One Thing You Should Never Cheap Out On

[@randymartin9760]

100 Liters!? I couldn't help laughing at Cody's mathematical handicap. That's over 25 gallons.

[@maison222]

lot of weight just for water

[@mechanicd7562]

Two words - magic ^^

[@matthewb9955]

Lol it’s over 40 gallons.

[@dirtytankiescum]

@@matthewb9955 it is exactly 26.42 gallons

[@DantHimself]

100 liters = 100 kg/220 pounds

[@ThisTall]

I did 12 years of seismic slashing in the oil field swinging a chainsaw 14hrs a day years ago with a 40lb pack on, and I tell you what, a low mounted pack like that would have made my life WAY easier!!

[@DanTheOutdoorMan]

100 litres = 26.4 gallons 😂if someone can carry that, it is you Cody ! Love your channel!

[@njosborne6152]

Thanks. I’m old school, forester 1974 Mn. grad, after Vietnam. Bloody everything, shoulders, arms, crotch, hands and feet! And I’ve got all the original parts! And they mostly work👍🏽 Helped introduce practical ergonomic standards, now commonly used. Grandpa taught men carpentry and dad taught me practical chemistry As a superintendent I made or a modified much of what was used on the job. Eventually, I went back to school to learn ergonomic design. Living on a, boat, sustainable innovative ideas are a must! Nice bag and reasoning too boot, good job👍🏽 Damn, we would’ve loved to have had some of equipment today. Safety First bro! 🧬😎🇺🇸

[@rebel_scum_]

As a guy going through my gear evolution over the last 10 years I can't believe I just got into Mystety Ranch a few months ago. Been using a Coulee 40 and I'll never use another company's pack again. The adjustable yolk and extremely supportive waist belt is the best I've ever used.

[@wranglerstar]

FIRST

[@NeverMisplaced]

darn

[@jeremy12ga26]

3rd?

[@bruhberuh6630]

darn

[@joestebbing9489]

Waaaahoooo!

[@699hazard]

That's cheating 😄

[@DuaBoys]

I like that the cat is just chilling while he talks about extremely dangerous fires…

[@plaid13]

The cat is worried about his mental health. He is standing there talking to a little black thing on top of a tripod. The cat just knows that someone needs to keep an eye on him so he dosnt hurt himself.

[@josephg.3370]

The cat couldn't care less. It's more comfortable than Elon Musk.

[@NinjaEsprit]

Doesn't matter if the cat cares or not still an adorable kitty. I also love creators that just let their cats on set!

[@andyguy0610]

HI Cody, I have been following your channel since the very start and I can honestly say that is one of the best videos you have done. I believe the UK military would call that pack "specific to task", an item designed specifically to do one thing well. What an excellent design! Can I ask how firefighters manage to keep their water supply cool enough to drink? When ever i see news reports of large forest fires I am always thinking about the men putting their lives on the line to try and contain the fires. Keep up the good work Cody, regards from a rather wet UK to your family

[@nathanficek]

I can’t speak to what everyone does, but during my time fighting fires we typically had access to ice in the mornings (if we were in a fire camp) so I would load up my hydration pack with ice before filling it with water. That would prolong my cool water. I also had a 64oz hydro flask that would keep water cool all day. It was heavy but I accepted the extra weight for cold water on a hot fire line. I’ve also been on fires where I didn’t have access to ice or anything and your water was nearly too hot to drink. In those times we just sucked it up and drank hot water. It’s hard work but I loved my time doing it.

[@funnyturtles8954]

I haven’t watched a wrangle star video in a long long time. Glad to see the man is even better since the time I left.

[@jacksonpedersen]

mystery ranch gear is made in my hometown. highly recommend their backpacks

[@699hazard]

In Australia you climb in a wombat burrow instead of having a fire shelter.

[@littlejackalo5326]

Drop bears actually best in abandoned wombat burrows. So you must be careful. Drop bears are just as dangerous on the ground as in the trees.

[@ArkansasPilgrim]

I remember when you and another WLFF (I think he was a photographer, too,) did a series on your packs and duffel bags. I loved that series because of your interactions, not necessarily the equipment, although that was interesting, too.

[@moobcars6490]

Allan! I would love more videos with him!

[@chriskeating5926]

YES 👍 bring Alan back , you guys did a good job going over the Gear!

[@josephboley]

I remember those videos as well.

[@speaklifegardenhomesteadpe8783]

I really really hate shorts. Thank you for full videos.

[@JBNetBreaker]

Fill it up with lunch, snacks, water, snacks, essential tools, snacks, fire shelter, snacks, and of course don't forget the snacks!

[@kyleree6757]

Those big, open pouches on the sides seem like they'd hold a lot of AR mags, if you're doing a different kind of fire fighting 🧐

[@meferswift]

Is it usa comment?

[@dawngallagher9662]

With a statement like that, it sounds like you are going to be the next mass shooter. Maybe the FBI should look at your social media posts and background and determine if you are a threat. Sounds like they should.

[@martinlee9391]

Great video.. I am a member of the Rural Fire Brigade here in Australia. A volunteer Bush and rural fire fighter.I found this so useful and relate to all you said. Fantastic systems and info. I'll be using theses ideas for sure.

[@markfarkas3287]

This for me as a guy who loves the forest is preatty good and i can use another backpack on top if i do need to use it

[@talony3481]

Hey, about two years ago, you made a video about the razor sharp edge making system. I was wandering how it held up and if you still recommend it. I’m thinking about buying one. Thanks!

[@beantherice_7773]

I've seen other viedos and people still really like them..and is still recommended by lots of other people who work with blades and stuff..but you still gotta do your own research..but in my opinion I think it is the best sharpening method of this century...but that's just my opinion..I Hope WranglerStar can awnser yore question too....GOD Bless

[@talony3481]

@@beantherice_7773 yes, I’ve been doing research on this system for a while and I think I’m pretty fixed on buying it. A thanks for your input.

[@beantherice_7773]

@@talony3481 Your Welcome..

[@jeffsadowski]

Fire shelters are a last resort if you are surrounded. About 5 to 10 years ago a crew died in fire shelters and they determined it was lack of oxygen or smoke that they died of.

[@G_Zero127]

They should add a little 3 litre scuba tank in there too, extra weight yes but it might save you 15-20minutes of oxygen as it burns past you.

[@xerothedarkstar]

It is a science that is being constantly refined. Born and raised in Oregon and my family has done time in fire service, so it's something I've paid attention to for bit.

[@fourtyfivefudd]

Have you ever seen the movie “Only The Brave” 2017. That movie is so good and had inspired me to one day become a firefighter and eventually wild land firefighter. Very heart wrenching movie too. What did you think about it if you ever saw it? And the most realistic wild land movie in my opinion

[@kene3431]

HIll People Gear is a good alternative. Made by guys who worked fire crews as well, made in the USA.

[@jnorth3341]

Nice system, I wonder who came up with that system first, it is very similar to my plate carrier with both front and back customizable with similar clips (+Velcro).

[@matthewstanko2478]

I love how you slide the pack away to reveal mommy kitty sitting behind

[@UnBoobable]

As a child I escaped my abusive father at the age of 9… some years after, a young fatherless teen, I used to watch your videos. I knew most of the skills you taught me, I’d never have the opportunity to implement, however you provided me with a sense of… a very respectable father figure teaching me life lessons… now I’m 27, at work, and I looked out onto the beautiful pine tree and it sparked memories… things I’ve learned from you about the importance felled trees can have on an ecosystem and I’m rambling on the lessons to my supervisor. Surprisingly she seems interested in my ramblings this time… either way, I just wanted to make you aware of the impact you had on my youth. Growing up, I looked at you and said “that’s the man I wanna be”… so today I still strive to meet those standards and every lesson I learned, I’ll do my best to teach to my 2 young daughters… thank you for everything

[@benhelber207]

It's my favorite pack! Had to switch over to a nargear pack this year because those mystery ranch packs don't fit in the helicopter to well.

[@tommybounds3220]

Thank you for the video.

[@seanpurdy8230]

I often have issues with Mystery Ranch zippers over time with dirt and debris get into them. The coated zipper path/lining or whatever it’s called. Not sure if you’ve noticed the same

[@Willoops]

Thanks for the rec! i’m planning on going out west next year!

[@joekeenan6971]

Hopefully your new screws don’t heat up

[@manuelmuller7595]

Very cool video! Thank you!

[@naslizzy9354]

You also don’t need raybans. That’s just boujee. Eastern glasses are polarized and safety glasses. That’s what I wear. $40 bucks

[@mechanicd7562]

Dont worry guys, at 8:18 that cat comes back ^^

[@jasonmichaeljimenez]

Mystery Ranch fire gear is no longer made in the US.

[@addbar3648]

Great video thank you for the awesome explanation 👍

[@RUHDD4HVN]

Your thumbnail and title got me thinking of the song "Cheap Sunglasses" by ZZ Top..... but then I saw they were Ray Bans.

[@gregchannell1983]

I am a little confused. Are you a firefighter again?

[@marshallrowley3516]

I thought you gave up wild land fire 🔥 fighting 🤔

[@chriskeating5926]

Yeah thats what I thought he said , must be on double secret probation wildland FFing....🍻 cheers Newman 😎

[@pirogue6565]

I think that was agency work, due to the snafu with the unauthorized agency decal on his helmet. I’m guessing volunteer work is a different story.

[@chriskeating5926]

@@pirogue6565 well I hope he gets back to doing it again! Cheers 🍻 Newman

[@tall14dude]

Aside from mobile gear, do you have recommendations for house/homestead fire gear?

[@squarepegroundhole8211]

I always comment before watching videos so by the thumbnail I’m going to disagree and say always have a pile of cheap sunglasses around. Also have a pair of really good ones too for uv abc

[@justinwhitsitt7072]

Only cheap sunglasses because you will lose them and you will break them.

[@michaelsworkshop9031]

Cody trolled you hard, because this video has nothing to do with sunglasses

[@americandude3825]

Close but no cigar. Hahahaha

[@squarepegroundhole8211]

@@justinwhitsitt7072 exactly!!

[@squarepegroundhole8211]

@@michaelsworkshop9031 hahaha who trolled whom??

[@samrackham4774]

I hope that the film only the brave will put the hot shots in the spotlight these guys are just as important as the military 👏👏👏

[@samrackham4774]

@@jimsandall2073 agreed

[@theweekendhistorian]

Cody was an engine slug not a Hot Shot. Different positions, different crews.

[@samrackham4774]

@@theweekendhistorian either way we can all agree they all deserve to be recognised for the efforts they do

[@northbee15]

@6:05 to quote you from your recent water pump (hidden gem in garage) video "25 Liters it says - I don't know what that means" - now you have the answer. It's 8.33 times the size of your 3-liter ruck compartment ;)

[@ModestoGarzaLIVE]

I wonder if there is an equation or rule to figure out when you reach a level of “diminishing returns” in body weight/ability vs carrying weight? When the benefit of extra weight items isn’t worth energy expended.

[@orionfixr7713]

I'll never use that info. but I was super interested in the entire presentation . I'm a geek for back packs ,tents ,sleeping bags and all gear related . Nice to see that a fire fighter has such a special engineered pack for their needs.

[@alexeiutgoff7955]

Condoms. Never cheap out on condoms.

[@ronbisti4352]

I thought this was about sunglasses 😎

[@flowercats8106]

😂 I'm still a lady! Love the video! (The short from yesterday was great!!!) Gave me great ideas of things to put together. 💯

[@drakegivens2451]

Hey a few weeks ago I got a new knife and I liked it a lot and gave it a beating and it still looks the same as it did when I bought it. So I was wondering if you could do a review on the Case Kinzua it is $140 on the Case website and it is my favorite knife I have ever owned.

[@markreichman5922]

100 Litres.. No, three litres. That dang metric system.

[@wranglerstar]

Metric = confusion

[@wadereynoldsgm]

Trick is in its name (at least phonetically)

[@TheCatanzaroShop]

Great pack for sure! I didn’t know you still went out on wildfires! I thought you haven’t been out since the “incident” with Jack wearing a FSS hard hat?

[@dejavu666wampas9]

I’d be interested in the answer to this question also. I thought you were screwed by the Forest Service about the Jack/helmet controversy. The Forest Service lost a great spokesman.

[@carlzirk]

Excellent thorough review. Interesting how gear is made for specific tasks.

[@bobbailey4954]

Was that metric talk you were talking? How many gallons does 7 liters make?

[@fruitfarmfords8243]

My trucks get 55 rods to the hogs head

[@fruitfarmfords8243]

Now arshins to the hogs head is another matter

[@legallyfree2955]

I prefer bottles over a bladder bag too, but for a totally different reason, I always find if I ever am drinking anything other than pure water cleaning out a bladder and hose can be difficult, and even if I am drinking pure water, the little bit of water in the tube can get pretty disgusting over the course of a few hours. But lots of people love bladders too so I guess they work for some people. I have also snagged the bladder hose on a branch before and ripped it off leaking all my water down my back but I was using a cheap no name bladder and I hadn't strapped the hose tightly to the should strap so I guess that can be blamed on user error.

[@littlejackalo5326]

What else would you be drinking out of it besides pure water or maybe Gatorade?

[@legallyfree2955]

@@littlejackalo5326 We are provided with little packets of electrolyte powder similar to Gatorade but tastes nowhere near as good, I think its called "squincher" or something. I usually provide my own powder. According to our guidelines we are supposed to drink 3 units of water, 1 unit of that stuff but I think for most people it's more like a 1:1 ratio.

[@legallyfree2955]

@@littlejackalo5326 We used to get Gatorade about 10 years ago, they were the days :)

[@grovesy333]

Looks good and very useful Cody !

[@frangouchc943]

Hello Cody, I've been a Volunteer FF in NY for 20 years. Is your position with the fire service paid or volunteer?

[@sjrmike]

I had to search what a fire shelter is. Wouldn’t a fire blanket allow a person to still pass through danger areas to safety be more ideal? If wind shifts and I had gotten surrounded, I’d much rather be able to run through towards the burnt out side instead of taking my chance holding a fixed position.

[@culbertsonclan1575]

You should never cheap out on anything that deals with Safety. You get what you pay for.

[@TheKotor2309]

11:24 this was before the marriage, of course.

[@TheKotor2309]

Lol 🍻

[@urbanjungle9600]

This pack would make an excellent jungle pack as it lowers your centre of gravity, gives a great range of motion and allows better heat management

[@johnnykoba_on_the_road]

I’d like to see what you’ve done to your response 1 ton truck . What tires etc

[@alanhinman2742]

Back in the late 1980s when I was working with the Wyoming HotShots we used to trade super pulaskis for similar packs with smokejumpers who sewed them themselves during down time and or off season for the full timers. They were real backs savers, and it's interesting to see how they've evolved. Don't even ask about super pulaskis unless you're under 25 and in tremendous shape.

[@BenDover-de7tf]

I’m curious what a super Pulaski is haha

[@BenDover-de7tf]

And I’m 24 and good shape so I qualify for the answer 🤣🤙

[@alanhinman2742]

@@BenDover-de7tf Double wide on the adze side. Made from 2 Pulaski heads and a bit of welding and hard-coating.

[@livinglikeahuman7918]

Love super Ps

[@noahhermel6117]

How’s it going

[@alienproductions9948]

I suggest you change the LED to blue since it complements skin tone (since you are the subject of your videos this makes most sense) where pink only competes with skin tone.

[@littlejackalo5326]

It's inconsequential

[@alienproductions9948]

No it makes a difference. You may think its in consequential but Im a professional photographer and make decent living from these things. We are biologically programmed to respond to color. Pink is feminine color and produces a chemical reaction as does blue. There's a reason fruit is colorful when fresh and brown when rotten. My suggestion is intended to help not criticize.

[@michaellorenzen8200]

I like your assistant cat

[@Cheez1979]

Good stuff I need to Put together a day pack for urban life .. any suggestions?

[@SteveTheStuntman]

How do I become a part of this?

[@tek3920]

Hey as a person intrested in joining the forest service, why are there some people on youtube thats just trash talks the forest service?

[@bigtug8690]

100L!!!!

[@markknister6272]

Arizona lost 19 Hotshots because a fire turned on them. They were in their fire tents. I know - exception to the rule.. That is one tough pack!

[@MrEtherShot]

Nice harbor freight tool kart 👍

[@jacksonroberts4128]

6:40 that cat has MJ hops 😂

[@chrlsraines]

I agree that your GEAR is the most important thing. When you’re out in the woods and that terrain daily 10-16 hrs a day, #1 priority IS your BOOTS! You’ll NEVER regret that $350 pair of quality boots! If you take proper care/maintenance they’ll last a lifetime. You’ll get them resoled every 2-3 yrs, keep them oiled/conditioned properly best $$ you’ll ever spend HANDS DOWN!!!

[@benhelber207]

Nicks, whites and jk's are 500 or 600 now! Best boots out there.

[@jordanforsgren2597]

Are fuseze different from a road flare?

[@Schafejo2007]

Does Kifaru make anything equivalent in terms of pack design? Everything they make is top notch, 100% USA and field tested to the max

[@kevinroberts9580]

I'm 6'6" 240 lbs 50" chest and never found a pack that fit me. This pack looks amazing

[@darkJohnSmith]

Thumbnail had me thinking this was a video about why you need Ray Bans brand sunglasses to fight fires. Half of the videos on this channel are about why you need the most expensive version of anything you buy. (No hate, just sayin) Like those guys who pay thousands for brand name designer clothing or special edition sneakers. Except with gear and tools that are actually practical. Buy once, cry once is a real thing tho. Especially when you depend on that gear for safety or getting jobs done.

[@raze4789]

I can attest to the absolute trash quality of those yellow fire rigs they hand out. You get maybe 2L of water and a lunch on top of you essential gear and that's about it. Im 6'4" and run 240-260lbs and that gear never fits right.

[@gkountry664]

Cody was Fizzing with 100 liters lol Great Video !!!!!!!!!! Thank You !!!!!!!!!!!

[@sozonpv]

Does Cody ever cheap out on anything?

[@77SonofGod77]

Enjoy your Videos so very much, short concise and to the point, terminology and very useful, ty for Sharing Brother 😀

[@HypocriticYT]

I thought that the title of the video meant flowers for your wife

[@alangastler9187]

Thank you for this video and the thoroughness of this video.

[@thenorwegianviking5721]

What company make these?

[@YeetGod_McNeckAss]

Hey Wranglestar, I've been absent from the channel lately so I could binge watch your videos. Do you have advice for someone wanting to get into the Fire Service? (Not directly as a hot shot, but as fire/ems for a city/town)

[@FolstrimHori]

I would just go to your nearest fire department and ask the same question

[@YeetGod_McNeckAss]

@@FolstrimHori fair enough

[@FolstrimHori]

@@YeetGod_McNeckAss best of luck!

[@aegg9915]

Reminds me of Virtus webbing used by the UK military

[@bionictulip]

Cody has the cat's full attention. What does the cat think Cody is actually doing? (Wrong answers only.)

[@macmckulis7440]

Where are your Gospel teachings brother, we need more.

[@gioazzarello1333]

So are just not gonna mention how mama kitty scalped that storage shelf!!

[@jamesfulghum6189]

Dana Gleason is the best pack builder Ever. I still wear a Dana Bridger I purchased many years ago and I will keep doing till it gets that cheesey smell that most packs get. I’ve always eyed the Mystery Ranch packs(owned and started by Gleason), but the Bridger is still holding its own.

[@usngunr]

Mystery Ranch is bombproof kit. I've been using CamelBaks since the 80's. They are great, until they break. LOL. I always like a MK 1 Mod 0 Canteen or nalgene as a back up as well.

[@otherjeremiah8495]

I drove past Mystery Ranch last week on the way to my brothers wedding and made a series of jokes inside my head of what they might be. Glad to know they make top of the line awesome bags and stuff. I will be purchasing some interesting things!

[@matt5364]

“100 liters, yeah, no, yeah 3 liters” 😄

[@funclesleeze4502]

That plate on the back of the pack is a really good idea. You can tell years have been put into the design of the pack

[@saccaed]

Thanks for showing the pack. Neat design.

[@ktm250xcw]

I think I’d use it for all three meals

[@atilliar]

I thought you got fired for being a youtuber...

[@Unit13FREMSLT]

You'll spend your first and second check on good gear. Welcome to emergency services, where if you want the good equipment you're going to have to buy it yourself.

[@TSGEnt]

Good video. btw, how's the hip?

[@DCpm1975]

I thought you were not fighting fire any more?

[@donaldmatthies6026]

Cody, Nice explanation of your pack. I personally like the wolf pack, and I also work on type 6s and stand alone. Thank you for taking time to film, edit and post this video.

[@KILLKING110]

They should update the fire shelter design and materials as we have new technology that can really improve them