{"id":7570,"date":"2021-03-28T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-03-28T18:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/helpshoe.com\/?p=7570"},"modified":"2021-06-14T18:31:17","modified_gmt":"2021-06-15T01:31:17","slug":"lighten-your-backpacking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/helpshoe.com\/lighten-your-backpacking\/","title":{"rendered":"Lighten Your Backpacking Gear [5 Quick Tips]"},"content":{"rendered":"
Nearly all of us are familiar with hiking \u2013 the routes, the gear, the weather, the blisters. Whether it\u2019s for personal achievement, a fun day out with friends or you\u2019ve been dragged up a mountain by your other half, having the right gear makes a huge difference when it comes to your experience on the trail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Reducing your gear weight can make a big difference for some. Consider substituting all your heaviest gear for something lighter or not bringing it if it’s not essential. Think about your comfort as well and don’t get rid of too much. Here are 5 quick tips:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019ve ever watched documentaries about hiking, or YouTube insights about the world\u2019s \u2018best hikers\u2019, you\u2019ll know that the one thing nearly all of them are so keen on is how to downsize your gear for hiking. You’ll need to decide which is best, getting rid of a little or going to extremes to take away extra weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although professional hikers and well-seasoned travelers might benefit from taking extreme steps, most of you really don\u2019t need to. For the Average Joe, here are a few tips to help you pack lightweight:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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1. Go Through Your Packing List Several Times<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\t\t\t