5 Bits of Hiking Gear I Wish Beginners Would Use (But They Don't)
5 Bits of Hiking Gear I Wish Beginners Would Use (But They Don't)
These are a few things I wish every hiker, no matter their level of experience brought with them but in particular, I think it’s the beginners that will learn most from this one…
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Gear I mentioned in this video:
1. Katadyn BeFree Water Filter…
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On my first overnight walk with a recognised bushwalking club, I got a calculator and figured how much water I'd need to drink, cook, and wash dishes up to lunch time the next day. I thought about the possibility our overnight camp might not have water. I rescued a few people that day. Camping in Australia is all about water and water quality.
Bags for the inside of walking boots. I live in the UK – very wet here. Wearing bags bread has been in means dry feet – when my hiking boots get wet on the inside.
Why the bass sound
Boomer audience ehh? Well son, with a hair bun like that, you may as well don a skirt and get the transformation over with.
Anyone else layer socks?
I usually have between 2-3 layers. Thin cotton socks that go only to the heel which you usually use for sneakers are my outest layer that keeps everything snug (the really cheap ones). Then underneath a pair of thicker socks (typically wool) and if the weather is cold or windy I have a base-layer pair of those business socks (those that go high and are really silky).
I like doing this because I can adjust the temp and also clean some while still having socks on. Especially the sneaker socks are great to tighten everything down and avoid blisters. I like that extra cushion as it works well with my gait.
Never did proper thru-hiking though. Only with night in hostels and a place to clean
up.
I also rotate the socks from left foot to right as this seems to lessen the strain on the material. Never liked anatomical socks because I have weirdly slim feet.
Wow – where were you at 0:48? Looks gorgeous!
Good video, thanks! Have you tried FALKE socks before? My absolute favorites!
should’ve put LITTLE NIGHTMARES I&II, really love the game
6:03 – i did that once, packed my 20000mah battery pack, was using my phone for nav (i had a printed map and a compass and i know how to use them, but the map wasn't super clear and there was snow obfuscating the trail) and my phone suddenly started dropping battery due to the cold – i was like, chill, i'll get to the next rest place and get out my battery pack and charge up. aaaand as i'm resting, i find that i can't find my charging cable – i had left it at our hostel! i was able to pretty easily trace back my steps since i was on the way down the same way i went up, and i did have the slightly blurry but usable paper map and compass, so i got to safety safely, but yes. don't forget the cable, cause i was lugging close to a pound of battery without any way to use it
Extra socks and extra water every time! I've had so many hikes to where I ended up drinking more water than I thought I was going to. That's something you definitely don't want to be without when you need it.
Growing up in the village you see how animals like cats are taking care of their excrements, and it is strange not to do the same.
Why do you care what gear is used by beginners?
Anker will keep you alive.
Burrying poop was actually a biblical instruction to the Israelites. And you had to do your business outside off the camp. 👍
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Dont trust the accent lol
Very nice tips. Thank you.
I am adding filter and solar power bank to my kit for sure 👌
I watched some of your videos before going on the AT – ended up with a pair of silverlight that you mentionned… still intact.
Thx for the informations… just a little thing: Katady isn't from the US, but from Switzerland.
What! I shouldn't carry flares? 😂 Great advice. Thanks for sharing.
I wish beginners would bring a magic teleportation device on hikes – would save me from all this walking! 😂
Solid vid! thanks
Excellent, excellent list. Anker PowerCore batteries are great. I always have four or five charging on my countertop for regular winter power outages. I also carry large size Payday candy bars – peanuts, sugar, salt and 500 calories for an extra emergency "meal". They aren't light but they ARE smallish. I always carry a second pair of Darn Tough wool socks, can't be beat. Carry a BIC lighter, just in case and remove the little metal piece between the wheels, that's a child safety thing that makes it harder to grind. Without it, and with cold hands in the woods, it's so much easier to light. Cheers! Subbed.
Where do I get this shirt?!
Bring 2L of water if you are going to a hike, period. Filtered water must be boiled in almost every situation. Bring it in a camelback waterbag if you can, so you can drink small amounts BEFORE you feel thirsty.
A flashlight is a must, doesn't matter if you think you will come back during the day.
Dont bring an external batery pack thats adds unnecessary weight. Charge at 100% your phone the night BEFORE, easy solution, right? If you are going for a couple of day hike better bring a 15w solar panel, Its lightweight and will charge the enoght amount for you to contact someone or get som info of your phone.
A multitool, it doesn't need to be an expensive one, Like it says, "the best multitool is the one you have with you"
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