Stephen Escallier
Stephen Escallier
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I switched from Sony Full Frame.
Просмотров 1,9 тыс.7 месяцев назад
I switched from Sony Full Frame.
Hay Creek. We found a safe! Was it part of the infamous robbery?
Просмотров 722 года назад
Hay Creek. We found a safe! Was it part of the infamous robbery?
Soto Fusion Trek quick test.
Просмотров 3,7 тыс.2 года назад
First test of the Soto Fusion Trek. A remote stove that is starting to be become more available in the US.
Big channel change! Updated gear and focus.
Просмотров 3373 года назад
Big channel change! Updated gear and focus.
Ursacks. What they failed to tell you and why they FAIL!
Просмотров 23 тыс.3 года назад
Ursacks. What they failed to tell you and why they FAIL!
Fall 2020 Sioux Hustler Trail With Midwest Backpacker
Просмотров 5103 года назад
This last weekend my time off aligned with Jeremy “Midwest Backpacker”, so we traveled together to the BWCA to tackle the Sioux Hustler Loop. Check out his channel here. ruclips.net/user/DudeBarney1971
Close encounter in Red Wing. Rattlesnake? Updated, it’s a Western Fox Snake!
Просмотров 4484 года назад
Close encounter in Red Wing. Rattlesnake? Updated, it’s a Western Fox Snake!
The Holy Grail has been found - The Nashville Pack Cutaway quick look.
Просмотров 5 тыс.4 года назад
Well, it has been found. The elusive Holy Grail pack. Needless to say I am about to sell off some packs as they are instantly obsolete. Trust me on this one, if you need an ultralight pack with amazing comfort and features look no further. nashvillepack.com/
Eli’s Mega Dance Party!
Просмотров 704 года назад
Eli’s Mega Dance Party!
Xero Z-Trail sandals test hike.
Просмотров 4024 года назад
xeroshoes.com xeroshoes.com/shop/gender/mens/ztrail-men/
Timemore Nano quick look request.
Просмотров 2,9 тыс.4 года назад
Quick one handed look. Shot with my IPhone.
Aeropress Go.
Просмотров 7294 года назад
Aeropress Go. Lightweight camp setup.
Gourmet Camping Espresso, the Cafflano Kompresso.
Просмотров 7764 года назад
Awesome portable espresso maker. Right around 7oz and excellent results!
Richard J Dorer, Hay Creek Unit, Stone House Loop.
Просмотров 4484 года назад
In this video I hike the Stone House loop of the Hay Creek United the Richard J Dorer state forest. A really nice 2 mile loop with a fun climb. I especially love the pine forest at the top of the climb and the old homestead structures are absolutely worth the hike. Beautiful little chunk of history!
Jay Cooke High Landing Site.
Просмотров 1514 года назад
Jay Cooke High Landing Site.
Summer pack collaboration video.
Просмотров 1436 лет назад
Summer pack collaboration video.
2018 Gear Collaboration.
Просмотров 1766 лет назад
2018 Gear Collaboration.
My new summer hammock setup.
Просмотров 1,5 тыс.6 лет назад
My new summer hammock setup.
The fall of BatBot.
Просмотров 826 лет назад
The fall of BatBot.
Stephens Sleepless Tarp Suspension or SSS.
Просмотров 2966 лет назад
Stephens Sleepless Tarp Suspension or SSS.
My 6 favorite store bought backpacking snacks of 2017.
Просмотров 2296 лет назад
My 6 favorite store bought backpacking snacks of 2017.
$1 Walmart Headlamp vs. $30 Petzl e+lite
Просмотров 1,7 тыс.6 лет назад
$1 Walmart Headlamp vs. $30 Petzl e lite
Ditch that hardware! Ultralight and fast Hammock rainfly setup.
Просмотров 8296 лет назад
Ditch that hardware! Ultralight and fast Hammock rainfly setup.
Myers Tech Dyneema Hammock Straps and new channel name!
Просмотров 1,5 тыс.6 лет назад
Myers Tech Dyneema Hammock Straps and new channel name!
Fenix CL09
Просмотров 4,1 тыс.6 лет назад
Fenix CL09
ULA Fastpack. A frameless running vest style backpack.
Просмотров 3,8 тыс.6 лет назад
ULA Fastpack. A frameless running vest style backpack.
Ramblings #1. Is Cuben Fiber worth it? A different perspective.
Просмотров 4,9 тыс.6 лет назад
Ramblings #1. Is Cuben Fiber worth it? A different perspective.
Backpacking coffee perfected, MSR Windburner, GSI Ultralight Java Drip.
Просмотров 4,6 тыс.7 лет назад
Backpacking coffee perfected, MSR Windburner, GSI Ultralight Java Drip.
BoneFire™ Gear Whisper hammock set-up.
Просмотров 2167 лет назад
BoneFire™ Gear Whisper hammock set-up.

Комментарии

  • @Bamdoozler
    @Bamdoozler День назад

    God damn every youtuber loves their own voice.. randomly clicked on this and listened for 3 minutes. No idea what youre on about cause youre still just prattling on. STFU and get to the point of the video.. Id rather have ads then this pointless rambling.

  • @brodyegeberg5355
    @brodyegeberg5355 Месяц назад

    any chance you still have this wallet? willing to sell it?

  • @keithbasham2413
    @keithbasham2413 Месяц назад

    I'm looking into this, how do you feel about it 3 years later? I'm looking at that durston kakwa too

    • @StephenEscallier
      @StephenEscallier Месяц назад

      I still think this is an amazing pack. They changed the shape of it which I believe is an improvement. I do believe to properly use this pack that arm flexibility helps as you can reach into the main back pocket through the side pockets. Drawbacks are no structure, so it's a limp bag unless you add a pad to create structure, which makes it a bit more challenging to pack when you have nothing in it. The straps are the most comfortable I have used but I really think it shines in the sub 20 LB range, 15 or so is ideal. The Kakwa looks great but is in a world where there is a ton of similarly competitive packs. This pack is on my short list!

  • @timevault3381
    @timevault3381 2 месяца назад

    Yes it must be obvious 11 can fit 11.. But can someone tell me if a 11 feet tarp with doors would cover (overlap) 12 feet hammocks?!

  • @chrislonsberry1974
    @chrislonsberry1974 2 месяца назад

    I know you made this video a few years ago and I found it informative. One thing you didn’t touch on was what do you wash your hands with that doesn’t leave a scent?

  • @eric55406
    @eric55406 3 месяца назад

    Quadruple bagged, seems like Ursack is difficult to use and might not really save that much weight (how much do all those bags weigh?). If I know there will be good forested areas, I'll take a bear bag which is the lightest option. Some areas require a bear cannister and I have one already, so if it's required, or if there are not a lot of trees, I'll just take my bear can.

  • @phillipp1399
    @phillipp1399 5 месяцев назад

    Honestly so much less hassle to use a bear canister. So many steps each and every time and still a risk of food being destroyed. Simplicity, peace of mind, works anywhere, way less fiddly, slightly heavier and easy learning around volume management. I have an almighty and two different kinds of canister so familiar across the board.

  • @VsKohiLab
    @VsKohiLab 5 месяцев назад

    Hi I am from Malaysia using this kit too. Maybe you may try on 16 grm of grind coffee there is almost 2 shoot. N a bigger cup of Americano... cheers coffee😂

  • @gphay
    @gphay 5 месяцев назад

    Hey there! Thanks for the great overview of your switch -- I appreciated your breakdown of the DOF differences! I know you recently switched systems (and seem to be using the PD wrist strap now), but wondered if you had any more thoughts on the Simplr strap you featured a few years ago. Do you still use it? Why did you prefer it over the Peak Design Leash? I love how minimalist the Simplr looks but do wish I could attach it to my tripod plate--and also worry the coarser nylon might cause my clothing to pill. What do you think?

    • @StephenEscallier
      @StephenEscallier 5 месяцев назад

      I looovr the Simplr strap and had no real pilling on any of my clothing. I just tent to be cautious with my camera, so I tend to use a wrist strap. Though part of that was the idea of people able to remove the strap if I am using a tripod, which I am generally not finding a need to use with this camera and it’s excellent ibis. Let me try that strap for a week with this camera and report back!

    • @gphay
      @gphay 5 месяцев назад

      @@StephenEscallier I see! Yes, I tend to keep my strap on while using a tripod despite the vibration concerns because I’m so nervous about it tipping (and I don’t do much astro photography or other things w very long exposures). I’m excited to hear about your experiences with it paired with your new kit! Thanks so much for your reply-and for offering to test it out again! May I ask what you disliked about the PD leash? I am trying one now and pleasantly surprised by how it feels with a Sony A7IV and 24-70 II despite how narrow it is, but it does seem to twist and bunch easily. That and the clunky anchors were what made me step away from my old slide lite from PD. The leash is relatively better on that front, though, from what I can tell.

    • @StephenEscallier
      @StephenEscallier 5 месяцев назад

      @gphay I very much prefer the adjustment on the Simplr. I also love and hate the anchors on the PD, I know you can relate to that as you mentioned. I think it’s just odd to me to wear the camera, but I will give it another go. The size of this camera will likely make it way more enjoyable. 😊

  • @FierceSleepingDog
    @FierceSleepingDog 5 месяцев назад

    Love my MFT gear

  • @normstangl3499
    @normstangl3499 5 месяцев назад

    I switched from Canon FF to an Olympus E-M1 Mark III. I have one PRO lens in the 12-40 f2.8. Three premium prime lenses with the 25 and 75 f1.8 and the 60 macro. Then the plastic fantastic 40-150 (shockingly good for the $$$) and finally the 75-300 for occasional telephoto shooting. Like you I’m pretty much an advanced amateur photographer. The first four lenses are my sharpest and most used lenses. But shots from that cheapie 40-150 have made it into my gallery shows. I use the fast primes and PRO lenses for event shoots and headshots. I’m a cyclist and a lot of my personal generalist photography is made while cycling so the smaller kit options really suit me. I’m an amateur silversmith as well and I use the HR feature for product photography, although more often than not the standard resolution is way more than enough. I find that I have more keeper shots with this camera over other systems that I’ve owned. I am not a bokeh hound so the background separation using extreme blur isn’t all that critical for me. In fact I’ve been considering going to the sharper depth of field as a style statement in my future work. Enjoy your new kit!

    • @StephenEscallier
      @StephenEscallier 5 месяцев назад

      Awesome response. I love how many people make this jump and how amazing the experiences are. And beyond the results and amazing pro lenses, the size and user experience are so spectacular with the Olympus ecosystem. I feel like my tripod is almost unnecessary at this point.

  • @zachbenson9548
    @zachbenson9548 6 месяцев назад

    I have both those f/4 pro lenses and I love, love, love them. I paired those with couple super fast manual focus primes (Mitakon, Voigtlander) and those cover 99.9999% of what I want to do. I was considering the 60mm macro for the in-body macro focus stacking but turns out you can focus stack with the f/4 lenses and a macro tube.

  • @stehlealexander
    @stehlealexander 6 месяцев назад

    Great, thanks

  • @robertsaunders5740
    @robertsaunders5740 6 месяцев назад

    I recently went to an OM Systems open house at an area camera store. Very nice.

  • @studioatlanta
    @studioatlanta 6 месяцев назад

    Great video!

  • @aderz8284
    @aderz8284 6 месяцев назад

    I love the m43 system and I am glad recently I see more photographers appreciating it more. Subbed

  • @taylorlimbeck6854
    @taylorlimbeck6854 6 месяцев назад

    Subbed. I shoot micro four thirds and live in the neighborhood. The PL 42.5 Nocticron will scratch any depth of field itch you’re missing. Also recommend the Panasonic 100-300II for birds and hiking. I have an em1.3 and a G9 and use both brands lenses on both.

  • @raytaylor3090
    @raytaylor3090 6 месяцев назад

    Great camera, I have two and love them, no more tripods and lugging heavy equipment . Ive had the new mkii on loan for 4 days and the AF on that is even better, its just if its worth the extra money. Have fun with your new kit

    • @StephenEscallier
      @StephenEscallier 6 месяцев назад

      Thanks man! It’s been great so far!

    • @raytaylor3090
      @raytaylor3090 6 месяцев назад

      I gave in and bought the mkii today.@@StephenEscallier

  • @davejsullivan
    @davejsullivan 6 месяцев назад

    I have the 75-300 for longer reach. I’d highly recommend that if you want a budget friendly option before spending big money on a pro lens.

    • @StephenEscallier
      @StephenEscallier 6 месяцев назад

      I am torn but feel that the option I have I’ll likely go to next will be the 100-400!

  • @commonroom6461
    @commonroom6461 6 месяцев назад

    Keep at it! Backwards hug 🫀

  • @Nadeemkhalid07
    @Nadeemkhalid07 6 месяцев назад

    Subscribed! Looking forward to your micro four third photography review! I am myself confused between fuji andOM system!

    • @StephenEscallier
      @StephenEscallier 6 месяцев назад

      That’s a hard choice! What type of photography do you gravitate towards? Thank you for subscribing!! 🙏🙏

    • @Nadeemkhalid07
      @Nadeemkhalid07 6 месяцев назад

      @@StephenEscallier sort of travel photography… a serious amateur one.. a bit of street, landscape and sometimes bird photography…

    • @StephenEscallier
      @StephenEscallier 6 месяцев назад

      @@Nadeemkhalid07 I feel the benefits of Olympus are the size, weatherproofing and class leading ibis. I feel almost every Fuji shooter chooses Fuji for the retro styling, external controls, lenses and JPG processing. For my I typically shoot in AP, wanted class leading ibis and weatherproofing, never shoot in JPG, so Olympus was a pretty natural choice. Also I have handled both and prefer the feel of the OM.

    • @Nadeemkhalid07
      @Nadeemkhalid07 6 месяцев назад

      @@StephenEscallier ya…. Lens choices are great in MFT also… small and portable(most of them)… my only concern in MFT is image quality overall and in low light…

    • @StephenEscallier
      @StephenEscallier 6 месяцев назад

      @@Nadeemkhalid07 there are a few videos out there of people doing low light with these OM cameras!

  • @weisskm
    @weisskm 6 месяцев назад

    I use the OM-1 and had been considering a full frame with a small prime lens. I was wondering about your comments of the "flat" images. I always shoot raw and of course everything needs post processing. I also convert my images to a linear profile before I start editing. But if you really want small (as I did) try the Ricoh GRIIIx - great image quality!

    • @StephenEscallier
      @StephenEscallier 6 месяцев назад

      I would love to have a Ricoh GR. I currently have the original GR Digital 1 and it’s very neat. If Ricoh solves the dust issue and adds weatherproofing on the next version, I would jump all over that! My experience was just with Sony and its rendering of Raw images. Overall the images were technically good, sharp, full of details, yeah, all of that….. The just lacked that certain vibrancy that draws you in. I just think Sonys colors are a bit boring. I love post processing, so it was never a big issue, but between my general dissatisfaction with the shooting experience, the menu system, the size of the lenses and the colors. I was more likely to leave my camera at home than to take it with me. Especially if I wanted a superzoom like the Tamron 50-400, which in my area, is the most likely lens to get used based on my style of shooting around here. Heck my OM-5, and the 3 lenses featured in this video are literally the exact same weight and size of the single Tamron 50-400!! 41oz and the same size bag. 😂

    • @weisskm
      @weisskm 6 месяцев назад

      @@StephenEscallier I haven't found dust an issue with the Ricoh but it's certainly a limited use camera. The autofocus is not good but image quality is actually better than my OM-1. I have the Olympus 25mm 1.8, 45mm 1.8, 60mm 2.8 macro, 75-300mm, 12-100mm Pro, and Sigma 16mm 1.4. The 75-300mm is light and great when the light is decent. It's a slow lens if it's dark. I use the 12-100mm most of the time and the 75-300mm for birds, etc. But to just wander around, nothing beats the Ricoh GRIIIx.

    • @StephenEscallier
      @StephenEscallier 6 месяцев назад

      @weisskm all of the Ricoh GR line is special. From the early film line, through the digital and the GR 1-3x. I love snap focus which I feel really helps circumvent the focus slowness of my GRD1. I so want a newer one. Everything about them is so logical and thought out. And as you mentioned, the files themselves are so stunning.

    • @stehlealexander
      @stehlealexander 6 месяцев назад

      I use OM 1 as well and I am happy

  • @mihaidavid359
    @mihaidavid359 7 месяцев назад

    I just upgraded from Olympus EM5 Mk.2 (which is basically the size of OM5) to OM1 and damn...i am even more impressed! Was considering a used Nikon Z7 but eventually went to OM1 for the same reason like you.Hiking with a heavy camera setup is not fun and prefer to carry extra water or something useful for that weight. With your OM5 you can also take handheld high res photos in low light if you ever feel that image noise is to high.Will act like image stacking and reduce image noise and also give you 50MP files to crop-in a bit.My old EM5 Mk.2 was with me for the last 2 years in over 50 hiking trips from easy summer ones to pretty cold -25'C and never disappoint me.Hiking to Everest Base Camp with that old champ was a joy.All this time was not protected , no lens caps, no camera bag no baby sitting.For a 9 years old camera and battery is pretty remarkable.Your OM5 has better autofocus,better IBIS,better weather sealing,brand new batteries and with your PRO lens will definitely serv you well! Make sure to make your own custom modes and set them to your PASM mode dial. For main mode i use custom mode 1 on A in the mode dial, for wildlife i set the mode 2 to S mode, for astro i set custom mode 3 to M mode and for high res shot mode astro i set custom mode 4 to move mode (your B or movie mode maybe).Dial lever switches from photo mode to video also. One ... maybe 2 things to keep in mind tho.For the OM5 they switch from magnesium body to a magnesium alloy frame in a glass-reinforced polycarbonate outer shell so tripod mount may fail if you abuse-it (heard things about failing with a Peak Design clip) but is still a rugged body overall.Another mild annoyance is the ancient micro USB that not supports USB charging so get a third party external charger like a Patona or something with USB and charge batteries external from a power bank.Oh and get Panasonic 9mm f1.7!!! I know i will for my OM1 for sure.Can't wait to try that for astro.For now i have a budget Olympus 14-150 f4-5.6. Never regret moving from bigger sensor format.I never did.For outdoor use is the best 😄

    • @StephenEscallier
      @StephenEscallier 7 месяцев назад

      Tons of great feedback!! I might just upgrade to the OM1 for the mentioned reasons!!

  • @adeyalbader1483
    @adeyalbader1483 7 месяцев назад

    Hi Stephen. I have all three lenses you have and I’ve been more than happy with them on my trusted EM5II. I might suggest you take a look at two more to basically round out the set. The Lumix Leica 9mm 1.7 and the 15mm 1.7, both work amazingly with my camera. No need to thank me 😊

    • @StephenEscallier
      @StephenEscallier 7 месяцев назад

      I will check them out! How does the AF work across manufacturers?

  • @michaelmacguinness5498
    @michaelmacguinness5498 7 месяцев назад

    The size and weight is why I switched from my Nikon full frame to an OM Systems micro four thirds OM5. Well, actually, I bought an OM5. A lot of people complain about the menu system of the OM 5, but I actually am used to it and don’t find it cumbersome at all. I can find what I’m looking for much quicker than I could on my Nikon, which I find that menu system to be daunting. Your kit PRO lens should enable all the features of your OM5, like the ND filter support, focus stacking, etc. the M.Zuiko lenses, while excellent, may not work with some camera features. I’d like to see another video of your impressions of your new camera after you’ve had it for a month or so. Thanks for sharing!

  • @deebrogan5162
    @deebrogan5162 7 месяцев назад

    Nice video! I love my M43 system when I want to carry minimum weight. I have the E-M1 ii and I'll be interested in your views on the menu system which I think is its achilles heel. They have revised it for the OM-1 but not the OM-5. Don't ignore the Panasonic lenses to go alongside your Olympus ones. The Panasonic 20mm f1.7 in particular is an outstanding lens, fairly cheap and yet weighs only 100g. Paired with your Om-5 that gives an ultra lightweight and small system which, in my view, is more compelling than the much vaunted Fujifilm 100V.

    • @StephenEscallier
      @StephenEscallier 7 месяцев назад

      Thanks for the kind feedback and excellent suggestion. Have you played with Sony cameras? At least up to the A7iii the menu system is so bad, even this last gen OM menu is refreshing. I am going to look at that Panasonic lens right now!

  • @jayolson-goude9686
    @jayolson-goude9686 7 месяцев назад

    Nice first video. Keep it up.

    • @StephenEscallier
      @StephenEscallier 7 месяцев назад

      Thank you Jay! Your photos were a big part of my inspiration to consider the OM system!

  • @DragonRoams
    @DragonRoams 7 месяцев назад

    I share a lot of the same thoughts as you. I switched to the Major a few years ago and it has been my go to ever since. When I use to do a traditional food hang I still took measures to lock away odors. Even with some of the advantages of the Ursack I still carry a throw line with me so it can be hung if need be. I've only had to do that once in the Catskills in a rodent heavy campsite. In the morning there was evidence that a rodent went down the line and got into by buddy's food bag while my Ursack hanging just feet away was ignored.

  • @Stickit2daman
    @Stickit2daman 8 месяцев назад

    Anyone else out here a woman just trying to figure out how this pack will work with their breasts? hhaha! I don't understand.

    • @StephenEscallier
      @StephenEscallier 8 месяцев назад

      Gosh. Good question. What I can say is the straps are very thin and conforming. The width is what makes them comfortable but very soft and conforming. I will see if I can get a woman to try mine on with a full load out.

    • @Stickit2daman
      @Stickit2daman 8 месяцев назад

      I'd appreciate that so much. Thanks for the additional information!@@StephenEscallier

    • @ninabergstrom1828
      @ninabergstrom1828 Месяц назад

      @@Stickit2damanI would also like to know.

    • @Stickit2daman
      @Stickit2daman Месяц назад

      @@ninabergstrom1828 it didn’t work for me. 30D for reference.

  • @arcoulant87
    @arcoulant87 8 месяцев назад

    Thanks

  • @martin.feuchtwanger
    @martin.feuchtwanger 10 месяцев назад

    You spent a long, long time NOT explaining why you were waiving around another small exterior bag.

  • @stephenelderkin5022
    @stephenelderkin5022 10 месяцев назад

    I use the Ursack . I double bag everything and place the ursack on a solid tree well off any trails and well away from camp.

  • @ThePapawhisky
    @ThePapawhisky Год назад

    Just finished hiking the CDT, using an Ursack in Montana and Wyoming. Per this video I placed a priority on controlling aromas thru careful food handling and opsak use. Reasonable approach.

    • @StephenEscallier
      @StephenEscallier Год назад

      How was the journey? Glad to hear this approach worked?

  • @LostBoy1026
    @LostBoy1026 Год назад

    Great video thank you

  • @BeegEazy
    @BeegEazy Год назад

    Good video! I don't believe anything is going to be well and truly scent proof to a bear, and even then there is no way to eliminate contamination entirely no matter how diligent you are. I use layers as well to try and mitigate as much scent as possible. At the very least it makes sense in my head and makes me feel better.

    • @StephenEscallier
      @StephenEscallier Год назад

      Thank You! I think this is the best approach. Reduce the temptation and chance they can smell it from far away.

  • @ef2b
    @ef2b Год назад

    Snacks eaten while walking go into my pants pockets or hip belt pocket....and I've never found a good way to keep those two places from picking up scent without making eating while walking too cumbersome. My pack is probably closer to the tent than it ought to be and my hiking pants go in the tent, so this issue seems real to me. Any thoughts or tricks regarding walking food?

    • @bobmacke736
      @bobmacke736 Год назад

      You can get a small pouch that slides on over your pack belt and then it can go in the bear bag. I think Gossamer Gear makes some.

    • @BeegEazy
      @BeegEazy Год назад

      I would at least use a zip lock or small bag you keep snacks and related garbage in while on the go and be mindful of keeping your hands clean when handling stuff. Your gear is never going to be completely scent free, but as eluded to in the video the more barriers you can put in place (the more you can mitigate) the better off you are in my opinion. Bob's suggestion is also good, I like the idea of a designated snack pouch to be put in the bag/canister etc.

  • @RC-qf3mp
    @RC-qf3mp Год назад

    For such a hyperbolic over the top review, would be more convincing and helpful if you just had all your alleged other packs side by side and point out the supposed “flaw” with each as opposed to just body type quirks and preferences you happen to have. Instead of demonstrating what’s wrong with the other packs for people to see, you’re just filming yourself walking. Not cool. Show some respect to the other pack makers. Fact-based criticism is welcome and how the industry progresses. But not clear from almost all your criticisms how much the issue has to do with your particular body type and your particular gear set up. It’s like watching somebody give an over the top review of a shoe that puts down all other shoes. Everybody has different feet so there will never be a “best” shoe. Anyway, there was some useful content in here but it seemed more ego driven about how you’re going to piss people off. Well, pissing people off is pretty easy to do. What’s harder is to line up all the packs you talk about, and show the pros/cons and show how/where the Cutaway is better. I’ve seen countless gear review videos and this one is over the top ego driven. So weird.

    • @StephenEscallier
      @StephenEscallier Год назад

      All very fair criticisms. You have probably noticed that I haven’t posted much of anything here in quite some time. I really struggle to find any joy or motivation to create videos at all. I also had gone through a fairly rough patch and this video is fairly reflective of it. Hahaha. It’s almost like the justification bouncing around in my head to justify another pack purchase was made into a video. I appreciate the critical feedback, when I watch snippets of the video I completely agree.

    • @RC-qf3mp
      @RC-qf3mp Год назад

      @@StephenEscallier yeah, we all have those moments. Do you still love that backpack? I’m researching a frameless one and it seems the most innovative.

    • @StephenEscallier
      @StephenEscallier Год назад

      @@RC-qf3mp I really do. The newer updated version is very compelling as it fixes a couple issues. But not a good pack for anything but a very light load.

    • @RC-qf3mp
      @RC-qf3mp Год назад

      @@StephenEscallier you’ve got FOUR chest straps on. Do you still have the same strap set up?

  • @Strangetime23
    @Strangetime23 Год назад

    Here our simple fix to manage and hang trash and food safely when outdoors. ruclips.net/video/aNQ-SL-7FsY/видео.html

  • @enriquegarciajr8372
    @enriquegarciajr8372 Год назад

    What tool did you use to spark the stove?

    • @StephenEscallier
      @StephenEscallier Год назад

      Soto Pocket Torch XL! SOTO Pocket Torch XT (Extended) a.co/d/bqbBkhm

  • @Vincent-bw8vv
    @Vincent-bw8vv Год назад

    Have the same stove. At the beginning it was awesome, but now two days later it suddenly sucks to much air through the four holes at the bottom...that makes a very annoying noises at low setting. If I close one hole of the four its normal again. Do you notice the same behaviour? How can this happen?

  • @Nick.Carl.
    @Nick.Carl. Год назад

    This is awesome! I just finished a three day hike and used my new Ursack with and Opsack inside. When I went to camp the first night I found a prefect tree and hung the bag PCT style, so I wasn’t worried there. But on the second night I couldn’t find a tree that kept the bag high enough off the ground, so I tied the Ursack to a tree. During the process, everything you went over came to my mind as questions: did I seal the opsack properly, would the bag get compromised if a bear did find it, was it too close to the trail, etc. Anyway, I was so tired that I decided to quit worrying and go to sleep, but with this video I can see I covered as many bases as possible and strongly reduced the probability of a bear getting my food. I especially like that you went over the way a bear thinks about food and what you’ve got to think of the best outsmart one, knowing it’s olfactory, sight, and memory capabilities (i.e. how habitualized would a bear be given the area I was hiking and camping in). Thanks so much for doing this video!

  • @RC-qf3mp
    @RC-qf3mp Год назад

    I put my Ursack Mitty to protect against rodents inside an Ursack major to protect from bears, inside a bearvault canister to protect from the bears that can rip open an Ursack major, and then put that inside a bearikade canister because at least one bear figured out how to open a bearvault (google it, true story). OR… I can just go straight to the Bearikade and also use it as a stool and save money on the extra bags and hassle you need for your Ursack method. And my canister has a very high resale value and I can rent it out, or rent one of i didn’t own one . The shape also fits better in my backpack than the bearvault. I do go ultralight and ultra expensive where need be, and those weight savings elsewhere make the weight of the bear canister less burdensome. And I save time not dealing with hanging bags and I don’t need trees. This is especially useful since five minutes after you hang your bag and get back to camp and sit nice and snug in your tent, you remember you forgot something you need to put back in the bag, or you forgot something you need to take out. And now repeat that scenario, but it’s cold, windy and rainy. Bearikade canister. Not the bearvault. It’s worth the money.

  • @MrHuff05
    @MrHuff05 Год назад

    I freakin love my saddleback bifold wallet!!!! I have had it for 2 to 3 weeks now and this might sound weird but I smell it every day. I love how it looks,feels and smells. I might purchase more products from saddleback. I'm looking forward to seeing how it patinas over the years. I can't wait to fully break it in. I paid $90 for it and it is worth every dollar that I spent.

  • @lisahartley5448
    @lisahartley5448 Год назад

    I'm trying to decide between the SOTO WindMaster and the fusion. I've currently got a Trangia but trying to save a bit of weight esp on longer multi day hikes. I love the stability of this one, I tend to use a wide pot to cook max 1 litre so wonder if the SOTO WindMaster with an added support stand for the base would suffice. mostly camping spring to autumn. anyone used both to compare?

    • @StephenEscallier
      @StephenEscallier Год назад

      I prefer the wind master. It is my favorite backpacking stove.

  • @moomountain
    @moomountain Год назад

    I have the same pot. Does this stove fit in the pot.

  • @michael133
    @michael133 Год назад

    Would you happened to know the dimensions of the pack? The side panels width, and back panel?

  • @jeffm5808
    @jeffm5808 Год назад

    awesome idea have to find that playpus plug some where though .

  • @dannynimmo3052
    @dannynimmo3052 Год назад

    I agree:) ...I need a dyneema rainfly what I'm using is crap,. bought it while i was drinkin

  • @anthonym222
    @anthonym222 Год назад

    I've had it for about a year now and I can easily say this is the best wallet I have ever had. Got it in dark coffee brown, love looking at it everyday. Came from a bulkier coach wallet and it holds relatively the same once the leather stretches.

  • @Y2J3469
    @Y2J3469 Год назад

    You completely fail to mention that rodents (i.e. squirrels and chimp monks) can chew through a properly hung bear bag, which makes the ursack better. Furthermore, this video title is misleading as the current version is certified grizzly and black bear proof that cannot chew through it and a puncture hole has a lifetime replacement warranty.