Top man....this video really helped me out....my knees have gone through hiking now I'm going kayaking this year psl

@TheGrayExplorer

6 ай бұрын

Glad I could help!

I'm new to kayaking, but I'm not new to outdoor adventure. And for me, packing 2 or 3x the expected calories needed for the adventure is non negotiable. I look at my body like a car, and I try to keep my vehicles on full tanks because you never know

@TheGrayExplorer

Жыл бұрын

That’s a fair point. I’m not so cautious but I get why some are

Very interesting John, always interesting to see what people do and don't take with them! Filter coffee is first on the list for me, the joy of an open canoe! Thanks as ever for sharing look forward to watching your trip.

@TheGrayExplorer

2 жыл бұрын

I’ve brought my aeropress a few times and it’s a very nice luxury item for sure!

Floating bilge pump looks good.

@TheGrayExplorer

2 жыл бұрын

Pretty standard these days too. Never used it in anger yet thankfully

Really good video , thank you. I was looking at Stratos 12.5 but I think the Katana might do.

@TheGrayExplorer

2 жыл бұрын

+Paul Carter what are you planning to use it for? Because I’m thinking about moving up to the stratos

@paulcarter8215

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheGrayExplorer Faster passages for overnight/few days camping. Trying to get to a showroom that has the Stratos, Katana and Axis - lot of dosh to spend without seeing the boat.

Enjoyed that mate, good to see your set up. I'm a sucker for a drone shot and some of yours are pretty stunning, just be pretty challenging operating a drone over water while paddling. Looking forwards to your next trip, take care.

@TheGrayExplorer

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate!

Just come across your channel. New sub here, great & informative video. ATB John.

@TheGrayExplorer

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Richard, I’ve got a new one in the works too. Hope you’re well 👍🏻

Sorry, how do you like the Dragonfly Bilepack tent? And kayak? Good boat?

@TheGrayExplorer

2 жыл бұрын

I actually made a full review on the tent it’s on my channel. The boat? Hard to say it’s my first boat so I’ve nothing to compare it too. However I really like it, it’s really opened up a lot of adventures that I couldn’t have had before

Just found your channel and think its excellent. Working through the Source of the Tyne videos as we are visiting Kielder in Oct 23. A quick question what was the kayak lock that you showed in this video.

@TheGrayExplorer

Жыл бұрын

It’s the Bosvision 4-digit combination padlock with cable. They’re about 18quid on Amazon 👍🏻

@2sanstef

Жыл бұрын

@@TheGrayExplorer Thank you I have a Dagger Axis so I know security fitting is pretty much the same as your Katana.

Is it the 100 tea bags that make you British or the Snickers and boiled sweets? 😬🤔. Great video with a great order, layout and gear breakdown. Thx. How do you like your Hornet Bikepack tent?

@TheGrayExplorer

2 жыл бұрын

100 teabags is a good start to a weekend 😅

Great especially for beginners to get a taste. Would love to get a value/cost factor aspect added as info ... I'll check the link, maybe already there.

@TheGrayExplorer

2 жыл бұрын

Someone has mentioned costs before, if i do an update video ill be sure to include it. But for reference what your seeing here is a culmination of a lot of years camping gear, I 100% dont have that level of cash to just throw at gear in one go

@AchimDaffin

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheGrayExplorer understand, thsnks

Very good. Could I possibly get a link for your Camera Tripod please?

@TheGrayExplorer

2 жыл бұрын

I got this for Christmas one year. It’s a little heavy, but it’s a very good tripod www.castlecameras.co.uk/sirui-t-025s-tripod-kit-with-b-00k-head-black/p9171

@RobertsBulgaria

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheGrayExplorer Thank you. My Old Aluminum Tripod is very strong, but doesn't fold down enough to fit in or be strapped to a Rucksack and weighs a ton so I'm looking for a lighter backpackable one.

@TheGrayExplorer

2 жыл бұрын

This one collapse right down to fit inside my side pocket. However I normally just carry it in my hand because I’m always using it

How tall are you? I am 6'2 with size 10 feet, and I was wondering if a 10.4 would be ok for me. PS great film, I have just binged watch a few and subscribed!

@TheGrayExplorer

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the sub! I’m 6foot size 10 feet as well. The floor has plenty of movement to go in or out to suit your size. I think you’ll be fine at 6’2. Hope you find the boat your looking for

@abritandhisbikeinpoland6802

Жыл бұрын

@@TheGrayExplorer great thanks for your answer!

What t-bags? Only 100 😂 good video btw. Could you add a costing video too?

@TheGrayExplorer

2 жыл бұрын

I could but my missus watches the channel so it might not be the smartest move to find out how much this stuff really costs 😂😂

Hey John, Love this video. We were on the course today. I tried to PM you through here but couldn't send one, drop me a PM if you want to get on WhatsApp or FB just to get out doing skills and drills, or come the summer more multiday stuff

@TheGrayExplorer

2 жыл бұрын

Hey 👋🏻 really enjoyed that course today it was a lot of fun. You can catch me on Instagram under john_gray_adv got a decent year planned out your welcome to join on