I bring most of your list. I've recently started carrying a folding wood saw. With the tree die off and dead trees from fires I'm finding trails that were clean last week, now have downed trees on them. And I hate turning around! Cheers
Good point. I too carry a saw, just didn’t mention in the list. Seems like I’m always the first to find them as well lol. Especially early season riding.
I'm going to be running the trail with my Dad and his friend who are past the days of two wheel bikes, they are both riding Urals with the sidecar. Do you think there is a need for a chainsaw or will the handsaw do the trick? Last year in Idaho we came across a tree on the trail about 20 inches diameter, we were able to get around it luckily.
At a minimum - some food, lots of water (I'm in NM), tools and tire repair stuff, baseball cap and larger jungle hat, sunscreen and a tarp. Fixing tube tires with no center stand on a hot (or the odd rainy) day is an ordeal - be prepared for 2-3 hours in the sun or rain.
Great Video, always good to see what others take along. Thanks for the links to the gear as well. BTW, always carry, to the deep woods or to the grocery store.
Excellent video! Thank you. I really need to amp up my first aid kit! I also need a GPS for some extreme social distancing (like 300 miles!) moto camping that may happen in the next few weeks. A few items I always carry, a small folding saw and fire starting rods. If I land in a pond in cold weather, my clothes and lighter may be soaked. A folding saw can help process the wood needed to save you if you are staying the night. (After I crawl out of the bog, my Sig will still work)
@@backcountryadvmoto I agree, great vid. I am also really looking forward to your GPS review. Is it capable of being a stand alone unit in your mind? Ie. Use cellphone GPS/Gaia GPS for on road stuff, and the 66i for backcountry? I would love to hear your thoughts. Thanks for the great content.
A firearm won’t keep you safe. You keep you safe. A firearm will allow you to defend yourself if you are in a position to use it and possess the proper skill set
Well, I’ve traveled the world most of my life and the only place that I’ve ever felt the need to carry was in the USA because it’s the only place on the planet that I have been where I genuinely fear for my life.
Thanks for your videos! Always Very informative and entertaining. Been trying to search for those straps. Found the Giant Loop Adjustable Pronghorn Straps but they don't look the same as yours. Can you share where to buy them and what length are they? Many Thanks !
How do you like the Hellcat? I looked hard at it but went for the Sig 365. Also have a Ruger LC9S for conceal carry and like both for different reasons.
I believe the record bear killed in Alaska was by a 13-year-old girl with a 22LR. At least that wasthe old stat. There might be a new one now. My point is with well placed shots it doesn’t matter what you use something is better than nothing. In my opinion of course 😉
Another nice video, thank you. The GL straps look very easy to use. Out of curiosity, do you carry all of these things in your (and wife or children’s) cars or trucks also?
+V Track depends on the trip, but not every time we leave the house. If we are going driving out somewhere we might be far away from civilization, or out of service, then yes. We like to take drives up in the mountains in the summer and we always pack items like this just in case.
Strange world we live in if you need to carry a gun to feel safe. 53 years old, and only saw these when i was in the military. But hey, different continent. Luckily.
Different strokes for different folks I guess. I was military for 13 years and a cop for 10. It is a strange world we live in and unfortunately I’ve seen a lot of the worst in people over the years. On the bike, I don’t carry a gun to protect myself from people. In north Idaho, I spend a lot of time in the remote backcountry and there are things like grizzlys and wolves that I’d like to have an advantage over.
If you dont carry at least some kind of weapon on you in the remote wilderness, you cant really call yourself prepared. Man has been using tools to defend themselves since the stone age from wild animals or whatever else could try and kill you. It's better to be prepared for the worst than to find yourself in a defensive situation and have nothing but your bare hands to protect yourself or loved ones. Self defense is a basic human right.
Do you carry on your waistband? My concern about carrying while riding is that guns aren't soft, and If I were to fall on one of mine I could really hurt myself.
Hey really nice Video, just working my way through your back catalogue historical video's as I have 3 bikes, CRF1000L Adventure Sport (silver) 2019, VFR800 2003 VTEC red, and a CRF250L 2013, I was surprised about the firearm towards the end. Its something in the UK I personally can't get my head around. I understand it's totally your right, I also appreciate you are well trained in its use. But can you enlighten me briefly why so many people carry a firearm or even open carry versus concealed? In the UK, its obviously not allowed whatsoever, unless you are a trained fire arms officer on duty. Even anything more than a penknife (like smaller than 3"/ baseball/ cricket bat is almost prohibited ... without a ball/ glove to go with it to prove use for play time. Is it because of bears and wild animals? or generally protection from low life scum who might like to do you harm, or take your property who are likely to be carrying illegally? Is this a real day to day risk? I have been to the US before and stopped with a family in Illinois (and had a great time by the way) for Christmas after meeting my partner at the time in Mexico Cancun during spring break, the distance proved a big problem. I could have seen myself living in the US, it didn't work out but still best friends with the fine lady. I have also recently been to New york, I felt very safe actually in New York, which I wasn't really expecting before I went, but I appreciate crime is much lower there now. I guess if you watch the films you don't appreciate that. I'm not challenging, I have been clay pigeon shooting, and also have had an air arms air rifle less than the maximum allowed pressure, but just curious, hope you have the time to reply. All the best, Mark
Great tip on the pronghorn straps. I just added mine to my saddlebags.
No problem with the gun, mine is a Glock 23 or 43x. Retired LEO, never leave home without it!
Same. I was medically retired back in 2017. It’s always on me. Thanks for the comment
I bring most of your list. I've recently started carrying a folding wood saw. With the tree die off and dead trees from fires I'm finding trails that were clean last week, now have downed trees on them. And I hate turning around! Cheers
Good point. I too carry a saw, just didn’t mention in the list. Seems like I’m always the first to find them as well lol. Especially early season riding.
I'm going to be running the trail with my Dad and his friend who are past the days of two wheel bikes, they are both riding Urals with the sidecar. Do you think there is a need for a chainsaw or will the handsaw do the trick? Last year in Idaho we came across a tree on the trail about 20 inches diameter, we were able to get around it luckily.
At a minimum - some food, lots of water (I'm in NM), tools and tire repair stuff, baseball cap and larger jungle hat, sunscreen and a tarp. Fixing tube tires with no center stand on a hot (or the odd rainy) day is an ordeal - be prepared for 2-3 hours in the sun or rain.
Good prep video. Thanks for a fellow North Idaho rider! See you on the trails
Thanks! Glad you liked it. Where from?
Hayden. Usually ride off Bunco, Ohio Match or Canfield. Hit snow this weekend that turned us around.
Great Video, always good to see what others take along. Thanks for the links to the gear as well. BTW, always carry, to the deep woods or to the grocery store.
Thanks for checking it out, and yes it’s on me all the time.
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Excellent video! Thank you. I really need to amp up my first aid kit! I also need a GPS for some extreme social distancing (like 300 miles!) moto camping that may happen in the next few weeks. A few items I always carry, a small folding saw and fire starting rods. If I land in a pond in cold weather, my clothes and lighter may be soaked. A folding saw can help process the wood needed to save you if you are staying the night. (After I crawl out of the bog, my Sig will still work)
Great items to carry 👍🏼
Good video. I carry just about the same stuff except I bring energy bars or nuts form my food. . Keep the content coming
Great video Kyle! I’m looking forward to your overview of that GPS! Stay safe brother! ✌🏼
Glad you liked it
@@backcountryadvmoto I agree, great vid. I am also really looking forward to your GPS review. Is it capable of being a stand alone unit in your mind? Ie. Use cellphone GPS/Gaia GPS for on road stuff, and the 66i for backcountry? I would love to hear your thoughts. Thanks for the great content.
Where did you get those straps?
good stuff as usual!
Thanks Jon 👍🏻
I live in England I’m not allowed to carry but if I could I would in this world you need it stay safe
A firearm won’t keep you safe. You keep you safe. A firearm will allow you to defend yourself if you are in a position to use it and possess the proper skill set
I guess that you have never travelled then
Michael B not on my own I haven’t no
Well, I’ve traveled the world most of my life and the only place that I’ve ever felt the need to carry was in the USA because it’s the only place on the planet that I have been where I genuinely fear for my life.
steven harris do it mate, on your own. And you don’t need to carry
Keep that P365 in my tank bag on every ride!
Thank you!
first aid kit is a must! Thanks. Nice to see I'm on the right track with my everyday carries....we carry just ab out the same stuff.
Here in Texas we love our guns.
flapeddler I was born and raised in Texas 😁 now I live in Idaho. It’s like Texas, with mountains haha
Thanks for your videos! Always Very informative and entertaining. Been trying to search for those straps. Found the Giant Loop Adjustable Pronghorn Straps but they don't look the same as yours. Can you share where to buy them and what length are they? Many Thanks !
+Panama Biker they are the Giant Loop Pronghorns. They are just their brand new version
Thanks for the advice. Was that a 365? I have the same. Do you wear it or maybe keep it in your tank bag?
+ZigPig no it’s the Hellcat. I keep it in my tank bag until I get off the bike then I wear it.
How do you like the Hellcat? I looked hard at it but went for the Sig 365. Also have a Ruger LC9S for conceal carry and like both for different reasons.
I really like it. Ive had several CC guns, but its my favorite so far.
Great video as always! I carry my Hellcat while riding too, but I've heard 10mm is best in bear/cougar territory. Any thoughts on this?
I believe the record bear killed in Alaska was by a 13-year-old girl with a 22LR. At least that wasthe old stat. There might be a new one now. My point is with well placed shots it doesn’t matter what you use something is better than nothing. In my opinion of course 😉
Another nice video, thank you. The GL straps look very easy to use. Out of curiosity, do you carry all of these things in your (and wife or children’s) cars or trucks also?
+V Track depends on the trip, but not every time we leave the house. If we are going driving out somewhere we might be far away from civilization, or out of service, then yes. We like to take drives up in the mountains in the summer and we always pack items like this just in case.
Strange world we live in if you need to carry a gun to feel safe. 53 years old, and only saw these when i was in the military. But hey, different continent. Luckily.
Different strokes for different folks I guess. I was military for 13 years and a cop for 10. It is a strange world we live in and unfortunately I’ve seen a lot of the worst in people over the years. On the bike, I don’t carry a gun to protect myself from people. In north Idaho, I spend a lot of time in the remote backcountry and there are things like grizzlys and wolves that I’d like to have an advantage over.
If you dont carry at least some kind of weapon on you in the remote wilderness, you cant really call yourself prepared. Man has been using tools to defend themselves since the stone age from wild animals or whatever else could try and kill you. It's better to be prepared for the worst than to find yourself in a defensive situation and have nothing but your bare hands to protect yourself or loved ones. Self defense is a basic human right.
Do you carry on your waistband? My concern about carrying while riding is that guns aren't soft, and If I were to fall on one of mine I could really hurt myself.
+Frederick Melms no normally I carry it in my tank bag and will put it on me when I get off the bike.
Hey really nice Video, just working my way through your back catalogue historical video's as I have 3 bikes, CRF1000L Adventure Sport (silver) 2019, VFR800 2003 VTEC red, and a CRF250L 2013, I was surprised about the firearm towards the end. Its something in the UK I personally can't get my head around. I understand it's totally your right, I also appreciate you are well trained in its use. But can you enlighten me briefly why so many people carry a firearm or even open carry versus concealed? In the UK, its obviously not allowed whatsoever, unless you are a trained fire arms officer on duty. Even anything more than a penknife (like smaller than 3"/ baseball/ cricket bat is almost prohibited ... without a ball/ glove to go with it to prove use for play time.
Is it because of bears and wild animals? or generally protection from low life scum who might like to do you harm, or take your property who are likely to be carrying illegally? Is this a real day to day risk? I have been to the US before and stopped with a family in Illinois (and had a great time by the way) for Christmas after meeting my partner at the time in Mexico Cancun during spring break, the distance proved a big problem. I could have seen myself living in the US, it didn't work out but still best friends with the fine lady. I have also recently been to New york, I felt very safe actually in New York, which I wasn't really expecting before I went, but I appreciate crime is much lower there now. I guess if you watch the films you don't appreciate that.
I'm not challenging, I have been clay pigeon shooting, and also have had an air arms air rifle less than the maximum allowed pressure, but just curious, hope you have the time to reply.
All the best, Mark
There's alot of sketchy people commenting 🤭
I concur! Sensible!
Always carry a firearm 👍yes
Im moving to Idaho
everyone tell me that haha
I take my firearm