Thanks REI for keeping all of Miranda's videos!!! I panicked because I wanted to watch all of them. I hope they are all here. I enjoyed the series and so happy to be an REI member!!! ❤️❤️ Happy Customer
@@starship1128 It is a big deal, this is all content that REI paid to have made and owns the rights to. In addition to the content being monetizable, there are many people and significant other costs involved in producing the videos. This is no different than any other artist who works for a music label or production company, if you want to go independent you don't just get given all of the works you were involved in. Of course, this all depends on the contract between Miranda and REI, of which I have zero insight into.
Thanks for the video, very informative. I think the biggest take away from your video is to get a bag to put your bag in. I checked Amazon and there are quite a few you can choose from, and a lot that are under $30. It should be noted if you what wheels add a 1 to the front of that number.
How I feel about checking my hiking gear at the airport is how some people must feel dropping off their child at daycare for the first time. I don't think I can do it. Train it is. Lol
How to? Easy: Put all sharper or harder things into middle of the pack and warp the softer stuff like clothes around them. You may also put on the rain cover. Use cling wrap and wrap it around the backpack in multiple layers :) or use also some duck tape.
In ye olden days, I heard backpackers talk of "bomber bags" that they'd put packs in for airline travel. They're like duffles, but a lot sturdier. Are those still a thing?
Like fuel - lighters are not permitted on aircraft - may be obvious. Trekking poles: I cover the tips of the poles with a Gatorade bottle (or similar) with the bottom cut off. Use duct tape to keep it in place. This minimizes (prevents?) the sharp tips from damaging your pack or possibly other luggage. Store the poles on the outside of the pack. Put as much inside the pack as will fit. Put the packed pack into a heavy duty contractors bag. I cut a small hole at the top where the carry strap (between pack shoulder straps) is. Pull the carry strap out of the hole then reenforce the hole with duct tape to minimize tearing. Use the carry strap to attach the baggage claim tag as it may not stick to the contractor bag. Tape the contractor bag closed. Tape on a clear plastic envelope containing your contact information so that the info is visible. Check the packed contractor bag. At the destination, you can either use the contractor bag as your pack liner or dispose of it, I dispose of it as the duct tape can't be easily removed without damaging the contractor bag. Same with the Gatorade bottle. I use a second contractor bag as my pack liner then use it to cover my pack on the return trip. I carry some extra duct tape (a small weight penalty) to close up the bag. Buy a drink bottle and use it to again cover your trekking poles. Like Miranda, I have a lightweight Sea to Summit daypack that I use to carry on my electronics, batteries and camera.
Luv you did an episode on this! I highly recommend moving to a large soft sided rolling bag vs duffle bags. I started out using a duffle bag but found it’s not the most comfortable to lug around. I use the REI Beast but I’m not sure if they have anymore 👍🏼
Hey Gregg! Thanks for the kudos. Rolling duffels are certainly a great option, too. Oh and in place of the REI Co-op Tech Beast, we now have the REI Co-op Big Haul.
I am looking on tips for mailing most of my gear to the trailhead. I would travel with my backpacking pack as my carry-on with just travel essentials. Sleeping bag, bear can, tent, stove etc… sent ahead. Any thoughts on this strategy?
I think the alternative option of rain cover over the bag might not be very safe for the airline staff handling the baggage because there's no handle for them to hold and will need to lift up the entire bag which could hurt them if your backpack is extremely heavy. Or they might just pull on the strings on the rain cover and rip it.
There is no silver bullet when it comes to air travel. Damage is one concern the other is lost luggage. If all of my backpacking checked gear is lot the trip is lost.
I’m curious if you know if we could bring the following items in our checked luggage? 1) multi-tool (because it typically has a knife on it) 2) neck knife
The clear film . . . You can get what's called furniture wrap from big box hardware stores in a roll for under $10. Secure all your straps and then wrap up that thing like a mummy. And cut a plastic bottle in half to put over the exposed ends of your broken down trekking poles and umbrella. I've done this several times with no I'll effects.
TSA rules state that stoves must be empty of all fuel and cleaned of any residue-a standard that can be tough to achieve. Some airlines have gone a step further and completely banned camping stoves, so we recommend everyone check their carrier’s rules before travel. Although not the most convenient, it may be worth finding a place to rent or buy a stove at your destination. This would bypass security hassles and the risk of the stove getting confiscated at the airport.
I don’t know how true it is, but I heard that airlines don’t cover damages to you luggage but they will cover damages to the contents. By placing your pack in a duffel if your pack is damaged the airline may cover the damages. Never mind…. She covered it.😂
It is. Miranda left REI and her channel is now called Miranda goes Outside. However REI still owns the content so they re-upload the video's to this channel
BS, trekking packs are too long to be allowed as carry on. The weird little canvas bag you have there is small enough for carry on but isn't a trekking pack.
? From the very start, she advocates checking your pack, not trying to carry it on. She's very clear about that. You didn't bother watching the video, did you.
