Hey! I worked as an REI Packfitter (and I trained REI staff in how to pack fit) for 15 years! And I think this is a great video. YES! I preach to buy your pack last, or at least after you buy tent, sleeping bag, and pad which is really what is going to determine your pack size. But you left one problem out. A lot of the little outdoor stores, staff don’t know how to fit backpacks. So that is a benefit of REI. They spend a lot - and I mean A LOT! - of money training staff. If the shop you are at can’t measure your torso, walk out. Which brings me to the 6th stupid thing that new backpackers do! They walk into a store, grab a pack off the wall, dont check to see what size it is, don’t get themselves measured, and walks o a register because their friend, or a video told them it was the best pack. Get fitted for your new pack! Great video.
@Duckling08
Жыл бұрын
Truth! Best thing I ever did was get my pack fitted.
@rodneyp9590
Жыл бұрын
As a thrift store shopper I think everyone should buy the most expensive everything when they start. Also size large tall fits everyone so get me that
@asht.7640
Жыл бұрын
I found my favorite hiking pants second hand at a salvation army for $9 retail they are $70. Woot woot.
@CanItAlready
Жыл бұрын
😆😆😂
@Duckling08
Жыл бұрын
🤔😆
@longrider42
Жыл бұрын
I've been a member of REI since the late 70's, and I've bought some good gear from them. Not all of what I use, but some pieces here and there. And I am still a member of the REI Coop.
@mmeljac
Жыл бұрын
I use the bear bells to keep track of my kids. Sometimes they run. Still hear the sound...alive. No sounds...oops.
@jackgardner2514
Жыл бұрын
Best reason to use them tbh
@musingwithreba9667
Жыл бұрын
Good idea!
@FuckPedophileBiden
Жыл бұрын
Black bear: little berries in their poop. Grizzly bear: little bells in their poop.
@joseperez-cl8jk
Жыл бұрын
Ok mom but you’re kids are 30+ hahaha it must be a warning sign to hide that’s weed
@CanItAlready
Жыл бұрын
What if something's grabbed them and the bells are jingling because an animal's carrying them off?
@wuffos
Жыл бұрын
1) Buy gear in correct order, backpack last 0:50 2) Don't but too much gear 1:58 3) Buy only backpacking gear 3:26 4) Spending too much money 5:06 5) Thinking big name outfitters are the only option 6:46
@Rawdilz
Жыл бұрын
The one reason I like REI is I can buy anything they sell and try it for up to one year and still return it and get my money back. None of the cottage brands offer that. That one fact helped me to buy gear to try without wasting a ton of money. I ended up returning three different backpacks before I settled on a Zpacks bag. So I think it’s a real benefit to buy from REI if you are just starting out. The membership is only $30 and they give you a $30 gift card for signing up.
@musingwithreba9667
Жыл бұрын
I love Garage Grown Gear for a one-stop online shop for cottage brands. They carry a lot of different stuff, and even ship to Canada with minimal hassle and decent shipping pricing. They even carry some Canadian brands.
@James-gd3vz
Жыл бұрын
Last time I bought from them they sent me a couple of gifts with my purchase. Like some stickers and a UL toothbrush lol. Seems like a solid company.
@musingwithreba9667
Жыл бұрын
@@James-gd3vz yes! I got the toothbrush as well as a gift
@brycewalburn3926
Жыл бұрын
I know the ragging on REI is mostly a joke, but any hiker, camper, or backpacker would be a fool to ignore their sales. I realize I'm outing myself as a softie, but I got their flexlite air chair for $50, and I've been loving it. I just got a really great mid-layer for 50% off. I grab some Darn Tough when they're on sale. I like to support smaller businesses when I can, but they're definitely on the better end of "big box" stores.
@billprice6458
Жыл бұрын
REI awesome for some things. For instance I bought a nano air. I can go right to patagonia and get it for $300 or get it for $300 at REI and get 10 percent back in March and have the fantastic REI service. Easy choice.
@earthlingannie3426
Жыл бұрын
✋️ I nominate Miranda in the wild as a potential guest on Trail Tales when it returns. 😄
@m_soko
Жыл бұрын
Ziinnng
@earthlingannie3426
Жыл бұрын
Think of the dynamic though! ❤️ They're both respectable, funny, and genuinely awesome...but they backpack differently. 😊
@MirandaGoesOutside
Жыл бұрын
I’m down
@scarletteddards6034
Жыл бұрын
@@MirandaGoesOutside I’m more excited about the potential of this colab than I have been about anything in a long time
@EK-ej3ll
Жыл бұрын
They would play off each other well.
@giggigidy6998
Жыл бұрын
Don't overlook second hand gear either, many groups on Facebook and other sites where some great deals can be found. Just avoid pissy sleeping bags and never buy second hand underwear... I'll never make that mistake twice 🙄
@elpretender1357
Жыл бұрын
Another one I'd warn people about is inflatable gear. You never know how much wear it may really have and if it deflates and you can't find the puncture, the warranty won't cover you.
@stevewright2241
Жыл бұрын
You forgot to tell them that cast iron the best cooking gear for the backcountry.
@Duckling08
Жыл бұрын
🤣
@middleearthchronicles2269
Жыл бұрын
Please tell me I'm not the only one who got an REI ad right in the middle of the REI segment.
@kylebacon4034
Жыл бұрын
Tip 3 reminds me of the time I saw a tent at Walmart labeled “backpacking tent”. The tent was nearly the size of a suitcase and weighed over 5 pounds. Awesome tips and video!
@adamclukabarry5105
Жыл бұрын
tip #6: don't think everything you buy needs to be new. there are many options for buying used gear. use them!!
@coreymahjoubian3668
Жыл бұрын
Kyle did you like the REI Sahara Sun Hoodie you used on the PCT?
@karencaskey6210
Жыл бұрын
The one thing I always tell first time backpackers is don't buy, but rent instead. Even investing money into all the cheaper gear adds up, and if you find out you really hate backpacking, then that's a bunch of wasted money for one trip. REI does have a good gear rental service. And yes, once you start buying gear, definitely purchase things like your sleep system first. I am allegic to down, so I have to buy all synthetic, which tends to be bulkier. Hence, I needed a larger backpack.
@elpretender1357
Жыл бұрын
I got myself a synthetic UP quilt from Cedar Ridge outdoors. It's pretty great but the baffles are sewn through (at least for the 40F version). The good thing about UP is that it compresses very, very well. Not as much as down, but much more than sheet insulation.
@crazy8adventures553
Жыл бұрын
Buy once, cry once. A few of my favorite things: Hammock gear premium top quilt, Nemo tensor sleeping pad, ULA Circuit backpack, Copper Spur tent, Packit Gourmet. REI has been a great resource for information AND clothing because of their incredible return policy and member discounts. Favorite clothing: Kuhl hiking leggings, darn tough socks, Patagonia capilene tees, Altra trail runners, REI base layers.
@obxchas
Жыл бұрын
"Aw, this Kyle guy, he's so cool." -No one ever
@chili1593
Жыл бұрын
Difference between buying cottage and REI is the try on the fit the return and the service. I buy cottage and at REI. Gotta use your noggin and your experience and you will do fine. There are trade offs with ultra light, and not everyone is a through hiker.😊
@jingleinthedark92
Жыл бұрын
Walmart surprised me with their real tree and outdoors sections, replaced or updated my gear after spending a ton at REI before discovering. Thanks for the video, been watching your stuff for a bit and yeah it helped me get into outdoor living. Had to emigrate by foot and thru hiking has been a good excuse for basically being homeless. Boondocking is not adverse possession so it really isn't the same for me living outside verses those I meet who are locally always outside.
@VenturingValerie
Жыл бұрын
I work at REI and still reccomnd cottage companies to ultralight backpackers because it is what I use and know works, REI has a terrible selection of quilts so I always refer them to enlightened equipment and mention the brs stove and zpacks when they are big on weight savings. REI also needs to sell pack liners, all they have is covers and I tell my customers to just use a pack liner instead of a rain cover because it's cheaper and sooo much more effective👍
@jtaylorb88
Жыл бұрын
How about all that Adidas crap we have now? Sadly we lost our most favorite brand Topo at our store too. In my 20 years working there it's the worst they have ever been in selection of gear.
@VenturingValerie
Жыл бұрын
@jtaylorb88 Yeah, like being totally against Nike shoes because of the unethical labor they use bit are happy to sell their apparel, they can't even choose with half the brands and I wish they didn't get rid of so many rei brand items that they used to make, they are distributing so much to brands that we should not sell, why are we placing the same 1 year satisfaction guarantee on coleman products that will break in a few months?
@MrTimmyGT
Жыл бұрын
You forgot to tell everyone to watch Dan Becker videos to learn what you should buy, that guy is great!
@jackgardner2514
Жыл бұрын
You should start a discord and allow your fans to network used gear sales and or giveaways
@CBne1997
Жыл бұрын
As a relative newbie I bought all of my gear from REI. After going on some trips and doing more research, I wound up trading a lot of my gear for cottage manufacturers. Plus, a lot of the ul cottage gear is MADE IN USA!
@shelm-b8p
Жыл бұрын
What is cottage gear? I would never hike in cottage shirts and pants. Cottage kills.
@shelm-b8p
Жыл бұрын
I am a big REI fan. I tell newbies to rent or borrow for the first trip. You truly don’t know if you like backpacking until you did it. For me personally, I got 4 sleeping pads before I made a decision. No other company let’s you do that and return for free. Also I need Lowa Boots for my feet. Only REI gives me a really good discount. That doesn’t mean I am religiously buying everything from REI, but I don’t understand what you are bitching about. REI is a great company.
@Bill_tyler
Жыл бұрын
I use bear bells for perimeter alarm but maybe that because I usually roll solo
@nicksam5518
Жыл бұрын
I saw this issue w backpacks:super UL(specific, lighter, more for dialed in ppl), vs more standard old 'tired and true' backpacks. osprey, Gregory ,mystery ranch, REI, mountain smith ect. when u start out, its hard to spend $$ on dialed in gear, u don't understand. Some mix of heavy old stuff mixed w cooler stuff you; ' saw on KZitem'. I started w a mix of old military stuff and camping gear. my 1st true backpack was an used osprey atmosphere 65. its still my go to winter/heavy cold weather pack(it feels better w heavier weight.
@kgwash
Жыл бұрын
The majority of my gear is REI...but it is also my second job, so, yeah. That said, I often refer people to cottage industries if our gear does not fit what they need. I love working with customers and realize that sometimes they just need something else. Especially quilts as we don't have many under 20 degrees. Some stores even rent gear, which is great for newer backpackers. You can see what you like and don't like. I have bought a few too many stuff sacks from Hilltops Packs. I mean we all need a steak and poop emoji bag. Research what you need, look at options, and make the best decision for you. And have some self control as you browse Garage Grown Gear. It is a very dangerous place.
@mg222.
Жыл бұрын
Started out with all my junky gear from when I was in Boy Scouts was glad to upgrade but I'm also glad I was able to do a few trial runs with my junk gear to get comfortable with backpacking again. My advice for a trial run would be to do some basic research so you dont carry obviously terrible items and backpack with your junk gear on a night with fair weather. Only hike a mile of two at most which most people can do even with heavy gear and just see if you're comfortable with staying overnight in the woods, maybe crossing the poop barrier. There's more to backpacking than just putting in miles. If you liked the experience or only disliked it because of your gear, then start upgrading.
@damnitman3170
Жыл бұрын
I did 5 mile hike the weekend before I went out to attempt my PCT thru hike. Then I got 803 miles done and rolled my ankle. The trial run was shitty lol started raining as soon as we put the packs on, I felt terrible that night couldn’t eat. However, it was magical.
@Duckling08
Жыл бұрын
I use REI because they have THE BEST return policy. I can try my running shoes for a year and still return them, if I find they are not working out. I haven't found any other company with as good of a return policy.
@kayseacamp
Жыл бұрын
I'm so thankful that my dad was already a well seasoned backpacker when he got me into backpacking. I was able to try out some of his gear and my nephews gear to help hone in my shopping list. Only regret was wasting money on a backpacking sleeping bag only to find out I'm a top quilt kinda person. At least I was able to resell it.
@miconn69
9 ай бұрын
I bought a Nemo Disco before buying my Zenbivy. At least I was able to still return my Nemo to REI. 😜
@aurih2o
Жыл бұрын
I love how real and raw your advice is! This helped alot! Thank you!
@UrDoinItWrong
Жыл бұрын
Miranda and her crew gonna' come for ya' Kyle!!!! She don't take kindly to talkin' junk about REI!
@Jarrych83
Жыл бұрын
REI has a great rep for a reason, but compared to when they first opened, definitely more options to consider, though often not in person. But, often a good starting point for checking stuff out. Also, would LOVE to see you do a "bang for the buck" gear rec list. Because damn if that's not a great point! I love that there's reasonably light, affordable tents. Under $350 is very doable for a 3lb tent vs the cost of an ultralight badboy. And zenbivy is starting to look like a good middle ground in that area for sleep gear.
@kristymoore7052
Жыл бұрын
I literally one time saw someone who packed out a full-sized bear canister in an area not required, FULL of s’mores supplies.
@anneliesevoelker2502
Жыл бұрын
I have backpacked and hiked for eight years and currently bikepacking/ touring. I bought compression socks, panniers, cook set, fork racks, tent, sleeping pad. I take good care of my gear and things has worked great. Also, I have purchased water filters and purifier drops and tablets. No problem.
@bcamping1
Жыл бұрын
Get a big backpack first. Size that fits Cornelius keg. 👌
@billcampbell1627
Жыл бұрын
Go in the Army first. Choose Infantry. It will introduce you to the walking with a lot of stuff on your back, sort of like backpacking. Then go Special Forces. The places you go will be a little more out in the wild. The gear you have on your back will be very high speed stuff, unfortunately even though your "backing gear" will be lighter, they still don't make light weight ammo or explosives. In between deployments you will go through different schools. Survival training will be a lot like backpacking, except for the back pack part. Your gear will be light as air, cause you won't have any. One good thing is you won't have any ammo or explosives to tote around. But you will definitely not be so picky about which air mattress to obtain. After several years you will know whether you are cut out for the back packing crowd, the camping crowd, or just the sit around and see what the kids on KZitem are into these days crowd. Your milage may vary. Peace.
@phoebebee4250
Жыл бұрын
Bill Campbell, Daddy, is that you??? Your history sounds like him. He bought me a knife when I was going backpacking. "You don't need all that, I slept in the snow!" Thank you for your service.
@ayuhmainer781
Жыл бұрын
Well, mostly nah. Rule 1: Buy cheap and light as possible. Most of this gear will only be used once. Look for videos with cheap and backpacking. 2: Stay away from zealots talking about how they have a base weight of two pounds and sleep under tarps/plastic bags/ etc. Anyone can suffer all night wrapped in a 4 ounce "quilt" under a dry cleaning bag. It's a religion for some. 3: Buy good shoes. 4: Add and replace when you know what you are doing. That's it.
@natlovell122
Жыл бұрын
At this point there are so many options even at bargain prices. My backpack is in the 2 LB range, my sleeping bag is in the 2LB range, and my tents is in the 3 LB range and I got all 3 for under $250
@kristymoore7052
Жыл бұрын
I can’t imagine anyone just going out and buying all their gear at once, maybe people in another tax bracket than I. I’m like most, started with cheap stuff on Amazon or somewhere and ok, I like this, then slowly investing and dialing in what works. I’m now about 5k in and counting. I also have lots of stuff that I thought I needed and don’t, but I’m getting that part under control.
@505fastlife6
Жыл бұрын
Amazon don’t only have cheap stuff in fact I find most big names like Nemo for example on Amazon.
@cynthiabartz2157
Жыл бұрын
My husband used the massive zero degree sleeping bag that came from Walmart on our first backpacking trip. 😂 So grateful that we have started from backpacking and not camping. The gear translates much better!
@valeriesorrells
Жыл бұрын
yeah, made that mistake, bought my pack first, but at least it was under 3 lbs replacing my old one that was 6 lbs.
@barbarapaine8054
Жыл бұрын
When my Apple Maps tells me “10 minutes to REI, traffic is light” I am spending way too much time and money at REI. But they did take the time to find shoes that actually fit my weird feet.
@bearanoia673
Жыл бұрын
Sage advice. I do agree with you on the big name outfitter stores. They do tend to sell a lot of unnecessary gadgets (smalls) that seem to target the inexperienced backpacker. In addition to the big name expensive gear, rei has their own brand of gear that is surprisingly comparable. When I first started backpacking, I bought the rei womens Flash 60 backpack for $98 and it has served me well. Almost 2 years ago I did upgrade to HMG for the weight savings of one pound but I do still like my Flash 60. 🐻
@MikeHacker
Жыл бұрын
Bear bag or bear container... Bear container=camp chair... Bear bag is lighter... Dollar tree booboo kit... Has a knife in it .. by reflectics from lowes... Instead of a air mattress... Thin but has great r value... Or a window screen from DollarTree... And a air mattress... Remember there is a tiny pump for air mattresses...
@DavidSmith-fz8ju
6 ай бұрын
I'm real big on cutting cost by getting stuff from the co-op"bring back" section. I kind of like finding things already broken in.half price on an expensive piece of equipment?well,yah!an new stuff that a close out ?45$ on a $120 stove,yes please.
@dominicbenecasa7893
Жыл бұрын
I’ve bought really good stuff and yes too much of it one thing is a spork. I use mountain house foods in the bag so after buying every utensil possible I realize all I need is along steel spork/spoon to get to the bottom of the bag.
@marcsorensen2985
Жыл бұрын
6. watching too many youtubers pontificate about gear instead of spending that time on the trail and figure it out yourself.
@heykelton
Жыл бұрын
You should change the name of your channel to: Kyle Hates Looking Into the Camera Lens Jokes jokes, great list, don't let the "status" trap get in the way of getting outside and enjoying the great outdoors y'all!
@duanehundley
Жыл бұрын
I love REI, I get my MSR fuel there.....and that's it, literally that's it.
@richbanister
Жыл бұрын
Miranda shout out!
@MirandaGoesOutside
Жыл бұрын
WOOO!
@georgemaxwell3997
Жыл бұрын
The one thing NOT to do is to fall for the current "ultralight cottage industry" spiel at the beginning. Leaky tents with heavy condensation that collapse in the wind, uncomfortable packs, hammocks and quilts that let in drafts instead of quality sleeping bags, ridiculously inefficient cooking gear, inadequate footwear that risks injuries and raingear that might result in hypothermia is just not the way to have a good chance at enjoying backpacking and living to tell about it. The prices are huge and warranties few. You are best off to go to a store like REI and get a basic set of fairly light and modestly priced items that have stood the test of time and then get out there and walk! With more experience, you might decide to opt for some of the "ultralight" fantasies if you live in a mild climate and understand better the inconvenience that they will cause as a trade-off for just a bit less weight, or you might choose to move to sturdier, more reliable gear if headed for the cold high mountains, or Alaska. To really save weight, instead watch how much food and water you carry and leave the electronics at home.
@LooseChili
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely agree with backpack last! Luckily when I first started I knew I wanted to stay as minimal as possible just because it’s how I tend to live my day to day life, so I lucked out with being able to fit all my gear in a 40L pack. Don’t regret my choice either, REI Trail 40 pack 🤣
@bensadikin9513
Ай бұрын
You cant buy the right pack on your first purchase regardless. Eventually your 'first' pack will have to adapt with your loadout - then you will find your closest truest pack. Buying gears and gadgets will come through experience and hours put in. You went for a trip, you realize you dont have one thing - you go buy it. You have a new gear, but you realize theres a better gear - you go upgrade it.
@milocross9693
Жыл бұрын
i made the first mistake SO hard, my bag was WAYYY too small for all my stuff and i felt like a bozo 😅
@dougmorales6929
Жыл бұрын
yup, same here!! First pack you ask? An 80L external frame lol I still have it but now I just use it as a big suitcase
@MikeHacker
Жыл бұрын
A it's good to have a 50-60 litter bag to start with then ajust after your first hike
@philipreasons3298
Жыл бұрын
How about a vid on; Military Surplus gear, Great Options and definitely Avoids.
@tim9324
Жыл бұрын
Rent equipment for your first time. I did and it was great.
@GoodGuyKeegan
Жыл бұрын
Cringe hikers who smoke Marlboros 🤢🤮 vs Epic Marijuana enjoyers
@MikeHacker
Жыл бұрын
Bear bells only good for Christmas hiking
@MikeHacker
Жыл бұрын
Static v air mattress or one like it with a built-in foot pump... Or a pillow pump...
@ryleeiacolucci3429
Жыл бұрын
Can someone explain the Dan Becker beef? I think it's hilarious.
@HamidRHariri
Жыл бұрын
Brilliant click bait tumbnail. But I still love REI.
@jackbarker2575
Жыл бұрын
I honestly have no idea what you have against rei. In so many videos, your thumbnail is you expressing your hate towards rei, and it just doesn’t make sense to me.
@Habersham25
Жыл бұрын
6: take cold weather and rain gear of some sort. So many people get into life threatening situations over not having this.
@nvskorpio
Жыл бұрын
No camp chair reference ?
@hugmynutus
Жыл бұрын
not including a link to the betty white photoshop is criminal
@Manzanitamystic
Жыл бұрын
I’m newish to your channel. Have you talked more about where to get gear. You named like 3 places I had no idea about 😊
@lizzaangelis3308
Жыл бұрын
I have done a lot of kayak camping and love it and I want to do backpacking the cool thing is I can use a lot of the kayak gear for backpacking though I will need to get some different items as lighter and better packability are pluses
@chrisbentleywalkingandrambling
Жыл бұрын
Bought a Sawyer Filter first. Never used it.🙄 Turns out on day hikes I can carry enough water and never needed it. Oh well.
@Jenn-RH
Жыл бұрын
Shout out to Miranda! Love her open and honest approach to the outdoors! About 3 years ago, my husband and daughter bought Osprey packs (and most of their new gear) at REI. Worked great but was fairly heavy. The following year I wanted to join them. We ordered Dutchware chameleon hammocks and HammockGear Econ top/under quilts. They liked the comfort of this setup better than the tent. We added Warbonnet silpoly Superfly tarps (on sale for $100). I also bought a ULA Circuit for myself and they were jealous of the weight savings. Cooking gadgets mostly came from REI or Sportsman’s, but we are still dialing that in. It’s expensive to outfit 1 person, let alone a family. All in all, Kyle gave some great tips here. Go for comfort and lighter weight, then upgrade when you can. It truly makes a difference.
@sydneybaldwin3514
Жыл бұрын
I can tell you as someone from the UK that you are lucky to have somewhere like REI
@damnitman3170
Жыл бұрын
The best thing that happened at REI was I met a thru hiker. And a friend of a friend who thru hiked. So they weren’t trying to sell me unnecessary gear. If your new to backpacking and your first hike is a thru hike don’t take advice from someone who just does 2 to 3 day hikes, because they don’t have the thru hike mentality. Just because it says it’s lightweight doesn’t mean it is, check the weight and shop around.
@toebeans6568
Жыл бұрын
I completely understand the point he's making about camping gear versus hiking but I have a question. My husband and I mostly camp but we want to get into hiking local Wisconsin trails. Our goal is to do this summer is 4-5 days on Ice Age trail. We both already have packs, shoes, poles, quilts and cooking/eating system made for hiking and one sleeping bag. Any advice or products out there that DO work for section hikes AND weekend campground camping? Any suggestions on things to buy, not buy?
@PaulsWanderings
Жыл бұрын
I will have you know, I bought all of my gear, as I have be hiking for quite a while, and I still bought a pack that was too small. So, now I have a 24, a 40 and a 58 liter backpack not to mention one that I don't remember the size of that I don't use because I don't like it. I bought most of my stuff at EMS and Dick's, both are in Concord, NH. REI is in North Conway and I hate going to North Conway, there is no easy way to get there and the traffic SUCKS.
@bposey69
Жыл бұрын
The Miranda pic and the Betty white pic cracked me up 🤣
@escapingmonday2501
Жыл бұрын
I have an Enlightened Equipment quilt and it's amazingly warm. I bought it with the intention of backpacking and then found out that I can't hike long distances due to knee issues.
@MikeHacker
Жыл бұрын
Agismax sleeping bag an sol escape bivy, and a tent that weighs between 1 -3.5 lbs... 1-3 person tent...
@paigerperry867
Жыл бұрын
Any tips on finding cottage vendors?
@mendyviola
Жыл бұрын
Step #1 - buy what you can comfortably carry your gear in (for me, it’s a bike trailer). It limits what you can carry. #2 - shelter trumps everything else. That includes the tent and sleep system. #3 - food/cooking/water filter systems between sites. #4 - A change of clothes, toiletries, personal hygiene. #5 - everything else like a chair. I have only one item from REI for bike packing and that’s my sleeping pad.
@chriscjjones8182
Жыл бұрын
Food is probably the biggest mistake I see. People bringing tins of food cause it's easy, sure it's a meal in a can but it's so damn heavy lol
@ericluther1872
Жыл бұрын
Some military surplus is excellent. Some of the manufacturers you see at REI sells to the military
@phoebelamb562
6 ай бұрын
like mystery ranch!
@chuckreynolds7839
Жыл бұрын
Best video yet. Hysterical
@asht.7640
Жыл бұрын
Don't ever expect the stuff you buy to be the thing that you have to use forever or be the thing that works for you bc someone said it was awesome. Companies are always improving products, or coming out with better solutions. I like to rent the big ticket items if I can get my hands on it that way to test it out before I commit to buying. Not a lot of cottage companies do that kind of thing, but it also helps you troubleshoot what works for you and what doesn't. Honestly, not everything needs to be backpacking specific. Some people might bag on me for this, but I use a little covered bowl with a lid as my "plate" that I got for my daughter when she was a toddler to keep snacks in 😂. Instead of spending $10 or more on a fancy metal container with a silicone insulator, I just use something that I already have and it honestly weighs less than some of the options available from backpacking brands in my budget (meaning the amount of money I'm willing to spend). If it's just me I'll leave that at home. But a lot of the time I'm with other people and only one or two of us need to bring a stove and pot so it's an extra I bring to make things easier for sharing. I'm totally guilty of buying my bag first but I lucked out and got the right one on the first try. But at the point in time when I did finally invest in a bag, I had already gone a few times with friends and borrowed their gear so I had an idea of what I would want and need in a pack. Now I'm on the hunt for a new one after years. (I take really good care of my gear so it tends to last and I'm cheap AF)
@KyleHatesHiking
Жыл бұрын
thanks for sharing all this! Great insight. You don't always get it right the first try
@TheForester71
Жыл бұрын
You are the one who said Nalgene bottles are too heavy 😂
@tedmccarron
Жыл бұрын
As long as you can keep your backpack not too heavy, BUY YOUR TENT AND BACKPACK FROM Z-PACKS! They are very lightweight and they are WATERPROOF! Therefore you don't need rain flies to cover them up like you do with normal backpacks and tents. This is huge! Z-Packs items are made out of cuben fiber which gives it its waterproof feature. It is more expensive than normal tents and backpacks but it's so worth it.
@MikeHacker
Жыл бұрын
I know there's no hiking at Hawaii but there should be some cool views u can show us...
@charliebrown7517
Жыл бұрын
Ever smooched a sasquatch?
@modestadventurers
Жыл бұрын
What happens in the woods stays in the woods dude 😮
@cassandralesh8536
Жыл бұрын
I'm cheap, I will never pay for overpriced gear. I make what I can and hit Academy, Walmart and Amazon for the rest
@MikeHacker
Жыл бұрын
If you buy a camping chair check the weight limits and try to buy lightweight
@jeffpeters5347
Жыл бұрын
Good list Kyle. But you totally lifted your #1 off of Dan Becker!
@elpretender1357
Жыл бұрын
I am like number 666. Also, another important one is to avoid buying gear just because it has a discount. I know for sure I was guilty of this when I was beginning, it didn't turned out well. Most discounted items in outdoors stores (that aren't clothing) are usually heavy or have trouble getting sold because people don't like the specs.
@jimdelarosa9776
Жыл бұрын
I can't hate on REI. Need as much hiking as possible. Hike everything.
@robnoodle1
Жыл бұрын
I wanted to weigh in on purchasing gear Yes buy the backpack last. And yes do not I repeat do not buy name brand expensive gear. And yes make sure it’s specifically says it is for backpacking only. BUT, as far for shopping for gear start off with either big five sporting goods or Amazon budget friendly gear. I highly recommend Teton sports gear to start off with they are reasonably priced on Amazon. Either way you’re gonna go down that rabbit hole of buying gear, so you might as well try to start off with cheap gear to find out what you like or don’t like, if you like backpacking at all
@505fastlife6
Жыл бұрын
I’m just starting to buy gear for this summer and buying Teton for two reasons. Number 1 I don’t even know if I’ll like it. Number two I have to buy gear for my wife as well. Do you have any experience with Teton sleeping bags?
@robnoodle1
Жыл бұрын
Highly recommend the Teton trailhead ultralight sleeping bag & don’t forget a sleeping pad, otherwise your sleep system will not be effective. Recommend the Klymit static v sleeping pad
@mikesalasek3603
Жыл бұрын
I have been a member of REI since the early "70" and I can say without hesitation that they are no longer a backpacking store. Sad! They carry more different water bottles than backpacks, sleeping bags or shoes in the store. GGG and Outdoor Vitals are great places to find items and there are deals out there if someone is willing to search for them.
@johnfortuna4190
Жыл бұрын
You know what ? I’ll bring my camping tent and you won’t be invited in it !!! 🤭😂🤘🏼🤘🏼
@wesleykremer3916
Жыл бұрын
I made this mistake with purchasing a 65L backpack. I am also on my third tent attempting to lighten the load and find the sweet spot.
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