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[@john_kelley]

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[@lisaray6493]

My Mora knife and coffee mug come along every time. Thanks for being transparent about your weight loss. Doing anything when I’m heavy is no fun, but it never stopped me from getting out there. I always take dehydrated veggies, garlic, and herbs too. They move everything to the next level- even ramen. They are Uber light and healthy too

[@tonysimmons5762]

Congrats on the weight loss!!! That's huge! You should be so proud. Incredible inspiration, keep it up.

[@john_kelley]

Thanks, Tony! Now it’s time to lose the other 60.

[@dorsalfishing]

John Kelly: Wear cotton socks, they feel like the socks you wear at home. Me: Looks down at wool socks while watching this video mid summer. Well this is awkward.

[@john_kelley]

😂😂😂 That’s great!

[@scottmerchant8544]

10 seconds into the video, noticed that impressive weight loss. Great job man!!!

[@john_kelley]

Thanks, Scott!

[@Y0DA0]

I was 330 precovid and since then I've gotten down to 245 thanks to hiking and backpacking. I want to get down to 180 but these last 65 pounds are slow going! Keep it up man, seeing other success stories are an inspiration!

[@john_kelley]

Back at ya! Congrats on the insane weight loss!

[@alaskanborn3459]

Tea spoon of apple vinegar helps once a day in the am

[@denakelley4363]

John, I appreciate you sharing your weight loss journey. I have gained a significant amount of weight during COVID. It's so frustrating and I'm really struggling with it. Congrats on your weight loss, and keep up the good work!

[@BosomBuddyCreations]

WOW 70 lbs! Good for you! I too gained a ton of weight but because I had surgery and had to eat all SOFT foods for 5 months and ended up going to comfort foods (lots of mac and cheese). Now I am back to trying to change my eating habits back to good ones and eating healthier and hoping to drop 40 lbs

[@john_kelley]

Awesome! You’ve got this!

[@ChopperChad]

Gotta say no to cotton socks. Merino wool socks are warmer as a sleep sock and can be used as a backup if your primary gets wet or otherwise fails.

[@john_kelley]

You do you. Cotton socks are just more comfortable to me. I always have an extra pair for hiking. The cotton ones are for sleeping only.

[@happyfuntimereviews5600]

I have a pair of Yak-wool socks that I got on Amazon. OMG! So warm and comfy for sleeping in! They are lighter than regular wool socks too. I got them a couple of years ago and haven't been able to find them since...

[@jamicrawford6729]

Wool indeed. Today’s wool is so much better than the itchy, nasty wool we had 35 years ago. I, personally, wouldn’t carry anything cotton backing or day hiking

[@kimekholm7178]

Merino wool, in general, is amazing, I use merino shirts, combining the benefits of sweat-wicking and comfort.

[@kimekholm7178]

@@john_kelley I think wool socks are comfier to sleep in by a mile tbh. At least the pairs that I have (that my mom made, LOL), are warmer too.

[@tjandkatie]

Good job man! I love how open you are about weigh issues. My husband also has weight problems. I don't think most people know really how hard it is. Whould love to see a full video on your journey.

[@ronaldrose7593]

Great video John, thank you for sharing it. All the best to you for your good health and safety. 🤗

[@bucky716]

Thumbs up on the cotton shirt for once settled in and one has stopped sweating! So much comfort. And great work on the weight loss. Getting into backpacking has inspired me to get into a different shape. I knew I needed to but lacked a motivating reason and this is it. Always car camped and the world of backpacking has given me the motivation to be able to do more and more.

[@ThenaturalmedicAdventures]

I love your videos John lots of good practical info with no fluff. Thanks man !

[@tridoc99]

It has been awesome watching you slim down over the last several months. I decided to slim down myself when I realized decreasing my everyday “base weight” was the best thing I could do for my hiking and my overall health and it didn’t cost me anything like the hundreds of dollars I’ve spent trying to cut pack weight. I made my goal and have no doubt you’ll make yours.

[@SinchuwusOutside]

John congratulations on the huge weight loss!!! You look great and probably feel even better!!! I know when I lost my 50 pounds I felt great both physically and mentally. Great video as always. Thank you!!!

[@john_kelley]

Thank YOU!!!

[@randolphthompson2943]

I take my Steelers sleep socks ;-). Took the same mug on my last trip and loved it too. Thanks for the vid and congrats!

[@womensrights]

Congrats on the weight loss. Your attitude towards your goals demonstrate a high level of potential success!!!!

[@yorkiemeetsworld2224]

There are a few items I bring. An air pump/light. Hot sockees (my feet get cold even with wool socks and down booties, and these are lighter that "hot hands") I bring a nightgown to sleep in. Got a long one for winter, short one for summer.

[@Oldsparkey]

I always have a Swiss Army Knife ( S.A.K.) with me during the trips. Now mine has a fire starter incorporated into the knife thanks to Tortoisegear. The catch is that only S.A.K pocket knives which have the Toothpick and Tweezers in the handle can be switched over to an fire starter. The Firefly is a Ferro rod that will fits where the toothpick or the tweezers go. The Helix Tinder fits in the corkscrew porting of the knife. The Firefly is designed for the wire stripper portion of the bottle opener to be used as a striker. On losing weight , I lost some weight and replaced it with my packs weight.

[@john_kelley]

That sounds really interesting! I’ll need to check that out. The pack weight comment is hilarious! LOL

[@sundaymorninghikes6275]

Just found your channel - good stuff!!! Super cool about the weight loss!!! I know it's not easy. Keep it up!!! Just spent two weeks on the AT in Georgia and NC. I "lugged around" a whole one pound of "dumb weight"... a Helinox Zero! The guy who called it dumb weight was actually quite envious when he saw me just chillin', having coffee, and watching the sunrise (I'm right there with you on that!). He said he's been debating it forever, and I sold him on it. Great call on the mug!!!

[@alanbierhoff6831]

I really enjoyed this. I agree 100%

[@chuckdock4436]

I think the cotton tee for camp time is a great idea! Adding to my pack!

[@TheMccluref]

I bring my heavy cover canteen and cup. I made a carrier with paracord. I mainly just want a backup way to heat water

[@danbaker8677]

Great job on the weight loss! Keep up the hard work and don’t get discouraged when you hit those plateaus.

[@turtlewolfpack6061]

My sleeping socks are mohair and I have had the same dedicated pair for many years now. Those and my Russian VDV canteen kit always go with me.

[@john_kelley]

Nice!

[@gregmortonoutdoors]

When the video first started I thought your face looked much thinner. I'm very happy for you and your weight loss journey. Keep it up!

[@john_kelley]

Thanks Greg! I’m only a little over halfway there, but I’m grateful for the progress so far!

[@tktdog]

I love taking my GSI coffee mug, a Helinox chair and a couple of different knives. I’m sure I have plenty of other items I don’t “need” but I take them anyway. One of the knives I take is a really cheap Walmart $8 knife I can use for processing wood. I use my Swiss Army knife Tinker long blade for food and the short blade for everything else and a classic for medical stuff.

[@seedmole]

Dude! Nice work dropping that much weight! That's very impressive to drop that much that quickly. Definitely a testament to how powerful hiking is for managing weight. Also speaks a lot to your motivation and drive. Again, great job dude.

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

70 pounds! Awesome my friend, congrats! Love the camp chair. Great video John! Crow✌️

[@jenniferbarron2317]

You look great!! Congratulations! So, ive been dialing in my pack for 3 day solo backpacking trip in the tetons late September. Ohh my...what a task! The balance of weight, warmth, and comfort takes some work! And the dreaded bear canister totally screws your weight balance😳

[@JeremiahStringer]

That was such a great video!! I love the podcast too 😂

[@danielcash2010]

Great video

[@maybeor1524]

Good job and congratulations on the weight loss man! In the same struggle bus myself. It's great to see others buckle down getting results (gives me motivation).

[@john_kelley]

It’s definitely been encouraging to see the results. I’ve still got a ways to go, but I’m over halfway there!!!! Thanks for the encouragement!

[@maybeor1524]

@@john_kelleyHell yeah! You're welcome. Keep it up bud!

[@jwmmitch]

Congratulations on the weight loss!!!! Keep it up!!!!

[@GIRLplusDOGAdventures]

Yesssss...condiments are king!

[@josephsmith6694]

Keep up the good work.

[@garygill7960]

I have arthritis effecting my hands. I often carry a tomahawk with a poll (hammer type head) for driving stakes into hard ground. It is handy for prepping fire wood as well. Other times I carry a Silky F-180 saw and cut a branch to use as a hammer on the stakes.

[@john_kelley]

Nice! I have a smaller silky I use when I know we’ll be chopping up wood.

[@kich6172]

I like the idea of the comfortable cotton t to relax in.

[@thehafricanultralighter4973]

Impressed with your journey of weight loss. Your Inspiring brother!

[@tomray4139]

Weird - I was eating my first salad on my battle with losing weight and I watched this video. Thank you for the great information and the positive example of getting healthy. At 290 with a goal of weighing 220 at 6'-2".

[@BackpackingWithJason]

So proud of you on the weight loss. Your doing a great job!!! I love those Mora Knives. There so light and strong. I usually like to bring Ribeye’s to help out with my backpacking 😁

[@john_kelley]

Yes you do! And I am thankful for those ribeyes! 🤤🥩

[@BackpackingWithJason]

@@john_kelley 😂😂😂😂

[@woodchip2782]

Congrats on your goal! I did the same some 20 years ago and only gained back 15 pounds. Only advice is make the loss of weight gradual over a long period of time, it will make the work of endurance come from your body itself instead of coming from your brain. Remember that this is a lifelong endeavour so if you adapt your brain to that the job gets easier.

[@cascade2093]

Amazing i have the same issiu. I belive in you!

[@priscillacrawford9175]

Totally agree on a soft cotton tee! I love sleeping in them.

[@john_kelley]

It just feels better to me.

[@gstrasser1]

I have carried a coffee mug since I started hiking in 2008. I will never stop enjoying my coffee in the back-country.

[@john_kelley]

🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@lukehendricks9436]

I can tell your going to hit this goal...You got this man.

[@ericsidolmind]

Dude Wipes for sure, I try to always have a fixed blade knife on me in the woods, Single serve powdered creamer & sugar packets, and my wooden Kuksa mug for hot drinks. It's a little awkward in my pack because of it's odd shape, but it's lightweight, and IDK coffee and tea taste better to me out of it. IDK if it's just the wood absorbing and seasoning the cup, but yeah, it just feels right.

[@scottm6927]

Great job on your health goals, John! You and I chatted briefly when you first had the come-to-Jesus self assessment. I also packed the weight on post-covid. I hit 300 as a 5'7" level 8 Dwarf Fighter and that was BAD. I started studying my lack of nutrition, unhealthy gi tract and possible insulin resistance. Then I detoxed off of white flour & sugar and went low carb, THEN I started intermittent fasting. I'm down 25 pounds so far, but already feel 10 years younger. I'm super impressed with your numbers, though. Stay healthy and positive, good sir and I wish you happy trails!

[@john_kelley]

I remember! I’m actually on a keto diet, and it has made a huge difference. Keep fighting, brother.

[@LaLuneEstJolie]

A watercolor kit, a cotton shirt to sleep in, an Opinel knife to cut my bread and cheese (in *addition*to my swiss army knife 🙈), and I might bring a spoon carving tool next time…

[@mikekopp942]

Great job on the weight loss. Great video I use the chair and cup also. Just wanted to say go Browns let's get to the Super Bowl this year.

[@charliefarrar4012]

John when are going to review the shadow lite pack?

[@djw8504]

Congratulations on your weight loss!! You look awesome🤩

[@john_kelley]

I appreciate that, Dorothy!

[@tktdog]

Btw, congratulations on the weight loss. I know it’s hard. I gained weight during Covid too but between Keto and intermittent fasting lost that extra poundage.

[@razzbazle1582]

Go Brownies!!! Great socks!

[@BenMcmillen]

Lookin good brother!

[@john_kelley]

Thanks, Ben!

[@joeolla8458]

Congrats on losing all of that weight! Amazing! Looking forward to you changing your handle to the Skinny Hiker! :) Btw....got me re-thinking using my pot as my coffee mug! Makes sense to have a dedicated mug to enjoy a cup a coffee.

[@richdorsett7895]

Great, great job on your weight loss! its not easy..trust me, i know! keep going, love your channel.

[@john_kelley]

Thanks, Rich!

[@alexweigelhikes]

Congrats on the weight loss! I can't imagine how difficult that has to be. Godspeed, buddy!

[@john_kelley]

Thanks so much, Alex! It was much harder in the beginning, and now it’s my way of life. That’s been my goal all along.

[@randysavage7351]

Congrats the the effort

[@john_kelley]

Thanks!

[@DetraDearmas]

All of it! Have the chair, knife, have mug, and since I don't hike in below 40 degrees, yes cotton for camp with backup poly if I get wet. That has happened. Hypothermia ain't no joke. Carefull as we go here. Dry backup is a must but worth the weight in gold!! You have lost! Looking good!

[@john_kelley]

Awesome stuff! Thanks for the kind comments!

[@waltermidkiff3662]

I thought your goal weight was 130lbs. I was like whaaaaaat?!?! Keep up the good work.

[@erict5878]

I always bring the cotton socks to change out at night before bed. I also bring a travel size baby or foot powder to dry my feet before changing. This way my feet are wonderfully dry before I put the new socks on. I sleep toasty warm every time! I never loose sleep because of cold feet! ( I HATE THAT!)

[@john_kelley]

Great idea with the powder.

[@ParkourEh]

The knife is a life-saving emergency tool as well, but unfortunately one of the most underrated pieces of backcountry gear out there. It's pretty common to hear "what am I going to do with a knife in an emergency?" from seasoned and novice trekkers alike. Coming from a bushcraft/wilderness survival background, this question is nearly blasphemous but I get that the capabilities of a knife are not common sense, even though it should be for anybody venturing outdoors. Good video btw! A lot of people talk about just cutting things out but sometimes it's useful to discuss what things we should be keeping in.

[@madmaxthemotomutt6464]

I bring a big propane tank and an adapter to fit the bsr pocket stove, also a few other attachments like a torch head, it works great to start a fire and so much cheaper then lil 100gm or 400gm tanks.

[@john_kelley]

I guarantee you’re popular when it’s time to get the fire going.

[@madmaxthemotomutt6464]

I like to think I’m popular all the time 😎

[@john_kelley]

@@madmaxthemotomutt6464 😂😂😂

[@nicksam5518]

I get wanting a 'normal ' shirt. a company called coolmax makes a synethic hyper breathable that run pretty cheap. Costco sells them as a 3 pack too. 'Drop' does merino socks at a discount..I love mine so much I sometimes wear them to work. sometimes, when I car camp, or just because, I bring my massive Keith titanium 40oz cook set. it has the top mug/ lower pot that I have come to just LOVE for am coffee.(it also allows for the larger fuel cans...when I need them)

[@john_kelley]

Good stuff!

[@lynella6073]

Thanks for the video! Proud of you taking back control of your health! Let us know what you’re doing to lose pounds,!

[@john_kelley]

Thank you! I’ve been on a strict keto diet since about Feb. It’s been great, and really taught me discipline. Discipline is usually the downfall of any diet.

[@jamessparrow7213]

I have to have my GSI coffee mug too

[@lightwalker4558]

My luxury item is a lightweight bamboo yoga mat. It only weights 1 lb! IDK if this is luxury or necessity, but I carry about 2.6 lbs of first aid gear. One smaller 12 oz kit that I keep handy w/ lots of small things. A 12 lb zip lock bag of elastic braces, tape, gauze, etc, because you never know when you'll need it. After 5 years and 1100 miles of backpacking I still carry it all, but rarely need it.

[@john_kelley]

Nice! I actually started paring mine down this last year, because I had items that never got used.

[@skeeterbone]

Hey John. You are really killing it on the weight loss! Care to share with us what you are doing?

[@john_kelley]

Strict keto diet and exercise. Nothing more than that.

[@erict5878]

I also bring "Wetfire" in case the fire tender is too wet. and 2 different ways to start fire in case my mini bic dies.

[@john_kelley]

That’s good stuff.

[@davidson_oldbull_sectionhiker]

Congratulations on weight loss John. Keep up the good work. I carry a little Swiss Army knife along with a Kershaw pocket knife.

[@john_kelley]

Thanks, Warren! Kershaw knives are really nice.

[@kerrir1955]

I also carry a sea to summit collapsing mug for my coffee. 👍

[@stevestory8483]

Awesome job on the weight loss!!! I’m about 268 and was wondering what Sleeping mattress you recommend for camping? Just getting started camping and wanted something that is really comfortable. Thanks for any help

[@john_kelley]

Thanks, Steve! The Nemo Tensor is a great sleeping pad. I've been eyeing the sea to summit ether light xt. It looks really nice.

[@stevestory8483]

@@john_kelley thanks

[@alexweigelhikes]

Props for the DYNEEMA chair bag!

[@john_kelley]

Thanks! Gotta love Hilltop Packs!

[@D.H.CE_FL]

Congrats on the weight loss. It's made an amazing difference on you!

[@stlyg777]

Hey John. I intend to be on the Auxier Ridge Trail at RRG this weekend 8/13. If you're around maybe we'll cross paths.

[@john_kelley]

I don’t think I’ll be there that weekend, but that’s a beautiful area! Enjoy it!

[@geektarded]

Grats on the weight loss! Don’t be too hard on yourself, lockdowns have put pounds on all our arses.

[@danmacstory]

What bag do you use to hold your helinox chair .5?

[@anthonyng8800]

Hilltoppacks has a bag made especially for the helinox line of chairs

[@Doc_Watson]

Ziplock snack bag of condiments....A must. Salt & Pepper, dehydrated lemon and electrolyte packs are standard and will supplement depending on the food I bring. A coffee mug is nice. For nostalgia reasons, I bring an enamel coated metal mug. It's also my vessel for the evening beverages. I love the Nite Ize Moonlit Micro Lantern. I hang it from my hammock ridgeline and it's small enough to pack with the hammock into the stuffsack. It gives off a flood of light (but not overly bright) to do things in the hammock and it's bright enough to read a book. I like it better than using my headlamp as the light from the headlamp is more directional. (There's a newer version that is rechargeable and the same size called Radiant Micro Lantern.) A chair and spike table goes with me on almost every trip. That and the coffee cup makes hanging around the campfire with friends exceptional.

[@john_kelley]

Awesome stuff as always, Doc! I’m really interested in that lamp. I’m going to look it up.

[@Doc_Watson]

The MoonLit Micro Lantern was under $10 at a local sports store and it uses 2x 2032 coin battery. I think they say 60hrs for runtime, I keep an extraset of batteries in the med kit but I haven't used it yet.

[@malakyelindsey8515]

Good luck man on the weight loss, not to scare you but those last 10-20 pounds are hard to drop but know you’ll power through it since your a beast. Also keep up the good content

[@john_kelley]

Yep. I’m excited to get down to those pounds, but I know they’ll be a challenge.

[@lanecountybigfooters5716]

Hey, congrats on your weight loss! My fight, too. If I lose 20 lbs, it makes carrying a 20-lb pack break even. Dang Covid-19-lbs! Everyone should have a Morakniv knife. Good quality, unbeatable price. I'm getting a Forester - from NC Custom Knives out of St. Petersburg, Russia. Gorgeous and I can't wait - a full tang beautiful knife for $110 plus shipping. Always carry a knife. Always carry a BIC lighter and a ferro rod. If you want comfy socks, try Darn Tough merino wool socks, they rock! I also carry a SOL bivvy bag just in case and a Coalcracker Bushcraft T95 tarp at only around 7 ounces of peace of mind shelter that sets up in less than one minute. Nice video. I agree with everything except the cotton socks. They suck.

[@20Hikecdt23]

Mora light my fire, GSI coffee rocket n infiniti mug, native american flute, wool socks for nights. 😁

[@KrizAkoni]

Despite putting my pack on a diet, I’m considering adding a coffee cup. Good work on the weight loss. 😎

[@john_kelley]

You won’t regret the mug! Thanks, Kriz!

[@Yaaqov777]

On your knife. I'm sure you've heard this before. A full Tang knife is always best if your planning on batoning wood. Mora is an okay knife. But I carry a Top's Brakimo knife. This isn't a cheap knife folks. It is, a full Tang , bushcraft knife & a fighting knife. As far as a fire starter, I carry a piece of British flint and real steel with charcloth.

[@nedanother9382]

You're looking great John! I want to say something that you're probably hearing more these days..."ya gotta go shopping john, your clothes don't fit anymore" ....how awesome is that!? I'm also way down from my last hike. I can't wait to see what it feels like in the mountains. In your case it's important to look good....like Dan Becker...because if you can't be a good backpacker at least look good doing it. Chairs and condoms and big knives Oh My! Its hard to sell you on saving those lbs when you dumped a bucketload already. good on you John. Cheers

[@mackjenkins7721]

Hello John how's it going man. Wow man that is awesome news to hear about your weight loss. Going from 305 to 236 that is awesome man I'm happy for you. I know things are probably starting to feel better and easier for you trust me man I know I used to weigh 385 lb before I had my truck 🚛 accident and broke both of my feet. After I had my first foot surgery I lost a little over a hundred pounds & when I had my second foot surgery I went down to 257 now and the width of my foot has shrunken from 6 1/2 inches wide to 6 inches wide from the second foot surgery and weight loss. My doctor said if I keep lose more weight my foot would probably shrink even more. My goal is to get my foot under 5 inches wide so I can put on a pair of socks & shoes for the winter and not have to wear my flip flop for the winter time. It's been 35 years since the last time I had a shoe or sock on my foot. But I still have very fat wide toes that are straight across though. I just have to deal with that I guess. I would like to get under 200 lbs too. I am really happy for you John I'm really am man you inspired me to keep losing weight man. Thank you for your update man I was wondering about that. Thank you for sharing your weight loss and have a good weekend.

[@john_kelley]

Thanks, Mack! That means a lot. I'm really happy for your weight loss, too. I know that your foot issues have been bothering you for a while. I'll keep you in my prayers, buddy!

[@mackjenkins7721]

@@john_kelley thank you man I really appreciate that. I know it's not easy for the both of us but together we getting it done. Since I lost a lot of weight my foot issues are getting a little better. Again thank you a lot brother for keeping me in your prayers I really appreciate that buddy.

[@john_kelley]

@@mackjenkins7721 yessir! We’ll both get this!

[@danmacstory]

What bag do you put your Chair . 5 in? That's not a Helinox bag

[@rogerj.fugere3570]

Noah's Tarp from Kelty. Cover for the kitchen area and/or rain cover if needed...........................rj

[@john_kelley]

Good call. That’s how you make friends!

[@RoyceKitts]

As someone who also lost a bunch a weight, the fun is putting on a fully loaded pack and realizing it’s less than what you used to weigh.

[@john_kelley]

Right?!?!?

[@amberwilliams4210]

You're looking fantastic, well done. Also, I do love the "exception that proves the rule" situation of the cotton socks. John Kelley : NEVER bring cotton socks hiking! Also John Kelley : ...unless for sleeping, then they're comfy AF and i will always bring cotton socks.

[@karengriswold4537]

You're looking great John. Weight loss is a marathon, not a sprint. I hope you're feeling better and have kicked "Rona" to the door!

[@76FastEddie]

I never leave without my chair. It has spoiled me. Looking good, bud!

[@john_kelley]

Thanks! Those chairs are gold!

[@operationseekingtruth]

Mora for the win!

[@edcrosshair]

Lol I’ve carried a condemned bag for 20 years it’s a camp pleaser!

[@john_kelley]

There’s no exception for flavor.

[@erict5878]

Congrats man! Im on the very same road.So far Ive lost 32lbs. Got 20 to go..

[@john_kelley]

Thanks, Eric! And congrats on your weight loss!!!

[@alexwbanks70]

Go Browns!

[@padave7505]

Congrats on weight loss. Keep it going!

[@john_kelley]

Thanks!

[@ricker76er]

Congrats on the weight loss. And congrats on a new subscriber - me! 😂

[@john_kelley]

Yes!!!!

[@nobison6185]

I bring an extra water bottle to hold my extra bourbon 🙂. Thinking of adding a wood saw

[@larchlarch9851]

I love you ♥️