Consejos: Advice

Publicado por Unknown , miércoles, 27 de noviembre de 2013 11:19

Here are a just a few things I have learned:
  • A down sleeping bag long enough for a grown person can be stuffed into a sack and compressed  to the size of a cantaloupe.
  • Deodorant, for that matter everything in plastic packaging, can be removed from its packaging, put in a Ziploc bag and used right out of the bag to help keep down the total weight of the pack.
  • One change of clothing is sufficient – any more is just added weight to carry.
  • Quick drying and wicking clothing with plenty of pockets is a must.
  • Socks need to be changed and feet need messaging after a few hours’ walking each and every day.
  • Wrinkled clothing is a part of backpacking.
  • Rain gear for oneself is absolutely necessary.  A rain cover for the backpack is positively essential!
  • Gaiters for shoes will help keep out dirt, mud and rocks.
  • Buff headgear can be worn as a headband, hat, neck scarf and a device to keep earplugs in place.
  • Dr. Bronner’s soap is multi-tasking.  It can be used for bathing, shampooing and washing clothing.
  • Hydration as well as electrolyte replacement is extremely important.

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