My Method for Successful Single Portages with My Old Town Pack Canoe - www.BungeeYoke.com -Gear List

This video outlines the method or system I've been using to successfully single portage my Old Town Pack Canoe and all of my gear (see list below) for my Adirondack canoe tripping. Generally, the system I'm using consists of 3 basic parts.
1. My Homemade Yoke (Patent Pending) - www.BungeeYoke.com
2. My Backpacks and How I'm Wearing Them
3. The Lightweight Gear I've Chosen (included below)
Items/Products Shown in Video
Backpacks for Solo ADK Canoe Tripping
Osprey Talon 22L Backpack
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Osprey Talon 33L Backpack
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Oak Creek Canyon Fall 30L Dry Bag Backpack
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Gear Outside of Packs
Folding Camp Saws
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HydroFlask Tumbler (Coffee Mug)
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Nalgene Wide Mouth (48oz)
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Gear Attached To Canoe During Portage
Onyx MoveVent Curve Paddle Sports Life Vest
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Best Marine 250cm Double Blade Kayak Paddle
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Clear Waterproof Map Case (Dry Pouch)
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ShamWow High Absorbent Towels
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Double-Sided Fishing Tackle Box
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12" Silicon Gear Ties (Twist Ties)
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6" Silcon Gear Ties (Twist Ties)
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Velcro Roll/Strips
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Bungee Cords
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Contents of my "Diddy Bag"
Nylon Stuff Sack - "Diddy Bag"
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Sawyer Squeeze Water Filtration System
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X Cords Paracord (850lb)
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Fire Steel/Ferro Rod
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Compass
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Mini Swiss Army Knife
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Vekkia Headlamp
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Inflatable Solar Light (Waterproof Rechargeable)
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Waterproof Safety Locator Light
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Head Bug Net
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Bic Lighters
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Contents of 30L Dry Backpack
Outdoor Vitals Aerie 20 Sleeping Pod/Bag
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Sea to Summit Ultra-SIL Dry Sack, Ultralight Dry Bag
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Marchway Inflatable Camp Pillow
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Nature Hike 800 Fill Power Down Quilt
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Outdoorsman Lightweight/Inflatable Sleeping Pad
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ENO Double Nest Hammock
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ENO Sub 6 Hammock
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Nature's Hangout Double Hangout Hammock Staps
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Rainleaf Microfiber Towel
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MSR Pocket Rocket Ultralight Camp Stove
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TOAKS Light Titanium 550ml Pot (Ultralight Version)
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Jet Boil 4 Season Fuel - 100gram
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Jet Boil 4 Season Fuel - 230gram
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Long Handle Titanium Cooking Spork
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Clothes/Footwear
DryEquip Short Sleeve Quick Dry T-Shirt
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North Face HyperLayer FC Long Sleeve Crew
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Northikee Insulated Neoprene Rubber Boot
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Mens Water Sport Quick-Dry Aqua Socks
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Crocs - "Camp Shoes"
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Wide Brim Sunhat with Neck Flap
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Camera/Electronic Equipment
Portable Battery Charger (Power Bank 26800mAh)
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DJI Osmo Action Camera
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Rapid 3-Channel Charger for DJI OSMO Action Camera
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SanDisk 128GB Extreme microSDXC UHS-I Memory Card with Adapter
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SanDisk 256GB Extreme microSDXC UHS-I Memory Card with Adapter
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Tabletop Tripod for DJI Osmo/iPhone/GoPro
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[@eduffy4937]

Paddle across the gunnel, split pool noodle aroumd paddle shaft. Use two pcs of noodle so you have a space for your neck. Works great

[@vincentperagine]

Great info...Thanks for sharing

[@AdirondackAdventures]

Thanks for watching, Vincent!

[@brentmoreland2623]

Hi josh great vid thanks! Very helpful for me and my ot pack.

[@AdirondackAdventures]

Thanks for watching Brent! Check out some of my other vids and subscribe if you haven't already. Hope to see you out there!

[@timmillsstaff2452]

very informative. thx.

[@AdirondackAdventures]

Glad to help, Tim!

[@DaxWoodsWanderer]

Man I wish I could get it done in a single carry, I think a few factors are working against me though. I am often out on 7+ day trips, I like to fish and have extra gear for that, and I like to carry all my food and cooking stuff in a barrel. I have tried to pare it down, but it seems like on these solo trips I am just stuck doing 2-3 carries. Great info and great video though!

[@AdirondackAdventures]

Thanks Dax!

[@DaxWoodsWanderer]

@@AdirondackAdventures I really like that sleep system you have for the hammock. I might have to look into some of that stuff you have. I bring an under-quilt and a sleeping bag just to be safe but its bulky in the bag for sure.

[@AdirondackAdventures]

I love my sleep pod! Outdoor Vitals Aerie 20. I put a link in the description if you want to look at it closer.

[@jimfromoregonusa9899]

Very well done and helpful!

[@AdirondackAdventures]

Thank you!

[@AdirondackAdventures]

Give the channel a subscribe if you haven’t already.

[@johnrusso4970]

I use bungee dealee bobs to attach by paddles and such when portaging.

[@TPITEOTG]

Greatest video on the subject; I am planning for one-two-days trips in Summer; Hammocks is greatest weight saving idea. The only difference in my case is "dry food", since I am on keto lifestyle (no rice, no pasta); but of course I can take protein powder, plastic container with butter, prepared in advance boiled eggs for such short trips. Water will be issue for me, never used filtering system before... plan to take 4L for day trips; plus, I prepare my water with potassium and other minerals (since "keto" lifestyle) Thank you for the video, and especially for the shopping list with links!

[@AdirondackAdventures]

Thanks for the thoughtful comment. Good luck with your upcoming trips! Look at the “Sawyer Squeeze” for water filtration.

[@T3PinR]

Really good video. I come from a backpacking background and have just recently started canoe camping in the Adirondacks. I understand the lightweight, though I'm not going as light as you. A tent, ax, and some beers are still amongst my essentials......maybe even a NY strip.

[@AdirondackAdventures]

Thanks for watching, T3PinR! As someone recently said to me...canoe camping with portages is basically just "amphibious backpacking". And as an ADK 46-R that really resonates with me.

[@AdirondackAdventures]

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[@yamabiru4553]

Cool, thanks!

[@AdirondackAdventures]

Thanks for watching! Remember to hit the subscribe button.

[@marathonkev]

Great video! I'm looking to buy and Old Town Pack canoe if I can find a used one some day!

[@AdirondackAdventures]

Hey Kevin! I love my OT Pack but I have a Placid Boatworks Oseetah (21lbs) coming in Oct. Give the channel a subscribe if you haven’t already.

[@paulschield2092]

Thanks for posting. Good stuff and helpful info a newbie. Do you bring a spare paddle?

[@AdirondackAdventures]

I sometimes bring a spare single blade paddle if I intend on getting into a narrow water way or an area where the double blade paddle isn't the best option (low hanging branches, etc). I'm not too concerned about a replacement for a potential broken paddle as my double blade could be used as a single blade paddle if an unexpected break did occur.

[@eduffy4937]

Oh yeah i forgot to add the paddle is held to the gunnels with heavy duty velcro strips

[@eduffy4937]

A dring with a metal wire p clamp riveted to the gunnel is what i use to lash my paddle half to. I can land at a portage, and with 15 seconds im hoofin it. I spend well over 100 nights a year in the boundary watets and that system is a huge time saver

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[@AdirondackAdventures]

Thanks for the support!

[@MrBluoct]

Big thanks! Any updates? Still a fan of that paddle ? Your height/ weight

[@AdirondackAdventures]

Still pretty much the same setup only with an improved yoke. www.bungeeyoke.com The paddle is good for tripping but it’s nothing special. I’m 6ft, 160lbs.

[@artallen2860]

What is your boat weight? Base pack weights? Typical total weight for a 4 day / 3 night trip in September Adirondacks? Seams like you could use a single tarp and hammock. I use the Silky F18 saw for firewood trail clearing. While expensive, might want consider a Swift 14 or 15 Keewaydin or Prospector canoe, with a quick yoke attachment system. Piragis Boundary Water Catalog has ‘Hands-Free’ Straps that would work with your paddle and fishing pole. For me I just add to my hiking gear (15-16 lbs base weight) , a CCS 8’x10’ tarp and Hellinox Zero chair, and PFD.

[@AdirondackAdventures]

Great comment, Art! Thanks for taking the time to write these thoughts. Sorry it took a couple days but I wanted to give you accurate answers and familiarize myself with some of the gear you mentioned. Total Boat Weight: 33lbs (about 35 with pfd, rod/tackle and paddle attached) Base Pack Weight: About 28lbs. Total weight for 4day/3night (with food and water). About 34 give or take. I don't like the tarp/hammock combos because they lack some versatility and the potential for a problem with either the hammock or tarp to render the entire unit unusable. I love the Swift Prospector 14 and it may be my next solo canoe in the near future. I'm also considering a Placid Boatworks and a Hornbeck Canoe. As far as the Hands Free Strap...Not bad but gimmicky in my opinion. For $12 I'd rather buy another roll of velcro that has many more uses. Thanks for watching, Art!

[@MauricioPorrasPlazaPonte]

Hello Josh. Can you provide the link of the yoke that you make? I need to make one!

[@AdirondackAdventures]

Hi Mauricio. What boat are you trying to design for/use it with? Do you have the specifications?

[@MauricioPorrasPlazaPonte]

Hi Josh. I got the Equif Adirondack 12’ see below TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Length : 12’ Width : 31.5” Depth : 13’’ Weight : 42 lbs Colors : Green, Sand, Camo Style : Pack Canoe Hull Material : T Formex Thank you!

[@AdirondackAdventures]

@@MauricioPorrasPlazaPonte Nice Canoe ! Happy to help if I can. Lets talk offline. Send an email to [e-mail]

[@jiangjazzup4375]

How much money this boat?

[@AdirondackAdventures]

Old Town is no longer manufacturing the Pack. You would need to find one on the used market. Kind of a cult following for this boat now but usually go for $400-800 depending upon the condition.