Always great vids and as usual, very informative. Thanks

@SnowysOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the compliment, Matt. Happy camping! ~ Ben

put the next days clothes in the sleeping bag with you. that way when you wake up you'll also have warm fresh clothes to put on

@SnowysOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

Nice one, Sean, certainly beats pulling a crisp cold pair of slacks on in the morning. ~ Ben

@gymbagg8716

2 жыл бұрын

Hard boiled eggs placed in mitts or in a sleeping bag will help warm your sleep system and you can eat them later....keep the shell on them till you want to eat them ...baked potatoes wrapped in tin foil also will help keep you warm

@BadBoy-gg9hz

10 ай бұрын

I don’t know about being fresh but ye, good idea.

Great video, very helpful. Love Snowys - the best!

@SnowysOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Kylie Harris, glad you found this useful! ~ Lauren

Another great vid with useful info. Cheers Ben🍺

@SnowysOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad it was useful, The Thirsty Goose. ~ Ben

Awesome thanks mate.

@SnowysOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, dirtydogg06. ~ Ben

Awesome segment mate well done.

@SnowysOutdoors

2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you liked it, Mark. ~ Ben

Excellent advice. Many Thanks

@SnowysOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, Ross. ~ Ben

So knowledgeable. Very helpful video

@SnowysOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad it was helpful. ~ Ben

Wow, learnt a heap! Thanks mate

@SnowysOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad it was useful, Endless Weekend. ~ Ben

Great tips to keeping warm on cold winter nights . I like to put a closed cell phone mat on top and underneath my sleeping mattress to keep the cold from getting through.

@SnowysOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

The closed cell foam mats are cheap security for keeping warm, lightweight too. Thanks for your feedback, Conservative Sniper Hunter. ~ Ben

I would love to see Ben's personal camping set up. He would have the best of the best!

@SnowysOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

Haha, I reckon you'd be underwhelmed by my setup, Jason. I love all the gear, but I'm a minimalist at heart (much to my family's anguish), so my camp usually looks somewhat modest with a tent, something to cook on and somewhere to park myself while I watch the sunset. I tend look after my gear too, so some of it is about 15 years old and when I'm packing my car I'm usually looking for a reason as to why I may not need an item of gear rather than just taking the latest and greatest. That's just how I roll. ~ Ben

@electropad

4 жыл бұрын

@@SnowysOutdoors I could believe that it's often experienced campers that have less gear and gear that often serves two purposes. Good to hear you look after your gear!

@SnowysOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

@@electropad I try and make sure everything in my kit serves two purposes, it's the deep-seeded lightweight hiker in me. ~ Ben

I'm going on my first cold weather camping experience at Mt. Rainer so I'm making sure I'm fully prepped. Thanks for the helpful video! :)

@SnowysOutdoors

2 жыл бұрын

Have an awesome time @enchantement sombre ~ Lauren

@sevrinaanastasia

2 жыл бұрын

@@Vacublaster1 These are good to keep in mind, thank you. We wound up staying in an inn. My friend decided that he didn't want to tough the cold weather so I'm going to have to experiment with these tips when I do go Winter camping.

Really helpful video, we avoid cold weather camping, that's why people invented buildings! We were caught short a few years ago , good bags but on an ordinary airbed, next day we put some newspaper under the airbed, just a couple of sheets all over and the bed was fixed. It is an easy low volume, cheap fix.

@SnowysOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your feedback, Philip. You can certainly warm an airbed up as you say, and also by placing more layers directly under your body. ~ Ben

Great video

@SnowysOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Starr & Daniel. ~ Ben

Just purchased the 23zero awning off snowys, been helpful the whole way, love your videos and it's what made me go through you rather than 23zero themselves.

@SnowysOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for shopping with us, Nathan. Happy camping! ~ Ben

@SnowysOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

It's good gear, Budget Overland Australia. It seems to be well made and the prices are pretty good, we've got no reason not to recommend their stuff. ~ Ben

@nathanmountain5540

3 жыл бұрын

@Budget Overland Australia my experience so far is it's definitely held up to its selling points, haven't been out like I want to thanks to COVID but easy setup and very sturdy. As it's setup on my hilux too works perfectly.

thats good advice in a remote campsite, but if you leave your heater outside your tent at a regular communal campsite someone can likely just walk by and make off with it and you'll never see your heater again

@SnowysOutdoors

2 ай бұрын

I guess that's the case with most of your camping gear though, maybe a locked cable will deter would-be thief's. ~ Ben

Hi Team at Snowys outdoors.. just wondering if you can make a video for thr Zempire Neo 8 walkthrough? Thanks guys!

@SnowysOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

We will add it to our todo list, John. Can't make any promises though, it's a long list. ~ Ben

I'm thinking of getting a 12v heated blanket (with a timer built-in) since I always run an extension cable from the car to run the lights and chargers in and around the tent. Seems like a good way to build up some warmth in the bag especially if you already have the 2nd battery in the car set up and some solar to top it off.

@SnowysOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

I did not know that heated 12 V blankets even existed, Sheldon, they must chew through a lot of power. ~ Ben

@sheldonpopesp

4 жыл бұрын

@@SnowysOutdoors ye I only saw it recently! Drifta sell one at the moment that use 4amps on high and 2 Amps on low but there is no built-in timer. You have to remember to turn it off after you get warm otherwise it will nibble on the battery all night.

@SnowysOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

@@sheldonpopesp I'll check it out. ~ Ben

@tessa4883

3 жыл бұрын

Great idea. Also those 12 volt ones seem to be more like rugs that go over your lap. You could also bring a conventional electric blanket and plug it into an inverter (or into the powerpoint on one of those lithium battery packs.) Probably leave it on the low setting.

@bradleymarshall5591

3 жыл бұрын

They are surprisingly low wattage. Definitely use less power than my fridge/lights etc and imo are the ultimate in winter camping.

My two cents is heating a fist-sized rock, not a smooth round one because it got that way by being in running water so it usually will have a higher water content which may cause it to rupture as it's heated or afterwards. Wrap it with a small towel and then place it in a small cloth sack (I like Crown Royal bags, recycle, reuse) that ties shut so that you don't kick it open during the night and burn your feet. Place this bundle of warmth in the toe of your sleeping bag about 15 minutes before jumping in, if your toes are warm you'll feel warm! A fleece sleeping bag/liner is better than a blanket because unless you don't roll around in your sleep, the blanket won't be on your body for long! I carry a pair of heavy wool socks just for sleeping in so I place them under my coat just after I place my heated rock in the sleeping bag. If you can't heat a rock than a chemical heater is better than nothing. I keep a 1-liter gatorade (or similar) bottle beside my sleeping bag so if I have to wee during the night I just expose the minimal amount (no laughing please) long enough to do my business without letting my body and sleeping bag cool off by getting up and out to take care of it! Someone makes an adaptor so women can use urinals and I assume that would work with a bottle! I can't keep a beanie on my head in a sleeping bag so I wear a hoodie with a tie string so my head doesn't get completely uncovered! I use my outer coat rolled up as a pillow, more insulation for your head and after I unzip in the morning and sit up, I grab my semi-warm coat and put it on. Far easier to stay warm than to have to rewarm! I haven't tried this yet but I think that placing a dehumidifying unit like they use in gun safes might help keep your sleeping bag dry!

@SnowysOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Great feedback thanks, Roger, must admit that I had a bit of a laugh sorry. ~ Ben

That’s actually a very often misquoted statistic. The original American army study on heat loss neglected to have head coverings for the participants. When all of your body is covered, except your head, that is where the heat is generally lost and, this is what led to the “30% of heat loss occurs through the head” quote.

@SnowysOutdoors

9 күн бұрын

I've heard this being challenged a number of times now. I'm only going off what I've learnt from others over the years, but it seems there may not be any science behind the figures. ~ Ben

I would imagine winter camping in Australia, isn't exactly the same as winter camping here in Canada. I'm sure it does get cold at times though. Number one rule, which you touched on with several things , to stay warm, you have to stay dry. I always completely change my clothes before bed, putting on something clean and dry just for sleeping - especially the socks. Snow on the tent can actually be a pretty good insulator too. I've made that mistake with the air bed, went for comfort, got cold instead.

@SnowysOutdoors

9 ай бұрын

Our winters wouldn't come close to yours that's for sure. Thanks for your tips. ~ Ben

As usual , a great video by Ben with heaps of helpful tips. But I have to pull him up on the claim that you lose 30% of body heat through your head ( or feet, or hands , as others have claimed). Your head represents about 10% of your body's surface area - which simply means you will have the same proportional heat loss - 10 % But there is no doubt you feel toastier with a woolen beanie on your head!

@SnowysOutdoors

2 жыл бұрын

Lauren and I discussed this on a recent podcast, Chris, she had always assumed the same but we can't trace the information back to where it originally came from. Another viewer also provided some info that indicated this was incorrect. I'm happy to stand corrected, I don't have any sources to cite that will prove anything, but you are right in that you certainly feel warmer if you cover your extremities. Thanks for the kudos btw. ~ Ben

@earlgrey691

Жыл бұрын

Balaclavas i find very useful for total coverage.

I've been caught out with an air mattress a few years back over Easter wknd, I was so cold and was absolutely freezing all night!! What are you thoughts of a space blanket between the mattress and tent floor? Always wondered if it would create enough of an insulation barrier?

@SnowysOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

It would make some difference, Task, but you'll still have the void of cold air between your body and the ground. You'd probably be better putting the space blanket on top of the mattress, but his would be noisy. Your best bet is to use blankets or a layer of foam on top of an airbed. ~ Ben

@task82

3 жыл бұрын

@@SnowysOutdoors ripper mate, thanks for taking the time to reply :)

@task82

2 жыл бұрын

@@Vacublaster1 thanks VB 🍻

Thanks for the video! I agree, that emptying the bladder is a good idea, because I can't sleep with a full bladder but I don't think your body will burn energy to keep it warm, once it is inside your bod heated to body temperature, why should it matter? Your body is loosing energy through the surface (skin) and a full bladder probably doesn't increase the surface in a significant way, does it? The 30% with the head is also a little misleading. If you put you whole body into a cold environment, the little surface of your head doesn't really matter. But if you insulate the rest of the body in a sleeping bag (or Neopren diving suite), then you will loose a lot of heat through your head (because it isn't insulated, not because it is the head).

@SnowysOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your feedback, aikiseepku. I've heard lots of differing opinions to what I mention in this video. I can't trace back to where I initially heard the info I expressed and I certainly wouldn't take it as being scientifically proven information, rather, just a guide on how to keep warm when camping. ~ Ben

Could you put a solid sleeping mat on top of the air mattress and under your sleeping bag to keep warm?

@SnowysOutdoors

2 жыл бұрын

You'd be better putting it between the mat and the ground @Lisa Shaver, as thats going to be the most effective way to stop heat loss through the ground and allows you to still have a comfy sleep surface. ~ Lauren

Mate. I really enjoy your videos, very informative and easy to watch. But dammit man!!! Your stores are too far away!!!!

@SnowysOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the compliment, Spacegoat92. Yeah, we only have two store locations, we spend a good chunk of time making our online experience worthwhile though. You can always give us a call if you need help with anything. ~ Ben

@Spacegoat92

4 жыл бұрын

@@SnowysOutdoors Cheers mate.

Age is a killer...once slept all year round in an autumn bag and not much else...On the bike nowadays it's 2 layers thermals, insulated mat and dodgy -5 bag once the temp nears 0.c. Car camping is easy to keep warm with so much more space. 👍

@SnowysOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

Good feedback thanks, Sausage Sandwich, it's likely that your sleeping preference will change as the years go on, so it's good to build in some flexibility to your sleep system. ~ Ben

@atahau6600

2 жыл бұрын

It's time for a caravan. 😅

I don't want a little tent.. i need a medium tent where we both can stand up in ..no teepee tent.. just a medium tent for two people in it and sleep bags ok and full size pad to ok and thank you.. for the info

@SnowysOutdoors

10 ай бұрын

You probably need to look for a four person tent, which generally has a good amount of space for two decent mats, storage and some standing space. Hope that helps. ~ Ben

I just drink some concrete before bed and enjoy the night sleep of peace in the bush. 😂 Cool video ur a killer presenter, i buy most of my stuff if needed from snowys mostly to support the business that go well above and beyond with customer service.

@SnowysOutdoors

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kudos, krump 7. ~ Ben

use the candle inside a candle holder is very good source of heater

@SnowysOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

What sort of candle holder do you recommend? I'd be nervous about using a candle in any tent, too many flammable materials around. ~ Ben

@tailu9719

3 жыл бұрын

UCO brand

@SnowysOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

@@tailu9719 Ah, I have had one of those before. Still need to be careful, but they are a much safer option for candles while camping. ~ Ben

Put you to sleep for ever 🤣

@SnowysOutdoors

2 жыл бұрын

I wanna make it crystal clear. ~ Ben

Wearing a balaclava is great so you can cover your nose and mouth.

@SnowysOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

Extra coverage over your head will certainly help, Brenton. ~ Ben

You would freeze here in Alaska, lol

@SnowysOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

I reckon you're right, Jay, I don't have any expertise on staying warm in Alaska. ~ Ben

so a rum before bed is a bad option .......

@katherineallen6108

4 жыл бұрын

Surely not!

@SnowysOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

While we don't encourage drinking, Touring with Tyrone, I'm sure a rum before bed will help you feel warm. Mine would be a whisky though. :) ~ Ben

Hot water bottles FTW

@SnowysOutdoors

2 жыл бұрын

Can't go wrong. ~ Ben

This dude does has never been homeless for sure.

@SnowysOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

You are right, Juan, I'm lucky enough to have never been homeless. ~ Ben

@oldschoolisnewschool

Жыл бұрын

@@SnowysOutdoors Well lucky so far...

The 30% of heat escapes through the head claim is unfortunately an old myth. The head doesn't lose heat significantly more than any other exposed part of the body

@SnowysOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

That's interesting, Ty, I've always gone with what I know from way back, but this is the first I've heard against this theory. Do you have further information on any tests or studies done here? ~ Ben

@TyQuinn

3 жыл бұрын

@@SnowysOutdoors British Medical Journal published a short section here: doi.org/10.1136/bmj.a2769 Difficult to check the references due to paywalls and such, but I'm pretty confident that the BMJ would be unlikely to publish anything without a suitable scientific foundation

@bluedolphin5792

2 жыл бұрын

@@SnowysOutdoors you were being conservative at 30 % and still got called out ,ha it's really more like 40 to 45 and feels more than that to my bald head.

Thin individuals feel more the cold, than normal weight people.

@SnowysOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

I agree, E, it usually comes down to how much body fat you have, but there are some exceptions to this too each individual just needs to cater to their comfort levels. Thanks for your comment. ~ Ben

Just get a mat with high R-Value 4+ rating

@SnowysOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Correct D S, Ben talks about mattress's around the 5 min mark. Most self inflating camping mats these days are around the R-Value 7-8 mark. ~ Lauren