Kit mentality Useage vs Investment

[@chertmonkey2368]

Only education allows a person to tell the difference between a Teacher and a Salesman… Keep teaching Dave.

[@YankeeWoodcraft]

1/2 a decade old and I'm still watching them.

[@phillipdavis5241]

Once on the AT, I met an old woman who knew how to be an "ultralight" camper. She carried a blanket, a #12 castiron fry pan, a pocket knife, a gt canteen, & a walking stick, and that's it! She lived in woods for 10 yrs, after her husband died.

[@wallaceknifeworkshomestead]

Good Vid!! Has anyone else noticed Daves sense of humor and smile is showing up more? Thats a good thing I think. !

[@ashleywhite4364]

I love the way you think and justify each and every decision or non-decision. So deliberate, so confident, never arrogant. Great vid Dave.

[@hazedawg22]

Dave honestly dude. in my opinion I think these are the best kinds of videos other than over nightiers and general bushcraft. I love seeing your kit and trying to reduce and improve mine. thanks for the vid! -Hayes

[@TheGrayman1234]

A weird thing that I carry is a scotch eyed auger for bushcraft. Need a stool, table or hammer? Bam! Now does everyone need one? No, but I have had a lot of interest in that one little piece of kit and it has come in so handy for me. Had a fellow camping leader come up to me after trying to drive tent pegs with a rock (after he forgot his hammer) and I made him a wooden mallet in about 10 minutes. Bam! He thought the world of that and his son loved it. That is what bushcraft and self sufficiency is all about.

[@MichaelTravis12c27]

Great timing on this video. I am in the process of trying to pare down and weed the crap out of my kit. Thanks for posting this Dave.

[@RobertTheo]

I guess some people do not buy into the benefits of older more natural materials. Fact is wool is heavy but does not burn like synthetics do and will keep you warm even if wet. I really agree with Dave's approach to bush craft and lite camping. Simple & Robust is better, period. The Skills to thrive with little more than the basics is what SURVIVAL is about. Dragonheartsurvival.

[@CrotalusKid1]

I really like this style of kit. I am currently building a similar kit as money allows. Thanks for all you do for everybody here on KZbin Dave!

[@jacobsnell6214]

Dave, I appreciate you preaching the basics. An educated and experienced outdoorsman doesn't need a whole lot to survive and you are living proof.

[@kcolmore1]

Dave watching your videos have helped me in so many ways, but the most important thing I got from you is taking items that have more than one use. I have cut my weight by a lot doing this. Thanks Brother.

[@wildernessfreak81]

You got sleep pretty close to the fire for that temp.I have been there in that temp. without a blanket. You really have to keep that fire feed with big logs. The wool blanket on the the ground is the most important to keep the cold ground from pulling the heat off you. Nice Kit! I enjoy watching your videos, because you really get out there and try new things.

[@mshockley17]

One thing that has never changed since the first videos you put out is the mentality to always opt to go tool heavy. The RIGHT tools. Its one of the thousand of pages I've taken from your playbook, and my dirt time has been far more enjoyable because of it. Also IMO I don't think your kit has evolved that much over the last three or so years. Components may be switched out here in there but its basically been the same for a long time. A testament to having the right tools that are multifunctional and reliable. I enjoyed this video, chief.

[@lewton33]

I love the way you navigate through the woods.

[@donnya1000]

Very informative for all levels of interest. A kit that is distilled down to essentials from a man who walks the walk. Thanks Dave.

[@omarandcarrie]

I think these videos help keep many of us on focused on the essentials. Thanks Dave!

[@Waldhandwerk]

Great gear and equipment. Looks very functional and good.

[@diegoromerocicloturismo3454]

You're absolutely clear and concise. Great job Dave.

[@MrTriguer1]

Beautiful leather pouches you have! Thanks for all the videos so far, cant say i've watched all 861 of them, but i sure as hell have watched a bunch and it helps me grow not only as a person but also as a nature loving type of guy. Will be excited for your future TV series so be sure to keep them as informative as your youtube videos! Many thanks from Portugal

[@GhoulishCop]

Thanks for a great in-depth look at your packs. As someone new to this, I can easily succumb to buying all sorts of shiny products on display in the store (I've already done some of that!), while a better use of money and time would be spent on just acquiring items I need and know how to use. I'm not an outdoorsman, so my goal this year is to slowly build up my supplies and become proficient in their use. Thanks again!= for a great video.

[@Mylokx215]

One of your best videos to date. Excellent description of woodcraft/bushcraft

[@JPVersionofthings]

Good Morning from the uk. Right now my eyes are closing but thank you for keeping me awake by your great videos!

[@FrankAdkins_nccfrank]

Dave, I admire you for all you do and also as a man of God. My question is, how can someone get their companion interested in survival ideology? Your wife is an inspiration and wonderful helper to you. I have felt prompted by God to do prepping for sometime now and i have been burning up your you tubes videos to learn all I can. I appreciate any info you can provide. God bless you my friend. Your brother in Christ and fellow vet, Frank Adkins

[@JohneKirkwood]

one suggestion... I like to carry 2 20oz swiss canteens instead of one 32oz bottle because when one is done, I can start disinfecting it and drink from the other. It doesn't weigh much more than just one bottle too. Plus, the cordage that holds the cork on, i use jute twine as a backup tinder source if i absolutely need it. anyway, thank you so much for all that you do. and fyi, i just made my first purchases from your site, french tradesman knife, a couple blanket pins and some takedown arrows. I'm loving them. God bless Brother!

[@YaddaYaddaWarden]

I've watched gobs of your videos, but I've never seen you address what you use for taking a dump in the woods. You don't seem to carry toilet paper. Most leaves aren't worth a damn, and if you are in pine country are REALLY worthless. Snow, if it has the texture to make snowballs, ain't too bad (it scrapes things away nicely) but, personally, I'd rather carry something made for the job. How about doing a video about doing your business in the woods?

[@TheKlickitat]

Dave, a suggestion: When you make your multifunctional flint striker, make a wide edge with a hole in it for using as an arrow shaft straightening tool and maybe a half round cut out on the inside of one of the rails for scraping arrow shafts.

[@MultiRusty111]

Very helpful.I've been following your videos for a few years now,Dave.In fact it's what started me into bushcraft.I bring many of the same items the ten C's,I always bring a redundancy of items as far as cutting tools,combustion kit,tinder kit,fishing kit,snare wire,my m.s.s.,a tarp or my two man dome tent.I've acquired more knowledge and learned new skills through practice instead of being someone who just wants to show what they bring into the woods with them.I spend quite a few nights myself throughout the year at my permanent camp where I have time to practice skills.Unfortunately there are no survival courses in my area to take.

[@northof50now]

Interesting vid Dave. I consider Ray Mears the ambassador of bushcraft. I've seen him use vintage equipment as well as contemporary. Bushcraft is the art of using the bounty of nature. We can enjoy bushcraft from a tent or tarp, bag or blanket, cloth pack or one made of man--made material. It has nothing to do with your kit; how much or how little. It has to do with what's in your head and your heart.

[@argument1582]

These videos will be forever awesome

[@riselikethephoenix1]

Dave... I dissagree with some things you say and do once in a while... But... This is the best pack video ive ever seen. Mine is set up 90% the exact same way. Ive kept wondering why guys made videos of theyre packs and included such goofy stuff. This is a mans pack Sir, and i respect you for it.

[@onesimpleman5595]

Great vids Dave, and thanks you have got me and my 8yr old son him mainly off the couch and into the woods. finally got him away from the video games, every weekend we go hiking and practice some of the set ups that you teach, every night we search thru your videos to see what we are going to try the next outing with in reason of course but really thanks again. will be posting some of the vids on my channel soon

[@LoneWoodpecker]

I saw a guy last year, who bought a portable frame to hang his hammock. That was kinda weird. :) Good quality gear is important, no question. And it doesn´t have to be expensive. My polish tarp tent is awesome, 35 years old and cost me next to nothing for what it is. Great vid, Dave!

[@scottydog636]

Awesome video. It's always great to have Daves educated insight to help me to decide on what to carry in my pack. I tend to pack more things in mine. I love the oil skin bag.

[@kulyon]

Have you ever used silky saws? I have the big boy 300mm and the gomtaro 300 mm. I think they are superior saws compared to the bahco as far as putting a saw into a kit. Also I think it is better than a bow saw because you can get it into tighter spots where you could not with a bow saw. They are so good to the point where if you have not tried them it is worth the investment in my opinion to check at least the bigboy from silky. I think you will have a new favorite saw.

[@scoutingfreegermany]

Onve again a great video Dave! I think the more you know and the more you're bushcraft ablilities are, the lighter your backpack will get.

[@brucewayne-cave]

Very well done demonstration and explanation.

[@Vx777infonet]

I like your comments about Crafting in this video, Lately I just say I have been in or out of the craft to those who know what I mean. The point is crafting in the field or bench, I would say that is what makes it different from camping, you "Craft" your way, or part of the way, or as much as you like.

[@Nitrisbot]

This has to be one of your best vids Dave.

[@ErnestLingerfelt]

Good vid brother / as a former Scout Master I have seen Scouts carry 80lb packs that there parents said they need for an over night stay and had to have others carry there stuff back out of the valley because it was to much stuff

[@mattlove2110]

I really like that kit Dave, I'm going to re-address my kit as I've just recently changed over to a backpacking pack with a 5 gallon bucket inside. I do however have too much added weight but then again I'm not as skilled as you are but I do think it's over packed. Thanks for the video!

[@kullcraven]

Very nicely done. Well planned and you have very little but , you have alot more then you need still, so even with the little you have, you have luxury out there. Which is how we all should set up out kit. We work with the 5 c,s and build around that. I see you got dislikes. I get a dislike once in awhile and i rewatch the video and cannot see why the heck. Used to bug me for i make vids to help and share my knowledge. Tho now i see it is just someone just being rude and it has nothing to do with the video. For you did a great video and well done. take care dave.

[@michaelray3108]

I really enjoy your kit videos Dave.

[@EmanP223]

Another good, worthwhile video. Thanks Dave!

[@philiptruitt]

Thanks, Dave!

[@Zedoutdoors]

Great video as always, a huge thanks all the way from here in London ~Peace~

[@NoogaNewb]

Thanks, Dave. I appreciate your posts from Las Vegas, but I've got to say, you look much more comfortable back in the woods.

[@1crimm]

Thanks Dave, I appreciate your knowledge bro.

[@theonebighoss]

Thanks for all the info and training Dave!! I've learned more watching these vids than I could have ever imagined. Keep up the good work!!

[@BorealWoodsrunner]

LOL great vid Dave as always :)...just a side note I no longer use a cotton shirt/cloth to make char cloth I now use blue jeans... works just as well

[@aru05001]

I'm usually seriously against the "3uses or chuck it without thinking"-mentallity, but I love that Esee thing, Looks really good for getting leverage when using ropes to lift things by looping around several times, or to connect two ropes, and many other uses.

[@wolfpox]

Fascinating and practical, keep up the great work Dave.

[@NZHALKO2]

Great! One of the best kit instruction videos ever!

[@The420Landshark]

Great video & information Dave. I always look forward to your videos. Thank you

[@Patriotalliance]

The more you carry in your head the less you have to carry in your pack. Great video Dave - Cheers

[@warriorup8622]

Awesome video Dave! I enjoy all of them and have learned a lot from them. Big fan.

[@wirerat99]

I like that steel striker, is there a way to mount a bearing in the middle? That way it would not heat up on you. Nice video, thanks Joe

[@paulie4x1]

Yeah Dave, very imformative, and I not only agree with your philosophy but I have just about what you carry. Thanx Dave, I'm also getting some cooking and stainless canteen from your store, again great video.

[@rachavya]

You hit the nail on the head! The more you know, the less you need carry. Also, if you CAN spend some extra money (but continue to bring skills with you), you can drive weight down even further. You can switch to a higher-tech pack, exchange a blanket for a sleeping bag, carry a 4-season tent and so on. With lowered minimum-kit weight, you could easily afford to add comfort items, such as a spare pair of high-tech, fast-drying underwear, shirt, and pants. Or maybe a Nomad 7 4-watt solar panel to keep your RCR123-powered headlamp and smartphone running indefinitely. Why carry a smartphone, especially if you're likely out of range? Well, you might want to take a picture, shoot a movie, record some animal sounds, dictate some thoughts, or carry some reading material in the form of bits. Head to the hills to escape civilization, not to build muscles by carrying it on your back!

[@opx999er]

Where can I get a big ferro rod like that? I love the size of that!

[@CommonCentsOutdoorsman]

Nice leathery looking kit... love it!

[@schmojo33]

So then what do you use for toilet paper? A roll of tp or what do you have available in your area?

[@TheLanWoo]

Awesome Video. I just bought me a single shot 12g and I love it.

[@48plaster]

the best videos on camping bushcraft and survival on you tube by far in my opinion and dispels a lot of bullshit.

[@Uncas0813]

I'm waitin' to hear back from Tentsmiths about how to order one of their 8x8 oilskin tarp's. I can't wait...love your vids'...Thanks Dave.

[@davidtheobald3449]

Dave i would love to see you talk about all the problems and possibilities of a northwoods canoe trip. I see it as way different than your type of wood craft that you do. help us out. Thanks

[@akn7able]

Dave as always thanks for the videos I really enjoyed this one. In my case because of cerebral palsy and bulging disc in my back weight has become a issue for me.

[@signguyxxx]

David Canterbury! It was cool to meet you in vegas at shot show! hope you liked my city! haha maybe you got some inspiration to do some stuff on desert survival???

[@Llamadosalvaje]

I like so much your videos and mindset. I see you since your discovery TV show. Congratulations for all and the best wishes for ever bro!

[@congamike1]

I love everything about this video. Thanks Dave

[@tomsmith4608]

Thanks for the new video. Great as always.

[@donuszko1]

you're awesome Dave!!!!

[@maximus78028]

Question: would it be a good idea or use of space if the queen size blanket was wrapped with the shelter tarp (water proof) and then strapped to the bottom of the pack? This would free on the inside pack, to throw in the haversack or for gathering materials. Just a thought... Maybe it's all about what works for your area.

[@RustyGunn7]

Thank you. Nice educational video.

[@tomritter493]

cant beat that kit well I don't use wool blankets but if they work for you by all means go for it

[@Kayakwinds]

I think this is an excellent video. I do have to scratch my head over the fascination folks have with fire kit items. Certainly, redundancy is good. Ferro rods, lighters and magnifying glasses make sense. But a bow drill? Why? Carry extra lighters or ferro rods on your person or in your pack. Can the bow drill. And if you have ferro rods, I hard pressed to see the reason for classic flint and steel. If you feel the need, just carry even more ferro rods, magnifying glasses and lighters. That's how I see it. The various tinder items--fat wood, etc.--make great sense. I don't think I'm alone on this one. Kochanski , as I recall, expressed a similar sentiment concerning bow drills.

[@RobertTheo]

To Kayakwinds. I just have to comment. Technology, even simple technology, can always let you down, break, or get lost. You need to practice to develop the Skills you may need. If you found yourself without even the simplest of Technology, is a really poor time to learn that you suck at the bow drill. - Dragonheartsurvival

[@Kayakwinds]

Well, from my perspective, there are a huge number of things to learn and practice. Where should one spend their time? More power to those who want to focus on the bow drill. Most of the people that I know using the bow drill have don't even create their own cord. They use para cord or some other modern cord. It also is almost a necessity to have a knife to create the fire board. Dave seems to be using some leather on his bow. But in an emergency where is to come up with that? The three items I list when carried in a redundant fashion should do the job when it comes to fire starting. And if you lose them all, I suggest you are most likely to lose the bow drill as well. Dave suggests, at all costs, to have a knife on your belt. If you have a carbon steel knife on your belt, striking a rock against that knife will give you fire. So I suggest that folks consider what I'm saying and then go from there. Do what you think best.

[@Timber-Wolf]

Another great show and tell Dave :)

[@reconreserve]

I appreciate how you are not a high end gear elitist. Your common man philosophy is a brilliant application of common sense which is always far too uncommon. Step 1) Plan out a system which will include all the essential items that you will need to do whatever you plan on doing (e.g. the 10Cs). Step 2) Within that system identify which items you need to invest in higher quality (according to your needs and means) vs which items you can save on more budget level quality / durability. Step 3) Dirt time.

[@MrR3V3NG3]

Yeah this guy is one of the greats in my eyes. Him and surviver man.

[@themoodybobby1]

Dave I've looked through the comments but didn't see if you were asked where that kephart came from i like it. So i am asking now where did ya get it or make it?

[@danLP07]

I don't know about others but I use your "recommendations" as a guide to my gear selection. Knowing YOUR 5 W's helps me, new to bushcraft, get my 5/10 C's kit better established out of the gate. Quick question: Why a non-coated knife? (I bought a Bushcraft Basic 5" BEFORE seeing the non-coated remark) Thank YOU for all you do.

[@DavidJelsmaBanjo]

Thanks Dave!

[@threeredstars]

Hey Dave, any idea about how bank line would perform in the desert? Would it dry out or tar up my gear? Looks like great stuff. Thanks for your time brother.

[@ABUSHfan]

Bad a** Dave! Great kit tips. I'm definitely lookin into getting into some of the pathfinder classes soon!

[@1990westfalia]

Dave, I like the idea of the steel striker being able to be used as three things, your mantra! Do you think that instead of having the bow drill hand hold, perhaps have a magnify glass embedded into the steel? You could then use it to strike a flint, scrap a fire steel rod and use the sun with char material making it a true fire making tool. Just an idea. Cast Iron Kid

[@hm2mahoney]

Great video !

[@danielrodriguez-ql6il]

Cool video Dave, as of today o can honestly say I have zero woodsman/survival skills. But that's all going to change I'm going to start with the basics and learn what I can as best I can, I don't trust that our society will not collapse, if it does collapse then knowing this stuff might make all the difference between living or being a statistic

[@remraf72]

Another fantastic and very informative video! Keep up the great work.We appreciate your knowledge and expertise. 2 THUMBS UP!

[@dimockfam5]

What about food?

[@AlaskanFrontier1]

***** for the most part i agree but remember a traditional bushcrafter brings only the thing he needs to make or obtain what he needs for life i.e. an axe and saw for shelter-craft, a gun for hunting, and a knife for crafting

[@AlaskanFrontier1]

not to say you are claiming to be a traditional bushcrafter.

[@Thefreshp]

Ones basic needs for survival are basic, but in no way do they constituent one's needs for life! Life is a process of connecting, learning, sharing. These skills are acquired over the course of a lifetime of living with your heart and eyes wide open. So learn basic survival skills now, but don't stop there. A full life is something you cultivate.

[@AlaskanFrontier1]

FRESH PRINCESS i know but im saying these are the requirements of traditional bushcrafter. we must learn our environment and live off of it

[@thomasnugent7602]

Very good. Thank you very much

[@archangel20031]

I like the single action pistols as they are often the same size and fit the same holsters no matter if it's my 10 shot 22 LR or the 6 shot 45 long colt.

[@bushcraftjoe1]

Excellent!

[@munchh2007]

Hi Dave, another great kit vid, but man, what is that pack? Ive been looking for something like that for a while. Thanks for your time.

[@What_If_We_Tried]

A lot of very useful information. Thank-you...

[@GunPowderReign]

would you consider a mosquito net , or are there plants that keep the bugs away,

[@bonvivant55]

Is there a way to repair tear holes in a wool blanket? My dog was one hell of a terror when she was a pup.

[@jeffbuzzard6837]

common gear for the common man, thank's Dave great info.

[@nathanlief]

As always excellent video, would you mind adding the clothing you are wearing into the video description? Really like the hat.

[@DamionJR4923]

I always find Dave's reason for a carbon steel knife interesting. The only reason I have ever heard is in an emergency you can make sparks off the back of the spine. There are many reasons to use carbon steel. It is usually cheaper, easier to sharpen, tougher, and less prone to chipping to name a few. In my opinion his reason is the lowest on the list but an added bonus. Personally I like carbon for my wood processing. I like stainless for food prep and skinning. Like a Becker BK2 and a stainless Mora. Or a Cold Steel SRK carbon V and a Falkniven F1. Just my 2 cents.