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@@kc-me6wl glad to hear it was helpful! I’m an expat living in the States :)

@@walkingwithawookie1097 I had checked out your Mound Mountain video, since it was one of the only ones available on UA-cam haha!

@ Haha! I was going to stop by there again last month but the Temps were still in the low 90’s so I just stayed down in the Reavis Valley. You guys took the scenic route🥾

Thanks! Mystery solved, appreciate it!

@@richarde1355 good question. If you plan on wearing this for everyday use including in a business/commuting sense, going hoodles looks more conservative and is a better choice. However if this will be for strictly outdoor/hiking use, then hooded would be the way to go.

@@Aliessil I would consider the Atom more versatile than the Proton and for a wider range of conditions.

@@AndrewHillis-k9l if you’re concerned about this running too hot or if you’re in a more humid climate you could always go for the Beta SL. However it is very breathable and can be used year round for the most part.

@@KT-ty3uh it looks like vitality is not currently offered, but I imagine it will likely return again.

Just convert it online brother !

@@SLI1337 totally agree.

@@СмирновСтас-щ4р black sapphire.

@ thank you!!!

@@Ferdy-c8e it would work. But their Sabre collection is specifically designed with movement and snow sports features in mind: arcteryx.com/us/en/c/ski-snowboard

@@savrah that’s awesome, good luck with the EBC hike!

@@2mb3 that’s awesome, congrats!

Thank you!!

@@ianmartin1947 glad to hear it helped.

Glad to hear that point resonated. It’s a shame the negative stigma that trekking poles can carry. I’m hoping if I use them now, I won’t have to replace my knees later on!

@@lifehiker Exactly. 😉

@@alm7707, Camelback Mountain is located in the middle of the Phoenix metropolitan area, so yes.

Thanks, glad it was helpful!

Very helpful cheers 👍

@@johnganshow5536 thanks for sharing, always wondered what actually happened.

@@walkingwithawookie1097 thanks! Yep definitely no joke! I’ll keep this a “once in a few years” type hike.

@@andrewfalkiewicz8396 I have the large - I’m 6ft 200 pounds and this seemed to work fairly well for me. However, it’s no longer a pack I actively wear, my go-to for short day hikes is now the Black Diamond Distance 15, which I highly recommend.

​@@lifehiker hi, are you also size L in the distance 15?

@@bladesofmen yep size L, here’s my review of the Distance 15: ua-cam.com/video/82zYBFlcwSg/v-deo.htmlfeature=shared

@@lifehiker I'm curious ; I've watched both videos ; Is there a specific reason why you decided to switch to the Distance ? Anything bothersome with the Pursuit?

@ good question. Nothing particularly wrong with the Pursuit. Although I did sometimes feel like having a waistband was a little constraining for faster hiking. For quicker hiking, I’m enjoying the freedom and simplicity of the Distance.

@@KhurshidsChannel thank you very much!

This particular shoe has a label inside with “Made in China”. On their website they claim: Our factories in Italy manufacture about 60% of our products. Factories in China and Vietnam manufacture 28% and 12% respectively.

I have a pair of Salomon ultra 360 GTX and it says MADE IN CAMBODIA

@@MusclesfromB it’s definitely water resistant. For heavier rain I would put the contents in a plastic bag as an extra precaution.

@@lifehiker Thanks for the reply. I'm kinda looking for something more waterproof that is comfortable enough to have a quick run with

Id look at Hyperlite, their new fast pack looks ideal for this use case.

@@Sharetheroad3333 thanks for the feedback. The front storage, as I mentioned could accommodate up to a Nalgene bottle in terms of capacity. The sides are suitable only for trekking poles.

What I meant by up front storage is, both sides of the pack. Some packs have a zip pocket on one side and nothing on the other. I missed the Nalgene bottle comment. Are you saying a 32 ounce Nalgene could go up front?

- Timestamp 2:46: I mention the convenience of the side pockets, if one was zipped I would have definitely mentioned that. - Timestamp 3:02 I mention that I have been able to fit a Nalgene in the exterior pocket. One can infer I mean a 32 ounce bottle since that size is synonymous with the brand.

@@lifehiker yes. Nalgene means 32 ounce to me. Hence the reason I was clarifying. If it was a 32 ounce, was that comfortable? When I was talking about zippers, I am referring to the storage up front (on my person front). Some packs have twin sides on the vest. Some vests are different on each side. That’s the detail I am trying to get.

@@Sharetheroad3333it was comfortable in terms of the Nalgene fitting in the exterior pocket, the material is very stretchy. I usually use a hydration bladder with it rather than the bottle. One side of the front vest is zipped, the other side is not.

@@MCFCTheMadHatter, I sized up half a size and that seemed to be enough room for me. As far as the sole, it still seems to be holding up. Although if you’re a city runner mainly, the robustness of the Raptors might be overkill. You might want to look at a lighter shoe even, like the new Prodigio which I hear is fairly wide now too.

That’s really cool!

If you have any doubt that 12 liters won’t be enough I’d go with the Distance 15.

Thank you good sir! 👍

Do you have an AllTrails of the mountain you’re looking at hiking? I don’t know of a Pikes Peak in Arizona above 10k feet.

@@lifehiker Oops! I meant to say Humphrey's Peak. I was thinking of Pikes Peak when I was typing my comment because that is where I learned that at 10000 feet I started to get a headache. I think I will get that app before going out there. Thanks

@@moosefactory133, I think if you take your time and try acclimating to Flagstaff elevation for a day or two, then then going up Humphreys won’t be as bad.

I’d probably try a small for a tailored fit, but medium might allow for more layering. I usually buy multiple sizes and return one.

@@lifehiker I just watched another guy who is 5’8” and 125 lbs and wears an XS so maybe the small is the way to go for me

@@ethanmietzner5218 nice glad to hear you worked it out!

Yeah I’d say it is. Maybe more technical though.

Oh just you wait… it’ll be coming soon on the channel, thanks for watching :)

Hey man, so a narrow 2L fits pretty comfortably in the pack’s bladder netting but you could certainly experiment with a 3L. Usually I’ll throw a few of those 2Ls in if I’m doing a 10 mile hike. Here’s the one I have, there are probably more affordable options but so far this hasn’t leaked: a.co/d/9NnabGJ

Hey, thanks so much for your fast reply. Really useful!

@@TheIsanater any time!

That’s wild! Would love to experience that one day.

@@lifehiker It was beautiful and the craziest thing I’ve ever seen. Thanks for sharing your hike!

You definitely should! Bring a buddy though and plenty of water.

Yes I’ve done Battleship, here’s the video if interested: ua-cam.com/video/xyuEQl7DyVI/v-deo.htmlfeature=shared

Couldn’t agree more.

Hey, thanks a lot Peter! If you’re looking for one of Arizona’s toughest hikes, this is it. Likewise, you have also gained another subscriber 🙂. Your content has amazing production quality. Look forward to keeping up with your journey!

@@lifehiker Thanks Edward! I appreciate that. I've never climbed 4000 ft is one day, although I have gotten close at 3200 ft of elevation gain. I'm definitely interest in this hike in Arizona.

Yep BIG plus!!

Technically speaking, the Ultra Raptor don't have a rock guard but the well cushioned MEMlex EVA midsole and the EVA Enduranace Platform (on the non-GTX version only) make you feel as if there was a rock guard. I think the only La Sportiva long-distance running shoes having a sort of rock guard are the Jackal and Jackal II.

@@Labrador7, on their official site, they call it an “Endurance Platform EVA rock guard”. I suppose that could be misleading if it’s not actually a full rock guard. With all that said, I think it supplies some decent protection for longer hikes compared to other trail runner type shoes I’ve worn.

@@lifehiker I agree, the Endurance Platform insert is very comfortable. It's a shame it's not in the GTX version, on longer disances you clearly notice the difference.

That’s confidential, sorry