Welcome home.. the ultralight sleep system that feels like you never left

[@kainoskid7042]

I really appreciate you being vulnerable about your anxiety. Thanks for being open. It gets the best of me too sometimes.

[@eddiedixon9488]

Same, I appreciate this level of honesty! I have made a 14k but it was not my absolute favorite!

[@joey.h14]

Anxiety is a real common thing, but men are taught to suppress it. Boys can cry, do it, be vocal, talk about things. Men’s mental health is important too.

[@daakrolb]

I’m here so say “stop being a BABY & talking about “anxiety.”” JFC MAN. UP. Acknowledge the challenge and take it on.

[@kainoskid7042]

@@daakrolb Acknowledging anxiety does not make you a baby, and "manning up" doesn't make you a man.

[@dustbustr91]

@@daakrolbi think he is g!ay

[@scottburkhart6953]

Dan, I was 63 when I attempted a very ambitious backpacking trip that ended in disappointment due to lack of training. I understand the fear of failure and the anxiety that accompanies it. I have since spent time training and at 67 attempted another ambitious trip. This was successful beyond my wildest dreams. Getting those summits under your belt is gratifying. Never let the fear of failure stop you. Failure teaches us what we need to do to be better. I once heard that Thomas Edison tried 100 times to invent the incandescent light bulb before successfully doing so. When asked about the 100 failures he merely replied that he learned 100 ways not to make one. Congratulations on learning about yourself and your summit!

[@michaelhenderson6786]

I love this! Adversity truly introduces us to ourselves.

[@Jshanks19]

The Zenbivy is a game changer. I have the 25deg version and put a 40deg UGQ top quilt inside for the subfreeezing nights. Congratulations 🎉on the summit!

[@jonbassett8023]

Just purchased the Light Sheet 25* with compression bag & lid thanks to this & one other video I watched on it. May add the quilt later, but my current Mountain Hardware bag is the bomb for anything 25* and up! Paired with my Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL3 MtnGLO Tent & Q core SLX pad & I'm GTG for now...)

[@peterblight1507]

Appreciate the vulnerability shown in this video. As a long time hiker and rock climber, its nice to see outdoor influencers show that its ok to be scared of things (like heights) while in these amazing places. It shows to people that is ok to be afraid but to still enjoy the wilderness. Thanks for the the great content!

[@donniebel]

Great view from the top, Dan! I’m a big Zenbivy fan. Use it for 3 or 4 nights and you’ll have no problem with the hooks in the dark. I have both the 25 deg and 10 deg versions. The former is comfy to freezing, if expected below freezing I take the 10deg. I had a mountain trek and wanted to save some weight so I got and took the half sheet (worked better than I hoped). Did a weekend trip where it was in the low teens and I took both quilts and was very toasty. Like any sleep system, you need to match the R value of the pad to the temp rating of the quilt and the weather. If your like me and can’t stand being confined in a bag, the Zenbivy is worth considering.

[@Ryan-ll1pk]

Love this sleep system - for a thru hike, weighting the pros and cons of the extra weight….this is just heavy compared to the usual thru hike set up

[@NikhilShahi]

Yeah. It's way too heavy for thru hiking.

[@t10mcg]

I love my Zenbivy!! Best sleep system. Beats a sleep bag by far. I was debating between a quilt or the Zenbivy quilt sleep system. So happy with my choice. Very toasty and lots of room to move around.

[@karencaskey6210]

Thank you for appealing to us average hikers, who aren't as young as we used to be. We have bad knees or bad hips and don't have the perfect fitness levels that we had when we were younger. And that's okay! The most important thing is to simply get out in nature and enjoy. You knew your limits and were smart to select a different peak to climb. So happy you were able to conquer that mountain! Happy Trails!

[@karenpolansky9097]

I totally get your anxiety. I spent 3 days fretting and crying as I waited for my booked rim-to-rim hiking tour of the Grand Canyon. Call me crazy (you wouldn’t be the first), but I didn’t appreciate the sheer drop of the trail by watching videos. When I saw it in person, I thought I wouldn’t be able to do it, because I’m afraid of heights, etc, etc. Like you, I was so proud of myself for getting it done! You did awesome! ❤❤

[@stlyg777]

Your videos keep getting better and better. Hats off to the crew and producers. And teaming up with Eric is the smartest move ever. Best wishes to you both.

[@Stephi12Anderson]

I got tears in my eyes when you shared the view from the summit. Good job and thank you for sharing something so real about yourself.

[@alisondickinson]

I like you better than ever, Dan. I’ve been hiking and backpacking for a long time. Brash, arrogant surety in a hiker does not impress me. Aware humbleness does. Good on you, Dan. Good on your team.

[@olegoathiking1962]

Thanks for "keeping it real"! I miss the mountains. Stuck in Illinois.

[@Dante07cid]

Ditto 😢

[@russelljackman1413]

Congratulations, Dan!!! You did good! I truly appreciate your humility and good heart. Well done, my Friend! Well done.

[@johnmerriam442]

Love your videos. Good to see a honest person that we all don't have physical physique and ability of some people, but your still out there doing it.

[@curtelverd]

Thank you so much for reviewing the ZenBivy! I've been looking at them for a while, and it's the next system that I'm getting for sure! On another note, ZenBivy makes another model that uses zippers, but it's heavier. So the light bed is targeted more towards backpackers that want to keep a lightweight system. While the other, I think, is targeted more towards campers and backpackers that don't mind carrying some extra weight.

[@moriabergeron7991]

Definitely, re: the zippers. I have the zip version myself. I find not going for ultralight on sleep systems makes my biggest outdoors problem much less hassle. I save weight other ways :)

[@philjones3335]

Respect for your honesty. We all have our fears and to concur them is a massive achievement 👏

[@somesweetguy]

I have panic disorder and not a single thing about anxiety is silly. The most important thing I've learned about anxiety is that the apprehension is always _several_ orders of magnitude worse than whatever you're anxious about, and that the best thing to do is face it head on without delay. You have my respect and appreciation.

[@LMay64]

Great job on that summit Dan! Fear at those times is real and you won over your anxiety. Cheers!

[@AndrewB416]

Well done Dan. Remember that you're way more capable than you think you are! The Zenbivy seems like the way to go. It's sold out of the size I would need until 2023 but I'll keep an eye out for it. Congrats to both you, Eric, and your crew(s) on the successful hike. Thank you for the video and I look forward to the next one.

[@kathleenschaefer7012]

Wow! Congrats!! Awesome view from the top And from the "base camp"! Awesome achievment! Excellent companions! Excellent products!

[@RAMtrails]

17:22 "I have 55% confidence in him" lol. Dan and Eric are a GREAT combo. Very comedic.

[@raymondborn1002]

This is in my neck of the woods, I live in south east Idaho in the shadow of the Teton Mountains but you were only 160 miles away. That’s awesome love that you got to enjoy Idaho in its own unique beauty.

[@jeansayers8659]

You inspire so many of us. Sometimes the anxiety can make the accomplishment that much better! I am almost 72, and I am afraid of slowing everyone down, or loosing my balance, etc., so it was reassuring to hear that you , Mr outdoorsman, had these fears. Thank you for having the courage to share them. ❤

[@jazzwyld1]

Hey we aren't just here for the gear. Loved the vulnerability. We all face things that challenge us. Thanks for sharing.

[@Charles-Meyer]

I am starting to see more and more videos with Zenbivy. I have had mines for a couple years and love using it. I love seeing people finding out about the system and loving it.

[@HoofInDenver]

I agree that the story line in the video was really well done. Thanks for being real about everything and congrats! It looked beautiful up there.

[@Archie-td6ox]

Strength through humility. Great job!

[@ronim1697]

Have been watching your channel for a while now and this episode was a major turning point for you in my opinion. You let us into your personal journey as a backpacker and allowed us to see you as a person and not just as a you tube personality. Really enjoyed it. Good job. Keep up the good work. Let me know if you ever want to backpack in the PNW!

[@JarradShaw]

I have sea to summit bags that synch around the pad when it gets colder but yet I can still toss n turn. I have Rumpl blankets for those warmer days, like a quilt can offer. Zenbivy just announced as of this post/comment thta their Light Beds are back in stock. After a year debating if it was worth the price… I did it. And I am so, so excited that this very well might be my one and only sleep partner in the warmer nights and into the colder seasons. Thank you Dan, Erik, and Devin! Between the three of you I couldn’t be happier I pulled the trigger and will have this in my hiking/camping arsenal soon❤

[@topijero1]

Saber definirse es un privilegio de los que tienen una saludable autoestima.... Un abrazo desde Madrid, España.

[@mikedobson8841]

Congratulations!! Really pleased for you - only a real man can be honest about his fears.

[@christopherrobbins3018]

Love the channel! I am a 55 year old 90% disabled military vet, and a fellow veteran (60 years old) and I are going to attempt to thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail in 2025, SOBO! We are scrimping and saving for gear and I am especially saving for a ZenBivy Light Bed bundle! I was so happy to see this review, and cannot wait to spend my first nights in it once I get one! I told my wife I’m “backyard camping” the night it arrives! Thanks for the vids, Dan! Loving them!!!

[@adventureswithfrickandfrack]

Peak bagger!! Pretty cool sitting on that mountain. Nice job stepping out of your comfort zone Dan. Proud of you!

[@BucksMom218]

Well done Dan! What a rewarding view! Im glad your crew was supportive and the review was terrific. 🥾🥾😎🥰

[@wolfheartspirit97]

You got this Dan. To climb a mountain starts with a step. Tackle each step one at a time.

[@TabethaAurochs]

🤗This is my fave Dan Becker video yet! 👏Proud of you! Also 📣 out to Eric - 🔥 B&W frame out cut, & just really makes y'alls look good 😎

[@gavincollins8553]

Good Job Dan! Congratulations on reaching the Summit! It was pretty cool seeing such honesty and transparency!

[@markrico1917]

Clicked for the silly thumbnail face, stayed for the real talk about your nerves. Way to go with the honesty! We all face it from time to time, in some situations more than others. Good job.

[@Jenfuu]

As a plus size hiker/backpacker I totally understand your point of view on mountains. Living in Maine we have tough rugged little peaks, heading up one tomorrow for the weekend. Full of roots, rocks and all sorts of ankle tripping rocks. I always huff and puff up every peak I hike, but the view is always worth it! Conquering your fears is tough. What a view! Your videos have inspired me to backpack and keep backpacking! Looking forward to seeing your next adventure! You rock!

[@elanapeterson3665]

LOVE IT!!! I love that you showed some vulnerability! But it's great that you were with a group of friends who had your back and encouraged you to hike up that peak! You and Eric make a good team!

[@cestmoi7368]

I very much enjoy my zen-bivy. It isn’t a warm solution for winter camping, but I’ve done cool shoulder season hikes with it and been very comfortable.

[@denisedevaughn544]

I found Eric’s Chanel and Dan’s Chanel the same night and loved both you guys so to see you together is awesome. Dan I feel y’a on that hike. I’m 57 and when I go with my son on hikes like that. I freak too. When you make to the top. Yeah that’s a hug and a high 5 moment.

[@megbackpacks]

Thank you for your openness! You speak so confidently in most of your videos, and it was comforting to know that even experienced backpackers have anxieties too. Im just starting my backpacking journey, and feel that often. I hope you had a blast and got to experience that "holy crap! I actually can do this stuff!" Moment when you were done! 😁 it's the best feeling ever! Sometimes also accompanied with an "oh thank god that's over" moment 😂

[@elijahthompson3899]

Heck yes, dude! Good for you, airing it out on camera and pushing through, that's good stuff!

[@williamharley2923]

Congrats Dan! You did you and that's all that matters.

[@nicksam5518]

I also bought the BOTH the standard zenbivy & the light bed. The sheet also fits my Nemo tensor… I also have a cold hand due to moving at night. Best sleep in backcountry ever.

[@TheAdorkableMe]

Love love love my zen bivy. Best sleep I have ever had in the backcountry.

[@waynecatt602]

Congratulations Dan! Just awesome!

[@richarddemas5262]

I have two Zen Bivys. The lite and the regular (which has a zipper). Both are about the best sleep I have had outside of my bed at home.

[@Dante07cid]

Do you lean to one or the other?

[@richarddemas5262]

@@Dante07cid the zen bivy lite is summer weight and good to ~50*. Great summer system. The zen bivy regular I have is good to 25* or so depending on how you sleep. I think the zippers are better for cooler weather sleeping, but I suspect it may be a matter of preference. I find it good to about 30* wearing long underwear to bed. I roll around and combined with a good 25” wide pad it is a great non-bed sleep. Perfect for a camp cot or on the ground. Definitely wait for sales which zen bivy has, these are not cheap (I bought both of mine on sale).

[@ronjensen6915]

@@richarddemas5262 when does ZenBivy typically hold their sale(s).

[@richarddemas5262]

@@ronjensen6915 They appear to hold them roughly quarterly. They will probably have a Black Friday sale or a holiday sale. Signing up for emails from Zen Bivy is a good way to know about sales. Have a good one.

[@richarddemas5262]

@Ron Jensen Zen Bivy just sent me an email that they are having a Black Friday sale.

[@stdan3746]

Dan, I've been following your channel and learning so much about gear. I'm a previous backpacker who has right at 30 miles on the AT in Georgia. Decided for my 50th, I'm going to hike the whole section of the AT in Ga. My nephew works for Idaho Fish and Wildlife at the Sawtooth Fish Hatchery which is right there at Alpine Peak. So cool to see the view of where he lives and works. He also has done around 1200 miles on the PCT. My previous backpacking trips involved the Kelty Redcloud 90L pack, MSR WhisperLIte, Mountain Hardware sleeping pad, REI mummy sleeping bag, etc....lot of gear from the early 2000s. Your reviews and sharing pros & cons has helped me out so much. Thank you for sharing and being committed to making sure someone like me, who is OCD about everything, has the best information on so much gear to enjoy the outdoors. Thanks again!!!!

[@seana7251]

Appreciate the vulnerability and being real.

[@juliewillson3378]

That looks like the perfect sleep system. As a fat old person who is a side sleeper, sleeping bags don’t have enough room. This looks like something that is versatile enough to use in either a tent or a hammock.

[@tylerj3658]

The zipper system is the main reason why I purchased the normal zenbivy bed compared to the UL one, I was willing to take the extra weight for the better fabric and zippers.

[@russellmerriman4905]

Same

[@hlstewart]

Same

[@cjsoutdoors4412]

Congratulations Dan, you did a great job on your summit hike! Now do some more, one down 13 to go! 👏 ✌️🇺🇲

[@raymondhernaiz3911]

Mister becker Thank you for all the information you give us. I'm planning on taking my son camping and enjoying this kind of recreation. It's only three months old though but i'm really doing my dual diligence to get as much information as possible

[@JasonT2000]

Love the Sawtooths. I just spent 4 days there this summer with my sons. And yes, the elevation is hard for these Chicago boys!

[@ValkyrieHikes]

I am so happy for you, Dan! You DID IT! You summited Alpine Peak! I would have been huffing and puffing right there with you. You were open and honest about your anxieties about summiting, which makes me admire and respect you even more. I'm right there with you. I am no super-thru-hiker or elite athlete. I'm a normal person who loves hiking and backpacking. I'm not young and limber anymore, and I've had more than my fair share of injuries (none hiking related). I'm a 52 year old mother of three doing my best to find and enjoy the best trails nature has to offer. I'm not the best with heights, so totally understand that anxiety. I'm so very glad you got to explore some of the Sawtooth Wilderness Area. I am definitely taking my son there next year once the area isn't buried in snow anymore.

[@arlenbyrd]

These lakes are in our "backyard" and the kids and I (4, 9, 11 at the time) enjoyed Goat Lake in 2022 as well. Your success with Alpine Peak encourages me to try it too! I've yet to bag any peaks myself. Thank you for being real and sharing your experience to encourage others!

[@amelialeatherman5786]

OMG!!! You did FANTASTIC!!! That's why we love ya man, for keeping it real.

[@MMTIGER7]

Dan, thank you so much for being honest and real. Loved this vid. Great Respect and Love that you got through the nervousness and kicked its butt! You guys Rock

[@jonbassett8023]

Excellent video, thank you! Just purchased the Light Sheet 25* with compression bag & lid thanks to this & one other video I watched on it. May add the quilt later, but my current Mountain Hardware bag is the bomb for anything 25* and up! Paired with my Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL3 MtnGLO Tent & Q core SLX pad & I'm GTG for now...)

[@driftlessbiker]

I got a 25 degree ZenBivy for my motorcycle camping and it is amazing. I basically wanted ultralight/compact as I traveled to Alaska and camped a fair amount along the way. Your videos helped me make some of my gear decisions for my gear.

[@JCrozier1]

Looks pretty awesome. If you say it's good, it must be.

[@roxannehill8844]

You guys now kinda make my day! Here I am organizing my cold room... this sucks but it looks so good all clean!... and listening to your video... seriously my kind of personalities! Thankyou for sharing!🥰

[@emonty62]

Great to see you vulnerable Dan!

[@kristinhiner3221]

Congratulations!! I had confidence in you! I love that you showed your vulnerability and conquered! Very inspirational!

[@hollyparker7170]

I love the banter with this group 😄

[@jukkavv]

That was beautiful! ... I loved the soundtrack also. Great Job Dan!

[@rayweeks1056]

Congratulations on your summit…!!!!! Excellent video…..nice to see these products in actual use.

[@johncheeseman6764]

Hi Dan, living in SE Wyoming, we do alot of hiking and backpacking above 10000 and found that a small boost oxygen helps recover after a climb.

[@Scott.Sherman.Photos]

Dan, the fact that you are willing to show your anxiety about climbing this peak is awesome. Keep pushing yourself, you'd be amazed of what you're capable of.

[@parkerriley918]

Great job Dan! I hope you enjoyed every moment of reaching the top. Can't imagine the view in person

[@meat094]

I get the same anxiety, thanks for being vulnerable

[@GoWithJingJo]

Dude, your rawness was awesome and genuinely brought you closer to your audience. Oh, you guys missed out on the best part of ZenBivy’s setup too….the incredible quilted pillow. Thank for sharing 🇦🇺

[@lisalou1263]

I love my zenbivy. It’s so comfortable.

[@raykinit4701]

that last comment on the video, that's the superman comment. Well done. People might say that it was the power of zen that got you there..... beautiful scenery, jealous.

[@bdr518]

I love my zenbivy. I use a Nemo Tensor insulated, with a Nemo switchback underneath for protection. Super comfy, in warmer weather, I bring a GI poncho liner instead of the quilt.

[@rubbercheck72]

Good job! You did it! Not wanting to do it, not getting ready to do it but DID IT!

[@samuelpack669]

Really loved you facing your fear of heights in this video. You should make more videos of you pushing your comfort boundary!

[@MrBalas3]

I have the Zenbivy system as well. I agree the clasp system is a chore when you really feel the need to adjust it in the middle of the night. I really enjoy being able to to put my arm in the pillow barn so they don’t fall off onto the cold tent ground. I do wish the pillow barn was larger for my head and pillow. I thoroughly enjoy being able to curl the quilt by my face without having an annoying shock cord that so many top quilts have. Although I mainly hammock camp now so I don’t use the sheet as much anymore. Nice video guys.

[@shan.kiiiii]

Glad this video was about an adventure and some awesome gear! Loved watching you summit!! Awesome work Dan

[@lynn465]

you're authentic and love that you shared your concerns and anxiety. Been there! you did it! congrats! be proud!

[@richardwysocki8300]

Dan, you might be an "average guy," but you're the BEST average guy possible. Always enjoy your videos, as much for your personality as your reviews. Peaceout, Mate!

[@Lv4_o2]

Navigating through scree is not easy, nice climb…picked the right peoples to surround yourself with for this hike. You’ve got me interested in the Zenbivy, even though it’s pricy.

[@rachaelsimpson8802]

That was pretty gnarly! Well done. Great video.

[@ninjasmoke100]

Triple Down Sleeping Bag - Warmlite Down Filled Sleeping Bag Tri-Layer -60F This sleep system has been around since 1959 and has proven itself to do what it claims. Probably the most comfortable and versatile sleeping system I have ever had.

[@skimt127]

I have been using ZenBivy systems since their beginning. You can't beat their light beds. Unbelievable product that will absolutely change your backpacking experience. It is 100% like sleeping in a bed. Go buy one. Seriously.

[@parttimeyoutube]

I was literally going through your videos right now when I saw this pop up! Awesome

[@MichaelAndersen_DK]

Cheers to you reaching that summit!

[@kerrygray968]

Good job going for the summit, Dan.

[@KristiinaKasepalu]

Great that you did it❤️

[@MrDweasel]

I like the collaboration you guys do

[@erict5878]

Congrats DB! you know that old saying..."Hike your own hike". I'm 73 now I used to summit all the time when I was younger...not so much now. The biggest take away is YOU KNOW your limits and it is good to be anxious about knew things but always listen to your gut. That is God's way of getting your attention. It's the safest way to enjoy the outdoors. It's good to stretch your limits a bit but not to the point of putting yourself or others in harms way! As Ed Vesters always said " Getting to the top is OPTIONAL...Getting back safely is NOT".

[@ozedude7082]

I have a LOst Ranger and fully agree about the zippers. I think i've found the solution by running Polyester tape along the side of each zipper, no snags.

[@erniemaleniza8112]

Thanks for sharing Dan and way to go!👍😃

[@paintlover70]

Thanks for the zenbivy review !!! I've had this on a list of possibilities.

[@johnschneck5939]

Attaboy Dan! IMHO, backpacking isn't a competition about who can climb the highest peak, hike the most miles the fastest etc. It's about challenging yourself, pushing your own limits and getting outside your comfort zone. You definitely accomplished those 3 things, so don't listen to the haters, you have a lot to be proud of!

[@grimgranite]

Awesome video Dan! I really enjoyed seeing you guys tackle this. Congrats on bagging the peak dude!

[@bennyweed91]

I worked at a BSA camp in the sawtooth wilderness! Beautiful country minus the wildfire damage.

[@driddo5k282]

Congrats on making it to the Summit!!