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There is no included rain cover with the Deuter Speed Lite 25, it's one you would have to buy separately.

Great choices 👍

Leaving the house to head to the shops without waterproofs seems to be a risky move with our "summer" this year. A foil blanket/bivvy is a great addition.

All of those sound like solid choices to be carrying. Adding a map of the area you're hiking in would definitely be a useful addition, especially as you're already carrying the compass. Our list was far from extensive, if we'd added everything it would be a longer video for sure but you've made some great choices that we would also recommend 👍

Unfortunately the Skogso Padded Jacket is no longer available in the women's fit. From memory, the back is a single colour, same as the front of the jacket with a stitch-line running across the shoulders, but other than that the back is clean and free of any branding.

Wouldn't head out on the trails without them.

A tactical brew stop is always a good shout out on the hills. You haven't lost your bearings, simply taking a break...

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Can you let us know when the summer arrives? We've heard rumours it might make an appearance but don't want to scare it away...

Great choices, with our weather a rain jacket is bound to be useful and proper hydration is key.

Great shout. Our list is far from extensive, if we included everything the list would get pretty long, but a headtorch would absolutely be on it. Ben's personal first aid kit also always contains an emergency head torch that runs on button cell batteries as a just in case.

Thank you. Ben is 6'3" (191cm), which as we just found out is also roughly the height of your average white rhino. We hope this entirely serious comment has been helpful.

Hi there. The Greenland Jacket does not have an adjustable bottom hem, not many of their winter jackets seem to feature bottom hem adjustment.

@@trekitt Thanks guys. Love your stuff, keep up the good work.

Sounds like you're having a bit of a nightmare there! When you say you've removed the airframe, was that via the reversed zip on the inside of the bag? Frustratingly, there's no easy way to get it back in and just requires lots of wrangling and a bit of luck to get it in just right. Sorry we can't be more help, but good luck getting it back in! If you don't succeed, we know a great place you can find a replacement...

Looks like a pretty comprehensive setup. We'd probably agree that the Helm has the edge, just in case of poor weather, that all-in-one pitching will be a benefit. Depending on where you're heading we can see the advantages of having the hammock setup as an option instead of the tent, bit of prior route research to see which would suit the environment best and you'll have a great time. Where are you hoping to explore in Europe?

My main goals for Europe are Turkey (even if the nearly all of the country is in Asia), Italy, France, Germany, Russia (despite challenges in recent years traveling to Russia remains feasible and optimistic), Poland, Norway (incl. Svalbard)), United Kingdom (incl. Isle of Skye), Ireland, Faroe Islands, Iceland, Greenland, Azores and Madeira. I'm thinking to 2 or 3 bikepacking trips also, one around Norway, one from Germany / France to Turkey, through Italy and Balkans and another one around United Kingdom, but I'm not really sure about the last one. However, I'm planning to go up in the mountains also, without venturing too far, nothing crazy, because I'm a beach person mostly. Whatever will be, will be, I'm not in a hurry... I'll take it easy...

@@octaviantanasehere Sounds like you're planning on ticking off quite a lot! We're only a little bit jealous.

😅 Thank you so much for your assistance guys! 🚵🥾🏕️

We feature the Olive/Deep Forest colour in the video.

Ben Does have quite a long torso, but if you've already tried the Vardag Anorak in person and not found the length to be suitable, that's fair enough. The back length is measured by Fjallraven as 79cm, both the Singi-X Anorak (86cm) and the Anorak No.8 (88cm) have longer back lengths, maybe one of those is more suitable for your needs .

A sprung back system will offer more ventilation compared to Airscape. If you're after a similar pack from Osprey it may be worth considering the Sirrus, similar features to the Tempest, but with an AirSpeed™ Ventilated Trampoline Suspended back system.

Hi there. The Hip belt is stitched on, so cannot be removed. You could reverse the hit belt and clip it in on the front of the pack to keep it out of the way, but in practice that might not hold unless the pack is full.

May I ask what height you are and what size you got (S/M or M/L)?

@johanneswilhelm10 yes, I am 5'3 and purchased the small/med

Thanks! The Speed Lite 25 should be up to task, or for something a little more supportive you could also look at the Deuter Trail 25, a slightly more fully featured pack. Good luck on the trail! trekitt.co.uk/rucksacks/outdoor-rucksacks/deuter-trail-25-black__49305

​@@trekitt any thoughts on the futura 23 or 27? I like the ventilation it offers and it has all the features you could wish. The weight not that much of an issue. I prefer comfort over weight most of the times.

@@wouterrombouts9347 Whilst we don't stock the Futura, it does look very similar to the older model which we were very fond of. Always found it to be comfortable and supportive. Deuter's Aircomfort back system has always proven to be a good choice for carry when breathability and comfort are a priority.

Hi. Unfortunately the Rab Xenon is a jacket we no longer stock, and from the looks of it, is no longer a current season product from Rab. If you can still find one for sale it is a great synthetic jacket, ideal for cold wet days where you need a warm layer that will still work even when wet. The closest equivalent we now stock from Rab (in a similar weight of insulation) is the Xenair Alpine Light. trekitt.co.uk/outdoor-jackets/insulated-jackets/rab-mens-xenair-alpine-light-jacket-ebony-marmalade__56360 Or we do still stock the Xenon 2.0's bigger sibling, the Generator Alpine, but that is much more insulated and designed for use in colder conditions. trekitt.co.uk/outdoor-jackets/insulated-jackets/rab-mens-generator-alpine-jacket-marmalade__47469

We better have a re-do then. Got a spare pair you can dust off for us?

The Cirrus Alpine would work as that emergency warm layer in your pack and has the advantage of being synthetic, so will keep you warm even if it gets wet. Unfortunately, there is no definitive answer on a minimum temperature as that will vary based on the individual in question, the overall conditions and their other clothing. A relatively safe bet would be in the low single figures assuming you are wearing a good set of base layers and a fleece or synthetic midlayer. You could further improve its performance by popping a waterproof shell over the top to make it fully wind and waterproof, consequently retaining more heat.

Thank you, it was a rather enjoyable day out for all involved. The exposure with climbing certainly isn't for everybody, good job there's still plenty to see and get to by walking in. Bosigran is a beautiful place to visit regardless of whether you choose to climb or not, highly recommended visiting for the views!

We can only provide anecdotal feedback for Fog, it does seem to hold up better compared to the other lighter colours, but most of the Kanken range will age and patina through use due to the nature of the fabric. If you want to keep a Kanken looking pristine it will require some maintenance.

We've found memory foam to be a great comfort addition to certain boots, but we can appreciate it is not for everyone, hopefully we have enough options with and without memory foam to keep everyone happy with their boot options. Out of curiosity, what is it about memory foam in boots you're not a fan of?