Winter CAMPING in a SNOWSTORM

[@AbelandVictoria]

Hey everyone this is the 50th video we have made which is pretty cool. This was a great camp hope you enjoy it and remember to smash the like button 👍

[@amatvkhmer]

Heavy snow

[@Bikepacking]

Just checked out your video had to subbed nice one

[@slepoir27]

I started watching your videos every evening. It makes me calm. It gives me happiness. Thank you Abel

[@markcummings6856]

Just a phenomenal outing and video! You definitely earned that Bacon and Egg Sandwich in the morning. Incredible efforts on your part in showing all that you did for us. Thanks!

[@SouthwestEvac-fm4ot]

I appreciate all of the camera angles and the work you put into filming. You rock !!!!

[@livinlife850]

They are called ginger snaps here in Florida USA. And yes they are delicious I'm 54 now and I've eaten them since I was a child. By the way I first learned of your channel from AB CAMPING, I watch both channels now every chance I get. I'm not able to get out much but I love watching. This is much better than anything on traditional TV. Keep up the great work. Phil

[@AbelandVictoria]

Nice they are tasty will be bringing them along in future camp. Tony is the man and yeah I agree much bette content on KZbin then tv. Thanks mate 👍

[@jodyreay733]

I so agree!

[@rhysmarcelsanca9216]

I to found you through Tony AB Camping both superb!

[@AbelandVictoria]

@@rhysmarcelsanca9216 nice

[@johnclelland1670]

Ginger Nut biscuits are avaiable in Australia (very hard) and also in the UK ( a bit softer) as far as I know. Eating Ginger Nuts and Spicy Fruit Rolls aka Pillow Biscuits, was a part of growing up as a child. JC

[@AbelandVictoria]

Oh yeah cool. I like them will be having more while out camping they go great with tea and give me a bit of energy

[@georgeharrison9012]

I feel you pain! This experience had to be one of those where there turned out to be plenty of lessons learned. Great Job

[@Anne-x6iShotz]

Hey Abel great to see you in this 1st snow of the year and your 50th video. That’s an amazing accomplishment. Considering some of the storms you’ve camped in. Oh to be young again. Mushy weather ~ just love it. You know I really do love your camps. You make all of them fun. Gonna sit back and watch you tear up some wood ~ and enjoy

[@lawrenceneuenii3564]

Thank you for the videos you put out!! Wish my wife and I would go camping!!

[@markexpose6108]

HELLO. LIKE. LIKE. CAMPING. VIDEO.

[@nancycarden2469]

The snow was beautiful. The ginger nut cookies looked so delicious and also the sausages and eggs and bacon. Say hello to Victoria.

[@AbelandVictoria]

Yeah amazing to be up there for the snow. I will say hi to Victoria 😀

[@sandyharding3272]

You are a keen man Abel. Another great video thank you And congratulations to you both on making your 50th video

[@AbelandVictoria]

I am very keen. I want more Snow and colder temperatures lol thank you 😊

[@Loulou-nj7ji]

Love watching camping in the snow!to me looks so relaxing thank you for talking us on this beautiful snowy day and night I know that it was freezing 🥶 you kept yourself warm 😊until your next adventure stay safe stay healthy stay warm ✌🏼✌🏼✌🏼

[@AbelandVictoria]

No worries my pleasure thanks for watching

[@kendorman6567]

Awesome to see you doing a camp in the snow. I definitely enjoy getting the notifications that you guys have a new video up. Hope to see many more to come. Carry on and keep camping

[@AbelandVictoria]

Yeah it was magical in the morning. Can’t wait to get out in more heavy snow.

[@lyntonprescott3412]

I was brought up on Broadhursts gingers biscuits, Sadly no longer available but still remember the taste. Have to make do with cheaper alternatives these days. Only allowed two biscuits a day wih my current diet but at least I'm losing weight! Been camping since I was a small child. If our "summer" weather improves may try a night out soon. Thanks for the videos. Much appreciated. Regards Lynton.

[@markexpose6108]

Hi. LIKE. LIKE. LIKE. LOVELY. BEAUTIFUL. SCENERIES. LANDSCAPE. SNOW. AWESOME. HIKING. &. CAMPING.

[@anastasiavonbloemenstein88]

😃😃so beautiful!!! I litrally squeeled when you crawled out of the tent! Good camp! It's an oldie but a goodie!

[@bryantchan]

Awesome video. Would love to see a video that sharing how you guys plan your camping trips.

[@AbelandVictoria]

Maybe I just want to make camping videos of my experiences currently

[@aussiedonaldduck2854]

No BEER!!! The sacrifices you make for us! lol Awesome video this week. Snow!

[@AbelandVictoria]

I reckon. Can’t have beers all the time lol I don’t actually drink much. Cheers mate

[@KathrynVanWamel]

Hey Able, loving your videos. Was a bit worried watching this video you were clearly very cold and not fully copus mentos until after you ate. I see earlier comments about not being able to dry out in the cold. And I’ve watched much more recent videos and you have certainly changed your processes. By the way congratulations on your marriage and baby🎉

[@gifty2166]

Love a good camping video with great food!!

[@AbelandVictoria]

Same. Haha thanks

[@luketothesky1102]

Thanks for the latest upload bro. Late here in the UK 🇬🇧 now... but I will look forward to watching thus tomorrow. Looks awesome 👌

[@AbelandVictoria]

No worries mate. Enjoy. it was a fun camp.

[@thomasneilowen8479]

Great video, loads of snow.

[@christophermarshall527]

Real cool video!!

[@AbelandVictoria]

Yes it was cold

[@reddyman6915]

Betcha you was spewing no gloves and hand and feet warmers were left behind 😮 Iuse one of those Yeti mugs with the plastic sliding cover and they keep your tea and chocolate hot for ages !! Cheers 🍻

[@AbelandVictoria]

Yeah it was far from ideal lol. Having an insulated mug would be nice thanks for the tip

[@mrdan7104]

cold one mate...always interesting going camping during the winter months, stay safe out there and keep up the good work

[@AbelandVictoria]

Yeah it was fun hopefully more snow soon. Will do cheers 😀

[@tleej26]

Congrats on the 50th video. Beautiful camp with all the snow, look forward to the next one🏕

[@AbelandVictoria]

Cheers. The morning was amazing can’t wait to experience that again. Got a new jacket now so should be more ready for the conditions

[@ReneVandyk]

Hi Abel and Victoria what I hate after the good times that you have to pack up😢 you wish it could stay longer 😊

[@fionalewis3121]

I did wonder about all those camera angles whilst setting up, they were EPIC

[@McQ109]

👍 thank you. Not sure how long ago this was posted. O the wonders of Y tube.💚

[@ScottRauber]

Absolutely Awesome Adventure!!!!

[@bigjimmyu]

Loved it here in the Canadian Maritime province of New Brunswick.

[@ReneVandyk]

Hi Abel love your Camp site just a tip if you have a bigger tarp to cover the whole tent I think it gives you a lot of protection. Against. Rain and snow 😊

[@ChrisandDanya]

Love it, nice work mate! New tent looks great

[@AbelandVictoria]

Lovely inside feels secure

[@subhashnaidu6520]

Thank you for beautiful video. Good morning happy Friday from fiji island

[@AbelandVictoria]

Hey thanks 😊

[@subhashnaidu6520]

@@AbelandVictoria most welcome

[@bonpecheur4565]

Thumb's up for being resilient in that bad weather , the around zero temperature is one of the worse condition to manage . Changing to dry clothes as soon as possible is the key , as another one mentioned in the comments. You have a new sub here from Québec ( Canada ) , thanks for the video

[@AbelandVictoria]

Yeah damp and windy. I have a new jacket so hopefully soon as I get to camp I can get that on and avoid cooling off to much. Thanks appreciate it

[@SanaurRehmanShahmir]

Beautiful sharing! Great love and respect from a solo mountain hiker friend from the Hindu Kush Mountains Lower Chitral District of Pakistan!

[@AbelandVictoria]

Thanks

[@glennfoster5431]

Well done sir. I could actually feel the intensity of the video. Really real! Cheers

[@AbelandVictoria]

That’s cool I try to capture the experience of camping. Thanks

[@paulcope1676]

Love watching your videos when I'm having relax time 😊 just a random comment, GINGER BISCUITS are good for sickness!!

[@ApexLegendsAYEX]

I'm sleeping well tonight 🌨🫡 Good work Abel

[@AbelandVictoria]

Thank you. Enjoy

[@RoadtriPlus]

Cheers, guys.

[@AbelandVictoria]

👍😀

[@imyou8768]

I love everything about your videos ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@unaisinaiobasali9519]

Good morning happy Wednesday. Thank you for beautiful video. Me and my husband we like the video. Pass our Regards to Victoria from fiji lsland labasa ❤❤❤

[@AbelandVictoria]

No worries thank you

[@unaisinaiobasali9519]

@@AbelandVictoria most welcome

[@sannawald824]

Very beautiful,- but man, that looks cold!

[@AbelandVictoria]

Damp and windy is the worst. Worth it though

[@kiwihikingclub7464]

I sweat quite a lot and its a real issue in the cold when out camping. I use technical (non-down) jacket so when the jacket gets wet with sweat it still keeps me warm and I also never use wool since once wet it takes a long-long time to dry out. I really appreciate the effort in you filming this but please stay safe!!

[@AbelandVictoria]

I’m going to try a new strategy. Fleece on walk in and use my blue raincoat if I need too. Once I get to camp right a way grab from my pack my new down jacket which is water proof and 200 grams of down. Once I have tarp and tent set up I can get on my lighter weight down jacket on underneath my new bulky one. Maybe get a dry base layer on somewhere. I will have over 300 grams of down on and a waterproof layer so that should be way better when I’m sitting around not moving much. The wool is kinda useless comfy to sleep in once in the tent. I am probably going to need a bigger back pack.

[@kiwihikingclub7464]

@@AbelandVictoria A bigger back pack! I know I sound old - and I am - but watch out for your knees and hips now so they don't crap out in your 40's and you can't do this anymore.

[@walkthroughvideos8916]

Cant believe you didnt take gloves! Lol. Anyway love your videos. You inspire me to get out more

[@AbelandVictoria]

I won’t be forgetting them again lol

[@vandafedyszyn4612]

Great video stay safe x

[@AbelandVictoria]

Thanks will do

[@Windygirl1958]

So awesome

[@AbelandVictoria]

It was

[@eugenedarvell8470]

Hi Victorian, able. Love you video suggest something for setting up the tarp . I saw this on AB camping . Tony uses a carbon extension pole, help put the tarp up a bit better . I have adopted this tactic and it makes the top set up lot. Better. Keep on making great videos.

[@AbelandVictoria]

YeA something like thsi would be useful as usually the trees are not in perfect location. More stuff to carry in 😂

[@OutdoorsmanDave]

Loving that tent, it’s orange colour, the sauce containers and camera light?, I’d need a winter mat (R?) before I’d consider that. All the best for your upcoming wedding, didn’t your mates want to come out on your snowy Bucks night? 😂

[@AbelandVictoria]

My mat is 4.2 r value seems really warm so far I’ll be testing its limits this winter. No lol

[@GAPTEXPLORE]

*_Obviously I like the way you set up the camp, by setting up the flysheet first, when you set up the camp in the middle of the snow, my natural friend Abel..., where's Victoria?_* 👍

[@AbelandVictoria]

Thanks Man. She was at home doing some real work lol. Victoria will be back soon don’t worry

[@johnnyutah9874]

I don’t ever go camping without beer :)

[@AbelandVictoria]

Fair enough. Beer is great out in nature 👍

[@dalebosecke2999]

Epic video bro! Been hanging out for a snow video!

[@AbelandVictoria]

Hey man. I made it up for the dump. Might go again tomorrow camp on top of loadstone and try my new quilt out

[@dalebosecke2999]

@@AbelandVictoria Tougher than me, looking forward to the winter content, be safe bro

[@Upsidedownorangejuice]

Man that's a lot of snow, whole lot colder down south then it is here in Waikato. Seriously need to bring bacon into the huts more, just to wind up folks (insert humorous evil laugh). Congratulations on the 50th video. I really like my furnace lt down jacket from bushbuck it folds up in to one of it's pockets had it down to -5c, only down side heavy cause it's a touch over built and has pit zips. (also apparently raincoat level water proof never tested it out that part in a full on down poor yet.)

[@AbelandVictoria]

Yeah dump was bigger then I thought it would be. I hope it’s a sign on things to come this winter. Bacon and eggs is a treat so nice lol. Yeah I have seen some down jackets with waterproof outers. This could be good for me. Setting up in the snow after hike in gets cold fast. Ideally I need the lightest stuff possible as I take so much gear unfortunately it means expensive also. Rab and mac pac have a few decent options I think

[@anthonyjones4305]

Yes so not got to end of your vid yet but you was talking about keeping warm, so if you didn't know fill your Nalgene bottle up and stick it in your bag it will defo help

[@AbelandVictoria]

Yeah I did that for Victoria a few vids back. I was ok once inside the tent. Outside there was a bit of wind chill and I was damp. Next snow trip I’ll bring my warmer pants and another mid layer or purchase a warmer down jacket

[@rachelfogarty4786]

Some people I know, like to take a hot water bottle winter tramping. Would probably be a treat. 👍

[@AbelandVictoria]

My drink bottle can take boiling water so that’s an option. I’m going to need a bigger pack for all this. I have a small table coming lol

[@rachelfogarty4786]

@@AbelandVictoria ha ha! Crikey.

[@philipwilkie3239]

For the non-Kiwis watching this - he's not exaggerating the hypothermia risk here. In these conditions just hovering around the freezing point, everything is damp and this makes it really hard to get warm once you chill off. Essentially you are close to 100% humidity and nothing, will dry. Especially not your sweat. At lower temperatures say below -20degC there is almost no water left in the air and everything becomes bone-dry which makes staying warm a lot easier if you have the correct equipment.

[@AbelandVictoria]

Yea the sweat is the issue. I think I need to change into something warmer soon as I stop walking and being setting up. Wind chill is rough also.

[@philipwilkie3239]

@@AbelandVictoria When I was leading tramping trips years ago I learned the same lesson myself. As soon as we stopped in rough conditions like this, everyone had to be either active doing something like firewood foraging or fetching water - OR getting under shelter and into dry clothes. Delaying, even just 10 mins or so, and early hypothermia was not far away.

[@markcummings6856]

Yup, been there done that. Also can be scary as it stands in. Definitely not something to play with.

[@fionalewis3121]

illuminated to perfection lolol

[@missmarple2793]

I learned about your channel from Tony on ABCamping. You probably know his dog (Bruce) passed away while Tony was on vacation. Since you both camp at The Tops, I was thinking it would be nice for you to do a collaboration camping trip when Tony returns to ease him back into camping without his beloved pup. Just a thought.

[@AbelandVictoria]

Yeah very unfortunate situation there. Tony has burno to train up I’m sure that will keep him very occupied on his upcoming camps.

[@antonfrench2254]

Cute

[@AbelandVictoria]

Can you survive snow camping ?

[@jonwilson6077]

I wish those Moccona sachets said how much caffeine was in them. A lot of other coffee products don't as well

[@BettyMoore-re5qs]

Love your sand witch 40:40

[@BettyMoore-re5qs]

So cool Abel

[@grantforman3003]

Well, Im pretty sure Ive seen all 50 (congrats on the milestone BTW) and I must say this is one of the best. You are defo officially a mountain man for sure. How was the drive back? No graders where you are for the road, but nothing a Subaru cant handle! I remember the first time I looked over the Cobb in the 90's with snow on the tops...Its a great sight for sure...Anyway Im sure the sausages tasted great...I guess the drone is heavy but a drone shot in the morning would have been way cool...Anyway - well done man - while others are at home snuggled up watching vids - you are out there doing it! Keep it up!!

[@AbelandVictoria]

Haha nice. The road was fine. The snow was light and fluffy and no ice so didn’t cause any issues. I bring extra supplies if I was to get stuck lol. Drone would be cool but not allow to use it. Doc get mad unfortunately. Hoping for More big snow dumps so I can test out and try get my winter camping gear right. It will be interesting to see if vicotira can stay warm on camps like this

[@grantforman3003]

@@AbelandVictoria Yeah - I saw that notice about the drones in one of the huts. Shame. Absolutely - preparation is key - although you get teased about the calories - its better to have more rather than less!!!

[@anitaannabellanapiwockiast4307]

Wondering why you don't have a way to heat the tent. like a little stove.

[@ReneVandyk]

Hi Abel what an Amazing and amazing Scenery ❤ it 😊 say hi to Victoria from me u to Are Awesome and Amazing ❤😊

[@markexpose6108]

Hi. LIKE. LIKE. LIKE. TEA. &. TENT. &. TARP

[@rangibusby6205]

Great 50th video Able. Early winter wonderland. How do you rate the Nemo sleeping mat. I've got a Big Agnes Rapid large but I need the large wide. The Nemo could be the go for me. Keep up the great work on your vids.

[@AbelandVictoria]

Cheers. It packs down very small for its size when inflated. It’s comfortable with softer fabric on the top feels nice don’t stick to it. It’s warm on this camp i could just feel heat coming back at me from the pad and it’s massive seems luxurious how spacious it is. I’m about 184 cm tall and pretty wide shoulders it’s a good size. I have seen the rapid in the shop it looks much bigger when rolled up I personally didn’t like the raised bits on the edges of the rapid.

[@fionalewis3121]

Happy 50th video.

[@amatvkhmer]

Heavy snow

[@AbelandVictoria]

Rather heavy

[@vandafedyszyn4612]

We have ginger nuts in the uk 😊

[@gumboot2265]

Another great video! Do you have to unpack everything and hang it up to dry again when you get home?

[@AbelandVictoria]

Yep I do it immediately usually. Hang tent up and get down jackets and bags all drying

[@scottishalwaysdixie1638]

Buddy get couple of empty sprea bottle fill up with water @ vinegar sprea over the top of ten @ tarp the rain shall just run of without buld up top tip 👍

[@AbelandVictoria]

Really this works better then the c6 sprays dwr ?

[@scottishalwaysdixie1638]

@@AbelandVictoria the rain we get in Scotland it does the job ? Even couple of vinegar cap full,s in your car windscreen water bottle if your driving in the rain works brilliant

[@AbelandVictoria]

@@scottishalwaysdixie1638 alright I’ll give this a go. Thanks

[@omgitsjay-9767]

Just a question on why you dont rope the middle of your tarp sides out to keep it from sagging under the snow? Is there a reason? New to camping so genuinely curious.

[@AbelandVictoria]

Idn man I’m an amateur myself

[@anthonyjones4305]

You could probably think about down pants as well that will sort you out 😊

[@arthurmair8901]

hey mate, what is the brand and model of this tent? is it 2p or 3p? looks great

[@AbelandVictoria]

Nemo kunai 2p

[@Bikepacking]

What light you using on the camera cheers

[@AbelandVictoria]

Ulanzi I think it’s called

[@Bikepacking]

@@AbelandVictoria cool man i think i got the same one it just arrive few days ago but haven’t tested it yet

[@GouthamGopal-vj4tv]

There it's -4 here it's 45 degrees Celsius 😊

[@AbelandVictoria]

That’s to hot. Think I would die lol

[@stevenrichardson2555]

Is there any reason why you don't hot tent camping with a small stove, you obviously like a fire. Enjoying the videos!!

[@AbelandVictoria]

@@stevenrichardson2555 because they are big and heavy and I can not realistically take them to these locations

[@bagariusyarrelli7142]

🌨❄🌨❄🌭💥💯

[@7kotuku]

Nice camp set up. My fingers got cold/frozen just watching this, where are your gloves!!

[@AbelandVictoria]

At home lol. I won’t forget them again

[@nonacee5065]

​@AbelandVictoria, yes, you will. I just watched your fabulous highest peak camp, where even your condensation froze overnight and yes, you'd forgotten your gloves. The one before this camp, once more, you'd guess it, you'd left your gloves behind. Victoria will have to sew them to your jacket. P.S congrats on being pregnant. It'll be really interesting when bub joins you for camping. Hopefully you'll remember bub's gloves then. 😊

[@Dawesy_87]

Hey mate, which sea to summit tent did you sell? 🤙🤙

[@AbelandVictoria]

Telos tr2.

[@Dawesy_87]

Shit son that one was on our short list.

[@AbelandVictoria]

@@Dawesy_87 the nylon saggy and touches the inner mesh and water drips into the tent. Can’t handle the wind. It’s nice if conditions are perfect for it but that is not really enough to justify owning imo

[@Dawesy_87]

@@AbelandVictoria cheers for the insight 👍. Something to think about.

[@AbelandVictoria]

@@Dawesy_87 I like the look of nemo dagger osmo. Osmo fabric is really nice doesn’t get saggy also light and strong.

[@TimvonSoest]

strip the lichen at least. If it's wet it holds a lot of water in it's folds

[@lucky_ruckus]

Your a Ginger Nut for going out without gloves...!!!

[@AbelandVictoria]

Lol yes that is correct

[@markexpose6108]

Hi. LIKE. LIKE. LIKE. DELICIOUS. BREAKFAST.

[@iraqiiraqi1424]

👍🏾🌹👍🏾

[@MARS72JJ]

Geez mate, Moccona need to start paying you a salary

[@AbelandVictoria]

I reckon

[@janetpayne9155]

Love your videos but I think you need gloves.

[@limbogaming8591]

yo

[@AbelandVictoria]

✌️

[@TheHi_King]

First! Got the big snow dump probably earlier than you thought huh haha. Bloody cold down south today

[@AbelandVictoria]

Yep. More snow then I thought. It was cold man great camp though.

[@TheHi_King]

@@AbelandVictoria As someone with Reynauds syndrome where I lose blood flow to my hands very easily I was wincing watching your bare hands in the snow haha. Just got to the bit where you said you need gloves!

[@AbelandVictoria]

@@TheHi_King Victoria has this issue also I believe. It was cold but I think I’m more genetically adapted to cold if that’s a thing

[@TheHi_King]

@@AbelandVictoriaYeah reynauds is quite common. It's a bloody pain but gloves definitely allow me to go tramping in winter haha. I want to see a Lake Sylvester mid winter swim with your genetic advantage Then you can dip back to the hut to warm up if you can't get a fire going haha