| Our guide to equipment Essentials
The special items most hikers
believe should always be with you:
Map /
Compass / Flashlight /
Extra food /
Warm/Dry clothing /
Rescue Bag
First aid kit /
Pocket knife /
Water /
Mobile Phone/
Whistle |
Boots: Of heavy
construction, they should fit comfortably snug with free play for toes and
with little or no slippage on the heel. The boots should be weather proofed
and broken in before hiking.
Socks: Four pairs recommended; two of
lightweight nylon and two of heavy wool. Wear one pair of wool socks over
one lightweight pair. The other two pairs go into your pack in case you need
dry socks.
Trousers: Constructed to be loose, warm,
comfortable, and quick drying. For added warmth, wear polypropylene
underwear.
Shirts: Light, man-made fibre - such as
bunting or nylon pile - recommended for good insulating quality and quick
drying.
Jacket: Mountain style with a hood,
wind proofed, waterproofed, and sized large enough to cover more insulating
clothes worn under it.
Warm hat and gloves.
Rain Gear: Waterproof jacket & trousers. |
