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[@KUEHLKUEST]

That's a sick lid you have there JK!! Very nice jacket!! Que Stripper music!! Love Alpaca!! That quilt!! 900 fill!?!

[@john_kelley]

Definitely 900 fill. Pretty sweet!

[@skarubbadub]

This is my first time on your channel and now I finally understand the hate clout some ppl are throwing on the blue lit garage atmosphere.

[@lynx7906]

Hey John! I also just purchased the OV Fortius 1p trekking pole tent. I can't wait to try it out.

[@KAoutdoors]

Great video! Excited to hear your Waymark review.

[@john_kelley]

That will probably be in the fall.

[@59chevt]

Always an upbeat and informative video. thanks

[@john_kelley]

Thanks for watching!

[@jimhendrix7566]

Great video and it's fantastic to see you making videos again John. Two thumbs up my friend. 👍👍

[@john_kelley]

Thank you my friend! I hope you're keeping things together in Germany!

[@Doc_Watson]

LOL, your 'Inner Plumber' I like the thicker sides on a sleeping pad. My thermarest neoair pad has that.

[@john_kelley]

It definitely helps keep you centered on the pad, Mr. Wilson! 😂

[@fenryswartooth]

Let's go. I was literally just searching for new gear videos!

[@john_kelley]

Well….here you go! 😁

[@19stoney64]

You’re really great at these gear videos and very knowledgeable. I still haven’t bought any gear even though I’m hiking even more now. Can’t wait til spring hits. I think REI is the closest thing to me to go get fitted for a backpack. It’s located in Indianapolis or Cincinnati. I haven’t even been to an outfitters store like that so I look forward to that. Sooo much to learn. Lol

[@john_kelley]

Thanks so much Stoney! I'm glad to hear that you're getting out there.

[@csamons0935]

LOVE my Loco Libre Operator 50⁰ quilts. A must in the summer for hammock camping. Enjoy and can't wait to see the reviews.

[@john_kelley]

Good choice! Loco Libre has also partnered with Dutchware Gear, and Dutch is selling their quilts on his site.

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Great stuff John! Love that tent. Crow✌️

[@john_kelley]

It’s gonna be weird sleeping on the ground.

[@GoAheadandHike]

My zpacks arc blast should be arriving tomorrow! My brother and I did the Lone Star Hiking Trail in 4 and a half days. No big inclines because…Texas. Just 20+ mile days. Our biggest day was 26.6 miles (the day other peoples poop stories got me through as we listen to the podcast) and we were able to stash everything we didn’t need for the day at a trail head in the bushes inside our compactor bags and slack pack the 26.6 to the end of the trail where we had parked, and picked up our gear on our way home. Feeling the massive difference in how you are able to hike with less weight, even after 4 days doing 20 mile days was enough to get me looking into more ul gear. I love my Osprey Aura. That 65l bag can carry some serious gear for small trips where I want a lot of creature comforts. But at 19.9 oz, I’m excited to try this new pack! My base weight with my osprey for for our trip was 21.3. On long trips, I can use this new bag and just use my hammock as my camp chair (tear rolls down cheek) and that together shaved off 5 lbs on my base weight!

[@larchlarch9851]

Another excellent video John. We love you here in North Carolina ❤️.

[@john_kelley]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@sidebysidegear3329]

I love all the gears and how you highlight the feature and benefits of each product. The jacket is my favorite!

[@john_kelley]

It's a great jacket!

[@FOLLOWINGWALKERSWORLD]

Some good looking gear John. Never heard of that tent till now. 👍

[@DryBonesOutdoors]

It is an amazing tent!

[@john_kelley]

So far, it's looking good. We'll see how much I like it after the summer is over. LOL

[@NealBenson]

I love my Fortius Tent! I started with the 2p tent and then traded it in for the 1p tent.

[@rickmc73]

Great vid jk. Good hiking this year!

[@john_kelley]

Thanks!

[@sundaymorninghikes6275]

Good reviews, man! That Fortius looks sweet! I recently picked up a Durston 2P (not the pro) - that's an AMAZING tent, but I also hammock...such a problem. Loved the gloves and the Long tee! I definitely see the benefits of the air pump, but that noise drives me crazy(er).

[@jacobrclark58]

I'm looking at getting a new pack. How do you like the Waymark compared to the chicken tramper or ULA you've had in the past? Thanks!

[@steveyost5530]

Hey John, Great video as usual. I opted for the OV Nova Pro vest instead of the jacket as I also have their Vario and Ventus to layer with. Love the Fortius but why the shift from the hammock? Is it due to using the Waymark that is smaller? I am looking longingly at the Waymark EVLV 38 but not sure if it has enough room for what I have or like to carry anyway.

[@john_kelley]

Nice! It's more about broadening my experience. I really haven't tent camped much since 2019.

[@dalehilliard5535]

Outdoor vital's Fortis 2 tent rocks.. I have this tent it's huge inside particularly when you deploy the sidewall tie outs ..well built and has never leaked

[@MrTimmyGT]

I have the rapide pad and it's awesome! It is bulky but totally worth it!

[@john_kelley]

I've heard only good things.

[@nikkelt]

I'm looking forward to trying the hydration system from One Bottle Hydration.

[@john_kelley]

Nice!

[@Alex-yx8wb]

You're gonna love the pump. I've had the original version for a couple years and got the version 2 a few months ago. They're both great but the new one is much more user-friendly.

[@john_kelley]

I’ve got the old one, too. I like this one much better.

[@markheming3507]

I’ve used the flextail pump on my last 2 trips & it’s a game changer

[@john_kelley]

It's really nice!

[@christopherrichardson7342]

Yo! Is it me; or does John always shows us GEMS?! I really like this channel... I just subscribed!🤝🏽✌🏾

[@HikeOregon]

I loooooove my NovaPro! Been wearing it for two winters now.

[@john_kelley]

It’s a great jacket

[@JUANORQUIO]

W❤W! That’s Incredibly Awesome! Cheers!🥂❤️✨

[@kevans2337]

The alpaca shirts make me itch but I buy them for my sister and she loves them. And it's so true that they don't run.

[@john_kelley]

I own four now, and I love them.

[@longwinters4304]

I would be very interested in how you pack everything in your 40 LT pack. I barely make it in my 60LT ULA Ohm

[@john_kelley]

That may be coming...

[@russellteee]

I also got a compass like that for Christmas, gotta learn how to use it! Are people hiking with these jackets on? I guess maybe if it is super cold outside. Not sure I am sold on pit zips.

[@john_kelley]

I wasn’t either until I wore it more. I really like them.

[@skarubbadub]

I'm looking into getting a compass. It would be fun to see you rely on soly a compass

[@john_kelley]

I'm learning. I'm planning to do a trip by the end of the summer where it's all I use.

[@markpanarese2452]

Ditching my altra lone peaks for some HOKA speed goats! Looking for a Tarp for camp something like an aqua quest but need suggestions! Keep up the great work JK!

[@john_kelley]

I hope the speed goats do well for you. I'm looking for new trail runners right now, myself.

[@davidshirley6850]

I have 2 of the hoodies, I wore them everyday the temps were in between 30 and 40 last year, so comfortable and warm

[@john_kelley]

They’re fantastic!

[@davidshirley6850]

@John Kelley been thinking on the tshirt for spring and summer hard to pay 100 for a ss tshirt

[@john_kelley]

@@davidshirley6850 I totally understand

[@BackpackingWithJason]

Love the pit zips on the jacket. I do swear by the fingerless gloves. Love them WAYMARK is killing it with there backpacks. I love mine Cool video brother

[@john_kelley]

Thank you, my friend! Those pit zips are awesome!

[@saramehlhoff5177]

Hardside Hydration Swig Rig is my new addition to my 2023 kit.

[@john_kelley]

I've not heard of that. I'm going to have to look that up.

[@denakelley4363]

I love that Outdoor Vitals puts pitzips in thier jackets. When they came out a few years ago with their synthetic puffy hoody that I would say is a lot like the Patagonia Nanopuff hoody, while I was watching their ad I saw the pitzips and I was like, "Shut up and take my money!" because this is something that has been missing on insulated jackets from the beginning. Just because you want to be warm doesn't mean you don't at times need to vent some heat and moisture, and it's so much more comfortable to do that from the pits than to unzip the front of the jacket.

[@john_kelley]

Anything that can help keep you from sweating in cold weather is a good idea to me.

I had their UL LoftTek jacket, and as much I loved the features, I found cold coming in from the pit zips.

[@denakelley4363]

@ It definitely depends on conditions. For active winter wear, when I'm generating heat like when hiking, I like pitzips. For sitting around in camp, I prefer no pitzips.

[@shawnr6117]

I just recently got my first backpacking quilt , got a screaming deal, about $72-73 cad reg $180. Also picked up a new pot, kind of a budget alternative to the Vargo bot , it's technically not a "pot" but it's stainless steel so it can take the heat

[@john_kelley]

Nice!

[@shawnr6117]

@@john_kelley forgot to mention that's a down quilt comfort rated to 12c/54f

[@1LeggedAdventures]

Tencel - being as its a wood fiber material wouldn't it hold on to moisture more so than some kind of technical blend?

[@john_kelley]

Actually, Tencel is moisture wicking. I've looked all over the internet, and the answer is always the same. It's great at sweat management and moisture wicking.

[@BACKPACKERish]

I WISH the temps stayed at 80 overnight in the Rockies! I have to rock my 15 degree quilt in august…great video!

[@john_kelley]

Yeah.....but those views!!!!

[@6foot8jesuspilledpureblood82]

I am thinking about the tiny pump, but. My sleeping pad stuffsack is integrated with a pump sack so I would need to take the stuff sack pump and the tiny pump. Not really worth all that weight idk maybe I'll make a dyneema bag and take the tiny pump

[@christianb8228]

Otherwise great video dude I enjoyed it

[@john_kelley]

Glad you enjoyed

[@cmcfalls2]

John, bro...the hat...I NEED that hat!

[@john_kelley]

May the force be with you!

[@richardreed6249]

Watching your videos and was wonder what happened. I hope you haven't given up hiking.

[@Yoitsseb]

Jaw dropped when I saw the pit zips! This feature should be a standard like the front zipper is. So far it's reserved for all the top quality stuff.

[@john_kelley]

I agree. The pit zips are fantastic.

[@chrisholmes5765]

I will never buy another puffy or rain jacket without pit zips. I have Outdoor Vitals loftek adventure jacket and I love it.

[@Beardedbackpacker]

I see we are both doing the OV 100 mile challenge this year, should be fun! Although my videos may not be as well put together as yours lol.

[@john_kelley]

Sounds great! I can't wait to see them!

[@BackpackingwithBuckley]

Good stuff buddy! Can you wash and dry that t shirt?

[@john_kelley]

Air dry. No dryer.

[@Wondering_Fireball]

I’m using the Durston Xmid pro2, the new Lite AF 46 liter pack. Everything else is pretty much the same.

[@sferris5316]

Can you do a video on your whole sleep system? I’m 6’2” about 250 and I’ve had a hard time finding a system that’s warm but not claustrophobic or ridiculously expensive. P.S. I live in the mountains of Idaho.

[@john_kelley]

I've done some for my hammock in the past. I haven't really done a recent one yet.

[@one2869]

My wife and I both use the BA quad core deluxe. Basically, the same sleeping pad with a different fabric on top. Same r-value, same comfort. Probably the most comfortable pads available. We both use the wide versions also. For tents, I have the x-mid 2p and absolutely love it! My wife has the lanshan 2 pro but has been looking at either the fortius or the x-mid. I told her I would buy either because they are both great tents. She does still love her lanshan but the fortius is like the lanshan on steroids! Better guy out design and more staking options. Although, the lanshan 2 pro is extremely impressive at its price point. Even if she decides on another tent, we will keep that lanshan because even I like it and will still get use of it. The jacket is hands down the best out there! My wife has one and I'm getting one. The flextail pump is definitely an underrated product. We've used other similar pumps that are great but that little port on the side is absolutely annoying. Quilts, if it is 48 or warmer, I'm pretty much not going to have anything other than a small fleece blanket that doesn't even cover me completely lol. I sleep very warm. 48 down to 30 I use a down bag from nearzero. I use it unzipped as a blanket. From 30 down to 10F, I use the OV stormloft 15 degree quilt with just base layers. I'm definitely going to look into those shirts though. Might be perfect for me! Oh, and love the hat. Where did you get that one? I got to get me one. Got to keep my inner nerd happy! Just because of that I'm going to be your newest subscriber as soon as I'm done with this book... I mean comment lol. Great video. Looking forward to checking out your others!

[@john_kelley]

😂 Long comments are welcome! I got the hat from Columbia. It was a limited release. They sent out an email, and there was a short window to get it. I'm not sure if they have any more, but you could look.

[@one2869]

@@john_kelley I will look. Thanks

[@john_kelley]

@@one2869 it looks like they’re sold out. www.columbia.com/starwars/?searchMethod=manualSearch&lang=en_US&simpleSearchSubmit=submit

[@one2869]

@@john_kelley yes, they are but I found similar ones on Amazon. Already ordered one!

[@john_kelley]

@@one2869 nice!

[@garrycollins3415]

I'm a big fan of BA sleep pads.

[@john_kelley]

I definitely like the rapide.

[@jeffpeters5347]

Great video John! I’ve been looking for reviews of the 8020 shirts, and you’re the first I’ve found. I hope to see more thoughts from you later on it. Also, if you’re interested in selling your Arc Haul Ultra, let me know! How about a vid on gear you’re DONE with from 2022?

[@john_kelley]

I'm not selling the Arc Haul. It's definitely going to be my longer trip pack.

[@jeffpeters5347]

@@john_kelley Never hurts to ask the question! 😉

[@john_kelley]

@@jeffpeters5347 True! 😂

[@MichaelsPwner]

I live in California and in the summer it gets just as hot. I just ordered a 10° quilt because I was hoping to be able to use it year round. Did I make a mistake buying the 10° quilt instead of the 25° quilt? Would you recommend that I call them and get my order changed before it ships? I ordered the ZenBivy Light bed and it was crazy expensive. I really can’t afford a quilt this expensive, but I couldn’t sleep in the mummy bag I had. I’m very nervous about buyers remorse. Is a 10° quilt going to be too warm to use the majority of the year?

[@john_kelley]

Yeah. A 10 degree is going to be really hot in summer months, if you're camping in warmer areas. I've been using a 20 degree almost year round for several years.

[@MichaelsPwner]

@@john_kelley thank you. I contacted them earlier today and I swapped it over to the 25° bag. It’s a pound lighter and $150 cheaper, so I’m happy. :) I appreciate you taking the time to respond to me :) Especially since it’s like 4am where you are lol. Edit: It’s almost $150 cheaper because I bought one for my wife and I. So close to $75 cheaper each.

[@john_kelley]

@@MichaelsPwner lol. No worries. Woke up early today. 😂

[@MichaelsPwner]

@@john_kelleyI look foreword to seeing more videos from you. I hope your doing well. Thank you again for your advice. I thoroughly enjoy the 25° quilt.

[@nabwong]

Most comfy pad is the Nemo Quasar. I also have the Rapide. The Quasar is comfier and quieter. The Rapide is lighter and has a higher R value. I don’t winter camp so I go with the Quasar 9 out of 10 times.

[@MichaelsPwner]

This is exactly what I wanted to know. How much more comfortable? A lot or only slightly? I’m going to return my NEMO Tenser insulated I bought because I can’t sleep comfortably on it without a closed cell foam pad under it. Those were the two pads I was looking at replacing it with.

[@nabwong]

@@MichaelsPwner Just want to state I’m a side sleeper. To me, the quasar is the lightweight pad that feels closest to a real mattress. The top material feels like cloth rather than the plasticky feel. It also has a gentle downward gradient from head to toe which relieves the pressure around my hip. I don’t have any muscle aches after sleeping on the quasar. Comfort 10/10. Rapide comfort 8/10. Tensor maybe 6/10.

[@john_kelley]

I haven't used the quasar, but it sounds like a pretty sweet pad.

[@nabwong]

@@john_kelley I highly recommend it.

[@addz5]

Nice video! But hiking with compasses. I’m surprised that “most American backpackers” doesn’t know all the ways to navigate with map and compass. Just relying on technology. I never backpacked my way forward with apps/gps or only following trail marks. And most people I know here in Sweden would not. So happy for you! But I recommend Silva compasses 🇸🇪👍🏼😂

[@john_kelley]

I’m learning that’s more of an American thing. I’m looking forward to using the compass more.

[@DryBonesOutdoors]

Dude I just bought the Fortius 2P and it is a tank for a tent that is light as it is. It gets so many bad reviews for being a sit/poly material, but honestly I could have bought the Durston for the price I paid for the Fortius but I just know how much Outdoor Vitals put into research and development of this tent with goal of developing a tent that can withstand the elements. I was confident in making the purchase and the room in this thing is ridiculous. Can't wait to get your thoughts on it after you use it in the backcountry. Hope to see you on the trail again this year!

[@john_kelley]

I'm impressed so far. It's pretty much no frills. Just a simple, durable tent.

[@johncoyote5655]

Jk. Glad to see you back.

[@SouthernHike]

INNER PLUMMER LOL. You ain't gotta be a big guy to be that. I just got that pump man. My least favorite chore of camp is pumping my pad lol

[@john_kelley]

Plumber’s unite!!! 😂 pumping up the sleeping pad is annoying.

[@wartable]

Bought the pump…doesn’t fit my pad but like the light

[@john_kelley]

What pad are you using?

[@wartable]

@@john_kelley heytrip

[@SkitterComic]

What's the symbol on your hat?

[@john_kelley]

The Jedi symbol. I’m a nerd. Lol

[@SkitterComic]

@@john_kelley - I'm a nerd too. I can't believe I didn't recognize it.

[@6foot8jesuspilledpureblood82]

Man Alpaca is the final evolution in hiking wear. Too much $$$$ lol

[@donwaldroopoutdoors3665]

Cold crack don’t wanna backpack 😂

[@john_kelley]

Exactly!!!

[@Kevinschart]

I like that fortus tent but I have yet to see the designers demonstrate the internal space. that's an automatic no go for me as a 6'1" hiker.. I scoured the net to find a video of someone actually inside the tent, on a mattress and couldn't find one. red flag for me. Same story on the 1p

[@john_kelley]

I'm 5'8" and there's a ton of room. I'm only 5'8" though. I can totally understand your concern.

[@iceman857]

Don't go to the dark side man! Stick with hammocks PLEASE. Kidding. Thanks for introducing us to all the gear.

[@john_kelley]

Lol. I’ll never lose my first love.

[@joserivas919]

Where do you live?

[@lakorai2]

Sell the Fortius and get an X-Mid

[@john_kelley]

Let me use it first. 😂

[@gadblatz4841]

Seems like an expensive lanshan?

[@john_kelley]

I’ve not used the lanshan, but I can see the comparison.

[@DryBonesOutdoors]

A lot of people want to give it that comparison because it is made of a 15D sil/poly, but there are multiple features that make it better than the LanShan. The ventilation on the Fortius is amazing and it really is a solid tent. Does it stretch when it gets wet? Yes, but the stitching and all the places to guy it out make up for that. Not to mention the weight. I confidently paid the extra $100+ for this tent. I will agree that the Durston X Mid 2 could be a better tent at about the same price point but that's about the only other trekking pole tent I would consider at that price point. I think those two tents are the best your gonna get unless they are made of Dyneema. But I'm not knocking the LanShan either. For the price of the LanShan and the weight it is an awesome tent as well. It's just not going to breathe and reduce condensation or withstand the elements like the Fortius and the X Mid.

[@donwaldroopoutdoors3665]

I notice you didn’t include price ? Must be expensive

[@john_kelley]

What do you want the price on? I’ll give it to you.

[@donwaldroopoutdoors3665]

The alpaca shirt and hoody , just in general when see gear video I like get an idea of is it something I can afford

[@donwaldroopoutdoors3665]

I’m 2x guy as well

[@john_kelley]

@@donwaldroopoutdoors3665 appalachiangearcompany.com/products/mens-8020-long-sleeve-tee%E2%84%A2

[@john_kelley]

@@donwaldroopoutdoors3665 a shade over $100

[@adelekhagna]

the music in the background is stressing af and wayyyyy too loud 🤪😅

[@loopstabay3566]

Don't use the mittens with the magnet in them if you are using a magnetic compass as it will change the magnetic polarity and screw up your compass

[@john_kelley]

Good call. I'm new to the compass thing, so that's great advice.

[@americafirst5453]

That tent sucks when it rains it will sag significantly to the point you can't even tighten it more. It's a joke

[@john_kelley]

We'll find out

[@phillipgonzalez9574]

OV isn't an athletic cut. It's a slim cut. I have 3 of the jackets its not athletic

[@john_kelley]

They're a bit tight

[@phillipgonzalez9574]

@@john_kelley but they are great jackets wear them often

[@christianb8228]

You said no fabric is completely water proof that’s not tru DCF is 100% water proof. Now no backpack is 100% water proof I think that’s what you meant to say

[@john_kelley]

Unfortunately, every fabric has to be sewn or taped. Over time, those eventually let in water, but you are right. Dyneema fabric on it's own is waterproof.

[@JCandCo.]

I’ve always liked that jacket, but cant get past the fact that its produced in China/Vietnam for the $$$.

[@john_kelley]

It’s a really great jacket.

[@rogueskypilot4116]

Don't get the gloves. That magnet in the hand will ruin your compass navagation. Those gloves are usless.

[@john_kelley]

I wouldn't say they're useless. I've used them all winter, and they've been great. I just won't use them with the compass.

[@loopstabay3566]

Great gloves but not near a compass. Durston tents if have magnetic clips. Not a tent for a compass user!

[@AntwonDaBusiness]

Just use a thin liner in the summer man. Using a 50 degree quilt is kinda hot when it’s 80 degrees out haha.

[@john_kelley]

The 50 is great when the weather decides to ignore the weather man.

[@AntwonDaBusiness]

@@john_kelley hahaha yes yes. I typically always take a liner in summer months as well as a lightweight quilt just in case. Those little liners are brilliant for summer sleeping