Overnight Backpacking | $200 TEMU Camping Challenge

[@CampingwithSamBananas]

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[@YaknTackle]

suggestion for next banana flask fill: Woodford Reserve Double Oaked

[@froggie2505]

Won’t be buying things from Temu but like what you do!! 😊

[@Colichemarde]

Regardless of who's equipment you're reviewing, I really like your philosophy of encouraging people to start out cheap. I agree that you don't need the most expensive gear to have a great time. I went out last night at the Manistee National Forest. My frying pan was from Goodwill. My ground cover was a free piece of plastic I got when ordering some roofing tin. I had a great time. You Sir, are spot on.

[@marshared]

I find these videos super helpful. I can’t afford the things most KZbinrs show on their channels. So thank you Sam!

[@ChristopherAnderson-tz8ym]

Sam been watching for a very long time and you’ve definitely gotten into shape. Love it! Seeing you grow as a person and as an influencer is awesome! Keep grinding cause you have solid loyal fan base!

[@Greg-tk3sf]

Totally agree with you on budget gear when starting out backpacking. Another advantage to this is that you get to discover what is important to you. Everyone is different, the gear you end up with will reflect this. Also not every trip is the same. The process of discovering what works for you will give you the knowledge to outfit yourself based on the trip.

[@khamen723]

I like your channel, Sam. I feel your videos are very honest, being that you always include things that don’t go as planned.

[@shannoncombs3036]

As you crush the beer cans place them under the legs to keep them from sinking in the ground.

[@NovaScotiaSouthShore]

Great video as usual Sam. Always love watching your adventures. Thanks for taking me along.

[@CarolPearse-q3w]

I buy from Temu myself, some things are good some not so much, nice to shop local if you can, but a lot of us can’t, sometimes you get what you pay for, other times you get a bargain, good job, love your videos,!

[@dangunn6961]

Mmmm , mmmm. Mississippi grits for breakfast. My old achy bones don't care for tent camping but I did camp in an overnight astronomy field in my truck a week ago. I saw millions of stars and the Andromeda galaxy.

[@kevinthames4893]

That dinner while camping is what dreams are made of

[@cardlackey2527]

Your hiking intros keep getting better and better. Love the shots.

[@billmitchell7731]

I use Coleman brand. Good price and pretty good quality. I've never had a leaky rent.

[@CampingwithSamBananas]

Love Coleman stuff I think it's a great brand

[@billmitchell7731]

​ @@CampingwithSamBananas👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@Kaufeetimevideo]

Coolers Lanters (of all types) Cook stoves Tents sleeping bags Everything a person needs to enjoy the outdoors. Coleman is a brand a family can rely on.

[@walterdanielswalter.r.dani7628]

i've bought budget gear in the past(multiple times) before nearly 50yrs in Alaska taught me that top quality gear works out better in the end. Love your channel Sam

[@cuz129]

You can also rent camping gear, world class stuff for a few days at a time for pretty cheap. You ought to consider doing a video renting top of the line gear for cheap. Several companies do that.

[@ABQSentinel]

I'm really surprised Sam's channel doesn't have a lot more subscribers. Definitely an underrated channel!

[@CampingwithSamBananas]

I appreciate that!! We'll keep working toward 100k 💪

[@GeoffreyWilliams742]

@@CampingwithSamBananasWishing you and Steve Wallis would do a campout together.

[@ABQSentinel]

@@GeoffreyWilliams742 Oh, that would be awesome if Sam and Steve could do a collab video!

[@watp6528]

​@@ABQSentinel Sam,Steve, and Kevin from Small plots camping together 😊

[@johnjohnson5510]

I agree Sam does an interesting camp channel been watching him for quite a wile

[@spiderthenimble]

Something I learned from another channel - On my get-home bag and my bug-in bag and my camping backpack I have changed the zipper toggles to red for where I keep my first aide kit and day-glow green for where I keep my fire starting materials. I took it a step further by adding a blue zipper toggle for where I keep all my hydration items and water filtration. Love the vids mate.

[@justnature1900]

Thats crazy a fire has never chased the bugs off for me

[@wanderlore8875]

It's the smoke. Smoke confuses the insects and they don't bite. Same with bees wasps hornets yellow jackets

[@marywalker2896]

Me neither i wish.

[@justnature1900]

@@marywalker2896 right ive neen told use wet stuff to make more smoke blah blah blah mosquito dont care lol

[@tzavitz]

As a longtime scout leader and backpacker, I would say there is a middle ground. Buy a good but not overly expensive tent so you don’t have miserable nights that scare you away from camping. I’ve seen so many people that buy ultra cheap tents that sometimes don’t make it through the first weekend. Save money on cheap cooking gear and buy a basic esbit style stove to start. Water bottles are free too. Sleeping bags can be cheap but are heavier. Balance your spending without going crazy.

[@fire7side]

I'm putting together a budget kit also. Most from Amazon, some from Temu. I got a Teton Sports Hiker backpack which I really like. Really transfers the weight to the hips and adjusts to my 6ft2in torso. I bought a cold weather bag from Temu. It's duck down so it weighs 3.5 lbs, but it's really warm. I already had a 2.5 lb duck down summer bag. You don't have to spend a lot of money anymore. Big deal, I carry an extra 5 lbs.

[@bryansmith5876]

Cool video I appreciate the TEMU gear review. I had feeling that handle was going to melt, Thanks Sam.......Peace

[@nattydred2593]

I remember going through old, cheap tent and sleep system that I spent more than 50 nights in, and finding that while it's still totally serviceable, it smells bad and there's no way to get the smell out. Glad I didn't spend a ton on it. Love the titanium spoon and anodized aluminum pots and kettle. Super tough, light and serviceable.

[@giggigidy6998]

Good to see you out again Sam. I can't wait for temps to drop a little. I'm ready to get out there myself.

[@mrnegativity7056]

I would say that if you buy a cheap tent from Temu and there is a chance of rain bring a waterproof tarp that you can cover it with, well a cheap tent wherever you buy it might need a tarp

[@timgearinjr9962]

sam , WHERE IS THE RAIN ! best wishes tim , kelly and the dogs

[@loribordelon9796]

I love the banana flask intro! Makes me smile every time!

[@michaelwaldeck7081]

It’s very similar to a Denali tent we paid $200 for. Comes down to waterproofing and quality of material.

[@celestebroughton9994]

I enjoy watching your videos especially with the dogs

[@CampingwithSamBananas]

Thanks! They will be back soon 🐕‍🦺

[@briansessler1573]

Well said. Make sure you like it before you buy it. I mean hobby wise.

[@CMoore8539]

Wow Sam!! It’s Beautiful up there!!!♥️

[@SQWIB]

There is a balance to be found Sam. certain things you can go budget on, others I recommend getting gear that is safe especially if you will be exposed to harsh environments, cold, wind rain etc... Proper gear for the environment you will be in. Summer folks camping near home or a state park can experiment with cheap (inexpensive), however, if you are on a river or backpacking deep in the woods or will experience inclement weather you better pray your gear is adequate. Don't cheap out on Shelter, Sleep gear and clothing but that doesn't mean spend a fortune either, find that balance. Also some food for thought... Quality gear can be sold off easily if someone decides that camping isn't for them. And I agree, car camping gear is a lot more affordable, for one you are in a protected environment and probably on a road to bail if there is an issue, so your gear can be a bit on the budget side.

[@CampingwithSamBananas]

Good points bud!

[@derekneumann]

NCT, Baby!! The NCT runs right through my hometown of lovely Petoskey, Michigan. It actually is right by house in town. I have walked, hiked, and biked on the NCT sections in Northern lower peninsula of MI so much in my life. "follow the blue blazes!"

[@joewarrell4455]

Sam, your a good guy. Always learninng something different. When we stop learning, we stop growing. Keep growing. YOUR SAM BANANAS!!

[@CampingwithSamBananas]

I appreciate that!

[@loricrane5315]

Great for a beginner. But that pan set would not hold up for a serious backpacker or camper.

[@ReneVandyk]

Hi Sam thank you for showing the camp 🏕️ gear it helps how to get started 😊

[@LazerR0cketB0mb]

Thank you for another great video Sam. It's always enjoyable to adventure with you.

[@Bob-wg1oy]

I like the product reviews and new gadgets you mix it in in a good way

[@CampingwithSamBananas]

I appreciate that!

[@blaqfish]

Thanks for saying you don’t have to buy the most expensive gear. I am just beginning camping since retirement and I am 72 and a widow. I bought what I thought was a good Ozark trail tent and made a fire my first as my husband used to grill out for us , we never went camping, and had fun with my dog on the lake and then foolishly posted pictures in a camp group I joined on Facebook. Well one woman took one look at my tent and wrote I should have bought a Gazelle as everyone knows that is the best tent there is and what was I thinking buying a cheap tent and solo camping with it. I was thinking it was what I could afford. Her comments really hurt but I just replied thank you. Maybe she has the money or her husband does but I do not but I don’t want to deny myself the enjoyment of driving somewhere knew. It rained the last night I was there and I packed out in the rain laughing because I slept peacefully and walked long walks three times a day and used the swings at Ft McAllister on the lake and took pictures of the sunset and had tea in the morning in peace. Why can’t people just go back to, if you don’t have anything good to say just be quiet. Sorry for the rant. I enjoyed your video and learned a few things too. Thank you

[@SQWIB]

Some people are just mean or clueless, I encounter this but rarely on my channel. Truth is, if you put yourself out on any social media platform your gonna need a tougher skin. Please don't let the negative comments get you down, concentrate on the positive comments. It's sad but you can get 100 comments 99 good and 1 bad and the negative comment always hits the hardest and if you let it, the negative comment will overshadow the nice comments. FWIW, Constructive criticism is not mean, but how it is said that can be mean. The old saying is true, the squeaky wheel gets the oil, hang in there and let the positive comments over ride the negative ones.

[@papasmurf1904]

Good one Sammy......really enjoyed watching! Your videos are relaxing for me man! 👍👍

[@ImperienCypher]

This AI-generated video was VERY convincing and I would have been completely fooled by it if not for one obvious error... ... It forgot to include the rain! 🤣

[@CampingwithSamBananas]

🤣

[@pofishing5129]

Enjoyed your perspective...you made your video entertaining enough that it didn't seem like a long infomercial

[@dennisdugger7975]

Quaker Instant grits??? GAH!!!!!! Please Sam, don't do that to yourself. Yellow grits, cooked 20 minutes with salt and butter. If not possible in camp, eat some kind of Nature Valley bar. Well, my southern soul gets riled sometimes.

[@brigidholland5571]

I agree with your philosophy about starting out with cheap gear to get a taste of what the adventure reality is. I've seen so many people waste money on gear that they will only use once or twice.

[@CampingwithSamBananas]

Right!

[@flippinwithamy3397]

I have two of those headlamps. I’ve tried others, but those are the best. I also have a backpack from Temu. It’s good enough.

[@CampingwithSamBananas]

Yes! Good enough would be a great way to describe it 🤣

[@farmhouse43]

This is one of my favorite vid locations man! Little overgrown in the summertime but always looks legit in that spot.

[@theforface]

Another pleasant outing with the flask master himself. After all "I'm Sam Bananas...and I have diarrhea from drinking poop water." lol

[@TripRockAdventures]

Buying cheap risky gear is kinda fun, and if a sponsor sends it-then why not try it, crap or decent gear. You mostly get what you pay for.. good video.. ignore your uneducated temu haters, business is business..i dont buy from temu but if they send me something free im gona attempt to use it. I just use Amazon mostly, same stuff for the most part..

[@KarenPrudensLetsStitchMakeup]

Great video Sam. Love this challenge using affordable camping items. 😊👍

[@CampingwithSamBananas]

Always nice to see ya Karen!

[@MintIncorporated]

You keep pumping out great things 💪

[@katlynncok2]

I love your videos . I have several of the Temu camping pieces . I loved you twinkling eye ❤

[@CampingwithSamBananas]

Very cool! I'm going to do this again soon.

[@skdjirrrdjdm3926]

Beautiful scenery, great video as always. The whole family always looks forward to when you drop a new video.

[@LindaStein-ze8bk]

You should get you a therma cell Sam. I hate being sucked dry by mosquitos. I appreciate all of your comments as to the buying of gear. I totally agree. Until you know that you are going to like it and have time, don't invest a ton of $$$. Appreciate your content and bringing us somethings to watch to get our minds off of our own problems in life. I have always enjoyed your adventures. Keep them coming Sam. Best wishes to Ms. Bananas.

[@swamprat191919]

You can always use the drawstrings on your bags to extend the stake out points

[@lostsheep664866]

Yea start a series of budget camps like Walmart, Amazon, etc. great video I can’t wait for color weather just to hot in Mississippi.

[@outdoorhappybrenda2573]

You might want to test that out in the rain every review that I have seen on their tents none of them were waterproof including the epic disaster of my daughter's tent, her and her family got flooded out and a broken Pole. Check the seams in the tent and the zipper. But another great video, thanks for sharing it with us.

[@standsproud]

Another great video Sam. I truly enjoy your content. I read through the comments and I see there a little pushback about temu. I love getting great deals so it doesn't bother me one bit. I buy cheap stuff on Amazon and Walmart and the dollar store even. Because it's affordable. I want cool stuff just like the next guy and like most Americans I live on a budget. Anything cheap comes from China nowadays. Cheap is sadly just what most of us can afford nowadays. Ty for giving us some examples of affordable geer!

[@sammydepaolo]

Who cares where you got the stuff as long as you got a good deal way to go brother keep them coming

[@adventureswithken1983]

So I whole heartedly agree you don't need to buy the most expensive gear out there to get started. I will say this tho, if you buy what you can afford and even if it's middle of the road gear, you're better off. Plus is you buy better & more expensive gear, if you can, the resale value is more than cheap stuff. But again, as you said, buying cheap stuff works. I have about $2000 worth of gear I take on my yearly hunting trip to the mountains with me, one of the best things is a $1 Ozarks Trail lantern I found on clearance. It goes with me on every trip I make. What lighting do you use for filming at night?

[@froggie2505]

I just found him! Glad I did! ❤love camping,!

[@CampingwithSamBananas]

Right on!

[@davidyummus6259]

Good advice Sam,... If you want to waste money on a fanciful whim because you think it looks like fun then get Married 😂 Cheers from Aussie Dave from PA 😁

[@shannoncombs3036]

You do have the string that came with the tent to hang your backpack with instead of the trash bag.

[@shannoncombs3036]

The internal pump for the sleeping mat requires you to open that valve on that pump. It has a one way valve to allow air to be drawn in as the foam pump expands.

[@stevelovesmusic4788]

I look so forward to the banana flask when you get to your destination and get things settled or you just decide to take a hit I love it..... 😂

[@WIZ-IN-PA]

Awesome! Thanks Sam!

[@rickthomas3344]

Thanks for another great video Sam

[@HikerBikerMoter]

You can buy a affordable tent that "may" leak but even a cheap tarp will save the day. Skip the sleep pad and buy a cheaper sleepmat, wirks just as well. Nylon sleep bag, nylon jacket not pricey down. Latter will be bulkier but decidedly manageable. And plenty of cheap butane: boil your water and ZERO bacteria/virus too. Just like that you can enjoy the wild outdoors to your hearts delight 🏕🏕🏕🏕 👍 Add-dont forget your camp chair 😅

[@CampingwithSamBananas]

Right on!

[@2DogsAndAMan]

When I first got into bushcraft and camping I thought I needed all the gear and gadgets. Then after realizing how little time I have due to work I’m happy getting out and using a tarp and trash bags for a bed and shelter. Yeah I’ve bought more gear over time but I know I don’t need top dollar equipment. I live in Kansas City so any time I want to camp it’s almost an hour drive and on packed public camping land with designated spots. Even when I drive 3 hours to a conservation it’s all rules and regulations for everything. But a bit more on the wild side if I go hiking

[@CampingwithSamBananas]

Sounds about right 👍

[@f5tornado2002]

We love you to Sam. Keep on making these great videos. Hell who knows the next time you come to Ga. We may meet and camp out and have a awesome time

[@valbain209]

My daughter says that you can use hand sanitizer on your mosquito bites.

[@wanderlore8875]

Any vinegar will do also on any bite or sting

[@rickwhitson2804]

I bought a backpack from temu for 22 dollars. I promise you it's not bad. I wouldn't do a through hike on the at with it. But it's not bad

[@flippinwithamy3397]

I started off with a cheap tent from Walmart and learned that I like hammocks better.

[@CampingwithSamBananas]

Right on! I enjoy hammocks as well and I do use them sometimes.

[@johnkeenan5404]

There is a postal law called de minimis that allows companies like Temu to mail anything under $800 directly to individuals the do not pay duty on it. In addition they are considered a “transitional “ country under the UPU agreement so they can mail to the US at a substantial postal discount. I get it that sponsorship is necessary for KZbinrs but I prefer they support countries not picking the US taxpayers pocket. Especially ones that are adversaries on the world stage.

[@marshared]

We are getting screwed from every angle, I don’t think it’s fair to put that on Sam shoulders for this one video. Our government for example.

[@thenatedog]

maybe once you start drinking the temu lemonade (creating an account) its fine, but man the website is so irritating how it forces you to spin that stupid spinner.

[@246810335]

the fungus you find growing on dead and sometimes living trees, apparently repels mosquitoes when you light it and leave it smouldering.

[@CampingwithSamBananas]

Hmmm 🤔

[@kirkvermont7965]

Yass! Richie Bananas 🍌 is back again! Cheers buddy!

[@shannoncombs3036]

I have watched all your videos from the start to the current. I think you would really enjoy the outdoors more if you took some cooking lessons and make great dinners and traditional breakfast. Way more energy for you. Oh and a “woooo” count meter would be so funny😁 Big fan and looking forward to the next video.

[@CampingwithSamBananas]

I appreciate that! I usually skip breakfast outside camping but part of the problem is keeping that perishable food fresh overnight. I plan to start doing real bacon and eggs type of stuff when I start incorporating more car camping

[@Steve-Goff]

With your chair sinking, I wonder if placing some cork coasters under the feet would help. They weigh very little and would hardly take up any space in your backpack

[@HookingGoodCreationsbyTinaC]

Great video Sam. 😊

[@robertuffman3041]

game changer, i did not know there were instant cheese grits.

[@RNX001]

Great channel Sam! Keep going!👍🤙

[@toddbritton3221]

Another fun informative video 👍👍

[@josephpapa8312]

Keep the videos coming Sam!

[@helenstone9711]

Loved the challenge Sam!!! Great video, you look like a new man 😊 Hubby was pleased to see you sipping on a drop of Monkey Shoulder 😅. Much love as always, Helen and Wayne in the UK 😊

[@BarryRosen-io6jh]

Hey Sam , I found a strawberry flask online ❤ I'm gonna get the banana and the strawberry 😊 . I can't drink but ice coffee sounds good in them

[@CampingwithSamBananas]

Sounds great!

[@marlinburcham1876]

The amount/type of gear you THINK you need when starting versus what you will actually use are vastly different. Some things are worth spending money on… some not. I still use a $50 Walmart awning every time I camp. I’ve never used my Dutch Oven.

[@jonhughes4550]

Thanks Sam

[@nicholasharrold5369]

they make a little mat to go on the bottom of ur chair so u dont sink in the mud i got one from temu for a couple bucks and they work very well

[@CampingwithSamBananas]

I'll check it out 👍

[@CarolinaChrisOutdoors]

I finally found a banana flask! 👍🏻

[@CampingwithSamBananas]

Right on!

[@vacationocean]

Sam, quick heads up on recent developments with your sponsor you should consider. The Arkansas Attorney General has sued Temu, the Chinese shopping app, for allegedly accessing and selling user data without consent.

[@williammcginley3448]

Cool video, Sam! Keep it up! Billy from Kansas.

[@cmiller1251]

Damn Sam you looking svelt these days sir!! way to silently inspire. 🤙

[@cuz129]

Nice job, Sam!

[@dorzy207]

I ordered a nice couch off temu and a damn Lego set came

[@lowermichiganadventures]

15:47 the problem with the sleeves is it’s a pain to get them in and out without the pulling apart

[@GrandFatherOutdoors]

I hear you on starting cheap, just to see if it is for you. Buy cheap and improve as you can. I do like the bottom part of that tent. Place it under you big tarp, just to keep the bugs away when you sleep. Where's the rain? I knew that wasn't you normal gear when you walked by the camera. You left 90% of your gear at home LOL

[@smallplots]

Hell yeah! Any gear you think you'll be using again after this?

[@CampingwithSamBananas]

For sure! I think I'll get some use out of the cook set. I don't know at this point if the tent is waterproof, but it's very serviceable otherwise. The sleeping bag is great for summer. 100% I'll be taking the long spoon on future trips. Definitely some decent pieces in that pack for sure.

[@linahanselman-om9xg]

Too many commercials...but good video!!

[@loucelestino2879]

like your videos. GLOVES!!! Seeing a lot of “leaves of three” 😵‍💫

[@1954shadow]

To my camping buddy, Stu, time to get the tents pitched and have a snort or two from the, banana flask.

[@kathyvalencia9300]

Hello Sam happy your back

[@CampingwithSamBananas]

Happy you're watching, thank you!