LiteFighter 1 Tent On A US GI Cot: Comfort With Limitations!

[@JJ-JOHNSON]

Thank God, there's a bushcrafter who believes like me and has know problem sharing his faith and not worried about what others think. Glad I found you Brother.

[@boonedockery7220]

JJ, I am very blessed that you found the channel and that we share the same love and devotion to God and Jesus! The day I stop speaking about my faith is the day I die, Then I'll Be SINGING Praises In Heaven! Welcome to the channel and the family! God Bless You And Yours JJ!

[@JJ-JOHNSON]

Thank you and may God bless you and your family.

[@davidtiner4094]

Thinking out of the box! That's a neat idea and one that I can put to use. Overnight fishing trip with a comfortable place to sleep, up off the ground away from the ants, netting to keep mosquitos at bay, and a cover to keep the dew off. No draw backs for me as my truck will be 200 feet away. This area has a big metal ring fire pit with a grate that can hold my cast iron skillet for cooking the fish I catch. Looks like you have given me a plan. That's Bud!

[@davidtiner4094]

Not "That's Bud" but "Thanks Bud". I should pay closer attention.

[@boonedockery7220]

Thank You David! This kit may well be an Always At The Ready Item for my jeep, especially Fall through late spring. I just need to pick up an extra LiteFighter 1....

[@OpenAirOutdoors]

interesting concept having this tent on a cot! I to love reading and replying to comments, getting to know other folks out there! Thanks for showing!

[@boonedockery7220]

I wish so much to eventually be able to do this full time. Folks might actually get tired of my interactions with them! Hahahahaaaa!!!!

[@jamesellsworth9673]

Haven't had enough 'Boondockery' lately: rewatch this one. It is one of my favorites because it introduced me to a new and useful cot and tent setup.

[@rabidtaz1306]

Great video. I run the vestibule out over poles (sticks) as long as the cot is high. Takes out the slack and gives a little more room.🙂

[@boonedockery7220]

That's a great idea! Thanks for sharing it!

[@LULU-pp2ii]

thank you for serving our country and always stay positive you are doing really great with the video ! Keep on fighting and God bless you!

[@boonedockery7220]

Thank You And May God bless You As Well LULU!!!!

[@tylerburgemeier3403]

Your videos are so intriguing becayse you talk you show and you build. You basically learn it while your watching. Id pay money to learn how to do these things. Talk about SWEET!!

[@boonedockery7220]

Okay $457,000.00!?!?!?!??????? 😄😅😆😄😅😆👍😄😅😊

[@jamesellsworth9673]

THAT Model of COT was a bear for me to fit the spreader bars into. Eventually, it came to pass. I LIKE your setup with the tent on the cot. Lost vestibule space is more than made up for by the area now under the cot for storing gear. It takes a soldier to haul that load. In the end, you are high and dry and have a place to sit in relative comfort.

[@boonedockery7220]

James, I LOVE It! I'm going to use it again this weekend and will try expanding the vestibule area with a trick "justpain 365" suggested. There is A Lot of storage space under that cot! I agree with you about both the spreader bars and it being a "soldiers load"! I'll weigh the cot before the next video. Did I Mention I Love It?!?!?

[@VarRedo]

I like my LiteFighter 1 tent. I haven't used it on a cot yet. You have inspired me to try that. There was line extensions included in my tent for use with a cot.

[@boonedockery7220]

The addition of the cot is a game changer! You can camp in multiple inches of water without hanging in a hammock if need be. My buddy has a none military cot and it works great! Just need to ensure the dimensions ar compatable.

[@woodland1880]

Another great video John, Thanks for sharing. Have a great day and be safe.

[@boonedockery7220]

Thank You! Be Well, Safe and Blessed!

[@markpenley8764]

Awesome video. Great thoughts.

[@boonedockery7220]

Thank You Very Much Mark! I appreciate that very much!

[@lily-km2uv]

so cool Mr T!!!!! love this and what you do ❤️🥰🥰🥰

[@boonedockery7220]

Thank you Lilly! I really appreciate you and your kind words!

[@jaybyrdsshenanigans]

Great video brother!! Love that cot setup!! God bless you and the family Timms brother!!!🙂👍❤🙏🤜🤛🤝🙂👍🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲

[@jetimms]

👍❤️🇺🇸

[@boonedockery7220]

Thank You Brother Jay! God Bless You And Yours As Well!

[@DoogieHoosier]

Cut yourself a small pole/stake at the height of the cot and use that with your vestibule guy line. It brings it it to the right height to be full open.

[@Kevinhobbytime]

Old video but the only one with the lightfighter cot setup. Wonder if you put the sleeping pad on the cot and under the tent would be better, or even doubling up a woobie/poncho liner under the tent and on the cot. Could even stuff the poncho under there in a “ranger roll” configuration just because.

[@boonedockery7220]

Hmmmmmm...... I'll have to try that....

[@thomasnewbery7449]

Just a thought.... to increase the size of the vestibule, as if it were ground-mounted, use a pair of sticks tied at one end (an inverted V) to set the angle of the vestibule flap and then tension and peg to the ground. Should work!

[@boonedockery7220]

Thomas, Thank you so much for the comment and the advice! Another view has already recommended that and I did it and It Worked Perfectly! I am so pleased to have so many brilliant viewers commenting! I learn so much from what you share! Recap, Your Advice Worked Perfectly! Thank You!!! This set up is "Da-Bomb"!!! Be Well My Friend! Blessings to you and yours!

[@GryphonIndustrial]

That cots in good shape for 1982 manufacture.

[@boonedockery7220]

Truth be told, we never used them when I was was in the Army and it was rarely used since then. Now that I have the LiteFighter, It will likely see a good bit of use in the future!

[@shayneclary1612]

This would be an amazing experience!

[@boonedockery7220]

Shayne I LOVE Wild Camping And Bushcrafting!

[@JCBHikes]

Love it.

[@boonedockery7220]

Thank You! A compliment from a Nordman, Is NOT to be taken lightly! May your sword be sharp, your shield be strong, and your strike be faster than your foe.

[@justpain365]

Awesome video. If you add a lol cord to your kick out rope and put a Y stick in the ground a little ways out before you stake it it will actually give you more room in your vestuable sides that you were look looking for. I would say 3ft of cordage added would do it and 2ft stick so you can drive it in 6 inches. Try it , at home once in yard... it works lol... good luck buddy. Good to see ya. Missed ya, give the fam much love plz. And pls remember that you yes you are much appreciated by us....🌺👍🏕💯

[@boonedockery7220]

You have my heart felt gratitude for all your compliments, this one in particular! I will definitely try the extended guy line and y stick this week end! Thank You For The Brilliant Idea!

[@kennethvalerio1294]

I’ve got some what the same setup with a Teton cot tent

[@0808anwar]

came from Luke channel TGOR. thats a huge bundle of cot lol. 👍

[@boonedockery7220]

Oh It's A Beast!

[@StellarDakota]

Great video Mr T! You should see about turning all of these into a series on Amazon or Hulu!

[@boonedockery7220]

Thank You Dakota! My life is too chaotic and among other things, I'm just too disorganized to aspire to such grandiose endeavors. Perhaps when I retire I can reexamine the possibility.

[@yourreaper6]

Thanks

[@boonedockery7220]

Your very welcome!

[@billp5292]

I'm going to try that with one tigress cot. Wish me luck. Thank you.

[@jamesellsworth9673]

Here we have 'reverse economics': carry and cache.😊😊 Prepositioning the cot makes a lot of sense if you have a favorite spot that is not so available to others. Especially so if the natural resources are not at hand to build a raised bushcraft bed.

[@boonedockery7220]

SAGE Words My Friend!!!!!

[@jasongaudreau2075]

I’m wondering if I can find a mesh net for separating a pick up bed box or an suv hatch area, can be attached under the cot to hold packs and stuff up off the ground underneath your cot….expanding the “vestibule area”? Basically just out of falling rain, but off the ground for puddling.

[@boonedockery7220]

It has been a long time ago, but I purchased 60" wide Mosquito netting, by the yard from a surplus store. I'm certain you could find some online in just about any color you'd like.

[@jasongaudreau2075]

@@boonedockery7220 I like your style…we’re birds of the same feather hood sir!

[@noomvulan2109]

why not try the same setup but using an ultralight camping cot? great video by the way....

[@stephensjurset6832]

Yes. God Bless America. Thank You. You have my hair, and if you seen it, you would agree.

[@boonedockery7220]

Glad to receive a comment from a Godly Patriot! And Thank You! Us long hairs need to stick together!

[@nancyjohns9569]

You could set up on top of a picnic table instead of a cot

[@markp5519]

Going camping tomorrow expecting it to be 0 Celsius , maybe I will take the cot and try my Litefighter for the 1st time on a cot … my worry is the wind picking up and getting under the fly .. any recommendations pls .. great video thanks

[@boonedockery7220]

Great! Yes, without the winterization kit, wind will come up through the vestibules. You can use a length of sock cord/bungie cord and attach the tie out points of the vestibules under the cot while you sleep. you can still use the door zipper but you'll have to use both hands as there isn't enough tension on the vestibule to allow the zip to move freely. I would recommend extra insulation beneath your sleeping bag as well. The air underneath the cot will act the same as if you are in a hammock. It will feel colder than the air temperature. I hope you have a fantastic camping trip!

[@parkerengineering]

Do you recommend folding & rolling the tent fabric, or do you beleive stuffing the tent material into the sack is best? I was taught that modern tent is waterproofed using a film of urethane or silicone such that repeated creasing along the same lines could upset that film; stuffing the fabric created random folds and obviated the concern. Thanks.

[@boonedockery7220]

As of now I fold and roll! It has worked great so far. However, with the nature of the fabric, I wouldn't be apposed to stuffing it if the situation dictated it.

[@stevesjurset4880]

Found your page again.

[@boonedockery7220]

Great! Welcome Back Steve!

[@naturlivinorr]

Nice and relaxed video 👍 / Elisabeth - Naturliv

[@boonedockery7220]

Thank you! I call my woods time "Woods Therapy"!

[@naturlivinorr]

@@boonedockery7220 That is exactly what it is for many, time for recovery

[@asianrice02]

Sold on the cot. What is your dimensions on your cot?

[@boonedockery7220]

74.25" x 26.25" x 17"

[@fakenews7266]

Where did you get the connectors for the tent to the cot straps , you have 4 of these that keep the tent attached to the cot

[@boonedockery7220]

First of all, I need to apologize for the delay in replying to your comment, life has been crazy lately. The connection straps and buckles are attached to the tent. They could be fairly easily constructed and attached if yours does not have them.

[@fakenews7266]

@@boonedockery7220 Thanks , I opened one of the three tents last night and found the straps sewn on the tents

[@lucasyup]

What a polite way of saying the Pres. has the tactical savy of Gomer Pyle chugging grain alcohol, freebasing Drano and chasing it with a heroin injection to the eyeball. Your a better man than me sir.

[@boonedockery7220]

Perhaps someday soon we may ALL Enjoy "Freedom Of Speech Again" EVERYWHERE, Including Social Media "PLATFORMS"! Thanks for speaking the truth Bill! I Deeply Appreciate It!

[@genefoster8936]

Will you tell me who makes the US GI Cot? KZbin search is useless. Thanks.

[@boonedockery7220]

Abbott Products Inc. manufactured the one I own. My cot is at least 40 years old. I have no idea if these cots are currently being manufactured or by whom if they are. Considering that the Lightfighter 1 is a current issued item, I would suspect that they are still being produced. I am sorry I could provide more assistance.

[@Sonjaorleans]

Where did you buy your cot from

[@boonedockery7220]

I brought it home from the Army.

[@leeH-89]

Hey brother, hope all is well , and going good… just watched the video for the third time, and I am sure I will watch it a hole lot more, Just Like I do all of your videos… I come from a family of veterans… DAD passed away, 4 years ago , that’s been really hard, when I saw your first video, well first to me , I think it was your third video, yes I been watching and subscribed since your third video… I said dang , he looks like DAD, not that you are old enough to be , we are about the same age, I you said your age in one of your video’s, so you would be my older brother by two are three years… When you showed , THE SECRET FUN SPOT, I said no way, DAD took me there on two maybe three different occasions, when I was a kid, and last time when I was very young teenager, I always called it , THE LAND OF THE LOST, Because it looked just like the TV series…. I have trouble sleeping some times, PTSD, and I really have been having a hard time sleeping sense the pullout and unnecessary Loss, Don’t think I could have said it any better then you put it . Just wanted you to know how much you have helped me, since that day ,I started watching you… Hope I didn’t ramble to much … GOD BLESS YOU and your FAMILY, May you all be BLESSED… Now on a lighter side, I need to slow down watching you , every time I watch it cost me me, OH LOOK at that new GSI cup , oh wait HE has another new one , oh that one is green, and I’m wanting all of my US GEAR back , I go to surplus stores LOL!!! GOD BLESS and GOD BLESS AMERICA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@leeH-89]

@@justpain365 Don’t know about that , but thanks for the kind words… I’m sure you have already tried, but just in case , try sportsman’s guide , eBay, and maybe try tactical gear….

[@justpain365]

@@leeH-89 ty 4 the tips, always welcome . Take it easy..

[@boonedockery7220]

Lee, First of all thank you for sharing this with me. It has truly touched my heart as I believe it will touch the hearts of all that read it. I am saddened for your loss Lee. My father is in his mid 80's and I well up every time I think of his eventual passing. I know that time will eventually come and pass, even knowing I will see him again in Heaven, it is of little comfort. It appears that you and your Dad were very close and shared many amazing adventures with him. I can only empathize with you as no one can truly know another's pain in loss. May our Lord comfort you in your times of sorrow. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your loyal support of the channel. It is deeply appreciated. I believe I have gathered a group of amazing Brothers and Sisters via this channel and it times it truly does feel like an extended family to me. I absolutely love the "Land of The Lost" analogy! I watched that show every Saturday Morning! It would be really cool if I could have a glimpse of a Sleestak or Chaka in the background of one of my videos! It would be so much more impressive than a common Sasquatch. I described the new gorge I found to my wife as a scene from Jurassic Park, so I definitely feel the same vibe! My wife has PTSD as do several of my friends and I have seen first hand the day to day battle that all that endure it fights. I can not begin to image the struggle it creates. You will be in my prayers Lee. I find it interesting that I remind you of your Dad. I have had several students over the past 30+ years that have either said something similar or that I was the father figure in there life. I am a father and have over the years carried those fatherly traits into my class room. I call my students "My Kids" and I try to be a positive influence in there life. As with my video's, good, bad or indifferent, I'm just me. I am thankful to have connected with you through them. Never worry about "Rambling" too much with me, You Seen My Video's! I Am A Master Rambler! You won't have to worry too much about me influencing purchases for a while. I've fallen on difficult times financially, so, I'll just be using what I've got for quite a while I suspect. I Love REAL Surplus Stores! I remember they use to be EVERYWHERE! Now they are few and far between. There is one in Lexington KY, I would love to visit. armysurpluswarehouselexington.com/ It would be a great little field trip once my fortunes take a turn for the better. The best thing about surplus is you can get a lot for a little! Lee, Thank You Again For Writing Me! It really dose mean a lot to me. You Will Be in My Prayers Brother! God Bless You And God Bless America!

[@boonedockery7220]

My favorite bags are the Mystery Ranch Load cells. www.mysteryranch.com/nice-load-cell I have had mine over 10 years and they are still like new after all the use I've put them through. I also like the NBC Suit A.L.I.C.E. bags. armysurpluswarehouse.com/woodland-chemical-protective-bag/

[@leeH-89]

@@boonedockery7220 First of all thank you for your kindness… There’s no doubt in my mind , you are close to your DAD, as well, Never realized we were close, until his passing, DAD was a Cambodian vet, at time he wasn’t real friendly, but he had me in the woods all the time , , every trip was a learning experience, it didn’t matter where, in the mountains or at the beach, every day was some type of schooling with him… Now when I know how to do something or fix something, it dawns on me , I say GOD DAD showed me how to do that , and I never realized it until after his passing, and Unfortunately I Didn’t get to thank him… Just in joy your DAD everyday that he is here , and try not to have any regrets after, may he and you have a long and happy life… I lost count now how many times I have watched your last one .. Your videos does feel like family… I also watched land of the lost, every Saturday, LORD I just realized, that DAD watched some times with me … Some times I think the same thing , A glimpse of all the characters , and maybe the raft…l can see Jurassic Park also… Thank you for your prayers and I will pray for your wife, I hate to hear she, has it also…There’s no doubt in my mind you remind your students of their DAD, you seem to be a really good man… Not only do you remind me of DAD, but you could really be my older brother, you look a lot like him… Thats why your videos are so GOOD, you are you and you are very down to earth, that’s so hard to find , this day and time, seems like so many people are trying so hard to in press, lose sight of who they are… I hate to hear about your financial difficulties, I was just bragging on you and the fact , that I was really getting to wanting to go outside again… I also love REAL Surplus also… I would Love to go to the one in Lexington KY also, I think that would be really nice… Oh on the part about rambling, I am really good at it at time, And I Really like when you go into details about something, so thank you very much for your videos, and I will try to say more, on your videos, some time it is just hard to talk and say something, and other time when it kicks in and I feel I have something to say , I have a hard time shutting up… Thanks for the links … GOD BLESS you and your FAMILY, may you all be BLESSED!!! GOD BLESS AMERICA!!!!!

[@danielmitchell5814]

This is the best designed tent I have ever used, COT is for car camping, we cant take it in hiking, backpacking, trekking.

[@boonedockery7220]

Daniel, I AGREE AND I AGREE!!!!! Thank You!

[@jasongaudreau2075]

Brother….if that only took you a day and a half….I’m expecting to see a log cabin with wood stove and kitchen/bathroom by the end of the week!!!

[@boonedockery7220]

If your referring to the work station I built, Thank you! The most time consuming part was selecting the trees. I want to be very selective as to how I harvested them. Trying to be environmentally conscious about it, responsible land management. Many years ago I helped build an 18th century trade station fort. Martin's Station in Ewing VA. I learned a lot about log construction.

[@jasongaudreau2075]

@@boonedockery7220 yessir I am referring lol. You do good work!

[@ghostpepperrides4805]

Looking at this tent. I want off the ground. Go Army

[@flowstate6769]

How the hell did he get that second pole in the cot without a crowbar? 😂

[@boonedockery7220]

I used a big honk'n club to lever it into position!!! Hahahahaaaaa!!!!!

[@flowstate6769]

@@boonedockery7220 lmaoooo!!

[@stephensjurset6832]

I am going to buy that tent, but not that cot. I will get a low profile one that fits inside.

[@boonedockery7220]

Stephen, That would be a fantastic idea! I do not own a low-profile cot. I've had my GI Issue cot since 1984. I knew the LiteFighter 1 was designed for it, I had it, so... I used it!😊👍 I really like the tent! After using it for a year I'll do a proper "REVIEW"! From what I know about the tent thus far, I see no reason for anyone to NOT purchase one. I really like mine so far! God Bless You Brother!

[@joshables9161]

Make a longer stake. Tie it up higher on the stake.

[@boonedockery7220]

I did, and it worked!

[@stevenleach9522]

Your thoughts cocerning 911 after we pulled out are in line with what has been troubling to me - my thoughts cause me to reflect what I have learned after we pulled out of Vietnam. Vietnam today favors the US above the communist blocks. I use the term "Blocks" because the communist system blocks efforts to lay down a foundation of freedom that can be built upon.

[@boonedockery7220]

My thoughts and opinions concerning 9/11, the Wars in Iraq and Afghanistan have changed radically since the Towers fell. Japan, Vietnam and South Korea are ramping up their strategic forces exponentially. Like Reagan era United States, They KNOW their only hope for peace is through their ability and willingness to use maximum force against their foes. If the world only knew the truth, their would be a global revolution quite similar to the French Revolution that began in 1798. Just my humble opinion.

[@craigoutdoors30]

You use to teach?

[@boonedockery7220]

I still am Craig. I did the Army thing, then the college thing and have been teaching 30 years. Our retirement plan went to crap during the obama administration, so, I'll be teaching for quite a few more years.

[@lily-km2uv]

he’s the best teacher ever!!!!!

[@craigoutdoors30]

@@boonedockery7220 I think my cousin told me about you if where you teach starts with a 'V'. I am also a teacher.

[@Scannerhead]

Check out outdoor gear review YT, great tent and can add a winter kit to make it 4 season. My diamond USMC tent has twice the room so I'll be sticking with that, unfortunately twice as heavy

[@boonedockery7220]

I have been drooling over the accessories for the LiteFighter 1 ever since I bought the basic tent! Someday My Friend, They Will All Be Mine!!!!! I have a Snugpak Scorpion II as well. I'll have to break it out once it starts to cool down a bit this fall.

[@DoubleOTEN]

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[@glock907]

You forget you can store all your gear under your cot

[@boonedockery7220]

Very True Steve, I Did. And that is quite a large amount of storage space! I apologize for the extremely late reply!