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Keep the midge menace at bay with the Thermacell MR300
As any wild camper knows - particularly those who spend anytime attempting to enjoy the remote beauty of the Scottish Highlands - midges can ruin an otherwise idyllic experience. Head nets and spray-on repellent are an absolute essential, but wearing a mesh bag over your head spoils the views and, let's be honest, is far from stylish, while sprays can often contain unpleasant chemicals that are bad for both you and your kit.
The lightweight Thermacell MR300 offers an alternative solution. Slip in the repellent tablet, fire up the mini butane burner, and enjoy a 20m area of midge free happiness. At least, that's the promise. Does it work in a real-world experience? Well, if a warm, still evening camping on Skye isn't a good test for the MR300, we don't know what is.
Check out this video to see how Trail's gear editor Ben Weeks got on, and whether he survived the midge menace un-netted and unscathed.
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Komentáře

  • @IslandlifeIoW
    @IslandlifeIoW Před 47 minutami

    I’m just looking at an old photo of me on Jack’s rake from 1987. I still remember it well. Sheer adrenaline.

  • @chrisgodfrey6353
    @chrisgodfrey6353 Před 23 hodinami

    For hobbits..

  • @mehrdadsalehifard6378

    man you didnt expain grip material

  • @Impuls3css
    @Impuls3css Před 6 dny

    Hey, great review ! I just have a question, are these zero drop ?

    • @trailmagazine
      @trailmagazine Před 5 dny

      No, these are a 6mm drop.

    • @Impuls3css
      @Impuls3css Před 5 dny

      @@trailmagazine ah shit... The hunt to replace altras continue then, thank you !

  • @Globetrotter-1
    @Globetrotter-1 Před 12 dny

    Crazy loud 🎵 music made it unwatchable. 🙄

  • @analogkid6579
    @analogkid6579 Před 14 dny

    That was excellent. As I've clocked up more miles, I've started to pay more attention to my feet. You're right. It's "more important" than any other piece of kit

  • @bloepje
    @bloepje Před měsícem

    It's just noise on your camera! :-).

  • @stonestreaker
    @stonestreaker Před měsícem

    I thought these were just a Canadian and USA thing because Steve Wallace has one. Great to see them over here.

  • @IgnacioGlezCllo
    @IgnacioGlezCllo Před měsícem

    I used to not be a fan of Decathlon, but once you step into their stores and see how many activities they cater for, and realise that you can kit a family of four for any activity and or holiday event, there's no going back. We literally have close to a hundred items, including clothing, backpacks, snorkel gear (that mostly only gets used in the summers), air beds, cook sets, and even weird games like Peteca (found it in a store in Spain), and an odd 'disc petanque/boules' thing (found in a store in Croatia).

  • @juristimma5366
    @juristimma5366 Před měsícem

    great info...thanks

  • @xjessukx
    @xjessukx Před měsícem

    Im fortunate that i live down the road from one theur stores its great value for kit for my ever growing lad

  • @MrN8073
    @MrN8073 Před měsícem

    Did it earlier today id say its more risky than Crib Goch but only for a short distance. Id avoid completely in wet conditions or very high winds. Good luck.

  • @MrN8073
    @MrN8073 Před měsícem

    Did it earlier today id say its more risky than Crib Goch but only for a short distance. Id avoid completely in wet conditions or very high winds. Good luck.

  • @lins9534
    @lins9534 Před měsícem

    Pure rain shell; Mountain Hardware. Warmer shell: 3L Ortovox with its swiss wool

  • @estant5129
    @estant5129 Před měsícem

    You make it look a doddle--not a word about safety

  • @kaine4524
    @kaine4524 Před 2 měsíci

    Kind of climbed it my second time mountain climbing by accident but was really fun the rest of it is probably better was definitely close to dying that day

  • @Watsupwild
    @Watsupwild Před 2 měsíci

    Im 14 as of now just done this with my dad it was pretty fun and the views were amazing, we were there at the top when the northern lights happened it was amazing! I hate heights but mountaineering is so fun

  • @apro8723
    @apro8723 Před 2 měsíci

    lol why your wife's pace count larger than yours 😆😆

    • @trailmagazine
      @trailmagazine Před 2 měsíci

      Because she has a smaller stride and therefore requires more paces to cover 100m?

  • @jamesnapier6537
    @jamesnapier6537 Před 2 měsíci

    I done it today. I had to break down twice at the top. Never doing it again 😂

  • @alannewton7466
    @alannewton7466 Před 2 měsíci

    Great review but how much is it

  • @zaynismael2003
    @zaynismael2003 Před 3 měsíci

    21/04/2024 We did it Adonis School💪

  • @rosslogan4154
    @rosslogan4154 Před 3 měsíci

    People that read Trail magazine already know everything this guys describing. A more valuable video would be Trail reviewing the current best 4 season boots on the market and providing their recommendations.

    • @trailmagazine
      @trailmagazine Před 3 měsíci

      You can find exactly those reviews in mag!

  • @nathanielrosa1
    @nathanielrosa1 Před 3 měsíci

    Love Innov8. Found them on Black Friday. I use the trailflys for trail running. Very very impressed with their durability. I went for non-waterproof. It's a nonsense for running. Would see the use for walking though when you want all day comfort

  • @tmerrick24
    @tmerrick24 Před 3 měsíci

    I have INOV8 shoes and i think they are awful. The fit is too narrow, they aren't remotely close to being water proof, in fact they're not even close to being water resistant. They also smell horrible, and are the only pair of shoes i have ever owned that smell. I'll never buy their shoes again. The grip is good though.

    • @trailmagazine
      @trailmagazine Před 3 měsíci

      I agree with the slightly narrow fit, but that's exactly what these new ROCLITES address - they're a wider, more anatomical fit. I found them much more comfortable. I've just come back from the Lakes where it was very, VERY wet underfoot, and I tested the shoes with no problems at all. The only time my feet got wet was when I sank in above the ankle, and the boots wouldn't have had that problem - the Gore-Tex lining seems entirely reliable. As for the smell, well, I've not had an issue with previous models, and it's too early to tell with these, but I'll let you know! Ben

  • @NordicOutland-amazon
    @NordicOutland-amazon Před 3 měsíci

    I found the Nordic Outland rain jacket at Amazon, it performs well. Waterproof 10,000mm and breathable 8,000gsm with armpit venting

    • @trailmagazine
      @trailmagazine Před 3 měsíci

      Those figures aren't great, certainly not for year-round use.

    • @NordicOutland-amazon
      @NordicOutland-amazon Před 3 měsíci

      @@trailmagazine Well, it maybe not good for extreme conditions , but it would be good enough for a storm rain. I think it should be ok to last for a few years. And it cost less than $40!

  • @craigdavies1747
    @craigdavies1747 Před 3 měsíci

    Love mine. Especially at £140.

  • @clausalbk1699
    @clausalbk1699 Před 3 měsíci

    Thrudark looking good :)

  • @user-cx4ll4rj1t
    @user-cx4ll4rj1t Před 3 měsíci

    "...nice to finish with the sunset in your eyes"? that would mean coming down in the dark.....are you crazy?

  • @harryclark7404
    @harryclark7404 Před 3 měsíci

    Two buddies of mine are doing Crib Goch this month. They asked me if I wanted to come; not a chance. I love climbing mountains, done all the tallest ones in the UK but I don’t like these sort of knife edges. Neither of them have any experience with scrambles or climbing so lord knows how they’ll get on with it.

  • @linjicakonikon7666
    @linjicakonikon7666 Před 3 měsíci

    I love a good heavy leather boot. Once they are broken in they are heaven. Dry feet are happy feet.

  • @bergeracvandamme
    @bergeracvandamme Před 3 měsíci

    Very comprehensive video.

  • @simonfunwithtrains1572
    @simonfunwithtrains1572 Před 3 měsíci

    Have done many hundreds of miles in the Lake district but never been tempted over sharp edge I never considered doing a walk where a mistake can be the end of everything. I'd rather carry on to enjoy the Lakes than risk falling just for the sake of saying "I've done that." Fabulous view from the top of Blencathra

    • @trailmagazine
      @trailmagazine Před 3 měsíci

      That's an entirely valid point of view. Nobody should feel they have to do anything, and as you say, there's plenty of amazing stuff for everybody in our mountains without anyone having to stray too far out of their comfort zone. Stick to what you enjoy!

  • @frngljav
    @frngljav Před 3 měsíci

    Can u please tell us what are u wearing , what kind of jacket is that and what are those overpants looks like Patagonia. Thanks

    • @trailmagazine
      @trailmagazine Před 3 měsíci

      The jacket is Helly Hansen Odin 9 Worlds 2.0 Outdoor Shell Jacket and the trousers are indeed Patagonia Triolet Alpine Pants.

  • @Wh0CaresAnyway
    @Wh0CaresAnyway Před 4 měsíci

    Thank you for another awesome video🤘 Subscribed

  • @Wh0CaresAnyway
    @Wh0CaresAnyway Před 4 měsíci

    Thank you very much ! Your videos are extremly well done and helpful.

  • @davidperkins337
    @davidperkins337 Před 4 měsíci

    What gloves are shown in the clip as they appear to cover all bases???

    • @trailmagazine
      @trailmagazine Před 4 měsíci

      These are Mountain Hardwear High Exposure gloves.

  • @noexcuses6727
    @noexcuses6727 Před 4 měsíci

    Today is March 17, 2024 and I just found this video from Savannah Georgia USA. Very good instructions and great information. Also, beautiful countryside there!

  • @samroberts9386
    @samroberts9386 Před 4 měsíci

    What trousers are these

  • @Keepingthefaith72
    @Keepingthefaith72 Před 4 měsíci

    Just a video showing you walking around the woods, Still no wiser on how to use one ......

  • @powderhorse6358
    @powderhorse6358 Před 4 měsíci

    Thanks for the nice review! Two questions: Why would you not use the Mid GTX for off-path/heather bashing? Do you think the Mid GTX would be OK for 15-20 km per day? I've most recently used Inoc8 335s for the type of trip in mind, but now I'm looking for something a bit sturdier, that will work woth microspikes/light crampons. Cheers!

    • @trailmagazine
      @trailmagazine Před 4 měsíci

      The Mescalito Mids are essentially approach shoes with a higher ankle cuff. They're very light and comfortable, but also very flexible and not as tough or supportive as proper 3-season hiking boots. For off-path hiking on uneven and unpredictable terrain I'd want something a little burlier - particularly as they are flat soled (there's no cutaway at the heel) so don't offer quite the same level of grip. Ben

  • @geoffcresswell4815
    @geoffcresswell4815 Před 4 měsíci

    by far the worse boot ive ever owned

  • @mackeyboy5442
    @mackeyboy5442 Před 5 měsíci

    1:45 Sorry what did he say? Salapek?

  • @ultimatist
    @ultimatist Před 5 měsíci

    How has the fabric done? I'm leaning toward a cycling jersey in this for CA summers.

  • @townstunsltd6727
    @townstunsltd6727 Před 5 měsíci

    Really clearly advice /really well explained -other than, first aligning the maps Grid North to the compass Magnetic North...

    • @trailmagazine
      @trailmagazine Před 5 měsíci

      At present the difference between magnetic north and grid north in the UK is minimal, and actually zero in many places. The bearing you take from the map will be close enough without having to worry too much about magnetic variation. Plus, for people just starting out in navigation it's another factor that can complicate the learning.

  • @mitch_wbu
    @mitch_wbu Před 5 měsíci

    I would NOT recommend this route in the rain and windy conditions. Very dangerous

  • @khelifimohamedcherif2457
    @khelifimohamedcherif2457 Před 5 měsíci

    Bonjour monsieur. J'ai acheté un appareil comme le vôtre Mais pas de CD Est ce que tu peux m'aider Comment puis-je en obtenir une copie? J'ai beaucoup cherché sur Internet et je n'ai rien trouvé..

  • @dustyroads834
    @dustyroads834 Před 5 měsíci

    I had a Zoleo for 2 years now. It has worked absolutely flawlessly. If fact if I had to choose between paying for cell service or the Zoleo service it would be Zoleo. Just knowing it works anywhere on the planet. (Except in the bottom of a parking garage). You could be floating on a raft in the South Pacific and have a chat with your wife.

  • @UrdnotWrecks
    @UrdnotWrecks Před 5 měsíci

    I live and walk in the far north of Scotland, and bought one of these recently, after seeing a mention in Scottish Mountaineer, the MCoS magazine. I'm in my late sixties, and walk alone, often in remote places with no phone signal. Whilst I'm not doing anything technically difficult these days, I finally decided to get something like a Zoleo, as injuries/ill health are more likely, given my age. If the device enables me to have a few more years in the hills, then it's worth it. I was fortunate with pricing: the device cost me £149 in December, and I received a code when I created an account on the site which waived the one-off registration fee.

  • @ervinslens
    @ervinslens Před 5 měsíci

    Fantastic upload my friend, looks like a completely different planet!

  • @paultrussy4243
    @paultrussy4243 Před 5 měsíci

    Always important to listen to a bearded bloke (pref red hair) with a Rab coat on.