Outdoor clothing

edinburgh b&b · Trainee Steward Joined: 10 Nov 2009 Posts: 31 56 ants

Going hiking in the Spring in Ireland and in the north of Scotland. Don;t want to spend too much so can someone please tell me what essentials I should be purchasing in terms of equipment and clothing. There will be some camping overnight too. Thanks
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robertb · Posted: Sun Dec 06, 2009 3:42 pm Post subject:

It doesn't matter when you travel in Scotland or Ireland, the chances are that it will rain a fair bit, and you may decide to go hiking even if the weather is a bit grim.
On that basis I would recommend a decent waterproof coat & trousers. Visit your local outdoor shop - are you in Edinburgh? There must be lots of good outdoor shops.
I'm a big fan of belay jackets, i.e. insulated jackets that are light and pack small for when it gets chilly.
Also, lightweight quick drying trousers.
I'm guessing you've done a fair bit of hiking. Have you looked in to bothies?
http://www.mountainbothies.org.uk/
Great fun.

Not sure of your camping experience. Are you just car-camping (i.e. next to your car) or walking 10 miles and then camping?

-Rob
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SilviaFitz · Posted: Tue Dec 08, 2009 9:27 pm Post subject:

The classic clothing system is the layering system - a wicking, synthetic, thermal layer close to the skin, an insulating midlayer fleece and a weather-proof outer layer. This is versatile and much used.

Try to go for quick drying synthetic materials on any clothing that can get wet from rain or perspiration - avoid cotton Tshirts and jeans as they will take forever to dry and make you cold in the meantime.

Don't forget to look after your feet - Smartwool socks are excellent, but not cheap and Compeed is great for blisters.

Silvia
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generose · Posted: Wed Jul 28, 2010 2:40 am Post subject:

Pack Light and Pack Smart
Essentials - bug spray and torch light. Bag to keep you wet clothes.
Security - It’s pretty obvious that a tents security won’t deter someone wanting to get in.
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