Winter Overland Track: GEAR AND FOOD for a 6-Day Hike

[@jakepypline4770]

Ive just moved myself and family to nw tassie from QLD. Loving your vids mate! Very helpful info. Busting to get out and start exploring. Liked and subscribed. Cheers

[@mowsertas]

Welcome to NW Tassie! I’m so glad to hear that you’re finding my videos helpful. There’s so much to explore out there-enjoy every moment!

[@fayleya3865]

Really interested to see a post-hike review where you tell us how your layering system worked

[@mowsertas]

Will do! Quick preview - loved it! 😊

[@OutBushWithDaz]

nice video mate, always good to see how others pack their gear and the gear they take. Along with a lot of handy tips.

[@mowsertas]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@GregPople]

Excellent video, thank you very much!

[@mowsertas]

Thanks for watching!

[@overlandtracktransport]

Great video Mowser, looking forward to seeing the trip video 👍

[@mowsertas]

Thanks for watching. Video coming in the next few months!

[@needtokeepwalking]

Mate you need to go to trail days in the US and teach them a few things about being a true ultralight hiker,😅. Sorry could resist. Great video as always, thanks for the load out and I learnt a few things. My only WTF was you trowel, you have what looks like a small ransom woth of gear, the best of the best but your trowel looks like OT came from bunnings, it's all about the small things.🚶‍♂️⛰️

[@mowsertas]

Yes I like the luxuries! I have tried all types of trowels over the years but find the GSI cathode the toughest in the very stubborn Tasmanian soil!

[@justjonoutdoors]

I LOVE my Stratospire LI - you’re the first KZbinr I’ve seen that also has one.

[@mowsertas]

Yep, it’s a great tent!

[@theoutdoordogandhikinggirl]

I love mine as well!

[@ericzehrung5501]

Thank you. I will be on the OT in a few weeks as well. Terrific to see your decisions.

[@mowsertas]

Thanks for watching!

[@kippariz9805]

As a finnish person hearing you say "extremely cold conditions [...] around -5 to -10 C" is very weird. But on the other hand you summers would be death for me.

[@mowsertas]

Yes, nothing compared to the nordic winters! I have spent a lot of time in Finland and have many friends there! Summers here are rather hot although i'm told this summer in Finland has seen some very warm days. Thanks for watching!

[@damnrightmyfilms]

This has come at the perfect time. Heading to tassie next month for an OT winter trek. Thanks for the content!

[@mowsertas]

Thanks for watching. Hope you enjoy it!

[@zoes1463]

I really love that you shout out cool snack companies in your videos! I love variety of bars and snacks on trips 😆

[@mowsertas]

I love finding new treats to take. Thanks for watching!

[@JamesReid42]

Thank you so much for making this video, its been really useful.

[@mowsertas]

Glad you found it helpful!

[@robbeenhakker1137]

Excellent video, Mowser! I havent done any winter hiking and this video gives me a few extra insights should I wish to do so in the future. Love your videos. They are clear, concise & without any of the hype & hoopla of many a KZbinr. Look forward to the follow up video(s)👍

[@mowsertas]

Thanks so much. Appreciate it!

[@jakeva9802]

Solid kit

[@mowsertas]

Thanks for watching!

[@kevinmcgennan8110]

STS ultrasil compression dry bag for sleeping bags everytime. OK a slight weight penalty but you get the bag to half the volume of a conventual stuff sack and it's waterproof.

[@edzeppelin933]

You've done the overland 50 times?! Epic

[@mowsertas]

yes, but that's not many times compared to some guides i know of who have done over 100 if not 100s!

[@alg193]

Thank you. Think you might have got the really cold weather. I mentioned before I think we crossed paths with your son at Windermere. I watched your 4-layer clothing video and bought (at great expense) the Showra Temres 282-02 - and on our last day we walked out over Cradle Mountain - it looked like the Parks Tasmania Hypothermia video - and the layers and gloves worked a treat. The highlight was bumping into the tourists on Marion’s Peak in their cotton tracksuit pants and plastic ponchos - while we looked like Antarctic adventurers. We loved Alps and Amici food - have just reordered for GOW. My improvement would be micro spikes that you can take on and off easily. I needed to take my boots off the stretch on - a size too small I think. I love Sth to Nth direction. May do it again!

[@wobblysauce]

It is a balance, Aus normally has a wet cold and most of the world has dryer cold and lower temps but when they come here they feel colder.

[@mowsertas]

Hey, thanks for letting me know about your trip! It's awesome to hear that the gear came in handy and that you enjoyed the food. Happy to help anytime! We ended up going North to South but definately want to do South to North one Day. Thanks for watching!

[@mowsertas]

This is so true. We were only talking about this on a walk yesterday!

[@stigfloberghagenphotography]

Great video and advice 👍

[@mowsertas]

Thanks for watching!

[@benhazell470]

My one planet had holes in the bottom after a WAT trip followed by a Du Cane Range traverse, I’m just waiting to make the leap to a UL pack such as HMG, it’s between the EXPED lightening and an HMG pack at the moment, I just need to pull the trigger at some point!! OL during winter is magical, sunrise over Barn Bluff with snow on from Waterfall Valley was one of my favourite memories from our winter trip a few years ago. A snow dump a few days before led to a decision to take snow shoes but it wasn’t quite deep enough for them so they got lugged the whole way 😂. Due to ice on the road the bus wasn’t running from the visitor centre so we had an extra 8km -/+ to go before the start 😅

[@mowsertas]

It sounds like you had quite the adventure! Good luck with choosing your new pack. Those ranges can be brutal on gear! Extra walk in from the visitor centre! geez!

[@Toyziii]

Another great one Mowser, hope you have a great walk and would love to see a Summer version of this! 😉 I’m headed out end of Feb, gaiters really necessary then? 🤔 Will have Montbell storm cruiser rain pants with me. And have the Torrentshell jacket, though want a Beta AR so bad. But, overkill? 🤔

[@mowsertas]

You'd get by without gaiters if it's been dry. There are a few boggier sections these days but you'd survive albeit maybe damp feet. A torrentshell should be plenty sufficient for the Overland Track! Heading out again in January so may possibly have another Overland track vide out by then!

[@whatkjsaw4461]

Wow, I doubt I could get up to Marion’s with that weight on my back! No winter trip for me!

[@danielhaynes9719]

Hey Mate, Great videos & Channel and awesome set up! Was wondering if you think a Tunnel style tent would be suitable for OLT? Googled it heaps but came up short every time. Love to know how the hike went? We are heading for our virgin voyage late September.

[@mowsertas]

Thanks for the kind words! A Tunnel style tent would be a good option for OLT. Back in the day I used to take a Macpac Cascade. Tent platforms are plentiful and I've never had any trouble setting up on them. Winter Overland video coming soon along with newsletter post. Will follow up next summer with another summer video! Enjoy the hike!

[@PeteBlaxter]

I'll be interested in how the mesh thermals go. I saw them a while ago& thought they might be good.

[@mowsertas]

After initial tests they feel really warm. Review to follow!

[@wobblysauce]

They work well, and come in a few shoulder options, from full mesh to covered shoulder pad and some front

[@MrVelvetino]

Heading off doing the same 21 September 👍, great timing with your video thankyou! Take a look at the Wippa Overland 60L made in the Blue Mountains, ive had mine on a couple of multi-days and impressed so far. With the top pack its a genuine 68L and back pocket its 72L and has all the features, load lifters etc. i added the hyperlite shoulder pouch and water pouch, all up comes in at 1100g there abouts. The pack is seam sealed i think they call it the 200x ,,, DCP ? PS be good to see your post walk review , enjoy 👍

[@mowsertas]

Was just recently looking at the Wippa Overland so it’s funny that you mention it! Looks like a really good pack!

[@theoutdoordogandhikinggirl]

That's a great tent isn't it. Love mine! Do you keep the studs in or do you remove them to be able to pack the tent smaller? Yours looks really small, therefore just wondering. My flextail pillow is arriving today. Really looking forward to use it and see what I think of it.

[@mowsertas]

I keep the studs in and am still able to fit it in ok. Hope you like the pillow!

[@davef5916]

man only cause you like norwegian gear - not because its at all practical for long hiking, check out the Jerven Fjellduken Hunters It's like a tarp, with reflective coating inside it then lined with synthetic insulation. The Norwegian army uses them, they were designed for hunters to glass an area in the snow/rain. You can set it up heaps of ways. like a tarp, bivy, poncho. Dig the run down of your load out. keep it up and enjoy the trip.

[@mowsertas]

Thanks for the recommendation! I'll definitely look into the Jerven Fjellduken Hunters - looks like an interesting piece of gear. Thanks for watching!

[@kevinmcgennan8110]

Your thoughts on the lack of back ventilation for the pack?

[@mowsertas]

In summer it can definately lead to a sweaty back but I haven't really missed my older style packs since switching to the porter nearly 5 years ago. A lot of people ask me this and it's something I'm prepared to put up with. On my most recent trip it was pretty cool and not an issue and my trip a few months ago where it was hot, I did get a sweaty back but again, it doesn't worry me too much. I have seen that a company called Vaucluse now make backpack ventilation gear but no idea if they do it for this pack and how well it works.

[@thehill88]

Can I ask why you take both the inreach mini and the compass? Cuz I want to get a compass, but partner says the garmin will do. Is it a subscription thing?

[@mowsertas]

I always carry a compass in case my tech breaks or dies. I walk in mainly remote off track areas so it's critical to be prepared for old fashioned navigation with map and compass if my gear dies.

[@stevesheekey5263]

Hi Mowser, you mentioned in the vid you are looking at alternatives to the Temres Showa glove. Very interested in this as I’m on the verge of ordering from the US but expensive to ship to AUS. What glove alternative do you have in mind?

[@mowsertas]

I was looking at a few different XTM gloves in an outdoor store recently. Their Loader PVC Waterproof glove looked particularly similar to Temres but without the wrist tightener cord. Worth a look. They also have some other options I am yet to try. Also saw some on the Overland track the other day - a subscriber had purchased some Balaena Toolant gloves for his son and they looked similar to the Temres. He reckoned they were not quite as good as the Temres but worked pretty well and were easier to access in Australia via amazon. They are here: geni.us/icmVCFd Will have another glove video coming in the next few months

[@stevesheekey5263]

@@mowsertas The Balaena Toolant gloves popped up on Amazon today when I searched for the Temres. Only available in Medium but I will keep looking as they look ok. I'm looking forward to the packing video and the Winter Overland Track videos. I purchased a Hyperlite Porter Pack from Adventure Base in Katoomba today. I'm looking forward to getting out there and getting it dirty.

[@DissiDan]

I don't believe it's "Lee" but L.I. for Lithium as a part of their Lithium series... Look at 2 year newb me teaching a 30 year vet about the name of his gear.

[@mowsertas]

My pronunciations are terrible! But i think you are correct!

[@DissiDan]

@@mowsertas My pronunciation fixation is terrible but it's still loads better than my gear fixation.

[@leo_714]

in what temperatures are yoy going to be? here -4c, not snow but freezing dry cold

[@mowsertas]

@@leo_714 hard to say. With windchill may get as cold as -10c but probably just below 0 or just above most of time

[@johnpowell9174]

Propane/isobutane fuel rather than summer gas?

[@mowsertas]

@@johnpowell9174 yes I generally only use propane/isobutane

[@johnpowell9174]

Navigation?

[@mowsertas]

@@johnpowell9174 inreach mini and a map and compass. I don’t expect to have to use them as I have literally spent years of my life in this area.

[@scotscottscottt]

Wtf is a scroggin lol

[@mowsertas]

Trail mix. Very Australian! 🤣

[@scotscottscottt]

@@mowsertas Ohhh I see! Y'all have the best slang haha

[@whatkjsaw4461]

@@scotscottscottt a mix of nuts, dried fruit and chocolate - basically. Everyone makes their own preferred combination. It’s not uncommon to include a few skittles, gummies, banana chips or jerky bits.