Several weeks ago I went on a one night backpacking trip with a small group of friends. I had been really rushed when packing because it wasn’t exactly planned out. I had decided to go the evening before (Never do this). I wore a pair of old trail running shoes that were failing already and never though anything about it. As luck would have it, It poured down the rain the entire time and I walked in puddles the entire time. I never got the laces tight so my foot slid around in them. and there was basically no cushion in them. I felt every single step while wearing my backpack. If I had been more prepared I would have taken better footwear. This article will go over everything you need to know about footwear.
Clothing
How To Choose A Shell Layer And Stay Dry On The Trail.
Suppose you are out on a hike on a nice sunny day when you look up and see those clouds. Yeah you know those clouds. The ones that you already know its gonna start to pour down any time and most likely soon. The first thing that goes through your mind, how will I stay dry? Do you have your shell layer and how well is it going to hold up?
Choose An Insulation Layer You Can Be Warm In
Have you ever been out on the trail and get cold because you simply did not pack the right clothes for the hike? I know I have. If this has happen to you then you should know that it was your insulation layer failing you. A good insulation layer can make or break a trip as far as being cold is concerned. With the right information you will be able to chose the best insulation layer for your layered clothing system so that you can be comfortable no matter what the temperature is. Continue reading to get this information.
The Secret to a Good Base Layer
A few weeks ago I hiked to the top of Mt. Leconte here in East Tennessee where I live. The sights were beautiful but the weather was not so much. I rained a good part of the day and then when it cleared up it was very hot and humid. I was pouring sweat and I was glad to have chosen a good base layer for this day. In this article I will go over everything you need to know about choosing a good base layer.
Why the experts do NOT take extra clothes on the trail
When packing up to go on the trail whether it be for hiking or backpacking, do you normally take extra changes of clothes? Up until recently I was one of those that took extra changes of clothes. Honestly I had never really thought about it. I just took them. I was reading a book the other day when I noticed that the author mentioned that he never took extra clothes when on the trail. He then went on to explain why and as it turns out you really don’t need them.