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Please remember to always pack essential items such as
your passport, money, eyewear, a change of clothing, hiking
boots and medications in your carry-on baggage, in case
your luggage is delayed.
Wind chill can be a significant feature of this trip.
Air temperatures are not very cold, but when the wind is
constant, and when you combine this with the stress that
altitude puts on your body, you can be robbed of body heat
quickly. Wind or rain gear is very important.
Cotton is wonderful in warm weather. However, once it
becomes wet, it will drain your body heat. Bring wool or
synthetics such as Capilene®, MTS® and Thermax®.
Always test your layers before a trip. Your outer layer
should fit easily over the inside ones without binding
and bunching up.
Make sure boots are broken-in. Bring Moleskin for foot
treatment. Thin liner socks worn under regular hiking socks
may minimize the risk of blisters. The liner sock should
be synthetic, not cotton. Test your sock combination before
you go on the trip.
Stuff sacks are great for sorting gear. Use different
sizes/colors to differentiate contents. Bring a garbage
bag to line your duffel bag and keep your gear dry, should
inclement weather be encountered. |
