Things You Should Carry for Trekking: The Essentials
Last Updated on March 9, 2022 by
Are you guys thinking of the things needed for trekking? If yes, then the most important thing you should carry for trekking is COURAGE. And the real courage is to go to the top of the mountain and shout as loud as you can. And yes, of course, to wave and post that tri-color flag.
Besides, once you do it, it will be the best feeling you can experience. Additionally, watching that scenic red sky will make you feel like you are in heaven. We know we are overselling it but trust us! Nothing can be more beautiful than this.
On top of it, listening to songs and making reels on Prateek Kuhad’s song ‘Kho Gaye hum Kaha Rangon sa ye Jahan’ (P.S- just a suggestion 😉 is unbeatable. So, if you are already planning a trek, you should keep in mind the things you should carry for trekking. And if you are not planning the one, do it as soon as possible because you are skipping out a lot.
Okay, enough of the admiration of trekking. Now let us jump to the main point, and that is what are all the necessary stuff you should carry while trekking.
THINGS YOU SHOULD CARRY FOR TREKKING: The Essentials
So, the trekking essentials list includes the following. Let us have a look.
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Hiking backpack
Now believe us! The feel of hiking starts from the backpack only.
Backpack carry all our necessary stuff like food, water, extra layering of clothing, energy drink, etc. But do remember not to make it too heavy to handle, as it would become a hurdle while you are trekking.
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Weather-appropriate clothing
If it is summer or rainy climate – one or two layers of clothing are enough. However, if it is freaking cold out there, please take with you at least 5-6 layers of clothing.
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Hiking boots or shoes
Hiking boots surely will give you an advantage over slippery surfaces, but if it is an easy-peasy trek, then your sports shoes will also work.
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Plenty of food
When we imagine food with friends, and family one thing is common the food item which claims to be made in just two minutes but never made in two minutes, yes you guessed it right! It is none other than our Maggi. So, take it along with you, and you will not regret it.
Also, carry bread, jam, chips, cookies, fruits, and of course, home-cooked food that can do wonders.
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water bottle
We do not need to highlight the fact that there is no substitute for water. Water is a priority when you are trekking. Therefore, it is not at all an option but a compulsion to take water with you.
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Navigation tools such as a map and compass
Although we all have our phones, we all know that we cannot rely on networks, especially in mountain regions. So, for the sake of emergency, carry a map and compass.
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First-aid kit
A first aid kit is as significant as any other thing. Thus, carry all types of pain relievers and antiseptic lotion just in case you need it.
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Knife or multi-tool
Knife not to kill someone but to have some delicious fruits in your journey. Also, these multi-tools can help you in unexpected ways throughout your journey. Hence make sure you are taking it.
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Energy bar, Dry fruits, toffies
As the advertisement claim that “energy bar works wonders during trekking.” It makes you feel good and energetic. And the same goes for dry fruits and toffies.
Munching them keeps your energy level optimum, as when you are trekking, you tend to lose energy much faster than you anticipate.
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Walking pole
Similar to trekking shoes, a walking pole helps you to have a firm grip on slippery surfaces and provides you stability. But this can be optional also.
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Energy drink
Drinks like glucose, red bull, or juices help you fight tiredness and boost your energy. So yes, they are essential.
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Torch
Carry the torch in your backpack. It will help you while coming back from your day hike, for just in case you got late or it gets dark, the torch is there to save you.
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Smartwatch or fitness tracker
It is good to watch how much you burned those calories or how much distance you have covered. Hence smartwatches boost your motivation and provide live feedback.
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Sunglasses
We know you can forget your food, camera, but the first thing you will put in your backpack is sunglasses. You can always and always depend on sunglasses. Plus, they help you to beat the sun rays too.
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Power bank
We need not mention why it is necessary but remember to carry it. Whether you take anything else or not but do take this. And yeah! A bit of advice that solar power banks are the best.
Wrapping it up
Do you know the best thing about trekking?
The best views come after the hardest climb. Therefore, you have to earn that view on your own and let us tell you one thing: It is all worth it. All your tiredness will make a swoosh once you reach that viewpoint.
Okay! Now you know the things required for trekking so, do not forget to share your trekking experience with us. And for more advice, feel free to knock on the doors of styl-inc to find solutions to all your problems.
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Signing off
Staying fashionable
Divya Jain
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