience over time. That always sorts the reliable kit from the gimmicks.

@Sophos1964 Год назад

Agreed! I always thought I was “too young” to need them & they would be just one more pain in the butt item to carry. I was wrong on both counts. They’re perfect for descents on scree.

@surfcruzer Год назад

Great info. Love it

@haroldskinner1783 Год назад

Great video, thanks for sharing

@lmullen06 Год назад

Dermatone is also great for frost bite protection - I rely on it heavily here in Fairbanks, AK.

@TahoeRealm Год назад

Great video. Thank you.

@tommarymarking1579 7 месяцев назад

Good tips and a very useful list. Thanks

@erikjensen6503 2 года назад

Great info! Thanks for sharing! Always learn a ton

@CliffGray 2 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@Tom-fu4cv Год назад

Those quick sticks are a great tip. I just ordered some.

@barrytree6666 Год назад

very good video on survival and helpful tools in hunting. Your no nonsense way of describing them and not doing an add for from a supply company is great. I live in Nova Scotia, Canada and don’t venture far. I’m 67 and love everything outdoors. I’m going to get walking sticks as I’m not in mountainous terrain, great help with my arthritis. Thank you for putting this video on RU-vid

@CliffGray Год назад

Thanks Barry!

@jerdog333 Год назад

Great video! Thank you! I'd love to see a video on how to find an outfitter (if that's what you call it), or guide, for a first hunt.

@sonofablitch 10 месяцев назад

Really enjoyed the video! Thanks!

@jimbolson8386 2 года назад

One advantage of the Steripen is that you don't have to worry about the cold. Many water filters are destroyed by freezing.

@CliffGray 2 года назад

good tip, thanks

@conorfoster2337 Год назад

I keep mine on a cord with a bic lighter around my neck. It's worth the instant filtration in my opinion.

@johnwaddle670 2 года назад

The way you illustrate these encounters is remarkable. It's as if I'm right there with the people going through these situations. I've never encountered more than one at a time. But now listening to you it makes me wonder if that was the case after all. Thanks Fred for what you do.

@QuitYoJibby-JabbinFool Год назад

Thus has been one of the GREATEST RESOURCE VIDEOS I HAVE EVER SEEN. Whats your favorite all around rifle calibre?

@johnwaddle670 Год назад

@@QuitYoJibby-JabbinFool well that's kinda of hard to say. Depending on where I'm hunting or other activities. Open areas I carry a 300 winchester short mag. I really like the short bolt throw. Brush and thickets I Carrie an ar15 chambered in 450 bushmaster 9 round magazines. Can't get that big boar in any higher capacity and I really haven't need more than one round unless I happen upon a bunch of hogs. I always Carry a 10mm glock on a chest rig while I'm in the woods. Not that I'm paranoid or something. Lol

@j.t.patton7820 2 года назад

Nuthin' better than hard-earned experience! Thanks for sharing!

@CliffGray 2 года назад

You bet!

@debbiemiller4281 Год назад

Just found your channel. Great content. Great work.

@xziang Год назад

Started watching your vids and very nice. I too have the petzl headlamp as a backup. Currently in my 'kill kit' but may place it in my bino harness for easy access if needed. Haven't heard of that sun protection which I need to look into.

@johnwow4u 2 года назад

Very helpful

@tundrafunk7402 Год назад

I keep one of those Perzl go/emergency lights in my pocket everyday and it’s saved my butt in power outages and earthquakes. Keep one in my hunting survival kit as well. Great little light! Love that it has a red led as well so I don’t blow out my natural night vision in the tent.

@LRRPFco52 Год назад

I've been carrying that same Petzyl light since 2009 I think. Goes inside a 1.5" elastic retainer loop under the lid of one of my small utility pouches on my vest I made. I've been making my own gear since the 1980s.

@johnfrederikson2002 2 года назад

Thank you. J.

@emanarfarm3736 2 года назад

Just came across your video, I will be sure to check out the rest of them. I guided and packed in the Bob Marshall back in the 80's, and the only thing in your video that we would of had is that knife, and hat. Bugling was just starting to get popular. The evolution of it all is fascinating.

@CliffGray 2 года назад

That's awesome. I'm sure you had some adventures in the Bob!

@yousweetpotato1 Год назад

I love being outside & gear & all the videos about gear for outside. This is my favorite outdoor gear recommendation video, because it's based on years spent outside, rather than contrived survival situations / challenges. Thanks for sharing!

@CliffGray Год назад

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks

@mmyers3970 Год назад

Great video

@sethhoward2060 Год назад

Very helpful vid. Thank you

@nickblaylock5115 2 года назад

Great to have u back

@CliffGray 2 года назад

Thanks man!

@waynethompson3605 2 года назад

Great video!

@christopherhiggins8238 Год назад

I enjoyed your video. I honestly think this is the first one I have seen that had me nodding my head over and over saying that makes sense...

@dougbas3980 Год назад

Very good. I also like Buck Knives.

@carsonsims9878 2 года назад

Great to see you back

@CliffGray 2 года назад

Thanks!

@fishduckdog Год назад

Awesome! Thank for sharing the great advice!

@CliffGray Год назад

thanks Charles

@BBQDad463 8 месяцев назад

Thank you for this video. Great advice and insights.

@ClinttheGreat 5 месяцев назад

Best way to use hiking sticks w/ straps is to run your hand up through the strap and then back down grabbing the stick w/ straps between your palm and the stick grip. This gives you a stronger grip on the stick and it puts some of the weight on the straps.

@davidcloyd1296 2 года назад

That was great! As an older guy I’ve discarded so much crap and like getting back to the basics, “necessities”. If you ain’t gonna actually use it, you don’t need it.

@CliffGray 2 года назад

for sure! thanks

@KettleCamping Год назад

Great video! Thanks for sharing your knowledge 👍

@CliffGray Год назад

Glad it was helpful!

@mpccenturion Год назад

Love your content. Back 46 yrs ago. I hunted woods from 50 yds - to 500. 1895 Winchester - 0 to 150 yds - 303 Brit --- P14 Enfield - 303 Brit - scoped - 150 to 300 yds. 300 to as far as I was willing to shoot. Paper got hammered a lot! LAST - 300 to 500 yds - A Lee-Enfield No4. welded action single shot - 7.62x51 - 308 Win. Bull barrel. Peep sights at 500 yds - I could cover the group with 2 playing cards.

@brice5542 Год назад

Thank you very much, I live in Florida on a sailboat on and off for many years, Almost everything you mentioned for Navigation, lighting ,knife, etc etc, same as sailing offshore. I remember sailing without any GPS, sure we made it but we also prayed a lot more then,, To go offshore or hiking without a GPS is plan crazy, IMHO, enjoyed the vid. very much. Cheers

@CliffGray Год назад

Thanks Brice

@SteaminPile Год назад

Thank you!!

@yungskullivan 2 года назад

Looking forward to your upcoming videos! +1 for the humangear nalgene lid.

@CliffGray 2 года назад

Yeah, those things ae pretty much essential!

@Heywoodthepeckerwood 2 года назад

I have that same Petzel light, I keep it in my pocked whenever I’m in the woods. That and a flashlight that connects to a head strap. Carried a stari-pen for years too. Works great.

@CliffGray Год назад

Those petzl lights are a lifesaver

@GruntProof Год назад

Outstanding!

@CliffGray Год назад

Thanks!

@beccayoung7034 Год назад

As a newish hunter, I am grateful for any and all advice and experience

@konagolden4209 Год назад

Smart. Be a sponge, learn from others. Take what fits you and discard what doesn't.

@jackkrag Год назад

Thank you sir

@BearInTheWoods931 Год назад

Hunting is really my subject but I love being outdoors. Great info. Great presentation.

@CliffGray Год назад

Thanks!

@apar1560 28 дней назад

Nice, informative video. Thanks. ...Alan 🇨🇱

@scotthalvorson1161 Год назад

Buck knives are awesome 420hc gets super sharp and their fit and finish is amazing for the price

@bchubble 2 года назад

Great to see you back Cliff. As always some of the best info on western hunting that’s out there. Best wishes for this transition in your life.

@CliffGray 2 года назад

Really appreciate it! thanks

@njcranes Год назад

Good info.

@stephenmcvay5368 Год назад

It was helpful. Thanks.

@pault5045 Год назад

I like to use 1 trekking pole. If you put your hand through the lanyard downwards then grab the handle you can put your weight into it.

@jamesrogers8084 Год назад

Cliff- thank you for a very informative video- it could save my life…

@CliffGray Год назад

Glad it was helpful! thanks!

@peggynulsen1365 2 года назад

Not a hunter myself, but I really enjoyed this video. Good solid info always interests me and you seem to know what you are talking about. Best wishes for whatever comes next in your endeavors.

@CliffGray 2 года назад

Thanks Peggy!

@bkdesignr 2 года назад

Good stuff and great insight Cliff, thank you.

@into-thin-air 2 года назад

I really enjoy your videos Cliff. Sounds like you have some great ideas for future videos. I’ve been looking forward to seeing what you had in mind for a part 2 in your mountain rifle setup video. Can’t wait to see more!

@CliffGray 2 года назад

It's on my short list! thanks

@kurtbaier6122 2 года назад

Thanks

@maxoblivion Год назад

Nothing like experience. Learn from those who've done.

@michaelstrauss6587 Год назад

Great review. I'm so old school, and probably over twice your age; but it was interesting to see what sort of gear and gadgets are being used these days. Sorry about your knees. I'm finally having to admit that age is catching up to me. By the way, I still have the Buck knife I bought in 1972. Subscribed.

@CliffGray Год назад

👍

@LogowireGaming Год назад

@@CliffGray Hey cliff, I dont know if you have made a video detailing this but I can't seem to find any content on it. I would like to get involved in guiding for a living and I am fairly young (20). Any pointers on where to start? how to establish yourself and how to strategize your business and when do you know your guiding services are enough to start charging for?

@richardkramer1094 2 года назад

I think you can find this is a universal list of item in every experienced backcountry hunters back. I have all the same things in different variations. My ‘go to’ knife is a Cold Steel Voyager large folder. I don’t use a bipod but instead use my trekking poles. K ok me of the necessities I’ve found the handiest is a Hilleberg Tarp 10. I don’t have a Garmin but use a Zoleo. Great video.

@CliffGray 2 года назад

I think your right, pretty much essential items where everyone has their preference. Thanks for commenting!

@ralphgentile2766 2 года назад

Cliff, great to see you’re still in the mountains. Ha ha. Always enjoy your videos and information. Hope to see you this fall.

@CliffGray 2 года назад

Hey Ralph, great to hear from you man. Hope all is well.

@Rick_Sanchez_C137_ Год назад

I saw the title and figured maybe I should watch since I own property off grid in Alaska and will be moving up there part time after my pending retirement….

@perryknetter8577 Год назад

Great video full of great information 👍

@CliffGray Год назад

thanks Perry

@tomb7901 Год назад

Those walking sticks are a must have. I'm 47 with bad knees and my sticks have saved me many times. I never hike without them.

@CliffGray Год назад

I'm there with ya!

@ulvesparker Год назад

Nice video. I like your thought process. I have a "bad knee" also that I especially feel on descents. I have a suggestion that worked for me. I bought an aftermarket, lightweight alloy, handlebar end (for mountain bikes) and just Allen-wrenched it to my trekking pole which gave me that L-handled lateral support I wanted for my hand to support my leg.

@CliffGray Год назад

Love it. Great tip man, thanks for sharing.

@portiasnyder1812 2 года назад

Just found your channel hope you keep on posting videos....will watch the older ones....

@CliffGray 2 года назад

glad you are enjoying the videos. thanks!

@constantgardener4517 Год назад

Well…. I think I’m an old badass but am glad I can admit/accept new learning. I’ve not done what you have by any stretch but I’m adapting based on some of your common sense information. Never too old to learn.

@jaybrendel486 2 года назад

Thank you

@CliffGray 2 года назад

Welcome!

@legallyfree2955 Год назад

Glad I'm not the only one that struggled with my water system, I went from cheap plastic bottles that would leak all the time to expensive stainless bottles but certain juices would taste weird out of them and they had a narrow neck that was hard to clean, then I went to a cheap bladder that split and made a mess then to an expensive bladder that I had issues with the tube getting dirty and being impossible to clean and I finally settled on the same wide mouth nalgene as you. Just seems to work.

@CliffGray Год назад

Yeah they do. Not ideal on some metrics, but I have had some wide mouth nalgenes for close to a decade without issue

@legallyfree2955 Год назад

@@CliffGray If you drop a full Nalgene onto a rock it will crack and leak, not as good vs shocks like that as some other options, but I am just careful and one is in an insulated cover anyways and I have dropped that one on concrete without it breaking before. I still think overall its about as good as it gets, combined with a stainless steel big cup/small pot thing for boiling.

@ricdonato4328 Год назад

Very informative video, thank you for sharing all your experience with the why you used specific product. Regarding you iPhone, after eleven years iPhone only, I switched to Samsung Galaxy. Everything you mentioned about the iPhone is spot on, and also applies to the Samsung Galaxy as well. For me, after switching to Samsung Galaxy I experienced a tremendous improvement in productivity over the iPhone.

@zekereed5990 Год назад

first time listening to you, actually your knife sharpening vid was my first, very informative and thank you for sharing. got another sub

@CliffGray Год назад

Thanks Zeke! 👍

@hellsscoutact5379 2 года назад

thanks. i like the idea of just what works. JMHO

@sytfoggroup11 Год назад

I like the commet at the beginning; you know what you've used as it shows a lot of wear. I heard somewhere that the more you carry throughout the years, you reach a peak of max packout. After that point you kinda just shed off things as you know the tried and true peices of gear. The progression is almost like a pyramid shape, or bell curve. Good vid man!

@CliffGray Год назад

Yes I hear ya, at some point you do start minimizing it to what you use. Thanks

@MAClegg 11 месяцев назад

Cliff this is a older video but still a great one. I think, one of the first videos from witch I learned about your channel. Been following your tutorials ever since. Really liked the 1,500 dollar mountain rifle setup video. Also congrats on the Joe Rogan show. Keep up the good work. Just purchased my custom Buck 113 Ranger Skinner knife off the buck web site and followed up with a eBay purchase of Carl Thomas cross draw sheath. Keep posting the tutorials we are out here learning from you.

@CliffGray 11 месяцев назад

Thanks man! glad to hear they are helpful to you!

@BlackSoap361 Год назад

Nalegene bottles + a Capcap lid (by Humangear) is a great setup.

@chrisanderson7820 Год назад

Difference between an amateur and an actual hiker/hunter : knows he needs a sharpener for his knife.

@michaelgarrow3239 2 года назад

Love your selection of gear. Pretty much what I carry. I especially liked the “ I carry 3-4 of these flashlights!” Lol. I carry a couple road flares too as I have a penchant for getting lost late in the day. And it’s easy to make a fire when you don’t need one- and hard when you do…

@seawolf_727 Год назад

Thank you RU-vid algorithm for stumbling across your video. You remind me a lot of my dad in your gear uses/choices. He never was one to buy brand new top of the line but was still one to buy once, cry once. I can still remember all his trusty tools, hunting gear and apparel he used over the years much of which he still has and uses to this day. Solid video, look forward to seeing more. Lastly, where'd you get that fantastic hat, sir?

@CliffGray Год назад

Hi Tara, appreciate the feedback! thanks A client gave me that hat years ago as a tip, it is a Kemo Sabe hat from a store in Aspen, CO

@sambono8423 2 года назад

Cliff, I really get a lot of great info from your clips. Keep up the great work!

@CliffGray 2 года назад

Glad you like them! Thanks

@Dan__W Год назад

Nice video, glad to have found your channel. I'll be checking out some of your videos. 🙂👍

@CliffGray Год назад

Good deal! Hope you find them helpful. Thanks

@Alwaysaddnuts Год назад

Appreciate your taking time for this video. In regards to the rifle bipod what leg length did you find to be most useful? Thanks

@unknownclue Год назад

The best water storage system I've found is the MSR dramadary it's tough and has three different nozzles one to fill it up one to fill up water bottles and one is a tiny delivery system

@christopherhiggins8238 Год назад

Agreed. I have recently purchased a 3rd really big one to use with and MSR water purifier. That way I could just sit and pump and store the filtered water. But the other 2 I have had for over 20 years. I keep one on the passenger seat to drink out of driving or at traffic lights when I get thirsty, and I just leave it in the car until I need to refill it. I have also used them multiple time hiking and camping. And they have frozen many times with no damage.

@scooterman103 Год назад

Sorry to hear about your knees, I collapsed my arches a few years ago and have had all sorts of lower body issues till I bought some orthotic soles with arch support and they really helped re-align my bones and joints and nowadays I have greatly increased function and greatly reduced pain. Idk what all is going on with you but maybe look into it? I put them in my hiking shoes under the insoles and it's just next level comfort. Nice vid thx

@CliffGray Год назад

Thanks man, I have started to use insoles and they seem to help.