How to Start Backpacking
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 28 ก.ย. 2024
- With an abundance of hiking videos now storming TH-cam, it is not hard to get inspired to head outside. However, 'what do you need to do to get started?' is a common question. From kit to map reading, planning and training - this video aims to cover an easy introduction to backpacking and multi-day hiking.
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Really useful and encouraging - many thanks. I am in my 50s and really struggling with confidence, overwhelmed by kit and gear choices and worried about a dodgy knee! But very keen to give it a go. Your practical and reassuring approach is much appreciated.
Hi Abbie!! 😊At the weekend me, my dad and my sis went wild camping at are local river and tried sleeping in hammocks! I only had 3 hours sleep but it was amazing, we even got a fire going!!Cant wait to get back over in the lakes though!!😊😍I love your videos, so glad I found u on TH-cam!Most of my friends at school say I'm weird for liking the outdoors and walking long walks but I could never stop doing what I love!!😍
Ada, I am sure Abbie would join me in agreeing that you should keep on hiking if you love it. You are not alone. There are millions of us out there on the trails, and you are now part of a worldwide community. Be safe, learn your hiking and camping skills and have fun with your family and your cool friends (the ones that accept you for who you are). You will have great experiences and learn so much about the world and yourself.
Hi Ada, just to let you know we (UK - even England) continue to be under Lock Down rules - you can car travel to a place of exercise, set up tent / hammock in the day but must be back in your home to sleep. Yes we can expect restrictions on camping to lift - but that is later not now. In the meantime - make the most of your day hikes!
During this lockdown, these videos are inspiring. ❤ you Abbie.
7 Minutes in & you're still throwing knowledge at us ;) So many great experiences you've had to acquire these awesome tips. I love Bikepacking, which is backpacking on a bike, I think you would enjoy it soo much. Watching all of the through-hikers in the USA makes people think you need £7000 worth of gear, but you don't need it whatsoever :) It has taken me 9 years to acquire my kit, so if you're a newbie to the outdoors cheap stuff works fine for your needs unless you are going a very long way in terrible conditions. I hope everyone is doing well, peace.
I feel like touring with a bike is the only way to do it since you can cover a lot more distance and get places a bit quicker too.
I agree with what you've said as me and my brother have been in the worst conditions, survived and had stories to tell. The only bit of advice I'd give anyone is to buy ortlieb pannier bags. They're bit pricey(£110 for 2 back roller classic 40L), but they have stood the test of time. We bought those because on our very first tour we had to stop every 10-30 minutes due to one of our cheap panniers coming off! With the ortliebs, we've never had a single worry, and they're super easy to put on and take off so when we get on a train we just throw out bags on, get the bike in and off we go. For waterproofs, we searched ebay for "Berghaus Paclite Goretex", and just bought a used one and are pretty happy with them.
Good panniers, any waterproofs, basic bike tools and then you'll figure the rest out as it's a learning experience haha.
Basic bike tools are, a spare inner tube, nitrile gloves(a must), spanners, a pump and electrical tape, and watching gcn's videos on changing a tyre as they showed us to put the chain on the little ring on the back wheel and that wheel will come off a thousand times easier haha.
I’ve watched a lot of hiking videos and this is the first one to talk about needing mental resilience! Such a massive topic that is overlooked by vloggers. Thanks for mentioning it.
I’m so thrilled. I just finished a 3 mile walk. I know it’s not far, but it’s the furthest I’ve walked in many years. I could even hear my internal
voice saying - what would Abbie say, when I was getting a little anxious. Your a star Abbie! Thanks for helping with my MH. My goal is the Pilgrims Way this year or next, so a fair bit todo. 🤣
I live in Norwich which is quite a big city and over the past couple of years i’ve begun to feel very stifled by city life. I feel that I belong in wild spaces and even the country side close to me, although beautiful, is quite tame - I miss the vastness and wildness of places like Scotland. Next Spring/Summer I hope to do the West Highland Way, and do some farm stays in the highlands! I miss mountains and wild coastlines 🌿
Excellent advice given here.
Can’t wait till we can get out again would love to go on one of your walks.
Love your inspiration Abbie... Thank you kindly Sistar...
Thank You, Abbie.👍🙂
Great video Abbie. Nice to see you and that big smile...
Still on 5km restrictions 🤪 here in Ireland so your videos are a godsent keep it up👍
Thanks for this Abbie. You’ve inspired me and my daughter to get out and explore. We live in outer London but we’re amazed at the trails we have found here. It’s helping my daughter as well because she has Asperger syndrome, and walking is doing her mind and soul the world of good. So we were both grateful for this video, because we want to follow some of the wonderful trails you have recorded on your travels, once we get up to full fitness of course lol...Take care.
Kevin and Kirsty.
Your videos have been great and have encouraged me to take in my local area alot more . Hopefully i will build up to something bigger . Thanks ❤🏴
17:36
Cute pooch. He looks warm and thirsty.
Great Video! Thanks for posting. Can't wait to see more content 😍
Hey Abbie. Found you on TH-cam the other day and binge watched West Highland/Rob Roy & Great Glen Ways as going to tackle WHW soon. Great content and you have a super engaging manner! Thanks!
Me too, we should form an Abbie fan club!
Hello Abbie thanks for more infomation how to start backpacking.
Great advice and encouragement Abbie!
New subscriber so Glad I found your channel Thank you so much for sharing your adventures
A really useful video and I look forward to future episodes. Regards Ken
Oh I forgot to add... When I wildcamped first time I had to google how to pitch up my tent .. at the top of the hill. I had put it up at home but still.. got confused. :)
Hi Abbie, thanks for this. An excellent comment - 'what is your purpose' and 'go with what you have got'. There is a key decision point on kit - size / type of rucksack - most folk start with big packs (60 - 70 litres) and feel the need to pack for 'just in case' and end up over loaded on not enjoying the 'back packing experience'. Perhaps an idea to limit the Rucksack size to 40 to 45 litres as this forces you to only include what is necessary, forces a lighter load and makes back packing much more manageable and enjoyable. Note: heavy loads demand heavy sturdy footware, lighter loads mean lighter trail runners become a sensible option... Thanks for the video Abbie!
Thanks Abbie. Great info. Going to try a one night wild camp (with a friend), hopefully before the autumn! Couldn't see the link to your vid on footcare. Going to look more into trails which I think suit me better than moutains, not being brave with heights/exposed sections. You've inspired me. I truly benefit mentally from being in the great outdoors and plus an element of adventure, even when I find it hard going in the winter.
neckdaisy. Hi, the Footcare link appears in the information tab in the top right of the vid (along with a few other useful vids) and also as a bar in the top right at 17:55. Good luck with your wild camping and future endeavours (when we are all alowed to head out again).
Thank you for the these tips. I tend to go on 4hr walks to the beach. I do it to help my anxiety. I've recently bought a Crusader cook set and enjoyed brewing a cup of tea and having a noodles snack at the beach. Practice, however short, is super enjoyable
Great video.. lots of good advice :)
$3? Did you mean £3?
I have iffy knees & fibromyalgia but I still try. Do you recommend walking poles?
I really enjoyed your WHW video but must swim against the tide here and say that l found this one rushed (fast speech) and overwhelming. An incredible amount of information but if l were new to backpacking l think l would be confused.
The 'Expedition' section and the later bits on Mental Resilience are really good - and l will be looking out for the 'Beginner Backpacking' series.
What would l like to have seen in a video like this? Breaking down the basic needs and skills for each section. And advice to practice each section at home or near to home. Camping in a friend's garden was mentioned. Walking a circular walk in your own area. You could cook 'trail food' at home - l have just been walking my sons out to a local picnic place to make instant hot chocolate and a simple noodle meal. We also tried cold soak porridge at home and they didn't like it, so that is a factor for breakfasts on the trail.
Starting with the absolute simplicity of 'what you have' with the addition of good footwear, and building on that month by month in your local area where you can get home if need be.
Anyway, l am rambling.
Thank you for this video which has given me lots of food for thought.
Watch it at 0.75 speed ?
Is there a guide to wildcaping; when and where and for what duration....How do we identify free camping places. OK on the moors we are not going to be seen so guide us to all those which you know and are feasible to use. Walking 20 miles a day isn't my thing, I want to be out there to paint,so wild camping if fine with me.
You are wonderfully inspiring. I'm a teacher looking forward to the first week of summer break and you are my inspiration to get out on the trail.
I know you are going to do a footcare/footwear video...one thing I would definitely include or touch on is matching the footwear to the trail type and your pack weight and why trail runners are so popular on LD trails like the PCT/AT/CDT
I just hit dislike by accident when my phone fell against my thumb.. the video was too interesting to hold focus on my hands. You touched on so many areas for consideration, thank you. Recently on a trip I took your advice with the fire, i made sure I lifted sod and replaced the damage in the middle of the forest stone path , restoring it's mossy grass covering , will see if it helps in the recovery of the ground . Well done Abbi
Hey Abbie! Your videos and documentaries are a great support and inspiration during this lock-down. As an avid long distance walker -from a country that's almost flatter than flat ;) -, and someone who also struggles with mental health, I love revisiting the UK trails I've walked through your videos, and dream about the ones I still want to hike. I admire your positivity and tenacity in the face of adversity, be it physical or mental. Keep up the good work!
Living in London, we are so lucky to have the Captial Ring and London LOOP as start points into backpacking. Oh and by the way it is possible to get lost on the LOOP ... particularly if people mess with the signs!
I’ve just started the London loop with my Daughter. Only covered sections 11,12,13 but yes we did get muddled a few times lol
Fantastic video. Great advice there for both people looking to get into hiking and also experienced hikers!
I love your videos, it's really inspiring and motivating to see someone who also faces mental health difficulties doing all these cool trails. This spring my brother and I are going to be doing the Great Glen Way. It will be my first long-distance trail (he is more experienced), but I figured that it's a good one to start with due to the terrain. I have also decided to not camp. It would make it more difficult and I'd have to spend a lot of money on kit that I might not use again, if I end up not liking it. Really hope I love it though!
Dear Abbie, I wept for you and Penney. Our dogs and cats are dearer than people and give us all the unconditional love and kisses of a lifetime. Your letter said it all. Be comforted that she is on a different plane now, but her love and your love and memories will live on forever. As you are doing now, living your best life, sharing and inspiring others, educating them on beautiful experiences in the wild, and how to love all our beings on this planet! You are an exceptional young person, and you are contributing to the good of the planet. Keep it up, I am watching and walking with you in spirit. Love to you and your family during this time. You are doing Penney's legacy alive. I hope I spelled her name right. You are awesome Abbie.
Great advice. Especially the day hikes. I'm doing them to prep for the c2c and I've learned loads. Adjusting pack weight to get it comfortable while having what's necessary, testing gear and shoes. I recommend doing mini hikes in rain and setting up to test all the gear too. Also builds endurance both physical and mental. I do it for the same reasons as you and although I'm far less experienced and a fair bit older than you, this is something that has really sparked passion in me. Thank you for all your videos. Good luck to everyone embarking on hiking and I'm sure you'll be glad you did. Also agree to not get put off by the super pricey ultra light craze unless money is no obstacle for you.
Hello Abbie.. Thank you for sharing with us your very inspiring. Can i just suggest that during the hot season,s that is the time for Miggies. To have them bite is not good so i can recommend that if you eat Garlic it keeps them away. By eating Garlic it comes through your pores on your skin. They do not like it and will keep away. I love being on the Jurassic coast and have done several times the climb up to Portland onto the Lighthouse. Lovely views from up there. Also the Shingle bank walking towards the Swannery is worth doing. Bowleze Cove is also a nice climb up to the top and along the coastal path with stunning views across to Weymouth and Portland. Ideal for a walk and cook in many places. Regards Mick from Hampshire.. x
Dear Abbie /Song thrush productions.I have been a Hiker/Walker/Trekker on & off .Dipping in & out,for my whole life .You have inspired me to keep doing it ! Our bodies are designed for movement not lounging on sofas watching TV . Carry on .....You guys are awesome !
I have just started walking, doing a few smaller hills in Scotland, Tinto, Conic etc
What type of footwear do you use?
Any other advice for a 52 year old beginner?
Good to see you again Abbie, looking forward to more backpacking trips to watch.
You are the best when it comes to deep thought and to convey that in words that we can all understand.
I loving these vids:) well done on Ben Nevis 👏👏👏
Good, sound advice.
Abbie, thanks for the top tip on your foot care piece.
Body Shop peppermint cooling foot lotion.
Got some and love it. Just what my feet need after a hard days walking.
You are a star.
That’s what I use🤣
Hey love this video!! Does anyone know what video the view at 3:58 is from? It looks phenomenal!!
Fleetwith Pike I believe. Check out Abbie’s ‘Great Gable and Fleetwith Pike film!
Sitting here in my livingroom watching your inspiring videos. I can't wait to get back on the trails. Right now I am dealing with plantar fasciitis and bone spurs in both feet, along with torn tendons on both ankles. It's been hard sitting and waiting to heal. Yeah, seems I have issues with low dopamine and serotonin levels that brought about equilibrium problems and many a twisted ankle and trips and falls along my hikes. I happened upon your videos and so glad I did! I'm not giving up and me and my dogs will one day be hitting the trails again soon. Until then, I'm sitting back and learning along with making notes of places my and my pups will be hiking. Thank you again for sharing your adventures and giving a light at the end of a very long dark tunnel!
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Just discovered your lovely channel. Immediately my favourite walking videos. Thank you so much. Watching your walks is like meditation... inspires me to do more...i did the West Highland Way back in 2002 and have done lots of waking in Devon and Cornwall... now having moved to the Scottish Borders i have the Eildon Hills by my doorstep (have you explored the Borders before?)... you are an inspiration and watching your videos makes me want to get out there.... also the fact that you address emotions and mental health is something I can relate to.... big hug to you
Abbie I love your films. You are sooo enthusiastic and some solid advice in there. "get comfortable with being uncomfortable" it is in the discomfort that we grow and learn. I am sure I saw some Cleveland Way clips, that was going to be my first solo long distance linked with the Tabular Hills Way - right from back door. Thank you for some great films The West Highland Way is another on my list. Happy trails
With your 25 years you look as "world experienced" // "experienced" as if you would be 35 ... I mean this in a positive way!
You are still an inspiration to me :-)
PS: RIP to your wooly one :-(
Some great insights in this video! Thanks 😀 what’s your “typical” hiking day? You mention start / end times, how long do you take for lunch / snack stops?!
very well explained. Are you a member of "Living to learn community"? If not, I think you should apply.
Great video, can't wait to see more in series, training for whw so looking forward to any tips on physical preparation especially with a heavy pack. 😁
Thank you I am gaining so much from watching your content.. you are inspiring me to build confidence to start going solo camping and hiking
Fab video and brilliant information. Roll on when we get our freedom back.
Thanks Abbie 💝
What a great video. Could I ask, where in the world is the incredible landscape at 9:20 ? Thanks and keep up the brilliant channel
Great advice Abbie..... good Kanoshaning in your boots is a must :)
Abbie its nice to see you again with all the negativity thats happening at the moment! Stay Wild !
‘How do you set with your legs crossed for so long🤯😆 good talk
Where can I get one of those tshirt please Abby
Good one Abbie
I’d love recommendations for 1.5kg tent under £120ish!
Nature hike cloud up 2 or Alpkit soloist
Checkout the snugpak ionosphere
Thanks
I had been looking at the Vango Banshee 200 which looks great but I’m and small woman and keeping the weight reasonable is important.
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