Amazing views. Fantastic video. Enjoyable to watch. Thanks for sharing. sub & 👍2
@lifehikerКүн бұрын
@@KhurshidsChannel thank you very much!
@ln469318 күн бұрын
Does it say on the shoes where they are made? On La Sportiva´s website they state that their products are made in italy, romania and china. But they are not specific on their product display page on where specific shoes are made. I dont want shoes made in china. We saw what happened to Salomon when they started manufacturing their shoes there, they didn´t even hold up 2 months.
@lifehiker12 күн бұрын
This particular shoe has a label inside with “Made in China”. On their website they claim: Our factories in Italy manufacture about 60% of our products. Factories in China and Vietnam manufacture 28% and 12% respectively.
@MusclesfromB21 күн бұрын
How waterproof is this? Could this handle very heavy rain?
@lifehiker20 күн бұрын
@@MusclesfromB it’s definitely water resistant. For heavier rain I would put the contents in a plastic bag as an extra precaution.
@MusclesfromB19 күн бұрын
@@lifehiker Thanks for the reply. I'm kinda looking for something more waterproof that is comfortable enough to have a quick run with
@Sharetheroad333323 күн бұрын
Anyone looking for a vest would want to know about up front storage. Both sides. And options for carry. Side pockets - only for poles or water or other stuff. Storage on wings? Not enough detail
@lifehiker20 күн бұрын
@@Sharetheroad3333 thanks for the feedback. The front storage, as I mentioned could accommodate up to a Nalgene bottle in terms of capacity. The sides are suitable only for trekking poles.
@Sharetheroad333320 күн бұрын
What I meant by up front storage is, both sides of the pack. Some packs have a zip pocket on one side and nothing on the other. I missed the Nalgene bottle comment. Are you saying a 32 ounce Nalgene could go up front?
@lifehiker20 күн бұрын
- Timestamp 2:46: I mention the convenience of the side pockets, if one was zipped I would have definitely mentioned that. - Timestamp 3:02 I mention that I have been able to fit a Nalgene in the exterior pocket. One can infer I mean a 32 ounce bottle since that size is synonymous with the brand.
@Sharetheroad333320 күн бұрын
@@lifehiker yes. Nalgene means 32 ounce to me. Hence the reason I was clarifying. If it was a 32 ounce, was that comfortable? When I was talking about zippers, I am referring to the storage up front (on my person front). Some packs have twin sides on the vest. Some vests are different on each side. That’s the detail I am trying to get.
@lifehiker20 күн бұрын
@@Sharetheroad3333it was comfortable in terms of the Nalgene fitting in the exterior pocket, the material is very stretchy. I usually use a hydration bladder with it rather than the bottle. One side of the front vest is zipped, the other side is not.
@MCFCTheMadHatterАй бұрын
Solid review. Have a few questions I’m hoping you might be able to help me with. How is the sizing on these? I’ve La Sportiva run small so you should size up 1/2 to a full size depending on what you’re looking for. I have wide feet but Adidas ultraboost 21 and 22 size 14 fit great so I’m wondering if a 14.5 or 15 would be the way to go in the La Sportivas? Lastly, how is the sole holding up? I do a lot of running in the city I live in and the cement and asphalt is tearing up my Adidas runners so was thinking a more trail focused runner might hold up better on the rough surfaces. Any insights would be greatly appreciated. Thanks so much!
@lifehiker27 күн бұрын
@@MCFCTheMadHatter, I sized up half a size and that seemed to be enough room for me. As far as the sole, it still seems to be holding up. Although if you’re a city runner mainly, the robustness of the Raptors might be overkill. You might want to look at a lighter shoe even, like the new Prodigio which I hear is fairly wide now too.
@JezArnold2 ай бұрын
Used this for a run commute to work! 7miles after getting off the train at London Paddington Can’t fit a laptop, but an iPad Pro with change of clothes and shoes.. love this bag
@lifehikerАй бұрын
That’s really cool!
@dy11ann2 ай бұрын
not sure if i want this or salomon adv skin 12 for a day pack / mountain pack any advice?
@lifehikerАй бұрын
If you have any doubt that 12 liters won’t be enough I’d go with the Distance 15.
@walkingwithawookie10972 ай бұрын
Been a few years since I’ve been there. Great video👍👍
@lifehiker2 ай бұрын
Thank you good sir! 👍
@moosefactory1333 ай бұрын
I will be vacationing in Arizona in June and plan on hiking to the summit of Pikes Peak as long as there are no forest fires to close the trail. In 2019 I hiked to the bottom of the Grand Canyon and back in one day and did okay. I am just concerned about being able to handle the thinner air above 10000 feet.
@lifehiker3 ай бұрын
Do you have an AllTrails of the mountain you’re looking at hiking? I don’t know of a Pikes Peak in Arizona above 10k feet.
@moosefactory1333 ай бұрын
@@lifehiker Oops! I meant to say Humphrey's Peak. I was thinking of Pikes Peak when I was typing my comment because that is where I learned that at 10000 feet I started to get a headache. I think I will get that app before going out there. Thanks
@lifehiker2 ай бұрын
@@moosefactory133, I think if you take your time and try acclimating to Flagstaff elevation for a day or two, then then going up Humphreys won’t be as bad.
@cronstrubzo3 ай бұрын
the real purpose of this jacket is to tell people that they're poor.
@ethanmietzner52183 ай бұрын
What size do you recommend for me? I am 5’5” and 146ish lbs. I have the Patagonia Micro puff jacket in a small (however, it slightly feels tight around the waist and chest)
@lifehiker3 ай бұрын
I’d probably try a small for a tailored fit, but medium might allow for more layering. I usually buy multiple sizes and return one.
@ethanmietzner52183 ай бұрын
@@lifehiker I just watched another guy who is 5’8” and 125 lbs and wears an XS so maybe the small is the way to go for me
@lifehiker3 ай бұрын
@@ethanmietzner5218 nice glad to hear you worked it out!
@stuarthobart68444 ай бұрын
I cried😎
@BobbyGeneric1454 ай бұрын
Looks easier than Cholla!
@lifehiker4 ай бұрын
Yeah I’d say it is. Maybe more technical though.
@rkaz4 ай бұрын
How about Catalina State Park to Mt Lemmon? Just sayin'...
@lifehiker4 ай бұрын
Oh just you wait… it’ll be coming soon on the channel, thanks for watching :)
@marekweclawek58974 ай бұрын
Would you be able to provide overall length of the backpack.Many thanks!
@lifehiker4 ай бұрын
I’d recommend visit the Black Diamond website for specific dimensions or size ranges.
@marekweclawek58974 ай бұрын
@@lifehiker The reason why I'm asking is that this kind of info isn't available on their website.
@TheIsanater4 ай бұрын
Hi mate! Just wondering what size bladder would fit in here? Do you know if a 3L would fit or would it be too big? What size have you got in? Thanks!
@lifehiker4 ай бұрын
Hey man, so a narrow 2L fits pretty comfortably in the pack’s bladder netting but you could certainly experiment with a 3L. Usually I’ll throw a few of those 2Ls in if I’m doing a 10 mile hike. Here’s the one I have, there are probably more affordable options but so far this hasn’t leaked: a.co/d/9NnabGJ
@TheIsanater4 ай бұрын
Hey, thanks so much for your fast reply. Really useful!
@lifehiker4 ай бұрын
@@TheIsanater any time!
@rvtech1015 ай бұрын
We did this one year in November I believe. At the 2nd saddle we came across an area that had literally thousands of Monarch Butterflies. Apparently it’s part of their migration route. It was unreal. Otherwise it’s a fantastic hike we have done quite a few times over the years.
@lifehiker5 ай бұрын
That’s wild! Would love to experience that one day.
@rvtech1015 ай бұрын
@@lifehiker It was beautiful and the craziest thing I’ve ever seen. Thanks for sharing your hike!
@paulmelde9195 ай бұрын
Cool hike. I live in AZ and may try this. Thanks for the post.
@lifehiker5 ай бұрын
You definitely should! Bring a buddy though and plenty of water.
@rvtech1015 ай бұрын
Ridgeline is a great hike, very challenging. Have you done Battleship? Weavers Needle? Another couple great hikes.
@lifehiker5 ай бұрын
Yes I’ve done Battleship, here’s the video if interested: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rt-leLSdnKrdhn0.htmlfeature=shared
@cherrytheblueberry5 ай бұрын
I love Washed Out. Sends you to another world listenting to him while on the scenic highways
@lifehiker5 ай бұрын
Couldn’t agree more.
@DaysWellTraveled5 ай бұрын
Hi Edward. Great video. I’ve never heard of Superstition Ridge. I’m so impressed. After watching your video, I really want to go. 4000 ft of elevation sounds challenging. I love those rock scrambles and views. Those are always fun. I just stumbled across your channel while searching for interesting hikes. I do lots of hiking and posting on KZfaq myself. I looked through your channel, and it looks like you post lots of hikes and adventure videos. Right up my alley. I just followed your channel! It looks like I’m your 186th subscriber! Woohoo!!! I look forward to staying connected.
@lifehiker5 ай бұрын
Hey, thanks a lot Peter! If you’re looking for one of Arizona’s toughest hikes, this is it. Likewise, you have also gained another subscriber 🙂. Your content has amazing production quality. Look forward to keeping up with your journey!
@DaysWellTraveled5 ай бұрын
@@lifehiker Thanks Edward! I appreciate that. I've never climbed 4000 ft is one day, although I have gotten close at 3200 ft of elevation gain. I'm definitely interest in this hike in Arizona.
@kroczey5 ай бұрын
Love that it has a rock guard!
@lifehiker5 ай бұрын
Yep BIG plus!!
@Labrador73 ай бұрын
Technically speaking, the Ultra Raptor don't have a rock guard but the well cushioned MEMlex EVA midsole and the EVA Enduranace Platform (on the non-GTX version only) make you feel as if there was a rock guard. I think the only La Sportiva long-distance running shoes having a sort of rock guard are the Jackal and Jackal II.
@lifehiker2 ай бұрын
@@Labrador7, on their official site, they call it an “Endurance Platform EVA rock guard”. I suppose that could be misleading if it’s not actually a full rock guard. With all that said, I think it supplies some decent protection for longer hikes compared to other trail runner type shoes I’ve worn.
@Labrador72 ай бұрын
@@lifehiker I agree, the Endurance Platform insert is very comfortable. It's a shame it's not in the GTX version, on longer disances you clearly notice the difference.
@Vkeen5 ай бұрын
Hey where did you park exactly thanks .
@lifehiker5 ай бұрын
That’s confidential, sorry
@onehitwonderland5 ай бұрын
"Some strange noises this morning" haha, that was great. One of the kids who was screaming looked like a little Pete Davidson.
@lifehiker5 ай бұрын
Hahaha!
@Sojourn.Expedition5 ай бұрын
One of our favorite trails in Arizona! Great Video!
@lifehiker5 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@rvtech1015 ай бұрын
Yes , Ridgeline is the hardest. In the 80s we went from the Fremont Saddle all the way across to Flatiron, across Ridgeline.That was an awesome experience! Been hiking the Sups since the 70s, some of the most rugged and beautiful hikes in Arizona! Thanks for sharing your experience, looks like you had a great time! Happy Hiking!
@lifehiker5 ай бұрын
My pleasure, glad you enjoyed it!
@vin27036 ай бұрын
Does it keep sweat from dripping into your eyes?
@lifehiker6 ай бұрын
I would say yes it does.
@georgetown89866 ай бұрын
I purchased one for driving. That is strictly frowned upon.
@David.Horne724 ай бұрын
Im using mine for the shops lol
@lifehiker3 ай бұрын
@@David.Horne72 haha that’s fair
@BrandonNguyen236 ай бұрын
can't this pack be stuffed into itself from the small pocket inside the main compartment? how big is it when it's packed up like that?
@lifehiker6 ай бұрын
You’re right, I neglected to show that. Packed inside the pocket it’s roughly 5in x 7in.
@BRYANHENRY-rx2bw7 ай бұрын
Well done born and raised there.awesome awesome to the max
@lifehiker6 ай бұрын
Thanks man!!
@crk582417 ай бұрын
I compared the old AR jacket with the new revised heavyweight and I think Arc'teryx really went wrong here. The AR is better fitting and not sloppy fitting like the heavyweight. I also like the weight and feel of AR. Feels more premium. Arc'teryx best-selling jacket, the AR should have stayed the same. I was very disappointed in the heavyweight and returned it.
@lifehiker7 ай бұрын
Good comments. I think the fit is subjective as it varies person to person. Some will notice fit nuances/differences specific to their body type. For me, the fit is comfortable, while still allowing for layering, and still maintains a fairly tailored look. As far as the weight/feel of the AR being more premium, I have heard that feedback before. However with Arcteryx constantly making materials more efficient and continuing to innovate it’s hard to imagine they would deliberately make this jacket “less premium” even though it might feel that way. It could just be that the materials are now more efficient so they don’t have to feel as robust or bulky. At least that’s just my speculation.
@Alex-oo3jy6 ай бұрын
They do deliberately make products worse, I bought the beta LT but the prior year used gortex pro, both jackets were $400, except the new model used regular gortex
@lifehiker6 ай бұрын
@@Alex-oo3jy There can be supplier and other financial and market implications us consumers aren’t always aware of which impact cost and materials. It’s not always “fair” perse. I wouldn’t go so far as saying they “deliberately make things worse”. There’s probably a strong reason behind the change.
@Neonomide7 ай бұрын
I have the navy blue color and love it. I would like a trimmer fit for purely sports use so may buy another one. Arcteryx fit is awesome.
@Neonomide7 ай бұрын
I have Patagonia Tropical Hoody too, but it has less useful hood and less nice material.
@adanm9047 ай бұрын
would you recommend it for Nebraska weather where it’s usually -10° - -20 F° some days? will it keep me warm?
@lifehiker7 ай бұрын
If you layer appropriately underneath, it could likely handle that.
@kabirahmed19287 ай бұрын
I returned it😂.it is not good.
@pleasebeinteresting7 ай бұрын
What didn’t you like about it? I just bought my LT. It’s 45°. And I’m still cold.
@lifehiker6 ай бұрын
@@pleasebeinteresting he doesn’t seem to want to explain why he returned it… The LT is pretty light and if you’re not effectively layering with it, and staying static (not active), you will certainly start feeling the cold around 40F.
@ThaneR02487 ай бұрын
can you fit a 500ml on the left and right of the vest??
@lifehiker7 ай бұрын
Yes it fits.
@ThaneR02487 ай бұрын
@@lifehiker thank you, i have the distance 22, but i think i like this better. Just ordered the Salomon XA 25., we will see what i like better. Always in search of the perfect bag. Thanks..
@SilkenLiverSlipper7 ай бұрын
Does it stretch?
@lifehiker7 ай бұрын
No, it doesn’t seem to stretch.
@HikingEngineer7 ай бұрын
i got videos going up both way not lime lapsed...my channel might give you some hiking ideas
@lifehiker7 ай бұрын
Cool, thanks I’ll check them out!
@fa-u45217 ай бұрын
t shirt name and where to buy?
@lifehiker7 ай бұрын
It’s a Cormac t-shirt. I don’t think they sell this exact one anymore, but here’s a link to their current tees: arcteryx.com/us/en/shop/mens/cormac-logo-shirt-ss
@walkingwithawookie10978 ай бұрын
Solid👍
@lifehiker8 ай бұрын
👍
@bobbymiller96368 ай бұрын
Thinking about doing this in January. Any recs? Still doable then?
@lifehiker8 ай бұрын
It’s doable if you feel like facing very harsh conditions. Could be a lot of snow, very cold and very windy. Much worse conditions than I faced in the video.
@ryanrobbins23638 ай бұрын
I love this trail it's probably my favorite hike in all az
@lifehiker8 ай бұрын
It’s one of my favorites for sure, just a little tougher to get to.
@ryanrobbins23638 ай бұрын
@@lifehiker definitely
@kroczey8 ай бұрын
What an epic time to hike Humphreys Peak! Great video!
@lifehiker8 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@HenryHHHz148 ай бұрын
Have you tried the Proton HW? I can’t decide between them for daily use. I have an atom and am comfortable using it to -5, but after that I need something new; what would you recommend?
@lifehiker8 ай бұрын
Protons are generally even more breathable than Atoms. So I would expect a Proton HW to run cooler than an Atom HW. For daily use the Atom HW might be better, the Proton HW is more for active cold weather use.
@lelandgebhardt1318 ай бұрын
This is a hike that's always been on my list, but is a reserved goal, and this video re-affirms why, lol, with some of those steep scrambles. Thanks for sharing this!
@lifehiker8 ай бұрын
Yeah it definitely takes a bit of courage!
@lelandgebhardt1318 ай бұрын
Great video! Edited together really well and spectacular moments, especially those clouds whisping away on your decent.
@lifehiker8 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@fernandomunoz2688 ай бұрын
Thanks! It's currently for 85 euros on the EU outlet and this was helpful :).
@lifehiker8 ай бұрын
Glad I could help!
@car-drifting-minecraft85648 ай бұрын
love the video would like to hike a mountain with snow on top once
@lifehiker8 ай бұрын
Appreciate that - yeah do it!!
@tiarayokomichi30029 ай бұрын
Should’ve set up camp ⛺️ ☃️❄️
@lifehiker8 ай бұрын
Haha no doubt!
@kiwifrenchie60369 ай бұрын
I just got a new gamma sl and found the logo changed It’s printed on the chest and it seems cheap not sure if yours
@lifehiker9 ай бұрын
I noticed on my Heavyweight the logo is indeed printed and is smaller, it also doesn’t feature the spelled out name underneath it. I actually liked the subtle nature of the newer printed logo. It seems to give it a cleaner, modern look, just my opinion.
@kiwifrenchie60369 ай бұрын
@@lifehiker hmmm how about the durability after couple wash? Mine is not plain printed one it’s more like shiny black vinyl plastics on the surface
@lifehiker8 ай бұрын
@@kiwifrenchie6036I can’t speak to the durability of the logo but I sympathize with your concern when washing the garment.
@TakedaKenshi9 ай бұрын
Would love to see a review video like this of the Proton Heavyweight Hoody! Cheers, mate.