Backpacking Hacks, Tips & Tricks | The One's Rarely Talked About

[@littlebighead15]

No better feeling than opening your KZbin feed and seeing a new video from Iron.

[@Hike-it]

You're to kind my friend! Beyond appreciated 😃

[@connorprice6964]

Hey Iron, another thing on sleep that I learned from darwin. Have you ever tried putting something in between your knees at night? Assuming you are a side sleeper, this just helps me sleep better as I don't have my body rubbing up against itself and keeps me more stable. I use it even when I'm not hiking and it's helped me get many more great nights of sleep.

[@Hike-it]

I am a side sleeper & hate it when my legs rub together if they are bare when I sleep. I usually wear a thin pair of smartwool leggings to fix that problem. Thanks a ton for the insight 🙌

[@AndrewWisler]

Great tips - you’re the man. 20 years ago lying flat on my back on the ground was great, but now pushing 50 I might not get up again, lol. Cheers.

[@Hike-it]

😅Thanks a ton my friend!

[@philjohnson1281]

I’ve seen a lot of hiking videos and I’d never heard of some of these tips. Thanks for sharing! My favorite sleeping hack- Benadryl and an empty Gatorade bottle for midnight bathroom breaks!

[@Hike-it]

I use to take Benadryl as well. Always felt really groggy the next morning when I would take it though... Gatorade piss bottle is a next level move 🙌

[@DaveMorrow]

Turned out well! Sent you an invoice for the work.

[@Hike-it]

😅Thanks a ton my friend 🙌

[@dychui]

Your channel is one of my favorites I’ve seen! Thanks for videos like this

[@cashroyale9001]

Thank you Iron. Great info, appreciate you taking the time to share your knowledge & experiences.

[@theooutdoors7969]

You're a boss. Can vouch for the Sea to Summit Pillow. I bought it on your recommendation and it has made a huge difference in my quality of sleep on the trail. Think I'll also buy the sleep mask, like the tent without the rainfly in nice weather but sometimes the moon keeps me up. Great video. Thanks.

[@Hike-it]

Thanks a ton Theo 🙌 Hppy trails buddy!

[@rageoid]

Little did I know I would be introduced to "savasana earthing." The paintings were enough to blow my mind - what next. Oh, the sleep mask. Thrilled to report I will be trying both- the ring is a no go however !

[@mikedelgado8888]

So dope,thanks for the tips Iron

[@Hike-it]

You're most very welcome!

[@imapisces1]

Great vid, Iron. Coincidently, I have that same pillow in my Wish List for the next REI sale. 👍

[@Hike-it]

You are going to be stoked on it 🙌 Thanks so much.

[@chadat23]

Who makes that sleep mask? I've been daydreaming about getting something like that but haven't seen anything that looks that warm.

[@Hike-it]

I found it on Amazon. Here is a link to it amzn.to/2TgsuqU Happy Trails 🙌

[@bcbslc6942]

I just have a "longer" beanie, I can pull over my eyes.

[@trishaflaig]

This is awesome, keep posting videos!!

[@Hike-it]

Thanks Boo ❤️ Can't wait to take Falcon out there! :)

[@Pytte]

You didn't mention that you during those 15 minutes of savasana, need to with your mind starting from toes in feet and fingers in arms, bottom of back and up and head etc, think of each individual muscle and relax it.. This serves 2 purposes, 1. your mind is focused on 1 thing, bringing you to stop thinking about other things (which is what gives you the equivalent of 2 hours sleep as its relaxing your brain). 2. Relaxes each muscle in the body completely, which helps rejuvenate the muscles. Falling asleep/sleeping during this will not work, your brain need to be active and focused on relaxing everything.

[@Hike-it]

Wise words my friend! I'm a certified Sivananda yoga teacher and am aware of the proper Savasana... Sometimes I feel like giving people too much instruction will stop them from actually trying the thing in the first place. Not sure... Super appreciate the feedback 🙏

[@Pytte]

@@Hike-it cool, I am the opposite with yoga poses :P If people don't learn correctly from start, they will do it wrong forever.

[@dirtbagoutside]

Good stuff. Definitely keep em coming

[@Hike-it]

Thanks buddy! Beyond appreciated 🙌

[@gentryaustin]

I appreciate that these aren’t the same regurgitated “hacks” you see on every other backpacking channel.

[@Hike-it]

Thanks! Tried to cover some things I never hear people talk about. Glad you noticed 🙌

[@larryl4881]

Good video, I really like the first and last tip.

[@Hike-it]

Thanks so much! Appreciate the insight, Happy trails my friend 🙌

[@dcordry]

Good job!

[@Hike-it]

Thanks so much! 🙏

[@660adv]

hey Tazz. I'm 6' and 175lbs. if I'm using the OR helium ii over 3 other layers like you do any idea what size I should go for?

[@Hike-it]

I'm 6'5 and weigh 210. Size XL fits me perfect. I also have a short torso for someone my size. I'd say a Large or XL

[@fje00]

i like the sunglasses. 😎 what are they?

[@onefoxstudio]

Nice tricks. How do You do your dishes during winter ?

[@Hike-it]

Thanks Cem! I use packed snowballs and scrub my pot in the same fashion with my hands.

[@onefoxstudio]

@@Hike-it Thanks ! I tried and it works; i was not packing it :)

[@Hike-it]

@@onefoxstudio Awesome 🙌

[@marcovanhorck]

Dave Morrow?. Does he make video in the future?,,we mis his vlogs to...Wish him the best..

[@Hike-it]

Dave has been filming non stop. He's definitely got some awesome videos in the works 🙌

[@adamf.4823]

Which sleep mask is that?

[@jaymontgomery3330]

Agree with taking less food, you're not going to starve. With the weight you save, you can bring a luxury item like a pillow.

[@Hike-it]

For sure! Much Love my friend! 🙌

[@macmcmillen6282]

Not sure I'd want my senses so muted while sleeping when backpacking in bear country. Interesting tips, though.

[@Hike-it]

Thanks buddy. I had a really hard time with it first... I'm not too worried about the black bears where I hike though. Would think twice about it if I was hiking in Grizzly territory.

[@macmcmillen6282]

@@Hike-it Thanks bud. I live in griz country so it's something I think about. Being smart with where you store food, where you setup an outdoor "kitchen" (it shouldn't be next to where you sleep), etc, goes a long way with reducing bear encounters. Black bears definitely don't have the same "attitude" as grizzlies. :)

[@Hike-it]

@@macmcmillen6282 the only animal in the country that I have a healthy fear for is the grizzly bear! Have read a lot about the subject but haven't spent much time in those areas. Super appreciate your insight. Trapped in my bubble a little bit in the PNW. Will make a note to include variables like that in future videos 🙌

[@macmcmillen6282]

@@Hike-it Glad to help in a limited way, Iron. I love grizzly bears; they truly are amazing animals. That said, I have the healthiest respect for them as well. I never go on hikes or backpacking without my bear spray. It's just as important, probably more so, as any of my other gear. Anyway, I've probably taken up too much of your time, so will sign off now. Keep the great videos coming!

[@nicoleandjoshbaldwin4228]

Bro!😂😂😂😂

[@JD-ms7xw]

How do you clean? “With dirt?” Yeah, probably not gonna have a clean bowl

[@Thedunbars77]

The dirt soaks up the mess and when it’s dry you just brush it out. Key is using very dry dirt and brushing it out after. Works great!