Trek kit list
Here are my ideas for a Trek kit list
The last trek i went on was for 8 days to the below and my Trek kit list is below the pics.
| Item | Reason / Description |
| Base Layer Trek t-shirt Trek l/s t-shirt Trek trousers Trek shorts Fleece layer Outer jacket Rain Poncho Sun hat Beanie Sun Glasses Torch Head lamp Gloves Walking poles Hiking boots Chill out shoes Socks Blister socks Back/Day pack Rain cover Water bottles Isotonic powder Sleeping mat Sleeping bag liner Ear Plugs Inflatable pillow Swim suit Trekking towel Sun Cream Insect repellent Wet wipes Dry plastic bags Blister plasters Meds First Aid kit Snack Bog Roll Cash Camera Pen Knife Power Bank Fire stick |
Lightweight base layer – thermals at night or for early starts when it is cold. Short sleeve – breathable light weight, quick drying polyester, merino or nylon – layering is key Long sleeve – breathable light weight, quick drying polyester, merino or nylon – Layering is key Light, comfortable & durable possibly able to separate into shorts Light, comfortable & durable keep warm and stove off the wind mid-weight Water proof / wind resistant shell jacket A Cheap waterproof Rain Poncho is great for showers Light weight, neck cover or neckachief – a got an awesome leather cowboy style hat!! Yee ha! Warm hat for the evening when temperatures may drop Got my Oakleys – polarised for the mountain sun. For those sketchy late finishes or the random wee in the night! Hands free torch,very useful.. Lightweight, waterproof for night when its cold or to stop sore hands on the poles Essential, adjustable poles, short going up long going down! Save some energy.. Get the best quality & comfort you can afford, your feet are everything when hiking, take care of them! Get out of the boots for the evening you will really appreciate the change Buy the best you can afford like with the boots! Merino wool or breathable (go thicker if it is cold) I got some of these inner sock socks, they were great and I was blister free for my last 8 day trek. Get size(s) that you can manage comfortably and try to take only items you need. Usually 30-35L if you have support from porters / mule. For you mail rucksack, make sure you have dry kit available even in the rain. 1L each or hydration bladder, usually you need a minimum of 2L of water, bare in mind 2l = 2kg For mixing with water – great for essential vitamins and minerals – energy plus taste if you can fit it in take an Insulated sleeping mat to keep the cold off you and add some comfort. If you hire a sleeping bag this is a must as the hire companies certainly don’t wash them enough.. Gross A Peaceful nights sleep can be a life saver, rest and recover without listening to your mate snore! I forgot mine so used a jumper but hey, could be a great addition?!? Thoughts?? you may find a hot spring, lake or river to cool of and relax in on the way or just go au-natuaral.. These are great, quick drying, light and compact.. Sweat resistant sun cream is pricey but important when active in the mountains where the sun is strong Another must, nothing worse than getting bitten or infection especially around the ankles and knees.. Refreshing cleanliness in a packet, great when you are conserving water or get a bit grubby passport, phone, power bank, saved by dry bag in the rain.. If you don’t fancy blister socks, these can be amazing when you already have a blister on the way.. Ibuprofen, Paracetamol, anti sickness for altitude. Hopefully you will never need it but you will not regret it that one time you do need it. If you can find space I recommend 2 energy bars each day – not milk based, nuts & not salty If you are in the middle of the jungle or up in the mountains chances are there isn’t a toilet For tipping guides, small purchases and emergencies Come on, how could you be without this (Or the phone camera) Handy for all sorts of situations Handy to keep the phone charged for a few days wen you have not access to electricity. If you get disorientated and stuck somewhere overnight you may need a fire to survive, rubbing sticks wont cut it! |
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