After 63 years of back country hiking i have found that swede boots keepyourfeetwarm in winter and cool in the summer and are very light weight and be sute to scotch guard the heck out of them. Keep truckin Luke. I have a spinal cord injury so o can't hike much less walk anymore. U wouldn't believe how much i miss it. So i watch your show thanks im your biggest fan . God Bless you and yours. Oh and i really dig your truck.
funny watching this now. Your vehicle has changed a couple times, the camera is definitely better now but overall your videos have stayed very consistent. Would be interesting to see side by side comparisons of the gear :)
The hydration bladder in the freezer trick is the real deal. I read on one manufacturer's website that they recommend doing that. I haven't done that for fear of plastic particulates releasing into the bag when frozen.
Luke, you produce great outdoor videos and I love your positive attitude! Done a lot of miles on the AT and other trails. I am not as tough. I hate the pain of a blister. I have found that I can feel a "hot spot" coming on and I use mole skin early and head off a blister. When you are out for multiple days a piece of mole skin can stay on for several days (though you should change it to monitor infection). A little bit larger piece I have found stays on better also. I would rather forget my sleeping bag than go out hiking with no mole skin!
That would be a GREAT place to do a Truck camping episode. You could bring your wife and kids and show what a family could do on a weekend of camping and hiking in such a place. By the way you said it was a day trip it can't be too far away and wouldn't and it be expensive trip too film and it MAY inspire others to get out and actually do something. when my kids were younger, I use to do the same thing you do now. Now my Grandkids want to go with me when I go exploring. It feels good and I totally enjoy them learning about what's left of our wilderness and how to survive in situations they may run into. Your video hit on things that kids now days need to know. Most of the parents now think that going to a city park is getting out where the wild squirrels live. Keep it up, maybe they'll get the hint.
One really good thing with this video is there isn't too much cuts, and I also enjoyed you told us some personal stuff that you often don't talk about. No self censoring on the colorful language also. :D
Let us know when you get a kickstarter up. I'm in to fund that some. love the channel. started hiking again with my six year old because of it. Thanks.
Part 3: I would recommend the Tanawha Trail if you guys haven't done it before. You can make the hike as long as you want it to be and the views are Beautiful! If you have any questions let me know. Happy to help. I will see if I can get away from the family on Saturday. That would kick ass! Thanks for the invite guys.
Enjoyed watching this old vid during lockdown. As an ex infantry soldier only one word with regarding your feet. Foot powder, foot powder, foot powder! Never under estimate the power of Foot powder. Those socks you were wearing should be Ok as they were outdoor Mamout brand. Make sure you put plenty on your feet to prevent blisters and maybe inside your boot. Enjoyed watching these old vids Luke stay safe Buddy
I had no idea this trail existed til I was driving the other day and saw signs. Looked it up as soon as I got home. Score another point for living in NC.
Great hike today Luke. I broke in a new pair of boots doing the Kattadin climb up in Maine hike I highly recommend! I had the same results you did. When will we learn!
Hey Luke, nice video; you're fortunate to have ready access to so many trails and parks. I live in Fort Myers so Labelle is just up the road, though I've only had occasion to pass through a few times, I only know it by reputation: rural, some nice country, but a bit "hicks in the sticks". I remember my first time driving through on the way to West Palm Beach and thinking, "That's it? That was the town??"
Haha I personally think La Belle is a hell hole. When I was a kid I definitely saw some of the bad aspects of that town, from drugs to murder. Maybe it has grown up some since I was there years ago. Be well my friend. - Luke
beautiful flowers and trails. bikers and horses need their own trails. when i use trails i refuse to go behind horses (i am allergic) and most bikers are RUDE to hikers.
Recently found your channel. Really enjoy. I live an hour west of Labelle .. a "drive thru" town on the way to JROTC annual canoe trip. Love camping and hiking with my son ... Pisgah NF is by far our favorite for all the waterfalls.
Part 2: You could do any number of sections of the Mountain to Sea Trail. It follows most of the Parkway up here so you could start at any point really. You guys could also drive out to Linville and hike the Gorge. There are a ton of different trails out there too. Grandfather Mountain is another option.
Luke. I know this video was seven years ago but this is our first time seeing it. I'm sure that's a perfectly fine trail but that trail, in this video on that given trip, gave both my fiance and I the creeps. Did not feel good about it. I know. That sounds weird but that's just the gut feeling both of us had. But...since you're ok it's all good. 😀
i know this video is older than dirt but one thing you can do to prevent blisters on long hikes or road marches is to wear either dress socks under your regular socks if you are too macho for the second option or if you don't embarrass easily wear women's stockings (short ones or cut off ones) under your regular socks. both of these will greatly reduce friction, though you still have to keep dry or change socks if you do get wet. also apply corn starch or foot powder frequently.
6 - 8 hour hike huh? Wow you have a lot of options my friend. If you want to keep to the Blue Ridge Parkway there is a lot that you can do. You could start at Beacon Heights and do a portion of the Tanawha Trail. Go up to Rough Ridge and check out the killer views. You guys could hike that 3 hours one way and then head back. I'm running out of space so I will reply again in a second.
speaking of the tripod. there is a device that you can attach to a trecking pole that will hold your camera so you can hold it out in front of you. I think I will buy a trecking pole and also get that mount for a camera
Hahahah, lols moment. That intro showed Luke using his knife on a blister, the next shot was a red looking meal sachet.........perhaps he took off a little too much skin, and decided to add to the stew!! Hahaahaha (insert Austin Powers Goldmember "That's a Keeper" line here)
sparky0288 Hey, man. Check out this website, click the link of which state you'd like to hike in, and find all the wheelchair accessible trails in your area: www.traillink.com/activity/wheelchair-accessible-trails.aspx
after I get all the equipment I need im going to hike section A of the Pacific Crest Trail. section A starts at the Mexican border and goes for 124 miles. if you want to hike it with me im open to that idea. I can accommodate you in my guest room here in southern California. I think it will take me all winter to get all the hiking essentials I need so maybe next year. I have section A loaded on my Garmin GPS receiver and I can load everything to you.
1:08 ..Ouch! I use folding tiny scissors from eBay to cut a shape around the edges of the blister, and cut a hole over the size of the open blister that has the damaged and separated skin removed. Then, I put moleskin over the moleskin “donut” to equalize the pressure on the blister from the hiking shoe. I wear new hiking shoes around town to avoid any problems on the trail.
Hey, just a suggestion, you should check out some eye protection. Maybe some ess crossbows or crosshairs. Looks like a lot of possibilities for eye poking. Thanks for making the vid. Keep it up.
Hi Luke. I know this was an old video but my husband suggested you try baby powder in your socks to prevent blisters. You probably know that by now. Lol. Love your channel and your sweet family.
i need all the hear that someone would need im planning on buying my pack from cqmelbak rated 20-25 pounds. and a tent and sleeping bag. I have a Garmin Oregon 550t gps receiver and I want to get a pentax wg-3 gps camera waterproof. do you have any suggestions on the other gear I need? plus a sleeping bag and tent? thanks
hey luke i bought 1 last night on action on ebay $1000,00 thank you full accesories, im and organic soap maker /product maker im about health aand well being, my product are specialized for people with skin issues
Why didn't you just put a band aid on as soon as you felt that blister coming on . If i do that i don't feel a thing more from it. Makes the trip much more comfortable, you save the pain killer and the risk of infection. No reason to be a tough guy when it comes to things like that 😃
Luke hate to be the bearer of bad news but new studies have found rattlers above the 13000 foot range in the mountains. Guess you been very lucky not coming across one.
I probably missed this somewhere along the way but, you talked about working from home but didn't really say what you do.mWhat line of work are you in, if you don't mind me asking? Photographer?
Alright TOGR its me again, NEED HELP! My buddy and I are going to be in your area this Saturday(May18). We want to Hike for 6 to 8 hours(we avg. 2mph). Will you help us pick a trail? We will be in one vehicle, so a loop or a there and back trail would be great. You are more than welcome to come along with us( that would be super cool!). Any help will be greatly appreciated. Thanks a million bud....Keep up the VIDS!
After 63 years of back country hiking i have found that swede boots keepyourfeetwarm in winter and cool in the summer and are very light weight and be sute to scotch guard the heck out of them. Keep truckin Luke. I have a spinal cord injury so o can't hike much less walk anymore. U wouldn't believe how much i miss it. So i watch your show thanks im your biggest fan . God Bless you and yours. Oh and i really dig your truck.
Thank you so much. I really do appreciate it.
funny watching this now. Your vehicle has changed a couple times, the camera is definitely better now but overall your videos have stayed very consistent. Would be interesting to see side by side comparisons of the gear :)
The hydration bladder in the freezer trick is the real deal. I read on one manufacturer's website that they recommend doing that. I haven't done that for fear of plastic particulates releasing into the bag when frozen.
Luke, you produce great outdoor videos and I love your positive attitude!
Done a lot of miles on the AT and other trails. I am not as tough. I hate the pain of a blister. I have found that I can feel a "hot spot" coming on and I use mole skin early and head off a blister.
When you are out for multiple days a piece of mole skin can stay on for several days (though you should change it to monitor infection). A little bit larger piece I have found stays on better also. I would rather forget my sleeping bag than go out hiking with no mole skin!
That would be a GREAT place to do a Truck camping episode. You could bring your wife and kids and show what a family could do on a weekend of camping and hiking in such a place. By the way you said it was a day trip it can't be too far away and wouldn't and it be expensive trip too film and it MAY inspire others to get out and actually do something.
when my kids were younger, I use to do the same thing you do now. Now my Grandkids want to go with me when I go exploring. It feels good and I totally enjoy them learning about what's left of our wilderness and how to survive in situations they may run into.
Your video hit on things that kids now days need to know. Most of the parents now think that going to a city park is getting out where the wild squirrels live.
Keep it up, maybe they'll get the hint.
Thanks for the trip again Luke ,love it!
Thank you brother. Hope you are well.
Hey, what a great Hike and thanks for letting me come with you, Love the Channel and your Outlook on the Great Outdoors = Respect from the UK
pasco florida here we love your channel
My heart longs for this,
I wish we could more camping show's with Susie. Susie your great, you make the show
One really good thing with this video is there isn't too much cuts, and I also enjoyed you told us some personal stuff that you often don't talk about. No self censoring on the colorful language also. :D
Let us know when you get a kickstarter up. I'm in to fund that some. love the channel. started hiking again with my six year old because of it. Thanks.
45 min in...love the "Tripod" story...every time...entertaining. "What have I done?" LOL. You 'da man Luke.
Greg Kling Hahaha Have a great weekend Greg,
thank you.
- Luke
I lived in Labelle, years ago, when it was literally just a cowtown. My fater was a Baptist minister there.
Thanks pal! Definitely got more videos coming up.
Part 3: I would recommend the Tanawha Trail if you guys haven't done it before. You can make the hike as long as you want it to be and the views are Beautiful! If you have any questions let me know. Happy to help. I will see if I can get away from the family on Saturday. That would kick ass! Thanks for the invite guys.
Enjoyed watching this old vid during lockdown. As an ex infantry soldier only one word with regarding your feet. Foot powder, foot powder, foot powder! Never under estimate the power of Foot powder. Those socks you were wearing should be Ok as they were outdoor Mamout brand. Make sure you put plenty on your feet to prevent blisters and maybe inside your boot. Enjoyed watching these old vids Luke stay safe Buddy
I had no idea this trail existed til I was driving the other day and saw signs. Looked it up as soon as I got home. Score another point for living in NC.
Great hike today Luke. I broke in a new pair of boots doing the Kattadin climb up in Maine hike I highly recommend! I had the same results you did. When will we learn!
Very enjoyable, thanks!
Amazing trek! Will definitely check out that "moleskin"! That Mountain house lasagna is for sure awesome.
That was a fun trek. Might have to do that again some time. :)
Hey Luke, nice video; you're fortunate to have ready access to so many trails and parks. I live in Fort Myers so Labelle is just up the road, though I've only had occasion to pass through a few times, I only know it by reputation: rural, some nice country, but a bit "hicks in the sticks". I remember my first time driving through on the way to West Palm Beach and thinking, "That's it? That was the town??"
Haha I personally think La Belle is a hell hole. When I was a kid I definitely saw some of the bad aspects of that town, from drugs to murder. Maybe it has grown up some since I was there years ago.
Be well my friend.
- Luke
beautiful flowers and trails. bikers and horses need their own trails. when i use trails i refuse to go behind horses (i am allergic) and most bikers are RUDE to hikers.
La Hell, I use to live in Naples Fl back in 94 to 2004, now up in greenville SC
Recently found your channel. Really enjoy. I live an hour west of Labelle .. a "drive thru" town on the way to JROTC annual canoe trip.
Love camping and hiking with my son ... Pisgah NF is by far our favorite for all the waterfalls.
Thanks Metsfan! :) Hope you are well buddy.
Another great one! :D Take care as always.
To assist with determining direction, remember this: The bark..... always grows on the outside of the tree.
Part 2: You could do any number of sections of the Mountain to Sea Trail. It follows most of the Parkway up here so you could start at any point really. You guys could also drive out to Linville and hike the Gorge. There are a ton of different trails out there too. Grandfather Mountain is another option.
THE RAM VAN!!!!!!!!
Thank you for the sub my friend. In the future I will do some trail buddy videos. :) I know of the perfect person....
Luke. I know this video was seven years ago but this is our first time seeing it. I'm sure that's a perfectly fine trail but that trail, in this video on that given trip, gave both my fiance and I the creeps. Did not feel good about it. I know. That sounds weird but that's just the gut feeling both of us had. But...since you're ok it's all good. 😀
Thanks Darkshadow!
i know this video is older than dirt but one thing you can do to prevent blisters on long hikes or road marches is to wear either dress socks under your regular socks if you are too macho for the second option or if you don't embarrass easily wear women's stockings (short ones or cut off ones) under your regular socks. both of these will greatly reduce friction, though you still have to keep dry or change socks if you do get wet. also apply corn starch or foot powder frequently.
Not everyone is a guy that watches your video! Some women enjoy backpacking.
That sounds like a great idea!
6 - 8 hour hike huh? Wow you have a lot of options my friend. If you want to keep to the Blue Ridge Parkway there is a lot that you can do. You could start at Beacon Heights and do a portion of the Tanawha Trail. Go up to Rough Ridge and check out the killer views. You guys could hike that 3 hours one way and then head back. I'm running out of space so I will reply again in a second.
Just found this adventure. OMG Luke Love 💖, you look sooooooo Young. ❤️💕😂😂🇬🇧💖👍
Thanks brother. We might have to make this happen! :)
speaking of the tripod. there is a device that you can attach to a trecking pole that will hold your camera so you can hold it out in front of you. I think I will buy a trecking pole and also get that mount for a camera
My gah.... that is one sweet van!
Thank you so much. :)
Another great video from TheOutdoorGearReview.
what GPS did you use?Ive lived in NC all my life and just recently found out about this trail.Thanks in advance
May God bless you and your travels.
What kind of little propane stove is that you used??? I didn't catch the name??🤔🤔
My boy friend use to live in Labelle Fl...I’ve stayed there many time ! Small but wouldn’t want to live there! Lol
Haha Thanks Brady.
Hahahah, lols moment. That intro showed Luke using his knife on a blister, the next shot was a red looking meal sachet.........perhaps he took off a little too much skin, and decided to add to the stew!! Hahaahaha (insert Austin Powers Goldmember "That's a Keeper" line here)
Thanks mate. In the defense of the boots; that was more my fault than theirs. :)
Boy I wish I could go for hikes like that.....
sparky0288 Come on out to NC and we'll go on one.
- Luke
I wish I could, but I'm sure the trails are not wheelchair accessible..
sparky0288 Hey, man. Check out this website, click the link of which state you'd like to hike in, and find all the wheelchair accessible trails in your area: www.traillink.com/activity/wheelchair-accessible-trails.aspx
Thanks I'll check it out
after I get all the equipment I need im going to hike section A of the Pacific Crest Trail. section A starts at the Mexican border and goes for 124 miles. if you want to hike it with me im open to that idea. I can accommodate you in my guest room here in southern California. I think it will take me all winter to get all the hiking essentials I need so maybe next year. I have section A loaded on my Garmin GPS receiver and I can load everything to you.
Great Vid...Go for it on the Kick start idea..We wanna see more vids..!
1:08 ..Ouch!
I use folding tiny scissors from eBay to cut a shape around the edges of the blister, and cut a hole over the size of the open blister that has the damaged and separated skin removed.
Then, I put moleskin over the moleskin “donut” to equalize the pressure on the blister from the hiking shoe.
I wear new hiking shoes around town to avoid any problems on the trail.
If I remember right LaBelle is around cleweston near okacjobee I used to live in ft.myers and fish in lake okacjobee.
Please send me the link for the site u mentioned that supports projects that some of us may consider doing on you tube. Or other platforms.
HAHA You almost made me spit out my coffee!
You're welcome!
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Ok, I agree!
Like the movie idea!
I absolutely love your video and I'm your biggest fan
What pack is in this video? What brand and size?
Nice goin' Opie!
As you were hiking down the trail i almost thought something black was behind you unsure
Trying to find your hike where you meet the horses. Those are super great looking horses. I wanted to ask you some questions about the horses.
Crazy how much times have changed
Luke you like exploring i know you get on the water sometimes but have you ever explored a wild cavern?
Very Good video!! Having a thought of geting the pair of Wellco Combat Boots until seeing the blister on your foot!! :D
Take good care !!
They love their ARs and so do i
Hey, just a suggestion, you should check out some eye protection. Maybe some ess crossbows or crosshairs. Looks like a lot of possibilities for eye poking. Thanks for making the vid. Keep it up.
Haha I see you bumpin the house music in the older days
Cool video Luke! I think this is one of the oldest videos of yours I have seen so far. Looking good my friend!
Hi Luke. I know this was an old video but my husband suggested you try baby powder in your socks to prevent blisters. You probably know that by now. Lol. Love your channel and your sweet family.
i need all the hear that someone would need im planning on buying my pack from cqmelbak rated 20-25 pounds. and a tent and sleeping bag. I have a Garmin Oregon 550t gps receiver and I want to get a pentax wg-3 gps camera waterproof. do you have any suggestions on the other gear I need? plus a sleeping bag and tent? thanks
Good video
Great vid!!!
hey luke i bought 1 last night on action on ebay $1000,00 thank you full accesories, im and organic soap maker /product maker im about health aand well being, my product are specialized for people with skin issues
Could you put an ointment with benzocaine to numb the blister pain instead of taking ibuprofen?
Haha That's the method I use.
Wear two pairs of thinner socks, you will never get a blister. Even with brand new boots.
7 years ago. The van, and you look away ypunger!!
I lived in Nocatee, Florida one time, so I know about Labelle.
Hey Luke do you do this camping channel for a living or do you have a normal job you do as well
Why didn't you just put a band aid on as soon as you felt that blister coming on . If i do that i don't feel a thing more from it. Makes the trip much more comfortable, you save the pain killer and the risk of infection. No reason to be a tough guy when it comes to things like that 😃
I think it might be a good idea to get some project funding. I would watch your movie.
Luke hate to be the bearer of bad news but new studies have found rattlers above the 13000 foot range in the mountains. Guess you been very lucky not coming across one.
Dude u are awesome
I probably missed this somewhere along the way but, you talked about working from home but didn't really say what you do.mWhat line of work are you in, if you don't mind me asking? Photographer?
I'm a web developer my friend.
- Luke
Damn near vertical means you walk down a 4 degree hill lolol NICE PLEASE KEEP GOING lolol
LITTLE DICK
welcome to my world i have 3 daughter all under 10 for me to go for a walk up the mountain on my own like winning the lottery.
Do you wear light colored (e.g., orange, yellow, etc) T Shirts by design?
Alright TOGR its me again, NEED HELP! My buddy and I are going to be in your area this Saturday(May18). We want to Hike for 6 to 8 hours(we avg. 2mph). Will you help us pick a trail? We will be in one vehicle, so a loop or a there and back trail would be great. You are more than welcome to come along with us( that would be super cool!). Any help will be greatly appreciated. Thanks a million bud....Keep up the VIDS!
Kickstarter is a good idea
Hey Luke..you will regret selling the VAN. Cool vehicle and if you owned it WHY sell???? just sayin..been there done that and regretted it:)
Luke, I would donate to the kick starter if you ever get it up and need to keep the chanel going.
Luke, you're a kid in this movie, even your voice sounds younger
Luke, I use to hear voices too, but now that I have a cell phone they just text me.
So are you saying hike 45 miles in one 24 hour period
Please don't stop actually reviewing the gear that's why I watch.
I've got a Berber that folds up it was my moms
NO CAPTIONS!!!