Wild camping tips and gear for beginners | My best budget gear picks this year

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Hello everyone, if you enjoyed this video or found some use from it then please consider supporting the channel by buying me a coffee over on www.buymeacoffee.com/fellowonthefell . Any donations are greatly appreciated and will help me to invest and develop the channel to produce more immersive content. Thanks to you all! - Tom

[@topgroover]

To the point. No boring waffle. You covered more detail on so many items in less than 8 minutes. Top job mate. Subbed and liked. Thank you for the info and time taken to produce. 👍

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Thanks for the top feedback mate, really glad you enjoyed it!!

[@kalebrhorer5360]

Yeah so many vids with their life story lol. I just want to know what the best products are. Nice

[@platypushatstand]

@Waynebago Couldn’t agree more. +1 on subbing & liked.

[@weeringjohnny]

People who love being in the outdoors need more of these videos on good-quality gear that doesn't break the bank. You don't need to spend a small fortune to enjoy yourself in the mountains and an authoritative presentation likes this encourages walkers, bike packers, kayakers and so on to get out there.

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Thanks a lot for the great feedback! its true there is so much great cheap gear out there. Dont get me wrong I do love some of my high end gear but I also love the budget stuff! Take care - Tom

[@davideldred.campingwilder6481]

Yes, but spending 40 quid on a pair of walking sticks...

[@weeringjohnny]

@@davideldred.campingwilder6481 To be fair, they're good quality poles made of carbon which should last a long time. Budget shouldn't mean cheap and nasty.

[@Ms_penny_peel]

I like how the shot accompanying the advice about pack size, and making sure all you want to take will fit in it, shows your pack easily accommodating a bottle of wine (?)

[@karenguttridge]

I make sure my pack has a wine slot 🤣

[@FellowOnTheFells]

haha what can I say Stacey, I love a bottle of wine on my camping trips, there always has to be room for some! Sorry for the late reply I have had a lot on this week. Take care - Tom

[@fiskmasadventures]

There is something really heartwarming about budget gear that stands their ground when compared with much more expensive options.

[@chrisdraper845]

Much appreciated! I’ve gone from never even considering camping before this pandemic, to totally wanting to now! Lockdown has made me appreciate nature more than ever and channels like yours have really helped fuel those flames. So thank you.

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Thanks a lot mate - Im really glad I have managed to help in some way, thats awesome to hear. Keep me updated with your adventures!

[@WildCampingWelshman]

Tom, this is a high quality film that has clearly taken some time to put together. Your camera skills are excellent and the footage is 1st class mate. Your channel will do well in this niche topic. Short, sharp and to the point with some great shots and simple explanations. You obviously have experience with a camera and it shows. This is something different than the norm and screams quality and effort. Well done and thank you for the effort you have put into this. ATB Jiffy 👍🏻 p.s. Do you use a fixed focus when filming?

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Thank you so much Jiffy for the kind words, thats one of the best bits of feedback I have had in a long time. I'm glad to see that my work put in learning film and editing is beginning to pay off. Your comments has given me another spur of motivation to keep going with it all. When filming myself outdoors I always keep the camera in 'Auto focus continuous' unless i'm intentionally trying to focus on a plant of something as I walk by. For product shots I use a mix of AFC and manual focus. Is this what you meant? If you have any camera questions or just want to talk film / cameras then give me a message on facebook, ill be happy to help however I can !

[@WildCampingWelshman]

@@FellowOnTheFells Cheers Tom. The focus relates more to the product shots. I find that my focus can search sometimes and I have to re do the shot. Close up and nature shots are easy enough but if it's selfie or movement shots I'm a bit hit and miss at the moment. DSLR is new to me after just using my phone or GoPro. Its been a steep learning curve 👍🏻

[@jonnytentpeg]

@Briggs Zavier 🤣🤣🤣🤣 seriously dude if that's not some kind of out there joke you need to find help very quickly bro I'm being serious pal you do...

[@ArgentumGraecus]

Couldn’t agree more, easy sub

[@niks_healthy_lifestyle1691]

I'm just back from hiking & camping the West highland way over 9 days with my 12 year old daughter sharing an OEX phoxx 2, served us well & we were do lucky with good weather. However, just to give us more space & bigger vestibules I've ordered a 3f ul lanshan 2 Pro (as I used my hiking poles daily on the WHW). It'll save me 1kg in weight too. It's due to be delivered today 🤞🤞, hopefully it'll arrive & I can get it seam sealed straight away & have a nighs practice camp in it too. Happy camping x

[@FellowOnTheFells]

That is fantastic! Im so glad that you had a good trip, it sounds amazing. I hope you enjoy the lanshan as much as I do (who am i kidding i know you will!) Happy camping also, Tom x

[@Petegatty1975]

Another great update love all the gear you use be safe buddy we will all be back to what we like to do soon 🏕

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Thanks a lot Peter! You be safe too mate. Really hope we can all be out very soon!

[@ahlamzenobi2974]

I've become addicted to your fantastic videos. You're doing such a great work.

[@FellowOnTheFells]

I'm glad you enjoy them!

[@ResistorSynthwave]

Brilliant. Straight to the point. No nonsense. Can see this channel going very far.

[@sharingmatters]

I like the fact that you present cheap solutions. Regarding boiling water in the wind, it is worth considering Jetboil. It is not cheap, but once you buy it you can benefit for a long time.

[@colinyoung8464]

Great short vid.. with some excellent info. 👍

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching and commenting! Sorry for the late reply I have had a lot on this week. Take care - Tom

[@Photoshotgun]

The connection, I’m connected. Really enjoy watching your channel grow. Be safe and be well. 😎

[@andyh6017]

A cracking video and superb content, thank you so much.

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Glad you enjoyed it mate! Take care - Tom

[@RealGrooveRandom]

Thanks for all these suggestions, nice video.. keep up the good work 😊👍🏾

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed it Take care - Tom

[@andywhyte8170]

Good one mate thanks

[@thegeordiewildcamper]

Excellent video with some great tips, I also have the 3FUL backpack and it’s excellent value for money! ATB 🤙🏻

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Cheers man, yea its an absolutely cracking pack for the price! Cant go wrong! Sorry for the late reply I have had a lot on this week. Take care - Tom

[@effyleven]

Thanks for this advice, and the effort you put into presenting it so clearly. Really useful.

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Thanks you for watching and commenting! Take care - Tom

[@paulcusworth9241]

Another really good informative video thank you. Stay safe. Cheers

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Thanks a lot Paul! you too mate

[@ImNotHereEither]

Brilliant video. Incredibly useful. Just getting back into camping and bushcraft stuff so this is really helpful.

[@jordyhoppy1996]

great video shot well mate, keep it up

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Thabks a lot man 👍

[@williammay6879]

Nice one Tom. I got the Patagonian Houdini on your recommendation. Tried it out today at butterly reservoirs. Great bit of kit. Thanks Michael

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Dont let how thin it is scare you! That thing is bloody tough as nails ! I've had it a fair few years now and its as good as new! I love how small it packs away.

[@williammay6879]

I know what you mean. Could easily stick it in the pocket of my down jacket and it went over it quite comfortably too. Good bit of kit as it was a cold wind on the tops today. Cheers

[@wayward_Photography]

Hey man thanks for the content been trying to figure out gear for my first ever camp let alone solo and you have not only given the best advice but you have now just made the most dreaded part of the camp less expensive and confusing

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Thats brilliant to hear! Really glad you found it useful man! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@tomdytrych]

Already subscribed because this is a set of excellent recommendations. Will share with a fruend who is looking to start wild camping and wants to only buy his gear once.

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Thanks a lot for watching and commenting mate. Glad you enjoyed it and are enjoying the content 👍 thanks for the support

[@alpineblaze1300]

Subscribed. Lovely to hear some genuinely good advise without punting high end price tags.

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Thanks a lot for the feedback mate, glad you enjoyed it!

[@TomAndJoeVlogsTJOutdoors]

Cracking little video. Hoping to get into camping this year, so found this pretty useful. Nice footage and love the way you set it out. Will be checking more of your channel!

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Cheers boys, glad you enjoyed it! - Take care, Tom.

[@squadcast7456]

Spot on advice mate 👍👍

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Glad to help. Take care mate

[@jackwilkins3648]

Great video. Just did a tarp camp this weekend but may get the OEX tent 👍

[@marko9912]

I have the Trekology mat and pillow, and also the Thermarest Ridgerest foam pad underneath. I would recommend a small folding table for organising the kitchen department, I have the Robens one.I take a folding kettle as well, the green Sea to Summit as well as my cooking pot. The hook tool on a Swiss Army knife is perfect for pulling out tent pegs when packing up. The pegs for my Robens tent are quite sharp, makes quick and easy work of this job. I use the Grayl Geopress water purifier, which is expensive but worth every penny, love it.

[@Charsept]

Aricxi Tarp Tent ($34), River Country Outdoors Trekker 1 ($40), Forclaz Trek700 air pad ($32), REI Flash 22 ($35), Klymit Insulated Static V ($55), etc. I love a good sale. Hard to pass up these year-end discounts. I have a 3f UL 40+16 coming in the mail next month.

[@thewildyorkshireman9229]

Brilliant mate, loving the way you shoot your vids so professional and calming to watch, all of a sudden im sat here 2hrs into your channel and dint even notice time fly by ha

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Thank you so much mate thats great feedback. Where abouts in yorkshire are you from? - Tom

[@thewildyorkshireman9229]

@@FellowOnTheFells Im in South Yorks, sort of in the middle of Rotherham/Barnsley/Doncaster/Wakefield lol or a little more extreme in the middle of Sheffield and Leeds lol i do most of my camping in and around my local area and around a lovely village called Clayton/Frickley etc

[@TheAsrgrant]

Thanks mate just starting out there is so many reviews and so much gear! Just leaving for the cairn gorms

[@FellowOnTheFells]

No problem 👍 Take care man - Tom

[@chenchi6623]

I usually go hiking and sleep over at the mountain shelter but KZbin has been recommending these videos and now I want to go camping :D...

[@atrampinthehills.841]

some great gear there Tom....that pack looks amazing

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Thanks a lot bud! Yea I love it. I hope you and the Mrs are well mate 👍

[@johnhill5806]

Nice to see you have actually tried out every bit of kit. The pillows, which I have myself was one of the best ive ever had and I love the fact you can hook it around your thermarest. I have actually used the roll mate from decathlon only last weekend wild camping and although it wasn't snow on the ground it did drop to minus 2 and it did the job very well I thought of insulating me that little but more I also tried the thermarest from decathlon and to be honest, compared to my 70 80 pound thermarest it felt very comfortable for les than half the price and it packs well and feel very durable.

[@harryc1039]

excellent informative video for someone looking to get into this. subbed. 👍

[@thenothing_podcast]

Thanks for the video man 🙏🙏

[@FellowOnTheFells]

No worries man thanks for watching!

[@simonhesbrook1761]

Really enjoying your well filmed videos Tom. Keep up the great work as I cant wait to see more. Thank you.

[@TheWtfnonamez]

Lol I bought a few of those Omeril head torches before I knew much about wild camping. They were on discount on Amazon so I yolo;d a few and thought they were budget crap gear. They are great if you are working in a USB environment and recharging kit. I have to add that 90% of insects are not attracted to the red LED mode... so it means you can see without dragging mosquitoes and midges into your tent.

[@richardpegg9265]

some nice selections. recently bought a OneTigris TIPINOVA Tepee Camping Tent, 1180g, from amazon for thru hiking - not used yet but seems very well made and mine seems to come in nearer the kilo. One thing on the trekking poles - I do use mine a bit more and have got through 2 pairs of cheapish carbon fibre sets - those little plastic cams seem to give up. If you need these to pitch your tent and you use them a fir bit - especially with weight - might be worth advising people that aluminium ones might be better. The Omeril LD071 a good torch - wider beam and used it happily for night walking - very light.

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Thanks a lot for watching Richard and they seems like some great bits of gear you have! I'll bear the aluminium poles in mind next time, could be a better more robust option for the money! Might check out the tepee now! - Take care, Tom.

[@My24hradventure]

Really good video. Really nicely presented. Your videos always have a uniquely reassuring and credible atmosphere to them👍

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Thank you mate, really appreciate that feedback 👍 I'll try maintain that style then!

[@Hiking.and.mountains]

Nice video mate. Liked and subscribed 👌🏼

[@joss867]

Really enjoyed this vid. Liked and sub'd. My best budget kit is a set of 5 dry bags from ebay. £8 and they are brilliant.

[@Polarian1]

Great video! Thanks so much for sharing ur knowledge. Take good care!

[@73megalith]

Informative stuff Tom, nice snappy edit. Always looking for tips for bikepacking, my favourite budget kit is my Tomshoo Titanium cook pot and BRS 2000 titanium stove, great for boiling water but not so much for cooking proper food.

[@halchavasse6726]

wish i'd seen this before my recent dales way hike! i have the oex phoxx 1 V2 tent and it's not big enough to sit up in, it's a bit like a nylon coffin 😅 it did keep me dry in torrential rain, though, and condensation was minimal even when all my gear was wet

[@LucaMu]

Just ordered that tent for £80, thank you.

[@garyvause2475]

Good and informative mate

[@cyrilhaessig27]

Really good presentation skills and great review in under 8 minutes.

[@StepsbyKaatje]

I like your windshield! I just ordered one on Ali Express, see how that's going to work out! 😁 All the best! Kaat

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Nice one Kaatje! I hope you are well by the way! I'll check out your channel tomorrow as I knoe I had a video of yours waiting in my playlist. Take care !

[@StepsbyKaatje]

@@FellowOnTheFells I also use that playlist, but always a lot in there! 😁 But a good way to good not to forget that way, I still have some 5 tip video's to watch and some #showusyourbrew video's! But it's fun to see what other people made of it! 😁 All the best!

[@FellowOnTheFells]

@@StepsbyKaatje You too Kaatje! Have a good day. What is the weather like in Belgium at the moment? Do you have snow?

[@StepsbyKaatje]

@@FellowOnTheFells a bit of snow where I live but cold and even sunny! Perfect hiking weather! I think I'll be going for a walk over lunch! 😁

[@GT-vl4of]

Great video! Any tips on how you deal with mosquitoes when you’re camping in the woods?

[@sergeantcrow]

Excellent !

[@chrismoose64]

Just found this channel and subbed. Great content pal. Atb.

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Thanks a lot Christophe, really appreciate that! Take care - Tom

[@DuderinoDeux]

A drone gun an extra useful addition. And dump the 'smart' SPY phone. No coverage in places like here :)

[@irish-simon]

may best cheap tent is the bessport p1 well made and hasn't let me down in rain or wind

[@PaulCarol]

Nice one 👍

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Thanks mate 👍

[@Memmarex]

Hi Fellow on the Fells. Great video. Please could you recommend the tarp/rain cover you used when camping with friends? Thanks :)

[@stuart5899]

What make & where from ? Cooking wind sheild looks great

[@danheath8999]

Great videos. Keep it up 😊

[@callumbeaumont6728]

Hi mate, love your videos. I'm just wondering if you could recommend a sleeping pad for heavier lads? Thanks.

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Hi mate, what kind of budget are you looking at? Sorry for the late reply I have had a lot on this week. Take care - Tom

[@callumbeaumont6728]

@@FellowOnTheFells £100/200. If it will last and do me well I don't mind paying an investment.

[@chrisburton7776]

Great video, products and tips. Interesting you promote the OEX Phoxx but also have the Lanshan in lots of your videos. I guess this is a budget clip. Also, is the Lanshan a bit open for colder camping cf Phoxx?

[@WhatsUpWithSheila]

Thank you...very useful info

[@truckerboypete]

This is brilliant thank you

[@davidhudson7590]

Great that vid and I have mixed gear like yourself bargains that do jobs I'd like Gucci equipment but I don't have Gucci money oex overall can't be beaten realy as trekolagy also good stuff I've found

[@leekayne]

Tom after lots of video watching and advice taking I’ve gone for the Lanshan 1 and the 3 FUL 40 + 16 back pack with a nyloflume liner. I’ve bought a HMG dyneema shoulder pouch for my phone with a roll top. So far so good when I’ve had the chance to get out !! I’m after some advice regarding the back support for the pack I was thinking of getting a Z lite but took your advice and just ordered the forclaz mat from decathlon. Do you keep the full mat or resize it? I layer my Nemo tensor mattress inside for support and I also carry some abdomen length garage door insulation (silver) it’s light and reflects the heat really well to increase heat retention at night and I place that inside for further support Any other advice re the pack?

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Hi Lee, looks like some great gear choices there mate! I actually cut mine down a little bit, probably took a foot or so off the bottom (I now use that as a sit pad!). Works a lot better as a back support when trimmed down. Sorry for the late reply I have had a lot on this week. Take care - Tom

[@leekayne]

@@FellowOnTheFells Cheers Tom all the best 👍🏻

[@jackskelton6501]

Great video you earned a sub!! Quick question would you suggest getting the phoxx 1 or 2 as I wondering if the phoxx 1 will have enough space for my pack? Thanks!

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Thanks a lot man! Definitely the Phoxx 2!

[@jackskelton6501]

@@FellowOnTheFells great I'm going in to go outdoors tomorrow to check them out boss

[@danieljohnstone9102]

Don't forget the hi-gear buff 3 pounds and its warm.

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Absolutely love buffs, they are so useful! Great tip!

[@voonyboy]

That looks like Ceannabeinne Beach near durness at 5:47??

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Great spot! Yea it is, went there during the NC 500 !

[@thomasgill581]

Great vid but what about clothes and boots?

[@tenminutetokyo2643]

You forgot the SKYRAY 20,000 Lumines 18659 x 4x flashlight. For $17.

[@1invag]

Where did you get that stone slab that you rested your pot on?

[@FellowOnTheFells]

The clip was taken from a camp at an old lead mine, there are stones like this all over the landscape. Everything used is put back in its original place 👍

[@1invag]

@@FellowOnTheFells I was joking sorry lol but Im genuinely thankful your your reply and that's the kind of responsible reply I'd have expected. Good lad and I appreciate your vids greatly just discovered your channel this morning, been thinking of getting into biking and camping for a few years now so I appreciate you sharing your knowledge. Hopefully you'll make some new content soon. All the best mate

[@markrussell2750]

What camping stove do you use pal?

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Its an Alpkit bruler with a trangia spirit burner inside mate. Or for gas stoves I use a Lixada titanium pocnet rocket 👍

[@markrussell2750]

@@FellowOnTheFells nice, I've had a transit for a few years. Brilliant piece of kit. Enjoying your videos, making me want to get up and do something!

[@lukeshi8209]

what is the Mountaineering bag' s name again,

[@tomstan6785]

Isn't tarp a better alternative to a tent ?

[@FellowOnTheFells]

I much prefer a tent. Tarps can be versatile but then you also have to consider things like waterproof bivvies to cover your sleeping bag.

[@davidberrecloth4841]

Seems like that rucksack is no longer available?

[@FellowOnTheFells]

I'll see if i can find it for you tomorrow and ill.post a link. Its quite tricky to find sometimes

[@isolaviola]

How is the backpack? still holding up?

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Yes, perfect 👍

[@steffd]

THX!👍🏼

[@FellowOnTheFells]

No problem!

[@tomizet6671]

What is this backpack model?

[@tavish4699]

anybody know a tent that isnt as tall as the one shown in the video,? it only needs to fit one person

[@DaveGoodman1959]

👍

[@normancallaghan1750]

IT'S AN ADVERT!!!.

[@MiataBRG]

But no tips on what happens when you need to go to the toilet

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Dig a hole 200m from the nearest water source to do your business in. Take any pooey tissues home with you in a plastic / ziplock bag. 👍

[@yoruneko34]

Are you ok?? No video in six months!!

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Thank you for asking, I am doing much better. Hoping to get back to content as soon as possible. - Tom

[@yoruneko34]

@@FellowOnTheFells good to hear! Get better soon!

[@user-ld3ny2yp2y]

I was wondering: Does Corona even matter in this case? I mean you're out in the middle of nowhere all alone, isn't this social distancing in its finest form?

[@morgaj21]

Very useful guide, Tom. I noticed the bottle of wine too. Glad to see you have your basic survival gear sorted!👍

[@davideldred.campingwilder6481]

Actually, if you consume wine or any alcohol whilst a mile away from civilisation at night is pretty dangerous...

[@scrumpymanjack]

​@@davideldred.campingwilder6481I'm sure he was much more than a mile away so he would have been fine.

[@MarkJenkins-t7y]

@@davideldred.campingwilder6481behave yourself you nugget

[@ChrisJB]

Nice big bottle o' wine poking cheekily out of a side pocket near the end there Tom 😉. Superbly filmed and edited as usual. Are you coming at it with some pre - YT nous in this department or is it something you have developed subsequently? Either way, it is most impressive. Your Scottish trip looked cool too. Hope you are well pal. Cheers, Chris

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Hi Chris, yea haha there is definitely a reoccurring theme with bottles of wine poking out of my pack haha. what can I say? Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for the kind words. I used to edit me and my friends freerunning videos together while in highschool so it's something I have been fairly comfortable for a while but I am always reading books and watching videos to learn more, I really do enjoy it. Hope you are well too mate, started to warm up a little hasn't it over the past two days? Sorry for the late reply I have been really busy this week. Take care mate - Tom.

[@JorvikBerserkir]

I always prefer to get military surplus, cheap and durable, sure it's heavy but you'll get used to is and you will get a lot stronger.

[@thewelshbeersnob2783]

Where do you get military surplus stuff from?

[@JorvikBerserkir]

@@thewelshbeersnob2783 ebay, some local shops can have them, a bunch of different mil surp websites are around with different products, a good one is varusteleka but they stopped selling russian/soviet stuff if thats what you are looking for

[@jakeperry7325]

I've spent hours trawling videos as I'm starting out wild camping this year.. and this has been one of the most well put together videos I've seen! I'm intrigued to know if you fit the phoxx 2 in that pack and how? And what else you pack with it?

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Thanks a lot mate! Really appreciate that! Yes I have fit the phoxx2 in this bag but it was definitely a tight squeeze. The thing that helped me most was not putting the sleeping bag in its stuff sack and then straight to the bottom. Instead i stood the tent upright in the bag and stuffed in the sleeping bag (without stuff sack) into the bottom and around the bag. This gave me a lot more space to pack other bits. It really is trsil and error when trying to pack a bag

[@jakeperry7325]

Great tip, will definitely give that a try thankyou! Keep up the content mate, I look forward to seeing more adventures and inspiration 👌

[@benmartin1216]

This is a great video, thanks for putting it together. I always end up going for well-known products and pay a premium to know they're decent, but always hurts spending the money! So helpful to have a review of cheap gear which is actually good - thanks for this as I need a new headtorch!

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Not a problem! Thanks a lot for commenting and supporting the channel! - Tom

[@karenguttridge]

Loved the way you presented this video 😍 A relaxed and calm voice is good to listen to! I think my best inexpensive buys have been my Decathlon down jacket and my Vango Nevis tent. Both been really good! ATB Karen

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Thanks a lot Karen! Really glad you enjoyed it. I too have the decathlon jacket and its awesome aha! Glad you have found some good kit that works. Sorry for the late reply I have had a lot on this week. Take care - Tom

[@robertbaldwin177]

Very informative and well put together video. I'm starting out so will be going for the Phoxx 2 tent, the backpack, stove, folding matt, blow up mattress and pillow. You've saved me a lot of Googling! Thanks.

[@PuririElla]

Thanks for this video Tom! I have my eye on that pillow! I bought a hiking tent recently which is super light (1.2kg) but I’ve missed being able to sit up inside it! Maybe if I do some winter adventures this year I’ll have to branch out. Thanks again

[@FellowOnTheFells]

No problem Ella thanks for watching! What tent did you go for? Sounds great. Yea, being able to sit up in it really shouldn't be underestimated!

[@maurice5992]

Just a thought on head-torches...descending off Bleaklow, from Higher shelf-stones in December, the weather freezing cold, cutting it a bit too fine, ended up coming down in the dark. Using my head torch to light up the way, first time I'd had to use it, found I still couldn't see where I was going because the fog from my breath made it difficult to see where I was putting my feet....wasn't expecting that!! Still, I managed to make it down in one piece. Thanks for the video, and the tips.

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Glad you managed to get down ok Maurice! Bleaklow can be a very unforgiving place at times for even the most experienced walkers. Take care - Tom

[@SteveSmith-67]

I’ve got the trekology pillow got it for £8 and is my go to it’s so light and comfy and that strap means you don’t go chasing after it around the tent

[@effyleven]

Hello Steve, I can't find anyone, selling the pillow with the strap, which I know I want... Amazon has reviews where people are unhappy because theirs was not the latest version with strap.

[@SteveSmith-67]

@@effyleven the pillow I have is the trekology aluft pillow 2.0 if that helps

[@jspate61]

Nicely done. Thanks for all the great info. Cheers from Montreal QC

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Thanks for watching! That's awesome you are from Canada, I would love to visit there in the future. Sorry for the late reply I have had a lot on this week. Take care - Tom

[@tonyubr]

Great vid Tom really like the way you keep it short and informative. Could you please give me some hints on best budget 4 season sleeping bags. Also I've just made a purchase of a 55L Tibet rucksack from Technicals. Looks a promising bit of kit. Cheers again. T £30.00 from ebay

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Thanks a lot mate for the feedback, really glad you enjoyed it! Do you have a price range in mind for the sleeping bag ?

[@tonyubr]

@@FellowOnTheFells yes about £100 tops. I also want to find myself an inflatable pad for as little as poss but providing maximum comfort when combined with a thin reflective sleep pad. I'm scouring the net at the moment and determined to find something. Possible options are trekology aluft or night cat sleeping mat both on Amazon

[@FellowOnTheFells]

I have geard very good things about te klymit mats. Never tried one though. For the sleeping bag are you thinking down or synthetic? Best bang for buck in synthetic is Snugpak - something like the softie expansion 3/4? Or for down a lot of people eave about the OEX lethavion(??) Around £119 down filled and warm to -9

[@tonyubr]

@@FellowOnTheFells cheers again I will check them out..... am desperate to get back into the mountains again now

[@chlorophyll365]

Good tips, thanks. Like the backpack alot! Seems like a clever one. 😊👍

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Thanks a lot! Yea its been a really good for me and I love how simple and light it is!

[@millanferende6723]

Lanshan 2 and some carbon fiber trekking poles from Aliexpress are great trekking gear!

[@FellowOnTheFells]

Im glad you agree Millan! Hope you are well

[@chunky3086]

Where have you been?