Winter Camping with a Cot

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  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 9 ก.พ. 2023
  • Trying out a lot of new gear to include a cot and self inflating pad for winter camping in my Gazelle T4 Overland Edition tent. Links to the gear used below:
    Gazelle T4 Tent: amzn.to/3Yrmj3J
    Wiggy's Ultima Thule sleeping bag: www.wiggys.com/sleeping-bags/...
    Enlightened Equipment Quilt: www.enlightenedequipment.com/...
    Enlightened Equipment Straps: enlightenedequipment.com/repl...
    Cot: amzn.to/3E5DD6h
    Sleeping Pad: amzn.to/3jXCCGr
    MSR Footprint: amzn.to/3Xmd7wc
    Sleeping Hood: amzn.to/3K66ivI
    Sensor Push: amzn.to/3E5TzoV
    Camp Stove: amzn.to/3jSs9Mm
    ALPS Mountaineering camp chair: amzn.to/40TKeKQ
    ALPS Mountaineering camp table: amzn.to/3E0h5ni
    White plastic camp table: amzn.to/3YvJpWU
    Front Runner Flat Pack Storage Box: amzn.to/3E49R1K
    Omnia Oven: amzn.to/3YOfvwI
    Coffee Pot: amzn.to/40LsQb7
    Aeropress Coffee Maker: amzn.to/3jPo0ZR
    Titanium Pot: amzn.to/3S2vzJi
    CLIQ Chair: amzn.to/3YI4rRS
    Toiletry Bag: amzn.to/3HV8Tpy
    Privacy Tent: amzn.to/3I0Epm2
    Cartridge Toilet: amzn.to/3YvDroY
    Luci Solar Light: amzn.to/40SBnsB
    DJI Mavic 3 drone: amzn.to/3YNZFlI

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  • @barbshubert9667
    @barbshubert9667 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the great tips. Staking down the T4 before pulling out the sides and the great tip on the MSR tarp. For the ladies, I use the Byer of Maine Easy Cot. No assembly required. Great video. Thanks.

    • @bluox
      @bluox  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you and thank you for your cot recommendation. Thanks for watching!

  • @bon3906
    @bon3906 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for showing a different way to tie down the MSR footprint over the roof mesh. Did not think of that way. Much better setup to keep heat in and blowing wind out.

    • @bluox
      @bluox  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It worked a little too well, since I do not use a heater I got quite a bit of frozen condensation in the tent but it was certainly warmer. Your system is certainly a good one and I appreciate your sharing.

    • @bon3906
      @bon3906 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I use the Portable Buddy Heater in my Gazelle tent. I turn it off before I go to sleep. In the morning, I turn the heater back on and any condensation inside the tent is eliminated. I lay a small emergency fire blanket under the heater for safety.

    • @bluox
      @bluox  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@bon3906 I have had a buddy heater for years but only have it for emergency home heat. I thought about it that morning as it would have helped dry out the tent. Not looking like I will get any good cold weather to test it this year but next time I will give it a go.

  • @TheHenryway
    @TheHenryway หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Canadian Military 101 "snow on the floor " lol we were never allowed to stay on cot if it was freezing. I was always told it was because of air around the cot

    • @bluox
      @bluox  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I always thought the same thing but with this well insulated sleeping pad it is very comfortable. Keep in mind that I have not had a chance to use this system in temps lower than 14 degrees but I will post an update if I do. Thanks for watching!

    • @TheHenryway
      @TheHenryway หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @bluox i just bought the t4. I was thinking of buying some disco beds. Do you think they will fit well?

    • @bluox
      @bluox  หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@TheHenryway What size of disco bed are you looking at, I see a number of different ones. My Timberridge is 74.41 x 25.59 and that is as big as I would want to go. Enjoy your T4, I love mine, and thanks for watching!

  • @carmenmartinez2882
    @carmenmartinez2882 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh, yeah….comfort! I have a couple of Teton cots a regular one and the cot/tent which is massive, for a few bucks more (I think less than 10) it has a piece that helps placing that last pole in the cot. Leaving the self inflating mat open for several hours will inflate it more, the advantage of self inflating is that they don’t deflate with cold weather, yours looks sooo comfy and thick, unfortunately at 65 I’d have a hard time rolling it, but you’re making me jealous. I’ve been camping for 40+ years and still do, now I need easy pitch tents but hey, I’m still doing it. Thanks for the suggestion to check this video up. You make good videos and I subbed. Have you tried the heat exchanger cooking pots? They sure heat up things faster, meaning coffee on a cold morning lol. Jet Boil is very expensive I have Bulin, good quality and more affordable, they also work with Trangia, cutting down your fuel consumption which in my case since I go for 2-3 consecutive weeks although I don’t backpack (I also have Gazelle T4) helps not having to buy fuel from the little stores overcharging for fuel. Nice property! I never thought using the bed pad on top of the chair, Thanks again, I enjoy the videos.

    • @bluox
      @bluox  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I am just a few years behind you and I agree, comfort is becoming the key issue! I was raised tent and tent trailer camping, went to backpacking (still do some) but now really enjoy my vehicle camping. I have only been doing this for a couple of years and I am a firm believer in constantly improving your system. These videos have been fun in that I get people like your self that provide insight into their systems and help me fine tune my own. I love my Jet Boil stoves (I have three) but would not purchase them just for car camping. The heat exchanger pots are great but with my new camp stove I don't really need them, the Camp Chef Everest 2X is like using a large Jet Boil! I appreciate your comments and hope you get many more years of camping in!! Thanks for watching.

    • @carmenmartinez2882
      @carmenmartinez2882 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@bluox improving the camp gear? Or addicted to camping and gear like me lol. I’m in California with the fire bans I’ve had to do some improvements/adjustments too. Your property is so nice! I live in the mountains by the National Forest, not too shabby either.

    • @bluox
      @bluox  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@carmenmartinez2882 I am definitely a gear nerd and love perfecting my system almost as much as actually camping! I will be building on the property this year so probably be camping in some of my other spots in the future. At least you live in the good part of California!!

  • @Jeep79
    @Jeep79 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thx any recommendations ipreciate so much

    • @bluox
      @bluox  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching!

  • @Jeep79
    @Jeep79 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Blue thx for the video cheers inhave a question I got metalcloack spring in my gladiator but in the rear the spring are dampen yours do too is annoying I ordered the metalcloack shocks to see if got better but im waiting to arrive to see

    • @bluox
      @bluox  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I had the MetalCloak 3.5 in lift with the 6PAK shocks and had to go with different rear springs due to the weight in the back. If you have the heavy rack with lots of gear I imagine that you have the same issue as it is common with Gladiators. I tried the EVO plush ride 4 inch springs in the back with 1.5 inch Teraflex spacers and it was a little too high and soft. I replaced the EVO springs with Clayton Offroad 3.5 inch HD triple rate springs and kept the spacers and now the ride height is perfect. I don't think that the 6PAK shocks are working well with the weight and am looking into putting new shocks on as well. Good luck with your build and thanks for watching!