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[@chrisv1169]

It's cool seeing Norm MacDonald and Daniel Tosh talking about backpacking together

[@matthewpulliam7473]

I’m dying. Now I’ll never get that image out of my head. :)

[@robpelton]

Agreed boys. All of this comes with sheer experience. Kevin said, “Stroganoff-y knuckles”. Bahaha! Cheers.

[@charleseden5246]

Human gear duo spoon/spork is the bomb

[@rgmALC]

Take a shot every time someone says “super”

[@jeffmcgilvrey2497]

I have seen people cut the bag once the meal is ready make it shorter. They can then eat the meal with a normal spoon.

[@2laughandlaugh]

But you can't re- seal it after your done. Don't know if that helps with smell but it keeps the mess to a minimum in my trash bag.

[@YoungGunzBass01]

Titanium nail pegs are the GOAT in the winter. They don’t freeze into the ground like aluminum.

[@Ohio_Motonaut]

I fully agree on the Smartwool socks. I switched to Darn Tough years ago and never looked back. Far superior IMO.

[@tomnoyb8301]

This author's LT-4's are over five-years old with thousands of miles on them (same as LT-5's, but two-piece instead of three). On third set of tips. Handles almost done though. GG stopped carrying replacement handles. Looking at Cascade, if they only had GG-handles... ** HydroBlu filter is smaller, lighter, has built-in sealable ends and built-in threads on both ends. No storage ziplock to keep gear dry, no adapter rings and no sport-caps to reverse-flow for cleaning. Yes Squeeze only weighs 40% more by itself, but by the time one adds all the bits and bags, Squeeze is too fiddly and bulky. HydroBlu has the second fastest flow-rate, only to Squeeze. Well worth it for ease-of-use, simplicity and packability.

[@geech08]

You definitely need to try the katadyn be free filter if you haven’t. Switched from sawyer squeeze which was great but be free is more convenient and flows great

[@hikingwithdoc7904]

I have never had smartwool socks wear out in the four years I've been wearing them. I think they will eventually, but I am a fan.

[@EATENG]

Yeah, I don't get the hate either. I use Smartwool hiking, running, and casual/dress socks and have not come close to wearing out a pair in 3 years.

[@DanBecker]

Titanium stakes are THE WORST

[@fredschill1182]

Don’t forget my light weight home made aluminum spatula

[@steveh5169]

The BIC lighters failed me in Wyoming last year. Exact same problem, wouldn't light (most of the time) at altitude. Had two lighters and neither one worked. Cheap Amazon stove wouldn't work at altitude either, but works great in Ohio.

[@andrewconnelly4893]

Love/appreciate the video and your content. Wishing u the best on your upcoming adventures. One question - were cocktails incorporated in this video (I think it might have added some more passion, animation and “dramatic impacts”)?

[@Inspector007]

NEMO: agree. I have one of their sleeping bags and love it!

[@koltonhayden6934]

This is such a great and hilarious video! Highly Recommend. Agree on everything!

[@dustyc324]

no dried egg anything. biscuits and Gravy MH with Frank's red hot? Yep. Packit gourmet polenta and sausage is super good too.

[@2laughandlaugh]

1500 miles on my Cabellas house brand trekking poles. Cork handles and still under 70 bucks.

[@markcummings6856]

Andy just knows how to use his poles.

[@timlois]

Agree with all you're saying, PREACH!!!! BTW, what were ya'll drinkin' before this video?

[@SteffenThomsen]

Dis gon be good * michael jackson eating popcorn.jpg *

[@KrizAkoni]

Long handled bamboo spoon is where it’s at! Loved this stinky gear list…

[@Team5TL]

Have Smartwool socks I deployed with 18 years ago and they’re still going strong. Your mileage may very. Those Bic lighters do suck

[@TylerCampbellOutdoors]

I've used my LT5's in Linville Gorge, Red River Gorge multiple times, the entire Centennial Trail in SD, the entire JMT, and more. No issues.

[@dennisdemarco9007]

OK, but what could we use instead?

[@SalmondOutdoors]

Just bought a Gore Shake dry raincoat to replace my Helium 2, stoked to try it out

[@ExpeditionaryJonny]

I enjoyed this. Thank you for putting together & sharing

[@hremaddox]

I use alpaca socks.

[@nedanother9382]

I think we can call it a day on the carbon fiber and titanium parts. They dont work. Completely unnecessary and too expensive. Aluminum is perfectly fine.

[@frankieneedlz]

Never had a prob with titanium stakes

[@robduncan7409]

As far as the collapsible spork goes, I have and love it, the solution is to cut your mountain house bag in half once you eat a bit of it

[@777syth]

It's the paso electric ignition as opposed to flint and steel on the bic.

[@tamadrummer001]

Dude, the mountain house breakfast skillet/eggs are awful! I can and have eaten the biscuits and gravy even in the house it’s so good and easy but the egg dishes are horrible. Good call on that last one!

[@EverythingIsPhotogenic]

Komperdell C3 Cloud Pro Carbon Trekking poles FTW. Only grams heavier than the Gossamer Gear/Black Diamond top tier models and they warranty EVERYTHING, no questions asked. I've never broken poles, even when I thought I should have, but they stand behind their products. The way they roll their carbon is superior to Cascade Mountain (which I also have) and they are a bit more comfortable. Budget not being an issue, the Komperdell are really phenomenal poles. They don't market as heavily in the US (yet) but they are exceptionally popular in Europe and elsewhere in the world.

[@redwhiteblue7831]

Spot on with everything you said about every piece of gear... and I do not eat any Mountain House meals with scramble eggs. Curious to know what each of you came up with for a rain jacket??? Thank you guys for sharing. Take care Schill Brothers. 🇺🇲

[@juliomb1]

I mix in MH biscuits and gravy with the eggs and it soaks up the extra water and tastes good together.

[@jacobpoucher]

WHY WASNT LUXE HIKING GEAR ON THIS LIST?

[@TheLivingstons]

Do you spray your helium every year with instant water repellent? Mine is great because I take care of it.

[@brianc1651]

I say skip Sawyer altogether and just get a BeFree.

[@timlois]

I got super sick after eating the Mountain House scrambled eggs and uncured bacon meal on a trip last year for breakfast. Not sure, maybe I didn't let them soak long enough or something? The eggs did have a bit of a packing peanut consistency when I ate it. Yeah, but not good. Breakfast skillet isn't bad, but I'd rather go with the biscuits and gravy or granola. Peace.

[@Truth-Seeker75]

Thanks for calling out the GG LT5’s. I went through 3 pairs. I’m beyond sick of them. Total garbage.

[@aikirunner]

Outdoor Research guarantees the jacket for 12 months. I've returned mine three times. And yet I'll still use it. If it fails again, they'll replace it again.

[@BacktotheOutdoors]

I’m not looking for customer service willing to replace a crappy product three or four times in less than a year. I’m looking for a quality product that doesn’t need replaced. The customer service is built into the product.

[@CSwivel]

This makes zero sense lol

[@CastawayHikes]

I knew the OR Helium 2 was going to be on this list 🤣

[@dustyc324]

what's a better tent stake? steel tent stakes are softer than titanium and heavier by a lot. are you just making stakes everytime you camp? lies.

[@markcummings6856]

What else is new?

[@trailheadjunkie]

I agree with all of the above especially smart wool socks they do suck and over priced.

[@christophersedgwick7461]

Drunk closet rant?

[@mrwhirly0358]

I’ve had trouble with the Bic ez reach lighters even in my apartment.. and I live in NY, not exactly at any significant elevation. They’re pretty inconsistent regardless! I doubt snoop tolerates them IRL

[@HuckOutdoors]

It seems like my Darn Toughs wear out more then my Smart wool socks.

[@Strychninex]

LT5 user and advocate here. I feel you have a vendetta against them! :P. By far and away the best trrekking poles I've ever used. Never any issues.

[@lauraravenscraft1408]

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