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In backpacking, bringing too much stuff (especially the wrong kind of stuff) is a beginner mistake. If he hadn't brought 3 pounds for the large knife and machet
by singron 4y ago
In backpacking, bringing too much stuff (especially the wrong kind of stuff) is a beginner mistake. If he hadn't brought 3 pounds for the large knife and machete and made similar reduction in equipment elsewhere, he would have exerted himself less.
Also, an experienced hiker knows that if you drink half your water but you aren't yet halfway done the trail, you should turn around and go back. You can estimate this based on elapsed time if necessary.
- marymkearney 4y agoYes, this. Also, if you're out of water, hike in the dark, not in the sun. Oh wait ... no headlamp? Never go anywhere without a headlamp. Not even to the store. After a few mishaps I'm a bit OCD about my headlamp.
- bilekas 4y agoWhat if I'm going to the store to buy my headlamp though ?
- roxgib 4y agoHe probably believed he was halfway through or more, but he was on the wrong trail.