Mystery Ranch Hip Monkey - Review

Mystery Ranch Hip Monkey - Review

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Link : http://www.mysteryranch.com/hip-monkey-2

Color : A number of different colors including coyote, gray, camo, etc.

Size :

Volume: 500 cu in (8.2l)

Weight: 13 oz (37 g)

Dimensions: 9.5"x12"x5" (24x30x13cm)

Weight : 13oz

Materials : YKK zippers, duraflex buckles, some sort of nylon.  It’s likely a cordura, possibly 500d.  Either way it’s built tough and the quality is excellent.

Price: $59.00

The Hip Monkey's exterior is deceptively trim, but it can easily swallow an extra layer, phone, water bottle, keys, wallet, thermos, etc. It accommodates up to six folf discs or even a six pack of bottles. The waistbelt is designed for an efficient fit whether on the hips or diagonally over the shoulder.

3 pockets

 key clip

Specially designed waistbelt for carry around the hips or over the shoulder

Compressions Straps

Perfect size for 1-2L of water, snacks/lunch, wallet, cellphone, maybe a small jacket.

Suggestions :

1 Add strap keepers so that once adjusted the left over material doesn’t flap all over the place.

Screwpop - Ron's Utility Knife 2.0 - Review

Up for review today is the Ron's Utility Knife 2.0 by Screwpop.

Link : http://www.screwpoptool.com/utility-knife.html

Price : $6.95

For ultralight backpackers, carrying razor blades instead of knives is fairly common; for myself, I will always carrying a knife but I do like to carry a razor blade in reserve just in case.

I like having a razor for just in case situations.  As a backup if something happens to my knife or for situations where i need a finer edges.

Utility Holder: Stainless Steel w/ Brass Eyelet

Blade: Tool Steel 2 or 4 step blades

Size - 3/16" x 13/16” x 3 1/8”

Weight - 0.8oz (w/ blade)

Blade Catch: Neodymium Magnet

Slimmest and most compact design of its kind on the planet

Uses standard utility blades (2 or 4 notched) and allows up to four controlled depths of cuts.

Strong neodymium magnet serves as a blade stop and catch.

One-handed operation is possible!

Can attach to keyrings, carabiner clips, etc.

Kifaru 500D Pullouts - Preview

Today up for preview are the Kifaru 500D Pullouts!
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Link : https://store.kifaru.net/500d-pullouts-p185.aspx

Colors : Coyote Brown, Foliage Green, Multicam, Highlander camo, mandrake camo, typhoon camo, black, and wolf gray

Materials : 500d Cordura, YKK zippers

Sizes : Small, Medium, Large, Xlarge, and Mega

5 Sizes.

Dimensions :

Small, : 8” x 5"
Medium, : 10” x 6"
Large, : 13.5” x 8"
xLarge, : 15” x 10"
Mega : 19” x 14”

Weight
Small, : 1.1oz
Medium, : 1.7oz
Large, : 2.1oz
xLarge, : 2.8oz
Mega : 4oz
Set of 4 (small - xlarge) : 7.7oz
Set of 5 (small - Mega) : 11.7oz

Prices: Can be purchased individually or in a set of 4 and of 5.

Small, : $12.00
Medium, : $13.00
Large, : $14.00
xLarge, : $15.00
Mega : $17.00
Set of 4 (small - xlarge) : $54.00
Set of 5 (small - Mega) : $71.00

These "grab-and-go" pouches have been quite popular because they let you easily organize permanent caches of gear that can be hung inside your pack, pocket or on a gear room wall. Rugged and incredibly lightweight with a full zipper for complete access.

These are all about organizing your gear.

Fire kit
courage kit
misc kit
rain kit
etc

If you are looking to save some weight, Kifaru offers a rid stop version of this pullouts and they are MUCH lighter in weight.  Check my channel for the video on those

Midnight at Lone Wolf : Military Surplus Overnight Adventure

This is Midnight at Lone Wolf : The Military Surplus Overnight Adventure.  I hope that you all enjoy it and of course, your feedback is appreciated.

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Mystery Ranch Hot 3 Pack - Preview

Today we are discussing the Mystery Ranch Hot 3 Pack which was seen in the Paradise Found Overnight Adventure.

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Link : http://www.mysteryranch.com/hot-3-pack

The Hot 3 is designed specifically for wildland fire crews. We originally worked with the Los Padres Hotshots to build a pack that rides low on the back and distributes weight through the wearer’s hips and core to maintain mobility and balance during the widely varied operations encountered in the fire environment.

When it comes to my perspective of this pack it is from a backpackers point of view. Not from a firefighters. So as we go through this video please keep that in mind.

Colors : Black

Specs :

Built with 500 and 1000 denier Cordura with weatherproof YKK zippers

Volume: 1500 cu in (24.6l)

Weight: 5 lbs 5 oz (2.4 kg)

Dimensions: 14"x10"x6.5" (36cm x 25cm x 17cm)

Frame System: Hotshot Frame

Country Of Manufacture: USA

Cost : $265

Hotshot Yoke for maximum ventilation

M4 Lumbar Wrap for comfort

Built with 500 and 1000 denier Cordura with weatherproof zippers

Internal hydration sleeves

Two smaller side pockets

Adjustable quick release haul loop for miscellaneous items

Large side pockets hold three quart-size bottles

Removable lid can also lock down overloads

Autolock buckles for mounting a fire shelter under the pack

Compatible with bottom and vertical shelter cases

Rear panel pocket with mesh inner pocket for internal organization

Crew patches sewn free of charge

Yoke adjustment system (Futura Adjustment)

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Midnight at Lone Wolf : Military Surplus Overnight Adventure - INTRO

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Outdoor Research Ferrosi Hoody - Review

Today Luke is reviewing the Outdoor Research Ferrosi Hoody.

Link : http://www.outdoorresearch.com/en/catalog/product/view/id/41051/s/mens-ferrosi-hoody-2/category/2158/


Price : $130 but if you look around you can find some good deals.  At the time of filming I’ve seen this jacket as low as $90.

Sizes: small through xxl.

Colors: Black, green, blue, walnut, red.

Water Resistant
Wind Resistant
Breathable
Durable
Quick Drying
Lightweight
Movement-Mirroring Stretch
Fully Adjustable Hood
Single-Separating Front Zipper
Zippered Napoleon Pocket
Two Zippered Hand Pockets
Left-hand Pocket Doubles as Stuff Sack
Key Clip
Drawcord Hem
DWR-Coated Zippers
Fabric: 86% nylon, 14% spandex 90D stretch woven ripstop body and hood // Cordura, 91% nylon, 9% spandex 120D stretch woven shoulders and lower sleeves

2 chest pockets
Avg. Weight (oz./g): 13.3oz for the medium)

Tip : Consider buying a size larger to make sure that it will fit over your other layers such as a down jacket or sweater.

Softshells tested because it provides an excellent level of breathability while still resisting wind and moisture. Weighing a scant 13.3 ounces, you won't have to sacrifice weight with this piece either

This jacket is extremely popular!

Kifaru Ultralight Pullouts Review

Today Luke has his hands on the Kifaru Ultralight Pullouts!

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Link : https://store.kifaru.net/ultralight-pullouts-p22.aspx

Colors : One Color Option

Materials : 500d Cordura, YKK zippers

Sizes : Small, Medium, Large, Xlarge, and Mega

5 Sizes.

Dimensions :
Small, : 8” x 5"
Medium, : 10” x 6"
Large, : 13.5” x 8"
xLarge, : 15” x 10"
Mega : 19” x 14”


Weight
Small, : .6oz
Medium, : 8oz
Large, : .9oz
xLarge, : 1.1oz
Mega : 1.4oz
Set of 4 (small - xlarge) : 3.4oz
Set of 5 (small - Mega) : 4.8oz

Prices: Can be purchased individually or in a set of 4 and of 5.
Small, : $11.00
Medium, : $12.00
Large, : $13.00
xLarge, : $14.00
Mega : $16.00
Set of 4 (small - xlarge) : $45.00
Set of 5 (small - Mega) : $61.00

These "grab-and-go" pouches have been quite popular because they let you easily organize permanent caches of gear that can be hung inside your pack, pocket or on a gear room wall. Rugged and incredibly lightweight with a full zipper for complete access.

These are all about organizing your gear.

Fire kit
cordage kit
misc kit
rain kit
etc

If you are looking for pullouts which are stronger and made from better materials, Kifaru offers a 500d cordura version of this pullouts.  Check my channel for the video on those

Big Agnes Shovelhead Down Jacket - Review

"Hey, Nice Jacket!"  That is what Luke hears all the time when wearing the Big Agnes Shovelhead Down Jacket.  The Review begins now!

Big Agnes Shoveled Down Jacket Review

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Links :

Amazon : http://www.amazon.com/Big-Agnes-Shovelhead-Hooded-Jacket/dp/B00CB17NRE

Big Agnes : https://www.bigagnes.com/Products/Detail/Apparel/menshovelheadhoodedjacketf15

There is a men’s an women’s version

Colors : Black and Gray, Blue and Chestnut and Pumpkin

Sizes: Small to Xlarge

Price : $250

Mid-weight hooded down jackets with a straight cut

700 fill power DownTek™ water repellent down

Insotect Flow™ vertical baffles contour to your body to provide a more comfortable fit and keep you warmer

Flow Gates™ eliminate down shifting to keep uniform insulation coverage

Lightweight nylon rip-stop shell is wind and water resistant

Adjustable drawcord hood closure keeps the weather out

Main zipper includes interior no-draft flap and a zipper garage at chin

Adjustable drawcord at hem seals out wind

Thumb holes make layering easy and eliminate the gap between sleeve and glove

Two zippered hand-warmer pockets with zipper garages

Large interior mesh pockets for extra stash space

Interior chest pocket doubles as a stuff sack

Textured zipper pulls are easy to use with gloves

Fill weight size Large - 6.5oz/ 184g

Jacket weight, size small - 15.9oz/ Basically 1lbs

This jacket is simply awesome!

Extremely warm for the weight.

Not bulky.

Athletic fit.

I can wear this down to roughly 25 degrees without any other layers other than a t-shirt.

I like the color combination and the design of this jacket is aggressive.  Typically with down jackets you have the baffles that go horizontally.  With the vertical baffles you retain more heat and have less cool spots.

This is a pricey jacket but it’s a great jacket.  The downtek needs to be explained a bit as I have seen some rather strange reviews for this online.  Some apparently believe that this jacket is waterproof because of the downtek but that isn’t the case.  It’s water repellant, not waterproof.  This isn’t a rain jacket.  It isn’t made to keep you dry in a wet snow.  In other words it will soak through.  The zipper are not waterproof.

What downtek does is this; it will keep you warm in moist, wet conditions.  Light weight snow.  Fine.  Light sprinkle.  Fine.  Fog, fine.

Rain, no.  Wet snow, no.

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