Even when you don’t find something you consider a “good deal” shopping for things you enjoy is always an adventure in itself. Kind of like my wife “Christmas shopping”.
Thank you for bringing the gear down to my level of income. Social security and small pension from the Bricklayers Union barely leaves a budget for getting outdoors without suffering the elements. I worked outside for 35 years in budget gear from Walls and Wrangler and great sales on Carhart. Tip of the hat and a nod for making it real.
Thanks for the kind words my friend. The woods are not an exclusive domain, they are for all of us however expensive or inexpensive our gear is. Thanks for watching!
My snowshoes are also one of my best thrift store scores. I got a mint pair of MSR Denali shoes for $6.99cad. They retailed for about $160. Funny thing was my wife dragged me to the thrift store that day. I really didn't want to go, but I sure was glad I did. I kept the value village price sticker on them until it couldn't be read anymore.
Great clothing snags. I know the predecessor to that jacket and its predecessors. We were issued sheepskin coats in the Cdn reserves in the 60's. Mind you even over age 75, I'd be too warm shoeing in that garb; the coat would be in a backpack.
An other great video wade. Lots of great bargains items. Speaking of bargain item 😉 you asked me to let you know my comments about the Privateer knife from Derrick. I received it for my bday last week and I just love it. Thanks to you to have found a great Canadian-made product. Derricks did a great job.
Looking is half the adventure. My wife scored a 5 point Hudson Bay blanket made in England for 5 dollars at a yard sale. I love that blanket. It maybe wool an a little heavy but it's the warmest. I think I like looking for an making my own gear.
Thanks for the great video. You're right, these days it's all about spending to impress. I live off grid, and I'm a nomad with my self built prairie waggon and at present training a bull to be my horse. My gear is all second hand or military, it does a great job and, well if people are going to comment on my not following the brand name, well... Not my problem :-)
I really appreciate your approach to this subject !!! I sincerely appreciate a regular guy talking about things that we can all get that aren't from friken Finland, or Sweden or friken Norway !!!
Thank you very much for the vid. If that hat protect you in -31˚c then it´s rabbit for me too. I´m jealous about all the snow and the perfect weather you have. Have a great day. Ha en bra dag. The Swede.
Wade Brother...great job. I particularly like the mitts and the snowshoes. I am thinking of getting a pair of those Huron/Algonquin Snowshoes, there are lots on EBay for about $65...but can't beat your price! I also like the Canadian Milsurp Jacket, it has some great features. My greatest and most recent bargain was a Kelly Kettle (as good as new with leaflet and storage bag)...these retail at over $120CDN...I found this in a thrift store for $5.00....YES...five dollars! I am happy to report that we are having similar weather here in the Interior of BC. Take care friend!
Great informative video with lots of useful info 👌🏻 Thanks for sharing this with us Wade 😁👍🏻⛺️ And great to see you out and about again 🌤🌲🌤 See you on the next one
Great deals Wade! I'm also a bargain hunter, sometimes I think I will go broke saving money. Great video brother. I really enjoyed watching and have a great day. Tennessee
Hey great deals you've found there. Congrats on the successful bargain hunting. I'm always conflicted when it comes to bargain hunting. On one hand I love a good deal, I love to have gear that works best in any of the many different ways I like to enjoy the outdoors and I like to have extras that I can outfit friends with in a pinch. On the other hand I don't like to horde all the good deals, and my gear takes up a lot of my space. I need a big purge so I can free up some space and do that others can find some decent gear at a bargain.
Yup I hear you. Someone said that they are going to go broke saving money lol. You shouldnt buy every bargain you see, only the ones you will use. Take care bud.👍
Excellent video Wade and some great advice! I think your bargain hunting skills rival your Bushcraft skills!👍 I love your new term “Thread Injector” it’s great .🤣 And your message of doing what we can to let us spend more time outdoors is spot on! Thank you for braving such cold conditions to bring us this video and your one on budget gear. 🥶 Have a great week. Best wishes to you and your family.
Thanks for the good advice ... I get so sick of the Bushcraft Richies that only talk about expensive clothing from Finland or Sweden ... the shit costs a fortune !!! I don't have a fortune !!!
It's nice to treat yourself to a nice item once in a while but good quality gear can be had for a fraction of the cost. Thanks for watching my friend 👍
Really good video Wade ....I've always had good luck with military surplus over the last 30 years..... Can't go wrong....the important take away is it doesn't take expensive gear to get out and enjoy Bushcrafting . Have a great week!!
I wish i could give two thumbs up. This is also how I shop. My latest find was a Bahco bow saw. Sharp as new, $7 usd. The paint is flaking off, but i have tool and paint skills;) Thanks for making these, Wade. Love seeing others shop wisely. Except for beer, life is too short for cheap beer:) Enjoy your day.
Mike Bunn 4 hours ago Hi Wade - just recently found your channel, great videos and info. I have been snowshoeing for years and found that downhill ski poles that you can get at any thrift store are great for adding stability and climbing hills on the snowshoes. I think I got mine for $2. Keep up the great work. Mike
Nice duds dude 👍😀 Just kidding, very nice words I appreciate that.All joking aside that’s some great clothing I love milspec as well.You can also find really great deals on winter clothing at sporting goods. Look for end of the season,when their trying to get rid of items.
You're welcome buddy👍. Off season shopping is another great way to do it. I've bought winter gear in July and saved a lot of money. Take care my friend. 👊
Some awesome bargains you got my friend. Outstanding Shopping skills Sir!.. Looks like a great day for a romp in the fresh powder. Thank you for taking the time to share. All the best to you and your family.. MIC
EXCELLENT demo and advice and encouragement!!! You’re the BEST! I admit, though, that I was nervous as heck the whole time you had your gloves and/or coat off- I don’t tolerate cold well at all, so I was vicariously freezing on your behalf! 😂😂 Keep the vids coming, and stay warm & safe & happy 💐
Right on! Thrift is the key! Good job! My kinda shoppin'! Hahaha " thread injector", I use the old school style of this ... Hook needle! Works great! ATB from sunny Wintergarden,Florida😎!
$7.00 for the hat? Get out of town! I need to find me a hat like that for 7. Then I’ll put the money I saved for the mitts. Nice work on these past two vids...great content!
czcams.com/video/pv_4lNvIX1c/video.html I did a review here of Aquaquest tarps. I recommend them at the price they are offered at. Sometimes they have great sales so keep your eyes peeled!
Thank goodness you managed to rescue those amazing snow shoes 😃 great advice as ever. Most of my outdoor clothing comes from either a local surplus store, I keep checking in to see if they have a Norwegian shirt in my size 🤞, or I go to a sportswear discount store, they sell Karrimor (not sure if you get this brand in Canada) and I find their clothing really good. Thanks for sharing Wade 👍.
I find people being touchy about OD green coats odd. If I wear my US OD green M65 in town no ones touchy because the fashion police told them that's fine at the moment. It's all a bit Sheepy really.
Great job on your deals,those combat jackets are very good and if you get the chance mention about the zipper on the bottom so you can fold the jacket into its own bag ,a really neat idea to keep it and the contents secured and the ability to carry it around, great job ,
Great video Wade :) You have better thrift shops than we do here mate. Here they only seem to sell old dresses and ornaments lol. Like you say military surplus stores are always a good place to look. I was rummaging around ours the other week and picked up a pair of ex issue waterproof salopettes for work. A bargain at £25. I like that jacket you picked up. Do you get Sealskinz products in Canada? I swear by their socks. Everything is waterproof and breathable. The socks and gloves are a life saver here in the winter time. Always good to catch up with brother, all the best, Mark :)
Hey Mark. Unfortunately we sort through quite a lot of trash before we find treasure here too lol. That's a bargain buddy on the salopettes and I'm sure they are great quality as well. I've heard of Sealskinz but never looked into them, perhaps I should. Thanks for the tip mate and talk to you soon! Wade
Great video, what about your base layers? I’m in North Eastern Ontario an snowshoes in equal and colder you don’t mess around just keep moving, 4 and 5 KM trails are pretty much all in thick bush so I don’t worry about windchill.
Hi, I spoke about my base layers. I was wearing two very thin layers. A poly next to my skin and a very thin merino layer over that. It works very well. Thanks for watching!👍
Woodswalker 1965 that is too clothes for me, I’m wearing long underwear light T-shirt 2 fleece woodies and light insulated snowboard pants, I get back to my truck soaked 4 km in 1 hour 10 minutes.
Any thrift store will eventually have a treasure. Value Village is a popular one. For Mil Surplus I shop online at MTLArmoury in Quebec Canada. Thanks for watching👍
Very nice. It is always good to be reminded that there are many ways to find good gear. But, what I really want to know is what camera and Mike were you using to shoot these last two videos? I know you probably get that question a lot but given the temperature last time I tried to shoot something that called my battery died remarkably fast.
Hi Kenneth. It's a Canon SL2 with a Rode shotgun mic. I went through 2 batteries on this day. I bring 3 batteries with me and I can charge with a power pack as well. Seems to be working out ok so far. Thanks for watching and for the question!👍
Always lije Rode. I suppose the real trck is better ng prepared. I hadn’t really planned to bideo the recent lunar eclipse so shouldn’t have been surprised as the poir iphone with external mic and extra battery didn’t last long. Toss in shooting at night to add to the challenge. I’m pretty sure my old Lumix would’ve done less well.
(apparently my comment got lost while trying to skip over an ad) ....anyway, as I tried to post before, it doesn't have to be a fashion show! Get whatever you can source that is functional, and show off your skills instead. Most of my favorite gear is old, with multiple repairs, was purchased used, or I made it myself. NONE of it is Pinterest worthy! The woodland creatures won't care what you look like, and your trips will be more fun if you aren't mentally burdened with consumerism credit card debt.
www.herooutdoors.com/canadian-armed-forces-gore-tex-iecs-combat-jacket-olive-drab/ Hereis a link to where I purchased the jacket. I paid $29.99 off the rack in the store,
Hi Wade - just recently found your channel, great videos and info. I have been snowshoeing for years and found that downhill ski poles that you can get at any thrift store are great for adding stability and climbing hills on the snowshoes. I think I got mine for $2. Keep up the great work. Mike
Ooops sorry about that! Try this one: www.herooutdoors.com/canadian-armed-forces-gore-tex-iecs-combat-jacket-olive-drab/ Prices vary of course. There is a supplier in Montreal called MTL Armoury. I've dealt with him before, check him out too.
www.herooutdoors.com/canadian-airforce-issue-gore-tex-iecs-combat-jacket-used/ Here is a link to where I bought my jacket. I paid 29.99 off the rack in store.
Hey! I posted a link in the description to where I got the jacket. They are online, but Hero Outdoors has a brick and mortar store in Oshawa. I'm not aware of any Milsurp in the Kawarthas. 👍
Even when you don’t find something you consider a “good deal” shopping for things you enjoy is always an adventure in itself. Kind of like my wife “Christmas shopping”.
Yes that's true, combing through the racks is good fun "retail therapy" they call it. Thanks for watching👍
Thank you for bringing the gear down to my level of income. Social security and small pension from the Bricklayers Union barely leaves a budget for getting outdoors without suffering the elements. I worked outside for 35 years in budget gear from Walls and Wrangler and great sales on Carhart. Tip of the hat and a nod for making it real.
Thanks for the kind words my friend. The woods are not an exclusive domain, they are for all of us however expensive or inexpensive our gear is. Thanks for watching!
My snowshoes are also one of my best thrift store scores. I got a mint pair of MSR Denali shoes for $6.99cad. They retailed for about $160. Funny thing was my wife dragged me to the thrift store that day. I really didn't want to go, but I sure was glad I did.
I kept the value village price sticker on them until it couldn't be read anymore.
That's a great deal! We should always listen to our wives😂😂
@@Woodswalker1965 oh god, if you knew how many times I've heard that.
Great clothing snags. I know the predecessor to that jacket and its predecessors. We were issued sheepskin coats in the Cdn reserves in the 60's. Mind you even over age 75, I'd be too warm shoeing in that garb; the coat would be in a backpack.
Thanks for your insights, you speak from experience!👍
All of the sourdoughs in the Klondike and Alaska used lamp wicking for bindings and of course for there lamps in their cabins. Duel purpose.
It works very well too! Thanks for watching my friend👍
My dad had on of those hats. I borrowed it all the time. Very warm. That jacket looks awesome. Really cool video 👍
Thanks buddy, much appreciated!👊
Wade, you are quite the shopper and video maker thanks.
😂👍 Thanks buddy! HaHa
Awesome video my friend Full of great information! Thanks so much for sharing and have a blessed one
Thank you for your kind words! I appreciate your support!👊
An other great video wade. Lots of great bargains items. Speaking of bargain item 😉 you asked me to let you know my comments about the Privateer knife from Derrick. I received it for my bday last week and I just love it. Thanks to you to have found a great Canadian-made product. Derricks did a great job.
Awesome, glad you like it! Derrick always outdoes himself. Thanks for the update brother and for supporting the channel!
Looking is half the adventure. My wife scored a 5 point Hudson Bay blanket made in England for 5 dollars at a yard sale. I love that blanket. It maybe wool an a little heavy but it's the warmest. I think I like looking for an making my own gear.
That's a great score👍! DIY is a great way to go as well! Thanks for watching my friend.
Great video. Keep warm and keep 'em coming.
Thanks my friend, I always appreciate your support and comments! 👍
Thanks for the great video.
You're right, these days it's all about spending to impress.
I live off grid, and I'm a nomad with my self built prairie waggon and at present training a bull to be my horse.
My gear is all second hand or military, it does a great job and, well if people are going to comment on my not following the brand name, well... Not my problem :-)
"You be you" buddy. That's the right path to be on👊
I really appreciate your approach to this subject !!! I sincerely appreciate a regular guy talking about things that we can all get that aren't from friken Finland, or Sweden or friken Norway !!!
Thanks brother!👍
You picked up some dam good scores! Your right, patience and always keep an eye out will get top gear. 👍
Thank you brother, I appreciate you watching and for your comments👊
Woodswalker 1965 you got my support🍻
Thank you very much for the vid. If that hat protect you in -31˚c then it´s rabbit for me too. I´m jealous about all the snow and the perfect weather you have. Have a great day. Ha en bra dag. The Swede.
Thank you! Ha em gra dag to you as well my friend. From Canada!👊
Almost right! :)
🤣🤣Well you get the idea!
Wade Brother...great job. I particularly like the mitts and the snowshoes. I am thinking of getting a pair of those Huron/Algonquin Snowshoes, there are lots on EBay for about $65...but can't beat your price! I also like the Canadian Milsurp Jacket, it has some great features. My greatest and most recent bargain was a Kelly Kettle (as good as new with leaflet and storage bag)...these retail at over $120CDN...I found this in a thrift store for $5.00....YES...five dollars! I am happy to report that we are having similar weather here in the Interior of BC. Take care friend!
5 bucks are you serious!!!😀 That's a great deal brother, well done! Deals like that keep you going back right! Thanks for watching. Take care👍
Great informative video with lots of useful info 👌🏻
Thanks for sharing this with us Wade 😁👍🏻⛺️
And great to see you out and about again 🌤🌲🌤
See you on the next one
Thanks Tom, talk to you soon buddy. Take care 🌲❄🍻😎👍
Snow is crackle under legs... wow it's cold
Yes it sure was cold! Thanks for watching my friend!
Nice strip tease! Lol thanks for reviewing the flip side! It’s all good as long as one is comfortable!
Thank you haha. I'm not against expensive gear, I have some myself but as you said there is a flip side. Take care my friend👍
I always go into the charity shops, eBay, high street shops to find a bargain a good video thanks for sharing ATB and God bless you.
Thank you. It's amazing what you can find!👍
Great deals Wade! I'm also a bargain hunter, sometimes I think I will go broke saving money. Great video brother. I really enjoyed watching and have a great day. Tennessee
Haha go broke saving money, I love it! Thanks a lot buddy!
Hey great deals you've found there. Congrats on the successful bargain hunting.
I'm always conflicted when it comes to bargain hunting. On one hand I love a good deal, I love to have gear that works best in any of the many different ways I like to enjoy the outdoors and I like to have extras that I can outfit friends with in a pinch.
On the other hand I don't like to horde all the good deals, and my gear takes up a lot of my space. I need a big purge so I can free up some space and do that others can find some decent gear at a bargain.
Yup I hear you. Someone said that they are going to go broke saving money lol. You shouldnt buy every bargain you see, only the ones you will use. Take care bud.👍
Excellent video Wade and some great advice! I think your bargain hunting skills rival your Bushcraft skills!👍 I love your new term “Thread Injector” it’s great .🤣 And your message of doing what we can to let us spend more time outdoors is spot on! Thank you for braving such cold conditions to bring us this video and your one on budget gear. 🥶 Have a great week. Best wishes to you and your family.
Thank you I appreciate that comment you are very kind👊! Take care, stay warm my friend!👍
P.S. If you find the babiche annoying in wet weather, very heavy fishing line makes a great replacement.
Thanks for the tip, much appreciated👍
You are an excellent shopper and always looking for bargain-Good info !
Thank you! You wont find great deals every time but every once in a while you grab a great deal! Take care👍
$29.00 for a Good Mil. jacket !!! Awesome Dude !!!
I love it! Thanks man!
"Look...... I need a hat" LOL 🤣 Very good Wade, you are clearly a bargain hunter, great heads up 👍
Haha thanks buddy! I guess you had your share of military gear over the years😉😎!
Nice one yet again another thumbs up mate 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Thanks bro!
Woodswalker 1965 👍🏻👌
That’s where I score all my gear, on the cheap with a ton of patients. Good stuff!
Patience is the key for sure. Eventually you will score a deal!
Outstanding! Challenge accepted.
All right, looking forward to your finds Doug!😀👊😎
Great video top draw thanks for sharing stay safe
Hi John, I appreciate that👍😎
Awesome video! Looks like great gear for a great price
Thanks a lot!😁
Great finds I too hit the thrift store lots of bargan there I subbed great video take care brother
Thank you brother I appreciate that! Take care and see you on the next one!👊
Thanks for the good advice ... I get so sick of the Bushcraft Richies that only talk about expensive clothing from Finland or Sweden ... the shit costs a fortune !!! I don't have a fortune !!!
It's nice to treat yourself to a nice item once in a while but good quality gear can be had for a fraction of the cost. Thanks for watching my friend 👍
Good video I like to shop for bargains myself.
Half the fun is in the search I believe! Thanks for watching👍
Really good video Wade ....I've always had good luck with military surplus over the last 30 years..... Can't go wrong....the important take away is it doesn't take expensive gear to get out and enjoy Bushcrafting . Have a great week!!
You got it! If you want to spend big money....go for it. If you dont, you dont have to. Thanks Kurt, take care!👍
Nice findings!
Thanks Jeff!👊
I wish i could give two thumbs up. This is also how I shop. My latest find was a Bahco bow saw. Sharp as new, $7 usd. The paint is flaking off, but i have tool and paint skills;)
Thanks for making these, Wade. Love seeing others shop wisely.
Except for beer, life is too short for cheap beer:)
Enjoy your day.
You are exactly right. Save the pennies for the good beer😁🍻
Perfect budget minded but super efficient gear Wade ! Really like the snowshoes and bindings. Very cool vid again my friend 👍👊🇨🇦🌲
Thanks Brutherz! 👊🌲🍻
Mike Bunn
4 hours ago
Hi Wade - just recently found your channel, great videos and info. I have been snowshoeing for years and found that downhill ski poles that you can get at any thrift store are great for adding stability and climbing hills on the snowshoes. I think I got mine for $2.
Keep up the great work. Mike
Great video and I really like these kind of clothing. I always also look for good bargobs in this. But I can not stand velcro .
Thanks for watching! 👍🔥🌲❄️
Nice duds dude 👍😀 Just kidding, very nice words I appreciate that.All joking aside that’s some great clothing I love milspec as well.You can also find really great deals on winter clothing at sporting goods. Look for end of the season,when their trying to get rid of items.
You're welcome buddy👍. Off season shopping is another great way to do it. I've bought winter gear in July and saved a lot of money. Take care my friend. 👊
Good video buddy. Alot of excellent suggestions
Thanks brother!
Some awesome bargains you got my friend. Outstanding Shopping skills Sir!.. Looks like a great day for a romp in the fresh powder. Thank you for taking the time to share. All the best to you and your family.. MIC
Thanks so much! All the best to and yours as well, I appreciate your support 👍😎
EXCELLENT demo and advice and encouragement!!! You’re the BEST! I admit, though, that I was nervous as heck the whole time you had your gloves and/or coat off- I don’t tolerate cold well at all, so I was vicariously freezing on your behalf! 😂😂 Keep the vids coming, and stay warm & safe & happy 💐
Haha I sure was glad to get that coat back on ! Thanks so much for watching and your kind comments. Take care👊
The Warden and yourself sure are some first rate bargain hunters. That's some quality gear on the cheap.
More her than me. I reap the benefits of her hard work!😀
Right on! Thrift is the key! Good job! My kinda shoppin'! Hahaha " thread injector", I use the old school style of this ... Hook needle! Works great! ATB from sunny Wintergarden,Florida😎!
Thanks Bill, stay cool brother!🌞
JACKPOT I Said JACKPOT = Wade ! Pays to be Patient ! Great Winter Wear there, Friend ! ATB T God Bless
Thanks Terry, great to hear from you👊👍!
always look at 2hand stores myself
You never know what you can find
Great video! Keep it up.
Thank you my friend!.👍👊
$7.00 for the hat? Get out of town! I need to find me a hat like that for 7. Then I’ll put the money I saved for the mitts. Nice work on these past two vids...great content!
Thanks Scotty! Once in a while I get lucky. Keep looking! Take care, Wade
7$ for the hat excellent score
Yup, and like I said I NEED a hat!😂
Will you do another on sleeping bags, tents, tarps, etc.?
Thanks for watching! I may in the future. Thanks very much for your input, I appreciate it! 👍
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I did a review here of Aquaquest tarps. I recommend them at the price they are offered at. Sometimes they have great sales so keep your eyes peeled!
I have a video coming out soon about others to wear in sub zero ... but its sure not for the budget watchers! Great video Wade !
That will be interesting Steve, looking forward to it!
Excellent video Wade.
Thank you kindly, much appreciated!
Great video!
Thank you very much!
You have come across a lot of awesome bargains there, Wade! Thanks for sharing. Many blessings and take care my friend, Nikki.
Hi Nikki, patience is the key, eventually a bargain is found! Take care my friend!👊
Woodswalker 1965 hahaha that’s not my strongest suit 😂🤦♀️😉
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Very cool 🤠
Thanks for watching buddy!
I like this !
Thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed it!👍👊
Thanks great information. 🇨🇦👍
Thanks for watching bud!👍
Thanks for the video! !!
You're welcome, I appreciate you watching friend!
Great job! People needed to know the could go out for less the cost of a Swedish axe!!
True! It's always good to have options, thanks very much!👍😀
5$ ??? Awesome !!!
Thank goodness you managed to rescue those amazing snow shoes 😃 great advice as ever. Most of my outdoor clothing comes from either a local surplus store, I keep checking in to see if they have a Norwegian shirt in my size 🤞, or I go to a sportswear discount store, they sell Karrimor (not sure if you get this brand in Canada) and I find their clothing really good. Thanks for sharing Wade 👍.
Hey Mike. Yes we have Karrimor up here, great stuff! Good luck in the surplus stores! Wade
Great Video !!!
Thanks very much my friend!
great scores !!!!!!
Sure was! Thanks for watching!👍
👍🇨🇦🇸🇪Utmärkt min vän!! Excellent my friend!!
Thank you brother, I appreciate that!👍
Great looking clothing 👍👍. Nothing like a good bargain!
You know it! Thanks for your support!👍
You gotta love a bargain !! inexpensive doesn't mean cheap, there's a ton of good gear to be had second hand !!
For sure Wayne, if you keep at it some great gear can be found. Thanks for watching!
Great video man
Thanks brother, much appreciated!
Nice video !
Thank you my friend!
As always - excellent! Thanks!!!
Thank you very much I appreciate you watching and taking the time to comment!👍
I find people being touchy about OD green coats odd. If I wear my US OD green M65 in town no ones touchy because the fashion police told them that's fine at the moment. It's all a bit Sheepy really.
Yup, strange times indeed.
Great job on your deals,those combat jackets are very good and if you get the chance mention about the zipper on the bottom so you can fold the jacket into its own bag ,a really neat idea to keep it and the contents secured and the ability to carry it around, great job ,
Yes true I forgot to mention that info, it's a great feature! Thanks for the reminder👊👍
If you get the chance try the cdn windpants ,they are great ,
I'll keep that in mind brother, thanks!
Love wool.
Yes Sir, I've never seen a cold sheep!😂. Thanks for watching John👍
Great video Wade :) You have better thrift shops than we do here mate. Here they only seem to sell old dresses and ornaments lol. Like you say military surplus stores are always a good place to look. I was rummaging around ours the other week and picked up a pair of ex issue waterproof salopettes for work. A bargain at £25. I like that jacket you picked up. Do you get Sealskinz products in Canada? I swear by their socks. Everything is waterproof and breathable. The socks and gloves are a life saver here in the winter time. Always good to catch up with brother, all the best, Mark :)
Hey Mark. Unfortunately we sort through quite a lot of trash before we find treasure here too lol. That's a bargain buddy on the salopettes and I'm sure they are great quality as well.
I've heard of Sealskinz but never looked into them, perhaps I should. Thanks for the tip mate and talk to you soon! Wade
Good video ,
Thank you my friend!👍
nice
Thank you for watching!👍
Good video. I am going to start calling you 'Thrifty'. Those are some sweet deals! atb!
"Thrifty" I like it haha! Take care bud!👊😂
Great video, what about your base layers? I’m in North Eastern Ontario an snowshoes in equal and colder you don’t mess around just keep moving, 4 and 5 KM trails are pretty much all in thick bush so I don’t worry about windchill.
Hi, I spoke about my base layers. I was wearing two very thin layers. A poly next to my skin and a very thin merino layer over that. It works very well. Thanks for watching!👍
Woodswalker 1965 that is too clothes for me, I’m wearing long underwear light T-shirt 2 fleece woodies and light insulated snowboard pants, I get back to my truck soaked 4 km in 1 hour 10 minutes.
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Hi Wade, which outfitters and surplus stores are you frequenting for thinks like your rabbit 🐰 hat, and Gortex gaiters?
Any thrift store will eventually have a treasure. Value Village is a popular one. For Mil Surplus I shop online at MTLArmoury in Quebec Canada.
Thanks for watching👍
Thread injector. Lololololol!
Yes! Are we not still MEN??🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣Take care brother
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Thanks for watching!👍
I'm dumbfounded that people overlook milsurp stuff. I've never worn anything warmer than a surplus parka. Those things are nigh impermeable.
Yup! They are made for tough use! Thanks very much for the great comment my friend!
New sub..👍👍 Great Channel....
Thank you, I hope you like future content as well. Take care!
@@Woodswalker1965 I know we will .. I have a channel as well if u get a chance check it out.👍👍
I will brother!👊
Very nice. It is always good to be reminded that there are many ways to find good gear.
But, what I really want to know is what camera and Mike were you using to shoot these last two videos? I know you probably get that question a lot but given the temperature last time I tried to shoot something that called my battery died remarkably fast.
Hi Kenneth. It's a Canon SL2 with a Rode shotgun mic. I went through 2 batteries on this day. I bring 3 batteries with me and I can charge with a power pack as well. Seems to be working out ok so far.
Thanks for watching and for the question!👍
Always lije Rode. I suppose the real trck is better ng prepared. I hadn’t really planned to bideo the recent lunar eclipse so shouldn’t have been surprised as the poir iphone with external mic and extra battery didn’t last long. Toss in shooting at night to add to the challenge. I’m pretty sure my old Lumix would’ve done less well.
Too bad you missed the eclipse buddy! Technical issues plague us all ! Next time!👍
Woodswalker 1965 I didn’t miss it. Just not as good as I had wanted. Here’s the video.
czcams.com/video/6T-IdtA36wM/video.html
Thanks I'll check it out!
(apparently my comment got lost while trying to skip over an ad) ....anyway, as I tried to post before, it doesn't have to be a fashion show! Get whatever you can source that is functional, and show off your skills instead. Most of my favorite gear is old, with multiple repairs, was purchased used, or I made it myself. NONE of it is Pinterest worthy! The woodland creatures won't care what you look like, and your trips will be more fun if you aren't mentally burdened with consumerism credit card debt.
Yes , you are absolutely right! Get out explore and enjoy. Thanks for commenting.
www.herooutdoors.com/canadian-armed-forces-gore-tex-iecs-combat-jacket-olive-drab/ Hereis a link to where I purchased the jacket. I paid $29.99 off the rack in the store,
Hi Wade - just recently found your channel, great videos and info. I have been snowshoeing for years and found that downhill ski poles that you can get at any thrift store are great for adding stability and climbing hills on the snowshoes. I think I got mine for $2.
Keep up the great work. Mike
The link gets us to airforce blue jacket ???
Ooops sorry about that! Try this one:
www.herooutdoors.com/canadian-armed-forces-gore-tex-iecs-combat-jacket-olive-drab/
Prices vary of course. There is a supplier in Montreal called MTL Armoury. I've dealt with him before, check him out too.
That's a great find Mike Bunn, thanks for watching!
At -21, don't you get frostbite if your skin is exposed more than a few minutes?
Actually the risk at -21 C is quite low. It gets riskier at -28 C. -21F is another matter though. Thanks for watching!👍
5 star, thanks.. Do you remember the name and origin of the pants?..
You're welcome! The tag said Blackhawk Warrior Wear. Very good quality it seems! Thanks for watching👍!
Great vid thanks. Do you have link or nato number for the jacket please.
I couldnt read the nato # on the label I will post a link to where I bought mine. Available on Ebay as well. Great jacket! Thanks for watching!
www.herooutdoors.com/canadian-airforce-issue-gore-tex-iecs-combat-jacket-used/
Here is a link to where I bought my jacket. I paid 29.99 off the rack in store.
Is that the Canadian Jacket mate?
Yes it is, great jacket. Thanks for watching👍
@@Woodswalker1965 no problem, I'm thinking of investing in one and sell off gear I don't need, thanks for the help.
@@borisachenbach3328 Cool, hope you find one in good condition.
Hey man, where are you going to get mil surplus in the Kawarthas? Are you ordering it online or is there a shop in the area?
Hey! I posted a link in the description to where I got the jacket. They are online, but Hero Outdoors has a brick and mortar store in Oshawa. I'm not aware of any Milsurp in the Kawarthas. 👍
$7.00 ??? that's a $125.00 hat !!!
A great bargain!
Hi beautiful ji