With the focus on ultra light for so many years, it is good to see some love for gear that makes the hunt more enjoyable/comfortable. Saving 5-6lbs is great for pack weight. But compromising a good nights sleep, dry boots/clothes can be a lot more draining than packing around a few extra pounds.
Agreed! And not only that but if you spend the extra money on a quality pack you’re really not gonna feel the extra 5 pounds as much as some would think
Western hunting is a different animal and I appreciated the comments. Good reliable gear is a must. Glassing and rest to recover is 85% of the battle. The more comfortable you are the more time youll put in . However you define a successful hunt …. lighter gear and gear that will hold up to a a few weeks on a mountain means a lot.
I have followed a few thru-hiker channels for a few years to learn about gear that the hunting industry has overlooked. The Flextail Gear pump was one of those items that I found a few years ago and damn - it's one of the best little pieces of gear in my pack! I bought the larger one to keep in my truck hunt tote. 👌
hunting industry is LIGHT YEARS behind when it comes to backcountry backpacking and UL gear. They should have listened to the hippies decades ago but their egos were too large...why some still carry a metal frame pack I suppose.
On really cold hunts I put my power bank in a sock with a hot hand when it’s back at camp charging off my panel. Another thing I’ve added, a drug store eye patch. When stuck behind a spotting scope all day, it really helps with eye strain, no more covering your eye with your hands.
The air pumps are nice to get air moving under a stubborn to start fire. I’m waiting for an air pump to come with a fan that can reverse direction and suck air. That way I can enjoy a feature the wife offers at home
Really enjoy these type of experienced advice of gear and equipment makes the hunt that much more comfortable. Does the man Brian Mr gritty look like one of the conservative twins, possible camp talk 😂
Any thoughts on how loud the air pump is? I’ve seen some reviews where people say they are super loud but that didn’t seem that loud when Ryan turned it on
which steri pen is the recommended one that is rechargeable? Ive heard great reviews on some models, and poor results on others. I don't want to be carrying a POS that doesn't function when we need it.
I’ve heard him and Brian say that they either work or they don’t right out of the package. If the light doesn’t come on after changing it, send it back. If it works, you have a good one.
solar chargers haven't "come along way" at all. Ive had a similar one to the one he has there for the the last 14 years and it has the same specs as ones out now...
I respectfully disagree. I used everything a decade ago and charging was no where near as fast. I can think of a handful of the original solar panels that didn’t great or they broke. Goal zero being the biggest offender
Even today there are good and bad with similar “specs”. I will admit there may have been something a decade ago that was good but I just wasn’t aware of it
@@Semper_3.14 There are a lot of factors that go into that.. is it a perfectly sunny day, what time of year is it (sun angle), tree cover(even a small section of panel in shade can drastically reduce output), panel angle toward the sun,,are you at camp to reposition it to a better angle throughout day, wattage of the panel, mAh capacity of your bank. If all the those factors line up, yes you can fill a dead bank. But you also don't always need a 'full' bank.. I can usually go 3-4-5 days on my phone before needing to charge if I am in airplane/low power mode in the backcountry. So you might not need a full bank each day.. maybe just 15-25% of a phone charge each day of solar. But then again,, if I am on a 10 day backpack hunt and I bring a bank that can fully charge my phone 3-4 times(20,000mah).. don't really need solar.. If you are purely a backpack hunter with camp on your back every day, a solar panel is not going to be a practical solution. Hanging it off the back of your pack does not work.
If you plan on getting in that raft, especially on a river, even more so if you're inexperienced, you need a life vest and should have a helmet. I know, party pooper here. But I've had too many bad experiences with people that would still be alive today if they wore a vest. And now Im going to go spend money on a portable boot dryer and mini air pump
I’d even argue more so if you ARE experienced. With experience complacency can creep in and we tend to put ourselves in riskier situations as skill level improves.
I feel that the stove would be more weight to carry than just a double wall tent and sleeping bag. How do you keep water coming underneath when it rains with a floorless tent? Or wind driven snow? Isn’t it risky to put a sleeping pad in contact directly with the ground, for risk of punctures? Especially if backpacking in…
It’s definitely unnecessary weight and an unneeded luxury. We’re hunting not vacationing. Don’t forget these guys are not only hunters they’re also salesman
The pump for those rafts is just a bag that you lift up, spin and push down to inflate the raft. And Ryan is including that weight of the raft, and bag. See a video here of how the inflation works: ua-cam.com/video/YPApFEmGw5c/v-deo.html
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I could listen to lampers talk all day about almost any topic. I’m curious about his thoughts on picking good spots for a floorless tipi. Might be a short video but I bet he has learned some valuable lessons along the way
Everyone loves the gear dump videos. Why not do budget vs moderate vs expensive gear kits, do budget vs expensive rifle or bow setups, budget vs expensive hunts...etc@@GOHUNT
Everything you have and using to type this is China. And it’s okay. Otherwise you would pay 4x. Even made in America - parts come from overseas (manufacturing & international trade 101) and it’s okay 👌🏼 it doesn’t make a difference on your success.
It's still hunting. If anything, gear advancements have allowed folks to pack farther in and stay longer. It's opened new realms of opportunity and people are continually pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Having all the nice gear doesn't mean success is guaranteed. Overcoming the physical and mental challenges is still the biggest hurdle and that's what weeds out the vast majority of people who give this style of hunting a try.
With the focus on ultra light for so many years, it is good to see some love for gear that makes the hunt more enjoyable/comfortable. Saving 5-6lbs is great for pack weight. But compromising a good nights sleep, dry boots/clothes can be a lot more draining than packing around a few extra pounds.
Agreed! And not only that but if you spend the extra money on a quality pack you’re really not gonna feel the extra 5 pounds as much as some would think
The ultralight stuff isn’t for me. I mean, going too small just makes things more irritating than anything.
Western hunting is a different animal and I appreciated the comments.
Good reliable gear is a must.
Glassing and rest to recover is 85% of the battle. The more comfortable you are the more time youll put in . However you define a successful hunt …. lighter gear and gear that will hold up to a a few weeks on a mountain means a lot.
I have followed a few thru-hiker channels for a few years to learn about gear that the hunting industry has overlooked. The Flextail Gear pump was one of those items that I found a few years ago and damn - it's one of the best little pieces of gear in my pack! I bought the larger one to keep in my truck hunt tote. 👌
hunting industry is LIGHT YEARS behind when it comes to backcountry backpacking and UL gear. They should have listened to the hippies decades ago but their egos were too large...why some still carry a metal frame pack I suppose.
On really cold hunts I put my power bank in a sock with a hot hand when it’s back at camp charging off my panel. Another thing I’ve added, a drug store eye patch. When stuck behind a spotting scope all day, it really helps with eye strain, no more covering your eye with your hands.
Great tip👍
The air pumps are nice to get air moving under a stubborn to start fire.
I’m waiting for an air pump to come with a fan that can reverse direction and suck air. That way I can enjoy a feature the wife offers at home
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Awesome video thanks dude!!
Just ordered and looking forward to trying the fans. I’ve had some pretty miserable hunts with wet boots despite good quality boots and gaiters.
Yep that is really good Thank you
Thank you Ryan great information on the gear. Your puffy jacket and pants Stone Glacier,???
God's Blessings
Thanks yes stone G 👍
Thanx
Really enjoy these type of experienced advice of gear and equipment makes the hunt that much more comfortable. Does the man Brian Mr gritty look like one of the conservative twins, possible camp talk 😂
It would be great if you had a gear list with links in this video…
The pad is always a rss saver
I wish I could have a flourless tent. It would just be a and and spider nest by morning time.
Can you guys make a podcast about the hate people get for “blowing up” or “profiting” off western hunting
Brady at GoHunt discusses it from time to time in their podcasts.
Any thoughts on how loud the air pump is? I’ve seen some reviews where people say they are super loud but that didn’t seem that loud when Ryan turned it on
If camped in an area where noise is an issue I toss my down bag over it to quiet the noise. Can’t even hear it then
Have you had any issues with the Steripen in cold weather?
Yes, good question. In cold temps I put it in my pocket for a few minutes prior to using. When warmed it works every time
How much does your pack weight going in?
which steri pen is the recommended one that is rechargeable? Ive heard great reviews on some models, and poor results on others. I don't want to be carrying a POS that doesn't function when we need it.
I’ve heard him and Brian say that they either work or they don’t right out of the package. If the light doesn’t come on after changing it, send it back. If it works, you have a good one.
I use the ultralight rechargeable
seek outside stove and seek outside tp. cant beat them
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solar chargers haven't "come along way" at all. Ive had a similar one to the one he has there for the the last 14 years and it has the same specs as ones out now...
I’ve been skeptical and hesitant to buy one. On a sunny day, will it fill up a dead battery bank?
I respectfully disagree. I used everything a decade ago and charging was no where near as fast. I can think of a handful of the original solar panels that didn’t great or they broke. Goal zero being the biggest offender
Even today there are good and bad with similar “specs”. I will admit there may have been something a decade ago that was good but I just wasn’t aware of it
@@Semper_3.14 There are a lot of factors that go into that.. is it a perfectly sunny day, what time of year is it (sun angle), tree cover(even a small section of panel in shade can drastically reduce output), panel angle toward the sun,,are you at camp to reposition it to a better angle throughout day, wattage of the panel, mAh capacity of your bank.
If all the those factors line up, yes you can fill a dead bank. But you also don't always need a 'full' bank.. I can usually go 3-4-5 days on my phone before needing to charge if I am in airplane/low power mode in the backcountry. So you might not need a full bank each day.. maybe just 15-25% of a phone charge each day of solar. But then again,, if I am on a 10 day backpack hunt and I bring a bank that can fully charge my phone 3-4 times(20,000mah).. don't really need solar..
If you are purely a backpack hunter with camp on your back every day, a solar panel is not going to be a practical solution. Hanging it off the back of your pack does not work.
The specs may look similar, but the efficiency has improved on the newer ones.
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If you plan on getting in that raft, especially on a river, even more so if you're inexperienced, you need a life vest and should have a helmet. I know, party pooper here. But I've had too many bad experiences with people that would still be alive today if they wore a vest. And now Im going to go spend money on a portable boot dryer and mini air pump
I’d even argue more so if you ARE experienced. With experience complacency can creep in and we tend to put ourselves in riskier situations as skill level improves.
I feel that the stove would be more weight to carry than just a double wall tent and sleeping bag.
How do you keep water coming underneath when it rains with a floorless tent? Or wind driven snow?
Isn’t it risky to put a sleeping pad in contact directly with the ground, for risk of punctures? Especially if backpacking in…
It’s definitely unnecessary weight and an unneeded luxury. We’re hunting not vacationing. Don’t forget these guys are not only hunters they’re also salesman
i do have an issue burning battery watching adult films after a few days in the field
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Should start with who sponsors what in this video. Should be the YT gold standard
I get not one check from any of the companies I mentioned by company name in this video besides the glassing pad, which is my company.
Just go away and be a wannabe somewhere else
He says the raft is only 6 pounds he doesn’t bring up how much the pump weighs
The pump for those rafts is just a bag that you lift up, spin and push down to inflate the raft. And Ryan is including that weight of the raft, and bag. See a video here of how the inflation works: ua-cam.com/video/YPApFEmGw5c/v-deo.html
@@GOHUNT thank you for that information 🫡
he forgot to mention some sort of measuring device so that he can make sure the camera is always within inches of his forehead....
Love lampers but man GoHunt has ran out of ideas for videos
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@@GOHUNT I don’t got any ideas either
I could listen to lampers talk all day about almost any topic. I’m curious about his thoughts on picking good spots for a floorless tipi. Might be a short video but I bet he has learned some valuable lessons along the way
Everyone loves the gear dump videos. Why not do budget vs moderate vs expensive gear kits, do budget vs expensive rifle or bow setups, budget vs expensive hunts...etc@@GOHUNT
Made in America? Or……….China………..
Everything you have and using to type this is China. And it’s okay. Otherwise you would pay 4x. Even made in America - parts come from overseas (manufacturing & international trade 101) and it’s okay 👌🏼 it doesn’t make a difference on your success.
These gear videos are getting stale and boring…
Its lampers. He is a great dude but low energy on camera. Great knowledge though if you have patience.
For us who are new to the sport, it’s very much appreciated. Plus, I think as time goes by I’d still like to see how tech or gear has improved.
There’s plenty of other videos on UA-cam to watch dude don’t need to tell people about a video you don’t like
@@jamesparker1185great knowledge on other stuff maybe. He suggested bringing a 1# water bottle…. Lofl
So don’t watch
Its not hunting anymore. What term should we use? Similar to glamping. Spoiled generation for sure.
It's still hunting. If anything, gear advancements have allowed folks to pack farther in and stay longer. It's opened new realms of opportunity and people are continually pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Having all the nice gear doesn't mean success is guaranteed. Overcoming the physical and mental challenges is still the biggest hurdle and that's what weeds out the vast majority of people who give this style of hunting a try.
You must wear bare feet and not bring food to hunt. Wow you are amazing