REI Trailheads S1 EP4: You should really try backpacking!
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- Опубліковано 23 лип 2017
- Getting out for your first backpacking adventure can feel daunting, but it is easier than it looks. Learn about the Ten Essentials, Leave No Trace, and other backpacking basics with Anna and Colin.
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1:26 "How're you going to get places?" "Maption" - cracks me up every time.
No beginner wears Arc’teryx😂😂😂
bear canisters needs to be 50-70 steps away from the camp site. I just did back country camping for the first time and multiple rangers informed me on this pivotal fact, so viewers, read my comment and get the facts! Do NOT put that bear canister near your site!
I brought bear food so i can snuggle with the bears as i sleep.
89 Alpha I am the bear 🐻
And your cooking location is the third point of a triangle.
0:44 Ooh pretty. That's pretty. Pretty! That's pretty!... That was so me when I did my first hike. Everything was pretty in my eyes, even it was just a tree. Ahh so much beauty in nature.
Missed opportunity to say “ignition” for waterproof matches and lighter
ikr you think she'd say that, after being on a roll and everything.
"Tip #1, Leave No Trace" Thank you REI!!! :)
This was the most entertaining 7 min I have had all day. Maybe all week, I am not sure yet, the week is not over yet but I will keep you guys updated.
I need so many more of these videos. Please please please :)
I loved every minute of this. I love forwarding videos to my new backpacking friends. It's entertaining enough for us that already do this, and informative for the newbs. Thank you for all the videos!
Ok. I learned an important lesson here: if you run out of food make bear noises and house on other people’s food stashes in the middle of the night.
"Any tips for... a beginner out here?" asks the novice hiker already decked out in Arc'teryx
Lmao! I get your point but uhm... I havent actually gone backpacking yet and I have some really high quality hiking clothing because I'm a sweaty guy that likes the breathability / light weight / functional UV 50 of a lot of sporting wear .... so I look like I pro but I have no clue
I would rather the newbie have quality gear than Walmart gear. What, just because he’s new means he’s supposed to have the cheapest, crappiest gear?
Came to post this
Loved the video!! You have to make more vids with these two in them!!!!
"...well if you were a fish" HAHAHA!
bigntallxx I died when he pulled out that little pocket rod.
This video deserves an award for short film. Loved it
Thanks for watching!
This was actually funny. Usually these videos are cringe
These two were great in this video they played off of each other well. Info with a chuckle make more with them.
The skillet had me rolling. Little gags like that really get me. Love it!
We're glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching 😄
External frame packs are great, they preform better than internal frame at everything but scrambling.
And comfort... i suppose thats also opinion
@@gagejordan8291 lol, while I loved my Kelty external for comfort. I actually Changed to a frameless pack. Because I was finding myself in a lot of situations climbing over/under downed trees and the pack made it difficult.
No they don’t, that’s ridiculous.
Julia is a great guide I've worked with her and her team rock climbing they are amazing!
Humorous, with some important points made...….good video guys.
Great advice with quality humor. Thanks REI!
That's so cool that they got Jim Gaffigan to be in this!
Loved this video - what a great way to get across basic information.
😂 laughed out loud at “bear” in the night. Hahahaha
I love this more then i should admit! Haha awesome eps!
Such a fun series with fun hosts!
Oh yeah, this is my grandfather's old pack and also his arcteryx fleece. You gotta love hand me downs!
This was hilarious. Great video and performers.
Love backpacking so much❤️
Informative and funny!
"We're not lost are we?" 1:33 🤣
Can't wait to get started! Oh, wonderful video
Enjoyable. Thank you.
Ha ha ha this was fun to watch, keep it up REI!, Saludos from México!
Never been backpacking before and I’d love to try it.
Joe Rosales Be sure to bring plenty of chronic to burn around the campfire!
Great work. Much appreciated
Loved this!❤️❤️❤️
I would love to go back packing one day!
I would also love to have all of my gears from REI. hehehe.
that was a great vid!!
Very persuasive videos to push us for go to nature
best video on backpacking ever😅👍👍👍
"Really really well, if you're like a fish,"
Brilliant
Informative, but also funny!
best. backpacking tips. video. evah!!!
Should make more of these videos with these two Anna and Colin plus extras :P REI exclusive series/ episodes.
So mush fun!
Oh REI, how I love you so
I definitely understand the irrational fear of bears! Props to Anna and Colin. Hilarious.
oh yeah, also Julia and the writer(s) and film crew. Thumbs up.
yeah, she should draw a circle and definitely not be wearing sombrero
Map-tion!!!
love it...lol
Does anyone know what kind of Osprey Backpack does Julia the REI instructor have in this video?
What make/model REI tent is has she got? I can't seem to find anything similar on the REI website.
Good job
Yeah Anna!!
LoL these two are funny 😂
Good video
This was hilarious.
So where do you carry you generator?
ten essential not include movement?
the lady basically prescribed like ten thousand dollars in gear
You don't have to buy everything new. A lot of ppl buy stuff, go backpacking on one of the long trails and realize they are are carrying too much weight and start sending stuff home practically (or completely) unused. Also you can rent gear. Also you don't have to buy the super ultra lightest gear on the market (the lighter weight more technical the more money). If you are only going out for a week or weekend you are going to be less weight sensitive than if you are going out for months at a time. The other thing is to see what you consider essentials and what you can live without. My needs change by the season and area that I am backpacking.
Another thing REI isnt' the end all be all of gear supply. I have seen them selling $80 headlamps that are not' even waterproof. I have an o-light that costs half that, can be brighter than anything they sell and runs on lithium batteries that contain more energy, are rechargeable and lighter than alkaline batteries and is waterproof to a depth that i will never go.
Your basics for survival are Food, Water, First Aid, Shelter, Safety and Hygiene. You don't have to buy a bunch of expensive gear to meet those needs. People have been backpacking for a long time. It takes research to find stuff that works for you. Just keep in mind to not get in the trap that you need to buy everything from an outfitter. A prime example, you can buy a super lightweight plastic trowel (for digging cat holes) made by Fiskars for a couple bucks at Amazon or Home Depot. A similar "ultra-light backpacking version" will cost twice as much.
You can get a pretty solid backpacking setup in the $1000 range. you just gotta know where to look. sometimes it is better to buy things secondhand or buy them out of season so the cost is lower. I'd guess half of my camping gear or more is either secondhand or bought in online auctions or bought from surplus stores.
She just recommends all the REI stuff this ain’t expensive 😂
I don't have 10k invested (yet), but 3k, yeah. It adds up fast, especially when you decide to buy ultralight gear.
Whats with the poles? Trowel?
👍
Covid-19 brought me here...and I want to dig out all my gear and go back country packing again like I used to do. :-(
Where can I get one of those pocket fisherman?
Gotta brush up on my Tetris skills! 🤣
Colin: we're not lost, are we?
Anna: (if looks could kill)
That was a giant bear🤣
These 2 are awesome! We need more videos with these two! Lol
This is awesome, subbed and shared. More please
Chilln187 tyjns
I literally started with the exact same pack from my parents
Hello how are you on this snowy day
I have a 17 inch torso and I’m 6’2” finding the right bag for me has been a challenge. I can’t seem to find a backpack that has a short enough frame so it isn’t sitting on my tail bone the whole time while also having enough arm room so it doesn’t cut off circulation. It’s been a pain. Have tried the Dueter Air Contact Lite. Osprey exos, atmos, a few others as well. If anybody has any suggestions let me know
I use an osprey. It's adjustable. Go to REI and let them fit you. Get the right pack, regardless of brand. After they fit you, they can add some weight to the pack and let you walk around the store and see how it feels. Yeah, you can buy cheaper somewhere else, but you won't get the help you need on selection.
Glad to see people stepping out of their comfort zone but damn if they don't remind me of those inexperienced sled-doggers from "Call of the Wild" sometimes.
All they're missing is a talking donkey, then they can continue their journey to Lord Farquaad's castle
This is so funny. But I’m too scared to camp because of bears now.
Never. Forget. Maption.
any more colin and anna videos?
Just Anna please.
When you take friends packing for the first time
What pack does Anna have on?
Rei flash 45 womens
multi-tool is totally unnecessary. A small knife, possibly a p51 can opener (if you are into canned goods). All you will need. But, decent video nonetheless.
I disagree. Better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it.
There is some logic in that for sure... My logic comes from carrying one on several trips and never needing it once. Very few things in your backpack will require a screwdriver, nail file, pliers, etc... So, it has not been worth the weight to carry it for me. But, more importantly than weight for some is comfort. if it makes you comfortable to carry one, then there is nothing wrong with that. hike on!
@@benkressdesign how many times did you carry a first aid kit but didn't need it? ;)
You just have to imagine a situation where you really need the multitool. If everything goes right, you don't even have to put on your rain clothes. But they are quite important to have with, no?
@Thelacan... I still carry a small first-aid and repair kit which has everything I need to repair my gear and take care of myself for a day or two while I get to safety. I have just found that I am pretty good with a blade... a knife is the only real tool I have needed. And, some say that is overkill too. Raingear is another thing that I carry, but I no longer carry rain pants... Have kind of a hobo method for my legs. But, even rain gear is overkill in some places/situations. More important than anything... take with you what you think you need. And, be happy with your choices. Just don't over-plan it.
@Shane Lewis that'll work too... Especially if you are carrying a fixed blade. I carry a blade only, no opener. Just giving people a lightweight can opener option who aren't comfortable "killing the can". 😂
I laughed to hard at that skillet joke.
Tetris skills
* quietly cries * why is it so hard to find a backpacking partner in BC?
would love to share local trails with someone else... but everyone already has a backcountry buddy...
Skillet
REI keep these two actors in all your videos 😂🤣😂
Loooooool
Yes, everyone should go backpacking. No, nobody should go through REI to get all their gear. For many reasons, one of them being that they claim a multi-tool is a backpacking necessity. (sell, sell, sell)
No mention of mosquitoes. They're like 10x worse in backcountry.
I enjoyed looking around
M- did... did he say M... Maption? xD
funny vid :-)
Asks, "any tips for a beginner..?" while wearing an Arcteryx jacket.
So communication is not one of the 10 essentials? interesting :D
I'm still afraid of the dark...
For the most part this is good, although I don't know about the prepackaged backpacking meal. Never seen them much on the trails, most people stick too ramen and normal instant food. This might be cause most places I'm backpacking is along the AT though
The reason you don't see those prepackaged backpacking meal on the AT much is simply cost. A mountain house meal will cost you ~$9, so if you are have 3 per day plus snacks, it is at least $30 per day, and if you are on the AT for 180 days, that is $5400 for just trail food on the AT. A "ramen bomb" (ramen and instant mash potato) will cost about $1 and give you far more calories. But for a weekend backpacking trip where you are likely spending over $60 on gas and $100 on new gear, the cost of 6 mountain house meal is reasonable negligible.
True, there are much cheaper and better options for trail food. I like to make my own dehydrated meals, usually soup, chilli, pasta sauce, things like that. Probably cost in the neighborhood of $0.50 to $1.50 a portion. I've personally never tried any of the prepackaged camping food. $7-$12 price tags for them scare me off.
i died after the skillet thing
Lol his pack is HUGE
I wish I could backpack but it costs to much to get in to
you could start with a second hand rig, ask a friend. Then spend $20-$40 bucks on some upgrades. You most likely have the rest, then, get someone to feed the dog/cat, tell your mom you'll be gone the weekend, and go to a lake or to BLM properties and get your camp on! Good luck! Remember to bring food and water! :)
pat paulson
BLM?
Bureau of Land Management public land
I would say backpacking is the least expensive kind of vacationing.
You can always go low key with gear, or rent stuff you don't have.
Hello, it’s pretty
THOSE STUPID BLUE BEAR CANISTERS NEVER OPENED!
A little endorsement from the BSA I see