03:17 Got the Initial Ascent bag per your suggestion! 💪🏽 Have taken it on three hunts this fall into some narly country and just love it. Built very well.
Great come back show!! Love it, many information that neat and valuable. Like the ear plug?!! I was not aware of there one. I am glad you are doing well. Susan did a terrific job being your cohost.
So happy to see yall! :D also i love that you put all the gear in the description. Now i don't have to skip thru the video later when in looking for something. Thanx
Brian: Game changer for me: I now pack a 1/8” closed cell foam pad. 4’x7’. Super light. Packs “pretty” small. So nice to have plenty of ground cloth/pad for camping in Floorless shelter or tent. I still use sleeping pad, but my 1/8” pad is almost comparable in weight to my old Tyvek ground sheet!
Thanks for all of this useful information. Found you on TH-cam 3 years ago and have been amazed at what it takes to hunt out west. Next year will be my first year to carry a weapon. Again, thanks.
Omg! I have the Cimmeron, but no liner! Wish I did last year, in the Frank, November hunt, just don't want the extra weight! Headed up again, same hunt, for 9 days, close enough!! Thanks for making me spend more $$! Lol. Hello Suzanne!
I love the gear dumps! Got Sissy Sticks because of one of these and will never look back. Hopefully we get another food dump soon to see if that has changed at all. Thanks Gritty!!
I love these videos, helps me with choosing the right gear! For my hunts! Any chance you could post a picture of what your pack looks like all packed up? You carry more gear than me in my IA6k and idk how you fit it in your pack bc mine was stuffed to the max on my Idaho hunt this year!
I’ve noticed in videos that Brad used quite a bit of Eberlestock gear. It’s pretty hard to find any videos on their equipment it’d be cool if you all ever decided to share your thoughts on its quality!
Brad Here. Absolutely. They have really good quality. They are doing more and more to get into the expedition pack space. They have some really good pieces coming out in 2022 and I will try and do a gear dump in the next month or so and can touch on some of the gear.
Love the content and how light you can keep your pack. I'm heading back to alaska and i'm trying to minimize my pack and i'm curious why you don't pack a cot for these long hunts? It's nice for getting off the ground especially on the tundra!
We just use a ground tarp and a nice backpacking air pad. We have been doing this for years and years. It's very comfortable and light weight. Most cots will add 1-1.5lbs at least. That's extra weight that we don't need and sleep great on the air pads. Thank you for tuning in and supporting us!
Brian Have you ever used Bag Balm put out by Dairy inc in Quebec, Canada . great for chapping , sores Rashes its anticeptic and heals great stuff You can get it in Western wear stores .
Brian - SAM XT tourniquet. A host of reason but primary’s are: easy of self application, and does not rely on hook and loop, which in the backcountry could get muddy/wet/clogged.
@@deannalemburg10 - I don’t really lose that much weight anymore-my nutrition is pretty diaper. I usually lose a few pounds. I used to lose 10-15 lbs on hunts like this.
@@deannalemburg10 - If I harvest a buck and eat all my food, I expect my pack to weigh 120-130lbs for the return hike out. It’s almost all downhill or flat hiking.
Hey Brian - How did the Black Ovis puffy pants perform during the hunt? Particularly for warmth and wind blocking. I believe you have experience with the Sitka and Stone Glacier as comparison?
This is just something I put together in notes or microsoft word. I then print it off before each trip so I can physically mark it off making sure I have what I need.
Brian- gathered from your a statement (“ locally owned here in Utah”) that you live somewhere in Utah. Seems like your video hunts are mostly conducted in Idaho and Montana. Do you hunt public lands in Utah for elk and mule deer? Seems like there would be some nice opportunities perhaps closer to home.
Brian, just curious if you know what the Grakksaw game bags are actually made of. Their website just says Nylon blend, that’s as vague as any supplement saying “proprietary blend!” Clearly they work well for you though. Looking to upgrade game bags, I’ve traditionally used “Alaska game bags” but once used I trash them plus the elk bags (4) . weigh right around 25-26 oz not even in the cheap plastic bag they come in. Thoughts and opinion?
What are your thoughts on using the 6.5 RPM for elk? I've always been a bigger is better kind of guy but those 6.5 bullets remind me of the .257; they just seem to put game down. Still leaning more towards my win mag for elk though. Glad you're feeling better hope you have a great rest of the hunting season!
Hey there. So we have since moved away from the Black Diamond head lamp. It is an ok headlamp, but it isn't rechargeable. We started using the Peax Equipment head lamp and it is incredible. It is rechargeable and on the low setting, which is very bright, lasts around 50-53 hours without charging. It has 3 white settings and 3 read settings. Check it out if you would like. www.peaxequipment.com/products/backcountry-duo
Great question. My sickness began around September 3rd and went to October 1st. I began running and lifting weights on October 5th. My lungs were fine. I didn’t suffer from fatigue. My recovery was really good. The only residual effect I have (as far as I can tell) is a slight cough after a 5 mile run and I’m still coughing up junk on each run. I don’t feel sick or anything-but the flem is super annoying-I compare it to a person who has a slight pollen allergy. I think it’s going to clear up in a few more weeks of hiking. Honestly, I wouldn’t know I have any flem to cough up if I didn’t run. I think the exercise is accelerating my recovery.
But in summary, I use the following: 1. pedialyte 2. Liquid IV 3. MTN OPS Ignite/Enduro 4. Sthealthy Nutrition E-Charge 5. Salt Caps 6. LMNT Salty AF 7. LonoLife Bone Broth 8. True Lemon flavor packets.
Couldn't give a bigger thumbs down👎 on the kuiu katana. Bought off your recommendation on them not getting stinky. One hike and they are funkier than a pair of levis.
That’s crazy! I freaking LOVE them! I sweat like a madman and mine stay so clean and comfy! Everyone is different I guess. Sorry to hear that you didn’t have the same experience as me.
03:17 Got the Initial Ascent bag per your suggestion! 💪🏽
Have taken it on three hunts this fall into some narly country and just love it. Built very well.
Loved this episode ... You and the Mrs. make a great team ... Have her on, more ... Keep up the great work ... Love your show ...
Great timing- can't wait for the food list...glad you are able to start hunting again.
Great come back show!! Love it, many information that neat and valuable. Like the ear plug?!! I was not aware of there one. I am glad you are doing well. Susan did a terrific job being your cohost.
So happy to see yall! :D also i love that you put all the gear in the description. Now i don't have to skip thru the video later when in looking for something. Thanx
Just ordered a liner for my Cimmaron and thought "I bet Gritty has a code for us..." BINGO. Thanks Brian and SO.
So glad to see you back. Stay healthy and take care of that family.
Brian: Game changer for me: I now pack a 1/8” closed cell foam pad. 4’x7’. Super light. Packs “pretty” small. So nice to have plenty of ground cloth/pad for camping in Floorless shelter or tent. I still use sleeping pad, but my 1/8” pad is almost comparable in weight to my old Tyvek ground sheet!
Thanks for all of this useful information. Found you on TH-cam 3 years ago and have been amazed at what it takes to hunt out west. Next year will be my first year to carry a weapon. Again, thanks.
Holy damn it...... this is going to cost me a bunch of money! Awesome stuff, great video and a big thank you.
The stealthy cover works great as a spotting scope cover I used it for my 85 Swarovski this season
Enjoying the content. Info you are giving is awesome to someone just getting started.
"He wears this inside the house in the day time.." 🤣😂🤣 Your wife is hella cool. I like her comments.
Mrs Gritty knows your biz B. Very impressed!
Omg! I have the Cimmeron, but no liner! Wish I did last year, in the Frank, November hunt, just don't want the extra weight! Headed up again, same hunt, for 9 days, close enough!! Thanks for making me spend more $$! Lol. Hello Suzanne!
Brian, I was looking for the Idaho backcountry mule deer hunt videos on your list, and I noticed they aren't there anymore?
25 years congrats great wife great life
I’ve been really happy with my Crispi Guide GTX insulated boots.
I love the gear dumps! Got Sissy Sticks because of one of these and will never look back.
Hopefully we get another food dump soon to see if that has changed at all.
Thanks Gritty!!
Have you tried Thorlo socks? I love them, different socks for different uses
Perfect timing been waiting for another gear dump!
Thanks for what you do.
I love these videos, helps me with choosing the right gear! For my hunts! Any chance you could post a picture of what your pack looks like all packed up? You carry more gear than me in my IA6k and idk how you fit it in your pack bc mine was stuffed to the max on my Idaho hunt this year!
Love my seekoutside courthouse for base camp, I carry the seek dst tarp in my pack for emergency shelter/tent etc
How does the Goat Tur Knife do with elk back straps? Love the design but I’ve always used a longer blade. Going on my first elk hunt next year.
Wife helped keep you on track and details tight, teamwork makes the dream work! #CoupleGoals
Love the gear videos, helps me refine what’s in my pack already. Code gritty isn’t working with dark energy unfortunately.
You kids are awesome love your show
Quick sticks are awesome: wiser precision
Great Info! Which carrying case for your pack do you like to use for your GSI MicroLite water bottle?
I’ve noticed in videos that Brad used quite a bit of Eberlestock gear. It’s pretty hard to find any videos on their equipment it’d be cool if you all ever decided to share your thoughts on its quality!
Brad Here. Absolutely. They have really good quality. They are doing more and more to get into the expedition pack space. They have some really good pieces coming out in 2022 and I will try and do a gear dump in the next month or so and can touch on some of the gear.
Thanks Suzanne
Western mountaineering GWS the best bags
Love the content and how light you can keep your pack. I'm heading back to alaska and i'm trying to minimize my pack and i'm curious why you don't pack a cot for these long hunts? It's nice for getting off the ground especially on the tundra!
We just use a ground tarp and a nice backpacking air pad. We have been doing this for years and years. It's very comfortable and light weight. Most cots will add 1-1.5lbs at least. That's extra weight that we don't need and sleep great on the air pads. Thank you for tuning in and supporting us!
Great job I appreciate this gear video and beautiful wife 👍🏻
Black Ovis has the rechargeable steripen.
Brian Have you ever used Bag Balm put out by Dairy inc in Quebec, Canada . great for chapping , sores Rashes its anticeptic and heals great stuff You can get it in Western wear stores .
Which badger did you end up buying the, MF or GWS?
Brian - SAM XT tourniquet.
A host of reason but primary’s are: easy of self application, and does not rely on hook and loop, which in the backcountry could get muddy/wet/clogged.
Thank you!
And how much do you expect to lose in weight returning from hunt how much weight with meat?
@@deannalemburg10 - I don’t really lose that much weight anymore-my nutrition is pretty diaper. I usually lose a few pounds. I used to lose 10-15 lbs on hunts like this.
@@deannalemburg10 - If I harvest a buck and eat all my food, I expect my pack to weigh 120-130lbs for the return hike out. It’s almost all downhill or flat hiking.
Hey Brian - How did the Black Ovis puffy pants perform during the hunt? Particularly for warmth and wind blocking. I believe you have experience with the Sitka and Stone Glacier as comparison?
They worked great!
I didn’t see a battery pack whatcha use I use the poisieden dark energy pro
Great gear video. Anyone know what checklist app is being used here?
This is just something I put together in notes or microsoft word. I then print it off before each trip so I can physically mark it off making sure I have what I need.
What are your sizes in KUIU (pants, jacket)?
Maybe I misheard but though the Black Ovid code was 30% off til end of October. But I’m only getting a 10% discount with that code???
Brian on those Chota hippies do you just cross water without your boots on?? Wouldn't water fill your boots if not?
We take our boots off and cross with the waders. Then, take them off and put our boots back on.
Black ovis rocks I spend a lot money there
Regarding the dark energy charger, how well do they hold up in the cold? Or do you carry/store them close to you so they stay warm?
The Dark Energy Chargers perform flawlessly in the cold.
Brian- gathered from your a statement (“ locally owned here in Utah”) that you live somewhere in Utah. Seems like your video hunts are mostly conducted in Idaho and Montana. Do you hunt public lands in Utah for elk and mule deer? Seems like there would be some nice opportunities perhaps closer to home.
Brian, just curious if you know what the Grakksaw game bags are actually made of. Their website just says Nylon blend, that’s as vague as any supplement saying “proprietary blend!” Clearly they work well for you though. Looking to upgrade game bags, I’ve traditionally used “Alaska game bags” but once used I trash them plus the elk bags (4) . weigh right around 25-26 oz not even in the cheap plastic bag they come in. Thoughts and opinion?
What are your thoughts on using the 6.5 RPM for elk? I've always been a bigger is better kind of guy but those 6.5 bullets remind me of the .257; they just seem to put game down. Still leaning more towards my win mag for elk though. Glad you're feeling better hope you have a great rest of the hunting season!
Thank you! I’m not comfortable with the 6.5 RPM on elk-it would probably work but I’m more comfortable with a bigger caliber.
Look at the 6.8 western
Why not just 300 win mag?
I feel like with your track record you should pack two sleeping pads haha.
👍 Thanks
Sizing for clothing? Your height and weight. Just curious with Sitka Rain jackets if you need to size up with a puffy underneath.
The Sitka gear has a pretty true to size fit.
Are the Sitka GTX mittens discontinued? Looked legit but can’t find them for sale
I'm not sure. I have had these mittens for a few years now.
Any particular Black Diamond Headlamp that you prefer?
Hey there. So we have since moved away from the Black Diamond head lamp. It is an ok headlamp, but it isn't rechargeable. We started using the Peax Equipment head lamp and it is incredible. It is rechargeable and on the low setting, which is very bright, lasts around 50-53 hours without charging. It has 3 white settings and 3 read settings. Check it out if you would like. www.peaxequipment.com/products/backcountry-duo
Garmin Watch-Maybe I missed it but, what Garmin Watch are you rocking?
I believe it is the Fenix 6
I'm curious what water bottle you are using
We use the GSI Microlite 1000ml
So how has your fittness kept up with the sickness
Great question. My sickness began around September 3rd and went to October 1st. I began running and lifting weights on October 5th. My lungs were fine. I didn’t suffer from fatigue. My recovery was really good. The only residual effect I have (as far as I can tell) is a slight cough after a 5 mile run and I’m still coughing up junk on each run. I don’t feel sick or anything-but the flem is super annoying-I compare it to a person who has a slight pollen allergy. I think it’s going to clear up in a few more weeks of hiking. Honestly, I wouldn’t know I have any flem to cough up if I didn’t run. I think the exercise is accelerating my recovery.
Hey gritty what do you use for hydration ? And for your electrolytes?
Great question. I cover all my food and hydration info on this follow-up podcast:
th-cam.com/video/ktmcvPII5g0/w-d-xo.html
But in summary, I use the following:
1. pedialyte
2. Liquid IV
3. MTN OPS Ignite/Enduro
4. Sthealthy Nutrition E-Charge
5. Salt Caps
6. LMNT Salty AF
7. LonoLife Bone Broth
8. True Lemon flavor packets.
Awsome thank you gritty. Keep the hard work up I'm looking forward to useing some of this on my goat hunt this year
You should try the kuiu pro 6000 or pro 7800, which I’ve got. It’s money dude.
Got the Peax gaiters for my next trip
Ordered the Peax Backcountry Duo this morning and used “Gritty” to save almost $8.
Awesome! Thank you for the support
@@GrittyGearAndPodcast You are welcome.
@@GrittyGearAndPodcast I have sent you two more customers.
That's a nice pack
Try kuiu‘ s rain gear.
Let’s get some hunting videos going
I like these gear reviews..wife on the other hand does not...i tend to make a purchase of some new gear
Couldn't give a bigger thumbs down👎 on the kuiu katana. Bought off your recommendation on them not getting stinky. One hike and they are funkier than a pair of levis.
That’s crazy! I freaking LOVE them! I sweat like a madman and mine stay so clean and comfy! Everyone is different I guess. Sorry to hear that you didn’t have the same experience as me.