I broke my leg in 3 places and have terrible ROM in my right ankle, watching your videos has re-motivated me to continue on with my daily struggle of physiotherapy that I have been burnt out of, but with a more relaxed mindset to it! Hopefully improves with your advice and my hiking/mountaineering and climbing gets back to what it used to be!

@sharingmatters

Жыл бұрын

Keep up your recovery!

@khorneflakes2175

10 ай бұрын

I feel you brother i've broke my ankle and tore ligaments while moving a heavy load, although my ROM is allright the thing is just a bundle of pain and tends to lock up, i've been stuck for a couple of days on top of a mountain being unable to put weight on it ^^ What helped me the most are : - Elastic ankle sleeves, tight ones, coupled with high boots that i lace suuuuuuper tight. - Actually practicing "ankle bodybuilding" with elastic straps and weights at least twice a week. - Being mindful every single step, my right leg is much more muscular than my left because i always compensate, it becomes second nature. - Stopping every 20-30 minutes. - Using a cane/sticks. - Take pain pills and ointment with you. - Analyze what actually hurts, i can use my muscles in a "calf raise" motion for long times without generating much pain, however if i walk for 15 minutes straight on an incline where my ankle is rotated/angled on the wrong side i'm done for the day, so i often walk sideways or even backwards sometimes (i like to go off trail), i cannot afford a drop straight on it either, that lays me down. If you have any tips that helped you i'd like to hear them mate !

Biggest game changer for me was changing from a "go as light as you can" to a "go light where you can to go heavy where you need" mindset. I started out with the most minimalist, lightest sleeping pad I could find, and lo and behold, I couldn't sleep. Now, after lots of experimentation, a lot of my other gear is much lighter than what I started with, but I carry a slightly heavier sleeping pad so that I can get a good night's sleep while hiking and heal my body. I'll never skimp weight on a comfortable sleep, but I can shed ounces elsewhere to make sure my pack is still pretty light.

Biggest game changer for me was (is) your mountain proof knees conditioning program. As a 70+ year old hiker, this program has kept me on the trails here in the southern Appalachians.

@Longtack55

Жыл бұрын

Good on ya Glenn. I'm 70 also, and tramping more than ever.

@nobodycouldhavethis

Жыл бұрын

This sounds great! -which program? or video are you referring to?

@calid.

Жыл бұрын

What is that program

@glenndorsey9068

Жыл бұрын

@@calid. Chase calls this program mountain proof knees.

@mark5904

11 ай бұрын

$150 for you to tell us some knee exercises that you can google for free? 😅

I have been hiking for over 20 years. In that time, 99% of new gear didn't change the game, but made small changes to it. Like anything that has become a little lighter, better insulated, more compact etc. One thing that really changed the game for me is GPS navigation. Hiking is a very different activity when using GPS Navigation, compared to compass and map. Another thing that changed the game for me was a water filter. Back in the day, we always planned out trips in a way that we would be able to get fresh water at least once a day. Water filters existed, but were not affordable. With a water filter, I can go much deeper into the wilderness, knowing I have access to drinkable water with me.

Thanks for this and for not constantly showing the same old same brands! As someone in Europe (Switzerland) too many of the fitness/outdoor people I follow present many products only available in USA (and, sadly, a lot of details written only in imperial). Always enjoy your videos and the locations too.

@ChaseMountains

Жыл бұрын

You're so welcome!

I’ve been using pyramid tents for about 30-35 years (the BD Megamid). If you want to save some more weight during bug season, add a bug skirt around the outside perimeter of your pyramid. I added an extra foot of netting along the bottom. Each flap on each side has Velcro to keep it closed but in winter you can fold out each flap and bury it in the snow.

@ChaseMountains

Жыл бұрын

That’s very innovative, thanks for sharing!

shout to liteway, they also have ultralight backpacks that weight around 400-700g with great capacity

Hand warmers: I often go fly fishing in Catalunya, for instance near Oliana. To combat cold hands, I have used Peacock hand warmers for years. Basically a small metal case with a wool like substance inside it, you fill it up with a bit of lighter fluid, ignite it for a few seconds and it will continue to smolder for hours. Different formats, some small enough to fit inside a glove. Never tried any of the electronic hand warmers. Great content.

The biggest game changer for me in recent times has been toe socks. After decades of blisters from my toes rubbing against each other (most recently costing me a day's walking on the Corfu trail last year), I discovered Injinji toe socks. Just that little bit of separation between the toes, and fabric to absorb the rubbing, makes an enormous difference. Best combo for me is their sock liners and then a pair of SmartWool hike socks. I wish more shoe brands had a shape even remotely similar to my feet. Altra seem better than most for that, but in my experience not very durable. Recommendations welcome.

@TaylorGreene-98

Жыл бұрын

I’ve been trying a few injinji models but so far my favorite I think is the vibram merino wool blend toe socks, haven’t had any long enough to tell for durability tho, another brand I found online that interests me is creepers socks out of New Zealand, planning on giving them a try they’re cheaper than the merino wool injinji and have good reviews in all areas that I saw.

We also did the Camino de Santiago in 2018. We were 61 and 67 respectively. That was a game changer for us and put us on a path of minimalism.

For me the game changer was when I realised that staying warm starts with staying windproof. I already knew I had to stay dry but I hadn't realised that most of my warmth was being lost to the wind, and it's always windy here in the UK.

Great tips. In Scotland, I hard boil eggs. Great hand warmers and a welcome snack when they cool 🤣👍

I know exactly what a quokka is! I'm from Perth. Hillarious mate!

Climashield jackets don't require baffles. They also machine wash and dry easily.

Hike light, train heavy is a method that changed my hiking too. i usually gain 10 kilo during winter (cuz im not really into winter sports for health reasons -raynaud's always lurking behind a corner to pounce), and and do cardio (threadmill, stairs, steep step ups) with at least 15 kilo load. When i get so season i lose that 10 kilo over 2-3 spring months, and my pack around 8 kilo with food for 3 day hikes i usually do.

@ChaseMountains

Жыл бұрын

Smart move

Love my Garmin forerunner 245. Use it when I run and lift exclusively. Keeps you honest and informed.

Excellent videos. I've just discovered your channel and am learning a lot! I've used chemical TOE warmers inside my gloves on the top of my hands. Then my fingers were warmer and free to grasp my hiking poles, which I ALWAYS use. I go light but carry a UL chair for overnights. It's a comfort thing. Frequently in summer, I don't carry a sleeping bag. I use my jacket, Expedition weight merino long underwear, an extra pair of wool over-socks and a small fleece blanket. Saves me weight and doubles as an extra set of clothing in case I fall in a creek... which has happened (hence using the trekking poles lol). I also gave up on the tent and use the Coalcracker T-6Zero (6 oz!) and a mesh net that I can sling overall.

Chase, totally agree about the heart monitor strap, it was one of the first things I bought when I started running and hiking. I read a lot of comments online about how beginners are "over complicating" basic training with heart rate monitoring but I disagree, I think it's really useful to just have a simple idea of how your heart is actually working during exercise. I can at least say for myself, I was totally clueless to how out of shape I really was when I started getting active. PS: I love my Suunto watch and my Polar chest strap, but I started with a simple watch and strap from Decathlon for 20 euros, works just fine.

Thanks Chase, another great video thanks, my essential for in the hills is my Suunto Ambit3, dirt cheep second hand, plan routes, follow routes, log routes and very tough.

Liteway is a really good choice. I use their tent, backpacks, etc.

I loved the content and quality of this video… super engaging and informative the whole time! Thanks for consistently sharing great videos with us 👍🏻 Keep up the good work 🙂

Great video, thanks for the suggestions. Love the customer service you get with a Patagonia jacket as well. Never had an issues with warranties etc with Patagonia.

Single-wall tents are a no-go for tropical environments. Traps way too much heat and humidity. Need a mesh with a tarp overhead in case it rains.

Love that blue Patagonia jacket. I’m sad I don’t think they make it in that color anymore. My nano puff has been great though-I don’t think it’s as warm as the micro puff but love how light it is and I just layer it over a Patagonia hoody and it’s more than warm enough for winters here.

@malikpata1996

Жыл бұрын

they don’t that’s a 90s piece he probably bought second hand for a decent price

@matttcameron_

Жыл бұрын

@@malikpata1996 wish they still had the retro colors, not the muted tones they usually have now. I usually shop their worn wear site for they discounted prices

@malikpata1996

Жыл бұрын

@@matttcameron_ me too. I have a lot vintage patagonia. I knew what t-snap that was instantly

Great video. I will look at the hand warmer. Might be a good option for multiple use besides the trail. Good tool to have on the farm at -30°C. Also I have been looking at the gps trackers. My game changers. My garmin vivoactive (I'm looking to upgrade to the fenix because of the battery life), my boots, my backpack.

I started using hand warmers a few years ago. The main reason is that I can get away with a lighter quilt. I "hug" it inside my quilt to warm my body. So sometimes if I know that there's only gonna be a few colder nights, I bring this and save weight and bulk from my quilt

Biggest game changer for me was finding out and buying an AARN Balance Pack brilliant piece of design and engineering great vids and info thanks for straight forward structured info

Pretty impressed by my Enlighted Equip Torrid jacket. Been a Garmin Fenix owner for almost a decade, very happy with the ver 3 and 7 solar.

@themightiness

Жыл бұрын

Love my EE Torrid - the pullover with the huge pocket is so nice and warm

I love my Knog head torch. I've been using it for a few years now and it works really well for me on the trail.

I think the main game changer for me, that comes to mind, was investing in a decent down jacket and bombproof GTX hardshell. I picked up a RAB Axion (650 fill?) jacket on special, pretty burly. I have an old Patagonia nano-air hoody which I love but the big down jacket is indispensable when you're activity level drops and you're sitting around camp and it's under 2°C. Or if you're heading up above 5000m, wear it under a shell and it will get you through -15°C. I was lucky enough to find a Canadian made Arc'teryx Alpha SV on Gumtree for half the price of a new one. They are very overpriced in the shops as a "Gucci' outdoor brand but it's simply an amazing piece of kit.

what i like about the hand warmer is that you can turn it off. you can warm up, turn it off, and save the rest of the warmth for later. Can't really do that so easily with a chemical hand warmer.

@ChaseMountains

Жыл бұрын

Very true

Totally agree on training heavy! I also don't live very close to any mountains so it's hard to train with elevation. I have an osprey zenith 88 that does well with heavy weight so I'll load it up with between 45 and 120 lb or so depending on how much elevation and mileage I'll be doing for a day hike.

@ChaseMountains

Жыл бұрын

💪

I think a lot of thought it put into gear but the best gear is the gear that you get and you don’t have to think about it, it just works well and is operated intuitively.

Nice video. Thanks! Just want to add a further endorsement for electric hand warmers. Frustrated with the unreliability of the chemical packets, I bought an electric one last year. Fantastic! My hands get cold easily and more than once I’ve been in situations where one or both hands became essentially useless, scary even, just trying to get a glove back on especially at altitude where your hands swell somewhat. Go to tactic previously was to get the effected hand/s into my pants and onto the femoral artery but what a bother. In winter here in the Colorado Rockies I carry the electric warmer in the chest pocket of my mid layer insulated jacket ( so it’s already a little warm)and turn it on low setting if/when I think I might be in need of it soon. As you say, a real game changer😊. BTW, I have a couple of versions of the Patagonia jacket and it’s great, but for higher output activities I prefer the Arc’teryx Atom LT due to the heat and perspiration shedding woven fabric side panels 😉

For me a real game changer was merino t-shirts and underwear. I never liked plastic baselayers which smell after a few hours of use. Merino t-shirt can be stiff with salty sweat but it still doesn't smell. And they keep you warm and dry. Love them!

My biggest game changers- paramo waterproofs, paramount Torres insulation designed to just go on over the warerproof, Patagonia r1, original osprey atmos frame system, and the steripen.

The single wall tent will only work in places where snakes and other dangerous critters can’t come through the opening at the bottom

Definitely trying the hand warmers. I have reynouds syndrome my hands are always cold. Rovi von flashlight . Love that thing. Game changer for me. Also, using bread bags for the feet. Really simple ultra light keeps your feet dry.

@ChaseMountains

Жыл бұрын

I should do a quick how to video on this because it’s not easy at first 😅

@kerrir1955

Жыл бұрын

@@ChaseMountains Yes please!

Game changer: Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XTherm sleep pad with a R factor of 7.3. Comfy and very warm. Pair with a Flextailgear Tiny Pump X Portable Air Pump+ (light combo).

thanks for sharing! quite useful stuff!

Cumulus 250 underquilt for my hammock, a Silva Trail Speed 5 R head lamp for those long dark hours in the mountains with a Nitecore nu25 as a backup. RECCO reflectors for helmet, backpack etc just for passive safety

@ChaseMountains

Жыл бұрын

Nice! Got a cumulus re it coming soon. Not an under quilt, but one of their warmer bags!

Biggest game changer for me is!!! Trail runners, when weather permits. Bear with me, but think about it. Each foot weighs 300 grams less in trail runners compaired to boots , my last hike I did 344289 steps, so what's the difference. Well about 2 days and happiness lol

The Garmin 255 is the newer version with better HR, you don’t need a strap at all (!). The 265 is the newest with an amoled screen. The 955 and 965 have full offline maps navigation. Might be useful too.

Hiking is ONLY about the gear ;) Just like fishing! That's where all the fun of preparing a trip comes in for me. Which water filter setup to take? Which cookset? Which chair option? Which shelter system? Pack light or pack heavy? Comfort or speed? And on it goes...

Great video. IF YOU GUYS WANT THE MOST COMFORTABLE, and stylish Head Torch with nice clean light (not cold ultra white etc) I thoroughly recommend Biolite. This will not dig into your head, and you cannot feel it's even on. This will not fall off running. I love their stuff but was blown away with the headlamp when I got mine. I can literally lay down and sleep with it on so ideal for reading at night also. Choose clean light that's nice to look at not harsh cold white light I feel. I'm in no way affiliated with the company or any store.

TLDR: Ultra Light feels awesome to carry, but you still need stuff, that does its job. Interesting viedo! I am a gear nerd in any activity I persue, so I am quite intrigued and (rightfully) called out. That said, I got rid of my ultra light stove, since it left me with cold water one to many times in harsh conditions and replaced it with a larger unit with a gas hose, so that I can flip the cartidge in cold weather. I ditched my ultralight tent aswell, however amazingly small and light it was, it was ever so slightly to small for me. I am running a MSR Elexir 2 now, instead of the Nordisk Telemark 1 UL. Striking the balance is the key for me, since I am able to carry 12kg quite well and UL stuff often leaves me longing for comfort/Performance or leaves me broke. I wouldn't say any of these were gamechangers, but are essential for a good time out: - ALLWAYS bring a weather proof layer - Sawyer Squeeze (filters any smelly puddle) - great footware (comfortable and with a sticky sole (Continental), still searching for the perfect one...) - well fitting functional clothing - ???

directly got the handwarmers... i had quite some issues with freezing hands & feetin the last two years, and it took alot of time to warm up my fingers before climbing or after pc-work. Hopefully those times are gone ;-)

Very cool to hear about Liteway

My biggest gamechanger was discoverying inflating sleeping pads. Ooh boy i got the perfekt sleep. And when I changed to ultra light gear and everything on my hikes just became easyer.

Nice! Garmin is a must have hiking gadget.

i've had a vernee thor plus phone for as long as it lasted. (the obscure company went down before the $120 phone eventually died) that thing had a massive 6Ah battery, lasted 3-4 days of use per charge and ,running a CPU benchmark, it made a formidable hand warmer! (is could also charge other phones, which was a great way to earn a free drink on occasion) i miss that phone!

Chris Townsend, the doyen of lightweight camping skills, has always argued that a shelter should keep you dry, and your clothing and sleep gear should keep you warm. Thru-venting a shelter to keep you dry isn't compatible with keeping you warm. But if you invest the weight of a warm inner into your sleep gear instead, you can have a dry and warm system at the same weight. I've used this philosophy for decades, and it works well for me...

the headlamp, i had many issues with it. just to name a few when it gets sweaty slips and slides all over. it breaks with high UV exposure, doing long hikes over time at high altitude. i had it get stick for various reasons from just handling and kind of suck to wipe it down.

Im thrilled to hear about the puffy with synthetic fill. Glad to hear its not down feathers

@chezoreo1336

11 ай бұрын

Synthetic fill made from oil?

@TheCampbellian

11 ай бұрын

@@chezoreo1336 oil from the greasy pores from internet trolls

@chezoreo1336

11 ай бұрын

@@TheCampbellian just curious if you thought about both downsides, so to speak

It's always good to hear the well-reasoned opinions of experienced hikers. I have the InReach Mini as well and agree it's awesome. I wanted to get the micro puff jacket but ended up with a nano instead - it's okay for summer trips but I still have my eye on the micro. I've been wavering on a watch - a friend has a similar one and loves it - mostly because I would like to track my heart rate (more important as I get older, as is getting lighter gear), but I just don't like wearing a wristwatch any more. We'll see how my bank balance feels when the next sale comes around!

Intrested in the puffer you mentioned. I love my Arcteryx beta but not that warm when sitting, only when moving

my first UL pack was a GoLite Jam, back in 2004. i still have it! so you could say i've been doing this a while. i remember the first (iirc) silnylon shelters, Stephenson's Warmlite was making pyramids out of Sil 2 decades ago. then came Cuben fiber corp. they were located near me, in Mesa, Arizona. i dont even remember the first Cuben shelters, not sure if anybody was making them yet but there were a couple cuben tarps available. i can say my first piece of cuben gear was a hammock tarp (from zpacks). i think the "game changer" was a recycled idea, the jungle hammock. and penny stoves. and maybe, wood stoves. those had been around for years and years but the new fabrics and materials made them even better..

I’m sure someone has said it, but the chemical (its just iron that is oxidizing(rusting)that is creating heat) hand warmers should last at least 8hrs per use. Will last even longer but provide less heat you restrict the airflow which stops the oxidizing process. Get a better brand and you’ll see what I mean. The chunk of plastic with batteries inside is worse than a wrapper that is super thin and some biodegradable heating pouch. Just giving some info because I love my hand warmers 😂

Knog has been around about 20 years. They make various lights, mostly for bicycles.

Check out the liquid fueled hand warmers using lighter fluid. Lighter than the electric ones, and last as long as you want depending on how much fuel you want to bring.

@ChaseMountains

Жыл бұрын

Oh shit, that’s interesting. Yeah I certainly wouldn’t bring this one on a thru hike

@uffa00001

10 ай бұрын

Not just lighter fluid hand warmers, but also solid fuel hand warmers. They make much more heat, can be more easily turned down (that's impossible with a lighter fuel hand warmer, one has to wait for the fuel in the warmer to be used up) and they weight much less because the solid fuel doesn't weight at all. They can make a hell of a lot of heat, and can act as a life-saving device in case you end up waiting for rescue with a broken leg in a cold situation. The only advantage of the battery one is the practicality of switching on and off for a few-minute need, but the sheer amount of heat the solid fuel hand warmer can produce has no rivals and the lightness also has no rivals.

I was completely with you on the "tarp" shelter, until I hit a train infested with mosquitos. I'm moving away from the tarp and trying the Durston Xmid at the same weight 9but 7x more expensive). Can't wait for the weather to cooperate and try it out.

@gregvanpaassen

Жыл бұрын

Some people hang a small cloth soaked in mozzie repellent (DEET) just over their heads inside the tarp, or wear a special headband soaked in DEET. They say it works... But yeah. The X Mid Pro II is an awesome tent. Luxury!

@aafgahfah

Жыл бұрын

DEET does not repel mosquitoes; it camouflages the wearer. Even if you have DEET on, mozzies can still just keep going up and down until they find a patch of you that they recognise. For this reason, “nearby”’DEET does not work in my experience.

Has anyone owned the Micro Puff and a *Nuclei FL* Jacket from Arc'teryx? Currently using the older Nuclei model, super happy and considering the updated model or Micro Puff.

Dito all commentors. Appreciate you sharing your knowledge. Keep sharing, You'll keep being rewarded.

Thank you for your comment on Ukraine...means a lot

@ChaseMountains

Жыл бұрын

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Its funny you mentioned train heavy hike light i just started taking some 2.5lb (1.13kg) sand bags (about 5) out of a weight vest an dropped them in my backpack with everything I take backpacking for a regular trip and load up with about 4.5 liters and do my day hikes like that to try and make my real trips easier last year I did practice hikes with everything but my food and my dogs food and very little water granted I was just getting over a torn calf and sprained ankle that had me in a wheelchair for months so i couldn't really train heavy but when I got to actually backpacking the extra weight and miles compared to my training hikes were far more difficult than I anticipated so this year I'm going extra heavy leading up to my backpacking trips and going for steeper more challenging routes whenever possible my thinking is if I can get the heavy 36-37lb (16-17kg) pack to feel normal then when I'm out with a 20-23lb (9-10kg) pack it should be really nice and having to carry a few extra liters for extended water carrys won't seem as daunting

Thank you!!

love the vids chase, keep it up :)

I have a similar Chinese tent (Knot) and its great.

My gamechanger was figuring out I can walk in a softshell/hardshell without wearing a shirt underneath. When you think of it, what's the actual point of wearing a baselayer when it's raining and/or you're sweating a lot? All it does is get wet. I just hike, let my body keep myself warm and use the shell to block cold wind/rain. Actually, why are we perfectly ok with wearing softshell pants without a baselayer onderneath, but a softshell jacket without baselayer is such a weird concept to us? For those curious, when I stop moving, I dry myself off a bit with a small quick-dry towel and put on something warm/dry from my backpack and now I don't have to warm up a wet shirt. Quick-drying towerl can hang from the sides of my backpack/tent

@XxKINGatLIFExX

Жыл бұрын

BAse layers particularly Merino Wool are designed to pull moisture away from your body and into the layer itself. I think also a base layer is just a good protection against UV and other things like insects and helps prevent scratches and scuffs etc. But you make a good point.

Hey love the videos! In the Patagonia section of the video, you put on a yellow backpack. Any chance of a name or link for the pack, love that yellow colour, thank you!

5 biggest game changers for me: 1- Atom+ backpack from Atom Packs. 2- The Twinn Tarp from gossamer gear. 3- Darn tough socks with Altra Olympus 4s. 4- Custom quilt from Valley & Peak. 5- Micro puff from Patagonia.

@ChaseMountains

Жыл бұрын

I have really been thinking a lot about getting an Atom.

@nilsholz5168

Жыл бұрын

@@ChaseMountains ive just ordered an bonfus pack, theyre italy based (mexican made), no import fees

@nilsholz5168

Жыл бұрын

But the reviews on the atompacks are incredible, atom plus was the best rated pack on the pct 22

@walkingdaze5777

Жыл бұрын

I can’t recommend Atom Packs enough and they where so helpful. Loads of custom variations.

Super excellent video.

I'm a fan of the day hiking heavy for backpacking light approach. I day hike with upward of 20 lbs so that my multi-day base weight of ~15 lb feels easy. I'm still in the "just get stronger" mindset with respect to light vs ultralight because I'm required to use bear canisters in some of my favorite backpacking areas and dropping remaining weight is getting expensive per lb, but it's still much easier than the >20 lb base (in an external frame at that!) that I used to tell myself was fine.

So blocking wind is what the tent would contribute in managing the impact of lower temperatures. Is an essential thing to take into consideration, would you agree?

@kevinstarski1598

Жыл бұрын

I don't get it either...

Lol the Knog Quokka is the most Australian name for a product ever.

Garmin is really an essential camping gear.

What is your Jumper you are wearing that is one of the coolest looking jumpers I have seen!

Single wall floorless tent How do you stop the mosquitoes and midges?

Interesting video! I'm curious about this tent. Maybe a silly question but how do you deal with rain combined with wind? It seems like it would just enter the tent from what I can see in this video?

@jeppej4265

Жыл бұрын

I have the same tent and you can adjust the center pole. Lower you go, less gap there will be on the sides. Less room as well but there is a larger version as well if the normal feels small. I use it with half inner also during the winter as the weight is only few hundred grams and I like the two layer approach.

Amazing 🤩🙌

Just curious .... have you had a chance to look at any of the Durston Xmid tents???

Great video. Subscribed.

Train light, hike light.

Yup, I read that

Im gonna get me a handwarmer. And I really like your patagonia fleece, which model is that? I cant find it on Patagonias website

@ChaseMountains

Жыл бұрын

I have no idea, it’s probably decades old

Hi, Re: single walled tents. Would I need bug protection on the HRP during Aug/Sep? Cheers

@Bipbiprna

11 ай бұрын

From someone whose has been hiking in the Pyrenees since 20 years using a single wall, floorless tent : no. I've been bitten only one time at night. You may encounter mosquitoes at some places, but they stop being active at night when the temperature drop.

3:10 nice outlook on single wall tents. I've heard so much baseless claims about double wall tents reducing condensation, which just isn't true... Floorless single wall on snow is rough, though, hope you had a good insulated mat

@ChaseMountains

Жыл бұрын

I just BYO floor usually tyvek, and yeah, for sure, 2 mats on snow!

Good vid subscribed 👍

Nice!

What brand is the handwarmer? I can't find it in the video. I often have cold hands and would like to buy one or two.

@ChaseMountains

Жыл бұрын

Unigear!

Oh no there's a snake in my boots... Ever say that with that tent?

@ChaseMountains

Жыл бұрын

Might be an issue in Australia. Thankfully I’m living in Spain now and no snakes!

KZread videos on gear, training and the ability to follow long distance hikers on their thruhikes.

liteway ❤

Out of curiosity, would you say the micro puff can handle mountainous conditions on its own or does it still need a shell layer to go with it? I'm considering upgrading my shell and insulation layers. I know the micro puff wouldn't be helpful in the rain, but could the micro puff satisfy both for me for wind protection?

@ChaseMountains

Жыл бұрын

Always bring a shell!

@Oggalaboogala

Жыл бұрын

That's what I figured lol, just wanted to check

where did you get that patagonia fleece from? by far the best

@ChaseMountains

Жыл бұрын

That was another second hand find from a vintage store here in Barcelona

When he says "you don't need to use a tennis ball", what is he referring to?

what's the weight of the hand warmer?

@ChaseMountains

Жыл бұрын

Ahh, i knew I missed something! 141g

Yo that hoodie is over $300! Dang!

@ChaseMountains

Жыл бұрын

It’s not your average hoodie tho ey

Hi. I love that fleece. Since watching this have been trying to find one. :) What size is it and what size chest are you (if that's not too personal!)?

@ChaseMountains

Жыл бұрын

I bought i second hand. So it’s probably long out of print Im afraid.

@alechenson6577

Жыл бұрын

@@ChaseMountains Yes you're right - Its vintage 1994 Sacajawea: carbon.

Isn't Knog an cycling focused brand? The headlamp Looks awesome.

@ChaseMountains

Жыл бұрын

Not sure, but either way the headlamp is great!

@hike2fly

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As a cyclist and Melb resident, yes they are. They took a Apple stylised approach to bike lights. In some circumstances they work well, but this came at the expense of durability.