Hanging Bear Bag Hacks | Hang PCT Method - No Stick Needed!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 8 ก.ย. 2024
- This video demonstrates how hang a bear bag using the PCT Method - PCT Style, but adds in some hacks that will make life easier. It includes everything you need to hang a bear bag whether you use the tradition bear bag method or the PCT Method. This is perfect for anything from thru hiking the Appalachian Trail to going for a weekend overnight hike.
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My friend Mr. Tango taught me to keep a small, clean 6 oz disposable water bottle in my bag. When I get ready to hang the bag, fill the bottle with water and cap it, to give the bag weight to throw. This makes a much better throw than rocks as it is usually heavier and fills the hand well.
Ooh that a great idea too! You can also cut the top off if you need a water scoop. I like the way you think!
Nice! Another hack.... make a simple loop on the other end of your line and attach it to your bag. Your bag is now an anchor while you're throwing your line.
Ooh thats good! I won't have to step on it anymore. Smart man!
Nice! Thanks so much for the video. Can’t tell you how many times I’ve had to fiddle trying to get the stick out! I think this is WAY better. Gotta try this method next time I’m in the backcountry.
Another subscriber suggested trying an extra tent stake if you don't have 2 carabiners on you at the time. They said it is a lot easier to get out
I’ve used an extra stake, it’s just that the loop around the stake gets so tight and if you’re hanging food for several people and the food bag is heavy, there is so much pressure on the stake it’s still hard to pull out. It’s usually a two man job, I pull the rope down and try to relieve the pressure on the cord and my husband try’s to pull the stake out. With an actual stick it’s even worse. I’m definitely giving the two carabiner method a go. 👍
Roger that! Glad I can help :D
Thank you this was helpful! Also your voice and attitude is very pleasant :)
Oh thank you! :D
Alright now I am ready for foothills! Thank you!!
Have fun on the FHT! We loved it :D
Solid guide. Concise and a great method
Glad it was helpful!
I made the decision earlier this year that I had enough of bear bags. I got a bear canister I hike with. Makes me feel comfortable, acts as a chair and not bad on weight. Great video though on how to
Bear canisters are awesome chairs! They also make a great washing machine if you take your food out and add a little soap and water
While I also enjoy the vault for its dual purpose. I have talked with a ranger in the Smokies and he told me that the bears just carry the bear canister off and then defeat it. Hang your food and it will be there in the morning.
Nice little hacks and some good advice.
Thank you very much!
You’re a wonder, young man! First time, Baby🤣Teachers gotta teach...thnx, Buddy! Cameraman deserves a cookie! ATB, Lisa&Rick
Love that cameraman! Lol
Hiya Jeremiah :) You can make the loop from a truckers hitch as an easy loop for your larger carabiner. Difference is once you remove your carabiner you an just tug the ends and the loop will come undone :)
You are a genius! 😃
Very helpful. I'll try it myself. Thanks.
My pleasure
Jeremiah you are the Hack King
Thank you very much, Wallace! I'm all about finding as many ways as possible to make my life easier on trail lol
On my AT thru hike I used an extra tent stake in place of where you are using that 2nd carabiners. Do it the same way as the stick but super easy to get out in the morning.
That's a great idea!! I always bring an extra just in case. I'll give it a try. Thanks for the idea!!
Thank you for this video. I step out in a couple weeks to attempt a thru-hike of the AT. After watching your video, i am feeling much more confident about hanging my food bag.
Enjoy!
Sweet. Saves a step
Heck yeah! 🙌
You are... "Smarter than the average bear!"
😂🙌 I see what you did there!
great tip, thanks!
quick idea to add: while Amsteel (Dyneema) cordage isn't cheap, it has a *SUPER* silky texture (low friction) and it's a 12-strand constricting braid that can be very easily spliced (1/16" takes practice) for permanent end loops or even just tapered and passed back through itself to form thicker tapered end. i do so much hammock camping that i invested in spools of 1/16" and 7/64" Dyneema, and i haven't regretted it. my bear bag line is 30ft of 1/16" Lash-It with spliced loops at each end that allow me to do the same setup very easily. i'll usually use my tarp stakes bag as my throw (not as durable), or my slingshot ammo bags if i've brought it all. i've even just hooked my pocket knife's clip onto the fixed loops on my throw line and covered it with the stakes bag for a bit more protection.
A lot of great info :D Thank you!!
He’s bringing the cargo pants back in STYLE!!!
Lol always on the trail XD
Thanks! I’ll be using your method
Sweet! Happy to help :D
Great hack...now I just need to try it!
Heck yeah man! Get out there and give it a go :D
Very good hack Jerimiah!
Thank you, Edward!
Jeremiah 2 things I notice, all the perfect sizes stones you needed and the perfect branch over which to throw the line. Guess I am going to have to start hiking around your place. Lol
Lol we were at parking lot about to head home from an overnighter. I wish it was that easy in the woods XD
Jeremiah Stringer Hikes that is an understatement I generally section hike the AT in the NJ/PA area stumble over risks all day and when you need a couple of small stones, none to be found and a tree limb is another story.
I've used a stick to throw over a limb before, but you run the risk of it getting stuck. Someone suggested bringing an empty 6 oz bottle and filling it with water in another comment. Using that as a weight to throw. It always take me forever to find the right limb XD
Those are really neat tricks. Amazing. Take Care and Stay Safe.
Thank you! :D Take care!
Thanks for sharing.
My pleasure :D
abso brilliant. thanks
Thank you
Thank you! Great hack!
You're welcome!
You have ads! I guess I didn't notice them before. You're growing in fame! I had to get a bear canister for the Adirondacks, so I may just use that from now on, even though it adds weight, because you only needed one toss, but I throw like a 5 year old. I used to use odor-proof bags... I know, I know... I should just pour honey on my tent... Same danger. You are the HACK KING... Great video as always.
Thank you, Mark! I love the title Hack King! That's the first time I ever got it in one toss haha. The bear canister makes a great stool and clothes washer too!
I did enjoy that video and I shared it with a friend sir
Awesome thank you!
Nice neck knife man! Your step on the end and throw method is how I long throw/cast when magnet fishing. Using the different sized carabineer method is ingenious! Those bloopers are silly, next time I'm hiking I'm going to have to wear carabineer cargos. Thanks for sharing man, take care.
Lol we like to have fun. You don't know how many times I have thrown that stupid bag over and FINALLY made it only to have the rest of the cordage fly up and out of reach XD I haven't ever hear of magnet fishing. What is it? I love bass fishing
@@JeremiahStringer I did a couple videos this past summer titled Magnet Fishing and A Day On Planet Earth. Basic dragging a magnet on a rope in the ol' water and seeing what need things get stuck on it when you pull it up.
I'll check it out! :D
That’s very helpful. Thank you!
My pleasure! :D
Thanks for sharing, I saw you do this on another video...I tried it on the AT last weekend on a backpacking trip...worked awesome thanks...I am sharing with a friend also. :0)
That's awesome!! Glad it is working well and that you are spreading the knowledge to your friends
@@JeremiahStringer I will make sure i share it on the AT next year when I do my thru-hike...i am sure there are lots of thru hikers that would love this idea.....
That would be awesome! 😍
I have had my bag near the end of a hike be fairly light not want to slide up and down very easily. I know I could put some stuff in it to make it heavier. But to not have to mess with all that (and in case it gets hung up in the bark, tangled in branches, et cetera) I have a loop tied in the middle of my line that I hook my bag to. That way I have two lines hanging down, one of each side of the branch. That way if by bag goes up and won't come back down I can pull it back down.
That’s a good idea 😃
@@JeremiahStringer I forgot to point out for anyone reading this the only downside is you have to carry twice as much cordage.
Thanks for the tips Jeremiah. Great vid!
My pleasure! Happy to help :D
Nice!
Thank you :D
Thats a good one!!
Thanks 😊
Jeremiah, thank you for the refresher course!!! But better than the way I learned it before! LOL Great hacks. I’m ‘bout to use them :-)
Also, subbing. Love that fun accent and look forward to hearin’ it learn me some great hikin’ hacks!😁
Thanks for the love!! Welcome to the adventure :D
Great tips and hack! 😁😁
Thank you very much!! :D
Great video! Thanks!
My pleasure! Glad you enjoyed it!! :D
This is great the best👍😍
Thank you :D
Great video!
Thank you! Appreciate you tuning in!
Solid video! Thanks man
Absolutely!! :D
Thanks for sharing.. Good to Know.. Full View Like 90
Appreciate you watching and supporting, Allen!
Oh nice hack! Ty
Appreciate the love!
Use a locking carabiner on the food bag end.
Good point. Don’t want them stuck together
That may be some of the best camera work you’ve ever had a in a video!!! 😂🤣😂 Seriously, though, great video, man!!!!
I only pay for the best! XD
Jeremiah Stringer Hikes Wait! You’re paying?!?!?
I didn't say I'd pay well XD
Jeremiah Stringer Hikes I’m going to unionize!!!
We are union free here
Throwing your wound up line is a very good way to tangle it. It's best to unwind it. So you stand under the limb while you pull as hard as you can to see if it will break? Am I the only one who thinks that is unwise? I have noticed many videos where people suggest a small knot with a loop. Depending on various factors, those can be nearly impossible to untie. Why not use a clove hitch? It's easy to make and will always come off.
Very good thoughts! Appreciate you adding value to the comments 😀👍
Good in theory, but what if the carabiners hook together? On a windy night it could easily happen. I'm still thinking a stick is a better bet.
Ooh that is a point I never thought of! It would be really difficult to get my food down without climbing the tree. Appreciate the feedback -it would make for a really funny video for me though XD but a tough day
@@JeremiahStringer it would be, as long as it happened to you and not me 😂
Lol wait I was think the same thing! XD
Nice idea, but why should I carry 2 carabiners with me when I can find a small stick everywhere in the wood, it is dead weight the whole day and it is one gear-item more that I probabely can loose. ;-)
That is a very good point lol. I carry one the carabiners with my deuce of spades hooked to my pack and the other to hang my food with so it made sense with my gear. Nothing wrong with the stick approach to :D
@@JeremiahStringer By the way ... we don't have bears here in Germany so normally you don't have to hang a bear bag ;-) lol
@@JeremiahStringer By the way, by the way ;-)))) I love your channel you are funny, informativ and honest!!! Keep on posting your stuff!!!
Thank you so much, Harry! I love comments like yours! Bringing about good conversation and adding value to the video. Appreciate the love too! Gives motivation and gusto to keep the content coming :D
How about using the rock sack in place of the second caribiner?
That might be able to work :D
Great video Jeremiah. I guess it is trickier than most people think. So before you attach the big cara beaner you have the bag tight against the branch at the top?
I pull it really close to the tree, yes
Could you simply use the rock bag still full of rocks instead of a second carabiner? Or is a hard material necessary?
I think that would work well too as long as the carabiner is small enough that the bag doesn't go through
@@JeremiahStringer I've got some small rubber o rings, going to try using that to loop the rope through and then slide a stick between the rope and o ring, the o ring should lock the stick in place.
what loops did you make btw?
I’m not sure what it’s called. Just a loop on itself
Hey there. What bag is that you are using?
It’s a dyneema food bag from the company Lite AF
Good advice but a found stick weighs lrss than a carried carabiner.
That is a great point, Mike! The number one downside is you have to have 2 carabiners
First tryyyyy.....😀
Yeah the first time in my life XD For real!
Good thing you're tall and that system works for you. Lol
Lol being tall is a blessing sometimes. Very rarely when it comes to backpacking gear haha
True!
Why is making a loop in the line for a carabiner that much easier than a simple clove hitch on a stick? Must be missing something...
That works well too
What is your food bag called
It's a Light AF large roll top food bag. Very similar to what zpacks makes. Here's a link (not affiliate): liteaf.com/product/flat-bottom-bear-bag-kit-complete-bear-bag-kit/
But how do you "make a loop?"
I double the rope and make a knot
What kind of knot did you use to make the loops?
Unfortunately I know nothing about knots so I couldn't tell you even if I wanted to
Nice hack bro. I’ll let you hang my food bag anytime 👍
Lol practice makes perfect. I'll let you hang mine instead XD
What size cord would you recommend for 1 or 2 nights vs thru hiking 5 to 7 nights?
Rephrase my question, I see alot of different thickness of cordage being sold. I know weight and all but which is a good lightweight one that can be used for multiple amounts food.
I use some line I bought from UGQ for every trip I go on. I have never come close to breaking it I don't think, but I don't have a good answer for your question to be honest. Only problem I've ran in to is when there is too much weight on the line it cuts in to the tree when you pull it up. Obviously that's bad for the tree, but it also creates a lot of friction on the cord so it could burn through itself or just get stuck. I think it would be a great question to dive deeper on
@@JeremiahStringer thanks JSH, I guess it's weight checking time lol. First time I will ever have to hang my food from bear is this year.
Sorry to spoil the narrative but the so called "PCT Method" has been used long before the Pacific coast days of Lewis & Clark!!!
That's awesome :D
Until both carabiners accidentally get locked together. I’ll use a stick
Yeah, probably best to use locking biners
A buddy tried to show me this method on the trail one night. He was not successful haha.
Lol hopefully I explained it well enough to make sense haha
@@JeremiahStringer I sent the video to him haha
Woo woo! You are awesome!!
Why would I want to carry and use up an extra carabiner when the stick works just as well and is already sitting at the base of the tree waiting for me? Pass.
Stick worries well too. Just an alternative here
I don't understand why this would be easier than just hoisting the bag up and then tie of the end of the rope to a branch or trunk? The method shown seems much more cumbersome in fact because you have to hoist the bag up and then let it down to lock against the carabiner. Then to get it down you have got to hoist it up again, unhook the carabine, untie the knot and then let the bag down. The normal method is just - hoist up and tie, untie and let down.
Traditional method works well too :D
bears have learned string attaches to food, claw cord and get a prize.
Or you can just use a stick...
That works too for sure