I’m perpetually fascinated by how the heck people fit all this stuff in their pack. I have the pack , I have the stuff , but I couldn’t dream of taking all that. Maybe half lol.
I feel like such an amateur after watching this! But your video has made me realise the importance of compacting. And I’m now ordering anti-blister socks. 🧦 Thank you Hayley!
It's honestly quite comforting to see someone else not going complete ultralight. I just got my gear together for a month-long hike, and the longest one I've done so far is 8 nights. It will be in northern Scandinavia, so I want some safety margins, but seeing basically everyone on youtube and reddit have a sub-5kg base weight and talking down on people who carry more, makes me worried, and makes me second-guess my purchases that honestly were quite expensive. My pack actually has been lighter at some point, I had one of those tents that use hiking poles to set up, but it felt so crammed, my sleeping bag touching the tent wall and so on (and I'm not a tall person). Maybe one day I'll lighten up my pack, but for now, my base weight without consumables is about 9kg. What did yours end up being?
Why do you care about them and listening to what they have to say? They bring almost no 1st aid kit for a 10 day hike.. I carry 20kg no matter if it's overnighter or 5 days trip or 10 (and it would weight more) I don't even consider that as a lot and prefer to have stuff with me and not being obssesive about grams. I would be if I was selling cocaine but don't care if tent is 2kg or 1kg if 2kg served me for 12 years already
I tested a tyvek groundsheet last year in the Pyrenees and it was great. Like others said, put it through the washing machine once and then the dryer with dryer balls (no heat required) to rough it up. It still made some noise when I un/folded but made no noise once laid down or wrapped up with my tent. You can add gromet ties with some sewing and seam sealer but I haven't done that. I did the Great Ocean Walk in mid-December 2014 with a hammock tent. The hike is colder than people expect; temps drop at night. I stashed a resupply at Johanna Beach in scent proof bags and a dry bag up in a tree so I wouldn't have to carry the full 6-7 days of food! Also, at the time the Otway Historic Site sold camping food and gas so people might want to check that out. I had all my food sorted by I did by a S2S sleeping bag liner at the shop to beef up my warmth at night.
I am supposed to be on a camping trip. Instead sick in bed with covid. Thank goodness I found you today. Loved your hike with Cindy. She and I are about the same age. I can relate to her groans. That was perhaps way too ambitious. Better her than me tucked into bed with a cup of tea!
Try chucking your tyvek through the washing machine a couple of times it’s supposed to stop it being so crinkly. I still haven’t ordered mine for either of my tents so not sure if it actually works but have heard it does. Great gear load out. Can’t wait for the vids :)
+1 on missing Mountain Designs stores. I bought my first Gore-tex (Meridian) jacket, first decent Polartec, first down sleeping bag and Trangia from their store in Bathurst amongst many other pieces of kit more than 20 years ago to hike the Six Foot Track.
A Garmin GPS helps you find where you are on the map when you are not 100 % sure. When used with real map and compass it can help you find your way in trackless areas and in a total white out.
My cook system is almost identical. Small tip - put a small drop of water in the meth when you put it in the Toaks Siphon, will reduce soot on your pot! You'll love the X-Mid. It's fantastic in all weather and I can't rate it more highly.
Hello 👋 my outdoors friend, greetings from Northern California, U.S. Thank you for sharing this informative video. You did a fine job. It looks like you are set for almost any emergency. Take good care of yourself and stay safe out there. 🏕️ 😎 🙂
I’m not new to liking but I am new to making hiking better for myself. What should I look for in hiking poles and which hydration packs are best and how should I care for them so they last?
I have done the wonderful Great Ocean Walk and you will love it. I’ve got to invest in a pair or two off the Arma Blister Socks. I think I need a battery pack. Great informative info for over night hikers. Thank you for sharing 🙏🏽 Look forward to your adventure.
We are certainly spoilt in Victoria to have such great walks like the Great Ocean Walk! Did you end up getting yourself a battery pack or the Armaskin socks? 😄
@@settohike I had planned to get s pair of Armaskin socks for when I was planning to do the Camino St James. But we are in lockdown now, so when we come out of it I plan to get a pair. I have go myself a battery pack, yeah!
Another Aussie...awesome......Subscribed😁👍, I'm in Victoria aswell and new to long hikes. Always good to see someone else's gear choices that hike in similar areas. I don't have hiking poles but thinking about it and curiosity has me asking, why do you like cork handles? I'm interested to know. Great video content by the way 👌✌ thanks
Thanks so much for tuning in! 😄I have previously used hiking poles that had sort of like a hard rubber handle and the longer the day goes on the harder they feel. Im sure the good quality hard foam type handles would be great too. But the cork ones just seam to mange the sweat on your hands really well and seam to have the right softness to them. Have fun on your own hikes! 😀
Thanks for the video - looking forward to the GOW video, we are going in May! PS, got some of those armaskin socks after your review, used them a few times and LOVE them 😁
I've got no regrets for this lens I love it!! The f2.8 makes a difference! If you ever buy anything from digi direct help a sister out and use my link 😂
Great gear video! It’s always interesting to see the decisions other backpackers make - we also share a couple of the same items! I’ve had my eye on the X-Mid as well - have you been enjoying it? Thanks as always for the fantastic video Hayley ☺️
Thank you! haha yeah I love watching other peoples gear videos even if i'm not hiking or dont need anything new 😜I am loving the Xmid so far! The huge vestibules are the best! (and of course it hasn't failed me in terms of rain or wind) 😊
Hey, Enjoying your videos, I'm just a sleeping bag and mat away from being able to start overnight hikes, I've picked up some good tips from you, so thanks! I noticed you had the weights of all the items next to the descriptions - I was curious to know how much did the pack weigh on this trip?
Thank you! Im trying to learn another editing program to the one I normally use, so I told myself I have to edit the Great Ocean Walk in the other program so its a slow process 😂
Put your Tyvek through a wash cycle and it will get rid of the noise. Have you considered replacing the sawyer cap with a flip top sports cap, ditching the water bag and connecting the sawyer straight to the bottle - heaps more efficient and a little lighter.
Nice setup I opted out a second power bank for a anker solar panel works well enough to keep things going although I take pictures rather than record videos as well the head torch is really nice ive got a rechargeable hand torch but will be looking into one similar to yours seems lighter weight and frees up the hands 😏
Thank you! I have always thought id like to try a solar panel but haven't got around to it. You've done well to have a hand torch! I've had no issues with my head torch yet its great! 😊
Hey Haley!! Yes. I love backpacks as well, and I have ones from errand running to backpacking backpacks. Which means I have a couple of commuter backpacks as well. Gonna get another one tomorrow. All of my backpacks are named after girls. And I have my hydration backpack named Haley. Haven’t used her yet but she will bee coming out soon I am sure. Your backpack is your best friend and will not let you down. I have a great relationship with all my packs. They all sever their purpose. Haley is a great pack because she is always their to give me water when I need it. She has a 3 leader water bladder in her pouch.
Hello!! Haha yes can never go past a good backpack! It sounds like you will have quite a large collection!! I hope your hydration pack turns out to be great!! 😊😊
@@settohike so all of the packs names are these from smallest to largest. I thought I let you know but I didn’t haha. Here they are all here. Haley my hydration backpack, Kolby, Jasmine, Jessica, Serena, Brooklyn, Bailey, Lacy, Kaitlyn, then my backpacking packs are Mariah, Mya. I have another external frame pack which I don’t have a name for but this one is in storage. I think I named all of them. Their may have been some I missed but you have the idea. My huge commuter backpacks for work are Bailey and Kaitlyn. Then my briefcases are Maddy and Marina.
Thank you! I love the toaks stove, still using it. I dont know why but ive always been a fan of alcohol stoves and the toaks works a treat! Yeah Ultralight hiker are great! :)
I knew I wanted to shoot 4k at 50fps so that cut out a fair few options to start with. But I am pretty loyal to Canon. I’ve worked with a few video production companies before so I’ve always been surrounded by Canon. But Canon was my first dslr so I already had a few cheap lenses. (And used to the slightly bigger body size) The R6 (and the lens I chose) is weather sealed as well, which I thought at least might help a tiny bit for hiking. :)
Hey Haley!!! How many packs do you have I am curious. I think also that I gave you the names of all my packs right?? And just to let you know I did make sure that all of my notifications are on!!! Love your hiking videos!!!
Thank you!! For hiking I have 3 packs. A day pack by Blackwolf. Then my biggest pack is the one you see here in this video. Then my newest addition to the family is actually a 2nd hand pack by hyperlite mountain gear. Its only been on one hike so far, so im excited to give it a run!
Thank you so much for that very informative video. You really gave me some great ideas on how to improve my setup. I’d be interested to know the thought process that brought you to these decisions. For instance, why do you like cork handles on the walking sticks? I have no experience with them. Anyway, I’m glad I came across your channel. You’re super talented. I subscribed :-)
Thanks for watching! 🙂 I am slowly trying to get my base weight lighter (to compensate for my camera haha) so weight is definitely a big consideration. I guess a lot of my decisions come from using something, and if I like it or not i'll see if there is a way to make it better. Such as my new stove, I used to use the Trangia which I loved but knew there was a stove out there that would be lighter but still an alcohol stove! My old hiking poles used to have a hard rubber handle with the soft foam underneath which to me seamed like my hand would sweat a lot/rub by the end of the day. So I knew I wanted to try cork when I was due for some new ones and I havn't noticed my hands at all with the cork! I hope that makes sense! Thanks so much for subscribing! :)
It's 20,000 miliamp-HOURS, not 20,000 miliamps. Miliampere is a unit of power, while Miliampere-hour is a unit of energy. These power banks typically put out 20 watts at 5 volts, so 4 Amps or 4,000 miliamps.
Great gear list and looks like you have some seriously good quality camera gear in there. Where did you pick up your Xero Z Trails? Could you get them locally in Australia or were they online from overseas? I’ve been trying to work out a good camp shoe option and these seem to have really good reviews.
Thank you! haha yeah I was supposed to travel America in 2020 so I put some of my America money towards some new gear instead! I bought the Z trails online from their website (although I have since discovered I think they have an Australian website too) The Z trails were my normal shoe size so no issue with sizing. But I love them! I wear them everywhere in my non hiking life too haha so even if you got a pair and didnt like them for camp I dont think they would go to waste.
@@settohike you were going to America? To do a thruhike? Which one? Bummer! Great video too by the way... I like how you just said what you've got and a couple of extra tidbits of info... I've filmed my gear video and with me explaining why I chose stuff its over an hour long 😳.
@@AmyOutdoors Yeah but mainly just for a 3 month holiday to see important things like m&m world and Disneyland :P Obviously had some day hikes planned but not any multidays. Hopefully I can get there one day soon! Then maybe think about a thru hike after ive finished being a tourist :D haha oh it was so hard to just say an item and then not talk about it more! A few things got chopped in the edit!
A few, but the reason this stuck out for me was because of the shorter range. He does a 2-5 stop then 6-9 stop. Also the lens cover that comes with it i feel gives a little more protection then your standard lens cover while bush bashing around :P
Haha the full roll of dunny paper was technically for 8 days not just overnight but at least we agree on the chicken 😛People used to tell me I should play piano when I was younger because I had long fingers haha I think they are fairly proportionate now 😂
@@settohike cool, so I wasn’t imagining your Edward scissor hands like hands. So glad you eventually grew into them. Might see you out there one day. Enjoy dude!!
I just picked up the Mini 2! It’s awesome, and super light/small! In terms of backpacking with it - the remote is somewhat heavy, and the extra batteries would add to the heft. I’m definitely going to bring it on the trail from time to time, but might leave something else at home in its place 👍🏻
You wear gaiters on the outside of your boot/leg they are used to protect your legs and feet from things like sand, dirt and mud getting in your shoes as well as snake bites. You can get different lengths, some go right up to your knees or others are just little ankle ones. Some are pretty heavy duty and made of canvas where others can be very light almost like silk. :)
@@settohike Knee High Gore Tex Gaiters are the way to go for trekking and ski touring. When used with light weight synthetic long trousers you get good protection from sharp sticks, prickly bushes, insects, the sun, water, snow etc..
I’m perpetually fascinated by how the heck people fit all this stuff in their pack. I have the pack , I have the stuff , but I couldn’t dream of taking all that. Maybe half lol.
Hot tip with the toilet paper - what I do is pull out the carboard in the middle of and it packs up much smaller. I then put it in zip bag
I feel like such an amateur after watching this! But your video has made me realise the importance of compacting. And I’m now ordering anti-blister socks. 🧦 Thank you Hayley!
That’s great you get well prepared while hiking.
It's honestly quite comforting to see someone else not going complete ultralight. I just got my gear together for a month-long hike, and the longest one I've done so far is 8 nights. It will be in northern Scandinavia, so I want some safety margins, but seeing basically everyone on youtube and reddit have a sub-5kg base weight and talking down on people who carry more, makes me worried, and makes me second-guess my purchases that honestly were quite expensive. My pack actually has been lighter at some point, I had one of those tents that use hiking poles to set up, but it felt so crammed, my sleeping bag touching the tent wall and so on (and I'm not a tall person). Maybe one day I'll lighten up my pack, but for now, my base weight without consumables is about 9kg. What did yours end up being?
How did your trip go?
Why do you care about them and listening to what they have to say? They bring almost no 1st aid kit for a 10 day hike..
I carry 20kg no matter if it's overnighter or 5 days trip or 10 (and it would weight more)
I don't even consider that as a lot and prefer to have stuff with me and not being obssesive about grams. I would be if I was selling cocaine but don't care if tent is 2kg or 1kg if 2kg served me for 12 years already
@@BushcraftEuropeyour back will be stuffed if you hike frequently. Not to mention the discomfort.
I tested a tyvek groundsheet last year in the Pyrenees and it was great. Like others said, put it through the washing machine once and then the dryer with dryer balls (no heat required) to rough it up. It still made some noise when I un/folded but made no noise once laid down or wrapped up with my tent. You can add gromet ties with some sewing and seam sealer but I haven't done that. I did the Great Ocean Walk in mid-December 2014 with a hammock tent. The hike is colder than people expect; temps drop at night. I stashed a resupply at Johanna Beach in scent proof bags and a dry bag up in a tree so I wouldn't have to carry the full 6-7 days of food! Also, at the time the Otway Historic Site sold camping food and gas so people might want to check that out. I had all my food sorted by I did by a S2S sleeping bag liner at the shop to beef up my warmth at night.
I am supposed to be on a camping trip. Instead sick in bed with covid.
Thank goodness I found you today.
Loved your hike with Cindy. She and I are about the same age. I can relate to her groans. That was perhaps way too ambitious. Better her than me tucked into bed with a cup of tea!
Just wanna say this is the best channel I've seen so far. I've been hanging out here in less than a week and I already learned so much. Thank you! ❤
Aww thank you so much for watching and sticking around! hehe 🙂
Try chucking your tyvek through the washing machine a couple of times it’s supposed to stop it being so crinkly. I still haven’t ordered mine for either of my tents so not sure if it actually works but have heard it does. Great gear load out. Can’t wait for the vids :)
This does work! Just don’t put it in the dryer as it has a low melting point!
Thanks for the tip! I never would have thought to put it in the washing machine haha 🙂
copy that! 🙂
Throw it in the dryer on "cool" with a wet towel for a few minutes. Voila!
It worked for immune :)
+1 on missing Mountain Designs stores. I bought my first Gore-tex (Meridian) jacket, first decent Polartec, first down sleeping bag and Trangia from their store in Bathurst amongst many other pieces of kit more than 20 years ago to hike the Six Foot Track.
Run your tyvek through the clothes washer. It will be much quieter
Awesome video thank you. Helped me with packing ideas and gear selection. I just subscribed to learn more from you. Stay safe. Happy trails 🙏
Thank you so much! I am going on an overnight hike with scouts this weekend and we need to pack everything ourselves so this was really helpful👍🏻
Thank you! Im so glad to hear this was helpful 🙂🙂
Great video. Thanks for the insights.
Vargo has the best Titanium tent stakes on the market - the rounded pointed nail pegs . Most durable with zero corrosion.
I’ll look into them 😊
Very helpful video, well made. Thank you!
Great job on the vid. And noice cam. Like your idea with the cloth inside the Toaks pot - stealing that trick from you.
Thank you! haha I was so scared to take my camera outside when I bought it! You are most welcome for trick stealing 😊
Wash your Tyvek cloth in warm water in the washer that will quiet it. Twice if necessary. 😊
Great video, thanks for the tip about cork handles!
A Garmin GPS helps you find where you are on the map when you are not 100 % sure. When used with real map and compass it can help you find your way in trackless areas and in a total white out.
Nice video, some good ideas. Well presented 👍
My cook system is almost identical. Small tip - put a small drop of water in the meth when you put it in the Toaks Siphon, will reduce soot on your pot! You'll love the X-Mid. It's fantastic in all weather and I can't rate it more highly.
Team alcohol stoves!! 😛 Thanks for the tip, I will try that next time im out! The Xmid has treated me very well so far, im loving the vestibules too!
great detail ! thank you 🎉 looking forward to more vids =D
Hello 👋 my outdoors friend, greetings from Northern California, U.S. Thank you for sharing this informative video. You did a fine job. It looks like you are set for almost any emergency. Take good care of yourself and stay safe out there. 🏕️ 😎 🙂
Hello back! 👋 I cannot wait to visit the US! Thank you for watching 😀
Another amazing video, I will be doing the overland track in September and I can’t wait your videos really help 🏕🏕🏕
Oh wow thats the same month that I did it!! Hopefully you get a nice mixture of both snow and sunny days! Thank you for your support as always! 😀👞
@@settohike What where the temperatures like during September? ⛈
Its been a while since the video.
but you wash the tyvec sheet on delicate 4-5 times and it becomes soft and no noise
I’m not new to liking but I am new to making hiking better for myself. What should I look for in hiking poles and which hydration packs are best and how should I care for them so they last?
I have done the wonderful Great Ocean Walk and you will love it. I’ve got to invest in a pair or two off the Arma Blister Socks. I think I need a battery pack. Great informative info for over night hikers. Thank you for sharing 🙏🏽
Look forward to your adventure.
We are certainly spoilt in Victoria to have such great walks like the Great Ocean Walk! Did you end up getting yourself a battery pack or the Armaskin socks? 😄
@@settohike I had planned to get s pair of Armaskin socks for when I was planning to do the Camino St James. But we are in lockdown now, so when we come out of it I plan to get a pair. I have go myself a battery pack, yeah!
Another Aussie...awesome......Subscribed😁👍, I'm in Victoria aswell and new to long hikes. Always good to see someone else's gear choices that hike in similar areas.
I don't have hiking poles but thinking about it and curiosity has me asking, why do you like cork handles? I'm interested to know. Great video content by the way 👌✌ thanks
Thanks so much for tuning in! 😄I have previously used hiking poles that had sort of like a hard rubber handle and the longer the day goes on the harder they feel. Im sure the good quality hard foam type handles would be great too. But the cork ones just seam to mange the sweat on your hands really well and seam to have the right softness to them. Have fun on your own hikes! 😀
Thanks for the video - looking forward to the GOW video, we are going in May!
PS, got some of those armaskin socks after your review, used them a few times and LOVE them 😁
Thank you! haha I best get stuck into some editing! You'll have a great time!! aww im so glad to hear you love the Armaskin socks! 😀
Excellent information about the hiking gear! Thanks for the video. I’ll come back for more 😀
Thanks so much!! 😀😀
Binge watching all your videos!!
Love your content!
Aww thank you!! Glad you decided to do a binge watch! haha 😊
Oooo I’m looking at that lens for Stacey at the moment! So torn between the 16mm prime and the f4 and this.
I've got no regrets for this lens I love it!! The f2.8 makes a difference! If you ever buy anything from digi direct help a sister out and use my link 😂
awesome video! good to come across some more fellow aussies getting on the youtube videos
Thank you for popping into this little corner of TH-cam 😊😊
Great gear video! It’s always interesting to see the decisions other backpackers make - we also share a couple of the same items! I’ve had my eye on the X-Mid as well - have you been enjoying it? Thanks as always for the fantastic video Hayley ☺️
Thank you! haha yeah I love watching other peoples gear videos even if i'm not hiking or dont need anything new 😜I am loving the Xmid so far! The huge vestibules are the best! (and of course it hasn't failed me in terms of rain or wind) 😊
Hey, Enjoying your videos, I'm just a sleeping bag and mat away from being able to start overnight hikes, I've picked up some good tips from you, so thanks!
I noticed you had the weights of all the items next to the descriptions - I was curious to know how much did the pack weigh on this trip?
Can’t wait to see the video from the hike! This is a great gear list
Thank you! Im trying to learn another editing program to the one I normally use, so I told myself I have to edit the Great Ocean Walk in the other program so its a slow process 😂
Thanks. Great info. Also great editing and production. Loved it.👏👏👏👍
Thanks for always dropping a friendly comment!! 😁😁
Thank you for this great video! You have such a lovely way of communicating =)
Aww thank you 😊
Put your Tyvek through a wash cycle and it will get rid of the noise. Have you considered replacing the sawyer cap with a flip top sports cap, ditching the water bag and connecting the sawyer straight to the bottle - heaps more efficient and a little lighter.
You are the forth person who has let me know this, I had no idea it was a thing haha thanks for the tip!! 😊
@@settohike We've all been there lol
Wash your tyvek in the washing machine it will make it softer and quieter
Have you ever hiked the Adirondack mountains in upstate NY?
I cant seem to get the Balance Water bottles in any grocery shops anymore! D:
Nice setup I opted out a second power bank for a anker solar panel works well enough to keep things going although I take pictures rather than record videos as well the head torch is really nice ive got a rechargeable hand torch but will be looking into one similar to yours seems lighter weight and frees up the hands 😏
Thank you! I have always thought id like to try a solar panel but haven't got around to it. You've done well to have a hand torch! I've had no issues with my head torch yet its great! 😊
Hey Haley!! Yes. I love backpacks as well, and I have ones from errand running to backpacking backpacks. Which means I have a couple of commuter backpacks as well. Gonna get another one tomorrow. All of my backpacks are named after girls. And I have my hydration backpack named Haley. Haven’t used her yet but she will bee coming out soon I am sure. Your backpack is your best friend and will not let you down. I have a great relationship with all my packs. They all sever their purpose. Haley is a great pack because she is always their to give me water when I need it. She has a 3 leader water bladder in her pouch.
Hello!! Haha yes can never go past a good backpack! It sounds like you will have quite a large collection!! I hope your hydration pack turns out to be great!! 😊😊
@@settohike so all of the packs names are these from smallest to largest. I thought I let you know but I didn’t haha. Here they are all here. Haley my hydration backpack, Kolby, Jasmine, Jessica, Serena, Brooklyn, Bailey, Lacy, Kaitlyn, then my backpacking packs are Mariah, Mya. I have another external frame pack which I don’t have a name for but this one is in storage. I think I named all of them. Their may have been some I missed but you have the idea. My huge commuter backpacks for work are Bailey and Kaitlyn. Then my briefcases are Maddy and Marina.
Love the stove👍
I am very happy with it! 😀
Thank you for this video! New subscriber here ❤
Welcome aboard!! Thank you for joining in ❤
I am too. 😊
Have you tried laundering your Tyvek ground sheet to cut the noise? Toothpaste tabs instead of paste?
Great video. Thank you 😊
Very neat video. How did you find the toaks stove? Also I've been looking for Dyneema dry bags locally thanks for the ultralite hike tip.
Thank you! I love the toaks stove, still using it. I dont know why but ive always been a fan of alcohol stoves and the toaks works a treat! Yeah Ultralight hiker are great! :)
just on time 😍, aaaaaand now the wait is on
Haha have you got a hike planned? 😀
@@settohike yep, I have a hike planned for wilsons prom later this year, and this is really helpful. Thanks much for sharing :D
Would love to know how you came to decide on the R6, with all the great options around at the moment.
I knew I wanted to shoot 4k at 50fps so that cut out a fair few options to start with. But I am pretty loyal to Canon. I’ve worked with a few video production companies before so I’ve always been surrounded by Canon. But Canon was my first dslr so I already had a few cheap lenses. (And used to the slightly bigger body size) The R6 (and the lens I chose) is weather sealed as well, which I thought at least might help a tiny bit for hiking. :)
Great tips! Hoping to get around to some overnight hiking in Victoria asap :) I'll definitely use some of these!
Thank you! Yeah Victoria is definitely spoilt for choice when it comes to overnight hiking! 😊
Awesome videos thanks for the insight!
Thanks for watching! 😊
Hey Haley!!! How many packs do you have I am curious. I think also that I gave you the names of all my packs right?? And just to let you know I did make sure that all of my notifications are on!!! Love your hiking videos!!!
Thank you!! For hiking I have 3 packs. A day pack by Blackwolf. Then my biggest pack is the one you see here in this video. Then my newest addition to the family is actually a 2nd hand pack by hyperlite mountain gear. Its only been on one hike so far, so im excited to give it a run!
Have you heard of Alton goods?
Hi , what season did you do this trek in and what was your total weight plz?
Thank you so much for that very informative video. You really gave me some great ideas on how to improve my setup. I’d be interested to know the thought process that brought you to these decisions. For instance, why do you like cork handles on the walking sticks? I have no experience with them. Anyway, I’m glad I came across your channel. You’re super talented. I subscribed :-)
Thanks for watching! 🙂 I am slowly trying to get my base weight lighter (to compensate for my camera haha) so weight is definitely a big consideration. I guess a lot of my decisions come from using something, and if I like it or not i'll see if there is a way to make it better. Such as my new stove, I used to use the Trangia which I loved but knew there was a stove out there that would be lighter but still an alcohol stove! My old hiking poles used to have a hard rubber handle with the soft foam underneath which to me seamed like my hand would sweat a lot/rub by the end of the day. So I knew I wanted to try cork when I was due for some new ones and I havn't noticed my hands at all with the cork! I hope that makes sense! Thanks so much for subscribing! :)
For anyone wondering I added it all up, it's about 15kg without water. I assumed ~2kg for food.
You lost me at the mask haha
Would you weigh your bag before weeklong trip? And if so what do you usually feel is a comfortable weight?
AN AUSSIE HIKER CHANNEL! YAY!
OMG YOU ARE FROM VIC AS WELL! GOTTA SUPPORT THE LOCALS!
Haha thanks so much for popping in! 😀 Victoria represent! 😜
Nice video.
Thank you 🙂
It's 20,000 miliamp-HOURS, not 20,000 miliamps. Miliampere is a unit of power, while Miliampere-hour is a unit of energy. These power banks typically put out 20 watts at 5 volts, so 4 Amps or 4,000 miliamps.
How much does all that weigh up in total?
Great gear list and looks like you have some seriously good quality camera gear in there. Where did you pick up your Xero Z Trails? Could you get them locally in Australia or were they online from overseas? I’ve been trying to work out a good camp shoe option and these seem to have really good reviews.
Thank you! haha yeah I was supposed to travel America in 2020 so I put some of my America money towards some new gear instead! I bought the Z trails online from their website (although I have since discovered I think they have an Australian website too) The Z trails were my normal shoe size so no issue with sizing. But I love them! I wear them everywhere in my non hiking life too haha so even if you got a pair and didnt like them for camp I dont think they would go to waste.
@@settohike thanks for the notes on the Z Trails. Think they could become my new camp shoes.
@@settohike you were going to America? To do a thruhike? Which one? Bummer! Great video too by the way... I like how you just said what you've got and a couple of extra tidbits of info... I've filmed my gear video and with me explaining why I chose stuff its over an hour long 😳.
@@AmyOutdoors Yeah but mainly just for a 3 month holiday to see important things like m&m world and Disneyland :P Obviously had some day hikes planned but not any multidays. Hopefully I can get there one day soon! Then maybe think about a thru hike after ive finished being a tourist :D haha oh it was so hard to just say an item and then not talk about it more! A few things got chopped in the edit!
🤣 you've got your priorities in the right order then! You'll get there... oneday! I'll get to Canada one day too.
Is horse riding trousers/tights good for hiking please? Only cos they're double layerd on pathrts of the trousers?
I'm in the UK
I'd say if they are relatively quick drying then yes :)
Did you look at any other variable ND filter options?
A few, but the reason this stuck out for me was because of the shorter range. He does a 2-5 stop then 6-9 stop. Also the lens cover that comes with it i feel gives a little more protection then your standard lens cover while bush bashing around :P
YES to the chicken crimpys NO to a full roll of dunny paper!!! Good vid, you have really long fingers?
Haha the full roll of dunny paper was technically for 8 days not just overnight but at least we agree on the chicken 😛People used to tell me I should play piano when I was younger because I had long fingers haha I think they are fairly proportionate now 😂
@@settohike cool, so I wasn’t imagining your Edward scissor hands like hands. So glad you eventually grew into them. Might see you out there one day. Enjoy dude!!
So jealous
haha why are you jealous? 🙂
All you need now is the Dji mavic mini 2 only 249 grams with battery.🤣😂
hahah! I thought after all this I cannot add in a drone. I didn't realise that was 249g though! 😛
Not allowed in parks in Vic anyway.
@@bobcrusader oh dear. yes you cant take off from the park but you can fly over it as they don't own the air space. That's a shame. 🥂🥂
I just picked up the Mini 2! It’s awesome, and super light/small! In terms of backpacking with it - the remote is somewhat heavy, and the extra batteries would add to the heft. I’m definitely going to bring it on the trail from time to time, but might leave something else at home in its place 👍🏻
What are gaitors???
You wear gaiters on the outside of your boot/leg they are used to protect your legs and feet from things like sand, dirt and mud getting in your shoes as well as snake bites. You can get different lengths, some go right up to your knees or others are just little ankle ones. Some are pretty heavy duty and made of canvas where others can be very light almost like silk. :)
@@settohike Thank you!
@@settohike Knee High Gore Tex Gaiters are the way to go for trekking and ski touring. When used with light weight synthetic long trousers you get good protection from sharp sticks, prickly bushes, insects, the sun, water, snow etc..
Does Haley girl still have her big pack?
you really filtered tap water?... we are in australia not in america or out back
Have you done the Great Ocean Walk Hike yet?
Yes I have! I am super delayed but the videos are actually coming very soon! :)
so this is basically what women carry in their purse xD
bahah! I have revealed all secrets 😛
@settohike >>> 👍👍