Ponchos have their limits tho. If you go hike in mountains, a poncho is more a danger than help. You get caught by wind gusts way easier and you have to see your feet for scrambling sections.
I live in Wyoming so for years the rain jacket has been inconsequential…just a glorified windbreaker! But when I went to France trekking this year, I bought one of those big heavyish panchos that goes over my pack too. I LOVED it. It kept me and my pack dry in downpours and I actually used it under my pad in the tent. It now will go in my pack if there there is a risk of much rain.
Excellent tips 👍 The jacket we wear for first and trailwork is a fully-sealed, polyurethane-coated HellyHansen. It never wets out, but you need to monitor your sweating and strip/add layers underneath as needed. We use bib pants of the same stuff, really tough and you stay dry all day, every day. For hiking or backpacking I use a poncho and sometimes an umbrella. A double sandwich on your socks works well, the inner bag acts like a vapor barrier while the sock remains dry from both foot and boot. Well waxed or oiled leather boots handle water even better than GoreTex.
Could not agree more at the nice young age of 50ish I have decided that it is all about comfort and I don’t really care how anyone labels me. You hit the nail on the head Bryce once again part of the reason I go ultralight is so I can carry what I want to be comfortable
Great tips! I like Seal Skins waterproof socks. They do keep your feet mostly dry, but the biggest benefit it keeping your feet warm when out and about in wet and cold weather. For added comfort and warmth I add a pair of thin wool socks under the Seal Skins socks.
I'm a HotHands "veteran" and never go camping without them! I also recommend down booties, especially for those diabetics like me, who suffer from neuropathy. Those and HotHands will keep your feet warm on the coldest nights!!😎😎
When a jacket wets out then this is not due to the rain making it through the jacket. Its die to the upper material being saturated and this the membrane underneath not being able to "breath" anymore. The DWR coatings job is to keep that upper layer above the membrane from saturating. Best I have tested is gorotex shakedry.
But now I switched to using ponchos. Those cannot "breath" through the Material but do so around the material. They can also go over your backpack as well
You sir are freaking brilliant, bringing knowledge with humour, loved every minute of it. Been backcountry camping for 40 years and still learned something new... Cheers and will be bingeing your videos. Cheers my friend.
Waterproof socks work real good for creek crossings or wet conditions but what really sucks is when it drops down in the 20’s that night and you have to put on frozen shoes and have to stand around for 30 minutes waiting for your buddies to get packed up. My experience is that most trail runners with a good upper will thaw out and dry after a good mile or two of hiking even down in the mid 30’s.
Mine soak through quickly if I wear them and wade through a creek, even if the water does not go over the top, but they’re great when I get tired of the wet shoes. I’ve tried Randy Sun and Sealskinz (I prefer the fit and feel of my Randy Suns).
@@KM-wr2cbI don't particularly like wearing them and I only really wear them if I know that it is going to be cold and wet. But more and more when it's going to be cold and wet I just wear my Solomon Boots. If I do feel the necessity to wear my trail runners I just bring the water proof socks to wear while my shoes dry out or thaw. I can't wear them for the entirety of a hike.
Um, LOVE your sarcasm. I tried my first ever snowshoe backpacking outing last winter in the CA Sierra snowmageddon. We didn’t go far, thus still alive to make this comment. Mistakes were made. REI waterproof gloves are not. My hands could not light a lighter to light my stove much less all of the other things you need fingers for. My UL poop trowel did not work well as a shovel for digging snow to pack stakes or even to get snow in my stove to melt for water. It sleeted the next morning. Heavy sleet. Luckily I packed my skiing shell and stayed dry…and survived. I’ll try again.
Big fan of the bread bag/Vapor barrier technique. Once temps drop below 40 I’m using them. The trick is use a thin liner sock, then the bread bag, then your insulating sock. Yes, your socks will be wet, but your feet will remain warm.
Nitrile gloves are a great tip actually. Easy cheap lightweight waterproof outer shell for your hands. I literally have a box for cleaning my guns and it never once crossed my mind to use them for hiking. I am proud to say I figured the bread bag one out on my own, though I used walmart bags
You’re awesome man! I’ve had frozen feet when I got into my tent, it was risky but when I poured the hot water in my meal pouch I put in my foot box as it cooked for 20 minutes. Worked like a charm!! I still shutter at the thought of it breaking open.
Oboz Bridger mid B dry..these are about a 6" tall boot..these are not insulated but very waterproof, my street shoes are 10 but ware a 11 in these for heavy socks and the leather did shrink a little..great winter hiking boot..never had them leak ..also come in 8" and 10" tall insulated version
I carry bread bags and toe & hand warmers! I also wear a silk sock liner and Darn Tough socks. If it all gets wet, change into dry socks, put on the bread bag THEN put the sock liner over the top so it slips less. I don't care if it looks stupid, I'm dry and warm. Usually. And... as a menopausal woman... layers are your friend, as is merino wool. Great video! Oh, and waterproof cycling gloves work well to keep your hands dry but your hands have to be warm to start with. I'd like to try drying out my shoes and socks with hot rocks. Never done it, but it's on my radar.
Sealskin makes waterproof socks I use them as camp slippers Inside the tent Wet gear off Dry gear on In the morning Dry gear and socks off Wet gear and socks on Yes it is cold but walking will warm you up and dry the stuff off
In real cold weather your fingers won't even bend. Gloves do cut the blood circulation so mittens are actually a better option during winter. Want more heat? Put your thumb inside the mitten main compartment. Use wool socks, Merino Woll or thicker, but make sure it's wool. And bring "crocks" , they insulate extremely well. I even use them as garden slippers during winter and it is - 20 degrees Celsius outside. And if you want a great light winter saw, bring a makita duc101z. It's kinda cheating, but my god it's like an angel helping you in need during ice cold hiking days.
i got caught out in the mountains with my 3 season tent earlier this year…. it’s my 4 season tent inner for me from now on …. remember it’s a -5F for every 1,000’ elevation gain so a comfortable sleeping night time temp of 45F at 8000’ drops to an uncomfortable 30F (or less) at 11,000’ …. great tips Bryce thanks for sharing your experiences 👍👍
Waterproof/breathable garments work best in temperatures well below freezing. The warmer it gets, (approaching body temperature under exertion), the less effective they are, because the physics of the transportation of body moisture to the outside air requires a difference in humidity between inside and outside. In body temperature (or close to it) weather, especially in high humidity conditions, the slower the rate of transpiration (sweat movement to the outside of the garment) becomes. Reaching equilibrium at 100% relative humidity. In other words, rain. In rain, so-called "waterproof/breathable" garments cease to breathe when it rains, and, without the DWR (Durable Weather Resistant) coating being of good quality, and in good condition, your rainwear begins to "wet out" (water no longer beads up, but forms a sheet, and seeps through those "breathable pores"). In short, there's no magic, and the best engineering is still subject to the laws of physics. Completely waterproof, well ventilated rainwear is what I look for. When I get sweaty, I vent it or remove it. If it's windy and not too cold, I will switch to an ultralight windbreaker (also called a wind shirt, or, across the pond, a wind cheater). Sure, I get wet, but less sweaty and stinky, and I have good control over how much heat I keep in or let out. Hope this helps. Tinker, AT 2023, halfway before a knee injury took me out. I'm 70 and have section hiked the entire AT over many years, using many different methods of layering and types of insulation and rainwear.
In the UK it's illegal to start fires on pretty much all hiking trails and wild camping areas, so just starting a fire is not an option 99% of the time. Great tips on keeping dry and warm without a fire!
Where I live starting a fire is a $10,000 fine. My hunter ed instructor’s advice was “If you’re risking hypothermia, start a fire and pay the fine. That’s the price for screwing so badly that you need a fire.” A fire definitely shouldn’t be plan A or B, but you should always carry the resources to start one if needed.
Yeah, I’m from the UK as well, but live in the states now, it’s the same thing here, one cannot just light a fire. There are only designated fire pits at the shelter areas and camp grounds if that. Lighting a fire anywhere else will get you a fine or even jail.
@@EDWARDKILE I definitely agree that a fire shouldn’t be your first or second plan, but if it comes down to it I’ll take a fine or jail over dying of hypothermia. Even if you have plenty of insulation and a shelter, and are in an area where fires are prohibited, it’s worth carrying fire starting material because it could save your life.
@@davidj6755 absolutely, I mostly do Bushcraft myself, so I have a heavy wool blanket and require a fire to stay warm. I always have my knife and fire steel with me regardless of Backpacking or Bushcrafting. And because of my Bushcraft skills, if I lose my knife or fire steel, I can make friction fire from scratch.
If bringing hot-hands to warm feet before bed, move them into shoes after feet are sufficiently warm. Shoes hung in tent dry better than on ground, especially with hot-hands in them. Hang wet socks above shoes. Hot-hands last 6-9 hours and will dry most everything when laid-out correctly. Best not to allow hot-hands to get soaked, yet moist air works best. Some remove shoe-bed so hot-hands lay on dry rubber of the shoe's inner.
Rain jackets either wet out or sweat out. Regardless, you're going to be wet. I'd recommend not getting one that has any sort of a fabric liner. They will just keep it from drying out. If you really want to stay dry, then look into a hiking umbrella. They work great, provide you plus your pack coverage, and will give you shade on hot, sunny days, too. I've used mine on very windy segments of the Colorado Trail (Georgia Pass) in a rain storm and did not have any issues with it collapsing.
Classic Bryce video...lots of solid information with a fun presentation theme. Thanks for creating and sharing. Also, glad to see there is another OV fanboy out there.😂
Aw, c’mon! I just did a video on how that 1lb = 5lb thing is inaccurate. Thanks for making me feel like NOTHING I do matters, NEWBOLD. According to your own rule, half the world won’t understand this comment is sarcastic.
Many great tips, thx. I will say though, that's a summer boot ... a light one. On a sidenote, I've stopped using the waterproof boots in favour if leather boots. They will get soaked in a day, but they'll fit like glove. Paired with a good wool sock or two the wetness is of no concern. But I don't recommend it for winter. During winter you want the filtlined boots. Horribly expensive, but they keep your feet warm. But speaking if wool, that's how I make my rain jacket work in cold rainy weather. I use the none breathable jackets lined with plastic, that won't last very long but cost 10 bucks and can probably be bought at a supermarket. Wool layers will keep you warm and dry from your own sweat. While these cheap jackets actually keep the rain away. It's like you said, breathable rainjackets won't cut it, but wool layers are fantastic.
i suppose it is. but coming from trail runners in the winter its warmer to me. For an active boot it should be sufficient in the arctic like conditions of rural ohio. lol
@@BryceNewbold the arctic conditions of Ohio 😂 nice I have to admit I was thinking about the waistdeep snow I have on occasion had to plow through in Norway.
Hey Bryce, thank you for sharing your secrets! I'm currently looking for a winter boot, for a short hiking trip. I was wondering if you could also recommend the Nortiv 8's for light snowy conditions, maybe up to 3 inches of snow? I noticed you had a few seconds of snowy scenes at 4:50, would you recommend them for that type of weather? Also, do you havbe any experience with other Nortiv 8 boots, they do have winter boots too and i was wondering if the brand in general makes good shoes. much love!
Great video!! Love to see you making content more regularly again. Your videos were the first I found about backpacking and really got me started!! Thanks again!! Sidenote: Is that Camp #4 at Mohican?
thats great to hear! yes im back at it but take me forever to make these style videos. im ready for a team. haha.. and it is actually not site #4. but your not far off.. haha!
How to dry your shoes and socks fast?! If you have a stove with you boil some water with stones or pebbles. Put them in a non synthetic sock and then into the shoes! 😊 most welcome folks 🙏🏼
Do US Americans not have reusable hot hands? You click the little button inside the glibbery pouch, they turn semi hard and wonderfully warm. Just boil them and they'll be soft and ready to use again.
haha!!! hey is that a jab?!.. even if its in good spirits i hope you saw the ending of that video. nothing would of helped. lol... plus i only hiked like a mile.. (look at me trying to justify).. lol!! :)
@@BryceNewbold Yea. Just messing a little. That place will kill ya. Lol. I've been there 4 times and 3 of those times was pretty brutal. You have to take stuff for all weather at anytime even in the summer. The Mount Everest of weather patterns. 🤣 Bad part about that place is there is hardly any wood for a fire. I've been caught down there a few times when the weather's changed. And should have been a little more prepared than I was.
I always enjoy your vids and get a great laugh... So no more Park and Pack sites at Mohican? You still go there and stealth camp? Been thinking about it although I'll have to wait until spring. Too cold to go without a big fire.
i dont go there to camp to be honest. i do go there for full days and test gear and play but i need to talk to them. im dying to know if its legal or not. because the sites are always changing as if ppl camp there.
mefoto backpacker air. but i also modded it using a mefoto backpacker S to make it better in 2 ways. if interested i can elaborate. pricey to buy bother but they sent me the wrong one first so i got a good deal. tripod setup weighs about 2 lbs. havnt found a better option yet for that weight. even peak designs carbon tripod is 3lbs.
@@BryceNewboldNah it’s cool man ,I got 2 carbon and a a small one to hang on trees but as you know buying the latest and greatest gets expensive! Thanks for the reply. Tc from Germany .
Those boots are crap. I’m a UA-camr as well and that boot company tried to solicit me to sell their boots and I turned it down because I don’t promote boots that are not of good quality. If you want good boots, go with Salomon and you won’t be disappointed. Go cheap you get cheap and get what you pay for.
My mother 83, Solomons, myself, 60, Solomon’s, My sons in their 30’s Solomons. All bought independently of each other at different times. We realized this last winter. Other than my 83 yr old mom, we ALL hike with trail runners, but in winter? Solomons.
Solomons are pricey. Nothing wrong with that but like i said. i only wear boots 1/4 of the year so no need for me to spend $100+. Also did you try the nortiv 8s?.. The quality is actually surprising. I saw absolutely no flaws and they perform as they should. and the cheap price gives a bit of wiggle room for expectation. still saw no flaws as of yet but they are better than the last $40 pair that i used for years.. time will tell on these.
thats acutally ingenious. ive never tried that.. ill have to do it and mayb discuss in a future video.. Thanks for the tip for the "dry-erish" boots haha!
Correction, hiking myth. Hiking boots are only worse than trail runners if running in your boots. There is no, let me repeat no disadvantage to using boots. This myth came from a US army study that suggested boots were more exhausting when running but no difference when walking.
2 days in the "best" conditions?. i cant really agree on that. In the "best" conditions i think they can dry out in like 3 miles. haha... but yes prioritzing speed over saftely or comfort in the wrong conditions can be a huge mistake.., ive been there . lol
i wouldnt say breathable. ive had many boots styled like this and they do keep the water out. these ones do so far but im sure will need re-waterproofing in the future *ediit -- my sweaty feet would also like to disagree.. haha :)
Next time can you please say the tip before the explanation of the tip? Like you talk for a while about a story or something as if padding the runtime, and by the time you get to the actual tip I have lost interest. Just a thought. People like when you get right to the point :) I watched half the video and all I’ve learned is to wear nitrile gloves which I’m def not gonna do sorry
@@BryceNewbold You seem to like the lower ankle lightweight shoes so maybe something like the Thorogood Crosstrex polishable. These specific ones require some break-in, so ymmv. Just apply a fresh layer of sno-seal before they are going to get wet. Like every day even. Maybe you wouldn't complain about wet feet so much lol
I hope you have better tips in this video aside from your advice to eat more sugar. Nah. Protein. Who wants high blood sugar? Also most of those candy's have dye that is banned everywhere except the US and for good reason. I will stay away from poison candy with chemical cancer dye. Usually dig your tips but that one got me questioning you brother. I will say this. Whoever and if ever you got trapped somewhere and people would starve without eating other people, you know worst case scenario Your butt is first considering you'd be so sweet. Also you eat McD's... The fries are literally fried in black oil used so many times that it becomes one of the most dangerous foods... I'd father eat a puffer fish. AND those burgers NEVER rot properly... stuff is not supposed to stay around that long let along a GD cheese burger... You're young and thin... You shouldn't have circulation problems... Maybe lay off Candy and McD's...
I am outraged - 2 min watching and loaded with totally wrong information. This person without basic knowledge of outdoors should be ashamed, and youtube too for misleading people, getting them easily in trouble if they follow advice from such charlatans.
I think an often overlooked item is a poncho - it covers both you and your backpack, is waterproof, can be used for a shelter - really useful
Ponchos have their limits tho. If you go hike in mountains, a poncho is more a danger than help. You get caught by wind gusts way easier and you have to see your feet for scrambling sections.
I live in Wyoming so for years the rain jacket has been inconsequential…just a glorified windbreaker! But when I went to France trekking this year, I bought one of those big heavyish panchos that goes over my pack too. I LOVED it. It kept me and my pack dry in downpours and I actually used it under my pad in the tent. It now will go in my pack if there there is a risk of much rain.
Excellent tips 👍 The jacket we wear for first and trailwork is a fully-sealed, polyurethane-coated HellyHansen. It never wets out, but you need to monitor your sweating and strip/add layers underneath as needed. We use bib pants of the same stuff, really tough and you stay dry all day, every day. For hiking or backpacking I use a poncho and sometimes an umbrella. A double sandwich on your socks works well, the inner bag acts like a vapor barrier while the sock remains dry from both foot and boot. Well waxed or oiled leather boots handle water even better than GoreTex.
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A poncho as a final over layer works well.
This is a really good video. Touching all the pet peeves I have while hiking. Amazing work and good humour!
thanks yo
Could not agree more at the nice young age of 50ish I have decided that it is all about comfort and I don’t really care how anyone labels me.
You hit the nail on the head Bryce once again part of the reason I go ultralight is so I can carry what I want to be comfortable
Great tips! I like Seal Skins waterproof socks. They do keep your feet mostly dry, but the biggest benefit it keeping your feet warm when out and about in wet and cold weather. For added comfort and warmth I add a pair of thin wool socks under the Seal Skins socks.
Wonderbread socks? Oh yeah. The pacing and humor in this one is your best, yet.
thank you! i feel like i gotta slow down though.. i get very adhd in the editing room. lol
Your advice is beautifully sarcastically on point. Thank you.
I'm a HotHands "veteran" and never go camping without them! I also recommend down booties, especially for those diabetics like me, who suffer from neuropathy. Those and HotHands will keep your feet warm on the coldest nights!!😎😎
absolutely!
“I did the sensible thing and struggled through it” exactly right.
i dont make the best choices
When a jacket wets out then this is not due to the rain making it through the jacket.
Its die to the upper material being saturated and this the membrane underneath not being able to "breath" anymore.
The DWR coatings job is to keep that upper layer above the membrane from saturating.
Best I have tested is gorotex shakedry.
But now I switched to using ponchos. Those cannot "breath" through the Material but do so around the material. They can also go over your backpack as well
sealskin socks can be a great way to have dry feet in trailrunners when you cross water
You sir are freaking brilliant, bringing knowledge with humour, loved every minute of it. Been backcountry camping for 40 years and still learned something new... Cheers and will be bingeing your videos.
Cheers my friend.
thank you so much! really appreciate your comment
My pleasure 👍
Waterproof socks work real good for creek crossings or wet conditions but what really sucks is when it drops down in the 20’s that night and you have to put on frozen shoes and have to stand around for 30 minutes waiting for your buddies to get packed up. My experience is that most trail runners with a good upper will thaw out and dry after a good mile or two of hiking even down in the mid 30’s.
I love my waterproof socks!!
Mine soak through quickly if I wear them and wade through a creek, even if the water does not go over the top, but they’re great when I get tired of the wet shoes. I’ve tried Randy Sun and Sealskinz (I prefer the fit and feel of my Randy Suns).
@@KM-wr2cbI don't particularly like wearing them and I only really wear them if I know that it is going to be cold and wet. But more and more when it's going to be cold and wet I just wear my Solomon Boots. If I do feel the necessity to wear my trail runners I just bring the water proof socks to wear while my shoes dry out or thaw. I can't wear them for the entirety of a hike.
Um, LOVE your sarcasm. I tried my first ever snowshoe backpacking outing last winter in the CA Sierra snowmageddon. We didn’t go far, thus still alive to make this comment. Mistakes were made. REI waterproof gloves are not. My hands could not light a lighter to light my stove much less all of the other things you need fingers for. My UL poop trowel did not work well as a shovel for digging snow to pack stakes or even to get snow in my stove to melt for water. It sleeted the next morning. Heavy sleet. Luckily I packed my skiing shell and stayed dry…and survived. I’ll try again.
there ya go!.. thanks for always watching!
I usually watch a few videos before I sub to someone, but I subbed after this one, you're my kind of sarcastic humor. F'kin funny man :D
Awesome. U made my day man 😄👍
Ooo liked the style of this video. 😊Also, I think you can find those boots flattened in the middle of the road in TN.
haha! oh missed opportunity for a joke!
Big fan of the bread bag/Vapor barrier technique. Once temps drop below 40 I’m using them. The trick is use a thin liner sock, then the bread bag, then your insulating sock. Yes, your socks will be wet, but your feet will remain warm.
my Drizabone oiled canvas coat kept me cosy and dry through 24/7 rain for 2 weeks hiking
Nitrile gloves are a great tip actually. Easy cheap lightweight waterproof outer shell for your hands. I literally have a box for cleaning my guns and it never once crossed my mind to use them for hiking. I am proud to say I figured the bread bag one out on my own, though I used walmart bags
You’re awesome man!
I’ve had frozen feet when I got into my tent, it was risky but when I poured the hot water in my meal pouch I put in my foot box as it cooked for 20 minutes. Worked like a charm!! I still shutter at the thought of it breaking open.
that scares me.. haha huge fear but yea. careful is the key
Oboz Bridger mid B dry..these are about a 6" tall boot..these are not insulated but very waterproof, my street shoes are 10 but ware a 11 in these for heavy socks and the leather did shrink a little..great winter hiking boot..never had them leak ..also come in 8" and 10" tall insulated version
I carry bread bags and toe & hand warmers! I also wear a silk sock liner and Darn Tough socks. If it all gets wet, change into dry socks, put on the bread bag THEN put the sock liner over the top so it slips less. I don't care if it looks stupid, I'm dry and warm. Usually. And... as a menopausal woman... layers are your friend, as is merino wool. Great video! Oh, and waterproof cycling gloves work well to keep your hands dry but your hands have to be warm to start with. I'd like to try drying out my shoes and socks with hot rocks. Never done it, but it's on my radar.
Sealskin makes waterproof socks
I use them as camp slippers
Inside the tent
Wet gear off
Dry gear on
In the morning
Dry gear and socks off
Wet gear and socks on
Yes it is cold but walking will warm you up and dry the stuff off
Wool socks and golf umbrellas that doubles as a hiking stick
In real cold weather your fingers won't even bend. Gloves do cut the blood circulation so mittens are actually a better option during winter. Want more heat? Put your thumb inside the mitten main compartment. Use wool socks, Merino Woll or thicker, but make sure it's wool. And bring "crocks" , they insulate extremely well. I even use them as garden slippers during winter and it is - 20 degrees Celsius outside. And if you want a great light winter saw, bring a makita duc101z. It's kinda cheating, but my god it's like an angel helping you in need during ice cold hiking days.
i got caught out in the mountains with my 3 season tent earlier this year…. it’s my 4 season tent inner for me from now on …. remember it’s a -5F for every 1,000’ elevation gain so a comfortable sleeping night time temp of 45F at 8000’ drops to an uncomfortable 30F (or less) at 11,000’ …. great tips Bryce thanks for sharing your experiences 👍👍
Frog toggs- they are flimsy but mine has lasted four years. Not bad for $20 for jacket and pants. Wind barrier if nothing else.
Jack London - To Build a Fire. (Ironically, written while sweltering on a becalmed sailboat between SFO and Hawaii)
lol
Love your sense of humor 😅
Gold! I just don’t get along well with cold rain…still practicing, lol.
Love watching your videos so funny 😂 love the sarcasm it’s so rare in an American 🤣
Umbrella son! Good in the wet and the sun!
Waterproof/breathable garments work best in temperatures well below freezing. The warmer it gets, (approaching body temperature under exertion), the less effective they are, because the physics of the transportation of body moisture to the outside air requires a difference in humidity between inside and outside. In body temperature (or close to it) weather, especially in high humidity conditions, the slower the rate of transpiration (sweat movement to the outside of the garment) becomes. Reaching equilibrium at 100% relative humidity. In other words, rain. In rain, so-called "waterproof/breathable" garments cease to breathe when it rains, and, without the DWR (Durable Weather Resistant) coating being of good quality, and in good condition, your rainwear begins to "wet out" (water no longer beads up, but forms a sheet, and seeps through those "breathable pores").
In short, there's no magic, and the best engineering is still subject to the laws of physics.
Completely waterproof, well ventilated rainwear is what I look for. When I get sweaty, I vent it or remove it. If it's windy and not too cold, I will switch to an ultralight windbreaker (also called a wind shirt, or, across the pond, a wind cheater). Sure, I get wet, but less sweaty and stinky, and I have good control over how much heat I keep in or let out.
Hope this helps.
Tinker, AT 2023, halfway before a knee injury took me out. I'm 70 and have section hiked the entire AT over many years, using many different methods of layering and types of insulation and rainwear.
In the UK it's illegal to start fires on pretty much all hiking trails and wild camping areas, so just starting a fire is not an option 99% of the time. Great tips on keeping dry and warm without a fire!
Where I live starting a fire is a $10,000 fine. My hunter ed instructor’s advice was “If you’re risking hypothermia, start a fire and pay the fine. That’s the price for screwing so badly that you need a fire.”
A fire definitely shouldn’t be plan A or B, but you should always carry the resources to start one if needed.
Yeah, I’m from the UK as well, but live in the states now, it’s the same thing here, one cannot just light a fire. There are only designated fire pits at the shelter areas and camp grounds if that. Lighting a fire anywhere else will get you a fine or even jail.
@@EDWARDKILE I definitely agree that a fire shouldn’t be your first or second plan, but if it comes down to it I’ll take a fine or jail over dying of hypothermia. Even if you have plenty of insulation and a shelter, and are in an area where fires are prohibited, it’s worth carrying fire starting material because it could save your life.
@@davidj6755 absolutely, I mostly do Bushcraft myself, so I have a heavy wool blanket and require a fire to stay warm. I always have my knife and fire steel with me regardless of Backpacking or Bushcrafting. And because of my Bushcraft skills, if I lose my knife or fire steel, I can make friction fire from scratch.
The saw safety demo was priceless! :) Another great video!
haha... i noticed during editing that i still have the scar
@@BryceNewboldsilky saws seem to prefer human flesh at times!
Outstanding information and practical. Thanks for sharing.
If bringing hot-hands to warm feet before bed, move them into shoes after feet are sufficiently warm. Shoes hung in tent dry better than on ground, especially with hot-hands in them.
Hang wet socks above shoes. Hot-hands last 6-9 hours and will dry most everything when laid-out correctly.
Best not to allow hot-hands to get soaked, yet moist air works best. Some remove shoe-bed so hot-hands lay on dry rubber of the shoe's inner.
Rain jackets either wet out or sweat out. Regardless, you're going to be wet. I'd recommend not getting one that has any sort of a fabric liner. They will just keep it from drying out. If you really want to stay dry, then look into a hiking umbrella. They work great, provide you plus your pack coverage, and will give you shade on hot, sunny days, too. I've used mine on very windy segments of the Colorado Trail (Georgia Pass) in a rain storm and did not have any issues with it collapsing.
I like ShowersPass jackets and rain pants..
Awesome vid & freaking hysterical. Great job.
Glad you enjoyed it
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Classic Bryce video...lots of solid information with a fun presentation theme. Thanks for creating and sharing. Also, glad to see there is another OV fanboy out there.😂
thank ya!.. and yes i am an OV fan boy for sure. Sure they gave me lots of stuff to test but man.... its good.
Just saying might sound dumb but I thought that we could make rain coats out of tarp or sew tarp to a rain coat as another layer
One of your top-3. Tnx a million. 🏆
thanks!!
Aw, c’mon! I just did a video on how that 1lb = 5lb thing is inaccurate. Thanks for making me feel like NOTHING I do matters, NEWBOLD.
According to your own rule, half the world won’t understand this comment is sarcastic.
haha! ill have to watch it. ive heard that a time a two. 1 to 5 rule seems a bit much honestly buuuut... it definitely is suckier... haha
Dude awesome to see you here love your videos! Your channel is awesome.
Great humour
Many great tips, thx. I will say though, that's a summer boot ... a light one.
On a sidenote, I've stopped using the waterproof boots in favour if leather boots. They will get soaked in a day, but they'll fit like glove. Paired with a good wool sock or two the wetness is of no concern.
But I don't recommend it for winter. During winter you want the filtlined boots. Horribly expensive, but they keep your feet warm.
But speaking if wool, that's how I make my rain jacket work in cold rainy weather. I use the none breathable jackets lined with plastic, that won't last very long but cost 10 bucks and can probably be bought at a supermarket. Wool layers will keep you warm and dry from your own sweat. While these cheap jackets actually keep the rain away. It's like you said, breathable rainjackets won't cut it, but wool layers are fantastic.
i suppose it is. but coming from trail runners in the winter its warmer to me. For an active boot it should be sufficient in the arctic like conditions of rural ohio. lol
@@BryceNewbold the arctic conditions of Ohio 😂 nice
I have to admit I was thinking about the waistdeep snow I have on occasion had to plow through in Norway.
Hey Bryce, thank you for sharing your secrets!
I'm currently looking for a winter boot, for a short hiking trip. I was wondering if you could also recommend the Nortiv 8's for light snowy conditions, maybe up to 3 inches of snow?
I noticed you had a few seconds of snowy scenes at 4:50, would you recommend them for that type of weather?
Also, do you havbe any experience with other Nortiv 8 boots, they do have winter boots too and i was wondering if the brand in general makes good shoes.
much love!
Great video!! Love to see you making content more regularly again. Your videos were the first I found about backpacking and really got me started!! Thanks again!! Sidenote: Is that Camp #4 at Mohican?
thats great to hear! yes im back at it but take me forever to make these style videos. im ready for a team. haha.. and it is actually not site #4. but your not far off.. haha!
Not raining on my next trip gaurantee ya that
they don't call you "fair weather poucher" for nothing!
@@BryceNewbold I wasn't wrong!
Buddy you might try knitting or crocheting. I bet no one goes on more than one trip with you.
I bet no one understands your comment. 🤔😆
Always a pleasure Bryce lol,Even though your a hammock hater lol
haha... i really want to go camping with one honestly. imagine all the shade throwing i could do! lol!
“But they’re day hikers” 😂
bahaha
How to dry your shoes and socks fast?! If you have a stove with you boil some water with stones or pebbles. Put them in a non synthetic sock and then into the shoes! 😊 most welcome folks 🙏🏼
Great video, I actually learned something!
Great information will do
❤😂🎉🎉🎉 but but....sarcasm is one of your best qualities.......great video😮😅
haha good to know! . thanks
Excellent video
I enjoyed the video
thanks!
a beer heater
I got the tushare rain jacket used in good condition
i love the tushare. it is so good for its weight
Day hiker shiting on day hiker.... classic!
lol!! hey now
Do US Americans not have reusable hot hands? You click the little button inside the glibbery pouch, they turn semi hard and wonderfully warm. Just boil them and they'll be soft and ready to use again.
Email me a link of these please! Bryce.Newbold@gmail.com
Don't sleep in your clothes that you just hiked in at Dolly Sods. You'll be cold. 😂
haha!!! hey is that a jab?!.. even if its in good spirits i hope you saw the ending of that video. nothing would of helped. lol... plus i only hiked like a mile.. (look at me trying to justify).. lol!! :)
@@BryceNewbold Yea. Just messing a little. That place will kill ya. Lol. I've been there 4 times and 3 of those times was pretty brutal. You have to take stuff for all weather at anytime even in the summer. The Mount Everest of weather patterns. 🤣 Bad part about that place is there is hardly any wood for a fire. I've been caught down there a few times when the weather's changed. And should have been a little more prepared than I was.
I like the boots...
I always enjoy your vids and get a great laugh... So no more Park and Pack sites at Mohican? You still go there and stealth camp? Been thinking about it although I'll have to wait until spring. Too cold to go without a big fire.
i dont go there to camp to be honest. i do go there for full days and test gear and play but i need to talk to them. im dying to know if its legal or not. because the sites are always changing as if ppl camp there.
@@BryceNewbold Interesting... They still have the parking on the upper sites like they did before? 8-10
@@alexwbanks70 yes its still there but i know but the "park and pack" signs are gone all over the park
Are those nitrile gloves lined and where do you get them from?
i think i have a link in the video description.. they are dual layer. the inside is white. Venom Steel is the brand i think?? im on my last pair!
@@BryceNewbold thanks I’ll check the description. Love you content.
Nice video😊
I use Waterprofe socks, sealskinz
Which tripod do you use?
mefoto backpacker air. but i also modded it using a mefoto backpacker S to make it better in 2 ways. if interested i can elaborate. pricey to buy bother but they sent me the wrong one first so i got a good deal. tripod setup weighs about 2 lbs. havnt found a better option yet for that weight. even peak designs carbon tripod is 3lbs.
@@BryceNewboldNah it’s cool man ,I got 2 carbon and a a small one to hang on trees but as you know buying the latest and greatest gets expensive!
Thanks for the reply.
Tc from Germany .
Those boots are crap. I’m a UA-camr as well and that boot company tried to solicit me to sell their boots and I turned it down because I don’t promote boots that are not of good quality. If you want good boots, go with Salomon and you won’t be disappointed. Go cheap you get cheap and get what you pay for.
I love my Salomons. Most comfortable footwear I’ve ever owned.
Did you get your hands on the boots?
Yep Salomon my go-to brand. Boot or trail runner. Lightweight, comfortable and lasts a decent time.
My mother 83, Solomons, myself, 60, Solomon’s, My sons in their 30’s Solomons. All bought independently of each other at different times. We realized this last winter. Other than my 83 yr old mom, we ALL hike with trail runners, but in winter? Solomons.
Solomons are pricey. Nothing wrong with that but like i said. i only wear boots 1/4 of the year so no need for me to spend $100+. Also did you try the nortiv 8s?.. The quality is actually surprising. I saw absolutely no flaws and they perform as they should. and the cheap price gives a bit of wiggle room for expectation. still saw no flaws as of yet but they are better than the last $40 pair that i used for years.. time will tell on these.
You have just justified my planned purchase of an X-Mid 1p Solid. Also, thanks for the boots! I got a color choice, but they are selling out...
I throw a pair of hot hands in my boots at night and wake up with dry-er warmish boots.
thats acutally ingenious. ive never tried that.. ill have to do it and mayb discuss in a future video.. Thanks for the tip for the "dry-erish" boots haha!
Don’t be a beach dude! ❤
haha! :)
Great video! Also, the word cold has an 'L' in it 😂
haha! ive said to my self several times and i hear the L.... thats a new one for me.. most people get me on the water "filder" lol
Correction, hiking myth. Hiking boots are only worse than trail runners if running in your boots.
There is no, let me repeat no disadvantage to using boots.
This myth came from a US army study that suggested boots were more exhausting when running but no difference when walking.
interesting information. ive never really thought about it like that. i still dont fully agree.. haha.. but you have my interests peaked
Don't hike in the rain🤔🤔🤔🤔
i wish!
mmmmm I love Big Macs!
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you got that right. so bad, and so good
4:26 Shoes can take 2 days to air out in the best conditions. I wouldn't prioritize speed over dry shoes dayum bro.
2 days in the "best" conditions?. i cant really agree on that. In the "best" conditions i think they can dry out in like 3 miles. haha... but yes prioritzing speed over saftely or comfort in the wrong conditions can be a huge mistake.., ive been there . lol
😂😂😂
Save money and stick a bin bag on yourself,for more hardwearing try a rubble sack,not very stylish but hey whatever.
I really doubt that those boots are really waterproof; they look breathable and breathable = not waterproof.
i wouldnt say breathable. ive had many boots styled like this and they do keep the water out. these ones do so far but im sure will need re-waterproofing in the future *ediit -- my sweaty feet would also like to disagree.. haha :)
Next time can you please say the tip before the explanation of the tip? Like you talk for a while about a story or something as if padding the runtime, and by the time you get to the actual tip I have lost interest. Just a thought. People like when you get right to the point :) I watched half the video and all I’ve learned is to wear nitrile gloves which I’m def not gonna do sorry
Those boots are not waterproof. They are barely even boots.
they also barely even cost anything... haha... and i see what your going for on the waterproofness but i mean.. they kinda are. lol..
@@BryceNewbold You seem to like the lower ankle lightweight shoes so maybe something like the Thorogood Crosstrex polishable. These specific ones require some break-in, so ymmv. Just apply a fresh layer of sno-seal before they are going to get wet. Like every day even. Maybe you wouldn't complain about wet feet so much lol
I hope you have better tips in this video aside from your advice to eat more sugar. Nah. Protein. Who wants high blood sugar? Also most of those candy's have dye that is banned everywhere except the US and for good reason. I will stay away from poison candy with chemical cancer dye. Usually dig your tips but that one got me questioning you brother. I will say this. Whoever and if ever you got trapped somewhere and people would starve without eating other people, you know worst case scenario Your butt is first considering you'd be so sweet.
Also you eat McD's... The fries are literally fried in black oil used so many times that it becomes one of the most dangerous foods... I'd father eat a puffer fish. AND those burgers NEVER rot properly... stuff is not supposed to stay around that long let along a GD cheese burger...
You're young and thin... You shouldn't have circulation problems... Maybe lay off Candy and McD's...
That's "active" trail nutrition. Not daily... I eat healthy. But on the trail or in a marathon. Sugar = energy. You burn it off anyway.
@@BryceNewbold can you burn off all the preservatives, dyes and chemicals in candy and sweets though
I dont get it, just build a fire.
I am outraged - 2 min watching and loaded with totally wrong information. This person without basic knowledge of outdoors should be ashamed, and youtube too for misleading people, getting them easily in trouble if they follow advice from such charlatans.
the 1 pound on the feet thing isn't true, actually. Wear boots. You will live.
idk . mayb.. lol