Thread for making fun of people with the wrong type of hiking gear

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AARP LARPer: Feb 19, 2005; THE DARK SIDE OF SCIENCE BREEDS A WEAPON OF WAR; Buglord

The only time I'll go geartard is when it's wet/muddy out. I have a nice pair of Zamberlans because gently caress having wet feet.

# ¿ Dec 27, 2015 20:29

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AARP LARPer: Feb 19, 2005; THE DARK SIDE OF SCIENCE BREEDS A WEAPON OF WAR; Buglord

The Kingfish posted:

I just bought some chocos did I fail? They were the most comfortable shoes that I tried on.

You're only as comfortable as your feet are, so I think you're good.

# ¿ Dec 27, 2015 21:38

AARP LARPer: Feb 19, 2005; THE DARK SIDE OF SCIENCE BREEDS A WEAPON OF WAR; Buglord

Flambeau posted:

In an effort to not be featured in this thread in a few months, can y'all give me an idea of the type of clothing/gear I'll need for beginner-level backpacking in northern Montana in late July? Or things I should definitely avoid?

I just booked for a 3-day small group guided backpacking trip in Glacier National Park. It's billed as an introduction to backpacking; they'll provide a pack, tent, and sleeping bag. I only have recent experience with day hiking in Tennessee, and haven't been camping in probably 15 years.

My current gears consists of basic Merrell hiking shoes and a rain jacket. Should I upgrade to boots? What sort of pants should I have? I'm bald, so a hat is necessary - would a whirly bird hat provide comfort and lift?

My two cents on the footwear thing would be this: you're only as comfortable as your feet are. If you have hiking shoes that you like, stick with them. If you're going to swap to boots, do it soon and break them in. Don't wear something you're not comfortable with and don't be dumb and try something new a week before your trip. This goes with socks/liners, too.

I bought a pair of Zamberlans thinking that I "had to" upgrade to boots if I was going to backpack. They're nice, but I barely ever wear them -- only when I know I'm going to be walking through standing water (they're awesomely waterproof) -- as I prefer the comfort of my everyday walkers: Merrill or Keen.

# ¿ Mar 29, 2016 17:09

AARP LARPer: Feb 19, 2005; THE DARK SIDE OF SCIENCE BREEDS A WEAPON OF WAR; Buglord

Picnic Princess posted:

That movie was filmed in my backyard. I was probably in that same spot at some point. That's my claim to fame.

I'm legit jealous. Beautiful country right there.

# ¿ Apr 26, 2016 19:00

AARP LARPer: Feb 19, 2005; THE DARK SIDE OF SCIENCE BREEDS A WEAPON OF WAR; Buglord

Guys, you just walk up Denali. So easy -- I wore my crocs!

# ¿ May 7, 2016 19:07

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