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Post by Christian on Oct 27, 2016 16:18:57 GMT -8
And nothing cotton in your pack, except maybe a bandana and a t-shirt for sleeping. The latter is great for keeping your bag fresh and sleep undisturbed by stickiness as the cotton t-short absords the oils and moisture on your body, keeping it off your bag liner. This was probably like ridiculously more helpful than you know! I wouldn't have even thought about that hahah. (also a first time backpacker). Do you, or anyone else for that matter, have other suggestions for water filters? I know there are a lot of cheaper options, but how reliable are those? I'm trying to stay on a budget as much as possible, but I am willing to sacrifice that for having good reliable gear, as I know that this is my dream hobby and am beginning to collect the gear that I will want to use for a good while, however possible. |
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Post by chris on Oct 27, 2016 16:53:48 GMT -8
I personally like / use the Sawyer, its light / simple to use and the bottles that come with it fold flat.
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Post by rebeccad on Oct 27, 2016 20:52:15 GMT -8
Do you, or anyone else for that matter, have other suggestions for water filters? Most of the time, I use chemical treatment. Aqua Mira, or even just the Sweetwater drops (yeah, I know they are meant to be used WITH a filter. So far, so good, and it's fast, light, and easy). |
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Post by reuben on Oct 28, 2016 3:06:52 GMT -8
I personally like / use the Sawyer, its light / simple to use and the bottles that come with it fold flat. Same here. Sawyer mini. Plus Evernew bladders/bottles that fold up fit it just fine. |
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Post by burr on Dec 21, 2016 20:01:00 GMT -8
Sawyer mini!! 20$ at Wal-Mart, works great. If you can afford it get the 64 oz. Sawyer water bottles, 2 for 8$ at REI. Take some aquamira as a backup.
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Post by T4 on Dec 22, 2016 7:26:11 GMT -8
Once you have some essentials, just go and get out there. You'll quickly figure out what you are missing, what you would like to have and what you can live without.
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ErnieW
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Post by ErnieW on Dec 23, 2016 8:51:02 GMT -8
I would echo the sentiments of others here.
Start with what you wear on your feet and make sure they work for you before the big trip.
Blisters can bring you to barely able to walk. Sprained ankle from improper support or bruised soles from something like sneakers can leave you in trouble out on the trail. Being able to walk out if there is some kind of trouble is important. A lot of hikes put you where there is no cellphone coverage to call for help.
Good footwear may seem expensive but goes a long way toward your safety and should provide you with years of hiking.
I have helped with some REI outings like this and they usually keep the distance low. Generally these outings are designed to help give you the exposure to be able to ask better questions about gear and trips going forward not prove how tough you are. BTW on the REI trips they had tents and packs to rent. The group leaders generally had the stoves, cookware and did the menu planning. So those items may already be decided for you. Big thing is the group leaders have lots of experience to share while you are doing common tasks like where to set up and how to hang food (have you asked where do you poop yet?)
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