Eagle Rock Loop Backpacking Trip

Eagle Rock Loop Backpacking Trip
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Video and Audio Equipment:
Main Camera - Sony a5100 w. kit 16-50mm lens
Other Camera - GoPro Hero 5 Black
Third Camera - GoPro Hero 3+ Silver
Audio - H1 Zoom
Lapel Mic - Sony
Edited using iMovie

[@kevinwhitley4486]

I grew up going up to Camp Albert Pike. lots of familiar scenery, thank you for sharing it. Though he was really young, my eldest got to see a lot of it before they closed the campground after the 2010 flood.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Very cool! Thanks!

[@kinglonestar2760]

Did that one the opposite direction back in April. Water was a tad bit higher by the time we left Albert Pike. Had to road hike back to Blalock creek trailhead. Great trail and worth the drive.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

KINGLONESTAR Sounds like the last time I was out there too. Check out that video if you haven’t already! We got to a point we had to go off trail since we couldn’t find a safe crossing.

[@kinglonestar2760]

Spiguyver Backpacking Are y’all coming to Fall Hang in 2 weeks?

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

KINGLONESTAR yes we are, we have the site right next to Dream Hammock.

[@outdoorpantryinc.debbiecyr2559]

Great video! Nice intro rainman and thanks for sharing our Chicken and Waffles dinner with Spiguyver! 😉

[@krisrexwinkle2830]

I share with him all the time, dont let him tell you otherwise! We ate really well on this trip thanks to you, the chicken pot pie was the star of the weekend!

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

He's lying, he hoards all his food and doesn't share at all! hahaha, no, I think we sample each other's stuff all the time. Chicken and Waffles wasn't what I was expecting, but it was really good, and will be on the "to buy" list!

[@snaponjohn100]

What a beautiful hike! Thank you for bringing us along. Be blessed my friend. John

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed it!

[@krisrexwinkle2830]

Best intro ever! Always love our trips man, thanks as always

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Kris Rexwinkle Gotta work on mine!

[@uptrail7169]

Great job with this video! What an awesome spot on the river to hang a hammock. The water is so clear!

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

That spot was perfect!

[@theimperialsage]

My husband and I did this last year and had a lot of fun. Cant wait to do it again!

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Great trail!

[@All_Things_Out_Doors]

The color of the creek is awesome! So jealous brother, a great trip for sure. Thanks for sharing Mark.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Thanks, there is something in the water that makes it that color in that area, very cool! I can't recall exactly what it is. Thanks man!

[@clarkansas6590]

Good job. Liked water levels better in this one.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Yeah, me too!

[@cjwomack]

Thanks for the video, you capture the trail very well! Just did the hike two weeks ago for my first hiking and camping trip and had a great time. Winding Stair is a beautiful place.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Yes it really is! That is one of the best loops anywhere in the area.

[@texashikeaholicsadventures5651]

We love the Eagle Rock Loop! We did it back in 2015 and plan to go back every year, but something always comes up! Hopefully 2020 will be that year!! Great video! Thanks for sharing!

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

It's a great loop, one of the best in the general area! Thanks!

[@thirstyboots57]

What, no mention of the seven ridges to climb on the Athens-Big Fork Trail? That's the section that I always remember most because it is so challenging!

[@krisrexwinkle2830]

Thats the section he missed. It was raining all day, so I didnt get alot of video of it

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Like Kris said, I wasn't on that section! He was the camera man for that!

[@nathansharp3193]

Are you sure that the "Hi Mark" wasn't a water level marker?? 🤣 On those deep water pools try putting a polarized sunglasses lens over the camera to get the underwater features and fishies. I had luck doing that with my iPhone on a beautiful deep pool in a creek.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Good idea on the sunglasses tip! Thanks!

[@nathansharp3193]

Spiguyver Backpacking : I have some photos of an awesome clear pool at Lost Maples using my filter hack and some without for comparison. I'll try to make it a point of showing them to you when I see you. If I recall correctly, it does matter what angle the polarized glasses are held at. According to the current 10-day forecast the weather at The Hang is going to be similar to last year. I was comfy last year and have upgraded my system for this year. My new system is definitely lighter, and theoretically warmer. I used a pro-tuned ghetto rig last year (a setup I developed with a minimal budget but with plenty of experience). This year I'm going with off-the-shelf components: Warbonnet Eldorado, 0°F Wooki, Hammock Gear 20°F top quilt, and a SnugPak Jungle Blanket XL as a top-cover. I'm still hunting for the perfect budget tarp. I'll most likely be using my 'pro-tuned' Mier tarp ($40 on Amazon with custom pole mod - not hiker friendly at 3+ lbs), or my Simply Light Designs Simplicity asymmetrical tarp that is awesome (for backpacking) at 8 oz including lines, but it seems to be a fair weather tarp. I'm looking at the Hummingbird Hammocks Pelican tarp and the Hammock Gear Journey for my next major upgrade. Let me know if you have any suggestions on a $150-$175 full coverage winter(ish) tarp with doors. No Cuben in my budget at the moment. Maybe the Dream Hammock folks have a tarp I'm looking for. I'm going to check their webpage now and see what they offer for shelters!

[@jodygrubb9781]

Awesome video beautiful scenery

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Thank you! It was awesome!

[@Motorep146]

I'm jealous everytime I see that Ruta Locura pot lid!

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Sorry man, keep sending them emails, maybe they'll do another run of them!

[@did61two]

Ha ha shelf life I'm still using 2017 stuff I bought of a guy in Germany leads K.2 expeditions ....As long as it in't punctured its ok looks like a great tip mark

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Yup! Thanks! What's December weather like in the UK? Where are you located?

[@did61two]

@@SpiguyverBackpacking1 About 9 mile from Newcastle due east on the northeast coast.. Known mainly for ship building coal mining and fishing industry.. With being near the coast the snow when it falls don't stay round long. Salt air. Last bad winter was 1973 so we are due one soon. Here's the mouth of the river and coast line enjoy.........kzbin.info/www/bejne/fp-Yn6tsi650ntk

[@ndettwiler]

Yep, need a review on that hammock, pronto! :)

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

You'll see one very soon! Thanks!

[@JamesPanning]

Good show as always.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Thank you!

[@GatewoodBrown]

Wow What a wonderful loop! I’m a sucker for great water features and I think you just made my list of places to go one item longer. Regarding the hammock, how y’all are you? Trying to figure out if it’s a good fit for me. Thanks!

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

I am 5'7", but it will fit someone 6'+ no problem. Just make sure you lay in the hammocks diagonally, that's the biggest mistake new hangers make. You can check out my Hammock How-To series if you are looking at getting into a hammock. And tomorrow I'm actually putting out a DIY upgrade video for that budget hammock.

[@buxtond]

Planning on hiking the trail next month. Did ya really cross the water with your shoes? Curious what hikers are using when crossing the waters. Thanks

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

There are enough crossings on this trail that if you’re switching shoes you’ll be spending a lot of time stopping to swap. Some people do. I choose to just have camp shoes to change into after I’m done for the day.

[@BackpackingWithJason]

Which state is this in? I always hate to see trash in the woods. Love that scenery around the creek crossings. That water looked really deep in spots. Looks like you guys had a great time. Cool video 👍

[@krisrexwinkle2830]

its in central arkansas

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Yeah, what Kris (Rainman) said! Thanks, it was a great trip!

[@BackpackingWithJason]

Kris Rexwinkle thanks

[@mikegray7666]

Great video! Headed back to ERL the end of next month and will be bringing some ritas this time. What brand of mix did you guys bring?

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Ritas are always a great addition to the trip! We use the Packit Gourmet mix. Have fun out there, it's a great trail, just be safe on the crossings!

[@chrisxx012]

What pants are you wearing and how do you keep from getting chafed from walking through the water and then on hiking?

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Chris Mccarthy I’m wearing some North Face hiking pants. I like the under armor iso chill mesh boxers, if need be add in some body glide. No issues.

[@michaelodell5738]

I’ve been curious about that hammock. I saw it on amazon and wondered if it was one those too good to be true products. It seems to have most the features that you would get with a cottage vendor hammock, but at a fraction of the cost. I look forward to the full review video.

[@Orange_Tang]

Do you happen to have a link to it? I can't find it and he didn't link it in the video description.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Thanks, I will be doing a video on it. They had to remove it from Amazon as they made some changes to it. It should be back up soon (couple weeks).

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Not yet, it's currently not available, but will be in the next couple weeks.

[@michaelodell5738]

That makes sense. I was looking today and didn’t see it on amazon anymore. I did notice a few other models that looked similar to something you’d get from our US cottage vendors. China manufacturers may have finally caught onto what makes a good camping hammock. It’s good to have cheaper options, but I hope it doesn’t negatively effect our vendors.

[@rono.3692]

Hi Mark. Did you encounter any ticks during this trip?

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Ron O. Nope!

[@rono.3692]

Great to hear. Thanks!

[@steveflynn8997]

What was the date of this trip? Thanks! Steve

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

The weekend before it was posted.

[@steveflynn8997]

@@SpiguyverBackpacking1 ok thanks! I'm thinking about heading down there next month and wasn't sure how November weather is there.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

We'll be out there next month again, it has become an annual event for us.

[@steveflynn8997]

@@SpiguyverBackpacking1 very cool, I may be coming down, but it may just be a solo trip. Which is ok with me!

[@steveflynn8997]

@@SpiguyverBackpacking1 maybe a silly question, up in the boundry waters where we canoe and camp, there are primitive toilets around, how about there? Or you just dig a hole, or carry it out with you?

[@togachicken7557]

One of my all time favorite trails! Near that awesome swimming hole you saw is a rock formation my kids and i refer to as the Peace Rock due to its uncanny resemblance to mother nature flashing a peace sign ✌. First time i saw it i had to sit down i was laughing so hard. Thanks for the memory jog. If you want to see the rock check out my Fb page, Brian Ray.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

I'm going to have to go check out that rock and then look for it next time we're out there. It's such a nice trail we'll be back for more!

[@OntarioHikingTrails]

WOW 900 subs how long did that take

[@OntarioHikingTrails]

oops wrong video lol nice scenery and nice video.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Ontario Hiking Trails Haha, no worries, thanks!

[@CNatlanta13]

I turned it off after the 3rd commercial hit within 25 minutes. Seriously?

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

C Neill Sorry man, I don’t put the commercials in. I think it’s worth waiting out the commercials though!

[@smkwhatsnext3411]

Arkansas is always impressive and "shawl id purdy"lol

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Of this region, most of the really impressive stuff is over there. Makes for a long drive though, nothing is super easy to get to!

[@cassandralesh8536]

All that freeze dried stuff is discusting

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Have you ever tried Outdoor Pantry?

[@cassandralesh8536]

@@SpiguyverBackpacking1 I have tried every brand. In girl scouts we had mountain air'e It was horrible and since I have hiked as an adult I've tried the other brands because someone would say oh' try this, it's better. Yuck to all. I cook up quick cook stuff from the store. Pouched, dried or cured meats. I dehydrate my own stuff.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Cool, do what works best for you. I used to dehydrate my own, but since finding Outdoor Pantry, I've been sold. I find their flavors to be a lot better. But I do get it, carry what you'll eat, the two worst things are being out in the woods and not being able to sleep, or not enjoying what you eat!