An informative video and i've learnt a lot from former army folk whom I've encountered on my Bushcraft journey. In my humble experience carrying a lot of kit comes down to lack of experience and thus confidence, the more you go out the more your skills improve and subsequently your confidence, thus the less you carry ~Peace~
Hi Zed and many thanks for taking some time out of your day to watch and comment on my video, it's really appreciated. I 100% agree on your observation around lack of experience + lack of confidence = heavy kit loads! I'd be interested in hearing what else you have learned from other 'old soldiers'? ;-)
@@TheBushcraftPadawan As an "old Soldier" I agree 100% with all the above. However, I pack is still fairly heavy compared to others this is for two reasons, 1) I carry a comprehensive dedicated First Aid Kit, which while not cumbersome or too heavy it adds weight the same way a full water bottle does. and 2) I have a Very high comfort level. I am fully aware I don’t need to carry as much as I do, and my skill set is such that I can leave a lot of kit I choose to carry at home. (An example of this is if I choose to sleep on the ground I would carry the same kit but leave my hammock, rigging and Underquilt at home that’s a saving of 1250grams and my main knife of choice is the BK2 an amazing knife but weighs approx. 500grams) where as a mora companion weighs only 125grams and can do almost as much. My sleeping bag is the Snugpack Osprey 12 I got it in almost 25 years ago and it’s still a great bag but weighs in at 2kgs, and my Bivvy bag is close to 500grams. Like you I have a lot of my military kit simply because it has proven to be constantly reliable in some extreme conditions.
@ Zed Outdoors yes true. But not gospel. I do and I know others that do similar carry a lot of stuff thaymts not essential. I carry ugg boots to wear in camp on a overnighter. I know others carry their 3kg plus favourite kacket for same reason. Some of us will bring the kitchen sink almost because we've done camping hiking for yrs and just like some comforts lol. But yes more you know less you need as a rule
Even though i agree with you some of the way, i must comment on the "the more you know, the less you carry". In Denmark, you are not allowed to have ANY fire at all for ANY reason, year round on public/crown land besides those fireplaces that are made at shelters, which many of them you need to book beforehand. So in the winter or if you are a cold sleeper, you are forced to carry layers of cloth and a bulky sleepingbag for our winters, -10 - -15 celcius is normal winter nights for us. So we cant use fire for heating, its not because we dont know. Neither are we allowed to build ANY structures AT ALL, no matter the size or shape, so in the summer, due to mosquitos and insane amounts of bugs and flies, you need to carry a netting or tent, in the summer we also have heavy dew during the night, so just a net is mostly a no go, unless you want to wake up wet. So we cant build anything form natural materials, its not because we dont know. Our streams and rivers are, in dense woodlands far from industry and cities, generally safe, but due to animal scat and such, water needs to be boiled, and for that you need to carry gear for that and a container, its not because we dont know. And as a former soldier myself, we carry gear because we simply need it, i have not carried a single item in 2½ years that i havent used. In the Army you dont have time to bushcraft a shelter, we use a tarpaulin, because its fast, easy and reliable. We only briefly touched knots, because elastic bands with a metal hook on it is faster, easier and more reliable, even after being wet, cold, tired and hungry on day 12 on exercise with cold, shaky and stiff fingers. We carry gas, alcohol or those tablets for heating food and water because its fast, easy and reliable. We carry filters for natural sources of water because its fast, easy and realiable. We carry thick sleepingbags and sleepingpads because its fast, easy and reliable. Its not because many people dont know how to use the resources around them, its often just because you are not allowed to for one reason or another. So saying that people carry a lot of gear because they dont know how to "bushcraft", is said out of ignorance.
That's great to hear people not bashing other people's kit or the choice of gear they use. Your kit is your kit and yours to carry. I have overpacked many times and I've brought gear out just to test or to learn to use better. Great kit and video
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Like your methodology. Don’t like all all the apologies for giving your opinions. That’s what UA-cam is all about showing what works for you. So crack on brother. And as an old USAF Sgt, there will always be standardized procedures for tasks and missions. Moving from that core individual choice based on experience is fine. People with less outdoors or dirt time may not always recognize or accept wisdom. Thanks for sharing. I just subd.
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Even here in the U.S., shows that they are not that experienced and want you to take with a grain of salt what they are advising. Like you say, the less the know, the more you carry, the more you know the less you carry. Look at what the pioneers and woodsman of 2 hundred and 3 hundred years ago carried. Far less than today. Just remember that all of life is a learning process. Thank you for very good videos. Take care and keep uploading them
It nice to see a sensible rucksack of stuff, it amazes me the amount of stuff folks carry since equipment got light. My stuff is basically unchanged in 40 plus years but used to be called camping back then. One assumes from your stuff you going to be in woodland, but I would carry the guts of my trangia and small bottle of meths just in case where you end up is not woody. Just use a hole in the ground and tent pegs as pot rest of some stones. I don't know if they still make it but I have my trusty Trangia candle light. It windproof and weighs nothing. Also a wire wood saw which can be used as a snare, nothing beats a fresh rabbit lol.
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Spot on, taking the shilling does give some advantages and experiences that make civilian hiking and camping more comfortable. Foot powder - takes me back :) The only addition I have is on first aid that does not get enough focus is steri - strips and how to use them. Not seen a bushcraft first aid video, might be worth a go?
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I have an old targus backpack that i had found in a dumpster at my apartment. Took it home and washed it. That was 12 years ago amd it was extremely well used 12 years ago. It has been my go to bag for everything overnight or weekend getaways. Every zipper still works perfectly and not a single tear or hole. I have a dozen other really nice military surplus as well as some good quality "tacticool" bags but i just prefer tge pocket layout of that little back pack. I have yet to find a suitable replacement for it.
Summer time in Florida- Hennessy hammock explorer for me / Expedition for my twelve year old. Klean Kanteens 40 oz. lightweight cook kit, woobie ( US military waterproof poncho liner) ponchos, fire kits, either MREs or Backpacker food, Oats for breakfast, instant coffee, one military canteen with cup and lid each, Looong spoon to eat out of pouches, Machetes and hatchets. We each carry a spare tshirt, long sleeve shirt. pants and three pair hiking socks(currently silver infused army socks) in a vacuum shrunk pack always. Other kit varies from month to month and we try out new kit each trip. one weekend a month starting Friday afternoon until Sunday. Winter time here temps do not get much below 40 degrees F so a sleeping pad and bag inside the hammocks works fine.
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If this video is meant as an inspiration, not as a directive, than there is no reason for excuses! Everybody is free to reject, copy or adapt the shown gear! So thank you for sharing your thoughts and loadout!
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Thanks for posting this. I’ve been looking for someone on here that believes in minimal gear for overnighters. This was very helpful. Greetings from America.
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I just discovered your site and I'm happy. As one of my fellow Canadian says, «the more you know, the less you carry», Mors Kochanski, and I totally agree with that. I'll add, the more you're sure of yourself, the less you need things to secure yourself. Anyway, I will add four things: a mirror (which is on my compass) - a GI style canteen cup stove, which weighs nothing, which is fixed on my GI cup and which is perfect to contain a small fire, or to use with my little trangia - my old and faithful zippo - a repellent to Sasquatch, it stinks but it works, I never crossed the beast
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Oh ive subbed watch all your gear. I have a caveat. At times I do carry comfort luxury items lol. A yr later rewatching because I like this pack of yours and I have a old canvas swag. Rewatching some vids before with packs I like. Im going to attempt to sew my own custom pack lol
Your videos are always well thought out. As you say, as a former soldier this is an area where you have great expertise. You have the confidence in your equipment to not have loads of back up. That's my problem, it was when I was in the OTC, and it is now. I take nearly as much as you do for a summer overnighter for a 2 hour bumble!
Good content. I use a 1.5ltr stainless steel water bottle to heat water on, I normally carry a light weight baking tray with a single match and tea light candle incase wood is wet makes it ten times easier getting fire. I will normally carry packed noodles and porridge for emergency food. But I will fish with hooks and line or use Hawthorn and make a line and lay a trap as a back up. Plus the berries, pine and nettle tea. I'll carry either an axe or two knives one being a wood knife and a meat knife only because I don't want to try and gut a rabbit with a blunt knife. And tarpaulin, with some paracord. I dont have a compass, how I overlooked that was seriously dumb lol
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Great kit Craig, definitely have what you need to cover you base's. Every kit is so personal and everyone likes different things. Good to see what you get along with out there in the woods
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A superb factual tutorial - really well constructed .Im returning to bush craft/ wilderness training after a gap of many years and have just discovered the delights of you tube .... and to be quite frank im a tad stunned on the rubbish on here ` Survival experts - former U.S ranger etc` doing tutorials about their ` bug out bag & load out kit` they pack for emergency situations, some guys carrying 2 axes, two folding saws, 3 knifes.... shampoo !. These guys are not survival experts but ` kit experts` they are loosing the old school survival / bush craft skills ? Every thing you need to survive 72 hours in the UK. in moderate to cold weather conditions you can carry in a british army PLCE pouch and that's another of my gripes people are hiding behind money- not skills a 60 dollar Maxpedition E.D.C pouch will not save you life !! its 90 % knowledge and skills 10% kit. One of the first skills I learned back in the 1970`s was how to make hot rocks from the fire then burying them under the soil a couple of inches to sleep on cudnt afford a sleeping bag made do with a blanket and kip mats wern`t invented then ! If I may I would like to add a few points please , Firstly the myth that its safe to consume untreated water off the area , this is a point that really needs pushing with younger or new starter people in our hobby, I would not drink untreated water any where in the UK bringing water up to the boil will not make it safe you need to roll /boil it for at least five minutes , you really must proper boil it if you have no filter system ,this is based on over 30 years wild camping / expeditions I have been on and many conversations with army doctors, any where there are animals is a massive risk, If you get a dose of liver fluke you will think its the end of the world , U can get in your sleeping bag at night feeling fine and 6 hours later you will think your going to die - you will be in so much pain you will not be able to even crawl remember you may well be on your own. One last point as a former medic what I am seeing lot in these bushcraft kit films people carry too big a first aid kit then it becomes a nuisance them gets left behind you have the exact right balance if I may make a few of suggestions please ? carry a strong clear polythene bag about 7 inches wide that you can get your hand in up the the elbow a very common accident is scolding / burns from cooking whilst tired ( this is why I hate hooped bivis you need a tarp you can sit up in when cooking - seen to many guys fall asleep in to their stoves ) if you burn your hand it will be agony you will need to keep it in water at least an hour ,this is not an over reaction its the one item that cant be found any where in your kit when you really need one , a large trauma field dressing is an absolute MUST but not in your first aid kit in your trouser leg pocket if you ever need to use it for real in a major bleed you must access it in 8 seconds people don`t tend to die bleeding to death direct in a major injury they see the massive bleed they then pass out with the shock of all the blood then bleed to death whilst unconscious , oh an carry a thermometer great way of judging if a member of your group is ill lip balm is another must but use it daily as a preventative not a cure if you lips get it bad in arctic or desert condition you will not be able to eat - even drink and that's really not good. - and learn how to take a pulse one of the best medic skills u can learn study all the different rhythms as this really can help you with an injured person. Really glad I have found your vids so honest and refreshing a return to old school skills best wishes ,Michael.
The method of presentaion and conetnts of this lesson, I do enjoy and not only of this video. In part maybe being ex military myself. Whats more I do like to watch how others make their presnetaions as a remind for the does and don't of mine. As a woodlnads teacher here in Germany. So Thank you and keep up the good work.
My summer kit is the twin of this (complete with the Rab bivi and NeoAir), except I tend to carry a water filter too, and four light metal tent pegs. I'm often out where there is not a lot of spare wood around to make pegs for the tarp; there is lots of water but it needs treatment, and chlorine does not spark joy.. I usually carry just a mess tin and metal cup, but am truly loving the billy can set up here. Appeciated.
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Hi Craig off course i appreciate your effort to cher your knowledge and personal journey in this subject. I like your monthly 24 hours “ videos with your personal goals to at hives. I would also like to see more kit or gear subjects. Although bushcraft isn’t about kit it still fascinate my what ours bring with them in to the woods. A specially under different circumstances which choices do they make and why.
The problem with the tarp is that is doesn't keep the bugs off of you. You may appreciate that I carry the British bivy with a 3' by 4' bug net to make a little bug tent for my head. My kit is really a day pack with provision for overnight if that should be needed, so it is really minimalist. If I knew I was staying out I would bring a light tent.
Hi Laurie Lee thank you for taking the time to drop by and watch/ comment on my video. You're quite right that they tarp itself doesn't act as a barrier to insects however here in the UK (other than in Scotland at certain times of the year) the bug problem really isn't that much of an issue. I tend to find a good layer of insect repellent does the job - even overnight. Of course if I were travelling in areas then I would look to you something similar to the bug headnet you describe, or even a full-body insect net - unfortunately I don't get to travel to those regions anymore ☹️ Thanks also for adding your own items to this thread, I hope other people find it is useful. If you've found my channel useful please considering subscribing.
I'd like to carry light , but living in the heat of northern Australia I have to carry at least 4 litres of water for an overnighter . Enjoyed your vid .
Hi there and thank you for taking the time to drop by my channel, it's really appreciated. During the winter months I most definitely carry a head torch however during the Summer I tend to find that I'm asleep waaaay before it actually gets dark! 💤 I can imagine water is much more of a challenge to yourself in your part of the world than it is in mine.
Great video, informative and very clear. The kit was just about what is absolutely needed for a couple of days when you can rely on the weather forecast and it nice to compare to. Thanks
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Just poking around at old vids. One thing I ALWAYS carry, no matter what (day hike, overnight, whatever), dry socks and a T shirt. Just one change. If you are damp at night, you will be miserable. Dry socks are imperative. You could probably get by without a T shirt, but, its nice to have a fresh shirt in the morning :)
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A very well video, looking at what you need to be comfortable and not much more. You don't need to carry the whole house with you, just what you need to sleep and eat well, like what our ancestors did in the 1700s, Keep up the good work and looking forward to more videos from you.
Very enjoyable and provocative video...urging us to rethink those heavy kits. It's a work in progress since turning 70 (now 71) and giving up the long treks and getting into bushcraft. On my first outing my pack weighed 47 pounds or 21 kilos, totally ridiculous. Lesson by lesson, my packs got smaller and so did my load outs. My present bushcraft pack, a Norwegian Army Rucksack, is packed for a trip into the Monongahela National Forest of West Virginia and the load out is 26 pounds (4.5 pounds or 2 kilos for the NAR alone) or just under 12 kilos, including 2 liters of water and food for three days. I'm tool-heavy with an 18" axe 1.5lb head, a Silkie Gomboy saw, a Gerber Strongarm full tang blade in a kydex sheath with a Gerber Suspension multi-tool kit affixed to the kydex. Plus I have a slingshot kit with a kilo of 3/8" ammo. It is for protection only as I don't like to carry firearms while backpacking. My shelter is a MARPAT tarp and the hammock is a Snugpak jungle version with the inclusive bug net. I use a 90/10 wool blanket rather than a sleeping bag. My "backside" will be insulated with a car window reflector. Extra clothes include an extra pair of merino wool socks, beanie and a shemagh. This summer I have done overnighters with a Rothco haversack with total load out of under nine pounds or 4 kilos. It covers all the 5 c's: military poncho for my shelter, SOL bivy, military canteen with 1 quart (about a liter) of water, fire kit (Bic, storm proof matches and cotton balls saturated with petroleum), food for two meals, an ALOCS alcohol stove, 8oz of fuel (burn more for warmth than food), a 55gl contractor bag (filled with leaves makes a great mattress), a Gerber Suspension multi-tool, ferro rod and a first aid kit plus a Ziploc bag with 6 wet wipes (usually only 3 are needed). On my person is a Swiss Army Rangergrip 178, a leather holster with a slingshot, a leather pouch with a pound of ammo, cell phone, a compass, a whistle, Rite in the rain notepad, a pen and a high lumen penlight.
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You are an excellent instructor. You pose questions to the viewer which makes them think. I weighed all my packs (I'm nearing 70) gathered over the years on the hill. Guess what? The lighest by far were the oldest (1960's). They are the simplest and most efficient in my opinion. No whistles and bells. Glad you said you were in July in S. England, think your pack might be a wee bit heavier up here in N. Scotland. Crack on lad, more power to you. McIntyre.
It is funny how soldiers think alike no matter where they are in the world. Light infantry medic, well as light as the infantry can get. I also carry the same type of setup. I get in trouble with my CO because I carry some "unauthorized" gear, but he didn't complain when his stuff got wrecked and I helped him out with my tarp. Good stuff.
Kenneth Brun I agree. I think anybody who spends a significant period of time living out of their pack under austere conditions can relate to anybody else who's done the same. Don't forget to subscribe if you'd like to see more from my channel.
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Just subbed your channel Paul. I'M also learning. I've been hunting, fishing, and camping my whole life. Into prepping and honing survival skills and having fun doing it.Thanks Tennessee
I think the same thing many times but there seems to be more of a trend to use vintage or older technology gear in bushcraft versus lightweight or minimalist camping. I think that maybe just do what suits you best. That’s what I do.
Hi James and thanks for watching. I think you've hit the nail on the head, like I said in the video I wasn't down on people that choose to carry lots of gear, I just wanted to show a perspective on what I carried.
Nice lite kit for an any day walkabout. I carry more because I like a few personal items, camp in the forests of New Hampshire (different climate and ecosystem) and have a few bushcraft hobbies (whittling). Would add a headlamp, Sawyer filter and some bankline-so very useful. Thanks for showing us your kit. Liked and subbed.
Thanks for watching and commenting, it's really appreciated as is your sub. You make a good point about the backline/cordage. I always carry a hank of paracord, but completely forgot to take it out of my pocket for the video.... D'oh!!!
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Some American bushcrafters carry handguns, so they can feel safe out there. Personally, I'm rarely involved in firefights on the mountain, so what gives me security is carrying extra food with me.
Nice one Craig, no bells and whistles. I'm not a fan of the summer, to hot for my liking, especially this summer. Though I do enjoy carrying the lighter load that summer offers. Thanks for sharing, mate, take care.
Hey man i love your Kit.. i have been looking at tons of gear and as i go through the gauntlet of gear and video, i have managed to come up with a philosophy but not a pack. I love your Kit in total, well done. it is very similar to my vision of quick carry. I would add a little #36 bank line to make tripods to hang pots from ect.. Really well though out, pared down, compact and efficient i am going to emulate your pack example with my own versions. Your pack has confirmed my thoughts and ideas. Keep it up!
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Jolly good show, mate ! Very thoughtful to plan your kit around the weather. I always try to do that. I think it is a really complete kit. Maybe a head lamp ? Maybe insect repellent ? Anyway, Thank you very much and good luck !
Hi Thomas and thanks for watching it's really appreciated. I rarely carry a head torch in the Summer as I'm often asleep waaaay before gets dark ;-). I do indeed carry insect repellant and showed it stowed in the top outer pocket on my daysack. Don't forget to sub if you think you'd like to see more of my channel, cheers!
Awesome video, my son loves the outdoors and this is something I'd like to get into with him. Having a spinal injury I don't want to be carrying to much so keeping the weight down and just carrying what we need (essentials) is quite important. Soooo lots of UA-cam videos before next summer in the UK. Thanks 👍
Thank you for the feedback, it's really appreciated 👍. I'm glad you found the video useful, don't forget what I said in the video about the fact that almost every piece of kit that I showed probably has a much lighter alternative available if lightweight is a really important factor for you. Happy Youtubing!
@@TheBushcraftPadawan thanks, light weight is top of the list. Also my son in nearly 5 so he won't won't to carry much before he gives it to me to carry haha.
Excellent video Craig! Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge and experience on packing for an overnight. I’m definitely one of those guys who packs way too much lol. Appreciate your ideas I can use moving forward. Thanks my friend! Doug
Hey Doug, thanks for dropping by, I hope you're keeping well? I'm glad you enjoyed the video and found it useful, was there any idea in particular that you found useful?
Thanks for sharing Craig - great to see different takes on this. I'm no bushcraft expert, but it always seems to me the more experience we get, the more equipment is replaced by knowledge (and confidence), so your years of outdoor-sleeping as a soldier are probably paying dividends your back and shoulders will appreciate! Great minimal kit for a wooded area where you can safely/ legally build open fires! Cheers!
Hi Martin and thank you for contributing to the discussion. My back and shoulders may be enjoying the break, but my knees are paying for it! (6 knee ops to date!).
Must admit to being a newbie of the world of bushcrafting but your videos make a lot of sense. I need to find a suitable location to me in the Cheshire area to begin my bushcraft journey. Brill video again so pleased I found the channel and started going through your earlier vids. To answer your challenge question, the only extra I’d take would be a headtorch. Not exactly bushcraft I know but a necessity on my overnighters on the hills. ATB Andy
Good video....I'm a basic 10c kinda person which you are pretty much covering....but I would have a little more extra corsage and a headlamp....but like I said it was a good video
Thanks for dropping by and commenting, it's easy appreciated. In terms of the additional cordage you suggested I have many, many metres of it permanently attached to my tarp so I know I don't need it for shelter erection / that I have a reasonable amount if I need it for something else. Good call on the headtorch, I usually only take one with me in winter as I normally use a candle / phone torch during the lighter Spring/Summer months but I do now carry a headtorch in my daysack. Stay safe 👍
Great Vid my friend! Well thought out kit! Kits are personal mine might may Vary base on individual preferences and need, But you definitely have all the bases covered! I'm really liking your channel! May the Force be with you! Bcb
I had to come check you out after your comment on the Vidiq stream! Also a solider, just like me I served 6 years in the US Army. God watching this brings me back hahah the *Anti* Mosquito cream we had seemed to attract them xD
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Great video Mr. Taylor. I’m surprised I missed it last year. Maybe I was in an adventure when you posted this one at any rate the only thing I can see where we’re of differing opinion is the first aid kit. I carry a few different items and less than you. That said it’s just a point of interest not a dig. Thank you for posting this video.
My kit for an overnighter. Dutch army poncho, makes a bivvy. Exped air matress (ultra light) Sleepingbag Cooking pot Several ways to make fire That's it. Sharpening stone? Really? But then again i'm wild camping for a quarter of a century now. :))
Romin van der Meiden Hi Romin and thanks for sharing your own overnight kit. Don't you get thirsty/hungry not taking any water/food? The DC4 isn't specifically 'overnight kit' as such, it's just what I carry as a norm anytime I take a knife out with me. Well done on the 25 years of wild camping, you've almost caught up with my 28 (since 1990). 😉
The Bushcraft Padawan Hi, Offcourse i bring food and water but didn't consider it as being "kit" And i forgot to mention a headlight. :)) But with this setup it shouldn't be too cold or wet, it is a bare minimum wich you can take with you on any small hike or bike. (Avid bicycle trekker me) :))
Hi Anders and thanks for watching. I don't know about 'normal blokes' 😉 but if you search on eBay for 'British Army jungle sleeping bag' you'll find lots of them and *very* cheap. If you can't find any on your local eBay, let me know and I can try and get one and send it to you from the UK.
Hi there and thanks for watching and commenting. I'm fortunate enough that where I have a local permission I'm able to light an open fire, but for those occasions where I'm not able to / am travelling 'fast', a stove would be part of my thinking/planning. What sort of stove(s) do you use yourself?
I'm a big fan of alcohol burners as they are light, can use them anywhere and cool down reasonably quickly to be packed away again. Sometimes carry a gasification twig burner that fits perfectly inside the zebra billy can though. Great content on you channel, you have inspired me to sign up for Paul Kirtley's tree identification masterclass as well.
I've been slowly switching out my military gear piece by piece and moving towards ultralight gear. You can make some big saving on weight and bulk by swapping out the big 4 (Rucksack, Mat, Bag, Tent/Tarp) for UL alternatives. I've switched out my cook kit for titanium too which is a massive saving. The UL stuff needs a bit more care, but who the heck isn't looking after their kit anyway?
I can highly recommend 3F'S UL Tarp (aliexpress) for example. It's the same size as the DD but packs down to the size of a coke can (fits in your pocket!) and weighs practically nothing. Coupled with some UL cordage too
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Hi Vlad, as I'm sure you're aware 'wild camping' here in England can be a contentious issue. I made a video a little while ago to help out those folks who may be trying to gain permission, I hope it is of use to you. ua-cam.com/video/4i0AiqME87E/v-deo.html
Hi Craig! My kit looks pretty much the same (in terms of which kind of gear I take). But I am not taking foot powder and my DC4 with me. Not for just one day/night. For a longer trip it's another story. What I take with me is a Swiss Army Knife (as a small backup and for food-preparation), a headlamp and a small bag with cordage (paracord, bankline and jute twine). Though (or better "indeed" ???) you got me thinking about a bivvy bag to keep my sleeping bag dry and clean. ATB André
Andre Börsch Hi Andre and thanks for dropping by, it's always interesting to read your insights so thanks for commenting again on this video. Let me know how you get on if you are looking at bivvy bags.
Hi again and thank you for answering my comment (as always)! I forgot to mention that some toiletpaper and a toothbrush with toothpaste is nice to have for an overnighter. ;-) For a little dayhike I leave these things at home. I'm not sure, if you already told us which bivvy you use. But it would be nice, if you have any suggestions. Have a great week! André
Andre Börsch Hi Andre, if you check the card/link that appears when I talk about my jungle sleeping bag it will take you through to a more detailed breakdown of my sleeping system which takes a closer look at the bivvy bag.
Well, my pack will be bigger than yours because I love my hammock, I will sleep on the ground if I have to but not for fun, so my kit load out gets bug could with the fact I have a bouncing bomb bag, but I love your cooking kit must look into one of those budddy
Steve Mc Dermott Ah yes, the good old bouncing bomb!!! If you compare that to the jungle bag (in the current UK weather conditions) then there's an obvious weight/space saver straight away.
Hi Jon, I certainly do take a headtorch in the autumn / winter when the daylight hours are shorter, but tbh I'm usually tucked up in my bag in the Summer way before the dark arrives. I also have a candle in my firestarting tin and of course there's always the torch on my phone if I really needed light.
The Bushcraft Padawan thanks for taking the time to reply! I can completely see (sic) where you’re coming from in 99.9% of summer situations. There was one camp a couple of years ago I was glad of my headlamp; I was camping in a place I know well, close to where I live, and visited many times. I got a call from the wife in the wee hours with an issue that required my coming home. As I said, I know the area well, but it’s an overgrown abandoned quarry in the middle of a high Derbyshire Moor. Steep drops, twisting woodland paths, and a couple of miles romp over the Moor to where I parked the car. Perhaps with your nighttime navigation skills it wouldn’t of been an issue lol, but I was certainly glad of the light.
First of all, really good video. Well voiced, well shot. Couple of comments, meant constructively and I hope you take them that way. When you say foot powder, what to you mean? You obviously know, I suspect it might be either athletes foot powder or talc? When you say, this sort of food, give us a list. Always good to get examples. Final thought. You've put the 2 pouches on the back. Whilst I've seen a lot of ex-military do that, would it not be better to add side pockets, then the weight is not further out? 1 canteen = 1kg and that's out as far from your back as the pack would let it be.
Always great to get a peak at someone elses set up. Would be interested to see an update 4yrs on to see how (if!) your system has changed. Does the army sleep system generally involve sleeping fully clothed? I got that impression when I started out with a BF Arctic bag. Or do the clothes come off and merinos go on? Thanks.
I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Thank you for watching. In terms of the sleep attire, it very much depended on the operational tempo at that time. On some occasions we might be able to strip down to our underwear, on others it might require a base layer to be worn and on other occasions you might be sleeping pretty much fully clothed. Of course the guiding principle was to sleep in dry and therefore warm clothing and to save any damp/wet/dirty clothing for once you've got back out of your bag again.
Hi Andy and thanks for watching. My toilet/wash kit was in the small DPM pouch that I held up. I rarely carry a headtorch in the Summer as I'm usually fast asleep by the time it eventually gets dark 😉 If you check out my "hacking your sleeping system" video you'll see that I have a workaround so that I don't have to wander around in the dark for a pee! I'm entertaining the idea of a smaller tarp, however there are some occasions when I take my son and daughter out with me so the extra space is a real benefit.
Been on the hill man and boy getting past it now. As youngsters we would "obtain" a large catering tin, punch a hole either side and use a length of wire from a coathanger as the swingin' arm. That was our billy can. An old pair of leather gardening gloves were good for pulling things out of the campfire. Really good vid mate. I've subd. Ex-forces long before your time. McIntyre Scotland
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Nice kit and like you’ve said HYOH. What I do different is that in 95% of times I sleep in my hammock for me nothing beats that. I was wondering why a canteen and a billy and why 2 bottles? I bring 1 canteen 1 bottle (1ltr) and 1 platypus water sack and for drinking a folding cup xl. Interested in your choices. Keep up your channel 👍🏼
Hi Alex, I take two water bottles as one would only provide me with 1 litre of water. I'm not a fan of hydration bladders; I used several when I was in the Army and way or another, they always let me down 😒
No digs, everyone is different and have different needs. In U.S. DEPENDING on where your are kits very, suggestion repair items ( safty pins, tape, paper clips, and flagging tape ( not so much for you but if a " fall " people know where to look) pick it up on way back ) How ever you server in military and said a lie, you carry the gear they tell you to ,, just like the rest of us. Good kit.
Craig it was this video that had me on the hunt. It even has the compression sack. Winter covered with a New Carinthia Defence 4 Sleeping bag. Summer the jungle plus liner.
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Hey fella, how are you keeping? Glad you liked the video. My head and heart are still up for the SDW, however they're having a hard time convincing my left knee at the moment ☹️
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well said. but don't feel the need to preface your opinion with the statement of not judging or ribbing on anyone. Stick to your opinion and carry it proudly. if it's valid then it will hold it's weight. your video and attitude show that you are genuine. When we always preface everything we say nowadays about how we don't want to offend anyone with what we're about to say; then I think that takes away from that actual thing we want to talk passionately about...and you are clearly passionate and proud about what you want to talk about. about your method. I'm on the same wave length. My theory is that everyone should be able to recite every item in their kit with ease. if you can't name every item in your pack and it's use without looking at it, then the kit should be re-evaluated.
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@@TheBushcraftPadawan yeah the portion control and the pasta mushrooms oil, fish, been using those freeze dried meals that taste just OK, I'm just starting out with cycle camping, weight ain't that a big deal for me with using a bike, just super interesting and understandable, trying to get body weight down to 183lb from 205lb
@@arconox Hi Mat, if you check out my latest video you'll see that I go into a little more detail about the one pot meal that I briefly mentioned above.
Hi Matt and thanks for taking the time to watch and comment it's really appreciated. Other than the Mora I show in the video, carrying a pocket knife just isn't really a *thing* for most folks here in the UK, I know that for some people it's part of their day-to-day carry but I just never got into that space. I also work from home 😉. Certainly when I was in the Army I used to carry a Leather on my belt.
The Bushcraft Padawan that's fine, but I am asking about where your kite is. Why go into the backcountry if you can't fly a kite in a beautiful place? My kite is always, and I mean ALWAYS in my pack. Such wonderful therapy to let it ride the wind in picturesque places; wild, carefree, relaxing, simple. You need a kite!
Morning buddy 😁. The weather has been good over the past weeks. Your right bud, I hope winter kit is Away an summer is used. All the light stuff. Still carry it in the burgen. Love that bag. Keep it up mate your doing great. ATB Andy
An informative video and i've learnt a lot from former army folk whom I've encountered on my Bushcraft journey. In my humble experience carrying a lot of kit comes down to lack of experience and thus confidence, the more you go out the more your skills improve and subsequently your confidence, thus the less you carry ~Peace~
Hi Zed and many thanks for taking some time out of your day to watch and comment on my video, it's really appreciated. I 100% agree on your observation around lack of experience + lack of confidence = heavy kit loads!
I'd be interested in hearing what else you have learned from other 'old soldiers'? ;-)
@@TheBushcraftPadawan As an "old Soldier" I agree 100% with all the above. However, I pack is still fairly heavy compared to others this is for two reasons, 1) I carry a comprehensive dedicated First Aid Kit, which while not cumbersome or too heavy it adds weight the same way a full water bottle does. and 2) I have a Very high comfort level. I am fully aware I don’t need to carry as much as I do, and my skill set is such that I can leave a lot of kit I choose to carry at home. (An example of this is if I choose to sleep on the ground I would carry the same kit but leave my hammock, rigging and Underquilt at home that’s a saving of 1250grams and my main knife of choice is the BK2 an amazing knife but weighs approx. 500grams) where as a mora companion weighs only 125grams and can do almost as much. My sleeping bag is the Snugpack Osprey 12 I got it in almost 25 years ago and it’s still a great bag but weighs in at 2kgs, and my Bivvy bag is close to 500grams. Like you I have a lot of my military kit simply because it has proven to be constantly reliable in some extreme conditions.
@@Nathan-H 100% excellent advice
@ Zed Outdoors yes true. But not gospel. I do and I know others that do similar carry a lot of stuff thaymts not essential. I carry ugg boots to wear in camp on a overnighter. I know others carry their 3kg plus favourite kacket for same reason. Some of us will bring the kitchen sink almost because we've done camping hiking for yrs and just like some comforts lol. But yes more you know less you need as a rule
Even though i agree with you some of the way, i must comment on the "the more you know, the less you carry".
In Denmark, you are not allowed to have ANY fire at all for ANY reason, year round on public/crown land besides those fireplaces that are made at shelters, which many of them you need to book beforehand.
So in the winter or if you are a cold sleeper, you are forced to carry layers of cloth and a bulky sleepingbag for our winters, -10 - -15 celcius is normal winter nights for us.
So we cant use fire for heating, its not because we dont know.
Neither are we allowed to build ANY structures AT ALL, no matter the size or shape, so in the summer, due to mosquitos and insane amounts of bugs and flies, you need to carry a netting or tent, in the summer we also have heavy dew during the night, so just a net is mostly a no go, unless you want to wake up wet.
So we cant build anything form natural materials, its not because we dont know.
Our streams and rivers are, in dense woodlands far from industry and cities, generally safe, but due to animal scat and such, water needs to be boiled, and for that you need to carry gear for that and a container, its not because we dont know.
And as a former soldier myself, we carry gear because we simply need it, i have not carried a single item in 2½ years that i havent used.
In the Army you dont have time to bushcraft a shelter, we use a tarpaulin, because its fast, easy and reliable.
We only briefly touched knots, because elastic bands with a metal hook on it is faster, easier and more reliable, even after being wet, cold, tired and hungry on day 12 on exercise with cold, shaky and stiff fingers.
We carry gas, alcohol or those tablets for heating food and water because its fast, easy and reliable.
We carry filters for natural sources of water because its fast, easy and realiable.
We carry thick sleepingbags and sleepingpads because its fast, easy and reliable.
Its not because many people dont know how to use the resources around them, its often just because you are not allowed to for one reason or another.
So saying that people carry a lot of gear because they dont know how to "bushcraft", is said out of ignorance.
That's great to hear people not bashing other people's kit or the choice of gear they use. Your kit is your kit and yours to carry. I have overpacked many times and I've brought gear out just to test or to learn to use better. Great kit and video
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Like your methodology. Don’t like all all the apologies for giving your opinions. That’s what UA-cam is all about showing what works for you. So crack on brother. And as an old USAF Sgt, there will always be standardized procedures for tasks and missions. Moving from that core individual choice based on experience is fine. People with less outdoors or dirt time may not always recognize or accept wisdom. Thanks for sharing. I just subd.
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Even here in the U.S., shows that they are not that experienced and want you to take with a grain of salt what they are advising. Like you say, the less the know, the more you carry, the more you know the less you carry. Look at what the pioneers and woodsman of 2 hundred and 3 hundred years ago carried. Far less than today. Just remember that all of life is a learning process. Thank you for very good videos. Take care and keep uploading them
It nice to see a sensible rucksack of stuff, it amazes me the amount of stuff folks carry since equipment got light. My stuff is basically unchanged in 40 plus years but used to be called camping back then. One assumes from your stuff you going to be in woodland, but I would carry the guts of my trangia and small bottle of meths just in case where you end up is not woody. Just use a hole in the ground and tent pegs as pot rest of some stones. I don't know if they still make it but I have my trusty Trangia candle light. It windproof and weighs nothing. Also a wire wood saw which can be used as a snare, nothing beats a fresh rabbit lol.
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nice overnight summer bag,
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Good presentation, well thought out. The more you know the less you carry the less you suffer. Safe journeys.
Spot on, taking the shilling does give some advantages and experiences that make civilian hiking and camping more comfortable. Foot powder - takes me back :) The only addition I have is on first aid that does not get enough focus is steri - strips and how to use them. Not seen a bushcraft first aid video, might be worth a go?
I reckon you checked all the boxes amigo!...nice kit Craig...cheers!...woods
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Very humble, well spoken & nice kit. Thanks for sharing. - Marco
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I have an old targus backpack that i had found in a dumpster at my apartment. Took it home and washed it. That was 12 years ago amd it was extremely well used 12 years ago. It has been my go to bag for everything overnight or weekend getaways. Every zipper still works perfectly and not a single tear or hole. I have a dozen other really nice military surplus as well as some good quality "tacticool" bags but i just prefer tge pocket layout of that little back pack. I have yet to find a suitable replacement for it.
Summer time in Florida- Hennessy hammock explorer for me / Expedition for my twelve year old. Klean Kanteens 40 oz. lightweight cook kit, woobie ( US military waterproof poncho liner) ponchos, fire kits, either MREs or Backpacker food, Oats for breakfast, instant coffee, one military canteen with cup and lid each, Looong spoon to eat out of pouches, Machetes and hatchets. We each carry a spare tshirt, long sleeve shirt. pants and three pair hiking socks(currently silver infused army socks) in a vacuum shrunk pack always. Other kit varies from month to month and we try out new kit each trip. one weekend a month starting Friday afternoon until Sunday. Winter time here temps do not get much below 40 degrees F so a sleeping pad and bag inside the hammocks works fine.
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Thank you for uploading. A lot of good advice. Well spoken, easy to follow and humble too.
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If this video is meant as an inspiration, not as a directive, than there is no reason for excuses! Everybody is free to reject, copy or adapt the shown gear! So thank you for sharing your thoughts and loadout!
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Thanks for posting this. I’ve been looking for someone on here that believes in minimal gear for overnighters. This was very helpful. Greetings from America.
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I just discovered your site and I'm happy. As one of my fellow Canadian says, «the more you know, the less you carry», Mors Kochanski, and I totally agree with that. I'll add, the more you're sure of yourself, the less you need things to secure yourself. Anyway, I will add four things: a mirror (which is on my compass) - a GI style canteen cup stove, which weighs nothing, which is fixed on my GI cup and which is perfect to contain a small fire, or to use with my little trangia - my old and faithful zippo - a repellent to Sasquatch, it stinks but it works, I never crossed the beast
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Just found your channel. You got me within a few minutes. Ex Armed Forces, no need to carry extra useless crap. Subscribed👍
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Oh ive subbed watch all your gear. I have a caveat. At times I do carry comfort luxury items lol. A yr later rewatching because I like this pack of yours and I have a old canvas swag. Rewatching some vids before with packs I like. Im going to attempt to sew my own custom pack lol
Your videos are always well thought out. As you say, as a former soldier this is an area where you have great expertise. You have the confidence in your equipment to not have loads of back up. That's my problem, it was when I was in the OTC, and it is now. I take nearly as much as you do for a summer overnighter for a 2 hour bumble!
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I use a 1.5ltr stainless steel water bottle to heat water on, I normally carry a light weight baking tray with a single match and tea light candle incase wood is wet makes it ten times easier getting fire. I will normally carry packed noodles and porridge for emergency food. But I will fish with hooks and line or use Hawthorn and make a line and lay a trap as a back up. Plus the berries, pine and nettle tea. I'll carry either an axe or two knives one being a wood knife and a meat knife only because I don't want to try and gut a rabbit with a blunt knife. And tarpaulin, with some paracord. I dont have a compass, how I overlooked that was seriously dumb lol
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Great kit Craig, definitely have what you need to cover you base's. Every kit is so personal and everyone likes different things. Good to see what you get along with out there in the woods
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Thanks for the video. Nice job. Only thing I might consider for warm weather is a hammock.
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Good advice. Thanks for sharing.
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A superb factual tutorial - really well constructed
.Im returning to bush craft/ wilderness training after a gap of many years and have just discovered the delights of you tube .... and to be quite frank im a tad stunned on the rubbish on here ` Survival experts - former U.S ranger etc` doing tutorials about their ` bug out bag & load out kit` they pack for emergency situations, some guys carrying 2 axes, two folding saws, 3 knifes.... shampoo !. These guys are not survival experts but ` kit experts` they are loosing the old school survival / bush craft skills ? Every thing you need to survive 72 hours in the UK. in moderate to cold weather conditions you can carry in a british army PLCE pouch and that's another of my gripes people are hiding behind money- not skills a 60 dollar Maxpedition E.D.C pouch will not save you life !! its 90 % knowledge and skills 10% kit. One of the first skills I learned back in the 1970`s was how to make hot rocks from the fire then burying them under the soil a couple of inches to sleep on cudnt afford a sleeping bag made do with a blanket and kip mats wern`t invented then !
If I may I would like to add a few points please , Firstly the myth that its safe to consume untreated water off the area , this is a point that really needs pushing with younger or new starter people in our hobby, I would not drink untreated water any where in the UK bringing water up to the boil will not make it safe you need to roll /boil it for at least five minutes , you really must proper boil it if you have no filter system ,this is based on over 30 years wild camping / expeditions I have been on and many conversations with army doctors, any where there are animals is a massive risk, If you get a dose of liver fluke you will think its the end of the world , U can get in your sleeping bag at night feeling fine and 6 hours later you will think your going to die - you will be in so much pain you will not be able to even crawl remember you may well be on your own.
One last point as a former medic what I am seeing lot in these bushcraft kit films people carry too big a first aid kit then it becomes a nuisance them gets left behind you have the exact right balance if I may make a few of suggestions please ? carry a strong clear polythene bag about 7 inches wide that you can get your hand in up the the elbow a very common accident is scolding / burns from cooking whilst tired ( this is why I hate hooped bivis you need a tarp you can sit up in when cooking - seen to many guys fall asleep in to their stoves ) if you burn your hand it will be agony you will need to keep it in water at least an hour ,this is not an over reaction its the one item that cant be found any where in your kit when you really need one , a large trauma field dressing is an absolute MUST but not in your first aid kit in your trouser leg pocket if you ever need to use it for real in a major bleed you must access it in 8 seconds people don`t tend to die bleeding to death direct in a major injury they see the massive bleed they then pass out with the shock of all the blood then bleed to death whilst unconscious , oh an carry a thermometer great way of judging if a member of your group is ill lip balm is another must but use it daily as a preventative not a cure if you lips get it bad in arctic or desert condition you will not be able to eat - even drink and that's really not good. - and learn how to take a pulse one of the best medic skills u can learn study all the different rhythms as this really can help you with an injured person. Really glad I have found your vids so honest and refreshing a return to old school skills best wishes ,Michael.
The method of presentaion and conetnts of this lesson, I do enjoy and not only of this video. In part maybe being ex military myself. Whats more I do like to watch how others make their presnetaions as a remind for the does and don't of mine. As a woodlnads teacher here in Germany. So Thank you and keep up the good work.
My summer kit is the twin of this (complete with the Rab bivi and NeoAir), except I tend to carry a water filter too, and four light metal tent pegs. I'm often out where there is not a lot of spare wood around to make pegs for the tarp; there is lots of water but it needs treatment, and chlorine does not spark joy.. I usually carry just a mess tin and metal cup, but am truly loving the billy can set up here. Appeciated.
Thx for your video. I always enjoying watching your honest videos. Keep up the good work
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Hi Craig off course i appreciate your effort to cher your knowledge and personal journey in this subject. I like your monthly 24 hours “ videos with your personal goals to at hives. I would also like to see more kit or gear subjects. Although bushcraft isn’t about kit it still fascinate my what ours bring with them in to the woods. A specially under different circumstances which choices do they make and why.
The problem with the tarp is that is doesn't keep the bugs off of you. You may appreciate that I carry the British bivy with a 3' by 4' bug net to make a little bug tent for my head. My kit is really a day pack with provision for overnight if that should be needed, so it is really minimalist. If I knew I was staying out I would bring a light tent.
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You're quite right that they tarp itself doesn't act as a barrier to insects however here in the UK (other than in Scotland at certain times of the year) the bug problem really isn't that much of an issue. I tend to find a good layer of insect repellent does the job - even overnight.
Of course if I were travelling in areas then I would look to you something similar to the bug headnet you describe, or even a full-body insect net - unfortunately I don't get to travel to those regions anymore ☹️
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I'd like to carry light , but living in the heat of northern Australia I have to carry at least 4 litres of water for an overnighter . Enjoyed your vid .
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During the winter months I most definitely carry a head torch however during the Summer I tend to find that I'm asleep waaaay before it actually gets dark! 💤
I can imagine water is much more of a challenge to yourself in your part of the world than it is in mine.
Nice video. Would be really good to see a kit list and where you pack it in the description though.
Great video, informative and very clear. The kit was just about what is absolutely needed for a couple of days when you can rely on the weather forecast and it nice to compare to. Thanks
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Just poking around at old vids. One thing I ALWAYS carry, no matter what (day hike, overnight, whatever), dry socks and a T shirt. Just one change. If you are damp at night, you will be miserable. Dry socks are imperative. You could probably get by without a T shirt, but, its nice to have a fresh shirt in the morning :)
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A very well video, looking at what you need to be comfortable and not much more. You don't need to carry the whole house with you, just what you need to sleep and eat well, like what our ancestors did in the 1700s, Keep up the good work and looking forward to more videos from you.
Very enjoyable and provocative video...urging us to rethink those heavy kits. It's a work in progress since turning 70 (now 71) and giving up the long treks and getting into bushcraft. On my first outing my pack weighed 47 pounds or 21 kilos, totally ridiculous. Lesson by lesson, my packs got smaller and so did my load outs. My present bushcraft pack, a Norwegian Army Rucksack, is packed for a trip into the Monongahela National Forest of West Virginia and the load out is 26 pounds (4.5 pounds or 2 kilos for the NAR alone) or just under 12 kilos, including 2 liters of water and food for three days. I'm tool-heavy with an 18" axe 1.5lb head, a Silkie Gomboy saw, a Gerber Strongarm full tang blade in a kydex sheath with a Gerber Suspension multi-tool kit affixed to the kydex. Plus I have a slingshot kit with a kilo of 3/8" ammo. It is for protection only as I don't like to carry firearms while backpacking. My shelter is a MARPAT tarp and the hammock is a Snugpak jungle version with the inclusive bug net. I use a 90/10 wool blanket rather than a sleeping bag. My "backside" will be insulated with a car window reflector. Extra clothes include an extra pair of merino wool socks, beanie and a shemagh. This summer I have done overnighters with a Rothco haversack with total load out of under nine pounds or 4 kilos. It covers all the 5 c's: military poncho for my shelter, SOL bivy, military canteen with 1 quart (about a liter) of water, fire kit (Bic, storm proof matches and cotton balls saturated with petroleum), food for two meals, an ALOCS alcohol stove, 8oz of fuel (burn more for warmth than food), a 55gl contractor bag (filled with leaves makes a great mattress), a Gerber Suspension multi-tool, ferro rod and a first aid kit plus a Ziploc bag with 6 wet wipes (usually only 3 are needed). On my person is a Swiss Army Rangergrip 178, a leather holster with a slingshot, a leather pouch with a pound of ammo, cell phone, a compass, a whistle, Rite in the rain notepad, a pen and a high lumen penlight.
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Great bit of kit mate! Thanks for sharing! Cheers!
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I did Sir!
In the Woods with Bigfoot You're a 🌟, thank you.
Can't knock you mate good vid keep them coming
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@@TheBushcraftPadawan I have subscribed my friend ,thanks
You are an excellent instructor. You pose questions to the viewer which makes them think. I weighed all my packs (I'm nearing 70) gathered over the years on the hill. Guess what? The lighest by far were the oldest (1960's). They are the simplest and most efficient in my opinion. No whistles and bells. Glad you said you were in July in S. England, think your pack might be a wee bit heavier up here in N. Scotland. Crack on lad, more power to you. McIntyre.
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Thanks for sharing.
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It is funny how soldiers think alike no matter where they are in the world. Light infantry medic, well as light as the infantry can get. I also carry the same type of setup. I get in trouble with my CO because I carry some "unauthorized" gear, but he didn't complain when his stuff got wrecked and I helped him out with my tarp. Good stuff.
Kenneth Brun I agree. I think anybody who spends a significant period of time living out of their pack under austere conditions can relate to anybody else who's done the same. Don't forget to subscribe if you'd like to see more from my channel.
Oh, that happened right after I watched. Watched a few more, You put out good information. Keep it rocking.
Good video. Cheers
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Excellent video. I carry pretty much the same kit give or take. I’m experimenting with mosquito netting.
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Just subbed your channel Paul. I'M also learning. I've been hunting, fishing, and camping my whole life. Into prepping and honing survival skills and having fun doing it.Thanks Tennessee
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Well done friend!
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I think the same thing many times but there seems to be more of a trend to use vintage or older technology gear in bushcraft versus lightweight or minimalist camping. I think that maybe just do what suits you best. That’s what I do.
Hi James and thanks for watching. I think you've hit the nail on the head, like I said in the video I wasn't down on people that choose to carry lots of gear, I just wanted to show a perspective on what I carried.
Nice lite kit for an any day walkabout. I carry more because I like a few personal items, camp in the forests of New Hampshire (different climate and ecosystem) and have a few bushcraft hobbies (whittling). Would add a headlamp, Sawyer filter and some bankline-so very useful. Thanks for showing us your kit.
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Thanks for watching and commenting, it's really appreciated as is your sub. You make a good point about the backline/cordage. I always carry a hank of paracord, but completely forgot to take it out of my pocket for the video.... D'oh!!!
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Some American bushcrafters carry handguns, so they can feel safe out there. Personally, I'm rarely involved in firefights on the mountain, so what gives me security is carrying extra food with me.
Thanks for dropping by. Thankfully my days of being anywhere near a firefights, whether it's in the mountains or elsewhere are long behind me 😉 😂.
Nice one Craig, no bells and whistles. I'm not a fan of the summer, to hot for my liking, especially this summer. Though I do enjoy carrying the lighter load that summer offers. Thanks for sharing, mate, take care.
That's because you're a Scotsman fella! The moment the ice thaws, you're breaking out the sunscreen 😉
Yeah mate, im counting down the days for Autumn coming in. Hopefully see a white winter like the one I missed at beginning of the year.
Hey man i love your Kit.. i have been looking at tons of gear and as i go through the gauntlet of gear and video, i have managed to come up with a philosophy but not a pack. I love your Kit in total, well done. it is very similar to my vision of quick carry. I would add a little #36 bank line to make tripods to hang pots from ect.. Really well though out, pared down, compact and efficient i am going to emulate your pack example with my own versions. Your pack has confirmed my thoughts and ideas. Keep it up!
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Jolly good show, mate ! Very thoughtful to plan your kit around the weather. I always try to do that. I think it is a really complete kit. Maybe a head lamp ? Maybe insect repellent ? Anyway, Thank you very much and good luck !
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I always wondered what happened to that bloody daysack…
You done a fine job! Have a good day.
Awesome video, my son loves the outdoors and this is something I'd like to get into with him. Having a spinal injury I don't want to be carrying to much so keeping the weight down and just carrying what we need (essentials) is quite important. Soooo lots of UA-cam videos before next summer in the UK. Thanks 👍
Also I'm a new subscriber 👍
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@@TheBushcraftPadawan thanks, light weight is top of the list. Also my son in nearly 5 so he won't won't to carry much before he gives it to me to carry haha.
1500 subs! great job, I will be watching.
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Excellent video Craig! Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge and experience on packing for an overnight. I’m definitely one of those guys who packs way too much lol. Appreciate your ideas I can use moving forward. Thanks my friend! Doug
Hey Doug, thanks for dropping by, I hope you're keeping well? I'm glad you enjoyed the video and found it useful, was there any idea in particular that you found useful?
Lovely kit brother
Enjoyed watching and subscribing to u sir ..
Love from a fellow woodsman
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Thanks for sharing Craig - great to see different takes on this. I'm no bushcraft expert, but it always seems to me the more experience we get, the more equipment is replaced by knowledge (and confidence), so your years of outdoor-sleeping as a soldier are probably paying dividends your back and shoulders will appreciate! Great minimal kit for a wooded area where you can safely/ legally build open fires! Cheers!
Hi Martin and thank you for contributing to the discussion. My back and shoulders may be enjoying the break, but my knees are paying for it! (6 knee ops to date!).
Must admit to being a newbie of the world of bushcrafting but your videos make a lot of sense. I need to find a suitable location to me in the Cheshire area to begin my bushcraft journey. Brill video again so pleased I found the channel and started going through your earlier vids.
To answer your challenge question, the only extra I’d take would be a headtorch. Not exactly bushcraft I know but a necessity on my overnighters on the hills. ATB Andy
Good video....I'm a basic 10c kinda person which you are pretty much covering....but I would have a little more extra corsage and a headlamp....but like I said it was a good video
Thanks for dropping by and commenting, it's easy appreciated.
In terms of the additional cordage you suggested I have many, many metres of it permanently attached to my tarp so I know I don't need it for shelter erection / that I have a reasonable amount if I need it for something else.
Good call on the headtorch, I usually only take one with me in winter as I normally use a candle / phone torch during the lighter Spring/Summer months but I do now carry a headtorch in my daysack.
Stay safe 👍
Great Vid my friend! Well thought out kit! Kits are personal mine might may Vary base on individual preferences and need, But you definitely have all the bases covered! I'm really liking your channel!
May the Force be with you!
Bcb
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Excellent video. Informative and thought provoking. Thank you. Subbed you too
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Nice one Craig, I always take too much, but usually it's food and booze not kit 😂
It's a touch choice to make! ;-) Thanks for watching and commenting.
I had to come check you out after your comment on the Vidiq stream! Also a solider, just like me I served 6 years in the US Army. God watching this brings me back hahah the *Anti* Mosquito cream we had seemed to attract them xD
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Great vid mate
Thanks for taking the time to watch in comment it's really appreciated. Was there any particular aspect of the video that you found useful?
A photon checked into a hotel, the receptionist asked "does sir have any luggage" the photon replied "no I'm travelling light"
Badummm Tschhhh! 😉
Hi mate
Just came by your video,no nonsense stuff 👍
Great video Mr. Taylor. I’m surprised I missed it last year. Maybe I was in an adventure when you posted this one at any rate the only thing I can see where we’re of differing opinion is the first aid kit. I carry a few different items and less than you. That said it’s just a point of interest not a dig. Thank you for posting this video.
My kit for an overnighter.
Dutch army poncho, makes a bivvy.
Exped air matress (ultra light)
Sleepingbag
Cooking pot
Several ways to make fire
That's it.
Sharpening stone? Really?
But then again i'm wild camping for a quarter of a century now. :))
Romin van der Meiden Hi Romin and thanks for sharing your own overnight kit.
Don't you get thirsty/hungry not taking any water/food?
The DC4 isn't specifically 'overnight kit' as such, it's just what I carry as a norm anytime I take a knife out with me.
Well done on the 25 years of wild camping, you've almost caught up with my 28 (since 1990). 😉
The Bushcraft Padawan
Hi,
Offcourse i bring food and water but didn't consider it as being "kit"
And i forgot to mention a headlight. :))
But with this setup it shouldn't be too cold or wet, it is a bare minimum wich you can take with you on any small hike or bike.
(Avid bicycle trekker me) :))
any tips on where a normal bloke might be able to pick up that lightweight jungle sleeping bag mate? looked really nice
Hi Anders and thanks for watching. I don't know about 'normal blokes' 😉 but if you search on eBay for 'British Army jungle sleeping bag' you'll find lots of them and *very* cheap. If you can't find any on your local eBay, let me know and I can try and get one and send it to you from the UK.
Hi Craig, good overnight bag, I would have to add a stove of some description but other than that, looks spot on.
Hi there and thanks for watching and commenting. I'm fortunate enough that where I have a local permission I'm able to light an open fire, but for those occasions where I'm not able to / am travelling 'fast', a stove would be part of my thinking/planning. What sort of stove(s) do you use yourself?
I'm a big fan of alcohol burners as they are light, can use them anywhere and cool down reasonably quickly to be packed away again. Sometimes carry a gasification twig burner that fits perfectly inside the zebra billy can though. Great content on you channel, you have inspired me to sign up for Paul Kirtley's tree identification masterclass as well.
I've been slowly switching out my military gear piece by piece and moving towards ultralight gear. You can make some big saving on weight and bulk by swapping out the big 4 (Rucksack, Mat, Bag, Tent/Tarp) for UL alternatives. I've switched out my cook kit for titanium too which is a massive saving. The UL stuff needs a bit more care, but who the heck isn't looking after their kit anyway?
I can highly recommend 3F'S UL Tarp (aliexpress) for example. It's the same size as the DD but packs down to the size of a coke can (fits in your pocket!) and weighs practically nothing. Coupled with some UL cordage too
I think I'd freeze to death with your kit, even in July :)
LOL, what country are you in Martin?
I live on the Isle of Wight. I have always been a cold sleeper.@@TheBushcraftPadawan
I use the K.I.S.S ... Keep It Simple Stupid . Great video mate. Subbed
Hi Rick, I'm a big fan of KISS myself, far too many people overcomplicate things 😉.
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this is all very cool. i got lots of gear, box of knives etc. but the main question is: where to wild camp?? is lake district good idea ?
Hi Vlad, as I'm sure you're aware 'wild camping' here in England can be a contentious issue. I made a video a little while ago to help out those folks who may be trying to gain permission, I hope it is of use to you.
ua-cam.com/video/4i0AiqME87E/v-deo.html
The Bushcraft Padawan
Thanks. But i ll stick to stealth camping and common sense:)
Hi Craig! My kit looks pretty much the same (in terms of which kind of gear I take). But I am not taking foot powder and my DC4 with me. Not for just one day/night. For a longer trip it's another story. What I take with me is a Swiss Army Knife (as a small backup and for food-preparation), a headlamp and a small bag with cordage (paracord, bankline and jute twine). Though (or better "indeed" ???) you got me thinking about a bivvy bag to keep my sleeping bag dry and clean. ATB André
Andre Börsch Hi Andre and thanks for dropping by, it's always interesting to read your insights so thanks for commenting again on this video. Let me know how you get on if you are looking at bivvy bags.
Hi again and thank you for answering my comment (as always)! I forgot to mention that some toiletpaper and a toothbrush with toothpaste is nice to have for an overnighter. ;-) For a little dayhike I leave these things at home.
I'm not sure, if you already told us which bivvy you use. But it would be nice, if you have any suggestions. Have a great week! André
Andre Börsch Hi Andre, if you check the card/link that appears when I talk about my jungle sleeping bag it will take you through to a more detailed breakdown of my sleeping system which takes a closer look at the bivvy bag.
I nearly killed myself carrying a load of junk with me last time so I'm very interested in seeing this vid
Steve Mc Dermott Cheers Steve, glad you found it useful. Was there anything in particular that stood out for you?
Well, my pack will be bigger than yours because I love my hammock, I will sleep on the ground if I have to but not for fun, so my kit load out gets bug could with the fact I have a bouncing bomb bag, but I love your cooking kit must look into one of those budddy
Steve Mc Dermott Ah yes, the good old bouncing bomb!!! If you compare that to the jungle bag (in the current UK weather conditions) then there's an obvious weight/space saver straight away.
The thing is there, I love my bouncing bomb, I want to be really toasty!! Even too toasty 😁
Nice vid. Surprised you don’t take a torch/headlamp tbh, something I wouldn’t like to be without on an overnighter. Cheers pal, have a great weekend
Hi Jon, I certainly do take a headtorch in the autumn / winter when the daylight hours are shorter, but tbh I'm usually tucked up in my bag in the Summer way before the dark arrives. I also have a candle in my firestarting tin and of course there's always the torch on my phone if I really needed light.
The Bushcraft Padawan thanks for taking the time to reply! I can completely see (sic) where you’re coming from in 99.9% of summer situations.
There was one camp a couple of years ago I was glad of my headlamp; I was camping in a place I know well, close to where I live, and visited many times. I got a call from the wife in the wee hours with an issue that required my coming home. As I said, I know the area well, but it’s an overgrown abandoned quarry in the middle of a high Derbyshire Moor. Steep drops, twisting woodland paths, and a couple of miles romp over the Moor to where I parked the car. Perhaps with your nighttime navigation skills it wouldn’t of been an issue lol, but I was certainly glad of the light.
First of all, really good video. Well voiced, well shot.
Couple of comments, meant constructively and I hope you take them that way.
When you say foot powder, what to you mean? You obviously know, I suspect it might be either athletes foot powder or talc?
When you say, this sort of food, give us a list. Always good to get examples.
Final thought. You've put the 2 pouches on the back. Whilst I've seen a lot of ex-military do that, would it not be better to add side pockets, then the weight is not further out? 1 canteen = 1kg and that's out as far from your back as the pack would let it be.
Always great to get a peak at someone elses set up. Would be interested to see an update 4yrs on to see how (if!) your system has changed. Does the army sleep system generally involve sleeping fully clothed? I got that impression when I started out with a BF Arctic bag. Or do the clothes come off and merinos go on? Thanks.
I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Thank you for watching.
In terms of the sleep attire, it very much depended on the operational tempo at that time.
On some occasions we might be able to strip down to our underwear, on others it might require a base layer to be worn and on other occasions you might be sleeping pretty much fully clothed.
Of course the guiding principle was to sleep in dry and therefore warm clothing and to save any damp/wet/dirty clothing for once you've got back out of your bag again.
@@TheBushcraftPadawan Many thanks for the reply
bathroom kit? headlamp (and batteries) for 2am trips to bathroom :) Change DD 3x3 for DD solo tarp.
Hi Andy and thanks for watching. My toilet/wash kit was in the small DPM pouch that I held up. I rarely carry a headtorch in the Summer as I'm usually fast asleep by the time it eventually gets dark 😉 If you check out my "hacking your sleeping system" video you'll see that I have a workaround so that I don't have to wander around in the dark for a pee!
I'm entertaining the idea of a smaller tarp, however there are some occasions when I take my son and daughter out with me so the extra space is a real benefit.
Yes, the smaller tarp is just for my solo adventures...just about identical kit, so everything fits in 30l pack
Nice billy can. It looks like its never been used!! LOL
_On the contrary_ ! It gets a metal scourer then a dishwasher cycle after every trip - old habit's die hard!😉
On the contrary Bob, it's been used many, many times I just make sure it goes through the dishwasher when I get home from a trip.
Been on the hill man and boy getting past it now. As youngsters we would "obtain" a large catering tin, punch a hole either side and use a length of wire from a coathanger as the swingin' arm. That was our billy can. An old pair of leather gardening gloves were good for pulling things out of the campfire. Really good vid mate. I've subd. Ex-forces long before your time. McIntyre Scotland
Please consider adding:
Whistle
Headlamp
Map
Trowel and toilet paper
Poncho (it is pretty wet in our forests)
Otherwise looks great!
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I see you like swedish stuff..
Nice video, very useful stiff
Cheers!
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Nice kit and like you’ve said HYOH.
What I do different is that in 95% of times I sleep in my hammock for me nothing beats that.
I was wondering why a canteen and a billy and why 2 bottles?
I bring 1 canteen 1 bottle (1ltr) and 1 platypus water sack and for drinking a folding cup xl.
Interested in your choices. Keep up your channel 👍🏼
Hi Alex, I take two water bottles as one would only provide me with 1 litre of water. I'm not a fan of hydration bladders; I used several when I was in the Army and way or another, they always let me down 😒
Take a look at the evenew bladders there bot the standaard bladders.
And me one big plus the saywer screen on
No digs, everyone is different and have different needs. In U.S. DEPENDING on where your are kits very, suggestion repair items ( safty pins, tape, paper clips, and flagging tape ( not so much for you but if a " fall " people know where to look) pick it up on way back ) How ever you server in military and said a lie, you carry the gear they tell you to ,, just like the rest of us. Good kit.
You start off by saying said "no digs" and then in the same comment accuse me of being a liar??!!
@@TheBushcraftPadawan Liar was a joke sorry also having served you sergent didn't care how comforable you were with your pack and you made no digs.
Just won on eBay a 2003 unused Jungle Sleeping Bag £13:50💪🏻
Got a silk liner
YaY 👍🏻
That's a decent lightweight/low bulk setup you've just bagged yourself - nice one 👍
Craig it was this video that had me on the hunt. It even has the compression sack. Winter covered with a New Carinthia Defence 4 Sleeping bag.
Summer the jungle plus liner.
0:59 Not everyone's 'overnighter' involves hiking. There's canoes and pick 'em up trucks too!
CONGRATS on passing 1300 subs !!!!! way to go !!!! nice selection of items!!! I have the 16 cm billy can, is yours a 14?
What regiment were you in mate? Cool vids btw very direct. I dont miss the miles of tabbing the army indured.was 2 royal anglian myself
Great vid. Thanks for sharing. I noticed that your tarp is just stuffed into the pouch. Do you not find that if it's folded, it takes up less space?
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I'm not a fan of folding my tarp as I believe that continued 'folding' (usually along the same lines) leads to long term damage in the fabric itself. I also find that 'stuffing' the tarp allows me to set up / pack away more quickly as outlined in this video ua-cam.com/video/jjjkjg1Ql7U/v-deo.html
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Hello buddy, great vid mate. Like your kit load out. Still up for the sdw walk, you will need a bit more kit than that though 👍
Hey fella, how are you keeping? Glad you liked the video. My head and heart are still up for the SDW, however they're having a hard time convincing my left knee at the moment ☹️
I'm easy mate, whenever you think your ready just let us know buddy, next year late spring could be good
High, there are new super-lightweight-pegs from a company called Swisspiranha Possible that model RT120 is something for you. Kindly Fiete
Thanks for sharing, much appreciated. Most of the time now I fashion my own pegs from the materials around me.
Cracking video and daysack; love the mods. Was waiting for the mess tins and hexy to make an appearance 😉. A subscribe from me. Cheers Sel
Hi Sel, thankfully the hexy/mess tin days are loooong gone 😉. I appreciate you taking the time out of your day to watch, comment and subscribe, cheers! 👍
And subbed 👍🏻
Very kind of you indeed, thank you.
Do you do anything differently with your overnight kit?
The Bushcraft Padawan
Heck no am even a bigger noobie then you my friend
Am still learning and watching
J
The Suffolk Jay Not a bad place to start!!
well said. but don't feel the need to preface your opinion with the statement of not judging or ribbing on anyone. Stick to your opinion and carry it proudly. if it's valid then it will hold it's weight. your video and attitude show that you are genuine. When we always preface everything we say nowadays about how we don't want to offend anyone with what we're about to say; then I think that takes away from that actual thing we want to talk passionately about...and you are clearly passionate and proud about what you want to talk about.
about your method. I'm on the same wave length. My theory is that everyone should be able to recite every item in their kit with ease. if you can't name every item in your pack and it's use without looking at it, then the kit should be re-evaluated.
Hi jay kimble and many thanks for taking the time to drop by my channel, watch and comment, it's really appreciated.
I hear what you're saying, but I'm always mindful that the "I'm offended Brigade" are only a click away, so I was trying to defuse the issue before it became one 😉
I like your thought about being able to recite the kit from memory, even 13 years after leaving the Army I can still name the kit I carried in my belt order and even where it was located! LOL!
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cracking info, I've got a few better ideas from your food section now, cheers pal
Thanks Matt, that's good to hear. Was there anything specific from the food section you took away?
@@TheBushcraftPadawan yeah the portion control and the pasta mushrooms oil, fish, been using those freeze dried meals that taste just OK,
I'm just starting out with cycle camping, weight ain't that a big deal for me with using a bike, just super interesting and understandable, trying to get body weight down to 183lb from 205lb
@@arconox Hi Mat, if you check out my latest video you'll see that I go into a little more detail about the one pot meal that I briefly mentioned above.
I must have missed the pocket kite. Certainly you never leave home without it? I know I don't!
Hi Matt and thanks for taking the time to watch and comment it's really appreciated. Other than the Mora I show in the video, carrying a pocket knife just isn't really a *thing* for most folks here in the UK, I know that for some people it's part of their day-to-day carry but I just never got into that space. I also work from home 😉. Certainly when I was in the Army I used to carry a Leather on my belt.
The Bushcraft Padawan that's fine, but I am asking about where your kite is. Why go into the backcountry if you can't fly a kite in a beautiful place? My kite is always, and I mean ALWAYS in my pack. Such wonderful therapy to let it ride the wind in picturesque places; wild, carefree, relaxing, simple. You need a kite!
Morning buddy 😁. The weather has been good over the past weeks. Your right bud, I hope winter kit is Away an summer is used. All the light stuff. Still carry it in the burgen. Love that bag. Keep it up mate your doing great. ATB Andy
Stealth Andy Steath Cheers Andy, I appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment, especially on a weekend!
So what kind of test do you have to pass to become a Bushcraft Jedi?
I've no idea Patrick, but I suspect it's a way off yet 😉
Have a great weekend and thanks for watching 👍