Alpaca is said to be one of the best materials for hiking, backpacking, trail running, adventure travel, and just hanging out at the local pub. In this video we take a deep dive into three different alpaca hoodies from three different gear companies to see if the hype is real!

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GEAR that I use and recommend:
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BACKPACKS
LiteAF "Multi" Day Pack:
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LiteAF Curve 35 UL backpack:
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LiteAF Fanny Pack:
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SHELTER SYSTEM
Zpacks Duplex Dyneema Tent:
https://zpacks.com/products/duplexte...
Six Moon Designs Lunar Solo:
https://amzn.to/2MCDaOB
Paria Sanctuary Tarp:
https://amzn.to/2BzsF8n
Polycryo Ground Sheet:
https://amzn.to/2N7K4KA
Vargo Titanium Tent Stake:
https://amzn.to/2Ph6j3H
MSR Groundhog Tent Stakes:
https://amzn.to/2Pb7cdK
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SLEEP SYSTEM
Katabatic Gear Alsek 22 Quilt:
https://katabaticgear.com/shop/alsek...
Paria 15 and 30 Degree Backpacking Quilts:
https://amzn.to/2BF2yg5
Thermarest Vesper 20/32/45 Degree Quilt:
https://amzn.to/2PtV5aS
Thermarest Uberlite Sleeping Pad:
https://amzn.to/2N3iRsr
Klymit Static V Ultralite SL Sleeping Pad:
https://amzn.to/2N7Hkgx
Thermarest Zlite CCF Sleeping Pad:
https://amzn.to/2p4kHkX
Thermarest NeoAir Xlite Sleeping Pad:
https://amzn.to/2W2HN7w
Thermarest Xtherm Sleeping Pad:
https://amzn.to/2PkZe27
SeatoSummit Pillow:
https://amzn.to/2MDSfzx
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RAIN GEAR
3F UL Gear Rain Skirt:
https://amzn.to/31EgUrU
Frogg Toggs UL2 Rain Jacket:
https://amzn.to/32DL3c9
Mountain Warehouse Rainpants:
https://amzn.to/31zmIml
Six Moon Designs Umbrella:
https://amzn.to/2PceBto
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KITCHEN
BRS3000T Ultralight titanium Stove:
https://amzn.to/2JfHbGx
MSR PocketRocket 2 Ultralight Stove:
https://amzn.to/33SlLXW
TOAKS Titanium 750ml Pot:
https://amzn.to/2MAQlzw
EVERNEW 900ml Titanium Pot:
https://amzn.to/2W2KdD8
GSI Outdoors Infinity Mug:
https://amzn.to/2BBr41W
TOAKS Titanium Long Handle Spoon:
https://amzn.to/2Pl6Vp1
Cafe Altura Organic Instant Coffee:
https://amzn.to/3kem9dz
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Clothing
Altra Lone Peak 6 Trailrunners:
https://amzn.to/3xObIFD
Columbia Silver Ridge Lite Shirt:
https://amzn.to/33Y3JDt
Darn Tough Crew Light Sock:
https://amzn.to/2NaI8Bk
ExOfficio Men's GiveNGo Boxer Brief
https://amzn.to/2MGUYbv
Buff Original:
https://amzn.to/2pJ7sGi
Senchi Designs Lark Hoodie:
https://senchidesigns.com/collections...
Appalachian Gear Co Hoodie:
https://appalachiangearcompany.com/co...

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I do not except money for positive reviews. I give my honest opinions good or bad for all pieces of gear with no exception. Occasionally I may do a "First Look" review of a NEW piece of gear, but I will always state that in the video.
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Disclaimer:
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Alpaca hoodies could be the best midlayer for hiking, backpacking, climbing, and adventure travel. Find all the details in this gear review of three Alpaca hoodies.

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