How I fit all my solo wild camping kit in my 36l Osprey Stratos backpack

[@jameskid1989]

I was stressing how to prepare appropriately for a weekend winter camp without carrying too much excessive stuff and this vid came up just when I needed it. Thanks!

[@elventuresearth]

Glad I could help!

[@Fred12333]

Glad to see a fellow camper including the essential beers aswell! 😂

[@elventuresearth]

Definitely an essential!

[@gruttewibe76]

Impressive. I think 35l is a daypack size for me :D Never imagined camping gear for an overnighter would fit in there.

[@chrishamilton2527]

Interesting that you say about weight low down. In the military we are taught to put the weight up high - sounds counter intuitive but it works. I use a 40 litre roll top pack - I use. Nylofume pack liner which will amaze you. They are about £3.50 each but last for ages; really tough, and my quilt and spare clothes go inside along with my thermarest. I don’t use a pack cover. I have a DCF sack to shove my tent into if it is wet but generally manage to sponge it nearly dry as long as it’s not tipping down when packing away.

[@elventuresearth]

You're not the first person to mention that! It does sound backwards though, I was taught weight low to keep centre of gravity low, and to keep the weight on your hips rather than shoulders. Do you know why the military teach it this way? Will check out the pack liner, tah!

[@theradgegadgie6352]

​@elventuresuk El, do you think it might be a female/male thing, regarding which part of each sex's body is more healthily able to carry weight? Obviously, the military has way more men than women, and those parts of it likely to do rough living more often (like the infantry) are pretty much exclusively so. That'd explain why he was taught differently.

[@blank-dr2kx]

Super video love seeing how people pack they’re kit differently

[@morning_sounds]

I’m just packing for a trip and putting the tent down the middle is a useful technique. I had it on the outside of the pack before.

[@doransshield9176]

Great video. Have one myself and with some proper organization managed to make it fit all sorts of gear for a 3 day/2 night trip. Will say that past 32lbs it becomes uncomfortable to wear, but otherwise does everything perfect

[@summitupmark5615]

I have that pack - and never thought to try my RAB ascent 500 in the bottom pocket - I'd easily get the rest of my gear in the rest of the pack - especially using your tip for the sleeping mat. Thanks

[@ConnorPenfold-h8n]

Squeezing your sleeping bag into that section is literal dark magic! I've got an Osprey48 and a Berghaus Transition 300 sleeping bag and I can't even get half of it stuffed into the bottom pocket

[@elventuresearth]

Persistence, and make sure you tuck it into all the tiny back corners first!! Can't leave any air gaps at all or it just won't close haha

[@Theorangeman.]

That was really impressive, got the same bag so will be trying this out this week. New subscriber here

[@elventuresearth]

Nice one Neil, best of luck!

[@swissarmyfan]

Hello nice vid! Your packing ability is impressive! Managing with a sub 50L pack still eludes me!

[@elventuresearth]

Thank you! The trick it to practise paying Tetris, then it all seems to fall into place 😂

[@SuperDixxxie]

OMG i loved the roll up jacket into the hood tip👌. Subbed👍😁, all the best Dixie

[@elventuresearth]

Thanks, it's my favourite tip, such a lifesaver!

[@mikecoward3949]

Great video. I always carry too much so being able to scale kit down, carrying a smaller lighter pack.

[@Usual_Goon]

Take cans if you need beer, they are lighter and you can crush them down afterwards.

[@elventuresearth]

good tip! these were just what we had leftover

[@justfreedude]

Nice tip about folding a jacket!

[@SurvivalSavvvy]

Ihave that same water filter and used it one time and could not stand it. That things takes for ever to use. I end up going with the first need. nice lay out video though

[@Upstatenyoutdooradventures]

Bamboo biodegradable toilet tabs are awsome check them out better then t.p roll

[@Laubasss]

Going to repack tomorrow morning with these tips. I could hardly fit my stuff in my supposedly 50 liter National Geographic hiking backpack (I know....not a regular brand, but it was cheap and it is sturdy lol) Trick with the sleeping bag should give lots of space I hope. I put it in the small compression sack. But indeed. All the cilindrical shapes take up room....pfff...stressing now lol Cheers, new subscriber from the Netherlands 😅

[@elventuresearth]

I love Nat Geo ☺️ thanks for joining the channel ♥️

[@Laubasss]

@@elventuresearth cheers for replying! I had a lovely hiking weekend and I did quite ok with packing! On to the next adventure!

[@MichaelSalmons64]

Re: comments about glass bottles: the video is proof there's space and weight for a few odd items that you *want* to have but aren't absolutely necessary. a few luxuries.

[@pauledwards499]

Brilliant, thanks for that! I run a little wild camping club and it's surprising how many people forget their sh*t kit. Beers are essential, or a hip flask full of gin or brandy. Thanks for the down jacket tip, never seen that and it's probably more comfy than most camping pillows

[@elventuresearth]

The pillow trick is probably the best rip in the video in my opinion, I don't have to carry any extra kit but I can tick that pillow into my sleep bag with me and it's mega comfy

[@matthewhowe4326]

I often pack an empty pillowcase, then once in your tent, you can pack it with clothes and your down jacket uppermost, makes for a good comfortable pillow and keeps your clothes warm and out of the way overnight.

[@albertlee9238]

Handy and useful guide, thanks !

[@chrishiking8818]

Bet beer was good 👍, great info young lady. Take care

[@GoodBlokeOutdoors]

Great video El… subscribed 👊🏽🤙🏼

[@elventuresearth]

Awesome thank you!

[@craig3401]

Try putting your tent poles in the side pocket and ditch the glass bottles

[@davidvalek6271]

Do you mean to leave the beer behind??🤔...doesn't compute...:)

[@craig3401]

@@davidvalek6271 don't be silly no 1 is that daft but cans or decant a bottle of wine into a soft pouch

[@hi.kingharry]

how about adding 1 more sleeping bag? still fit in?

[@Rwecosher]

I’ve been ummin’ n errrin’ over this bag for a bit. Size wise, I’m definitely now set on it. Thanks. However, there are now two versions knocking about and yours looks like a cross between the two. I actually bought the Stratos II online (Blacks) and today received the Stratos - clear differences between them. No one who sells them so far seems to realise this and those who are selling the new version are actually still selling the old one labelled as the new. Yours is the colour of the II and the back adjustment doesn’t look like the ladder, also making it a II but the hydration bladder goes inside and the ‘Stratos’ lettering is in upper case, which is like the old version. This is gonna be a bugger…

[@elventuresearth]

Weird, so is mine a 1 or 2? I didn't know that was even a thing until your comment!

[@knuckleheadlush]

Wicked. Great video. Thanks.

[@adventureseeker9800]

The 36 liter obviously isn't a long distance thru-hike backpack but I'm a huge fan of this one for a quick overnight. 36 liters seems perfect! Nice review.

[@SophisticatedDogCat]

I did a thru-hike once with a 35L pack.

[@adventureseeker9800]

@@SophisticatedDogCat That's awesome! I need to learn to pack better.

[@ramblingracheltrailtales]

Hi 👋 new subscriber here. I have a 36l rucksack but haven’t tried to camp with it yet. Might have to give it a go. Thanks. 😊

[@elventuresearth]

No harm in trying! Definitely consider if there are any lixuries you can leave behind

[@Yorkshiremadmick]

Bless You. Fantastic video Just subscribed because of this! Well Done 👍🏻

[@elventuresearth]

Thanks so much ♥️

[@remsss4234]

Im going to buy it thanks to you !!! a great video ty

[@elventuresearth]

I hope Osprey sees this comment 😂

[@ThousandHobbies]

Great vid. Thank you

[@elventuresearth]

Thanks for watching!

[@DavidHart-j8s]

Hi El, great video of the practical use of the Stratos. Is there a reason why you prefer this to the more female oriented Sirrus?

[@elventuresearth]

Thank you ☺️ when I buy gear and equipment I try to ignore the mens/women's labels and just choose whichever the best product for me is. If I remember rightly I tried both versions in the shop and they both fit comfortably, but the Sirrus only came in the classic "woman in the outdoors" colours of teal and purple- I wanted something more neutral so chose the Stratos. Some thing like sleeping bags I think it's more relevant but if the rucksack fits then it fits ☺️

[@bosiex]

Great video, just what I needed to find out about too. Subbed.

[@elventuresearth]

Thanks Neil!

[@MrSirlulzalot]

Awesome. Thanks.

[@a-a-u]

I like that trowel, what make is that, could you please share link ?

[@elventuresearth]

I'm so sorry I actually found it as litter on the beach!

[@a-a-u]

@@elventuresearth wow, I respect that.

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Great video! Awesome gear choices. Well done on the information. New follower here. Crow✌️

[@elventuresearth]

Thanks for following!!

[@cockybundu]

Great video - thank for sharing 👍

[@davidvalek6271]

Neat and very helpful. Thank you

[@rubensoto2279]

This is a fantastic bideo

[@Jazzman5]

Interesting that you don't use a compression sack for your doss bag! Also, anybody looking for those cheap microfibre cloths - UK only, £1 shops. Look in the car section. They're there. Also, weight - pack brew up stuff towards the top so you can stop for a brew. First aid kit - top pouch on your bag so you can get to it quickly. Get more weight to your shoulders!

[@elventuresearth]

I find i can squeeze it into that bottom compartment without it, but if it's already in a stuff sack then I struggle to shove it into all the corners properly! Good tip as well mate thanks for commenting :)

[@atrampinthehills.841]

nice one...glass bottles?

[@elventuresearth]

no harm in taking a luxury right?

[@youragronk6208]

Do you get moisture in the tent?

[@elventuresearth]

Sometimes I get a bit of condensation but it's not bad, it's one of the better tents I've used!

[@yusefajy]

Helpful 🎉 Thank you

[@jonasaugustsson7806]

Thats a sweet hat, is it somewhat waterproof?

[@elventuresearth]

Thanks! No I wish- it's fleecy around the ears tho so warm and cosy. Its one of the Arcteryx toques but can't remember the name

[@forsdykemontague1017]

How much does your bag weigh El ?

[@elventuresearth]

When I did ML training this setup weighed in at 10kg, I can't remember if that was with or without water!

[@elventuresearth]

That 10kg is also without beer and a trowel and possibly one or two other bits

[@chico9687]

I lost it at ''sh1t kit'' XD XD XD great video btw, really helped me with the choice of which size of backpack go for

[@Boots141]

I like that you have a Map & Compass.. wp ;) Stay Safe!! :heart:

[@magicworldbyjorg]

...cool video keep up the great content.. Thank you…

[@elventuresearth]

Thanks!

[@magicworldbyjorg]

@@elventuresearth Thank you very mutch... have a nice day.... see you….

[@jasonmaddison8815]

A use the same pack .

[@elventuresearth]

It's my favourite pack!

[@andreasweber7828]

Quite impractical to have a water bladder squashed inside the pack with the rest of the gear when you want to refill it. I used the Levity 60 and hated every refill. I don’t get it that Osprey doesn’t use the same system in every backpack between the pack and the air vent mesh like they do with some of their trekking packs. Super convenient

[@elventuresearth]

I do see your point! Personally I carry a days worth of water though so only have to refill in the evening when my bag is empty ☺️

[@USMC6976]

Must be nice to fit in a 1 person Tent. I'm 6'2"/230 lbs. My pants are bigger then her sleeping bag.

[@elventuresearth]

There's gotta be some advantages to being a woman in the outdoors 🤣

[@cariiinen]

nice

[@kaspersergej]

I like that you don‘t pack it all in neat and clean, just stuff it somewhere 😅

[@garyliu6589]

Heavy items should put in the top section such the weight rest on your upper back, take some of the weight off your shoulders.

[@geometerfpv2804]

The point is to put the weight on the hip belt. How would putting weight up high "take weight off of your shoulders"? It's gonna cause the pack to tip away from your back, and that causes weight on the shoulder straps. This is why packs have "load lifters": to keep the cg as close to you as possible. Keeping weight low helps this. I don't know where so many people got the idea that "weight up high" makes sense.

[@ELUSIVEDARTMOOR]

nice video i use the same tent great price weight and tunnel tent good in wind i’ve just started a new channel called ELUSIVE DARTMOOR i’m going out soon first one of the year 👌👌

[@abbottsadventures]

Beers.....the only essential item!

[@turtlewolfpack6061]

Only two beer? You need a bigger pack.

[@garyliu6589]

Things with mud should put in a plastic bag such it will not dirty your backpack

[@DanielEarlester]

TARDIS

[@theradgegadgie6352]

Ouch...... £858.46 in total. Makes me wish I wasn't a poor pleb.

[@elventuresearth]

Much less when you consider Cotswold Outdoor staff discount!

[@theradgegadgie6352]

@@elventuresearth Sadly, I don't work for them. Also, I'm six foot four and twenty plus stone, so I doubt your sleeping bag would fit me. ;)

[@epicentrums.e.8746]

"I don't know why, but Osprey backpacks have terrible colors. That's the only reason I don't buy them

[@elventuresearth]

Aw I've got to disagree there! What colours would you prefer? I always thought their range was decent

[@epicentrums.e.8746]

The Osprey Talon, for example, is only available in blue or black colors. Why aren't there any green or orange options@@elventuresearth