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Thank you for sharing this awesome video clip. Very good message, saftey gotta come first.

GPS does not take any notable amounts of energy, as well as all the things U mentioned, maybe get a power bank instead this will actually help.

Cool video! Thanks! Really useful tips :)

I depends on where you get your water at. There is always a spring around major water sources. You just have to know what to look for.

Attempting to dry footwear with a stove is a horrible idea. This is a huge waste of fuel, the concentrated flame is very inefficient at drying anything without burning it and probably you. 0/10, would never in any situation recommend trying this

Also, who doesn’t want a nice hot meal at the end of many many miles?? Its the highlight of the evening!

What you failed to mention is compressing a down sleeping sack like this will cause it to lose its fluff leading to less “R value” which means it won’t work as well on chillier nights.

That’s that “UL” bs… all find and dandy if someone wants to sacrifice survival necessities in the name of UL but the bad part is new hikers are bombarded with “UL is the only way” creators and marketing that could potentially put them in danger or make their experience so bad they won’t continue or evolve. I hike my own hike and Cary light most of the time and always pack for the specific hike but I never sacrifice essential items if things go south and I find my way in a survival situation.

Interesting that everyone disagreeing with you is a misogynist but you haven't responded to any of them to actually defend your opinion

You’re super condescending and I hope I never run into you out there. You seem like a real tool.

I always just sleep in the dirt or on top on my rubber B**** with a poncho liner and my gortex bag cover. You must be very privileged to have a down sleeping bag and titanium cook wear and freeze dried food as well. I should have joined the army to get such nice equipment.

I can't believe people are recommending this. So dangerous. And most people dont have adequate fire making skills either to be taking this sort of risk. It's so easy to take a small gas canister and a compact folding stove.

Compression sacks are heavy and most packs are water resistant if not waterproof. A lot of us also line our packs with waterproof nylofume, so it doesn't matter as long as you don't put sharp stuff in there too.

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yea all those compression sacks are unnecessary. you can line your pack with a compactor bag, put all items needed to stay dry in said bag, twist it up tight and it won’t get any water in it. my backpacking pack consists of the compactor bag with all dry items in it, my food bag, and a 1L dry bag for small items potentially needed during the day. simple, and no extra frilly steps

Getting in before the reservations kick in for the day is a great tip!

great video!!

Nice video, my only gripe here is the idea that a trail runner will last you "3 seasons". If you do any amount of hiking you should replace them yearly. The cushioning on them long expires before the grips wear down.

Thank you! All I hear is about how I “need to wear trail runners” like that is the only option. I have known weak ankles and roll them on a flat sidewalk but I always catch flak for wearing my boots. Some companies make some very lightweight waterproof boots that offer great support and really cradle the foot. Get what fits your hiking style and personal comfort level. Great video!

Nice video. Thanks for sharing. 👍2

Helpful breakdown of an overwhelming topic. Well done!

Link me the popular outdoor influencers putting the sleeping bag directly into the back pack. You are full of shit and just want the clicks fuck off

The tone of this video is pretty condescending. I don't think I've ever seen someone suggest that you just shove it loose in your pack-- most people who prefer not to use a stuff sack use a waterproof pack liner and stuff all their down objects including their sleeping bag into it, usually at the base of their pack. This also just all comes down to preference and I don't think you're doing anyone a service by speaking in this definitive all-knowing way.

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Great video. Awesome information. I'm going to do one of these on my trip to Colorado in a couple of weeks. New follower here. Crow

I wholeheartedly agree and relate with you on this

The time estimate is so good! Seeing people start long hikes when I'm almost back to the trailhead always freaks me out 😬

'Loose' in the pack with a trash bag pack liner is literally how every thru hiker packs their pack.

Maybe dont be so condesending about something that is an opinion... For me it works way better to stuff it into the bottom of a waterproof liner, its way more space efficient for me as it gets compressed by the other items in my pack, and will shape around them, filling all the little holes that otherwise wouldnt be filled by anything.

For 99% of everyone, you are right. There are a few high end mountaineers saving scraps of space in a waterproof pack by doing it with no sack.

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Do rangers check the permit at the parking lots? I am staying inside the park (cabins road) just south of Moraine park so I will be beyond the entrance gate. Would like to hike and fish some of the glacial lakes.

This is more preference than fact. I did an entire thru hike of the AT stuffing my bag directly in the pack. Never a single problem. Only time my bag would ever get wet is when it was out of my pack/liner

Oooh Life Straw called out 🫢 People not filtering at the spigot at Havasu is sooo real.

It's called a pack liner. Protects just as well as a stuff sack and are actually water proof not just resistant. Not anky that, shoving your bag/quilt into your pack fills any empty space that would be left by a store sack. Allowing you organize and balance your pack batter.

That is the exact stuff sack i use for my down quilt.

Your hobby is walking, its really not this serious.

LOL! Shots fired at @LifeStraw...love the hot take!

Based on this comment section, it feels like the next top tip for (femme associated) hikers is not to create content because misogyny is a global hobby. But fuck that, let them whine.

Awesome video. I’m headed to Colorado in a few weeks. New follower here. Crow✌️

meh, i worked a job backpacking for years- we all ditched stuff sacks and we're fine. I liked the speed of packing and actually find it more space efficient than a sleeping bag block. obviously take care of your stuff and keep it dry- dry bag stuff sacks arent the only way to do that tho

Super helpful show notes as always. Thanks for compiling all of that!

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Also every thruhiker doesn't use a stuff sack

I’m sorry but hearing that people just stuff their sleeping bag in their pack raw is so cursed

pack liner

I have a waterproof pack and also have a pack liner that I stuff the bag and stuff extra socks and underwear in the sleeping bag then the liner gets folded and the rest goes on top. There is more than one way to keep the bag safe

The only 'big' folks I've seen do this (and i watch a lot of backpacking influencers) a) use a waterproof pack liner, and/or a pack that is super waterproof b) specifically talk about the importance of keeping down dry. Also this was super condescending.

Your attitude kinda sucks. I'm sure your advice is useful but your tone is just unpleasant. You don't have to be rude about people jeez.

A compression sack is not efficient as far as volume is concerned.