Hi guys, Hope you enjoyed the video! One thing I forgot to mention was hiking poles! I very rarely use them, however, they are an excellent bit of kit which many hikers use. They’re a 4 wheel drive upgrade for hiking. I’ve got some great use out of them when I’ve been recovering from injuries (which has been a lot 😂). Another important bit of kit, a whistle! Great for emergencies, both of my rucksacks have them built into the chest strap so I forgot to mention.
I've always got a pocket knife and length of strong cord too, which has very occasionally come in handy. I assume there's one in the first-aid kit, but a tick tool as well (thankfully not come in handy, so far 🤞)
I always carry a bivvy bag just for an extreme emergency where I wouldn't be able to make it back. Never needed it yet but for the small bit of weight and size I think it's worth it as I'd rather spend a night cold and dry as opposed to cold and wet.
Hello 👋 my outdoors friend, greetings from Northern California. Thank you for sharing this informative video. All the best to you, stay safe out there. 😊
Great vlog Alex. I'd be inclined to also have a group shelter for 2 upwards (size of group depending) and great for gnarly lunch stops, whistle, notebook/pen/pencil. Group shelters are a real lifesaver 👍
That’s a very important piece of kit that I forgot to mention as both my bags have whistles built in to them. I’ll add it to the list in the comments. Thanks!
Hi m8 I carry everything in your bag plus small bivvybag Swiss Army knife with a saw on it and a lighter and ferro rod in case of being caught out overnight oh and sometimes a stove and mug for brew or ration pack👍
I have just packed my day hike bag for snowdonia. I normally take trekking poles and an emergency shelter. I use etip thin gloves and often take sealskin socks especially when the ground is wet. Never taken a foil blanket before. I’ve taken a trowel before though.
Have you thought about a cheap Vs expensive comparison? I've got gear from relatively cheap but decent columbia gear up to fjallraven and arcteryx etc. All serve their purpose.
Hi Alex, this is a great video. I’m in the market for some new hiking boots/shoes as my 10 year old Merrell boots have finally given in. Living in North Notts, I often hike in the areas you normally film in both summer and winter conditions. Do you have a shoe/boot recommendation or a video discussing this, please? Thanks.
Hi guys, Hope you enjoyed the video! One thing I forgot to mention was hiking poles! I very rarely use them, however, they are an excellent bit of kit which many hikers use. They’re a 4 wheel drive upgrade for hiking. I’ve got some great use out of them when I’ve been recovering from injuries (which has been a lot 😂).
Another important bit of kit, a whistle! Great for emergencies, both of my rucksacks have them built into the chest strap so I forgot to mention.
I've always got a pocket knife and length of strong cord too, which has very occasionally come in handy.
I assume there's one in the first-aid kit, but a tick tool as well (thankfully not come in handy, so far 🤞)
I always carry a bivvy bag just for an extreme emergency where I wouldn't be able to make it back.
Never needed it yet but for the small bit of weight and size I think it's worth it as I'd rather spend a night cold and dry as opposed to cold and wet.
Good tips. To add I usually carry some spare boot laces in case they break and gaiters. I also have a survival shelter that but it’s not essential.
Hello 👋 my outdoors friend, greetings from Northern California. Thank you for sharing this informative video. All the best to you, stay safe out there. 😊
Thanks for another informative vlog….. always better to be safe than sorry
Great video mate. 👍What's your favourite routes to do in the Peak District?
Great vlog Alex. I'd be inclined to also have a group shelter for 2 upwards (size of group depending) and great for gnarly lunch stops, whistle, notebook/pen/pencil. Group shelters are a real lifesaver 👍
Some really great tips bud 👏
Thank you very much! 😊
Some good tips Alex , i usually carry a whistle for a emergency.
That’s a very important piece of kit that I forgot to mention as both my bags have whistles built in to them. I’ll add it to the list in the comments. Thanks!
Hi m8 I carry everything in your bag plus small bivvybag Swiss Army knife with a saw on it and a lighter and ferro rod in case of being caught out overnight oh and sometimes a stove and mug for brew or ration pack👍
I believe Osprey backpacks have them integrated.
I have just packed my day hike bag for snowdonia. I normally take trekking poles and an emergency shelter. I use etip thin gloves and often take sealskin socks especially when the ground is wet. Never taken a foil blanket before. I’ve taken a trowel before though.
@@juliagoatly5857 sealskin socks good I use military ones,av a nice trip
Brilliant run down Alex! Love your content! All the best for 2024
Great video as always Alex! I’m doing day 1 of the Pennine way shortly and this was a great video to check my kit I had planned on taking against 🙌
Have you thought about a cheap Vs expensive comparison? I've got gear from relatively cheap but decent columbia gear up to fjallraven and arcteryx etc. All serve their purpose.
Hi great informative video thank you. What make is your head torch? I'm about to upgrade and looking for ideas. Thanks
Thank you 😊 the head torch is a Petzl, they do great head torches and so do Black Diamond
Thank you
Hi Alex, this is a great video. I’m in the market for some new hiking boots/shoes as my 10 year old Merrell boots have finally given in. Living in North Notts, I often hike in the areas you normally film in both summer and winter conditions. Do you have a shoe/boot recommendation or a video discussing this, please? Thanks.
Is a synthetic jacket like a nano puff enough? I’ve heard people say down loses its ability to keep you warm when it gets wet?
Hi Alex, is it Outside in Hathersage you work in?
Total weight plz
I didn’t weigh it unfortunately and never have done before, next time I do a kit video I’ll definitely weigh it 😊