Surprising New Backpacking Gear You Must See - First Impressions
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- Опубліковано 21 бер 2024
- 👇 GEAR FROM THE VIDEO 👇
Offset Trio Tent: geni.us/OffsetTrio
Rapide SL Pad: geni.us/RapideSL
Kakwa 55 Pack: geni.us/Kakwa55
Alpaca Wool Sweater: geni.us/PakaFleece
Alpaca Wool Shirt: geni.us/PakaEveryday
Trekology Ultra Pillow: geni.us/TrekologyUltraPillow
Samaya 2.0 Tent: geni.us/Samaya2
Mesh Baselayers: geni.us/MeshTop
Flash Air Pack: geni.us/FlashAir50
Flicker UL Sleeping Bag: geni.us/Flicker-UL
Atom Mo Pack: geni.us/TheMo
Versalite Rain Gear: geni.us/VersaliteJacket
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⭐ MY FAVORITE GEAR ⭐
Garmin InReach Mini: geni.us/InReachMini2
Decathlon Down Jacket - geni.us/Trek100DownJacketM
REI Flash 55 Pack: geni.us/Flash55
Enlightened Equipment Enigma Quilt: geni.us/enigmadown
Garmin Fenix Watch: geni.us/FenixWatch
Lanshan 1 Pro Tent: geni.us/Lanshan1Pro
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📷 MY FILMING GEAR 📷
Sony ZV-E1: geni.us/Sony-ZVE1
GoPro Hero 11: geni.us/GoPro11
Insta360 One X3: geni.us/Insta-360
Rode Wireless Mic: geni.us/Rode-Wireless
Komperdell Camera Staff: geni.us/CameraStaff
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👇 GEAR FROM THE VIDEO 👇
Offset Trio Tent: geni.us/OffsetTrio
Rapide SL Pad: geni.us/RapideSL
Kakwa 55 Pack: geni.us/Kakwa55
Alpaca Wool Sweater: geni.us/PakaFleece
Alpaca Wool Shirt: geni.us/PakaEveryday
Trekology Ultra Pillow: geni.us/TrekologyUltraPillow
Samaya 2.0 Tent: geni.us/Samaya2
Mesh Baselayers: geni.us/MeshTop
Flash Air Pack: geni.us/FlashAir50
Flicker UL Sleeping Bag: geni.us/Flicker-UL
Atom Mo Pack: geni.us/TheMo
Versalite Rain Gear: geni.us/VersaliteJacket
Waiting for the final review of the Rapide SL
Someone needs to make a pump sack That is also an inflatable pillow.
Great idea 💡
💯
It exists, Exped Pillow Pump.
@@Jyysson awesome, thanks for sharing
@@Jyysson Woot checking thx
Will you make a longer/more tested review of the Rapid? I was hoping that pad would be my new pad and I was willing to carry the weight of it compared to others for the increased comfort but the problem with r-value not being up to par scares me...
More reviewers need to do this. It’s great to see products before it’s used, during use and a long time update. Great work!!!!
Thank you for your bias-free analysis of the equipment. Helps me avoid unfortunate,expensive mistakes.
Thanks for this Justin! Looking forward to hearing about the zpacks offset trio specifically!
My partner is fairly tall (6'3"-6'4"), and our current tent is just too heavy and too short (partner's feet/down quilt keep getting wet from condensation). I've been researching 3 person trekking pole tents for some time, and have learned that there really aren't many!
I had already been debating upgrading to the offset trio before seeing this video, but have been nervous dropping so much money as there are very few reviews on this newer tent. We like the width of our MSR three person tent as we use wide pads (with one also wide AND long) and ideally I like to keep my gear inside the tent when I can, but the general length of tents is a no-go. So a tent with lots of room, using trekking poles, and having extra foot room for my partner is what we are looking for (no more soggy feet!).
Would be interested to hear if the offset trio does okay with condensation? If the storm doors need to be open always at night unless it is storming? We are from Ontario, so our climate here can get a bit wet/humid, but wind isn't normally a huge issue for us. Definitely looking forward to your full review!!
Thanks for the video!
Nice gear video!! I'm a sweater so i kinda want to try a mesh base layer.
I just got my new tent in the mail this week!! Excited to get out n test the MSR frontrange!! Gonna break some rules and have first night be in the backcountry during a snowstorm coming on Sunday night!! 😂🎉
Good stuff! Would love to see a comparison of backpacks (DG Kakwa 55, Atom Mo, maybe an ULA pack?)
I started following your channel for your amazing style on backpacking gear reviews. Organized, not too lengthy, dont beat around the bush to lengthen video play, and very insightful reviews. Very glad u mentioned that the 2024 Rapide was still falling short with the Mylar falling down and the pad still being less comfortable than the helix. Keep doing your thing and don’t let and negative comments from video topics change your style or flow. GOAT🫶
Great review Justin. I like that you are doing the hard yards to test the Zpacks offset trio. I do worry the top connecting fabric holders for the side poles might wear from movement and friction.
Justin - you're great
I love my Durstin Kakwa 55, I used that pack last season and absolutely, really like this pack. I have a bad L5 disk and this pack keeps the weight on my hips. The 2 side pockets are amazing with super easy access to my water bottles and even room for tent poles, or a fly fishing pole or an extra 3rd water bottle for those long dry hikes. The small pocket built into the one side pocket I use for my ID, permits, car key. I like the small pockets on the shoulder straps great place for a cell phone and a In Reach mini. The hip straps have just enough padding, the frame is perfect for such a light weight pack. Cheers!
I have a Durston Kakwa 55 as well, as while all you said is true, I have issue with the volume capacity. The way the pack is built, narrower at the bottom, larger at the top, I have difficulty packing it efficiently. I'm usually packing stuff in separate stuff bags, and I like to put the sleeping bag at the bottom, and there's simply no way to do that, it is too narrow. You also can't really expand the bag upward, you won't be able to close it. So, yes it does carry weight well, but it's limited volume-wise. It's also probably best suited if you pack in one single waterproof bag rather than indivdual stuff bags.
@@marclaliberte5491 I’ve ditched stuff sacks except for my sleeping pad, I just put my down quilt or sleeping bag in the bottom. I use a large trash compactor bag inside the pack to keep things I want dry. I attached some shock cord loops on the bottom of the pack for my tent, not worried about it getting wet and I can grab it easy to set up in the rain. I’ve successfully got my pack weight down to 24 lbs including food water and a camp chair. Cheers!
What size torso have you been measured for and what torso size did you get in the Kakwa? When fully packed, does the Kakwa sit above your shoulders, and if so, does the back of your head bump into it?
@@cheri7828I’m 6’1” so I am using a large. The pack does not hit the back of my head, I even will put my Nimo Switchback pad on top of the pack with plenty of room. If I’m near Yosemite I’ll pump my bear can on top with plenty of room, empty of course, I never want to be too heavy. How that helps cheers.
Hey Justin. Thanks for making videos and doing what you do. I always appreciate watching your content.
I found an affordable quilt option that I never see anyone talk about, maybe take a look? Eastern Mountain Sport makes a quilt called the Clarity 20 (850 down comfort rated to 30F) and it only cost me 160 shipped with their new user discount code. Anyways, not affiliated with them, just stumbled upon it as a budget gear seeker and am impressed with the quality.
Keep doing what you're doing, you do an excellent job!
Great vid! I have a Kakwa 55 and the Mo is probably the only cottage option that interests me as an upgrade, so would love to hear your comparitive thoughts on these two particularly.
Super excited to see what you say on the MO back pack. As thats what im looking at
I test it out and go over some of my initial thoughts in this video: ua-cam.com/video/KudlNX_R1aA/v-deo.html
I love hearing Paka get reviewed! I absolutely love their products! Would love to hear your thoughts on their new Pakafill coat.
The Apu pakafill jacket is shockingly warm for the weight. Really pleasantly surprised by how much I like it despite the high price.
@@matthewpulliam7473 totally agree! It is super warm!
Love to see the mesh / fishnet baselayer. I think it’s wierd how this type of baselayer is only normal where I live (in Norway) and other nordic countries. Because mesh baselayer is the GOAT of baselayers. Can even throw a normal merino baselayer over the fishnet baselayer and you are gonna be so warm
Still looking for that perfect tent. it never going to happen! So if i am backpacking, bike packing or cycle touring. Obvious things like weight, and the the size of poles etc. What awesome things can deliver and so versatile everyone can use. Very honest and knowledge. Love Alpace!
I'm so excited to see your rain jacket review, I am tired of being disappointed on cheaper rain jackets and unwilling to bite the bullet on expensive ones!
I'm really curious about the mesh base layers, heard they perform really well, so look forward to your video on that
I find it to be great underneath a wool base layer on ski trips.
If I getsweaty and stop, without it I will feel cold, especially on my back.
The mesh doesn’t feel cold on my skin, probably because it’s a limited amount of damp fabric against the skin.
Nice review! "Brynje" is Norwegian for a chainmail armor, worn by medieval knights. The mesh base layer looks like a chainmail armor, hence the name. 😊
I'm really looking forward to your thoughts on the Montbell Versalite gear. That's what I carry, after TONS of research, but no ability to test multiple brands. I love the giant pit zips, but I heat up pretty quickly in it. What I don't know is, is it still more breathable than most (all?) others, or did I make a poor choice. I'm never going to go buy several, or maybe even any more rain jackets. I could end up with a poncho. Curious to see how it measures up. I've had my eye on the mesh baselayer for a few months, too. Looking forward to the next one!
Need to test the Packa rain poncho/jacket. Top Product!
Great review, thanks: a question about the Kakwa 55: is it to hot in the back? Did you sweat a lot?
I would highly recommend Brynje Arctic Combat shirt. It gives you a mesh base layer with merino wool on top of the sleeves so your hands stay warm without overheating the whole body.
Hi Justin. Great to see you back. Hope you’re doing ok. Excellent video and just wanted to say you’re awesome. From 🇦🇺🦘
Interested to see what you think of The Mo. They’re made in the Lake District UK near me and they seem like a great company. I have a custom Atom+ from them and can’t wait to get out with it soon
The Feathered Friends Flicker bags/quilts look interesting. I have a WM EverLite that’s basically the same concept, it’s comfortable to its 45F rating with light baselayers and I’ve cowboy camped down to around 36F wearing a hooded down jacket over my baselayer. I do like the center zipper on the Flicker, though, and wish more high-end sleeping bags came with them. I find them a lot easier to zip.
With that shirt, you could put on your own Rocky Horror Picture Show on trail. Hikers could throw Knorr Rice during the wedding scene.
Rapide sl for me is the most comfortable pad I have ever used but in cold weather I froze my butt off! Felt cold coming through the pad everywhere.
BRYNJE! Excited to see your thoughts on that one.
I own the arctic combat shirt from brynje. Best base layer ever especially when combined with polartec alpha direct mid.
US people are finally waking up to what Northern Europeans have used for ages
Can't wait to hear your thoughts on Brinje and the Zen Bivy pad + system! Thanks for the solid gear reviews and adventure videos.
Zenbivypoopoo
I'm wondering if you could please include frogg togs in your jacket video? I would love to know how the budget option stacks up to insanely expensive alternatives.
Frogg toggs are very popular. Many days it's the most common jacket one sees.
I recently purchased a Megapillow at REI for $40 on sale. That sale is over, but they currently have a 20% off coupon for members.
It’s the first inflatable pillow I’ve tried that’s tall enough for me to comfortably side sleep. I agree it’s the most comfortable backpacking pillow I’ve tried.
I’m returning the Nemo Fillo. (I see why a lot of people like the Fillo, but it isn’t tall enough for me. )
Love the vid! What about the BD Deploy 325 headlamp? Will we see some review soon? :)
Great video, Justin! I love PAKA clothing!
I was going you were going to review the new REI flash 50. I bought the original 55 based on your reviews and videos
Ready for that Atom Mo review - can't seem to find one that evaluates the frame and hip belt in depth enough other than "it's comfortable"
Hi, i watched all your videos, and your using durston x mid 1 pro. How is the condensation of this tent? And is this good for heavy rain?
Any word on that universal lid for toaks pots that you were planning on releasing?
Brynje
Already in the early 70s
I was wearing them in cotton for the summer and wool for the winter
Don’t forget the lighthearted gear rain jacket.
Have you considered testing the no-name dupes for the popular Durston tents?
Hey Justin! Have you ever tested the ULA Catalyst pack? It's been around for a while obviously, but with some recent updates. I'd be curious your thoughts on that pack if you have any
Any recommendations on a spring summer sleeping bag under 100$. I live in California so don’t need to worry about rain much. Just temps can get to 30-40 at night. Oh desert get cold nights in summer so yea hot at day cold at night.
I’ve been wanting a Paka sweater for awhile. So happy you reviewed this brand. But who can afford the $60 shipping/duty on one sweater!? You wouldn’t happen to know of a supplier in Canada or Calgary would you?
Lenny Kravitz needs those fishnet base layers, or Prince if he was still alive.
welp, now i'm paranoid about taking the new rapide out on the JMT this summer lol. I haven't tested it out yet and was going to soon, but it's gonna be difficult to test in colder temps now that it's March and i'm in the mild bay area. I think I'm going to get the tensor all season and see if it's comfy enough.
What are the names of the blue and orange hoodies your wearing in the video?
Durston 3p when?
I want a trekking pole tent with a full 75” width
I got the big angnes and did not seem to have those issues. Yours was packaged differently, I personally love it very warm when I slept in -2c
Do you have the 2024 version?
@@JustinOutdoors i'm not sure, i got it in 2024, so i would asume so, it doest say anywhere what version it is.
@@kivyliuswhat R value is on the box?
Purple pants
I hope your comparison includes the Gore R7 Shakedry jacket, which is the best ultralight rain jacket on (and soon to be off) the market. Nothing really compares to Shakedry, with only Columbia's Outdry coming a distant second, and everything else that uses DWR not even worth mentioning. I'd rather go with a cheap silpoly than deal with DWR.
I just used mine for 8 days in Patagonia and it’s fantastic. I like it more than my Montbell Versatile.
Looking forward to the rain gear review as I’d like something lighter.
I’ve been a fan of Brenje (haha I can’t say it or spell it correctly). It’s the real deal. Only problem is I can’t wear around d my wife as she laughs hysterically 😂 I’d be quite surprised if your findings are different than mine.
Does this pillow exist: at least 5 inches thick, pad strap, less than 4 oz?
Does anybody make a ultralight carbon fiber sub woofer for my Bluetooth speaker?
I tried the Durston Kakwa but the hip belt did not fit me
Who makes mesh leggings for tick / bug protection?
I'm about to take my new BA Rapide SL on a 7-day trip, with night temperatures probably around freezing. I haven't been able to test it yet, so this video has made me anxious! I do wonder if the issue of cold spots has to do with using a quilt vs a sleeping bag. Perhaps a sleeping bag distributes the cold spots a bit more?
Let us know how it goes!
@@GunSheppard sorry to disappoint, but I chickened out and took my Thermarest XTherm instead. I figured it was too risky to go for such a long hike with a potentially cold pad. I'll try it out some other time...
@@jorisev Probably the right call! I'd take my xtherm too if I were in your shoes!
@@GunSheppard for what it's worth: I took my BA Rapide SL on a trip just now. I spent 4 nights on it, with minimum temps going down to about 5-6 degrees Celsius (41-43 fahrenheit), and I was perfectly fine. Didn't feel cold. Also this pad is super comfortable!
Hello Justin, may I ask how tall are you? Thanks!
Any news on the Big Agnes Rapide SL? Waiting for an update. Reviews seem mixed. 2022 version was fantastic, 2024 seems to have much more negative reviews. Looking for your guidance on this one Justin
I just took out my 2024 BA Rapide SL on a trip. Had 4 nights with a minimum temperature of 5-6 degrees Celsius (40 degrees Fahrenheit). The pad was definitely warm enough for that. I think right around freezing would be the limit for this pad. In my experience, this means the R value is more or less correct, since my old Thermarest All-Season was R4.9 and also felt cold below freezing.
I did always sleep on (usually wet) grass - I'm not sure whether that matters.
Great video Justin Indoors! you have to do a collab with eric indoors too!
I sense sarcasm but unfortunately the joke is over my head. Can you please explain?
@@Not.Satoshihe is called outdoors, but he spend most of the time at home indoors... so that is a better name :P
😂 Justin Indoors Eric Indoors and Dan Indoors 😂
@@rcmodelsandmore5992yes, these names are hilarious!
The Samaya tent has CIS logo on it.
Definitely been planning on a Brinje purchase before the cold weather returns. I need a 8 inch lily’s air pillow. Nothing works and modifications end up bringing me to level of pack weight and size that ruins the whole idea o f an air pillow.
Quick question, as I'm a bit confused, as I just bought a kula cloth for my daughter for backpacking this summer. Why did you have a kula cloth on the Kakwa 55 pack? It's my understanding it's only for those who have to squat in the woods to pee. Keep up the great work, thank you for your videos, they really helped me out on some decisions on making my purchases for starting out backpacking this summer.
It’s to dry up after a hiker bidet wash
While Kula Cloths are originally intended as a pee cloth, they do have other uses. Some people use them to dry out their pot after boiling water, for example. Or, in my case, I used one the other day for a bloody nose since it was faster to grab than digging in my pack for something else, plus it washes out easily.
Hey Justin, been watching since you did that 5 hour video a few years ago, but I've only recently started really getting into it, as i'm making preparations to get into hiking/backpacking/camping with my Fiance this year.
Truthfully I don't really know where to start, in terms of building a setup to camp in Canadian conditions (I'm in Ontario: Hot humid mosquito filled summers, Cold, dry winters). I don't know where to get things from, what brands are good, what are essentials for camping out here, and especially how to do it on a broke ass university student budget. I was wondering if you or anyone could help a dude out and possibly help me find a jumping off point? Even if theres older videos that you or someone else has done that I could start tackling these issues with, I would really appreciate it.
Oh one last thing, if it isn't too much of a hassle, could you also post CAD prices for the items in your reviews? Kinda hard to find reliable pricepoints for gear that isn't USD. I appreciate you dude, you totally planted the seed to start us on this journey and I can't thank you enough for it.
Re: the big Agnes sl 2024, I couldn't disagree with you more, I've used mine in minus 4 °c and been toasty warm with a 3 season bag. I'm wondering why yours is in a huge bag, mine packs down much smaller and is a few grammes lighter than the original version. I'd highly recommend the SL rapide any time.
I just got mine new 2024 rapide sl and I froze twice now . They may have some inconsistencies in quality.
@@behind-the-gear when I worked in the outdoor industry (here in the UK) I noticed a big difference in quality in thermarest neo air X lites, we had a batch of USA made ones and got loads back with faults/leaks etc, yet the made in Ireland versions were bombproof (I've had my Irish made one 12 years now and it's never deflated/punctured) maybe it's something to do with that, I don't know. Like I say, I can't fault the new rapide sl, I also have the long/wide version, it's the comfiest pad I've ever had.
@@trooperwolfie is yours the 2024 version or previous model? Looking for new sleep pad and thought I had it nailed down until hear of all these inconsistencies
@@Champagnepeppiii mines the new 2024 version, I've got no complaints with it at all, I've slept on it with a Sierra designs cloud 20 3 season bag here in the UK upto minus 4 °c with snow, frost and ice on the ground and tent and been very comfortable.
I got cold at 30f using with a WM Ultralight mummy bag.
I bought BIG AGNES RAPIDE SL and used it last week for the first time - it was around 0 celsius outside and (very unpleasant surprise) I felt cold. It seemed like the pad is full of cold air and no insulation, it was cold at the pressure point where my body touched the pad. I did not see if the reflective film fell on to the ground, but it felt like that. I did a ton of research before buying one and nobody mentioned any warmth problems, except you sir. I wish I saw this video sooner. Is the reflective film problem has ALL THE RAPID SL pads or just few, should I send it to warranty? What do you think? Thank you.
I just bought the Rapide SL and haven’t gotten the chance to use it yet. Do you have any other recommendations besides the Rapide? I’ve been looking at the Nemo Tensor, but not sure honestly.
@@ryanolson6408 I am planing to buy Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XTherm NXT MAX Long, with 7,3 R value. It is 2x the price of rapide sl, but I hope there wont be any problem with cold weather. Dont know what to do with Rapide tho :( i might only use it for warm weather conditions.
How come you did not touch any on the zenbivy?
I've already done a full video on the new Zenbivy UL system
The Alpaca base layer you refer to is made from 85% tencel: "85% Tencel / 15% Royal Alpaca" I've never owned anything made from tencel so I am not sure how it does on the trail. All other alpaca fabric clothing I own are majority alpaca and I like them. Would like to hear more comments on this once you've done intensive hiking in them.
Just read that too! I’m wondering same 🤨
If a fishnet shirt is too hard core 👨🎤 try mesh shirts aimed for runners
I have the trekology ultra pillow and am not a fan of that valve.
There is no way to let out a small amount of air if you wanna deflate it some, and I don't really need a huge valve to rapidly dump a ton of air on a pillow
Could you gently poke the membrane of the one-way valve to let a bit of air out?
@@niceguy191 I did try that, but my finger is too fat to fit through the black plastic pieces that hold membrane unfortunately.
I can only fit a couple millimeters of the tip of my finger through, and it’s not enough.
@@mikekraut7643 I was envisioning a non-sharp part of a multi tool or a twig or something. Less than ideal though if you need a second object just to be able to fine tune the pressure
@@niceguy191 I have a Hikenture pillow as well and I love the valve on it
Any one else start humming the Imperial march when they saw the symbol on the side of the tent?
Hell naw blood I am not putting on no damn fishnets
Try pronouncing it as Brynn-yeh 😊
Paka is a terrible company. I bought a hoodie from them and when I went to wash it for the first time, while following their directions, it got absolutely ruined. I reached out to them and they said I should have gotten it dry cleaned. Why not just have that in the directions? I would have done that first. When I asked for a replacement, all they could offer was a 20% off coupon. Would never do business with this company ever again after this interaction. There’s plenty of cottage companies that would stand by their products.
I don’t even know that company but now they lost a future customer.
It's not specific to paka. All 100% wool fabric you have to be very careful when washing.
Yeah.....I'm not buying anything for hiking that needs dry cleaning. What if you're on a long/thru-hike and need to do laundry? I'm gonna also hit the dry cleaners in trail towns along the way? Nah
@terrycanedo4238 they don't need dry cleaning. Use wool wash gentle cycle. No agitator. Guessing this guy had an agitator.
I completely disagree
I own 8 pairs of socks
2 sweaters
3 of their base layers
3 pairs of underwear
I absolutely love them. I shrunk 1 hoody because I dried it.... My fault
Everything else has been spectacular quality
You sound like the Paka facebook adds “light weight” but don’t actually give the weight and then after digging and asking I finally get the specs and it heavier than a wet dog.
I just bought the new Rapide to use with a quilt. Guess I'm doomed 💀
Same here - I'm going on a trip in about a week, I'll try to remember to come back here to share my experience. Night temps are expected to be at or just above freezing.
Same
@@jorisevback from your trip yet?
@@phillipgardner3297 for what it's worth: I took my BA Rapide SL on a trip just now. I spent 4 nights on it, with minimum temps going down to about 5-6 degrees Celsius (41-43 fahrenheit), and I was perfectly fine. Didn't feel cold. Also this pad is super comfortable! (I used an EE Revelation 20F quilt + a liner)
@@jorisev thank you for the reply
I think I am one of the few that didn’t like the Rapide. I found it loud and uncomfortable
Am I the only one that wants to know why @JustinOutdoors is carrying a Kula Cloth?? LOL
I don’t care what BA states for r-value. Their pads always sleep cold. Below 50f and you will feel it quickly. I only use Exped and sea to summit pads and gave up on BA many years ago. And they’re tents suck, also
I agree with you on their pads sleeping cold but I love my Copper Spur and Tiger Wall. I have a Fly Creek as well that’s performed very well in the field, but I’ve found I don’t like front entry designs with a lot peak height that’s at the door of the tent. Side entry mid-peak design all the way.
$1100 for a tent??!! Geez. Bring back TEMU!!
It’s a very specialized tent for mountaineering made with expensive materials. I doubt you’d ever see one on trail in the three-season.
I wear my paka base layera for everything! Super soft.... Not stinky
Not 100% alpaca... But it's a trade off
I do love everything ihave from them...more than just base layers and socks
A little $$
But i think i wear something from Paka 5 days a week