Hey guys,
Last year I was in the USA and travelled around the great state of California (Wooohoooo!) One of my stops was in Yosemite National Park.
This was one of the most SPECTACULAR locations, not just for hiking and backpacking, but just to visit in general. I have seen some amazing places and a number of beautiful national park... living in Australia we have plenty of those. But Yosemite had a feel to it that I have never experienced before.
The cliff faces that just went straight up. Straight up into the heavens, it seemed like. I tried to take photos but the camera lense just wasnt big enough! Dont you hate that? When your camera just doesnt capture the moment. You have to be there to see the surroundings, feel the grandure of the mountains, hear the sound of the water falls, smell the crisp fresh air, and taste the antisipation as you hike to the top of a mountain. Well you dont have to go to the top of a mountain, there are plenty of flat trails. And once you get to the top, you just sit there and take it all in.
This is one loaction I recommend every hiker, walker, backpacker, mountain climber or anybody else who enjoys nature should experience once in their life.
Happy Backpacking,
Tomasz
Learn About More Destinations All Around The World here.: "A Beginners Guide To Backpacking"
Thursday, December 14, 2006
Wednesday, December 13, 2006
What Every Serious Backpacker Must Know About Picking The Right Hiking Boots!
Here are a few essential tips for finding the right boots for you:
1 - Look for shoes at the end of the day after you've done some walking so that the shoes fit your foot correctly. After a day of walking your foot changes its shape. Next...
2 - Get a thick pair of walking socks and wear them when you try on some shoes. This is what you will be wearing on the hike for comfort. So wear them when you are buying the shoes. And remember to...
3 - Try a wide range of brands and sizes. Your usual size may vary depending on the brand, so experiment with a couple varieties. The idea is to...
4 - Get shoes that are a SLIGHT loose fit so that your foot has room to move. NOTE that we dont want loose shoes, just not overly tight ones. And...
5 - If you're going on a light hike or walk, choose a light and flexible shoe. These are more comfy than heavy ones. For the boot itself..
6 - The top part should have as few seams as possible. This will reduce the likleyhood of water seeping thru. This means that, less seams means more water resistance. And thats a good thing!
7- If you are going on a long and rugged hike, the shoes should be more sturdy, tough and durable. On the other hand, if you expect to go a light hike, then a more flexible yet sturdy boot is more appropriate. And finally...
8 - For increased tracking, get deeper treads on the shoes. Treads are the grove in the rubber of the under side or sole of the shoe.
All the best in finding that perfect shoe!
Tomasz
PS Your boots may not be very comfy at first. They may be a bit stiff and some even have a metal shank in the sole. But as you wear them in, you will feel like you're walking on clouds...ahhhh
PPS For a comprehensive step by step experience of buying your PERFECT hiking shoe, check out: Our E-Book Today: "A Beginners Guide To Backpacking"
For a FREE Online Backpacking Course: http://www.secretsofbackpacking.com/Backpacking_Basics/index.php
1 - Look for shoes at the end of the day after you've done some walking so that the shoes fit your foot correctly. After a day of walking your foot changes its shape. Next...
2 - Get a thick pair of walking socks and wear them when you try on some shoes. This is what you will be wearing on the hike for comfort. So wear them when you are buying the shoes. And remember to...
3 - Try a wide range of brands and sizes. Your usual size may vary depending on the brand, so experiment with a couple varieties. The idea is to...
4 - Get shoes that are a SLIGHT loose fit so that your foot has room to move. NOTE that we dont want loose shoes, just not overly tight ones. And...
5 - If you're going on a light hike or walk, choose a light and flexible shoe. These are more comfy than heavy ones. For the boot itself..
6 - The top part should have as few seams as possible. This will reduce the likleyhood of water seeping thru. This means that, less seams means more water resistance. And thats a good thing!
7- If you are going on a long and rugged hike, the shoes should be more sturdy, tough and durable. On the other hand, if you expect to go a light hike, then a more flexible yet sturdy boot is more appropriate. And finally...
8 - For increased tracking, get deeper treads on the shoes. Treads are the grove in the rubber of the under side or sole of the shoe.
All the best in finding that perfect shoe!
Tomasz
PS Your boots may not be very comfy at first. They may be a bit stiff and some even have a metal shank in the sole. But as you wear them in, you will feel like you're walking on clouds...ahhhh
PPS For a comprehensive step by step experience of buying your PERFECT hiking shoe, check out: Our E-Book Today: "A Beginners Guide To Backpacking"
For a FREE Online Backpacking Course: http://www.secretsofbackpacking.com/Backpacking_Basics/index.php
Monday, December 11, 2006
Much More Backpacking Tips And Hints To Come!
Stay tune boys and girls, theres more coming in soon...
Friday, December 08, 2006
Let Get Started Backpacking!
New And Experienced Backpackers: Welcome!
We at Secrets Of Backpacking have begun this blog for two reasons.
Firstly, to give YOU the knowledge, equipment and guidance needed to go on the backpacking trip of a lifetime! Make no mistake about it, this site is dedicated first and formost to YOU, the person who wants to learn about this amazing hobby and sport.
We provide a simple, easy to follow, straight down the line account of what this whole backpacking thing is all about. There will be posts on everything from recipes, to equipment, to locations and news updates which impact you. We want to make it as smooth and pleasant as possible for you to start and continue with this hobby of a lifetime.
Secondly, we hope to show and tell you how our e-book "A Beginners Guide To Backpacking" is chocka block full of ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING you need to realize your backpacking dreams....guaranteed!. We will guide you step by step through preparing for a backpacking or hiking trip, it takes you by the hand and shows you how to have a fun, safe backpacking trips, it prepares you for any possible situation that may arise while you are out backpacking - and all of this is guaranteed!
Here it is again: A Beginners Guide To Backpacking
And now read on for some more value content...
Take Care and Safe Trips,
Tom
We at Secrets Of Backpacking have begun this blog for two reasons.
Firstly, to give YOU the knowledge, equipment and guidance needed to go on the backpacking trip of a lifetime! Make no mistake about it, this site is dedicated first and formost to YOU, the person who wants to learn about this amazing hobby and sport.
We provide a simple, easy to follow, straight down the line account of what this whole backpacking thing is all about. There will be posts on everything from recipes, to equipment, to locations and news updates which impact you. We want to make it as smooth and pleasant as possible for you to start and continue with this hobby of a lifetime.
Secondly, we hope to show and tell you how our e-book "A Beginners Guide To Backpacking" is chocka block full of ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING you need to realize your backpacking dreams....guaranteed!. We will guide you step by step through preparing for a backpacking or hiking trip, it takes you by the hand and shows you how to have a fun, safe backpacking trips, it prepares you for any possible situation that may arise while you are out backpacking - and all of this is guaranteed!
Here it is again: A Beginners Guide To Backpacking
And now read on for some more value content...
Take Care and Safe Trips,
Tom
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