Trekking is fast becoming one of the most popular activities in the world today. Put simply it means going on long paced walks through wild lands and forests bumping into friendly folks and seeing the different flavors of nature. No matter how layman it may seem, trekking is more than that. There are plenty of clothes to cover you while on a trek. The tips which follow will help you keep yourself safe and comfortable.
Your clothing during trekking basically depends on the weather. Hot temperatures always require warmer garments, cold temperatures on the other hand demands lightweight garments. Basic clothes for trekking are, sleeping bag, back pack, trekking shoes, thermal Loving hat and a wool cap.
The wool cap is very important to protect you head from the cold. Such caps are available in the market and are available in various designs and styles. In such patterns as “Mummy” look good and are quite popular.
Thermal Running Gaiters are also useful to protect your feet from the cold. They also provide some warmth from the coldness. socks are also necessary. cotton socks are best though as they keep your feet dry and also moisture free. So wool socks are better.
Wind chill is a very important consideration. Carry a good deal of wool underwear. One should also carry a good amount of gloves and mittens. Many trekkers prefer carrying a sleeping bag as opposed to back packs in order to carry extra clothing which can be quite heavy. Good sleeping bags are rated for various temperature conditions. To save one’s self from the cold, some backpackers prefer to use a sleeping pad or camping cot.
Since the backpack is obviously quite heavy, one must carry something to clip on the back. Also, there are various clips available in the market to carry the things like cameras, sandwiches, water bottles and many more.
A good backpack is really essential to enjoy the expedition fully. If you are bound to have a hard time carrying a good backpack then to make things easier try to get a good quality one. Good quality means that it won’t easily get destroyed in the middle of the journey. Normally, such quality backpack will be quite expensive but worth it? Yes, I believe so.
So, you think you have got yourself a good backpack. Now comes the question, how do you know if you got the right kind? Here are some tips which will help you to know what to buy.
With so many brands available you may tend to think that quality of the backpack is downhill from the price. Wrong! I guarantee you that you will find the backpack of your choice quality, reasonably durable and cheap. Like I always say buy where quality is, believe me or yours.
1. Go to a store brand or a major store you normally buy from and talk to the sales persons first hand, I await you at the counter to provide your items for consideration.2. During the conversation, comment on how you prefer the pack to be carried, on how comfortable it is, on how well it seals around your chest.3. When you are done with the sales person, say thank you so they will post your backpack for initial review.4.mention how many times you have been to the same place, as this will help them to know how you recommend others to go.5.listen closely to the advice of the sales person. Do not be afraid to ask more questions.6. If the backpack is well padded, you will be able to carry it with ease.7. demo backpack at store, try to get seams apart and look for correct fit. If you are not sure, ask to have it tried.8. After trying few times, if you are satisfied with the fit, go to a store with more experienced sales people where they can help you get the right fit.
Wherever you find backpack for sale, these things must be considered:
1. Get a good quality backpack. A good backpack has a good quality zippers. Seams of the backpacks are made from poor quality sewing material. If you buy a good quality backpack, it can last a lifetime.
2. A good quality backpack for sales purpose is an expensive backpack. Try to buy a used one.
3. The below mentioned tips are only suggestions, you may not need to do them.
4. You can learn from experience and trial and error.
5. humble yourself and take the road less traveled.
6. mistakes you have already made; forget you’ve ever had a bad experience.
7. What started out as a bad experience will become the best experience you will ever have.
If you train yourself to become a backpacker, your life in the city will become a vacation.
