Great kit, I've got the same Osprey rucksack which I really rate especially the big pouch at the back.
@WalkWithWallace
Жыл бұрын
Cheers Matt. It's a great pack for weekends away, I sapped it for the Flex Capacitor as its got more room for the bigger trips.
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
⚡ I was meant to be attempting the Cape Wrath Trail in May 2020. Gear sorted and everything booked, the Coronavirus outbreak had other ideas. Anyway this was the kit I planned to take. Hope you're all well and staying safe. 👍🏼
@maniacsqb
4 жыл бұрын
I had so many trips planned. Gutted. I'll need a holiday after all this just to go camping for a week straight 😂
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
@@maniacsqb that sounds good, I'm trying to save my leave rather than take it when working from home anyway. Got the Easter long weekend off at least.
@maniacsqb
4 жыл бұрын
@@WalkWithWallacethat makes sense. Same boat as my Mrs. I had my remaining five holiday days planned out for trips. My holiday year renews on the 1st of June so I've lost those five days. Still, think how much we will appreciate getting out after this.
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
@@maniacsqb that's a bit of a mare losing 5 days. 😔. I've just found myself with an extra 3 weeks after cancelling the CWT. Will try and carry forward 5 days to do it next year.
@kellylander2895
3 жыл бұрын
Excellent !plenty information on some light gear 👌 very helpful
@WalkWithWallace
3 жыл бұрын
Nice one, glad you found it useful. 😁
@davidbudzynski9290
Жыл бұрын
I stumbled upon your channel yesterday, and I'm binge-watching! I saw your CWT gear, but maybe you could do an update showing what you currently take on your trips? Thanks in advance!
@WalkWithWallace
Жыл бұрын
Hey David, thanks for dropping in with a comment. 😎 My gear has largely not changed since the CWT, although I'm more likely to use the Scarp 1 over the Notch and I love my quilt these days.
@benson5468
3 жыл бұрын
A pleasure to watch and no nonsense brief to the point explanation just done the pennie way and my body has told me to go lightweight so I'm doing the homework thanks for posting bren glad I've found your channel
@WalkWithWallace
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Benson, glad you found it useful. 😁 👍🏻
@KingPlastik7
4 жыл бұрын
Like the wee table, that's a good idea
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Table is ideal mate. 👍🏼 Get them from Valley and Peak.
@colinbrown8740
4 жыл бұрын
Excellent vlog Robin. I’m always amazed at what you and Murray pack into your sacks. This is a real insight into the essentials. Isolation is a wee bit better now as I compile a shopping list 👍 Many thanks
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Colin, took nearly ten years to get there. But we're never happy are we? Always tweaking. 😁 Compiling a gear wishlist and pouring over maps is a good way to spend time at the moment. Hope you're well. 👍🏼
@overthescottishhill5687
3 жыл бұрын
Really good tip re the sit mat between sore knees. I did part of the CWT in October and had to use spare clothes wrapped up!! I’ll be paying Decathlon a visit. Thanks
@WalkWithWallace
3 жыл бұрын
Cheers Debbie. I use a proper leg pillow in the house. But missed having something on camping trips, either this or a second blow up pillow. 👍🏻
@ClaireIona
4 жыл бұрын
What a very helpful video! There’s so much great information! 😁💖
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Claire. 😊
@stevesdaysoff2759
4 жыл бұрын
Good video Robin. I really enjoy looking at people's gear ( camping gear) lol 🤣. It also helps to see what not to take. Thanks and stay safe Steve 👍
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
I'm the same, really nosey. Plus you always pick up tips or end up looking at gear you don't need. 😄
@mow-zr6ni
4 жыл бұрын
Agree about the synmat in term of slippery nature. Feel for you on cape wrath, I’ve done it and you won’t be disappointed when you get the chance to do it. I’m hanging in the balance as hoping to do Cambrian way in mid July. Fingers crossed for anyone planning a trip
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Ive also got an Alpkit Numo that has vertical baffles too, the slightest slope and its like a kiddy's chute it's that slippy. 😁 Hopefully next May for the CWT. Fingers crossed you get on the Cambrian Way this year, I'll do more shorter trips this year. Take care and thanks for watching.
@WalksWithOlly
4 жыл бұрын
I'm always impressed by how good you are at keeping that base weight down. Have you thought of doing a separate video on that SOS locator device? I've heard of them but don't know an awful lot. All the best and stay safe.
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Cheers Olly, it's funny how you mention that. I did talk a lot about it in my last wild camp video, but the video was over 20 minutes long and edited it all out and concentrated on the Alpkit Kloke bivvy bag instead. I may do one as they're great devices, but I'm cancelling the subscription until the CV-19 crisis is over. Hope all is well with you mate. 👍🏼
@WyeExplorer
4 жыл бұрын
A really good run through Robin - enjoyed the slides to. I liked the speedster setup - I may get some things from him and the Dauce. Handy bit of gear. I've always used a stick but I think a trowel is a little better. Good going. All the best. Mark
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Cheers Mark, I think I've reached the point where I'm happy now. But we always tinker, don't we. 😁 Speedster Stoves are brilliant, far cheaper and more environmentally friendly. Stormin Norman do a similar stove. The little poo trowel is good. Trying to ditch toilet roll in favour of sphagnum moss.
@stonestreaker
4 жыл бұрын
Liked the fork 'n' knife gag!
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
That wasn't meant. 😄
@mikedowning4603
4 жыл бұрын
Hello Robin - as ever a good helpful video thanks. Really like the look of your SMD Lunar Solo but there's two of us plus two dogs so I think we'll have to stick with our Aluxe F6! We've gone for Cumulus 450 quilts and based on 2 nights (Covid garden) camping we're very impressed. I've also taken your tip with the Helium pillow - marvellous especially for the price. I use it under my head with another pillow to read on my back then put it under my feet when i turn onto my side to sleep as this alleviates sore hip bone! Cheers Mike
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Mike, thanks for the comment. Aye the Lunar Solo is probably a bit wee for your needs. I've been considering a quilt for some time now, but can't bring myself to pulling the trigger on a purchase (yet). The pillow is excellent, worth the extra weight for the comfort. Cheers Robin
@jarr1520
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the rundown of equipment!
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks John. Anything there you liked the look of?
@chrissaunders4626
Жыл бұрын
Great video, very helpful. Just ordered the exped synmat on the back of this. Trying to get the weight down as much as possible. Hoping to get the Fisherfields and the munro's on the south side of loch mullardoch soon. Defo don't want to be carrying any more weight than i need to 😂👍
@WalkWithWallace
Жыл бұрын
Cheers Chris, the Exped SynMat is still my go to mat for 3 season use. You'll love Fisherfield mate. I'm hoping to do the Glen Affric Munros again soon. 😁 👍🏼
@chrissaunders4626
Жыл бұрын
@Walk With Wallace 👣 Don't think it's the exact same mat, I'm wondering if yours has maybe been discontinued. It is very similar though, think its the honeycomb design that's missing. Looking forward to the fisherfields mate just waiting for it to warm up a bit more, hoping early may! Good luck with the glen affric munro's aswell 👍 iv done the 2, Tom a'choinich & Toll Creagach, its just the other 6 to go, need to decide on my route still 🤔 what route are you thinking for them?
@WalkWithWallace
Жыл бұрын
@@chrissaunders4626 mines is the SynMat HL M, so tapers towards the feet. Think you can still get it.
@gainesy_walks
4 жыл бұрын
Always interesting these what's in my bag vid. Thanks for sharing, David
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
I'm quite partial to watching these type of of videos too. 😁
@gainesy_walks
4 жыл бұрын
@@WalkWithWallace I've learned shed loads from em. Just kept chipping away changing stuff and I've kept toying with an alcohol stove, only ever used gas. I'm going to check out that site you use looks interesting. Cheers
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
@@gainesy_walks there's only one disadvantage with alcohol burners, they're slow. If you don't mind a longer boil time then I'd recommend getting one. The advantages are cheap to buy and run and ultra light. Speedster Stoves is cottage industry too. 😁
@MUNROSnCORBETTS
4 жыл бұрын
Nice one Robin very frustrating that we are not able to go out and use the gear. Speaking off gear, When you tally up how much is bought over the years it's a fair amount of dough!
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
It is Pete and the weather has been decent too, why did this not happen in Jan and Feb with all the storms. 😬 I added it up once years ago and it was creeping up to 3k. 👀 I sell stuff that doesn't get used, but even still. Wouldn't want to add up fuel BTW ⛽.
@ScoutManSteve
4 жыл бұрын
Wow that's a light setup, the lightest I have ever done was a 10 kg hammock setup with 2L of water. I ended getting the lanshan 1 over the six moons tent in the end ready for the summer in Dartmoor (hopefully). Thanks for sharing 👍
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
I don't think I'll get much lighter now. Happy with that. The sure the Lanshan will do you proud Steve. 👍🏼
@evilnine5307
4 жыл бұрын
Good to find another Speedster Stoves user 👍 Pity about missing out on CWT this year it looks stunning landscape to hike through.
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Good stoves aren't they. That's been a few years now. What did you think of the cut down version? Yeah, hopefully this time next year for the CWT. 🤞🏼
@evilnine5307
4 жыл бұрын
@@WalkWithWallace Your whole cook system looks dialed in & from my own experience i know how simple & practical it is . I use the 20ml stove with a 450ml Ti mug & lid & that combo works well 4 me with hot drinks & cooking noodles . I prefer alcohol over gas cause coz i know how much i am using per meal/drink & how much to take. Plus the noise of gas burners is just too loud for me .
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
@@evilnine5307 nail on the head mate, the only thing I'd add is it's more environmentally friendly. Don't end up with loads of gas empties that you can't recycle any where. My only gripe was I couldn't fit the wind shield in the pot, so Gary made me a small one that does. I haven't noticed any difference in efficiency.
@evilnine5307
4 жыл бұрын
@@WalkWithWallace The windshield mod keeps it packable it's also nice & snug fitting for good efficiency and still gives you a small footprint for your system.All you kit looks good and well thought out. Re. Gas canisters i found this routine works for me and saves a few £££'s I buy a multipack of the A4 (en417) 220g cans and use them to refill my small 100g ' camping gas ' can using a small brass adapter www.ebay.co.uk/itm/CylinderFilling-Butane-Canister-Gas-Refill-Adapter-Copper-Outdoor-Camping-uaCRFJ/143582736629?hash=item216e32b0f5:g:o08AAOSwsftcIhrR I place the camping gas can in freezer for 30 mins to get it very cold ( this helps when refilling ) and refill the camping gas from the A4 can using the adaptor . I do this outdoors and away from flames / electrical sparks etc. I find doing this saves wasting gas and cans with a few % remaining in them as you always can empty the A4 can fully . Apologies for the long post 😁
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
@@evilnine5307 haha, no problem. That's a nifty little device. I've banked that in my watched items. Cheers 👍🏻
@OldBumOnABike
4 жыл бұрын
I have a Sea to Summit Ultralight Insulated sleep mat with pump sack. I love it and had it for 5 years, however I just bought a new inflatable pad. But I have to blow it up by mouth. I found on cooler nights because of the warmer breath it deflates a bit where the Sea to Summit doesn't. Water is an issue here where I live, I have to carry plenty sometimes, 7.5 litres the other week...phew! Cheers mate 👍
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
I sometimes think the pump sacks are a bit gimmicky, I need to use mine as a pack liner so it has two uses. 7.5l of water!! 🤯
@OldBumOnABike
4 жыл бұрын
@@WalkWithWallace I find it easy enough, plus it doubles as a dry bag as well, so all my bedding packs in it. Yes I went for 2 nights on the coast. No fresh water sources. I was glad by day 2...plus walking in soft sand a lot of the way...
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
@@OldBumOnABike you'll need less clothing or does it get cold at nights?
@OldBumOnABike
4 жыл бұрын
@@WalkWithWallace its warming up now. But we only get down around 5°c in winter. Sometimes a little lower out of town. It's warming up now coming into spring. So not really any need for winter clothing. But I only take minimal clothing anyway. I'm heading off on a 5 day trek next week. Looking forward to that. Each walkers camp has water so I only need about 3 lt per day. If I go west into the bush there's usually water sources around. The Sawyer filter lives in the pack. Its only on the coast as most creeks are tidal.
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
@@OldBumOnABike totally different climate than what I'm used to. I'll get over to Oz one day. I have an old school friend in Perth.
@janiebuchanan9817
4 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed watching as usual! 👍
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Janie. 😁
@NameisLeon
4 жыл бұрын
Nice setup. I’m always battling to keep the weight down. Shame we can’t get out with all this decent weather, but will be well happy when I do eventually. Hope you’re staying safe. Cheers
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Leon, I'm happy with that now, I'll still tinker, but if I want to lose another kilo or so , it'll cost £££. Can get obsessive. Hopefully we see some of the summer or late Spring, it's tough going eh. Stay safe mate. Cheers Robin
@NameisLeon
4 жыл бұрын
Walk With Wallace 👣 yeah it can become all consuming, and very expensive! I’ve managed to sort out most of my kit on a pretty small budget, but could do with spending a bit for a couple real quality things. Hopefully this madness passes soon without too many people being badly affected, but I don’t fancy the chances. Take it easy. Cheers
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
@@NameisLeon I can see another 3 week lockdown being announced later today. 🤔 Needs must I guess.
@DaveGoodman1959
4 жыл бұрын
Nice and simple kit. Great stay well and I hope you get to do the CWT soon.
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Cheers Dave, I'll attempt the CWT next Spring now. Unless something miraculous changes. Take care and stay safe mate. 👍🏼
@thebackingpackinggeordie
4 жыл бұрын
Great info. Going to start saving for that sleeping bag
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Cheers mate. 😁 👌🏼 Hope you like the sleeping bag when you get it.
@RS.Outdoors
4 жыл бұрын
Nice setup Rob, just waiting on Terry popping along ;) Need to have a look through my setup as a lot of it has changed recently and not sure how much it all comes in at. Stay safe and Atb.
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Haha, aye he hates us outdoor knobbers. 😆 Your kit would have changed a lot since we were last out at the Praying Hands.
@Nabagabo22
4 жыл бұрын
Rob, excellent breakdown of your gear - thanks! Just a general comment - I find wind shirts are worth their weight in gold - not waterproof but the fabric weave is tight enough to stop the wind yet is very highly breathable - mine's a Buffalo wind shirt with front map chest pocket, but Montane do a minimalist version as well. I wear mine when I want an extra layer - windy but dry, keeping my rain jacket in tip top condition only for rainy conditions (DWP layer and laminate pores kept clean). Keep up the good work!
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Cheers Steve, funny how you mention wind shirts. I bought one since making this video. £18 from Decathlon, doesn't weigh much more than 100g and stuffs into its own pocket. Makes a huge difference to keep warm even if there's a slight chilly breeze.
@trytheoutdoors
2 жыл бұрын
Brilliant review. What is the windshield from Decathlon for £18? I often go in but I've not noticed that.
@OntarioHikingTrails
4 жыл бұрын
Love the gear review and the Osprey backpack
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks OTH, it's a good pack despite those 2 minor issues I touched on.
@mediasubway
4 жыл бұрын
Looks good Robin. Those Garmin satellite communicators are real handy. I have the Delorme InReach Explorer which was the company that initially made the InReach before Garmin bought them over - I was able to get it a bit cheaper since it was discontinued stock and to my surprise it came with a GoalZero solar panel and battery bank. Generally I don't use the InReach much but for trips like the Cape Wrath Trail it certainly provides peace of mind. I only ever pay the subscription for the month that I need it - it still functions as a good GPS unit even when not subscribed to the messaging service and SOS coverage. The only thing I don't like about it is that the GPS reads in Longitude & Latitude, whereas I'd much rather have an OS grid ref. Take care. Stay safe brother.
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Nail on the head about the GPS, the fact you can't get OSGR is frustrating and a bit of a flaw from Garmin in my opinion. Nicola loves that she knows exactly where I am when I ping her one of 3 preset messages. Hope you're well mate, seen your Tweet, hope your work are playing ball? Look forward to a bothy trip with you and Raymond when this is all over.
@mediasubway
4 жыл бұрын
@@WalkWithWallace Yeah, my old Garmin used to have OSGR. Very annoying, although I can always just use an app on my phone. I'm signed off work at the moment with stress. I'm not the only one. If they just put logical solutions in place I would have no problem going in, but I'm not risking my life unnecessarily. Man, I look forward to that bothy when this is over. Will be nice to be able to feel normal again. Socialising via Skype at the moment. Not quite the same as meeting up for a pint with your buddies, although the same amount of crap is talked.
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
@@mediasubway yeah my basic Garmin Etrex 10 has OSGRs. What I don't get is the InReach Mini has the option to select GB OS Datum, but the numbers displayed don't correspond with anything. Got OS Gridref and Viewranger on the phone, so not a showstopper. Take care of your mental health mate, that's important. Get out for a local leg stretch. Shame you can't get a night away at the woodland place we went to.
@liamnairn9614
4 жыл бұрын
Hey, Great video recently been looking into wild camping and planned to camp the west highland way later this year! these videos are really helpful!
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Nice one Liam, glad you found it useful. Many days are you hoping to do the WHW over?
@liamnairn9614
4 жыл бұрын
@@WalkWithWallace I am hoping to do it over 5 days, but depending on my timing and weather I may summit camp atop Buachaille Etive Mor!
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
@@liamnairn9614 we done it over 5 days. I'd do it over 6 next time as it gives you one big day doing it over 5. Camp on the Buachaille would be stunning. 👌🏼
@liamnairn9614
4 жыл бұрын
@@WalkWithWallace Thanks, I'll definitely bare that in mind when I come to finalising the plans for my schedule and days! hoping the weather is on my side of a summit camp, waking to a sunrise on that view would be amazing!
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
@@liamnairn9614 we walked Milngavie to Rowardennan on day 1. 27 miles boom on the first day and one of the girls in the group dropped out. Hubby picked her up at the hostel. We should have stopped in Balmaha. 😁 The WHW is good fun, you tend to meet the same people and build up a repore with them.
@northeastwildcamper
4 жыл бұрын
Great vid mate great set up 🙂👍
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Cheers Bryan, you thinking of switching to an alcohol burner?
@northeastwildcamper
4 жыл бұрын
@@WalkWithWallace well I run 5 different gas stoves so probably not switch mate 😉
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
@@northeastwildcamper 😂 fair play.
@BASHADweller
4 жыл бұрын
Nice lightweight kit Robin. I should be walking Wainwrights Coast to Coast right now, so I feel your pain not being able to do the Cape Wrath Trail. As soon as I can I will be walking it though and you I hope you do too. I'll be following your journey closely when you do as that trail is also on my radar for the future. Thanks for sharing and stay safe. Atb Shaun
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your comment Shaun, sadly it slipped through the net, sorry I didn't reply sooner.
@BASHADweller
4 жыл бұрын
@@WalkWithWallace Better late than never mate. Atb Shaun
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
@@BASHADweller just discovered that you can filter comments on the computer that you haven't responded to. Worth a look mate. 👍🏻
@acnud
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your knowledge 👍
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Duncan, hope you found it useful.
@alistairthow1384
4 жыл бұрын
You could do the cape wrath trail round your back door,just like the guy who climbed everest on his house stairs. Mind and take your wee shovel with you.
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
I suppose I'd have no dodgy river crossings doing that. 😁
@RODPIKERDRONESUK
4 жыл бұрын
Very nice indeed thanks for sharing cheers take care and stay safe 👍
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Rod and you too. 👍🏼
@aljotartan32
4 жыл бұрын
Nice wee stove set up. I was meaning to ask about that. Might be good to do food stuff for overnight and longer trips
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
I've been using bioethanol fuel for a while now, it's a bit slow to boil when compared to a pocket gas stove. However it's cheap as chips to buy, including the fuel. £7 for 2l in B&Q and I use roughly 80ml per night away. Good for cooking as it won't burn as quick and you can get a simmer ring.
@DesGreene
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for that. I'd be interested to see how your Talon 33 kit goes together. I've been putting a compact overnighter setup together around the Stratos 36 and picked up some good tips from this video.
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Des, good to hear you found that useful. The kit in this video would fit in the Talon 33 too, I just wouldn't have as much space for food on a multi day hike. My early video I made a few years ago, I pack everything into a Talon 33. kzitem.info/news/bejne/x66dnntqaoF3e3Y
@DesGreene
4 жыл бұрын
@@WalkWithWallace Ah great, I'll dig out the Talon video. Thanks - just subbed.
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
@@DesGreene thanks Des, hope the audio is okay on that one. It was a while back. 😁
@anthonypayne1
4 жыл бұрын
Nice selection of lightweight gear Robin, but I’m sticking with my coffee table! 😉
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Cheers Anthony. We're all allowed one luxury. ☕ 😁
@Smokdeel
3 жыл бұрын
Great video.What boots you would recommend for autumn walks in UK?
@WalkWithWallace
3 жыл бұрын
It's difficult to recommend boots to someone, because what works with me, may not for you. I always suggest going into a shop and trying as many pairs on as possible to see what fits you best. You can then maybe watch/read some reviews before taking the plunge.
@Smokdeel
3 жыл бұрын
@@WalkWithWallace Make sense.Thanks!
@ScottishMountainGoat
4 жыл бұрын
Nice one Robin, great info from a wild camping ninja. Hope the Cape wrath trail is on the cards later in the year for ya! 😀
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Alright Chris, how ya keeping mate? Next May for the CWT. 👍🏻
@ScottishMountainGoat
4 жыл бұрын
@@WalkWithWallace Not bad man thanks, yourself? Really missing the hills now like! Hopefully not long till we get back! Nice one for next may, look forward to the vids! 😉
@ScottishMountainGoat
4 жыл бұрын
Actually I got a gear related question! How do you find the 45l volume wise? Is it easy enough to fit all your kit in? I struggle to get all my stuff in the 45l osprey talon so was thinking I might need a levity 60
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
@@ScottishMountainGoat I get on fine with a 45l pack, my set up in this video leaves me plenty room for food and vlog stuff, but it very much depends on how bulky your gear is. If you're tent, sleeping bag and mat are big and bulky then you will struggle to get everything in a 45l. Ideally your tent would be no heavier than 1.5kg, sleeping bag under 1kg and your mat around 500g. Everything else should fall into place once you dial in those items. Are you taking a lot of camera kit with you too? 🤔
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
@@ScottishMountainGoat I might get out into the Pentlands this weekend, seeing as the restrictions have been relaxed a tad. But missing the big hills too mate.
@sadellaschackert1484
3 жыл бұрын
Your pack should have a whistle/buckle on the chest strap, so you could leave your whistle at home maybe?
@WalkWithWallace
3 жыл бұрын
The whistle is seriously loud, much louder then the whistle on a chest strap. For the negligible weight, it's probably worth taking.
@guitarhiker4449
4 жыл бұрын
Awesome pack and the pillow is really nice wonder if i can get it in the states? Thanks for sharing nice setup! Hike on!
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks GH444, there is lighter pillows, but it is comfortable. Decathlon is a European shop, not sure if they've branched out to the states yet? 🤔
@guitarhiker4449
4 жыл бұрын
@@WalkWithWallace Thanks for response! Yeah i will take comfort over weight at this point. Haven't found the right pillow for me yet maybe this one is it! Thanks! Best of luck on all your trips!
@belerephone2000
4 жыл бұрын
Top job. Thank you !
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Cheers, I appreciate the comment and hope you found it useful. 😁
@StoatingaboutScotland
3 жыл бұрын
Just bought the montane prism gloves for 35 quid, bit pricey but they look like good gloves for sitting aroung camp at night with that wind chill u get up the mountains
@WalkWithWallace
3 жыл бұрын
I can't really fault them, use them year round. Perhaps durability is a small issue, a hole has appeared in one of my gloves after 3 years. Guess that's the trade off light weight and packable.
@StoatingaboutScotland
3 жыл бұрын
@@WalkWithWallace 3 years is decent for a pair of gloves.i look forward to using them. Thanks robin I value your opinion because you know what your talking about and have plenty experience when it comes to munroe bagging/hiking and camping. So much so i bought the montane terra pants last month after seeing youre review of them.im mainly trespass and regatta but with some things u defo pay for the quality. Stay safe brother ⛰️🏴🏕️
@WalkWithWallace
3 жыл бұрын
@@StoatingaboutScotland cheers JayJay, the Terra pants are excellent, my first pair lasted 8 years and would have been longer if they didn't catch a protruding nail. 😔
@StoatingaboutScotland
3 жыл бұрын
@@WalkWithWallace wow mate they trousers mustv seen some good views, with all the mountains you have climbed in those years. I woulda framed them 😂 looking forward to using these aswell. The decathlons forclaz range is pretty decent too robin, iv bought the orange trek trousers and the grey modular trousers, both 25 quid each and a canny fault them. My next decathlon purchase is that helium pillow😁
@WalkWithWallace
3 жыл бұрын
@@StoatingaboutScotland I've got the shorts version of the Forclaz trousers and I like them too. My one complaint with Decathlon is the sizing for the clothes. They're a bit funny. Medium can be too tight and large too big. The pillow is decent though.
@AGirlGoneWild
4 жыл бұрын
That was great very informative .Nice and simple.Atb Ana
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ana, hope you're well and stay safe. 👍🏼
@AGirlGoneWild
4 жыл бұрын
@@WalkWithWallace all good thanks👍
@amacmedia3221
4 жыл бұрын
Very helpful. What tent would you recommend for camping up north, Sutherland when hiking and overnight camping(October through to March)
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Cheers mate. If money is no object, I'd be getting a Hilleberg Soulo for winter.
@trytheoutdoors
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Robin You've mentioned else where your recent windshirt from Decathlon. £18 and 100g. Whenever I go in there all I see are things that resemble plastic bags- no breathability . Would you let us know what works for you...even it is one of the 'plastic bags' which I may be guilty of misjudging 🤣
@WalkWithWallace
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Imran, the Decathlon effort is fine to be honest. I only use it when I stop though as you will sweat in most windshirts once moving and warmed up again. I've had the Montane and Patagonia shirts in the past and they were the same.
@trytheoutdoors
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the quick reply. I'm Iin the store now. Am I wrong in thinking that there's a lightweight, breathable and showerproof windshirt out there that will take the edge off wind and stops the need to get the final defence of a hard-shell rain coat when it starts to shower?
@WalkWithWallace
2 жыл бұрын
@@trytheoutdoors I'm not sure mate, I'm out on the trail at the moment so can't check.
@WalkWithWallace
2 жыл бұрын
@@trytheoutdoors how did you get on mate?
@trytheoutdoors
2 жыл бұрын
Sorry..I didn't want to disturb you on trail. I was just wondering if generally there is a breathable, light weight, showerproof ....and affordable... windshirt on the market. I love Decathlon but it doesn't look like they have anything as described. I have come across the Rabb borealis....perhaps that would work. Otherwise I'll stick to my current set up: base layer, micro fleece, ( synthetic puffy in reserve) and Berghaus packlight rain shell which I also use as a wind shield but it's not very breathable (no pit zips). . I'm looking for a better light weight rain shell to replace it eg the montbell versalite?? Things are so expensive (hence my love for budget Decathlon). I've been struggling to find a good second hand gear spot. Thanks for all your efforts - your channel is full of really helpful tips. :)
@ScotsWildcamper
4 жыл бұрын
Cape wrath trail that would have been great, next year you do it. You sure that tent hold up in a gale Robin? Incredibly light my front pack weights about 3kg, I usually have 20kg+ for a camp. I do make an effort to lighten it for a munro summit camp to 15-20kg max .I used a quilt last year it was fine for 2 seasons. ATB.
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Aye, I'll do it next year Eddie. Weird because I've been putting it off, and 2020 was the year and now I actually have an excuse. It's not a Soulo, but definitely a capable tent for windier conditions. That'll include your camera gear too I'd imagine. Wouldn't mind seeing your kit breakdown as your packs look big in your videos.
@ianlockhartphotography3072
4 жыл бұрын
Superb 😊
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Cheers Ian. 😁
@FreestyleGGD
4 жыл бұрын
Would you rate the Six Moon Designs higher the Trekkertent Stealth 1/1.5? I’m looking for a good ultralight tent for the UK conditions.
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
I replied to your first comment, but just in case there was a blip on KZitem: Yeah, I didn't get on with the Trekkertent, found it quite fiddly to pitch and flappy in the wind. I'm keeping my Lunar Solo as I like it a lot.
@giancarlo.balducci
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Wallace, again a question: which is the maximum weight you carried whit this rucksack? The owner's manual tells the load range is 5/20 lb, 2/9 kg but for me it's too little! I need to carry water, food... and I'm not sure this sack is right for me or I have to find one more tough, to carry more weight... Thank you for your help!
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
I've had up to 12kg in the pack, 4kg of that was food. I felt that weight was pushing it to the limit as 10kg is the recommended guidance.
@Kev_Russ
4 жыл бұрын
Nice wee video Rab. Prob similar tae my base weight 😉 well no far oaf it. 😏
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Haha, cheers chief. I reckon you carry a few more jaikits that me. 😉
@davidcressey
3 жыл бұрын
I hated that pack that much i bought it off you! 😂
@WalkWithWallace
3 жыл бұрын
😂 Haha.
@jamesbell6889
4 жыл бұрын
Nice one Robin, good kit overview there. I'm pretty sure you're a road cyclist at heart with your low weight obsession :-)
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Haha, honestly I'm not a road cyclist. 😂
@jamesbell6889
4 жыл бұрын
@@WalkWithWallace funnily enough I weigh my bike products in the shop but never really show the same dedication to my hiking gear. Never weighed my pack but seems a good lockdown activity 😂. What's your total pack weight excluding food and water?
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
@@jamesbell6889 haha, I'm the other way around. Just shy of 6.5kg on my luggage scales. You'll need to report back. 🤔
@joshrichardson2071
4 жыл бұрын
I've been deliberating getting a Lunar Solo for the past few weeks, main thing that's stopped me is that most of the review content is U.S. based. Been great to see a lot of content from you using the kit in real British weather! My own plans to hike the Skye trail were scuppered due to the outbreak too - with plans to venture up in future, would you recommend the Lunar Solo for Scottish camping - particularly on Skye? Does it hold up to the winds well, is it warm enough and is the condensation really as much of a killer as people say? Also, I'm 6'2", due to which I've had to take the Lanshan off the cards, would you say the lunar solo is a decent enough length for someone of that height. Cheers!
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Josh, It's a fantastic little tent, I've not had it out in winds over 30mph. But it stood up well, albeit a tad noisy. Condensation wise, I've had one really bad night, zero breeze and around freezing and there was a lot of condensation in the morning. Didn't soak my sleeping bag though. I sometimes pack a J cloth to wipe down moisture. As for warmth, I'm used to an open tarp, but I like single skin shelters. I picked the Lunar Solo over the Trailstar for the Cape Wrath Trail as its smaller for getting into tighter pitches and has the no see um bug net. I wouldn't hesitate taking it on the Skye Trail. You're 4" taller than me, I easily have 4" above my head and below my feet. You may want to add a further guyline at the side where your head is to lift the flysheet further away from your face. Hope that helps, any other questions, let me know.
@joshrichardson2071
4 жыл бұрын
@@WalkWithWallace brilliant, cheers for the reply. I reckon I'll get one ordered and see how well I fit!
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
@@joshrichardson2071 let me know how you on mate. 👍🏻
@watsfa1228
4 жыл бұрын
good wee vid thanks man. hope you still gonna get away.
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Cheers mate, I'll get a few shorter trips in this year. Hopefully get a stab at the CWT next year.
@bivboy10
4 жыл бұрын
Mint pal 👌
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Cheers mucker. 👍🏼
@FreestyleGGD
4 жыл бұрын
Would you rate the Six Moon Designs tent higher than the Trekkertent Stealth 1/1.5?
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Absolutely yes, I never got on with the Trekkertent. The SMD Lunar Solo on the otherhand is a keeper.
@ootnboots
4 жыл бұрын
Nice wee video , a decent base weight Robin
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
What you reckon your base weight will be when you get your new gear?
@ootnboots
4 жыл бұрын
@@WalkWithWallace I actually counted it up on my last trip at work it was roughly 5kg if i remember right, a big difference from what i was carrying Robin ...Once it arrives i will weigh it all ...
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
@@ootnboots decent Stevie. The rucksack and tarp set up will make a huge difference.
@ootnboots
4 жыл бұрын
@@WalkWithWallace My new backpack, shelter, cooking system and sleeping bag all in is lighter than the Soulo
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
@@ootnboots 😁 what cooking set up did you get?
@jaknapton1845
4 жыл бұрын
Do you find the tent to have too much condensation? Looking to buy this for UK highlands and DofE use myself.
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
I got hit once with really bad condensation, it was a windless night at around 0°c. It definitely needs a breeze to keep the condensation down to the minimum, a breeze usually isn't a problem in the Highlands. I sometimes pack a J-cloth to wipe down moisture.
@FunsizedEarthling
4 жыл бұрын
Tidy kit, Robin! Took away some neat ideas there. What does R value mean? :D Cheers, Mari
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Cheers Mari, R value is a measurement of the mat's ability to prevent heat loss, basically its insulation properties. 😁
@CamHikes
4 жыл бұрын
Haha Robin where you exactly are you “ready to go”? Your hoos? 😋 it’s a nice set up you have! I don’t do stuff sacks but that’s a personal choice.
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
1,042 laps of the garden. 😉 I was actually hoping to see a similar video from your goodself, as you dialled down your kit to 5.5kg if I remember correctly? 🤔 What do you use in place of stuff sacks?
@CamHikes
4 жыл бұрын
@@WalkWithWallace AH, that's more than I've done in my weekly exercise! Yes, perhaps I should do one. I don't really use anything, just have it all in there :)
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
@@CamHikes you've been busy making masks. 😷
@CamHikes
4 жыл бұрын
@@WalkWithWallace Pretty much! I've found the focus on continue editing my GR10 videos so will publish these first :) Happy Easter!
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
@@CamHikes that makes sense and happy easter to you too Camille. 😊
@BorderRambler
4 жыл бұрын
Any tips on losing pack weight lol , i think you have it sorted Robin . I have been looking for a smaller pack myself because the bigger the bag the more you bring I reckon ... I like the look of the levity but no hip pockets or stretchy front pocket puts me off . I reckon I could go less than 40l pack ?? we just need to get "back oot" as the marra below would say . atb Dave
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
I get away with the Osprey Talon 33 for one nighters, I find they are generous with volume ratings too. I had the Talon 33 with me on the last trip and the drone took up a bit of room too. The Levity is good mind though, if those two issues I addressed on are not deal breakers.
@BorderRambler
4 жыл бұрын
@@WalkWithWallace talon 33 , I need to have a look then . Is it shown in some of your previous camps ?
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
@@BorderRambler my last Pentlands camp before lockdown I used it and on my very first gear video, I pile into the Talon 33. Capable packs, I sold my old one and instantly regretted and got a 2nd hand one on ebay for £45.
@giancarlo.balducci
4 жыл бұрын
Nice and interesting video, thank you! A question: do you think I can carry an ice axe in the buttonhole down in the outside of this backpack?
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Cheers Giancarlo. I took this pack on a winter trip back in January, only to discover there was no ice axe loop. I put the axe under the lid of the rucksack which worked. Not sure what you mean by the buttonhole? I think for future trips, I'll maybe attach some straps to the rear of the pack as there's lots of loops on the Levity for attaching things. Hope this helps.
@giancarlo.balducci
4 жыл бұрын
@@WalkWithWallace Yes, you help me! I'm sorry for my English language, about "buttonhole" I wanted to mean the loop. I would like to buy this rucksack to walk some multi days excursions on high mountains too, so to have this loop can be helpful. I can see one, blue color, down in the left, but may be it's too weak for this use. Better to use the "daisy chain" (you use this word?), placing a loop down. Have a good hiking! :-)
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
@@giancarlo.balducci I understand now, thanks. The blue loops (6 in total on each side) on the rucksack don't feel weak, in fact quite sturdy and I'd trust them to hold an ice axe head. You could use a karabiner clip to hold the head of the axe. It's where you'd clip/tie the handle to next I'm not sure about? 🤔 Maybe adding a loop to one of the strap fasteners.
@giancarlo.balducci
4 жыл бұрын
@@WalkWithWallace I think we can use the lower ring of the daisy chain for the head of the axe, and use a piece of elastic rope for the handle in the upper ring or in the lid, something like in this video: kzitem.info/news/bejne/zqOMl22waZSoeKA
@Richmc1981
4 жыл бұрын
Hello Robin.i cant decide between the levity 45, talon 44 and exos 48. Like the look of the levity but what would you say is your issues with it, I'm thinking the talon might be the winner. Cheers mate Keep up the good work Rich
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
The Levity will carry the load better than the Talon, as I believe the Talon doesn't have a frame. The Exos has more pockets/compartments than the Levity, but is heavier, but not by much. If weight is important, I'd say the Levity, otherwise I'd say the Exos. The only thing I miss is hip pockets and wish the front pouch was more stretchy.
@Richmc1981
4 жыл бұрын
@@WalkWithWallace cheers Robin, it's all about compromises, go outdoors has the levity on sale for 135 at the moment, we will see what I get
@Richmc1981
4 жыл бұрын
I just checked the talon and it does seem to have a frame, the only one in the talon series with a frame, more to think about arghhh
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
@@Richmc1981 that's tempting, but Exos is at a decent price, £113 on Webtogs at the moment. Decisions, decisions. Both good packs, comfortable and carry the load well. 😁
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
@@Richmc1981 are you sure? I thought the Talon series, including the 44 only has a back panel to keep its shape? 🤔 The Exos & Levity are still better packs in my humble opinion.
@malcolmnash5850
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the Links but £125 for a Air Bed !! But then again I have had Vango's that have leaked in no time, lol.
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Shop around, you might get it cheaper. I've got cheaper mats like the Alpkit Cloudbase, but the insulation isn't the same. I think it's worth spending a bit more for a good night's sleep.
@simonkelly8354
4 жыл бұрын
Hello thanks always appreciate a good gear loadout🙂 could I ask re the cumulus bag. I'm assuming it's not Hydrophobic down from cumulus. Have you ever had any bother with the loft in the damp or with condensation. Thanks👍
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Simon, it's not hydrophobic bag unfortunately as that's a relatively new feature. But *touches wood* I've never had any issues with losing loft due to damp/condensation. Carrying a J-cloth is excellent for wiping condensation down or cleaning pots etc.
@simonkelly8354
4 жыл бұрын
@@WalkWithWallace thanks I'm just considering pulling the trigger on a cumulus panyam 450🙂
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
@@simonkelly8354 I'm intrigued, going to take a look. 😆
@simonkelly8354
4 жыл бұрын
@@WalkWithWallace don't buy the last one lol
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
@@simonkelly8354 😂 I've had a look. It's too similar to my current Cumulus bag to make it viable.
@AndyWardle
4 жыл бұрын
Before I watch this you’re getting a thumbs down 👎🏻 if there’s not 6 cans of beer minimum 😂
@AndyWardle
4 жыл бұрын
6.5 kgs. My beer weighs that 😂 I need to shed. I nearly bought a levity pack but the lack of hip belts put me off. Good layout. And decent kit Hope you’re staying well mate. Soon be back out. 👍
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
@@AndyWardle 😂 😂 I never included the hipflask or a couple of tinnies.
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
I'm good mate, hope you're too and see you on the other side of this madness.
@AndyWardle
4 жыл бұрын
Walk With Wallace 👣 cracking up like 😂
@ScotsWildcamper
4 жыл бұрын
@@AndyWardle My 125l rucksack weighs 4.5kg empty lol. I don't take alot of cans otherwise I'd be looking at 30kg.... 33kg my heaviest pack for a 2 nighter.
@malcolmnash5850
4 жыл бұрын
45 L Bag !! Just goes to show what modern materials can be compressed to.
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Won't last half as long, but it does make life easier. 😁
@HaroldGoodfortune
4 жыл бұрын
So invaluable. Make sure you get a cut from all those dudes. 🍻
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Harold, if only, maybe one day.
@Ashysand
4 жыл бұрын
Realy good information. However the music got on my nerves
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Glad the information was of use and I'll take on board what you say about the music too. Cheers. 👍🏻
@Ashysand
4 жыл бұрын
Walk With Wallace I was not trying to be nasty I just kept pausing the video as I thought my phone was ringing. God bless.
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
@@Ashysand haha, no not taken as nasty. It's good to receive feedback.
@bearlover4649
4 жыл бұрын
😁🐻
@WalkWithWallace
4 жыл бұрын
Hello Claire Bear 👋🏼
@condescendingcamper3425
4 жыл бұрын
Yet another KZitemr putting out a gear video. Original guys.
@Kev_Russ
4 жыл бұрын
Yet another negative comment from this condescending fanny 😏
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