Honestly, I stumbled on your channel while down sick and binge watched like 90% of it. I don't even backpack, I literally turned my SUV into an RV 😅. (admittedly, I do like hiking and I do like gear lol) This content is gold though, and the production value is great. Looking forward to more videos!
I used a Static V2 on my AT thru-hike. Loved it and when it got a hole in it that I couldn't find after 1300 miles, they sent me a new one for free on trail.
I know it's too heavy for backpacking, but Klymit makes a quilted cover for the Static V. If you use it on the insulated version, it brings the R Value to 6.6, and it's really comfortable.
@@phil2082 they use they're own R value system.... Meaning their rating is unreliable. Got a wide luxe insulated and a hammock pad. They're both very good on a hammock, but terrible on the ground. Not winter proof at all. I've used pads with ratings of 2 much warmer than the insulated klymit. Ridiculous
I have used the Insulated Klymet pad for the past 3 seasons and LOVE it. Do wish it were wider as I am a bigger gal but I bought it for less than $50.00 on black Friday of 2016.
Hey Dan! Right now the Klymit Insulated Static V Lite is on sale at Amazon for less than $50! (Normally $100) I just bought one, but I figured I would let you know because you have such a big channel that many people might be able to see it here. As always, love the videos!
Just a heads up there's two versions available right now on amazon, the old version for $50 or the new one for $99. The old model I read was having issues with valve leaks so just keep that in mind and hopefully you have no valve issues with yours!
My budget "big 3" gear setup: Bag: - 3f ul 40+16l (900g) Sleep system: - paria quilt (900g) - trekology ul80 mat (560g) - trekology pillow (100g) Tent: 3f lanshan 2 pro. (915g) Total price was around 400 usd at max. I have tested this setup during various hikes and in different climate in 2020 / 2021. So far so good everything is still fully functional. 😊
After your last recommendation of the Cosmic Down 20....I scored a 2019 model on Kelty website for $125 If you want a little bigger tent, the Nemo Dagger 2, is a great option....still lightweight and a little better for 2 people
I have the insulated and non insulated and I find that the insulated i a lot more comfortable to lay on. I now use Big Agnes air core insulated and love it. Same price or cheaper than the static v
I use the klymit insulated pad and I absolutely love it. I'm a side/stomach sleeper and I don't hit the ground during the night. Worked well on a wet/cold overnighter in October 2020.
I bought the Klymit Static V2 because of it's small pack size (4" x 7"). I had been using an Exped DownMat 9 for years which I loved, but it was heavy and bulky.
I have the Klymit Static V II insulated. I have used it in temperatures as low as 0 degrees Celsius on the ground without any issues. As you mentioned in the video there are certainly better pads on the market but this pad is an excellent value. Anyone interested in getting into camping or that doesn’t have time to use their gear a lot should certainly consider this as the quality to price ratio is fantastic.
I use the Hornet tent and Klymit pad. I love the tent. The pad is great when it's warm. I'm generally a warm sleeper, so the lack of insulation isn't a big deal by itself. More annoying is how it flattens as the air inside cools due to contact with the ground. I suspect the insulated version would be better.
Hey Dan! It was cool running into you, Jeremiah, and Jason at Hanson's Point today! Thanks for taking the time to talk with me and my wife! We really appreciate all the wisdom, entertainment, and inspiration your videos have provided. All three of your alls channels have inspired us into something we have really began to have a passion for. Thanks again Brother! Mountain House for life! LOL!
The websites for Costco and CostcoNext have a bunch of Klymit stuff right now including sleeping pads, sleeping bags, stuff for dogs, hammocks, a backpack, and a larger tent.
I have the Klymit Insulated Static V Lite pad. Love it. Super comfy. BUT, do not use a quilt with it. The spaces between the baffles let the cold through. They get filled with the loft of your sleeping bag, so that's essential if you don't want to get cold during the night.
Wow! Never thought of that. I have the insulated and have used it down into the 20’s with a 30• bag (warm sleeper), but I was planning to buy a quilt. I mostly hammock but I had planned to use it in tents occasionally too. I may have to rethink. Thanks
@@TheNypenfan You can check out the Convert quilt by Enlightened Equipment. You can use it both as a quilt or sleeping bag depending on what you want to do. Could be your solution. Looking into this myself.
I am pretty sure that's right, but I can only confirm the fact that it sucks and isn't warm at all with a quilt. The Big agnes pad I got to replace it has half the reported R-value but is twice as warm. The Klymit might be much better with bag underneath you, it makes sense that the insulation would loft into the cold parts of the pad.
Love my Klymit V2 pad. They sell a sheet for it too which could use a second strap. The pillow sleeve is great! I have the insulated Klymit V2 pad that I'm trying in Minnesota next weekend where the temp is supposed to be -9 below zero. I will use a closed cell pad under it to increase the R value however.
Best thing about the granite gear pack is the adjustable hip belt. Using the velcro attachment one can eek out a few more inches than the specifications of the pack suggest. If you're overweight it's the only hip belt I've found that can shrink as you loose weight hiking. None of these outreagously expensive cottage industry packs can do that nor can Osprey, Gregory or any other pack manufacturer.
Solid gear list, Dan. I've used the Paria Recharge XL sleeping pad for a few years. It's a bit heavy at 26 oz (they have lighter options), but it's a full 23" wide and keeps these tired old bones 4 inches off the ground! R value at 4.7. At under $90, it's been a great option for me.
I’ve bought tons of sleeping pads and my wife favors the insulated static v2 over our Thermarest and Nemo pads! She also uses her Paria 15 deg quilt way more than the EE quilts we own. I should probably stop buying all the expensive things hahaha
Converted last year to the Durston Xmid 1P tent from 2p North Face Storm Break and I love the Xmid. Less than 2 lbs and lots of vestibule space. Also switched from the Osprey Aura 65 (which I love) to the Gossamer Gear Mariposa. Dropped almost 7lbs, appreciate all your videos!
I’ve had the original version of this pad for about two years now and I’d say it’s been pretty solid for the weight. It’s comfortable enough, inflates quite quickly, isn’t crinkly, and has held up to someone who isn’t the most gentle on gear. With that being said, I’ve dropped weight with my pack and sleeping bag and I’m looking to add something a bit more substantial for comfort bcuz I LOVE a good nights sleep
Damn Klymit did come up with a better valve on their newest version. My old V2 has these thermarest style twist valves that are painful to blow into but I still love it. Glad to see that upgrade.
I don’t backpack but I enjoy dreaming I could and I do enjoy car camping I haven’t tried winter camping yet but I’d like to before my camping days are behind me
The static v is an awesome pad. Used the recon down to 24 degrees and no problem at all. I have 4 for the kids and wife that are insulated. The most comfortable pad I’ve found.
The Nemo Tent does seem nice, but for a budget/value tent, my pick is the Durston X-mid ($200 for the 1p, 29oz). I dislike Klymit pads, so my budget/value pad pick is the very comfortable Paria Outdoors Recharge ($70 to $85, depending on selection). I prefer a quilt over a sleeping bag, so my budget/value pick for that category is the Hammock Gear Burrow Econ 10 F wide with overstuff (get when on sale, ~2 lbs). I hear good things about the Crown backpack.
I own two Klymit Static V pads, a BA AirCore and an insulated Tensor. Since picking up a Recharge XL, I haven't used any of them. For tents check out their Bryce 1P (more like 1.5P). I used that all last year and will probably for the majority of this, too. Save money where you can, spend it where you should.
@@natlovell122 I have the Ignite 0 down long. I'm in Colorado and camping at these altitudes requires a warm bag in spring, and fall. Need to replace a 20 degree bag that was destroyed a few years ago, but it's not a priority.
I’ve had the insulated Static V with the sheet/cover for several years and like it just fine, but I’m seriously considering upgrading to the insulated Static V Luxe. 30” wide. I’m a stomach sleeper, and usually have one leg bent at a 90° angle. That extra width would be much appreciated. For the record, the extra weight and bulk of the pad and sheet/cover are well worth the better sleep, IMHO.
I went with the Nemo Dragonfly rather than the Hornet because (a) more inside room, and (b) more importantly, free standing. The Kelty Cosmic 20 is a good choice but went with the Klymit KSB20 because the elastic gives it the roominess of a square bag with the warmth of a mummy. 650 down with an EN rating of 20 deg. It really does keep you comfy down into the 20s. About the same price. It's a little heavier, though. I need to check out that backpack. Mine is 4 lbs. The same weight as my external frame pack from the 90s.
I get the approach. I'd probably make a few subs if a person wanted to go a little lower. I'd go with the Marmot Trestles Elite Eco 20 sleeping bag. It's discontinued but sold all over online for about $125-$150. It comes in at about 2 lb, 8 oz. For the tent, I got an REI Flash Air 2. It's roomier than the Nemo, weighs only 2 oz. more if you use the supplied poles and costs $70 less than the Nemo Hornet 2. If you use trekking poles to hike, you can leave the others at home and the tent is actually 7 oz. LESS than the Hornet. And if you're an REI member, you need only wait for the regular 20% off sales and you can knock an additional $60 off the price. It isn't quite as easy to set up as the semifreestanding Hornet 2, though. Both tents need to be tied out. For a pad, if you're going to get something with basically no R-value anyway, just hop on Amazon and find a generic one that's as wide and heavy as you want for about $30-$40. They do tend to weigh slightly more, but it's pretty in line with similarly sized pads from the top manufacturers. Take care!
Ha, I just got 3 packs from Backcountry last week (1 Kelty backpack for GF; 1 MountainSmith & 1 Ruffware dog packs for her german shepherds). Now I'm waiting on 2 more orders to come this week for me :)
Disagree on the Granite gear Crown rucksack - it’s a 60L rucksack that’s rated for only 15kms (32 lbs in old money) great back pack but it’s load rating is too little for such a large bag
Drop (formerly Massdrop) has the Granite Gear Crown 60 for $90. I picked one up before Christmas but haven’t taken it out yet. The difference between the Drop and the one you showed is that they made a slight change to the clips in the brain that allows the Drop version to be converted into a fanny pack. The special edition version you showed has the same side pockets as the Drop. It is available on Backcountry for $149.96 (i think you said that in the video). The updated version that Granite Gear sells now has slightly better side pockets supposedly. Not sure if the brain can be used as a fanny pack on that one though.and it is $199.95. I could not pass up this lightweight pack for $90 . The catch with Drop is you can have any color you want as long as it’s grey, and it has Drop badging on it. BTW, picked up the Kelly bag for my so. on your recommendation and it has been working out great. Thanks!
I just got the Drop version as well. Good price, shipped to me in the UK within a week door to door. I'm coming down from an Osprey bag, so the more flimsy frame setup certainly will take some getting used to. The hip belt is very comfortable and you can adjust the size. I'd say the side pockets are a bit shallow for my liking, and I would have preferred a better solution for a hydration bladder, but for the price from Drop it is worth some creativity. I might put some padding inside the pack between the bladder and the back system, because I can feel the frame bending over the full water bag. I'll figure it out.
I personally went with the Nemo Dragonfly 2. Bigger than the Hornet, freestanding, and lighter than the Dagger 2. I felt it was a good compromise. With that said, if you plan on having two wide mats it will be tight. Also, that insulated 4.4 R value is false. The pad is closer to a 2 R value.
I’m 150 pounds and the static V is uncomfortable and my hips hit the ground I’m a side sleeper, Trekology has a pad that’s cheaper and in my opinion way better, ya definitely don’t want to skimp on rest Dan and my lanshan 2 works great at a way better price then the Nemo
I've been considering A climate pad for 2 reasons the first is they make a 30" wide pad and with the sheet on it and maybe a tiny fleece under that (although it's like 75d) so that could be unnecessary) but with a set u like that I could eliminate the need for any sleeping pads or blankets for my dog to come with me we would just use the 1 big sleep system I think it would be less weight than bringing extra for wiley He has already poped a nemo tensor but and I really don't want to risk that happening while we are out in the back country
Great vid. I had the first generation Klymit Static V. it was exceptionally comfy but developed a leak really quickly (hopefully the new version is more durable). Because of the really exaggerated lumps and bumps on the mat it was difficult to fit a reliable patch. I ended up binning it in frustration. Good choice on the backpack; another good value option worth considering is the Osprey Exos (either 48 or 58).
Dan I enjoy watching your channel I'm a fiest time backpacker and found alot of helpful info on this channel. My cousin likes to watch you also and he backpacks. Good job and good luck.
I own two Klymit Static V pads and they are very light and compact. Good for UL but not so much for slide sleeping. There are way better, cost-saving, options for the tent. Nemo tents are great but your average non through hiker doesn't necessarily need a sub 2lb tent when they are hiking 5-10 miles per day over a weekend. Paria Outdoor Products has the best warranty I've seen on their gear and fantastic customer service. If you're going to do a budget gear video, start with them. Devin has a few videos on their products.
Agree. It's not insulated. They claim it has an R value of 1.3 but ALL their R values are known to be overstated. 1.3 is almost half the R value of a CCF Ridgerest pad. Most people would freeze on that thing.
I need a friend to give me a Western Mountaineering 0 degree bag! Ha ha! I got a Static v model 1 at the change over for $35 for me and of my kids. Seems good in warmer weather. Still rocking my old Camp 7 down.
My first thought was 'what the hell?'. I was expecting something around $200-$250. My idea of not overpriced must be different than his. I get this was not about budget gear, but that tent still feels overpriced to me.
what about the Trekology UL80? Its only 2/3 the price and gives you 4 inches of tickness and a higher R-value. Sure its a bit heavier, but super comfy and not a no-name product like "those china brands".
Hey Dan! Loved this video! Would love to see your review of the Shadowlight backpack from outdoor vitals! Mine just shipped and I cannot wait to see what you think! Seen it in the background of a lot of your videos recently!
I am planning to in the very near future! First I need to get it out on a trip. I have the 45 and it is a bit too small for my cold-weather gear. So pray it warms up! 🙌👍🏼
