Just an update. I’ve been rocking the Topo pro trail runners with sealskinz sock on all my winter hikes this year. Oh, also with micro spikes. Thanks for the tip.👍👍 It’s a game changer.

@TheUltralightMindset

2 жыл бұрын

Hell ya!!!

I use the same set up with the seal skinz socks and my Topo’s trail runners. I’m in PA so we get snow and cold rain. I use the same set up when it’s raining.... nothing better than dry warm feet on a rainy day!

@TheUltralightMindset

3 жыл бұрын

Good to know! Thanks!

Awesome video! Thanks for sharing

@TheUltralightMindset

3 жыл бұрын

Your welcome!

Thanks man. Love your content. Much appreciated. Keep at it.

@TheUltralightMindset

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Thank you. Good to know! Being mainly from Hawaii I'm not so experienced in snow...but preparing for some cold distance hiking.

Thanks nice layering for feet.✌

It was cool to meet you and your friends by the bridge on the Andy Lane trail. My first time running into a KZread hiker. I thought for sure I would meet Dan Becker first😂. I hope you start posting again.

@TheUltralightMindset

2 жыл бұрын

Haha....🤣🤣🤣 Yea, I always enjoy talking to other hikers. Not many people recognize me from YT out on trail. Its still kind of strange. Not quite as famous as Dan Becker I guess...🤣. I'll be posting more videos soon. Definitely continuing with backpacking content, but Im also going to be focusing a bit more on the environmental side of outdoor gear. Im working on a new MBM website. Taking that Ultralight mindset and applying it to all aspects both on AND off trail. Hope to run into you guys again soon! Take care...

Are you going to come out with any more videos sometime soon? You’re one of my favorite channels. I’m sure being a landscaper this is your busy time. So you might not have a lot of time to get out right now. I was hoping I would see your take on that hike you did with Bryce a while back.

@TheUltralightMindset

3 жыл бұрын

Wow. Thanks for the kind words. Yes, I'll have new videos starting back soon. I'm also working on a new MBM website. Bryce did such a great job on the VTC video. Plus, I told him at the start that if he was making a video I'd just shoot a little B roll for him and not worry about capturing the hike. I really enjoyed hiking with Bryce. Hes a good dude. I've hiked the VTC several times. Anything in particular you'd like to know?

@hikethat401

3 жыл бұрын

Just keep doing what you’re doing. I’ve actually got most of my set up based on a lot of your advice. The through hikers have a lot of good info. But they’re just in a different world from a lot of the working class weekend hikers. So it’s just good to hear from somebody that works hard every day and also enjoys the outdoors. Thanks and keep it up.

@TheUltralightMindset

3 жыл бұрын

@@hikethat401 Will do! Thanks

Nice system. I say use what works best for you. I like gortex but have to change your socks frequently but the pros are worth the cons in my opinion. But i also use non gortex boots, shoes in the summer on dry days. Stay safe man! Hike on!

Love my waterproof socks!

@TheUltralightMindset

3 жыл бұрын

👌

I’m a huge fan of the speedgoat shoes. I’m on my 3rd pair. Good tips 👍🏻👍🏻

@TheUltralightMindset

3 жыл бұрын

First pair for me, but Im diggin them so far.

awesome! I just did a weekender and some fly fishing at Spruce Knob/Seneca Creek. I underestimated how much it was still winter even with only living an hour away.

@TheUltralightMindset

3 жыл бұрын

Oh man. I can't wait to get back out and do some fly fishing!

I live in alaska and discovered seal skinz early this winter while looking for neoprene socks to use with my trail runners. I really like them. Now I have another pair and also got a pair for my friend who’s about to hike the CDT. For short hikes I dont wear anything under them. I’ve hiked multiple times in 10 degree F for a couple hours with out getting cold feet while stomping through fresh snow. On over night trips I would wear an extra pair under them to help absorb sweat, that way I’m not having sweaty feet all night and in the morning.

@TheUltralightMindset

3 жыл бұрын

Yes. Having the thin liner sock was great. Its definitely a plus to be able to seperate everything, turn it inside out and dry everything overnight. With a boot, once its wet from sweat or water its very hard to dry out.

@aurtisanminer2827

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheUltralightMindset yea, cold frozen footwear is unpleasant to don during cold mornings. Lol

@TheUltralightMindset

3 жыл бұрын

@@aurtisanminer2827 Yep

Thought I was going to see the bread bags. lol... Next year I'm going to get some of those Seal Skins.

@TheUltralightMindset

3 жыл бұрын

Haha.... Yea, bread bags do work, but the Sealskinz are sweet! Take care.

Gorgeous weather. : ) I'll have to check those particular trailrunners out. Were you near Snowshoe, WV?

@TheUltralightMindset

3 жыл бұрын

Yep. I'm still wearing the Speedgoats for everything. I like them a lot.

Great video and great channel. Were you backpacking as well as snowshoeing? Curious what your winter shelter would look like.

I was pleasantly surprised how warm my feet were in mid rise Lone Peaks trail runners wearing wool socks with gaiters this winter. We generally walked previously broken trails, and if we were out in fresh/deep snow I'd wear pack boots. The only "problem" I ran into was my microspikes are a little too big on these shoes, and the shoes are not sufficiently rigid. The metal parts of the microspikes rode up and over the nose of the shoe and compressed it uncomfortably into my toe. I'm not sure what the solution is, but may try a size smaller on the microspikes to see if that helps.

@TheUltralightMindset

3 жыл бұрын

I have used Kathoola Microspikes with Lone Peak 4's. Didnt have any trouble.

Enjoying the presentation. I see you are in the Hoka Speedgoat 4 set up. Can you tell me if you did a video on trail runners vs. a big hiking boot. I took a quick look but did not see one. Apologies if I missed it and THX

@TheUltralightMindset

3 жыл бұрын

I haven't made a video comparing trail runners to hiking boots. I prefer trail runners. Lighter by far, way more comfortable, much less potential for blisters, and they dry quickly.

@peteberkery9652

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheUltralightMindset Thank you very much for the reply. Take care.

Just got some seal skins to wear with my altras at higher elevations on the Arizona Trail

@TheUltralightMindset

3 жыл бұрын

Sweet. I'd love to know how they work for you!

@EDCAdventures1991

3 жыл бұрын

Also forgot to post I'm based in Wv haha

I’ll have to check out those waterproof socks. When you’re rocking snow shoes in deep snow, which ones would you recommend?

@TheUltralightMindset

3 жыл бұрын

I used the Sealskinz Extreme Cold Waterproof mid height socks. I cant really recommend a type of Snowshoe, as I am new to snowshoeing.

Did you stay the night…or multiple nights with that set-up? The biggest detriment I see is that your entire footwear system would freeze unless you put it all in your sleeping bag as everything on the outside would freeze from exposure, and everything in the inside would freeze from sweat.

Curious what part of WV you were in. I XC skied most of February and on one trip had over two feet on top the mountain and single digit temps.

@TheUltralightMindset

3 жыл бұрын

Pocahontas county.... Single digit temps? Yea, that's cold!

I have a pair of seal skin socks, but haven't had them out yet. I find them to be a little loose. I believe I have them sized correctly. I haven't tried adding a liner sock yet. Do you find a fit a little loosely?

@TheUltralightMindset

3 жыл бұрын

Nope. They fit nice and snug over my lightweight sock. Just like another thick sock. I was surprised at how comfortable they are.

@TylerCampbellOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheUltralightMindset thanks for the info. Maybe I'll try a smaller size or try them with a liner sock and decide. Thanks again

@TheUltralightMindset

3 жыл бұрын

@@TylerCampbellOutdoors 👍👍👍

Thoughts on what to do backpacking in the winter w/ cold, wet shoes so that they do not become icy in the morning? I've not done any winter backpacking but hoping to this winter.

@TheUltralightMindset

2 жыл бұрын

Put your shoes in a plastic bag that you can seal and put them next to you in your tent. Its usually a few degrees warmer than outside or under your vestibule. If it's going to be well below freezing put them in the footbox of your quilt or sleeping bag. You may want to do the same with gas canisters, water filters, batteries, phone, and hiking clothes. Putting on cold clothes is no bueno. Take care.

@revbombtoast

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheUltralightMindset Thanks. Good thought. (This is the 2nd time you've answered a question I've had. Thanks!) ... here's another: After some research (including your recommendation) I got the SMD Lunar Solo. Would you recommend using that in the snow or in temps from 10-30F? I've an older 4 season Sierra Designs tent that I know can handle the snow and colder weather, but it would be a few pounds heavier. Thoughts?

@TheUltralightMindset

2 жыл бұрын

@@revbombtoast I have used the Lunar Solo in temps down into the teens no problem. I think light snow would be fine. But anything more than a dusting might be a problem. I'm just getting into winter backpacking myself the last few seasons, but I think its better to be safe than sorry.

@revbombtoast

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheUltralightMindset 10-4. Thanks for the intel... and sharing your experiences so others who can benefit. Appreciate it.

What is your opinion on silk liner socks for winter mountaineering?

@TheUltralightMindset

2 жыл бұрын

I have 0 experience with that

Where in WV

@TheUltralightMindset

3 жыл бұрын

Pocahontas county

@mattheishman170

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheUltralightMindset I'm not familiar with counties. What was the closest town?

Only way to go... trail runners.

Shorts and flip flops

@TheUltralightMindset

3 жыл бұрын

Yikes!