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Epic Outdoorz
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Приєднався 28 чер 2017
Hi I'm Epic and I love backpacking, and outdoor adventure. If that sounds like your thing, then you should check out my channel for hiking videos, how to videos, and gear reviews. Happy trails!
Why I'm Not Ultralight
Epic discusses his philosophy on backpacking and why he isn't ultralight.
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6 More Backpacking Hacks
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Epic discusses 6 more hacks he uses for his brand of backpacking. Check Us Out in these Places: Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=82329895&u... Instagram: epic_outdoorz# Website: epicoutdoorz.com/ Pack Wizard: www.packwizard.com/user/EpicOutdoorz As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Affiliate Links: BoglerCo Ultralight Trowel: amzn.to/4cC0F3K Victorinox Classic SD ...
Trailheadz Banshee Ultralight Hammock
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Epic reviews his new ultralight hammock from Trailheadz. Check Us Out in these Places: Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=82329895&u... Instagram: epic_outdoorz Website: epicoutdoorz.com/ Pack Wizard: www.packwizard.com/user/EpicOutdoorz Music Credit: Music: Sunday Drive - Silent Partner
Dan Durston Iceline Trekking Poles
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Epic provides an overview of the new Dan Durston Iceline Trekking Poles. Check Us Out in these Places: Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=82329895&u... Instagram: epic_outdoorz Website: epicoutdoorz.com/ Pack Wizard: www.packwizard.com/user/EpicOutdoorz Dan Durston Iceline Trekking Poles: durstongear.com/products/iceline-trekking-poles Music Credit: Music: Clocks Set - Silent Partner
Summer 2024 Backpacking Loadout
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Epic shares his summer backpacking load out for 2024.... Check Us Out in these Places: Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=82329895&u... Instagram: epic_outdoorz Website: epicoutdoorz.com/ Pack Wizard: www.packwizard.com/user/EpicOutdoorz Gear Links: Dutchware Chameleon Hammock: dutchwaregear.com/product/chameleon-hammock/#chameleon-body Dutchware Spider-Poly Tree Straps: dutchwaregear.co...
My 5 weirdest Backpacking Hacks
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Epic discusses the strange hacks he uses for his brand of backpacking. Check Us Out in these Places: Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=82329895&u... Instagram: epic_outdoorz# Website: epicoutdoorz.com/ Pack Wizard: www.packwizard.com/user/EpicOutdoorz As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Affiliate Links: Zubits Magnetic Lacing Solution: amzn.to/3wJkNRK Simplici Cof...
5 Tips For Summer Backpacking
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Epic discusses 5 tips to beat the heat while backpacking in hot weather. Check Us Out in these Places: Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=82329895&u... Instagram: epic_outdoorz# Website: epicoutdoorz.com/ As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Affiliate Links: Hydrapak Flux 1 Liter Bottle: amzn.to/3UvePNp Hydrapak 0.1 Micron Filter Cap: amzn.to/3QjEu9A Rocky Mountain S...
How I Pack My Backpack
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Epic lays out the details on the commonly accepted practices for packing a backpack, as well as his personal method. Check Us Out in these Places: Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=82329895&u... Instagram: epic_outdoorz# Website: epicoutdoorz.com/
5 Luxury Items I Take On Trail
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Epic discusses 5 things that make his life more comfortable on trail. Check Us Out in these Places: Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=82329895&u... Instagram: epic_outdoorz# Website: epicoutdoorz.com/ As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Affiliate Links: Areopex Shokz Headphones: amzn.to/3IL6cHZ WWAGO Folding Seat: amzn.to/3x1fKMz EveryHERO Body Wipes: amzn.to/493hd...
Durston Kakwa 40L Backpack Review
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Epic goes over the details of the Dan Durston Kakwa 40 Check Us Out in these Places: Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=82329895&u... Instagram: epic_outdoorz# Website: epicoutdoorz.com/ Links: Kakwa 40 L Pack: durstongear.com/products/kakwa-40-backpack SomeDaveOutdoor on Etsy: www.etsy.com/shop/SomeDaveOutdoorGear Music Credit: Music: Clocks Set - Silent Partner
Epic Overnights: Hoh River
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Epic, 2 Spoons, and Juniper take a short trip along the beautiful Hoh River, while field testing some new gear to make hiking with a toddler easier. Check Us Out in these Places: Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=82329895&u... Instagram: epic_outdoorz# Website: epicoutdoorz.com/ Gear tested in this episode: Ultralight Backpack Ventilation Frame: vauclusegear.com/products/ultralight-ven...
Fextail Zero Pump Review
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Epic reviews a recently acquired lightweight air pump. Check Us Out in these Places: Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=82329895&u... Instagram: epic_outdoorz Website: epicoutdoorz.com Music Credit: Music: Sunday Drive - Silent Partner
Multi-use Item: Carrying Baking Soda on Trail
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Epic discusses 5 different uses for backing soda while hiking in the backcountry. Check Us Out in these Places: Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=82329895&u... Instagram: epic_outdoorz Website: epicoutdoorz.com/
Epic Overnights: Lost Lakes
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Epic and company venture out to Lost Lakes in the Rainier National Forest. On this trip, they field test multiple pieces of backpacking gear for the first time. Check Us Out in these Places: Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=82329895&u... Instagram: epic_outdoorz Website: epicoutdoorz.com/ Gear tested in this episode: Topo Athletic Pursuit Men's: www.topoathletic.com/mens-pursuit?quanti...
Topo Athletics Pursuit: First Look
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Epic discusses jumping off the Altra bandwagon. Check Us Out in these Places: Check Us Out in these Places: Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=82329895&u... Instagram: epic_outdoorz Website: epicoutdoorz.com/ Amazon Affiliate Links: As an Amazon Associate, Epic Outdoorz earns a small commission from qualifying purchases when you use the links below. There is no extra cost to you. Thanks ...
PNT Section Hike: Olympic National Park - Part 2
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PNT Section Hike: Olympic National Park - Part 2
PNT Section Hike: Olympic National Park
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PNT Section Hike: Olympic National Park
Trailheadz Hammocks: Anaconda Hammock Containment Unit First Look
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Trailheadz Hammocks: Anaconda Hammock Containment Unit First Look
What I carry in my Med, Hygiene, and Repair Kit.
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What I carry in my Med, Hygiene, and Repair Kit.
5 Backpacking items I replaced with just 1.
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5 Backpacking items I replaced with just 1.
Post Trail Review of ZPacks Arc Haul Ultra
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Post Trail Review of ZPacks Arc Haul Ultra
The trick is to go with a porter. That way you don't have to sacrifice good meals and comfort while still being a nimble gazelle on the trail.
@@kenhiett5266 😂 that would be something.
@@EpicOutdoorz For the cost of that pack with accessories, it's a logical option. lol
2:10 they really need to rethink the name
Flower = Snow plant (Sarcodes sanguinea)
Thanks for that. We've been waiting literally years for that answer. Lol.
Thanks for showing us, brother. I’m thinking of getting one, man. I have a Sea to Summit Pro Down sleeping bag. It’s like over a pound. Take care, dude. Stay safe out there.
I agree with your way of thinking entirely! I, too, hammock. I shave ounces with other gear so I can bring my cozy hammock gear. In my late 50s, tho, so I’ve found my sitpad to be very helpful these days (sat on the ground for decades). I still don’t care about hot meals, so I’ll readily eat cold foods if I’m headed for a more strenuous trail. Great video! Keep up the good work!
great video! thank you...question....what size do you recommend for 2-3 day trips?...i am new to the game
@@hittinpure1 For multi-day trips I started out with around a 60L pack. Usually beginners start out with more gear so the need more volume. Later on, as they gain experience, they start to get a sense of the things that they don't need and start streamlining. As I dialed in my system, I eventually switched to a 40 L pack. I hope that helps. Thanks for commenting and thanks for watching. 🙂
I’m just here to comment on that the imperial system is obsolete and not comprehensive for others than old UK ppl and Americans. Possible to add it later in written form on the video so I don’t need to google every number you state. 🫣
Great video, thanx!
I have a flat lay hammock that weighs a pound. With a custom zpacks tarp for it I will sell you.
No ultra miserable for this old girl
😂 "ultra miserable" that's funny. I like it. We are all so different. Backpackers are not stamped off an assembly line. Some people absolutely love the ultralight backpacking philosophy. Others ,as you say, are ultra miserable. Backpacking is such an individual personal experience. I think it's important to just do the best we can to try to respect each other's choices on how we get it done. Just as long as those choices are not putting ourselves and others in danger. Thanks for commenting and thanks for watching 🙂
I am hammock person too….but I never used an under quilt. I use a modified emergency blanket as my under quilt with a lightweight 3 season sleeping bag and emergency sleeping bag. I get down to 30 degrees Fahrenheit and I’m comfortable. The “emergency” way is super light, super compact and so warm.
@@70cimabue modified emergency blanket? Modified how? I'm curious.
@@EpicOutdoorz seamed taped and stitched 2 long ends then stitched , making a s sleeve so I can fit my sock cord too…..then attach and hang like an under quilt….being heat reflective and the hammock slightly sinking into it, it does retain heat and keeps out the cold….. I did before use and emergency blanket as a rainfly by adding 8 grommets and hang the sides close to the hammock then staked them
Now I have a Etrol 3 n 1 hammock so I made my emergency blanket similar to a Nightcat hammock’s attached rainfly and made the under blanket attach the same as a under quilt, but also added grommets to that so I can also attach it to the 4 attachment poles that raise the mosquito netting….
It’s light weight and it does keep me comfortable to warm in the 30 degree temps…of course with a sleeping bag
@@70cimabueokay you have my attention. I'm going to have to test this out. If it works the way you say it does I may just have to make a video on this. I appreciate the input. I love learning new things. Thanks for commenting and thanks for watching. 🙂
If you donate a kidney to lighten up before a hike....you might be a gram weenie
That's how I felt when I was your age too. Revisit this issue when you are 70 I think you will suddenly realize that a light pack does make a difference. Also for women, especially petite woman, a light pack is a necessity, Sorry feminists. To me "ultralight" makes good sense and is just a balance between expense and necessity. If you don't have the money to buy ultralight there is plenty of good gear at much lower prices, If you can afford it you will notice the difference if you pare down the weight of your pack5-10 lbs.
I can see your point. However, I would say that that's not necessarily something that flies in the face of the message that I was trying to convey. The point was that you don't want to put base weight in front of your enjoyment on trail, but I did allow for the necessity to pay attention to wait to some degree. If the weight of your pack directly effects you having a good time on trail than you will have to adjust accordingly. I totally get that. Also, while I do not have the perspective of a 70-year-old as I am not one, I would imagine at 70 I will value my ability to get a comfortable, warm, and quality night sleep even more than I do now. When the time comes for me to evolve, I will have to reconcile comfort and weight in a way that works for me and still allows me to have a good time. I do appreciate your perspective on the matter especially since It is coming from a place that I have yet to reach. Thanks for commenting and thanks for watching. 🙂
Found the dogmatist
@@KC3YCU 😂
Wise words. 💯% agreed.
Comfort ftw! Nothing worse than thinking “ I wish I brought that with me”. I’m choosing an ultralight tent and a lightweight sleeping bag rated for 10F, so I can add more comfort items.
Great mindset! Happy trails everybody!
That is an amazing message! Thank you
It’s so much easier for a small person to get below 10lbs. You can have a smaller/lighter tent, smaller/lighter sleeping pad and smaller/lighter sleeping bag or quilt. And because of this you can have a smaller/lighter backpack. I always thought the line should be a percentage of your height or weight or something.
There may be something to that but I'm not sure it's that simple. I think we really would have to look at gear samples to know how much of a weight difference those items would actually make. I think there are a lot of variables to consider here. An ultralight tent that accommodates a person that's 6 ft may not weigh much more than an ultralight tent that accommodates somebody that's 5'3. I really think it depends on the gear. There's also the possibility that smaller stature also equals smaller strength. This is not always the case, but certainly can be. If it is the case, then a lighter load could possibly cause them just as much strain as a heavier one on a larger person. This is all just conjecture of course. We would need actual data for any more than that. I can see where you're going with this though, and perhaps in certain cases it does make a difference. Thanks for commenting and thanks for watching . 🙂
@@EpicOutdoorz Yeah, but I’m 6’7 225 lbs. So my tent, sleeping pad and sleeping bag will be heavier and bulkier, so my backpack probably needs to be bigger also. But percentage wise, I’m carrying less with my 12lb base weight than a 5’4 125 lbs person with a 9.5 lbs pack carries
@@EpicOutdoorz And I couldn't find a sleeping bag that had both a short/normal version and a extra long one, so not the same bag exactly, but the diffenence between two down sleeping bags that had the same cold rating were about 300 grams. About 150 grams more for the longer sleeping pads (with high r-values), and I haven't even found a ultralight tent that is really suited for someone being 6'7 on top of a sleeping pad. Most ultralight tents are between 78-83 inches long, that is not ideal. So I would say that being tall equates to about 1.5-2 lbs of extra weight even if you get the best/lightest stuff. Thanks for the videos, very good!
Yup this is true. There is for sure a "big guy" tax when it comes to gear. The biggest issues are sleeping bags and sleeping pads for me. Always need XL and and extra wide versions. Tent size I don't think makes a huge difference between the size of the individual. It's more the design of the tent itself. Also need more food on a trip. Carried clothes also weigh considerably more
@@northernswedenstories1028 What I mean with the tents is that there are much more to choose from if you are 6’ or shorter. Almost every tent out there is going to work, but if you are tall, you have to really find the one that works. Maybe go for a two person tent instead of a one person and so forth.
Im basically seeing a standard ultralight setup here except you are using a hammock and a few other bits that essentially puts you over 10lbs by a small amount. You are an ultralighter in denial.... Your like an ultra lighter who is carrying a camera or an extra liter of water.
I love this philosophy. Well done.
Great video! That hammock splash guard is interesting. Where did you get it?
So there are a couple of options available for a splash guard for your underquilt. One is from hammock gear and cost $40 hammockgear.com/underquilt-protector/?adpos=&scid=scplp%23UQP&sc_intid=%23UQP&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwtsy1BhD7ARIsAHOi4xbIXBEkDg8zmMFHLHcfK5yNtAbHHlwP0XA0QiEvlzuPxVWDaEvE38oaAsh0EALw_wcB The other one is a cheaper, but still effective option, from Onewind and this is my affiliate link for that one: amzn.to/4dzBoaI These are great with heavy rain that's bouncing off the ground and getting your underquilt wet. However, where I find them to be the most useful is in windy conditions to keep a crosswind from sucking the heat out of your underquilt. Thanks for commenting and thanks for watching. 🙂
Great vid. I did the initial "surge" to UL a couple of years ago when I was doing more hiking, but since then I've eased back to lightweight with give and take on the comfort items. It's a good exercise in carefully considering everything you bring. To me it's definitely not some made up number, but it's about knowing what works for me. Really related to this.
I think that a lot of hikers go through a similar evolution. They start out with what is trending and what looks good on paper. Gradually, as a person gains more experience, I think they start to lean more toward personal preference and pragmatism. As you mentioned, this really makes you take a close look at what you're carrying and why. Thanks for commenting and thanks for watching. 🙂
@@EpicOutdoorz. Pragmatism is such an excellent description of it.
I see those Hangtight products! Steve makes some really amazing stuff. I have his 20 degree UQ and his Hotshot 0 degree TQ and i love them!! What are "triangle thingys"? I am curious. Great video on the topic, keep 'em coming!
@@_crane_7475 I second that! Hang Tight quilts are amazing! "Triangle Thingies" are a product available from Arrowhead equipment. You can look them up on their website, but they're designed to help add an extra suspension point for the quilts in order to snug them up closer to your hammock without gaps. They work especially well on heavier quilts that contain more insulation. I use them on all of my under quilts because it really allows me to fine-tune where I want them. Thanks for commenting and thanks for watching. 🙂
@@EpicOutdoorz thanks for the tip! Im definitely gonna grab a few of those!
After my own heart! Comfort first.
Why do you not like cork?
@@sindreabrahamsen4286 I personally feel like EVA foam deals with sweat better. Cork handles always felt slick and gross to me after you've sweat in them for a while. Also my hands seem to be more prone to blisters with cork handles. I can't say that this is going to be a universal experience for everyone. However I'm not a fan.
Great message man, keep up the great work!
Well said…
Great video!
Candles are good lubricant for zippers also do all mine with it
Glad I watched your video. I did not capture the fact, that these poles have no wrist straps. That's a dealbreaker for me, unfortunately. Thanks for your video.
Dan has made it known that he is willing to update the poles if people want wrist straps
@@jkibble98 Thank you for this information. That would be great. In that case these poles would be perfect 😀
These are SO clever! Thank you 😊
You had me when you said, "If you're getting into light or ultralight backpacking." I don't know if I am, but I'm curious. This short sweet review may have solved my pack questions.
Awesome video. I just ordered the 5.0 UL and cant wait to use it. This video was very informative.
How tall are you? It looks like you barely fit in there for comfortable sleeping.
@@andymytys I honestly think that's just the camera. I'm 6 ft on the dot and I have plenty of room. It's 10.5 ft hammock.
Dude you are going to be the next big channel, and you deserve it! You have awesome info and you’re right to the point!
These were really good. I'm taking a spare bottle cap as a stake pusher. And as a spare bottle cap! One thing I am going to start doing is sometimes digging my cathole in advance. I didn't think much of the idea until I was hiking Pictured Rocks a couple of years ago. The campsite had one of those toilets that just sit out in the open--no building, but I couldn't find it in the dark. By the time I started digging a cathole, things were getting a little urgent. And I kept hitting rocks! Stressed me out!
@@chrislrob A pre dug cat hole is a pretty clever idea in and of itself. I think I may just add that to my tool belt sir. Thanks for commenting and thanks for watching. 🙂
The trowel as a spare peg is a cracking idea! Nice! In the past I've just broken a stick and jammed it into the ground. Hardwood like eucalypt here in AU makes for a rock solid peg! At one time I even thought to save the peg weight and just find sticks every camp....but then I remembered that I'm UL, not bushcraft!
The wooll is non flammable, so the hack doesn't work if your soks are 100% wooll. But you can sacrape anything made fomm cotton.
@@augustoconde1459 That's a good point. My socks work but they're a wool blend. I think most hiking socks are, but I probably should have made that clearer. Good call for pointing that out. Thanks for commenting and thanks for watching.🙂
Of course, it's a smart water bottle 😂
super useful, thank you!
Love these!
I use dryer lint for fire starter as well. Just make sure to use lint from purely natural cloth. Synthetic fibers won't help. I tend to just collect lint from bath towels that I typically launder separately.
Pillow + t-shirt trick is cool
Had to weigh my standard cheap poles, they are 188 grams each, so 40% heavier. Not sure what to make of that, but maybe after a long day it matters?
If I'm being completely honest I'm not sure that the trekkking polls by themselves being lighter will make much of a difference on their own. I think it makes a more significant difference as one thing in a long line of things that add up, when trying to lighten your load backpacking. Thanks for commenting and thanks for watching 🙂
@@EpicOutdoorz As they say, one pound on the feet is like five in the sack. Maybe same with the poles.
In-depth review? All that info is on their website. I really thought you had some tips and tricks.
been using trailheadz gear for awhile and never has let me down.
I've had one for a year and its been great. It's light as a feather and the design is very well thought out. It's smaller than my blackbird XLC and it definitely feels like it but its still been my go to since I got it. It's also great how small it packs.
Great review! I love that if they slip, you don't go all the way to the ground, since the bottom section is locked. But regardless, for the long term review it would be good to know if the top section slipped on you. I have seen in another review that they slipped, but only once, so would be good to know if its happening to others.
I appreciate the feedback. I'll be sure to note that in my long-term review. Thanks for commenting and thanks for watching 🙂
Dude, what are you doing to your poles? I am notoriously hard on things and constantly use my poles like machetes to whack overgrowth back from trails edges, and my Gossamer Gear 2-piece pair are still going strong from 2016! I had to buy Distance Z Carbons for travel around the same time and did wear the tips down to nubs and finally snapped the tip off one making a full-weight save on the Yosemite High Route last year. Did you kick them in half?
🤣 My distance Z Poles broke on a full weight save in a bushwack in Idaho on the PNT. As for the first pair on the Appalachian trail, I really don't know what to tell you. One just broke off at the end. The second pair was probably due to getting them stuck between rocks a lot in Pennsylvania. Maybe I'm just too heavy handed with my poles 🤣.
My GG poles broke first trip out and I had to order a new section. I dislocated a finger and had a pretty bad scrape from going down on the rocks when they broke off. Now I'm gun shy about relying on them. I've read of several other backpackers having the same issue with GG's poles. My first set lasted several years before wearing out. The newer ones are not reliable.
Check out fishing pole handle shrink tubing if you want to extend the handle grip lower. It's cheap, light, durable, easy to apply or remove, and comes in tons of colors, designs and textures. Just order for the desired interior diameter and cut to length.