I appreciate your respect for the past sir. I wholeheartedly agree with you when you mention the old timers knew what they were doing and had things pretty well figured out. Take care
Great video DC. I love that vintage Abercrombie bed roll. Very cool gear. Your a true modern mountain man. I'm fascinated by the vast depth & understanding of your outdoor knowledge. We're sure glad to have you.
My time in the NY national guard, living in the Adirondacks, created my bedroll. My poncho was the outermost layer, then my poncho liner and a wool blanket. I’d fill my poncho with leaves and armloads of pine needles and burrito myself with the blanket and poncho liner.
If it’s good enough for Zahn it’s good enough for us! I admit I’ve carried a roll similarly with the rope but was a bit dense and never thought about splitting the ropes and using them as backpack straps. Always learn something on these videos, thanks!
For anyone on the fence about buying the pathfinder air mattress… get one, it is by far the greatest addition to my kit.. I can personally attest to its comfort and its durability. The r value is perfect for any thing east of the Mississippi…
I had to design my Hobo Bedroll to satisfy my needs. Took a 26x103 inch PVC backed canvas and folded over canvas at head & foot end to create large pockets then saddle stitch pockets 1 inch on both sides to hold pockets in place, then turn it inside out so PVC was on outside and stitching inside pockets, now this is my 24x53 ground sheet. Then I stick a 40 inch torso pad in pockets plus stuff my down blanket, SOL bivy bag, jacket food in one of the pockets, roll it up with a polyester tarp inside. Secure Bedroll with Bushcraft Zipties using 1100 Paracord then attach 2 inch strap to carry Bedroll.
I always loved the movie stand by me where are the four boys traveled with their bedrolls. None of them had backpacks and you can see the variance in the economic status of each family based on how and what was in the roll but I did always find it interesting that they all chose to carry their stuff that way.
Interesting vid and seeing how older than me timers made it. Oil and tin cloth were key items. Glad we have progressed much farther along. I still like the old materials as they last but that Mondo King is the cat's meow when it comes to travel and even sleeping at home. I have Thermarests since they were first made in the early eighties that are still great. Keep off the ground with a barrier of some kind is critical then it doesn't take much to hold the body heat in and it has to breath to keep condensation down. Good production Happy New Year. Head south and don't freeze out above the river. From east KY USA all good.
Thanks for all the effort you go to research, experiment and explore ideas Dave. Something that draws you to a bedroll and have been wondering about some form of back pack straps or basket to carry, keen to see what you come up with…👍
You talked about a mark of a woodsman about how well they can sleep comfortably. That's a good measure. I also think about people who squared away in their gear how durable it is but also how that translates to weight saving. Philosophy and theory is very important. Giant topics!!!
I'm a hammock guy buy these PF Matt's, wool blankets.. but have a mss but I really am changing to cold camping on the ground in the winter and hammock I'm the summer... hmmm. Dang man... here we go again. I need the Matt, an underquilt, I could keep going.. but ya know! Great video!
8:33 in the film and TV production world we use 1/4 inch sash cord to do those exact weaves like that tumpline. I’m talking original sash cord that’s as much organic line as possible. A lot of what is sold today as sash cord is basically all synthetic and not very good. The stuff that we used often was either black or white and sold in 1/8”, 1/4”, 3/8” and 1/2”. But the two smallest diameters are what we used most. It was our throw away line. Kinda like how pathfinder uses tarred bank line. We used sash. Although the bank line does have stronger tensile ratings, it sometimes reacts badly against certain adhesives and all solvents. If you’re whipping a handle on something and there’s any type of petroleum base on the item sash won’t deconstruct like bank line is known to. If you use bank line up against Joe’s Sticky Stuff, butyl or double stick carpet tape, the tar starts melting over 3-6 months
Cool to see you're still using your Badger Bed from Born Outdoor! I bought one after your initial review and it's been the best money I've spent! They aren't cheap, but as you note, they just work and its great waking up in the morning and telling people that I slept great! I ordered their new wool blanket which I can wait to use this winter. Another ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ video!
Great and clear video. I miss info on the surface you sleep on. I mean the ground. That seems to be a challenge to me. Flat, sharp objects, wet, hill or valley, critters etc.
Fort Knox 1974. Army BCT & AIT, our bedroll was a shelter half, a inflatable air mattress & our sleeping bag. For rain protection the waterproof bag was used and the sleeping bag carrier harness kept it all together. It was called a tankers roll back then, Fort Knox was at that time the home of Armer
Well it has my mind going !!!........... I've been trying to decide how to build my bedroll with a few old wool blankets and a fleece and I think you just solved it !!........ Great and to the point.....very informative video !!
Hi Dave, If the U.S. gov't is determined to throw away billions of dollars on studying all sorts of things, I think they should easily throw a billion dollars at researching and developing how to make sleep systems and bed rolls that are far, far warmer, smaller, and lighter weight than anything we have ever seen. The groundpads especially take up so much space.
Thanks Dave! I had long forgotten about that bedroll backpack trick! The first time I saw that setup used was by a crunchy hippie at a music festival. He had a blanket, a pillow, and 2 cotton sheets. He twisted the sheets up and used them as pack straps pretty much the same way you used the lenght of rope. Solid reminder, and a great tip for the uninitiated!
Gum or gunn tar cloth? Im English and not heard of the description before, a mid giggle serch came up with multiple things. Could you explain what one is, please?
110 yr old bed roll and its still sorta usable, that's crazy ,high tech ultra modern stuff today won't last 10yrs even if its meticulously cared for! They made things way way better back then .🤯
Dave. I'm contemplating getting 1 of your inflatable pads. I have an inflatable Klymit insulated static V, rated to 4.4 R. It's pretty good . What would you say is the cold limit of your pad? Keep in mind I have a wool blanket and a swagman roll and an oilskin ground sheet. Pretty much the stuff you have shown. Gonna get 1 anyhow but I would love to hear your thoughts.
Dear Dave, At the start of the video with all the gear laid out on the table we see the Svante Freden reflector oven. Years ago you carried these for a time at the store, my question will you be carrying them again. Thanks in advance
I had an idea for you. If you make a baking stone for the PF M40. That would be so good. Maybe for the fry pan on that system. then it would be a rice cooker and good for other items.
Dave please re make that first bedroll system with modern fabrics to make a outfitters bedroll? An integrated air mattress with reflective base and waxed canvas maybe?
Dave... Your cat is the star of the show!
We did this at winter skills class two years ago and that’s when I decided that I really like bedroll camping. Thanks for the info brother!
My skillet arrived today! Thanks for all the strickers and extras.
Great video. I like to smooth it with a silk sheet. It's thin,smooth, and like the wool blankets stay warm when wet too.
I really appreciate you Dave, thanks for everything you've done for the community.
I appreciate your respect for the past sir. I wholeheartedly agree with you when you mention the old timers knew what they were doing and had things pretty well figured out. Take care
Great video DC. I love that vintage Abercrombie bed roll. Very cool gear. Your a true modern mountain man. I'm fascinated by the vast depth & understanding of your outdoor knowledge. We're sure glad to have you.
I suddenly imagined some uses for my old drop cloths from my years of painting. Great inspiration @Dave 👍
I am a simple man: I see a man taking himself and his video less seriously than being kind to his animals, I like 😊
That bedroll from 1900s is awesome, had no idea about that. The head cover is a great feature. Thanks for sharing dave
My time in the NY national guard, living in the Adirondacks, created my bedroll. My poncho was the outermost layer, then my poncho liner and a wool blanket. I’d fill my poncho with leaves and armloads of pine needles and burrito myself with the blanket and poncho liner.
Outstanding 👍best tutorial on bed rolls ive seen 👍 thank you for sharing 👍🇬🇧
Really enjoying these bedroll videos
If it’s good enough for Zahn it’s good enough for us! I admit I’ve carried a roll similarly with the rope but was a bit dense and never thought about splitting the ropes and using them as backpack straps. Always learn something on these videos, thanks!
For anyone on the fence about buying the pathfinder air mattress… get one, it is by far the greatest addition to my kit.. I can personally attest to its comfort and its durability. The r value is perfect for any thing east of the Mississippi…
I had to design my Hobo Bedroll to satisfy my needs. Took a 26x103 inch PVC backed canvas and folded over canvas at head & foot end to create large pockets then saddle stitch pockets 1 inch on both sides to hold pockets in place, then turn it inside out so PVC was on outside and stitching inside pockets, now this is my 24x53 ground sheet. Then I stick a 40 inch torso pad in pockets plus stuff my down blanket, SOL bivy bag, jacket food in one of the pockets, roll it up with a polyester tarp inside. Secure Bedroll with Bushcraft Zipties using 1100 Paracord then attach 2 inch strap to carry Bedroll.
I always loved the movie stand by me where are the four boys traveled with their bedrolls. None of them had backpacks and you can see the variance in the economic status of each family based on how and what was in the roll but I did always find it interesting that they all chose to carry their stuff that way.
very well done video sir ! you covered all the important points
The level of calm and ease that cat displayed shows Dave is a good guy. No cat would be that chill around a-hole.
This was most excellent good Sir.
Great review, that bedroll look like a great find.
I just got the log book. Looks good, thanks. I was waiting for the cat to jump up. Merry Christmas from Wisconsin
Great information. I have the Pathfinder bed sleeve and the air mattress. I might just have to give this a try
Good stuff Dave! Looking forward to meeting you at Hangcon.
Interesting vid and seeing how older than me timers made it. Oil and tin cloth were key items. Glad we have progressed much farther along. I still like the old materials as they last but that Mondo King is the cat's meow when it comes to travel and even sleeping at home. I have Thermarests since they were first made in the early eighties that are still great. Keep off the ground with a barrier of some kind is critical then it doesn't take much to hold the body heat in and it has to breath to keep condensation down. Good production Happy New Year. Head south and don't freeze out above the river. From east KY USA all good.
What an amazing, informative video Dave! Thanks so much.
Totally sold on that winter bedroll by the cat.
Awesome video Dave, thanks for sharing.
Excellent presentation. Kudos!!
Great video dave .
Timely, been in bedroll discussion with buddy's for several days
Dave is the king
GREAT video Dave! Thank you!👍
Hi Dave i am from Australia and i call all of them a swag i have a few different types of swags love the video
Thanks for all the effort you go to research, experiment and explore ideas Dave. Something that draws you to a bedroll and have been wondering about some form of back pack straps or basket to carry, keen to see what you come up with…👍
You talked about a mark of a woodsman about how well they can sleep comfortably. That's a good measure. I also think about people who squared away in their gear how durable it is but also how that translates to weight saving. Philosophy and theory is very important. Giant topics!!!
I'm a hammock guy buy these PF Matt's, wool blankets.. but have a mss but I really am changing to cold camping on the ground in the winter and hammock I'm the summer... hmmm. Dang man... here we go again. I need the Matt, an underquilt, I could keep going.. but ya know! Great video!
Great video! Thank you for sharing.
8:33 in the film and TV production world we use 1/4 inch sash cord to do those exact weaves like that tumpline. I’m talking original sash cord that’s as much organic line as possible. A lot of what is sold today as sash cord is basically all synthetic and not very good. The stuff that we used often was either black or white and sold in 1/8”, 1/4”, 3/8” and 1/2”. But the two smallest diameters are what we used most. It was our throw away line. Kinda like how pathfinder uses tarred bank line. We used sash. Although the bank line does have stronger tensile ratings, it sometimes reacts badly against certain adhesives and all solvents. If you’re whipping a handle on something and there’s any type of petroleum base on the item sash won’t deconstruct like bank line is known to. If you use bank line up against Joe’s Sticky Stuff, butyl or double stick carpet tape, the tar starts melting over 3-6 months
Cool to see you're still using your Badger Bed from Born Outdoor! I bought one after your initial review and it's been the best money I've spent! They aren't cheap, but as you note, they just work and its great waking up in the morning and telling people that I slept great! I ordered their new wool blanket which I can wait to use this winter. Another ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ video!
Love the cat❤. Great info as always
Cat aproved, im sold
Great video
Good stuff sir. I do preparedness seminars in Omaha. I've never seen your channel before but it looks good.
Great and clear video. I miss info on the surface you sleep on. I mean the ground. That seems to be a challenge to me. Flat, sharp objects, wet, hill or valley, critters etc.
Fort Knox 1974. Army BCT & AIT, our bedroll was a shelter half, a inflatable air mattress & our sleeping bag. For rain protection the waterproof bag was used and the sleeping bag carrier harness kept it all together. It was called a tankers roll back then, Fort Knox was at that time the home of Armer
Thanks Guys
Excellent vid, cheers 👍👍
Awwww, Zon. what a great cat. you can also have and adventure cat and allow them to sleep with you. tons of warmth!
Thanks for the video
Very interesting
Well it has my mind going !!!........... I've been trying to decide how to build my bedroll with a few old wool blankets and a fleece and I think you just solved it !!........ Great and to the point.....very informative video !!
Excellent information, thanks for sharing.
Hi Dave, If the U.S. gov't is determined to throw away billions of dollars on studying all sorts of things, I think they should easily throw a billion dollars at researching and developing how to make sleep systems and bed rolls that are far, far warmer, smaller, and lighter weight than anything we have ever seen. The groundpads especially take up so much space.
Thanks Dave! I had long forgotten about that bedroll backpack trick!
The first time I saw that setup used was by a crunchy hippie at a music festival. He had a blanket, a pillow, and 2 cotton sheets. He twisted the sheets up and used them as pack straps pretty much the same way you used the lenght of rope.
Solid reminder, and a great tip for the uninitiated!
Attic mylar is something i have been toying with. Under cot and under sleeping mats. No science here but seems to reflect heat well.
Neat stuff !!!
Cats are so awesome in UA-cam videos they like being around you recording!
Great information. Very explicit on the ontions.
I bought a waterproof sailcloth bedroll with wool sewn into the inside from savage industries i love it
Bush kitty steals the show again Dave. Maybe you could use him as a foot warmer in the bedroll lol.
A decent explainer 😸
Gum or gunn tar cloth? Im English and not heard of the description before, a mid giggle serch came up with multiple things. Could you explain what one is, please?
Loving these videos!!!
Ha Ha...love the cat 🐈. Great video
Good video Thank you, I have been camping with a bedroll for over 30 years now, and the 1700-1800' s bedroll is not much different either.
Earliest zipper on a sleeping bag was LL Bean in 1928. They were pretty much standard by 1935. But this does suggest yours is at least pre-1928
Thanks for the edification
Love dave!! He s awesome
Dave, ty
110 yr old bed roll and its still sorta usable, that's crazy ,high tech ultra modern stuff today won't last 10yrs even if its meticulously cared for! They made things way way better back then .🤯
The cowboys on cattle drives. Would use a mattress in their bedrolls. They were carried in the chuck wagon
I’ve covered this in past videos
Some of those old quilts probably filled with Kapok natural filling wihich use to also fill life vests.
That cat loves the hell out of you, Merry Xmas and thanks for the content
I think the cat is inside that bedroll..!!😂
Great American Video Freedom
Listening to your intro about bedrolls made me wonder, what the Roman army soldier used for a bedroll.
Any way we can get info on where to get or make our own browse bag? It seems easy enough. Just figured I’d ask if you have any resources.
i dig that tool roll you have laid out, is it a carving set or something else?
Love it!
Backpacking has really gone full circle with some of these with down quilts taking the place of sleeping bags these days
Would love to sew mine own 🫡
Hey Dave, could I use an over quilt inside a bedroll system?
Dave can you do a video on how you make charcoal char please?
Is it an optimum sleep?
Have a good time in Florida!
Dave. I'm contemplating getting 1 of your inflatable pads. I have an inflatable Klymit insulated static V, rated to 4.4 R. It's pretty good . What would you say is the cold limit of your pad? Keep in mind I have a wool blanket and a swagman roll and an oilskin ground sheet. Pretty much the stuff you have shown. Gonna get 1 anyhow but I would love to hear your thoughts.
I’ve only slept on it in the low 20’s so far
“Drink water from the spring where horses drink and lay your bed where the cat sleeps." 😂
Have you come across the Czech army bedroll, you can stuff an inflatable mat in that as well.
cool
If Zion says it's good, it's good! 🐱🐈🐈⬛
Dear Dave, At the start of the video with all the gear laid out on the table we see the Svante Freden reflector oven. Years ago you carried these for a time at the store, my question will you be carrying them again. Thanks in advance
They are hard to get in any quantity I am working on one now from a BSA model
I live in Florida, where are you going to be in Florida? Hangcon?
Hang Con
I had an idea for you. If you make a baking stone for the PF M40. That would be so good. Maybe for the fry pan on that system. then it would be a rice cooker and good for other items.
How much do these different bedrolls weight ?
Zan over here trying to advertise the bedroll for you.
Dave please re make that first bedroll system with modern fabrics to make a outfitters bedroll? An integrated air mattress with reflective base and waxed canvas maybe?
Thank you, Dave! What hat do you have on?
The cat felt obliged to visually demonstrate what a bedroll is really for...
Gott nytt ÅR .
As always, Zahn for the Oscar
with showing us how to properly lay in a bedroll. I hope I can meet both of y’all at a class someday!