Get a Neoprene knee brace/sleeve, they really stabilize the knee well. They are light weight, closed cell, so they don't absorb moisture and are not expensive, check Wal-Mart or such. I used one for years until my knee replacement.
Hey Frozen, I'm excited for your AT adventure! I have one of those balls and they work great to rub out your foot, just remember to use it on a rock or hard surface floor because if the ground is soft enough it will grab all that dirt and leaves and stuff. As for a knee brace I had issues with my knees, which I had never had before but coming down the Roan Highlands north of Big Hump Mtn. nearly killed me. I take 2 different kinds but only 1 of each. A knee sleeve that I got at Walmart for $3 bucks and another one that goes under the knee that night have been $6. There are different kinds of pain in the knee but these 2 address most of them. Also if one knee is bad I will double up on one knee and use both at the same time. I hope that makes sense. Love the videos!
The knee compression sleeve that is the best seller on amazon works great for me. Definitely helps after years of dealing with knee issues. Also cheap so so if you want to stop carrying it no need to send it home....
A tip on the Cuben tarp material and tape: That Cuben repair tape you have will not stick to the Cuben fabric when wet> If water is condensing on the Cuben (even if it is not raining) as fast as you wipe it away (what happens when the conditions are right like in the fog). Contact the folks that make Aqua Seal and see if that uses moisture to help cure the adhesive. If memory serves, it does. If you have a hole in the Cuben, and it is wet out, and the hole is right over your hammock, there will not be much you can do to stay dry. A small tube of Aqua Seal, might just be the ticket.
That’s a good point. You usually find out you need the repair when it is raining out. I wonder if Leuko tape can hold on a wet tarp even if it is temporary until you can dry it out and use the cuben tape.
@@donmatulevich9411 I doubt it. As I recall, some instructions for the proper adhesives (that may work well with a wet tarp/fly), will suggest, to dampen the material before applying the adhesive. These are the ones you want for the tarp.
It may have been Seam Grip, also made by GearAid.com, that might cure better in damp conditions. I checked their web page and it notes: Cure Method: humidity.
Aquaseal is a polyurethane based sealant. I have used it to attempt to seal all kinds of things and it’s marginal in materials that aren’t some sort of urethane type. I can test this when my DCF comes in from Dutch as I have gallons of aquaseal at work but I suspect it will either not stick well or there is always a chance it would degrade the material. I’ll test it and post results in the next couple weeks. Aquaseal doesn’t set very fast unless you add a proprietary solvent called Cotol. The former mcnett products, now known as “Gear Aid” (makers of aquaseal) have some other sealant options I planned to test anyway. Remember “sealants” might work as adhesives but that’s not their intent so they won’t perform as well as a proper adhesive. Any of these things can degrade the underlying material, void warranties, and wreck products so it’s not advised to use them without testing on scrap materials AND consulting the manufactures.
Knee brace I recommend is the HipStone HipStone Knee Sleeve Green L 3D Weaving Knee Brace Breathable Support for Running, Jogging, Sports, Joint Pain Relief, Arthritis and Injury Recovery, Single Wrap, ...Amazon...I had both my knees replaced last year and have been wearing these to workout and hiking....works awesome no complaints ...I do Insanity workout every morning and these really help ....taking mine on my thru hike attempt next year...hope it helps
Great to keep an extra sawyer gasket. Mine is the newer style that has the tabs, but it did fall out once when I was shaking the water out. I saw it right away, but such a small extra to have that really causes a major issue if it's lost so I always carry an extra.
Awesome Video. Don’t overthink at this point; just let the trail come to you. Be flexible, adapt and get ready for a great journey. If I were a betting man, I would say that Dutch’s Pad will go unused and be sent home. Lol. But you never know. Looking forward to it Frozen!
Cho Pat Dual Action Knee Strap for the win! That is what I use for my IT Band issue. It is the only thing I found that helped. I never hike without them.
Firstly, enjoy your hike. Take it day by day and take the time to appreciate your journey. Now, as for follow up to your video: 1. Most delli belly or bowel issues can be solved by immodium. One note, if you need it for more than two days, get yourself sorted out at the nearest motel. You don't really want to be in a hostel in that condition with another dozen hikers... 2. Check out a few vids from Chrisgoesoutdoors or early riser 71 regarding blister treatment that includes a needle and thread. Works like a charm. 3. As you're wearing contacts, some eye cleaning solution 'optrex' or something similar may come in handy in case you get some irritation. Also, since you mentioned you may be using an eye contact case for your aquamira drops (previous video), possibly a good idea to use a marker to clearly identify one case from the other... 4. Also, in a pinch rice can be used as a desiccant if those bags break open. Again, wishing you all the best.
Great info. I followed Chris and ER when they thru hiked. The needle and thread for blisters just didn't work well for me. I prefer just popping it with a pin and squeezing the liquid out.
Cho-Pat knee braces or similar have worked well for me. I also carry an ASA ankle brace in case I twist my ankle. I would also grab another roll of Leuko tape for plantar or to reinforce your ankle
I can get indigestion too, but when I'm backpacking I don't seem to get it despite eating foods that normally trigger it. To me, it says there's something about being that active that changes how my digestion works. If I ate that many m&ms at my desk I'd pay for it... big time holmes.
Hey. I wear copper compression knee brace's. They are light , don't slip & add just the right amount of compression. Real fashionable on a lot of my videos. Lol. Did work well on some Rocky decents on the JMT.
I carry 2 knee wraps and a elbow form Copper Fit. Not heavy good support and light.. Plus I have a Back support cause I had surgery 8 months ago + arthritis in my back. Should be interesting how well I can do. I am a Rockwell and we don't or listen to Drs and never give in or up. The story's I could tell. People say your still alive ! YUP AKA ROCKY
If you don’t want to ditch the matches you can try and go with waterproof matches. They were designed for humid environments. I’ve never gone on super long trips but I just keep the spare mini bic in a waterproof bag. Inside your pack it should be fine.
I have a problem closing up ziploc bags especially in the cold, so I only use the ones with sliders nowadays which I can use even if wearing mittens. As for conserving TP, I have practiced the first wipe with leaves, closed pine cones, smooth sticks, snow balls, and gotten used to that. Also I wear a single-use blue nitrile glove (3.5 g) which gives me confidence with any back-end action. I can pick up used paper with the glove and peel it off enclosing used TP. Hand stays clean. I use a plastic peanut jar (49 g, luxury item?) for nighttime peeing in the tent (TMI, jar kept in vestibule, not in tent), but I don't know how that would be possible with a hammock. Bake your dessicant in the oven from time to time to dry it out. Your knife screwdriver is also a nail file, so scissors to trim, file to smooth. I have some solid sunscreen which makes me think that BodyGlide or your other balm should have a sunscreen version in order to be dual purpose especially for one's nose and cheeks. I hope you discuss in the electronics video pros/cons of big powerbank or two half-size powerbanks. Sorry for the long comment!
All good man. Electronics video is going to be interesting. Lots of information from the tests I've done and some thoughts from other past vloggers on the AT.
Good video. Well taught out kit. One bit thou.. the shower part. That sit pad will let you just stand in the shower? You would have to walk with your hiking shoes right next to the shower. Somehow balance your self out of boots and on that that pad. And back when done. Dry your feet before boots and all that. Can be done but sound... well, difficult. How about bringing few of those "wrap over your shoes" things that you see in hospitals. Shouldnt weight anything and would allow for a bit more movement while getting to your pad. They obviously wont last, but would probably take what few steps you take to get from your boots to your pad.
I have a bum knee and have been wondering how I will handle it on my planned thru-hike in 2020. When it's acting up the only thing that has help me is a hinged brace. Basically it has a big steel hinge that both provides needed support to the knee while also preventing hyperextension. But I won't be able to wear it on my hike since after an hour or so the two very large velcro bands will literally saturate my jeans with sweat, even in the winter. What kind of brace you need depends of course on what type of injury you have. The only advice I can offer is about what I have experience with myself, and that would be to avoid a hinged brace if at all possible.
Looks like you have the necessities there. Knee braces are always a pain everyone I have tried end up moving around never found one yet that I am satisfied with. But I think it is worth carrying cause you never know especially if you have had a problem before. I hope you get well quickly
I'm guessing you were already planning on having one side of your sitpad designated as the "floor side," but if not that would be super smart. Athlete's foot could definitely be transferred via that. Or at least just scrub it down good with soap after each time you use it in a shower. Not the worst thing to catch, but it'd be hard to combat Athlete's foot while on the trail. Can't wait until your thru-hike videos start dropping!
Zantac or Tums would be a better option for stomach acid. Prilosec only works if you take it on a daily basis, and it can take up to a week before you see the full effect. I am a pharmacist, and I don't really recommend Prilosec or Nexium to people unless their Dr. says it's necessary. Taking it for a few months is fine, but if you take it long term it can start to have some negative effects from vitamin deficiencies.
Good video. It looks like you thought of everything. Does the baby powder comes unscented? I would be worried about Bears or any other critters feel attracted to the scent of the baby powder. God bless you.
I had an IT band issue that ended my section of the AT 2 years ago. In most cases it's a glute medius issue and stretching/strengthening is the key. However I did use this a bit and it seemed to help - "Pro-Tec Athletics IT Band Compression Wrap". You can get it on amazon for $17. Any questions let me know.
@@FrozensAdventures Just checked out the video. That's a really good routine. I did something similar to rehab mine when I got home from the AT. If you doing that I would think you should be good. He didn't have any stretches though. So that might be something to look into.
JWTLYK IC U don't know . Sawyer now has a adapter that goes between your water bottle and filter to use your bottle to backflush the filter . Used one this yr in Colorado while there for a mo. Worked great and no more Big assed syringe !! I also have a son who is a Trauma Surgeon , I could ask him about a brace . But I'm guessing what he rec's isn't for hiking , but post surgery ?! ATB ..gubs
Keep you lighter warm as it has butane and it will not ignite in cold temperatures. Sawyer will send you a replacement gasket and the replacement will have little tabs on the gasket so you will not keep losing the gaskets. Your Purell will not help you with Noro-virus, try Zylast or Chlorox Hand Sanitizer. For the facia in your feet, start doing full range motion calf raises on the step edge. Strengthen your core and hips to help your knees. Do some lateral leg raises while on your side to start.
@@FrozensAdventures A damp lighter may not light either, some back-up Stormproof matches might be comforting. Once you get your calves and achilles losened up, use a slipperly door to help give you more stretch in your hamstrings and glutes by touching your toes, then while bent over, lean into the door as your feet are about 18 inches from the door and shoulder width apart. Allow the losening of the muscles to move help the shoulder blades to slide down the door. Over time, you will be able to get your head on the floor. Go easy in the beginning as to not over stretch. For warm-ups before stretching, do some no weight squats (about 50) and then do some lunges (50 per leg). Use lungs to also help stretch your hip flexors. Squats and lunges will help with your climbing also. It might be wise to start each day with this routine. On the trail, use a tree instead of a door.
i know this is a 3 year old vid. but i have to say, the nasty stuff in the showers is stuff more like athlete's foot and other nasties that thrive on wet feet and also in wet socks. some can stay on surfaces for years. they are spread further than that mat would cover you!
@@FrozensAdventures yeah, i have suppressed immune system and am really prone to infections like those, so i'm hyper aware of that stuff. but it can happen to anyone, and the AT would be like heaven for a foot fungus.
I see your concern. Just from experience, mine has hung strong without any issues. Also makes it easy to rip, stick, and go without emptying your pack mid hike.
Dude, KT tape saved my Colorado Trail thru-hike. th-cam.com/video/v2xYUxXrjxk/w-d-xo.html I had IT band trouble on the right leg that ended up in lateral knee pain. My knee swoll up to the size of an orange! I took 3 days in Breckenridge to rest and this awesome lady at a running store showed me how to tape my knee. Literally took 95% of the pain away immediately.
“To check your rear view mirror” that was hilarious! I typically use Gold Bond instead of baby powder, I’m curious about why baby powder. Unlike you, I am a rather... ah... how to put it..., I’m a bit more of a rotund hiker than you. I find that body glide is helpful to keeping my “chub rub” in check.
Check out this article on a good tip to store your leukotape. For some reason, when you re-roll it onto itself the adhesive gets “activated”. It’s better to store it on something waxy like a UPS shipping label sheet. 👍👍 andrewskurka.com/2016/quick-tip-field-friendly-leukotape-strips-for-foot-care-first-aid/
Outdoor Adventures that’s weird. I had the complete opposite experience. I had it wrapped around a cut credit card and I couldn’t peel it off of itself! I’ve had no issues with the mailing sheet. I think I actually used printer label backing.
You may answer this in your other videos (as I am behind/catching up) - but do you have tick protection besides tweezers? As someone who has had three friends who have chronic Lyme disease (all picked up in PA, one of whom went from doing ultramarathons to barely walking) I hike in long but breathable pants with permethrin and use picardin on my exposed skin. A lot of people say that is overkill/unneeded for the AT, but we pack our fears....interested in your take. Of course if this addressed in another video, I can just wait until I watch them.
I just had an idea While hiking you need to carry emergency items (which ones are up to you) so why could the Hiking Pole Manufacturers not make the poles yo ge able to hold those supplies in the top half of the pole with a button compass on the top of the pole? I’m not an outdoors person but I am an amputee and use a cane to help me and have long wished I could do this with my canes.
It will range from 14 to under 10lbs. In the next video I'll talk about my lighter pack link so you guys can see everything laid out. I plan on keeping it updated as I progress,
I love Lukeotape and I keep on the shiny side of packing slips which can be folded flat and peel off easily when needed. Instead of Body Glide I carry a small amount of Cortizone 10 that stuff is amazing, thanks to my wife. Great video
For a fire starter, I now use those round, flat cotton pads that I impregnate with melted petroleum jelly. I cut them in half and carry about 5/10 of them. They'll start a fire even with damp kindling. I love staring into a nice fire, but so many times I gathered wood after setting up, but was too tired to actually make a fire. Oh well.
KT tape/rocktape, the extra sticky stuff if you want to use it over dirty skin, and leave it for a while(7days was my max). It sticks even better after it gets wet and the adhesive is difficult to remove. So play around before you leave. There are a few ways to apply it, watch videos and figure out what works
Super glue works great for small cut.For you stomach go to nearby Health nut store and pick up chewable acidophilus will help the gut it works.As seen on TV copper fit knee brace it really works sold at Kmart. Will be watching happy trails.
For my knees. I have walked every mile since 2017 with a knee band on each knee. It stabilizes the patella and I haven't had any issues at all with over 1700 miles walked.
Good job bro ! you will find out what you need and not as you go. Great gear videos. You know through your previous hikes, I think you are on point. Cant wait to see your videos on the trail.
“Workt” brand knee sleeves have a shiny inside and hold up really well to abuse. Also they have an anti-stink that really makes a difference. This is the only one of maybe 4 brands that are safe after a week of use.
Yea those little containers are worthless. Just fyi the actual product in those things is about 1/16th the size of the container. Probably get uses out of those.
given any consideration to a compass? certain styles even have mirrors, that could cover the signalling mirror you're already bringing. I know in some of your hiking videos you've mentioned a compass ... but if you're not bringing one, might want to consider it. Phones can break, not have signal or run out of batteries. i have a pretty fancy suunto plate compass... in addition to my phone. which is probably overkill/just my buying gadgets addiction..... I doubt i'm ever going to do deep back country land nav... but i know how to use it, and feel better being able to at the very least venture off trail on an azimuth and come back along its reverse hope the pneumonia clears up soon. best of health!
Hey man I have had an acl tear and I would use a sleeve not a brace. Braces do not do much compression keeps swelling down. I like the copper fit it does not slide. Question on the body glide, do you use anything else to replace it. Thanks
You are clearly well-prepared and have thought things through. Almost time for your hike!
Look at the Cho Pat knee brace. It has been great for me as it provides support below and above the knee but doesn’t limit mobility.
Get a Neoprene knee brace/sleeve, they really stabilize the knee well. They are light weight, closed cell, so they don't absorb moisture and are not expensive, check Wal-Mart or such. I used one for years until my knee replacement.
Thanks for the update! Getting closer now good luck.
Hey Frozen, I'm excited for your AT adventure! I have one of those balls and they work great to rub out your foot, just remember to use it on a rock or hard surface floor because if the ground is soft enough it will grab all that dirt and leaves and stuff. As for a knee brace I had issues with my knees, which I had never had before but coming down the Roan Highlands north of Big Hump Mtn. nearly killed me. I take 2 different kinds but only 1 of each. A knee sleeve that I got at Walmart for $3 bucks and another one that goes under the knee that night have been $6. There are different kinds of pain in the knee but these 2 address most of them. Also if one knee is bad I will double up on one knee and use both at the same time. I hope that makes sense. Love the videos!
The knee compression sleeve that is the best seller on amazon works great for me. Definitely helps after years of dealing with knee issues. Also cheap so so if you want to stop carrying it no need to send it home....
A tip on the Cuben tarp material and tape: That Cuben repair tape you have will not stick to the Cuben fabric when wet> If water is condensing on the Cuben (even if it is not raining) as fast as you wipe it away (what happens when the conditions are right like in the fog). Contact the folks that make Aqua Seal and see if that uses moisture to help cure the adhesive. If memory serves, it does. If you have a hole in the Cuben, and it is wet out, and the hole is right over your hammock, there will not be much you can do to stay dry. A small tube of Aqua Seal, might just be the ticket.
That’s a good point. You usually find out you need the repair when it is raining out. I wonder if Leuko tape can hold on a wet tarp even if it is temporary until you can dry it out and use the cuben tape.
@@donmatulevich9411 I doubt it. As I recall, some instructions for the proper adhesives (that may work well with a wet tarp/fly), will suggest, to dampen the material before applying the adhesive. These are the ones you want for the tarp.
Found Adhesion Sciences Tarp Repair / Seam Tape. Works in wet conditions. I might look into that and see how it works with dyneema.
It may have been Seam Grip, also made by GearAid.com, that might cure better in damp conditions. I checked their web page and it notes: Cure Method: humidity.
Aquaseal is a polyurethane based sealant. I have used it to attempt to seal all kinds of things and it’s marginal in materials that aren’t some sort of urethane type. I can test this when my DCF comes in from Dutch as I have gallons of aquaseal at work but I suspect it will either not stick well or there is always a chance it would degrade the material. I’ll test it and post results in the next couple weeks.
Aquaseal doesn’t set very fast unless you add a proprietary solvent called Cotol.
The former mcnett products, now known as “Gear Aid” (makers of aquaseal) have some other sealant options I planned to test anyway.
Remember “sealants” might work as adhesives but that’s not their intent so they won’t perform as well as a proper adhesive. Any of these things can degrade the underlying material, void warranties, and wreck products so it’s not advised to use them without testing on scrap materials AND consulting the manufactures.
Knee brace I recommend is the HipStone
HipStone Knee Sleeve Green L 3D Weaving Knee Brace Breathable Support for Running, Jogging, Sports, Joint Pain Relief, Arthritis and Injury Recovery, Single Wrap, ...Amazon...I had both my knees replaced last year and have been wearing these to workout and hiking....works awesome no complaints ...I do Insanity workout every morning and these really help ....taking mine on my thru hike attempt next year...hope it helps
Great to keep an extra sawyer gasket. Mine is the newer style that has the tabs, but it did fall out once when I was shaking the water out. I saw it right away, but such a small extra to have that really causes a major issue if it's lost so I always carry an extra.
Hope you feel better! Aahhhh- it's almost time! I start my thru-hike 2/25 but will be going super low miles the first week. Have an amazing hike!!
Awesome Video. Don’t overthink at this point; just let the trail come to you. Be flexible, adapt and get ready for a great journey. If I were a betting man, I would say that Dutch’s Pad will go unused and be sent home. Lol. But you never know. Looking forward to it Frozen!
This waiting game is got to be killer!!! Can't wait for you to start!!!
It really is man. Taking so long yet coming so fast now.
Cho Pat Dual Action Knee Strap for the win! That is what I use for my IT Band issue. It is the only thing I found that helped. I never hike without them.
Firstly, enjoy your hike. Take it day by day and take the time to appreciate your journey.
Now, as for follow up to your video:
1. Most delli belly or bowel issues can be solved by immodium. One note, if you need it for more than two days, get yourself sorted out at the nearest motel. You don't really want to be in a hostel in that condition with another dozen hikers...
2. Check out a few vids from Chrisgoesoutdoors or early riser 71 regarding blister treatment that includes a needle and thread. Works like a charm.
3. As you're wearing contacts, some eye cleaning solution 'optrex' or something similar may come in handy in case you get some irritation. Also, since you mentioned you may be using an eye contact case for your aquamira drops (previous video), possibly a good idea to use a marker to clearly identify one case from the other...
4. Also, in a pinch rice can be used as a desiccant if those bags break open.
Again, wishing you all the best.
Great info. I followed Chris and ER when they thru hiked. The needle and thread for blisters just didn't work well for me. I prefer just popping it with a pin and squeezing the liquid out.
Eye protection safety glasses UV sunglasses ..Always a good idea for many reasons.
Cho-Pat knee braces or similar have worked well for me. I also carry an ASA ankle brace in case I twist my ankle. I would also grab another roll of Leuko tape for plantar or to reinforce your ankle
I can get indigestion too, but when I'm backpacking I don't seem to get it despite eating foods that normally trigger it. To me, it says there's something about being that active that changes how my digestion works. If I ate that many m&ms at my desk I'd pay for it... big time holmes.
nice video.
Hey. I wear copper compression knee brace's. They are light , don't slip & add just the right amount of compression. Real fashionable on a lot of my videos. Lol. Did work well on some Rocky decents on the JMT.
I carry 2 knee wraps and a elbow form Copper Fit. Not heavy good support and light.. Plus I have a Back support cause I had surgery 8 months ago + arthritis in my back. Should be interesting how well I can do. I am a Rockwell and we don't or listen to Drs and never give in or up. The story's I could tell. People say your still alive ! YUP
AKA ROCKY
If you don’t want to ditch the matches you can try and go with waterproof matches. They were designed for humid environments. I’ve never gone on super long trips but I just keep the spare mini bic in a waterproof bag. Inside your pack it should be fine.
I'm just going to ditch them and carry 2 mini bic lighters. One in my pocket and one in my in the ditty bag.
I have a problem closing up ziploc bags especially in the cold, so I only use the ones with sliders nowadays which I can use even if wearing mittens. As for conserving TP, I have practiced the first wipe with leaves, closed pine cones, smooth sticks, snow balls, and gotten used to that. Also I wear a single-use blue nitrile glove (3.5 g) which gives me confidence with any back-end action. I can pick up used paper with the glove and peel it off enclosing used TP. Hand stays clean. I use a plastic peanut jar (49 g, luxury item?) for nighttime peeing in the tent (TMI, jar kept in vestibule, not in tent), but I don't know how that would be possible with a hammock. Bake your dessicant in the oven from time to time to dry it out. Your knife screwdriver is also a nail file, so scissors to trim, file to smooth. I have some solid sunscreen which makes me think that BodyGlide or your other balm should have a sunscreen version in order to be dual purpose especially for one's nose and cheeks. I hope you discuss in the electronics video pros/cons of big powerbank or two half-size powerbanks. Sorry for the long comment!
All good man. Electronics video is going to be interesting. Lots of information from the tests I've done and some thoughts from other past vloggers on the AT.
Where’d you get your handy little massage ball?
Amazon just search for massage ball
Good video. Well taught out kit. One bit thou.. the shower part. That sit pad will let you just stand in the shower? You would have to walk with your hiking shoes right next to the shower. Somehow balance your self out of boots and on that that pad. And back when done. Dry your feet before boots and all that. Can be done but sound... well, difficult. How about bringing few of those "wrap over your shoes" things that you see in hospitals. Shouldnt weight anything and would allow for a bit more movement while getting to your pad. They obviously wont last, but would probably take what few steps you take to get from your boots to your pad.
I use Ancor chargers. They make different sizes depending on how much charging you will need to do.
I'm a big anker fan. I'll talk about it in the electronics video
I have a bum knee and have been wondering how I will handle it on my planned thru-hike in 2020. When it's acting up the only thing that has help me is a hinged brace. Basically it has a big steel hinge that both provides needed support to the knee while also preventing hyperextension. But I won't be able to wear it on my hike since after an hour or so the two very large velcro bands will literally saturate my jeans with sweat, even in the winter. What kind of brace you need depends of course on what type of injury you have. The only advice I can offer is about what I have experience with myself, and that would be to avoid a hinged brace if at all possible.
Don’t what if your knee. Either it hurts and you need one or u don’t. Pick up a knee brace on trail if it starts to hurt.
Looks like you have the necessities there. Knee braces are always a pain everyone I have tried end up moving around never found one yet that I am satisfied with. But I think it is worth carrying cause you never know especially if you have had a problem before. I hope you get well quickly
One more day of meds. I'm feeling a ton better now. Not coughing my lungs up thankfully now.
I ordered a sticker from you. I'll have to stick it to one of my pieces of gear. Hmmm... now which one?
Face obviously =P
@@FrozensAdventures Good idea! 😀😂
I'm guessing you were already planning on having one side of your sitpad designated as the "floor side," but if not that would be super smart. Athlete's foot could definitely be transferred via that. Or at least just scrub it down good with soap after each time you use it in a shower. Not the worst thing to catch, but it'd be hard to combat Athlete's foot while on the trail. Can't wait until your thru-hike videos start dropping!
Zantac or Tums would be a better option for stomach acid. Prilosec only works if you take it on a daily basis, and it can take up to a week before you see the full effect. I am a pharmacist, and I don't really recommend Prilosec or Nexium to people unless their Dr. says it's necessary. Taking it for a few months is fine, but if you take it long term it can start to have some negative effects from vitamin deficiencies.
"It's fine... deal with it" 😂😂
Good video. It looks like you thought of everything. Does the baby powder comes unscented? I would be worried about Bears or any other critters feel attracted to the scent of the baby powder. God bless you.
Mines soothing alohe same thing Dixie uses on her channel. No scent that I can tell.
I had an IT band issue that ended my section of the AT 2 years ago. In most cases it's a glute medius issue and stretching/strengthening is the key. However I did use this a bit and it seemed to help - "Pro-Tec Athletics IT Band Compression Wrap". You can get it on amazon for $17. Any questions let me know.
th-cam.com/video/ydcy3dPf__M/w-d-xo.html Try this for a few weeks.
@@FrozensAdventures Just checked out the video. That's a really good routine. I did something similar to rehab mine when I got home from the AT. If you doing that I would think you should be good. He didn't have any stretches though. So that might be something to look into.
JWTLYK IC U don't know . Sawyer now has a adapter that goes between your water bottle and filter to use your bottle to backflush the filter . Used one this yr in Colorado while there for a mo. Worked great and no more Big assed syringe !! I also have a son who is a Trauma Surgeon , I could ask him about a brace . But I'm guessing what he rec's isn't for hiking , but post surgery ?! ATB ..gubs
You can just use a standard smart water bottle cap to backflush.
Keep you lighter warm as it has butane and it will not ignite in cold temperatures. Sawyer will send you a replacement gasket and the replacement will have little tabs on the gasket so you will not keep losing the gaskets. Your Purell will not help you with Noro-virus, try Zylast or Chlorox Hand Sanitizer. For the facia in your feet, start doing full range motion calf raises on the step edge. Strengthen your core and hips to help your knees. Do some lateral leg raises while on your side to start.
Great info!
@@FrozensAdventures A damp lighter may not light either, some back-up Stormproof matches might be comforting. Once you get your calves and achilles losened up, use a slipperly door to help give you more stretch in your hamstrings and glutes by touching your toes, then while bent over, lean into the door as your feet are about 18 inches from the door and shoulder width apart. Allow the losening of the muscles to move help the shoulder blades to slide down the door. Over time, you will be able to get your head on the floor. Go easy in the beginning as to not over stretch. For warm-ups before stretching, do some no weight squats (about 50) and then do some lunges (50 per leg). Use lungs to also help stretch your hip flexors. Squats and lunges will help with your climbing also. It might be wise to start each day with this routine. On the trail, use a tree instead of a door.
I sent an email to Sawyer and received an immediate response that they would send me a new gasket, that was 2 months ago.
@@davidson_oldbull_sectionhiker Try again. Tell them you are thru-hiking, if that be the case.
MRo I am just a section hiker. But, thanks
You mentioned ticks. Will you treat your clothes and gear with anything like Permethrin?
Yes. Before I go and while I'm on the trail every month.
i know this is a 3 year old vid. but i have to say, the nasty stuff in the showers is stuff more like athlete's foot and other nasties that thrive on wet feet and also in wet socks. some can stay on surfaces for years. they are spread further than that mat would cover you!
I didn't have any problem but could have just been lucky too.
@@FrozensAdventures yeah, i have suppressed immune system and am really prone to infections like those, so i'm hyper aware of that stuff. but it can happen to anyone, and the AT would be like heaven for a foot fungus.
I still think you should consider some kind of a bandage or sterile gauze.
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Wrap the Lukotape around your trekking pole. Will prevent you from losing it and free up space
I wrap duct tape around my trekking poles. I feel like leukotape would lose it's adhesiveness and get really dirty on my poles.
I see your concern. Just from experience, mine has hung strong without any issues. Also makes it easy to rip, stick, and go without emptying your pack mid hike.
Dude, KT tape saved my Colorado Trail thru-hike. th-cam.com/video/v2xYUxXrjxk/w-d-xo.html I had IT band trouble on the right leg that ended up in lateral knee pain. My knee swoll up to the size of an orange! I took 3 days in Breckenridge to rest and this awesome lady at a running store showed me how to tape my knee. Literally took 95% of the pain away immediately.
Knee brace suggestion: tommiecopper.com. Both of my knees are bad and I wear these almost daily
Wal-Mart sales copper fit.
I got the socks . love them as an insulator for winter hikes.
A knife should be big enough to cut the cheese or salami properly.
“To check your rear view mirror” that was hilarious! I typically use Gold Bond instead of baby powder, I’m curious about why baby powder. Unlike you, I am a rather... ah... how to put it..., I’m a bit more of a rotund hiker than you. I find that body glide is helpful to keeping my “chub rub” in check.
Will the person watching your house clean the fishtank while you're gone? Just curios
Yes, all taken care of. We actually lost a goldfish this week. So fresh water in it now.
Two thumbs up as always love your videos I will be watching this after work right now I am on break and my foot is killing me from the foot pedals
Love how prepared you are being while still keeping UL! Cheers!
Great gear review!! Thank you hope to see you out on the trail.
Add a mosquito head net too. Weighs nothing and can save your sanity in buggy areas.
Unless you use a lot of it, you can get much smaller things of body glide.
Check out this article on a good tip to store your leukotape. For some reason, when you re-roll it onto itself the adhesive gets “activated”. It’s better to store it on something waxy like a UPS shipping label sheet. 👍👍
andrewskurka.com/2016/quick-tip-field-friendly-leukotape-strips-for-foot-care-first-aid/
I originally did this and all the strips I cut fell off of the laberl sheet. Haven't had any problems wrapping it around a straw.
Outdoor Adventures that’s weird. I had the complete opposite experience. I had it wrapped around a cut credit card and I couldn’t peel it off of itself! I’ve had no issues with the mailing sheet. I think I actually used printer label backing.
You may answer this in your other videos (as I am behind/catching up) - but do you have tick protection besides tweezers? As someone who has had three friends who have chronic Lyme disease (all picked up in PA, one of whom went from doing ultramarathons to barely walking) I hike in long but breathable pants with permethrin and use picardin on my exposed skin. A lot of people say that is overkill/unneeded for the AT, but we pack our fears....interested in your take. Of course if this addressed in another video, I can just wait until I watch them.
Yes I've shown in multiple videos me spraying my clothes with permethrin.
I just had an idea
While hiking you need to carry emergency items (which ones are up to you) so why could the Hiking Pole Manufacturers not make the poles yo ge able to hold those supplies in the top half of the pole with a button compass on the top of the pole?
I’m not an outdoors person but I am an amputee and use a cane to help me and have long wished I could do this with my canes.
Easy answer to that is that it's more expensive for them to do that. Can easily just carry your kit in an plastic baggie.
whats the sanitizer stored in? the plastic pack hanger ... would loveeeee a link
can find them at target
I'd least bring a ace bandage. When i did section 1 of Pa AT i was glad i did . helped out Big time!
Good setup. I use a similar massage ball that thing is worth it’s weight.
What’s your base pack weight?
It will range from 14 to under 10lbs. In the next video I'll talk about my lighter pack link so you guys can see everything laid out. I plan on keeping it updated as I progress,
I love Lukeotape and I keep on the shiny side of packing slips which can be folded flat and peel off easily when needed. Instead of Body Glide I carry a small amount of Cortizone 10 that stuff is amazing, thanks to my wife. Great video
For a fire starter, I now use those round, flat cotton pads that I impregnate with melted petroleum jelly. I cut them in half and carry about 5/10 of them. They'll start a fire even with damp kindling. I love staring into a nice fire, but so many times I gathered wood after setting up, but was too tired to actually make a fire. Oh well.
KT tape/rocktape, the extra sticky stuff if you want to use it over dirty skin, and leave it for a while(7days was my max). It sticks even better after it gets wet and the adhesive is difficult to remove. So play around before you leave. There are a few ways to apply it, watch videos and figure out what works
Super glue works great for small cut.For you stomach go to nearby Health nut store and pick up chewable acidophilus will help the gut it works.As seen on TV copper fit knee brace it really works sold at Kmart. Will be watching happy trails.
For my knees. I have walked every mile since 2017 with a knee band on each knee. It stabilizes the patella and I haven't had any issues at all with over 1700 miles walked.
Good job bro ! you will find out what you need and not as you go. Great gear videos. You know through your previous hikes, I think you are on point. Cant wait to see your videos on the trail.
“Workt” brand knee sleeves have a shiny inside and hold up really well to abuse. Also they have an anti-stink that really makes a difference. This is the only one of maybe 4 brands that are safe after a week of use.
For the knee brace...
Perhaps an ace bandage could work as you can wrap it to any desired tightness and it is multi purpose.
Looks great! One thing i need to pack is gas x. I pack one blister pack. All those bars....
KT tape saved my thru! Leukotape didn't really work for me...
You're FUNemployed. Also I like your aquarium. :-)
I thought I was the only one that takes super glue on trail. Except I use it to close any wounds.
Hi Jason! How about a nail clipper? Do you plan to bum one from a friend or pick up in town and drop it as a one time use sort of thing?
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The small knife he has can be used for nail trimming since it has a small scissors and a nail file.
Yes the scissors in that swiss army knife does a great job on the nails.
it burns, it's fine deal with it. :)
Knee brace? How about KT tape.
I love KT tape.
@@garrycollins3415 Me too!
strike anywhere, wooden matches in a waterproof case. BodyGlide also comes in a very small container.
Yea those little containers are worthless. Just fyi the actual product in those things is about 1/16th the size of the container. Probably get uses out of those.
I recommend the baby powder that has corn starch and aloe in it.. feel better buddy.. no relapse with that pneumonia.
Even better (if i can find it)
#AT2019
could you use these poles as crutches in case you tore the calf muscle or achilles tendon completely?
Probably but I hope it doesn't come to that!
Nicely done
Great selection of items! Are you treating your cloths with permethrin for the ticks?
Yes. before i leave and at the beginning of the month.
@@FrozensAdventures I find it far more convenient to use factory treated clothing. Treating every month can be a bit of a hassle.
It will be fine. Send an ounce and a spray bottle. Put it in a hiker box when I'm done.
given any consideration to a compass? certain styles even have mirrors, that could cover the signalling mirror you're already bringing. I know in some of your hiking videos you've mentioned a compass ... but if you're not bringing one, might want to consider it. Phones can break, not have signal or run out of batteries. i have a pretty fancy suunto plate compass... in addition to my phone. which is probably overkill/just my buying gadgets addiction..... I doubt i'm ever going to do deep back country land nav... but i know how to use it, and feel better being able to at the very least venture off trail on an azimuth and come back along its reverse
hope the pneumonia clears up soon. best of health!
No need at all for the AT
Hey man I have had an acl tear and I would use a sleeve not a brace. Braces do not do much compression keeps swelling down. I like the copper fit it does not slide. Question on the body glide, do you use anything else to replace it. Thanks
Me personally I don't use it at all. There are other comments in here about Gold Bond. Me personally I haven't needed body glide in years.