Considerations for Operating in Cold Weather

[@CptnChris22]

Another useful Survival Video Thank You. Im 62yrs Old ex PWO Infantry & still Prepping. I havent afforded heating in my high rise Flat for 4yrs now, The damp is the killer. Last week I had bad chest flew, My Merino wool base layer & layered sleep system kept me alive. Great Videos Tom bro; Merry Christmas from Yorkshire England.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@@CptnChris22 merry Christmas mate, take care 👍

[@christisking1193]

All these bug out bag videos with dozens of gadgets and fantasy scenarios never ever talk about clothing or things of this sort. Best video I’ve seen in a long time. Spiritus Systems has fantastic series on these topics too.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@@christisking1193 cheers! 👍

[@artiknanook9189]

Here in Quebec, and in the Far North of Quebec (Arctic circle), I prefer merino wool for the three layers, sometimes four, under my parka. It is vital to protect the neck, again, my large merino scarf is perfect, while the shemags are made of cotton, and once wet, by sweat or snow, it becomes useless. In tactical situations gloves are preferable, but mittens are the preferred at camp, when resting. Under the gloves I like to wear thin wool gloves, so if I have to do finer manipulations, that one must remove the big gloves, the hands remain protected, especially if you have to handle metal. Finally, I protect my batteries and water bottles by putting them in my spare woollen stockings. The gourds have a tendency to freeze, the simple wool layer of the stockings they carry the frost. Also, think of large gourds because it is easier to break the ice layer on top, and think of putting them upside down, so if the ice forms, it will not be at the neck.

[@kniter]

@@artiknanook9189 fully agree, especially on using (what we call) a liner under your gloves/mittens. One trick we used to do to keep water from freezing or ti melt snow in the canteen was to keep it under your jacket while moving. The bodyheat would actively melt the snow and keep water from freezing.

[@basawruekbasa5197]

I totally agree! Fingers and toes are the first to suffer.

[@Zamotak]

Dropping some knowledge bombs. Good stuff.

[@rmite1]

On peut aussi garder proche du corps ce que l'on veut qui ne gèle pas, un Camel black sous le manteau peut être?

[@davidbunston3272]

Great video. Straight to the point and no gimmick items. The only thing i would like to add is, if you are using a sawyer type water filter do not allow it to freeze. Sawyer will not guarantee the water purity if the filter has been frozen.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Good point, the same applies to Camelbaks.

[@shughes4113]

Got turned onto the brynje mesh base layers and a Vapor barrier system for your feet when training in Norway. Worked great for the amount of activity we did and was easy to dry out at night. Layers is the key to working and surviving in the cold. You want to have light layers on as you step off because you willl warm up as you go and then throw a layer on when you halt to stay warm and then strip down before you step off again. Excellent intro to cold weather kit considerations.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Cheers. I've never been to Norway but I'd love to go.

[@timec2002]

Good points. The main high level takeaway is make sure you properly “understand” the implications of whatever environment you’re working in. Even in the temperate U.K. far too many walkers/hikers have dramas as they’ve failed to prepare for the terrain and environment they’re in. Fail to prepare, prepare to fail..!! 😉

[@gregoryvela7549]

This is awesome thank you for sharing this! I did ice rescue for a few years where we spent hours on the ice and in the water each day. Man i loved what I learned about layering and anti exposure clothing and whatnot. I loved it because it allowed me to do otherwise counterintuitive things like jumping in ice water because I trusted my gear. This is a great channel, thank you for the hard work

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Thankyou, much appreciated!

[@TheNicestAssholeYouWillNvrMeet]

​​​@@PreparedPathfinderan obeyer, a ter ror ist who thinks it's cold coming from an unarmed 🐑le cuntry 🤣

[@gregoryvela7549]

@@PreparedPathfinder absolutely. Should do a full vid on smocks alone

[@sonar357]

An additional layer to consider for REALLY cold weather (single digit Fahrenheit) is a wooly pully sweater (aka the Commando sweater). The classic black or OD green sweaters were popular back in the day (either in 100% wool or acrylic) and, put on top of the base layer or the mid layer will add an extra layer of heat retention. And in the case of wool, it'll still do the job even if it gets wet (one of the reasons the Navy still issues wool watch caps, pea coats and, on ships, wool blankets). The classic US/UK wooly pully's or the German commando sweaters work great.

[@jeredhersh789]

I'm glad to see more content coming from my home state! It's always fun recognizing some of the areas in the background of you and Ivarr's videos.

[@eventingcrazy]

A shemagh is the best and most versatile bit of kit. I use it all the time in my job on a loading bay around my neck to keep the chill off. When it gets warmer, I just tie it around my waist until I need it again.

[@michaelw2288]

For cycling in rolling hills in cold, damp conditions, you are constantly changing from too hot to too cold. I find that a windproof layer with insulation ( padded gilet) on top allows rapid adjustment. When your base layer gets soaked with sweat, take it off and use a fleece midlayer as base. Gortex style waterproofs dont breath well in cool humid conditions. They breath best in cold, dry conditions! The old British army headover is a fleece neck warmer that converts to a hat. Easy to make adjustments. I carry 2. Rubber Wellington boots are good in swampy or sticky mud conditions.

[@meanieband]

Excellent information to share, as always Tom. Thanks!

[@Vince-ml9gw]

Excellent information and a great video friend. My addition, keep a small section of white ensolite pad handy. Stand on it while cooking in camp. Sit on it instead of a cold surface. Keep up the great content. ✌️

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@@Vince-ml9gw thankyou 👍

[@kniter]

Loving the videos, especially when it comes to working in the field. For cold weather I personally I prefer some form of woolnet top and bottom with goretex clothing on the outside. Keeps sweat away from the body, and makes it easy to regulate heat buildup with ventilation. And of course working with the mindset of starting cold and warming up being dynamic, and then adding wool/puffy clothing when static. Layering is king 🤟

[@NikosKatsikanis]

solid stuff man! - thanks for your time again!

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@@NikosKatsikanis cheers mate!

[@BlazeYourOwnPath]

It is definitely an artform gentlemen. Start by keeping a "log" of actual temperature at your location vs what the forecast says it is on your phone. Trial and error after that. Comfortably cool/cold is kind of where you want to start. Dont forget to subtract 1°(F) for every 1 mph of wind to get the actual real feel temp. Greetings from Wisconsin where we put our beer in empty coolers to keep them from freezing and exploding whilst ice fishing... 🤣🤘😎

[@subdawg1331]

Very good video... well explained...Winter in-doc... well here in northern Ontario cold fairly easy to to dress to. However the hardest is the damp and cold weather... I am a homesteader and use similar clothing.. boots I use Ice boots water proof and good to -60 ... I work with my group and we practice defense patrolling and guarding our group retreat...

[@johndevitt2164]

just a thought Tom on where you store electrical items, torches, spare batteries that they are kept somewhere in your smock that gives them some heat. Batteries don't like cold. Out of interest if anyone has any experience with digital watches, gps etc as to what temperature they don't work, for example buttons freezing. So I just keep it all in a pocket where it has some heat

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@@johndevitt2164 yeah good point 👍

[@sdcancel]

Thanks!

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Thanks mate, appreciate it!

[@jameshayden5053]

👍👍 I like how you went straight to the ABC's of practical necessities. You and Ivar put out some Great No Fluff Videos during your time together 👍👍

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@@jameshayden5053 cheers 👍

[@06sk338]

BATUS in November a while ago was a bit shit. Frozen doss bag but Challenger 2 back decks keep me warm.

[@greghardman5064]

Good intro to Cold Environment gear video Tom One suggestion for the more extreme cold environments...when it comes to boots, my winter mountain boots are half a size larger than my regular ones..this allows me to wear 2 pairs of thick wool socks..or a pair of wool socks and a pair of thermal Sealsinz socks without the boots being too tight...as the old saying goes "Tight Boots Are Terrible!" Another suggestion...Mittens with a trigger finger and lightweight inner gloves.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@@greghardman5064 good points mate.

[@greghardman5064]

One I forgot..the upsizing of the boots allows for a thermal insole to be used as well 👍​@@PreparedPathfinder

[@MICHAEL-wg2lh]

Good vid as always mate , my weakness in the cold has always been my hands lol seal skins all the way for me and a good base n mid layer and your flying 💪👍

[@saltydog3394]

Thanks Tom, good stuff here and no fluff! I would only add a Flask full of Tears of a Commie or as Stoker would say lol - a lil morale boost on some warm in your belly Whisky!

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@@saltydog3394 roger! 😂

[@zooombaa]

Im no stranger to cold environments, but due to the fact that I sweat like crazy (Im yet to meet someone who sweats more), I find layering/clothing an everlasting challenge… even now, at young age of 51… even when I start almost naked, after few mins of hiking uphill my head and chest will be completely wet from sweat… so annoying!

[@PaulBooth-m1d]

never over sweat it can be a killer have army jackets with zip vents is a great option

[@zooombaa]

@ easier said then done, believe me! i know how it should be done, but no matter how many vents, i still sweat like crazy and leave a trail of steam…

[@WillieMakeit]

I did roofing for 18 years and as soon as I touch a tool to this day I start to sweat. Body knows it's about to put in work and my body starts sweating off the jump to cool down the body. I know your feeling.

[@meanieband]

@@zooombaaI’m 67. I have the same issue with overheating. I never had any problems when I was a younger lad in the forces. Regrettably, I think it’s an old age thing. LOL

[@zooombaa]

@ i’ve had this problem since i was a kid… same story then, same story when i was in my prime, same story today…

[@Echo_Mike]

Cracking video mate 💯🇬🇧

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@@Echo_Mike cheers mate 👍

[@thomasmusso1147]

👍👍👍 from a South African living in Switzerland. I have added something that could be of use to some .. just scroll down to the bottom past all of the chit-chat aka 'Useless Information'. Nice Post .. with some good advice therein, thanks. Even for old 'boomer' codgers like me (YOB 1950) who are no longer 'tactical' but still, despite wrecked knees try to stay active. I Nordic Walk year-round on average four days per week. You are 100% correct .. 'layering' is the name of the game and, for me, when active, lightweight multi / many-layers are superior to wearing less, heavier layers. I 'run hot' and follow the 'be bold, start cold' doctrine (much to the initial bemusement of my Swiss Walking Companions (over 12 years, they have gotten used to 'dieser komische Südafrikaner' 😁) .. although they are the ones, initially 'bulked up', who later get 'hot and bothered' while I'm at optimum temp, having perhaps even removed my Outer Shell, Nike Running Skull Cap and Gloves 😏). That said, I always have, suitable for the weather (current / forecast / possible) spare clothing / layers in my lightweight walking pack. Varusteleka .. a very good Outdoor Outlet with an extensive range of products and reasonably priced. Excellent service with delivery from date of order, on average, three days. I have, inter alia, the Särmä Windproof Smock and Trousers in Black (cheaper than the Camo) although, traipsing in the local supermarket in full Camo wouldn't raise an eyelid .. the Swiss don't care two hoots what one wears. Enough of the blah, blah useless information 🙄😏. What I can perhaps add that may be of value to some is .. 'Insulation'. 'Layers' don't warm one .. they 'insulate' / retain / lower the rate of loss of heat outwards. The body is the heat generator .. by metabolism and / or activity .. that is why high-fat food intake is so important in cold climes. Without the inner heat generation and in the absence of an external artificial heat source, no matter how many layers of 'warm' clothing, those layers will end up at the surrounding ambient temperature. That said .. to stay comfortable under any clime, the most efficient (not necessarily the most effective .. think on that one) .. the most efficient insulation should be kept as close to the skin as practicable. Stretching it .. an optimum micro-clime, even of 2mm surrounding the body, no matter what is going on outside of that is all that is needed .. think of a craft in outer space. Understanding the science behind it will assist one in making better choices regarding, in this case, cold weather gear and the application thereof. Once again, a good share with much food for thought .. thanks. Take care ..

[@rodtennant7603]

👍🇿🇦 Greetings from SA, currently in a heatwave! 🌡️ Thomas, you have had some good comments, also on other sites. 🍻🪖🫡

[@thomasmusso1147]

​@@rodtennant7603👍 Greetings Broet 😊. Give me the cold anytime. Deep level Gold Mining, Thabazimbi Area and Northern Cape Summers have tapped out my heat tolerance. My comments .. correct or not, I say it as I see or have experienced it. Thanks for the compliment .. take care ..

[@DagaYute]

Great video. Would be interested in your thoughts of weapons prep (i.e. lubes, preventing freezing of parts, etc).

[@mdog1615]

@@DagaYute dry lube works best , or a very light application of ballistol or g96. keep firing pin springs and triggers dry lubed and just a touch of ballistol/g96 on surfaces like inside receiver etc where bolt moves against metal.

[@kurtsteiner8384]

I was militry bht nkt army, our sleaping bags and water oroofs were always blue in colour. And had to tie in a sheet to tbe s bag. That was a long time ago, suspect its change now. Verry good infk as always, spent some time in austria in winter gets very cold -20 may be more. Have austrian bergan, with snow collar but needs frame for it as i does not have one.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Roger, I'm off to Austria soon as it goes.

[@theodorossarafis7370]

Great video. I prefare merino wool. it is warm, comfortable and doesn't burn :) you brits love your smocks :)

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@@theodorossarafis7370 roger!

[@jerryj3047]

well done video,food is very important, also I have afghan wool keffiyeh😎

[@Nofixedabode859]

Nice on Tom,do you ever wear long John bottoms or ok in just wind proof trousers and what sleep bag do you use out in Alaska thx m8?

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@@Nofixedabode859 l don’t usually, but l have done years ago. I used a Rab down bag.

[@thomasmusso1147]

​@@PreparedPathfinder I agree. Even now at age 74, I 'run hot' and find long johns not necessary when on the move (as when Nordic Walking) except sub zero when sitting around and / or during leisurely extended 'dog walks'.

[@harleycriswell8504]

If you think you have enough socks you probably don't. Bring a second set of gloves. Vaseline to help keep your nose from drying out in the really dry cold weather

[@benfoot4212]

Where did you get the buttpack? I am running the Crossfire DZ-Rig and I love it but the rear pouch is small and would love to upgrade. thanks for any advice.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

It is part of the DZ Rig in the larger version.

[@MattejOnYT]

Hi, how would you setup your shelter? would you put thermarest inside the bivy to prevent in from being wet or outside to pack it more easily? And the next day, how would you pack your bivy kit with sleeping bag to allow it to dry a little bit from exposure to moist and snow during rhe night? And about the gear, is issue (british) cold weather sleeping bag enough for -10C or should it be combined with summer bag?

[@PreparedPathfinder]

I don't put my sleeping mat inside my bivvi bag, I find it gets messed up. I'd pack it as shown in the video. Ref the sleeping bag, the older issue one (bouncing bomb) wuld be fine I reckon.

[@calmolly1]

Good video mate. Sound advice. Sadly I have that usual gear weirdo question! What sheath are you using for the MOD knife

[@PreparedPathfinder]

It's the MOD Knife sheath from British Tactical, a very nice bit of kit; www.britishtactical.com/mj-mod-survival-knife-sheath/

[@cantthinkof123]

I was wondering what your using for shelter other than the bivvy . I'm assuming a basha or tarp?

[@PreparedPathfinder]

I'm using a basha, a British Army name for a tarp.

[@sectorseven07]

God I want the Varu Sarma recon smock so badly. I knew as soon as I saw it on you that you knew your shit.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@@sectorseven07 cheers, yeah it’s a great smock.

[@SBR_YETI]

That ruck fits with that crossfire dayz rig?

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@@SBR_YETI yep

[@robshirewood5060]

Something i meant to ask you but forgot is about your MOD knife. Did you have the edge and bevel re-profiled on that or is it the original angle? I think it was Wessex blades who used to re-profile and wondered if you had experience of that and changed it? Thanks.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

No, I haven't had the edge changed.

[@robshirewood5060]

@@PreparedPathfinder That's favourite, i have an original with the brown wooden handles, my father's, which i have not used for a bit, i was considering re-profiling, but after watching you chopping effectively, i will stick with the standard edge and give it a good proper sharpening. Its a good tool. The original sheath was a bit iffy but i reinforced the back of the belt loop with some leather and a stiffener and its good to go, next step is to make a DPM cover and an MTP one too. Thanks for your update and info. Terrible weather here in the midlands, winds must be about 70, can certainly see the benefits of the dome shape of the Igloo, classic engineering, they got it right. Stay safe, healthy, lucky and wise, in these troubled times to yourself and everyone here.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@ no problem mate. I’m in the midlands too, blowing a hoolie hey?

[@robshirewood5060]

@@PreparedPathfinder Is it ever, a hoolie and a half, i keep watching the trees, for deadfalls etc Stay safe everyone. Thanks.

[@johnrobert6127]

Have you tried string/mesh vests?

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@@johnrobert6127 no mate, l’m not Rab C Nesbit 😂

[@rodtennant7603]

Well done, great video and comments! Greetings from SA 🇿🇦 , currently in a heatwave! But we also get snow and as recently happened,quite a lot of it in places. I am a former SADF infantry / marine officer from the bush war period. Still preparing for ops. 🪖🪂🧗🦁

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Good on you mate, you guys were hard core back in the day. I have been to SA a few times with work, and jumping. 🪂👍

[@robshirewood5060]

Do you ever carry a hot water flask, I use one with vet-wrap bandage round it and an insulated case, for an instant hot drink. I never see anyone packing one. I broke my ankle in a blizzard on the Brecons (Brychenniogs) and had to fight like hell to get my cooker going, i learned to carry a flask after that. When you get to your last match things begin to twitch lol. First winter outing and a broken ankle i learned a lot of lessons fast and never forgot them.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@@robshirewood5060 l don’t use a flask but l always take a thermal mug which l always fill before l set off.

[@robshirewood5060]

@@PreparedPathfinder I guess that is similar. I have two of the 500 ml stainless with screw cap that will fit a belt pouch in addition to my flask. My experience on the Brecons, and nearly freezing to death, was more sobering when i discovered that Major Mike Kealy had died of the cold up there even with an SAS soldier to help him, quite a few years before. His wiki entry and his death from Hypothermia and its effects hit me, i was very lucky. Cold is insidious and not to be treated lightly. I have come across Hypothermia many times working in the NHS and outside. Thanks for all the insights you add in your videos, and the hard work behind them, it has added to my knowledge exponentially. Stay safe, healthy, lucky and wise.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@ yes, cold conditions are no joke, and if you get caught out it can kill. I’ve had hypothermia and frost nip and it’s not fun. Thanks for your comments 👍

[@journeyman7189]

Great rundown Tom. All great points especially about how much bulk the winter level kit takes up in the ruck. Nate

[@NikosKatsikanis]

Do you wear fighting order and ruk at the same time? if so how does the fighting order not interfere with the ruks waist band?

[@jasondammann9886]

Same rig I use currently stationed in fairbanks ak, would have love to help contribute to this video. Pretty on point though

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@@jasondammann9886thanks mate 👍

[@Passikoadhivasana]

👍

[@baylonb8119]

can you link some websites you got your gear from

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Will do.

[@PaulBooth-m1d]

marino wool thin thermal vest and long johns wool socks wool jumper and dont smell after using for awhile mittons are great to keep heat to all fingers a russian hat that covers ears and wool snooze remember wool keeps you warm even when wet a wool cloak is also good or blancket that you can use has a cloak or blanket, remember theral do depend on you being warm to start with like sleeping backs do put if on the move youl warm up so there still ok ,and fire and shelter are first port of call always carry a fire stick and birch bark or wire wool , cotton wool ,fat sticks

[@bobsickinger6017]

I’d really appreciate a review on the smok I’ve been looking at them but finding it hard to invest $300 Cdn without some reviews

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@@bobsickinger6017 yeah they’re not cheap, decent though.

[@QuebecNinjaTV]

I've had the ranger green version of that smock since 2021 and, while expensive, it was worth the price. It's easily my favourite jacket for when I'm not wearing a chest rig. You could wear a chest rig with it, nothing wrong with that. It's just that you won't be able to access the chest pockets underneath.

[@martinscammell8790]

🤙

[@dswade59]

Same temp as it is here in Ohio today as well, lol

[@PreparedPathfinder]

It'll be colder there now, this was about a month ago!

[@relicpathfinder2800]

👍I hate the cold.

[@basawruekbasa5197]

In Alaska or Siberia, the temperature can drop from -5 to -20 during the night and to -30С within 48 hours. There may be problems with this kit.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@@basawruekbasa5197 in the conditions l was in, including overnight, it was fine. I’d be happy to take the same gear to much lower temperatures too.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@@basawruekbasa5197 cheers. As much as I'd like to, I can't afford to go to Alaska and back every few months.

[@mdog1615]

usmc waffle top (the one you're wearing in the vid) is the best shit going , i'm in canada , could say it gets cold here lol and that waffle top is great as an active layer. i can get down to about minus 20C with a light merino base , waffle top and a windproof smock or ecwcs goretex whilst active. when stopped i throw a varusteleka thermal anorak over top and can sit comfortably for a while just like that.

[@charlierees4434]

I know you’re not a massive fan of carrying spare clothes like extra trousers, but where does that decision come from? I always make sure to have at least a spare pair of trousers so can conduct wet and dry drills if I get absolutely sodden through; I would expect in a snowy and wet environment that it would definitely be worth keeping a dry pair?

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@@charlierees4434 it comes from experience, over forty years. Wet and dry drills are for the jungle. However it’s not a bad idea carrying a spare pair in cold/wet conditions.

[@Justopenminded67]

Have you moved permanently to the States?

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@@Justopenminded67 no mate, just visiting.

[@anthonycheaford1962]

Sound advice from someone who clearly knows from experience. Any thoughts about long johns please? My thinking is great insulation but risk of overheating when active so I'm toying with the idea of thermal thigh-high stockings that could theoretically be rolled up or down without too much mither. I've got (& have seen on Ukraine videos) a small square of foam matting for sitting on & with an 6mm elastic waistband attached so you don't lose it.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@@anthonycheaford1962 yeah long johns work if it’s consistently very cold, as you mentioned, there’s the risk of overheating though. I don’t bother usually.

[@anthonycheaford1962]

@@PreparedPathfinder I saw you've got waterproof trousers; what cold weather trousers do you use? Last pair I was issued (DPM 2 or 3 layers) was for the cadets in 1983, with puttees & a .303 SMLE that we used on annual camp at Warcop ranges (not kidding).

[@PaulBooth-m1d]

i use marino wool long johns there great and you can waer along time without smelling marino wool lets your skin breath adapting to your bodys needs it helps you stay warm in cold weather by trapping air in its fibers,and cool in warm weather by allowing excessheat to escape, thermoregulation its what makes marino wool shine make sure you get good quality ones from norway

[@robshirewood5060]

@@PreparedPathfinder I saw that Ranger survival uses the ECWCS long johns called Waffle pattern and he has the seams done with velcro so that he can take off and put on quicker, just by dropping the outer trousers. Not a bad idea i thought (bit like the MTP waterproof trousers later versions with full zips). Those waffle long johns are pretty good . I have also worn the ECWCS Polartech black fleece salopettes which are good for added layers when static, bit bulky for patrolling.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@@anthonycheaford1962 I was two years after you, and used puttees and SMLEs too, along with KF shirts and lightweights. I don't really bother with additional layers for my legs.

[@ddoherty5956]

In this one here, I've got rations for 2 days....extra Tea bags and digestives 🤣🤣🤣✊🇬🇧

[@PaulBooth-m1d]

iif you want top tips of survival in the extreme cold follow survival russia larz he sleeps out in extreme temp with just a tarp and fire wool blankets , if in uk and short on food if theres dandilions and nettles they are great to eat or has a tea and full of vits ,wild garlic wild mint mushrooms if you know about mushrooms learn natures food at different times of year , dry grass is great to insulate in your coat trousers or under blanket branches can help to raise you off the ground and can also be used as a A frame shelter between trees with tarp over tied to it or make a teepee and tarp around it tripple dd tarp can do varies kinds of shelter and fold next to nothing, its always good to know about different enviroments to know how to react to a situation

[@robshirewood5060]

yes he is a former Danish soldier living in Russia, i have followed him for a few years, he has some great videos. Russians are pretty adaptable too, they took a British army hammock/stretcher and modified it with extra straps making it more versatile. There is a video on YT somewhere.

[@rmf9567]

The man British laws really do suck

[@RatsAndFunTV]

This automayic translation is a reall crap. You shall maybee consider to return back to the original sound track.

[@danielswaffenchannel]

Puh die KI Stimme ist grauenhaft

[@PreparedPathfinder]

AI voice? What?

[@danielswaffenchannel]

@@PreparedPathfinder i can see your video only with german AI voice. I dont know why but its not good

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@@danielswaffenchannel ah right, weird!

[@jasonbennett8455]

Ice breaker merino wool is 🫢 I love my beany from this company!

[@RedDevil5081]

Great video! Crossfire packs are the best. I recently got a CF3. I prefer my DG3 though. But after seeing you using the CF3, I may make that my winter ruck. The DZ Rig doesn't look like it would work for me. I got a Velsyst/ Mayflower Jungle Rig in 5.56. Pricey but its great kit. Its the only thing better than my old Alice LBE that I've run across. 🥃🍻🪂 🫡🏴‍☠️🇺🇸

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Roger, I don't really rate the Jungle Rig TBH, I also think it's way over priced. I much prefer the DZ Rig, but each to their own.