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[@steviecooper8486]

Hey! I've got a tip I'd like to pass on to you and your subscribers. I picked this up in the military years ago: everyone knows warm or tepid water sucks, especially when it's hot as hell outside. But if you carry some mint flavor tic-tacs and suck on one a few minutes before you hydrate, your water will seem cold when you drink it. Less suck is good. Peace, brother!

[@teegee7484]

Altoids work even better than Tic-Tacs

[@mimikcute4662]

Rather than cold, it's more like refreshing.

[@Foebage]

also if you can find some fresh mint you can put it in the water itself and it makes it a little more refreshing the convenient thing about that is its usually found near water sources however always use caution when eating wild plants

[@mog-gyveroneill2500]

Love it, so simple!!!

[@laur-unstagenameactuallyca1587]

nice :)

[@sierraroseprzybyla3333]

Two things: -after you take the center out of the TP, wrap the outside w/ duct tape (I like this better than putting it on my poles). It will help to keep you TP clean, tear-free, and from rolling away from you. -yes rip apart your book. But, send it to yourself when you get in to town. I like to write/journal/make notes (even note where some awesome pics were taken, etc. in my hike guide ...then I mail it to myself which lightens the load, but allows me to keep that memento for future. Another tip (that I haven't done) is to pre-dismantle your book, and send the sections you'll need in your food re-stock packages.

[@thehillbillyhomestead3424]

M8, i am a dead set new fan lol. My son and I r looking at walking the Bicentennial National Trail (Australia - 5330kms) in 2023 and have started looking at tips and tricks for long hauls already. U sir, r a legend! Ty for ur videos, both my 11yr old son and I r finding them extremely helpful 👍👍👍

[@BradyPatterson]

For the Ass Pad, I actually make my food coozie big enough to do both. So the only time it doesn't work as a pad is when I'm letting my food sit in the coozie. The rest of the time, it does the same as the Z-seat and bonus is that after you are finished your food, the seat is warm from the hot food. Just heat up your food first, then while it's hydrating in the coozie, set up camp. Then come back and take out the food and sit on the now warm sit pad, also good for fanning a fire.

[@zacharyswaim9311]

I used the margins of my guide book to note where I stayed each night, mileage/day, people I met, events from the day or places I wanted to hike again. I would then send those pages home. I put those pages into a photo album book so now I have a record of my hike that's fun to look back on and read about my experiences on the trail.

[@ryanj748]

"Welcome to Wal-mart." Me: "Point me to your finest ass pads, please."

[@MrHappy4870]

Well, if you're using "bounce boxes" or sending yourself supply boxes, why not divide up the book BEFORE the hike and pick up the sections as you go? At the end of the hike, you STILL have a book.

[@FrankBergdoll]

TIP: Extreme outdoor industrial Velcro. Available at your local hardware shop. If you have items you attach to the straps of your pack with a carabiner , you can prevent them from "bouncing" around by clipping them on and using the Velcro to hold them in place. It weighs next to nothing and can keep things tight and in-place. They also have "cable management" tie-ons that you can use to fasten poles together, etc.

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

Nice 1 Franklandish! Hike On, Darwin

[@SandCrabNews]

A beeswax tea candle is a convenient way to carry beeswax for leak proofing a repair.

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

Good 1 SandCrab! Hike On, Darwin

[@josephbrown-ut9ty]

a small oderless candle will work to reseal as well.

[@bryanancy]

Great advice. Im not a hiker but a motocamper. Adventure camping on a bike. Many of your ideas come in handy for my adventures. How do you dry gear on trail. On a bike we hang our gear in net bags and let the wind do its job. Of course we are going at speed while riding. One thing I use all of the time is SundayAfternoons folding hats. When not needed fold in half and carry on. Thanks for the great videos and information. Bryan

[@jeffreyfreeman262]

What I do instead of taking the whole AT Guide I took a picture of every page, put it on a 1gb sdcard and just pop it in my camera to read it! It weighs less than a gram! Hope that helps.

[@jules4343]

BRILLIANT!! Best idea for arse pad. I sleep with a pillow between my knees at home, I miss that when sleeping out in the bush and sleep less comfortably as a result. I love my arse pad, I love it even more now that it has yet another use.

[@Druetty]

And if you dispense the toilet paper from the inside of the roll, you don't have to take it out of the ziplock bag, which helps a lot in the rain!

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

Nice Trick Druetty! Hike On, Darwin

[@jacobrichter]

Druetty o

[@bartonez123]

Or don't take toilet paper at all and just rub your arse on the ground like dogs do.

[@larryguy8606]

My BIL calls that greasing the brakes. lol

[@DH_Stills]

You Sir, are a genius!!!

[@jamesdurnil3043]

Darwin, Thanks for all the great videos. I can't say that i will never do a thru hike, but I believe I am happiest as a section hiker. I have almost 800 miles of the Ice Age trail in Wisconsin completed. Still enjoy your vids and find them very useful. Anyway, numbering your food bags is a great tip. Philmont Scout Ranch(out in your neck of the woods)has been doing that for years. It's just a great way to keep it all straight. I know some people do not carry trekking poles. Duct tape around water bottles works great too. It also makes them less slippery and keeps them from slipping out of side pouches. Keep up all your hard work

[@joshuafield4848]

I found a FREE alternative material to make cook pouches with. If you know anyone who gets grocery deliveries like "Blue Apron" they are usually packed in a foil sided bubble wrap that works perfectly. Super light insulation, duck tapes nicely, and enough in each delivery for a couple of pouches and cosies. You can even double wall it for better insulation. Thanks for great videos!

[@ritzyllama]

Darwin - thanks for the helpful tips and tricks! Don't know when I plan on doing a full through hike, but know I can definitely utilize them when I do multi-day treks.

[@realismplaythroughgames7041]

Brilliant idea with the duct tape on the hiking poles! I was just trying to come up with an idea to deal with that problem!

[@tony_r_pierce]

If you take Wet Wipes you can dry them out before hiking to reduce the weight. When using one, just add a splash of water. I usually carry the dried wipes in a Ziploc quart-sized plastic freezer bag.

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

Nice tip Tony! Thanks for Watching! Hike On, Darwin

[@TheIncredibleLarry]

did that too on the PCT! just for cleaning my feet at night!

[@carlosalmeida1273]

Tony Pierce - great tip, thanks for sharing 👍 ☺️.

[@gayweigand4586]

Tony Pierce th

[@markjohnson6425]

Check out these little beauties . . . add about a teaspoon of water and you've got a WONDER WIPE: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071NZG9H9/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Reusable a few times (but I don't recommend using it on your nether regions and then reusing on your facial regions).

[@matthewpurdy5200]

I have that same patch!Glad you enjoyed the long boardwalk,I sure did.Thanks for the tips.

[@daddy-o5941]

Great info! I also wrap a little blister tape around my hiking pole or lighter. If not for myself for another hiker in need. 👍

[@tony_r_pierce]

Another one: If you carry a small plastic round container with a screw-on lid (made by Glad, Ziploc, etc.) you can pre-soak dehydrated vegetables, Ramen, rice sides, and the like during the day as you hike. Adds a bit of weight with the soaking water (maybe half a pound... but you only need enough water to hydrate the food a bit), and the round container is useful for drinks, mixing powdered peanut butter, eating oatmeal, too. Noticed on KZbin some of the PCT hikers are doing it this year.

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

Yep! I'll prob be doing this in 2018 during my PCT Thru! Hike On, Darwin

[@AustinHellersionnix]

So, I have used an ass pad for years, and when I met my girlfriend she made fun of me for calling it an ass pad. Then, years later, I find this video and start dying laughing and show her that I am not the only one!

[@PremPS1000LE]

"Moving to Montana soon, going to be a dental floss tycoon." Frank Zappa, 1973

[@PatJ61]

I loved the video, Darwin. Keep them coming. Just an FYI for those of you who are looking on Amazon for an "ass pad." "Cushion seat pad for camping" brings up MUCH more relevant results than a search for "ass pad." ;)

[@oregonstuff1140]

Klymit makes a good one packs down to the size of a deck of cards and it's only like fifteen bucks.

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

lol... That's why I put the link in the description box above. hard telling what you'll find if you search for "Ass Pad". Thanks for Watching! Hike On, Darwin

[@WildOnions]

Darwin onthetrail Litesmith.com has a sit pad for $3.95 that measures 15.5"X10.75"x0.7" and weighs 0.98 oz. (I'm not affiliated with the company, nor earn any $)

[@kirsysonner]

Amazon now recognizes ass pad - lol

[@spud156]

Just cut one from the windshield screen you use for making your cosy and cooking bag...

[@ZacharyRiggs619]

I love the idea of a cook pouch. I can't wait to try this!

[@jeffhallman676]

One of my favorite vids that you’ve made. As I’m just getting interested in hiking almost all of these ideas are like Aha moments for me. There is so much I truly have need to learn about this stuff. Thanks again and keep me coming!!

[@taylorl83]

Thanks a bunch Darwin! That meal plan is gonna be killer on saving weight and not running out!

[@joepittsburgh7301]

Big ups on the dental floss! It saved my hike a few years ago when I used it and some super glue to repair a trekking pole. Two years later the repair is still holding.

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

Nice! Super Tough Stuff! Hike On, Darwin

[@ariebhjd]

Eating vitamin B complex pills made me tast bad for the midgets in Scotland, they walked on me but did not bite me

[@mikebaker4740]

I put duck tape around everything. A must have. Never have enough food for the dreaded hiker hunger. Knocked Knees,Sticky Feeling, sounds like a 60's song title. I like using the toilet paper tabs; Bio-degradable, light, durable,and takes up very little space. They also have many other uses. The tabs are a bit costly and they suck when it's cold. I use them often and for about 6 years now. Now it's hard to go back to traditional toilet paper. 500 tabs for approximately $30. Good video. Thank You. Enjoy Life!!!

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

Nice! I'll have to give those a try sometime. Thanks for Watching Mike! Hike On, Darwin

[@wanderingwellness]

Genius moves, Darwin. As always!

[@patrickdevlin9673]

I loved seeing the setup video of the Captains...that’s where I got my first A T trail name Pirate

[@durochervision]

I loved the fuel saving tip...great video!

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

It's def a good one! Check out the DIY vid on how to make them! Hike On, Darwin

[@lighterpacks]

TP-tip was great, never thought of that. Thanks!

[@PacemakerandButtons]

Love this stuff!! great info some already known but some lessons learned! Keepem coming

[@rickcortes_7654]

How you keep composure with those gnats flying all over you is something I still have yet to master my friend. Thanks for the videos. Making my hiking better more enjoyable.

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

What you don't see are the in-between shots of me swapping the hell out of them!...lol. Thanks for Watching! Hike On, Darwin

[@RonOrud]

Darwin onthetrail vanilla in a spray bottle really helps with gnats. It doesn't take much. Big soother is excellent as well. I'm sure bears find them delicious.

[@muskietime]

Rick Cortes_76 Try Bugging Natural Gnat Spray...or a headnet. I have inhaled and eaten over a cup full of gnats on one-day stream fishing trips. PIA!

[@johneason6540]

Wow, just watched this video. Good stuff. The food bags I have been doing. People that I was crazy, easy to count calorie intake this way also.

[@dez410]

ASSPAD is by the far the best purchase I've ever made aside from the essentials lol....thanks to you

[@stevem425]

Just found and love the channel. I'm 40 and have a bad hip so hiking distance is limited now but in boy scouts at 13 years old we did a 60 mile section around Buzzards peak/Iron Mountain/Harpers Ferry if I recall. Loved reading the journals of hikers in the shelters....One was the Zippy Hippie lol, talked about dancing naked around a fire at night. Nice vids Darwin, take care man

[@Pete-os4li]

cheers man some super helpful tips that'll help me out later on!!

[@DESIGNPASSI0N]

I also carry floss, but i ditch the outer-container and just carry the spool. Because why not.

[@PierreJeanLevy]

What aa great guy you make....thank you it's always fun to watch you videos

[@DonP_is_lostagain]

I started using those towel tablets that you wet and they expand, for TP. They're lightweight, come in packs of 500 (although I wouldn't carry the whole box), and work surprisingly well. I even use my knife to cut the expanded towels in half for TP use. Of course they're good to cleaning up and you can use them for that purpose about 3 times. After that, they don't seem to dry out as well. Not sure why. Nice list of things though. Cheers! DonP

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

I hear alot of hikers really dig those... need to give them a try for sure! Thanks for Watching! Hike On, Darwin

[@BanZandar]

When I used to go hiking and camping I would make and take with me some Fixin Wax. It's got so many uses it was always getting used up. A good example is my friend had a spot on his pack that was rubbing together, (he over packed this time round), so I pulled out the fixin wax and put some on where the fabric was rubbing and this kept it from wearing out.

[@johndouty7361]

I see people take the roll out of TP all the time, then I see the same people do weird stuff with Duck tape to store it. Old night stocker tip: take a utility knife and cut out the cardboard roll from your tape. make sure you cut enough to remove all the cardboard. Flatten the roll of tape and it will adhere to itself. Bigger rolls need some persuasion (we used to park the forklift on them for a few minutes). Your new roll of tape will fit just about anywhere you have a spare bit of space. We used to use it a lot so we just slipped it in our back pocket.

[@sk-wx1cf]

In the camping sundries aisle of the store, you can usually find mini rolls of duct tape that don't have a center. The roll is only about 3/4 inch diameter and has a few yards of duct tape. Very handy to carry and you don't have to worry about the tape weathering on your trek pole.

[@Rick_Schott]

"Separate your food" is a great idea, I can see burning through too much too fast without doing this. Pro tip for hammock folks, if you carry an ass pad you can use a 3/4 length underquilt and use the ass pad for under your feet and lower legs, when needed.

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

Works for Me! Great Ass Pad tip Richard, I'll remember that 1 next time I hammock! Hike On, Darwin

[@honeybadgerhikes]

Take a piece of Reflectex and cut it into the small shape of your body. This is one of the most versatile equip pieces you can carry. Weighs about 4 oz. Uses: Replaces sit pad by performing all those functions PLUS.....Place inside sleeping bag/quilt on top if you to create extra warmth on cold nights. Like having your own personal heater. (Replaces heavier bag/bag liner, heavier clothing). Can be used under sleeping pad to protect from punctures on rough/poky ground. Use it under bag for cowboy camping. Instant shade in exposed treeless areas by rigging it to trekking poles/bush/backpack creating your own shade to rest under. Water proof and wind proof uses. And so many more uses and weighs so little.

[@LMicheleS]

Great idea about the daily food bags. I can totally see me grazing through too much once hiker hunger hits.

[@donaldryder5534]

This was great- thanks Darwin!

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

No Prob Donald... Thanks for Watching! Hike On, Darwin

[@HermSchreurs]

Thanks for the cool vids! Nice to watch!!

[@eduardoaratangy1577]

Perfect! Thanks for your precious tips!

[@pilgrim7779]

Here's a valuable tip; Test your insect repellent BEFORE you head out on a long hike! I just had to get off the trail early because I acquired over 600 mosquito bites and 19 tick bites because the manufacturer of my insect repellent must have accidentally filled my bottle with something that smelled like perfume (actually attracted bugs)! This could have been life threatening because I started to become disoriented from all of the mosquito venom and I had no cell service. Fortunately I bumped into two hikers that had a sat phone and helped me to the nearest trail head. I will never make this mistake again.

[@carrieferguson1383]

SSS doesn't work for me at ALL. So yeah, test for sure.

[@tullochgorum6323]

Pilgrim777 - going into a buggy area I would ALWAYS carry enough clothing and netting to cover up fully if repellent got lost or was ineffective. I'd rather be sweaty than bitten. I'm a Scot, and we have the dreaded midge. I've twice had to help people in toxic shock because their protection was ineffective. As you say, this is a safety issue.

[@peterfiggis8284]

It's not technically venom but mosquito's inject anesthetic and a de-coagulant which your body obviously has a reaction to.

[@larryguy8606]

SSS earned it chops with salty folks because it stops the no see ums.

[@lkeith88]

Pilgrim777 not for mosquitos, but vanilla extract has always worked well for me for knats. Doesn't last all that long but doesn't irritate my skin or smell god awful. Mosquitos n ticks though, get the good stuff.

[@juliaphelps8921]

Great tips as always, Darwin

[@kipbeegle8260]

the sit pad between the knees is a great idea!

[@carlosalmeida1273]

Great vlog 👍. Tks for sharing ideas 👍☺️.

[@WalkWithWallace]

Great tips, not sure some of the Scottish hotels would like 6 hikers in a hotel room. 😂 I take photos with my phone of guide books so its all on my phone.

[@Pythaules]

When staying somewhere overnight - Take a thinly cut steak season it, and then wrap it in aluminum foil, and put it in the freezer overnight. Pull it out in the morning, and wrap one paper towel around it, and put it in a ziplock bag and throw it in your pack. By dinner it will be thawed and ready to cool. Doesn't last many days, but great for the first stop.

[@robertbarnes6047]

Some goods tips and some I was already using. The food for each day in a bag. Love the ass pad

[@Vic_Crowe]

Love the ass pad! I wanted one, but all the different uses are fantastic ideas. Hike on!

[@sk-wx1cf]

s k 1 second ago In the camping sundries aisle of the store, you can usually find mini rolls of duct tape that don't have a center. The roll is only about 3/4 inch diameter and has a few yards of duct tape. Very handy to carry and you don't have to worry about the tape weathering on your trek pole.

[@joeleblanc4543]

Great ideas, keep them coming.

[@pbr2424]

I never thought to stay at the Holiday Inn and then carry some cheeseburgers from the store. Great ideas. Thanks

[@charliekendall4288]

The bounce box free forwarding mentioned is good only if you do not open the box, otherwise more freight to pay for. I worked for the USPS for a long time.

[@TennesseeSlim]

I started with $0 and hiked over 1000 miles of the AT this year. I played harmonica in town for food. So I would reccomend an instrument even if your not good at it the trail is a good place to learn.

[@markpaterick5524]

I use foam from the packing material when I bought my laptop computer. It is ultra light does not absorb water and the best part it was free. It is about an inch thick and you can cut it to size.

[@lebowski5192]

I scanned the CT Guide and loaded the PDF to my phone, along with my shopping food list and main water stops/campsite list. Too easy.

[@rowdyrx6109]

Thanks Darwin....great tips!

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

Thanks for Watching Michel! Hike On, Darwin

[@toviam1075]

This was such a useful video!!!

[@MxRider1997]

use you trekking poles to carry bagels !

[@kirsysonner]

is that a joke?

[@mog-gyveroneill2500]

@Gabriel De la Ossa lol, that Sir Edmund sure knew a thing or 2...😂 😂 😂

[@mog-gyveroneill2500]

If you're in a hot climate, they'll be toasty ready for dinner.. 😂

[@ty88]

where do you put the bagels? the top? the bottom!?

[@mog-gyveroneill2500]

@@ty88 ..it depends how crunchy you want them.. 😂

[@sstritmatter2158]

Sh-t ticket ROFLMAO, I'll remember that one - thanks

[@amygodward4472]

Use acrylic glow-in-the-dark paint and mark your earbuds, night lamp, phone, cooking pot handle and whatever you feel can get a bit lost when it gets dark.

[@hikingadventures1017]

Great tips! Thanks so much!!

[@DamionJR4923]

Your videos rock just subscribed!

[@lismorris5370]

I'm more of a bushcrafter here, so my best tip would be to learn a bit about the vegetation in the areas you're passing through: Most non-poisonous aromatic plants have antibacterial properties and can be used to clean wounds. Many plant leaves (e.g. Horse chestnut) can be used as soap. Mint grows everywhere, is easy to identify, and is great for upset stomachs. Two important provisos here of course: Even with this herbal bounty, always bring your first aid kit, and secondly, don't touch anything unless you're sure it's safe!

[@carrieferguson1383]

I would LOVE to learn more about this!

[@carternewcomb2764]

Hi Darwin! Another thing that you can do with the almighty ass pad is to use it to complete a 3/4 length sleeping pad and shave weight.

[@ericmiddelbos129]

awesome tips and tricks

[@eliv29]

YOUR VIDEOS ARE AWESOME!!!!!!

[@lebowski5192]

Another great hack is to pour hot water in your meal pouch, seal it up to cook, and use it as a heat pad while your food cooks. Feels great on back and legs!

[@steveh994]

Use the cooking bag you showed an cut an sew one to fit your water bladder. Keeps your water cooler longer

[@lawndad1286]

You speak very well. Always a pleasure to watch. Love the vids!👍🏻

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

Thanks for Watching Darren! Hike On, Darwin

[@markbunker5934]

Thanks...great advice !

[@andrewschrock9752]

Just discovered your channel recently... LOVE YOUR VIDS!!!! I appreciate you being very knowledgeable and patient in the way you deliver your information. I was curious do you use or have you used Wysi Wiped in lieu of shit tickets?? What is your impression of them if you have used the product?

[@backpacker3421]

#2, for sure - I made mine from reflectix, reflectix tape, and a very thin aluminum sheet (for crafting). I put three buttons on it so it opens to form a windshield. Closed it wraps around my 700ml pot. As soon as the water is boiling, I take it off the stove and it cooks just fine. May need to make another one soon, since I'm thinking about switching to the Vargo Bot.

[@backpacker3421]

I like your velcro adhesive tabs - I may do that instead. the buttons I used are little plastic deals, and they weigh nothing, but they're pretty finicky.

[@miguelaznar]

I do not use trekking poles, so I wrap my duct tape around plastic water bottles. It was super handy when I needed to reattach the guy lines to my tarp.

[@jasonmcintosh6264]

Awesome tips!

[@qambi1]

Good tips, cheers!

[@sandrastephens217]

I really love your tips!!! My husband and I are planning on doing a section hike on the PCT in two years... how would you recommend "training" or preparing for that? It will be three to four weeks. Thanks in advance!!! :)

[@yogioto]

Skandinavia: lots of small water runs, but every once in a while you would risk getting water into your boots and going barefooted is awful when not used to pointy rocks. Solution: bring water shoes, I got some really low weight ones around 3 oz for 15 bucks. Also nice in the evening to give your feet a rest in uneasy terrain at camp.

[@selenajones1712]

Hey Darwin,, ,,,,swamp gal here,,, ,i use the winshild cover as a sitts pad cuz its long & can stretch my.legs out & can set my pack on it & when ya stop to eat ya can set your food down on it ,&or if ya want to put your feet up a tree ,,its great ta lay on & i put it under my sleeping bag as an insulater from the ground,,,double duty,,

[@shutdaup2k]

TMI, I know, but...I kept track of how often I went on the trail, and it's pretty consistent; once every morning. So about once a day. Then I kept track of how many wipes it usually takes me; roughly 4 sheets (fold method to use the same sheet). I then multiply the number of days I plan to be on the trail (add 2 days or so to be safe) by the number of sheets (5 sheets to be safe) and that will give me the total number of TP sheets I need. I know a whole role isn't a lot of weight, but I do save space in my pack as well. Hasn't failed me yet....and now because I made this comment, I'm going to get the runs and will regret all of this.

[@michaelmcphee2930]

Further to the numbering of your food bags I have green, yellow and red stuff sacks like a traffic light,which represent all my breakfasts, lunches and dinners so I only unpack what I need. I have a whitish one where I put all the crap like medication, repellant, light that I may need at night. It helps me break camp quicker in the morning. My arse pad goes under my pillow.

[@JoeDoeOutdoors]

Hey awesome channel ☺ Keep it up!

[@stepitup5409]

Darwin, I have obviously just found you here on youtube and have enjoyed several of your videos. Have you done any videos on first aid kits? Ill check it out. Safe travels

[@jimmyted218]

great stuff man thks duck tape is the best

[@triton189]

I take pictures of the relevant / important pages of my guide books with my phone and just use the pics on the trail. No bulky book to bring along!

[@relaxivegotthis]

If you have small, heavy items that you want handy, you can attach them to your poles so their weight is primarily on the poles. Just make sure they don't come loose (don't want a knife in your eye) or aren't too valuable (don't want to slam your camera on the ground or drop it in a river).

[@steviecooper8486]

Question for the Q&A segments: I've seen the evolution of your gear change from 2015 to 2017; but I'm curious if your food choices have gone more ultralight or changed in any way over the years hiking.

[@neildenton5524]

My Ass Pad is the only piece of gear that has survived all iterations and shakedowns of my gear.

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

As it should! Thanks for Watching! Hike On, Darwin

[@jmorefire]

Most hands animated video ever!

[@Wraith35]

Awesome video Darwin!

[@kookiemoose]

I always keep the tube in the toilet paper. It's a handy place to keep a bottle of hand sanitizer. After doing your business just flip the cap and squeeze the roll. Also with toilet paper. Any ziplocks that contain electronics like a camera, phone, or whatnot. On wet days I drop a few squares of toilet paper in the bag with the electronic. That way if I shoot a pic while hiking and drop the camera back into the zippy any excess drops of water are absorbed by the tp.

[@kookiemoose]

Aaron Bennett filthy hobo

[@miguelaznar]

Yes: hand sanitizer tucked into the roll. I do the same. Easier than soap & water.