Saturday, July 30, 2022

Intense Storms - Camping in the Cabin - Heavy Rain and Storms - The Seco...


In this episode of TOGR,
Luke the Lone Wolf (the OG) returns to the Cabin at Lone Wolf Mountain and it's not long before STRONG STORMS are raging.

This is the Second Night in the TOGR Cabin and things have changed a lot since you saw it last. 

Gear List for this Adventure :
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Friday, July 29, 2022

More Than Bushcraft - Bahco Laplander Folding Saw Review - Bushcraft Cam...


Today Luke is reviewing the Bahco Laplander Folding Saw
it's legendary, it has been around for a long time and is a staple tool for many outdoorsmen and outdoorswomen.  

It's a light weight, folding hand saw that’s perfect for chores around the house or for processing firewood while out on a camping trip. 

Bushcraft Ready! 
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Bahco Laplander Saw – Review

Even with the popularity of this saw, I get asked all the time about what it is and my thoughts concerning it.
 
 
Price : $34 is Price on Amazon at the time of filming.  
Weight : 6.8oz
 
Color : Army Green with black blade to prevent rusting
 
Measurements : 7” blade. 9” handle. Roughly 15.5” long 3 1/4 “ diameter grips
 
This is an infamous tool and it is revered because of the excellent performance as well as excellent price.
 
9 inch carbon steel blade with 7 TPI (teeth per inch).

Additional blades can be purchased if need be but they are expensive - $25
 
A general purpose folding saw for cutting both green and dry wood, plastic, bone etc. Specially designed for wild-life enthusiasts, hunting and campers. XT toothing, 7TPI. Blade specially coated for rust protection and low friction. Two-component plastic handle for perfect grip, with leather strap. Safety lock, locked also when folded.
 
The Bahco 9-inch Laplander folding saw has seven teeth per inch and is a general-purpose folding saw for cutting both green and dry wood, plastic, or bone. This saw is specially designed for wildlife enthusiasts, hunters, and campers. The blade is specially coated for rust protection and low friction. The handle is a two-component plastic handle for perfect grip, complete with a leather strap. This saw features a safety lock, which also locks when folded.
 
Review :
 
I purchased this saw back in 2013 and that means that this is a long term review. Almost 10 years of use and I’ll tell you this, this is a fantastic tool! 

Even after all of these years, it continues to be an excellent tool.  Highly efficient, very sharp, very strong, great quality. 
 
Pros :

Legendary quality 

Rubbery Handle offers excellent grip.  The Bahco Laplander’s handle is made of a hard plastic with a rubber over-mold. It’s very grippy, and the palm swell towards the butt of the saw makes it very comfortable to grip.
 
Leather lanyard allows for easy hanging of the tool in your camp.

Blade locks into place - both open and closed

Blade tension can be adjusted - a friend of mine runs his so loose that he can flick it open while pushing in the lock.
 
Teeth are extremely sharp and have stayed sharp after almost 10 years of use.  Cuts on the push and pull

Very versatile tool, I’ve used it around the house, I’ve used it for bushcraft trips, I use it for backpacking and camping adventures. 

Cuts through everything that I have ever wanted to cut through including black locust.  Dry wood, green, etc. 
 
Weight is a huge plus for this tool; namely because it is so light weight.  It’s what I call perfect.  Light enough to throw into your pocket or pack and yet heavy enough to feel solid.  To put weight into perspective, I have simple multitools which weigh much more than this.

Compact 
 
Replaceable blades is a pro but they are expensive and it looks to take a substantial amount of time to receive them if ordered. From what I have seen online, it looks like they come from outside of the country.  
 
With the 7” blade, it is an ideal tool for 4 inch logs and saplings.  You can process larger but you’re really pushing the limits of the blade size.  For anything larger, that’s when I would move to a bow saw.
 
Durability; durability of the teeth isn’t an issue at all and I haven’t babied it.  Handle has held up extremely well.
 
Laplander’s handles are grippy - rubberized and stays in the hand.

Leather lanyard is appreciated and it too has held up well.
 
Cons
To be honest, I don’t have any cons to mention with the tool itself.  It is simply a top notch product that I can’t recommend enough.  The price is good, the value is great, the size is great, its sharp, tough, comfortable to use,
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Monday, July 25, 2022

Before You Buy - Alps Mountaineering Trail Tipi 2 Tent - How To Set Up t...


'Before you Buy' a tent, you need to be aware of the setup process; how easy or how complex it is.  In this episode, Luke is going over every single step involving the Alps Mountaineering Trail Tipi 2.
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Alps Mountaineering Tipi 2P Tent 

What it is : This is a tipi style trekking pole tent from the company known as Alps Mountaineering.  I’m a huge fan of this style of tents, they are a bit uncommon so when I hear that a new one has hit the market, I make sure to check them out.  That’s why we are here today.

Alps Mountaineering is a budget oriented camping gear company; my experiences with the company have been good, not great over the years.  Fair quality, there can be problems from time to time with leaking.


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Saturday, July 23, 2022

A Big Storm Suddenly Hits the Area - Luckily I was Prepared! - Forced to...


In this Storm Adventure Episode, Luke is working when the weather takes a turn for the worst forcing him to set up a quick tarp shelter!

Within minutes thick fog develops, the cloud-level drops, lightning is crashing and heavy rain begins to fall!

Gear List for this Adventure :
After receiving countless messages from viewers about supporting the channel through Amazon, I have begun using Amazon Affiliate links in the Adventure Videos and if you choose to purchase one of these products via these links I will receive a small commission which will help fund future honest reviews and adventures. 

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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.  

Forced to Take Shelter Gear List

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- SIRUI Carbon Fiber Travel 5C Tripod : https://amzn.to/3BEahZX
- Rode VideoMic Pro Plus Mic : https://amzn.to/3iZMqMO
- Sony TOUGH-G SDXC UHS-II 128GB V90 Memory Card : https://amzn.to/3efDS16

- GoPro Batteries : https://amzn.to/3jPJba9
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- Propper Summerweight Tactical Shorts : https://amzn.to/34cp26p
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- North Face Ultra 109 GTX Shoes : https://amzn.to/3hSUEpK
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- Darn Tough Socks : https://amzn.to/3mx20A5
- Old Navy Active T-Shirt
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- Garmin Instinct Solar GPS Watch : https://amzn.to/3GvkPMC

- Permethrin for Clothing and Gear : https://amzn.to/37V3FvQ

- Helikon-Tex SuperTarp : https://amzn.to/3ReIDu8
- Tent Stakes : https://amzn.to/3pK5Mb9

- Helinox Chair One : https://amzn.to/2XuYo8O
- SOTO Stove ST-310M : https://amzn.to/3CMrO2M
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- Soto Field Hopper Mini Popup Table : https://amzn.to/3jgMuIx 
- Toaks 750ML Pot with Bail Handle : https://amzn.to/3ywOpOw
- TOAKS Titanium Long Handle Spoon with Polished Bowl : https://amzn.to/3vcItrL
- MSR Small Cup : https://amzn.to/3f8U4T0

- Granite Gear Zipsack 12L Food Bag : https://amzn.to/3yNYCVH
- Tasmanian Tiger Modular Pouch Kit : https://amzn.to/3grXq4m 
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Thursday, July 21, 2022

I Found the MOST Comfortable Sleeping Pad - Sea to Summit Ether Light XT...


When it comes to comfort, this is the absolute best Sleeping Pad that I have EVER USED!  It's incredible!

But, is it worth you hard-earned money especially when the economy is in shambles? 

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Sea to Summit Ether Light XT Extreme Cold-Weather Insulated Air Mattress

What it is : This is an ultra thick insulated sleeping pad from the company known as Sea to Summit; when it comes to sleeping pads, this is a company that has an equally good reputation to that of Thermarest.


Colors : Black with Orange accents and white text 

Versions : This is the tapered regular size, there is always a tapered large and a rectangular regular and Rectangular large.

Measurements Stored : 9.5” long x 7” wide 

Measurements Inflated : 72” x 21.5” x 4” 

R-Value : 6.2 thanks to the Thermolite Insulation and heat reflective material

Materials : 30D and 40D nylon fabrics 

Weight : 1.7lbs with the storage bag and repair kit

Price : $200

Features
Multi-Function valve 
AirStream Inflation sack 
air sprung cell sleeping pads support your body weight with hundreds of individually air-filled springs.
Antimicrobial treatment to prevent internal mold growth
PillowLock system prevents Sea to Summit Aeros pillows from slipping
Includes a repair kit and 6 adhesive patches and a spare valve insert

My testing with this product : 
I used this product throughout the winter and the coldest that I used it at was around 0F.  At that temp, with an adequate sleeping bag I found this pad to be incredibly comfortable.

Tip : to maximize to the R-value of a sleeping pad, it needs to be fully inflated - this is going to pull all of the materials including the insulation taught, thus getting them closer to your body so you can receive all of the benefits of those materials.  Because of pad is fully inflated, it is going to be firmer.  I’ve heard of people complaining about sleeping pads being cold and not as warm as a company claims and yet it is their fault that the pad wasn’t as warm as it could be.

Review Pros :
Excellent quality product
No issues with warmth at all - Extremely warm sleeping pad - I used this down to 0 but I have heard of others using this down to -20 and still remained toasty warm.
Comfortable?  Without a doubt! This pad is 4” thick and design allows for any way of sleeping that you may want to do.  Back, side or stomach. 
Very stable thanks to the AirSprung Cells 
Baffles on the side of the pad work incredibly well for keeping you on the pad - very smart technology and design
Adjustable valve 
Easy to inflate but does take some time due to the size and thickness of the pad
No issues with slipping 
Very durable - no issue inside of a tent or even outside on the ground 

Review Cons :

Some noise when moving around - I’ve never found this to be a problem with this pad or even with the Thermarest Xtherm but for those who are light sleepers, it is something to take note of. Insulated sleeping pads will tend to be more noisy. This is what most people will complain about when using this pad. 
Somewhat large size but it is a high R value insulated pad so it is justified. This is my biggest issue with this pad - it’s large!
Somewhat heavy 

Summary :

All in all I really like this sleeping pad and for really cold conditions this is certainly my go to pad.  If I was focusing more on going lightweight, I would still have to grab the Thermarest Xtherm though as there is a noticeable difference between the two pads.

Speaking of which, if size and weight is a priority over comfort in addition to a high r-value, I would recommend checking out the Thermarest Xtherm but it is at least $30 more expensive. 

To summarize, I have been very impressed with this Sea to Summit pad; it is pricey but a high r-valve sleeping pad is going to be; many similarly rated pads are more expensive than this one. 
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Monday, July 18, 2022

Heavy Rain Test - Can This Tent Handle This Much Rain? Teton Sports Quic...


In this Test Night episode, the Teton Sports Quick Hiker Tent is facing a lot of rain and I mean it... 

A LOT OF RAIN! 

Will there be problems?  Will the tent leak?

How Bad Will It Be?

Find out now. 
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Teton Sports Vista 2 Quick Tent - Car Camping Tent


Setup Measurements : 82" x 60" x 41"
Weight : 6.3 lbs
Packed Measurements : 33” x 7” x 7”

Materials
The Fly : 75D 190T Taffeta
That is all that is listed but I suspect the floor is made of a polyester material of some sort.

Price : Retail $120

Colors : There is an impressive variety of colors in which this tent is available : 

grey and silver
Brown 
Green 
Yellow

Accessories : Teton has a number of available accessories for the quick hiker series of tents including cots and an elite rain fly which goes to the ground when the tent is being used on a cot.

Available Versions
Quick Tent 1 Person
Quick Tent 2 Person 
And there are sets which feature a quick tent and a cot. 
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Features
- Pops up in an instant and locks into place
- Fits perfectly on two Universal Camp Cots
- Standard rainfly included
- Elite rainfly available for purchase - sold separately
- Lifetime Warranty

The new Vista Quick Tent, by TETON Sports, sets up in an instant. Simply roll it out, lock your poles and pull the drawstring. The locking hub keeps your tent up until you are ready to take it down. These tents are made to use on the ground or fit on top of either the TETON Sports Outfitter XXL Camp Cot (Vista 1) or two TETON Sports Universal Camp Cots (Vista 2) for a camping experience that is out of this world.

Two-way zippers make getting in and venting your tent a breeze. And a gear loft holds a light and small essentials. A standard tent-length rainfly comes with each tent. Look for the Elite Rainfly, sold separately, that covers the tent and cot(s) all the way to the ground. Stay dry, get outdoors and enjoy life.
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Saturday, July 16, 2022

A Storm Turns Violent! - On the Edge of a Massive Thunderstorm - Rain an...


In this Stormy Camping Adventure, Luke is on the edge of a massive violent storm and the lightning....it's incredible!

Get ready, this is a wild ride! 

Gear List for this Adventure :
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Storm Camp Adventure
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- Arcteryx Conveyor Belt : https://amzn.to/3i3CRfb
- Darn Tough Socks : https://amzn.to/3mx20A5
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- 5.11 Rain Jacket : https://amzn.to/3di4ONi
- Outdoor Research Helium II Rain Pants : https://amzn.to/3bKRiS9
- Garmin Instinct Solar GPS Watch : https://amzn.to/3GvkPMC

- Permethrin for Clothing and Gear : https://amzn.to/37V3FvQ

- Australian Alpine KAZ03 BUNDESHEER Rucksack : N\A
- Helikon-Tex SuperTarp : https://amzn.to/3ReIDu8
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- Helikon-Tex Poncho : https://amzn.to/3nZ6z7x

- Nalgene Wide Mouth Bottle : https://amzn.to/34aKhpv
- Klean Kanteen 64oz Stainless Steel Water Container : https://amzn.to/3vrjd09
- SOTO Stove ST-310M : https://amzn.to/3CMrO2M
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- Granite Gear Zipsack 12L Food Bag : https://amzn.to/3yNYCVH
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- Nite Ize Lantern : https://amzn.to/3fCFbHN
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- PETZL ACTIK CORE Rechargeable Headlamp : https://amzn.to/3vYdDWT
- Nitecore HC68 Headlamp : https://amzn.to/3yKyn5K
- ThermoPro TP50 Digital Hygrometer Thermometer : https://amzn.to/3Ii4Q6C

- Bahco Hand Saw : https://amzn.to/3r3D8BO

- Taster’s Choice Hazelnut Instant Coffee : https://amzn.to/3A2ziPZ
- Nescafe Coffee Korean Instant : https://amzn.to/3uqI9XV
- Peak Refuel Chicken Teriyaki Rice : https://amzn.to/3z3MFOQ
- CheongKwanJang HongSamWon Korean Red Ginseng Drink : https://amzn.to/3z2b1Zk

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Wednesday, July 13, 2022

Never Seen One of These Before - US Firefighters Forestry Service and Mi...


Now everyone, this is an interesting sleeping bag!
Made for the US Forestry Service for Firefighters in the 1980's, this is a bag that was based upon a military design which ultimately became known as the Modular Sleep System (MSS).
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U.S. Firefighters Forestry Service Cold Weather Sleeping Bag 

What it is : Manufactured for the U.S. Firefighters Forestry Service by Tennier Industries, this is what we call a tapered style sleeping bag with a mummy hood.  This shape gives you the ability to open it up fully with its wrap around zipper to use as a blanket and allow extra room if needed.   It was designed to keep firefighters warm in a variety of temperatures during field fire operations and is also reversible to yellow for safety visibility.  Tennier uses Clo Values and it is estimated this bag to be about 30 degrees.  The manufacturing of the sleeping bag is to military standards and stitched in a way to prevent the migration of the insulations keeping the bag free of cold spots. This sleeping bag is definitely enough to keep you warm and comfortable on your next adventure and serve you during disasters. 


Temp Rating : 30F comfort - 20F push

Insulation Type : Polyester Synthetic Fill
Nylon Fabric 
YKK zippers 

Colors : Forest Green and Neon Yellow - not olive drab  

Price : $40 - $50

Weight : 4lbs

Shape : Rectangular with Mummy Hood

Manufacturer : Tennier Industries

Made to military specifications, materials and stitching
Unfolds like a blanket for warmer conditions 
Reversible - green or yellow sides 
Made to prevent cold spots
Venting wrap around zipper
Intermediate cold weather
Color: Green / yellow reversible
NSN 8465-01-119-5562

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Military

I’ve mentioned already that this sleeping bag was built to military specifications and it features a NSN numbers; that stands for NATO Stock Number or National Stove Number - is a 13-digit numeric code, identifying all the 'standardized material items of supply' as they have been recognized by all NATO countries.

What’s the military connection? 

Back in the early 80’s, this bag was adopted by the US Forestry Service - in 1981 it was adopted by the US military and was entered into the NSN federal catalog.  

This sleeping bag is from 1980 and if you can locate the military specific version, it obviously doesn’t feature the same colors but the overall design is the same. 

Some sellers will confuse the military version of this bag with the intermediate bag from the MSS; that isn’t correct.  They are different bags. 

TheSportsmansGuide is a good example of this; that site….half of what they state about their products is flat out wrong.  

They are selling this bag from $130 and that’s crazy high for what this bag is. 

Again, this is not the intermediate bag from the MSS, it doesn’t have the snaps needed to connect to the military system. 
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Tuesday, July 12, 2022

This is REALLY IMPRESSIVE! Decathlon Quechua NonStick 4 Person 24 Piece ...


Up for review today is the Decathlon Quechua NonStick Stainless Steel 4 Person 24 Piece Camp Cookset and when it comes to value, there isn't much on the market which can rival what it offers.

This is impressive!

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Decathlon Quechua Non-Stick Stainless Steel 4-Person 24-Piece Camp Cookset

What it is : This is Decathlon's largest cookset that they offer and it is composed of 24 pieces in a 3.5L system. As you are about to see, this is a rather smart system here and the price, is excellent.


Who is Decathlon : In the US, this is a company that isn’t all that well know but outside of the country, it is a major name within the outdoor industry.  In fact, it is the largest sporting goods retailer in the world! 

Decathlon is a French Sporting Good retailer; they have over 1697 stores in 60 countries. 

Versions : Decathlon offers a number of different cook sets; each varying in size greatly and components greatly.  

There is a 2 person 2.1L kit, a 4 person 2.6L kit, a 1.6L 2 person kit, a 1.1L 1 person kit and so on.

Measurement of Kit : 9.1” x 6.5”

Materials
304 stainless steel - doesn’t oxidize and prevents corrosion.

Double aluminum layer base - this diffuses the heat and increases heating efficiency, reducing the amount of gas needed to cook.

Polyamide cutlery 
Polypropylene plates and cuts - BPA Free Plastics
Silicone heat mat

Included
Storage Bag
2.5L Pot
1L Skillet
4 cups
4 bowl plates
4 sets of cutlery (3 pieces each)
Strainer lid 
Rubber heat resistant coaster 

Weight : 3.6lbs

Cost : $60

Review Pros :
This is a very smartly designed kit; the way that it goes together is very clever. 
For what you receive with this kit, the overall size is quite small.
Price is excellent for this kit - I’ve seen plenty of kits that include less that costs more.
High quality - for the money I would expect much less. 
Non-stick pots
Aluminum core pots help with excellent heat distribution 
Cleans up nicely
Sturdy cutlery- 
Durability has been excellent - I’ve had this kit for almost a year and it looks almost brand new - there is some discoloration on the bottom due to heat but that is to be expected.

Aluminum Cores : Just in case you don’t know, cookware can be made in numerous ways, for an example, it can be solid, single layer stainless steel or it can be multi-ply.  Often called encapsulated cookware - 

This is a multi-ply cookset as it features an aluminum center core in the bottom; aluminum is highly conductive and evenly distributes heat.  Much better than stainless steel or copper.

Cons
The rubber hand grips on the size of the 2.5L pot need your attention; be aware of them and make sure to extend them before use - they could melt if you don’t raise them.

Cups are a bit weird in terms of shape and it is awkward to drink from them - you have to turn them a certain way to drink from them or the contents will spill out.

Some of the Colors are weird 

Summary :
In my opinion, this is an awesome kit and for the money I’m more than impressed by it.  It’s well thought out, is self contained and for an overland set, car camping or a set in a cabin, this is perfect.

Funny story, the first time that I used this kit, a friend and I were about to fire up the stove and get dinner going. I grab this kit, start pulling out the components and my buddy says to me, just how much **** is inside of that pot?  Lol  This buddy was in the Marines and his language is colorful….always! Lol He’s a lot of fun to take to parties….watching the expressions of the people he talks to is priceless….most are accustomed to hearing such language. Lol 

It’s not complete in my opinion as you will need a few other utensils to cook with but it’s an excellent start if you are looking for a system like this. 

It’s too heavy to use as far as backpacking goes….or at least, that is the case for myself. 
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Sunday, July 10, 2022

I've Got to Build a Fire To Dry Off - SOAKED - A Miserable Night but a G...


....things get so bad that I have to get up at 4am to build a fire to dry off....

In this overnight adventure, Luke is out with the Alps Mountaineering Tipi 2 tent and moisture and airflow become a HUGE problem! 

Also, during the night I am Surrounded by Coyotes!  :D 

Gear List for this Adventure :
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Moisture Adventure
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Camera Gear
- DJI Mini Drone : https://amzn.to/3pHiffn
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- Garmin Instinct Solar GPS Watch : https://amzn.to/3GvkPMC

- Permethrin for Clothing and Gear : https://amzn.to/37V3FvQ

Gear
- Savotta JÄÄKÄRI XL Backpack : https://tacsale.eu/product/savotta_jaakari
- Alps Mountaineering Tipi 2 Tent : https://amzn.to/3RdokNN
- Komperdell Trekking Poles : https://amzn.to/3uadBc9

- Teton Sports Altos Sleeping Pad : https://amzn.to/3wNbZHZ
- OneTigris Featherlite Quilt : https://amzn.to/3ueM3Do
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- Helikon-Tex SuperTarp : https://amzn.to/3ReIDu8
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- Nalgene Wide Mouth Bottle : https://amzn.to/34aKhpv
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- Toaks 750ML Pot with Bail Handle : https://amzn.to/3ywOpOw
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- MSR Small Cup : https://amzn.to/3f8U4T0

- Granite Gear Zipsack 12L Food Bag : https://amzn.to/3yNYCVH
- Tasmanian Tiger Modular Pouch Kit : https://amzn.to/3grXq4m 
- Tasmanian Tiger Mesh Pouch Kit : https://amzn.to/35qSqXc 

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- ThermoPro TP50 Digital Hygrometer Thermometer : https://amzn.to/3Ii4Q6C

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Thursday, July 7, 2022

Hmmmm..... Be Careful! - Helikon-Tex SuperTarp - First Look and Impressions


In this Episode, Luke is taking a close look at the Helikon-Tex SuperTarp.
There are some issues here and you need to make sure not to overpay for this product if you decide to purchase it.

The Size is great.
Weight is ok.
Quality is questionable...

Let's get started! 
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Helikon-Tex SuperTarp - First Look 

What it is : This is a fairly inexpensive polyester tarp from the company known as Helikon-Tex. 


Size Setup : 10 x 10’ 

Size Packed : 12” x 6.5” x 1.5”

Materials : 100% rip-stop polyester, YKK zippers
The company says that the tarp is plastic coated….I have no idea what that means other than it has been coated with either Polyurethane, silicon, or some sort of DWR. By the way, Helikon-Tex doesn’t state the Denier of the polyester - in other words, there is no way to know just how strong of a tarp this is.

Weight : 1lb 12oz with storage bags

Colors : Black, Olive Green, PL Woodland, US Woodland

Price : Retail $65 - prices are raised on Amazon - some are around $100.  I’m not sure what is happening there - it says that Helikon-Tex is the seller and it is they who are charging more on the site.

Features
19 reinforced Attachment points - check the placement of these 
Taped seams 
Storage bag allows for easy packing even when wet - I want to test that out specifically as storing a wet tarp is always a struggle. 

Two methods of storage included - zippered sleeve and drawstring bag

Side Note : When getting the information together to film this episode, I was at the Helikon-Tex web site and noticed that there are all sorts of spelling mistakes and oddities when it comes to the details concerning this product.  

The site says that the drawstring compressed BAD enclosed with tarp allows to compact it for transport.  

Impressions based on my handling of the tarp so far :

I like the zippered storage bag but I doubt storing the tarp in this is going to be easy and quick after a rain event.

I do like that the zippered pouch has attachment points so you can rig this up on the outside of your pack for quick deployment.

Might not be a Problem : The attachment points do not surround the tarp equally as you have more points on two sides than you do on the other two sides.  This is nonsensical in terms of design and what this is going is making the setup process harder and more time consuming than it needs to be.

You go to setup the tarp, you get it out of the storage bag, unfold and begin setting it up; Because of the design you have to pay extremely close attention to where the tie off points are and make sure to orientate those tie off points in the proper way with the trees in the forest otherwise you could get yourself in a position where you partially set up the tarp and you realize that you don’t have the proper tire points to complete the set up. 

Problem : Small Tie-out loops? Stitching? 

Price : Based on what I see here, the retail price is fair but I wouldn’t pay more than that retail price for a polyester tarp.  For around $100 you can get a much stronger nylon tarp that is also lighter in terms of weight from other companies, AquaQuest is an example with their Guide tarps. 

This has been a first look, make sure to stay tuned to the channel as I test out this product and eventually review it.
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Tuesday, July 5, 2022

Breaking News - Coleman Launches a Premium Line of Tents and They Are EX...


In this episode of Outdoor News, Luke is discussing the brand new PREMIUM line of Coleman products which includes numerous tent models and a stove.

This is pretty wild folks....I'm SHOCKED at how expensive these tents are!
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Coleman Introduces a Premium Line of Tents - Outdoor News 

Recently I was contacted by an individual named Robert and he was asking my opinion about the Coleman Peak1 series of outdoor products; I had to respond honestly in that I wasn’t aware of this series but I would look into it.

— That’s what I did and I was a bit surprised at what I found! —

Before I speak of the surprises and my thoughts on these new products, lets go over the press release that I found online;

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Tents 

Focusing on the tent shelters that the company has released, 

1 Person Backpacking - $230 - 4lbs 12.6oz
2 Person Backpacking - $270 - 6lbs 1oz
3 Person Backpacking - $300 - 7lbs 8.7oz
4 Person Dome - $440 - 12lbs 15.1oz 
6 Person Dome - $550 - 15lbs 8.7oz
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Surprises 

There are a few points which really surprised me while looking over the details concerning these tents and they are as follows;

low waterproof rating - only 2000mm HSHR
large storage size - the company doesn’t state the storage size information but they do have a picture of the tent attached to the outside of a backpack and it looks very large
heavy - Coleman states in their own marketing material that the backpacking tents are ultralight and that isn’t true.
lack of information concerning the materials used - they state that aluminum poles are used but don’t state the main materials - I suspect they are polyester based on the stated weight
price is higher than what I expected considering the available stats - for a polyester material at this weight that’s expensive.
Very few images of the tents on the Coleman site. One picture of the outside of the tent, no pictures of the inner tent.
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Coleman states that the tents have a 2,000mm HSHR which is on the low side.

Coleman also states that the tents are capable of handing 45mph winds.

Footprints are included

Tents look to have a lot of mesh which is an uncommon feature for Coleman tents in general.  Breathability and airflow should be excellent with these shelters.

What Do You Think : 
What do you think of this new line of premium shelters from Coleman?  Do the prices surprise you?  

For me, the prices are a bit shocking especially when you compare to similar shelters; 

The Teton Sports Mountain Ultra 2 is over $100 less expensive.  
The NatureHike Mongar 2 is around $100 less expensive, is 2 pounds lighter and features double the waterproof rating.

Coming Up : 
Coming up in the future I will get in at least one of these tents to see how well it performs and together we will see whether or not these tents are worth the rather high price-tag.
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Saturday, July 2, 2022

It Gets Crazy Fast! - Severe Thunderstorm in the TOGR "Cabin" - The Firs...


In this Violent Storm Adventure, 
Luke is spending the first night in the Lone Wolf Mountain "Cabin!"

Get ready, the incoming storm is STRONG!

Gear List for this Adventure :
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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.  

Rain Adventure Gear List :
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- Sony Alpha 7 IV : https://amzn.to/3vWgMa0
- Sony A7S III : https://amzn.to/3eZM7zb
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- Sigma 100 - 400 Lens : https://amzn.to/3NEONB1
- SIRUI Carbon Fiber Travel 5C Tripod : https://amzn.to/3BEahZX
- Rode VideoMic Pro Plus Mic : https://amzn.to/3iZMqMO
- Sony TOUGH-G SDXC UHS-II 128GB V90 Memory Card : https://amzn.to/3efDS16

- GoPro Batteries : https://amzn.to/3jPJba9
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- POVGear GoPro Stick : https://amzn.to/2VKFeLk

- Propper Summerweight Tactical Shorts : https://amzn.to/34cp26p
- Darn Tough Socks : https://amzn.to/3mx20A5
- La Sportiva Bushido II Shoes : https://amzn.to/3ywFVJ8
- Old Navy Shirt : Oldnavy.com
- Arcteryx Conveyor Belt : https://amzn.to/3i3CRfb
- Oakley Men's Gradient Flak Jacket 03-881 Black Wrap Sunglasses : https://amzn.to/2WcOGYm
- Garmin Instinct Solar GPS Watch : https://amzn.to/3GvkPMC
- Kershaw Cryo II Folding Knife : https://amzn.to/2Sej6aD
- Samsung S22 Phone : https://amzn.to/3wqzbLS

- Insulated Coffee Cup : https://amzn.to/337pJBl
- NatureHike Table : https://amzn.to/3I1Y4Sh
- Coldcreek Outfitters Outdoor Washing Table : https://amzn.to/3bIJtzf
- Dometic Fridge/Freezer :  https://amzn.to/3a2axZA
- Bluetti Power Station MAX : https://amzn.to/3R2jjY4
- Honeywell HT-900 TurboForce Air Fan : 
- Gas One GS-3900P Dual Fuel Stove : https://amzn.to/3z33s24
- Butane Fuel : https://amzn.to/3oTpWyw

- Toilet Bucket : https://amzn.to/3wIgnoT
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- Smart Bottle 5 Gallon Collapsible Water Bag : https://amzn.to/2XaL2yS

- Teton Sports Altos Sleeping Pad : https://amzn.to/3wNbZHZ
- OneTigris Featherlite Quilt : https://amzn.to/3ueM3Do
- Teton Sports Pillow : https://amzn.to/3vnigH6

- Fresh Roasted Guatemalan Coffee : https://amzn.to/3y4njic

- OneTigris Folding Chair : https://amzn.to/3yr40Po

- Old Military Backpack : N/A

- PETZL ACTIK CORE Rechargeable Headlamp : https://amzn.to/3vYdDWT

- Nite Ize Lantern : https://amzn.to/3fCFbHN
- USB Qooltek 60LED 7W Light Strips : https://amzn.to/34awT4J
 
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