Nothing better than a gear list that actually shows item in use. Really well done!
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Hiker X, I appreciate the comment.
@thewandererbeats2 жыл бұрын
really detailed breakdown. thank you! nice inspiration for my winter overnighted today. looking forward so more videos!
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, hope you had a good trip. Definitely more gear and trip vids to come.
@SummitSeeker5462 жыл бұрын
Nicely done sir! Well thought out, light weight yet still comfortable! Like it! 👍
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, #Summit Seeker
@ralfhedin2 жыл бұрын
Great video! I especially appreciated that you explained the reason why you prefer these articles.
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ralf, I'm glad it was helpful!
@queenanne941012 жыл бұрын
This is how a gear video should be done. You’ve ruined me for 10 other gear channels I watch. Lol. Thank you for the beautifully organized informative content and concise, grammatically correct narration. Loved it!! You have a new subscriber. 👏🏼🏕
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment and sub. Much appreciated :)
@JJM-qf8dz2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the upload. Great educational piece for new and future hikers.
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment J
@michelemuoio30692 жыл бұрын
This is really great and thanks for posting. Can you share more information about the food that you bring and how to prepare or reheat it?
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I'll consider this.
@jaffacake94332 жыл бұрын
Great video! Love that is so organised by sections and so easy to to follow visually, along with your explanations. Nice job!
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@dychui2 жыл бұрын
I love the video and how you intersperse clips of your adventures !
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks dychui! Glad you enjoy it.
@MrWhatever99992 жыл бұрын
Very organized, informative with beautiful photo/video. Good job!
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@deegraham56412 жыл бұрын
Thank you for such a professionally done video. Love your calm, informative voice
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dee, I appreciate the comment.
@slowbrownfox2 жыл бұрын
Incredible down to 5kg. My old pack is 3kg on its own. Going to upgrade to the hyperlite 2400 as well. You have inspired me. It's the irony of things now, that the less material, more lightweight always costs more money.
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks OC&K Ratventures for this comment. This is exactly why I spent the time listing my gear and making the video. Others have shared their knowledge and inspired me and I hope to do the same. Cheers!
@stormyeffects4795 Жыл бұрын
My dad has those same Trecking poles. They were really helpful when he broke his leg out on the trail. He was able to use me and the poles to get down the mountain to rescue. He’s 6ft 7 and around 260 lbs and they held his weight
@cascadiahiking Жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear about your dad. That’s a real testament to the strength of those poles. Have a safe and happy hiking season!
@halabujioutdoors2 жыл бұрын
Comprehensive list and information with pleasing presentations. New sub 👍
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it.
@simplyroger2763 Жыл бұрын
Greetings from The Netherlands - Thanks for this very informative video and keep up the good work!
@cascadiahiking Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment @SimplyRoger. I'm looking forward to putting out some new content. Cheers!
@bermo61 Жыл бұрын
A great list and the reasoning was sound.
@cascadiahiking Жыл бұрын
Thanks @bermo61. I'm looking forward to prime hiking season as I'm sure you are as well. Happy trails!
@ursdubel35852 жыл бұрын
Very nice loadout 👍👍👍I switched from a ZPacks dry bag to a bug net for my clothes to, that way your clothes can breath inside your bag (pack liner) and the chances your socks etc. are dry the next day are much much higher. It sounds silly but if you have for example a pair of "wet" socks together with a dry shirt dry cloves and lets say a another pair of dry socks the humidity will exchange between all the clothes and your "wet" socks want be that bad. Its just a thing i noticed over the years and it works very good.
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Hi Urs, that makes sense. I'll have to try that. Thanks for the comment. Cheers
@nigellack25762 жыл бұрын
Very useful video - thank you. Also, good to see a gear list that is not just another clone of the z-packs/dynema/cuben fibre etc. etc. mob! I have a variety of sleep pads, and usually use the Multimat Superlight 25 self-inflating mat - not the lightest, but durable and I don't need to blow it up! I also have a Thermarest Uberlight, and have only used it a handful of times. It feels so fragile that I fear a deflation incident on a longer trip, but having seen that you are OK with yours, I may use it more now. Excellent and clear video - keep up the good work 🙂
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Nigel for the comment. Yeah I thought the same thing with the Uberlight at first but have been pleasantly surprised it. I bring a patch or two in case I need to do a field repair. As I mentioned, I do inspect my camp and take a minute or two to remove sharp rocks or sticks that could puncture it. With its weight and size and comfort it's hard to beat. Cheers!
@timlois2 жыл бұрын
I like your balance of weigh consideration and utility. Checked in on your lighterpack. That's a great baseweight for packing a bear canister. Well done sir.
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Tim, that's exactly right. It is a balance. Happy trails!
@trailheart18632 жыл бұрын
Good lightweight kit 👍 Glad to see someone else carries more than an ultralight food sack, I use an Ursack almighty for my food. I hate trying to find a good place to do hangs and a lot of time I’m above tree line anyway.
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I'll be giving the Ursack a try myself. Have fun out there.
@impossible1to1472 жыл бұрын
Great Video! Congrats on 300 at the time of commenting. Great Channel.
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks #Impossible1to1
@SophisticatedDogCat2 жыл бұрын
Awesome!
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@Lazzoboy2 жыл бұрын
Looked at your gearlist. Last part, (the 0 grams listed) List them with gram, just set the qty to 0, then it´s easier to click in/out in the colum "qty" what gear you what to add or delete. Qty one or more will put them in your packlist. Cheers
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Perfect, thanks for the tip :)
@emainz12 жыл бұрын
Great video! Concise, detailed and great explanations. Curious if you’ve tried the Kahtoola NANOspikes?
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ed. I haven't tried the nanospikes. IMO, those are better suited to urban environments where the terrain is flatter. I wouldn't use those for a backcountry application where you'd be ascending/descending. I do however want to try the Black Diamond Distance Spikes when they become available. They are a little lighter than the Kahtoolas but the spikes are shorter so there is a tradeoff between weight and traction capability. Cheers!
@emainz12 жыл бұрын
@@cascadiahiking thanks for the input! Makes sense. I bought the nanospikes based on weight and the additional traction but now I’m rethinking it. I don’t often run into very icy/snow filled terrain but when i do, it is exactly for ascending/descending. First time hearing about those BD traction spikes but they seem great for the weight. Looks like they have a few different models so about to look into it. Thanks!
@staceyellingson17702 жыл бұрын
Really enjoy your videos. As a fellow Seattle-ite, we're lucky to live in such a beautiful part of the world and you capture the outdoors so nicely. Is your 1/8" eva foam from GG or elsewhere?
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Stacey for the comment. My 1/8" pad is from Mountain Laurel Designs. I see they finally have these back in stock.
@sebdhira62332 жыл бұрын
Tout cela calme donne envie de préparer mon sac à dos de trek et de repartir en montagne. Il faut juste attendre la fin de l hiver ! J hésite toujours à passer à un sac à dos frameless...
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Nous serons de retour en montagne bien assez tot une fois l'hiver passe. Je suis impatient d'y être.
@prommerjakub2 жыл бұрын
very well structured video.. nice format.
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jakub
@garryhe65122 жыл бұрын
Good stuff brother. Keep it up Love me some camping
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Garry, will do
@garryhe65122 жыл бұрын
@@cascadiahiking thanks 😀
@JLitodiaz2 жыл бұрын
Epic video! Thank you! I’m new and your video is helping me a lot
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback, much appreciated!
@sanyogkumar15792 жыл бұрын
Great and clear information dear. Kudos to you
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Sanyog
@threeseven78942 жыл бұрын
Great videos! Gotta try out snowshoeing at Paradise.
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Yes I have to make it out to Paradise this winter. It's been a while since I've snowshoed there. Thanks for the encouragement :)
@ThePreparedNorseman2 жыл бұрын
Nice to see some MLD gear, they make good stuff!
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Yes, I would agree. I've been pretty happy with the quality of the items I've purchased from them.
@ThePreparedNorseman2 жыл бұрын
@@cascadiahiking I have their cricket, guess its pretty much a solomid xl with no door. Very handy and weather proof shelter system. Getting the core 25 and vision quilt next for the really warm summer nights.
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
@@ThePreparedNorseman sounds like a nice light setup.
@ThePreparedNorseman2 жыл бұрын
@@cascadiahiking hoping so! Not 100% sure on the quilt and its rating for my uses but time will tell If its warm enough hehe!
@tylernblaney2 жыл бұрын
Well done video!
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@TainoXtreme2 жыл бұрын
Very good video. I liked it so much I just subscribed to your channel and gave you a like. Very good assortment of backpacking gear. Not cheap though. What kind of food do you cold soak? Have you ever considered the odor proof bags? I have considered the trail running shoes and I think I’m gonna stick to that. I need some advice about what else to use to enhance their performance and call situations, though. Any advice? Thank you so much for sharing this video. God bless you.
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks TainoXtreme. For cold soaking, my breakfasts use quick oats as a base. I'll also add in almonds, pumpkin seeds, and freeze dried berries. For dinners, my base is either couscous or bulgar wheat. Then I can add bean flakes, dehydrated vegetables, olive oil, etc. There are some decent recipes out there if you search cold-soaking recipes. I don't have much experience with odor proof bags but I plan to try the ursack out this summer. I highly recommend the trail runners. I've been thinking about doing a video on footwear since to me it's one of if not the most important choice one can make in terms of gear for backpacking. Cheers and thanks for subscribing.
@amraa232 жыл бұрын
Nice gears and great video man. If money was not an issue I'd buy all these stuff no changes except maybe wind jacket. Heading to your other vids bro
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@GruntProof2 жыл бұрын
outstanding
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, much appreciated.
@MrDeikas2 жыл бұрын
Thank u for informative condence and no bs vid, apreciate ounce and grams on slides next time. However your guideed list is miracle, thanks
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks MrDeikas, glad you found value in the video and gearlist.
@flowerchildvee2 жыл бұрын
Why do you use a rain AND wind shell?
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Good question. I didn't go into this but will in the upcoming clothing video. Short answer is I will only take one. Generally summer with no forecasted rain I'll take wind shell. Spring/Fall I'll go with rain jacket. My gearlist will have one of these as 0 for weight indicating that I'm not bringing it.
@flowerchildvee2 жыл бұрын
@@cascadiahiking Thanks for the info! :)
@Jaygrabiec2 жыл бұрын
really nice video! I'll be sharing it with my Scout group as we prepare for our summer trek to Isle Royale. One question I have is on the seemingly redundant nature of carrying the rain jacket AND a wind jacket. Why not just wear the rain jacket in the scenarios where you want the wind breaker? Thanks so much!
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Hi Jay, great question. I should have made this clear in this video. I actually go over this in the clothing video. You are correct in that these 2 jackets have a lot of overlap. Short answer is if its summer and there is little chance of rain then I'll likely go with the wind jacket. Otherwise, I'll bring the rain jacket instead. I never bring both, Have a great trip to Isle Royale!
@Useaname2 жыл бұрын
Excellent video. Subbed
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Much appreciated!
@Knubinator2 жыл бұрын
My only question is why not use a goretex shell to combine the two jackets? The paclite goretex is light enough and packs down small enough for me to use it for windy days as well as rainy.
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Hi Knubinator, I should have made this clear in this video. I actually go over this in the clothing video. You are correct in that these 2 jackets have a lot of overlap. Short answer is if its summer and there is little chance of rain then I'll likely go with the wind jacket. Otherwise, I'll bring the rain jacket instead. I never bring both.
@Knubinator2 жыл бұрын
@@cascadiahiking Ah, gotcha. That makes way more sense.
@sarahmarino16032 жыл бұрын
A+
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Sarah!
@TheGeekenherbe2 жыл бұрын
Great! And for filming? IPhone 12 and a tripode? Quality is great 👌
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Kevin, I'm filming with a Sony A7C mirrorless camera and yes most of my shots are on a tripod. I'm thinking of doing a video of my current mirrorless setup along with a setup I would consider with the iPhone.
@joshyoon2 жыл бұрын
Very informative!
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it
@CLH1262 жыл бұрын
Excellent! :)
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Christopher, glad you enjoyed it. Cheers!
@angelaillneverseeanowlschm91282 жыл бұрын
Great video!
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment Angela!
@paddle_hike2 жыл бұрын
Great gear loadout!! Thanks for sharing (new friend and sub)
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I'm happy to share
@techguy90232 жыл бұрын
Suggest a Caldera cone. Weight is minimal and coffee is mandatory!
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Yeah I like the idea of a pot support and windscreen all in one. Since they are out of stock for my pot, I may end up making my own. Thanks Tech Guy.
@underdgk9 Жыл бұрын
Have you tried an 8.8 oz Ur Sack in place of a bear canister?
@cascadiahiking Жыл бұрын
Hi Doug, yes I have. I started using the Ursak last year. I used it on the Goat Rocks trip. There are a couple clips where you can see the Ursak with the Mylar Bag inside. I had all my food in a mylar bag to minimize odors. I plan to use this setup more in the future on trips where a bear can isn't required. Thanks for the comment. Cheers!
@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING2 жыл бұрын
Very nice gear list. Nice video and channel. Well done. New follower here. Love the specifics of the weights and items. Crow
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Crow
@SummitSeeker5462 жыл бұрын
Regarding your Solomid tent. I’m assuming it’s the silnylon right? If so what’s your real world experience with it sagging when wet? Also can two trekking poles be used to give it even better support?
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Yes, the Solomid I've been using is the Silnylon material. It will sag a little when it gets wet, but if you pitch it well with adequate tension in the guy lines then its not too bad. The two panels that you would be concerned with sagging are at your head and feet. It has two extra tie outs that you can use to keep those panels off the inner. Two poles provide better support. I used many combos: 2 trekking poles, a single pole, and even my tripod with one leg collapsed. All have worked well. Hope that helps.
@jamesthornton33392 жыл бұрын
Well thought out kit, but I have one question. Why two be-free filters? I can understand redundancy, just wanted clarification.
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks James. For the times when I need more than one liter of water (mainly in camp or dry stretches between water sources), I could have just used a regular collapsible bottle (ex: Evernew) as my second bottle. Instead I just went with a second BeFree bottle. This adds a redundant filter and it avoids having to transfer filtered water from the BeFree to the Evernew collapsible bottle. Spare AquaMira tabs would also offer redundancy for a single filter. 2 BeFrees are certainly not necessary. Thanks for the question.
@jamesthornton33392 жыл бұрын
@@cascadiahiking thank you for the clarification, I can appreciate your reasoning.
@smitti99152 жыл бұрын
Nice 👍
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks ✌
@ahmedhumayun85122 жыл бұрын
Is HMG 2400 size enough for a 2-3 day trip with small bear cannister. Do you ever need more space. Just asking because I am caught deciding between 2400 and 3400.
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Hi Ahmed, good question. I would say yes if your canister is on the smaller side such as a Bearikade Scout and your other gear (quilt and tent) packs small. I have no problems but I don't have much room to spare.
@ahmedhumayun85122 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@hamiltonharper2 жыл бұрын
Do you really need a pack liner with this pack? I was under the impression that cuban fiber fabric was waterproof. I'm not being critical I am seriously thinking of buying this pack and was wondering if I can simplify the loadout by going without a liner
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
The pack has a hole on the side for a water bladder tube to go through. While it is velcro'd shut when not in use, I wouldn't call it waterproof and I don't think HMG markets it as waterproof. The liner is pretty light and makes sure my down bag and jacket stays dry.
@hamiltonharper2 жыл бұрын
@@cascadiahiking Ah, thank you for the information!
@keszycki2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for greate video!
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Jan
@vladivostokcanada2 жыл бұрын
Make more videos of your gear
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
They'll be coming. Already started on the next one...
@ridwanalbasyah Жыл бұрын
What your camera use for taking video
@cascadiahiking Жыл бұрын
I have been using the sony A7C up until now. Now, I’ve changed to the sony zv-e1 paired to the sony 16-35pz f4 lens. I have a separate video on my camera gear, although i need to update it as i’ve made some changes. Let me know if you have any other questions. Cheers!
@tylersurprenant72942 жыл бұрын
Sheesh I’m 500th sub good video🤟
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Tyler
@S-o-m-e-12 жыл бұрын
nice set. greetings 😉
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Greetings Artur, thanks
@SimonBrisbane2 жыл бұрын
Nitecore are made in China. Petzl is a good, non-Chinese alternative.
@techguy90232 жыл бұрын
Life’s too short to cold soak. I want some coffee in the morning and something hot at the end of the day. If it works for you ok. I have a Caldera cone and a Jetboil burner
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
I hear ya Tech Guy. I do miss a hot coffee going the cold soaking route. I'm pretty sure I'll have an upcoming trip or two where I bring the stove. Curious of those two stoves, which do you prefer?
@techguy90232 жыл бұрын
@@cascadiahiking believe it or not the Caldera cone has worked in colder weather. Just depends on can you use alcohol where you are going.
@fanrik95832 жыл бұрын
You should be able to use your trekking pole to self arrest just as easily. Never tried either though.
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
In some cases I would be ok arresting with a trekking pole. For example, if you have softer snow with a safe runout. If its very steep, icy and the slope leads to a drop off a cliff where your life depends on self arresting then an ice axe is far superior.
@lhommeetsonchientreketrando Жыл бұрын
Vous pouvez compléter avec de la nok, la même que pour les humains. Et respecter le repos du chien.
@DrMarvinLara2 жыл бұрын
So you cut a spoon in half and making eating uncomfortable just to save 6g of weight?
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
No, this is to make sure it fits inside the Talenti jar. I don't find it uncomfortable when eating out of a Talenti. If I found it uncomfortable I'd use a folding spoon. Would I use a cut down spoon to eat out of a tall-sided Mountain House pouch? Of course not.
@lakorai22 жыл бұрын
Xmid?
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Durton's Xmid would be a good choice for a shelter.
@yorbenlodema2 жыл бұрын
Please use metric :)
@cascadiahiking2 жыл бұрын
Sorry this one I have imperial listed, in the subsequent videos I include both imperial and metric measurements. You probably know this but just in case, the my gearlist on lighter pack allows you to switch between the two systems.
@eddydewilde49582 жыл бұрын
Good presentation, I just wonder about Americans all using water filters. Is this advertising brain washing? I have hiked in the US, the Andes, the Himalaya, Australia and NZ., since before filters were invented, without any bowel issues.