Top man....this video really helped me out....my knees have gone through hiking now I'm going kayaking this year psl
@TheGrayExplorer7 ай бұрын
Glad I could help!
@BroncLander Жыл бұрын
I'm new to kayaking, but I'm not new to outdoor adventure. And for me, packing 2 or 3x the expected calories needed for the adventure is non negotiable. I look at my body like a car, and I try to keep my vehicles on full tanks because you never know
@TheGrayExplorer Жыл бұрын
That’s a fair point. I’m not so cautious but I get why some are
@paulcarter82153 жыл бұрын
Floating bilge pump looks good.
@TheGrayExplorer3 жыл бұрын
Pretty standard these days too. Never used it in anger yet thankfully
@paulcarter82153 жыл бұрын
Really good video , thank you. I was looking at Stratos 12.5 but I think the Katana might do.
@TheGrayExplorer3 жыл бұрын
+Paul Carter what are you planning to use it for? Because I’m thinking about moving up to the stratos
@paulcarter82153 жыл бұрын
@@TheGrayExplorer Faster passages for overnight/few days camping. Trying to get to a showroom that has the Stratos, Katana and Axis - lot of dosh to spend without seeing the boat.
@ShaunM-xw1em3 жыл бұрын
Very interesting John, always interesting to see what people do and don't take with them! Filter coffee is first on the list for me, the joy of an open canoe! Thanks as ever for sharing look forward to watching your trip.
@TheGrayExplorer3 жыл бұрын
I’ve brought my aeropress a few times and it’s a very nice luxury item for sure!
@musicman41643 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed that mate, good to see your set up. I'm a sucker for a drone shot and some of yours are pretty stunning, just be pretty challenging operating a drone over water while paddling. Looking forwards to your next trip, take care.
@TheGrayExplorer3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate!
@richardmorrall75312 жыл бұрын
Just come across your channel. New sub here, great & informative video. ATB John.
@TheGrayExplorer2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Richard, I’ve got a new one in the works too. Hope you’re well 👍🏻
@AchimDaffin2 жыл бұрын
Great especially for beginners to get a taste. Would love to get a value/cost factor aspect added as info ... I'll check the link, maybe already there.
@TheGrayExplorer2 жыл бұрын
Someone has mentioned costs before, if i do an update video ill be sure to include it. But for reference what your seeing here is a culmination of a lot of years camping gear, I 100% dont have that level of cash to just throw at gear in one go
@AchimDaffin2 жыл бұрын
@@TheGrayExplorer understand, thsnks
@hoser77062 жыл бұрын
Is it the 100 tea bags that make you British or the Snickers and boiled sweets? 😬🤔. Great video with a great order, layout and gear breakdown. Thx. How do you like your Hornet Bikepack tent?
@TheGrayExplorer2 жыл бұрын
100 teabags is a good start to a weekend 😅
@hoser77062 жыл бұрын
Sorry, how do you like the Dragonfly Bilepack tent? And kayak? Good boat?
@TheGrayExplorer2 жыл бұрын
I actually made a full review on the tent it’s on my channel. The boat? Hard to say it’s my first boat so I’ve nothing to compare it too. However I really like it, it’s really opened up a lot of adventures that I couldn’t have had before
@dazsly3 жыл бұрын
What t-bags? Only 100 😂 good video btw. Could you add a costing video too?
@TheGrayExplorer3 жыл бұрын
I could but my missus watches the channel so it might not be the smartest move to find out how much this stuff really costs 😂😂
@2sanstef Жыл бұрын
Just found your channel and think its excellent. Working through the Source of the Tyne videos as we are visiting Kielder in Oct 23. A quick question what was the kayak lock that you showed in this video.
@TheGrayExplorer Жыл бұрын
It’s the Bosvision 4-digit combination padlock with cable. They’re about 18quid on Amazon 👍🏻
@2sanstef Жыл бұрын
@@TheGrayExplorer Thank you I have a Dagger Axis so I know security fitting is pretty much the same as your Katana.
@abritandhisbikeinpoland6802 Жыл бұрын
How tall are you? I am 6'2 with size 10 feet, and I was wondering if a 10.4 would be ok for me. PS great film, I have just binged watch a few and subscribed!
@TheGrayExplorer Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the sub! I’m 6foot size 10 feet as well. The floor has plenty of movement to go in or out to suit your size. I think you’ll be fine at 6’2. Hope you find the boat your looking for
@abritandhisbikeinpoland6802 Жыл бұрын
@@TheGrayExplorer great thanks for your answer!
@RobertsBulgaria2 жыл бұрын
Very good. Could I possibly get a link for your Camera Tripod please?
@TheGrayExplorer2 жыл бұрын
I got this for Christmas one year. It’s a little heavy, but it’s a very good tripod www.castlecameras.co.uk/sirui-t-025s-tripod-kit-with-b-00k-head-black/p9171
@RobertsBulgaria2 жыл бұрын
@@TheGrayExplorer Thank you. My Old Aluminum Tripod is very strong, but doesn't fold down enough to fit in or be strapped to a Rucksack and weighs a ton so I'm looking for a lighter backpackable one.
@TheGrayExplorer2 жыл бұрын
This one collapse right down to fit inside my side pocket. However I normally just carry it in my hand because I’m always using it
@MrMulrine2 жыл бұрын
Hey John, Love this video. We were on the course today. I tried to PM you through here but couldn't send one, drop me a PM if you want to get on WhatsApp or FB just to get out doing skills and drills, or come the summer more multiday stuff
@TheGrayExplorer2 жыл бұрын
Hey 👋🏻 really enjoyed that course today it was a lot of fun. You can catch me on Instagram under john_gray_adv got a decent year planned out your welcome to join on