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Type	On...	Excerpt	Status	Date
Edit	Post #40447	Initial revision	—	about 4 years ago
Question	—	How to prevent sweat washing off insect repellent? I just went on a 2 hour hike and was seriously annoyed by many insects that tried to get a bite of me. Through years of experimentation on hikes, I have so far arrived at using a 75% DEET solution that I liberally deposit over myself. While very effective after application, I find that the effect on... (more)	—	almost 9 years ago
Answer	—	A: How to pick a trekking/hiking shoelaces? I find that the best shoelaces are the wide, flat and fairly soft ones - no special plastic coating, just canvas. They stay together the best and can take a lot of punishment. Accidental strong knots are also easier to undo, since it is easier to get a finger behind an edge due to its flatness. The ... (more)	—	over 10 years ago
Answer	—	A: Flashlight or headlamp for night hiking? I tried out both options when I started night hiking and can share the following observations: Flashlights are generally more powerful and directional - you can point a beam of light much further away; useful if you are trying to see further around you, for example to determine where each fork in t... (more)	—	over 10 years ago
Question	—	Does a cotton lined sleeping bag make sense? I have always been under the impression that cotton is the enemy of a hiker - it absorbs moisture and just becomes a horrible wet casing around you, transferring away all the heat. I was therefore quite surprised to find that a new sleeping bag I had purchased actually has cotton lining. Is this not... (more)	—	over 10 years ago
Question	—	How to stay clean on a multi-day hike? I love hiking but there is a serious problem - I find it disgusting to be sweaty or dirty. I am literally unable to function properly if I do not get a thorough and warm shower every morning. This places me in a difficult position, as I do not want to give up long hikes but the discomfort is really ... (more)	—	about 12 years ago