Hiking is a strenuous activity which makes your body rapidly burn calories and loose fluids. Therefore, it is very important that you bring a sufficient amount of water and food on every proper hiking trip. In the articles below we discuss hydration and nutrition and provide answers to questions such as how much food or water to bring on a hiking trip. Furthermore, we also discuss hydration equipment.
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Hydration bladders are convenient because they enable you to easily drink on the go. However, when it comes to cleaning them, few things are more annoying. It is not easy to get a hydration bladder look like new again. Now, you might ask why does a hydration bladder even need cleaning? You only put clean…
Hiking is a strenuous activity which makes our body rapidly lose fluids and thus sufficient hydration during a hike (as well as before and after) is very important. Failing to provide your body with enough water results in decreased physical and mental performance and can in the most severe cases cause delirium, unconsciousness and death….
Since their introduction in the early 90’s, hydration bladders (also referred to as hydration reservoirs and hydration systems) have become increasingly popular among hikers, trekkers, mountaineers and other outdoor enthusiasts. This is mainly due to the fact that they, unlike water bottles, allow easy access to water and you have your hands free when drinking….
On an easy day hike, you can bring just about any kind and amount of food you wish, whether it is merely a light snack or a 4-course picnic because you will probably have plenty of space in your backpack. However, multi-day hikes require some nutritional planning and preparation, because it is often not possible…
