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Greg Morton Outdoors
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Greg "Cottage" Morton here. This channel is "mostly" devoted to Colorado hiking. The state is more than 14ers, CT and CDT and that's what I intend on showcasing. I'll present the good (there are lots), the bad (there are few), and the ugly (me) of Colorado hiking, peaks, backpacking, and camping...maybe a little fishing and hunting.
AT class of 2022 and you can see the entire journey here.
AT class of 2022 and you can see the entire journey here.
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Return to Hideaway Mountain.
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A few years ago I attempted to summit Hideaway Mountain but got turned back by storm clouds in the area. The peak is every exposed and it isn't where you want to be when a storm rolls in. Leaving this hike unfinished has been nagging at me to complete and I finally got my chance last week. Partial gear list Sunglasses - www.shadyrays.com 25L Pack - chickentrampergear.com/collections/ultralight-...
Some Unpublished Video Around Colorado From 2023
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I was going through my old videos from last year and realized I had a bunch of footage that I never uploaded. I threw together a good mashup of some of the highlights from my adventures last year. Partial gear list Sunglasses - www.shadyrays.com 25L Pack - chickentrampergear.com/collections/ultralight-backpacks/products/ctug-25-day-pack 45L backpack - chickentrampergear.com/collections/ultralig...
Your Appalachian Trail Thru Hike - Beating the Mental Game, Part 2
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We continue the discussion about the mental aspect of an AT thru hike and go over some tips to maintain your positive state on trail, plus how to handle hitting your breaking point. Partial gear list Sunglasses - www.shadyrays.com 25L Pack - chickentrampergear.com/collections/ultralight-backpacks/products/ctug-25-day-pack 45L backpack - chickentrampergear.com/collections/ultralight-backpacks/pr...
Your Appalachian Trail Thru Hike - Beating the Mental Game, Part 1
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The mental aspect of a thru hike can be just as, or even more, challenging as the physical side. I've seen plenty of people who started in great shape, banging out high miles, only to get off trail before the end of North Carolina because they were not equipped to overcome mental hurdles. In this episode I'll talk about 5 common factors that affect your outlook on the AT and thru hiking. By no ...
Five Myths About the Appalachian Trail That Almost Everyone Believes (Until You Hike It)
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Let's talk about five misconceptions about the Appalachian Trail that most people believe before their thru hike. At least one of these will surprise you. Partial gear list Sunglasses - www.shadyrays.com 25L Pack - chickentrampergear.com/collections/ultralight-backpacks/products/ctug-25-day-pack 45L backpack - chickentrampergear.com/collections/ultralight-backpacks/products/ctug-45-liter-ultral...
An in depth review of the Six Moon Designs Swift V pack.
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I realize this video is a bit longer than most gear reviews but I felt this pack needed the attention and a thorough explanation of my thoughts on it. If you want to see more about the Swift V, here's a link to the SMD page. www.sixmoondesigns.com/products/swift-v-hiking-backpack Partial gear list Sunglasses - www.shadyrays.com 25L Pack - chickentrampergear.com/collections/ultralight-backpacks/...
Backpacking Christmas Gift Ideas to Help Non Backpackers
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We all have stress this time of year and picking out thoughtful Christmas gifts can add to it. These are some stocking stuffer priced items that will make a backpacker happy without breaking the bank. Merry Christmas. Duke Cannon - dukecannon.com/collections/lip-balm Insect Repellent - www.sawyer.com/product-categories/insect-repellent Buff - www.buff.com/us/ Dirty Girl Gaiters - dirtygirlgaite...
Let's talk about resupply boxes for your 2024 AT thru hike
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Let's talk about resupply boxes for your 2024 AT thru hike
A few things to consider when planning your 2024 AT thru hike.
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A few things to consider when planning your 2024 AT thru hike.
The new gear I'll be using during my Colorado Trail thru hike
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The new gear I'll be using during my Colorado Trail thru hike
A couple of new pieces of gear for 2023.
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A couple of new pieces of gear for 2023.
Review and Giveaway of the Aksoul Portable Tiny Air Pump (Pimp)
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Review and Giveaway of the Aksoul Portable Tiny Air Pump (Pimp)
A Father's Day Overnight Trip in Palmer Lake Plus Checking out a New Water Filter by Hydrapak
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A Father's Day Overnight Trip in Palmer Lake Plus Checking out a New Water Filter by Hydrapak
A first look video at the latest addition to the Melanzana product line.
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A first look video at the latest addition to the Melanzana product line.
My Post-AT review of the Six Moon Designs Lunar Solo 1P UL Backpacking Tent
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My Post-AT review of the Six Moon Designs Lunar Solo 1P UL Backpacking Tent
A quick review of the Get Out Gear puffy blanket
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A quick review of the Get Out Gear puffy blanket
A review of the the UGQ backpacking quilt I used on my Appalachian Trail Thru hike in 2022.
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A review of the the UGQ backpacking quilt I used on my Appalachian Trail Thru hike in 2022.
A quick update to let you know what's going on.
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A quick update to let you know what's going on.
Finally A New Backpacking Clothing Company That's Making a Product Worth Buying.
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Finally A New Backpacking Clothing Company That's Making a Product Worth Buying.
An Overnight Trip Hiking Segments 1 and 2 of the Colorado Trail.
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An Overnight Trip Hiking Segments 1 and 2 of the Colorado Trail.
Five Tips To Help You With Your Thru Hike Resupply
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Five Tips To Help You With Your Thru Hike Resupply
0:05 WTFFFFF 😂
Thanks for a great review, i was looking into this tent as my first walking pole tent, but because i hade to seam seal it and being a single wall i ended up with the Lanshan 1 instead. Very happy with it but just sometimes a little smal on the inside, but the lunar looks like a palace inside. The Lanshan will properly be replaced but if it will be a Lunar Solo or a Gossamer gear the two, man i'm having a hard time deciding...
Thanks for watching. I absolutely love the Lunar Solo, especially for the price and weight. As someone who is 73", I had plenty of room inside. I knew a few people who had the Gossamer One and none of them liked it. I heard the Two was much better.
Thanks for the heads up. I used it yesterday and where I actually was, and where Alltrails showed me where I was, was way off. It also failed to show trails that would have gotten me back on course. Fortunately, it was a day hike. But the 7.5 mile hike ended up being 11.5 miles. Fortunately , I'm in decent shape and had extra supplies in case I got real lost. I'll use the app to find trailheads, and that's it.
@glennl70 glad to hear you were prepared for a longer hike. AllTrails is good for seeing what trails are available, not so good for actual navigation.
Not %100 but I'm sure that fuel transfer in a pressurized can doesn't work that way. Unless you have a pump, the two cans will just equal out. You need a pump system to force the total fuel from one can to another, otherwise the can with more pressure will empty in to the lesser can until the pressure equals out. So that device may just be a scam.
@raymondbond1468 I've used it about 50 times and it works perfectly. Highly recommend picking one up.
Looks like another great trip. Thanks for sharing
Great info! Ty🎉🎉
Beautiful view 👍🏻
That's your voice?
Yup
@@gregmortonoutdoors you sound more southern
@@KAFKUBA South Jersey, maybe
Hi Greg, yes I got a reflective pad which is similar to that windscreen thing that you put in your car in hot weather and I think it works ok . anyway, that said, you talked about putting bungies around the mat and reflector ? maybe use some of that rubbery net they put under mats in the house to stop slipping, it's cheap as chips ! Good luck mate.
Was hoping you were going to say it's cheaper then $800 🙂
Alltrails has ruined some beautiful places. Now there is toilet paper, feces, graffiti and trash in places that were pristine 15 years ago. I no longer post info online about great trails.
It's kind of a double edged sword. On one hand you want others to enjoy what you've come to love. On the other, you don't want the area over used and ruined. That's exactly what happened to Max Patch.
How many days did it take you and please, what was your avg daily mileage?
I think I was 12-15 miles per day but my last day was only a few miles to US 50 where I finished. It took 5 about days. Definately a great hike.
Opinion on Gaia vs. Natural Atlas?
I've never used Natural Atlas but it looks really good. It's worth checking out.
@@gregmortonoutdoors I’ve always used GAIA but the youtuber from MyLifeOutdoors recommends it.
But aren’t they all just the same? Same sources?
Not at all. You'll find different maps and more reliable GPS with different apps.
Thank you I almost paid for All Trails. Phew!
It’s good now. This is an old video. He should take it down.
@@Lowridersdoggs Nope, it's still the same.
I'm glad I could help
How tall are you, and did you have any issue touching the side wall and getting your footbox wet from condensation? Thanks!
I'm 6'1" and there is plenty of head and foot room.
I immediately stopped watching because of that stupid sound, far out. Just why?
But it got so much better.
Great video. Glad to have confirmation on my research that tells me it would be a great tent for me.
Did not appreciate the loud noise in the intro, I guess that was supposed to be lightening but jeez
But did it get your attention?
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Why do a lot of vids have to play background music? Just let the natural sounds be heard.
Slack packing and all those other types of "blazing" are straight up cheating and anyone that does it and claim a successful through hike are straight up frauds.
Everyone has they're own defination of a thru hike. Personally, I'm ok with blue blazes, especially when they add something unique to the hike. I'm not into slack packing because I don't want anyone carrying my gear.
I see you're a big fan of Reflectix. I looked through your channel, but I didn't find any kind of emergency shelter made from it. Could you make a video showing how to make an emergency shelter from Reflectix?
Thanks. Love your videos. And i love my chicken tramper.
What about Lightheart gear?
Thank you - some great suggestions here. I'm about to embark on a 14-day solo wild camping adventure in and around Aberdeen, Scotland. I'm growing, learning and being challenged every day and it's just great to feel ALIVE after a very tough four years.
Sounds like a great time. Enjoy it!!
@@gregmortonoutdoors Thank you! I hope you continue to enjoy your adventures too!
Some great tips here: thank you very much. 😊
Nice 😂
Will have meet you along the fl trail next year for sure!
Excellent!!!
Who doesn't like carrot cake. Lol. I'm glad your knee is ok.
I couldn't believe it was that good but I've never been disappointed with that coffee shop
Go get em Greg
I need you with me 😁
@@gregmortonoutdoors that sounds like you want to share a tent
@@KAFKUBA only with you, big guy
Helpful, thanks! I'll probably get it because there's nothing else like it: running vest and ~50L size. As I suspected and your review confirmed, I'll probably be cutting a LOT of things off of it. Seems like such a great pack, and all other reviews (diff size/shape people) say it's very comfortable. If they trimmed off some of the crap, it would also make it lighter - 36-40oz is a lot compared to some of the ultralight frameless 40L packs around 14oz.
Well here’s what most people do not consider. What does it cost you at home, not hiking? What do you normally spend on food, gas, laundry, housing, utilities, medical/medicines, etc.? I don’t think you should consider food as part of the cost to hike. Lodging, yes. Ubers, etc. yes. Hostels yes. Equipment, clothing specific to thru-hiking, yes. My first interest in thru-hiking started while reading the book Lost on the Appalachian Trail by Kyle Rohrig. He wore the same shoes for over 1K miles before getting another pair. He used a hammock. His backpack was a military style and pack weight was about 40 lbs. He made his own hiking staff. Not everyone will hike like this, but he even hiked 2/3 of it with his dog! He is from Florida so wasn’t used to mountain hiking. My point is that you can find a way to do it if you want to by doing what works for you.
Nice dude! Bring your gator gaiters!
More worried about the "Florida Man"
LFG🙏🐺❤️
Awesome!! That'll be amazing experience!!
I'm looking forward to it
I started March 21 just a day behind you.
Most of my friends started within a few days of me. Funny how the trail works
@@gregmortonoutdoors indeed. Btw this is Phoenix
Nice to see someone else using AC insulation I've been doing this for 10+ years however I put my pad inside my sleeping bag and reflectix directly on the ground works great
It really is surprising how much it improves the warmth of your pad
Wht app do u suggest
Sunday, March 10th: Thank-you for sharing. Very interesting. Worth considering. Good luck! Happy Trails! Ross08
I subscribed and haven't used yet, but it's annoying . It seems you can't get the directions to the trail ???
Subscribed bc of this video
Thank you!!
Radiant insulation requires an air gap in construction to work, so having reflectix + an inflatable pad to provide the air gap is what works. Some insulated inflatable pads have reflective foil down the middle with air gaps on both sides and can get R4 value, just having reflective mylar emergency blanket underneath an air pad would also work. Radiant insulation requires that air gap, that is why a space blanket directly on the skin is colder, it becomes conductive, but with an air gap it reflects heat.
Thank you for the tips. Be very careful using the fuel transfer device. At room temperature, canisters should be filled no more than about 80% full of liquid with 20% volume of gas at the top to allow for expansion. If a canister is filled with liquid with no "headspace," then an increase in temperature results in a large increase in pressure and can cause the canister to burst. If the released gas ignites, it's the bomb!
wow 200
Great views, even though your night sucked
Great views, I know it was major hard to get them, huge well done
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Huge well done on quarter ways, you look amazing.