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What not to take on a trek > How to travel light > How to pack
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Trekking is always known to be an intense sport and there is no way one can deny it. all those beautiful scenic photos, pictures of snow-covered peaks come after a back-breaking hike through steep hills in unfavorable weather and chaffed lips. It took me quite a few treks to realize along with fitness the amount of weight you carry makes a huge impact. A heavy backpack is not only going to slow you down but may also give you soreness. It’s quite essential to pack as light as possible for a trek. Though the wisdom of what to carry comes only with experience there are a few pointers where you can work on to reduce the load.
Analyzing the gear becomes a very crucial factor while preparing for a trek. This step is very crucial in making sure the gear is in good working condition and to make sure if any repairs if needed are done but in perspective of weight it helps to reduce unwanted gears. With most of the trekking gear being heavy, this helps in making sure all that weight is going to be needed or not and if they can be replaced with a much lighter option. Also making sure that heavy gear must also be very efficient.
Load sharing can be one of the best ways to lighten your load. Things like tents, ropes and cooking utensils, and other common gear will be used by everyone but everyone need not have to carry their own. These common things can be shared, people can take turns at carrying them. Carry a trekking tent-like trek 100 3 season tent instead of a heavy camping tent further reduces the weight
Most of the times we tend to carry things we won't even require. Therefore, it is very important to have a clear mindset and be prepared to carry only what's necessary and make more of the less. It also helps to speak with people who are used to trekking because you can gain from their experience and pack accordingly.
Another essential thing that forms a major part of the weight is our food. Try to carry dry rations instead of regular food and make it a point to carry high-energy food like dry fruits, cereal bars. Ready-to-eat meals are a great option too and always eat the heaviest food first. It is also nice if you can calculate the calories you might need and plan what to carry accordingly.
Do pre-trek research on the trail and the weather conditions, some trails may have shepherd camps or tea houses where you can try to restock food or bunk in for the night. Good trail research gives a good insight on what you can get on the trail and don’t have to carry, also knowing the weather helps in deciding how cold it might get at night and if there are gonna be any rains and you can take only the layers you might need.
Clothes might seem like a simple thing but they make up a considerable weight in your backpack. Try to carry limited pair of clothes it’s not a smart decision to carry a pair for each day. start investing in lightweight trekking apparel, quick-dry odor repellent t-shirt and trek pants are an optimal choice for lightweight and durable apparel, when doing winter treks opt for down insulated sleeping bags and jackets to minimize space and weight. Make sure you have enough protective layers to keep yourself and your apparel dry, wet clothes are gonna weigh heavier thereby increasing your weight.
Use a trekking bag with compartments and be sure to organize your food, apparel, and gear accordingly. Proper packing helps with reducing the weight and reduces the possibility of the items shifting while trekking.
Invest in multipurpose gear instead of carrying separate gears for each purpose. Using a multipurpose bandanna is more sensible than caring for a cap and scarf. Using convertible pants is going to save you from carrying additional shorts. A poncho can always be used as a groundsheet to sit on damp ground.
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