Why is It I find your videos super reassuring and validating?! Between clothing and sleeping we’ve got a lot of the same stuff! I’ve been wearing my sealskinz hiking socks with trail runners in the snow and am having great success with my feet staying warm. I will plan to turn them inside out after wearing them to let the moisture out. Thanks as always!
Clothing loadout looks pretty solid, I have a pair of the sealskins and love them. The down booties/socks are a great choice also, my feet get cold at night and enjoy having them.
You need more blue or black clothes it will help. lol.. Dude watching all your prep videos is getting me super excited for you. The thought of all the experiences your gonna have out there is surreal. Keep em coming!
Looking forward to watching your journey! I am a fellow Pittsburgher who is all too familiar with stinging nettle. My husband and I got crushed by it in the Laurel Highlands last year! Great job in Darwin's video!
Love my waterproof socks. I brought them for a river crossings but ended up appreciating them even more for wet morning dew and underbrush when it'd been raining for days and nothing ever really dries out, including the forest floor.
I seen you were talking about your fleece jacket Patagonia R1 and are trading it back and forth with microgrid hoodie. Though I have never tried them, they look really nice. I did notice however you said the microgrid is more comfortable and is the reason you are bouncing back and forth. I found a jacket brand called odlo. It's European and I have yet to have any jacket be more comfortable. I don't know the exact weight but it feels light as a feather. It's worth a look. Even if you just look at it after you get back. I wish the best for you on your thruhike!!
Hey Frozen! I’m new so just started binge watching. Your video you did of the whole trail journey and the mental health issues you have suffered with was very inspiring. I may not ever get to hike the AT but I will live vicariously through you lol. Re: the Body Wrappers- that surprised me and was wondering what made you choose those over say some super light Frog Toggs. I love the “dance pants” as I was a ballet dancer for many years but never would have thought of using them for this purpose.
I tried them out to block the wind. I had heard you could wash them in DWR to give them water repellency. Compared to actual wind pants you just save anywhere from $80-150. Cheap but effective.
Came over from Darwin's video .now I see you saying you have shorty shorts on I'm in lol .Will be with you as much as I can on your through hike stoked for you good luck and have a awesome trip
Solid Clothing Choices! I found I used the Rain Mitts without the Possum Gloves a great deal and anytime it was above freezing. I also used the Rain Kilt as a Pack Cover while I set up the Tarp and also as a partial ground sheet in shelters. Very Versatile. So jealous of your Melenzano Hoodie! Great piece of gear that I don’t own! You have the correct attitude and are correct that adjustments can be made to get to town! One suggestion sort of clothing related - Carry an S Biner to hook on the rear straps of the shoes and to clip to the foot end loop of the hammock to keep away from Possums. I used the biners during the day to clip my camp shoe crocs to the outside of the pack. I also hung my pack with the other biner. Don’t forget that Green Feet can help give some comfort and rigidity to the Altra’s. I didn’t think they were near as durable and didn’t feel they could handle the rocks of your state so I switched to Solomon’s that were popular in outfitter stores on the trail. Again, you know you and will figure it out. Keep the Faith Bro, so excited for you.
Frozen, when you get done with AT I will need to get with you as it is my goal in about 10 years when I retire. I am just starting to backpack now after years of day hiking. I am in State college so since you are close you can hopefully give me great tips 😀
Can't wait to watch your journey on the AT! You're officially my 1st vlogger to follow this year on the AT. Will be emailing you to offer assistance in CT or MA. Wishing you lots of luck I'm sure you'll do great.
Looking forward to the Thru! Not that I have more experience than you, but I don't know if I'd be so quick to send home my down jacket. Or at least I might swap it out for a lighter "sweater weight" option. if your other insulation/clothing is wet and you get to camp, it's great to get into something that will warm you up FAST even if it's not really that cold outside and, as you know, the mountains can deal some very unpredictable weather-even in summertime.
Hey Frozen, just wanted to express how excited i am for you. I do trails here in Southeast Asia but we don't have something like the AT. Imagine, nearly half a year on the trail, OMG that's exciting! Just one thing, I hope you bring socks that are dedicated for sleep wear, as in just sleep wear aside from your spare. Wishing you the best!!!!!
Looks like some good gear to me. I ended up adding some "waterproof" socks as well for the sole purpose of using them in snowy conditions. Using my old Kayaking NRS Hydroskin 0.5 socks. Good luck on your hike maybe I will see you out on the trail.
Great overview of your clothing system. Your Melenzana did not have any zipper in the front? Since you are using it for 40 degree plus weather, you may find it too warm (if you end up taking advantage of the high/low grid on the inside) while hiking. Being able to vent your chest and throat is helpful while hiking. Will your shoes fit inside your inverted clothing dry sack for keeping your shoes from freezing at night while inside your quilt? I have had great UL suckess with a polypro sock liner (.5 oz) inside bread bags and then inside your shoes. The polypro pulls the moisture away from feet and are so light, you can take five pair for the weight of one shorty pair of wool socks. The breadbags can also work somewhat is a gaitor over the legging portion of your long underwear. Keep the top of the breadbags open. One set of bread bags should last 2-3 days so drop ship accordingly. This breadbags also keep moisture induced blisters at bay as they are slippery smooth inside your shoes. Very light also. Take an umbrella and rig it for hands free on those long steady rain, windless days. You might also upgrade to the Helium HD for greater moisture management. Managing moisture, esecially in cold weather is crucial. Good luck on your trip.
I now have a very similar set of clothes which is not surprising because I've watched your videos. Thanks! One item that I now use are knee-high compression socks (57 g) as a sock liner and another pair as sleep socks. They keep sun off my lower legs, help with cactus thorns and other stickers, plus I treat a pair with permethrin, so I think they help with ticks. Are you treating any of your clothes / gear with permethrin? I soak socks & tights in a zip-close plastic bag with a little permethrin, squish around, soak for 30 min, before air drying so as to use the minimum chemical needed and not have to dispose of excess hazardous liquid.
Awesome set up frozen well thought out. Can't wait till the kick off video. Seems like a minute ago you made your big announcement and dam just a few weeks away and your off and running oh (hiking) lol.
Last year I went with the shorts w/ liner and it worked at first, but I still ended up with really bad chafing. This time I'm going w/ 9" exofficio boxers, I still chafe on the butt cheeks but I can manage with body glide.
I’m a big fan of the rain kilt (I have the Mountain Wear one). Another use I have found is using it to sit on the ground if it is a little damp out. I don’t bring a sit pad and the kilt serves the purpose for me. Most hikers show some sort of down jacket, do you ever hike in yours? It seems like just a camp item as your hiking sweat would wreck it I would think. Thanks again for another great video!
Very Good! 👍 Only one month to go... If you change your mind about doing the AT Adventure you could come up north in my area to do the challenging 42 1/2 mile Pictured Rocks Thru - Hike...👍😅
Have you thought of something to shield your face on those really cold nights? Not sure how thick of a buff you have there I use my heavier lined buff for winter camping. Solid picks for the trek I like how you layer for the colder temps. Your method seems better than just shipping a bunch of stuff back and forth.
I double up the buff and place it around me face like a ninja mask. Fleece hat on top of that. So that just my eyes are poking through. Good down to about 15 or so without issue.
My only thoughts Jason- I have both the Melly and R1 hooded like you. I’m getting rid of the R1. Melly is much more comfortable, has the great center pocket, and the hood is much more versatile. I honestly don’t think there is much of a warmth difference between them. Neither is windproof and the cut and fabric of the Melly are so much more comfortable.
Well that too, but with all those pairs of socks for different specific purposes I was thinking you could eliminate one or two pairs by deciding to multipurpose one or two pairs. Just food for thought.
For cold weather I prefer to have all those for those specific functions. I don't want to wear my hikers to bed and vice versa. Good suggestion though.
Do you need wind pants on the AT though? That seems like a mountain west thing in highly exposed Sierras. They also seem redundant if you’re bringing a rain kilt already.
Given any thought to sun glasses? i have a pair of polarized sunglasses for long bike rides, always surprised the difference they make for my eyes...or like feeling tired from the sun. Would imagine they might also help with snow reflection. but then again, maybe the AT is under canopy enough it's not a big deal
you said it yourself; if your melly isn’t warm enough you can use your helium. The melly is so close in warmth to the R1, more comfy, and packs a bit smaller. Why bring the R1 at all? Good choices all ‘round
I'm gonna stick with what I am confident in to start. I find the R1 (maybe it's the cut on me) to be about 15F warmer. Could be in my head but when I swap my quilts, I'll bring the melly in.
Be careful with the bears here in VA. They were really bad last year to the point many huts were closed or had park rangers with guns trying to catch bears that were going after hikers. The rangers said they had never seen it that bad with bears before. Hope this year will be chill for your through hike.
Having hiked/snow camped in Michigan (mId) for a week at a X for the last 5 yrs, I HIGHLY , highly recommend a TRUE WP rain pant !! Also, we have found that DOWN camp boots for around camp at night and to wear the INNER down sox to bed if in the teens or lower !! The ONE thing you do NOT want to do is SKIMP on something that will keep you protected and DRY !!!! Montbell carries some GREAT rain pants that are the Best breathability / WP on the market , cost some coin but wt nothing and are BOMBER !!!! Wish you ALL the best , but I would never hit the trail in the winter W/O having FULL bomber rain / snow/sleet protection for my WHOLE body , including getting out of WET boots / socks after getting to camp !! We even gather wood in out down camp booties !!! Good luck and stay SAFE !!......... Gubs
I'm telling you these pants were water resistant before the DWR treatment. Now the water just beads off. If the end up not working I will look at montbell though. I have been happy with their down jackets.
@@FrozensAdventures Having HAD to learn the hard way I guess I see no other side when hiking or being away from a SAFE Haven for miles / hours in the WINTER !! Have had to hump out 11 miles when I got wet when the night was going 2 be Mid 30's . Took off my soaked clothes and put on my spares and then put back on my WET jacket a cheap WP ( not hardly) pants . Got wetter while trying to collect wood for a fire to dry my HIKING clothes . No haps , packed upand humped out ! Had a bad time in the Whites , in AUGUST in The Pictured Rocks backcountry in the U.P , The Linville Gorge in MAY and in the BC at 12 Grand in Colorado . For Gubs NOW , if it's going to be sub-40 and I'll be over 5 miles in in the WINTER , my layers are rated TOP & BOTTOMS in the 30,000-40,000 for WP & breathability !!! Yes my layers cost some decent coin but I can go now and KNOW I will be """"DRY"""" , a absolute MUST in the winter . IDK , maybe if your pants fail U can always hump out !? IDK what the longest distance MAX would be at any point along the AT within the first month or TWO ?! As before , I wish you the best and hope it all works for you !! I will be following you ATB ........Gubs . BTW Montbell's best Rain jacket is STELLAR !!!!
They said they were gonna open orders online again soon. I don't understand why they don't let you order and put you on a wait list. It took me months to get mine. All hype no changes. Good product, but the company needs to make changes.
Just my sleep socks if I really need it. I don't like camp shoes, I just take my hiking socks off and put my foot right back in my shoe. Can always pick up a pair of sandals if I really feel like I need them.
I don't like packing heavy camp sandals either, but do carry dyi sandals fashioned from closed cell sleeping mat (an internet hack) that only weigh 1.5oz for a pair. They're no good for walking much at camp , but I do like to take off my shoes at end of the day after chores are done & slip them on over my hiking socks. Helps to dry out sweaty socks / feet before retiring. They also serve a second purpose @ hostels when you're asked to leave shoes and boots outside.
perfect. never thought of standing on a sit pad. learned something today. btw- with the exception of 2 or 3 times on a thru hike you can usually clean out the shower before stepping in.
I feel on a long distance hike it's worthwhile to have an active layer than will keep you warm on cold mornings. Really shouldn't be hiking in down. It was pretty cold in the mornings on my 240 mile trek on the Superior Hiking Trail and for a few extra ounces I really wished I was carrying a fleece active layer.
@@FrozensAdventures The biting black flies are really, really bad when it warms up in VA. They are so many you can hear a constant humming. Crazy, they nearly ate my son alive. Every inch of skin he had exposed had sores on them and no bug spray will save you. They just bite anyway. Good luck out there!
I dislike the smartwool base layers... I find them itchy compared to other brands... If you wanna be more comfortable, go with minus33... they are such better quality wool baselayers...
I don't understand people and their weight savings of 3 or 4 oz versus staying warm or sending shit back home. Just save yourself some money you are not gonna feel the 4 oz or whatever lol
@@venturefree. I would never sacrifice comfort for weight you know what i mean. I'd rather carry few more pounds not ounces to be a lot more comfortable and especially on a 2200 mile hike
Just watched you on Darwin’s new video!! Awesome!!!👍🏻
Why is It I find your videos super reassuring and validating?! Between clothing and sleeping we’ve got a lot of the same stuff! I’ve been wearing my sealskinz hiking socks with trail runners in the snow and am having great success with my feet staying warm. I will plan to turn them inside out after wearing them to let the moisture out. Thanks as always!
Sara Hikes NH i just ordered some waterproof socks! i will definitely remember to turn them inside out, that is a great tip!
what model Sealskinz are you using?
it would be cool if someone did an AT hike old school, with gear from 100yrs ago
Sounds terrible, but there is a great documentary on youtube I saw from a dude that hikes in 1963 I believe. Jeans and all.
@@FrozensAdventures if you can find the link could you put it up for us
It was 1980. But still it's awesome see the post hike gear review, you can watch it here: th-cam.com/video/bweYIzKIHJc/w-d-xo.html
@@FrozensAdventures suggestion. Go retro and carry that 7lb, 90 liter pack he carried. LOL. Thanks for this link. Great stuff.
Haha no thanks!
Looks like you got it dialed in dude! Getting excited for you!
Clothing loadout looks pretty solid, I have a pair of the sealskins and love them. The down booties/socks are a great choice also, my feet get cold at night and enjoy having them.
You need more blue or black clothes it will help. lol.. Dude watching all your prep videos is getting me super excited for you. The thought of all the experiences your gonna have out there is surreal. Keep em coming!
Looking forward to watching your journey! I am a fellow Pittsburgher who is all too familiar with stinging nettle. My husband and I got crushed by it in the Laurel Highlands last year! Great job in Darwin's video!
Love my waterproof socks. I brought them for a river crossings but ended up appreciating them even more for wet morning dew and underbrush when it'd been raining for days and nothing ever really dries out, including the forest floor.
I seen you were talking about your fleece jacket Patagonia R1 and are trading it back and forth with microgrid hoodie. Though I have never tried them, they look really nice. I did notice however you said the microgrid is more comfortable and is the reason you are bouncing back and forth. I found a jacket brand called odlo. It's European and I have yet to have any jacket be more comfortable. I don't know the exact weight but it feels light as a feather. It's worth a look. Even if you just look at it after you get back. I wish the best for you on your thruhike!!
Merino possum base layers coming soon
Hey Frozen! I’m new so just started binge watching. Your video you did of the whole trail journey and the mental health issues you have suffered with was very inspiring. I may not ever get to hike the AT but I will live vicariously through you lol. Re: the Body Wrappers- that surprised me and was wondering what made you choose those over say some super light Frog Toggs. I love the “dance pants” as I was a ballet dancer for many years but never would have thought of using them for this purpose.
I tried them out to block the wind. I had heard you could wash them in DWR to give them water repellency. Compared to actual wind pants you just save anywhere from $80-150. Cheap but effective.
First ever gear list with shorts with a built in diaper! That was funny man, anyways, really looking forward to your upcoming thru hike!
Thanks!
Came over from Darwin's video .now I see you saying you have shorty shorts on I'm in lol .Will be with you as much as I can on your through hike stoked for you good luck and have a awesome trip
Hi from Holland, nice outfit. I do prefer the Outdoor Research Helium HD, because some extra features and especially the arm pit zippers.
Solid Clothing Choices! I found I used the Rain Mitts without the Possum Gloves a great deal and anytime it was above freezing. I also used the Rain Kilt as a Pack Cover while I set up the Tarp and also as a partial ground sheet in shelters. Very Versatile. So jealous of your Melenzano Hoodie! Great piece of gear that I don’t own! You have the correct attitude and are correct that adjustments can be made to get to town! One suggestion sort of clothing related - Carry an S Biner to hook on the rear straps of the shoes and to clip to the foot end loop of the hammock to keep away from Possums. I used the biners during the day to clip my camp shoe crocs to the outside of the pack. I also hung my pack with the other biner. Don’t forget that Green Feet can help give some comfort and rigidity to the Altra’s. I didn’t think they were near as durable and didn’t feel they could handle the rocks of your state so I switched to Solomon’s that were popular in outfitter stores on the trail. Again, you know you and will figure it out. Keep the Faith Bro, so excited for you.
Watching now! Excited to follow your adventure brother! Cheers!
Good luck on the hike february is going to be cold stay safe!
Frozen, when you get done with AT I will need to get with you as it is my goal in about 10 years when I retire. I am just starting to backpack now after years of day hiking. I am in State college so since you are close you can hopefully give me great tips 😀
Very good clothing video I especially like the Melanzzano Fleece.
Only one month to go! Those body wrapper pants look like a good find
Can't wait to watch your journey on the AT! You're officially my 1st vlogger to follow this year on the AT. Will be emailing you to offer assistance in CT or MA. Wishing you lots of luck I'm sure you'll do great.
Awesome thanks!
Looking forward to the Thru! Not that I have more experience than you, but I don't know if I'd be so quick to send home my down jacket. Or at least I might swap it out for a lighter "sweater weight" option. if your other insulation/clothing is wet and you get to camp, it's great to get into something that will warm you up FAST even if it's not really that cold outside and, as you know, the mountains can deal some very unpredictable weather-even in summertime.
Still up in the air about leaving my Ghost Whisperer at home, but I'm still leaning to toward an active layer instead of a puffy for warmer weather.
Hey Frozen, just wanted to express how excited i am for you. I do trails here in Southeast Asia but we don't have something like the AT. Imagine, nearly half a year on the trail, OMG that's exciting! Just one thing, I hope you bring socks that are dedicated for sleep wear, as in just sleep wear aside from your spare. Wishing you the best!!!!!
Yup specific pair of sleep socks.
Looks like some good gear to me. I ended up adding some "waterproof" socks as well for the sole purpose of using them in snowy conditions. Using my old Kayaking NRS Hydroskin 0.5 socks. Good luck on your hike maybe I will see you out on the trail.
Watching Darwins new video and who do I see? Frozen. That's big! Congrats and good luck on the AT!
Thanks Kevin. I'm super excited for it!
Gettin close man. Can't wait to see the ZZ Top beard lol 👍
Heh idk about zz top quality from me!
I have the OR Versaliner gloves with the rain liner and that actually really helps keep my hands warm. I bet those zpacks rainmitts can do the same.
They seem pretty good on their own. Takes the morning chill off.
The gloves are ok, the pill a lot though. In a cold windy situation I use the zpacks rain mitts over top the possum gloves.
Looks like you got it covered pretty good Jason. And ofcourse you can always switch out what doesn't work or if you need more.
Great overview of your clothing system. Your Melenzana did not have any zipper in the front? Since you are using it for 40 degree plus weather, you may find it too warm (if you end up taking advantage of the high/low grid on the inside) while hiking. Being able to vent your chest and throat is helpful while hiking. Will your shoes fit inside your inverted clothing dry sack for keeping your shoes from freezing at night while inside your quilt? I have had great UL suckess with a polypro sock liner (.5 oz) inside bread bags and then inside your shoes. The polypro pulls the moisture away from feet and are so light, you can take five pair for the weight of one shorty pair of wool socks. The breadbags can also work somewhat is a gaitor over the legging portion of your long underwear. Keep the top of the breadbags open. One set of bread bags should last 2-3 days so drop ship accordingly. This breadbags also keep moisture induced blisters at bay as they are slippery smooth inside your shoes. Very light also. Take an umbrella and rig it for hands free on those long steady rain, windless days. You might also upgrade to the Helium HD for greater moisture management. Managing moisture, esecially in cold weather is crucial. Good luck on your trip.
I now have a very similar set of clothes which is not surprising because I've watched your videos. Thanks! One item that I now use are knee-high compression socks (57 g) as a sock liner and another pair as sleep socks. They keep sun off my lower legs, help with cactus thorns and other stickers, plus I treat a pair with permethrin, so I think they help with ticks. Are you treating any of your clothes / gear with permethrin? I soak socks & tights in a zip-close plastic bag with a little permethrin, squish around, soak for 30 min, before air drying so as to use the minimum chemical needed and not have to dispose of excess hazardous liquid.
Yes, I love my R1
Awesome set up frozen well thought out. Can't wait till the kick off video. Seems like a minute ago you made your big announcement and dam just a few weeks away and your off and running oh (hiking) lol.
It's definitely speeding up.
Everything looks very well thought out and was very well explained. Thanks and good luck.
Feb 23. Holy crap dude! Ok. I followed u on insta. Im glad u loved my sht trail up here in the frozen north lol. Buff u wear, where do i get em at
Amazon. Search original buff. You will lose it before it wears out.
Last year I went with the shorts w/ liner and it worked at first, but I still ended up with really bad chafing.
This time I'm going w/ 9" exofficio boxers, I still chafe on the butt cheeks but I can manage with body glide.
Have you tried baby powder in the morning? I don't necessarily like body glide that much.
I’m a big fan of the rain kilt (I have the Mountain Wear one). Another use I have found is using it to sit on the ground if it is a little damp out. I don’t bring a sit pad and the kilt serves the purpose for me. Most hikers show some sort of down jacket, do you ever hike in yours? It seems like just a camp item as your hiking sweat would wreck it I would think. Thanks again for another great video!
I have a down jacket for colder weather in this video but I feel an active layer in warmer weather will be more versatile.
Very Good! 👍 Only one month to go... If you change your mind about doing the AT Adventure you could come up north in my area to do the challenging 42 1/2 mile Pictured Rocks Thru - Hike...👍😅
btw My Red Wings have sucked since your Pens beat them! 👎😡
Have you thought of something to shield your face on those really cold nights? Not sure how thick of a buff you have there I use my heavier lined buff for winter camping. Solid picks for the trek I like how you layer for the colder temps. Your method seems better than just shipping a bunch of stuff back and forth.
I double up the buff and place it around me face like a ninja mask. Fleece hat on top of that. So that just my eyes are poking through. Good down to about 15 or so without issue.
My only thoughts Jason- I have both the Melly and R1 hooded like you. I’m getting rid of the R1. Melly is much more comfortable, has the great center pocket, and the hood is much more versatile. I honestly don’t think there is much of a warmth difference between them. Neither is windproof and the cut and fabric of the Melly are so much more comfortable.
For me it's about 15 degrees of warmth while hiking. Very noticeable difference to me. That being said I definitely like the mellys cut better.
For what it’s worth, seems like you could multipurpose some of the socks to reduce your load a tad
Like using socks for gloves! Plan on it if it gets that cold. Let's hope not!
Well that too, but with all those pairs of socks for different specific purposes I was thinking you could eliminate one or two pairs by deciding to multipurpose one or two pairs. Just food for thought.
For cold weather I prefer to have all those for those specific functions. I don't want to wear my hikers to bed and vice versa. Good suggestion though.
Less than a month to go!
30 days! My last day of work is tomorrow. Coming in fast now!
Saw you from Darwin’s vid. SUBSCRIBED!
😀👍
Thanks and welcome!
Do you need wind pants on the AT though? That seems like a mountain west thing in highly exposed Sierras. They also seem redundant if you’re bringing a rain kilt already.
AT has some very windy exposed sections.
I'm going SOBO so I'll probably run into you at some point.
Given any thought to sun glasses? i have a pair of polarized sunglasses for long bike rides, always surprised the difference they make for my eyes...or like feeling tired from the sun. Would imagine they might also help with snow reflection. but then again, maybe the AT is under canopy enough it's not a big deal
I'll pick them up if it starts becoming an issue. There are some exposed sections further up.
you said it yourself; if your melly isn’t warm enough you can use your helium.
The melly is so close in warmth to the R1, more comfy, and packs a bit smaller. Why bring the R1 at all?
Good choices all ‘round
I'm gonna stick with what I am confident in to start. I find the R1 (maybe it's the cut on me) to be about 15F warmer. Could be in my head but when I swap my quilts, I'll bring the melly in.
1MONTH TO GO!!!!!!!!
Darwin sent me. Lol good luck on the A.T.
Welcome!
Do you hook your tarp to your hammock lines of a separate ridgeline? Nice vid
I hook it to a continuous ridgeline yes. I have a full tarp setup video if interested on the channel. It goes in high detail.
I cannot find that Patagonia R1 hoody! There are some similar but none that look like yours. Do they no longer make it?
Aww man, it looks like it got redesigned. Check out App Gear Co, they have some awesome warm hoodies that should be comparable.
Be careful with the bears here in VA. They were really bad last year to the point many huts were closed or had park rangers with guns trying to catch bears that were going after hikers. The rangers said they had never seen it that bad with bears before. Hope this year will be chill for your through hike.
I don't plan on camping at the existing camp sites. I'm more of a stealth camper like er71
Having hiked/snow camped in Michigan (mId) for a week at a X for the last 5 yrs, I HIGHLY , highly recommend a TRUE WP rain pant !! Also, we have found that DOWN camp boots for around camp at night and to wear the INNER down sox to bed if in the teens or lower !! The ONE thing you do NOT want to do is SKIMP on something that will keep you protected and DRY !!!! Montbell carries some GREAT rain pants that are the Best breathability / WP on the market , cost some coin but wt nothing and are BOMBER !!!! Wish you ALL the best , but I would never hit the trail in the winter W/O having FULL bomber rain / snow/sleet protection for my WHOLE body , including getting out of WET boots / socks after getting to camp !! We even gather wood in out down camp booties !!! Good luck and stay SAFE !!......... Gubs
I'm telling you these pants were water resistant before the DWR treatment. Now the water just beads off. If the end up not working I will look at montbell though. I have been happy with their down jackets.
@@FrozensAdventures Having HAD to learn the hard way I guess I see no other side when hiking or being away from a SAFE Haven for miles / hours in the WINTER !! Have had to hump out 11 miles when I got wet when the night was going 2 be Mid 30's . Took off my soaked clothes and put on my spares and then put back on my WET jacket a cheap WP ( not hardly) pants . Got wetter while trying to collect wood for a fire to dry my HIKING clothes . No haps , packed upand humped out ! Had a bad time in the Whites , in AUGUST in The Pictured Rocks backcountry in the U.P , The Linville Gorge in MAY and in the BC at 12 Grand in Colorado . For Gubs NOW , if it's going to be sub-40 and I'll be over 5 miles in in the WINTER , my layers are rated TOP & BOTTOMS in the 30,000-40,000 for WP & breathability !!! Yes my layers cost some decent coin but I can go now and KNOW I will be """"DRY"""" , a absolute MUST in the winter . IDK , maybe if your pants fail U can always hump out !? IDK what the longest distance MAX would be at any point along the AT within the first month or TWO ?! As before , I wish you the best and hope it all works for you !! I will be following you ATB ........Gubs . BTW Montbell's best Rain jacket is STELLAR !!!!
No point in doing a review on the melly since you can’t buy one online. It’s neat though.
They said they were gonna open orders online again soon. I don't understand why they don't let you order and put you on a wait list. It took me months to get mine. All hype no changes. Good product, but the company needs to make changes.
How many liters is your dry bag for your clothes? Buying one soon, wondering which size I should look at.
Can't recall but it's the medium zpacks dry bag.
🤔 bring extra 550 cord in case lace breaks
Please, please replace that giant Melly cord lock with a smaller one.
Yup already did lol
Starting in “winter”? Recommend a 3rd pair of socks.
I have 4 pairs. 2 hiker, 1 waterproof, 1 sleep pair.
how has the Helium II stood up for you so far? I was looking at purchasing one
It lasted 3 years no issues. One day it started wetting through. OR replaced it with a new jacket for me.
How are you getting from Pittsburgh to the trail head?
Driving down and then a friend drives my car back.
Taking any footwear to use in camp, hostels, and filthy shared bathroom showers?
Just my sleep socks if I really need it. I don't like camp shoes, I just take my hiking socks off and put my foot right back in my shoe. Can always pick up a pair of sandals if I really feel like I need them.
I don't like packing heavy camp sandals either, but do carry dyi sandals fashioned from closed cell sleeping mat (an internet hack) that only weigh 1.5oz for a pair. They're no good for walking much at camp , but I do like to take off my shoes at end of the day after chores are done & slip them on over my hiking socks. Helps to dry out sweaty socks / feet before retiring. They also serve a second purpose @ hostels when you're asked to leave shoes and boots outside.
Nothing like a good case of athletes foot from a dirty shower house
I'll try standing on my sit pad first if/when I encounter a disgusting shower. I can always add a pair of sandals later if it happens to much.
perfect. never thought of standing on a sit pad. learned something today. btw- with the exception of 2 or 3 times on a thru hike you can usually clean out the shower before stepping in.
Hey man. How do you air out your feet during a hike in very cold weather
Foot balm and dry sleeping. Remember I'll be in town every 4 to 5 days as well.
Any reason not to bring your Ghost Whisperer?
I feel on a long distance hike it's worthwhile to have an active layer than will keep you warm on cold mornings. Really shouldn't be hiking in down. It was pretty cold in the mornings on my 240 mile trek on the Superior Hiking Trail and for a few extra ounces I really wished I was carrying a fleece active layer.
@@FrozensAdventures Oh I was wondering more so why the Montbell over it? Is it that much warmer? Thanks!
#AT2019
Do you know anyone who has used Zpacks rain jacket?
I personally do not. I have their gaiters and rain mitts and they do a great job with shedding water. Can't comment on their jacket though.
Outdoor Adventures thanks. It is my last piece of gear I need to purchase and it isn’t cheap
Tag Jason you have been tagged in the luxury item challenge
Thanks man. I was tagged by a couple people apparently. Video in a few minutes.
Do you still treat your clothes with Permethrin and whats your plan on trail?
I'm treating before I go. And if I can't find bottles along the way. I have a 4oz container I'll send myself and get a spray bottle in town.
maybe consider head netting, for bugs
Bugs really don't bother me. I can always buy it in town if it starts to get to me.
@@FrozensAdventures The biting black flies are really, really bad when it warms up in VA. They are so many you can hear a constant humming. Crazy, they nearly ate my son alive. Every inch of skin he had exposed had sores on them and no bug spray will save you. They just bite anyway. Good luck out there!
Oh boy! Maybe I'll pick one up when it warms.
I dislike the smartwool base layers... I find them itchy compared to other brands... If you wanna be more comfortable, go with minus33... they are such better quality wool baselayers...
They are a bit itchy but I find them very comfy. Too late for me to try/buy more stuff. But I'll check out the minus33's when these needs replaced.
@@FrozensAdventures an ichy/comfy baselayer? isnt that an oxymoron LOL
Nice and warm after they are on is really what I was referring to.
I don't understand people and their weight savings of 3 or 4 oz versus staying warm or sending shit back home. Just save yourself some money you are not gonna feel the 4 oz or whatever lol
Trying to figure out what item you are talking about. Let me know and I'll give my explanation.
@@FrozensAdventures What is your total weight of all the gear you'll be carrying?
3 or 4oz here and there can add up
Specially on a thru hike where you carrying this gear everyday
13.49lbs at the heaviest and 9.71lbs as the weather warms up. I have ITB Syndrome so keeping my pack as light as possible is very important to me.
@@venturefree. I would never sacrifice comfort for weight you know what i mean. I'd rather carry few more pounds not ounces to be a lot more comfortable and especially on a 2200 mile hike