Rockhound Gear - MUST-HAVES for New Rockhounds

[@GeologyofGemsMinerals]

Remember to get a good internal frame backpack!

[@kosmix99]

Ok

[@Grip_ItandrRip_It]

You can fake up a cheap internal 'frame for a backpack by using a couple of inexpensive, flexible cutting boards! Buy a 2 pack and they come sealed in a bag ready to use, or duct tape the edges of the boards together- the size of 1 board, but double thickness. AKA one on top of the other and tape the edges.

[@ariker2595]

Any good backpack suggestions?

[@chrishince8947]

A roll of toilet paper in a zip lock bag can be priceless!!!

[@CosmicDuckVideo]

If I might suggest. Rather than replace the chisel once the top starts to mushroom, just go out and get a bastard mill file and file off the mushroomed steel around the end. It'll give your tools 4 times the longevity, and take less than 5 minutes of work. Thx for the video!

[@dougoverhoff7568]

That makes a load of sense to me, Travis. Buying new tools can get to be expensive. And while you're at it, you should probably reshape and resharpen the chisel end, too.

[@jimmymcgill2557]

nice kit! i would have also added a UV light depending on what your looking for and also a water spray bottle to bring out more features and formations on rocks!

[@trevorallen2274]

Good suggestions and explanations. You are young. Kneepads in my gear thank you. Lol. Nice job

[@Grip_ItandrRip_It]

Awesome video. Well laid out(literally), full of practical advice that obviously based on real work experience. It was also nice of you to include the safety tips.

[@lpgascon]

Now all i can think about is finding a pocket... darn winter! Merci pour l'info. Did not know about the chisel flaking.

[@GeologyofGemsMinerals]

Haha, me too. Vancouver winter is mild but all the good rocks are in the mountains.

[@lpgascon]

Yeah i'm in the ottawa area, pretty much a dead zone in winter... Keep'em coming!

[@kosmix99]

This vid is super useful, keep up the good work!!

[@rockhoundingusa8207]

Great information! Keep bringing us quality information. Cannot wait to see your future adventures.

[@badsantaclaus4522]

Good tips!, Glad to see you making videos

[@sarejen6868]

That tech clothing now has bug repellent Sun protection. Dry quick or cooling. Cabelas, Columbia, Patagonia, Duluth trading good sources

[@CoinandRelicOntario]

Thanks for the tips Philippe. I've had the geo pick for 5 yrs now and is a super tool. I never knew Estwing made chisels though, have to pick a few up, they look well made. Thanks, Andrew.

[@GeologyofGemsMinerals]

They're great. You get the advantage of a hand guard and a smaller, more portable chisel compared to the typical hardware store chisels with rubber hand guard.

[@copper_fiber_studio]

Super helpful. Thank you!

[@bigdaddy4432]

Great info, I think I would add if you can afford a Life Straw they are reliable and in an emergency you can drink out of even the dirtiest water sources. Also some water proof matches and dry tinder , some way to easily start a fire is always helpful. Keep up the great videos!

[@GeologyofGemsMinerals]

Very true. In remote areas, I always have my Life Straw, matches, and a lighter.

[@gigglesaregood]

Why would you have needed to get a second pick, do they wear down over time?

[@timothydiggins2206]

Great video Philippe,tons of great tips.I have been wanting to get the geo pick for a while now,can’t seem to get my hands on it.

[@GeologyofGemsMinerals]

Hi Timothy, Deakin Equipment in Vancouver carries it. They ship too. The only other place I've seen the geo pick in Canada is at PDAC and Round-Up.

[@timothydiggins2206]

Awesome thank you,if you are ever out near White rock and would like to pick out a couple blue’s for your collection I would be happy to share

[@GeologyofGemsMinerals]

Cool, thank you! I need to get back to White Rock one of these days.

[@AgateJeweler]

Hey I really want to shop on deakin for a geo pick for my second season of rockhounding, there’s nothing better than looking for rocks in the woods:) but it wants me to put in a company to be able to buy on there website? What did you do to avoid this?

[@AgateJeweler]

Geology of Gems & Minerals thanks for the video it’s was super helpful the main thing I’m missing is the geo pick and à I was missing a the frame back pack but I just found a killer deal on kijiji

[@leclyde]

merci de partager , c`est tres apprécié

[@mase202]

where did you get the gloves?

[@GeologyofGemsMinerals]

Most hardware stores carry them.

[@mase202]

what model is the gps and flashlight? thanks

[@GeologyofGemsMinerals]

I recommend the latest Garmin gpsmap 64s which you can load up with topographic maps. Any quality waterproof LED flashlight will do. I like to have mine work with 2 AA batteries. I don't have to charge anything, AAs are cheaper than AAA, and it has a good mix of power and portability. This one is anodized aluminium.

[@bugsy8507]

What kind of dumbells do you recommend for someone who just starts in this? :D J/K, thanks for the video

[@GeologyofGemsMinerals]

Physical training is certainly helpful :-D

[@ClaytonHartin]

Estwing makes fiberglass handles as well for the 2-4 pound hammers

[@saaamember97]

Never use hammers with fiberglass handles! Fiberglass easily shatters and can send shards flying through the air. The USAF replaced all their fiberglass handles way back in the 80's because of this.

[@unknowmysteries5925]

Patrick Lanclos yup a single crack can splinter. May not cause you harm. But in the middle of no where? Your out a hammer.

[@dksmith605]

You don't need to replace a chisel with a mushroomed end, just dress it on a bench grinder.

[@nobodyisprfct]

So the difficulty in have is finding a weapon balanced comfortable back pack to carry all that stuff and act like a bucket.

[@Rockhounding-with-Bigfoot]

thank you

[@-LUCKY777]

diamond pickax

[@Impulse_Photography]

Maybe a pistol - just for personal safety / Defense. You never know what wild animals you will encounter and it will scare them off - -> Bears !!

[@junmcl]

not needed, as long as you're not a damn pussy...

[@athenasblueprint]

Glockhounding, if you will.

[@Rockhounding-with-Bigfoot]

You have a very slight accent yes??

[@GeologyofGemsMinerals]

Yes, my first language is french.

[@DVDRAR]

Geology of Gems & Minerals wow,I couldn’t even tell,you’re very fluent in English

[@mikeycathysophisurvival1327]

1 person is ugly(person who disliked) 2018??!!

[@hillbilly4christ638]

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