Thank you as always for the quality of content. You are one of the reasons I got out on the Pennsylvania Mid State Trail. I am guiding a group of four guys, mostly new to backpacking, out on a short section tonight with temps dropping to 27 degrees. Thanks for the inspiration!
I was a diehard hammock camper for a few years. That was before I dropped dime on a Duplex and a Tensor pad. The hammock is so comfortable but the extra room in the tent is worth the sacrifice. Plus the Duplex is bombproof, and I can set that beast up in under 5 minutes. Yeah a tarp can go up pretty quick, but with the Duplex you got your full shelter set up in the same time.
Your videos highlighting the Dreamhammock Darien was the reason I got one as well. I’ve not been disappointed! It’s kept me comfortable on some crazy weather nights. Thanks for your reviews.
I have helium impregnated shoelaces and...an Amok XL. They balance out nicely. Thanks for the video. BTW... I seriously ripped the interior lining of my incubator quilt with my toenails. Never knew this was an issue. Oh well.
Nice buddy! I'm glad I'm not the only one that uses a hammock tarp with doors, I always end up in storms where the rain is blowing sideways, so full coverage is a must 😂
After you introduced the ballerina pants I got it. I backpacked the first 6 sections of the CT this year and wore them several times. Worked out great!
@@FrozensAdventures I have the HG 12'tarp w/doors. I love this tarp, but if the rain is blowing I've had some issues. Probably some do with the setup as I really wasn't ready for the sideways rain. No way I'm spending anymore money for a long time on a tarp, but how much wider is that LiteAF? Visually is doesn't look that much wider.
I've had a lot of interest in how I wore contacts on my thru hike, so I figured I'd throw that tidbit in for anyone interested. Glad you got use out of it! Lemme know if you end up using them.
Bought Altra Timps 3 in Hanover NH and got about 500 miles but they were torn up. NY, NJ and half of PA were not kind to them. Replaced them in Hamburg, PA with Merrills but went back to the 4.5s in Roanoke because they were so much lighter. Also love my Dream Hammock Darien.
I dig the people that use ultra light set ups and would never rag on them. Me being ex military though I’m going to go with an Ospray for my first major thru hike pack. Only because I like torturing myself. :) I’m sure once I hit a certain age though I’ll be going full ultra light to save my knees and back more. I always love everyone’s gear videos because I take picks from them all and go from there to see what I like. As usual, great video and gear list.
I have a heavy osprey bag. It carries well, most of my other gear is pretty light. Allows me to bring a few luxury items. Winter hiking requires more carrying capacity. I'll probably keep the Osprey for those times. Might try a frame less next summer.
I did the Dana designs thing (very very heavy) for years and then the Ospry pack thing (heavy) and finally pulled the trigger (see what I did there?) on A ULA pack. Never going back. It takes time (decades?) to refine your load. See you on the trail.
Frozen... thanks for the video. Regarding shirt - I've loved the Smartwool short sleeve. It does a great job not getting funky and an excellent job wicking that moisture. Yes, pricey -- but mine hasn't shown wear after countless walks and hikes. I've even tried to see how many sweaty days till a wash is required -- haven't come to a day yet vs. the columbia ridgeline shirt -- whew! Highly recommend the smartwool.
Yep, I love my lightweight merino wool tee, actually blended with 10% nylon for machine washable durability and to hold it’s shape. It feels so comfortable against the skin, my other shirts don’t get used anymore.
Hi Jason I also go back and forth between tent and hammock when I have a good Idea that I might be in a swampy area I take the Hammock because we have a lot of those spots here in Florida. But I also enjoy the tent as well. Planning is key though.
I haven't had the privilege to camp in a swampy area yet with my tent. Hammock all the way on wet areas though! There was a section of the white mountains I camped over a puddle at the shelter area lol.
Thanks for the vid. Just ordered a curve 30 in ultra 200. First liteaf pack, hoping it has enough room for me. Hoping for just a little more space than my Nero.happy hiking!
Always luv watching your videos man! I gotta add my 2 cents tho, and say that I really hope that Altra keeps the Timps a more narrow shoe because they’re the only Altras I can wear. I have a more narrow foot and I was able to really lock down my forefoot in that shoe. I have spoken with a bunch of other hikers that have narrow feet and they’ve really enjoyed that shoe as well. Unfortunately the Lone Peaks were just too wide and I found that they got too floppy over time, and the Timps’ quantic midsole really changed the game for me.
I'm just using Walmart's Athletic Works brand tee. When I need a little more I add their Realtree Fishing hooded long sleeve sun tee. Can't comment on sleep shirts yet since I've been doing day hikes this year. Overnights are coming though! Next year!
Great seeing you Jason I can't resist gear talk. I been looking for the ballerina pants but I guess there are not a lot of250# ballerinas. Take Care hope all is well with you and your family.
I love the Champion t-shirts. Pretty durable for a low price. Now that they aren’t Target’s in store workout brand, they are harder to locate. If you want to spend a little extra on a t-shirt, the REI store brand of wool t-shirts are pretty nice. Full price is lower than most name brands, and if you have time to watch for sales, you can get one for $35. I picked one up on sale for backpacking this year, and find it very comfortable. wool definitely gets less stinky than synthetics after 3 days.
My REI store closed down during the lockdown. I gotta go downtown for the store but at least I can still ship things. I just like the brick and mortar stores.
@@FrozensAdventures definitely. There’s an REI across the street from my office. I can walk there during lunch break. Working from home during the pandemic was good for curbing my impulse buying.
Love the gear video esp the Hammock and Tent options, I also have both (rocking the BA). Out of curiosity I added the weights of the Hammock (Tarp, Ham+Sus, UQ, Stakes) at 1203g and the Tent (Pad, Tent, Stakes and 1 Pole) at 1146g so a difference of 57g or 2oz (did not count TQ as that is a wash). They seem pretty close... now I added the 1 Pole because you do not need them for the Hammock (yes I know Porch mode) but you HAVE to have One for the Plex. Food for thought, now if I can only wrap my mind around a trail bidet :)
I was actually pretty surprised about how close both set ups were to each other. Never really did the math and my gear has been outdated since I came back from my thru hike.
Enjoyed the video. Thanks...Check out the Altra Olympus 4. They have a lot more cushion than the Lone Peaks and still have a wide toe box. I switched and they're my go-tos now. Also check out Foundation orthotic insoles. Great support for only $30. Keep it going and Hike on!!!
Tops - from light to heavy...Paka - Mens Tee, Kokatat WoolCore T, Longsleeve probably an Icebreaker. Hoody - Melly or Burgeon Outdoors (these are essentially the same, but you CAN get the Burgeon w/out traveling to Colorado). I have a new Alpha Hoody from Senchi, we'll see how it goes as far as durability (?) but it IS light and warm. Mid-layer - a Give'r Ol' Faithful. I tend to sleep hot, so both times I've been out this month I have 'over-dressed' for sleep. Low- 40's I should have just done the Paka T.
Great video. You seem a lot more positive. I am glad you got your happy back. As always, great content. I am not sold on the bidet. All I see is water bottle going near dirty butt.
Another comment for the algorithm. Fine rundown, Jason. I agree with the shoe change. I like the LP 5, but not enough cushion for my old dogs. Hope they bring the old Timp design back. Let us know if you sort out the t-shirt replacement conundrum.
Great video! For shirts I'm happy with Hanes Cool Dri (both short and long sleeves). I live in Rothco Army Ranger Training Shorts (God's gift to underwear!).
Jason, Have you tried running/hiking shorts by Baleaf? Zippered back pocket, 2 front pockets, sewn in liner. My other suggestion for shirts are Ridge Merino Wool shirts. I live in Florida and I wear them even in the summer, less oder, quick dying and multiple colors.
Ditch the gaitors!! I hike in NY, NJ and PA also and I always used gaitors and they always annoyed me.. Taking them on and off .. Finally ditched them and over 1 year later.. Don't miss them at all! I also use Salomon trail runners.. Very rare that anything gets in my shoe! The one or 2 times something did, takes all of 2 seconds to pull my shoe off and put it back on!!
@@FrozensAdventures plan on Virginia and tennessee live in west virginia and got family in tennessee and just got back from A 2 day hike got some nice videos to
@@FrozensAdventures always enjoy ur videos! As I have commented before you have inspired and encouraged my ul hammock backpacking and being able to learn more and more with every video is awesome. I also do it purely for the comfort. I'm 31 but my knees are much much older lol.
Oops! I need to b in W Yellowstone for a MTB bicycle, race! I love to go to back/bike packing ! Is there a TH where in need to b to camp @ NF? Do I need to obtain permit now cuz I have certain dates required? If so HOW? What do I do next? Ild b willing to rent RV/cabin w/other girls to share exp$ but they book up now Help, any suggestions anyone!?? Thanks so much Cheryl & Bud 😊🐾
Have you tried Badger Balm for your feet? I use it at night, but haven't tried it hiking yet. Thought about it when we do a section of the SHT this summer.
Well I usually use a higher thread count around the 200 range just for durability. Its a little heavier but the benefits it gives for the sacrifice of a little extra weight is worth it for me. Look at kuiu brand there a little pricey but definitely worth it I believe
I felt him on that - I have an Ospry for day hiking, and those hip pockets are soooo hard to reach and for me, nearly impossible to zip shut once opened!
Sup buddy? Good to see ya again. I use the Mountain Hardwear wicked lite or double wicked shirts. Very soft and comfortable. I believe the new version is called Wicked tech. If you wanna try one message me I can send you one or meet you.
You are the umpteenth hiking youtuber, it feels like, that I'm technically "neighbors" with, being over here in Ohio. Yet despite watching several of you on the weekly I have yet to go backpacking for the first time.....something needs to change here...lol
Hey man great video. Like yourself I am starting some ground dwelling also. I DO not like the Xlite. What model tensor do you like. It I did not hear the mummy word. Is it the regular non mummy? Their website says 15oz and 3.5 R Thanks for any info not I am going to make it on the ground I need a better mat? Thanks
I'm using the uninsulated version Nemo Tensor regular non mummy cut. Based on my experience with the pad over 3 season use I am now looking at the insulated version for colder temps.
@@FrozensAdventures it’s an alternative to RU-vid. It basically allows for free speech without the censorship. And we need an insider to poke Chris into make us some more damn tarps! 😂 I was able to snag one on the first run, need another for the wife
Frozen, are you a side sleeper or do you sleep on your back? The reason why I asked is because I'm a side sleeper and the first night I slept on my pad, I had terrible lower back pain. Just wondering if the pad you recommend would be good for side sleepers.
Frozen, I was watching another 2022 gear video 'Hiking Dancer' she mentioned a pair of dancing leggings you use on the trail. I would be interested in the Brand and where you bought them and how you treated them to wear as wind pants. Thank you in advance! Capt. America 2015
Yea man I call em dance pants or ballerina pants. They are known as body wrappers, really good for cold mornings to handle the chill. Pretty good for wind pants too. Cheap and gets the job done. Size Up! amzn.to/3JwpfoH
@@FrozensAdventures Frozen got the dance pants today. They will work great, Got the large they fit perfect. I just wish they had wider cuffs at the bottom so i could get them over my trail runners. Thanks again Frozen
I sat though the entire video and wasn't bored. Most gear videos get a third of the way through and it's yawn time. I guess it must be your motivating background music that holds the attention. :-) One thing I noticed was no extra tent stakes in your stake bag. Are you brave or just use a well carved stick if you "misplace" a stake?
Good point. I am meticulous about where I place my tent stakes putting in and taking out of the ground. One time i forgot my stake bag all together and had to make do with sticks. It worked out fine but wouldn't want to do it in bad or windy weather.
I’ve seen a device you used to notify friends and family that your ok when you stop on trails. It’s Orange in color. Could you share the name of the device or brand, and your evaluation of it?
ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-FX0-151EkZA.html Old review but relevant. Their prices have gone up since the making of this video. I don't recommend it but check on the in reach mini explorer.
Z poles are fine. A little lighter. Some are adjustable for allowing to set up a tent. I like the apples better because they pack down smaller. In case of hitching.
Hey frozen, I'm jumping into the winter backpacking game this year. I generally prefer a regular canister stove. Do you think I need to invest in a whisperlight or some kind of white gas stove or do you think I can get by with a supercat or fancy feast alcohol stove for cold temps?
I must sleep on my side or else I get sleep apnea on my back (I just don't get deep sleep as my air way closes off and have to come out of deep sleep to open my air way etc), so I have a nice thick air pad, but I want to try the hammock route but I have no where around my area that sells hammocks so I have to buy online. Whats the best lightest 'Dream Hammocks' brand hammock you would recommend for a 6ft male around 160 pounds, is there a specific model, length, width and weight of fabric you would recommend? I must be able to sleep 'straight' on my side in it. I can't sleep in the normal jungle style hammocks as they force me onto my back and even then they hyper extend my knees etc it was horrible. I need to sleep flat on my side. Would really appreciate the help. I emailed them but didn't get a reply, I think they are short staffed at the moment so probably too busy. I also hear the Warbonnet Blackbird model is good for side sleeping too? but I'm sure you've done your homework on them and decided Dream Hammocks are better? Thanks
So Dream Hammock had a family member pass away recently that's why they are behind, terrible and unexpected. For a hammock here's somethings to look for. You're 6 foot, get an 11 foot hammock with a wide fabric. The lightest fabric they sell that would accommodate you will be a 1.2 MTN XL fabric. Take a look at the fabric : dreamhammock.info/fabrics/fabrics.html You'll want a fabric that has a max fabric width of 65" or more. The wider the fabric the flatter the lay BUT the bigger the tarp you will need to cover yourself. Hope that helps buddy! I used to use Warbonnet but they recently limit the fabric choices and I've shyed away from them. You just missed a 10% discount code for Dream Hammock that I gave my subscribers!
I've had a ton of comments when I showed this off in a video but no there isn't an adapter in the setup. I'll get a video out for you next week on exactly how I do it as I thing a lot of people would benefit. I have known about it for so long I started to think it was just something everyone did, man I was wrong! Comin up buddy!
@@FrozensAdventures In the past I had what I would term a spout from msr that I attached to a my plastic bag liner that connected to the pad air valve. I have my two year old tensor in the mail to Nemo because of numerous holes on the bottom in what I would term the valleys of the inflated pad. I thought I had patched three of them and last week on a trip it seemed to lose all air in a short while so luckily the ground was not that cold and other nights I used it deflated along with a Thinlight foam pad on top of leaves and pine needles for some form of insulation and got by.
I see that the rumors were true. Waiting to see some reviews the. I'd be all about it at least for cold trips. We shall see. I did just get that new camera though.
I just hope you never shave off that magnificent beard to cut 1.7 oz of self respect off your base weight. It was so hard watching hammock gear reviews from a 12 year old.
Ive ripped trash compactor bags… meanwhile my same nylofume bag has been going strong for 500+ miles and ~25 days. Id say for a long trip u should still stick w the nylofume :)
So when I used nylofume on my thru hike it leaked on 3 occasions. Water was sitting at the bottom of the nylofume bags. I correctly sealed it but after submerging in water I found air bubbles coming out of the seam. My pack an zpacks arc haul at the time and it was quite cold and rainy. My topquilt was on the bottom of the pack and it would have been a crappy few days had I not also had my underquilt from my hammock. I was sleeping in the shelters of the smokies at the time.
@@FrozensAdventures interesting! Ive even used the nylofume in BWCA where it was fully submerged once or twice... bone dry inside. I was using a GG Kumo so not waterproof pack. Goes to show the importance of redundancies(anything can fail)
