Friday, April 30, 2021

2 Days Backpacking in the Remote Desert - Off Trail Overnight Camping Ad...


In this 2 day desert adventure, The Outdoor Gear Review is off trail in the New Mexico Badlands going where others don't!

The environment is beautiful but also brutal and while the temps aren't all that high the heat coming from the desert floor is insane!

Get ready to see landscapes which can only be described as otherworldly!

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(Luke) Kuhl Sun Blade Hat :

(Susie) Outdoor Research : https://amzn.to/3u99lYk

Propper Summerweight Tactical Shorts : https://amzn.to/34cp26p

(Luke) Columbia Tamiami Shirt : https://amzn.to/3oEprbo

MSR Pocket Rocket Stove : https://amzn.to/3vbYCh1

Toaks 750Ml Pot with Bail Handle : https://amzn.to/3ywOpOw

MSR Small Cup : https://amzn.to/3f8U4T0

Toaks Long handle Spoons : https://amzn.to/3vcItrL

Mountain Hardware Stretchdown Pullover :

Eddie Bauer Women’s Departure 2.0 : https://amzn.to/3fFDGZg

Eddie Bauer Trail Tight Capris : https://amzn.to/3oBxndx

(Luke) Zpacks Arc Blast Pack :

(Susie) Hanchor Marble Pack
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Thursday, April 29, 2021

Opening Stuff You Sent In - Getting Caught Up Part 1 - Viewer Mail #86


The generosity of our viewers continues to blow us away; thank you all for the kindness which you have blessed us with.
 
This is Viewer Mail Episode #86!
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Wednesday, April 28, 2021

Simple DIY Truck Tarp Setup - Overlanding and Truck Camping


Today Luke is going over a DIY Truck Tarp Setup that is easy and simple to do. It protects from sun and rain and is perfect for overlanding and truck camping.
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Aqua Quest Safari Tarp 20' by 13' : https://aquaquestwaterproof.com/products/safari-tarp

Green Elephant Telescoping Tarp Poles : https://www.amazon.com/Green-Elephant-Telescoping-Tarp-Poles/dp/B072K1B91Q

DANCHEL OUTDOOR Forged Steel Inflexible Heavy Duty 16inch Tent Stakes : https://www.amazon.com/DANCHEL-Forged-Stakes-16Inch-Rust-Free/dp/B07H1TK7YB

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Monday, April 26, 2021

Any Issues? NatureHike Mongar 2 Person Budget Friendly Tent - Before You...


Today Luke is setting up the NatureHike Mongar 2 Person Tent and as you know, the Setup process is very important when it comes to the purchasing of a shelter;

how easy or how complex will it be?

Find out now!

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NatureHike Mongar 2 Person Tent

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Friday, April 23, 2021

Toyota Tundra Truck Off-Grid Camping Across the Country - New Mexico Roa...


This episode marks the beginning of Susie and I's Epic 2021 Road Trip to the New Mexico and Utah Desert.
 
In Part 1 we drive across the country in our 2011 Tundra and camp in a variety of places along the way.

Part 2 will be our backpacking adventure in the Badlands of New Mexico; No Trails, No People, just Susie and I in a beautiful but brutal landscape.

In Part 3 Susie and I head to Utah to explore the Valley of the Gods and camp on the edge of a cliff...

Part 4 is the final part to our adventure and is our drive home while camping on Rt 66 and more.

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Wednesday, April 21, 2021

Toyota Tundra Mods - Exhaust + Tarp + Seat Delete


Luke is getting ready for a Desert Adventure in some very remote areas and has been busy working on his overland setup.

Additions, Mods and Alterations include; - new exhaust - tarp setup - seat delete and more!

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Monday, April 19, 2021

Stronger and Less Expensive - The OneTigris Foldable Chair Returns - Mul...


Luke is back with the Newest Versions of the OneTigris Folding Chair and this time, there are multiple versions;

Multicam and Coyote Brown!

These chairs are less expensive, stronger and are some of the most asked about products that his viewers have seen him using and he's here to go over the pros and the cons in this Agenda Free Review.
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OneTigris Foldable Chair Returns

Agenda Free Link : https://www.onetigris.com/portable-camping-chair.html

Versions : 2 available - one Multicam and one Coyote

Price : Multicam : $60 Coyote : $50
Weight : Multicam : 2lbs 8.3oz Coyote : 2lbs 9.6oz

Materials : Multicam : MultiCam® 500D Cordura Nylon Coyote : 600D Polyester Fabric

Frame : 7075 Aluminum Alloy Frame Setup

Weight Limit : 330lbs / 150kg

Dimensions : Setup : 25.6” Tall x 19.7” Deep and 22.4” wide Folded : 15.7” long x 3.9” x 3.9”

Side pockets : - Larger Carry Bag that can attach to the bottom of the chair 2 utility loops 5” x 5.5” hook and loop 
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Review Pros

- Larger storage bag
- Higher weight limit thanks to the double barrel aluminum frame
- Color Options
- Lower price
- 2 utility loops for hanging gear ........ Review Pros :

Excellent quality chair Easy to setup
Easy to break down
Comfortable
I like that OneTigris is offering color options; camo and Coyote, both i like
Works well inside of a truck when overlanding, inside of a hot tent or around a camp fire
Excellent weight limit
Good height for average height individuals
Larger storage bag; easier to get chair in and out of
Price is excellent; lower than many comparable products
 
Review Cons :

For these chairs, I have only one real con to speak of and that is smell; There is a very strong chemical smell to these...while it has dissipated some it is still present.

Ultimately though, with the new chairs, there isn’t much to complain about; the quality continues to be excellent, the improvements they made are excellent.

There are less expensive chairs on the market but most don’t offer you the same weight limits or color options.

Folding Table :

Some of you may be wondering about the OneTigris Folding table and I was wondering if the company had plans to bring out a new version so I reached out to them to see if I could get some information....and I did.

At the time of filming this video, there won’t be a new folding table any time soon. There is a possibility for a new folding table but and here’s the but, there is no guarantee that it is going to come to the market; it depends on how well the chairs sell.

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Friday, April 16, 2021

This is Why You Should Stay Away from Cheap Tents - $35 Stansport Appala...


A big rain event is approaching and Luke the Lone Wolf is out to weather the storm in the $35 Stansport Appalachian Dome Tent.

I'll be frank, the makers of this tent should be prosecuted for scamming their customers as this is the biggest piece of crap on the market and their claims of keeping the weather out are flat out lies.

Get ready for the worst leaking that you have ever seen!

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Wednesday, April 14, 2021

This Military Pack is Incredible - Granite Gear Chief Patrol Pack


Forget about the FILBE and the ILBE military packs as this pack from Granite Gear is substantially better.

This is the Granite Gear 90L Chief Patrol Pack and it is one of the best military rucksacks out on the market today.

Awesome Features and Price....for now. 
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Granite Gear Chief Patrol Pack :

Where to Find Them : Likely best source is eBay

Price : Retail was around $650, I purchased mine from eBay for $130 plus shipping. Most for sale on eBay for around $220 but it can be found higher and also lower

Availability : Limited but there is a good handful of packs still for sale on eBay

Weight : right at 7lbs

Adaptable Torso : The CHIEF framesheet has fine adjustment settings spaced in one inch increments to further fine-tune your fit. Regular Torso Fits 16" to 22" The bottom hole is 16" torso, the top hole is 22" torso.

Materials : NIR SOLUTION-DYED FABRIC – Both the base fabric (500d), and webbing (1000d) consist of solution-dyed nylon (SDN) CORDURA® fabrics that provide maximum Near Infra-red (NIR) signature reduction concealment properties.

Zippers : IDEAL® Zipper: The TAC Zipper is the only abrasion resistant coil zipper available! Ideal has committed themselves to developing technologically advanced zippers for the military/tactical market.

Buckles : ITW Fastex / Nexus

Camo and Colors : Coyote Brown, Black and ACU Camo

Capacity : 90L / 5500 Cubic Inches

Weight Limit : Designed to carry 100lbs

Why is it called CHIEF? That’s the name of the suspension system : COMPOSITE HYBRID INTERCHANGEABLE ERGONOMIC FRAMESHEET

Features

CHIEF FRAMESHEET – A 3-D molded framesheet fits the contours of the back, and flexes with the body while maintaining exceptional support. PIVOT POINT HARDWARE - Comfort is achieved with pivoting anchor points for shoulder straps and belts that also help maximize body movement. Torso length and shoulder harness width are adjustable for a custom fit.

BODY ARMOR COMPATIBLE HARNESS - The harness is customizable to fit over body armor. Extra shoulder strap padding is removable, and a lumbar pad is added for better load transfer.

First, the bite valve is ready to sip, without moving your hands from mission critical tasks. Second, gravity feed is maximized, for a better flow rate. And finally, by avoiding the top of the pack, communications system wiring and antenna routing are cleaner.

Dual 100oz Side Hydration Pockets

The Chief packs come standard with dual (right and left) hydration side pockets each capable of holding a 100 oz. bladder. These convenient pockets allow you to fill your water without removing them from your pack. High output ports are included.• ACCESS PANEL – Two vertical zippers open the front of the pack and allow for rapid load / unload of inner contents.

RADIO POCKET - Fits the 117 radio, and straps below carry 2 spare batteries close to the frame. Antenna/Communications ports are accessible through the lid.

Suspension system is adjustable and can be altered to fit Short, Average and Long torso lengths.

B-TOGS Strap Wraps are a convenient way to adjust and fix the extra length of webbing on a pack’s adjustable straps. B-TOGS are silent and do not stick to clothing like Velcro strap wraps. They are removable and field replaceable. The bungee allows you to make length adjustments without undoing the tog.

CRISSCROSS STRAP CLOSURE -Under the lid, but on top of the spindrift collar, straps cross from front to back, and from side to side, securing the load, and providing for extra lashing options. The side to side strap can neatly secure the side lift handles under the lid for extra snag-proof security. The side to side strap

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Monday, April 12, 2021

Before You Buy - Decathlon Forclaz Quick Hiker 2 Fresh & Black Tent Setup


Last week I shared my initial thoughts of the Decathlon Forclaz Quick Hiker 2 Fresh & Black Tent and today I'm sharing how to setup this tent which is vital information that you need before making a tent purchase.

Warning, Do Not Buy This Tent!

The setup process is incredibly hard and there are some people who will not be able to setup this tent.

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A Night in the Lone Wolf Mountain Cabin - Rain and Cast Iron Stove


In this adventure Luke is forced by bad weather to return to the old shed at Lone Wolf Mountain.....it is going to rain and it's going to rain a lot!

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I'm going to do my best to put gear lists into all of my videos since everyone is asking for them all the time.

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Gear List :

Fjällräven Vidda Pro Ventilated Pants : https://amzn.to/3ytuwYw

OneTigris Folding Chair (Coyote) : https://amzn.to/3yr40Po

Kershaw Cryo II Folding Knife : https://amzn.to/2Sej6aD

Toaks 750ML Pot with Bail Handle : https://amzn.to/3ywOpOw

SCARPA Men's Kailash Trek GTX Hiking Boot : https://amzn.to/342zFcd

Aqua Quest Guide Tarp 10x10’ : https://amzn.to/342ZiJY

Klymit Static V Sleeping Pad : https://amzn.to/2SioIjP

Swiss M71 Stove : https://amzn.to/3fAjxnr

Boundless Voyage Titanium 600ml Cookset : https://amzn.to/3hHmHZd

Nite Ize Lantern : https://amzn.to/3fCFbHN

TOAKS Titanium Long Handle Spoon with Polished Bowl : https://amzn.to/3vcItrL

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Tuesday, April 6, 2021

Forget Kifaru and Mystery Ranch - Savotta Keikka Duffel Bags - Real Review


Forget Kifaru and Mystery Ranch Duffles, in this Agenda Free Review, Luke is reviewing the Savotta Keikka Duffel Bags which come in three sizes, a 30L, a 50L, and a 80L.

These are some of the highest quality of tactical bags on the market today and have features which others don't!

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Savotta Keikka Duffel Bags - 30L 50L 80L Agenda Free Links :
50L - 3050 Cu In - 3.1lbs - 14” x 10” x 22” 
80L - 4880 Cu In - 4.1lbs - 14” x 12” x 32”

Colors : Black and Green

Materials : Main Material - 1000D Cordura Webbing - 100% Continuous Piece Polyester Hardware - Welded Steel Padding - Closed-Cell Foam Pads

Warranty : 5 Years

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My Personal Use and Pros :

Since I got my license in high school, I’m been car camping, truck camping and overlanding all over the country and I’ve yet to find a organization system which really worked well for me....until now.

These Savotta Duffles are perfect for my truck camping needs and that is how I have been primarily been using them. While I have used the smallest bag as a range bag, my main use case has been in my truck as a way to organize my gear while traveling and camping. Review Pros :

This will shock you, but price is a pro; compared to other military grade, tactical duffles, these are either equal in price or less expensive. Kifaru has duffle bags which I haven’t gone hands on with and they are substantially more expensive than these with lower strength materials. Very Versatile in terms of use. Versatile carry options. Incredible quality. High End construction.

Highest levels of strength. - Speaking of which, Savotta has a video of these duffles holding 440lbs without the materials or the buckles breaking.

Awesome looking products. Padded support. Plenty of pockets and organization options. Flat sides make stacking very easy. When not in use, them nestle inside of each other and can take up very little space.

Review Cons :

There is no way to spin it, these duffle bags are expensive but with that being said, you are getting the best of the best materials, the strongest and more robust of packs. Yes you can purchase much less expensive duffle bags but the quality is going to be much, much different. The materials are going to different; for an example, most inexpensive bags, packs and duffles are made from polyester where as higher end products will be made from a high quality nylon such as Cordura.

Mystery Ranch offers duffle bags which are also made of Cordura and they are virtually the same prices; they are completely different products. While the mystery ranch are nice, when you go hands on with these and those, it is night and day. The reason I can say this is because I have gone hands on the with 55L Mystery Ranch and it is a much more civilian product. It looks and feels like something you are going to put your tennis shoes in. The Savotta pack feels like you should be putting a few packages of c4 in it.

Backpack Harness is an expensive addon which has to be purchased separately ($42). For the cost of these bags, I would like to see the harness being included. Summary :

Because of the price of these bags, these aren’t obviously for everyone but when you need a highly versatile duffle bag that is of a higher quality and stronger than all the rest, this is what you need to be looking.

Savotta has a very good reputation for a reason as they are a company who produce high end, military level gear;

Buy once, cry once and the product lasts forever! That’s what you get and that is my experiences with Savotta gear.
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Major Problems - Decathlon Forclaz QuickHiker II Fresh & Black First Look


Warning, Do Not Buy This Tent! This is the first look at the Decathlon Forclaz QuickHiker II Fresh & Black tent and it has some MAJOR problems.

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Decathlon Forclaz QuickHiker Fresh & Black, Waterproof Backpacking Tent, 2 Person

Agenda Free Link : https://www.decathlon.com/products/backpacking-tent-2-person-fresh-black-quick-hiker?variant=30130884411454

Price : $150

Weight : 7lbs 7oz / 3.4kg

Fresh and Black :
Fresh & Black patented exterior fabric: 99% darkness even in broad daylight. Talking about this feature for a moment, it took me a while to figure out what this tent is called that as it isn’t clearly stated on the web site. There is one quick mention of it and that’s it. Decathlon may want to explain this a bit more since it is in the name of the product. Main fabric : 100% 75D Polyester cationic
Pole : 100% Aluminum 7001 poles; Ø 8.5 mm
Carry bag : 100% Polyester cationic
Tent pegs/stakes: Length 6.7"; Anodized 7075 aluminum

Sizes :
Pack Size : 15.7" * 7.5" * 6.7"

Tent Measurements :
Total height of the tent: 46.1". Dimensions of the bedroom: length 82.7" * width 47.2" * height 42.5"


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3 Available Setups :

This tent offers 3 available setups with the primary being a fly first design. Meaning the body and the fly are connected so when you pitch the tent, the fly is on top and it protects the body from the elements. You can set this u[p in the rain.

Complete tent : Complete protection from weather and bugs

Flysheet only : shelter mode; protection from weather and rain but not bugs

Body Only : Dry climates - Bug protection only.
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Weather Proofing : This is an area that most tent manufacturers don’t discuss but Decathlon does. Waterproofing :

This tent has been tested in the laboratory (tent mounted under 200 liters/sqm/hour for 4 hours, the equivalent of a tropical rain storm), as well as in field test missions.

Wind-resistance :

Wind tunnel tested on a rotating platform where they can expose each side of the tent to the wind. To test its wind-resistance, the tent must be properly pitched, taut but not stretched, with all the guy ropes in position around the tent. It should remain habitable at wind speeds of 45 mph, measured near ground level.
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Thursday, April 1, 2021

Over the Fire Cooking and Bushcrafting - Woman Alone in the Mountains


Susie is alone for a Wild Camp Adventure and this time she is cooking over a fire while practicing some bushcraft skills.

Enjoy the trip and Strength and Honor.
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