The BEST $30 Gear Upgrades You Can Make Right Now!

[@BackcountryExposure]

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[@danielcluley870]

I've become a fan of stand-up smelly proof bags for my ditty bags/accessory bags. They weigh a lot less than a DCF zipper bag or roll-top bag, are see-through so you can easily identify what is in what, stand up on the ground so easy to use with the opening up top, completely waterproof and fairly durable.

[@wolfeadventures]

Tip-put 2 denture cleaning tablets in your new Vecto bag filled with water overnight. Drain and rinse. It completely removes all that strange plastic taste you get with a new Vecto bag. Also works for removing any flavors from other TPU water bags.

[@m.hernandez1404]

The hilltop packs groundsheet would be great with a map, first aid, or survival instructions printed on it.

[@BackcountryExposure]

@@m.hernandez1404 sounds like a perfect photoshop/illustrator project! I do like that idea. Wilderness medicine info, etc etc.

[@waynemccuen8213]

Might even be better with winning lottery numbers...idk

[@Olan...]

100% agree about the Petrel pot , i use the Toaks 700 mug lid on mine which is lighter than the clear plastic one . I have sold my MSR Windburner and MSR Reactor since discovering the Petrel which i combine with the Soto Windmaster, this combo is the most fuel efficient gas stove system i have ever used and at the price it sells for its an absolute no brainer. Thanks to you i discovered the Petrel :)

[@GarryCollins-ec8yo]

I just brought the Fire Maple pot on it's first trip. It is now my go to. Sitting on my MSR Pocket Rocket it is very stable. I boiled coffee water in under 2 minutes. This will be a great fuel saver. Side note, this will not work with the BRS stove.

[@BackcountryExposure]

That’s rad! Yeah the pot supports have to come off the burner perpendicular and the brs doesn’t, it’s also a little small for the pot to feel stable enough.

[@danamkaplan]

Fyi, you can simply bend the support bars outward on the BRS to be 120 deg radially. It totally works and it's much more fuel efficient than brs on a pot with no Hx system.

[@696969bold]

My Petrel 600ml sits well on my MSR PocketRocket Deluxe. The 3 arms fit well and stable. It performs well in the wind, its efficient and has nice heat distribution.

[@GarryCollins-ec8yo]

@@danamkaplan toying with the idea of sacrificing my BRS..

[@melonydodson8725]

I was so excited to try out the fire maple pot and was bummed to discover that it didn’t work with my BRS. Good to know it works with the pocket rocket, as I was considering upgrading… but if you really can bend the support arms on the BRS, that would be perfect! I don’t mind adding 2oz for the pot (I currently use a Toaks 750ml), but switching out stoves will add another 2 oz almost.

[@gregoryoutdoors]

Agree, Ive tested mine in Scotland in multi day with Soto Windmaster 3 fold and worked perfect, super fast, super efficient. Best one so far for me and will not change it anytime soon haha. 100g gas can and all extra bits fits inside as well!

[@BackcountryExposure]

Yeah paired with the Windmaster it’s a really slick kit. I wanna also try it with the green peak stove.

[@Olan...]

I will second that ;)

[@davidcooper8390]

You started talking about the personal ground sheet and I was rolling my eyes like why would I need that.....then you showed how to use it in your vestibule and my jaw dropped. That is a fantastic idea. I use the thermodrop thermometer and I can attest it is worth the cost so you know what the limits of your gear are and how to improve it.

[@BackcountryExposure]

@@davidcooper8390 eyes start rolling to the left, and got brought back to the right. You’re welcome! 😂 For real though, it’s awesome when the ground is wet to keep gear clean and dry.

[@danielcluley870]

I use my z-packs rain skirt for that. Would highly recommend the rain skirt, especially in humid places like the Southeast. I live in Florida, and honestly, rain pants are often worse than nothing with the heat and humidity. A rain skirt, while looking dorky is a much better option for those types of climates, and much more versatile.

[@Doc_Watson]

The insulated rehydration bag. I use insulated lunch bags that I get at the Dollar store. One will last a couple of seasons.

[@BackcountryExposure]

Rad!

[@wolfeadventures]

I have never seen these. How much do they weigh?

[@Doc_Watson]

@@wolfeadventures I've seen different shapes and styles at the Dollar Store. Weight will vary

[@grimgranite]

The Petrel is awesome!

[@AudiaciousLife]

for the dry bags, i got a set off amazon that included a 20l bag. I use them to organize my pack which adds a little weight but adds waterproofing and organization so im ok with it. The 20L one I use for all my sleep stuff, sleeping bag pillow and mat so it doesnt get wet. Rain covers dont always work.

[@jimwhalen4292]

The thermometer is a great item I use them in the attic, cellar as well as on the trail.

[@Lucitt13]

I use that exact cook setup. I was taste testing some dehydrated meals the other day. One only needed 2/3 cup of water. The cook setup did it in 20 seconds. I was impressed.

[@BackcountryExposure]

@@Lucitt13 it’s pretty amazing how fast it boils!

[@MrFowl]

Been using that thermometer for the last year. Its pretty great, i even use it in the house now lol

[@UtahWaterLog]

Nice tips. Nothing nerdy about knowing useful info.

[@melonydodson8725]

Great list! I’m really intrigued by the headlamp!

[@OverlandOrange]

FYI, Dollar Tree (maybe Dollar General) has tarps for $1.25 for sitting on, covering your gear when it rains, etc.

[@BenMcmillen]

Thanks for including Hilltop Packs!

[@alanstrange2421]

I love the idea of the little heat-exchanger pot, but as it won't work with my Soto Amicus or BRS 3000 it is not in my immediate future. But if I ever need to upgrade to a Windmaster it's good to know that they work well together.

[@BackcountryExposure]

It will still work with the Amicus, you just can't use the slots for the pot to sit down lower.

[@alanstrange2421]

@@BackcountryExposure - Interesting. Thanks.

[@wolfeadventures]

You can slightly bend the end of the arms of the BRS to make it fit.

[@jays7318]

Great ideas! I really like my Vecto 2L. I never punctured mine, so the lighter version works for me The aluminum pot is a no for me, as aluminum is not as healthy as titanium. A small amount of aluminum leaches into the food or water being heated

[@rodoutdoors]

Nice video. I've been digging into headlamps lately but going in the opposite direction. I'll need more battery life and brightness and ended up with a Fenix HM50R. I like that it can be detached and clipped on like a backpack or stand up on its own. I was thinking of something tiny like a Nite Ize Moonlit when I don't need much light. The Fire Maple looks a lot nicer now that I found out from mountain hopper 57 that the Triflex pot stand on the Windmaster fits.

[@Mamallama101]

Hey great video! I want to switch my sea to summit collapsible kettle to a pot and the fire maple looks like it may be the best choice. Your little humidity/thermometer thingy is cool. I’ve searched and searched and still haven’t found a video that covers when to use the rain fly (duh when it rains) or when you can leave it off and star gaze. How do we know when it will be too humid to leave off the rain fly? Is it the ground that we set up on? I’d love to see a video that explains when it’s okay to star gaze (besides when it’s NOT raining)!! Thanks :)

[@user-ul5yu5hk9k]

Peak refuel now sells a nice titanium spork for $10

[@LostAgainwithJim]

I've been eyeballing that Firemaple pot for a bit.

[@DissiDan]

I'm bout to revolutionize your outdoor experience. Two words: Front packing.

[@personal.YouTube.channel]

So we're is you showing how to MAKE the pot. LIKE YOUR TITLE SAY !

[@bradtucker5957]

Great content!

[@timmo971]

Why don’t any of the pot makers, make a titanium pot with a heat exchanger? Seems to me that titanium in particular needs the assistance

[@ddff5242]

I've wondered this too. I'm guessing it has to do with the fact that titanium is really bad at transferring heat compared to aluminum. Maybe testing shows it doesn't help very much do to the metal properies? Just a guess

[@BackcountryExposure]

You're highly unlikely to see it happen. The issue is titanium really isn't a great conductor of heat and with the heat exchanger there would be a limited amount of actual benefit for the weight. Not to mention the significant added cost. The other issue is that the small fins of titanium and welds would suffer from warping and issues that way.

[@patrickscheel3943]

Pro tip guys- you can cut down a nalgene bottle to the 350ml mark and it nests inside the fire maple with a gas cannister upside down in it; still has room for your soto WM 😀

[@BackcountryExposure]

@@patrickscheel3943 oh this is a rad tip!

[@hamishorbell1431]

Genuine question but why would you want to do that? Use it as a cup?

[@HilltopPacks]

Thank you!

[@marcburgess527]

Love your channel. Also live in Utah. What’s that watch you’re wearing in this video? What watch do you prefer for hiking?

[@BackcountryExposure]

@@marcburgess527 thanks! The watch is the Garmin Fenix 7S

[@jarooverride]

What is that brown backpack behind you?

[@BackcountryExposure]

Gregory Stout 45

[@Nordictor78]

Do you know if the fire maple pot is compatible with msr pocketrocket deluxe?

[@BackcountryExposure]

Yeah it works with that. It's a little tight, but it works.

[@Eric-bh7jy]

What do you do with all the new gear behind you that never gets used?😂

[@BackcountryExposure]

@@Eric-bh7jy it gets used.

[@dany1398ify]

Will this pot work well with the BRS stove?🤔

[@BackcountryExposure]

@@dany1398ify it does not work with the BRS. The pot supports need to come off perpendicular to the burner and be at 120°.

[@shawnr6117]

That light is almost $70 in Canada, I know damn well the exchange rate isn't that bad.

[@BackcountryExposure]

For real?! Booooo to that! Sorry man.

[@shawnr6117]

@@BackcountryExposure the pot is even worse at $92.

[@BackcountryExposure]

@@shawnr6117 goodness! I really wonder why that is. It’s not like they are rare cottage gear items. Hmmm

[@shawnr6117]

@@BackcountryExposure resellers most of the time.

[@kmichaelp4508]

And there you go! Everything is better in Canada 🤔 I know! I live in S Canada…Flarda

[@pk6400]

That orange cup you have pictured at 4:00 min ... does that fit inside the Petrel pot with a fuel canister in it? If so, what is that cup?

[@BackcountryExposure]

It does not fit inside. It’s a cup from GSI that came in the Pinnacle Soloist cook set.

[@annethornton9938]

@@BackcountryExposure I thought that's what it was. I picked up the Soloist as my first cookset, and like the versatility of it enough that I've considered picking up the Dualist HS (HeatSink version) for backpacking with my family. I avoid teflon in home cooking, but the extra durable version they have for the Pinnacle, the rarity of use in a year, and the essential ease of cleanup (Kraft Mac & Cheese for my picky kids) have sold me. If I was only ever going to boil water I'd definitely pick up the FireMaple though, from everything I've seen - from you & others - it's a great light (if not truly UL) option.

[@DanceCommander]

@@BackcountryExposure What about the other way around? Does the Petrel pot fit (snug) inside the GSI Cup?

[@Fizzyfuzzybignbuzzy]

Does this pot fit the brs stove? I’m so intrigued by this jet boil/ standard backpacking stove hybrid. One of my complaints about my brs and Toaks pot is that it’s not quite big enough to actually cook in. It’s great for just boiling water but I use my stoves to actually cook in sometimes

[@BackcountryExposure]

The BRS is a little small for this pot, and the pot supports of the BRS don't fit into the slots of the pot. I'd recommend the Fire Maple Buzz or GreenPeak for a low cost option to pair with this pot.

[@Fizzyfuzzybignbuzzy]

@@BackcountryExposure my biggest complaint about the BRS is wind effect. Out of those two options you gave me what’s the best for that problem?

[@BackcountryExposure]

@@Fizzyfuzzybignbuzzy green peak

[@Fizzyfuzzybignbuzzy]

@@BackcountryExposure thank you my friend as always for being so engaging and communicative on here Devin. You inspire me to start my channel!!!

[@BackcountryExposure]

@@Fizzyfuzzybignbuzzy I want those watching my videos to know I care and that I’m a real person here who wants to help others have good backcountry experiences. Thanks for being here.

[@user-he8qc4mr4i]

aluminum pot no way!

[@generallost]

Fire maple is a bit hit and miss

[@euphonek]

This pot was a hit for me...👍

[@BackcountryExposure]

I think some of that is cultural differences as well. Many of the asian countries camp different than we do here in the states. So the products don't always reflect what were used to here. :)

[@BenMcmillen]

Thanks for including Hilltop Packs!

[@HilltopPacks]

Thank you!