- Fantastic Hiking Gear for Long Hikes.
Sometimes when I start on a long hike, I often wonder if I will make the hike in time before dark. That why it’s important to carry HIKING GEAR with you.
Sometimes unexpected events crop up and change our plans. And our HIking Gear changes as per the season.
Your Hiking Gear list for a summer day trip should include this Essential Gear:
1. Map
2. Camping Compass
3. Flashlight / Headlamp
4. Extra Food
5. Extra Clothes
6. Sunglasses
7. First Aid Kit
8. Camping Knife
9. Waterproof Matches
10. Firestarter
11. Water/Filter/Bottle
12. Whistle
13. Insect Repellant
14. Sunburn Preventives
Next consider the other Hiking Gear that will keep you comfortable and Safe: Such as:
BACKPACK - Make sure it is large enough and fits comfortably
HIKING BOOTS – Make sure they fit properly and are the correct boots for the area. It’s a great
to waterproof them.
LAYERED CLOTHES: NO COTTON ! It’s a great idea to wear lightweight thermal underwear top
and bottom
INSULATION: May want a lightweight fleece jacket and vest. We recommend 200-300 weight
SHELL: We recommend a waterproof, windproof highly-breathable jacket or parka and pants.
Other Hiking Gear to consider:
Hiking Socks & Liners (+ extra pair)
Quick-drying hiking shorts (wear over the thermal underwear in cool weather)
Thin fleece gloves (e.g., lightweight Patagonia Synchilla)
Fleece Cap or Balaclava (must cover ears)
Baseball cap (wool, synthetic–cotton ok in warmer weather)
Toilet Paper
FOOD: Take enough for the day & extra for one meal. Don’t skimp.
Extra Hiking Gear – Non Essential
Hiking Staff or Walking Sticks
Bandanna (cotton ok)
Sit pad
Gore-Tex Socks (in damp environs, keeps feet warm & dry)
Gaitors (long for snow or short for scree)
Pack Rain Cover
Pack Towel (1)
Camera & extra film
Parachute Cord (many uses)
Duct Tape (many uses)
Monocular or Binoculars
Reading Glasses
Field Watch
Let HealthyHikerGear provide high quality HIKING GEAR for all your adventures!
