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I Backpacked 2,200 Miles in a Year—12 Gear Mistakes That Weigh You Down, and What to Pack Instead From $12
When I began my 2,200-mile hike on the Appalachian Trail in 2015, I made the same mistake as almost every new backpacker. I packed for every possible scenario. It was this mentality that had me bringing items like a knee brace, cotton clothing, and duplicates until it was literally bursting at the seams. Within the first few days of hiking, my shoulders ached, my hips turned purple, and I realized that something had to change.
By the time I got to the first major stop on the trail, I was ready for a “shakedown” at Mountain Crossings. An experienced thruhiker watched as I poured the contents of my backpack onto the floor of the shop and helped me slash my pack weight by at least 5 pounds. This is where I learned that every ounce matters, and that making careful gear and hiking clothing selections is key to your success. Today, it’s easier than ever to whittle your pack weight down to a manageable number. Here are some of the most common gear mistakes backpackers make and how to bypass them.
Continue reading to learn more about backpacking gear, written by Mary Beth Skylis.
メアリー・ベス・スカイリス
Mary Beth Skylis is a freelance writer who specializes in personal narratives.
I Backpacked 2,200 Miles in a Year—12 Gear Mistakes That Weigh You Down, and What to Pack Instead From $12
When I began my 2,200-mile hike on the Appalachian Trail in 2015, I made the same mistake as almost every new backpacker. I packed for every possible scenario. It was this mentality that had me bringing items like a knee brace, cotton clothing, and duplicates until it was literally bursting at the seams. Within the first few days of hiking, my shoulders ached, my hips turned purple, and I realized that something had to change.
By the time I got to the first major stop on the trail, I was ready for a “shakedown” at Mountain Crossings. An experienced thruhiker watched as I poured the contents of my backpack onto the floor of the shop and helped me slash my pack weight by at least 5 pounds. This is where I learned that every ounce matters, and that making careful gear and hiking clothing selections is key to your success. Today, it’s easier than ever to whittle your pack weight down to a manageable number. Here are some of the most common gear mistakes backpackers make and how to bypass them.
Continue reading to learn more about backpacking gear, written by Mary Beth Skylis.
メアリー・ベス・スカイリス
Mary Beth Skylis is a freelance writer who specializes in personal narratives.
I Backpacked 2,200 Miles in a Year—12 Gear Mistakes That Weigh You Down, and What to Pack Instead From $12
When I began my 2,200-mile hike on the Appalachian Trail in 2015, I made the same mistake as almost every new backpacker. I packed for every possible scenario. It was this mentality that had me bringing items like a knee brace, cotton clothing, and duplicates until it was literally bursting at the seams. Within the first few days of hiking, my shoulders ached, my hips turned purple, and I realized that something had to change.
By the time I got to the first major stop on the trail, I was ready for a “shakedown” at Mountain Crossings. An experienced thruhiker watched as I poured the contents of my backpack onto the floor of the shop and helped me slash my pack weight by at least 5 pounds. This is where I learned that every ounce matters, and that making careful gear and hiking clothing selections is key to your success. Today, it’s easier than ever to whittle your pack weight down to a manageable number. Here are some of the most common gear mistakes backpackers make and how to bypass them.
Continue reading to learn more about backpacking gear, written by Mary Beth Skylis.
メアリー・ベス・スカイリス
Mary Beth Skylis is a freelance writer who specializes in personal narratives.
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