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Anonymous Wed 24 Feb 2016 09:19:39 No.695869 View View Reply Original Report

/out/ I want to start hiking but don't know shit one about what to do.

I want to start small. Doctor said I need to be more active and I've always liked taking walks, so hiking seems like a logical extension. Healthwise I'm a little overweight but nothing that far out of normality, no major joint pain or anything.

So what do I wear and what do I bring?

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Anonymous Wed 24 Feb 2016 09:43:17 No.695876 Report

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>>695869
I'd say the best way to start is to pull up google maps on the are where you live in sattelite mode and find a decent patch of forest or grasslands or mountainous area (depends on your locality). If it is less than 4 miles to the spot go there on foot, if more, use other transportation. Take a few snacks with you, not too much, so you would fill up, but enough not to feel hungry. Also look up if the area has any nature wonders/monuments, if there are, visit them. If not, just hike on the present trails or go and bushwhack. Wear anything, that you don't mind screwing up. Later on you will figure out what would be better to wear, buy, while looking at various equipment. Just make shure, that the base of your shoe isn't super flat.

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Anonymous Wed 24 Feb 2016 10:09:56 No.695885 Report

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No need to go full gearfag and immediately buy lot of stuff, just follow those rules :
- Do not challenge yourself to much and go where it's easy and gear wont matter when you begin, then gradually adjust the difficulty (length, elevation, duration, snow, ice, rock, exposure...) as you get comfortable going out and as you gear up.
- Always tell someone where you go, and always be ready to turn back if you don't feel it.

This aside, I'd say, for short hike, like 2h, you can bring whatever you want, it wont really matter. For day hikes, you should take :
- 1L of water
- some snacks
- 1 extra layer of clothing
- wear running or hiking shoes

Then you can bring a map, compass, knife, food, poles, backpack, rainjacket, beanie, sunglasses, camera, goggles, hat, but you don't have to.

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Anonymous Wed 24 Feb 2016 12:06:02 No.695919 Report

Quoted By: >>696120

This is probably the second most important thing to bring when hiking. The most important is obviously water.

>download maps into smart phone
>save a ton of room in your bag
>use data to GPS your location unless you are deep innawoods

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Anonymous Wed 24 Feb 2016 18:22:42 No.696120 Report

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>>695919
GPS doesn't require data

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Anonymous Wed 24 Feb 2016 18:47:55 No.696129 Report

Quoted By: >>696139

If you're actually out of shape, hiking poles will make a simple day hike into a more pleasant activity. But don't skip a hike just because you don't have them.

You will want water, though. And a hat.

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Anonymous Wed 24 Feb 2016 19:00:38 No.696139 Report

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>>696129
An alternative to fancy hiking poles would be to just find yourself a nice walking stick, trim it and strip the bark from the best grip location. You'll feel crafty and have some justification for bringing your knife.

Most important thing is to have a nice time. I like to bring a book and a hammock on day hikes, or you can bring a fishing pole or binoculars and observe your fellow creatures, or whittle some utensils. Whatever you're into.

Anonymous

Anonymous Wed 24 Feb 2016 19:07:54 No.696147 Report

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>>695869
On day hikes I carry a camelbak bag. I usually stuff a few snickers bars and cheese sticks in there, as well as an emergency blanket, lighter, and a couple hand warmers for emergencies.

Clothing doesn't matter as much, but I find that dry-fit type shirts and really thin shorts are more comfortable when it's hot. If you're hiking trails, running shoes are light and breathe well, if you're going off trail, make sure you have a sturdy boot.

So far, all great advice in this thread. The biggest thing is to just get out and hike, after doing it a few times you'll know what works best for you, and you'll be the one giving advice.

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Anonymous Wed 24 Feb 2016 23:00:01 No.696320 Report

Quoted By: >>696343

Most important thing: Always tell someone where you plan to go and when you plan to be back.

Bring:
>water
>topo map
>compass
>space blanket
>gps (your phone works fine, get an offline maps app)
>firestarter and multiple of matches/lighter/ferro rod
>sunglasses, sunscreen, especially if at elevation
>duct tape for blisters
>light, energy dense snacks like nuts, chocolate, granola bars, peanut butter
>appropriate clothing, be prepared for any weather any time if in the mountains
>deet if applicable
>if in bear country, make noise to avoid surprising them, especially in dense brush or around blind corners
>don't take that shortcut, I know it looks like an easy walk through grass and small trees but it's actually an impenetrable, 12' tall tangle of willows

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Anonymous Wed 24 Feb 2016 23:27:27 No.696335 Report

Quoted By: >>696342

How do I walk thread

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Anonymous Wed 24 Feb 2016 23:32:47 No.696342 Report

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>>696335
go lose yourself in the woods, faggot

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Anonymous Wed 24 Feb 2016 23:33:52 No.696343 Report

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>>696320
>Most important thing: Always tell someone where you plan to go and when you plan to be back.
Stellar advice

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Anonymous Thu 25 Feb 2016 00:03:09 No.696365 Report

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>>696342

Bi curious homophobe detected

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Anonymous Sat 27 Feb 2016 13:05:27 No.698273 Report

Quoted By: >>698301 >>698306

OP here, thanks for the advice!

There's a state park nearby, we're going out for about 2 to 3 hours today. I'm excited!

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Anonymous Sat 27 Feb 2016 14:34:18 No.698301 Report

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>>698273
Hope you have a good time OP, update us when you're back

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Anonymous Sat 27 Feb 2016 14:55:41 No.698306 Report

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>>698273
GL HF, man, it's gonna be fun!

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Anonymous Sat 27 Feb 2016 15:58:49 No.698335 Report

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Well Healt related so asking here.

I have flat feet and overpronators on my ankle, Im gonna do thru hiking for a month in few weeks, so im asking what kind boots i should get? Also should i buy a Baton? Anybody had experience with flat feet or overpronators?

I search internet, already got a clue but idk if baton helps and looking for tips.

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Anonymous Sat 27 Feb 2016 16:49:58 No.698362 Report

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>>698335
I'm not familiar with your condition, but I think you should see a "foot doctor" and get orthopedics soles.

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