Videos tagged with Ultralight Backpacking

This review of the Stone Glacier Chilkoot 15 Degree Bag, presented by Ivan from Kit Badger, offers expert insights into technical sleeping bag construction and performance. The guide details the bag's 850+ fill power grey goose down, 15 denier Pertex Quantum shell, and specific dimensions, contrasting it with basic rectangular bags. It highlights practical usage tips, including managing warmth in varying temperatures and the importance of down's water resistance when properly compressed.

This video provides an owner's unbiased review of the Seek Outside Cimarron Tipi Tent, specifically mentioning its use with a medium stove and carbon fiber pole. The reviewer highlights the tent's lightweight construction as a significant advantage for hunting trips. However, the review also delves into the less-discussed drawbacks of the tipi shape, suggesting potential issues that are often overlooked by others. Overall, it's presented as a well-made option with considerations for potential buyers.

This comprehensive review covers the top 5 best backpacking backpacks available on Amazon in 2021, featuring expert insights from the Survival Gear channel. The video details the Teton Sports Scout 3400, Zpacks Nero, Osprey Talon Pro, Osprey Tempest Pro, Kelty Coyote 65, and Gregory Katmai/Kalmia. It highlights key features like capacity, materials, suspension systems, and intended use, providing valuable information for outdoor enthusiasts looking to upgrade their gear.

This video provides an expert review of the top 5 sleeping pads for camping and backpacking in 2020, featuring insights from Spar Patton, a Product Development Engineer. It details technical specifications like R-values, thickness, and weight for models from Therm-a-Rest, Nemo, Kelty, and Sea to Summit, emphasizing their suitability for various conditions from ultralight backpacking to extreme cold.

This guide outlines essential ultralight backpacking gear for comfort and safety in the outdoors. It covers key items like the Nemo Dagger tent, Osprey Exos/Eja backpacks, Sea to Summit Airlite Towel, Platypus Big Zip LP hydration, Katabatic Elite sleeping bag, Gerber Freescape knife, and the Atomic Bear Survival Kit. The information is presented with a professional and informative tone, drawing on specific product details and features.

This video by Kit Badger demonstrates how to create custom-fitting plastic cutting boards for backcountry use. The creator highlights the drawbacks of using natural surfaces like rocks, which can dull knives and introduce grit. The video provides a practical solution for backpackers seeking a better way to prepare food in the wilderness, emphasizing functionality and knife preservation. The description also includes links for further content, support, and product purchases.

This YouTube video provides a detailed review of the Optimus Crux Lite Micro Stove, testing its performance in an 18°F high-elevation environment. The reviewer highlights its lightweight design (2.8 oz), comparing it favorably to the MSR Pocket Rocket while noting the lack of a self-lighting feature. The video emphasizes its suitability for various outdoor activities like camping and hiking, as well as its affordability at under $35. It's presented as a reliable and cost-effective alternative to component stoves and homemade options.

This guide details the setup and use of the GSI Outdoors Ketalist, a highly-regarded cook set for group backpacking trips, as presented by reviewer Nutnfancy. It highlights the Ketalist's lightweight Halulite construction, efficient heating, and integrated bowl system, contrasting it with solo-trip options like the Snow Peak Trek 700 Ti. Nutnfancy, with extensive backcountry experience, praises its durability and value.

This guide details the construction of a highly efficient, inexpensive DIY Penny Can Stove from common household items, as demonstrated by SensiblePrepper. It covers material preparation, precise cutting, hole creation for jets and fuel, assembly with insulation, and sealing for optimal performance. The guide emphasizes using denatured alcohol or HEET as fuel for camping, hiking, and survival scenarios.

This video provides a comprehensive review of the Sierra Designs Clip Flashlight 2, a lightweight and popular backpacking tent. The reviewer highlights its spacious interior for its weight, excellent weatherproofing due to a low-slung fly and effective ventilation, and durable construction with factory seam sealing. While it's not free-standing and requires proper staking, the setup is described as easy. Recommendations are made for upgrading stakes, creating a footprint, and improving guylines for enhanced wilderness performance. The tent is praised for its design elegance, quality, and value, making it a quintessential backpacking shelter.