A very useful video for newbies, including your recommendation to get out there and try it out. I didn't 'ultralight' bushwalk, but I did work out how to cut down by several Kgs after the first week-long walk. And remember, it is not the number kms you put into a day, but rather the amount enjoyment you get from the day. Happy walking !
Here is tip guys, try using a poncho for a tent like me. The poncho is a lot cheaper then a tent, takes less space and weighs less too plus is also a rain jacket and a pad to lay down when the floor is wet
A BIG thing that is usually never mentioned in gear talk when people are WALKING all day is FOOTWEAR AND SOCKS!!!I If what you have on below the waist or knees weights an extra 250 grams, then every 8 steps you have lifted an extra 1,000g/1kg. So 80 steps burns energy for 10kg, now run that math up to 10 or 20 kilometres.
A very useful video for newbies, including your recommendation to get out there and try it out. I didn't 'ultralight' bushwalk, but I did work out how to cut down by several Kgs after the first week-long walk. And remember, it is not the number kms you put into a day, but rather the amount enjoyment you get from the day. Happy walking !
Great video for someone like me who just started to do longer and multiple day hikes. This is really helpful thanks!
Here is tip guys, try using a poncho for a tent like me. The poncho is a lot cheaper then a tent, takes less space and weighs less too plus is also a rain jacket and a pad to lay down when the floor is wet
A BIG thing that is usually never mentioned in gear talk when people are WALKING all day is FOOTWEAR AND SOCKS!!!I If what you have on below the waist or knees weights an extra 250 grams, then every 8 steps you have lifted an extra 1,000g/1kg. So 80 steps burns energy for 10kg, now run that math up to 10 or 20 kilometres.
You make a very valid point!
Really good advice presented in a good way!
Thank you!
try the big three, first.....and also remember shoes, as one unit of weight, on the foot is equal to five, on the back...
Hyper lite fam! Nice presentation here. 💚✌️
Thank you kindly! 💚
@@tomsoutdoorsgearguide of course!!
My base weight is 5 pounds 😊, I hardly feel it on my back