Great video. We need to see more of this from larger backpacking channels so that folks on a budget ( most of us ) feel encouraged to get some gear and get outdoors, to feel like its not completely out of reach. Nothing beats being in these beautiful places backpacking and a little guidance on a budget friendly load out is always great to see! Nice work Justin
I prefer StrengthTape brand tape over LeukoTape, it’s stretchy so you can use less tape and after having used both I’ve found its smoother surface lets socks slide over it more easily. A few blister tips I’ve learned over the last 40 years: 1) Don’t pop the blister if the skin isn’t already broken. Instead, cut a gauze pad to fit over the blister and tape it in place. You might need 2 pieces of tape. 2) Use benzoin tincture on the skin around the blister to make your tape stick better and longer. You can also preemptively apply the tincture in blister-prone areas to toughen up the skin over time. For blisters just apply it, give it a minute to dry, then put the tape on. Make sure to get the tape on straight because it’ll be very hard to get it off with any adhesive left. I can go 2-3 days before the tape starts peeling, it’ll even withstand a shower or 2. You can get benzoin tincture in bottles, swabs, or ampules with applicator tips (my preference.) 3) Trim the corners of your tape so they’re round, this will keep your sock from peeling the tape up.
Great list! A couple things to add: - The Featherstone Moondance quilt looks like a lower cost / better value choice than the Hammock Gear quilt. However, I'd rather pay more than either one of those quilts and get an extra wide UGQ quilt with side elastics, because it is less drafty for me in colder temperatures. - The Hydroblu Versa Flow filter is more versatile than the Quickdraw, as it can more easily be used in a gravity filter setup (w/ the CNOC 2L bag). It also costs less. - When on sale, the Gossamer Gear G4-20 is a comparably priced, but much lighter backpack than the backpacks on this video. But it should only be used if your backpacking kit is overall lighter than what is suggested on this video (particularly the tent), and less is carried (no extras like a chair). - I prefer the large diameter of the Toaks light 700 mL pot. Also, there are less expensive titanium pot & spoon brands out there, like Boundless Voyage, Lixada, etc.
Separate the wet fly from the tent body, and stuff the fly into the outside mesh pocket to dry out, -ish, but mostly so it doesn't wet the dry gear in ur pack, which is protected by the pack liner, garbage bag or nyloflume liner. Justin also uses a Swedish sponge to soak up excess water & condensation b4 packing wet gear 👍
Great selection, thanks! Btw I have been using a Jetboil Zip for 6 years and I really love it especially in extreme conditions. It is smaller and much more affordable compaired to the Flash. I can absolutely recomend it as a budget all in one stove. Some time you should try it. 😊
I have always wondered how, and if, you wash your body during long trails, especially if You're not near A (relatively clean) river/lake and in winter, when it's freezing.
Great question!! I imagine some do naked or partially naked at a time in privacy of tent and baby wipes or spray bottle or washcloth of soapy water then spray bottle of clean water. Dry with quick-dry washcloth. Or outside in bathing suit (merino or alpaca underwear can double as bathing suit). Garden sprayer is great for showers or there are simple solar showers - but weight and privacy and amount of sun are all factors to consider. For those that carry bidet for potty breaks possibly that could double as for a little shower.
Hey Justin. Have you mentioned anywhere what you use for your camera mount on your trekking pole? Are your poles a pair, or is the one with the camera a special one? Loving the content!
Hate to ask, but how does the backcountry bidet work? Do you mix the dry soap with the water? Do you use anything to dry off? I know it's an uncomfortable topic but not having to bring TP would be great
What is the go to rain jacket these days - I think it used to be the OR helium rain jacket - It's very light, but a lot of people don't like the performace (only 1 chest pocket, no venting, etc. What are you guys using?
Thx for showing more on how to rig up a quilt sleep system, and explaining the pros & cons for us beginners. I'm not a beginner backpacker, but I haven't used a quilt b4... Do i need a wider quilt to match my regular wide Helix sleeping pad? Or just adjust the clips on the straps?
A regular one should be fine but a wide quilt would be perfect to keep out drafts if that's something important to you. You can also use a wide quilt over a sleeping bag in winter to add a lot of warmth, which is an awesome benefit in my mind.
@@maxwellerickson7066 I might get a wide synthetic quilt to offset my 2 down bags, a mummy & a barrel. I could use it by itself here on the wet coast LoLz 😝 and worry less about it getting wet under a tarp 🤔
Thanks for your video, Justin. They are very well done and informative. Much appreciated! I have a quick question: how do the backpacks you mention compare to the Osprey Exos 58? Thanks very much.
Hi Justin, Thank you for this helpfull video! 🙏🏻 What is that little thing called (exuctly) which u use on your water bottle to clean your butt? Where can I buy that?
Do you have a boot/shoe you recommend for very uneven terrain while carrying a 30-40lb pack. Lot of uphill and downhill nothing really on trail. Mostly hiking 10-15 miles per day and want comfortable without sacrificing safety
I love your videos Justin but I have to disagree that this is a beginners essential gear list. That list is between ~1500usd and ~1900usd. It seems a bit extreme to tell a beginner to do such an investment just to star with, honestly. This is more a medium range list of equipment for backpackers. But it's only my opinion, that doesn't make me correct.
From MEC, back when it was still Mountain Equipment Co-op here in 🇨🇦, MEC is the equivalent of REi in the US. I forget what they're called...wait, Rad pants?
I think you've touted the Toaks pink titanium spoon too much. They don't seem to be making it anymore 😢 Maybe theres just no more pink titanium on the planet! 😮 Snow Peak has a purple spork, but it's not a long handle. Why anyone would even make a short handled spoon or spork is beyond me! 🤔 😉
I worry that you may have sold the pink titanium spoon a little too well. I'm expecting to hear reports of someone killed trying to fight a bear using a spoon any day now
Just a friendly correction. Pariah is pronounced pah Ree ah, like the name Maria. Got this from the actual company themselves. Great, personal customer service. Hike on, J Money Gangster!
I watch your videos for a Canadian hiker experience and pushing products not available in Canada makes no sense. REI products being promoted so heavily makes you seem disingenuous. But hey, it is your channel to run however you want, all the best
You can order REI in Canada and most of the world. I have ordered many things from them. Making accusations based on incorrect information makes you seem ignorant.
@@JustinOutdoors I didn't accuse you of anything, I just pointed out how you are coming across to some. Many have accused you in the comments which I am sure you have seen. I meant no disrespect, peace (I am aware REI ships Internationally, but the hassle and added expense of cross border shopping aren't worth it to me. Unless you are conveniently able to pop over the border)
