6 NEXT LEVEL camping gadgets you haven't seen

[@moscaman559]

Steve with Firebox stove is legit ! Can’t believe the meals he whips up in the backcountry and anyone who hikes with goats is ok in my book !

[@emilybyrd5293]

I have had a pocket bellow for years now. They are absolutely worth it. I never go camping without them. Do yourself a favor and get one you will no regret it.

[@swtsoph]

Same. But if you go winter camping, wrap some electrical tape around the top to make a mouthpiece. Otherwise you'll leave a frozen layer of lip skin behind on the metal (ouch).

[@realworldmom]

We have them to and its a lifesaver!

[@oysterfarmnextdoor]

I watched one of your videos that featured the coffee straw JOGO . I bought one and since then I literally do not leave without it. From basic cottage trips to backpacking trips the JOGO is with me.. thanks for the awesome videos, you always have something really cool

[@latigomorgan]

I got one of those Firebox chef knifes just before Christmas last year. After being disappointed in how an expensive bushcraft knife cut and chopped food because the blade was too thick, I was very happy with the Firebox knife. It doesn't weigh enough for me to leave it behind, but does a phenomenal job with food prep. The neoprene case allows me to store it inside my cooking kit without worrying about it beating up the stuff inside it.

[@jamesyi535]

Fun Tip: Your flextail portable air pump can also be used to get a fire going. Beats blowing into a straw.

[@brownbear8532]

Been rocking that bellow for 5 years now, now as said many times yes a pad will help you but i cant count how many times iv been the ONLY one with a roaring fire going on even in the rain on camping sites , pin pointing the heart of the fire with constant supply of air can makes the temperature of the coals go so high that even wet wood will catch on fire , and you save your eyebrows so you dont look like a ninja turtle after your backpacking trip . A must have for the backpackers, bushcrafter or the hybrids out there even ultralighters could manage it if they drill a few more holes in their toothbrush that is 😂

[@coryo8224]

Glad you are safe and got out of there for help. It takes a strong person to admit they are hurting and need help. I hope people do the same when are in need. Love the videos.

[@monicahimes1868]

Steve and Firebox gear is simply the best of the best! So happy to support an amazing company and purchased lots of his gear! Videos on how to use gear and tips from him are top notch! Get you some Firebox gear you won't regret it!

[@pinkiewerewolf]

I never do the KickStarter stuff but I'm tempted. I love my FireBox Stoves.

[@HDBrown-wc9xt]

Can we get a Dan Becker “getting back to the trail Training” video? Cause I’d really like to know what you pros do to get in shape for hikes.

[@_cajun_baby_]

Chase mountains has good info on this. Hate to "advertise" another channel, but I use his knee exercises.

[@AR9ify]

"pro" 😂😂🤣🤣

[@donkEEpunch85]

​@AR9fy my thought too. I like Dan, but dudes only been hiking a few years.

[@user70331]

Go on day hikes? Stairs 😉

[@jeppejschou]

after a year of over 2000 km on Trail, i use the stair master in gym whit my bagback whit a bit ektra weight than i will use for my hike.

[@maryblakley3590]

For years we used a telescoping fly swatter as our bellows, but it finally bit the dust after 6 or 7 years of use (not bad for a dollar store hack). We ordered the pocket bellows and I can't wait to try it out!

[@diam1381]

The swatter is genius.

[@catq275]

I love my firebox stove, and have been looking for a folding chef’s knife for months! I can’t wait to get mine!

[@tedmiller8498]

Firebox stove products are top of the line. Well thought out, well made.

[@rockyboy401]

Purchased small cotton tea stepping pouches for Amazon, 50 for $11, put my own coffee in them. Boil water, add coffee punch, steep for 4 mins, you have coffee. Pouches are reusable just dump grinds out, rinse pouch, dry, repeat. Take as many prefilled coffee pouch as you want on your trip. Back out in zip lock bag.

[@JeremyRiedel]

What you have is a hygrometer, a hydrometer measures density in liquids. A hygrometer measures ambient humidity.

[@rodoutdoors]

Firebox products are great. I love the Titanium Nano and 8" cook kit. Steve is great and his channel is awesome. I appreciate the support he has given to my channel as well.

[@AndyObusek]

Dan- using the electric air mattress pump that you recommend doubles as a great “pocket bellows” too

[@theeds]

I've really enjoyed Steeped coffee when in the Backcountry. They are sealed pouches of coffee in tea style bags. They are lightweight, fresh, and don't have the instant coffee taste.

[@WilliamBay]

Since I bought a coffee grinder I'm spoiled with fresh daily grinds. For camping, can't go wrong with pre-grinding enough for the trip the night before, and using an Aeropress on the trip. They're pretty indestructible, and yield delicious coffee.

[@RobinEsch]

I bought the chef knife. If you like to cook on road trips instead of eating out, it's great to have a well-made small-footprint chef knife. Plus it comes with a well designed, easy to use (neoprene) case/shield. Zero regrets with this purchase.

[@kurthermans]

Never thought I'd be getting camping tips from Jim Halpert

[@ac346673]

I own a firebox nano titanium. Solid piece of kit, love it!

[@weirdmusicmixmaster]

that pourover coffee seems like a really good pickmeup item for emergencies

[@jlloyd75]

Love me some firebox. I was on kickstarter within a 1/2 hour of it going live.

[@1Grumpymonk]

My favorites are the app and the coffee thing. Real game changer, thanks Dan. Good to see you're gettin closer to that 100%

[@brewcompany]

Glad you found our product interesting, hit us up with a message in case you're curious about more details. Cheers!

[@thatguy7085]

I carry a small rechargeable fan to keep the air moving in my tent. I never have moisture problems.

[@monikastep5711]

I can also vouch for the Pocket Bellows. I only got it last Christmas,. but have used it already in many ways not just for outdoor fires either. I find we use less kindling in our wood stove. It also helped the fire in our burn barrel after Fiona.

[@gager73]

The last three I would REALLY like to try out. Especially the coffee... which I need to go make some now.

[@brianslocum5159]

I've always carried a metal "straw" when I go camping. It's 3 6" sections of brass tubing you can buy at the hardware store. They come in 12" lengths and diameter comes in 1/32" increments, and the walls of the tube are 1/64" thick, so they perfectly nest inside each other and are completely air tight. So three sections that are 6" long, nested inside each other is a home made version of that telescoping tube you got. This fits perfectly in my fire kit, and using a couple of silicone caps I found somewhere gives me a watertight tube in which I carry a few storm matches. I think the tubes I used were 3/8", 11/32", and 5/16" OD. (Nope, I just measured and the OD of the biggest tube is 5/16")

[@karenpaulson]

We use a large gauge knitting needle that has the point cut off.

[@joshlowe7011]

⁰

[@THE-FISHERMAN-424]

GOOD JOB MATE IAM WATCHING FROM AUSTRALIA 🇦🇺 👍

[@erict5878]

I just bought the Fire maple lantern. It's great! After lighting it rotate the glass to close the gap in the glass for a more stable flame.

[@OutLan]

Just ordered the Govee thermometer. It's on sale right now and I love this company anyway. Great find!

[@alexabney7913]

You could also get a pocket barometer! They might be the most useful “ometer” for predicting incoming weather in your immediate vicinity. Some of them just have numbers but some have thing like rain, change and wind on the dial. If you check them periodically you can guess pretty well what’s going to happen and how severely based on the change in pressure and the time it took

[@freezinweasle1]

Coffee and knives. Works for me! Thanks again. Stay safe and God bless.

[@goagray5]

Lol ngl, you got me at the beginning. I was like dang.. he's still recovering?!

[@bethfrazier6493]

You can't beat the OnX deal! Thank you !

[@davidh4315]

Firebox products are terrific. Well designed and very well executed.

[@HikingwithGus]

SO happy to see you are back on your feet and recovering! Great stuff! I have been using Gaia and All Trails for years, maybe it's time to switch to OnX! On another note.... you mentioned the new "Permitting" requirements we outdoor creators are having to deal with, have you tried the process yet? My understanding is there are gears turning to take it to the SCOTUS. Here is Washington State our Parks have now adopted the same policies. Just seems to be another way to dip into our pockets.

[@geoffhiggins1886]

Just ordered a Chef knife from Firebox Stove, I have purchased quite a bit from Firebox, and happy to report everything is awesome stuff, I like to buy things once, bet the Chef's knife is just like the rest of Steve's stuff, Primo

[@MsJennyAnderson]

The aero press is a great option for coffee too. It now has a version with a cup! Or get a coffee sock with a rigid top. We have both and they work great for camping.

[@brewcompany]

Hey there, Jenny! We'd love you to give our brewer a try and see how it can compare with these other brewing methods. Actually, thanks for the tip, this can be on our next video list! Cheers!

[@redwestonbushcraft5807]

That lantern is great I swear by my UCO For that same cosy feeling

[@Morpheus903]

Glad to see you back and okay, Dan!!!

[@tomlovesdiy]

Dan. I also have the Govee. Great little bit of gear. Took it on my last hike to check temperatures for s new sleeping bag test. Also used it to evaluate a quilt vs sleeping bag. I'll post a video on my channel next week. Interesting results.

[@paulthomas2577]

Just got me some of that Coffee. Coffee, Coffee, Coffee. Coffee!

[@mvanshaar]

All the firebox stuff is amazing. My favorite is the titanium 5”. So robust but still relatively light weight.

[@slymanbry]

And it can be used with several different fuels, as is the case with all Firebox Stove models. I love using alcohol stoves for heating water, lump charcoal for grilling, and of course just sticks from the forest for general uses.

[@alfoelad]

for a mood i light up a mosquito candle and use folding aluminum sheet that double as wind protection (originally for the stove) and reflector so the light seems large

[@kimberleybruce39]

I’ve been using my Govee thermometer for a year or so now, we take it on all our hiking trips. It’s great seeing how cold our sleep systems can take us so we can tailor our packs for each trip. And I just love data and spreadsheets 😂 it’s a great little device!

[@jackrapier6748]

My buddy was using that same thermometer and it malfunctioned and caught his tent on fire. Everything we had was ruined. We had a 40 mile trek out in the dark and the worst part was, we had no idea what the temperature was!

[@jmdelanux]

Dan, I watch your channel for entertainment. We're different backpackers and when you Zig, I Zag. But that coffee thing is genius. I'll put away my Japanese origami filter thingamajig and check out those Danes. You're brilliant! Thanks Dan.

[@brewcompany]

Great to hear and love the excitement! Thank you for your interest and write to us in case you're curious about anything specific regarding the coffeebrewer. Cheers!

[@jesseroyall942]

Everything I have bought from firebox has been top notch. I can't wait to get my chef knife. I have a pocket bellows too and it does the trick!! I'm making great memories with the grandkids and i don't need to go camping for quick fun. The young ones enjoy making a backyard fire and cooking breakfast or lunch with grandpa.

[@billheckman5937]

I started cooking a meal on the trail with my grandson when he was 6, still doing it 6 years later. I'm not sure who enjoys it more. A great way to get young kids interested in cooking and the outdoors. This year I will start the tradition with my youngest grandchild. Thanks to folks like Steve @ Firebox, Shug, Dixie, Dan Becker and I could list many many more. You all are having an impact on the next generation, not to mention making an old grandpa very very happy. Get them outdoors. Thanks.

[@aurtisanminer2827]

That coffee pouch is about as trouble free as it gets!

[@jacobcooley4965]

Glad to see you back!

[@scotthenderson9281]

Love, love, love, firebox stove, Steve is insanely awesome, have many of his products.💯👍🏼🇺🇸

[@glazierd55]

Dan, ever done a video on how to use your trekking pole straps so you don't have to hold on to your poles as you hike. I see many remove their straps, so I don't know if what I do is typical or not. Can't imagine not using them to give my hands a rest and as more power to pushing my poles. Happy to send some photos of what I do, just don't know how to send them.

[@RainyDayForge]

Cool gadgets! I think I’d prefer my Lucci light to the lamp. I’d certainly try the coffee bag

[@jax9224]

I’m a avid deer hunter and I use on x but the original one for hunting. Basically the same thing but has hunting related pins

[@janmariolle]

Steve’s chef knife is wonderful! I liked it so much that I bought another for a gift. It’s very well designed and high quality, like all Firebox gear.

[@LNKOutdoors]

I have been using that coffee for abour 3 years now. It is awsome and super tasty!

[@yukondave8389]

Nice the discount code for the coffee still works, can't wait to try them out, love the idea of the reusable package!

[@joanrusche6918]

Ok, I’m a backcountry chef. The knife is a temptation.

[@usngunr]

That Govee Hydrometer/Thermometer is what I keep in my winador. It keeps a log and I no longer have to sweat my cigars drying out. Too great a tech device.

[@gailwind4168]

Just received the bellows. Put it to use on my wood burning stove. Genius!

[@dev77712]

Great Video Dan. Take care of yourself so that you can get back out there.

[@4ninefine199]

I have many "Firebox" items, including the 5" and Nano stoves. All of their I products (that I have) are of exceptional quality and well engineered.

[@yvonnesmith8245]

Thank you for the great lightweight gear suggestions! Glad to see you doing so well!

[@kmannewyork]

Awesome gadgets thank you for sharing Glad your feeling better

[@jocelynrobertson6387]

Love the Firebox Stove Chef's Knife. It's balance and sharpness makes it a dream to use. I like that it folds and fits easily into my gear. By the way, I also bought my bellows from Firebox Stove. It sure saves the eyebrows and eye lashes.

[@frozeneye100]

Really wish that app works in Japan. Would be super cool.

[@OnizukaGTO]

That coffee bag is genius. I don't drink coffee often (coming from the lands of Red Coat Tea Drinkers), but whenever i do, i rather drink proper coffee and none of that daft instant scum powder filth. Especially when im camping and i need that morning lift-off but would definitely welcome not having to lug my aluminium coffee moka pot. Will certainly look into this coffee bag shenanigan! Cheers!

[@jacqueline7118]

Can't beat Firebox products, have a few. Learned something new, Steve is a Chef, very cool. Thanks for sharing. :) :)

[@anthonyjohnston2178]

love firebox stoves. Has really good quality products

[@coreyglenn6068]

If you’re looking for a great backcountry lighter, I’m a huge fan of the Bic Clic Stick. Combines the size of the traditional Bic with a 1.5 inch stick

[@Somemjf]

Just started watching your video and already pledge to the first item 😂 always traveling and airbnbs never have great knifes to cook. This is perfect..

[@outidenine7611]

the goat has posted

[@rockymountboy]

Regarding Pock Bellows: It's only an ounce, but if you don't want to carry even one ounce extra, foam sit pads work amazingly well.

[@NickLandsberg780]

An old golf club with the heas cut off works awesome as well. Maybe not for backpacking but works well.

[@camofrog]

Political yard signs are great for aggressively fanning backyard fires

[@bucky716]

That pocket bellow is great. Buy a 3 pack and give a buddy one! The Govee is great too. Fun to see weather throughout a trip vs just a current temp and high and low of other basic thermometers.

[@HostileTakeover2]

I've been using those things for a few years now, love 'em. I recommend it to everybody every chance I get and it's one of those things that everybody I've camped with had their own eureka moment when they saw me using it.

[@ciscokid1999]

Looking good bud, glad to see ya back at work!

[@Tazanthro]

Good intro, totally lol'd. Glad you're feeling better!

[@stevesampier527]

Steve at Firebox is GREAT!!!

[@ValkyrieHikes]

Hi Dan! I brought my GoVee Bluetooth Thermometer/Hydrometer with me this past weekend on a quick solo backpacking trip to Hell Roaring Lake in the Sawtooth Wilderness Area here in Idaho. Did you know that you can also set it up in the app with an alarm to alert/warn you when the temperature reaches a certain temperature? I set mine up to warn me a few degrees above freezing, so I didn't get stuck with a frozen water filter. I thought that was a great feature! Thanks for another great video!

[@wunderlust9823]

I've been using the Govee thermometer for a bit now and it is great to really understand how you and your gear tolerate cold. Not sure why you're into the bellows; the Flextail is an eternal bellows; just bring a bit of tubing to make it even more awesome. I do not understand the point of the Firemaple lantern. It's nifty looking, for sure, but no matter how hard I try to justify one, I just can't. LOL IMO the UCO Candle Lantern is superior. You won't run through your cooking fuel and it is a tent condensation eater, can be a citronella candle, a survival heat source (combine with a poncho... it's a thing) or to use as a fire starter.

[@johnmoore5293]

Thanks for the video. So I have a hot tent and would love to know what pole that was

[@sallys2423]

The Govee is a thermometer and hyGrometer, (measure of humidity.) A hyDrometer measures the specific gravity of a liquid.

[@kd5nrh]

Good to see you're recovering fast. Waiting for the radiologist's report on a knee injury myself, and hoping I'll be able to get back on the trails this year.

[@bobthetomato8375]

On the coffee pour-over bags from Denmark...great idea, works perfectly initially, but not so good for re-filling and reusing. The eco-friendly plastic/paper deforms and the top doesn't reseal. And it's a mess to clean out and dry and refill. I am opting for the paper bags that hang over the cup, you can pitch them with the grounds still in.

[@brewcompany]

Hey there, Bob. Thank you for your comment and sorry to hear the reusability of the brewer did not work too well for you. The kraft paper outline of our brewer can indeed alter its shape when being filled with hot water. Still, if the pouring is done carefully and you hold the pouch in a steady upright position, as it is intended, the deformation is minimal. Regarding scooping out the used coffee grounds, we recommend using a long handle spoon and gently rinsing under tap water making sure the water flow is not so strong. This has been successful for the majority of our customers who do actively reuse the brewers. Plus, regarding disposal of the brewers, if you don't choose to reuse them by cleaning them and refilling them with fresh pre-ground coffee, you can then pour out from the spout any remaining liquid, seal the brewer flat and dispose of it. It's definitely not going to be as soggy as those over-the-cup filter options. Let us know if you have any other questions.

[@5amskateboards291]

Use the pocket bellows with the Flextail pump.

[@ClimbingEasy]

OnX Backcountry sent me a Hat for attending your last online seminar! Thank you. Its a cool hat.

[@darrentaylor4262]

I love the slice and look on your face at 4:05! LOL1

[@LisaParziale]

Folding Firebox Chef knife - I own it and LOVE LOVE LOVE it!! Like the metal straw, that was a cool idea.

[@nicoleandjoshbaldwin4228]

I didn’t know I needed that knife but I do

[@555underdown555]

I know I’m a noob, but would you consider allowing your graphics to persist onscreen a bit longer so folks have enough time to read them? Love the channel. Thanks for helping me to decide to get back to it.

[@frozeneye100]

Super into what use to be common in army rat packs. Except. The stuff now cost loads of money and it does actually taste better than military issue rat packs

[@davesanders7893]

I ordered the Firebox knife and trying to patiently wait for it to arrive!

[@shabingly]

Re the digital Bluetooth thermometer, Kestrel have made similar data loggers for years; the Drop. They do a few versions (logging different things) all ip67 waterproof and shock tested. Also accuracy certified. Probably a hell of a lot more expensive than the one you discussed though (I missed you say a price of you did), my drop d2 (temp, humidity, heat index and dew point logger) was about £100.

[@elr05]

I second the versatility of a Kestrel. It tells me the windchill and the heat index, so helpful for hiking in the Sierra. It can stay outside the tent and I can see the temp and wind speed and direction from the app on my phone inside the tent. Really nice to have.

[@johnanthony1119]

Good to See you up and about.

[@nancyst.john-smith3891]

I think the lantern is amazing. It might even offer some warmth if you’re stuck in your car in a snow bank.

[@fyrstwaffen8952]

I HAVE THE AERO PRESS AND IT IS REALLY GREAT AND MAKES EXCELLENT COFFEE AND HOT CHOCOLATE...

[@chrisshipe7519]

Hey Dan, glad your doing better. I have several Firebox products. I plane adding the Chef knife soon.

[@donkemp8151]

Love the feel of Firebox videos. Great products. Great usage tips. Looking forward to the new knife.

[@kich6172]

Does the glass on the lantern not get hot? Do you have to let it cool after use and before packing?