Archive for April, 2008

Hiking Tips For High Altitude

Saturday, April 12th, 2008

Defeating a high mountain peak is an aspiration of many beginners in Hiking and more experienced hikers will find themselves seeking new boundaries when it comes to the altitudes of the peaks they conquer. As you may know,High Altitude Hiking poses new challenges that have to do with the lower oxygen content of the air [...]

Outer Layer Hiking Clothing

Saturday, April 12th, 2008

Clothing which makes up one’s second layer should ideally be both lightweight and warm. Polar fleece or similar knitted materials are good options. The outer layer needs to consist of waterproof pants and a waterproof jacket. These will prove especially invaluable from the third day onwards where apart from rain and sleet, one may also [...]