More Backpacking Questions You Might Be Too Embarrassed To Ask
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- 00:00 Hey Y'all
00:23 Do People Use A CPAP on Trail?
02:14 How Do You Go About Doing Laundry On Trail?
03:37 What Should Females Do With Used Sanitary Napkins?
04:35 Do Many Women Go Solo Backpacking?
06:55 Do Many Men Wear Kilts?
08:42 How Do People Find So Much Time For Long Distance Backpacking Trips?
13:21 Do You Keep Your Shoes On When You Do River Crossings?
17:28 What Is The Etiquette Surrounding Passing Gas, Farting, Pootin' Around Other Hikers?
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I think TH-cam skews towards showing the most extreme of any idea. So with hiking it's through hiking for months of a time. But for a lot of people, using a whole weeks annual leave/holiday on hiking is a very big deal! So don't underestimate that. I personally have had life affirming incredible walking experiences on 4 day journeys. If you walk 50 miles, feel proud of that! It will still give you a better perspective on life, even if you go back to work on Monday morning. You're incredible life experience doesn't have to last months to be incredible.
"The hours of folly are measured by the clock; but of wisdom, no clock can measure." William Blake
Crooked Roads thanks for the quote
Thanks, that's actually really inspirational! And yes, you're completely right!
yes, you are right.
In my opinion, it is much more special on shorter trips. I like the contrast of trail life and normal life, and utilizing the benefits of both
Through hiked in 2017, worked my ass off entire life, spent only what was necessary, smart investments, and retired early at 53 and hiked that boyhood dream of the Appalachian Trail in a kilt and a hammock. Accepted trail name of Kiltman in Franklin NC. Videoed my experience, met some great people, learned that the news destroys your opinion of society and the trail restores your faith. Met several ladies along the way hiking solo or with friends they met on the trail. My wife didn’t hike the entire trail but that was not her dream. Hiked with a dental apparatus to replace the cpap. We had a blast. After the trail we sold the house and our stuff and have been traveling ever since. Stop asking questions and get your experience started. Met Dixie at trail days and she is as real as her videos.
I also hiked in 2017. I hardly remember anyone’s trail name tho. I made it 600 miles. Mostly barefoot. Fun times!
I 100 mile section hike once a year and am about the same age, Kilt and Hammock!!! the only way to go!
This was an awesome to read as someone who’s just getting into hiking and backpacking. Truly, inspiring. Much love
I've recently turned 40 and my daughter is grown/successful. I moved into an off grid cabin that measures 10x10 about six months ago. This has allowed me to get debt free. So, after dreaming about hiking for over 20 years I am finally able to make this dream come true. I had to make life changes, sacrifices, and stay motivated! My situation is unique, but my point is I feel there's always a way to make your hiking dream come to fruition. So i definitely agree, it has to become a lifestyle for most. Thanks for the great info and videos!!
Some of us spent 25 years raising a family and dreamed every day of long distance hikes. Now we are there.
I finally went on my first overnight hike all because of your videos. Taking your advice; I did just 3 miles in on the trail and tested my gear and my fear. Thanks for all your great advice and bolstering my confidence!
Congratulations!
So awesome where did you go? How was it?
Congrats on getting out there!
@@anikacarterby744 I went on the Hoh River Trail and it was spectacular!
There was a time in my life (young and single) when I sacrificed a lot working extremely long hours to facilitate other life goals. Since then, I've told every boss I've had I work to live, not the other way around. There's nothing wrong with working hard for what you want, just make sure the juice is worth the squeeze when you make that trade.
I love the "ooh" as the butterfly goes by during the part on women hiking solo
I love that "Hey Ya'll" is a section. You should write a book with that title! (I'll accept a meager 10% of earnings for the idea, you're welcome.)
I'll buy :)
Ha, remember that "hey darlin'" to the cow!!
Stream crossings: l always tool my sox off but always wore my bots for the crossing, then put sox back on at the other side after drying my feet. Water deeper than 12 inches deep, always release your waist belt. If you fall, the pack can drag you under and trap you if the waist belt is attached.
I'm currently lying in my hotelbed in Oslo, Norway, and will be starting my first hike tomorrow!!!
I'll be Wildcamping and crossing the hardangervidda in 5-7 days, depending how I hold up xD
I'm so excited, you educated and motivated me so much and gave me the confidence I needed to get out, thank you Dixie!
Katinkerbell a I hope Vidda treated you alright?
A lifetime of collecting quotes and writings on the meaning of life and our existence-then tonight my favorite adventurer says " Life is Precious to Me" with a sincerity that rocked me and brought tears to my eyes. Just added her five simple words to my best-of-the-best quote box. I thank you Jessi M. for brightening our world.
Just want to say how helpful this must be for hikers. To share your incredible experiences in such a raw, real format is refreshing.
With regard to crossing creeks with shoes on, I find the humidity to be a big factor when deciding my approach. Wet shoes and socks in an arid climate like the Sierra will be dry in 1-2 hours so I walk right through water. On the other hand, when I'm hiking in the Midwest where 80% humidity is common it can take all day for shoes/socks to dry. I'm much more likely to take them off in that situation to avoid discomfort and blisters.
I’d definitely take my CPAP on something like the Camino where I can plug it in. Absolutely worth the weight for me. Even though it’s silent I’m not sure I could do hostels with others since I find it so humiliating though. I can’t decide whether it’s worth it to get a battery powered one for short treks since money is pretty tight but I’m desperate to do the PCT and considering surgery to restructure my jaw and open my airway just so that I can live my dream. It’s extreme but sleep apnea is horrible to live with. Lots of people don’t seem to understand its impact and joke about it like it’s a fat, old man’s disease and tell us to just lose weight. I’ve had sleep apnea all of my life despite being athletic, playing competitive sport, running a marathon and having an eating disorder. Weight loss isn’t the answer for so many of us.
Honestly I would rather work on that humiliation than consider surgery or spend extra money. Who cares what some randos you will never see again think, and why would they form a negative opinion of you because of the CPAP machine? In such situations my motto is "we're all going to die anyways, so who cares" :)
I was planning to take a Resmed CPAP on the Camino in 2019, but a few months before I was to set out, my dentist recommended a dental splint. I took the plunge and have not used the Resmed ever since. The splint gives a slightly different sleep experience but on the whole it is a much better option than a CPAP, much less weight and bulk, I don’t think many others in the alburgues even noticed. And it was light! But on the other hand, if someone had a CPAP, nobody commented on it and everyone was completely accepting of it. Out on the camino nobody cares about those little things. If you look on caminodesantiago.me forum you find a lot of discussion about CPAPs, power sockets etc.
“It’s gas, it will pass” 😂 Thank You 4 Sharing your knowledge including helpful tips 👍
One of my buddies love his kilts to the point he wears them daily now not just for hiking.
Something calming and reassuring about the honesty and openness. Thanks Dixie
I had a night of gastric distress on the PCT. Multiple cat hole trips and non stop farts. Next day my tramily laughed about it. I just said “you’re next”.
hope you didn't dig upstream...
Thank you for sharing & transparency. Stay safe, healthy & happy.
I want a montage collection of best "Homemade Wanderlust" logo reveals from all your videos.
I ALWAYS get excited when I see there's a new Dixie video.
Dixie, thank you for addressing hiking with Sleep Apnea/CPAP!
As far as CPAPs and hiking go. Check with your sleep doctor on the results of your sleep study. In my case we found that my sleep apnea is positional and as long as I stay off my back I'm fine. So for backpacking I carry a simple little, very light, device that keeps me off my back while I sleep. Yes, the CPAP is still a better solution but for my backpacking this was a more than satisfactory solution for me and I have not had any complaints about my snoring while on group trips.
I have followed your channel for some time. I love the content that you put out. I think you did a great job answering some difficult questions that people have. As a section hiker I wish I had known some of these things before. Look forward to your next video keep up the great work.
Welcome back, Dixie! You were missed. ❤️
I use the Transcend CPAP for backpacking. I wouldn't suggest that anyone buy it without trying it out first, because it has a lot of fan noise transmitted through the hose. It could be too much for some people. But I've been able to make mine work. I use a thin piece of fabric in one hose connection as a muffler. I take one Benadryl and use a 20 minute ramp. I have the 2-night battery. I can charge it with the solar panel 2 to 3 hours a day (breakfast, lunch, dinner) and use it for four nights in a row. It doesn't weigh very much. I was surprised. In the mornings, I have a spray bottle of white vinegar to go over the mask and tubing then rinse with filtered water. I pack the mask and tubing in plastic bags and dry them out at noon while charging the battery.
Dixie, you're absolutely charming, and I totally enjoy your videos! I want to thank you for taking the time to timestamp (I know that can be time-consuming). It really turns them into a helpful reference, which I'm sure you know.
Stay beautiful!
You have so much knowledge it’s incredible! I’ve learned so much for you and really appreciate all the time and effort you put into this, you can really tell how passionate you are about it!
Hearrtfelt condolences regarding Hank. Hope and pray your recovery goes well!
I agree with you Dixie about finding time to hike i might not be able to take 6 months off for a through hike, but even a week of peace on a section does wonders for the mind.
Thanks for making the videos. This old backpacker appreciates your perspective.
Man... always love your videos .... kind and willing to tackle all topics ...very down to earth and relatable personality ... keep up the good work
tysm for all the helpful information I've found in your videos. Spending lots of time in the back country is new to me since I started my gold prospecting TH-cam channel and you are really helping me to feel comfortable about my planning and preparation!
Dixie, you never fail to inform, amuse and entertain. Thanks. 😎
Love you Dixie! ♥️
I love how the video is in sections 😊
"Butt funk" 😄 first time hearing this and definitely adding it to my ~stinky~ terminology
“Don’t push too hard.” 😆😆😆
It sounds like a good trail name
Great name for a Bluegrass band as well
Better than “crotch rot”. Lol
Why do you enjoy smelly things so much?
My wife uses the mouth piece made by a dentist. It works well. She has used it so long that I can't even remember the CPAP machine.
Your videos are so inspiring, thank you!! I would love to see a video about safety tips for solo female hikers. Thanks again for doing what you do, and making this feel accessible.
Snot rocket! Haha! Love it. Here in the Midwest we call that a "Farmer blow." Thanks for the vid!
My favorite part, time stamp 00:00. Very cute!
I've worn a 6 yard 100% wool traditional great kilt on a four day hiking/canoeing trip in Kentucky during the late fall. Was fantastically warm even during cold drizzling rain.
Your reaction to the butterfly is totally you. Love your videos.
Great video as always. Good to see you back 🤗
Always good content...wayne
PS U are an inspiration to many people.
My husband, trail name The Scotsman, wears his kilt every time we hike. It works well for him, and it also works well for me. :-)
Amen trail sister!!! I work to live & set aside time. I go out and do something fun outdoors(day hikes/overnight camping trips) once a month.
I am guilty of snotrockets(my papaw taught me how to do it as a kid 😁) just make sure you know where others are before you launch.
I am thankful for you & all that you do and for sharing your life with us.
Also, I love the way you talk. Sounds like home.
I’m so happy to find your channel! 💕 awesome content
I know, right?
Hey,new friend here ! Very nice video nice to meet you 🙋 I'm very poor . I run youtube Channel to feed my family kindly help me please jion my channel and enjoy different videos about dog and animals and 🙌 🎀 you support me and stay connected and become my TH-cam family,
Great perspective, great video as usual. For packing out pads or tampons or tp wrap your favorite tape around a zip-top bag or smelly proof equivalent. Jam, squeeze/burp , seal, and forget. Icky is as icky does and we all icky one way or another but LNT always. Backcountry bidets (culo cleanse or just dribble down the crack) save on weight in both directions. Kilts. Kilts rock. Skirts rock. Anyone who’s tried one wears one... if they’re comfortable with judgements on their legs/butts/genders. Wear what’s comfortable and smile like a damn fool. You’ll be envied.
The most important event in a relationship is not the first kiss, it's the first fart. LOL
Farting asserts dominance so who does it first is most alpha thats how i see it
Bet your a big fan of Terence and Philip 💩😄
I let out a loud smelly one on the first date to make sure my date is compatible with my scent.
Amen!!! Hahaha it ain't real unless you can comfortably let it rip in front of your partner and they love you all the more for it!
My ex wife ripped one while we were sleeping one time and it was so foul that it woke me up. I actually refused to believe that smell came out of a human, so I consulted a demonologist, because I have read that horrible, rancid smells can be a sign of demonic presence. In other words, that fart she let out was so bad, that I refused to believe she had done it and I was also convinced that it was demonic.
2:57 Butt Funk
5:49 Ooooo
11:56 Pffffff
20:07 Prrrrrrrrrrrp
Thank you for this important synopsis
Syncop8rNZ 😆
Exactly!
I’m not even a hiker but I love your videos. Maybe I’ll be a hiker someday 👍🏻
Give it a go, go on a day hike!
Do it!
Solo female section hiker here. Best decision ive made
Purple Rain Hiking Skirts also makes men’s Kilts-awesome stuff!
I love your videos!!
Thank you so much for your videos! I learn so much. I asked to join the Facebook group you spoke of. So glad to get linked up with fellow backpackers and hikers. I bought a tent you reviewed for my pct through hike last year and it worked awesome ! Thanks again 💜💙❤️💜💚❤️💙💜.
I love this gal. She keeps it real.
Just heard two days ago about a dental implant for sleep apnea. No more CPAP machine or mouth appliance.
I love your videos! Just discovered your channel and I'm so excited that I've got lots of content to catch up on! Thank you :)
My friend's husband carries a 6lb battery for his CPAP. He says his quality sleep is worth every ounce.
Love your vids. Your in my top 5 thatI watch!
Speaking of gas...... If I had a Mountain House Meal for my previous meal, you better be walking in front of me for the next several hours lol.
I have a hiking kilt from mountain hardwear. It's awesome and comes with a privacy snap for those that like it breezy.
A reusable menstrual cup is awesome fo camping, no bloody garbage to deal with.
I heard you need to train the use under safe circumstances which is neighter work nor camping.
True! Tips on that in one of Dixie's earlier videos.
Alas, not all of us can use them.
Even better: the pill! You can get them so you don't have to have a period for up to 3 months. Nothing is for everyone but its great for me.
@@kobold90 The "training" is just getting the cup in the right position, if you tense your kegel muscles it will get in the right position. In poorer countries the kids go through the trash, I am really happy to not be making that trash. FYI I quit getting bladder infections once I started using a cup.
I might try the women kilt. I do often hike in a short/skirt! Thanks! ATB 😀
Hi Dixie. I don't know if you remember this, but it was 2 years ago (around this time) that me and my family "ran" into you on Rabbit Ears Pass near Steamboat Springs. Do you remember that? My kids still talk about that and my wife talks about how I met my internet girlfriend - haha. We live in Charlotte now, and I'm actually kicking around the idea of my own CDT hike. Thanks for all the great videos.
Well at least your honest about all of this. Very interesting stuff
you are, to me, sweetest people ever had privilege to hear, so enjoy all this, great memories. now 70's, have walked ... allot. smilin' atcha
Hi, I have diabetic peripheral neuropathy in my feet so I never walk anywhere bare footed, too easy to injure my feet and be unaware. Wet feet are an issue as well as I would not know until too late if I am developing a hotspot/blister. I have bought dive shoes, mesh upper and rubber soles for the swimming pool. They are meant for walking to a boat when scuba diving. I think I will take these hiking if river crossings are likely. Change into them before a crossing and back into walking shoes after. They are pretty light and dry rapidly and would double up as camp shoes.
I absolutely LOVE the all women fb page. All the ladies are so nice and helpful. I’ve never been backpacking before and I’ve learned so much from the group😊
Thanks!
"Concentrate on what you can do, not what you can't do." That's such timely advise right now. I'm going to take that advice. I've been having a bit of a pity party during the lock down. So, I really needed that. How did you get so smart at such a young age?
Melinda Adams me too
I just love your videos Dixie! I’m going to be joining your Facebook group!
Sport Kilt actually makes 3 hiking specific kilts. They're synthetic nylon and not wool (unlike the other kilts offered by them). I have all 3 and they're great. I'll only use pants in the dead of winter.
Love your videos
Hiked the long trail in 2018, There was a guy there that used a CPAP , would charge it when in towns
Which shoes and dealing with water crossings, or water hiking, ought to be a part of your trip planning. I have a seven day hike coming up next week. My feet are old school nags that like full leather boots on a backpacking trip, but I will pack a pair of Altra Lone Peaks (4.0 and about to die) with a slim orthotic that blazes those crossings and I can hike in for a day or two if needed. Desert hiking, rarely if ever have a second shoe. Those opaque doggy bags found on park trails make great nasty waste bags for TP and fem products. And yes, some in the energy industry consider the work a lifestyle. One manager thought calling me "Sleeps-on-snow" a slight [grins] in from of our front line folks. After the meetings though, I was the one they wanted to follow up with.
All Women All Trails is a great resource. I met up with 3 ladies on there for a Rim2Rim2Rim hike in 2018. A snow storm kept us from completing the full 46 miles, but I had a great time with new hiking friends!
I've really been enjoying the content. I went down the rabbit hole watching your videos, don't tell my boss.
Regarding laundry: You can take a dry bag or tent bag etc and put some of your clothes in it, add some soap then scoop some water into it. With that you can do your washing actions in the bag then dump it away from the water so you get easier washing and are able to dump it away from the water. Just be careful to not trash your bag in the process. This method also helps since the water is often really cold and the bag insulates your hands a bit.
Regarding wet feet: I used Injinji socks on my last hike and found them to be pretty good even while soaked for extended periods of time. This may be an option for people that blister easily. Leukotape is also a highly recommended option for people with sensitive feet.
That (wash) bag is actually already invented. It is called scrubba and I can highly recommend it for any trip
Hi Dixie, just got back from a brutal two-nighter up in desolation area, you know it! Whew!
Kiltwearers,
1. Be smoother than caramel down there, especially bikepacking.
2. Coconut oil, and if you also use C. oil for cooking do NOT dip your goppy mitts back into the tub after a comfort slather, one scoop and done.
all i heard was : "never too late" thanks for the inspiration, thanks for the info .. stay legendary !!, Dixie
Ballet slippers are lightweight and tough. A little tough to find them in my size, and your right about it being time-consuming.
Looking for companions to hike with? Try a club like the Appalachian Mountain Club in the east or Sierra Club in the west. Both have club wide and area publications you can advertise in. You can also attend club group hikes and canvas for partners. University clubs may also let you advertise for a partner(s), even if you are not a student. Above all, recommend you go on several relatively long trips with someone before you commit to a long trail like the Appalachian Trail. Laboring the obvious here.
Hi Dixie. I really love your videos. I always wonder how do solo backpackers check for ticks on their back. Do you use a mirror or take pictures of your back.
Strictly a snot rocketer! Learned the "art" growing up on a dairy farm in the 50's in South AL. By the way, graduated AU, been to Opelika a number of times.
There are sandals that can be decently secured to your feet, and there are flip flops that you can slide around and slip in, I think she referred to flip flops as sandals.
And as for blisters, in the USMC we used those slick black dress socks as an inner sock against the foot and the regular socks on the out side against the shoe, and the way that the dress socks slid around inside the regular sock, there was less friction to develop blisters.
I found it handy to carry some ear plugs for those that needed a CPAP ... My hiking partner needed one ... I didn't know that till the first night on the trail ... I woke up in the middle of the night thinking we had a Bear in our camp ... I got me some ear plugs the first opportunity I had ... lol
One thing about being cold and wet with no spare dry clothes (other than one's sacred sleepwear), putting on your rainwear (especially jacket and pants) keeps the water already in your clothes from evaporating and chilling you more. Also, the water already in your clothes will warm up some and won't get washed away (with your precious body heat) by new cold water if it is still raining. As a whitewater paddler, my waterproof paddle jacket is something I always have in my kayak on even on hot days for that sudden thunderstorm or a late afternoon unplanned flip in cold water in the shade of the canyon. Putting on the paddle jacket stops the evaporation, keeps new cold water from hitting my skin, and warms me up.
I used to work in the Forestry Service Industry doing controlled burns, herbicide application, cruising timber in preparation for a timber sale, and planting trees. I wore jeans or Carhartt work pants. Chaffing was a constant problem for all of us in the company. After trying many different ways to stop the chaffing we found a powder called Mexsana. It is by far the best treatment and preventative for chaffing of all the different brands that we tried. It's even good for your feet whereas Goldbond has a special foot powder so that's one less thing to have to purchase and pack.
This could very well be the best backpacking channel...
I use the Transcend with a solar charger. It is a game changer for me. It makes such a difference for endurance. Yeah it’s heavy, but there are lots of ways to shave weight, and weight isn’t everything, it’s about being able to do what you love. I just did a PCT section hike with my 16 year old and could keep up with him and stay out longer. Highly, highly recommended.
Hey Dixie thank you for talking about CPAP situation my brother is on PCT(Oregon area) now and he could use a device but the one mention does not stay charged long enough ugh. He has mention you several times on his TH-cam channel Ken and Thia's outdoor Adventures
The best water shoe that also work as camp shoes is crocs! They are light weight and great for lots of things.
I'm sure this has been mentioned, but another thing to consider with menstruation products is to bring something reusable. Reusable cloth pads are an option as well as diva cups. It cuts down on waste significantly and you also won't have to worry about packing a bunch of pads or tampons.
As always good information. If you have time it would be interesting to see and hear how you use the Guthook app.
You rock!
If you have a bear canister it makes a great washing machine.
Good idea. So does a 2 gallon zip lock freezer bag.
Just roll it down a mountain and it should be done when you get there!
Very smart, I wouldn't have thought about that
@tyvek05 As long as you're not putting soap in the water while you wash in the stream. Even if it's biodegradable, soaps are damaging to the mucus layers of aquatic animals and contact with surfactants like soap can impair their gill function as well, since those rely on a careful balance of water permeability.
Hey! Not the worst idea