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Great video. Hydration is a huge one! My challenge is that I'm often hiking in mountain areas with very little water. My entire trip plans have to revolve around access to water in those mountain areas.
Hydration is sooo crucial especially in cold weather. If you feel cold, you dont really feel thirsty, but you still need to hydtrate. Cold air will rip moisture out of you with the quickness
Nice Mowser. I didn't realise the benefit of regular planned stops (I do by geographical goals) to drink with electrolytes added (make my own mix) and snacks will 1) mean performance will improve over "powering on" amd 2) not rob me of next day energy reserves. Add magnesium at the end of day (great for muscle recovery and soreness reduction). Berocca is my beer of choice. When on a track, knowing orientation to north, using an actual compass and stopping completely if "geographically embarassed," and you can often see the track when still! Pack lighter gear so you can pack a small, non-stick pan (no handle) and real home cooked food (frozen, vacuum sealed! So good.
Water only in the hosed hydration pack. With a 3L water bladder, Winter sometimes could use maybe 600ml, Summer heat and before 11am the full 3L is gone. Seen trail markers vanish... with the trees they are on fall down.
I have watched my closest friend get hit by a rotted tree that came through the air and she passed instantly Watch the trees!!!! In BC Canada we have lots I have watched a woman being brought out of a moat months later after summiting Mount Baker. She was glissading down after reaching the top and remained there for months. Please check map carefully as there was a moat shown on that map I have watched people show up without proper clothing and no first aid kid. The list goes on and on because I have hiked and gone on adventures my whole life. No kids not married just phenomenal adventures in the great outdoors. Please play it safe out there as Search and Rescue in Vancouver BC Canada is constantly rescuing people and a lot of them at "not" prepared. Sheila
Talking of food, I remember when I was a hut warder at tongariro NP having a group of 5 overseas trampers turn up with only 1 large container of Nutella & 1 tea spoon between them
I have a fun story that includes sudden weather change, a phone that basically said "fuck this shit" and almost died, plus a trail that switched from red markings to orange ones and then it merged with a trail I didn't know existed which was marked with red markings; I though it was a bit weird that the markings turned red again, but whatever, I'm still on the trail and just across a small gravel road I saw the next red marker so I just trodded along in the heavy rain. Well... turns out the markings didn't change, but due to the downpour, tiredness and fatigue I didn't see the orange markers 20 meters to the left, so... that became a long days walk 😂 I finally realized beyond every shadow of doubt that I had made a wrong turn and cut through the woods to take a shortcut, when my dog started alerting me to some animal (probably a bear) being in the area. We got back on trail, I pitched my tent and angrily hiked out a day early on injured feet; it's one of experiences that was absolutely horrible when it happened, but it's kinda hilarious in hinsight 😂 Anyway, I did that trail again a couple of weeks later just to finish what I started and it went great so I can't wait to get out there again 😊 Thanks for the great advice!
Are you just talking a day hike, or overnight? Here in the Canadian Rockies a swing of 20+ degrees from midday to first light is pretty typical in the snow-free months. It's important to have a few layers in your clothing system and know how to manage them.
“Hydration” is old bad advice that encourages people drinking too much water which creates an electrolyte imbalance. What people need is “electrolyte balance”, not “hydration.” Yeah, you mention electrolytes, but electrolyte balance should be the entire focus. For a more responsible and researched discussion on this topic for hikers, see Gear Skeptic’s videos- the gold standard. Also, as for food, not everybody needs to carb load hundreds of calories from junk food as you recommend. See Phinney and Volek’s research on keto adapted and fat adapted athletes. I’m one of them. I can hike all day without food - I need water and electrolytes. My body has enough calories from fat. I also don’t get hungry. That said, I do eat… mostly fish and nuts, seeds. High fat foods, good fats, and preferably anti inflammatory food. One of the worst foods for general health are ramen noodles and other ultra processed carbs that most hikers take with them. Body fat is the best source of calories when hiking, but that won’t happen if you stuff yourself with junk food. That junk is also bad for teeth, the gut, arteries, etc.
keto cult member riding his high horse...Very few people are keto adapted, so carbs are a requirement. Only a small percentage of endurance athletes are into keto. It only takes a 1/4-1/2 teaspoon of salt etc per liter of water to stay "hydrated" , meaning you need to consume much more water than electrolytes. Electrolyte solution can provide quick results, but salty foods can work fine, if you are eating enough.....If you want to put yourself up ona pedestal thats fine, just find a closet somewhere
I have a rule of thumb that also applies during a normal day. (1) If I need to urinate every fours, I am drinking enough (or maybe it’s the opposite, if I am not urinating every four hours, I am not drinking enough). (2) If I need to urinate every two hours, I am drinking too much. Of course, since these are retrospective rules (when you have broken them, you’re already outside the green zone), they still work as guard rails. And while they might only deal with hydration and not electrolytes, the body regulates its electrolyte level to some degree via its urine production.
@@MrVelvetino according to people to respect the scientific method, research into primary sources and data analysis. Your obviously never watched his videos. They are praised by scientists and physicians for his thoroughness and clarity. Simply watch it and get back to me with any substantive criticisms. Where he’s wrong. He also provides references on every point he makes and spells out the assumptions. If you’ve never heard of Gear Skeptic, then you obviously are new to hiking nutrition and hiking hydration/electrokytes. Gold standard. Hiking food companies have changed their food labels based on him catching their mistakes on nutrient content. He’s that good.
@@aphextwin5712 useless “advice”. You need to look at the color of the urine and dryness of the mouth and what you need depends on how hot it is outside and whether you’ve been sweating all day and the salt content of the food you’ve been eating. Maybe at least do basic research on the topic.
Great video. Hydration is a huge one! My challenge is that I'm often hiking in mountain areas with very little water. My entire trip plans have to revolve around access to water in those mountain areas.
thanks Mowser. About to tackle SW Cape loop
Also loving seeing what I think is the Eldon’s thrown in! I’m excited to watch this video!
Great. Im always a bit dehydrated after my wild camps. Lack of water and sleep
I’ve planned the route and studied maps for the WAT coming up. Agree we need to research more regarding the water and its sources for the walk!
Hydration is sooo crucial especially in cold weather. If you feel cold, you dont really feel thirsty, but you still need to hydtrate. Cold air will rip moisture out of you with the quickness
Nice Mowser. I didn't realise the benefit of regular planned stops (I do by geographical goals) to drink with electrolytes added (make my own mix) and snacks will 1) mean performance will improve over "powering on" amd 2) not rob me of next day energy reserves. Add magnesium at the end of day (great for muscle recovery and soreness reduction). Berocca is my beer of choice. When on a track, knowing orientation to north, using an actual compass and stopping completely if "geographically embarassed," and you can often see the track when still!
Pack lighter gear so you can pack a small, non-stick pan (no handle) and real home cooked food (frozen, vacuum sealed! So good.
Sounds like a great routine, thanks for sharing!
what a great video - even (especially?) for experienced hikers. thanks for sharing!
Very good , wise, and helpful. Tha n k you.
Water only in the hosed hydration pack.
With a 3L water bladder, Winter sometimes could use maybe 600ml, Summer heat and before 11am the full 3L is gone.
Seen trail markers vanish... with the trees they are on fall down.
That jacket sure does rustle
I have watched my closest friend get hit by a rotted tree that came through the air and she passed instantly
Watch the trees!!!! In BC Canada we have lots
I have watched a woman being brought out of a moat months later after summiting Mount Baker. She was glissading down after reaching the top and remained there for months. Please check map carefully as there was a moat shown on that map
I have watched people show up without proper clothing and no first aid kid.
The list goes on and on because I have hiked and gone on adventures my whole life. No kids not married just phenomenal adventures in the great outdoors.
Please play it safe out there as Search and Rescue in Vancouver BC Canada is constantly rescuing people and a lot of them at "not" prepared.
Sheila
Talking of food, I remember when I was a hut warder at tongariro NP having a group of 5 overseas trampers turn up with only 1 large container of Nutella & 1 tea spoon between them
Sounds like a recipe for disaster!
@@mowsertas I know right- every experienced tramper knows you need your own spoon
I have a fun story that includes sudden weather change, a phone that basically said "fuck this shit" and almost died, plus a trail that switched from red markings to orange ones and then it merged with a trail I didn't know existed which was marked with red markings; I though it was a bit weird that the markings turned red again, but whatever, I'm still on the trail and just across a small gravel road I saw the next red marker so I just trodded along in the heavy rain.
Well... turns out the markings didn't change, but due to the downpour, tiredness and fatigue I didn't see the orange markers 20 meters to the left, so... that became a long days walk 😂
I finally realized beyond every shadow of doubt that I had made a wrong turn and cut through the woods to take a shortcut, when my dog started alerting me to some animal (probably a bear) being in the area.
We got back on trail, I pitched my tent and angrily hiked out a day early on injured feet; it's one of experiences that was absolutely horrible when it happened, but it's kinda hilarious in hinsight 😂
Anyway, I did that trail again a couple of weeks later just to finish what I started and it went great so I can't wait to get out there again 😊
Thanks for the great advice!
When im on a longer hike, i pack for a 15c drop in temperature. The Norwegian mointains have VERY fickle weather.
Are you just talking a day hike, or overnight? Here in the Canadian Rockies a swing of 20+ degrees from midday to first light is pretty typical in the snow-free months.
It's important to have a few layers in your clothing system and know how to manage them.
@@niceguy191 I live close to the ocean, so the temperature is pretty stable, except in the mountains. I was talking about multi day hikes.
“Hydration” is old bad advice that encourages people drinking too much water which creates an electrolyte imbalance. What people need is “electrolyte balance”, not “hydration.” Yeah, you mention electrolytes, but electrolyte balance should be the entire focus. For a more responsible and researched discussion on this topic for hikers, see Gear Skeptic’s videos- the gold standard. Also, as for food, not everybody needs to carb load hundreds of calories from junk food as you recommend. See Phinney and Volek’s research on keto adapted and fat adapted athletes. I’m one of them. I can hike all day without food - I need water and electrolytes. My body has enough calories from fat. I also don’t get hungry. That said, I do eat… mostly fish and nuts, seeds. High fat foods, good fats, and preferably anti inflammatory food. One of the worst foods for general health are ramen noodles and other ultra processed carbs that most hikers take with them. Body fat is the best source of calories when hiking, but that won’t happen if you stuff yourself with junk food. That junk is also bad for teeth, the gut, arteries, etc.
keto cult member riding his high horse...Very few people are keto adapted, so carbs are a requirement. Only a small percentage of endurance athletes are into keto. It only takes a 1/4-1/2 teaspoon of salt etc per liter of water to stay "hydrated" , meaning you need to consume much more water than electrolytes. Electrolyte solution can provide quick results, but salty foods can work fine, if you are eating enough.....If you want to put yourself up ona pedestal thats fine, just find a closet somewhere
I have a rule of thumb that also applies during a normal day. (1) If I need to urinate every fours, I am drinking enough (or maybe it’s the opposite, if I am not urinating every four hours, I am not drinking enough). (2) If I need to urinate every two hours, I am drinking too much.
Of course, since these are retrospective rules (when you have broken them, you’re already outside the green zone), they still work as guard rails. And while they might only deal with hydration and not electrolytes, the body regulates its electrolyte level to some degree via its urine production.
Gear Skeptic , gold standard on advice according to who ?
@@MrVelvetino according to people to respect the scientific method, research into primary sources and data analysis. Your obviously never watched his videos. They are praised by scientists and physicians for his thoroughness and clarity. Simply watch it and get back to me with any substantive criticisms. Where he’s wrong. He also provides references on every point he makes and spells out the assumptions. If you’ve never heard of Gear Skeptic, then you obviously are new to hiking nutrition and hiking hydration/electrokytes. Gold standard. Hiking food companies have changed their food labels based on him catching their mistakes on nutrient content. He’s that good.
@@aphextwin5712 useless “advice”. You need to look at the color of the urine and dryness of the mouth and what you need depends on how hot it is outside and whether you’ve been sweating all day and the salt content of the food you’ve been eating. Maybe at least do basic research on the topic.
Too many car analogies are like 20 year old BMW. You think everyone likes it, but it's really just you and other wish you'd just stop.