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Stephen Outside
Приєднався 2 вер 2011
I'm an ultralight hiker and backpacker and I'm always looking for my next thru-hike. Backpacking gear is super important, of course, however I believe most gear will get you outside safely. I aim to capture and share nature with others and bring you along on the journey
The Mountain that Almost Conquered us | Pacific Crest Trail Part 3
The Pacific Crest trail is a challenging 5-6 month long distance thru-hike. This week we leave Idyllwild and tackle Mount San Jacinto, Apache Peak, Fuller Ridge, and eventually make our way to the I10 Oasis near Palm Springs.
it's been an amazing experience, hiking every single day in beautiful isolation away from the internet and infinite quality time with friends.
Thru hiking has been a passion of mine since 2016 after watching Darwin OnTheTrail's PCT videos. I started becoming an ultralight backpacker on paper from the very beginning, creating my dream setup. And now years later, I realize the gear doesn't matter as much, as long as you are happy and getting out there. The journey to get to the PCT has been amazing and I can't believe I'm achieving a dream of mine.
Follow along for regular PCT videos, gear videos, and backpacking content.
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it's been an amazing experience, hiking every single day in beautiful isolation away from the internet and infinite quality time with friends.
Thru hiking has been a passion of mine since 2016 after watching Darwin OnTheTrail's PCT videos. I started becoming an ultralight backpacker on paper from the very beginning, creating my dream setup. And now years later, I realize the gear doesn't matter as much, as long as you are happy and getting out there. The journey to get to the PCT has been amazing and I can't believe I'm achieving a dream of mine.
Follow along for regular PCT videos, gear videos, and backpacking content.
Music:
"Americana" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
"Lost Frontier" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
The Voyage by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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Alone: My Worst Week on the PCT | Pacific Crest Trail Part 2
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The Pacific Crest trail is a challenging 5-6 month long distance thru-hike. This week I face the physical and mental challenge alone. This is the journey I went on during my lowest moment on trail. Thru hiking has been a passion of mine since 2016 after watching Darwin OnTheTrail's PCT videos. I started becoming an ultralight backpacker on paper from the very beginning, creating my dream setup....
Starting the Adventure | Pacific Crest Trail Part 1
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The Pacific Crest trail is a challenging 5-6 month long distance thru-hike. The first week I make plenty of mistakes and try to document the struggles of getting started. Thru hiking has been a passion of mine since 2016 after watching Darwin OnTheTrail's PCT videos. I started becoming an ultralight backpacker on paper from the very beginning, creating my dream setup. And now years later, I rea...
PCT Gear List from a recovering Ultralighter 11.3 lbs
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Ultralight Gear can be expensive and uncomfortable. I think I've finally adjusted my setup to be lightweight and very comfortable. I lean towards hiking more miles in the day and then sleeping like a rock. lighterpack.com/r/sbej0l Music: Harris Heller - Cielo Harris Heller - Pipe Dream Harris Heller - Nostalgia 00:00 intro and backpack 01:50 Tent 02:22 Sleep system 04:55 Food and water 06:10 Cl...
Top Sun Hoodies for 2024
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Sun hoodies are a game changer, and useful for so many activities. I compare and rate sun hoodies and let you know which is the best value Amazon Essentials: Men's Tech Stretch Long-Sleeve Hooded T-Shirt a.co/d/bWrlkdM Patagonia: Cool Daily www.patagonia.com/product/mens-capilene-cool-daily-hoody/195699413825.html OR: Astroman Air Sun Hoodie www.outdoorresearch.com/products/mens-astroman-air-su...
PCT Gear I HAD to replace before hiking
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My ultralight backpacking gear was great up until it wasn't. It took me a long time to decide what items should replace them and ended up with some gear that will last 5-10 years (hopefully). 00:00 Intro 00:14 Shirt 01:16 Rain jacket 02:27 Puffy Jacket 03:26 UL backpack 05:50 UL tent Music by Harris Heller: it's a lifestyle pipe dream
The ULTIMATE winter layering guide
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Are you prepared for winter weather? This video will guide you through the best clothes for cold weather layering in order to stay warm. I go over Ski jacket features that are nice to have as well as clothing that can handle the snow. Activities this clothing can be used for include snowshoeing, snowboarding, skiing, hiking, etc. 00:00 Overview 00:50 Layers Diagram 01:21 Cotton Kills 01:48 Base...
Backpacking gear I regret not getting sooner
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These are 5 backpacking gear mistakes I made as a beginner backpacker, and the items I wish I had replaced them with sooner. There's no such thing as a perfect gear list in my opinion, so I keep that in mind with this list. Music by Harris Heller
First look at The Mirage Sun Hoodie - It's well designed
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I'm a huge advocate for sun protection while outside. UPF 40 sun shirts are great, but sun hoodies give extra protection to important parts like your neck, ears, and face. And this is definitely one of the best Sun hoodies: The Mirage by Evolved Supply Co and ZPacks As of this video, I've only been using this sun hoodie for a week so this is just my first impression to help anyone who is curiou...
Stupid mistakes I made while Ultralight Backpacking
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These mistakes still haunt me today. I've been backpacking for 5 years and Ultralight Backpacking for the last two years. These are the biggest mistakes I've made in that time and how to avoid them.
We swapped backpacks to decide which setup is best! Ultralight vs Traditional
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The classic debate of Ultralight vs Traditional! My wife and I switched backpacking setups to answer this very question. We challenged ourselves with 3,800 feet of elevation gain and camped close to a beautiful alpine lake. Do you agree with us? Comment with your ideal setup below! Music: White Lie - Streambeats by Harris Heller Gazes - Streambeats by Harris Heller Hopeless - Jimena Contreras C...
How I fit all my backpacking gear in a 37L pack
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How I fit all my backpacking gear in a 37L pack
Colorado Trail Gear List | 9.5 lbs for dramatic alpine weather
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Colorado Trail Gear List | 9.5 lbs for dramatic alpine weather
Thru-Hiking the Magnificent Colorado Trail: 495 Miles of Adventure and Beauty
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Thru-Hiking the Magnificent Colorado Trail: 495 Miles of Adventure and Beauty
35 amazing days later, we finished hiking the Colorado Trail #10
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35 amazing days later, we finished hiking the Colorado Trail #10
I can't believe how beautiful the San Juans are | Colorado Trail Thru Hike #9
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I can't believe how beautiful the San Juans are | Colorado Trail Thru Hike #9
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Sheltering in a Yurt | Colorado Trail Thru Hike #8
Starting the San Juans and they're already amazing | Colorado Trail Thru Hike #7
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Starting the San Juans and they're already amazing | Colorado Trail Thru Hike #7
The worst part of the most beautiful trail in the US | Colorado Trail Thru Hike #6
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The worst part of the most beautiful trail in the US | Colorado Trail Thru Hike #6
This is why I love hiking | Colorado Trail Thru Hike #5
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We were too ambitious and tried to hike Mount Elbert | Colorado Trail Thru Hike #4
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The most beautiful section of trail so far | Colorado Trail Thru Hike #3
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Hit by 4 storms in a day | Colorado Trail Thru Hike #2
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Colorado Trail #1: Starting the Adventure and Running out of Water
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Colorado Trail #1: Starting the Adventure and Running out of Water
I hear that theres 2 things to consider. 1. Moving winter wear, and 2. Sedentary winter wear
@@WHBJr Yeah exactly! But you can get lazy with the sedentary winter wear and just throw it over the top of your moving wear. Makes it easy to take breaks and not get cold!
Moving is thinner & more breathable, static is thicker & more wind resistant.
I went to a mesh wool base layer for activewear with loosely woven Woolpower over that and it's the best moisture management I've found yet. Never going back to just a merino base except for nonactive wear, then it's fine. Density of layers should increase for each layer.
Maybe its just me, but doesnt anyone else think that cold soaking food kinda defeats the purpose of it being light weight. like if ur going to keep food in water it will be heavier so might as well take foods such as plastic bag curries and such. just some food for thought
@@TheRogueSentinel The big benefit is for 4-8 day food carries! You carry lightweight food for that whole time, and filter clean water from rivers and lakes when you're ready to eat. They only take 30 minutes to an hour to rehydrate
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I would really love if you could do a short that explains the charging method in a bit more simplified manner. I am not sure that I understand the details of that charging method. thanks.
@@marksessum8406 that's a great idea, I'll think about it!
Cotton base layer keeps me warmer when topped with my thick wool sweater. Then a puffer jacket. Cotton shirts are warmer if you dont intent to sweat it out or do strenuous activities out
Hello mate just wondering what base layer are you using hear you said its not to tight on the body which sounds good as in the past i have found them to be uncomfortable
@@vdlorenzo2578 I use the Patagonia Capilene midweight base layers.
@StephenOutside thanks so much I work outside doing tennis coaching and I'm absolutely freezing this week so came across your voice I had no idea how bad cotton is I now need to spend a lot of money buying proper gear but it can be overwhelming I don't really know that much about it all. Any recommendations would be very helpful especially for jackets hats gloves ect
@vdlorenzo2578 oh awesome I played and coached tennis too! If I'm actively playing, any base layer with a windbreaker usually does the trick for me. If I start sweating, a layer usually needs to come off. Sometimes it'll be near freezing and I'm playing in just a hoodie and shorts But if I'm standing and not sweating I need quite a bit of insulation. A puffy jacket, sweatpants, and shell pants does the trick for me. For puffy jackets you want one with a good amount of loft
Here in N FL it can get below freezing on rare occasions during the winter, especially mornings and evenings. Warms up in the afternoon. I use layering with a medium jacket, with a rain jacket over it as a second layer. Works great.
I like the idea of a sun hoodie but I'm not sure about the durability. How do these shirts fair with the ware and tear between your back and your backpack? I had a similar shirt once and it only lasted for 4 hikes before the fabric started to come apart. Would these shirts last for a whole thruhiking season?
@@S-WS-lx2hm yes, all of these would last one if not multiple thru-hikes! My Patagonia hoodie has 600+ miles on it and my Mirage hoodie (Zpacks) has about 1000 miles on it. Both have held up great! Some PCT hikers also loved the Ridge Merino hoodie but others had durability issues. The REI one smells horrendous after a few days so I'd avoid it. I really hate that one if you couldn't tell 😆
Why did you get rid of the REI Flash Air 1? It looks like a good tent
Yeah the original Flash Air 1 looked great on paper, but it had very poor ventilation. Every morning I would wake up with a soaking wet tent. The current version is supposed to have slightly better ventilation though
"Every winter I forget and need to relearn", same! The problem with the chart is that towards the end of winter we have gained some cold tolerance and we can usually do with one layer less for the same temperature than in the beginning of winter.
Hahah so true. The beginning of winter definitely feels colder than the end of winter
No ragrets
OMG the water stash is incredible
It's a literal life saver
Im a big guy 5'8" 290lbs and a 3x wool base is too big!!!!!!!
How to find an actual shell layer that will fit comfortably over all that shit!
@@WHBJr 😂 the true challenge
Do u just size up?
@@marbledkahuuni it really depends on the jacket. If you want a shell to fit over your puffy, a size up should work but I always test it first. A snug fit would compress down and make the jacket feel colder so I look for a jacket that's easy to put on and slightly lose
@ good idea. Thanks!
We teach our Scouts to wear their headlamps around their neck when around camp. Blinding problem solved.
@@obchristo oh that's a great idea, thanks!
Such a great vlog! Can't wait to see the rest of your hike, don't think we chatted on trail but great to see Whitney, Roundhouse and Marmot! ~ Grub
@@IbeAlastair thanks so much! I'm glad you're enjoying them. I'm on a pause for a bit while I find a job but hopefully soon I'll start posting again!
Great video! Your editing is fantastic. It gave me a few unpleasant flashbacks of my hike up to the Spitler junction just before Apache peak haha. So sketchy!
Bah Duplex... Tarp-Tent is much better, and Durston is good too, still prefer the Tarp-Tent. My Uberlite sleeping pad did the CDT across Ireland, Scotland, Spain, and the TA in NZ. If ya wanna ditch the crinkly pad. I also use the GG pad under my air mattress.
@@toocleanpappas5397 I've been really tempted to get the Tarp-Tent ProTrail Li for a few years now. I think I'll get that or a Durston. The new NeoAir pads are less crinkly now!
@@StephenOutside I have the Duo Dipole Li and the Solo Dipole Li, the foot and head with the little carbon fiber poles are amazing. Being able to sit up and not hitting your head. Or having your 0 degree big puffy sleeping bag not touching your footbox. My only slight complaint is I wish the vestibules were larger. Otherwise. Damn close to my perfect tent.
What's your height/weight and the size for each sun hoodie? I'm looking at the Zpacks hoodie and trying to decide between a medium or large. Thanks for the review!
Yeah of course! That hoodie is absolutely amazing, especially if you're a backpacker/thru hiker. I convinced some friends on the PCT to get one too hahah I'm 150lbs, 5' 10", and I got a large. The large was great I would get it again
@StephenOutside interesting, I would think that would be huge on you. I'm 6'2" 190lbs and sometimes larges are boxy and huge. Thanks for info, I think I'll go with a large.
@@mattporter6624 it's an athletic fit so they suggest sizing up from your normal size if you want a looser fit. (I usually get medium)
Pasta. Real actual pasta. I don’t get people who just spoon when pasta is the most packable cheapest just as easy as freeze dried packets thing to cook. My spoon has become just a coffee dispenser. Don’t dis da fork!
Notice I didn’t say spork too.
Fusili and bowtie r spoonable with sauce or patience
Howdy partner. Where did you get those posters?
@@MR-hb5mu Howdy! They're from a website called "National Park Posters" by artist Rob Decker. It's a little pricey but they tend to do sales around the holidays
Music is too loud, otherwise great info. Also you need links to all of the products.
So... *paper* doesn't decompose... I've learned something today.
So what’s the benefit of carrying all this heavy gear? I’m not seeing it.
@@Andy-x3i8y hahah yeah that's why I wanted to switch! For me it wasn't worth it. I'd rather strip comforts away and travel lighter
@@StephenOutside but what comforts are you missing out on? I still don’t understand what people are referring to when they talk about comfort. Are they saying that their heavy sleeping pad is more comfortable or something? I really don’t understand the conversation. my ultralight gear is more comfortable and outperforms any “traditional” backpacking gear because traditional backpacking gear isn’t good. It’s just heavy and low performing. Aside from bringing a chair, I cannot find a single concrete explanation of what comforts bringing heavy stuff provides. Can anyone tell me? Can anybody please explain to me what the Internet is talking about when they’re saying they’re traditional backpacking gear is more comfortable. What is it that they are bringing?! a chessboard? An iPad? A personal wand massager? Somebody please tell me.
Hahah yeah it's a fair question. Nowadays it's very easy to get 15-20 lbs base weight if you use backpacking gear. But some Ultralight gear will strip away comforts in order to save weight. Examples of this are torso sized sleeping pads, frameless backpacks, single wall tents, tarps, and quilts. This gear will get you down to sub 10 lbs base weight. For me it's worth it to go lighter because I never find that I'm uncomfortable. But my sleep system is on the extreme end and relies on me being exhausted at the end of the day in order to get good sleep. Some people will bring a sleep system that weights twice as much as mine because they need better quality of sleep. I think in the end though, backpacking gear has come a long way and you can have both lightweight and comfort if you do research
Dude. A "breathable jacket" is usually made with pit zip construction - which you are to use to vent your heat occasionally and stay cooler and drier inside when it's really soaking. They are also usually designed to be windproof, so you only need the one layer, not two. You literally cited the fact that they don't breathe in heavy rain (they do breathe in light rain) as a reason not to use it, and then decided instead to use a rain jacket that is physically, always, incapable of breathing and that you reduce your activity level to be able to use it. Your system is inferior in literally every way.
I chose to buy a rain jacket that will last probably 20 years because of its 100% waterproof, extremely durable but non-breathable material (it has pit zips to compensate). The thing is a swap if you push too hard but I love it. It's an ultralight emergency item at 7.4oz which is just as light and functional as many expensive breathable jackets. My wind breaker jacket is super useful and it only weighs 3.7oz (105g)! I wear it on cold mornings to keep body heat inside, when it's sprinkling because it has DWR, and obviously when it's windy. For 3.7oz it's so worth bringing! For me the wind jacket is way more useful than a rain jacket. It's more breathable than any rain jacket on the market, and until then I'll probably be bringing two. It's all about moisture management in the end Edit: One thing my comment didn't make clear is that all breathable rain jackets will wet out at some point while mine won't. And breathable rain jackets will have worse breathability in wind, light rain, and cold mornings making you damp - these are the three uses I would use it most for
sounds dumb but I bring my modded PSP. I can watch movies and play tons of games and music on it. Helps my mind relax at the end of the day. It's fun to hunker down in foul weather and play 2 player games from different tents lol. PSP w/ 2 batteries is 15oz. Cool vid thx.
No way, that's amazing! Sometimes I like to be disconnected from tech but there were many times on the PCT I would have loved this. It's cool you can play with friends too
You should try the one wind poncho. They are cheap and very packable. It will keep you and your backpack dry. Also the are cooling with the air flow.
I haven't heard of that, it looks interesting. I'll admit I've debated tarp camping for a long time now and combining it with a poncho would be even better
Great vid Flip Flop - sweet editing!
Hey thanks so much!! I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Have you tried the Ketl Mountain Nofry?
I haven't tried it but several people have recommended it. It sounds nice
Always a mesh merino base layer (Brynje), nothing else comes close. Followed by merino top or Arthur beale wool jumper... Waxed Anorak (Fjallraven No.8) as top layer. Forget the technical Goretex, wind stoppers etc, nothing I've found when hiking in UK keeps you dry all day, whether that be rain or sweat. it's all about keeping warm when moving and when still. No.8 might wet out even when waxed but wet doesn't get past jumper. This is also a very breathable setup so sweat won't get you cold.
@@fatherdamo2 Looks like an awesome setup. I've heard a lot about mesh base layers although I've never tried them. Thanks for sharing!
We're just finding ot about what Norwegians have known all along!!!!!
When sleeping in cold weather bring a male urinal you can buy at the drugstore. Cold makes you pee more. Holding your pee all night will give you a terrible sleep. Better to pee in the bottle and take it out of the sleeping bag. Opening the bag to get up and pee will release a ton of heat and it will take a long time to rebuild it when you get back into the bag. It took many nights of experimentation to figure this all out.
Layers and layers and layers and layers...👁️👄👁️
This was the best video of this section that I have seen over the past three seasons. You captured so many parts of the trail that most people just skip over. Thank you!
Thanks so much!
Dang dude your temping me into spending all my damn money on all these shorts lol, na but for real appreciate the advise
Lol yeah I gotta find some sun pants next
What’s with the hat indoors???
Messy hair + hat I like = hat in every video
Nice vid! Do you have a link to the dance pants? Very curious to give them a try now. :)
Yeah I love them!! I got them off of Amazon by searching "dance pants" and they cost around $25. These are the ones I got a.co/d/4n9pLzO
@@StephenOutside thanks! Do they let any air in?
@@studiopiko They act more like wind pants than rain pants. They're somewhat breathable but I wouldn't want to sweat in them. I've had to roll them up a few times hahah
@@StephenOutside getting them ;)
Scary, man. Do they normally avoid you if they have no cubs nearby? I planned on hiking most of the desert region at night, now I'm not sure. Lol 😐 I went out for a day hike near Lake Hemet (Idyllwild), not even 2 minutes in, I walked through a small stream crossing and there was a giant paw print, I spun around so fast looking at all the high elevation to see if it was nearby watching me.
It's actually super rare to see them in the wild, so we were extremely unlucky. They usually avoid people and hide. Looking back, I think they were by food or a den since they didn't move and they're solitary unless with a cub. Those are both scenarios where they can get defensive... Lesson learned lol We heard several mountain lions in the desert section but I didn't see any. I've only encountered them on the Colorado Trail. Oh man hahah. Yeah that would worry me for sure seeing a paw print like that
I love the videos :)
I really enjoy watching you and your trailfam. You’re showing things that others don’t. You’re honestly is much appreciated! Thank you (I do wonder when this hike was due to fires etc) no matter Keep it Up! 👍
Thanks, I appreciate it! I actually got off trail a week before the Park Fire broke out. My trail fam has been dealing with some rough conditions. Hiking with red skies, thick haze, and even wearing masks. It looks like something out of a dystopian movie
@@StephenOutside tell me about I live in Wa and inhaling smoke does not get easier. That’s a bummer, I hope you all make it back. Thanks again, I’m really enjoying watching!!! 👍
Stephen that snowy mountain you did was that on the PCT or a PCT side trip ?
It was a PCT side trip! From about 09:07 to 12:38. I think it's absolutely worth it, but man was that a hard day...
Best video yet! Great editing. It warms my heart watching this video. You captured our adventures so well in this video ❤
Thanks so much!!! I'm so glad you enjoyed it!
I think this is your best yet!! Such a crazy, complicated few days summarized so well. So glad I got to experience this with you and look back on it now with such a beautiful video!
@@averymiller9836 aw thanks so much!!! I had a ton of fun putting this together! What a crazy few days hahah
I second this!!!
Loving your videos, truly inspiring and motivational 🤙🏽 What date was your San Juanito mountain hike? Was that snow sill in late August? Thanks in advance for your response
Thanks I appreciate it! We hiked San Jacinto on April 30 this year. At that time the conditions for Fuller Ridge and Apache Peak were improving a lot every week
Former thru hiker here.. I think a lot of the gear is used bc of UA-cam influencers. The condensation in the duplex is terrible!!! It’s tough to pitch when the ground is hard and no rocks around. Freestanding and double wall is better. Thermarest pads are so noisy, you can’t sleep. Plus they aren’t near as comfortable as Nemo or S2S or BA pads. As for quilts, the dangly straps to connect it to the pad is a nightmare when you’re tired and just want to sleep. I personally don’t need to be the lightest; I would rather enjoy my time and be comfortable!!! I feel it’s become a trend to try to go super ultralight, but everyone likes different things. HYOH. These are just things I’ve realized and now will carry the extra weight to be more comfy.
A lot of gear is getting to the point where you have to sacrifice a ton of comforts, especially in the sleep system. It's exciting to see people add lightweight comforts back into their packs. Yeah, the pressure to hike huge miles is so strong. I love taking my time and enjoying nature if I can, even with a minimalist setup.
@@StephenOutside me too… lol
Toilet paper is basically pure short-fibre pulp. Burried under ground it fully decomposes in about 3-4 weeks. That being said, bidet is more elegant and nature friendly option.
With every environment having different microbes and decomposing times, it's always safest to pack out TP. Desert and alpine environments are some of the most delicate and they also take the longest to decompose TP
Hey I’m planning a trip would you recommend Elbert to someone who’s only climbed the Wichita mountains
Elbert was beautiful! But it's a massive challenge if you're up for it. Be prepared for bad weather, bring snacks and water. Take it slow, listen to your body and you should be fine! I've camped and climbed in the Wichita mountains, it was really nice!
@@StephenOutside ended up doing Elbert took 9 hours but got it done ty
Hell yeah, that's awesome! Congrats
@@StephenOutside thank you sir
The material is a dealbreaker for me. I use an 80g/m2 merino shirt in the summer and this one is 135g/m2. Almost twice as much. I don't understand why all sunhoodies have materials this thick when their main use is against the sun, so mostly in high temperatures.
@@Nhkg17 I think the reason it's thicker is for durability. This hoodie has held up incredibly well for 2000+ miles while other hoodies have fallen apart within 500 miles. It's also surprisingly breathable and cool. (Not affiliated with them but damn I love this hoodie)
pretty sure i ran into you in the sierras. I was the very few that were hiking nobo on the jmt
Oh no way!! It was really fun seeing new faces on the JMT section. I hope you enjoyed your hike!
Great video amigo