Hi Lars, "the guy" here. Not only did your fans find me, I also found you. But I am here with respect and friendship. Despite your criticisms of my video (some founded, some unfounded) and your criticisms of me (not really necessary but hey, I'm a grown-up, I can handle it), I liked your video. I've not seen any of your videos before but I did enjoy it. I think you mistook my reason for building the fire. While I have made a lot of long fires with multiple logs as well as more "structured" three log fires, I've not done the two log fire much. I have done it before but here I wanted to do it with the biggest logs I had tried. As you can see it was beautiful, straight Pinus sylvestris. The reference to "den basta stockelden" is from Yngve Ryd's book about Sami fire techniques and not any claim of mine. But like you, I guess I wanted to test this claim. Personally I prefer the three-log fires as they are easier to construct and easier to get going strongly. It was all filmed on one day by the way and the reason I had a camera guy with me was that we had been filming some other things and this was just an afterthought, something we did for fun. Ben filmed it anyway. We filmed it in 2015 actually but when I found the footage in early 2018, I thought I would edit it into a video to share what we did. Anyway, we can debate the placement of spacers and how much birch bark was used, etc. and frankly every single one of these fires I've seen done has been different. Each person does it differently. You are adamant about the stakes, yet I have rarely seen this. Have a look at the links below. I am not trying to prove a point or say you are wrong. My aim here is purely sharing information and experiences. What I did worked, just. We had very good, dry pine and a lot of birch bark. It took some ignighting and I did put some chips in as well. Yes, it needed fiddling with (as you noted) but eventually it went. The spacers were put in later to try to encourage the fire to spread a little more towards the ends, which actually did not make much difference. Is it my favourite fire lay? No way! A long way off. Was it an interesting experiment? Yes. Thanks again for sharing your thoughts. I take them in good spirits. I hope you and your viewers are open minded enough to check out the links below to other examples of this fire lay and also maybe check out Yngve Ryd's accounts of Sami fire techniques. It is an interesting book. You don't have to agree with everything that's in the book though! :-) Warm regards, Paul

Get Out The Popcorn :) Please Watch The Whole Video If You Want To See How This Fire Burns When It's "Burned In" :) Happy Holidays To Everybody And Happy Healthy 2019!!

Lars, I hope people don’t send you comments that you don’t know your log fires. You live in a place that’s survival every time you step outside. Thanks

Lars, you are better than 99% of American television.

I am quite sure that I watched that same video and noticed several of the things that you mentioned. The videography though was quite well done as I recall.

My final judgement (you asked for it): Honest people don't care about the soot in their face, because they know it's not important how you look like when it is about to survive. That's why I admire your channel. You and your family have a good time! See you next year!

Lars,you are the best at this bushcraft that I have seen on the you tube.I guess its because you live it, and you are old school, a lot of these people that do this stuff, are just doing it for the money and are fake, I can see you enjoy this stuff.I am 60 yrs. old and we called this stuff camping, and we learned it from our elders and we loved it.Thank you for being real and true.

This guy puts so much into his videos. They are unbelievable. The dreams I have to live in this mans shoes are uncounted. The respect I have for this man is unlimited. Major props love this guy

I like it when you show a problem on another video and demonstrate the right way. Reminds me of when another KZfaqr thought the Silky saw was dangerous to carry in a pack because of the sharp tip if the saw. You just simply turned it around in your pack hinge upward and said “problem solved”!

Thank goodness we have Lars, who knows what he's doing, teaching us the right way to do things. Merry Christmas, and thank you.

Traditionally a firelay like this was always aligned with the wind, and the even burning is dependant on the wind also. If there was no wind, the firelay would be made out of three logs. Two on the bottom, one on top. I don't make fires like this, but these things are thoroughly explained in vintage Finnish outdoor literature.

Certainly seems like a lot of work for little payoff. Good video!

Good job mate. I was reading an old book talking about a man from Transbaikalia who built a Naida and they were able to sleep in their undergarments in the snow. Thank you very much.

I like that this guy is a typical Russian. We do it right, we do it better. No shaming...he is being himself and I love that in people. I learned a lot here and will watch more of his vids. I see The Guy made a post and was again...himself.

Its always classier and professional to SHOW people how skilled you are instead of telling people how bad or unskilled other people are. All of these tips are subjective and have many variants. Things that work for one may not sit comfortable with others, its a craft not a science and craftsmen are different the world over.

,we had a maple log smolder for 5 days and it poured rain for 6 hours on second day. Love your videos . Thank you for the sensible and useful information.

Thank you for showing us how it's done the proper way.

Youngster was just schooled by the Master Woodsman. Well done sir. Peace my friend.

YOUR SIBERIAN LOG FIRE IS SO MUCH MORE PRACTICAL. KEEP BEING AWESOME!

There's nothing quite like waking up freezing at 3 am to find that your long fire went out. Luckily, I had my dog to huddle with for warmth. That was my first experience, last night. I'm watching this video trying to figure out what I did wrong. Edit: Wet logs...I didn't check to see if they were dry, and I found the,m on the ground. This video is very informative

Happy christmas Lars for you and your family. You are awesome guy. Because of you i have found my passion to nature again. It's so relaxing. Thank you so much. Pikkuhartte From Finland

I know exactly who the guy is and I watched the video months ago with the same thoughts. Strangely, a few days ago I responded to one of his tweets, as he claimed the axe was the best winter tool to have with you. I disagreed, stating a saw is more important, something I've learnt over many years of winter camping in Canada. I guess we all have our opinions :)

This video has everything - a woodsman speaking English with heavy accent, snow, and a long-log fire call out of another woodsman. Let the long-log fire competition begin! Nice log lift at 4:55.

Great video even after 3yrs later I use this to teach what not to do

Finally I was able to see it with my own eyes. Thank you. I read about this type of heater long time go. In that opus it was built made out of 2 freshly felt pines and made long enough to comfortably keep worm entire Finish army platoon.

As a retired soldier of the CANADIAN ARMED FORCES, we have made many survival fires in winter. Some tactical, some not do tactical. As long as you have dead dry wood, one can keep a fire going for days. If it goes out, that was the wrong way. Stay warm, stay dry, have fun

Having rewatched P.K.'s video, your points all seem valid and important to know when attempting to make this type of fire. I can also add that I enjoy Paul's video's and he never gave me the impression that he was a "fake expert" or a "poser" in any way.

Thank you! You addressed some important issues I think. For my part I will stick to the Siberian Log Fire😉⚔🔥

great video i have seen the other video and i have to say i could not believe what i was seeing i have spent some 25 years here in the canadian rockies building fires etc and fire safety is one of my strongest points to learn i did contact him on several occasions and not once did he admit that his video was not only wrong but also dangerous information , I lost all respect for him at that point, we all make mistakes just be man enough to say so. , great video lars. i will say no more on this matter.

I think it's nice and very honest of you not to mention his name and channel and asking not to post negative comments there. You're a good man Lars. I wish you and your loved ones the very best for 2019. May it be full of awesomeness.

Lars, you bring up an excellent point about not wasting time by "trolling" the person to who you referred. My personal policy is this: I'm fairly experienced in bushcraft / survivalism. So, if I see a video made by someone who doesn't know what he is doing, but pretends to be an expert, I just figuratively write him off and don't bother watching anything else he puts out. There is more than enough negativity in our world without my adding to it. And, there are plenty of people out there who do know what they're doing.

There is an instructor on KZfaq that does know what he's talking about - you prove that every time! I wish you, Mrs. Survival Russia, the Blue en Pink Ninja and the rest of your family Happy Holidays and everything you could wish for in 2019!

I saw a lot of viseo’s to make logfire but you and lonny from far north bushcraft are the best.

Love your channel Lars and I have learned a great deal from you over the last two years. Having tried both of these fire set-ups, I fully agree that the Siberian Log Fire is vastly superior in its comparative ease of construction, the heat output, the directionality of the heat radiation, the usefulness for cooking and the way that the construction of the SLF allows the user to effectively adjust the heat output as needed. Thanks again!

Honorable man Lars, hats off to you. In my opinion you are the best teacher on the Tube!

IVE NEVER MADE ANY FIRES LARS BUT I THINK WATCHING U ITS ALOT OF EFFORT BUT U MADE THAT PERFECT RESPECT G

Thanks Lars! Another fun day in the woods...

I did happen to find the video that you were talking about. Also, as you requested, I did not leave any kind of comment there, not even a thumbs down. You were correct in your evaluation and review of the video, on all points. What a pain it would be to try cooking on that fire! Anyway, I agree, ..... If we cannot speak good of it; then it is best not to say anything about it. Guys with all brand new store bought gear and a hired cameraman,..... Are not likely to learn from any kind of criticism.

awesome that you can critique anothers' style graciously and we can learn even more from it by the comparison...AWESOME

Just goes to show that a professional instructor does know everything. One probe I have with P.K is that he cannot accept (positive) criticisme.. He is knowlegable, but demonstrates a tendency to think that what he says is gospel. Kudos to you mate. Merry Christmas to you and all your loved ones. I love your Video's and watch them often. (I also watch P.K.s vids because often is does say sensible things :-) )

Another great instructional video! You are an excellent teacher, kind to those who perhaps do things wrong and very knowledgeable about your subject. Thanks so much for a great 2018 full of videos!

This guy is brilliant. He is the Steve Irwin of bushcraft. Time to take this up a notch. Great passion

You and your family deserve a good Christmas holiday season. Peace to you and your endeavours from Ontario, Canada.

Hi Lars, a classic good warrior approach. Identify the Fault, Correct the Fault (the fault maker is only of third importance) and Ensure ALL members understand the CORRECT procedure. Move on. You are correct, the Negative aggressive approach to the fault maker destroys the groups ability to learn and remember the correct procedure. So, this good video demonstrates the correct procedure which we all have learned. You did the same with the Siberian Log fire, Far North Bushcraft watched your good demonstration. It was a new technique to him; but he is a good man a tried the Siberian Log Fire for himself. Lonnie recognized a 'winner' and publicly thanked Lars for this far superior fire lay that may save his life one day. To Lars and the SR Family wishing you and all our world-wide SR Team a very Happy Christmas from Greg in Thailand. (OK, Mrs SR may delay you until 7 Jan 2019)

Scandawhoovian Gap Fire. Yep... the principle of sustaining the burn beyond tinder ignition is indeed providing that initial 'gap'. You went through quite a bit of time with effort to exhibit what it is and what is is not all cracked up to be. It has its place... not a bad firelay in muskeg, swampy or flooded scenarios or deep snows... especially a 5 log variant that you almost never see. Happy Holiday Cheer to you and yours Lars.

If I wanna no the best fires cold weather things the best channel is hear. THANKS 🙏 GOD BLESS U AN FAMILY

Always a pleasure watching you! From Ohio.

I'm fortunate enough to have seen most of your videos by now (hoard watching these last couple months) and know you're 100% respectable and humble. I've personally seen you say you weren't an expert on a few things but were just showing how YOU do things. I respect that! I know you don't want anyone commenting crap on that guy's video. It's a shame people learn the wrong skills but it's still the viewer's job to research everything properly. Most people these days are lazy and just believe whatever they see. I'm just glad I found YOUR channel and not one of those other ones. I always get bored of channels but yours is the exception. I could watch you doing laundry. LOL Ok, maybe not but you get the idea. Edit: I just saw the comments between you and that guy and am glad to see how gentlemanly it was. Well done by both of you!

Merry Christmas to Everyone!! Lars, Mrs Survival Russia, the Ninjas and the Boss

Merry Christmas Lars. You’re quite a gentleman. Thank you for your kindness. We really need it now.

Lars, this is why people get them selves in trouble in the wilderness by watching a actor trying to be a woodsman or woodsman trying to be an actor. This is why people have to practice what they have seen and to learn when and where it can be used. Just because I've watched 10 videos on how to make a fire using a bow drill set up doesn't mean I will be at all successful making a fire when I'm lost in the woods with only my knife (BK2) LOL. and my shoe laces. For me I think I'll stick with making a small but useful Siberian Log Fire but, some days I just do like my ancestors the caveman did and throw everything in a pile and lite it.

Hello from the hills of West Virginia,USA Stumbled on your channel & stayed because you speak English. Good video subbed....Thanks

I just watched the other guys video 1 hour ago and i noticed he did not secure the logs. I knew that those logs would roll over eventually.. I think the Siberian fire is more efficient to build and maintain.. Thanks for a great video.. Im in Texas,USA... we dont get snow and 25 degree weather is very very rare, BUT a good fire is always welcome on camping trips...

Lars, Just watched two other videos far north bushcraft, Lonnie. Plus the chap you talked about. Lonnie worked with three logs, He said the fire would not radiate, well but his camp site, looked spot on for the night. But your large four log but fire is fantastic in all the areas. Cheers for this video Lars

I made a Siberian log fire one night at the bridge of orchy Scotland after watching one of your vids it went minus 10 that night totally freezing just aswell I made the fire its was the best fire iv ever made and was still warm in the morning wee had deer eating out of our hands totally awesome haha

Lars, thanks a lot for this video, there are many on youtube about these kind of fires, but none go in-depth about their use, how to maintain them and what to do if they don't burn the way they're supposed to. People should note, that this is a low output fire - okay in plus temperatures (Celsius) or around zero and a little below. However, if you're prepairing to sleep in lower temperatures, a siberian is a way to go. Also, this fire (or a 3 log fire) is better used if you have limited amount of wood or don't have much time before it gets too dark, as it takes less time to prepare. However, as Lars mentioned, you need to adjust it (sometimes a lot), before it starts going properly and you can go to sleep. Also, you need to take precautions as to not catch on fire, as you'll be sleeping less than a meter (usually 3-4 feet) away from it. Use poles as Lars has demonstrated, only make them thicker and out of green wood (don't peel the bark!). Lay rocks or a log between you and the fire - yes, that will stop some of the heat, but it will also protect you if the poles burn through and the log falls over. Lastly, if you can, avoid using evergreens that have a lot of sap in them as they'll tend to send sparks, especially if there's wind. You don't want sparks flying your way while you're sleeping three feet away from a fire.

Thanks, Lars. One of the most important lessons from this video is to be careful who you believe out there! Obviously there are people out there that are NOT expert at what they are doing and are just claiming to be so in order to make money or get subscribers or whatever. I will stick with you and Lonnie. Happy New Year, hope your Christmas was great and say hi to Mrs. SR and the Ninjas! I hope, too that Mrs. SR's hand and wrist are healing up well! Take care...

Thank you for Teaching us the Correct Techniques for this Fire !

I've built camp fires like this and they turned into a huge fire the length and highth of the log stack. Merry Christmas to the Lars family.

Just re-watched a video Lars made from last year (long lasting camp fire on deep snow), that I encourage everyone to check out. It can be used, and it accomplishes everything this fire lay does, but in my opinion is easier to maintain and less fussy. Go with 3 or 6 logs to maximize weather resistance👍 Thanks for all your videos, Lars.

You are such a great teacher. Thanks once again for all this good information.

Happy Solstice btw. Beautiful cool night here in Florida. Can even see my breath :)

Survival Russia is # 1. You're the best Lars. Love you in Texas.

Happy holidays my friend, love your vids. You are AWESOME! Blah blah blah.

Lars, our climates seem to be very similar. I live on the western slope of the Wind River Range in Wyoming. We have very little snow ourselves for this time of year, only 8-12 inches. It’s also been unseasonably warm with most days around -10F for a low and 24F for a high. However, we have had several days in the past few weeks above 32F. It’s very odd for us. Anyways, keep up the great work. I’m glad to see you back out in the forest doing outdoorsman stuff. These types of videos, along with the overnighters, will always be my favorite!

Great video, i hope that the people who watched that guy´s video see this and learn the safe and propper way to do it :) i live in the north of sweden but woulld never make a fire like that when i can make a sibirian logfire instead.

Totally awesome!!! I tried this method last winter and I'm pleased to say I did it just like you did and it worked fine. I was following Lonnie's instructions, Lonnie knows his shit, just like you Lars. Thanks for your efforts.

you are awesome just like your videos. I learn something new with every video. Thank you

I am not an expert with long log fires, but the one you just made is looking great and must last a long time. Thanks for sharing this information with us all and I wish you a great week and holiday period.

Your channel is one of my favorites. Greetings from snowy Michigan.

That is some perfect axe swinging form right there. Hoo boy nice calm drop and that acceleration right at the end, and that sound , o thats a treat to hear. Could watch that all day

Tack för ännu en bra video! Det finns inte så många riktiga överlevnadsexperter. För att bli expert så måste man ha varit ute och överlevt på naturens villkor, många gånger! Tex Ray Mears och Lars Fält skulle jag kalla riktiga överlevnadsexperter. Du verkar också kunna en hel del Lars, du är i alla fall helt klart expert på stockeld! Gott Nytt År! 🙂👍

Hallo Lars, "long log fire" is called "NYING" in Scandinavian, that is Norwegian, Swedish and DANISH (slemt min dreng Lars), also named in Russian, Finnish and Sami what I know. Interesting is that Samiland is in north of Norway, Sweden, Finland and Russia. Othervise you almost got it right in this video. Nying is great when/if you got it going which is very difficult for me:-) The drawknives carry is just great. Stolen with pride:-) Hälsning från Småland. Johnny

Lars, Prosperity & Health to Your Family & Yourself in 2019

Love the slow mo hatchet work....you and your family have a good Christmas Lars!

That's a LOT of work. You keep yourself warm doing all that work.

You are the best surviver Lars! Thanks for the input, i watch you channel everyday! Thank You!

Hilarious, the "guy" is Paul Kirtley, a proper heavyweight bushcrafter. He sounds like Ray Mears because he was Ray's first instructor I believe and he's British. (they all sound so polite and calm). That fire lay seems like a major hassle as well, the best my eye...t'is no Siberian lay that is for sure. By the way, Paul offers one of the best Wild Edible's online course of are ever likely to find (for other subscribers, if not for yourself)...very thorough and very detailed. The man knows apples from oranges for sure.

Merry Jul to you all. And "the other guy's" video and Lars's show clearly why I do three-log fires instead. Two bottom and one on top. Preparation is about the same, but three logs can be prepared quicker than the two logs shown here. And I find three logs safer, longer burning and with a shorter log an top, it can be used as a fireplace for cooking. I usualy split the logs in the end parts to aid in burning at the ends. Oh, and we have snow in Denmark as well Lars 😊❄❄❄

I have seen the video you mention and my comments to him were that i would never sleep next to that fire , I also agree this chap does seem to compare himself to ray mears.. for me i have never done the 2 log fire i always do a 3 log fire and place a couple of good size rocks between me and the fire just in case things move in the night. great video lars as usual keep up the good work.

Well done, my friend. In addition to the instructions, it also revealed your character and integrity by repeating not to leave any critical comments on the other guy's site. I read Paul's response below and it also reveal's what a stand-up guy he is, too. Both of you set great examples on how we should treat all of our brothers and sisters on Earth, with respect and to share our knowledge for the betterment of all. It bothers me to see so many people attacking each other on social media, rather than working together to make our world a better place. Love from Florida to both you and Mr. Kirtly.

THANK YOU SIR. YOU ARE A TRUE MAN, WITH LOTS OF HEART AND RESPECT.

Actually seen this fire with 3 logs (2 base, one at the top). Which helps the stability (mainly less fiddly), but still pegged obviously … think the main benefit is the fairly long burn time, as the fire lay smothers/chokes the fire, which keeps it burning slow and at lower heat (this is likely also why natives liked it for in there dwellings); but due to that the fire is obviously also not really for extreme temperatures, as the low flames don't put out a lot of heat ... This i found with a lot of different types of fire lays or setups, there seems to be one for every occasion, and it just comes down to recognizing the benefits and downside of each fire lay and use the one appropriate for the situation (or what you want to accomplish with it). As the Siberian log fire likely isn't great for cooking either, depending on what you want to make/do...

You have really helped me see outdoors menship in a different light, especially with regards to the silky saw, which i now own, and fires, we appreciate all your videos, and that you are not driven by manufacturers or the latest fad, my wife and i wish you and your family a Merry Christmas and a prosperous new year.

I can see why you made this video and I agree with you. I am entertained by the "KZfaq" experts on survival and equipment but I also worry some city kid will buy a truck load of expensive pretty gear and go out into the real wild! I appreciate the knowledge you put in your videos and tell everyone about you I can... Keep it up. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year for yourself and your family!

I enjoy both yours and Paul's videos. I know you mean well, but when you tell others to be nice to Paul, yet you call him out in your videos (and even in the video description), you aren't taking your own advice. :) You tell others not to criticize, yet you do it throughout the entire video. By the way...he really is a bonafide instructor.

Paul Kirtley was a survival instructor ar Woodlore and his own school has won many awards if that’s who’s being spoken about

Quite different! Good Yuletide! This is a proper Yule Log! There are many "experts " on KZfaq, who accept no advice.

Lars, Many Thanks for making such hard video for us and show us Russia''s city and rural areas

this guy sounds like someone doing an impersonation of sie govanatuh. not making fun of it, just what it reminds me of. or maybe hans and frans. we're here to pump... your fire lay up! nice video, don't remember specifically ever seeing this type of overnight fire before today, just watched another video. but it was an american guy, and he did it basically the same. looks very effective, should last a long while and radiate heat nicely lengthwise. got yourself a subscriber.

You're right Lars... I watched the video in question.. So many mistakes... Cheers.. But your advice is always AWESOME..and I did Not comment on the mistaken video

I can see that many of you show respect to Lars by doing exactly what he asked you not to do which was to go trash his channel.I will defend that guy at least in part, that at least he is out there learning from his mistakes all the while 99.8 percent of people don't do shit, they sit around watching football, porn, video games. As long as that guy is out in the woods and you are sitting in your computer chair, he is winning.

Thank you Lars, you are always a pleasure to watch. Thank you for all you do.

I found out what a pain in the a** it was to build this long fire when I was in the Boy Scouts. Complete waste of time for one person to build! I didn’t know about the Siberian log fire till you introduced it to us. So from now on there’s no turning back 👍🏻. You’re the man brother, that’s why I love your channel! Merry Christmas and happy Yule to you and yours 🎄

I'm obsessed with anything to do with survival fires in real situations on this channel haha. :)

Lars et al, I have seen all kinds of different fires and used most of them while winter camping in northern Canada. The Siberian log fire was a revelation to me (because I always travelled with just an ax - folding saws are new to me but I am beginning to appreciate their value!) and, I think, much more straight forward and effective than this two or three log fire. Like others have mentioned, this two or three log fire is quite dependant on the wind direction and strength. What it does is produce a slow burning fire for all night warmth under moderate conditions (+5 to -10C) with an open shelter or much colder if using it with a Super Shelter. The Siberian Log Fire produces a much more intense warmth for colder temperatures with an open shelter. Back when I was young and strong, I didn't care how much wood I had to gather to keep a fire going all night. Now I am old and wise ;) so I don't want to work any harder than I need to.

Man I really like your videos and your spontaneous laugs... Your advices and the truth saved me from cold nights. Thank you very much 😊

God Jul och Gott Nytt År , been away on holiday for a couple of weeks , so playing catch up. Could not believe the person you were referring to was Paul , WOW ! I have been following him for years . Would like to see you two out and about .

When you said "he even tries to sound and look like RM, an there is just one RM!'" i knew exactly which professional instructor you mean! Have a good one! Lets just be awsome in 2019 also!

can we rename this comment section when pyromaniacs meet ? ha ha . i like your videos . you are out there doing it unlike so many who would say they do ! getting the information out there is the first point . i cannot just go outside anytime i want . so i enjoy your videos . it makes me feel at home .here in scotland . our climate is warmer but drains the warmth from you most of the year. kind regards .