Watching you become an expert by making little mistakes has informed me more than any pro advice I could ever hear. Even day 3 delirium has given me more useful information than anything else. Your mistakes are like gold to me. Other people’s mistakes have been instructive, too. When I hear you say things like “wear lightweight shoes,” for example, it doesn’t register as well as knowing that some guy blew out his knee wearing his high-end hiking boots on the Camino de Santiago. That kind of info fills in some conceptual gaps, which is something that you do, and you anticipate, and you teach others to anticipate. Your advice takes it a step further than just some expert list. Telling us how to train for certain compromises is amazingly useful. I appreciate every video you have made. You have opened a whole world to me. 🙏🏻

@TedWeirum

5 ай бұрын

You do this every time you write! I’m so thankful to I read everything you say! You have a certain way that just touches me! So thankful to have you! 🙏🏼🙏🏼

Something I try when packing: Instead of thinking "Could I use this item", try asking "Can I do without this item"... besides that, I like to bring a few things that I could do without, but which provide a better camp experience... perhaps an Aeropress or similar.

@TedWeirum

5 ай бұрын

Yeah! As long as you know yourself and what you’re capable of! Great input!

Mistakes! I think I have made everyone mentioned in this video. I wish I seen this video when I started out decades ago. I would also suggest stretching when you do stop, for a rest, or for the day, a few stretches, for those sore spots, can go along ways to comfort on the trail. Getting some guidance on what works for you for from someone like a physiotherapist, or better yet an occupational therapist, is a great idea if you have something that routinely pains you

@TedWeirum

5 ай бұрын

Ohh that’s perfect advice right there! Totally underestimated!!

I got a 38 liter Klättermusen Raido backpack, which is exceptionally good IMO - except that its too big unless im gonna use it for longer hikes. I just ordered a 24 liter Klättermusen Brimer, which should be just perfect for 1 or maybe 2 nights out (more if i add the accessory pockets). Im not really a youtuber, but i did recently upload a video called "2 person tent + everything you need to go camping in the 19 liter Osprey Ultralight Stuffpack". I used a 1.2 liter pot as prop to show how much space i had left for food, after i had packed the Zpacks Duplex, a generous cook set (even includes a frying pan), my quilt, a short length inflatable sleeping pad, and a mesh t-shirt. I forgot to pack the 1 liter Katadyn BeFree waterfilter, which would have fit in the mesh pocket on the side - and with a bottleholder on the shoulder strap i would have been able to carry at least one extra bottle of water. The video was just to show what is possible, and ill never actually use this pack for any overnighters. However, the 24 liter pack im getting will be my main pack for overnighters from now on 👍

@TedWeirum

5 күн бұрын

Would you like to write a blog post about this on my website?

@EspenFrafalne

5 күн бұрын

@@TedWeirum ​ I dont have any experience with such things, but it might be fun to give it a shot 🙂 Im not an experienced hiker though. Just a random guy with a "gear fetish", who sometimes goes on overnighters. Im getting the 24 liter backpack tomorrow, and should be ready to give some "initial thoughts" on it pretty quickly. I also got a Hilleberg Bivanorak, which i could perhaps make into a separate section. When used with the Osprey Ultralight Stuffpack, it is no problem to get well into "super ultralight" territory (under 5 pounds). This actually packs so small i could EASILY go on an overnighter with the 15 liter Arcteryx Index 15 backpack. After packing shelter/sleep system, cookset, 2x 0.9l nalgene water bottles, and waterfilter, i still have enough space left that i think i should be able to fit between 5 and 7 packs of "real turmat" backpacker meals 👍

@EspenFrafalne

5 күн бұрын

@@TedWeirum Yeah, ill see what i can do. I noted your email, in case you want to delete your message before you get rund down with all kinds of emails 🙂 Thanks for the offer btw. It will be an interesting experience 😁

@TedWeirum

5 күн бұрын

@EspenFrafalne 👍🏼

No boby, but nobody makes better mistakes than you. Please keep them coming.

@TedWeirum

5 ай бұрын

Hahaha, greatest compliment ever gotten!!

Expedition jacket, let's go! I still think tights are crucially underrated and wrongfully stigmatized. Base layer, outer layer, insulating and compression for recovery. As stated, all of physical exertion is not to be ignored and rest is just as important.

@TedWeirum

5 ай бұрын

Ah! Yea, I should have put tights in the video!!

When I started, I used to take all sorts of kit I didn’t need, I used to have the motto of “if I don’t use it lose it” and that has worked well for me. Secondly, in my opinion, a piece of equipment is only as good as the individual using it. 😊

@TedWeirum

4 ай бұрын

Very wise words here brother! Thanks for your input!

Great video! Thanks Ted!

@TedWeirum

5 ай бұрын

🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

Great video and even better advice! Two things I'd add are to add stretching to that workout routine (I've been out of commission by not following that as an older guy dislocating my kneecap on my last hike) and quality chocolate in that snack inventory.

@TedWeirum

5 ай бұрын

Good stuff brother! Appreciate the input! 🙏🏼🙏🏼

Love this tutorial from the master! Thanks Ted🔥 Can't wait to go on a multi day hike again soon😊

@TedWeirum

5 ай бұрын

Thanks brother! I feel the same!!

Good as always brother!😊✌️ Time to get out!

@TedWeirum

5 ай бұрын

Thanks brother! Yes!!

Brilliant filming bud, masterfully edited and elaborated!

@TedWeirum

5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!!

Nice video my friend 🌲

@TedWeirum

3 ай бұрын

🙏🏼🙏🏼

Love the portable speaker comment! 😂 Thank you.

@TedWeirum

5 ай бұрын

We’ve all heard that thing a mile away. Nothing like walking 20 miles out in the middle of nowhere to get away from it all just to be met by the tunes of modern society…

There's me wiping sweat off my face while taking a break. I did struggle with the loss of salts and minerals. I sweat heavy. I'll need to re-think the type of tablets I used and how much I should take per day. One thing for sure, I didn't do for Sweden, was bring enough snacks. There were some small items I didn't really need, and considering the weather, I think I packed well in that department. The weather could have been much cooler.

@TedWeirum

5 ай бұрын

I think you did a great job, there’s always something!

Good video as always Ted. One tip after those early trips is to ser what gear you didnt use that you beought and see if you can leave that behind the next time you go

@TedWeirum

5 ай бұрын

Yeah! That’s the way! Practice and evaluate!

Great video! What kind of Injinji socks do you use? Always an extra pair on top of that?

@TedWeirum

5 ай бұрын

Thanks! The have a kit called hiker + liner or something similar, that’s the one I use! The best I’ve ever had!

Great video! Great information provided 💪

@TedWeirum

5 ай бұрын

Thanks brother! 🙏🏼🙏🏼

Simple the best!

@TedWeirum

5 ай бұрын

🙏🏼🙏🏼

Håller med Abbe, han har rätt ...igen😊 En fantastiskt video. GRATTIS 🎉❤

@TedWeirum

5 ай бұрын

Ser du @arberbaqaj!!

Great job Ted - I am lying in bed and suddenly have the urge to go on a hike. Pro Tip: Bring chocolate!

@TedWeirum

5 ай бұрын

Here we go with the chocolate again! Time to get a new flavor soon!

Beast mode!

@TedWeirum

5 ай бұрын

Years of practice! ;)

Great video as always! I will be doing my first longer solo hike this september on the kungsleden from Kvikkjokk to Abisko 😄. These videos help a lot for my preparation! Do you have any specific tips for hiking through the Swedish mountains in september?

@TedWeirum

5 ай бұрын

I do, I got tons!! What time in September? Hope early! :)

@Luka-mc5qe

5 ай бұрын

@@TedWeirum Awesome! Yes I’m planning to start august 29 already. Got to finish before the season ends and the huts close 😁

@TedWeirum

5 ай бұрын

@Luka-mc5qe awesome!!

Great video! 😁 What do you think of the updated Kajka? Is a change from Keb worth it? I'm not sure..

@TedWeirum

4 ай бұрын

That’s the million dollar question! Both are great packs, the only reason is change now would be out of curiosity.

@kattriet

4 ай бұрын

@@TedWeirum Curiosity is expensive haha so happy with my Kebs and now Fjällräven comes and confuse me :(

@TedWeirum

4 ай бұрын

@kattriet and had to start a KZread channel just to make sense of it all! ;)

was wondering where all the people on trail with 60 pound packs, two pairs of shoes, four pairs of socks, and 5 pound hiking boots get their advice from. I think I’ve found it. 😬

@TedWeirum

4 ай бұрын

I think you missed the very first part of the video, feel free to let us know how you do it so we can all get wiser! :)

@user-zo8ck6kg1n

4 ай бұрын

@@TedWeirum lol I’m just saying that is a huge pack. What is the weight of that system?

@TedWeirum

4 ай бұрын

It is brother! Honestly I don’t weigh it often, of course it depends, the heaviest was when I refueled and then it was around 30kgs. People I met on that adventure had half the weight of my pack, difference was that their packs broke

@user-zo8ck6kg1n

4 ай бұрын

@@TedWeirum whoa! You definitely have strong legs.

@TedWeirum

4 ай бұрын

@user-zo8ck6kg1n that’s a first! Not really, just stubborn. But usual pack weight for 1-3 days is around 22kgs. How about you, what’s your pack weight?

Glasses age you .

@TedWeirum

5 ай бұрын

hahaah, I'm just trying to look pro! ;) they don't call me Hawkeye for nothing!

@sandormezei2848

5 ай бұрын

@@TedWeirum U are Sentinel :D

@TedWeirum

5 ай бұрын

@sandormezei2848 whether I like it or not!

@sandormezei2848

5 ай бұрын

@@TedWeirum I like your videos, they are very useful and inspiring. I did not mean to offend. Sorry if you feel that way. I will continue to follow you on the road and enjoy the wonderful landscapes you visit. Thank you.

@TedWeirum

5 ай бұрын

@@sandormezei2848 not offended at all brother! It’s all part of it! I’m happy to have you around! 🙏🏼🙏🏼

Left foot, right foot, professional hiker? Thumbs down 🤡

@TedWeirum

5 ай бұрын

I assume you do left foot left foot left foot?