How to go Winter Backpacking. Cold Weather Camping Gear & options for every Budget.
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Sawyer Micro vs Katadyn BeFree – Flow Rate, Size, Weight & Gravity Filter Options
A detailed comparison of the Sawyer Micro Squeeze & Katadyn BeFree Water Filters for Backpacking, Hiking, and Camping.
For this backpacking gear review, I’ll be comparing two light weight, hollow fiber membrane water filters for ultralight backpacking – the Sawyer Micro Squeeze and the Katadyn BeFree. Both of these filters are available in minimalist, personal use setups for solo hiking, as well as gravity water filter setups for group backpacking trips. I’ll detail the specs, configuration options, features, and flow rates for both, along with my own personal experiences with these water filtration systems.
Both of these water filters are .1 micron, suitable for the majority of contaminates encountered in the greater North American region – cysts, bacteria (such as E. Coli, salmonella, leptospirosis, cholera, etc), and protozoa (such as giardia and cryptosporidium). When combined with the Sawyer select system, the Saywer Micro also offers the ability to protect against viruses, chemicals, and heavy metals.
Sneak Peak – Dutchware Pup Tent (Prototype)
A solution to Hammock Camping with your Dog?
In this backpacking gear video, I’ll be tinkering with a new prototype piece of hammock camping gear, the Dutchware Pup Tent. Please keep in mind that this is a prototype that is still in development. I’ll be checking out it’s features, setup options, and usage with my dog Denali.
I’m looking forward to keeping an eye on DutchwareGear.com from future developments.
Weight: 275 grams (9.7 oz) with the stuff sack.
Other Hammock Camping Gear Seen:
Olight S2R Baton II Review & Operation Guide – 1,150 Lumen EDC Flashlight
A Review of the Olight S2R Baton II – 1,150 Lumen Flashlight
The Olight S2R Baton II is a USB rechargeable battery LED flashlight with a 5 lumen low mode and a 1,150 lumen turbo mode, along with 3 other lighting modes. I got my hands on a pre-release of this LED flashlight and have been testing it from the standpoint of Every Day Carry, Backpacking and Camping applications.
Links for full Manufacturer’s Specs, Features, etc
First Look – Hammock Gear Zippered Bug Net Hammock
A look at the new Hammock Gear Zippered Bug Net Hammock.
For this backpacking and hammock camping gear video, I’ll be taking a look at the Hammock Gear’s new hammock with integrated bug net. This is Hammock Gear’s first foray into making their own hammock (they also released a netless version), and I’m quite impressed. I’m looking forward to getting it out on an upcoming backpacking trip video. I’ll go over the various features, specs, and my own personal experiences with the HG Hammock so far.
Correction: I mentioned in the video that their are 4 internal grosgrain loop, but their are actually 6.
Specs and Features as per the Manufacturer
- Width: 58 inches
- Length: 11 ft (132 inches)
- Fabric: Hexon 1.6 Single Layer (40 denier)
- Weight (body, without suspension): 17.85 oz (147 grams)
- Symmetrical gathered-end design that allows you to comfortably lay in any direction.
- Attached Noseeum mesh stuff sacks located at each peak for bugnet and personal item storage.
- Attached zippered bugnet allowing peak to peak visibility.
- Attached Hexon stuff sack adequate for stowing the hammock and complete suspension system in one convenient place.
- Comes ready-to-hang, pre-installed with: ridgeline, 2 continuous loops, and 2 carabiners
- Six internal grosgrain loops for adjustments and organization
- Four pack hooks for easy underquilt adjustment
- Weight Limit – 350 lbs.
Other Gear Seen in the Video
Outdoor Vitals Loftek Adventure Jacket – In Depth Review
An in depth look at the Loftek Adventure Jacket.
On Kickstarter until 12/5/18 (Early Bird special ends 12/5/18)
For this backpacking gear review video, I go over the features, specs and my personal experiences with the Outdoor Vitals Loftek Adventure Jacket for camping, hiking and travel.
Specs and Features as per the Manufacturer
- LoftTek™ is the world’s most advanced synthetic down imitation. The loose fill nature of the fibers mimics down’s extreme weight to warmth ratios and packability, while the it’s synthetic nature allows it to stay warm in wet conditions.
- Unlike down, LoftTek uses siliconized fibers that dry quickly and always stay lofted for optimal warmth – even when wet.
- Get the ultralight warmth and packability of down and the versatility and moisture advantages of synthetic.
- You can pack the entire jacket into its own pocket. Use it when you need and and pack it into itself when you don’t.
- Because of it’s ultra soft material, your packed jacket can also second as a pillow. Another way to save space without compromising your comfort.
- LoftTek™ Adventure Jacket is coated so that water will bead up and roll off rather than absorb into the fabric.
- The LoftTek™ Adventure Jacket is fully weatherproof and can stand up to the harshest conditions including snow, rain, cold temperatures, and extreme wind without sacrificing warmth or performance.
- If you find yourself storing too much warmth, use the underarm zippers to release some of the heat. These are especially useful during high activity.
- The thumbholes in the sleeve ends allow the sleeves to stay fully extended and in place, even when layering up or being active.
- The insulation dries extremely quickly so if you need to wash it in a hostel or hotel sink, it can air dry fast and be ready to go the next day.