-20° Remote Winter Camping with Only 18lbs of Gear

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Really nice to hear that you were open / honest about abandoning camp. I really apreciate that honesty, and doubt others would be as honest to their audience
in the same situation.

[cribbage]

I watch a TON of yt videos on gear and backpacking in general. You consistently show gear that I haven't noticed other people using and seems very well suited to the task at hand. I don't think my pocketbook thanks you but I appreciate seeing cottage and task specific gear from your channel!

[unvexis]

Nice thing about layering synthetic atop down in cold weather: the dewpoint is likely to be within the synth top layer, which can better deal with freezing condensation.

[seanschannel]

Also winter camping on a budget would be interesting ... just seems like so much gear to jump in!

[willek]

The stake issue can happen to anyone. Last time I was up in Norwegian high lands I had to dig a cave, because the snow had an icy surface and powdery layer underneath which made tenting next to impossible. Another guy not far away died because there wasn't enough snow and the snow that was there was too icy. The plateau have no trees and thus too much wind.

10:00 :P woops. thx for trying it out and showing this setup, even though it "failed", because it will save more people and teach us more about what works and what doesn't. I really appreciate it when you show stuff that's on the edge of your capacity. Cheers.

[syindrome]

The Conundrum may be just as warm in quilt vs. bag mode, but a good sleeping bag with differential cut is WAY warmer and lighter than the equivalent quilt/quilts. My WM Alpinlite completely blows my 20ºF EE Enigma out of the water; it is even warmer than layering the Enigma with a thin synthetic over-quilt while still being a few grams lighter.

[xmattxfx]

Some good points. I personally prefer a folding pad to a chair. I keep mine strapped to the outside of my pack so while on trail breaks it's easy to have something to sit on. It also works in tandem with your sleep system

[nickgerstenlauer]

I thought this was a super good video! I appreciated your info a lot. I almost didn't watch it, bc I'm an experienced mountain climber and I didn't think it would be useful to me, but I'm glad I watched this. You shared all your info in a fast and interesting way

[Grumpymonk]

Man you have such a great attitude, very upbeat. I love winter winter camping and got into it last season. Too bad I didn't find your channel till recent, great videos 👌

[DrofJustice]

Wow, Justin! Thanks for sharing. I love watching your winter camping videos from under my down quilt with a fire in the fireplace😂. Great description of your layering choices. ❤

[Erim]

I just went winter backpacking and it was the worst experience. I’m glad I came across your video

[joshjspice]

Great kit and video. I like how you explained the why and how behind a lot of it. That's so important. I just ordered a Conundrum, myself. Should arrive soon. Excited for the down synth combo. Cheers and stay warm!

[paparomesoutdoors]

Such an awesome video man, really enjoyed it and the life saving tips on this gear. I’ve been new to winter camping the last 5 years and wring gear can become a reality check when it’s below freezing! Thanks again

[DijonFrisee]

Thanks for the great content, Justin!! I've been watching all your videos as I've been gearing up for winter ~lightweight~ backpacking over the last year. It's awesome to see how much thought you put into your gear selection and the information you share.

Would love to hear how your feelings about layering 2 quilts (vs sleeping bag + quilt) evolve as you get more time in with the setup! It seems like a great way to cut weight in the winter, but some folks seem very skeptical. I'll be giving it a try this winter as well.

[BluStarGalaxy]

Beautiful scenery! Camping in that must be an awesome experience.

[areus]

Lol "pooping in a bag and carrying out with me so I don't contaminate the water sources around here" That is hilarious. I'm pretty sure that you are not the only one pooping in the woods over there. You know, animals don't have doo doo bags but nature gets along just fine none the less.

[rudbeckia]

I bring a sled ...did katahdin in winter 2x . Bring lots of carbs..like a salmon fillet, pemmican, rib eye steaks ... maybe a couple freeze dried dinners. Good sleeping bag, Everest style tent. No Cotton.

[monicaliriano]

Monica Liriano
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Gotta get me that pillow barn! Thanks for a great video and your honesty about the different camping products.

[jeffreycarman]

7:13 I would say, at -20 degrees c you’d be much better of using a liquid fuel stove, it’s just so much more reliable. But that said, this looks like a low-stakes overnighter so this system looks like it will work. Regular canisters run much less efficiently even in the 0 degrees C to -6 degrees C range.

[oliverkrell]

Great video! I would love to see a comparison of different winter gloves/mits. I have spent a lot on gloves and am still never satisfied with the balance of warmth, bulk, and tactile feel.