Lester River Bushcraft Boreal Shirt: Winter Proof! - Preparedmind101

Preparedmind101 is now winter proofed thanks to the Lester River Bushcraft Boreal Shirt. This is a 100% wool Boreal Shirt that is made by Empire Wool and Canvas and sold exclusively by Lester River Bushcraft under license. I've seen the hardcore bush crafters sporting these for a couple years now, and now I know why...because it rules.
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[@PrimalOutdoors]

Those things are sweet for sure I made my own out of old army wool blanket I picket up at a second hand store for $30 bucks but I tell you the amount of work that goes into making one its is definitely worth the $250 he sells them for. Jason

[@preparedmind101]

Yes, this is a re-upload. Had to edit out some inaccurate information.

[@tikoflores2000]

Review the cold steel AK 47 mini

[@thomasmaraschiello1156]

Thank you for teaching me the benefits of wool! I'm a common man and bought a vintage Woolrich hunting outfit at a thrift store for $30.00 and cover it with gortex pants and jacket to hide the old school red makinau plaid. If I had the money I would buy the boreal shirt cause it's green but the old school 100% wool clothing works great too. Thank you for teaching me about layers for winter survival. :-)

[@redhedkev1]

I've got this garment. Yes very nice, wind blows right through it though. I'd suggest the Boreal Mountain Anoraks Waxed Canvas Wind Anorak as an outer layer in wet windy conditions. I was informed by them that you should order 2 sizes larger than the wool anorak under garment.

[@toddklekotka3340]

Nice! I like wearing wool when it gets really cold, definitely better than polyester or cotton. I bought an old surplus wool Swiss army jacket for about $50 from a surplus store in MI. Its really heavy, weights like 8 or 9 lbs! But I wore it when I when hunting and after sitting for about 4 hrs being still in 30 degree weather I started to get cold. But thats sitting still, now when I am doing something outside, no problem, I am warm. Only has two pockets and its a button up style, no zippers.

[@RicondaRacing]

I'm a NY to FL transplant and I own one of these. I initially got one for when it I go on vacation up North but recently I used it when the temp dropped to 39 here in FL, let me tell you this coat is the best winter coat. I wish I owned it when I lived in NY, it would have saved me from freezing my ass off in many winters growing up.

[@kam2057]

I should add, to take your measurements and round up to the next size. Leaves room for layers underneath but it's not over baggy either.

[@MadhuMangalaDasa]

Chris never gets tanner, the intros just get better.

[@mrJajasper]

I had wanted one of these for a long time, however had to wait till he was able to do a custom order for me as I am a bigger guy. I am glad I spent the money, I had though about making one myself, but unless I went with a cheaper wool, as a 100% wool blanket is not cheap, and did not want to ruin it. I read through the comments and see so may people complaining about price, and it takes time to make these. If you have the skills to make one, all the better to you, but not everyone has the skills. I can say that when I am around the campfire I am warm and not worried about a cinder catching the shirt on fire. I have had the ability to test the shirt in the -10 wind chill with just a thermal long sleeve top, and stayed pretty warm.

[@Roarmeister2]

It's pronounced "bor e al" not "bur reeal". www.oxforddictionaries.com/definition/english/boreal. The way you were saying it, it almost came out as buritto. Regardless it is a very good wool anorak.

[@teessidejack7253]

JUST ORDERED MY SHIRT.GREAT REVIEW.

[@lucky2653]

I'm thinking about buying one of these. I'm also considering lanolizing it to put some lanolin back into the wool the way sheep naturally have it to help repel water and insects a little bit better. Little known FACT is that lanolin is also the reason sheep don't shrink when they get wet. Anyway I need to do my research a little bit more because I don't think I want to over do it with the lanolin oil.

[@ManuelLopez-oz9rm]

I have had mine for three years worth every penny thanks , good vid. .

[@glennmuir5617]

Regarding the wool material (comments at 09:21), the Boreal shirt is made from 100% wool USGI blankets according to Kevin Kinney at Empire Wool and Canvas.

[@73FORGE]

Just got one, worth every penny!👍🏼🍺👊🏼

[@frankl1955]

Your killing me Chris, you just have too many good ideas and it’s costing me money... LOL Bye the way, that BK9 I got has got to be the sharpest knife I’ve ever owned, you were right again, thanks.

[@BRANDON-gf2qh]

Have you tested the condor stratos yet? Once again nice video been watching for a while now I subscribed CUZ I like the reviews that you do but I was wondering if condor gave u the stratos to test yet thanks ...keep those awesome videos coming out ..

[@Sir_Leelord]

But I really dig it. I think it's very bushcraft and high quality. Perfect for prepping

[@Theoutdoorproject80]

Fjallraven Greenland wax, comes in a bar designed to rub into clothing and fabric for waterproofing, washes right out , excellent stuff, they have the bars on ebay pretty cheap.

[@crosshair64]

Unfortunately for me, being 100% waterproof is a must have for my outdoor gear. I own thousands of dollars in my hunting clothes, literally thousands. And I have 3 parkas that are all over $500, but there 100% waterproof gore-tex. If you spend as much time as I do hunting animals and hiking, your going to experience rainy days, on all day sits in a treestand. My Sitka gear is expensive but waterproof also, I love wool because it's proven tough and warm, but it's not bombproof to me because if you're in a downpour, it's resistant to moisture not waterproof.. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and opinion on this product, I appreciate it sir.

[@anthonyvisconte7977]

You gonna review/check out, there 1/4in fire steel? Just wondering if it can keep up with Daves. Gonna pick up one of these coats. Looks super nice

[@Deeceesadventures]

Nice buddy you got a boreal shirt.

[@charleslarson3152]

Looks like one damn fine piece of gear indeed. However, I will add here that I am most thankful that I live in Tucson Arizona, where today (the 22nd of Nov) we will be close to 70 degrees under sunny skies. (sorry about that, hee hee >;) And by the way, who does your opening every progressing graphics?? They are the best without doubt!!

[@annedien]

Awesome!

[@rickanderson886]

I am buying one, I have seen them a few times (never knew who made them) and me being up north in the Canadian northwest, it just makes sense, thx Chris. Just saying-Boreal is pronounced "bo·re·al" , bôrēəl

[@jamesedwards1588]

It is good for sitting in a deer stand, but you are going to over heat if you do very much activity then you’ll be wet from sweat. Looks nice though.

[@zip2692]

I had a wool cap that was crazy itchy, is that the case with this jacket?

[@evillabrador1]

I've got the Swandri Hooded Bushshirt. I like yours better. A few guys more crafty than me have made their own from wool blankets, that would save a few bucks.

[@pmags1331]

Ha Wills Woody classic . Lol Nice product Chris

[@TheGberg56]

The intro makes it feel like I'm about to watch a movie

[@gunner4373]

popped a woody on camera! I would love some nice wool but unfortunatly my wife and daughter are highly allergic, bummer. I am loving my gen III surplus system though, but its far from a do all system. Im interchanging layer generations to get the maximum benefit in heat retention. An ongoing project. Stay warm and prepared!

[@docjnsn73a]

Old comment but for anyone allergic to wool try alpaca. Softer, warmer, lighter and pretty much hypoallergenic

[@saemushailstorm3135]

now how did you SIZE/FIT all these outer garments to fit as layers ?

[@kookie888]

“This is some thick, good stuff.”

[@godSPARDA1995]

5 ft 7 and about 155 lbs Should I go for small or Medium?

[@sd3gunner]

something nobody is mentioning... is it a rough itchy wool or a softer wool to the touch? Merino wool?

[@eagleveen]

I like the new intro

[@rickfoley5596]

I live in California and cold weather normaly means for me it's time to retire my shorts for a month or two and wear long sleeve t-shirts under a leather bomber jacket. However I just bought a cabin and it gets a little colder at the higher altitudes. I have a great 100 percent wool Trench Coat that keeps me toasty but it's not great to work in this looks like it would be a great item to keep at the cabin that I could just slip on when I am going to be outside for extended times.

[@stateniland]

trying to figure out my size on this shirt.. I'm 5'10 175lbs. A Small? Thanks!

[@jamiehughes1469]

Chris, what is the sizing like?

[@leelizardwilcox6271]

check out G Fred Asbell wool clothes. great buys for a cheap price. also northwest trader's. they make 100% wool point blankets and make traditional Capotes. very nice gear. good review been looking at the boreal shirt

[@crackpipejoe3508]

👍

[@Kigai11]

How long did it take you to receive your shirt? do you find that the shirt runs true to size, I normally wear a large but according to their site I should get a medium.

[@68MIKEILIKE1]

What size are you wearing Chris?

[@kam2057]

I did it. I finally spent the money. It's worth every penny. I live an hour north west of Duluth MN. It gets pretty damn cold here. Went out with a t shirt a thin mid layer pull over and the boreal shirt and I didn't notice the wind or the cold. I love this shirt! Can't wait to wear it hunting next year!

[@rasmaniramanadev3559]

if I could have 3 survival tools it would have the boral shirt pathfinder basic craft knife and the path finder 32 oz water bottle

[@Topstormking]

I got a canvas feather stuffed water proof coat from a yardsale local firemen had for only about 20$ insalates really well with the feathers even when its warm out I can still wear it, Not that I will though.

[@area4race]

Dat Intro.... nice

[@brutalbrital]

looks like a great product mate, its always good to see the light on the 'old' stuff that works I still think you should check out the swanndri though

[@JourneytoAdventure]

Hey Chris I know you are busy but I would like to buy this shirt. My question is how does it fit vs the size you ordered. I am 5 foot 8 and 190 pounds. The chart says I should order medium but I usually fit a large.. do you have any thoughts on what you think I should order? Does it shrink much after washing? Thanks for all your videos!

[@mossymaple]

What size are you wearing?

[@bryanr.3241]

Nice idea with the belt through the pocket. Would you say they are cut big ? I'm same build as you , so what size is that Boreal you have on ? Peace

[@Hndsomdevl1]

That's what I need to know, what size he wearing

[@bryanr.3241]

@@Hndsomdevl1 I did buy one many years ago and got a medium , but it was very difficult to put on and take off. So I returned it and got a Large. It is quite big but a little easier to get on. I think a great upgrade design would have zippers on sides to make it easier to get on. I still might take it to a tailor and have a YKK zipper installed on each side.

[@bobkirk7309]

As we say here in the UK "cheaply paid, cheaply made" I have one here (England) that's amost the exact same shirt (localy made) and I look like an out of work benedictine monk but who cares, it's as warm as hell, It is a little itchy at first, i got mine for about £75 ($100-$110) so not too bad just don't get it wet, it weighs a ton, and takes a year to dry, Regards, Bob

[@ninjaman381]

how good is it when it gets wet?

[@kingyeayea397]

The real question is does this thing ich like hell at specific points or all over ? With or without shirt? I need this answered an it'll determine wether I slam that buy now or not..

[@zaizen4359]

Based on the material it’s made from (apparently surplus 100% wool USGI blankets) I would expect that you’d want to wear a light layer underneath at least. It won’t be smooth like merino wool, but it shouldn’t be unbearably itchy either.

[@jameswatts9618]

in the uk these you can pick up for around £240 ish online. £240 sounds a lot but, go out Friday night £60 on drinks £20 on an indian and £15 for taxi that basically £100 on something that will give you a headache and the shits :/, much rather the Boreal haha

[@blanktank999]

what size is that? how tall r u?

[@working2bselfsufficient724]

I'm not knocking it but for the people who are more money savy I just got two 100% wool long coats from military surplus store and the extra length my wife is gonna cut off and make pockets where I want with the extra material.They where both new and i paid $100 total for 2.Just another option for less and with a little skill can alter to your needs.They may be older style but work excellent and look somewhat even close to the one you are wearing now.I bet it does work and I do agree spend money wisely and some things if you buy cheap (made) then you will pay the same after you wear it out and need multiple to last the same length of use as a properly made garment or anything for that matter.Also won't be as warm and will buy a couple at least if they are cheap and spend the same as a nice one.so buy wise and know what your buying and buy quality first and don't worry about having to not be comfortable and buying more trying to save a few bucks.

[@HUGLIFE12]

Do they come in 4x

[@chef.papa.6tango523]

Wool soaks up water pretty easily... how dry are you actually gonna stay with that? How itchy is it?

[@zaizen4359]

Wool is known to be able to retain body heat even when wet, and it can absorb a lot of moisture before you start to feel wet-that’s why it’s used for outdoor gear.

[@dragon3831]

$250.00 for something that will last a lifetime, is not at all expensive! Ive had my eye on one of these for a while now. BTW....what size did you get and how tall are you? Thanks for posting the video

[@preparedmind101]

Large, 5'7"

[@mgtowanonymous3120]

@@preparedmind101 i know its been 8 years. But please God respond chris!!! I need to know 1 thing before I FINALLY BUY THIS. AN THAT THING IS. DOES IT ITCH!?!?!?

[@shadowstalker130666]

I really want one, despite the severe 'ouch' on the pricetag. However, my only complaint is the limited sizes available. Companies all seem to think that outdoorsman all come in the same 3 sizes. I'm a big guy and I have no ability to buy a fair amount of good gear thats available, simply because most companies can't make anything more than an XL.

[@preparedmind101]

+shadowstalker130666 I haven't used it at all this winter. El Nino. Annoying.

[@shadowstalker130666]

I know what you mean, I've been staring at my snowshoes lately myself. I'm in Wisconsin, and we have GREEN grass right now. It's going to be almost 60F in a couple days. Normally this time of year the average is like 6F.

[@randalflagg9086]

I'm 300 plus pounds brother and had them make me a 4xl

[@liamleary8597]

nice intro

[@OutdoorLiving93]

Is it itchy?

[@xenoptryx]

Are you still in business?

[@EricCortez11]

If you wanna see expensive and real high quality... Check out Filson Mackinaw Cruiser Jackets. And I've tried on those wool jackets and they're real nice and legit. Kinda piece that can be passed down to your grandkids if you take proper care of it. So $250 is not that bad compared to Filson products.

[@scoopdedoop2673]

Chris, what size did u order?

[@preparedmind101]

+SCOOP DE DOOP large

[@adamaj74]

Which Goretex outer do you have for this?

[@45422]

www.1starmy.com/p-h2o-parka-marpat-ecwcs-gen-2-81005

[@aerosaaber]

batteries dislike being cold, they reward you w/ very fast decline when cold. But I'm sure you know that already :D.

[@garychapman5576]

what's the best way to wash it?

[@45422]

Hand or machine wash gentle/cool. Spin dry then air dry. Expect lint.

[@fringis1]

20f? so -6c? I invite you to come up for a hike in a couple months, see how you're fancy shirt deals with minus fahrenheits. May I recommend a denver hayes oil slick cotton polyester winter jacket. Seriously just come to canada, our coats rock

[@preparedmind101]

It's pretty damn good. In the video, I had no base layer. -15 is no problem with a light wool sweater as the next layer.

[@dennisjpoleyjr8713]

$ 250 isn't really that bad, check the prices for hunting jackets at Cabelas, or any Under Armor gear. Yes its a lot but if it works and you use it then its worth every penny.

[@dexterquincy1]

Its made by empire wool.

[@Andrewgunning]

Can I buy one of these in the UK?

[@randalflagg9086]

They ship to UK I bought one last winter

[@Blackwaterdogs]

You would have been right at home in Sherwood Forest about 800 years ago wearing that garment ! :-) (and, it`s pronounced "Bore-ree-ahl")

[@user-ms2mk2rm3t]

This dude wore this anorak to grill some burgers on deck winter...

[@Hockeyfan9884]

Bore- ree - ill. good jacket.

[@blackwaterdogs4256]

And you also look like a direct descendant of Robin Hood....(the chicks really dig that ! :-)

[@TexasScout]

Is this the ultimate cold weather anorak? Oh yeah. Is it worth $300? IMHO no. There are MUCH cheaper alternatives ($99.00) to this cover. But there won't have the cool factor of all these KZbin gurus saying it's the shit.

[@j-latimer2386]

Hi

[@1morehigh]

its not BO-REAL is boreal as in boreal forest

[@ratroddiesels1981]

ya cant put a price on quality its about survival . thats just a dusting of snow buffalo got 7'

[@uberLejoe]

I like the hoodie, but the more I looked into it, the more it seems that it's a really loose fitting hoody, which I don't like, I want my clothing conforming to my body. Not sagging. Though I have looked into the Filson Double Mackinaw cruiser. $ 350 jacket, but Damn, they are well made and are known to last generations.

[@leelizardwilcox6271]

tight clothes in winter are a bad idea. baggier layers hold heat much better

[@bryanr.3241]

I bought one last month. Jason is incredibly helpful on the phone and will work with you if size is an issue , after you get it. He will sell it immediately if you return it , so that's not an issue. They do fit tight in the arm pit. I got a Medium and I'm fighting with myself to go with a large. I'm wide up top and a large would swim on me in other areas. I've seen some of the home made crappie people have made. Until you see the heavy duty stitching that goes into this shirt , people will think they can copy it. Know ones Grand Ma is going to do the job the way this is sewn. Just ain't happening.

[@bryanr.3241]

+Greg Kistler they exist professionally done well and then they are made crappie, as I stated. I could make one , but I nor you would want to wear it for others to see. I think you over analyzed my statement.

[@preparedmind101]

Made so you can layer.

[@bryanr.3241]

+PREPAREDMIND101 Yup , I originally went with a Medium but I exchanged it for a large so I could layer it more. I found that it was a little too tight in the armpit for my build. Jason is a great guy to deal with.

[@TrapRats]

I have this one and I have the boreal mountains anarak 100% wool. Boreal mountain beats it 1000x

[@ElinorRat]

I was wondering about that, they look the same but made by different people. BM's looks heavier and more rugged.

[@LivWildStyle]

100 percent wool, sold.

[@LivWildStyle]

By the by, this is absolutely a Jessica.

[@jessek437]

285.00

[@davereevs3397]

Nice vid. It's pronounced "Bo-ray-al" by the way.

[@karnaag]

No it isn't.

[@twofinger74]

Damn, your intro is nice.

[@PhVidCA]

your videos are great but 20 second intro???? really????? maybe some commercial break also??? normal people HATE that stuff. get to the point, honest short videos, thats what subs appreciate.

[@preparedmind101]

Maybe you can use that handy video position slider bar if it's so unbearable??????

[@Primaris12]

The intro is a great feature. You're nuts.

[@leftinbloodjagger2364]

@@preparedmind101 how tall are you and what size did you get i'm really needing one i live up north

[@MrFoxracing19]

250 $? jesusssss lol no wonder will always has that thing glued on him.. lol if my girl found out i bought a sweater for 250$ She would make me wear that for the rest of my life lol. Im sure this will last a long time but this hoodie looks like something someone would wear a long time ago by the way its got the rope and how its done up. if this looked more of a up to date hoodie (in the modern times) bet a lot more people would buy it... are you into neck knives chris? if so love to see a video on some fave ones you have and recommend

[@Kigai11]

I see the problem is not you buying it but the fact that your afraid of what your girlfriend will say and do, I'm an old man from days of old where men were men, the younger generation lets the woman tell them what they can and can't but. If you have to ask your significant other if it's ok to buy something as small as 250.00 there is a problem.

[@Kigai11]

Nope thats no it, respect would be that he let her know he bought it and didn't try to hide it.

[@trynsurviven2440]

Just look her in the eyes with your firm MAN VOICE and tell her " I'm the one with the swinging man parts in this relationship and, If I want a $250.00 shirt then I'll have one!!" She'll completely understand at that point case closed.

[@Peed58]

Kigai11 Here's a wife beater if I ever saw one..You go Neanderthal!!

[@Kigai11]

WTF are you talking about, do you have to ask you wife if you can buy something? if so you need to grow some balls and learn to pay for your own shit, stop begging her for your money. seems to me you need some (manpons - for all the dudes acting like bitches)

[@Imightberiding]

It's not pronounced "bow-real". It's pronounced "bore-ee-al". As in the boreal forest.

[@saemushailstorm3135]

BINGO !!!

[@dennisjpoleyjr8713]

You 'would be' getting silly...have you watched your videos?

[@jamesoncross7494]

$250 for a wool jacket is cheap.

[@Baldcurious]

Looks like a good product , but for $250 there's lot better options , ones that don't make you look like time traveller. Lol

[@preparedmind101]

Name one.

[@canadianknifeExpert]

PREPAREDMIND101 A 100% wool sweater combined with an insulated windbreaker bought from Salvation Army for sub $20 will keep you just as warm if not warmer.

[@billyglenjr5327]

canadianknifeExpert throw in a Balaclava with a wool sock hat, maybe a neck buff as well and your upper is getting rock solid.

[@canadianknifeExpert]

Billy Glen Jr Amen.

[@atye04]

250... so you get to look like a peasant and be broke as one too? but hey i saw 1/2 in thick felt for sale at a grainger magazine at work in like 5x5 foot sheets. tell me you couldn't make a badass jacket from that. you'de weight 30 lbs more and look like mad mordigan from willow. slap some bear fur on that shit and fight a dragon with your bright sword. i don't think much cold gets through bear fur and 1/2 wool. : /

[@kennethworde862]

learn how to pronounce "BOREAL"

[@Sir_Leelord]

But it looks medieval and like something from assassins creed, lol

[@preparedmind101]

I was the hood was cut from three sections instead of one. Then it totally would. Goes with the rest of my Oliver Queen stuff (my bows)

[@wowthtsgood]

PREPAREDMIND101 more like robin hood. If you do some archery with this on and a traditional quiver.. you might as well be yelling "long live the king"

[@bombsawaylemay770]

buy once cry once