Your experience gives me encouragement and hope for, one day, even on my budget and given my age, that I will be able to have a comfortable winter camping experience! Thanks for always sharing and giving budget options as well. I also love Outdoor Vitals, those guys are doing an awesome job providing affordable and practical gear. I had been looking at gator options bc I spend a lot of time in Arizona with it's changing climates. From a budget standpoint as well as a minimalist standpoint, I don't really want boots and trail runners and camp shoes and....I'm checking out gators for sand as well as snow. (I'd love your input on that?) I love my barefoot trail runners even though I am not a runner! Thanks for all you and your family and team do to encourage others to just simply do something! Keep living simply
@stonyman1234
Жыл бұрын
What’s the pack you are carrying on the front of you?
@amywert8088
Жыл бұрын
Camera bag
@mikeb5664
Жыл бұрын
You might want to check the weight rating for those snowshoes. Include body weight and pack weight and you may end up with a 30" snowshoe. And you wont sink as much.
@erik556
Жыл бұрын
this is good advice
@TheNypenfan
Жыл бұрын
I think those shoes have an additional tail that can be swapped in and out depending on what you need.
@derekhand7904
Жыл бұрын
I have a different set of MSR snowshoes and they have an attachment I can add if my overall weight gets a bit high
@dustinnagy6011
Жыл бұрын
Also they are ascent not accent
@CanCanHikes
Жыл бұрын
Those snow shoes are definitely too small for his height and weight with pack.
@swerne01
Жыл бұрын
It wasn't the gear that let you down.
@koribeyer
Жыл бұрын
This is a great way to debrief any trip. What went wrong, but also what went right. The comments on checking the weight limit on snowshoes are spot on.
@BigCountryOutdoors325
Жыл бұрын
I got Zpacks Arc Haul 70l earlier this year and really enjoy it. And it’s almost 2 pounds lighter than the old Kelty Shadow 4500 I was using.
@MillerSean
Жыл бұрын
Trekking poles are a piece of safety gear IMHO. Went on a backpacking trip in college with a buddy who's an athlete, but has bad knees. I brought a pair of trekking poles to try out that I'd received as a gift, and he wouldn't have been able to finish without using them. Ever since I always bring a pair. On multiple occasions as a Guide, trekking poles have saved the day and more importantly... my tip!
@billb5732
Жыл бұрын
After all of the reviews you've done, it is surprising that you never had a decent pack until your Arc Haul. That's is a common issue with UL vids; more attention to weight than to performance.
@philsmith2444
Жыл бұрын
That’s what I dislike most about the majority of the UL backpacker channels, picking an arbitrary number as your weight goal and then acting as if you’ll EVER notice a real-world difference between a 10lb pack and a 12lb pack. That, and the “we pack our fears” nonsense. I’ve BEEN life-threateningly cold & wet and so thirsty I considered licking the sweat off my hands in the army. Packing a sleeping bag I KNOW will keep me warm even if the temps get 10F lower than forecasted, with both a waterproof compression sack and pack cover/liner, or carrying 2l+ of water in case sources along the trail have dried up may be “fears” to the UL people; I call it common sense.
@melissaanne4589
Жыл бұрын
Can you consider making a video of the most compressible synthetic sleeping quilts for those of us who need a down-free sleep system?
@WalkingDevon
Жыл бұрын
That bag having the zip in the middle is a game changer as far as I'm concerned. As a side sleeper (with a bag with a zip on the side), any cold wind coming through the tent and I'm going to feel that cold air on my back roughly 50% of the night, depending on how much the wind changes direction. And as you say, access to is so much easier. From now on all sleeping bags should have a central zip, I honestly cant see a reason not to. It also eliminates having to manufacture L&R bags There must be a reason though else why hasn't it already become the norm?
@azclaimjumper
Жыл бұрын
Decades ago all sleeping bags were made with center zips.
@shaneb395
Жыл бұрын
Lol you have the snow basket on backwards, 2 you need tails with the snow shoes if you’re sinking should be about 30” for your weight + gear
@philsmith2444
Жыл бұрын
The problem with MSR snowshoes is they’re made for use in harder snow, stuff that’s almost hard enough for crampons. They’re way too small for softer snow, even with tails. “But the chart says 280lb with tails!” Yeah, on that hard snow. Halve the weight limit when in softer snow. My recommendations? Tubbs Mountaineer or Louis Garneau Blizzard III in 930 or 1036 size. Excellent flotation in softer snow, excellent traction especially if you stamp a few times to really pack the snow. I’ve used Mountaineer 1036 in the past and currently use Blizzard III 1036 for hiking & backpacking off-trail in the mountains of western Maine, and until the snow gets really packed and crusty they’ll handle my 280lb with pack. Next winter I want to try Atlas Range MTN 35s. For hard packed snow I prefer GV Snowshoes Mountain Extreme 830s. I used MSR Lightning Ascent 30s for about 5 years and while flotation and traction between the 2 are the same, to me the MSRs felt cheap and flimsy compared to the GVs. Both have heel lifters, both have traction frames, and both have steel toe crampons. The GVs do not accept tails. There are 3 bindings available for them - standard ratcheting straps (awesome), Spin (similar to BOA), and Alligator (light duty, which I’ve never used.) The GVs are tanks, heavier than the MSRs for sure, but they will take abuse like you won’t believe. I’ve used them as traction boards under the tires of my stuck Jeep before and about 5 minutes with Vise Grips had them all straightened out. Didn’t even get holes in the decking! GV’s warranty service is better than I’ve gotten from MSR, too - I broke my GVs twice in 7 years and had them back in 2 weeks or less. You’re lucky to get an email reply from MSR in that time. The best part? GVs are half the price of MSRs.
@brendonm.deverix8491
Жыл бұрын
He can talk gear, he can talk prices and features and specs. That’s all cool and good content. I’m glad he’s ok number one. But there’s also a little more to be said about experience vs. passion in the backpacking content game. People watch this to get better ideas on gear and get ideas about what will help them. But I’m always tempted to call into question the creators “resume”. I’m not saying dans input is worthless until he does the PCT or AT. but there’s something about seeing creators where they have a backlog of content where you know they’re in the thick of it and actually out there. It helps add merit to things like gear reviews and all the brand deals and buzz words. Just my thoughts. Again, I’m glad he got out of there and he’s well, always number one
@brendonm.deverix8491
Жыл бұрын
@@joshuamccabe7729 I literally stated that his content isn’t worthless just because he hasn’t done the pct or at. And it’s not the same as discrediting me at all because I’m not making content and giving other people advice on that topic. My main point was that it’s very easy for people who can just rattle off numbers and specs to be perceived as knowledgeable and people on here will trust their opinions but the reality could be that they’re actually not experienced at all. It’s a fine line for content. The bar is truly not high at all, all I’m saying is his channel has so many gimmicky looking gear reviews and brand sponsored episodes than we see him just going out and getting it
@badnewshughes6360
Жыл бұрын
PLEASE review the durston Kakwa 55. I want to see how you compare it to the arc haul
@sk-wx1cf
Жыл бұрын
Great video. I watched the RTRTR video, yours and Eric's. Relieved that the rescue was successful and you have recovered. One thing I like about this video is that, increasingly, Dan is expressing gratitude and humility, whereas many of his earlier videos were flippant and dismissive, even towards companies that donated equipment for him to try. So I like that he is being more appreciative. Take care y'all, happy hiking!
@hikinvikin
Жыл бұрын
Hi Dan. High heel function in your snowshoes is essential if you are doing anything else than flat hikes. TSL is also having snowshoes with downhill function, which are letting the heel of your shoe sink through the snowshoe. Trekking poles are mandatory, I can recommend ones with a better system to tighten then after pulling open, for example Black Diamond is having great ones with a click closing system. Stay safe bro!
@gregorydigiovanni1466
Жыл бұрын
I just want to say it like this. Dan, thank you for not dying. Our family and hiking group love your videos. Thank you for everything you do and share with us Sir!
@Dinolobe376
Жыл бұрын
You would have had a much better experience with appropriately sized snow shoes. It would have been ok in a trail where the snow has been packed, but in the kind of snow depth you were, the snow shoes you used were too small. There’s obviously a compromise to be done regading the weight though
@philsmith2444
Жыл бұрын
Even a 5-6lb pair of appropriately-sized snowshoes on his feet would have been less tiring than sinking to mid-shin on ones that are too small. A pair of Lightning Ascent 30s with tails, while still having about 20% less surface area than 10x36 models, would have been much better in the snow and a lot easier to pack than 10x36s.
@climbandride420
Жыл бұрын
Trekking poles help me so much... I have a busted up knee and going downhill makes it hurt. Using the poles to take some of the impact off my knee reinvigorated my packing/climbing trips. Don't underestimate the benefits.
@joni4632
Жыл бұрын
Can you do a video on fuel? Which are cheapest that won’t damage your stove? Difference between Coleman propane canisters and isobutane, jetboil type, etc? PLEASE and THANK YOU!🙏🏻😇
@ek8652
Жыл бұрын
I’ve seen a review on all the iso butanes somewhere here on KZitem. Jetboil and MSR were voted the best.
@joni4632
Жыл бұрын
@@ek8652 I’m new to this. Are the small $5 isobutane canisters at Walmart the same as 1lb. propane Coleman, just smaller?
@jonathanshaw6784
Жыл бұрын
@@joni4632 isobutane and propane are different chemicals. Propane has a lower boiling point so a higher pressure. Most canister stoves aren't designed to use propane (many will work with an adapter but they may or may not be designed to handle the pressure, and they may or may not burn as well).
@ek8652
Жыл бұрын
@@joni4632 not exactly. The blend is made up for better performance with the smaller stoves and performance outdoors in different types of weather. Spend the extra Buck and buy one of the more reputable brands.
@daniel_503
Жыл бұрын
Hi Dan, I'd like to see more about the higher end backpacks. I know you have experience with the HMG packs and the Zpacks Arc Haul.. I've also looked at brands like Life AF and some other cottage vendor options. It would be interesting to see a video targeting the $350+ price range framed UL packs.
@michaeldriggers7681
Жыл бұрын
I would have laughed at trekking poles when I was in my late teens and twenties, but as I approach forty with knee and back pain, I am now all in on trekking poles. Edit: the poles also allow me to use a trekking pole tent.
@Jewish-Cayde6
Жыл бұрын
Mid layer wise, I don think there is a better piece to invest in outside of the Patagonia Nano air, had it in Utah in spring time and the Tetons in various conditions ranging from a 50 degree day to a foot deep snowstorm during a 10 mile banger through Alpine environment. Would recommend to anyone who's an avid outdoorsman. However I will be investing in an OV Nova pro to beta during a PNW trip this fall.
@cee8mee
Жыл бұрын
You could say the GPS device got an honorable mention on this list. Wow. Had you been in a place in the canyon without cell service good enough to call emergency services, you'd be thanking the device for saving your life. Happenstance seems as if it was all that kept you from depending on it for your rescue. Great to see you're doing so well, Dan.
@azclaimjumper
Жыл бұрын
Decades ago, all sleeping bags had a center zip. I truly wish Western Mountaineering produced Center zip sleeping bags. LOWER weight to Warmth Ratio - Thermarest XTherm NXT is their newest air mattress with an R7.3 rating, it's 1/2" thicker than the one you have & its several ounces lighter. PLEASE - Your product description doesn't mention which brand/model gaiters you had with you. Thanks again for sharing the details of your "rescue" & this gear load-out video. Warm Regards from Reno, Nevada
@jasonwooden
Жыл бұрын
Carrying all that gear was half the problem! Lol (lack of training for long descents while carrying a humongous backpack the other half). Next time you get home after a backpacking trip, unpack and sort you gear into two piles: 1. Stuff you actually used and couldn't do without. 2. Stuff you didn't use. Leave the stuff in pile #2 at home next time. Light is right.
@Ali_ReBORN
Жыл бұрын
You were missed Dan :) glad to see you back in health and in better spirits brother
@SasSaga
Жыл бұрын
Glad you’re back! You definitely speak from experience!!
@HDBrown-wc9xt
Жыл бұрын
You didn’t mention Eric! Wouldn’t you bring him again?😂
@thurstonhowell9782
Жыл бұрын
Who wouldn’t want to bring Eric? I think we all want him along with us😂
@outidenine7611
Жыл бұрын
Does the goat respond
@arlenesolis024
Жыл бұрын
Knowing your equipment is the best for your trip and how well it made for the unexpected is the best thing you can do for your trip. I am glad it worked out for you. Thx for the tips
@spartaforever3636
Жыл бұрын
did the same Rim to Rim on July 4th weekend (North to South). Hotter than......One of the best hikes and planning is essential (especially going through the microwave slot...ha. Gear essential but it's amazing how we also sometimes way overthink it. Met a group of boy scouts coming the other way at Cottonwood and they were as minimalist as you can get. Their leader was wearing work boots and cotton socks...lol, they were on day 2 and headed out.. Enjoy the spend, it never stops.......
@sha6mm
Жыл бұрын
Glad to seeing you doing Ok. Now the decision making and knowing when to bail you Guys needed to bail out or make it a longer trip as you had discussed. TC Buddy
@mumu771
Жыл бұрын
👍 good
@chrismoore600
Жыл бұрын
Great gear can make all the difference. High dollar but nice load out.
@paulriccio5333
Жыл бұрын
This next one is going to be SUPER EXPENSIVE. But seriously, I am so glad you are okay and had such a capable and awesome crew with you.
@filmic1
10 ай бұрын
MSR Lightning 'Ascent'. FWIW. (I have the older Lightning Explore with the silly foot pivot dohickeey that broke. Fixed it with a small nut/bolt fastener.)
@wallacemurray134
Жыл бұрын
I like the handful of videos I have seen from you, but you could improve your presentation by dropping the term GAMECHANGER. It is so desperately overused by youtubers. Have fun. Enjoy the wilderness.
@kolladawertz8632
Жыл бұрын
please invite me for a hike!! Germany is to small for big hike areas!! nice content
@masterprediction7353
Жыл бұрын
You should test putting a bunch of helium balloons on your pack and see the effect. ALSO GLAD YOUR OK 😂
@Faitasp
Жыл бұрын
Yes your thousands of dollars gear will never save you 😅😅😅😅😅😅😅
@Smashycrashy
Жыл бұрын
Man bad at hiking wants you to listen to him on gear recommendations lol. For the record, he isn’t bad at hiking because he had to be rescued.. thing happen. He is bad at hiking because he is clearly out of shape (see Day 1 video, Cottonwood campground in a day with a 32lb pack shouldn’t cause so much problems unless you are out of shape) and refuses to acknowledge it and put others in danger. Now, lets take him at his word that it was not eating..not drinking.. and “the altitude”… any experienced hiker knows what it means if you don’t eat or drink on a multiday hike. Any experienced hiker knows whether they have altitude issues or not (many inexperienced hikers blame altitude for lack of fitness). This is just a guy selling ads and affiliate links. Listen to him at your peril. Watch real hikers doing the AT, PCT, CDT and support them instead of a fraud.
@CDL_Gaming
Жыл бұрын
I think the snowshoes are Lightning ASCENT, not accent. That's what it says on the shoe, btw. 1:19
@mendyviola
Жыл бұрын
No matter how good your gear is, it’s useless you know how to use it properly before you actually need it. Always test out our gear in a situation where it’s “nice to have” or have other options/easy escapes.
@CurtisHikes
Жыл бұрын
Dan your snowshoes are msr lightning ascents! Not accents, what kind of name would that be. I have them too and they are great.
@oniowa30
Жыл бұрын
Appreciate the shoe recommendation! Now.... what about the socks?! Do you have a favorite brand or style?
@discrete333
Жыл бұрын
Dan....Off topic really...but have you thought about mountaineering or doing the PCT or AT?
@beccarodriguez5332
Жыл бұрын
Glad you made it ok Dan.What gaiters did you wear?
@edmundoroman8918
Жыл бұрын
Very informative. Gave us additional options.👍
@dendenovich8366
Жыл бұрын
What you think about Zpacks Arc Zip vs Haul ???
@jamieenglish6195
Жыл бұрын
No strain on the shoulders with 30+lbs.... Okay, I'm sold! I'm ordering one today!!
@scibi.71
Жыл бұрын
Trust the jab...again...
@mateumathews
Жыл бұрын
Some of the links you've posted to product pages go to different products? Great video, glad you are ok
@Casual_BackPacking
Жыл бұрын
Probably should have got ski's
@gander13189
Жыл бұрын
snow baskets on trekking poles are also a life saver when walking through a foot or so of leaves
@armedmindset6778
Жыл бұрын
Grew up in the Mountains, would never choose those shoes if I knew there would be any snow.
@CanCanHikes
Жыл бұрын
The MSR Lightening ASCENTS (ascent, as in to go up, versus accents like those from Wisconsin) are great snow shoes. Those look too small for your height and total weight with pack.
@ListlessSilence
Жыл бұрын
What pants did you wear during the rim to rim to rim video?
@Casual_BackPacking
Жыл бұрын
Seems like the real traffic on this channel are these trip videos
@stephanec2788
Жыл бұрын
Hello do you know the french snowplak for. Alpinist ??? It s made in a garage 😂
@henrik888
Жыл бұрын
You like to rub in how expensive your stuff is huh, we get it big boy😂👍🏼 kudos
@Spaeckli
Жыл бұрын
have you ever tried touring skis next level more efficient than snowshoes...
@wandaesch7314
Жыл бұрын
Always wear Keen. I have short fat feet so the wide toe box is necessary
@GetOutAndLive
Жыл бұрын
May I ask which camera did you take on that trip?
@nvtruant5994
Жыл бұрын
I live in the mountains of BC and have been on the Winter Response team of Search and Rescue. I have done a 5 day ski tours a few times as well as snowshoed for multi days and skiing is easier. You have more floatation with skis, plus you drag/ slide your skis along the snow and enjoy a lovely downhill whereas with snowshoes you’re pretty much marching both up and down hills. So, if you’re using snowshoes make sure they’re long enough for your weight plus pack weight and consider distance and elevation gain, it’s going to be considerably more difficult than hiking.
@elgringoperdido.
Жыл бұрын
Hey Mark Duplass , is it you?
@DerekinAK
Жыл бұрын
Great video! Enjoy watching them. Check out the Kuiu Super Down Ultra jacket, 7.9 ounces, nearly 2/3rds the cost, used by a lot of hunters. Always carry one in my pack. Keep the great vids coming.
@wanglelife
Жыл бұрын
Don't mean to be that guy but they are "Lightning Ascents"
@thebikepackingadventurer
Жыл бұрын
I have the same with my deuter28 rucksack. I got run over off my bicycle riding home from work one day, they drove straight through me and I was going 21mph according to my gps and they were doing a little over 25mph so a big head on. The only reason I am here today albeit with lots of injuries, is down to me wearing a full bag as my spine took a huge amount of the impact as I bent backwards round the a-pillar, head through the windscreen and feet through passenger window. No doubt it saved my life, and ever since it changed my outlook on life. I ride in pain always, but I go on as many adventures as possible
@nathansnyder7265
Жыл бұрын
At 6:24 what pants are you wearing?
@alexhidel3732
Жыл бұрын
I love two trekking poles and my snowshoes hiking in the Adirondack. For the rest of the winter I’ll be wearing micro spikes. With the warmer weather the trails turning in to pure ice. All the snow and ice will disappear in two weeks. Then we we have a month of mud on the trails.
@jadenm
Жыл бұрын
Would you consider hyperlite southwest 3400 a good alternative to the zpacks backpack? I know that you used to use the southwest 3400.
@derekhand7904
Жыл бұрын
The worst part about backpacking in snowshoes is setting up a tent with snowshoes on, or trying to throw a bear line. All the strings get stuck in you snow shoes well trying to work
@yppykya
Жыл бұрын
The only time I used snow shoes was back in the early 70's and they were the old wicker looking things from 'Nanook of the North' times. They were easily twice the size of yours and had a long extension sticking out of the back. If you weren't paying attention every single step and your feet barely slanted sideways, instead of directly straight ahead, you would cross the extension, and when you took your next step you would fall on your face, because you would be standing on the back of the snow shoe you were trying to lift. It sucked, because our packs were very heavy and it almost impossible to get up until you slipped out of your pack. Then you had to have help to get your pack back on because it was so heavy. Not a good trip, but we made ten miles of trail and about five miles hiking to the trail head in deep snow. We decided to spend the night and cut our three day trip to just overnight.
@stevesalter1138
Жыл бұрын
Another great gear video. However, because you asked, I’m a fan of the Feathered Friends sleeping bags. My 0° bag is the Ibis ex. I’ve used it combined with the Thermarest NeoAir XTherm in snow storms at near zero and I was toasty warm. Yes, it’s expensive. Like the Montbell Plasma jacket, some things are worth it. Feathered Friends also use 900+ fill ethically sourced goose down.
@Colorado_Kkid
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video Dan and sharing your opinion and experience with the various pieces of equipment... I’m looking for a new set of snowshoes with a set of bindings that are easy to use and have good traction for going across slopes so I am going to the MSR’s you talked about and I’m going to check the Outdoor Vitals sleeping bag... Thanks again
@philsmith2444
Жыл бұрын
I’d take a look at GV Snowshoes Mountain Extreme or Atlas Range Mtn, too. GVs go for about $175 USD and Atlas are $320. I’ve never used the Atlas models, but I’ve been using a pair of GV for the past 7 years and find them better than MSR.
@Colorado_Kkid
Жыл бұрын
@@philsmith2444 ... Thanks for the suggestion ... I took a look at them ... Unfortunately for me that aren't for people as big as I am (With gear) ...
@philsmith2444
Жыл бұрын
@@Colorado_Kkid I’m 250lb in my birthday suit, anywhere from 270-290 with a winter pack. In the mountains 30” GVs are fine for me when the snow is more packed down. When the snow is softer I use tube-framed 10x36 Louis Garneau Blizzard IIIs, and have used Tubbs Mountaineers in the same size in the past. Atlas makes a 35” traction-framed mountain snowshoe, the Range MTN, and I’d like to buy a pair of those for next winter. I also have a pair of 12x42 GV Wide Trail, their crampons aren’t very aggressive at all but I’ve still managed some pretty steep terrain with them. I definitely tested the holding power of the FlickLocks on my trekking poles, though! To me the biggest drawback with both the Garneau and Tubbs snowshoes is the flexible connection between the binding and frame. Both MSR and GV have rigid connections so your snowshoe will stay at whatever angle you stamp it into the snow rather than conforming to the angle of the slope. I’m probably not explaining it very well, but I find the rigid bindings more secure on traverses.
@memathews
Жыл бұрын
I like center-zip sleeping bags, but they are pretty uncommon. Maybe it's because my first bag was center zip, but to me they just seem to make much more sense than side-zip bags or quilts. Nice review of the gear you took and appreciated having. What would you leave behind or exchange for next time?
@edgit69
Жыл бұрын
Loving the Gucci gear 😆 🤣 😂
@ruthconner4923
Жыл бұрын
Just happy to see you looking fully recovered❤
@JCrozier1
Жыл бұрын
Glad you are okay. You've become one on my regular channels to visit now.
@yvonnesmith8245
Жыл бұрын
Looking forward to picking up the warm sleeping pad and bag. They look wonderful! Thank you, Dan!
@dagnolia6004
Жыл бұрын
so nice to have HONEST opinions!
@stphns1737
Жыл бұрын
I agree about Outdoor Vitals! I have a quilt and 1st gen puffy and love them!
@guyshannon7732
Жыл бұрын
Hi Dan love the comments lol. I took my scouts winter camping in the Kananaskis many years ago. Did the snowshoe hiking and man it it so exhausting all on its own much less with a full pack a day pack is hard enough. Glad to see your better
@shawndarter2373
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Dan
@scout06171
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the reviews. I’m happy to see that you’re doin* well after your Grand Canyon hike.
@zakkmiller8242
Жыл бұрын
Life is way better when you live it on the edge!! Thanks for the upload bro, glad to see you in good health and spirits!
@Smashycrashy
Жыл бұрын
He wasn’t living on the edge he was woefully out of shape and refused to admit it.
@eric55406
Жыл бұрын
@@Smashycrashy You could be right. From watching Dan's previous video, rim-to-rim is no joke. I probably couldn't do it without a good amount of training in advance. (I'm a swimmer, so I think I could handle it from the cardio perspective, but my legs are not ready.) If I do hike Grand Canyon (which I would like to do) I would opt to rest at the bottom for a night. It seems like a lot for one day for somebody who is not used to that much strain in a single day. Also, hiking in snow with snowshoes is probably 2-3 times harder than hiking on regular dirt trails. Dan bit off a lot by committing to a rim-to-rim winter hike but I think we can all learn from his experience.
@KRM862
Жыл бұрын
Thanks - very good info and presentation!
@andreatackorecunard539
Жыл бұрын
I know that some complain about the cost of the gear that KZitemrs review but I hope that we can take context into account…many of us aren’t planning to hike in these extreme conditions so I feel no pressure to spend that kind of money on gear. It’s just interesting to see the possibilities for comfort for those who go into extreme settings!
@ricomacpherson6845
Жыл бұрын
Glad that you are doing better. Can't wait for more content
@SamThackray
Жыл бұрын
You both had the same pants, what are those? They look dope
@sherrierifenberg2199
Жыл бұрын
Great gear update! Glad you are recovered, Dan!
@kimberchick8527
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I know you don't know me... but I am so glad you're still with us. You're a VIP in my book.
@DanBecker
Жыл бұрын
Me too!!! And thank you for that 🥲
@skydivecm
Жыл бұрын
Hey Dan, I just would like you to make a serious correction to your video. I did a North to South Rim to Rim, in one day, a few years ago. See time mark at 8:13 about why you did not take you Garmin. Cell service is not available down in the Grand Canyon. The Forest Service has a Radio network setup to service the Canyon and this only available to employee's. It is used for rescue and to coordinate the donkey trips, etc. I am not sure how far down North Rim before you loose service, but it is probably just a few miles. As I started down the North Kiabab Trail, I turned my cell service off to save my phone battery. Hiking up the South Rim Bright Angel Trail, I think we got cell service about 4 miles from the top of the Rim. I checked mine at 3 mile. I know Eric did have his GPS unit with him, and explained why he was able to use his cell. If they have a GPS unit, I would suggest that any group or single hiker ,should have one with them. Eric got cell service, to help rescue you, because you were close the top of the North Rim. Now that I have Garmin Mini, I would definitely carry it on and Grand Canyon hike. Two years ago a ranger told me that 240 rescues were done in just in one month. If your are injured you would have to wait for another hiker to fist find a ranger, and the wait for them to hike out to you. I saw several folks on my journey that were not prepared and I know one had to be rescued from extreme dehydration. I shared water and electrolytes with 3 people on my adventure. All of them were unprepared and in pretty bad shape. Let me know if you are interested int he logistics about the type of preparation it took for a 66 year old fart who started hiking in order to make that hike. Be happy to share it with you. Lack of cell service is easily researched Sincerely, Craig. FYI: Google search. Do you get cell service in the Grand Canyon? Answer: Cellphone coverage remains weak or nonexistent outside the South Rim, although some will be able to pick up a weak signal on the North Rim, if they are located near the rim itself. Coverage does not generally exist within the canyon, so don't expect to use your phone on any hikes below the rim. Preparing for that trip is how I found. your channel and enjoy it to this day. I am planning another trip towards the end of Sept , before it snows, so let me know if you want go give it another go.
@zmoore5555
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He had it on him. They chose to get to the top of the North rim where rescue would be easier and Eric had cell phone service and called 911. They didn't need to use the Garmin, but he did have it.
@skydivecm
Жыл бұрын
@@zmoore5555 In the video he said he did not carry it. see 8:13 in the video.
@amywert8088
Жыл бұрын
I've wondered if your gear was taken to the hospital with you by the Rangers or did Eric have to haul it out?
@DanBecker
Жыл бұрын
Rangers helped me take it to the hospital.
@amywert8088
Жыл бұрын
@@DanBecker That's good!
@ulperformance4087
Жыл бұрын
Water is normally the heaviest item stored in/on a backpack. Your water is stored in the side pockets of your pack . You thrusted a heavy load at the side extremities of your pack, not from its' center. Your spine is the center of your torso rotation. Any heavy item away from your spine generates wasted energy as your pack is thrusting side to side. You expend energy returning the load as well. You require a hip belt to reduce the side to side thrusting. A hip belt if not located a few inches below ones navel reduces breathing by about 25% limiting your speed, generating fatigue thus limiting your endurance. Because your pack is long, down to your hips or lower, you've lost your basic pace speed as you've limited your hip and torso normal bipedal motion. Beyond those three bio-mechanical inefficiencies your pack design appears similar to typical packs sold throughout the world,. Your backpack potentially has the five other bio-mechanical inefficiencies providing a total loss of about 20% in efficient motion reducing your speed, endurance, comfort, safety, and generating fatigue.
@azclaimjumper
Жыл бұрын
AGREED. Water should be carried in a bladder inside the backpack, for all the reason you mention. Absolutely, no so-called "Smart" water bottle for MEeee.
@jamesanderson6792
Жыл бұрын
Random, what brand trek pants were you wearing in this video? (The grey & black ones.)
@DennisMathias
Жыл бұрын
Because you got in trouble you are much more legitimate now. Not just a rich boy with toys. You've paid your dues.
@tennesseejed5654
Жыл бұрын
Huh?
@ThousandHobbies
Жыл бұрын
how about pajak xc3 backpack there are more great companies in the world making great products not just ours advertised 😂Great vid. 🏕️👍
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