I camped in a pup tent about 15 years ago. All my friends that came decided to stay in a newer cabin tent. There was a thunderstorm, I was the only one that woke up dry. In raining or non-frozen conditions, dig a trench around the edge of the tent.
I watch a lot of these outdoor camping shows. I have solo mountaineered (including winter) and camped throughout the Western USA for 50 years (usually solo). I see so many mistakes on these outdoor channels. I find yours one of the best. Your choices in tools and equipment and the way you operate is top notched (despite your UK accent lol).. Thanks for you video's. PS America is lucky to have you... you fit in well
I own a 1966 pup tent that I bought NOS from a dealer who got it from the US government back in 1986. ! It's a serious bit of kit !! Can't wait to get it broken in on my 2024 camping trip ! Great video by the way !!✌
Excellent set up. Added tip what we did in the military in cold conditions and it made a good difference is string up on the inside a poncho liner from pole to pole and tie the sides down the stakes and insulate the ground with good foam mats or make a browse bed and your body heat really helps. Also add the one candle trick to this and its actually cozy. one candle produces between 75 -85 BTU's (90 -100 watts) in an enclosed space like the pup tent it really works. Hot coffee with rum is always is a plus.( that goes without saying. LOL)
I grew up as a military brat and remember lots of times going camping and using old surplus military camping gear like the pup tent you got. I was surprised you had the appropriate tent poles, as those always seemed to be missing or broken. I don't know where you learned how to put that tent up, but I gotta say your technique looked like it came right outta one of those Uncle Sam training videos! Well Done! As I recall those tents held up pretty good in the cold, but sucked balls in the rain... I was hoping to see an old down filled military issue sleeping bag and air mattress...
Lots of Bushcraft videos out there. Your at the tops. Yeah some channels got more subs. For me you got to like the person. Like I’d go camping with that guy.Your personality is great and your content and filming are excellent. Hope your channel just keeps growing. Thank a lot.
That's so awesome to hear William thank you so much! It took me a long time to muster up the courage to start a channel and be on camera so I really appreciate that buddy. Thank you. Cheers!!
I agree. I often watch and think how cool it would be to come along with Rob. A lot of these types of video I don't think that! Maybe it's with the lad being a fellow yorkshireman? 😁🤣
Oh the good old shelter halfs. I'm a Marine veteran. I remember those so well. Love your videos. Very inspirational. I've recently been putting my kit together. Hope to get out soon. Blessings from Pennsylvania.
Well I dont know who taught you to set up a pup tent , but that was defiantly unique and effective . All I can say is back in 1967 we did it differently . I guess you know , each soldier was only issued 1/2 a shelter ,1 pole (2 or 3 sections)and 4 tent stakes no cordage. The Army has changed . Really enjoy your vids, and the way you present the material Stay safe and Happy New Year to you and your family .
Thanks John! I watched a video by a guy called Norseman here on RU-vid, he's an ex marine I think he said and he did a video on the proper way to set up the tent which was really helpful. You too my friend! Cheers
Hi Rob,like those snowy camping videos lol! Thanks for taking us along....hope you all have a better newyear than 2020...Keep up these nice videos ....
I had to camp in old military pup tens my first couple of years in Scouts. Yeap, touch those sides and in comes the water. I don't remember this being an issue in temperature below freezing. During the summer camps where mosquitoes were notorious was the worst. Being down south it would be HOT, you had no choice but to stay buried in your sleeping bag to survive the nights. Nice vid, thanks for sharing.
oh man I could NOT imagine one of theses things in the summer with all the bugs! It would drive me insane! I salute you for having to put up with it. We're spoiled these days with all the camping stuff we have
Okay, being an Army Vet from back in olden times I can tell you - the Army uses things until they are unserviceable. Shelter halves were always like this when they were issued. If there wasn't a hole in it and it didn't stink or if it wasn't covered in stains - it went to the next guy. When I enlisted in 88 I was issued clothing from the 60s when I was in Korea. For training the Army was always a little on the 'skimpy' side. Deploy to combat...you get the best stuff they have...training...not so much. The Shelter Half is an excellent piece of kit. NEVER roll it up wet and put it away - you'll get mold and you'll never get the smell out - believe me.
Great advice!! I was thinking that might happen so I hung it up to dry in the garage with a space heater on it to make sure it's fully dry before I put it away. I imagine that heavy canvas will mold up pretty quickly! Curious to know how guys on deployment would combat this issue
@YouWild am I understanding you correctly in that you were in the military in both the 60s in Korea *and* in 88? Also, I'm following to see if you mention how wet tents were dealt with in the field. :)
@@jawnsushi LOL...no. I enlisted in 88 BUT we were issued equipment from the 60s. I was born in 70. My first vehicle was a Track vehicle that had bullet holes from Viet Nam too. I retired in 2009.
@@BrooksandBirches So, the Shelter halve has been around since ancient times. The idea behind them is that one guy carries half the tent, 3 poles, 5 stakes, and one rope. We would roll the stakes and poles up in the canvas and then tie it all together with the rope. Deployments today are completely different then they were back in the day. Last time I used a Shelter Half was in Desert Storm 90-91. After that we used Army Ponchos to make a tarp like shelter in the field. I do use a Shelter Half in the winter still...but this winter I am going to try out the Polish Lavvu. I too live in New York. Much of my camping kit is British made too. When I saw your channel I thought - a British Bushcrafter in America? SIGN ME UP! I spent some time with the British Military - well they were attached to my unit. You guys are just like us!
This is beautiful! I love the winter camping trips! I learn about whiskeyyyy from you! LOL, glad to see you in the new year! Take care and be safe! Looking forward to to more camping in the snow! Cheers! ❄️🥃☃️🥃🌧
@@Mason-dj9xp I am guessing he was trying to start something? Dont get his point and dont care. I am chill and not worried about some dude on his keyboard! Have a good day brother!
Ahh, the shelter half...technology dating back to the Revolutionary War. Heavy as can be, and that's when it's DRY. Is it better than nothing? Slept in one for two weeks in Basic Training in 1984, bear in mind that's a TWO person shelter. Bitter cold, snow...they suck. The funny thing is that once assigned to my unit I never slept in a shelter of any kind again, we slept on top our tracked vehicle (a modified ACP) and rolled up in a tarp if it rained, which was rare it being the desert and all. Great video, hope you had fun, glad you were lugging that thing and not me! LOL
haha thanks buddy! Yeah they're pretty heavy alright! Wasn't sure how I was going to get the thing on my pack to start with but I figured it out. I mean it kept me dry but spending two weeks in one..... I'd start to feel a little claustrophobic! I'm glad it was you and not me lets put it that way lol thank you for your service
So I’m laying down and I check my phone and your drone footage takes me back to the fridge and tv . Such a simple life till you have to edit .....beautiful work Robert you deserve the Accolades Rule number one don’t read the comments unless you have balls of steel
Opening drone shots were gorgeous! I find the Rock and Rye to be too sweet, so, better on the rocks as the cubes melt. Thanks for sharing! Stay safe and warm.
Thanks Maggie! I'm starting to figure the drone out a little bit better I think. Yeah it was sweeter than I thought. I had know idea what rock and rye actually was till after this video and I looked it up
Nice upload rob. Hope all is well brother. Summer here but a wet one. Sure beats the last few years drought and fires. Stay safe be well bud. Cheers from Australia 💯💯🇦🇺🇦🇺👍👍
OMG you look like my son and I am completely amazed😳 I’ll show you a picture if you don’t believe me lol. My husband showed me your picture because he enjoys watching your videos.
Really Connie? I would love to see a picture! I've had a few lookalike comparisons do far but none that people were directly related too so I'm very curious to see!
Thanks Robert, happy new year to you too. Would love to see a full video using the same accent you use when reading the whisky label. Hilarious. Take care pal. ATB 😊👍
Thanks Joe! I enjoyed this one a lot too. Here you go buddy www.amazon.com/Nordic-Pocket-Saw-Original/dp/B01M1E33MO/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=24WPPHXAEDWL2&dchild=1&keywords=nordic+pocket+saw&qid=1609775205&sprefix=nordic+pocket+sa%2Caps%2C195&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExR0JBVlFDNTJJVVhIJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMDU0NjY1MjBFMVVNMlpBS0NRTiZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwOTMyNDE0MjBISDZYOEkwQk1aQyZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=
Years ago I used an old French Army pup tent including in heavy rain and snow without problems. It did have a rain fly though. I upgraded to the Eureka 2 man USMC dome tent after the pup tent was stolen, I'd get another if I came across one.
@@BrooksandBirches I customized my tent 15 years ago to expand the tent and make it taller and sit the stove in the back with a stove jack. Fits me and my 100lb lab just fine but I'm only 5'11" lol
Hey Rob - "How's it goin?" Enjoyed the cold with you. We are at a balmy 33 out here in Arizona this morning. Amazed that your cup of coffee stayed on that little post. Mine would have spilled "straight away". Happy New Year - Stay Safe - Stay Healthy. Regards, Randy in Arizona
Hey Randy! So far so good thanks buddy, how about you? 33 is pretty balmy, I'd take 33 right now lol me too to be honest, I thought for sure it would spill but thankfully not! Happy new year mate, same to you my friend! Cheers
Thanks mate! I'm very lucky to live somewhere where we get consistent snow in the winter now. I feel your pain, I'm from Yorkshire originally and our winters were nothing but rain as well
That saw looked like it worked pretty darn good. I always thought of those as kinda gimmicky but that one seemed to cut real well. Hopefully it stands the test of time.
The individual chain links that the saw is built from work loose from the pins that connect them after you’ve used it for a while and the saw literally falls apart... That’s my experience with several of these type of saws.
@@ScottOut-n-About Time will tell... A chain is only as strong as it’s weakest link after all... for the long term the fewer moving parts the better is my opinion.
I'm not to sure about these saws. I haven't been able to make myself pony up for one. Good chance to see how it works out for Rob. Besides, it was a gift and it's the thought that really matters. Always carry a silky anyhow.
Awesome filming! Nothing beats a good fire in the wild. Hope your shoulder is doing better! Keep grinding on that outdoor adventure life brother. Your friend from the Pacific Northwest, pnwfullstop
Happy New Year Robert!!! Its a beautiful scene as always. I love it when you go to places you have been before. I go, I've been there with your before!! The drone shots were awesome, as was that dancing snow high up in the trees, the flakes were going up and down and all over,, beautiful. I liked the military take on your new year outing. Thanks as always for taking us along.
Thanks for coming along with me Jay! Yeah it was really cool seeing the snow do that when I slowed the drone footage down you could really see the flakes coming down!
Good job adding another shelter to your repertoire. Other than the coffee balancing act, this was a relaxing video. Thanks again for taking us along. Do fire reflectors really work?
