Making an Ultra-light Pack Frame / Self-defense at my Cabin Camp

What do I use for self-defense at my log cabin camp? How did I make my pack frame? Those are two frequent questions that I get from you guys. This video will answer them.
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Bottle cutter jig: • 10 Creative Ideas to R...
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My Tar Distillery: • Bushcraft Tar Production
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MY LOG CABIN playlist: • Off Grid Log Cabin Bui...
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BUSHCRAFT playlist: • Making Tree into Rope ...
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My DIY Projects playlist: • Forging a Bi-metal Bea...
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COOKING IN THE WILD playlist:
• My Log Cabin Camp's Su...
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Friends, for your convenience I assembled a chronologically arranged list of videos about my efforts in establishing this log cabin camp in the off-grid remote location of Karelia (All Seasons):
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01 episode - • Fire-Carved Log Furniture ​​ (1 season) 2014
02 episode - • Fire Log Furniture ... ​​ (1 season) 2014
03 episode - ​ • Запруда на ручье - рук... ​ (1 season) 2014 (not translated)
1 episode - ​​ • Off Grid Log Cabin Bui... ​​ (2 season) 2015
2 episode - ​ • Off Grid Log Cabin Bui... ​​ (2 season) 2015
3 episode -​ • Off Grid Log Cabin Bui... ​ (3 season) 2016
4 episode -​ • Off Grid Log Cabin Bui... ​​​ (3 season) 2016
5 episode - ​ • 30 Days Solo Bushcraft... ​​ (4 season) 2017
6 episode - ​ • Bear-proofing My Log C... ​​ (4 season) 2017
7 episode - ​ • 21 Days Alone in the N... ​​ (5 season) 2018
8 episode - • Top 5 Bushcraft Projec... ​​ (6 season) 2019
9 episode - ​ • Making a Topsy-Turvy W... ​​ (6 season) 2019
10 episode- ​ • DIY Tools, Outdoor Wor... ​​ (6 season) 2019
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My Patreon page: ​ / advoko​​
#logcabin #bushcraft #offgrid #survival #diy

[@Advoko]

What do I use for self-defense at my log cabin camp? How did I make my pack frame? Those are two frequent questions that I get from you guys. This video will answer them. -------------------------------- Bottle cutter jig: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fYSlmWptl8-tlbM -------------------------------- My Tar Distillery: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gZW7XnRmjK-KjsU -------------------------------- MY LOG CABIN playlist: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sGerf5mDd8yhkJI -------------------------------- BUSHCRAFT playlist: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rWSwoXmlfr1oq9k -------------------------------- My DIY Projects playlist: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHKqiYKmjNhgbdE -------------------------------- COOKING IN THE WILD playlist: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bHrIZ4ykjdiIbqc -------------------------------- My Patreon page: www.patreon.com/advoko

[@Irish0wl]

What kind of bow do you have, Advoko?

[@swaz177]

@@Irish0wl he said it's homemade

[@wild-radio7373]

I love your videos. Thank you from Oregon USA!!♡♡♡

[@johnjude2685]

Your hand axe would keep me away

[@_samuel_6951]

Yeah but, can you make a DIY pack frame that is also a self defense bow??🤔

[@jeepcat22]

Some archaeologist in a thousand years or so is going to be very confused when he or she finds your bronze age style site that also has a few scraps of high carbon steel, PET tape, and shrink-wrap.

[@Advoko]

Haha

[@on_another_level5661]

😆

[@jh1859]

They already are confused today on certain finds, but just ignore it, cover it up, or come up with ridiculous explanations to fit their paradigm.

[@wild-radio7373]

Fabulous point! Haha♡♡♡

[@lindamacpherson7578]

So true!!

[@Staroy]

Are you just gonna throw that beast of a compound bow in there without showing us how you made it? Covid19 is mild in comparison to such a ballbusting cliff hanger!

[@Advoko]

)) I still need to put that bow video together. Thank you for the vote!

[@ivans3806]

Yep, his Russian speaking viewers ask this question for couple of years now :)

[@aroharopiha6203]

Hahaha

[@rbodell]

That would be something for you to research

[@abundleofmyrrh]

Absolutely adore your videos! A strange calmness descends upon my soul every time I watch one of your videos. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and your skills with us, you never disappoint 😊

[@Advoko]

Thank you for your kind wors! )))

[@liberty4all901]

Calmness indeed, not until you wake up in America every morning to the devastation created by our politicians. lol

[@TrespassingPilot129]

@@liberty4all901 I think the devastasion is made by the neocomunists using the blacks and sexual minorities.

[@Derzfarm]

Damn girl you sound thirsty!! 😆

[@on_another_level5661]

You're leaving quite a legacy, as a crafty woodsman. Not to mention being an inspiration. Thank you for sharing your adventures. Best wishes from the U.S.

[@adamalliksaar1180]

All of his stuff and ideas are a realy cool

[@edafade]

Max, I don't have any ideas how to improve your pack but I just want to tell you, your videos always make the day a little easier. Please don't ever stop.

[@Advoko]

Wow, glad to hear that!

[@theonestoridis4642]

I really admire your thirst for life and work...you are a truly free and independent man.Rare thing to have in our world.Your life seems really free and original. Greetings from a Greek !

[@dfgdfg_]

Planting trees as well. What a peaceful hero.

[@hairlessopossum4042]

I don’t really think there’s much else you could do to improve it, but you could add a stomach strap to make it easier to carry larger loads

[@mikebell0315]

Some kind of cushioning for body-touching bracing section might make sense. Skin obviously with suitable stuffing material. Easily replaced when too worn.

[@ericmemete1149]

A waist belt as well as lumbar pad would transfer a lot of the weight off the shoulders and to the hips, it would need to be padded, sit above the hip bones and be tight enough that the pack doesn’t really move around as you walk. It’s worth noting that any belt you tighten enough for a heavy load might pull or bend your actual pack frame so maybe build a whole new frame and test it out so you do not break your one and only frame in the woods.

[@Peter_Parker69]

how to shame the rest of us men. this channel is underrated

[@aroharopiha6203]

Hahaha this must result from a tough survival life?

[@shanedorries5829]

Now that is so true.. A man amongst men.

[@fuckass9289]

@@aroharopiha6203 no bushcraft:) but ya i think u kinda gotta love torture to be into it lol

[@Hello-qq2to]

How dare you call yourself man in his presence? Shame!

[@TheCamerad]

Your natural work is an inspiration to a city-born man in London!

[@Eryn321]

drop everything and watch Advoko Makes!

[@Advoko]

))) Thank you Erin!

[@samwheller]

Indeed! These gems sustain me.

[@FrauWNiemand]

me, too

[@jagross8579]

Mood

[@calebmartinez8771]

I'm on the clock

[@MountainJohn]

I really like you. I dont watch anyones stuff as quickly as yours. Here in Texas USA, I see the notification you made something new, I click. You love nature, care for frogs and fish, plant trees. You are the Bob Ross of the wilderness.

[@janbuchmeier5883]

no one knows bob ross but hey

[@nick_steele9790]

It would be cool to see something like this in Texas! I wonder how you would change or modify things as there’s different wildlife and considerations because of the different climate?

[@Robert-.-Smith]

@@janbuchmeier5883 the famous painter, never sold a painting in his life and they are still in storage. "All the happy trees" everyone knows Bob ross

[@DylanFowler]

Advoko is so advanced that he makes things to make things that make other things.

[@P_RO_]

As amazing as Max's inventions and techniques are, the depth of knowledge behind them is even more amazing to me. Anyone can cut a sapling in hopes of making a pack frame but he knows which species to harvest to make the best one. When you compare that to other "bushcraft" channels you will begin to see how little many of the others actually know. This deeper thinking and deeper knowledge shows in every video on this channel which is why it is so excellent!

[@Lorddanielrushton371]

Max you knocked the pack frame out of the park. Thats the best design I have see. And I've used a lot of pack frames. Nice work thank you for the tutorial.

[@Advoko]

Daniel, I appreciate your feedback!

[@BT-fg1is]

How valuable and just plain cool it is to have a place you can go and live comfortably off the grid if you ever need to. Especially one you've made and equipped with your own hands, Awesome !

[@tomfield9082]

Your content makes my day!

[@susanapplegate9758]

This is one of the best channels there is...I appreciate the work ethic and meticulous attention to detail. He doesn't just make stuff, he makes excellent stuff! Great video as always :)

[@user-dh9oz9um2w]

I can’t get Over how talented this dude is

[@finnanloveday]

Always excited for a new video!

[@timpeterson60]

Amazing ingenuity shown in most videos that go WAY outside the box. So simple, it's been long overlooked. I can't help but wonder if your parents had to live with daily creativity as you've shown. I find your videos very entertaining, and I appreciate the lengths to which you go to make things very clear and understood. I have a cabin in remote Wisconsin that I consider "off-grid"...but these videos make me feel more like it's a townhouse in Manhattan! Thanks so much Maxx!

[@Advoko]

Tim, my plesure!

[@MrCytree]

Obligatory algorithm comment because this is an incredible channel and deserves far more subscribers. On second thought, I want to tell you that I love your videos, you make any time spent watching them better. I'm pretty sure we are on a similar latitude because here in Canada the weather and the woods look not just similar but darn near identical. Thank you.

[@Treksh]

Thanks for the episode! Makes my day every time I see a video from this channel.

[@max_fjellstorm]

This man is still underrated. Not only is his craft high end, the videos are absolutely quality, his English is great to understand and he’s successful in real life aswell.

[@whatisthishandlegarbage]

@brandon barrett lawyer

[@whatisthishandlegarbage]

as opposed to his minecraft life

[@whatisthishandlegarbage]

brandon barrett i mean, i moved from russia to canada at an early age, and this guy speaks english very well. Not only that, he actually is a lawyer, and a master craftsman. But most of all, hes an expert at making videos and writing scripts for his videos and hes an excellent youtuber. Overall, this dude is a genius, in my opinion. Haha. Im not in law school but im in psychology

[@whatisthishandlegarbage]

brandon barrett its not about the time, its about the brain

[@Bushcraftsozinho]

I'm a Bushcraft beginner in Brazil. You are very talented, your videos bring me peace and inspiration. excellent post😱

[@imhigh0013]

5000 years from now; a man finds this fellas mummy and is impressed by the useful pack frame. Makes one of his own and provides opinions to others about how great it is.

[@biberbotzemann]

So glad i enabled the notifications for you. Great stuff!

[@samwheller]

Maxi is the only person I have my notifications turned on for. 🤜

[@motaman8074]

One of the most inventive and competent people in the WORLD 🌎!

[@bamaman39]

very nice work my friend I love your DYI projects thanks for sharing

[@WadeWilson_]

this is by far the best bushcraft channel on youtube

[@snowscapephile4709]

I am still grateful that I've discovered you and your channel. As a person who has worked a lot with youth and children I wonder if you would let participate other human beings in your work. Alas, I wouldn't show anyone your little paradise there, except they have proven worthy over yeras, but still ... . You transport so much values in your work and you seem to be a very peaceful and conscientious person. Learned and educated as well. It would be a benefit for society if you would impart some of your skills directly and with it your values/ (hypothesized) characteristics. God bless.

[@rebeccaofsunnybrookefarm8469]

@Snowscape phile I was thinking nearly the same thing. Our youth could learn many things

[@Hope-un5wv]

I am just here to enjoy the activities at the log cabin camp. The next thing I know is that Max starts talking history, amazing. Awesome video by an awesome person. Well done, molidiertz.

[@robshipley7543]

You sir are a true craftsman you have a talent that is a incredible I love bush craft but your on a whole other level

[@toregister8615]

What I love about you is that you don't run out and buy everything you need. Most people would just go out and buy a state-of-the-art backpack with a frame. You make your own, and it doesn't stop with the pack frame. You make your own tools, kayaks, and so much more. Outstanding channel! I must admit, I am quite curious as to what you're defending against with that bow?

[@Advoko]

I've seen wolves around my camp a few times...

[@volvok7749]

Excellent content as always! I can totally picture making one of these in a more "trash to treasure" sort of way, using old bed slats and light metal tubing that is found in so many appliances, very inspirationnal!

[@EatRawGarlic]

Thank you for the video, one day, I want to own my own plot of land in the woods! To improve your pack frame, you could consider making a hip belt. In well-designed hiking backpacks, hip belts carry most of the load, offloading your shoulders and making it way more comfortable. Furthermore, you could consider padding on the contact points with your back to spread the load even further. Maybe leather cushions filled with sawdust or straw could do the trick? Shouldn't you have been an engineer instead of a lawyer?

[@Advoko]

Good suggestion! Thank you

[@EatRawGarlic]

@Starfire Horizon A patent lawyer maybe?

[@Nenad-ICXC-Shuput-GFAMMA]

I don't know if you know how blessed you are to live there like that, especially at this time 😁. May God Bless ya. Поздрав из Србије.

[@dipaksapkota9612]

Planting trees is a very nice gesture !

[@DexterKn0ws]

Very impressed with your English, very articulate and descriptive! I’m almost as Impressed with your wood working too! Inspirational.

[@Advoko]

Dexter, thank you very much!

[@bonitacobb151]

We love watching and learning from you here in the Missouri ozarks. Thankyou for sharing. May you and your loved ones be protected by our Creator in these evil times ahead. I wish there wasnt such hatred being pushed by the elitists. We are all made in our Fathers image. 💙

[@mobya80]

Beautiful comment.

[@normalbird1139]

Your videos calm me down. Your voice is very relaxing but does not bore me when you share some of your knowledge. Keep up the good work! Love from P H

[@coolissimo69]

Tavarish, I yesterday talked about you and your lifestyle to my wife. It is a pleasure to watch your videos.

[@nathanmiles6748]

you seem so genuine i love it!

[@samwheller]

Your avatar, my friend, does not seem genuine somehow 😉

[@Coldrobzz]

This guy has the best improvised ideas ever

[@DustyRobertson]

My favourite part of the month is when Maxi uploads a new video

[@elkehoelzle7195]

Omg. I am addicted to your channel. As a Scout for more then 30 years, your channel is just a dream to watch. Thank you

[@adekvate]

Всем спасибо! )))

[@ilyafend]

Почему адвокат макс?

[@user-gr9jg1hj4q]

Я подписчик вашего канала на русском. Там 3 месяца нет видео!!!

[@user-qy4te7tr9l]

Макс,твой канал начал смотреть еще 4 года назад на русском,а сейчас пересматриваю на английском как новую историю похождений и очень нравится)Ты нереально крут!!!

[@teket4]

@@ilyafend advokat makes*

[@titopino96]

After watching the video advert i was still skeptical. But when i finally downloaded the plans kzbin.infoUgkxZF0EMnrujZvqHhGkxiz559uIABJWR9TG i was very impressed. The whole plan was just as you said in the video. Thank you very much. I now have a large and valuable collection for my woodworks. This is great!

[@Advoko]

A power tenon cutter

[@pareshpatel6024]

This is an amazing video maxi amazing !

[@Qgametime]

After I watch your videos I always wish I had the forests around me like you do. You are one lucky man to be able to go deep in the forest and enjoy life. Keep up the great videos.

[@Covingsworth]

My friends and I always look forward to watching your uploads!

[@ManDudeBro.]

I love this channel so much. I discovered it a few months ago and have found myself rewatching videos I have already seen, because i just love the content so much, keep it up!

[@Advoko]

Wow, thank you for your kind words my way!)))

[@Isis-wm4po]

I love it. I made mine sit a bit higher on my back. When packed balanced, I feel much more agile than when I carried it lower

[@leemay7780]

I second the waist strap recommendation, it helps distribute the load much more

[@Advoko]

Lee , thank you for the input!

[@troysimmonds5215]

Love you vids man

[@marine919]

You're a Genius, enjoyed the video!

[@Hope-un5wv]

Yes I was thinking that too. Also have you seen the video where he more or less runs up a vertical tree! He is very impressive.

[@iggreene9512]

Renaissance man........ thank you for sharing your projects. These are wonderful.

[@Advoko]

Glad you like them!

[@affliction1313]

Advoko I look forward to every video you post, and so far all of them have been worth the wait! The thing that I will always admire the most about you has to be the fact that you have planted trees along your entire journey, and have used as many downed trees as you could for all of your projects. I hope you continue to upload videos because I know I'm not the only one who enjoys them this much!

[@Advoko]

Noted!

[@EvertfromNederland]

Very keen on seeing how you made that awesome bow. Can you hunt with it? The packframe is genius. I'm sure anny idea we could bring about as viewers, you already thought off. Great to see from you again. Much love from Netherlands

[@wildsurvivalskills]

Fantastic Videos!

[@funkydozer]

In a world that is eating itself, your voice is a clearing in a sun dappled wilderness that soothes a vexed mind.

[@DaeViZ0n3]

Max, your channel is definitely one of the most valuable in KZbin! Thank you so much for all the effort you put in :)

[@toffwood]

ABSOLUTELY GREAT+ As always... ;-) Thank you for all the efforts, the teaching, the time, all... Thank you so much!!!!!! :-)

[@NS-ln7tf]

Love ur videous from poland

[@dudleydevine8264]

Thank you brother. A big and beautiful world. We carry our loads and take a breath. Peace.

[@SweWince]

Great as always! It would be interesting to hear about your preparedness concerning cuts, illnesses and such. Especially with that chainsaw and being so far in the woods! Be careful :)

[@primal_inc]

AS AN ARCHER MYSELF I'm interested in the bow you made

[@mooseknuckle8334]

You would fit right in here in Canada

[@c00lhand2469]

I really like your pack frame. The bent wood frame is very cool, and it looks as light as you describe. Thank you.

[@thenotoriousp.i.g.7424]

Amazing how happy i feel watching your videos. Can't wait for more.

[@jamesw17]

When the zombie apocalypse comes, I'm going to make sure I'm on Team Max. Can we just cancel the elections and put this guy in charge?

[@jamesw17]

@àsper lol probably! I'm not American and we're having state elections soon, so I wasn't only referring to the US prez election. I think Max will be able to run the world by creating a series of exquisitely crafted devices that will save humanity 😂

[@Alex-ow6hk]

Very fast

[@finnchallenger3105]

also very fast

[@Alex-ow6hk]

That moment when you comment faster than the poster himself lmao

[@spoonerbooner]

Love that you're planting trees, dude cracking, I try do the same in limited space to grow saplings.

[@anthonygalietti3932]

Amazing!!! Nice to see you are using old technology for today.

[@lindamacpherson7578]

Everything about your campsite... the log cabin, tools, water wheel... is so beautiful... AND in alignment with Mother Nature!

[@Advoko]

Linda, thank you for your kind words!

[@Derzfarm]

Damn Linda, you better control that thirsty V of yours he’s spoken for! 😂

[@steveadamo6693]

You are always doing what I can only imagine and hope to do in my lifetime. I Thank you so much for bringing it all to my eyes, you are blessed in many ways. In our short lifespan its crucial for one to enjoy themselves as often as possible. Looks to me like this guy is enjoying life to its fullest. You go boy!

[@levisweet979]

Thank you I much for your in depth descriptions and step by step video editing. I watch your instructions over and over to make sure i get everything.

[@rbodell]

I really got to admire your abilities and your hard work. People don't realize you got a 24 hr a day job there. I live off grid in Alaska, but I ain't willing to work that hard. I got a generator and I am 8 miles from a hardware store and a foot of insulation. There are very few people that can do what you do. A lot of people come here and don't make it in a regular house and car. You are awesome.

[@johnjude2685]

Lots of great tips for craftsman projects, Thanks from the USA

[@765unstable]

Hard to improve on simple, effective, ergonomic and cheap to make. Very well done!

[@astrazenica7783]

Best pack frame design I've seen

[@jean-philippelangevin2757]

You can steam bend a piece of wood by simply hanging it over a boiling pot with an aluminium foil wrap around as a steam box. Comes handy with long pieces of wood. If it's available, the casing is easy to build in the backwoods. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@shaunhall960]

Advoko, you are an artist with the way you live your life. Thank you for inspiring us.

[@SBauiLund]

Greetings Advoko, im Sebastian from Denmark. I just started watching your video, im a carpenter and have a plan to move to the countryside. Thats how i found your channel. You sir are a great inspiration and a fantastic human. Keep up the good work!

[@piconano]

I am from Canada and thought I knew everyone in this field on YT. I am happy to see I was wrong. You have some serious skills and drive. Kudos to you and your excellent videos.

[@nobody-ly9ef]

You are one of my hero's. Everything you do is so very impressive. Thank you for sharing.

[@williamguyverful]

Your ingenuity is very inspiring Max! Thank you for your content!

[@jamiewalton23]

Hi Advoko, it must be brilliant that you’re one with nature and living everybody’s secret dreams, your videos are a real inspiration

[@seandepoppe6716]

I like what you've done with the place! Keep crafting!

[@beargills6378]

I would love to be able to create even a fraction of the things you can. Every video is absolute pleasure to watch.

[@sherwoodprepper2544]

You are a very skilled man, sir.

[@cnybanditoutdoors]

I am awestruck by every thing in this video! Subscribed! Your finished pack frame is fantastic! Well done Sir!

[@CrankyPantss]

That’s a very clever pack frame, Max. Your ingenuity and resourcefulness are always a treat to watch. Well done.

[@anitajohnson-milch9296]

Very cool to watch. Love the versatility of the pack. Thanks for sharing your knowledge

[@danwerkman]

Really fantastic as always... My friends are getting irritated with me recommending every video you make...lol.. but each one has its own merritt. Look forward to the next installment.

[@Advoko]

Dan, thank you for your kind words and support. You don't want to irritated your freinds...))

[@anneglass8084]

You always make it look so easy. Cheers to another finely crafted video! Thank you, from USA

[@owenparker6651]

Always a welcome surprise to see your logo in my notifications list. Very enjoyable to watch you do 'stuff' and explain how and why. Thanks

[@DrGonzosCondiments]

love your ingenuity and problem solving skills. Thanks for sharing your adventure with us. All the best.