I enjoy the fact that you use a spirit burner for cooking. It was "the thing" back around the turn of the century in the States, especially amongst ultralight long distance hikers. Having been in that category back then, I experimented with dozens of homemade models, settling upon the "Supercat Stove" design, which I used along the Appalachian Trail in my 2023 attempt to thruhike (American terminology) attempt. Alcohol, or "meths" (''denatured", or, made undrinkable by adding substances which will cause a person to vomit, ethyl alcohol is used here) is more environmentally friendly than pressurized butane and propane. If Flextail's pad proves to be durable, I might have to give it a look. I don't currently have a modern sleep mat, since I routinely use a hammock in the eastern US where I live. If I travel where trees are scarce, I might need a tent. My 2004 Hilleberg Akto isn't very well ventilated. After I recover from knee replacement surgery (scheduled for next month), I might do some traveling and see more of my own country (would like to adventure abroad, but finances are tight as I am 70 years of age and semi-retired). Thank you for your channel and showing me your camping options in your backyard. Cheers from "Tinker" - my Appalachian Trail nickname. 👍✌️
@peterfagley7723 ай бұрын
Nice trip, the photography is impressive, great work, thank you Andrew!
@AndrewParkOutdoors3 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! and thanks !
@kevinmcdonough96264 ай бұрын
I have a quilt from Cumulus in Poland, who make fantastic quality quilts and bags. The prices aren't quite as keen as they used to be now that Brexit has forced import charges etc, but they're still great value for the quality of down and construction. Also have a synthetic quilt from Valley and Peak, for when I know there will be a campfire (easier to wash the smell away) or to layer over the top of a down bag to control condensation, but it was just their own Valley and Peak brand and they don't seem to have them any more on the site.
@AndrewParkOutdoors4 ай бұрын
Cheers, I've got some comparing and shopping to do ! A
@Fellmandave14 ай бұрын
The tent looks great, Andy, and I really enjoyed the location. Looling hard at the Gotokka 2 and only 500g more. That low buzz by the geese! Have a great trip to Nethy Bridge, tell Jan she has to do a piece to camera!
@dogdog6592 ай бұрын
themarest vespa quilt.not cheap though 🐶👍
@mikedowning46034 ай бұрын
Hi Andrew. We have the Cumulus 450 quilts, which are 850FP, 740grams and have a -1 comfort rating. We use them for tent and campervan camping and even in the house in winter - we're a bit stingy with the heating in our old stone house!
@Yorkshiremadmick4 ай бұрын
Thrifty, not stingy 😂
@AndrewParkOutdoors4 ай бұрын
Cheers, I've got some comparing and shopping to do ! A
@mikedowning46034 ай бұрын
Delighted to have helped, if I have!
@wanderwithmac4 ай бұрын
Happy Easter Andrew, What a good way to spend it.
@jimsarranadventures30054 ай бұрын
Thanks again Andrew. Looks like a good we tent, your thoughts versus single pitch including inner wound be appreciated . Cheers, Jim.
@AndrewParkOutdoors4 ай бұрын
Deffo pitch together is the preference for sure, you really cant beat an exo skeleton pitch as one model methinks?!
@gordonmculloch49044 ай бұрын
Happy Easter to you. Nice looking wee tent. Cheers 👍
@AndrewParkOutdoors4 ай бұрын
all the best Gordon 😄
@Ed306754 ай бұрын
Excellent content Andrew....The little tent reminds me of my North Face Particle 13.... You can't be too far from where I live ...
@themunrobagger4 ай бұрын
Nice 1 Andrew. I've been using the ice flame quilt for a cpl of years, can't complain, great bit of kit. Happy Easter 🐰
@robertbryant91544 ай бұрын
Great video as always, Happy Easter to you too
@ervinslens4 ай бұрын
Outstanding presentation man, so nicely put together!
@AndrewParkOutdoors4 ай бұрын
Thank you ☺️
@chrisweldon28174 ай бұрын
Quilt wise I think cumulus or Liteway are good for both down and synthetic quilts. I started using the Cumulus Aerial 250 last year and have recently bought the Aerial 180 for the warmer months, 385 and 300g respectively with 900fil and decent temperature ratings for both. . Both have material on the back instead of the normal bag so a bit of a hybrid between quilt and sleeping bag
@craigy18724 ай бұрын
Enjoyed the video, but did not expect to be buzzed by those geese 😂
@nickparker51634 ай бұрын
Alpkit quilt. Done me good in a bothy.
@billyharden93164 ай бұрын
It’s amazing that this is on our doorstep.?👍🏴💯
@eamonkilkie62164 ай бұрын
Happy Easter Andrew...... looks like you had a great time. I've got a couple of Enlightened Equipment quilts (-12 & - 1C) which I think are brilliant...... I'm quite cold sleeper, so to get something so light that keeps me warm is great. They are quite pricey compared to a bag of the same rating though. I also don't know how they compare to other quilts (Culumus, UGQ, Thermarest.etc) but I's definitely recommend moving to a quilt system. Looking forward to your next adventure...... Cheers.
@eamonkilkie62164 ай бұрын
I forgot to mention…. They’re both the Revelation model, so you can either use the qtr zip & drawstring to create an enclosed foot box, or use as a full quilt (in warmer weather).👍,
@freeforester17174 ай бұрын
IceFlame goose down quilt is warm and light. Better comfort rating than the duck down one which is admittedly less costly. They also do custom overfill quilts if you want to.
@AndrewParkOutdoors4 ай бұрын
Cheers, I've got some comparing and shopping to do ! A
@Earlofmar14 ай бұрын
Have a look at the Outdoor Vitals quilts. I have the blue one at 460g which was great on the CWT, albeit in late Autumn. It’s about to get a better test as I start the SNT tomorrow, yikes!
@AndrewParkOutdoors4 ай бұрын
Cheers, I've got some comparing and shopping to do ! A
@Olan...4 ай бұрын
It looks a lot like the MSR Hubba NX but a bit smaller. I have been using the EE Enigma 10 degree Apex wide quilt as a top cover for my cumulus bags and it work great at keeping them bone dry in tents that suffer condensation . Quilts alone just dont work for me and i can't work out why i feel the slightest of drafts when i am an otherwise warm sleeper. Tried both the EE Enigma 850 and the Thermarest Vespar which lots of people rate but when i am down to just my base layers which os how i prefer to sleep in all seasons neither of them performed as the manufacturers claimed . The Apex however drys out super quick in the slightest of breezes and i think would be a great summer only option if you just wanted to use it alone but other than that i am definitely not on board the quilt only train and it baffles me how less costs a hell of a lot more ( Marketing genius )
@Martycycleman4 ай бұрын
Andrew, do you prefer gas or liquid fuel? Thanks for taking the time to bring use your adventures 😊
@AndrewParkOutdoors4 ай бұрын
Both to be honest. I seem to switch between them, its like cooking on a AGA versus a gas cooker. Both have their attractions for me ! Thanks for watching A
@FrankieSIM764 ай бұрын
You might want to give the Sea to Summit Ember series quilts a try? I own one and the quality and comfort is awesome. They’ve been out a while and you’ll probably see them on offer at a good price too?
@AndrewParkOutdoors4 ай бұрын
Cheers, I've got some comparing and shopping to do ! A
@seasoldier39024 ай бұрын
My sleeping system is based around a GS-BANDIT 20*F/-6*C custom quilt made in the USA. Under 2 lbs in weight! This can cope with most inclement weather conditions here in the UK.
@CharlieBooker004 ай бұрын
of the quilts I own the UGQ quilts are by far the best the the best quality on nr 2 and still far in front of any of the competition is the Enlightened Equipment quilts but the costumer service is shit and they are just not as good as the UGQ but you can customise both of those brands just like you want them (get draft collars at both ends) the cumulus are good to the only reason I wouldent buy those is because of the baffle design on those because they down moves to the sides I have one of their custom winter sleeping bags and I use that in really cold conditions in Scandinavia I tested the Outdoor vitals ones they are ok ...... and if you are looking for budget options the Aegismax Wind Hard quilt is the best in my opinion and the Flames Creed quilt is my nr 2 they sell those at outdoor gear essentials which is a UK shop ...... they are ok quilts for the price but I would use the extra money on the UGQ ones they are worth the investment if you ask me and if you get them in 950 fp they are really really light
@AndrewParkOutdoors4 ай бұрын
Cheers, I've got some comparing and shopping to do ! A
@wiltonlewis53694 ай бұрын
I use a Sestrals Astucas synthetic quilt. Rated to -2, but really I my comfort limit is about 0 degrees C. Weighs about 900 grams. Only problem is it is now much more expensive than when I bought it.
@AndrewParkOutdoors4 ай бұрын
Cheers, I've got some comparing and shopping to do ! A
@wiltonlewis53694 ай бұрын
@@AndrewParkOutdoors good luck!
@Moffatmountainadventures4 ай бұрын
I’ve been looking at the new Rab mythic ultra but at £350 I’m abit reluctant to get one till I see others using it, feel free to get that and review it 😂. Cracking wee camp ⛺️
@AndrewParkOutdoors4 ай бұрын
haha, my phrase comes to mind..'testing gear so you don't have to' ....😂
@Moffatmountainadventures4 ай бұрын
@@AndrewParkOutdoors 😂😂😂 exactly!
@Adventures_with_Sog4 ай бұрын
Nah then, ey up me duck. Nice camp fella, good to get out even if it rains *again; eh fella 🙂 Ay a good'un 🙂👍
@johnmccarron4 ай бұрын
Andrew, How about Alkpit cloud Nine Quilt £169 as fas I know, light weight. I have one for summer use.
@AndrewParkOutdoors4 ай бұрын
Excellent, I'll take a look , cheers John.
@user-hb98672 ай бұрын
Hi Andy, agree it's a great wee tent. In the video I think I saw you using a Katadyn Befree filter, if so what hard bottle were you using instead of the collapsible one?
@AndrewParkOutdoors2 ай бұрын
I burst two of the standard bottles, leaks where it meets the top part. I managed to get a Hydrapak collapsible bottle which fits the filter perfectly.
@user-hb98672 ай бұрын
@@AndrewParkOutdoorscheers I've not had any leaks but just find the standard bottle is useless in a bottle holder. I'll have a look at the one you've got, many thanks 👍
@user-lq8sq5te1n4 ай бұрын
Hi Andrew..cant find any info on wether there's wee pockets on the inside of the fly at the 2 Apex points where the 2 ends of the top short pole could slot into...like on the MSR Hubba series....otherwise the pole ends will go through the Flysheet....greetings from llama_ladee_anny😀😇.
@AndrewParkOutdoors4 ай бұрын
I meant to say it has little rounded plastic cups the pole end fit into so theres nothing sharp rubbing the fly (I've seen same cups on decathlon tents ). A
@stevec-b62144 ай бұрын
`Chasing the sunset` - that has to be the title of your book. You have to write it now;)
@craigy18724 ай бұрын
Hey Andrew, I’m hoping to have my first wild camp soon but have no idea where to go. Any recommendations ? I’m coming from Glasgow. Thanks.
@AndrewParkOutdoors4 ай бұрын
Ooft you're spoilt for choice, you looking for mountain or lowland ?
@craigy18724 ай бұрын
@@AndrewParkOutdoors Probably prefer a hill but I’m no seasoned hiker, having only done a couple of smaller hills, however as a first time wild camp I’d take any advice from yourself.
@AndrewParkOutdoors4 ай бұрын
Andrew ideal one is Cruach Tarbeirt on loch Lomond at Tarbet , small hill with a big view , easy walk up and good transport links.
@craigy18724 ай бұрын
@@AndrewParkOutdoors Thanks Andrew, I’ll check it out 👍🏻
@christianweber44784 ай бұрын
Hallo 😊 Danke für das tolle Video. Kann man das Zelt auch frei stehend benutzen ? Ich bin ca 198cm gross, wäre das Zelt für mich geeignet ?
@AndrewParkOutdoors4 ай бұрын
Hallo, Obwohl das Innere freistehend ist, wären Sie für dieses Zelt zu groß. Für große Menschen kann ich es leider nicht empfehlen. A
@christianweber44784 ай бұрын
@@AndrewParkOutdoors Schade! trotzdem danke für die Antwort
@DunkfaeOotnAbootWiUs4 ай бұрын
Where were you ?
@AndrewParkOutdoors4 ай бұрын
That was Burncrooks, nice !
@Kevin-hf4jj4 ай бұрын
Andrew you should check out the Aegismax Wind Hard Twilight, all the bells and whistles of the big brands at a 3rd of the price.
@AndrewParkOutdoors4 ай бұрын
I'll take a look, i need to go back and maybe camp in it for the night. A
@angeladuncan73703 ай бұрын
😍 Promo'SM
@BorisDSLR4 ай бұрын
How does your wife handle you going camping so often? and can my wife give her a call? 😂