I believe that the key to carrying a backpack effortlessly is to arrange it so that all the weight, in the pack, is carried on your hips, not above your hips but "attached" to your hips with the pack hip belt. The straps on your pack are only...
I have just arrived at SdC from the CF and have found it difficult to get accommodation but in the end always succeeded. I have friends still walking who report having to walk 30km days for accommodation. I have seen people turned away fro full...
I just read the news article that you sourced for your post.
I am much relieved that I am not the only one distressed by the numbers of people who travel the CF, as pilgrims, with suitcases.
Travel the CF! It is a wonderful journey! If you...
I agree. There is scientific evidence that trusting people as a guiding principle enhances happiness. And vice versa: constant mistrust reduces happiness.
Thanks for your comments!! I'm like you, I'm careful but trusting as I believe 99%+ of the people I run into, especially other hikers, are worthy of my trust!! I'm 67, I have hiked and travelled extensively and I've never had a bad experience!!
I'm 67, I've hiked, backpacked, climbed and led groups in Western Canada since I was in my teens. I have never used poles and I honestly don't see the need for them for individuals who are fit and don't have STABILITY issues. Until recently...
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