Helikon Tex Matilda Backpack + Bushcraft Modular Pouch System (David Friars)

I visited my friend @davidfriars who’s an avid outdoorsman and maker of the widely respected bushcraft modular pouch system
Davids Store - www.etsy.com/u...
Davids Instagram - / davidfriars
Davids KZbin - / @davidfriars
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Below are the other videos in the series I filmed with David on various packs:
Fjallraven Kajka & Stubben - • Bushcraft Modular Pouc...
Hill People Gear Tarahumara - • Hill People Gear Tarah...
Karrimor SF Sabre 45 litre - • Karrimor SF Sabre 45 L...
Frost River Haversack - • Frost River Haversack ...
Helikon Tex Matilda Backpack - **This Video You Are Watching**
Frost River Boulder Pack - (Coming Soon)
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As always I appreciate you watching
Take care
Peace
Zed
#Helikontex #Bushcraft #Davidfriars

[@Zedoutdoors]

Check out the "Fjallraven Kajka & Stubben" Kit loadout video - kzbin.info/www/bejne/mGfLXmeZfbeNoNU Check out the "Hill People Gear Tarahumara" Kit loadout video - kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y5TYcppurLqpiMk Check out the "Karrimor SF Sabre 45 litre" Kit loadout video - kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZ_TgoSibr-GoNE Check out the 'Frost River Haversack' Kit loadout video - kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZbEhn9_qb-Yoqs

[@delopez1966]

Outstanding pack system, mate.

[@Zedoutdoors]

He's definitely got it locked down ~Peace~

[@pauloduarte3095]

This is genius brother, I’m about to get myself a Matilda pack for winter camping since I have the smaller version of the same pack for my overnight trips, this modular system is perfect. Thank you for everything

[@Zedoutdoors]

Appreciate the kind words Paulo and do let me know how you get on with the Matilda pack as i'm hearing great things about it ~Peace~

[@Cands528]

Good video, I enjoy the collaboration wit David! I be watching you!

[@Zedoutdoors]

You the man Stan thank you ~Peace~

[@ocsapy]

I too have the Alice Pack ... Great piece of kit the individual pouches encourages tidy packing ... I have gone light and heavy-duty and it always suprises me how much kit you can fit. Great Review all round.

[@Zedoutdoors]

Getting an Alice pack is high up on my shopping list, heard many great things about it for years so will end up getting it in the new year ~Peace~

[@colinbrown4008]

As always, a great video 👌

[@Zedoutdoors]

Thank you kindly Colin ~Peace~

[@wildalbalass4867]

Many thanks.

[@Zedoutdoors]

Thank you kindly ~Peace~

[@sierracharlie264]

Gonna sound like a Boy Scout clinking and clanging his way to the jamboree with that frying pan system packed like that!

[@Zedoutdoors]

Be sure to bring some cake and i'll see you at the jamboree ~Peace~

[@sierracharlie264]

@Zedoutdoors you misspelt Coke mate

[@BourneOutside]

Great videos as always Zed, illustrating what David's modular system can do for us folks. I shall be grabbing a few more items from David around Christmas/New Year.

[@Zedoutdoors]

A sincere thank you and awesome to hear you supporting Davis work, will no doubt mean a lot to him. Wishing you all the best for this festive period too my man ~Peace~

[@fionastacey1441]

Can you make them in the "colours of prepping" for quick identification? Orange = fire etc? (Refer to TheUrbanPrepper)

[@Zedoutdoors]

Thats a very good suggestion Fiona, I believe he's not currently offering a varied colour selection simply due to sourcing the right material. However, he's always testing new variations so I will relay your suggestion to him. Sincerely appreciate you watching and for your insight ...btw I also like TheUrbanPreppers channel! ~Peace~

[@garywood702]

There is something to be said for a no no nonsense modular system like this. To the naysayers concerned about weight I'll say this. If one is out enjoying bush crafting sorts of activities then one is typically travelling relatively short distances, but carrying much more weight in cookware/tools than a long distance hiker is going to be carrying. I engage in both of those activities and I can tell you that when I'm heading out to participate in the latter, especially in mountainous terrain, there are many things that are removed from my pack to save weight because it makes no sense whatsoever to be carrying those items up several thousands of feet of elevation. How's the saying go? Ounces on the back equal pounds on the feet over time and distance? Guess I've heard it the other way too with heavy shoes that added ounces on the feet equals pounds on the back. Maybe both hold some truth? But I will say this, even if paring down my weight for a distance hike in the mountains I still find it convenient to use a few light pouches for anything that might be going over an open fire, my toilet kit, and perhaps one for a small possibles pouch to keep track of frequently needed small items. Sure, I could do without the added ounces, but I weigh those ounces against the convenience, tidiness, and preservation of my pack. Each person has to make that decision for themselves. If not for you, that's fine, then don't. But don't seagull David's products simply because their use does not align with your personal beliefs/philosophy about gear weight. And if you're wondering what I mean by seagulling David's stuff? It's a term I've heard associated with someone that flies in, craps all over everything, and then flies off again. Don't be a seagull. ;-)

[@Zedoutdoors]

Sincerely appreciate your insights Gary and indeed topics like the one in this video always bring about a spirited discussion :) ~Peace~

[@jaredwiggins539]

@@Zedoutdoors 4 your buddy's Coyote Helikon Tex Matilda here's bit of a Exterior Load Out I highly recommend going with just 2 try 2 help get him somewhat better prepared/extra ready 4 just about virtually anything & everything sometime in the future! MOLLE Hip Belt Accessory/GP (General Purpose)/Utility 1 (China, Asia) Flyye Industries MOLLE Small Accessories Pouch 5.9"x4.7"x2.3" Coyote Brown or Khaki attached on2 either Right End/Side or Left End/Side 1 (Canada, North America) Shadow Tactical Gear Elite 23033 Small Utility Pouch 6" x 6" x 1" Coyote attached on2 either Right End/Side or Left End/Side Sides Hydration System & Hydration Cleaning / Maintenance System all in 1 Insulated even more as Universally sized as they can possibly/realistically get Canteens Note if/when your buddy in this video wants 2 store Old School Military Styled (WW1 Era/WW2 Era - Cold War Era/Korean War Era/Vietnam War Era) Canteens inside both Commando MOLLE H2O Pouches here's as thorough a list as possible of Non Insulated Old School Military Styled Canteens 2 choose from that'll/which'll actually fit inside of both Commando MOLLE H2O Pouches: 58 Pattern Water Bottle and Mug 1 Litre Capacity & 0.5 Litres Capacity 7.9" x 4.7" x 3.15", 5ive Star Gear 1Qt 3 Piece Canteen 6" Long x 2" Wide x 4" High, BlackHawk! 1 Qt Canteen by Nalgene 8.00" Long x 4.75" Wide x 3.00" High, Fox Outdoor 1 Qt. Canteen 2 Piece 3" High x 8.25" Long x 4.25" Wide, Fox Outdoor 1 Qt. Canteen 3 Piece 8.5" Long x 5" Wide x 2.8" High, MFH 1L US Plastic Canteen 5" Wide x 8" High x 3" Deep/Diameter, MFH US Bottle GEN II 1L 8"x4.7"x2.5”, Mil-Tec 1QT Canteen 6.4"x3.9"x1.5", Mil-Tec US GEN.II Transparent Canteen 8" High x 5" Long x 3" Wide, M-Tac 1L Water Bottle 4"Wide x 7"High, Plastex 1L Finnish Canteen 3" x 5" x 8", Rothco Genuine G.I. 3 Piece 1 Quart Plastic Canteen 5.25" Wide, 8.25" Tall with Cap, SADF 2L Canteen 3.5" x 5" x 10", Swiss M84 Canteen 0.8 Litres Capacity 4" x 9.5" x 3" with Metal Cup 0.45 Ltires Capacity 4" x 3.5" x 3", TAS 1L Defence Force Rectuangular Flask 8" x 3" x 3" & 2" Bottle Mouth Diameter, Wildo Explorer Bottle 1 Litre Capacity 9.25" x 3.94" x 1.97" or Wildo Hiker Bottle 0.7 Litres Capacity 8"x4"! 1 each (Australia, Oceania) Commando MOLLE H2O Pouch 5" x 10" Diameter Fleece Lined Main Compartment/Pocket & 7" x 5" x 2" Front (Accessory/GP (General Purpose)/Utility) Compartment/Pocket Tan €29.95 or £15.85 Note best/better 2 get from www.mitchellsadventure.com!

[@jefflarson4982]

My same Matilda pack I can put an axe between the pouches and the pack and it sits nicely

[@Zedoutdoors]

Oh nice, I really like this pack the more I looked at it ~Peace~

[@collinp72]

Was just on your Store - Couldnt find the Bottle Covers that you had in the video.

[@Zedoutdoors]

Worth messaging David on Instagram as he's responds to all messages there ~Peace~

[@kennethwilson8633]

Nice pack system buy you could use rubber tubs car camping.

[@Zedoutdoors]

Indeed Ken there are many options available ~Peace~

[@misolgit69]

for David could we have a brand for those plastic pegs or are they just generic ?

[@davidfriars]

Hi mate the tent pegs are just ones I got of Amazon they work really well and cheap.

[@misolgit69]

@@davidfriars cheers

[@Zedoutdoors]

I think it's these ones here - www.amazon.co.uk/GDLPZM-Plastic-Durable-Camping-Accessory/dp/B07FL9DNLK/

[@nomadmarauder-dw9re]

get out more

[@mandrewkrouse]

What kind of zipper bags are those??? What brand??

[@Zedoutdoors]

They are made by David Friars who is in the video, link to his website is in the description ~Peace~

[@KneightRiduh]

What is that fire pit in the back? That portable folding one?

[@Zedoutdoors]

Indeed yes, it fits into the Land Rover belonging to David ~Peace~

[@KneightRiduh]

@@Zedoutdoors what's the name of the fire pit do you know or a link to it? Thank you!