So from a UA-cam perspective, there doesn't seem to be ANYONE focused on teaching gear repair in the field, either as a focus for the channel or even an occasional topic. Of course, there's no money from sponsors likely available for making this type of content for obvious reasons. Still, I would LOVE to see videos on topics like replacing buckles on backpack straps, repairing a rip in different types of materials, replacing shock cord in tent poles, using tooth floss to sew with ... the list goes on and on for possibilities. Anyone?
How do you know he knows how to do all those things? I mean he is always testing new gear so probably doesn't run into gear breaking that often that he would really be well versed in making repairs. I mean im sure he could figure something out as anyone could, but I don't think he has any special skill at it.
The truth is that Luke is tough enough and experienced enough to really get out there in severe conditions. He puts the gear through real world testing and comes back with very useful insights and evaluations. Thank you Luke for taking the pains to push gear hard enough to separate the diamonds from the lumps of coal.
Hey Luke, you have inspired me to get back out doors and camping. And it turns out my 5 year old daughter absolutley loves camping. We have a blast. Great bonding time and it gets her outside more. So i had to say thank you. Your the man!
I don’t rarely comment but Just want to say Thank You Luke and Susie for these videos I know it takes a lot to hike film and then editing the video so Thank You. With my feet disabilities unable to camp and hike any more so Thank You for taking me along with you. Much Appreciated!!!❤😊
I am stealth camping in my van on the shoreline of a harbor. Watching your videos help me pass the evening nicely as I enjoy them with a cup of hot coffee, tea or hot chocolate. I'm so glad you solved the dilemma with the tent pole. I love the character of your kettle. Mine looks much like yours after five years of use. Viewers have the choice of watching your videos. If the content doesn't seem interesting, move on.
I retired after 30 years as a letter carrier. 30 years of winters working outside in snow, freezing rain, blizzards that dumped 65 inches of snow over the span of 3 days and watching this nearly gives me PTSD! I love the outdoors but now that I have a choice, being out in the snow on purpose, never again! You outdoor UA-camrs are insane this time of year.
Nonsense. The kid has the right gear, he knows how to use it, and he’s young enough that his blood still runs hot. He’s also smart enough to pull the pin if things get too nasty. I’m getting old now too though. I look at these things and smile and think about when my wife and I did it. Do it while you’re young and you can. Getting old changes things so do it while you can!
As a xdeer hunter, you just really want to be out there. Like the ice fishermen sitting on the bucket, without the tent. ( And people leave you alone 😂😂😂 ) Was a storm walker in my youth. And xmilitary stationed in SD, flight line. (- 10 to -30 degrees Fahrenheit). My brother did stuff like this , but I don't ice fish either. The trick is being warm and comfortable, then it's fun. With the right gear🤔🤔 ( like a flame thrower for that icey walkway😂 Check out rirang on air , south Korean utuber who camps in the snow and ice. 😂😂 With a happy attitude. And camps with CATS 😂😂😂 at campgrounds. Easy on the eyes with subtotals. Makes me long to travel again .
@@scottzackery3209I’ve never gone hunting before but the 2 backpacking trips I’ve done really left an impression on me. Kinda like you said I just love being out there, it’s like an itch for me that needs to be scratched every few months 🤣
Nope called a sense of adventure and apparently you have lost it. I served 24 years in the army and my sense of adventure is strong. The big difference is in the military I had to do it and with equipment that weighed a ton and usually almost worthless. Now I chose what gear I want to use and how much it weighs and with Luke's help here what gear works and what gear doesn't.
I probably would never attempt winter tent camping. I have a huge fear of freezing to death, even if I'm well prepared. I'd rather have winter "camping" in a cabin, van, mobile home, etc. where I can be perfectly safe from the cold and wind (with solid walls)... so that even if heating doesn't work, I'm still safe with blankets. I'd love to try it one day, but I'll never do it in a tent away from any "solid" roof. I perfectly understand you, even though I don't work "outside".
LOVE your show mate but your LUT is killin me! LOL. The orange / blue thing certainly gives you a specific look but it gives your skin tone a way to UmpaLumpa orange hue (in my opinion). The only reason I mention this is in no way to tear anything down but to help make your good show a little better with a more cinematic look. Just a thought and I wish you well.
Nice adventure and way to think on your feet on repairing the tent, Luke !! Unfortunately this seems to be the achilles heel of the Litefighter tent as reviewed by Gruntproof and others. The “Ghost Bone Fiber” poles. Apparently they are weaker than advertised and break at the ends as well as anywhere else you bend them a little too far, especially when they are cold. Luckily they offer aluminum poles as well, (albeit at an added cost). The aluminum poles fix the problem and should be standard on this tent until a stronger alternative pole system can replace the aluminum ones if they can find one. They should also upgrade the plastic grommets at the tent corners for metal ones. Otherwise it is a brilliant tent.
Appreciate the time and dedication you put into all of your videos! Multiple shot angles, multiple cameras, using angles to hide cameras, etc. You do a lot (not to mention editing) to create some of the best videos on the platform! A happy and safe New Year to you and yours sir! Thanks for the vidya!
Thank you for your advise regarding your camping trips. You are efficient, wise and very knowledgeable. A good man (and woman) to follow. Your teaching skills are wonderful.
Great video, as usual! Just a little tip for cleaning the kettle, I let mine soak in bleach (the bottom part) for 10 minutes or so and 95% of that carbon deposit just goes away. No scrubbing required, it's cheap and it's easy! Happy camping everyone!
You had your angel with you, they protect you all the time. I have been watching your videos for a long time,love them. I always loved to camp lots of fun and great friends to be with. I live in Ohio a beautiful state lots of places to camp, sad but I am now 81 so my days of camping are over also lost my husband 10 yrs ago. I love all the talks you have, lots of fun, your great. Take care 😊 ❤ Linda Wilde
These videos help so much with my ADHD depression. I constantly keep wanting to get out, but dont due to whatever excuse I can come up with to myself. Thank you for keeping us outdoors.
I’m the same way. Big plans and no action. I have ALL the gear. Most of it still in the box. I lost my husband of 25 years in 2020 and bought a truck and travel trailer. 3 years later I’ve so,d them both and bought a midsize suv (to me it is smal) 2021 ford edge. My only regret is selling my travel trailer and 2021 ford 250. Now I have a 2021 ford edge (only front wheel drive, thought it was AWD before buying). So now I’m equipped. It still haven’t gone out camping. I felt safe in my travel trailer. Not sure about rent camping out of my car.
Yes ! I agree! These things are usually edited out of videos so that everything seems to go seemingly perfect. We all know, real life in the field is NEVER perfect !
Tony is a trip! Love his video's. He doesn't have the same spark since Brucie died, but he's getting there. When do you & Susie plan on going over there to see him? It would be a riot if the fans start mailing stuff to Tony that says Tug Tug on it - whether its a mug, photo, t-shirt, etc. Anything people find that say Tug Tug. I would die laughing!!
I'm glad you mentioned Tony I'm a big fan.tug tug is great.He is a hard working amazing man.we love AB camping. You both should do a blog together. That would be awesome. Like Kent survival, and a Bloke out doors.2 more of my favorite utubers.😊❤
Ignore the criticism Luke, there are idiots everywhere, your videos are excellent. Thank you for sharing your experiences, greetings to you from Argentina, (with 33 degrees Celsius temperature at the moment).
I just wanted to say thank you for doing what you do. I work in an office all the time and don't have the health to get out and do the things in the outdoors that I would like to. But, I feel like I get to be part of your trips with every video and it gives me a mental break from the boring every day life. THANK YOU.
I love it when the coyotes wake up to hunt. Last time I went camping I got woke up at around 2am with them making the ruckus. Got out to see what was up and the moon had come up.
Luke, I follow your channel religiously and really enjoy your videos. The repair on the tent pole was great but I have a question. You said that with everything that you carried in it was too heavy to carry a hand saw or axe. To me, with all of the snow and absolutely no fire danger I would have 86ed some of the water and the little stove and carried a small hand saw and hatchet and built a decent fire and split some bigger pieces of firewood so to burn the dry inner wood to give the wood a chance to dry on it's own. I'm speaking from a lot of years hunting out of tents in deep snow in North Central Pennsylvania. I'm not being critical, I'm just curious. God bless and have a wonderful day.
Greetings from Memphis! My husband and I laughed when you mentioned Tony's tug tug. You and Tony need to do camp together. That would be a hoot. Thanks for the videos. We have not missed one in the last year. Happy New Year to you and Suzie!
Remember the military is away a victim of the lowest bidder. The final price isn’t but the product will be. We learned just to “Embrace the suck” and adapt and overcome. Well done.
Fantastic job of recording for both the "talkies" & the "silent" ones. Very smart, less cutting and editing. Great job done well, take care and God bless
Would be really cool to see a behind the scenes video. Of how you go about filming and editing your video and audio. That alone is a major task in of itself.
I had a similar experience with a much more budget backpacking tent. The nylon/fiberglass cross-pole similar to that tent snapped on me in the middle of the night and scared the crap out of me. Luckily I was able to send it back, and that's when I got the Alps Mountaineering Lynx that I've used for many years now. Cheers.
Happy New Year, Luke! Our trip down in Florida was fabulous. It really pays to get out to see the fog rising off a creek while the sun rises with a pink wash, even at 45°F!
For hiking a couple of hours up a hill, how do you stop the backpack and straps from getting sweat marks on your back and shoulders? All your kit and equipment looks new for been used all the time.
Cleaning your gear when it gets dirty usually does the job. But Luke also has quite a bit of gear, so I’m assuming most of it doesn’t get heavily used. When I got back into hiking I did day trips and 3-season overnights with a 36l Osprey, hundreds of miles and a few dozen nights out have it faded with scrapes & abrasions and salt stains after a few summer hikes but a garden hose, brush, and laundry soap keeps it clean.
❤❤❤ love your videos, they are so educational, inspiring, fun, and appreciated! Thank you for taking the time to help us all to be encouraged for the adventure of “doing it!” Setting up camp, acknowledging the dangers, being prepared always, and using common sense and wisdom. Happy 🎉New Year Luke Suzy(Susie, Sue, Susan, Mrs. S) and family!
I personally like your adventures. It does inspire me. But my physical problems keep me from backpacking any more. This does remind me of past younger times in the great out doors. Keep up the great content. Thanks
You should (you probably have already done it) do a video about care of gear after an adventure. How to dry it, where you should set it up, restocking and maintenance of the gear you use. Just remember to cover windows and be careful of your background. Too many crazies out there. OR, contact local American Legion Post and use their hall. Just a suggestion. Happy New Year.
Luke, you can repair that tent pole with a hardwood wooden dowel that will fit within the inside diameter of the pole. Some Titebond or Gorilla wood glues would work well to secure it. And you may be able to carry a couple of spare dowels sections with you if they will fit your assortment of tents. I hope that you can take out the ICS (Improved Combat Shelter) for a winter trip. I bought one after watching your reviews on it but that was quite a few years ago. We enjoy your videos and look forward to seeing more.
i don't know Luke...I think not having a way to process wood on you may have been a mistake..If Needed...(Knowing the conditions).The ability to do so is PRICELESS...Much love brother ❤..Great video..as always 💪🇺🇸 Strength and Honor
Trick I use with fuel canisters while out in the cold is to set up my stove and use a peice of duct tape and small hot hands and tape that to bottom underside of cannister. usually last about 8 to 10 hours depending and no issues or waiting. Great fix to the tent and good luck finding a replacement.....LOL!
Divine intervention? As an old guy, you look back and sometimes,.... patterns emerge. They're hard to miss and go beyond simple coincidence. That's all I'll say on that. Many of us have had poles break at some point. I remember using a manzanita twig to make a splint once. Can't remember what I used to tie it with but I remember that it held. Manzanita is pretty stiff for such things; almost like nature's fiberglass. Can even use it for tent stakes,...or emergency food. It's a western category of species but there must be an equivalent elsewhere. Another good one. Cheers. 👍
Hi Luke, I hope your family had a wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year. I love both you and Susie. Tony is a great guy, too. . Thanks for the camping today. I always enjoy it….🙋🏻♀️🙏💕
So from a UA-cam perspective, there doesn't seem to be ANYONE focused on teaching gear repair in the field, either as a focus for the channel or even an occasional topic. Of course, there's no money from sponsors likely available for making this type of content for obvious reasons. Still, I would LOVE to see videos on topics like replacing buckles on backpack straps, repairing a rip in different types of materials, replacing shock cord in tent poles, using tooth floss to sew with ... the list goes on and on for possibilities. Anyone?
Great suggestions!
I’d like to see those too.
I believe Luke did do an
episode on how to replace
a broken shock cord a couple of years ago.
How do you know he knows how to do all those things? I mean he is always testing new gear so probably doesn't run into gear breaking that often that he would really be well versed in making repairs. I mean im sure he could figure something out as anyone could, but I don't think he has any special skill at it.
ABSOLUTELY AGREE, 100%…from East Tennessee
Just wondering,,is this recent?
I wasn't suggesting TOGR needs to be the channel; I was just saying I haven't seen it.@@lyman135
The truth is that Luke is tough enough and experienced enough to really get out there in severe conditions. He puts the gear through real world testing and comes back with very useful insights and evaluations. Thank you Luke for taking the pains to push gear hard enough to separate the diamonds from the lumps of coal.
Hey Luke, you have inspired me to get back out doors and camping. And it turns out my 5 year old daughter absolutley loves camping. We have a blast. Great bonding time and it gets her outside more. So i had to say thank you. Your the man!
If you daughter loves camping....run with it. Teach her fishing and hunting. You'll be life long friends as well. You are a lucky man my Friend!
Nice !! Way to go.
I don’t rarely comment but Just want to say Thank You Luke and Susie for these videos I know it takes a lot to hike film and then editing the video so Thank You. With my feet disabilities unable to camp and hike any more so Thank You for taking me along with you. Much Appreciated!!!❤😊
What ever works,worked out great!!!
I am stealth camping in my van on the shoreline of a harbor. Watching your videos help me pass the evening nicely as I enjoy them with a cup of hot coffee, tea or hot chocolate. I'm so glad you solved the dilemma with the tent pole. I love the character of your kettle. Mine looks much like yours after five years of use. Viewers have the choice of watching your videos. If the content doesn't seem interesting, move on.
I retired after 30 years as a letter carrier. 30 years of winters working outside in snow, freezing rain, blizzards that dumped 65 inches of snow over the span of 3 days and watching this nearly gives me PTSD! I love the outdoors but now that I have a choice, being out in the snow on purpose, never again! You outdoor UA-camrs are insane this time of year.
Nonsense. The kid has the right gear, he knows how to use it, and he’s young enough that his blood still runs hot. He’s also smart enough to pull the pin if things get too nasty.
I’m getting old now too though. I look at these things and smile and think about when my wife and I did it. Do it while you’re young and you can. Getting old changes things so do it while you can!
As a xdeer hunter, you just really want to be out there. Like the ice fishermen sitting on the bucket, without the tent. ( And people leave you alone 😂😂😂 ) Was a storm walker in my youth. And xmilitary stationed in SD, flight line. (- 10 to -30 degrees Fahrenheit).
My brother did stuff like this , but I don't ice fish either. The trick is being warm and comfortable, then it's fun. With the right gear🤔🤔 ( like a flame thrower for that icey walkway😂
Check out rirang on air , south Korean utuber who camps in the snow and ice. 😂😂 With a happy attitude. And camps with CATS 😂😂😂 at campgrounds. Easy on the eyes with subtotals.
Makes me long to travel again .
@@scottzackery3209I’ve never gone hunting before but the 2 backpacking trips I’ve done really left an impression on me. Kinda like you said I just love being out there, it’s like an itch for me that needs to be scratched every few months 🤣
Nope called a sense of adventure and apparently you have lost it. I served 24 years in the army and my sense of adventure is strong. The big difference is in the military I had to do it and with equipment that weighed a ton and usually almost worthless. Now I chose what gear I want to use and how much it weighs and with Luke's help here what gear works and what gear doesn't.
I probably would never attempt winter tent camping. I have a huge fear of freezing to death, even if I'm well prepared. I'd rather have winter "camping" in a cabin, van, mobile home, etc. where I can be perfectly safe from the cold and wind (with solid walls)... so that even if heating doesn't work, I'm still safe with blankets.
I'd love to try it one day, but I'll never do it in a tent away from any "solid" roof. I perfectly understand you, even though I don't work "outside".
Great video as usual
I’m laying in bed miserable with the flu… grateful to have Luke’s positive vibes to help get me through such a rotten day. #FluGoAway
Same with me except mine is Covid. Paxlovid rebound to be exact.
This is one of your best looking videos ever. The monochromatic clothing and equipment match the landscape so well, it's a really striking aesthetic.
LOVE your show mate but your LUT is killin me! LOL. The orange / blue thing certainly gives you a specific look but it gives your skin tone a way to UmpaLumpa orange hue (in my opinion). The only reason I mention this is in no way to tear anything down but to help make your good show a little better with a more cinematic look. Just a thought and I wish you well.
Experience and wisdom made that decision for you, Luke.
Doesn't the forest look gorgeous with the snow & sun shining through the trees. Keep doing and posting what you do love all your video's.
This is a great film and a great adventure. Thank you for the effort and professionalism.
Nice adventure and way to think on your feet on repairing the tent, Luke !! Unfortunately this seems to be the achilles heel of the Litefighter tent as reviewed by Gruntproof and others. The “Ghost Bone Fiber” poles. Apparently they are weaker than advertised and break at the ends as well as anywhere else you bend them a little too far, especially when they are cold. Luckily they offer aluminum poles as well, (albeit at an added cost). The aluminum poles fix the problem and should be standard on this tent until a stronger alternative pole system can replace the aluminum ones if they can find one. They should also upgrade the plastic grommets at the tent corners for metal ones. Otherwise it is a brilliant tent.
I bought a durston mid x 2 man tent for 260 its a much better 4 season tent
What a beautiful place to camp!😊
Appreciate the time and dedication you put into all of your videos! Multiple shot angles, multiple cameras, using angles to hide cameras, etc. You do a lot (not to mention editing) to create some of the best videos on the platform! A happy and safe New Year to you and yours sir! Thanks for the vidya!
What Michael said..... Thank you Luke.
Thank you for your advise regarding your camping trips. You are efficient, wise and very knowledgeable. A good man (and woman) to follow. Your teaching skills are wonderful.
Nice video. Thanks and take care. 😊
Wow the forest is beautiful, love it.
Oompa loompa doopaty doo, ive got another video for u!! Cool vid. Gotta fix those colors tho
Great video, as usual! Just a little tip for cleaning the kettle, I let mine soak in bleach (the bottom part) for 10 minutes or so and 95% of that carbon deposit just goes away. No scrubbing required, it's cheap and it's easy! Happy camping everyone!
You had your angel with you, they protect you all the time. I have been watching your videos for a long time,love them. I always loved to camp lots of fun and great friends to be with. I live in Ohio a beautiful state lots of places to camp, sad but I am now 81 so my days of camping are over also lost my husband 10 yrs ago. I love all the talks you have, lots of fun, your great. Take care 😊 ❤ Linda Wilde
These videos help so much with my ADHD depression. I constantly keep wanting to get out, but dont due to whatever excuse I can come up with to myself. Thank you for keeping us outdoors.
I’m the same way. Big plans and no action. I have ALL the gear. Most of it still in the box. I lost my husband of 25 years in 2020 and bought a truck and travel trailer. 3 years later I’ve so,d them both and bought a midsize suv (to me it is smal) 2021 ford edge. My only regret is selling my travel trailer and 2021 ford 250. Now I have a 2021 ford edge (only front wheel drive, thought it was AWD before buying). So now I’m equipped. It still haven’t gone out camping. I felt safe in my travel trailer. Not sure about rent camping out of my car.
LOVED the golden hour images in this video luke. STUNNING
Enjoyed the video, as always ! Been watching you for years. Thanks Luke!
That hiking bag has gotten me through a 7 day camping trip at Big Bend TX! Its an amazing backpack
One of my favorite episodes is Facing the Storm at 6000 feet. I would like to see more like this. I enjoy your channel.
Thanks for your Service and continuing to assist those that Serve 🇺🇸
I really like that small stove. Simple and unbreakable and easy to pack with other stuff.
Luke I Like to see more back packing episodes like you use to do.
Not sure how I’m just discovering your channel now, but glad I did. Good stuff!!
wow the snows so pretty keep warm stay sure is beautiful sun shining on the trees etc
Love the sound coyotes and the wild!!
Yes ! I agree! These things are usually edited out of videos so that everything seems to go seemingly perfect. We all know, real life in the field is NEVER perfect !
Gorgeous sunset.😊
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. ❤
"Luckly" is still not a word.
Absolutely some of the most beautiful photography I have ever seen. You always have great photography, but this video is the very best. Thank you -
Thanks Luke!
Tony is a trip! Love his video's. He doesn't have the same spark since Brucie died, but he's getting there. When do you & Susie plan on going over there to see him? It would be a riot if the fans start mailing stuff to Tony that says Tug Tug on it - whether its a mug, photo, t-shirt, etc. Anything people find that say Tug Tug. I would die laughing!!
What a lot of awesome camera footage. I appreciate all the hard work and dedication!
I'm glad you mentioned Tony I'm a big fan.tug tug is great.He is a hard working amazing man.we love AB camping. You both should do a blog together. That would be awesome. Like Kent survival, and a Bloke out doors.2 more of my favorite utubers.😊❤
Love the music you put at the end of all the videos.
You and other content creators have inspired me to get back out and camp again. Thanks keep doing what you do!!!
Hi Luke the scenery is Awesome and beautiful Amazing just love that so cool 😊
Have you considered doing a multi-night outing, and talking about what you need to do to prepare for such an outing?
Yes it sounds like Jim has serious entitlement issues. Great video and thank you again for sharing your experiences and knowledge of the outdoors. 👍
I don’t care how, I want my vid NOWwwww !!! Lol !!!😅😂🤣
Ignore the criticism Luke, there are idiots everywhere, your videos are excellent.
Thank you for sharing your experiences, greetings to you from Argentina, (with 33 degrees Celsius temperature at the moment).
we love what you do and your videos. if he wants someone to go backpacking, he can go. but for you, keep up the great reviews that we love so much.
Great channel. Learning All about camping here in the woods.
The woods are lovely, dark and deep, but I got a Litefighter and a warm bag to sleep!
Luke, I enjoy your videos and honesty regarding the gear reviews. Look forward to more reviews and camping trips in 2024.
I just wanted to say thank you for doing what you do. I work in an office all the time and don't have the health to get out and do the things in the outdoors that I would like to. But, I feel like I get to be part of your trips with every video and it gives me a mental break from the boring every day life. THANK YOU.
My camping channel is always quiet, but even though it's quiet I will continue to create content, so that netizens can be happy...
Wandering around putting up and cooking with kit.... gee! What a star😂
Yes happy New year Luke and Susie
Another great video, thanks. Would you please break down how you fixed the broken pole?
I love it when the coyotes wake up to hunt. Last time I went camping I got woke up at around 2am with them making the ruckus. Got out to see what was up and the moon had come up.
Hi Luke!: Thanks for another outstanding adventure! Keep changing them up! Variety is the spice of life!
Luke, I follow your channel religiously and really enjoy your videos. The repair on the tent pole was great but I have a question. You said that with everything that you carried in it was too heavy to carry a hand saw or axe. To me, with all of the snow and absolutely no fire danger I would have 86ed some of the water and the little stove and carried a small hand saw and hatchet and built a decent fire and split some bigger pieces of firewood so to burn the dry inner wood to give the wood a chance to dry on it's own. I'm speaking from a lot of years hunting out of tents in deep snow in North Central Pennsylvania. I'm not being critical, I'm just curious. God bless and have a wonderful day.
Dude, your camo actually matches your surroundings! That is awesome.
I don't know how you can look on the beauty of our world and not Believe in Divine Intervention. just my personal though thanks luke for a great video
Luke Happy New Year to you and your family. Thank you for all these wonderful informative videos.
Greetings from Memphis! My husband and I laughed when you mentioned Tony's tug tug. You and Tony need to do camp together. That would be a hoot. Thanks for the videos. We have not missed one in the last year. Happy New Year to you and Suzie!
Keep doing what you do brother! The haters will still watch! Look forward too an amazing 2024 of TOGR! Strength and honor! 🐺
Place some insulation between your fuel cannister and the ground once you've warmed it inside your jacket
What about making something from a wholly sock or something, I'm sure it would help.
Remember the military is away a victim of the lowest bidder. The final price isn’t but the product will be. We learned just to “Embrace the suck” and adapt and overcome. Well done.
Camping in the deep snow Adventure ?
I live watching your UA-cam channel, but for me, camping in the kinds of weather you are camping in, never! But I applaud you for doing so. ;-)
Haha - the fire-black on your gear is a mark of distinction!
Surprised that companies haven't made fuel canister insulated wrap to keep the fuel can warm
Where is this place where the trees are orange and the snow is blue? Fascinating.
Fantastic job of recording for both the "talkies" & the "silent" ones. Very smart, less cutting and editing. Great job done well, take care and God bless
Happy new year! Thank you for all your wonderful, interesting, and informative videos! I enjoy watching them!
Hi Luke love the way fix it nice camp site 😊
Another great video!
Would be really cool to see a behind the scenes video. Of how you go about filming and editing your video and audio. That alone is a major task in of itself.
I had a similar experience with a much more budget backpacking tent. The nylon/fiberglass cross-pole similar to that tent snapped on me in the middle of the night and scared the crap out of me. Luckily I was able to send it back, and that's when I got the Alps Mountaineering Lynx that I've used for many years now.
Cheers.
Happy New Year, Luke! Our trip down in Florida was fabulous. It really pays to get out to see the fog rising off a creek while the sun rises with a pink wash, even at 45°F!
Thank you for your content. I appreciate that. I like your attitude.
HNY 2024! Thanks for producing high-quality, informative videos.
For hiking a couple of hours up a hill, how do you stop the backpack and straps from getting sweat marks on your back and shoulders? All your kit and equipment looks new for been used all the time.
Cleaning your gear when it gets dirty usually does the job. But Luke also has quite a bit of gear, so I’m assuming most of it doesn’t get heavily used. When I got back into hiking I did day trips and 3-season overnights with a 36l Osprey, hundreds of miles and a few dozen nights out have it faded with scrapes & abrasions and salt stains after a few summer hikes but a garden hose, brush, and laundry soap keeps it clean.
❤❤❤ love your videos, they are so educational, inspiring, fun, and appreciated! Thank you for taking the time to help us all to be encouraged for the adventure of “doing it!” Setting up camp, acknowledging the dangers, being prepared always, and using common sense and wisdom. Happy 🎉New Year Luke Suzy(Susie, Sue, Susan, Mrs. S) and family!
I personally like your adventures. It does inspire me. But my physical problems keep me from backpacking any more. This does remind me of past younger times in the great out doors. Keep up the great content. Thanks
You should (you probably have already done it) do a video about care of gear after an adventure. How to dry it, where you should set it up, restocking and maintenance of the gear you use. Just remember to cover windows and be careful of your background. Too many crazies out there. OR, contact local American Legion Post and use their hall. Just a suggestion. Happy New Year.
I'm still surprised that you don't have over a million subscribers.
Luke, you can repair that tent pole with a hardwood wooden dowel that will fit within the inside diameter of the pole. Some Titebond or Gorilla wood glues would work well to secure it. And you may be able to carry a couple of spare dowels sections with you if they will fit your assortment of tents.
I hope that you can take out the ICS (Improved Combat Shelter) for a winter trip. I bought one after watching your reviews on it but that was quite a few years ago. We enjoy your videos and look forward to seeing more.
Excellent idea if what Luke did failed. (Actually that idea may make the pole even stronger than what he did).
i don't know Luke...I think not having a way to process wood on you may have been a mistake..If Needed...(Knowing the conditions).The ability to do so is PRICELESS...Much love brother ❤..Great video..as always 💪🇺🇸 Strength and Honor
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Trick I use with fuel canisters while out in the cold is to set up my stove and use a peice of duct tape and small hot hands and tape that to bottom underside of cannister. usually last about 8 to 10 hours depending and no issues or waiting. Great fix to the tent and good luck finding a replacement.....LOL!
I was thinking of looping the tentole,end for.end.!
Lol just when I said something about not saying cheers ,you just did!
Yes..Divine intervention!!!
I pray for you and your family❤
You have my snow. Please give it back. 💕Sending love (if not snow) from Minnesota.
That sun set was AMAZING. I LOVE a nice sunset 🌇 ❤❤
I'm surprised he was pretty easy on Lightfighter, given how scathing Luke is of far less serious failings.
Thanks Luke! That's a well loved kettle! Happy New Year.
37:40 I too used to use the 'it has character to it' as an excuse as a kid when my mom would tell me to clean my room. 😏
Divine intervention? As an old guy, you look back and sometimes,.... patterns emerge. They're hard to miss and go beyond simple coincidence. That's all I'll say on that. Many of us have had poles break at some point. I remember using a manzanita twig to make a splint once. Can't remember what I used to tie it with but I remember that it held. Manzanita is pretty stiff for such things; almost like nature's fiberglass. Can even use it for tent stakes,...or emergency food. It's a western category of species but there must be an equivalent elsewhere. Another good one. Cheers. 👍
Hi Luke, I hope your family had a wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year. I love both you and Susie. Tony is a great guy, too. . Thanks for the camping today. I always enjoy it….🙋🏻♀️🙏💕