THIS HAS TO BE...one of the best videos referencing Bergen loading on YT. One question...do you use a pack liner (couldn't see from the vid) or do you rely of dri-bags? Think you covered all the angles in this one vid.....thank you on behalf of any newcomers )(or even experienced outdoors people) we can all always learn something. Hope this is readable, in North Finland atm and comms are not that great. Take care, Stay well, stay safe. Helen and Katarin - Juska _Law and Terri and Robyn.
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
Dry bags if conditions need it. You stay safe out there. 😉👍
@Helen-and-Katarin-Juska-law8 ай бұрын
@@jim-bob-outdoors 👍👍👍👍
@georgeohwell79888 ай бұрын
Military gear is the logical choice for durability and price, great video al...
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
Thanks George.
@BourneOutside8 ай бұрын
Nice explanation, JB. I don’t use my SB Bergen half as much as I should.
@TheNatsuguri8 ай бұрын
Thanks for this Alan. I have seen you on many of Mark's (MDM) videos and have, just tonight, come to your channel. I have found this video very informative and interesting! 1😁
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
Welcome along. I camp with Marc quite a bit, so some of my video you will of seen the camp, just not from this angle. 😁
@johnbiddal59518 ай бұрын
Spooky! At first I thought you had captured my Bergan and contents, but plus a foam mat and minus the chair. 😀 Just another regular user of Military surplus gear for woodland and wild camping, and a new subscriber. 👍
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
Welcome along and thanks for the sub. The is a lot of advantages to keeping it simple. 👍
@dadgad688 ай бұрын
Great video. Really like that pack. Cheers from Cape breton Canada 👍👍
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching. JB.
@kennethwilson86338 ай бұрын
Nice kit and yes don’t go far with that much weight unless you train for it…Have fun stay safe.
@b.j.harris91098 ай бұрын
Great video sir helps out beginners like me to know what to look for thanks.
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
Glad to help 👍
@Eana-of-Sussex8 ай бұрын
Great video. I find the side packs attach to a waist belt and work well as a large pouch or foraging bag
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
That's a great idea! 👍
@CottonBud8 ай бұрын
A thorough loudout vid that Allan, great to hear your approach to packing your kit. And what a lovely photogenic bit of woodland that is!
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it, not filmed here before. I had a problem finding a dry spot locally, so muddy everywhere.
@happycampersNewcastle8 ай бұрын
I have used military kit professionally and for camping/wildcamping and it’s the best about very strong and durable like you said you would have to go to some lengths to break it. Good video mate
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
Thanks for that. I have used the British kit in "various rolls" and although it tends to be on the heavy side, it has never failed on me.
@happycampersNewcastle8 ай бұрын
@@jim-bob-outdoors yeah exactly mate built to last.
@flogsometogs45398 ай бұрын
Found your channel by accident now subscribed
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
Welcome along my friend. 👍👍
@T379128 ай бұрын
Thank you. Interesting. I like the aproach you have about the material you choose.
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
My pleasure!
@ChrisWoutdoors8 ай бұрын
Nice one Allan, love my bergens, can shove a load of gear in and as you said it will not break..... ATB Chris.
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
Absolutely 👍
@gud2go508 ай бұрын
I love your kit! I am a Yank, but I love the British Ruck Sack, so I bought one because they are bomb proof. I am 63, so the extras are necessary for me. Gone are the days of sucking it up when I was a young U.S. Marine! Lol!😅 One request I have is would you be willing to do a video on setting up the kit you have and doing an over nighter? I am planning this spring to do a short backpacking trip because my diabetes has rendered my feet problematic for long trips. I always have loved getting out into nature and camping. I lived in New Zealand for 10 years and enjoyed the bush, but it kicked my butt even when I was much fitter due to the elevation gains just to find a good campsite! I want to continue day trips now that I live in Arkansas, USA and I am looking for some ideas and yes some motivation! I enjoyed your video and it is nice to find a like minded fella who loves to backpack and camp! Thanks.😊
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
Thanks for your kind comments. I have over 600 videos but here is a link to one where I am setting things up. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nKOqmJimnc6AgLssi=S4HUPOuOgVYvPkCZ
@gud2go508 ай бұрын
Thanks. I will have a look.🙂
@AdventureswithJeffandMeeka8 ай бұрын
Good afternoon, Allen. Thank you for the information. Are you going to have a rainy weather camp using your F2 tent? Have a great day.
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
I have done a couple, I am sure the will be others.
@MetallicrealitE8 ай бұрын
Awesome vid chap, I love removeable bag pouches and mollie, half my kit hangs off my bag, I sound like Heidi when I'm walking through the woods lol.
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
😂 I can imagine, I bloody hate things making a noise on the outside.
@MetallicrealitE8 ай бұрын
@@jim-bob-outdoors In some ways I am a typical woman, doesn't matter how big my bag is I still need more space 🤣
@russeljohn34718 ай бұрын
Fantastic video. Lots of good common sense advice. You don't have to spend a fortune to enjoy the outdoors. 👍
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
Thanks 👍
@pigphatnick8 ай бұрын
I have always found it interesting how people approach the three schools of "camping/outdoors activities". Bushcraft, hiking and prepping. I think there is a lot to be learned by taking ideas from each of these schools of thought when building your own kit. I can see that you take heavily from the bushcraft side of things, which in no way am I criticizing, but I still say it's a good idea in general to keep an eye on what's going on in the other schools as new ideas come to light and new kit come available.
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
Yes we can always get new ideas from others. This is my basic kit, but the is plenty of other gear depending on the situation.
@MrJimJD8 ай бұрын
Good one. I've started using my old Berghaus Cyclops Roc again. Lightweight rucksacks like my Osprey Talon are good but sometimes they just don't feel robust enough.
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
I think the old one were just built better.
@swiggy038 ай бұрын
Good informative vid 👍🏻
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it! 👍
@mattvader14868 ай бұрын
Great video as usual, question, could you possibly do a video where you do an overnighter only using x military kit that can be purchased in the UK. Thanks
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
Yes I can do that, I have done one before.
@JimTimber8 ай бұрын
Hello mate ! ..hope all is well bro !!. That looks like a top Bergen !! I'm not ultralight either mate.. in fact a bit of a fat bar steward !! lol Great review of a sweet choice of kit Have an awesome weekend my friend !
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
Evening Jim, hope you are doing well my friend. 👍
@JimTimber8 ай бұрын
@@jim-bob-outdoors Ducking and diving.. f🤪cking and skiving !! lol 😂😂🤣🤣
@ScoutManSteve8 ай бұрын
Similar to me, 66L in the winter and the 45L in summer. It's mainly the sleeping bag that tends to take up all that extra space. I do have an ultra light 35L bag which I used for 2 nights in the Peaks with Marc, got it to 10kg all in!
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
I went lighter when I was younger, need more comfort now. 😂
@danh87268 ай бұрын
Nice one Al
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@Yankeeoscarseirra8 ай бұрын
Hey Jim/ Allan .. I have the 100 liter dpm Bergen and I too full it to the max if I,m doing an overnighter.. and as you say it,s lighter when you leave a camp the next morning . So forget ultralight . ..👎... . thanks for sharing ATB.. Sam 👍
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment Sam.
@symmo28 ай бұрын
Great video thanks. Nappy bags are alot cheaper than zip locks, might save a fellow cheap skate a couple of quid!
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
Very true!
@ChiefScout_Outdoors8 ай бұрын
I can only dream of being able to carry that lot 😅😅😅 I still have too much whatever bag I use 😂🤣😆 All the best Allen 😊👊🔥
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
Weight is not my issue, distance is. 😁
@ChiefScout_Outdoors8 ай бұрын
@@jim-bob-outdoors weight and distance are my issue, I need a different hobby, maybe stamp collecting 😆😂🤣
@joseligeiro8 ай бұрын
I have one of those, but made a few changes. They work fine... An you are right about the "ultralight" stuff. People dont know until they use it... May I recommend a collapsible (silicone) blader of 2 or 3 Liters?
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
Yes, plenty of options out there without spending too much money.
@OldNavajoTricks6 ай бұрын
Friendly reminder that a shitbin (Plce rocket pouch) will hold 15x440ml cans... 😂🥃🥃🥃 Ipk sheet fits nicely into the picket where your frame insert sits, I also have a jute camo screen in there, bonus padding for you as well.
@jim-bob-outdoors6 ай бұрын
Good point! 👍
@marksadventures38898 ай бұрын
I have the long and short Bergen. I have a engineers bag too. I am going to be in rough places so I need the durability. I keep the set as grab and go. But the Bergen bags are for multi day use. I use an Alice style bag for day trips and overnights.
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
Good choice! I like a Alice pack too if I am going a bit lighter.
@lansdorf8 ай бұрын
I use my bergan for collecting fire wood, it gets thrown around and its bomb proof.
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
I think mine will out last me. 😁
@garysmith72868 ай бұрын
Great video mate, explained what you have and why...love the emphasis on low cost. Are you a closet Yorkshire man? Lol Army surplus is cheaper, heavy duty but heavy.....
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
My dads side of the family are farmers in Staffordshire, best I can do. 😂
@FunnyDodoBird-be5ob8 ай бұрын
As younger man once upon a time I can imagine having the bag on the floor and lying on top of it to my arms in and rolling over to stand up 😂
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
I have to careful putting a bag on now, my left shoulder is damaged. Ok once its on though. 👍
@FunnyDodoBird-be5ob8 ай бұрын
@frogmaster83 yes rotator cuff pain is no joke but it's great your still enjoying your self great kit they need more wild camp grounds in the uk
@JimTimber8 ай бұрын
Wet wipes come out of my ears these days !! lol 😂😂
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
Always handy to have. 😁
@tomcatt9988 ай бұрын
i hv never owned a backpack that was too big,, BUT i hv owned plenty that were too small 😬
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
Yep, nothing worse than packing your gear and you cant get the last couple of bits in. 😁
@funnybones61318 ай бұрын
I like your logical reasoning conversation though this one could do with two improvements 1/2 I quite like your facials expressions when you talk, it’s just bit more entertaining and engaging so bit more close up would have done wonders 2/2 a little more settled scene like pitching up chair and making a cuppa on stove in the opening before going into intro. Still very nice 👍🏼
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
I must admit, I often have the camera too far away. I could of made more of a scene of it but it was just a basic video, answering a subscribers question. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. 👍
@johanvanbeek71388 ай бұрын
Noticed no additional clothes, not even a spare pair socks or pants?
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
Depends on the amount of time I am out or the time of year. I was focusing on equipment though. 👍
@OldNavajoTricks6 ай бұрын
Spare boxers and socks are smock kit 🤘😀
@owenmorse31368 ай бұрын
I'm sorry your kit bag is to heavy of a lot of people but if your happy with it that's fine , like you say you know where your going and it's only a short distance your travelling. The ex army surplus trade is still good value for anyone who likes going camping.
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
I do love the surplus gear, but the prices are much higher than they were in the past.
@budget_camper8 ай бұрын
I heard the price increases with a lot of military gear is Ukraine. I would like a German military groundsheet, but I'm not paying thirty quid for one!
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
Yes a lot of old gear in storage is being given to other countries to use, rather than it going onto the retail market.
@TimmyBobinson8 ай бұрын
Summer bag: 10Kg (11Kg luxuries) Winter bag: 13-14Kg (15Kg luxuries) for one night.
@jim-bob-outdoors8 ай бұрын
I was that sort of weight, but since I got old and ill, I have to have more comfort.
@tobi.hat.frei.08158 ай бұрын
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@simonbradshaw72808 ай бұрын
Man after my own heart, cheap, robust and replaceable