I’m 76 years old, I don’t camp wish I could but your videos are so enjoyable. I watch every one of them.

@eddiespain2410

3 ай бұрын

I'm 75 and I still do and Backpack too... I swear it has kept me agile and pain free..

@BillCheshire_Jr

3 ай бұрын

I speak health into your body. And II speak youthfulness to your muscles and tendons and joints and sinews in jesus name

@WatermanW

2 ай бұрын

I’m 31

@walterdanielswalter.r.dani7628

2 ай бұрын

@eddiespain2410 I'm 74 with arthritis, and the various aches n pains that come with age. I have a truck with a camper shell. A foam mattress, a stove and a cooler are a great start.Hope you try it, or consider it. I'll being doing just that as I leave Alaska ,down the Alcan, headed to the east coast

@pappydanny58

2 ай бұрын

What is the deal with no floor???

Luke, I am sorry the tent is leaking but this is one of my favorites. I love the sound of “powerful winds” blowing in a forest. Takes me back to some of my favorite times as a kid! I would hide in the sparse forest near our home so my father could not beat me. I associate storms with “peace and safety.” At 77 I am over that trauma but I still adore wind and heavy rain. 🙏❤️🦅

@5of9

3 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing. You are/were not alone. The '60s were the same for some.

@suemoenius5619

3 ай бұрын

Glad you made it through. I think many don’t realize how recent the idea is that the home should be a place of safety is. Not that long ago, the only sate places were what we could make or find on our own.

@magi267

3 ай бұрын

I'm so glad you found your safe place. And I hope the rest of your life has given you space and piece.

@jasonmacneil2256

3 ай бұрын

God bless you Marion. I'm so sorry for what you went through with someone who should have loved and protected you. Regarding the tent leaking, I agree with you 110%, especially since these tents COST $959.00!!! I looked it up!

@dyates6380

3 ай бұрын

It saddens me that you went through that. I am glad you're through it but it's sad still.

Respect to this channel for keeping up the integrity and truth on tools and gadgets reviews.

I just shut down my KZread channel after 7 years of reviewing guitars along with my brother. We never reviewed a guitar that I didn't purchase at full price with my own money, except for a couple of my brother's personal axes. I didn't want anyone to question the integrity of our reviews because we were getting free guitars. I don't think it's possible to stay honest when you are getting free items for review because you always have to consider that factor. I'm rather proud of that.

@K_j_M

6 күн бұрын

What is your new channel dedicated to... Virtue signalling?

$1,000 tent you would think would be water tight. I love the concept of mylar in the tent, like a big reflective blanket.

The 4 runner was a very good choice. Those things are built to last.

@Cassie4486

3 ай бұрын

Can't beat a Toyota!

I like the clear door on the tent....

@laurenweisse9858

3 ай бұрын

With those winds it sounds like Everest!!! I was nervous for ya!!!!!

@sassylady2001

3 ай бұрын

Yep - for about $1200 or so

@susanwright6785

3 ай бұрын

Out of my price range at $1300.

@stuartaminion511

3 ай бұрын

on web site now for the low price of $950 for that cheap i'll buy 2. (do love the clear door way).

@nicodoe9396

2 ай бұрын

​@@susanwright6785 the best tent I've owned is the "Bushmen core tent lodger" combined with "DD Tarp 3x3 MC". Highly suggest looking into it! It's about $350 and what's so cool about it is the fact your rain fly can be multi-use since it's a tarp. So you can either have it completely pegged down for cold weather or in a lean to configuration for hot weather. I'm surprised more people don't know about it! You do have to learn a bit of tarp knowledge but that's easy once you get the hang of it.

❤😂🎉🎉🎉 Hi Luke, It seems us viewers love your honesty and your videos!!! Who cares what other folks say!! It's been my experience that folks always get upset when the truth is spoken. Rock on, Luke, Rock on!!!!❤😂

@badmoon7549

3 ай бұрын

🤣

@danielkutcher5704

25 күн бұрын

Yes, us do!

Younger people today don’t realize how cool it is to spot a bald eagle. They were rarely spotted back not too many years ago

@matthewkent1727

3 ай бұрын

Right??? My kids are bored when we see them… I’m ecstatic

@owenblount7334

3 ай бұрын

Ive seen a couple of individuals in Florida they’re fucking huge

@jillmondt5398

3 ай бұрын

I grew up in the White Earth reservation in the early 70's, one would think the bald eagle would be seen there of all places, north central Minnesota next to Itaska state forest and the Tamarac refuge, nope. I hadn't seen a bald eagke until I was 7 or 8, and that was a taxidermy specimen in a backroom within the no-go zone of a library in south central Minnesota. Many young people just do not understand how close this species of raptor got to extinction because of DDT. My first live sighting I was in my 30's, and guess where. White Earth. I was overcome with relief and joy. Better late than never.😅

@MonsoonEast

3 ай бұрын

I guess I’m spoiled living in West central Wisconsin. I see them at least once a week. There have been great efforts to bring them back around here

@markthomas2436

3 ай бұрын

There is a spot on the Mississippi River, up nears Illinois, where there are THOUSANDS of them.

There's several people that live in South Korea who also do camping. I've seen clear doors on their tents here on their KZread channels. There's one married couple that have this massive tent they use. You can set up a living room, dining room, inside heater, etc. I think they have a dog as well. It's pretty neat to see them camping in the snow. I like the clear door idea.

@Brandonishome2024

3 ай бұрын

yes I agree they have like infallibility in the tent and it is like a house in minutes

@BricktopsPigs

3 ай бұрын

Ive seen them.huge inflateable tent with sofa and bed and even had a full size tv. Thats glamping not camping lol

You are absolutely right about leaving if the winds are too strong, super dangerous with falling tree's👍

Reheating COLD COFFEE: 'Grounds for remorse.'🤗 I was IMPRESSED with the way this tent and tarp handled the high winds. Those tie-downs and their loop system seemed rock solid.

Youll really enjoy the 4Runner. One of the most trustworthy vehicles in so many aspects.

@bobfrantz534

2 ай бұрын

Prefer American made, American owned but wish u well with the truck

My 4Runner has over 240k miles and my girls named her Pearl! She has been all over and in all the elements. Tows nicely, lots of room and has no problem getting through the snow. Enjoy yours!!!

@nicodoe9396

2 ай бұрын

These videos have convinced me to buy one! I'm in the market for a new car. I was on the fence between Toyota and Subaru

@zzanatos2001

2 ай бұрын

@@nicodoe9396 Toyota just released a 6th generation 4Runner that has a 4-cylinder in it. That means the 2024 model will be the last V6 and there might be some good deals on the outgoing model when the new ones start arriving at dealers.

Who needs a white noise machine to sleep with that wind, eh?

Your right on! Your one of a kind and I wish more people on YOU TUBE had your courage to to do the same. Be safe !

@tonyshafer9437

3 күн бұрын

Ever hear of a Military Veteran…this crap is nothing…

Ahhh the joys of car camping where you can sleep in a tent 4x bigger than you need and would ever carry backpacking!!

Idk what it is about the Thunderstorm camps but.....these vids lock me in

@gondorianslayer4250

3 ай бұрын

its the environment. its been doing that to me too. even during snowstorms i watch. were drawn to nature for a reason.

@magi267

3 ай бұрын

Thunderstorms have ozone in them. It causes some people to be scared. It causes others to be energized. Most of us watching you are energized. I love thunderstorms, they give me energy.

@PokeEyeSlapSlap

3 ай бұрын

I reckon it’s not real rain and there’s Sprinklers involved 🤣🤣🤣

Impressive how the tent held up to the wind!

Awesome tent. Dinner looked amazing. And I like that advice about not getting into KZread drama. the power in peace Is priceless.☘️

Hey Luke!! Be safe out there!! Your good people!!! The planet is running out of good people!! Thanks for the video!!

@martymartin2894

3 ай бұрын

There are lots of good people out there still, they just need to unite against the forces of evil instead of fighting against each other.

Hi Luke, I bought a 2023 4Runner TRD Off Road Last year and love it. You may try this for sleeping comfort. Take out the bottom seats on the rear passenger side which will give you another 12 inches of room. The back is not level so I use my Helinox Lite Cot 23" wide and 73 1/2'' long. Leave out one mid section of leg. The front section keeps in stretched out and hang over the font seating area and the back two sections level everything out. Use a pad and bag and you will be comfortable. Enjoy!

Hi Luke, Marine here - it's called the rifleman's creed.

Love the new 4 runner! I’m wanting to bite the bullet and buy one.

@user-fl5qe1xt3r

3 ай бұрын

I’ve had one for almost three years and I still love it. If you plan on sleeping in the back you will need to be shorter than 6’3” and there’s a hump that needs to be built up I’ve found a 4” foam pad works best good luck

@HeidiHamrick

3 ай бұрын

@@user-fl5qe1xt3r thank you!!!!

@tmasessa

3 ай бұрын

Do it.

@efromhb

3 ай бұрын

Me too! Even at a discounted rate around 48 OTD the payments seem crazy.

@efromhb

3 ай бұрын

​@@user-fl5qe1xt3rHow bout if I'm 6'? I don't want to remove seats to make a platform. I've been sleeping in the back of my 6' Tacoma bed for many years now.

If I had that beautiful 4Runner TRD, I’d sleep inside it when camping!

YEEEEESSS!!!!! Welcome to the 4r club. My last three vehicles have been 4Runners. Love them! Will never get anything else. Just picked up a 24’ TRD ORP this Jan. Oh I’m so pumped to see one on the channel. Enjoy!

@deeSK8er

3 ай бұрын

I have. 1995 4 runner….. love it,!

@g2theb584

3 ай бұрын

2005 2010 2016 4Runner.....now a 2018 Tundra only because I need it otherwise it would be another 4Runner.

That's a good looking tent. i do hope they reconsider the complete mylar inner, maybe just remove the section covered by the fly for airflow. Thanks Luke

I love the Pisgah national forest, star gazing up on top of max patch is fantastic!

I still believe extra large tarps. With a decent tent underneath it. Seems to be the way to go.

That’s a badass 4 runner, like the color too. Hope it gives you many miles of adventure!

Welcome to the 4Runner family! I love mine and have it set up for camping inside. Have had some great adventures in it. It makes you really think about what you take with you. I can hop in it and be gone for 3 or 4 days in less than 10 minutes.

@nicodoe9396

2 ай бұрын

What do you do for bedding? I'm planning on getting a 4Runner. I live in the Eastern Sierras and it seems perfect for my environment

@MartyBCNB

2 ай бұрын

@@nicodoe9396 I have one of the folding memory foam mattresses from Amazon... the shorter cot version.. fits perfect. Bedding depends on weather.. heavy sleeping bag for winter and regular sheet and blankets in warmer weather.

@nicodoe9396

2 ай бұрын

@@MartyBCNB just be careful if you live in a humid area! I used to sleep in my jeep Cherokee and after about a month of using a foam mattress the entire underside was covered in mold 🤢. I thought you had some special inflatable specifically for the 4runner 😅 they're hard to find

@MartyBCNB

2 ай бұрын

@@nicodoe9396 I initially used a couple of inflatable sleeping pads I had and it was ok. The difference between those and the memory foam comfort wise is significant. I’m in the PNW but haven’t had any issues so far. The air conditioner in my 4runner tends to keep things dry. I flip up the bottom portion and put my fridge there in transit. I move it when setting up camp so the bottom isn’t always out of view.

I am sure Ankhiale Outdoors will address the problem with the defective taping. Could be the glue doesn't adhere to the silvery mylar. Great review. I admire your honesty. If Ankhiale manages to fix this issue I hope to see an actual review of this tent.

I love the fact that you say it how it is. Honesty goes a long way and in my personal opinion, it’s one of the key features of being a real man. I have a ton of respect for who you are, what you do, and your content. Keep up the good work. Your videos have led me to purchase some great gear and walk away from some things I really had my eye on. Thank you,

Love to 4Runner and I like the tent. And a clear door in a tent...genius. makes being in the tent, because it's raining, so much better. Sucks about the leaking though.

Thanks for another cool camping trip Luke.

Welcome fellow 4Runner - Strength and Honor.

Thanks Luke for another great adventure. Enjoy the 4runner. I had my doubts about the tent when you were setting it up because of the mylar. It seemed like it was going to be a bad condensation magnet. But, thanks for hanging in there. Almost any day in the woods is better than a day not in the woods. Stay safe and God bless.

I was on the Linville ridge when this storm came through. It was a wild ride to say the least. 65 mph wind gusts, 29 degrees, sideways rain, and sleet. Fun for the whole family.

@MsMorganGirls

2 ай бұрын

Does weather make life interesting? I moved to Wyoming from Georgia, and a 20 degree day with 20+ mph winds is par for the course here. At 50+ mph, the wind picks up gravel to throw against the windows. We've clocked winds at 80 mph and temps as low as -36 (without wind chill). Wyoming's state wind sock is a truck chain!

@gregprice155

2 ай бұрын

I have been backpacking and camping for close to 50 years and still love it. Weather can happen before you know it, even if you look at the forecast. Things change in nature and sometimes you just have to deal with what you have before you. Make sure you have good gear and you will be fine, but you need to know what you are doing and not do anything stupid or nature will make you pay for sure. I backpack mostly from December to April. In the summer there are to many bugs and to many people. Have fun out there and be safe. I love Wyoming. Not to keen on the grizzlies, but you have to take care when you are in an area with animals that look at you as dinner. Bear spray does not work. A 45/70 rifle is what will do the job.

Brilliant purchase going with the 4Runner. Have had ours for several years now you cannot go wrong.

I like the tent and this style of video.

I really do like that Door with a View.

The 4Runner needs it's own name.

@captrockh2055

3 ай бұрын

Rice Burner

@jasonmacneil2256

3 ай бұрын

​@@captrockh2055that's the best YOU could come up with? PATHETIC

I love the clear door, and the sturdiness in that wind. The fact it maintains it shape in those winds is really impressive. If the company improved the seams and maybe figured a way to vent the tent under the fly, it would improve the performance and make it worth the price tag.

I have a 4runner and love it. Toyota go forever, change the the oil ,do regular maintenance and they just keep on going. Mine is a 2001 with 220,000miles and still going strong 💪

I just bought a 4Runner also! They are simply amazing!! You made the right choice with the proven 4.0 / 5Sp. Congratulations

I have a2010 fj and it is the best vehicle. 260 thousand miles and only replaced an alternator…awesome

I love my 1995 4 runner ! Classic, Cherry condition 😁

I have a 2023 Tacoma now but I am really looking at the 2024 4Runner. With the Taco, I only have the choice of my dogs OR people riding in the backseat, and none of my friends or family like riding in the truck bed.😊

That’s a $1300 tent no thank you

@johngalt6929

3 ай бұрын

Why is Luke reviewing so many elite priced products? Is he getting free samples?

@chrismoore7287

3 ай бұрын

And it doesn't even come with a floor either.

@karenminckler4198

3 ай бұрын

@@chrismoore7287the part to sleep in has a floor. It the part that is usually open.

@Looneytokk

3 ай бұрын

If yall are broke just say it. 1,300 is nothing lol. If you can’t freely spend that without hurting yourself then you need to get off yt and re evaluate your life!

@terencemcgeown2358

3 ай бұрын

For $1,300 I think I'll get a naturehike massive and still have $700 left over to buy groceries and my wife some chocolates n flowers for allowing me to actually buy the tent.

Looks like you've been putting in some serious time at the gym. Luke Schwarzenegger 💪

I like your 4Runner. I've been driving mine for 20 years and can't say enough good things about them.

Hi Luke. Thank you for your video today.I must say I really like your new truck.it’s a shame the tent leaked it’s was nice looking.I’m not sure the door is keeping the heat in to be honest. I love the heater & the light . Glad your safe. 🇬🇧🌅🙋‍♀️

Tent looks very nice. Thanks Luke 🎉🎉and b2.

Awesome nice 4Runner

4Runners FTW

Love the 4runner. It's The Ark.

Welcome back to the 4Runner family! Can't wait to see the new adventures and mods you do with it!

Wolf Runner

Great video as always Luke it's a no go on the tent hopefully they can correct the seam leaking problem.

I love the tent

Hey Luke,, thank you for this video.. stay safe outthere..👍👍👍👍

What’s up with the wind noises when you’re setting up the tent but no tree tops are moving at all ?

I have a 2016 4runner trail with kdss and she is all decked out for overlandding. She's my daily driver and I wouldn't want any other vehicle. If you take care of it, she'll outlive you 😅. One of the most trustworthy vehicles out there, and the value it will hold is next to none. She might not be the best thing for gas mileage, but when you drive these vehicles, you can appreciate them for what they are. Have fun with her and enjoy it. Beast comes to mind when i drive mine, maybe that name might work for you 😊😊

The 4runner is Kool !

Nice ride my friend.

Check out Kent Survival ..hes done 2 videos in see thru tents ..one a geodesic dome and the most recent a regular clear tent . I wouldnt have wanted to have been in the last one in rain. Both good videos tho !

With you, I would go camping for the food !!

The 4runner is slick.

Love from India 🇮🇳 I really enjoy your videos, they give me solace and inspire the adventures side of me. Thank a lot sir.

Thanks for the review, Luke, I always look forward to your take on the many different camping products available. With regard to the heater's performance in this test, the clear plastic door and the gap at the bottom would not have been doing it any favours. I would imagine that, with the mylar-lined door panel closed, it would have been toasty warm in there.

Nothing more fun than storm camping .................. and remaining dry n cozy

4Runner!!!

4Runner. Not bad and you won’t regret it. I test drove one the other day - I like my Jeep so much better. Especially on the performance side. But, you will have more space and a better, quieter ride. And better dependability - although I’m rough on my Jeep and it’s held up very well.

@flyingflight

3 ай бұрын

Jeep won't last as long as a 4Runner

@carltuckerson7718

3 ай бұрын

probably not

@michaelr.l.militia8921

3 ай бұрын

Mr. Tuckerson... All Due Respect, BUT Jeep Wrangler is 'great' ONLY FOR doing Rubicon Trail or Moab... because of it's Compactness (approach angles) Height (lifted) and larger wheels (37") But MY 2024 4Runner TRD Pro will 'Tail Gate' You and PASS You When You BREAK DOWN... WE CAN GO FURTHER AND STAY OUT LONGER By Virtue of INCREASED PAYLOAD CAPACITY... More Food, Water and AMMO... WITH 3 PASSENGERS...!!! (4 Man Fire Team) YES, You're Right Jeep Wranglers' Have Great Performance... BUT 4RUNNER IS MORE CAPABLE AND THEREFORE...BETTER!!! Park your Jeep and Join the 4Runner Club... Suggest... buy a new 2024 5th Gen 4runner Off Road Premium (OFP) like Luke did or a 2024 4Runner TRD Pro like I did... US$64,915.31... New 6th Gen will be Revealed later this year for 2025... What will power it...??? This We Definately KNOW... It will Only Have 2.4L 4Cylinder Turbo... Everyone is Buying the 2024 5th Gen Last Of A Breed... The Keeper... YOU SHOULD TOO BEFORE IT'S TOO LATE...!!! Gung Fu Cowboy🇺🇲 San Francisco Chinatown

I love your 4 runner. And good for you for sticking up for yourself on the comments.

Sweet 4 runner Luke. 😊

There is a guy in the uK that bought a clear tent. Kent something. It was really neat. Have you done a six moon design back packing tent?

@patriciaphelps5875

3 ай бұрын

I watch him.

@lesliehayton2929

3 ай бұрын

He’s very good at it too and an excellent cook , nay chef

Mylar does not breath at all. Every bit of co2, carbon monoxide, and moisture, will stay in this monstrosity. That and the weight. There are reasons no one makes these.

@64TMS

3 ай бұрын

Open a VENT !!!

@64TMS

3 ай бұрын

Also....mylar does breathe. Almost all homes are wrapped in it today.

@Bahamut69

3 ай бұрын

you think that tent is air tight? 😂😂😂😂😂😂

@gary7vn

3 ай бұрын

No that would be your brain. 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂@@Bahamut69

@nvm6078

3 ай бұрын

​@@64TMS are you referring to permeability of mylar? It's less permeable than polyethylene by several orders of magnitude. I wouldn't say a plastic baggie is "breathable."

Hi Luke I’ve followed your channel for years and enjoy the honest advice and ad-free content. I subscribe to KZread premium because I don’t want ads. If people recommend items or include ads in their content, I skip straight through them or unsubscribe. I wholeheartedly support you on this and look forward to many more honest videos. 🇬🇧👌 By the way, love the truck 👌👌

Too bad that the tent leaked, I'm looking for a new tent to take with us in the airplane when we take a long trip to the Arctic this summer. Waaaaaaay back in the late 1980s I had a tent with a mylar lining, it was a 2 person tent, with integrated 'poles' that wrapped up like a bandsaw blade. You just kind of threw it in the air and it landed already setup all you had to do was position and stake it down. Folding it up confounded most people but if you had ever folded a bandsaw blade it was easy. Lost it in a fire and haven't ever seen anything like it since.

Luke keep doing what you are doing. I appreciate your channel cause you are straight up.

No one weathers the storms like this young man. Kudos.

Love Pisgah, my favorite place to hike and camp.

I have a oplarus 4 person tent for me and my wife and I love the idea of having a protected area for camp gear, cooking and a hang spot. Not many tent companies have good options or tried a concept that fell flat or was a cheap gimmick. That simple clear waterproof window looking out is a cool useful idea, a sense of peace at mind being about to see out while protected from the elements. Great stuff!

Hands down the longest youtuber I watch still the realest too 🎉

My first German tent 40 years ago had an ante-room. Glad to see this one. I really loved to be able to sit in mine watching the rain sheet down as campers scampered past miserable because their stoves were out. I opened the clear zippered door slightly for airflow and drank hot tea like a Lady!

I like watching your videos, learning things. What I got out of today was how you went around and cracked the ice surface. The crinkling and breaking made me smile big. I did that since I was a child. I love doing that! Ty

Impeccable video. Very interesting tent. Love D2

Thanks Luke for the shout out I appreciate it the tent did leak a little but I’d still buy it looks ok for summer camping Gary Liverpool

@PokeEyeSlapSlap

3 ай бұрын

You’ll be alright in Sefton Park with that…….🤣

Thank U! Love ur videos to unwind, they are total de stressors, thank U! ❤

I love that this tent has a window type flap so that you can see out at the storm, so cool

Late response, I know - but I can vouch for Luke being exceptionally helpful. I did a couple trial runs of a tentless winter camp, and he was very generous with his insights. Thanks again Luke!

Thanks Luke!

LOVE the Clear door and my dog would love it too. Love everything about the tent design but...yea, the leakage issues needs to be resolved.

Thanks Luke😊

I camped in Colorado, it snowed. In the morning we were in 6 inches of snow the next morning ……however we did Not have the wind. Damm those were my younger days… cherished.

Loving your channel all the way over here in the UK. Good honest reviews and I envy your job! My son and I usually watch an episode before bedtime and it sets us up for a good nights sleep seeing you out in all weathers but usually warm, dry and comfortable. Keep up the good work and thank you.

Thanks!

Thank you for sharing your experiences. LOVE the 4Runner!!

I love the pickup you bought looks ok will wait to see you review good name for the pickup is the big dog Gary from Liverpool

I get it! I've camped in my car with 65 mph winds on the California Coast! And on the Oregon Coast driving at 85 mph!! That was scary! And wind is the one thing I can't bike in! 😮