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Why (and How) Hunters Should Use Trekking Poles — The Experience Project [EXP011]
In this video, Steve explains why backcountry hunters should use trekking poles, what to consider when purchasing trekking poles, the mistakes that people make when using trekking poles, and how you can use trekking poles for more than hiking.
To hear an in-depth podcast where Steve & Mark discuss more details about their use of trekking poles, see how to effectively shoot a rifle off of trekking poles, and more, visit: the-experience-project.com/hunters-should-use-trekking-poles/
0:00 - INTRODUCTION
0:40 - HIKING
1:54 - SHELTER
2:17 - SHOOTING
2:53 - SETUP & SPECS
3:56 - PROPER USE
4:35 - CONCLUSION
Our goal with The Experience Project is to provide practical, experience-based, and unbiased information to help you thrive on backcountry hunts... The-Experience-Project.com
To hear an in-depth podcast where Steve & Mark discuss more details about their use of trekking poles, see how to effectively shoot a rifle off of trekking poles, and more, visit: the-experience-project.com/hunters-should-use-trekking-poles/
0:00 - INTRODUCTION
0:40 - HIKING
1:54 - SHELTER
2:17 - SHOOTING
2:53 - SETUP & SPECS
3:56 - PROPER USE
4:35 - CONCLUSION
Our goal with The Experience Project is to provide practical, experience-based, and unbiased information to help you thrive on backcountry hunts... The-Experience-Project.com
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487 | Why (and How) Hunters Should Use Trekking Poles - The Experience Project
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Steve called them, "a multitool of the backcountry." They can prevent injury, allow you to hike further with less fatigue, support a shelter, and enable you to shoot a rifle with more stability from various positions. If you are a backcountry hunter, you should own, carry, and use trekking poles. Period. In this video, Steve & Mark discuss why backcountry hunters should use trekking poles, what...
Headlamps for Backpack Hunters (Should do these things...) - The Experience Project [EXP010]
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In this video, Steve discusses what he looks for in a headlamp, and what headlamps we will be testing and comparing in future content. When backpack hunting, a headlamp may be used for simple task lighting around camp, but it may also be needed to navigate difficult off-trail terrain with a heavy pack on a nighttime packout. A backpack hunter's headlamp needs to balance weight, performance, and...
486 | What A Headlamp Needs To Do - The Experience Project
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When backpack hunting, a headlamp may be used for simple task lighting around camp, but it may also be a critical source of safety as you navigate difficult off-trail terrain with a heavy pack on a nighttime packout. A backpack hunter's headlamp needs to balance weight, performance, and efficiency. In this podcast episode, Steve & Mark discuss the unique demands of headlamps for backpack huntin...
MM 231 | Your Questions on Hammocks, Bows, Trekking Poles, and More...
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Steve and Mark answer your listener questions on this Monday Minute episode. They discuss why they don't use hammocks for backpack hunts, when to use wrist straps with trekking poles, why they aren't talking about bows on The Experience Project, and much more. Resources mentioned in this episode: - Hammock Camping the Right Way (Podcast): exomtngear.com/blogs/podcast/168 - Flying With Firearms ...
The Best Ways to Filter & Carry Water on Backpack Hunts - The Experience Project [EXP009]
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In this video, Steve discusses how he finds, filters, and carries water on multiday backpack hunts - and how that process has changed for him over the years. Water plays a critical role in helping every hunter be safe and effective in the mountains, so this is an important topic for everyone heading into the backcountry. To hear an in-depth podcast where Steve & Mark discuss more details about ...
485 | How We Filter & Carry Water on Backpack Hunts - The Experience Project
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Few things can affect a backpack hunt more than water. When water is plentiful, it becomes an afterthought. But when it is hard to find good water sources, living in the backcountry requires intentionality and effort. In this podcast, we discuss how we find, filter, and carry water on extended hunts. And in addition to this podcast, we have shared a video and links to other resources and resear...
The Clothing Layers You Need for Backpack Hunting - The Experience Project [EXP008]
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In this video, Steve discusses the clothing he uses for backpack hunting and how he combines layers effectively to create a versatile clothing system. In addition to main clothing layers, Steve discusses his thoughts on camo vs solid colors, accessory items (gloves, belts, etc), why gaiters are over-used, and much more. To hear Steve & Mark discuss their clothing systems in an in-depth podcast,...
Rain Gear for Backpack Hunting (What We Are Testing) - The Experience Project [EXP007]
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There are many problems with high-quality rain gear for backpack hunting. To begin with, having a fabric that is both truly waterproof and actually breathable isn't possible. Then there are competing factors of durability and lightweight packability. Then there is the problem with the high price tag, and if that is justified by the performance and true need, based on the conditions that may or ...
484 | The Clothing Layers You Need for Backpack Hunting - The Experience Project
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The hunting market is full of clothing brands - each one offering many types and styles of clothing layers, and often different camouflage patterns. And that is just the hunting market. If you're open to using solid colors for hunting, you can begin to shop for technical apparel from brands outside of the hunting space and have never-ending options on what to buy and wear. It can be hard to und...
483 | Why Backcountry Nutrition Matters (+ Free Resources) - The Experience Project
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At what point does nutrition help or hurt you on a backcountry hunt? When, and how, can your food choices make a difference in your performance? What are some of the common nutrition-related mistakes that hunters make when packing food for a trip? We answer these questions (and many more) with Kyle Kamp of Valley-to-Peak Nutrition. We also share a free nutrition planning spreadsheet, recipes fo...
MM 230 | Your Questions on Bivy & Tarps, 6mm Creedmoor, Binos, Suppressors, and More...
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Steve and Mark answer your listener questions on this Monday Minute episode. They discuss tarp selection, bivy setups, groundsheets, suppressor protection, worn-out boots, factory ammo for 6mm Creedmoor, and more... THE EXPERIENCE PROJECT - the-experience-project.com/ SUBSCRIBE VIA EMAIL - exomtngear.com/newsletter ASK YOUR QUESTION - podcast@exomtngear.com LEAVE A MESSAGE - speakpipe.com/huntb...
Shelters for Backpack Hunting (Bivy, Tarps, Tipis & Tents) - The Experience Project [EXP006]
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In this video, Steve discusses various types of shelters for backpack-style hunting. We discuss basecamp vs backpacking shelters. Go over shelter types, such as bivy, tarps, trekking pole tents, tipis, and traditional tents. Compare materials, including silnylon vs Dyneema (cuben fiber). Talk about freestanding vs non-freestanding shelters. Cover site selection and shelter setup tips. And more....
482 | Shelters for Backpack Hunting (Bivy, Tarps, Tipis & Tents) - The Experience Project
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There are countless shelters on the market. Tents, tarps, and tipis. Materials such as silnylon, silpoly, and Dyneema. Ultralight options rated for 3-season use, and heavy-duty options rated for 4-season use. Single-wall and double-wall. Freestanding and non-freestanding. And the options don't end there! So how do you select the best shelter for your needs? And is there one shelter that can do ...
Steve's 6mm Creedmoor Rifle for Backpack Hunting - The Experience Project [EXP005]
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In this video, Steve discusses the rifle he built for all three of his Alaska hunts this fall. He goes over each component of the rifle (chassis, scope, suppressor, etc), why he chose the 6mm Creedmoor cartridge, what he uses for shooting support (tripod, bipod, etc), how he manages ballistics in the field, and more. To see Mark's custom rifle build, hear an in-depth podcast with Steve & Mark g...
481 | Steve's 6mm Creedmoor Rifle Build - The Experience Project
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481 | Steve's 6mm Creedmoor Rifle Build - The Experience Project
K4 Elk Call Kit - Overview & Installation - Exo Mtn Gear
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K4 Elk Call Kit - Overview & Installation - Exo Mtn Gear
MM 229 | NEW K4 Elk Call Kit, How (and Why) to Rate or Review, and More...
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MM 229 | NEW K4 Elk Call Kit, How (and Why) to Rate or Review, and More...
Sleep Systems for Backpack Hunting (Gear, Tips, & Tricks) - The Experience Project [EXP004]
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Sleep Systems for Backpack Hunting (Gear, Tips, & Tricks) - The Experience Project [EXP004]
480 | Sleep Systems for Backpack Hunting - The Experience Project
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480 | Sleep Systems for Backpack Hunting - The Experience Project
479 | Smaller Caliber Listener Q&A with Form - The Experience Project
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479 | Smaller Caliber Listener Q&A with Form - The Experience Project
MM 228 | Bivy Location for Elk, Bears & Food, Gear Theft at the Trailhead
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MM 228 | Bivy Location for Elk, Bears & Food, Gear Theft at the Trailhead
478 | Planning our Alaska Moose Hunt - The Experience Project
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478 | Planning our Alaska Moose Hunt - The Experience Project
MM 227 | K4 Bugle Tube Holder, DIY Bow Work, Pack Setup
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MM 227 | K4 Bugle Tube Holder, DIY Bow Work, Pack Setup
477 | How to Thrive on Difficult Hunts (with Ben Reynolds) - The Experience Project
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477 | How to Thrive on Difficult Hunts (with Ben Reynolds) - The Experience Project
476 | Shoot Better in the Mountains (with Jon Pynch) - The Experience Project
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476 | Shoot Better in the Mountains (with Jon Pynch) - The Experience Project
475 | Proven Training Methods for the Mountain Hunter - The Experience Project
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475 | Proven Training Methods for the Mountain Hunter - The Experience Project
474 | Final Hunt Prep (Don't Waste Time!) - The Experience Project
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474 | Final Hunt Prep (Don't Waste Time!) - The Experience Project
MM 226 | Following Up on Footwear, Form's Podcast, and More...
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MM 226 | Following Up on Footwear, Form's Podcast, and More...
473 | Using Packrafts for Hunting (What You Need to Know) - The Experience Project
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473 | Using Packrafts for Hunting (What You Need to Know) - The Experience Project
22 creed 787 yards 80 eldx, SMACKED an elk shoulder sounding like a gong last week..
What I never understood was why people think they need a magnum to kill anything but then bring a pistol for bear defense and somehow thats fine? A. 223 is technically more "powerful" than a 10mm cartridge, but you wouldn't dare bring a .223 for bear defense. I'm not arguing against pistols, I think peopes mentality needs to change when considering small rifle cartridges for big game.
Ironic. This is spot on Steve! Three days ago I did my last 19 mile scouting trip in my Kenetrek Hard Scrabbles, and had blisters in places I never had before. Two days ago I also ordered Topo Athletic Traverse! Fingers crossed that my feet will love the Topo's as much as my back and shoulders love my EXO K4! September is closing in FAST! Keep on keepin on!
Another awesome use of trekking poles and the quikstix is to hold up an elk’s leg while you’re skinning it and separating from the carcass. I got this idea from the Gritty guys and used it on a solo hunt last year.
For people that liked the Salomon Quest 4 before they redesigned the it, Salomon just released the Quest Tracker which looks to be dang near identical to the Quest Forces , which are the same design as the previous gen Quest 4’s. And they seem to be a good mix of flexibility and support. These Quest Tracker look like they have the same midsole and outsole as the Quest Elements in this video
Came here to feel like a viking listening to intro
Great info, mine are with me all the time.. I use them for tent, hiking.. it is amazing how much weight they move off your legs
Great video. I’m getting ready to fly to Nevada to assist my son on his antelope hunt. You just reaffirmed my thoughts and idea on how to pack the rifle case….👍
The SNS Archery trekking poles were great. I still have my pair in use 5 years later. I did manage to break the top piece over torquing it in my Argali tipi tent SNS replaced it no charge - which was awesome but expensive for them as Steve said. The twist locks are great. Can't stand the buckle lock models
Who ever promoted a product called sissy sticks is obviously inexperienced person.
Would love to hear your guys thoughts on the wiser precision quik-clip in conjunction with the quik-stix!
We have played with the Quick-Clip briefly, but prefer the simplicity and speed of just resting the rifle without the added attachment.
Who do we need to talk to to turn down the damn intro music? It may just be my car audio, headphones and Bluetooth speakers, but it is loud as heck, and I’m going to guess I’m not alone. Jake, can you help us out??
Agreed. Volume control is all over the place with the intro/voices from podcast to podcast. I’d prefer if it weren’t quite as long as well.
Will check into it!
Good info. Nate
We call it turning on the 4 wheel drive. Essential for packing out meat, or hiking to cover ground.
I have entirely too many sets of trekking poles from peak sissy stix to Leki to black diamond alpines, but those S&S poles are still clearly my go to.
Nailed it! Couldn't agree more on each point.
Out of a need to maintain a family man’s budget, I picked up some earth tone colored Mountain Hardware Stretch Ozonic rain gear on a backpacking/hiking shop clearance rack. They are extremely light with pit zips to dump heat and I have found them to perform very well.
So many big game animals were taken by hunters wearing denim jeans or duck canvas pants with a lumberjack pattern, insulated flannel shirt and the nearly yellow leather gloves. The solids era has been good to me because I can wear the gear for non-hunting events and not stand out in a crowd. Dual purpose saves money!
With rain gear, not a fan of FirstLite stuff? I would love to see their stuff added to this test experience. Great video.
We showed the First Lite Omen in our Rain Gear video and talked about how much we like it, but we haven't had great experiences with lightweight/packable rain gear from FL in the past.
First Lite does have some lightweight stuff that came out, but I always remember John Barklow’s comments about rain gear and buying the best that you can. Something like cry once., haaaaa!!!!
Setting up a Teepee "properly" is a lot of work! Just popping it up is easy! Keeping dry inside. Proper "setup" for smoke control. "Entrance" pointed in the right direction. AND, course tied out properly for wind control - So it doesn' "tip" over in the middle of the night!
I’m super excited to see you teaming with Outdoor Vitals. I love their gear. Their Sun Hoodies are a staple in my travel bag and I wear them year round. They work as a light base layer and are awesome to travel in. Love your videos. It’s nice to see honest reviews and info on all products.
Best boot n sock n insole video I’ve heard yet! But we’re we’re hunting here in Alberta Canada we get -20 to -40°C trust me buddy you will be wearing insulated boots and leather ones preferably over 8 inches if you don’t you’ll be back in the truck within an hour
Really appreciate the work put into these videos. And, love the rebranding and new intro and music!
LOVE this series!! Keep it up! Love seeing your thoughts on gear When you are doing a bivy sack, where do you put your pack? Especially if it's going to rain
If using a bivy in the rain, we generally have our tarp, which has enough space to cover our pack/gear as well. Another option would be to have a contractor bag on hand for gear cover/storage overnight.
Red light is personally irrelevant to me. Close up autodim and moonlight or very low setting modes for me are far more important. Keep it up!
Fenix is the best.
What model is your recommendation?
I run the Peax and the Fenix HM50R. only drawback i found with the peax is it slowly slides down my head. going to run a little silicon on the band and see if that helps. Fenix has been amazing so far hardly notice its on your head and the size for performance is great.
Im running 2 -NU25's and a petzel E light for backup.
Has to have red LED. Has to have a metal frame. Prefer Bluetooth capable to fine tune the brightness levels. And something NEEDS to be said about headlamp etiquette! Stop looking at people with your freakin 12,000 lumen torch! You want the power of the sun on your forehead, take responsibility for blinding people. Also, I live in an Alaskan town where people pay big money to visit and vacation too. They walk down our roads at night with their bright headlamps looking at houses and into windows without realizing what they are doing. Turn those lumens down you scared-i-cats😂 ! Those people are the same who say: “I love hiking/camping in the dark”. Then proceed to turn the immediate area into daylight with all their lights. 🤷🏻♂️🤦🏻♂️ Just something to consider, you know, to be considerate. 👍
All these vids have been great so far but I disagree with the complaints on Peax with this one. Peax by far has the best red light - that should be a consideration here. Complaining about a headache with the Peax being an extra ounce seems whiny and likely not true. That would be like whining you get a headache blowing up your sleeping pad instead of using a battery operated blowup one, which you yourself said you shouldn’t even be out there if you can’t do that which I agree with.
My thoughts exactly. The headlamp is unnoticeable most of the time because I wear a hat in every season. Nobody notices an extra oz that’s just ridiculous nitpicking. Like you said the red light is the best and the battery life is fantastic. Peax did a great job
I would imagine manufacturers play with temperature to “achieve” their run time estimates.
I have a Fenix HM50R V2 and a Petzl Swift RL. I have not been using the Petzl as much since getting the Fenix. The Fenix is just a lot lighter when wearing and battery management is super easier.
I'm guessing the comments will have a lot of differnt headlamps people like - which is awesome reference for those looking into one. My favoret BY FAR is the O-Lamp Perun 2. First the Con - its one of the heavier headlamps (personally I dont care). Pros (and there are a lot) - 3 main settings (not included strobe and SOS also) plus super bright setting my buddies and me call Daylight Mode (its that brignt) / fully rechargeable / recharge outlet is magnetic / magnetic charging base allows you to stick the lamp anywhere metal around camp to use as alternate light source / memory setting / close to person or object autodim / great beam intensity and spotlighting / at lower power great wide beam / side and top head band to assure solid fit / 360 pivot for whatever angle you want the light and easily turned / Can be removed easily from the headlamp strap to turn into a regular flashlight or even have clip added to attach to bino harness or other items / low battery vibration notification / lockout mode / moonlight mode / long runtime - if you cant tell I am a big fan. Nothing else comes close for me but some may not like the size/weight factor. Personally for me an extra 2 ounces give or take for a premium piece of kit is more than worth it . Its a great all around headlamp. If weight and size really is a turnoff for some I'd suggest the Fenix HM 50R V2 1lumen.com/review/olight-perun-2/
Does it have a red light?
lol @ the Peax headlamp being too heavy for you
It;s twice as heavy as my BD.
@@travisscott6257 cool. it’s literally unnoticeable on my head
@@travisscott6257 a 4oz headlamp is not heavy and it runs for 60 hours. I hardly notice it while I’m wearing it
I’ve got that nu25 and been happy, especially compared to my previous headlamp which was a freakishly underpowered floor only lamp. I had never thought of the option to operate while charging that’s great, when you get back from Alaska- maybe talk about your battery bank also? I’ve got a nitecore 10,000 but probably want to add a second bank or get something bigger for this year.
I have to say I really like my Fenix HM65R with the only slight annoyance being the headband is kind of small. I don't think I have a freakishly big head but even at the band's most relaxed state it's still a little tighter than I'd like.
Steve, you've said that your tarp isn't available anymore and you don't have a specific recommendation. What would you look for in a new tarp? I'm interested in trying out the tarp/bivy setup, but I'm not sure which tarps to consider.=
Testing rain gear is incredibly easy, put it on and get in the shower. Simple!
That would be an incomplete test, which doesn't assess durability, breathability, performance under a pack, and other factors that real hunting would replicate.
@@ExoMtnGear having grown up on the island of Kodiak, AK if a garment is your water protective layer it would seem testing how waterproof and how long for the garment to wet through would be a primary test. All your other tests would seem to also be important but secondary to the primary function of the garment. Almost without exception the less breathable the waterproof unless pit zips are included. Great video
Love my K4 pack and all the info you guys put out. Very well thought out. PLEASE, get into the Bino harness game. I haven’t found an option I like. I feel like you guys could really optimize that piece of gear.
Have gunnar Allen on the owner of ghost bull out of Astoria his rain gear is built different and 100% American made
Great videos and podcasts! What do you guys use for back up filtration if a filter goes out? Bring tablets just in case or vigilance on clean water/not letting a filter freeze is sufficient?
Do you guys ever test Stone Glacier or no because they are a competitor? Interested in hearing your thoughts on their outdoor apparel geared towards hunting. thanks
We haven't had an opportunity to test all of the hunting-focused apparel. It would be hard to try it all, even if you only stuck to hunting brands. But since we use/test a lot of non-hunting brands, the even further limits our ability to truly test every option out there.
Hey guys for what's its worth here's my opinion on the trekking pole straps no straps controversy non-controversy after almost two decades of using them. In elk country straps are awesome, in rocky mountain big horn country they suck. Going up steep rocky crags you find yourself always having to pulling your hands out of the straps to grip the poles below the grips. Coming down steep knarwly crags the palms of your hands are on the very top of the poles more often than they are on the grips. In this scenario the strap winds up between the palm of your hand and the top of the pole, uncomfortable as hell. So elk and deer hunting I use my poles that have straps, sheep hunting I go without. In both scenarios I use velcro to tie my poles together to use them as shooting sticks when the time comes. Best of luck in Alaska, Mike
Awesome
Which model of brynje bottoms are you using ?
The Wool Thermo Base bottoms
Any experience with the platypus filter?
Yes, we have used it a fair amount. It is just OK. Definitely not as good as the other options we talked about. (Slower, proprietary connection, etc)
Pomly locomotion
Nature Hike Massive tent best hunting tent I’ve used
Simple man, unconventional but smart.
Well I learnt something… I tried a quilt for the first time last weekend. Pretty cheap 35 degree quilt on a 4.4r pad. I was pretty warm at 50 degrees. Here’s the anomaly- I was in a argali floorless shelter 🤦♂️ which means I couldn’t stick a leg out for warmth. Definitely think that floorless shelters work better with sleeping bags.