Hiking relies entirely on personal ability rather than external force, and only relies on one's own legs instead of mechanical power to experience the beauty of the mountains. The challenge of hiking is to go beyond yourself. Adventure on foot is a respect for the journey.
Frequent hikers know that their gear needs to be as light as possible so they have more energy to explore and experience more of the great outdoors. Then the general hiking only needs to carry the necessary tools, let's take a look at what are there.
The first is the backpack. The size or capacity of a backpack is usually measured in liters. There are different pack sizes for different itineraries and different types of outdoor activities. For general outdoor daily use such as outings, a 20L-30L backpack is basically enough. One day hiking in the wild, a 30L-48L backpack is basically enough. For more than two days on foot, 50L-70L is recommended. Backpacks above 70L are generally used less. Aside from affordability, capacity and rain cover are also necessary factors to consider when shopping for a backpack. Choosing the right backpack can save extra backpack space and manpower, plus a little trick to organize your backpack, packing a backpack can also be very simple.
Outdoor sleeping pads are also moisture-proof pads. No matter what season you're camping in, a moisture-proof mat is an essential camping gear. If there is no sleeping pad in the tent, it is like sleeping directly on the floor, which is very uncomfortable to think about. Woke up the next day with back pain, affecting the trip. What's more, the ground is relatively cold, and moisture-proof mats are essential for moisture protection and health. If it is spring and summer and the weather is not very cold, you can buy a thin egg nest moisture-proof pad. Since this moisture-proof pad is lightweight and foldable, it is easy to carry and requires no special maintenance. Plus, there's an inflatable pad for easy storage. Inflatable sleeping pads are more comfortable and keep you warm. However, its shortcomings are also obvious, requiring special maintenance, carrying maintenance tools with you, and it takes a lot of effort to inflate and exhaust.
In addition, the choice of hiking shoes is also very important. For short hikes, generally choose low-top or mid-top hiking shoes. The upper material is full leather and mixed with nylon fabric, and there is also full nylon mesh material. If you go mountaineering or long-distance hiking, it is recommended to choose high-top shoes, which can effectively prevent sand, poisonous insects, and water vapor from entering the shoes. Shoes with smooth uppers and no mesh are best for desert trekking. In addition, when purchasing hiking shoes, non-slip, wear-resistant, and necessary waterproofing are all selection factors. When buying shoes, it is recommended to choose a size up or half a size up, and it is best not to wear new shoes on the road.
