GEAR I should have gotten as a BEGINNER backpacker

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These pieces of backpacking gear are what I should have gotten as a beginner backpacker. Beginner backpacking, backpacking gear, hiking gear.
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[@anthonylester6734]

Fluorescent glow in the dark paint on your air pods... easy to find when dropped

[@JeremiahStringer]

That is genius!

[@paulduplex]

...or you could leave all your gadgets at home and enjoy nature.

[@TheJackedJames]

@@paulduplex you can enjoy nature while listening to music

[@eeeight3040]

@@paulduplex If you're still wearing clothes on the trail you are missing out on the true nature experience!

[@bilalmutazzuhair2353]

@@eeeight3040 Hahahahahaha

[@josephallen2672]

“60-70 degrees at night gets a little chilly” 🤣🤣 Tell me you’re from the south and only hike in warm weather, without SAYING you’re from the south and only hike in warm weather😂😂

[@MrFreeGman]

Right? I'd sleep under the stars in a hammock in those temperatures

[@JeremiahStringer]

Lol southern through and through XD

[@josephallen2672]

@@JeremiahStringer Hey, it's all good. I've spent time in the South and the heat is brutal for me. I'll take the cold any day.

[@walkercaustin]

I sleep in 60°-65° in my house lmao

[@truepeacenik]

@@walkercaustin yes! I just checked the thermometer in my room. 62. Not bad, considering it is snowy outside.

[@jeffsmith7617]

"I'm not real good with numbers." Lol, dude is literally a high school math teacher. You crack me up Jeremiah!

[@andrewoliver8196]

@@mattssacre Lets not forget the 3500mah lipstick ones won't charge it once, but the 10,000mah, oh, many times!

[@Ben-wf8rl]

@@andrewoliver8196 my 10000mah one charges my phone about 5 times (iphone xs) I doubt the little ones were actually 3500

[@JeremiahStringer]

Lol not great with numbers. I kid I kid XD

[@TheDevlinSky]

This is the first video of yours I've come across and I just wanted to say that I love how you share and support smaller owned/your friend's brands and products, while also giving other alternatives as suggestions! I love that people watching have the option of a name brand, if they prefer to choose something more widely reputable, or a smaller owned brand to support small businesses! Thanks for all the great suggestions!

[@JeremiahStringer]

Love helping out the small businesses all I can. That’s what this channel is so it feels great returning the favor 😃

[@HockeyDad6631]

I've suffered from foot issues my entire adult life. I've tried nearly every footbed on the market. BY FAR the one that has worked the best for me is Lathrop & Sons Synergy Footbed. They aren't cheap but WELL worth the money. You can even have them customized for your exact boot. And I got reimbursed from my FSA because they are made with medical grade materials.

[@JeremiahStringer]

Thank you for the resource! I'll check them out :D

[@scottireland5414]

I pull my puffy vest over the foot end of my sleeping bag.

[@trebledog]

Zero shoe company

[@pseadynamo]

I totally agree on the insoles... i have replaced every insole in my hiking boots with the Sole (blue alpine or red medium light hiker) and that works well on the plantar fasciitis. Word of wisdom= do NOT heat and mold the Sole to your foot, leave it default and yes the instep is crazy high but it feels so great once the foot tendon is stretched properly a mile into the hike...

[@JeremiahStringer]

Appreciate the wisdom :D My PF is always worse after working all week on concrete floors. I think the uneven ground in the woods is much better for it, but I still have to deal out there

[@dogwalk3]

I still love & use the superfeet green insoles in all my boots.

[@ChuckDowe]

“Be patient, it’s growing out.” I think it needed to be said, I had to check to make sure that I had a current video when it first started, lol! 😆 Glad to see your gear upgrades and the original used. Helps those who are starting to see a baseline and the options for upgrades. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and Merry Christmas. 🎄

[@JeremiahStringer]

Lol my pleasure!! :D

[@mcloud1070]

I'm all for merino wool base layer and socks. Being French, I'm lucky to have a decathlon store nearby. They have durable yet cheap merino wool gear. Fantastic value for the price.

[@JeremiahStringer]

They are great

[@Aethersphaere]

I just realized how affordable the Merino stuff from Decathlon is, I always assumed that it's super expensive and I couldn't afford it anyway, fantastic tip, thanks a lot!

[@melissaverdoni845]

gotta LOVE decathlon ,,, love my puffy was on special ,,, 50$ instead of 200 to 300 bucks other brands . stood up to branches and a big hike.

[@joachimlovin7308]

Great video and super message. It is not always about the weight it is about the comfort and the love of that gear. Totally agree on the Merino wool. All my base layers and socks, at home and out on the trail, have been replaced with merino wool (unless I wear a cool graphical tee). Found that the merino wool socks makes my feet less smelly

[@JeremiahStringer]

Love the merino wool stuff. I'm just getting into it now and I can see what I have been missing :D

[@frugalmum7943]

Well thankyou KZbin algorithms, why didn't you recommend this channel sooner?

[@JeremiahStringer]

Welcome to the adventure!!

[@mycomgame007]

Agreed!!

[@coreysmith7102]

The youtube gods are fickle

[@TwistedPix]

Lots of helpful tips. Thanks mate

[@bukketkid2567]

Seriously!

[@sueb860]

Love love love my Tensor Alpine. First trip I took it on was a mild (40's) November trip in New England. It was awesome. Have taken it in at least 6 trips since then (down into the 20's) and it has been perfect paired with my 0 degree quilt.

[@JeremiahStringer]

I took it down to freezing a couple nights ago. Did well paired with my 15 deg bag. Pretty comfy too :D

[@fawakamaha]

Quick hint I learned. Great insulation and dry dock option for winter is dry suit scuba socks.

[@JeremiahStringer]

Great hack :D Thank you for sharing

[@frugalmum7943]

Subbed. Love these videos, definitely best to 'buy once, cry once' and invest in saving, instead of buying cheap or regrettable.

[@JeremiahStringer]

Appreciate the love :D

[@OscarHikes]

Congrats dude, you finally mastered the KZbin Algorithm. All it took was shaving your beard lol. Btw, I think you feel more relaxed and real in your latest vids. Don't take this the wrong way, but I kinda felt like you were trying too much in your past ones. I definitely prefer your latest vids. I think it's something I'm struggling with myself. Great stuff, keep on posting!

[@JeremiahStringer]

Thank you very much, Oscar! :D I appreciate the constructive criticism. I have definitely been trying to be as relaxed as possible in my latest vids and just have fun with it

[@CelticSamoan]

Always enjoy hearing advice from folks who have time with gear. Thanks for sharing your experience with us.

[@JeremiahStringer]

My pleasure :D

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Great video. Excellent advice. I went through the same process. Puffy, Stove and Sawyer Squeeze...I agree. Crow✌️

[@JeremiahStringer]

Thanks, Crow! All living and learning

[@Bennie_Tziek]

Pls don't use this as a checklist, his tips for every item are great and in my opinion the most important of this video. [0:00] Intro [0:30] Chair [1:08] Filter [2:10] Warm Puffy [3:40] Stove [5:23] Sleeping pad [7:20] Sponser: BACKCOUNTRY (JEREMIAH15 for 15% off) [8:38] Headlamp [10:04] Shoe Inserts [11:47] Ultra light foodbags [13:17] Socks [15:23] Powerbank my note: I used to go 2 8k mA banks, that would last me up to 3 days. But I had 2phones, earphones and a gopro to charge. I think the 20k mA is a better suggestion for long trips. [17:00] Wireless Earphone [18:29] Rain jacket [20:19] Outro

[@JeremiahStringer]

Appreciate the love :D

[@CountryFriedCracka]

What's happenin Jeremiah? I'm a beginner backpacker living in Morehead KY. I have experience as a teenager hiking the pictured rocks national Lakeshore twice but haven't been backpacking since. I've been practicing every day with 30 lb in my Walmart brand slumberjack pack it's holding up good so far. I will be upgrading when I attempt Appalachian trail thru-hike. Anyway if you ever out towards sheltowee Trace or Red River gorge hit me up I would love to go hiking with you and learn from a pro

[@CSLee-yu6ht]

There’s been a bindi around my neck for 2 years plus every day, perfect for walking

[@JeremiahStringer]

I'm enjoying it :D Wish the battery lasted a little longer, but I guess that's the price with that size lol

[@CSLee-yu6ht]

@@JeremiahStringer hmmm that’s odd I have 2 of them and both of mine rarely have to be charged. The one hour left flashing light has saved my life before knowing how much charge is left, seriously. Take Care

[@dvig3261]

In the military waaaaay back when, (before color was invented), I wore cotton socks under wool socks...mostly because the wool was itchy military grade stuff. The side effect was that the cotton wicked away sweat well, and the wool insulated even if the cotton got wet. We routinely changed our socks if they got wet anyway. Gotta love the new fabrics, though.

[@JeremiahStringer]

Love them :D

[@KellysChannel]

I love it when you say warm puffy

[@JeremiahStringer]

Lol thank you

[@john_kelley]

Great video! I actually own one of those rain coats after getting out there with you. One of the best purchases I’ve made.

[@JeremiahStringer]

Thank you, John! Lovely jacket 😁

[@RaindropsBleeding]

For the headphones. I find that wireless earbuds never stay in my ears (earbuds rarely stay in my ears for that matter) so I stick with wired and just loop them over my ears. To prevent them from getting ripped out by stuff, DON'T JOIN THEM IN THE FRONT. Of course that loose jangly cord is going to get caught on something. it sounds weird, but join the cord behind your head, and let it trail down under your top layer, or better yet just thread it right into your pack and leave your music source there. As a runner, I always ran it around my back and down my arm to my phone. worked great for biking too. NEVER let the cord dangle in the front.

[@JeremiahStringer]

Great info :D

[@hrx667n]

Try bone conduction

[@MyRCChannel-CJScott]

Great video! Lots of useful recommendations... particularly buying the right equipment up front.

[@JeremiahStringer]

Thank you 😊

[@wildflowerwonderer9426]

Putting a closed cell foam sleeping pad under the inflatable one is great for winter, and really comfy.

[@JeremiahStringer]

Love it :D I've taken reflectix with me in the winter for that very purpose

[@scottgrogan1166]

Great video Jeremiah! For inserts, I really like the Superfeet Green. I have a lot of pain in my left heel when I hike more than 12 - 15 miles and these have helped tremendously. Also, I like the new cleaner look! Merry Christmas.

[@JeremiahStringer]

Thank you, Scott! Enjoyed making the vid and my wife likes the beard now too XD I've tried the Superfeet Blue and I have them in a pair of shoes now, but I assume that different colors are for different issues

[@SouthernHike]

Great tips Jeremiah. Sleeping pad is the honestly the thing I invested well in the beginning! Rough night on the ground for me is bad! HA

[@JeremiahStringer]

Lol I'm right there with you

[@mfarley252]

What a great video! Lots of good info with a healthy dose of humor! Thank you very much!

[@JeremiahStringer]

My pleasure :D Glad you enjoyed it!

[@yankri88]

I took the Petzl Bindi on the Long Trail for my thru-hike last year and loved it. I've used it for multiple backpacking trips since. Two thumbs up!

[@JeremiahStringer]

It’s so light 😃

[@Kenwagner00111]

After gaing a ton of weight i have finally lost enough to start hiking again and i love it. Your videos are great ty

[@JeremiahStringer]

Congrats on the weight loss, Ken!!

[@Kenwagner00111]

@@JeremiahStringer Thanks!

[@simonbrownportfolio]

Fantastic video love the fact you balance your advice against performance and not just weight. I hate the BRS stove with a passion it's to be replaced with either the MSR Pocket Rocket or SOTO Windmaster after last winter struggling to get a brew going. It worked great on the boil test in my kitchen at home but in Snowdonia in UK mid winter even though I had my gas canister in my sleeping bag overnight the stove coughed and spluttered and went out till I just gave up. What rattled me wasn't just the fact it didnt work, it was I had food I couldnt really use that I was carrying instead of converting into energy. You really have to think about the big picture and balance weight against function its pointless saving 100g on your sleeping bag if your awake all night shivering your tits off, then next day you are struggling because youve not rested.

[@JeremiahStringer]

My pleasure. It's more complicated than picking items based on weight and cost :D

[@CassadyAlberico]

this thumbnail is gorgeous, i dig the wide aperture and split frame

[@JeremiahStringer]

Thank you very much, Cassady :D

[@interpolrox89]

Loved this! Lots of super useful information.

[@JeremiahStringer]

Thank you so much!!

[@dannynimmo3052]

I'm just getting started, your videos are helpful, thank you for that. Wish I would have started watching these sooner, I've wasted soooo much money. I have the soto equivelent of the pocket rocket, after buying almost everything... for real. my biggest wasted effort was in all the titanium stuff I've spent thousands on, most of it I'm just giving to friends now. It is expensive learning without info. I appreciate what your doing here:)

[@JeremiahStringer]

It's my pleasure :D

[@wolfgangwalter]

why are you off all titanium stuff now?

[@earlgrayman982]

Back in the day we didn't use Dyneema tape, we just used duct tape and a sleeping pad was a contractor garbage bag stuffed with brush which had an R value of "at least you didn't die".

[@jakefrahn1690]

lol

[@JeremiahStringer]

That's rough lol

[@18Hongo]

Back in my day we died of the rickets and we liked it!

[@brianmagnuson8362]

Your information and sincerity is appreciated. -Thank you

[@JeremiahStringer]

My pleasure :D Appreciate the love!

[@BackcountryPilgrim]

Great advice, thanks for taking the gear hits for us haha! The short beard rocks. Like the new background a lot too!

[@JeremiahStringer]

Lol you are welcome. Appreciate all the kind words :D

[@hectoralers84]

Love your honesty! You've got my attention! Thanks for all your wonderful tips and valuable experience!

[@JeremiahStringer]

Thank you very much, Hector :D

[@unpavedexplorer338]

Hello my friend, very nice recommendations. Take Care and Keep Exploring The Outdoors.

[@JeremiahStringer]

Thank you so much! Hope you and your family have a Merry Christmas :D

[@radio_voice_royce]

Recently found The Backpacking Podcast and really enjoying that along with your channel and John Kelly! Quality stuff! Don't worry about the down in your quilts and bags, its meant to be moved around. Being from the Great White North you learn a trick or two to keep you warm at night when its 0F. Move that down to where you need it the most.

[@JeremiahStringer]

Thank you, Royce :D

[@JmlD26]

For insoles I use ‘superfeet’, they work great, they have wide and regular fit and they are very comfortable.

[@JeremiahStringer]

I'm always in need of a wide fit :D For some reason my left foot is wider

[@Hndsomdevl1]

Hello Sir, just found your channel and its great thanks for the info and please keep it coming. I'm taking notes cause I'm going to get out there soon as I can and doing all my research and homework that I can. Semper Fi

[@JeremiahStringer]

Love to hear that you are going to be getting out there soon!! :D

[@nathancox4217]

Just found this channel. First video. Appreciate your down to earth vibe. Subbed!

[@JeremiahStringer]

That's exactly what I am going for 😀 Appreciate the love and welcome to the adventure!!

[@hikingwithyowie]

Great learnings... I have been using the Bindi for last couple years... love it...holds charge a long time

[@JeremiahStringer]

Thank you! I’m going to make the bindi my go to for a while. I hope she treats me as well as she does you 😃

[@patrickbuick5459]

As a long time backpacker (less so as I get older), I can agree with lots of this. I have migrated to hammocks which use an insulated air mattress over my 4 season North Face Ambition 35 tent (heavy as all getout.) But I started with closed cell pads and moved up to self inflating, sometimes with closed cell underneath before trying hammocks. I still have and use my MSR Whisperlite and Dragonfly stoves. They have been crazy good even with the weight, especially when winter or shoulder season camping. (There is nothing like snowshoing up a trail 6-8 feet deep in snow to a valley on a sunny day and eating hot lunch on a snow bank watching the avalanches across the valley.) I have used merino wool since it was extremely rare and expensive, at least in Canada. Dual layer socks is an old trick for sure and definitely helps. I usually have the lighter ones on the inside and the heavier on the outside. In the mountains, you pack for snow and cold right up to very hot. It can change in minutes, never mind hours. I lean towards down fill myself, but some synthetics are good. I should probably replace my Petzl light.. One led is getting dimmer. Ive only had it since the 1990s or longer lol. I also carry an UCO candle lantern. One candle lasts all night and warmed the tent. I haven't done cold weather camping since I started with hammocks, but I imagine it is only better in the smaller space. Plenty of air leaks for the CO to get out. It is also my light and heat for power outages.

[@JeremiahStringer]

Appreciate you sharing 😃

[@BackpackingWithJason]

I absolutely love that shirt!! Don’t worry my friend , the beard will grow back , just remember to stay out of my snacks 😂😂 I love the bindi headlamp. Best one on the market. Great tips brother and Merry Christmas. P.S. all I want for Christmas is Kentucky Basketball to win a freaking game 😁🙏

[@JeremiahStringer]

Lol thank you bro. I just want a WIN too

[@FreeToDance6]

As some one that is just starting to get serious about hiking, this video was immensely helpful

[@JeremiahStringer]

Thank you, Judi :D

[@backyardfern1923]

I've had never seen anyone advertising but I also ended up with Tread Labs and i love them!! They are more eco friendly as the the plastic arch is lifetime guaranteed, and you just replace the foam top that Velcros to the arch. Also has the widest range of arch heights I've ever seen.

[@JeremiahStringer]

I hear they make great stuff :D

[@EatsTreatsMREs]

Some great tips there and they make a lot of sense, thanks.

[@JeremiahStringer]

My pleasure 🙌🔥

[@greggoryzinniel309]

Thought you'd like to know! Merino wool 150 means 150g/m^2. So it is a measure of warmth more than weight.

[@JeremiahStringer]

Thank you!! :D

[@gaildonaldson171]

Try “Sole” inserts - available at REI. I use the red ones, I think they are considered medium support. I have foot pain and they really help a lot.

[@JeremiahStringer]

Thanks for the resource, Gail :D

[@anthonyng8800]

I have plantar fasciitis as well and Redi-thotics saved me. Try em out

[@solodefensetraininggroup3833]

Awesome stuff! Thanks!

[@JeremiahStringer]

My pleasure :D

[@raybacon9319]

I love the cold!

[@JeremiahStringer]

It's tough on me lol

[@roberttaylor9611]

Professional mountain goat here( wildland firefighter) super feet insoles are the money

[@JeremiahStringer]

Super feet for the win 😃

[@ethanbennett3785]

@@JeremiahStringer Should look into SheepFeet as well. They're high-cost but very custom to your feet. I've heard good things.

[@frugalmum7943]

Hello from Australia 👋🇦🇺 we love firey's (fire fighters) :) Bless you. Firey's are hero's.

[@lennynichols6809]

I like the new look with a shorter beard. Merry Christmas, Jeremiah!

[@JeremiahStringer]

Thank you, Lenny! My wife married me with a beard this length and loves it. She thinks I look like a hobo with a long beard XD

[@SimonOutdoors]

Really helpful video buddy, much appreciated

[@JeremiahStringer]

My pleasure :D Appreciate you watching!!

[@lukebonagurio4503]

I love the mini I use mine as a gravity filter with a bladder from an old hunting pack

[@JeremiahStringer]

It’s always nice setting up the Sawyer as a gravity fed system 😍

[@quakecon2009]

Would love to get into this, most obvious thing to me seems to be to stay warm, if you're cold, you can't sleep and you get miserable and want to quit. AS long as you're warm, dry, got fluids and food, it seems like the rest should fall into place.

[@JeremiahStringer]

For sure. Those are the essentials

[@johnswanson3741]

Just stay home

[@dannyboy8406]

You kept mentioning your hammock, I was hoping you’d talk about your hammock system and what you use as there’s many of them out there and I feel you could probably do a similar video with this gear.

[@JeremiahStringer]

That is a great video idea :D

[@josipereira4904]

I live in Ontario Canada and I really want to do some backpacking this summer, so this video has been super super helpful!!!!

[@JeremiahStringer]

Have fun out there, Josi :D

[@jamespareigis2068]

Always appreciate your videos. Merry Christmas from Nashville, TN.

[@JeremiahStringer]

Thank you so much :D

[@telemarken2]

Just a thought on fabric weight. The weight of the wool shirt you mentioned refers to the weight of the fabric per square metre, not necessarily the weight of the entire garment which may weigh more or less depending on the size.

[@JeremiahStringer]

Love it, Tom :D Thank you!

[@93Dakota]

First video of yours I've watched, enjoyed it very much let's see what else you have :)

[@JeremiahStringer]

That’s awesome! 😃 Welcome to the adventure 🙌

[@93Dakota]

Thanks man I watched a few more of your videos, am now a subscriber heading to the whites rn. Happy hiking

[@d.c.1059]

"Buy once cry once". LOL Got that from your last video I watched, Thanks!!!!

[@JeremiahStringer]

My pleasure :D

[@K_Tech64]

Backcountry rocks! Thanks for the video! Good rundown of stuff backpackers should have - I've become a supporter of the "buy once, cry once" idea.

[@JeremiahStringer]

Costs more up front, but can save me some money in the long run lol

[@hb4243]

I could listen to you say "Puuuuffy" all day. Thanks for the vid!

[@JeremiahStringer]

Lol thank you!

[@Neoteny374]

What's a puffy?

[@JeremiahStringer]

@@Neoteny374 I puffy refers to a jacket that is typically insulated with duck or goose down feathers. It can also be synthetically insulated. Either way they are poofy, giving them the nickname of a "puffy"

[@johnswanson3741]

We referred to a "Puffy" as a down jacket back in the day.

[@Plasmaeater]

good energy bro

[@JeremiahStringer]

Thanks, Dave 🙌🔥

[@oldmanhobbies9554]

Great video.... just starting out myself and glad to see I'm on the right track. Ben from Hilltop Packs is a friend of mine. Great guy and great products for sure!

[@JeremiahStringer]

Ben is awesome! Love that guy 😁

[@tommanseau6277]

While I am in favor of many synthetics for the speed of drying, wool is really your friend. Like you said, it stays warmer even when wet than cotton. The added bonus is that it limits your funk as it is naturally resistant to that bacteria. After a trip up a mountain from hot and muggy valley & nearly going hypothermic (always bring a wind breaker shell), I made sure to never pack another piece of cotton if possible.

[@JeremiahStringer]

Same here

[@theoutdoordogandhikinggirl]

Great tips! The Bindi is on my shopping list for the upcoming season.

[@JeremiahStringer]

It's a great minimalist light

[@allisonschoenback]

I absolutely LOVE the Petzl Bindi headlamp! Unfortunately, it was packed with my gear that was stolen. But it's on my list to replace!

[@JeremiahStringer]

Gear stolen? That is the ultimate worst 😡

[@minimottoworldwide2569]

How did your gear get stolen? 😱

[@mikehermesmeglio]

Was it an ex boyfriend?

[@tracyazhikes]

New background. Merry Christmas.

[@JeremiahStringer]

Threw my bags and quilts up on the wall 😁 Turned out pretty well 🙌 Merry Christmas!

[@annemarieionescu8503]

Love the vid! Thanks!

[@JeremiahStringer]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@GoneFeralWithSquidly]

Jeremiah(math teacher): I’m not good with numbers Every viewer: blank stare Good content. Thanks.

[@JeremiahStringer]

Lol I kid I kid XD Numbers are def my things. Gave me a good laugh 😂

[@GoneFeralWithSquidly]

Gave me a good laugh too.

[@alyk]

Also have this Nightcore and am super happy with it because it’s so bright.

[@JeremiahStringer]

The Nitecore is awesome :D

[@kwelyroos71]

I am getting into bikepacking. Used to hike lots when I was younger, stopped for medical reasons. thanks for this though. I can use a lot of your ideas bikepacking!

[@JeremiahStringer]

My pleasure :D

[@texashikeaholicsadventures5651]

New look is nice and I’m sure Bridget loves it!!! Merry Christmas!!!

[@JeremiahStringer]

Thank you! Unfortunately she does lol

[@texashikeaholicsadventures5651]

@@JeremiahStringer lol!!!

[@katieweiher]

I don't backpack and don't know why this came onto my feed, but this was so entertaining and actually helpful should I want to get into backpacking. "Bear hanging" 😆

[@JeremiahStringer]

I love seeing comments like this :D

[@johnswanson3741]

If you have bear problems, you are not far enough into the back country. Wild black bears stay away from humanoids, same with wolves

[@grzegorzs.7313]

I've almost guessed the weight of your battery pack. I guessed 500g, and after checking 15 ounces is 425g. I think it's quire light if it goes for 20Ah battery :-)

[@JeremiahStringer]

Good stuff 😃

[@kenwebster5053]

I have found that a space blanket under an ordinary uninsulated airbed is good down freezing. Even woken to morning snow with this & been completely comfortable. For this reason, now use one of those more robust thermal blankets as my tent footprint, though I have since upgraded to a neo air, though I suspect the S2S version of that would be more comfortable as it inflates a lot thicker. Sure, these modern mats basically have a thermal blanket inbuilt, but I still use a separate thermal blanket for the footprint anyway. The biggest tip I can give for feet is to wear light weight sock liners under your main hiking socks. This way, the liner can easily move with your foot, which minimises friction, eliminating shear forces within the skin (goodbye blisters forever). I got onto this from using wading boots, which are not waterproof (but do drain) and require a neoprene sock. Try walking through lumpy hilly terrain with wet feet in wet neoprene socks & wet boots.......

[@JeremiahStringer]

Great stuff, Ken! Love the foot print advice too 😃

[@lawnerddownunder3461]

Toe socks...as someone who develops very painful corns from.the way my toes naturally lie together I highly recommend separating those babies.

[@MikeHacker]

Me and my friend used a piece of reflectics and it's reflective kept us warm and helped light up the tent we barely needed a sleeping bag... And it's very light...

[@JeremiahStringer]

I have taken it in the past. Great stuff :D

[@Ontrail82]

Just now discovered your channel! I feel like a saw you in one of Frozens videos? I recognize you somehow? lol ...a lot of good info! I enjoyed watching! 👍🏼

[@JeremiahStringer]

I haven’t hung out with Frozen yet, but I’m thinking about asking him on The Backpacking Podcast (I’m a cohost). We have a lot of mutual friends 😃 Glad you enjoyed the video 😍

[@Ontrail82]

@@JeremiahStringer realized after I watched some more of your videos that it was your Smokey Mountains hike with Miyagi and Jeremy! I hike the Superior Hiking Trail like them so I watch their videos a lot. Glad I found your channel! You do a lot of good gear reviews!

[@JeremiahStringer]

Thank you :D

[@barbarahultman3699]

I use the Aftershokz bone conduction headphones. I have trouble keeping the AirPods in my ears. They’re wireless and sit behind your head with the audio output in front of your ears. That way I can still hear what’s going on around me and still get great quality sound. Highly recommend!

[@JeremiahStringer]

I've heard some great things about the Aftershokz. Great if you wanna still be able to hear your surroundings too

[@Pilbsu]

thank u for deploying this video.

[@JeremiahStringer]

You're welcome

[@fixerupperer]

For good wool layers you can likely find merino wool or lambs wool, even cashmere(less durable) sweaters at thrift shops for pennies on the dollar. You really have to check the labels though, after a while you get a feel for it.

[@JeremiahStringer]

Great advice!! :D

[@gregmortonoutdoors]

"I'm not good with numbers" *teaches math. LOL Great video, Merry Christmas

[@JeremiahStringer]

Lol I try XD Merry Christmas!

[@simonvance8054]

I love gear so much I should probably see a psychologist 😂

[@JeremiahStringer]

Lol me too

[@hyenapeacekeeper2220]

For feet, I'd recommend starting to wear minimalist shoes when going about your day. Will strengthen your feet, calves, and balance. There are minimalist boots as well, got some that are compliant with military uniform and those are what I wear when on duty, but you have to lean yourself into them slowly

[@JeremiahStringer]

Appreciate you sharing :D

[@ThomasSteed]

I know it's heavy, but I wear PNW boots from Frank's boots. No insole just leather. The high heel and arch are like magic on my planters fasciitis, and I can wear them all day. So comfortable I'll even sleep in them.in my hammock. And for socks I love Mariano wool, but recently I bought some Pacas alpaca wool socks, and I LOVE THEM!!!!

[@JeremiahStringer]

May be heavy, but depending on the trip well worth it

[@HikingwithGus]

Did you find and missing gear in your beard when you shaved it off? Great tips for the new folks.....

[@JeremiahStringer]

Lol I found gear and a couple dead bugs XD

[@rockytopwrangler2069]

...Everyone starts with what can be afforded,, learn as you go .. if you hike with someone experienced ,look at what they are using,ask why that ?? Most gear is somewhat seasonal , but altitude and terrain also plays into the game,, length of outings also.. At the retail outlets ask questions,, for a while , not every salesman gets out and actually uses the gear they sell.. Don't over look the bulliten board at the outfitter stores and sources like Craigslist and other internet hiking gear related equipment... If you have decided on what you want ,,There are often gear on there that has Never been used,, and/or slightly for half the cost or less .. Sometimes with a little time and effort you can get geared up with good quality gear for less than the discount items....changing gear is pretty much normal but realize the difference,, canister stoves ,,liquid stoves work differently and at times one will outshine the other ,, small wood (twig) stoves are another option where there is plenty of fuel source around... IMO ..Get as Good quality gear as can be afforded that will perform the task .....as far as weight "it is what it is"... .. unless you are a through hiker going through towns every few days ,, pack weight is going to be heavier than most UL hikers claim to carry........ IMO ,, most UL hikers are an unprepared accident to happen ......Pack to enjoy being out there ..... not pushing to get back home....

[@JeremiahStringer]

Love the comment :D Excellent advice and very down to earth perspective. Great info

[@JokkeHimSelf]

Petzl Bindi... 200 lumen, weight is 35gram and will light up the road a few meters in front of you :) I've used it on the road and when cars are driving towards me, they adjust the light. :) It's really great to have in your jacket pocket whenever you need it :)

[@JeremiahStringer]

Super super compact. I think it is a very common light for climbers too

[@heidijorg9469]

Loved it. Great job.

[@JeremiahStringer]

Thank you very much :D

[@SilentWoods123]

You can put a smal peace of tape over your ear before sleeping, the will stay there! :)

[@JeremiahStringer]

This last trip I slept in a beanie and what do you know that stinking air pod was still in lol

[@SilentWoods123]

@@JeremiahStringer i know but mine wil activate sire when the beanie is to tide !

[@JeremiahStringer]

That is def a down side

[@Crissandra.Kefalinos]

elago Ear Hooks Designed for... www.amazon.com/dp/B083B97J41?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share Thanks KZbin algorithms. Great information! I use those to keep mine in at night.

[@kenttheboomer721]

E'erbody pimpin' for Backcountry nowadays.

[@JeremiahStringer]

Lol you know it

[@theblindhiker6960]

As a newbie id give my right tarp stake for a back country sponsorship 🤣🤣🤣

[@deliciousfewd]

I could listen to you describe paint dry. Great video.

[@JeremiahStringer]

XD

[@kooldude7876]

great video! love the tips! I definitely learned the hard way purchasing budget gear! I found that investing in quality gear is worth the money in the long run because the gear will outlast the cheaper items

[@JeremiahStringer]

Love some good long lasting gear

[@mbikesrulee]

Where's the beard shaving video? Don't say it doesn't exist.

[@JeremiahStringer]

Lol no video, but I have been taking a photo everyday as it grows

[@haxor6863]

Hey I just saw your shirt, I’m also from Kentucky and just getting into backpacking, I’m in Powell county just outside the gorge. It’s nice to see other people enjoying the same things I do near me, keep it up 👍

[@JeremiahStringer]

Thank you!! :D Having fun in my old KY home

[@ericsidolmind]

Yeah, I have those exact dry bags for years. I store my journal sometimes in one, for shoulder season. That's about it though. I will check out hilltop packs though, cause I'm still using this like mesh bag from who knows what as my bear bag. I'm also looking for a better ditty bag. Mine is like a travel toiletries zippered mesh bag. I wish I could show you lol. You'd go like "OMG LOL"

[@JeremiahStringer]

Lol that would be awesome. Send me a DM on insta

[@teejay3272]

Buy once - Cry once. Just gotta' make sure you know what you're buying. Thought you'd be upgrading that first remote canister stove to a lighter version instead of the pocket rocket. I'm all in with remotes. You can make a DIY windscreen out of aluminum baking pan (insignificant weight ding) and they're significantly better in the cold and up high. I'll take a few ounces there. Good job with this. Although I'm kind of board with the live and learn method. A really good way to learn gear. Screw up once and you won't do it again. And that includes knocking over a food pot.

[@JeremiahStringer]

Hard life lessons lol