Oh the times when it was 10 degrees at Camp Wilson and all the non grunts had happy suites on and laughed at us
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
Usually works like that. :)
@troyweatherford2428
4 жыл бұрын
Used this in Hokkaido, those little booties are perfect for those midnight potty breaks
@haroldellis9721
4 жыл бұрын
Anyone who does know what this about, wait ten, twenty years, you will.
@troyweatherford2428
4 жыл бұрын
@@haroldellis9721 oh no I just mean that it was good for keeping my feet from freezing off when I had to sneak on over to use the head
@haroldellis9721
4 жыл бұрын
@@troyweatherford2428 Exactly. How many of us have had the great debate, stay inside the bag, warm and cozy, but in agony, or make a quick run to a tree, in the freezing cold, for sweet relief?
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
The struggle is real. The booties make it easy. :)
@stevenlaubach5947
Жыл бұрын
I never saw these when I was in the USMC 1987-91 even in our cold weather training in Alaska we were issued crap gear. These look pretty sweet definitely the military has come a long way.
@iamnotafraid
9 ай бұрын
These days I think the only time they're issued is for bridgeport, mountain warfare training. When I went through it in 2018, they didn't issue them until 20 dudes got hypothermia and several nearly died. We still weren't able to use them a whole lot but when we did, it was amazing. The very moment you put it on, instant warmth.
@WallyMerc06
4 жыл бұрын
We called them marshmallow suits in the army. Although, I never got issued the booties 😤. But man, I'm pretty sure I maxed out the performance of it in the Afghan mountains lol, it kept me alive though.
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
The booties are legit. :)
@kenmvilla
2 жыл бұрын
Nobody in the Army got booties. So jealous! But in general yeah the marshmallow suit is a life saver. Very comfortably warm in freezing temps.
@cagneybillingsley2165
Жыл бұрын
rip to the person who has to remove this to go to the toilet in those conditions
@jhbryaniv
4 жыл бұрын
But my Walmart 22 dollar sleeping bag is, just as good. 🤣 🤣 🤣 🤣
@axelasander9659
4 жыл бұрын
I've slept outside for 3 years straight in Walmart gear and other budget options. It sucked but it worked.
@thorntondrew
4 жыл бұрын
“I understood that reference.”
@theiviachine
4 жыл бұрын
Really?
@jhbryaniv
4 жыл бұрын
@@axelasander9659 as a teenager my dad and I would go backpacking. We never had the high-speed gear, I wore wool pants from goodwill because we couldn't afford the expensive synthetics, slept in bargain sleeping bags. Yes, it can be done is it as comfy and nice as a 0* bag, that really is a 0* bag? Heck no, but it worked. I have some of my most vivid memories shivering in the mountains waiting for morning to come. Lol.
@DeeMoback
4 жыл бұрын
@@jhbryaniv me too
@3093Andrew
4 жыл бұрын
Used these in Norway on my last deployment to the Arctic Circle and it was amazing
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
Good gear changes things. :)
@eldorripu
4 жыл бұрын
you can pick these up fairly cheap on ebay in the sage green color that the army and air force used
@eldorripu
4 жыл бұрын
@ToasterHead I clearly stated army and air force
@Duncan_Idaho_actual
4 жыл бұрын
Your talking about the Level 7 of the PCU system for anyone searching for it. They are a bit different because different manufacturers made the different level throughout the years. I got a level7 Wildthings fit perfect then got a level 7 Halys (same exact thing) way too big.
@evanjuli1350
2 жыл бұрын
for 1000$ for the set i think ill stick to the 200$ for surplus ECWCS level 7 or L5 set from varstuleka
@eman1171
4 жыл бұрын
Six months in Norway in winter, this shit was a literal lifesaver
@steelknight5052
4 жыл бұрын
Especially right after the polar plunge
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
Good gear is a game changer.
@bowlofrice8
4 жыл бұрын
Used similar booties made by baffin through a full winter in the Utah high desert. They were the bomb but way to hot for sleeping with them on in a -30 bag. And they fit perfect into my insulated Neos overboots for running around camp at night
@docpotate7603
4 жыл бұрын
I was issued the full suit while doing field ops in Norway and loved it wish I could have acquired one.
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
They change the game in cold weather...
@tylersimplot13
4 жыл бұрын
Ill sell you mine
@docpotate7603
4 жыл бұрын
Tyler Simplot how much you askin
@zachblakeslee4295
3 жыл бұрын
Just got these, I’ve been miserable in the cold hunting for the last time.
@KitBadger
3 жыл бұрын
They make a world of difference. :)
@mattberry4457
4 жыл бұрын
much better value than the 500 dollar hoodie. that would be perfect for sitting around our high desert camp at night with the fellas.
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
Sooo warm. :)
@rjlaiche4317
4 жыл бұрын
It keeps us warm but how many crayons can it hold? We need our food to be warm as well! 😂😂😂
@donolinger6904
4 жыл бұрын
Don't forget the paste. Lots of kids like to eat paste.
@leorguevara3622
4 жыл бұрын
And window cleaner.....need to stay hydrated you know😉
@bmxdude1337
4 жыл бұрын
Yup you want layers when in the cold, my bro and I have some russian Gorkas and they work great here in Northern Idaho, sprayed some water repellent on them and made them even better.
@ThegearlockerNet
4 жыл бұрын
I love their hand warmer.
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
The knuckle roaster is legit!
@ThegearlockerNet
4 жыл бұрын
@@KitBadger Totally! Great piece of winter kit
@rich105759
4 жыл бұрын
One of the few pieces of gear that the Marine Corps issues that doesn’t suck!
@JS-dn2mm
4 жыл бұрын
USMC is known for quality gear. Your opinion sucks.
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
The Marine Corps is known for Vietnam era Army hand me downs... :)
@rich105759
4 жыл бұрын
Jungle Skunk you obviously never served...
@normwilson117
3 жыл бұрын
Now I’m considering swapping out my bag for a “happy suit”..weight and function; grateful for this content
@toddfuss
4 жыл бұрын
That looks way better than our Air Force extreme cold weather gear.
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
But you get better chow halls. :)
@toddfuss
4 жыл бұрын
Kit Badger yeah, there is that.
@allenc.7589
4 жыл бұрын
ECWCS level 7 is super warm too, and a little bit cheaper if you can't afford the wild things gotten through a lot of -10 winters with them and they cut the wind chill right out
@Qsaws_
4 жыл бұрын
WILD THANGS BAM BAM you make my heart sing
@littlebuddyoutdoors
4 жыл бұрын
This looks way better than the armys Marshmallow suit
@Uchoobdood
4 жыл бұрын
The mickey mouse boots looked rad tho, c’mon you know it! #climb_to_glory
@Conan361
2 жыл бұрын
Managed to acquire one of these in woodland Marpat used to walk around lejeune and wear it to work everyday, best thing I ever tactically acquired
@1903tx
4 жыл бұрын
My ninja and bear suits are sufficient for keeping my body warm, but I might pick up a pair of those booties for my feet at the end of the day
@helmsscotta
4 жыл бұрын
They do look comfy.
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
The boots are a game changer.
@DB.KOOPER
4 жыл бұрын
I need one of these suits for early season rafting trips up in N.Idaho/Washington. Cool stuff. Cheers Ivan.
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
They’ll keep you warm. :)
@murphquake
4 жыл бұрын
Nice shirt, Cube
@Julian_Kurt
4 жыл бұрын
For this usecase I can recommend the atom sv from Arc’teryx. Its so nicely breathable but super light and fairly water resistant
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
Have you tried their stuff since they sold? Curious on quality.
@victorvasquez2788
4 жыл бұрын
Thx for the review, something new for me.. Take care bud..
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks buddy, you too.
@coolnamesTV
4 жыл бұрын
Really appreciate your gear reviews/videos! Thanks for your work!
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
No problem, thanks for watching.
@Qsaws_
4 жыл бұрын
Looks pretty awesome
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
Keeps you toasty. :)
@socaloutdoors7355
4 жыл бұрын
Definitely considering the purchase.
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
Game changer in the cold...
@plankhill
4 жыл бұрын
PERFECT!!! well almost. Got it booked marked, cause its a little pricey, but worth it. So when I get some funds saved, might buy a piece at the time. Also wished it came in more colors, and maybe some cam patterns would be nice. Great review Kit. Keep up the good work. This is definitely on my radar.
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
They offer them (high loft) in multicam too. I’m going to see about getting a discount code for you guys. :)
@plankhill
4 жыл бұрын
@@KitBadger That would be great. I searched the whole website, No multicam for USMC version of high loft. Looking forward to seeing if you can get a code. Would be great. Would probably buy today, hoping for multicam though.
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
The multicam high loft is the same, with a few different features. They just had a %20 off sale on the 4th.
@plankhill
4 жыл бұрын
@@KitBadger strange. I signed up for their news letter the day I commented on this video. I know this because I have never asked to be put on a news letter list. Never got an Email from them.
@ninjaboninjabanana
4 жыл бұрын
I miss my happy suit.
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
Should have kept it. :)
@greywhite
4 жыл бұрын
Have used this happy suit in minus 40 F in alaska for many winters, wish I could find a replacement set for cheap as they are heavily used.
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
They are a game changer.
@AdaptorDieChannel
3 жыл бұрын
BEST cold weather gear EVER! #wildthings
@KitBadger
3 жыл бұрын
That stuff will keep you toasty. :)
@jeremykuronya4391
4 жыл бұрын
Go Straight Ahead.
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
Yes!
@maltaconvoy
Жыл бұрын
Excellent review.
@rudyo8409
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing......
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Rudy.
@haroldellis9721
4 жыл бұрын
I'm taking stay warm advice from a guy who jumps into frozen lakes. Not sure what to make of that.
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
Fair point.
@davidwadsworth8982
4 жыл бұрын
been thinking of getting the Army E.C.W.Systems gear.this looks so similar.
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
Previous generation.
@beaubooker433
4 жыл бұрын
Where does he get those marvelous toys???💖💖💖💖💖👍😀
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
:)
@reallyhappenings5597
7 ай бұрын
Great discussion! How do these compare to ECWCS level 7?
@rescue1512
4 жыл бұрын
Wish the USAF had this stuff! froze my butt off a few times....
@TheOwenMajor
4 жыл бұрын
Did the space heater break at Chair Force One?
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
Good gear makes a world of difference. :)
@socaloutdoors7355
4 жыл бұрын
Holiday Inn shut the heat off?
@11binfantryfollowmeus.army95
2 жыл бұрын
What….the AC 🥶,was on too high…..
@rescue1512
2 жыл бұрын
@@TheOwenMajor Sorry your ASVAB score sucked. Some of us don't mind the dirt, just wish we had better gear!
@Noah-xo7ek
4 жыл бұрын
I need to get me some of that stuff.
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
Game changer in the cold...
@DeeMoback
4 жыл бұрын
Never was issued any of that stuff ..... 1976-1977
@pablocalderon16
4 жыл бұрын
I miss my happy suit kept me alive in Korea
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
Soooo cozy. :)
@scottc3165
4 жыл бұрын
I've owned some wild things stuff over the decades - top quality! I wonder how they compare to the N-3B coat and F-1B pants. I have Vietnam era coat made with wool insulation (better than later issued stuff) and it's the warmest thing I have ever worn. Need to get the pants.
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
Lighter and warmer. :)
@MylesDavid
4 жыл бұрын
Brother, I am in Scottsdale Arizona where today July 6 it is 111 degrees outside (literally). This video is a form of psychological harassment! 😬🔥🤣🔥 Have you ever tried throwing a couple of hand warmers in your damp boots overnight to help dry them out? A friend of mine would put each boot in an ex large freezer bag with the warmers inside the boots. I’ve never tried that. Cold feet no bueno. 👍🏼
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
I haven’t tried the hand warmers. I’ll give it a go this winter.
@JohnDoe-cd6ro
Жыл бұрын
It might sound like a stupid question but do the booties go over boots or inside?
@konya660
Жыл бұрын
Are booties worn in cold weather worn on shoes?
@huydo1930
4 жыл бұрын
The coyote Michelin man
@DrJapan
Жыл бұрын
I've been doing this for years mate. Not much into confining sleeping bags. Again, why carry something when you can just wear it. Have a great day :)
@jking4950
7 ай бұрын
Can you machine wash this?
@brooks3577
4 жыл бұрын
What state are you in? The mountains are beautiful!
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
Idaho.
@gregs9901
3 жыл бұрын
He means "Iowa"... Not Idaho... No mountains here
@ek7404
4 жыл бұрын
Hey man, what part of the US do you film your videos? PNW? Scenery looks incredible.
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
Idaho for a lot of it.
@GTWGamer
3 жыл бұрын
Can you give a a recommendation for cold weather gloves? Or glove layering system.
@KitBadger
3 жыл бұрын
Tough call, for what? Around camp, sitting, hiking, working. It is a spectrum.
@GTWGamer
3 жыл бұрын
@@KitBadger something for hiking /shooting. Any experience with the first spear cold weather glove?
@KitBadger
3 жыл бұрын
Haven’t tried those. Check SKD Tactial though.
@GTWGamer
3 жыл бұрын
@@KitBadger Thanks! I'll check them out. Keep up the amazing work, I love seeing your adventures in the backcountry and your gear reviews!
@anonymous_friend
2 жыл бұрын
With the boots, are they something that you actually walk around in? Use them as a boot liners? over the boot? or take your boots off and put the happy boots over socks only? im trying to get an idea of how they are used. Thanks
@Danefrak
Жыл бұрын
Over sock only
@grs0397
4 жыл бұрын
What a beutifull place where in America are you ???
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
Idaho
@Trad-Am
4 жыл бұрын
Not expensive, when you compare it to my Klim snowmobile gear.
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
Or being miserable. :)
@justmichelle71
4 жыл бұрын
I hike in all seasons. I don't have any of that overly expensive junk. Dress in layers. The temp changes constantly and if you go from a heavy jacket straight to a t-shirt, you will die. If you wear multiple layers then you can slowly shed or add layers throughout the day to keep your body temp more evenly regulated. Waiting till you get wet will give you hypothermia.
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
Cool.
@sneed777
11 ай бұрын
Was never allowed to wear this
@DJ-jq8if
4 жыл бұрын
Just do a freddy and crawl into a newly dead animal body.
@haroldellis9721
4 жыл бұрын
Oh great, our ball bearings are broken again. I'm looking at you, Misguided Children.
@michaelbyrd2043
4 жыл бұрын
No crayons for you they are too sharp and poke
@CuttinChris
4 жыл бұрын
big oof, $800 usd for a lightweight shell some 330 cordura and a measly 1.2lbs of primaloft. thats not even enough primaloft to keep you warm in 30f in a primaloft quilt. No thanks, much better gear for cheaper out there.
@GBW175
4 жыл бұрын
Dude, your voice just drones. I had to quit watching. I have this gear. It is wonderful but damn, you killed it for me.
@KitBadger
4 жыл бұрын
Cool, I’m glad the internet came along and gave you a voice. I feel like there just aren’t enough opportunities for people to complain about the free content they watch these days...
@GBW175
4 жыл бұрын
Kit Badger Do you get butt hurt often. Toughen up, Buttercup.
@11binfantryfollowmeus.army95
Жыл бұрын
@@KitBadgerYou seem butt hurt by a comment….very professional…
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