Monday, August 25, 2008

Clothing

Suggested Clothing


  • Base Layer- Hiking Socks (2 pair), wicking underwear/avoid cotton, Wicking shirts, Convertible hiking pants. NO JEANS!!!!

  • Middle Layer- Wicking long johns, medium weight vest/fleece, fleece shirt

  • Outer Layer- Rain Jacket, gloves (stretchy knit), hat

  • Campsite clothes- comfy pants (long johns, slippers, warm socks)
  • Additional Suggestions...
  • Wool, polyester, and nylon are your friends – cotton is your enemy. Make sure you are wearing clothes that will wick away moisture.
  • Hiking Boots vs. Trail Shoes – The only danger with trail shoes is the possibility of losing one in quick sand. I didn’t have trouble with that, but it is a possibility. Whatever you choose, you should be walking in them NOW. If they’re new, you may want to take out the insoles and replace them with a gel insole or Dr. Scholl’s type of insole.
  • I plan to wear hiking cargo pants with the zip off legs and several layers above the waist. I can give you a few more ideas if you are unsure of layering.

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