What's in the Box??? - Viewer Mail - Unboxing 26

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What's in the Box????????

Today we're looking at some viewer mail that was sent in to The Outdoor Gear Review.  As always we are honored and thankful!

Spring Storms - (Surprise!!!!) Overnight Adventure

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Surprise!!!!!  This is an unannounced Overnight Adventure!  Kick back, grab some coffee and enjoy!  Have a wonderful weekend.

In-Depth Look at MOOSE! My 1986 Chevy M1008 CUCV

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You all have asked to see more of Moose which is my 1986 Military M1008 CUCV (D30) truck. Lots of information about my truck, the history behind them and what we will be doing with it coming up soon.

Klymit Pillow X Recon – Review

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Today Luke is reviewing the Klymit Pillow X Recon.

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Link : https://www.klymit.com/pillow-x-recon.html

Price : $25

Weight : 2.25oz

Color : Coyote Brown

Ultralight and exceptionally comfortable, the Pillow X Recon weighs just 2.25 ounces and packs to the size of a lighter. The advanced, self-centering X design positions and cradles your head for supportive, stable comfort and an efficient night’s sleep. Colored for tactical and military applications, the durable 75D polyester at the top and bottom resists abrasion, punctures, and elevates softness. Easy to inflate, this highly packable pillow delivers mission critical nighttime performance.

Dimensions             15" x 11" x 4" / 38.1 cm x 27.9 cm x 10.2 cm
Pack Size                  4.5" x 2.5" x 1" / 11.43 cm x 6.35 cm x 2.54 cm
Inflation  1-2 Breaths
Fabric      75D Polyester
Warranty                  Limited Lifetim

Review :

First and foremost condition of necessity: it stays inflated all night. I have had so many air products not stay inflated. This one did perfectly. Didn't lose any air.

Second: it is tiny. Absolutely tiny. And weighs nothing. Yet the pillow itself is not that small. It inflates to a decent size.

Because of the design of it, it really does cradle your head well. It's actually, believe it or not, comfortable. Specifically if you can keep on your back. I move around so this posed another condition:

The pillow was actually comfortable on my sides also. I could kind of tuck it under my shoulder and neck and it stabilized me this way too.

This does like to slip around but there is an easy fix for this.  Take some seam sealer and add some lines and dots.  No more slipping.

If you would like for me to shoot a video on this, let me know.

Light weight, comfortable.

Easy to inflate

Easy to deflate.  The x pattern can lock in air but with some practice you will figure out how to get all of the air out easily.

The feel of the pad against your face isn’t soft nor that comfortable.  That is when I place a shirt over it; problem solved.

Cradles the head.

What's in the Box??? - Viewer Mail - Unboxing 25

What's in the Box????????

Today we're looking at some viewer mail that was sent in to The Outdoor Gear Review.  As always we are honored and thankful!

Black Diamond Big Wall Hooped Bivy – Preview

Today Luke is previewing the Black Diamond Big Wall Hooped Bivy.

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Link : http://blackdiamondequipment.com/en/tents-and-bivys/big-wall-hooped-bivy-BD810209_cfg.html



Price : $270

Colors : Black Diamond Yellow

Size : Long and regular

Big-wall-specific design incorporates a strong waterproof tie-in point.

Sewn-in flexible wirecircle airspace

Dual sided zipper and mesh covered opening

RF welded tie-in point for secure anchoring

ToddTex single-wall fabric

Taped seams

TECH SPECS

Season: 4

Average Packed Weight: [Long] 870 g, (1 lb 14 oz)

Minimum Weight: [Long] 740 g (1 lb 10 oz)

Dimensions: [Long] 251 x 89 cm (99 x 35 in)

Area: [Long] 2.2 m² (24 sq ft)

Packed Size: [Long] 15 x 33 cm (6 x 13 in)

Throwback Thursday! Out on Foot - Overnight Adventure

It's Throwback Thursday where a great backpacking trip from the past is shared just in case you haven't seen it.  This was one of my favorite trips out on the AT which includes a shelter deep into the wood for just myself to enjoy and an up-close and personal bear encounter.

If you haven't seen this Adventure I think that you will like it a lot.

Also, this video is important because it will tie in with an future overnight trip.

MOOSE! - My 1986 Chevy M1008 CUCV (D30)

Today Luke is showing off the truck that he bought and might even drop a hint as for what it means for the channel....

It's a 1986 Military M1008 CUCV (D30)

MOOSE! - My 1986 Chevy M1008 CUCV (D30)

Today Luke is showing off the truck that he bought and might even drop a hint as for what it means for the channel....

It's a 1986 Military M1008 CUCV (D30)

MSR Titan Titanium Cup - Review

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Today Luke is reviewing the MSR Titan Titanium Cup.

Link : https://www.msrgear.com/cookware/titan-cup

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The Titan cup is built to nest inside the Titan Kettle to create a deluxe solo set. Streamlined design features a folding wire handle so it’s easy to carry and pack.

Ultralight: Weighs just 1.9 oz. (54 g).

Compact: Nests inside Titan Kettle.

Versatile: Eat/drink cup for beverages or soups.

Made in Thailand

Product Specs

Color No

Weight (Standard) 1.9oz

Weight (Metric) 0.05 kg

Volume (Metric) 0.4 liters

Volume (Standard) 13.5 cu. in

Country of Origin Made in Thailand

What's in the Box??? - Viewer Mail - Unboxing 23 and 24

What's in the Box????????

Today we're looking at some viewer mail that was sent in to The Outdoor Gear Review.  As always we are honored and thankful!

Battlbox Mission 26 : The Box That We HATE

Battlbox Mission 26 : The Box That We HATE

Susan and I know how much you love seeing these unboxings so here is another one!  This is the Battlbox Mission 26 Box; the unboxing and discussion begins now of the box we absolutely hated!

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Link : https://battlbox.com

Mountain House Spicy Southwest Breakfast Hash - Camper's Cafe

Welcome to the first episode of Camper's Cafe where Luke and Susan review the latest and greatest in backpacking/camping meals.

We start off with a meal from Mountain House; Spicy Southwest Breakfast Hash.

Thank you for joining us for this review!

Katabatic Gear Alsek 22F Quilt - Review

Today Luke is reviewing the Katabatic Gear Alsek 22F Quilt.

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Link : https://katabaticgear.com/shop/alsek-sleeping-bag/

Price : $480 - $555 depending on the options that you select.

Overfill Available: For more information or to order overfill click here.

Made in Colorado – We take pride in a quality product made in the USA.

Free Shipping in the United States

Silnylon Stuff Sack

Organic Cotton Storage Sack

2mm Cords for attaching to your pad (comes with extra cord)


Review :

Pros

Highest degree of quality
Responsibly Sourced Goose Down
Can get with 850 Fill Power Water-Resistant Goose Down
Pertex Quantum Ripstop .85oz/yd

We use this ultralight Pertex Quantum as the shell fabric on our sleeping bags. Pertex Quantum fabric is down proof, very breathable, and features the best DWR treatment we have seen. This fabric’s low weight and high thread count give it a soft hand that allows our premium down to loft better than a heavier, stiffer fabric would. You get the best of both worlds: reduced weight and increased loft and warmth. While this advanced material is very strong for its weight, care should be taken to protect it from abrasion and tears.

Very light weight

Quilt Style Sleeping Bag

The idea behind a quilt style sleeping bag is to eliminate the insulation that is on the bottom of a conventional sleeping bag. With a conventional sleeping bag, any insulation under your body is crushed. Since insulation must have loft and trap air to be effective, the crushed insulation under your body is wasted.

Warm
Comfortable
Top of the line materials
MADE IN THE USA

Cons

Expensive

Takes time to receive order as each is made to order.

Limited availability due to materials.  You may go to their web site and certainly models can’t be made or certain options won’t be available.

Nor'easter at 6,000FT - Overnight Adventure

A major winter storm develops and...

The temperature drops...
Snow begins to fall...
The Lone Wolf Heads Out!

This is Luke's latest Overnight Adventure; Nor'easter at 6,000FT!

What's in the Box??? - Viewer Mail - Unboxing 22

What's in the Box????????

Today we're looking at some viewer mail that was sent in to The Outdoor Gear Review.  As always we are honored and thankful!

MSR PocketRocket 2 - Review

Today Luke is reviewing the MSR PocketRocket 2 canister stove.

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MSR Link : https://www.msrgear.com/pocketrocket-2

Ultralight: Weighs just 73 g (2.6 oz.)

Fast: Boils 1 liter of water in just 3.5 minutes.

Compact: Folding pot supports pack exceptionally small, fitting into an MSR Titan or Insulated Mug.

Strong: Robust pot supports offer excellent stability.

Wind-Resistant: WindClip™ wind protection and focused burner pushes a persistent, solid flame.

Includes: Ultralight, hard-shell carry case.