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Sole wears very fast,pity cause they were really great.

Thank you so much . Did you try this also in a very cold whether ?

I think the big selling point is the charging capabilities.

Excellent comprehensive review. Very Detailed. Minor things, repetitions 🙂. You didn't elaborate Toe protection. Gaiter attachment, other than these, it is awesome detailed review.

Very comfortable but mine leak in water just walking in the rain on a path for 40 minutes I.e. not walking through puddles. Disappointing for how much I paid.

I just cant deal with that orange especially when its stuck on the outside of the pack.

Dude you pre heat it before you open the fuel up again. That way you don’t have huge flames and flare ups. Most people will carry a small bottle of meths/alcohol or something like coghlans pre heating paste. I use a little squirt of alcohol hand gel. Pre-heat then fire her up.

uh, they haven't been called One One in quite a while now

Whats the weight capacity of these pads?

Could be great for sea kayaking or canoeing expeditions where a bit of extra weight isn't a problem.

Cute. I wonder if shes single.

Massive disappointment. Use anything other than the LOWA 3-folded t-shirt insoles, and your foot goes from having MAYBE 1 inch of Back Heel space, to 3/4 inch of heel space with any sort of quality insole. Merrell, Red Wings, and another brand I've rubbed the name off and forgot, none solve the issue. IMMEDIATE red heels, and anything other than a small hike results in bad rubbing and blisters. The bottom of the boot starts WAY, WAY, WAY too high up compared to where it starts to hold your ankle. They also designed the shoe to be so thin at the toe box that the reinforced left, and right side for the laces leave the weaker middle to cram and fold directly into your toes. Then, send it out with an insole so cheap it feels like you're walking on hardened rubber. Because you are. This won't be solved without significant wear, because the quality is high, and these areas have TWO LAYERS of leather to soften on the outer sides.

Can I ask a really noob question: If the igniter breaks, can you light the burner with matches or a lighter?

Good for canoe/ boat camping also.

Very good review, thanks!

Vibram Evo isn't like Vibram Megagrip. Meaning, you can sneak up on people 😁😁😁

Very comfortable, but the heel is slipping, i have very narrow heel. A little sad because the sizing for my foot size was perfect. Should i go for merrel moab 3 instead, for padded heel (assuming more tight heel)

Anyone ever tried wrapping around the corner post from the top and then going down and around it and then heading across and up to the next eyelet. I haven’t tried it extensively but it seems to work at least as good as the way it’s “supposed” to be laced. Am I crazy?

My biggest issue with the windburner is if your cup breaks or you lose it you cant just stop in whatever town your near and get whatever new boiling cup you can find, you have to get windburner products for it. Honestly unless you really need that anti wind feature the pocket rocket deluxe with a toaks 1100ml pot/pan combo is the way to go.

Great review, thanks man

I am a Sea To Summit fan; they are from my hometown, but I have owned the Ether light XT for 3 years. It feels like a beautiful cloud, but it now has a slow leak. I have discovered that this is a common issue with around 30 sleeps which is nothing. When I contacted Sea To Summit and the store, they refunded me without any questions. I have heard some people who love the pad are on their fourth replacement due to the same issue. You can do your own research, you will see for yourself.

I already have these shoes for hiking in high rocky terrain. Are they good for plantar fasciitis ?

The canister used upside down allows the liquid butane to flow liquid instead of the vapors right side up. So that the stove works as intended. Canisters of butane, isobutane and propane are not as volatile as white gas liquid fuels. Gas canisters fail at elevation mainly because it's colder. And colder air affects the density of the fuel which affects the fuel delivery (it chokes/freezes).

It's mentioned these suitable for backpacking. It should be noted lowa themselves only rate this to 9kg. Really only a day hiking boot. I have a pair an love them but they are not gor multi day hiking with a heavier pack.

Great video. Really appreciate the comparison and the commentary.

Man. I miss when these pads were sub $30

Firstly it looks like the igniter needs adjustment on the Soto, carefully adjusting the bit where the spark comes off it needs to be in the right position like a vehicle spark plug. Secondly the Soto lasts and extra 30 min on a small gas canister that’s a huge amount on a multi day trip. Third the pot stand can be left on yes it will take up more space, though when removing it I have never lost it new ones can be purchased, I bought the 3 pronged one which makes it lighter than the MSR.

I just bought a used pair of these on eBay

They do run large, about a half size, they do have a wide toe box, but it your feet are wide in the middle (like mine are) you'll want the wide sizing.

I was given one that I will take on a road trip as backup. Great review, thanks. I suspect the smokeyness is because you are burning pine not hardwood but we use what we have as long as it's dry and not green. Can't wait to test mine out.thanks again

You look like you've never used one of these before, and the stove is brand new.... Dont think ill be lending any weight to anything said in this video. Grass is dry, put it on the tree stump. Better for your back and lowers the fire risk. Pump goes in easiest filter first. Lube the tip of the fuel hose before putting it in the pump so you dont damage the oring. Spit on it if you dont have the oring oil. (Official MSR manual advice) Your fuel line is in wrong. Turn it 90degrees so the hook sits in the saddle. Light the wick through the hole on the side next to the wick. Its easier, especially if its windy and avoids burning your fingers if you didnt bring a great big kitchen lighter like yours.

I just bought a jet boil I mean it’s a great looking kit sure for less money you can get something comparably or even better but as far as looks that thing sure is pretty !

Z Lite Sol for me. Can’t live with the colour orange! 😬

Best boot I have ever owned, and while yes, the price is high, when it comes to the most important piece of gear on your hike, I don't think you should skimp.

Im glad you said these are good for people with joint issues. For some reason, I can never get a good roll on my joints. They're lumpy sometimes and come undone.

This is easily the best comparison I've ever seen. It's interesting to see the delta between the Flash and Minimo is so much smaller than Jetboil claims. I was worried about giving up significant boil time in exchange for heat control but seeing that wasn't the case this really cements the Minimo as the best option, for me.

I bought a pair of these Salomon's x ultra 4 and the stitching started coming apart after 5 months then it started coming apart even more and developed a tear , Salomon refused to honour it's two year warranty and so after buying several pairs of Salomon previously I made a determination never to buy anything from Salomon ever again. I've just bought the la Sportiva Tx 5 to replace my Salomon x ultra and it's way better than the Salomon. Needless to say I've been extremely disappointed by Salomon customer services Mlungisi Mazibuko from Salomon customer services in KwaZulu-Natal , south Africa.

From Australia: I'm so disappointing with KEEN leather shoes and also similar mid hiking boots. The sole do not last (12 months) even if not used on stony/rocky/hill country and I'm very close to 71 years. Shoe testers/reviewers need to come up with a sole test chart.

Those referring to Vibram MegaGrip as "sticky rubber" have no clue what they are talking about.

What is the color option of the reviewed boot. Cant find this lighter option with the white 4d anywhere

Is it worth getting the quest instead

Too bad after the warranty if your battery dies you are out of luck and basically have to throw it away.

No need to separate the stove and gas canister when putting away, they fit in the mug still connected. Not my idea - saw a guy on TH-cam do it!

Nice review!

Not a real kayak...

I flatten a zlite in probably a month.

Gave me the info I wanted - thanks.. Keeping minimo and might maybe will get a stash.

Does anybody know a manufacturer who make light weight hiking shoe with natural shaped toebox? With a little bit more space for the big toe to spread while walking? I really liked Adidas Free Hiker gtx version 1. Unfortunatelly they made the toebox narrower for the version 2 so there went that.

Toebox is too narrow. Why can't they make a hiking shoe which has some space for big toe to spread while walking? It is not natural for toes to be all squeezed together.

Over time, I have found that my foot has flattened so the wide version of this boot seems to be working for me. Also, I am hoping the light weight of the Ultra 4 X will make them suitable for biking.