I would like to suggest that you research the Grayl Geopress water filtration system. I find it the best water treatment system available, at least right now.
Spot on! Have been using it for almost four years now. Initial price and replacement cartridges are a bit pricey but, you can't fault its function! Rgds Si
Don't worry Neil, I'm 100% sure you could knock one up in your garden shed from Ray Mears old underwear and a pair of Lofty's old socks! Long live Asparagus with Orange Au jus!
I safety pin a double sized SOL Mylar sheet to the poncho liner, because it stops convection from stealing my heat away, and reduces conduction with outside temps, and either cold or heat via radiation away from me as well, when used as a quilt or cocoon for the hammock. Shiny side is always facing out. And it can be used for over head shade or to keep night time dampness away, and can also act as a heat reflector behind you. For cool temps, the Mylar can be on the inside of the poncho liner, but for Cold Temps below 40F I place liner next to me with the Mylar side as the outer layer. I stick some clear packaging tape to the Mylar before pinning it to the poncho liner. SOL Mylar sheet is quiet and tougher than the cheap stuff.. It will add about 3 or 4 oz and 20 degrees of warmth to your kit. I don’t pack a bivy, just a large 55 gallon drum liner bag with my poncho. And I also bring a light down jacket, watch cap, and 2 lb duck down sleeping bag to be used as a top quilt down to the 30F. For Colder temps I bring a wiggys 20F sleeping bag. And I either bring leather moccasin slippers to sleep in or down booties depending on temps to keep my feet warm. My 2 outer layers will consist of a BDU or flannel shirt, and either a fleece or wool Jacket.
Questions Neil. Having a double-layer hammock is the "sleeve" you use for your mat at an angle; so that you sleep head left-feet right(or visa versa) for a flat lay? Where can I buy the survival scarf please? I have modified my tarp by tying shock cord loops to the existing loops to help excessive wear and tear; plus it helps keep the guylines taut which in turn keeps the tarp taut. I now place my sleeping mat inside my bivvy bag with my sleeping bag, as I kept sliding off the mat if I slept with it outside!
Personally I wouldn't stick my first aid kit in a secret zip pocket under my bergan hood. Who is going to know where that is? A rule I was told was always use the casualties first aid kit as you might need yours at a point very soon. Therefore first aid kit clearly marked on an outer pouch with a cross or crescent; whatever your persuasion. Anyone worth their salt on Jackdaw would have told you that (ie. Use the casualties field dressing not your own)
All looks very relaxing, nice kit too.
Nice kit…have fun stay safe.
Nice loadout. Love the t-shirt 👍
I would like to suggest that you research the Grayl Geopress water filtration system. I find it the best water treatment system available, at least right now.
Spot on! Have been using it for almost four years now. Initial price and replacement cartridges are a bit pricey but, you can't fault its function! Rgds Si
@@simonthebritoverthepond6719 well if you have one wilbur....then I should get one too!
Don't worry Neil, I'm 100% sure you could knock one up in your garden shed from Ray Mears old underwear and a pair of Lofty's old socks! Long live Asparagus with Orange Au jus!
100%, They're superb pieces of kit, I've tried quite a few different filters but this is by far the best.👍🏻
Great video. However, might i suggest you show the zoot suit, goretex jacket, etc, in the cutaways and not just the bags you carry them in?
P.S. you didn't mention which hammock you were using?
Yes, Love the new shirt. Looked in your store to buy one, but not there! Coming soon?
Like your teeshirt, mate. That's a sweet logo / design. Anyhoow, how about seeing if you can get them on antibacterial baselayers.
Loving the t-shirts. I would like the logo on the back if you do it
Thanks Neil , enjoyed seeing your load out. Good for me to get ideas for my pack
Thanks Neil. What volume Trangia do you suggest please?
Thanks Neil, some great ideas as always.
Great to see what you carry. I'd, over a green tshirt, cant see them in the shop?
Is there anything you might do/carry differently for autumn?
I safety pin a double sized SOL Mylar sheet to the poncho liner, because it stops convection from stealing my heat away, and reduces conduction with outside temps, and either cold or heat via radiation away from me as well, when used as a quilt or cocoon for the hammock. Shiny side is always facing out. And it can be used for over head shade or to keep night time dampness away, and can also act as a heat reflector behind you. For cool temps, the Mylar can be on the inside of the poncho liner, but for Cold Temps below 40F I place liner next to me with the Mylar side as the outer layer. I stick some clear packaging tape to the Mylar before pinning it to the poncho liner. SOL Mylar sheet is quiet and tougher than the cheap stuff.. It will add about 3 or 4 oz and 20 degrees of warmth to your kit. I don’t pack a bivy, just a large 55 gallon drum liner bag with my poncho. And I also bring a light down jacket, watch cap, and 2 lb duck down sleeping bag to be used as a top quilt down to the 30F. For Colder temps I bring a wiggys 20F sleeping bag. And I either bring leather moccasin slippers to sleep in or down booties depending on temps to keep my feet warm. My 2 outer layers will consist of a BDU or flannel shirt, and either a fleece or wool Jacket.
Who makes those wonderful, screw- type tent pegs?
Questions Neil. Having a double-layer hammock is the "sleeve" you use for your mat at an angle; so that you sleep head left-feet right(or visa versa) for a flat lay?
Where can I buy the survival scarf please?
I have modified my tarp by tying shock cord loops to the existing loops to help excessive wear and tear; plus it helps keep the guylines taut which in turn keeps the tarp taut.
I now place my sleeping mat inside my bivvy bag with my sleeping bag, as I kept sliding off the mat if I slept with it outside!
I did notice the mosquito having a good feed on your neck near the end of the film. Bet that itches.
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Hey Neil, Probably been asked before but where did you get the Kuksa
It's the one from my "how to" video I did a few weeks back.
Thanks I’ll look back👍
Neil is the hammock a DD?
No, it's a very basic, homemade one
A 'cut scare'????
Personally I wouldn't stick my first aid kit in a secret zip pocket under my bergan hood.
Who is going to know where that is?
A rule I was told was always use the casualties first aid kit as you might need yours at a point very soon.
Therefore first aid kit clearly marked on an outer pouch with a cross or crescent; whatever your persuasion.
Anyone worth their salt on Jackdaw would have told you that (ie. Use the casualties field dressing not your own)