Why I Haven't Been Making Hiking Gear Videos

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Why I Haven't Been Making Hiking Gear Videos

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Recently I was included in a video by ‪@rootsandpeaks‬ about his favorite hiking / backpacking KZfaq creators. I thought the video was well done and of course it was nice to be included. In the video he gives a brief description about the channel and mentions that I haven't made a gear video in quite some time and have essentially moved to on trail videos exclusively. That summary is very accurate. I have only made about couple of videos that even mention gear in the last 3.5 or so years. In this video I wanted to explain why that is
Check out the video by routes and peaks here: • Top 10 Hiking & Backpa...
Some of the gear I usually use listed below
HMG Southwest 2400 bit.ly/3TZe9hH or bit.ly/3KqlDXB
HMG Southwest 3400 bit.ly/3M8RhKu or bit.ly/40YvucR
Granite Gear Crown 60 bit.ly/3lU3Lv7 or amzn.to/40RnFWc
HMG Shoulder Pocket bit.ly/3ZAPWzd
Altaplex zpacks.com/pro...
Copper Spur HV UL2 bit.ly/3KrBNA3 or amzn.to/40QgmOA
Xmid 1p durstongear.co...
Solplex (mostly retired) • Zpacks Solplex Tent | ...
Thermarest Xlite bit.ly/3KsYfcj or amzn.to/40W6lzi
Thermarest Xtherm Max bit.ly/3ZFIBON or amzn.to/3U2FejW
Nemo Switchback bit.ly/3U4N90b or amzn.to/40xWjVb
⅛” Thinlite Foam Pad www.gossamerge...
EE Revelation 20 L/W bit.ly/40QMmlE
EE Convert 0 L/Extra Wide bit.ly/3TZIdK1
Polar Ranger -20 Long bit.ly/3MiwCDM or amzn.to/3ztCeDP
EE Torrid Hood bit.ly/3lYi8OX
Trekology Pillow bit.ly/3zoQKfR or amzn.to/3Uiawnf
Sawyer Squeeze bit.ly/3K0iVH7 or amzn.to/3U16L5g
Toaks Titanium Pot bit.ly/40BoTFt or amzn.to/3nDCNYW
Long Spoon bit.ly/3MsqCsz or amzn.to/3zoUlKT
CMT CF Trekking Poles amzn.to/42X7Zm9
Nitecore NU25 amzn.to/3K4bK0D
Nitecore NB10000 amzn.to/3nDKDSm
Trowel amzn.to/3m3B3rB or bit.ly/40rjDnH
Zoleo Satellite Comm bit.ly/40Mu6Ko or amzn.to/3ZC4C1c
MSR Pocket Rocket bit.ly/3nyE2bL or amzn.to/3MdVn47
Pack Cover dutchwaregear....
Pack Liner www.gossamerge...
Clothing (typical 3 season carry)
Rain Skirt zpacks.com/pro...
EE Copperfield Pants bit.ly/42WURNZ
EE Torrid Jacket bit.ly/3Mbpt8y
OR Sun Hat bit.ly/3K1HOSB or amzn.to/3nEYaJu
Buff amzn.to/2hSXv22
OR Sun Gloves bit.ly/2r1TGiy or amzn.to/376HPAq
Patagonia R1 Hoody bit.ly/40D4D6g or bit.ly/3KqZadb
Patagonia Leggings bit.ly/3m0QVeu
S2S Bug Headnet bit.ly/42T7OIF or amzn.to/40VWvxE
Columbia Silver Ridge Shirt bit.ly/3KrZ0lS or amzn.to/40WXBsX
REI Shorts bit.ly/4307zeF
REI Pants bit.ly/40PJLch
ExOfficio Underwear amzn.to/3U4QBb9
SB Compression Socks amzn.to/3K5nVdj
Altra Lone Peak Shoes bit.ly/3KshBhw or amzn.to/3U4wxFQ
Gear used to film this video
Lumix S5ii bhpho.to/3XQiHIV or amzn.to/3pMB458
Panasonic 16-35 f4 bhpho.to/3KoLEqq or amzn.to/3Mgch2h
Rode Video Micro bhpho.to/3zqO1mj or amzn.to/3K6MUx6
Peak Design Carbon Fiber Tripod bhpho.to/40Rjnhy or amzn.to/3nGSOgZ
Freewell Variable ND Filters bhpho.to/40WZyph or amzn.to/42U2tRr
Filmed in v-log - 6k 24 4.2.0 10 bit
Full disclosure - The links in this description are more than likely affiliate links. This means if you click on one of these links and make a purchase I make a commission from that sale. As much as I love money, I would highly suggest giving yourself at least 48 hours before any purchase decision and asking yourself “Do I really need this?”. I hope more times than not, you find yourself saying “I Definitely do NOT need this”. If you find yourself still in need, shop around and find the best deal for your money.
Please note that I am not recommending any of the gear seen in any of my videos. The gear I use is what I have found works best for me at the time period I am using it. I have come to these gear choices through vast levels of trial, error, and experimenting with gear out on trail.
Gear, clothing, footwear, etc. are not one style works for all. Do as much research as you can, try out things in person if able, and make the best informed purchase decision for YOU. Do not buy gear just because it worked for, was showcased by, or recommended by someone on KZfaq

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@john_kelley Жыл бұрын

Make the videos you want, Chris. We'll watch either way.

@in_search_of_solitude Жыл бұрын

It’s all about doing what you love and sharing that passion with others. The inspiration is appreciated Chris, and the fact that you’re out there doing your thing… and “staying real about it” is refreshing. Keep doing your thing. we all appreciate you sharing these trips

@edurban7236 Жыл бұрын

First off, you are Number 1. I agree that once you get it dialed in, chasing the new trendy gear is not a priority anymore. For example, once you have a MH Breakfast Skillet there is no reason to explore other options. lol. I have loved your journey and how the channel has evolved over the years!

@ChrisGoesOutdoors Жыл бұрын

That breakfast skillet is very legit. Backpacker pantry seemed to have changed their pad thai recently. I am extremely displeased in this

@jhonyermo Жыл бұрын

Gear or no gear, please keep 'em coming. As old as I am I am trying to use what I have an use it up. But still, now and then, I see something, you and other hikers I admire, and am really tempted. • But as you said in the text: "I would highly suggest giving yourself at least 48 hours before any purchase decision and asking yourself “Do I really need this?”. I hope more times than not, you find yourself saying “I Definitely do NOT need this”. And I have oodles and scads of stuff I don't need! • Sage Advice, and I thank you ever so much for it.

@ChrisGoesOutdoors Жыл бұрын

Trail videos will continue for sure. The one I mention in this video is done, should release in a couple of days. And its always good to really consider a purchase, give yourself time to realize you dont need it!

@gregory_adam5350 Жыл бұрын

I’ve been following you for 5 years and I enjoy your videos for the nature and hiking but more than anything it’s the laid back, light hearted, and chill vibe. 👍🏻

@backcountrybarracks Жыл бұрын

I just found your channel. Watched a couple past videos and really enjoy your style. Stay safe out there. Just subscribed.

@marcohanig176 Жыл бұрын

Good for you! It says a lot about who you are, You have a unique style, and a loyal group of followers. Thanks for doing great content without trying to get the most clicks and ad revenue!

@roamingrick8736 Жыл бұрын

Chris: I watch your videos primarily because you do more hiking videos versus gear videos and that’s mostly to learn from your experiences and how you deal with a situation when confronted with one more notably with the oh no one’s. Like I wasn’t expecting that so I’ll do this. Knowledge is power so I’ll be a sponge, keep on keeping on and thanks for sharing!

@j.s.1270 Жыл бұрын

This is one of the many reasons that I subscribed to your channel.

@JM.5387 Жыл бұрын

100%. Once you have a kit that works for you, you can think about other things that are far more rewarding.

@j.s.1270 Жыл бұрын

Like going out on hikes and use it.

@lukepaulson3428 Жыл бұрын

I’m a day hiker exclusively and have dialed in what I want/need when I go out. So for me the current videos are fantastic. Love them. Thanks!

@barondavis5692 Жыл бұрын

It’s like finding the right tool to do a task. You go on the journey of finding and testing tools. When you find the right tools, then you focus on the task. Tools are no longer the focus. I/we get. Thanks for sharing your journeys.

@user-bq1um4sn8j Жыл бұрын

I’m not familiar with your gear videos but I do like the gear recap and trails map you’ve included on videos. Super helpful to know what things you’ve carried and what route you traveled after watching your trips.

@ChuckGlynn Жыл бұрын

I have been interested in backpacking for the past couple of years. There were a handful of creators who were filming their hikes and it was great. Seems most have moved toward gear reviews. And I’ve got the gear, just looking for places to go. So, I’ve become a lot more interested in the trails over the gear. Glad your interests have changed. New subscriber because of this video!

@yemrot1 Жыл бұрын

Way back when, I was watching the video of a kid setting up the Fly Creek UL2 in the Blue Hills. When I shared the video with my son he looked at me crosswise and said, "You know who that is don't you?" I have to admit you had changed a bit since the last time I had seen you. I've been watching ever since. It's incredible how you've grown as a videographer! It's been great to follow you on your journey. Keep hiking and keep taking us along with you.

@ChrisGoesOutdoors Жыл бұрын

I've put on a bit of weight and lost some hair since then haha I remember the first time I realized it was you leaving the comments and was like oh no way! Would be great to camp with you guys sometime. Even a small hike to campsite somewhere for the night

@yemrot1 Жыл бұрын

@@ChrisGoesOutdoors I know Mike has been talking about doing something soon, we’ll be in touch!

@littlethislittlethat456 Жыл бұрын

I feel the same way. I made tons of gear videos in the past but my gear is dialed in now and I haven't really changed it much in the past three years. John from MI

@SummitSeeker546 Жыл бұрын

Buy quality, take care of it, and enjoy it! Frankly I love seeing old gear that still performs. If my gear could talk, the story it would tell!

@kgwash Жыл бұрын

Same. Excellent post. Years of hiking and backpacking and I am getting dialed in. Deciding what to do with old gear is...interesting, but lots of repurposing. And learning what i can make with 1.99 freezer bags from Market Basket. Got coozies? Looking forward to seeing more of your videos.

@huntsail3727 Жыл бұрын

Never saw the old content, enjoy greatly what you are doing now. Hope you keep following your passions, and telling your stories.

@ChrisGoesOutdoors Жыл бұрын

Thats the plan! Appreciate you watching the new stuff!

@ManivanAdventures Жыл бұрын

I thought about making some gear videos to try to boost my views and subscriber count, but making that type of content just doesn’t sound fun to me, so I totally feel you on not finding joy in that. Maybe I’ll make a couple, but I’m far more interested in documenting my experience on the trail. Keep up the good work, Chris! 🤙🏼 Btw that X-Mid is lookin good (love mine!) lol 😉

@EatmySkrillex Жыл бұрын

Chris, your CO Trail videos were essentially for my prep. Thanks so much for documenting everything in such detail!

@BankgeekOutdoors Жыл бұрын

I’m happy that you made at least one gear video.. I stumbled on your channel because of an REI tent review a little over two years ago. I didn’t know they even made it and was just bored and curious. I saw that you had videos of the whites and I immediately subscribed. I don’t really care about gear reviews, but your videos are very interesting. You cover a lot of unique places, and you are gifted with a real eye for the camera. I can’t tell you the number of times when I have to pause the video just to soak in a shot. Follow your heart. I love what you are producing. Thank you!!

@LostAgainwithJim Жыл бұрын

This is something that's been on my mind for a while. I don't really enjoy making gear videos, but I know those are the videos most people are looking for. I still dig new gear, and I enjoy taking new stuff out, but talking about it doesn't thrill me. I still make them because as you stated, they are helpful, and people find value in them. But it's struggle for me to get them made.

@SophisticatedDogCat Жыл бұрын

The thing is, with backpacking videos- what else is there to talk about? The only thing that evolves is gear. Sorry, but it’s rather boring watching other people hike unless it’s a collab or something or somewhere uniquely interesting.

@LostAgainwithJim Жыл бұрын

I love a well produced trip video. Especially if the creator can make me feel like I'm there with them. I've planned trips around videos I've seen of places I've never been. But, like most things in life, KZfaq is subjective. What I enjoy and what you'll enjoy may be totally different, and that's totally fine. It would be boring if we all liked exactly the same stuff all the time. @@SophisticatedDogCat

@SophisticatedDogCat Жыл бұрын

@@LostAgainwithJim Doodoofart.

@mtadams2009 Жыл бұрын

I could not agree with you more. As an older retired hiker I got all into gear for a bit, mainly to lighten my pack so I could enjoy hiking more. I got my base weight down to about eight pounds and it’s working well, so for the most part I am done for some time. Now it’s all about hiking and gear is something I don’t really think of that much, which is how it was back when I started decades ago. Take care and enjoy your hike.

@rootsandpeaks Жыл бұрын

This is so awesome!

@ChrisGoesOutdoors Жыл бұрын

You knew your CGO history well! haha

@rootsandpeaks Жыл бұрын

@@ChrisGoesOutdoors your videos have been super valuable to me! Thank you. I’m so glad that you are making what brings you joy!

@FirstHandExplore Жыл бұрын

I recently bumped into that other video where your channel was singled out for not making anymore gear videos. I only bumped into one of your videos long time ago browsing backpacking trails. The fact that you are still out there making hiking videos over gears earns my admiration. I was introduced to backpacking in the 90’s and the my fiasco over gears have since died down. I appreciate people seeing through the material stuff and honing on inspiring other people with story telling or preparing their physical and mental skills instead. I appreciate there are still channels out there dedicated to their passions over algorithm.

@jameshooper3484 Жыл бұрын

Chris, man, i gotta say.... if you ever decide to look for a new career, i think you should look into voice acting. Your voice is just so calming and soothing. Sometimes Ill play your videos while im driving, put the phone face down in the passenger seat so its not a distraction, and just listen. Even after a rough day at work, I can be in a better headspace by the time i get home. I appreciate you!

@ChrisGoesOutdoors Жыл бұрын

I'll have to keep an eye out for late night radio jobs haha

@tangenttrails Жыл бұрын

I enjoy watching your content as is. It’s great. Keep ‘‘em coming.✌️

@MeetMeOutside Жыл бұрын

Totally understand man. I’m guilty of being stuck in the rabbit hole of gear ! Just love it. On the other hand, I have learned a lot from watching your gear reviews in the past. I do believe youtube is invaluable when it comes to getting your eyes on gear you might not even know exists. Keep doing what you want brother ! Peace ✌️

@ChrisGoesOutdoors Жыл бұрын

KZfaq is absolutely invaluable for research. The amount of videos I watched in my gear search was astronomical. It was quite helpful in finding the right stuff for me. I am glad to have made it to a point where I am pretty much square. My wallet is also happy about this lol

@MeetMeOutside Жыл бұрын

@@ChrisGoesOutdoors I hear you there !

@mg222. Жыл бұрын

I think your wisdom about gear makes a lot of sense. I did my research initially to try to get a good gear system going, but now I only replace my gear if I have something that doesn't work for me. Even if I had unlimited money to buy all the gear I want, I still wouldn't want to buy a ton of gear because then the gear that doesn't get used just sits there and clutters everything up. Also I agree with your opinion that while gear is important, the most important thing it does is help you get to where you want to hike to comfortably. While I appreciated your gear videos for helping me make a few decisions (I completely stole your cooking setup!), I don't need gear videos as much anymore and I'm happy to see you getting out and enjoying the wilderness. Some of the specific routes you take are more of an inspiration for me at this point!

@scott_seaandmtn Жыл бұрын

Amazing to me that even a video “Not” about gear has double the views of your epic level Lonesome Kinsman Cannonball hike. Whatever, that’s the KZfaq algorithm. Been watching your channel a while now and although I have a decent budget, my gear spending is minimal. I’m in “the market” for hike ideas and less about gear ideas. Keep ‘em coming.

@adkeric Жыл бұрын

I think there's also something to be said for the fact that gear has sort of gone "stale" the last few years. From like 2013 to 2018 or so there was cool new stuff coming out all the time. The DCF revolution was happening, new frameless packs coming out, new stoves, new trekking pole tents, new cottage vendors. The last couple years the most exciting thing that has happened is magnets for door tie backs. Yay?

@ervinslens Жыл бұрын

Great upload bud. I think the most important thing is to shoot what you actually enjoy! However, I believe that whatever you film would be done professionally!

@rothkobreath Жыл бұрын

Cool to see that you're doing what matters to you.

@BackcountryPilgrim Жыл бұрын

I was thinking along these same lines lately. I finally get my gear dialed in and then I cant use it because I gotta test new gear lol!

@notquiteultralight1701 Жыл бұрын

Chris, this was so well said!! Example: my walk behind lawn mower finally died for the 5th time last September so I rolled that baby out to the street for the scrap folks or tinkerers and went and bought a brand new push mower. News flash!! They haven’t changed all that much in the 5 years before we bought the poopy one. I find it entertaining that there’s 20 some odd companies out there making the same tent. 2 person, two aluminum poles, mostly netting for the main canopy, just shy of 5 lbs and 2 vestibules. I think once you’re dialed in its time to actually start going to the gym like you did to get in shape and start enjoying the outdoors with what ya got! For me I’m a twig stove nut so i have 3 or four twig stoves, 2 of which were American made by American companies. I do know that a deep winter trip requires my msr international for the white gas as you need the white gas yo process snow. I’m not sure where to get the Coleman extreme gas canisters like the gentleman on the norwegian explorer channel. I guess you can use that fuel up around the arctic during winter so it sounds pretty fing badass! Basically, it’s probably time for all of us to put the phone and tv remote down and actually go …. outside… and recreate… instead of always just watching videos about it. I’m trying to do that with my work and home pressures but its possible. Good content Chris and I’m glad you put this up! Ciao! NQU

@BearTrekAdventures Жыл бұрын

I always enjoy your videos and style Chris! You make some really great enjoyable content, and the trail videos have helped me a lot in the Whites and for my AT prep.

@BobCorsaro Жыл бұрын

Thanks. I'm so sick of gear videos and sad to see that some hiking youtube channels only make gear videos these days.

@michelstronguin6974 Жыл бұрын

Innovation, and I mean serious innovation hasn't really arrived lately in backpacking gear, apart from the Durston X-mid and Ultra-200 fabric for backpacks. I'm sure once there is a flood of innovation your interest will peak again.

@ChrisGoesOutdoors Жыл бұрын

Two of those five purchases I mentioned were the xmid 1p and kakwa40. The only two things in recent history that have looked interesting to me.

@thathikingguy Жыл бұрын

Can totally relate to this. I feel the same way. Gear is a never ending trap

@Beautyaddixion Жыл бұрын

I think it's awesome that you're not promoting over consumption!! ❤️

@PaulsWanderings Жыл бұрын

I am with you. My best performing videos, nothing like yours, I don't have the audience you have, are gear related. I put a video out in September of last year showing how to attach trekking poles to a back pack and that has gotten, 9,127 views and my next best performing video is a description of my Osprey 58 liter backpack and that has gotten 6,819 views and I put that out more than 2 years ago. Yes, they perform well view wise but like you, I don't find joy in making them. For me it's about the hike. I need to take a cue from you and put more space between my videos. I took the advice of the "experts" that said you need to publish "consistently" and I took that to mean weekly. Trying to find a hike that excites me on a weekly basis is a grind and I am finding that my videos show that. I recently saw a video from one of the popular KZfaq "experts" that told me you need to publish consistently and that person kind of change his definition of "consistent". It's no longer weekly. He said something that I have come to believe, my viewers are not waiting at 8:00 am every Saturday waiting for a new video from me so I don't need to feel pressured to get a video out. Have fun and document the fun. What has grown my channel recently are my shorts. I make a concerted effort at some point in my hike to make a short that I think my audience will appreciate and they really do. Keep up the good work. I've said this before, after just about every video, I find a new place to hike. P.S. I have reviewed pretty much all of the gear I have and I can't justify buying a new piece of gear just to review it.

@ChrisGoesOutdoors Жыл бұрын

I was pretty shocked how crazy the REI Flash tent review(s) I did went. Totally agree on the grind, the KZfaq algorithm does seem to favor consistency and lots of content which ultimately will just lead to burn out. I could make gear videos and such to appease the algorithm but I am quite content in the popularity of my channel as is. Just not something I am looking to do. I also started posting to shorts, and reels on instagram. I dont particularly care for it, but its pretty easy to make once I already edit the main video, so I am just going with it at this point. Do what works for you schedule wise, and go with it!

@corleyoutdoors2887 Жыл бұрын

Once you get your gear dialed in there’s no reason to buy extra gear unless you lose it or is it gets damaged. But if some of the gear companies want to send you some gear to display and use that’s the option I would go right now.

@christopherhoff3724 Жыл бұрын

Gear videos might get you more views, but your videos are like watching a friend on trail. It's nerdy but I have my AMC maps out when I watch your videos to follow along and maybe get ideas for trips. If you do anything off trail, I'd love to see where you are with red lining the Whites.

@ChrisGoesOutdoors Жыл бұрын

Id really like to start doing some bushwhack type stuff once I am done with it. Will definitely continue with the videos for that

@tomtimmons5334 Жыл бұрын

Protect Chris at all costs.

@ChrisGoesOutdoors Жыл бұрын

😂

@DebCampos Жыл бұрын

Gear or no gear, i enjoy all your videos Chris. Thanks for sharing them with us 🙂🙂!!

@ChrisGoesOutdoors Жыл бұрын

Thanks Deb! I know you've been around for a bit here, always appreciate it!

@gregmortonoutdoors Жыл бұрын

Yes, gear videos get tons of traffic and I fully understand your point of view. I have one more gear video I want to make and after that I'll be done for some time to come. I thought after the AT I'd do a review on everything I used but I only did two before I lost interest in it. It felt like it was something everyone else had already done.

@ChrisGoesOutdoors Жыл бұрын

It totally makes sense on the gear stuff popping off. Most people come to see gear reviews and demos. Its a much smaller group who is genuinely interested in on trail type videos. As far as not wanting to make the final gear videos / everyone else has done it, you may be surprised to find you may add things to the subject others didnt. May be worth considering anyways!

@MapsWithNoRoads Жыл бұрын

I 100% feel the same way. If you're heart's not in it, what is even the point? I've been experimenting with reviews and how-tos, but I don't find it nearly as interesting as making hiking videos. You keep doing you!

@paulgammelljr6883 Жыл бұрын

have been hiking last 18 years. bins off stuff. have my pack ready to go at all times. same items for past 5 years. tried and true.

@erikgiggey4783 Жыл бұрын

i wondered why you stopped, i think i subscribed around your 1k, long before the AT

@ChrisGoesOutdoors Жыл бұрын

I very much remember you from the very early days, appreciate you still being here! haha

@ChrisHufnagel_Polymath Жыл бұрын

I feel you. I watched all the big gear review channels. It's kind of turned into a big shill. I'd rather just go out and enjoy the wilderness.

@wolfeadventures Жыл бұрын

Seems creators get used to the views gear videos bring which is a double edged sword. More views and more pressure to pump out more gear videos. Seems some even abandon backpacking all together due to this. Glad you are continuing with trip videos.

@ChrisGoesOutdoors Жыл бұрын

Ya chasing the algorithm just seems like it would lead to burn out very quickly. At least for me. I am quite content with the popularity of my channel. I feel next to 0 pressure to post anything or at any specific time. Sometimes KZfaq rewards that, often times not. It is what it is!

@ewik939 Жыл бұрын

That’s the reason I watch your videos, as opposed to other thru-hikers that I’ve unsubscribed from. After a thru-hike, their content usually just turns into talking about gear, or 5 things X, 10 reasons to Y. You are still hiking. If watching another hiker hike is second to hiking myself, then watching another hiker TALK about hiking is pretty far down the list lol. With that said, I did find your channel through the gear video you made about your BRS + Toaks kitchen setup 😁

@vs123 Жыл бұрын

I like nature beautiful

@Wondering_Fireball 11 ай бұрын

Make a video of what is your go to gear. I’m sure my gear list is the same as yours. But let people know what works for you and why.

@hermeticallysealed Жыл бұрын

but chris, don't you want to make a video ranking your gear according to texture

@Wondering_Fireball 11 ай бұрын

Here’s the point I’m making. You are established . So tell people what you are using and why. Me if have spent thousands of $ on gear as you have to determine what works for you and why. Please share why.

@mobilewintercamp7515 Жыл бұрын

Too many creators have videos about everything but actually showing the raw trip of them out in nature backpacking. It has become cookie cutter BS. No nature scenes, trail dynamics, beauty and struggle. Overly commercialized. You do you

@Wondering_Fireball 11 ай бұрын

Brother, your not alone. But once you get your gear dowed down there is no reason to put out more content. Then it’s all about the trips.

@firemarshaldil Жыл бұрын

You'd be surprised how many gear videos out there are nothing more than unboxings with no content other than "yeah this looks really good" without ever using it. Or ai generated videos. It's a mess atm