Monday, November 28, 2022

NatureHike Needs to Fix This Tent! - NatureHike Bear UL2 Summer Camping ...


I wanted to like this tent but it has so many problems....

Early this year I did a preview of this tent and along with it, I took it out on countless adventures and finally, my testing is done.

I’m ready to share my thoughts on this shelter; what I like and what I DISLIKE - that way you can take that information and make a good solid purchasing decision.

This tent is known by two different names ; the Summer Camping Tent and the Bear UL2 Camping tent. 

As you are about to see if you haven’t seen already, it’s unique in many ways. 
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Materials
Tent fly: 20D single silicon nylon rip-stop 
Inner tent: 20D nylon check cloth, B3 breathable mesh polyester.
Poles: 700D Aluminum
Aluminum Stakes 

Waterproof Rating :
Tent fly : Pu3000mm
Inner tent : Pu3000mm

Weight : 4.6lbs

Measurements Stored : 20” x 6”
Measurements Setup : 88.5” x 56.7” x 41.3”

Features
Two person 
3 season tent
It has two main poles and a 3 smaller pole
Single wall tent 
Internal fly -
Two vents 
Large mesh doors 
Groundsheet included 

Colors : Blue and Green 

What’s included : Storage bag, Tent, 3 poles, groundsheet, 8 stakes, 4 guy lines

Price : $169 from Walmart - $138 from AliExpress at the time of filming but there was a substantial shipping fee. 
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Saturday, November 26, 2022

Thunder and Lightning - Utilizing a Massive Rock for a Day Camp in Heavy...


As Luke the Lone Wolf explores a remote mountain top, he is alerted to the presence of something walking in the woods behind him.  He runs towards the sound only to find nothing.....

Shortly afterwards, a strong thunderstorms floods the area and Luke uses a massive rock for cover.

Then as he's once again hiking the now flooded trails, whatever it was is following him again....

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Wednesday, November 23, 2022

Few Military Packs are this Good! - Savotta JÄÄKÄRI XL Backpack Revie...


Over the years I have taken my time reviewing the Jaakari backpacks from Savotta and I have saved the largest for now.  

This is the Jaakari Xl and it features what is now a rarity, an external frame that was designed for heavy and cumbersome loads.

Find out what makes this one of the best military / tactical packs ever made.
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Hardcore Rucksack - SAVOTTA JÄÄKÄRI XL BACKPACK

Price : $450 from TacSale - that is the best price that I have found for this pack and they ship to the USA without any issues. 
 
Capacity : 70L base but can expand to 100L with the roll top

Measurements : 31” x 12.5” x 9” (H x W x D)

Materials :
1000D Cordura (100% polyamide) with a polyurethane coating 
Webbing: 100% polyester
Frame: aluminum

Weight : 8.5lbs

Colors : Green and m05 Camo

Review :
Exceptional construction
Top of the line materials and components 
These packs can take a literal beating and they last forever.  Savotta has videos of them doing all sorts of torture tests on their packs and they take it all with ease.
Adjustable harness system which is rare in military style packs
Very comfortable - the belt hugs the waist perfectly and takes the load off of the shoulders.  The harness system is also very comfortable
This pack is designed to carry heavy loadouts and it does that very, very well.  The heaviest I that I have packed this is 52lbs and it is surprisingly comfortable.
Stable when wearing the pack even with heavy loadouts; the weight is very well controlled and doesn’t swing around crazily. 
Easy to adjust waist belt - pull forward to tighten
Enough pockets for organizing gear
Tons of straps and external loops for attaching gear     
Huge sleeping bag compartment 
Frame does an amazing job of preventing your loadout from sagging
Exceptionally adaptable thanks to all of the PALS webbing and straps 
Ventilation is very good
BadA$$ looking backpack

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Tuesday, November 22, 2022

The Most Expensive Military Tent in the World - LiteFighter Dragoon Tent...


This is the most expensive military shelter ever made and I Got One in to Review!

This is the next generation of military shelter designed for all season use including expeditions.
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Dragoon Tent :

I recently released a news episode concerning this tent - it is the most expensive military tent in the world.  After releasing that video, I heard from the company, and here I am with a review unit.

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The opinions in this episode are my own


Capacity : 8 Person

Doors: 8

Season : Freestanding 4

DIMENSIONS : 77” tall, 157.5” long and wide

Packed : 30 x 17 x 16

Weight : 57lbs with the storage case 

Price : $4,300

Materials
Tent body is constructed of 70D Ripstop Nylon with 5,000mm+ waterproof urethane coating and DWR finish. 

Vents are made of 40D Nylon No-See-Um Mesh. 

Floor, Reinforcement Points and Sleeves are constructed of 210D Oxford Nylon with 5,000mm+ waterproof urethane coating and DWR finish. 

Aluminum Press fit w/ All-Weather Shock Cord

The Company Claims : 

The Dragoon is an all-season expeditionary tent built to endure nature’s most extreme conditions. With its geodesic dome design, durable fabrics and 6-pole frame, the Dragoon is designed to withstand strong winds, heavy rain and accumulating snow while providing comfort from the elements. The Dragoon is large enough to comfortably accommodate up to 8 people with their gear.

The Dragoon by LiteFighter is a robust 4-season tent, designed and built for the military, and  is now available for the avid adventurer who demands the most from their gear. Due to its configurability, the Dragoon can be used as a summer shade tent, mild weather shelter, and a winter bunker. With unique features including a stove jack flap, HVAC duct connections, connected Dyneema cord guy lines with built-in stowaway pockets and internal loops for hanging lights and accessories, the Dragoon is the most feature-rich tent available. The rugged and durable Dragoon contains 8-mesh panel doors with tuck-away panels, 8-permethrin mesh window vents, and a removable floor for various set-up configurations. Made of the most durable materials and superior craftsmanship, the Dragoon is the shelter of choice for the discerning outdoorsman who needs to seek refuge in a quality shelter. 

Includes:

1 – Dragoon base tent
2 – center poles
4 – side poles
4 – vent poles
16 – attached Dyneema® guy lines with built-in stowaway pockets
4 – additional guy lines for rigging
8 – snow/sand parachute stakes
20 – XL ground stakes
1 – rolling loadout bag
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Saturday, November 19, 2022

Storm Camp - 🌧️ 💨 - Heavy Rain & Strong Winds Rips my Tarp Out of the Gr...


In this Storm Adventure Episode, Luke is out in a Boreal Forest when the weather takes a turn for the worst.

First came the rain and then the WIND! 

During the night the Gusts become so strong that they rip his tarp from the ground soaking him and his gear.

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022

Best Cold Weather Mattress I Have Ever Used - DOD Outdoors Soto Sleeping...


This is the Soto Mattress from DOD Outdoors; Soto means outside in Japanese. Speaking of which, DOD Outdoors is a Japanese outdoor company who has been impressing me a lot lately with their products.

With the Soto Mattress it is the most comfortable that I have EVER used but.....
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:: DOD Outdoors Soto Sleeping Pad ::

Sizes : S M L
Small : 1 adult
Medium : 2 adults 
Large : Good for 2 adults and child or dog

Measurements Stored : 36” x 9” x 9”
Measurement Pad : 4” thick x 82” long x 31” wide 
Measurement Pillow : 17.5” long, 12” wide x 2” thick self inflated but can be inflated via breath for additional thickness

Materials :
Pad/Pillow body : Polyester (TPU coating)
Middle material : Polyurethane foam
Sheets : Polycotton (80% polyester, 20% cotton)

R-Value : 8.3

Weight : 10.1lbs

Color : Tan

Cost : $299

Inflation
Self-inflates to 70% - from there you can use the pillow to pump up the pad to the firmness that you desire.

My Use and Experience
I’ve been testing this product out for a number of months now, summer going into the fall and winter; I’ve used it on warm nights with temps in the mid 60’s and cool nights with temps down to 20f.

Review Pros :
Mattress is Supremely comfortable - sleep in any position and it’s comfort city - you aren’t going to feel anything that’s under you.
Pillow is very comfortable - it’s not thick but that’s how I like my pillows - your opinion may vary on this
Excellent quality 
Smart design - use the pillow to inflate the Mattress
Comfortable sheets 
Incredible r-value : does an incredible job at blocking the cold from underneath you - I used this on a truck camping trip and was really, really impressed at how warm and comfortable it was. This Mattress has provided the warmest and most comfortable nights sleep in my truck that I have ever had.
Versatile product - can use for camping, in a cabin, in your vehicle and so on
good looking product

Review Cons
Price : There is no way around this, this sleeping mattress is pricey. That’s not to say that it isn’t worth the cost as you are getting a lot for the money; the Mattress, a pillow, and sheets for both. This is a premium product and the price represents that.

Storage bag is a too small for this setup - requires a very tight roll for everything to fit
Cumbersome and a bit difficult to roll up

Summary :
While expensive I’ve really grown to love this Mattress. Again, it is by far the most comfortable Matts that I have ever been on.

The r-value is incredible for winter time camping and at the same time, isn’t all that warm in the summer.

If you’re looking for a versatile mattress, I would recommend taking a look at this…..if you can afford it. 

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Monday, November 14, 2022

⚠️ The National Park Service Issues an Unusual Warning - Outdoor News



Folks this is so stupid....check this out;
The National Park Service has issued an urgent warning....

STOP LICKING TOXIC TOADS.

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Saturday, November 12, 2022

Solo Wild Camp on the Side of a Cliff - No Tent Camp


Camping on the Edge of Cliff with nothing but rocks and trees hundreds of feet below.

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- True Classic Tees : https://trueclassictees.com
- Woolly Merino Wool V Neck Long Sleeve : https://amzn.to/3olwBmn
- Softshell Jacket - Discontinued 
- Outdoor Research SuperStrand LT Down-like Hoodie : https://www.outdoorresearch.com/us/mens-superstrand-lt-hoodie-289620

- Garmin Instinct Solar GPS Watch : https://amzn.to/3GvkPMC
- Boker Black Widow Strike Drop Point Automatic Knife : https://www.bladehq.com/item--Boker-Plus-Black-Widow-Strike-Drop--97030
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- Smartwool Merino Wool Hat :  : https://amzn.to/3feJv0Y
- IO Merino Wool Mask : No Longer Available 
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- British Military BCB FireDragon Mini Cooker Stove : Import 
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- Valtcan 900ml Titanium Pot : https://amzn.to/3WOjMzZ
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Wednesday, November 9, 2022

Let's Be Frank About Teton Sports


This is my Company Review of Teton Sports and what I have experienced after using and reviewing their products since they opened their doors.

This is a new series and in each episode I’m going to review an outdoor related company and share what I like, don’t like, what I think of their products and if possible, what it has been like interacting with those companies.

I will also share additional insights which have been shared with me from you all.

The first video in this series involved MSR and in this episode I will be reviewing Teton Sports which is an outdoor company that produces Budget tents, sleeping bag, sleeping pads, cots and more.
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- Teton Sports Mountain Ultra Tents : https://amzn.to/3hrC1Lq
- Teton Sports Sleeping Pads : https://amzn.to/3UG94tw

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- Sony Alpha 7 IV : https://amzn.to/3vWgMa0
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- Rode VideoMic Pro Plus Mic : https://amzn.to/3iZMqMO
- Sony TOUGH-G SDXC UHS-II 128GB V90 Memory Card : https://amzn.to/3efDS16

- Fjällräven Vidda Pro Ventilated Pants : https://amzn.to/3ytuwYw
- Old Navy Shirt : oldnavy.com
- Darn Tough Socks : https://amzn.to/3mx20A5
- Vasque Juxt Multi-Sport Shoes : https://amzn.to/3DbNTK9
- 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

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Monday, November 7, 2022

This Japanese Camp Lantern Impresses - SOTO ST-260 Butane Lantern Review


This is a Japanese made lantern that runs on Butane fuel; made by SOTO which is one of my favorite outdoor brands.  A few years ago I stumbled upon this product, had it imported from eBay and have been using it ever since.  Luckily purchasing these in the US is a whole lot easier.  
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:: SOTO ST-260 Butane Lantern Review ::

Materials : stainless steel construction, legs, break resistant mesh 
Measurements : 5” tall 3.5” wide plus the fuel canister 4.25” wide at the legs 

Weight : 9.5oz with storage bag

Cost : $75 off of Amazon

Includes : Lantern, Storage bag, 3 mantels 

Output : This information I haven’t been able to get a solid answer on; I’ve seen claims that this is comparable to a 80W light bulb on the highest setting. At the highest setting, I’ve ran this for over 3 hours.  At a toned down level it will go a lot longer. I’ve gotten over 6 hours with varying intensities. 

Mantels : These lanterns use the ST-2601 Mantel; these come in 3 packs and I was able to locate those on Amazon and ordered some.  You likely can use mantels from other companies such as coleman as well if you had to.

Shipping : When purchased from Amazon, it’s going to take some time for the product to arrive as it has to come from Japan.  It is not as far as I know available in the USA so it has to be imported.

I purchased mine off of eBay a few years ago and now, they are available on Amazon which makes these even simpler.  Talking about purchasing from Amazon, the listing calls this the Shinfuji regulator lantern; Shinfuji is the parent company of SOTO. 

Features
This lantern features a regulator which allows for constant performance even when the fuel is cold - without the regulator the lantern would burn less bright in cold conditions. 

The regulator also provides some safety; if the unit falls over while ignited, it won’t flare up which is important.

Review Pros :
Very well made product - has a great feel and weight to it.
Fuel efficient - I’ve ran this 
Always ignites 
easy to use
Fairly compact design
Puts off a good amount of warm light - brighter than the Coleman NorthStar which is also a great lantern 
The company does make larger lanterns if you need more light
Puts off plenty of light for a small seating area and table.
Puts off a lot of heat and in fact, I have seen some Japanese camping videos with people cooking on top of these with a grill stand
Very stable 
Produces a very warm and comforting light 
can be used in a variety of situations; home, cabin, vehicle, in tents and so on
Incredibly quiet 
Replacing the mantels is quick and easy 
The Soto mantles last a very long time; I’ve been using this one for 2.5 years  

Review Cons
The storage bag offers virtually no protection - a hard case would make more sense 
No way to hang this so light is limited to what it is sitting on

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Saturday, November 5, 2022

Winter's First Assault - Truck Camp at 20F (-7C) - Wind Snow Adventure -...


The First Taste of Winter Arrives in this COLD, WINDY and SNOWY Camping Adventure.

Gear List :

Camera Equipment :
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- SIRUI Carbon Fiber Travel 5C Tripod : https://amzn.to/3BEahZX
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- Soloman Boots : https://amzn.to/3AgcV5X
- Arcteryx Conveyor Belt : https://amzn.to/3i3CRfb
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- Old Navy Active T-Shirt : 
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- Garmin Instinct Solar GPS Watch : https://amzn.to/3GvkPMC
- Kershaw Cryo II Folding Knife : https://amzn.to/2Sej6aD
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- Smartwool Merino Wool Hat :  : https://amzn.to/3feJv0Y
- IO Merino Wool Mask : No Longer Available 
- Knit Gloves Base : 

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- Weboost Drive Reach OTR Cell Booster : https://amzn.to/3RGWcTb
- USB Qooltek 60LED 7W Light Strips : https://amzn.to/34awT4J
- USB Fan SmartDevil : https://amzn.to/3yYYpje
- Fenix Lantern : https://amzn.to/3xVMlj9
- PETZL ACTIK CORE Rechargeable Headlamp : https://amzn.to/3vYdDWT
- Nitecore TUP 1000 Lumen Keychain Flashlight : https://amzn.to/3QvW73P
- NiteCore Power Bank : https://amzn.to/3B4hiD0
- Anker 20,000 mAh Battery Pack : https://amzn.to/3U2RHUu

- Soto Butane Lantern : https://amzn.to/3sSBbtN

- Heater Buddy : https://amzn.to/3T4gwNP
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- WeatherFlow - WEATHERmeter : https://amzn.to/3KWObXl

- Bluetti 230 Expansion Battery : https://amzn.to/3SGw23D

- DOD Outdoors SOTO Sleeping Pad w/ Pillow : https://amzn.to/3SGund0

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- Insulated Coffee Cup : https://amzn.to/337pJBl
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- Fore Winds Butane Stove : https://amzn.to/3KWPLIL
- TOAKS Titanium Long Handle Spoon with Polished Bowl : https://amzn.to/3vcItrL
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Thursday, November 3, 2022

Why This is World's Most Compact and Lightest Power Bank - NiteCore NB10...


2 years ago I reviewed the original NB10000 from NiteCore and I loved it!  It was and still is one of the lightest weight power banks out on the market; while my review was very positive I did have a few suggestions to improve the product.

Two years have passed and NiteCore has a new Generation 2 version and I’ve been testing it out for the last couple of weeks and in this episode, I’ll be sharing my thoughts.
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NITECORE NB10000 Gen 2 - Lightest Powerbank on the Market : 

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Price : $60

All Carbon fiber frame and panels 

Capacity : 10000mAh with 6900 being usable. 
- There is also a 5000MAH version

Features :
- IPX5 rated water resistant, and comes with a slew of safeguards against short-circuit, overcharge, over discharge, or overheat.

- Fast Charge from both ports at the same time 

USB-A port supports up to 18W out
USB-C port supports up to 20W out and will charge at 18W.

- When quick charge is not needed, the NB10000 has a one-touch low current mode for delicate devices such as Bluetooth headphones and smart watches.

- It can charge and discharge at the same time

- Features a low current charging mode for Bluetooth headphones and smartwatches – Hold mode button until white light turns on. Hold mode button again to turn off and a 4th LED will turn on

- Has a LED indicator which shows power level :
*** 100% Remaining
** 70%
* 30%
* flashing means it is depleted

- Blinking LED indicator lets you know when it is charging

Materials : Carbon Fiber Case and a Carbon Fiber Frame

Weight : 5.3oz

Dimensions : L-4.8" x W-2.32" x H-0.42"

Includes : NB10000 Gen ii (Gen 2) power bank, USB-C charging cable

Features all of the typical built-in protections : Overcurrent, Short-Circut, Over-discharge, Overcharge, Thermal and so on.

Accepts Quick Charge 3.0 

Versions : There is a 20,000mAh version that features 4 ports, it costs $100 and I may take a look at it in the future.
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Review Pros :

- Extremely lightweight – one of the lightest on the market
- Very small power bank - takes up no space in my pack
- Excellent quality
- No issues with charging : no glitches experienced
- Excellent waterproofing : IPX5 rated water resistant – there are other channels completely submerging these are they keep working
- Looks great, feels great, feels very sturdy even though it is so lightweight
- I like the yellow rings that surround the ports
- It recharges quickly too; from one bar flashing to full charge in around 3.5 hrs with a good wall charger.
- Can dual charge – charge two devices or charge a single device while charging the power bank -
- Good capacity - With my average overnight trip, I can charge my phone and run a led light at camp for hours with energy left over.
Reliable : My experiences with the Gen 1 have been perfect - I’ve used it one every single trip that I’ve been on over the last 2 years; that’s at least one trip per week and I’ve never had a single problem.  All of the ports work, I haven’t noticed any battery degradation, no swellings, etc and I expect no issues with this Gen 2 model.  Nothing so far with almost a month of use. 

Review Cons :
Dual Charing is nice but when charging two devices at the same time, neither is at fast charging speeds because both channels are being used. 
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