I know this doesn't make sense, but it's simultaneously amazing how much you take with you in that one bag but also how little you have in the grand scheme of things humans use to live!
Compliments on your videos, you have a wonderfully friendly and genuine style, so different from the many 'expert' trekkers who try to look super. I discovered you while looking for information on the Trailblazer 44. Is there a video of yours where you talk about it in depth? Or could you tell me what you particularly appreciate it for and what you are uncomfortable with instead? I'm undecided between buying the Trailblazer 44 or the Flex Capacitor 25-40. Thanks!
Aw thank you! I try and keep it authentic, it's nice to know it's coming across :) in terms of rucksacks I remember looking at the flex capacitor but the back is way too long for me and I'm not a fan of the design but that's just personal preference. The main drawback on the trailblazer for me is the side pockets (not the mesh bits at the bottom but the pockets behind that) are hard to get stuff into when the main compartment is full. That's where I'd favour big expandable side pockets like the ones you see on a lot of American-made rucksacks (Zpacks etc). Other than that I love this rucksack but it's definitely designed for a setup on the lighter side... Mine will need repairs soon I reckon. Hope this helps and thanks for watching!
Hey pocket rambles, great content, I'm currently looking for a water filter, I've got it down to two, either a katadyn be free or a MSR trail shot? I'm always looking for better or lighter gear 😵💫😆
I'm not the poster, but I have the Katadyn Befree and I love it! I also have the Sawyer Squeeze (not the mini - the flow rate is devastatingly slow) and love that one as well.
Hey Richard, never used the Trailshot, but the Befree works really we and has much quicker flow than my Sawyer mini. The Trailshot looks like you might have to squeeze it whereas the Befree just flows with gravity, this may be something to consider in your decision but again, I've only got experience with the latter. Hope this helps and good luck! 😊
I know this doesn't make sense, but it's simultaneously amazing how much you take with you in that one bag but also how little you have in the grand scheme of things humans use to live!
It's like magic ✨ also a really fun (and sometimes frustrating) game of Tetris trying to fit it all in
Brilliant load out. I live in the US but am originally from the UK and miss the home land so much!
Compliments on your videos, you have a wonderfully friendly and genuine style, so different from the many 'expert' trekkers who try to look super.
I discovered you while looking for information on the Trailblazer 44. Is there a video of yours where you talk about it in depth? Or could you tell me what you particularly appreciate it for and what you are uncomfortable with instead?
I'm undecided between buying the Trailblazer 44 or the Flex Capacitor 25-40.
Thanks!
Aw thank you! I try and keep it authentic, it's nice to know it's coming across :) in terms of rucksacks I remember looking at the flex capacitor but the back is way too long for me and I'm not a fan of the design but that's just personal preference. The main drawback on the trailblazer for me is the side pockets (not the mesh bits at the bottom but the pockets behind that) are hard to get stuff into when the main compartment is full. That's where I'd favour big expandable side pockets like the ones you see on a lot of American-made rucksacks (Zpacks etc). Other than that I love this rucksack but it's definitely designed for a setup on the lighter side... Mine will need repairs soon I reckon. Hope this helps and thanks for watching!
(I should add I have had it nearly 3 years so it has definitely served me well)
Hey pocket rambles, great content, I'm currently looking for a water filter, I've got it down to two, either a katadyn be free or a MSR trail shot? I'm always looking for better or lighter gear 😵💫😆
I'm not the poster, but I have the Katadyn Befree and I love it! I also have the Sawyer Squeeze (not the mini - the flow rate is devastatingly slow) and love that one as well.
Hey Richard, never used the Trailshot, but the Befree works really we and has much quicker flow than my Sawyer mini. The Trailshot looks like you might have to squeeze it whereas the Befree just flows with gravity, this may be something to consider in your decision but again, I've only got experience with the latter. Hope this helps and good luck! 😊