The Emergency Outdoor Shelter That I Carry

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This episode is all about the Emergency Shelter that I personally carry with me on my adventures;
Day Hikes and Overnight Trips as well.
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Tarp : RAB Siltarp 1 Shelter
Agenda Free Tarp Link : rab.equipment/us/siltarp-1
Price : $63 at the time of filming on Amazon
Tent Stakes : VARGO TITANIUM STAKES
Agenda Free Tent Stakes Link : mountainlaureldesigns.com/pro...
Price : $3.75 each
Cordage : Atwood 1.1mm Micro Cord 1.18mm Micro Cord
Agenda Free Cordage Link : atwoodrope.com/collections/mi...
Price : $5.99 - 125ft
Weight for the entire setup : 10oz
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The Siltarp 1 from RAB is a light-weight 1 person shelter for fast-and-light adventures and for hasty emergency situations. It's made of ultralight Sil-Coat™ Cordura® fabric, which is fully waterproof and strong.
The Siltarp can be set up using anything from trekking poles to trees.
Stuff sack is included.
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With any adventure that I go on, I generally carry with me an Emergency Shelter which can serve multiple purposes. What you see above is the Integral Designs SilTarp 1 which is a 30D silicone-impregnated Cordura ripstop nylon tarp that measures 87 x 60 in.
The packed Size is 6 x 3 in and it weighs 7 oz.
With my setup, I have attached 9ft lines to each of the corners and have put 4 tent stakes into the stuff sack which has brought the weight of the system up to 10oz.
Purposes :
Day Hikes : Offers protection from quickly approaching storms or if you get stuck out on the trail over night, etc.
Overnight Adventures : Protection from storms while hiking, protection from the sun at camp and so on.
By the way, Integral Designs was purchased by Rab years ago and if you are interested in this tarp, it is now known as the Rab Siltarp1 Shelter
Tarps make for excellent emergency shelters as they are quick to construct in an emergency situation with A-frame, Lean-to, etc.
Hiking can be some of the most enjoyable adventures, but you must always be prepared for the worst-case-scenario. Emergency shelters are not a luxurious hotel, but it gets the job done and keeps you safe from the weather.
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Question :
What emergency shelter do you carry with you? Do you even carry one?
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@TheOutdoorGearReview 4 жыл бұрын

I have another adventure to share with you all on Friday and I will see you all then! Today, I'm heading out to film the next Overnight Adventure and it is going to be a cold one. - Luke

@hosedragger-204 4 жыл бұрын

Can you do a video where you put it to the test in a storm?

@jamesgibbs8827 4 жыл бұрын

I recently found your channel Luke. After the 1st video I was hooked.. In last two wks of subscribing to your channel, I've watched almost every video you've made. I look forward to all your new shows. TY in advance.. I even watched your trip w your wife Susie to your daughters graduation from boot camp. Your whole family is full of energy laughter & happiness and of course Vast Knowledge.. I applaud you all. Stay Healthy Happy & Safe. God Bless you all Peace.. Jim G

@EKEACRES 4 жыл бұрын

I use a sewing machine & make all my own tarps. You can buy all the same material that these tarp companies use. I get it by the yard & custom make my own to what ever size I need. I can add loops, D-rings, Velcro, etc wherever I need it to be.It's MUCH cheaper to make your own.

@VanishingNomad Жыл бұрын

I am making my next tarp myself as well. I came up with a decent design, using the strongest lightest material I can find. In theory, I can shave a full pound off my weight, and actually have a bigger tarp.

@niklashall5969 Жыл бұрын

Nice!!!

@OldPackMule 4 жыл бұрын

I would recommend to everyone to learn how to construct a continuous ridge line for your tarp. Setup is super fast and you only need about 30' of light cordage. It takes the stress off the tarp too. For long day hikes I carry an inexpensive but light nylon 10x10 tarp, guy lines and stakes. An ultralight bivy sack (SOL emergency bivy), an ultralight air mattress and air pillow. In the cold I keep a spare set of synthetic long johns to sleep in. All packed in a trash compactor bag. I always have some Reflectix for a sit pad or extra insulation, a drum liner for a ground cover, a small fire kit, a cheap rain poncho and a knife. In winter I'll add an extra outer insulation layer like a puffy or fleece. Always snacks, a mini water filter, a boo-boo kit and a headlamp.

@jamesgibbs8827 4 жыл бұрын

I like your list, oldpackmule & I love this channel.. Can you pls tell me about continuous ridge line for tarp? I assume its just what you said,, a line from tree to tree that you lay your tarp over?? I'm a retired [not by choice, by drs choice] builder from east coast living in az now,, I can build anything out of wood, BUT when it comes to autos and survival in the cold,, I admit,, I'm lost..lol

@markkalsbeek5883 Жыл бұрын

@@jamesgibbs8827 bit late but if you just look around on KZfaq there are a bunch of nice tutorials. Search for "bushcraft quick deploy Ridgeline".

@markkalsbeek5883 Жыл бұрын

If you want to save weight, you can bring a poncho-tarp instead. The fancy new ones can be less than 200 grams all in all!

@annetorswick9641 4 жыл бұрын

I take a rain poncho that doubles as a tarp. Now that the weather has changed, I also take an emergency blanket.

@kelliephilpott4547 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Luke! My name is Kellie. I've been watching your channel for a out 5 years. I'm on Disability and I love living vicariously through your videos. Lol! You and your wonderful family make getting out in nature look so fun!! God bless you all!!

@viz.on7 4 жыл бұрын

Nice video Luke, I would like to see more survival/emergency/bushcraft videos like this... scenarios of what to do in a real emergency situations. Or a simulation of grabbing a bag-out bug and running into the forest to try to survive an overnight with what you have or whatever, can be really cool. I personally carry just a regular cheap tarp 3x3m from some Chinese company, got to use it couple of times in emergency and just when needed for whatever reason. Plus I always carry a space blanket, does not take much space or weight but good to have laying around in the car or in the backpack.

@smuir6104 4 жыл бұрын

Not even what to do, but maybe ideas of what he does. More ideas = adaptability.

@johnfowl3656 4 жыл бұрын

During my hitchhiking adventures across the US, my go-to was always the 11X9 Walmart tarp. Cheaper than any other tarp out there, making it easily replaceable for when I destroyed it! That, combined with six stakes and some cheap cord was all I ever needed to make a solid shelter for a night, and it was lighter and simpler than carrying around a tent to set up/break down every day. The key here is the lack of money required to get/replace one. Eventually I'm saving up for a Warbonnet Superfly tarp as a more permanent solution for quick shelter. Overkill in many people's opinions, but I always need room for gear and my dog, even in an emergency!

@lloydschultz8748 4 жыл бұрын

I keep two shelters with me when I go out hiking, camping, or just in my vehicle. A quick tarp shelter and my tent. I’m a veteran and a outdoor nut so I like to be prepared wherever I go. My pack is normally set up to sustain me for about 7 days in an emergency. I also live in the northern part of the US so getting stranded in the snow does happen on occasion.

@mouse6196 4 жыл бұрын

I use the Siltarp 2 (a little bigger ). It's always on the top of my pack. I've used it as emergency shelter and tarp to set up tent under in rain. It's saved me countless times.

@kimlightfoot 3 жыл бұрын

I learned at around aged 11 that I have to have a warm blanket with me while I travel at all times. Living in Northern Canada, winter time, in December, I was put on a greyhound bus, to go visit my Grandma in Grande Prairie AB. I was leaving Whitehorse Yukon. And around 8 hours after the trip started. The bus breaks down. And they had to send a rescue bus, from Whitehorse, to continue our journey. But it was -20 C outside, and they sent a school bus from Watson Lake to take us back to Watson Lake, because we were in the middle of nowhere, and would have frozen to death. It was a deadly situation. Well, as we all know. School busses are not the warmest vehicles around. I did not have a blanket, and was pretty much frozen solid. Never again, was I caught travelling without enough blankets for everyone in my vehicles. And they have to be warm blankets as well.

@jefferysullivan8923 4 жыл бұрын

I always have a tarp with cordage and a bivvy sack, regardless of how long I intend to be out.

@draekko_ 4 жыл бұрын

One mod i've done this year to my silnylon hex tarp is to add a loop of shock cord to each tie-out and connect the guyline to it. That way as the tarp slacks out it stays relative taut and doesn't over stretch in most windy conditions. Sadly didn't get to test it out yet in all weather conditions, cracked ribs amongst other issues prevented me from getting out for most of the warm season. Edit: also switched to using a full ridgeline for my tarp instead of attaching from the tie-outs to the tree or other structure. Using a prusik (3 or 4 loops per makes for a great stopper) for each end with and s-biner i can quickly dialing in the hang and adjust as needed.

@OldPackMule 4 жыл бұрын

Ben Touchette yes! I use those dollar store hair ties for the corners, the stronger ones. Cheap and you can loop them through the corner ties or grommets.

@arrendaled 4 жыл бұрын

Great idea! Same

@thomasr.jackson2940 4 жыл бұрын

Looks like a good tarp. I hike with a military poncho, with tie offs placed in the grommets, in a small bag where I also have some y stakes and a ridge line. I also throw a space blanket in the pouch. Rugged, versatile, familiar. I like that it not only can be fashioned into several shelter configurations quickly, but also makes good impromptu wet weather gear.

@countrygirl63baker64 Жыл бұрын

I live in northern Michigan, we have weather change on a dime too! We grew up the same way, to be prepared! I carry a day bag in my vehicle that has a emergency tarp in it and I always carry some small tarp with me on day hikes with the dogs! Always good to be prepared! Thank you Luke for your videos!😊

@Butane-lj6tr 4 жыл бұрын

Personally as emergency shelter i carry a "bothy bag". If you are injured they are much easier to set up. In fact there is no setting up. I would not see myself mounting a tarp with a broken leg. The other advantage of a bothy bag is that it does not need any anchor points. So no trees, no problem. And finally you are better protected. Even if a tarp can be set in way to give you a complete protection, it is a bit more technical. Hope to see a review in the near future of such product on your channel. Another interesting product that nobody has done a review about yet on youtube is the "heat reflective tarpaulin" from a British brand called "surviva wear". Just an idea for a future review 😉. Keep up the good work and thanks for your advices.

@vindivergilio3482 4 жыл бұрын

I carry a small one (could be 2 but it's tigjt) person home built emergency shelter in my kit. It basically is a 10'x10' blue poly tarp that I modified with numerous tie-out grommets (4 on each side) plus a central tie point for overhead tying if needed. With this, i also have 5 lengths of 550 para cord and 6 stakes like you use. If I need more, I'll use twigs. For poles, I have 2 3 foot extendable aluminum poles (again, if I need more, I can cut them). I keep it roled up in the bottom of my pack and can be set up quickly in numerous configs. I also keep a tactical flashlight and a 'fire kit' rolled up with it. It's wrapped tightly in shrink wrap (except poles) and is clearly marked "emergency shelter". All together, it takes up about the same space as maybe a 1 quart billy can and weighs almost 1 pound. A bit heavy but when it comes to last minute needed survival, weight or size doesn't matter to me. My safety and the safety of my hiking companions comes before all else. As long as it works is how I see it. Here is a question: what do you (and viewers) carry in your vehicles for survival gear? I'm not talking "comfort", I'm talking bare bones necessary equipment? Thanks for another great video.

@villesimonen4481 4 жыл бұрын

Great video Luke, greetings from Finland! I personally carry finnish military rain poncho as multi use/emergency shelter system, because it will protect you from elements, nuclear radiation, bullets, and acocalypse. Some say it will do your taxes and dishes too, but i may have a fluke as mine doesnt do that. Jokes aside emergency shelters are here pretty much a reguirement as the nature is harsh and unforgiving, especially during winter. Keep up the good work!

@eddiemason4316 4 жыл бұрын

When I was younger and smaller I would carry just a tent rain fly with me, It worked till it ripped. Good vid as ever.

@papajeff5486 4 жыл бұрын

Luke, I carry a light day pack. In the pack I carry two tarps: an 8X10 dynema, a 5x7 Arcturus, line and stakes. There is a Mora knife, a stainless steel water bottle, a ss cup, a silky saw, three lighters and a fero rod, a flexible cutting board gives the pack rigidity. There’s also Off bug juice. It’s very light and just stays in the truck. If I get in trouble, I’ll be okay for a little while. Texas

@kirkw1740 4 жыл бұрын

I normally carry my 4' by 7' 70D nylon poncho tarp, a few packs of emergency blankets and a small roll of packing tape and paracord. Provides me with rain gear, a tough tarp to offer some protection and enough emergency blankets for what ever I may need, be it keeping me warm, dry or even collecting water. The tape can turn 3 or 4 cheap emergency blankets into almost any type of shelter you want and is great for repairing any holes that might be made by branches or sparks.

@donalddicorcia2433 11 ай бұрын

I’ve settled on a grommeted poncho as my minimalist shelter. About the same size as this tarp but a bit more versatile. I can have it out, on and be protected in seconds in the event of a pop-up shower and still pitch it as an A-frame for an unplanned overnight.

@wisenber 4 жыл бұрын

I have a few options. Mostly, I carry my 5x7 emergency blanket (the one with grommets). It's been used as a shelter, picnic blanket for lunch, ground cloth under a tent or tarp, improvised rain gear.... It does an awesome job of reflecting heat from a fire as well. With the shiny side up, it provides shade cooler than a regular tarp. Weighs a couple ounce more than your sil tarp. Not bad for under 25 bucks, and they last for years.

@trailcat71 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks to Luke and family for your service! Happy belated Veterans Day! I am grateful. Usually carry a 12 foot tarp with doors (for the hammock and at 1.3 pounds not particularly light) At this stage I tend to carry a big full pack for the exercise but I don’t have a lightweight option. Was looking at the MLD flat tarp (5x7) though. It’s DCF and inexpensive based on what its made of.

@SavageVoyageur 5 ай бұрын

My tarp is a 9x11 silnylon tarp made by CCS Cook Custon Sewing. It is the tundra tarp that is well known in the camping and canoeing industry. Thanks for your tips on tarp development.

@krimsonhaze327 3 жыл бұрын

I use the Paria Sanctuary Siltarp. Comes with aluminum Y-stakes and dyneema line and line lock adjusters/tensioners

@AdventurewithCaboose 4 жыл бұрын

I use a Dynemma Tarp myself. It’s part of my hammock sleep system that I used for my Appalachian trail thru hike. I take the whole sleep system with me everywhere just because it’s about 2 pounds total with my underquilt included.

@OldPackMule 4 жыл бұрын

Brian DuCommun nice but $$$$

@davidmbarr9255 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Luke, my emergency shelter of choice is a poncho tarp since it has uses beyond just a static shelter. Also carry a Mylar blanket as its weight is insignificant.

@gopherstate777 Жыл бұрын

Once upon a time when I was in the military, we were walking along in northern California on a mountain trail when at 2am the Captain yelled out to my company, Hault, then Rest and then Sleep? We were on a dirt road high on a ledge, going from mountain to mountain. All we had were our packs and our rifles and our steel pots. We had to stay in formation, so we just dropped down on the side of the dirt trail and waited for daylight. The temperature was about 38 degrees. So I worked with what I had. I sat on my steel pot and butt pack to keep the ground from making me colder. I took out my poncho which was unlined, tied off the top and began to wrap it all around me, and pulled my limbs together. I fell asleep. and the next morning while I was a bit cramped in the legs, got up and continued with the mission. Another time, at -17 I found an old shed to break the wind and wrapped a military blanket around me, and sat on my backpack. The shed had a step to the front door and I sat there with a single candle between my legs and the blanket surrounding the tiny flame Indian style. I fell asleep. My point being is there is an advantage to not bedding down and being ready to move if not to just stand up and exercise to shake off the cold. I have even walked all night inside a snorkel parka for 6 hours just to keep my body warmed up and last out the night until the sun came up. For me planning on laying down in the cold at 6'4 is not practical, I would rather stay alive and have all of my toes.

@doughoffart1247 4 жыл бұрын

Luke, I've carried an Integral Designs bivy for 20+ years, back when it was a Canadian-made product, but I'm glad Rab is keeping up the quality tradition with their tarps. I might have to add this to my kit.

@MrWillyp00 4 жыл бұрын

My emergency shelter system is the 2Go systems Trifecta bivy/tarp in combo with their poncho. They are both radiant reflective insulated. Bivy zips if you choose and the poncho covers the open end amply. Good number of tie out points.

@southernrockiesselfreliance 4 жыл бұрын

I carry one as well, and I’m in the desert. I’m in the panhandle of Texas and Palo duro canyon is a very popular park near me where people have to be rescued because of dehydration and exposure. Highly recommend you carry something like this regardless of where you are.

@SteffenRoller 3 жыл бұрын

I live in Southern Ontario and regularly paddle my kayak in my area. I bring a 210cmx140cm (+7ftx 4 1/2 ft) rain poncho made of ripstop nylon when I have to leave the water for the occasional thunderstorm. Recently I purchased the Rab Siltarp 1 which I'm going to use as an addition to my bivy tent (Eureka Solitaire) on multi day trips.

@guitarhiker4449 4 жыл бұрын

I use an etowah tarp sil-nylon. Etowah makes pretty nice tarp shelters! I use that with my SOL emergency bivy. They come with me on all my hikes! I have tested them together on a few trips but mainly keep them in hopes to never have to use! Stay safe! Hike on!

@marinejarhead291 4 жыл бұрын

I have a Go Outfitters Camping Tarp Coyote Brown I bought about a month ago on Amazon for $40 ..It's held up pretty good so far as a Shelter ..It also adds Extra protection from the Elements when I'm camping ..But in a pinch very easy set up like the one you Have Luke .. Awesome Video Can't wait to see you over nighter ..It has been very Cold here in Southern Ohio Temps as low as 9 degrees we had A lil Snow Monday about 2 inches ..I was camping out in my Military Poland Poncho Tent for the first time ...Held up great ..Frozen Snow Winds up to 25 mph gusts n Wind chill around 15 degrees Stay very Warm in my Military 4 System Bivy ... Strength n honor to ya Luke.. Semper Fi My Brother ..That was awesome The Fighter Jets flying over ya ...Where I live I see the Apache helicopters fly over my house ...Really Kool Luke ...Have a Beautiful Week ahead Take care God bless you n your family Luke ..

@DonP_is_lostagain 4 жыл бұрын

I used to carry a 7x5 tarp for an emergency shelter, but last year, switched to a Six Moon Designs Gatewood Cape. It sets up as a Teepee shelter with a trekking pole ( or ~45-49" stick, with tie outs so that it's a fully enclosed shelter. Of course it can also be setup as a tarp in various ways, but it's strength is as an enclosed shelter. It also doubles as a rain poncho. Love the thing.

@Ian.. 4 жыл бұрын

Good job Luke. I carry a DD super light tarp on a hike and I carry a Fjällräven poncho everywhere else. I like that a poncho can be opened out into a shelter if needed.

@bobmcelroy7289 4 жыл бұрын

I have a xtra large poncho I bought years ago. I also carry enough cordage to do just as you have . It has come in handy! Good video!

@ladyjaay6726 4 жыл бұрын

Super video Luke. Loving this survival shelter. Super light, super affordable, super functional. A must have. Keep it coming luke. 👍👍👍

@ronaldrose7593 4 жыл бұрын

Hello Luke, my outdoors friend. You are a wealth of information. I appreciate your sharing this fine video. You are correct, that tarp looks like a 'must have' for nearly back pack. The best to you and Susie. 🤗

@ellengoodman6289 4 жыл бұрын

I always enjoy your videos Luke and appreciate your efforts to share your experiences and knowledge with us. I always carry a Poncho Survival System from Wilderness Innovations. It can be a poncho, tarp, or gathered end hammock and has served me well. It has a snap in liner and other attachments depending on it's use. As you indicated, shelter is essential out there in nature.

@nope8535 4 жыл бұрын

Currently mine in Florida is a poncho and poncho liner. When winter hits I add a wool blanket and layers of clothing get added.

@arrendaled 4 жыл бұрын

I'm a hammocker so I carry a 10 x 10 sil tarp. I have used it as a pyramid tent when I have had to go to ground. I agree you should carry some survival gear even on a day hike. Light, fire material, water and cover at minimum

@april906outdoors3 4 жыл бұрын

I always carry an emergency bivy and "space blanket" as well as a couple of esbit (nesbit?) cubes in my first aid kit.

@nicholasromano1422 3 жыл бұрын

I use a mil-spec poncho with bankline loops on the corners and the quick deploy ridgeline popularized by Corporal's Corner. It's a bit smaller, not as light, but has the versatility of being wearable as well. Thanks for all you do, Luke!

@origamiXcore 4 жыл бұрын

To save me some money, I bought an extra large tent footprint. It is very waterproof and has been probably one of my favorite purchase to save me some money, I bought an extra large tent footprint. It is very waterproof and has been probably one of my favorite purchases since I started being more of a frequent camper in the last eight years. Of course I don’t always use it, but it also is great as a shelter or cover for my hammock!

@peatplodder 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Luke. Greetings from the UK, & thanks for yet another great video. You have become my go-to, for unbiased "true" reviews over the years. I have been carrying that same tarp for the same reasons as yourself, for about 4 years now, used it a fair few times for different things, & slept under it a couple of times too (out of choice, not necessity), & found it a good strong product. It's not large though, as you will be aware, so if I were bigger(I'm 5'8"), I might have preferred the siltarp 2-still pretty light, especially in winter, however I have teamed it up with the Fjallraven poncho which I think you have reviewed in the past (managed to get a good deal!) , and I find that combination a good, light, flexible pair for my needs. keep up the good work!

@ulnoohiker8983 3 жыл бұрын

I take with me a sea to summit nylon tarp poncho, a nylon sleeping bag liner, 8 stakes, a quick deploy paracord, and a trekking pole, sol emergency bivy, and a portable outdoor camping cookware set with mini stove with canister.

@saraskold9631 4 жыл бұрын

We use ponchos from Wilderness Innovation they are not cheap but you can use them as a hammock, tent /tarp as well a a poncho from their site -,Poncho Survival Shelter PSS series is a Multi-function Poncho, Hammock, Tarp, Chair, and more. 12 Tabs for tarp set up, snaps to form poncho and attach liner and blanket options, large adjustable hood. Poncho includes 40' of 550 cord. No better value for the money. Made in USA. --->XXL sizes special order.

@caroleecole3140 Жыл бұрын

Hey Luke! Just getting my "Bug Out Bag" together so this sounds really great: good protection and light weight! Thanks for all you do for our community! Sa Hi to Suzi for me! ALL THE BEST!!!

@guitarhiker4449 4 жыл бұрын

I remember intergral designs i think they even made a multicam bivy cover/tent. Kind of a hybrid bivy/tent. It looked very well made and came with a pole to keep the mesh off your face. Rarely do i see their products come up forsale. Didnt know RAB bought them out. Rab makes some really nice gear too sleeping bags and down jackets especially. Thanks for sharing luke very nice emergency shelter!

@Alex_CantDrive55 4 жыл бұрын

I use 3 fifty five gal. Contractor bags about 20 ft of NO. 36 bank line and 5 home made stakes. Very light and only cost me $3 and 10 mins of time. Love these agenda free channels. You guys rock.

@kevinstoltzfus8754 4 жыл бұрын

I always carry a good quality rain poncho. I can wear it and be mobile or construct a stationary shelter. It's 86"X58" with webbing tie outs. I've used it on many times to wait out heavy rain and cook under. Keep up the great videos.

@ambrosestapleton975 4 жыл бұрын

I never considered carrying a tarp before but have been lately. When I was actively hiking I always carried a tent and tarps we're just too heavy. Now I don't hike like I used to ( because of health) but I do get out for 30 mins to an hour and think a tarp could be very useful as part of the survival gear I carry. This one looks like a good sturdy and lightweight choice. Thanks for sharing.

@Eric-ew8jt 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Cool Hand! I carry a small set up myself, a 5x8 from Bushcraft Outfitters and a grabber space blanket with a few of those 4 mil trash bags. With a quick deploy ridge line with the prusik loops already attached. And yes please on the review of the tarp. I just bought the Jakkari L backpack because of your review

@gicking3898 4 жыл бұрын

Wow! As a city guy, I've never given any thought to this. I do hope to cycle from sea level up to around 2000-3500 metres though in the next year. I will definitely carry some emergency gear, after this video. Thanks for doing it! Can really gear your enthusiasm and belief in having emergency shelter and this product 👍

@danhuhaw2921 4 жыл бұрын

Great Channel Luke My emergency shelter is a basic blue tarp 9x12 and dollar store parachord. For less than $20 CAD, it hasn’t failed me yet. There are better packable options, but this works.

@willownoel5017 4 жыл бұрын

My "quick shelter" is a tarp arranged very similar to the one you demonstrated there except it's by redcamp. The nice feature of the one I carry is it's intended to go along with my hammock so it's not like I'm carrying anything extra. Oh yeah, quick as opposed to emergency shelter because here where I live, our area competes with Seattle Washington as the rainiest city in the lower 48 so you can't really say, i didn't know a thunderstorm might come up outta nowhere! Lower Alabama really is a subtropical zone with jungle like conditions all the way from early spring till late fall and then oh my gosh thank goodness finally a few days of good cold camping weather here and there. Anyway I'm getting off track, stay sharp and stay dry!

@ThatBugBehindYou 4 жыл бұрын

I carry a tarp for picnics just for the sake of unpredicted weather. I can't count the times on my fingers that I "saved the day" with a simple tarp and rope. Every time everyone says "I need to start bringing that", every time they don't.

@veteranpatriot4474 4 жыл бұрын

I have a Wildventure tarp system similar to yours which is 9.8 x 9.8 and has 2 sets of stakes 1 set for soft ground and the other for hard ground. Total weight is.2.7 lbs it's made of reinforced Nylon. Absolutely LOVE IT.

@lifeprepoutdoors3966 4 жыл бұрын

Great video, as usual. For the type of camping I do. I take a survival Bivvy and a SOL 'Sport Utility Blanket' along with a small pocket survival kit.

@Will-Parr 4 жыл бұрын

Good info Luke and well presented. You make your points quick and concise. If you say it, I believe it.

@carlosa.torres7186 4 жыл бұрын

Love the Vids Luke! Keep them coming! Love what you do! Happy trails and enjoy them. I carry a 5'x8' blue camping tarp from wally world !!👍 works great for emergency purposes 👍

@nicholasramsey1988 4 жыл бұрын

Carlos A. Torres I got the same tarp it’s not to bad comes in handy a lot. Think it was $8.00.

@robertsbushcraft 4 жыл бұрын

My personal go-to is an Aqua Quest 13x10 Safari tarp. I have the camo version. When folded right it can pack down into an older MOLLE 1qt. canteen pouch. I do too keep guylines as well as ridgeline (paracord) for quick setup. I like the bigger tarp because it is big enough (if setup properly) to create a floor under the A-frame.

@iamgroot8631 4 жыл бұрын

Another good video, it is a good idea to have an emergency cover, even if you did have shelter this could be used to cover / protect you wood pile, or help out a buddy who forgot his shelter

@arilidris 4 жыл бұрын

Nice video bro! Thanks for the tips and advise. I'm going to get one...and start bring emergency shelter after this...thank you bro

@drivestorage1779 2 жыл бұрын

You are a life saver. This is exactly what I am looking for. The price has gone WAY up since your video, but hey, you need it, you need it. Best to be safe than sorry. Getting one of these.

@liamworthington5863 2 жыл бұрын

I grew up camping and me and my dad always brought a 5 person tent FLY and it worked with ham or ground camping ... bring what size you need.

@marshalljones4315 4 жыл бұрын

I carry a 9.5ftx12ft silnylon tarp made by UGQ in my EDC backpack. Goes everywhere with me, luckily I've never had to use it for an emergency! Nice video!

@tshirley05015 3 жыл бұрын

Great Video, So far I like the "Onewind Backpack Rain Poncho" Almost the same size as yours plus multi-purpose.

@bbqguy777 4 жыл бұрын

Great video as always! I carry the Grizzly Gear Emergency Thermal Tent. I’ve never needed it for an emergency but have set it up and used it a couple times. Hopefully I will never “Need” it. Thanks for the awesome channel. Luckily in Iowa we don’t deal with too many mountains, but weather does play a factor here.

@ReagerNu 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Luke. I dont carry an emergency shelter. You can drive from one end of our country to the ohter in 5 hours, so help is not that far away. I do love your videos, and i can tell, that you are very busy these days, and still you find time for a video or 2 every week..thank you for that. take care.

@kylelockhart8462 4 жыл бұрын

I carry the msr through hiker 9.5x10.5, a snugpak bug net and a descent space blanket...that is always in my day pack.

@dominicbarratt3433 4 жыл бұрын

Great practical piece of kit. But the clothes on ur back are the first and foremost line of defence. Can’t understate that fact enough. I have the Rab version being from the uk. Pure quality and like u say. Light as a feather. Thanks Luke. Hope alls well with family 👍🏻

@Chris_at_Home 2 жыл бұрын

For years my my son and I did backcountry canoeing and hiking and we always carried a lightweight rainfly.

@dnorm 3 жыл бұрын

I use/ carry something akin to the Rab 4-6 person storm shelter. Packs to about the same size does not require any additional pegs or poles can be set up faster. I have used mine as a bike packing bivi. I would use a tarp for planned over night stops (I carry a poncho for the same reason).

@johnlindsay3647 4 жыл бұрын

I relied on tarps for a long time even when I had tense and our search and rescue group was tarp only and you know I packed my tent with me several times we still slept under tarps and I used a army half shelter pup tent

@jonobyl 4 жыл бұрын

Greetings from New Zealand Great video for me as we are coming in to summer here so looking at tempatures in the mid 30s celcius sometimes. I will definatly be using the set up you had going as a shelter when im out 4x4ing and overnighting

@Politikn 4 жыл бұрын

When I’m in the outdoors I’m generally fishing so my kit is about warmth. I carry a SOL Emergency Bivy and a SOL Emergency Blanket in addition to my kit and first aid.

@MrUltralight55 4 жыл бұрын

I use a Military Poncho and a space blanket in my day pack. Would like to see more on this tarp. Thanks for the video Luke.

@ozdavemcgee2079 4 жыл бұрын

I got my old Army hootchie/tarp. Same idea as this. But its my only and primary shelter. Its about 1 kg. Guy lines? Used to use bungee cords in the army. But I been using a few caribeners and shock cord. Buy it by the meter tie it on. Saves a bit of time while its pouring. Clip done up covered and dry. If I was to replace Id buy a DD hammocks tarp. Id go 4x4 meter one gives more optiond to make tents teepees etc. Snugpak also have a great light bivi bag. Its half packed size of Lukes Tarp. Light as. I keep that with my hootchie

@jdcpac 4 жыл бұрын

Great video Luke, I would definitely love to see more on this product.

@michaelkilpatrick3076 4 жыл бұрын

I personally prefer a military grade poncho. I can wear it or use it for shelter. Ole Grouch Military Surplus designed one I really like. It is not on the cheap but worth the money. it will run around 70 to 80 dollars. I also carry (2) 55 gal drum liners (trash bags) 5 mil thickness to help with convection, conduction, or believe it or not ( a raised bed). Good looking tarp you have on hand. It does look well made. Thanks

@mh1124800 4 жыл бұрын

I have the big king camo tarp for my emergency tent. With all the designs I can make as far as shelters, it works for me

@mh1124800 4 жыл бұрын

Oh yea, would love to see a review

@tuttifruttisummerluv 4 жыл бұрын

I would absolutely love a review on it and also an in depth look at how to set this up multiple ways! I love your videos and also love when your lovely lady is in the video!

@joeykerr5517 4 жыл бұрын

I went all out 2 years ago for xmas on a tarp. My mom ended up getting me the Winter Dream from UGC. Not cheap, but I love it. Originally for my hammock but I carry it with my emergency kit now. I really like having doors with snaps. I like to be completely enclosed in case it gets bad. I also have my SOL escape bivvy and sometimes my UST emergency tarp with the mylar. I tend to go shelter heavy.

@mrwes100 4 жыл бұрын

I carry a USGI poncho, quick deployable ridge line. Goes with me all the time.

@fedegoeswoods3142 4 жыл бұрын

Nice video! I have a bulky El cheapo tarp that I should definitely replace.. this looks very interesting!

@cjvilleneuve1566 4 жыл бұрын

thanks luke, i might consider to get a tarp like yours , good point that we tend to neglect sometime.

@james20k50 4 жыл бұрын

I carry a 10x10 Aqua Quest Defender tarp and ground sheet. It's a bit heavy but bomb proof as the saying goes!

@poplarridge9719 4 жыл бұрын

In my bottle kit, I carry 2 Heat Sheets, one of which I have used 4 times including once in a hail storm. If I add the day ruck on an outing, my 10x10 Campmor Versatile Tarp goes with me, too.

@spider5001 4 жыл бұрын

Really cool🙂 I carry my BCO MEST poncho and 2 contractor bags. The poncho would be my tarp and I can either make a stretcher bed or stuff the contractor bags with debris

@anhatur 4 жыл бұрын

For colder weather, I seem to have switched to a "Fjellduk". A quite strong (and somewhat heavy) poncho/tarp combination with reflective foil on the inside. If it really blows you can put your whole sleeping bsg inside but the tarp itself is absolutely waterproof so you do need some way to get some draft through there or you'll be wet in a few hours. The upside of that is, if you really *are* wet you can pack yourself in something like that and stop the drying out of your clothes. Which is most of the reason you get so cold.

@quinnwarman5139 4 жыл бұрын

I carry a siltarp 2 for emergency shelter and for summer camping love it light weight small form factor and well made great stuff rab well said luke about other channels not always helping people just there to fake review and sell

@michaelkelly8061 4 жыл бұрын

I am interested in seeing more about this one. It looks like it would fit in my jacket pocket with no trouble at all.

@davelittle6668 4 жыл бұрын

Ahhhh the roar of synchronized freedom. I have a much larger tarp; it’s about 10 x 13. I need all that, being a bit over 6’6”.

@mickeyphillips6603 4 жыл бұрын

I have to disagree with you Luke, just slightly. I believe that you do have an agenda. It’s providing fair, honest information for your viewers. Thank you for that!

@willownoel5017 4 жыл бұрын

I was thinking the exact same thing when he made those bogus comments about not having an agenda. As far as I can see on KZfaq Luke is the best hands down and I don't know why KZfaq doesn't put him first and foremost upfront on their recommendations for outdoor gear reviews. For anyone considering a KZfaqr to support, I would definitely recommend ole lone Wolf Luke.

@sooneroutdoors8213 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed. Between him and Project Farm, I gain a ton of useful and honest information about products

@gooddoogs 4 жыл бұрын

Nice video Luke. I have the sea to summit poncho tarp. Works well for me.

@sts3427 4 жыл бұрын

That's what we call the sound of freedom.

@daveinstlouis7296 4 жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same thing lol

@TheOutdoorGearReview 4 жыл бұрын

Every single time I hear those jets, the hair on my arms stands up! FREEDOM! - Luke

@viz.on7 4 жыл бұрын

Haha yeah, even after 7yrs in the Air Force, I still get goosebumps every time I hear a jet engine.

@silverbucket8046 4 жыл бұрын

Our eyes on the sky!

@willownoel5017 4 жыл бұрын

Way back, me and my brother was building farm worker huts on a ranch right beside the aircraft carrier training strip in South Texas. Talk about some sound. They'd run all day practicing landing on the deck of a aircraft carrier. Remarkably they'd stop for lunch time for an hour. People just don't know what goes into having a well trained military and it just burns me up to see these people who use their constitutional rights to disrespect our troops. Don't they realize there's wolves out there just waiting to come in here and devour them and there's only one thing standing between them and us?

@Emily_M81 2 жыл бұрын

My Gatewood Cape and stakes/lines weighs about a pound and compacts small. It's an ultralight sylnylon poncho that can also be pitched as a tent. It's a pretty great piece of gear, but does need seam sealing to be fully waterproofed. it's only available in green or grey, though.

@roaddog1m 4 жыл бұрын

I've been carrying the sanctuary tarp which is an 8 x 10 but after seeing your review, I may pick one of these up as my primary tarp just because of the size Factor