10 Myths About Winter Treks Busted! | Misconceptions | Indiahikes | Trekking Tips

[@ajayshinz8427]

5:10 can totally relate 😂. I am from mountains myself, my house is almost at 3000 meters, yet I never say I am use to cold, I don't need many warm layers, yet I see many trekkers usually from Delhi ( please don't get offended 😅) literally come in shorts n later they regret 😂

[@sushantkhare8467]

Thanks for making such informative content. The effort is much appreciated. Shows your professionalism

[@husanera8396]

Thanks for the info...pretty useful for beginners..by the way ..good to see the trio together :)

[@filiporoque4997]

Namaste ! all I have to say today is that I am a proud owner of a "Check-list" for different Treks "but" I still do some silly mistakes (human nature), before I go on a "Hike/Trek" I still see a lots of "Vlogs" of people who leaves behind a lots of suggestions like eg India Hikes and take down notes, it gives me an insight what to expect, train yourself be prepared for the worst and don´t complain later, Danke

[@annathakur1120]

Thank you for this informative video. You people always ROCK.

[@KhushbooKumari-xr4vp]

Super cool video. Thanks!

[@pujajain3604]

This channel gives me so much positivity :)

[@suneetsalvi1200]

You guys are doing great service for the trekkers and trekking fraternity. 🙏

[@anushghorude5573]

Can I wear any sunglasses or it should be any particular one? Can you please link it here❤️

[@sarb4297]

At night, as the temp falls much below subzero during Jan/Feb, the nights are definitely more painfully challenging than other months.

[@ToursMusicComedy]

one more myth I found is, many people say that in winter we feel much more energetic than in hot summer, so "ठंड में तो stamina रहेता ही है, ट्रेक आराम से हो जायेगा" and they neglect fitness Preparation...

[@anudeep5757]

BIG DOUBT-- I already have spectacles, how to wear sunglasses? Note-I have so much sight, if I remove specs I can't see clearly.

[@AwaraBackpacker]

You can wear the Sunglasses over your Specs. Otherwise, you can also get Custom-made Sunglasses that have sight.

[@Tanmay.s689]

there are clippons available which attach to your spectacles nicely and they work really well!

[@anudeep5757]

@@Tanmay.s689 thankyou

[@anudeep5757]

@@AwaraBackpacker thankyou

[@Tanmay.s689]

@@anudeep5757 these clippons are available at decathlon online store :) which trek you planning for this winter?

[@satinderpalsidhu0p]

Impressive and important work. Please can u people suggest 2-3 pair of good quality waterproof shoes from decathlon? My budget is 2500-3500

[@Indiahikes]

Check out Quechua MH100 Trekking Shoes. I would ask you to read our detailed article on trekking shoes options here indiahikes.com/choosing-trekking-shoes/#gref

[@satinderpalsidhu0p]

Thanks for your amazing work ❤️

[@BatasariTravelTales]

Good one. This helps me for upcoming Kedarkantha 👍🏽

[@omigupta591]

I am also going on new year summit batch which starts at 29th

[@BatasariTravelTales]

@@omigupta591 Awesome. I have completed on 9th December. Trust me, it was out of world experience. 😇

[@arpitaramachandrahegde2472]

I have spectacles. I thrifted cooling glasses from one of my friend. Do I need to buy powered sunglasses? My power is less, e.g. 1.5, & 1.75 but I cant see things far away ..so to enjoy is powered sunglasses necessary?

[@GuyWithYogaMat]

This is really informative & useful! Thanks!

[@pawanyadav5377]

sir i want to go shrikhand kailash this time and i have unistar jungle boots . kya ye thik rhege y koi dusra shoes khreedne pdenge

[@apurbahaldar2394]

I want to do Trek with your company in January 1st week.How I contact you???

[@sanjaymistry4358]

Very informative... Keep it up...

[@treasurebees8273]

What to do when one is wearing specs...that person cant wear any sunglass...@Indiahikes

[@sumitphysics3407]

Is it possible to do Kareri Lake trek in the last two days of December and starting of January?????

[@sidharthjain8534]

Yes Sumit it is possible

[@utsavgupta09]

I have a problem . In higher altitude like I am on flight or i am going Darjeeling my ear was paining badly . But I want to go on winter Trek at kadarkanta please help me out.

[@yogitaankalikar9465]

Hello Indiahikes for a winter treks in Himalayas which month is best to get the snow and also with a less colder temperatures comparatively

[@ajaych2549]

Will the last week of december be enough rewarding for the trek and any suggestions fot that period

[@Indiahikes]

Hi Ajay, it depends on what you are looking for from this trek during that time. If you are looking for snow then we would suggest you to delay it by few days and book in second week of January.

[@thotasrihari]

Thank you very much

[@yashkarnavats]

Have childhood Asthma.. Can I do the winter trek... Say Dayara Bugyal in Jan end or Feb?

[@Indiahikes]

Hi Yash, it's best you read this entire article thoroughly before making a decision to do a trek - indiahikes.com/high-altitude-trekking-asthma/

[@technick3388]

I have sinusitis problem. Can I go for bramhatal trek.its my first trek ever

[@spoorthyk8687]

Thank you very much for the information. I am going to Brahmatal in Dec. Is Down jacket an absolute necessary or is their any budget friendly alternative ?

[@roopar1549]

Hi Spoorthy Yes a down jacket is definitely warm. But I would recommend you carry a padded jacket. They tend to be cheaper. Along with the padded jacket, take 2 layers of fleece - they keep you super warm and are light too!

[@pranjalprakash5431]

​@@roopar1549what resources to use to keep your gadgets charged up? For like 5-6 days?

[@miraclesbysheetal4651]

Hi I have right side spondylitis Is it ok to travel Plz plz rply

[@punitharamakrishnan4000]

do i need to worried abt AMS on d way to Kedarkantha summit?

[@Indiahikes]

Hi Punitha, All high altitude treks (climbing above ~9,000 ft) pose the risk of AMS but there ways you can reduce your chances of getting altitude sickness. You can get to know about it here: indiahikes.com/prevent-altitude-sickness

[@yogitaankalikar9465]

Hello Indiahikes I'm interested in doing winter trek in future..but I'm afraid of thunder cold..but today suddenly it strike me that you also can suggest to your clients that we can use hair dryer that works on battery in tents when it's unbearably cold and just take some hot dry air on our body through the opening of our t- shirt, pants to get some relief from severe cold . Did you find my suggestion useful....please reply me whatever you thought about my suggestion. And I'm definitely interested in doing winter trek with Indiahikes in future...

[@Indiahikes]

Hi Yogita, while the thought sounds inviting, weight and volume are two big things that worry trekkers. Carrying a hair dryer is excess weight and volume is a bag, and its unnecessary. If you're layered up well enough, you'll be able to tackle any kind of cold, including the -20 and -22 degrees on the Chadar trek. It just needs wise layering

[@yogitaankalikar9465]

@@Indiahikes ohh that's also the point..I just thought if this could work ... so better not to think of this suggestion..thank you for your reply !!!!

[@pulkitsinghal9151]

What about if i take a good warm leather jacket on snow trek??

[@Indiahikes]

Use a padded jacket Pulkit. Leather jacket is not meant for trekking. Your external jacket forms an essential layer to keep you warm on any Himalayan trek, especially on winter or high-altitude treks where temperatures fall to -5° and lower. For this, padded jackets are the best

[@luckypandey4629]

I have a problem of sinus, can I go for winter trek?

[@Indiahikes]

It depends on how bad your sinus gets and what triggers it. We would recommend you to check with your doctor before you come on trek. Generally, our trekkers with sinus problems trek fine. You just need to layer up and carry your medication with you :)

[@yashmandlecha]

Thanks a lot!!

[@yogitaankalikar9465]

Hello Indiahikes..I'm 50 years of age and I want to do my First winter trek..but I'm very much worried about the cold temperatures during winter so which trek should I choose and in which months so that comparatively the temperatures are less colder ..

[@Indiahikes]

We would suggest you to trek during the beginning of the December months, both the temperature and snow will be less which makes trekking easy.

[@yogitaankalikar9465]

@@Indiahikes okay thank you for the suggestion Indiahikes.

[@TechnicalGyan81]

does glucon-d or such things help during trek?

[@Indiahikes]

It does help when you're feeling weak. But it's not completely necessary. Avoid packaging as much as possible. Simply squeezing some lemon into your drinking water will also work wonders!

[@Sairama1926]

Another myth: You don't need to drink water in a winter trek!

[@roopar1549]

Very true Ramana! We must hydrate regularly no matter the weather. On a high altitude trek, you will sweat and lose water. With every breathe you are letting out water content from the body. So it is imperative to hydrate on a trek.

[@kamleshvazirani9535]

I am 52 years - can I take KedarKantha trek during coming month of Mar-2022 - This will be my first trek.

[@Indiahikes]

Yes you can do the Kedarkantha trek, Please be consistent with your fitness routine. To know more about the fitness routine please refer to the link indiahikes.com/kedarkantha-trek/#fitness-required

[@muhammedshafi3492]

Which is the best winter trek in February

[@Indiahikes]

There are only a handful of treks that are accessible in February. I would recommend Brahmatal or Dayara Bugyal. Check out our winter treks list here: indiahikes.com/upcoming-treks/

[@Indiahikes]

There are only a handful of treks that are accessible in February. I would recommend Brahmatal or Dayara Bugyal. Check out our winter treks list here: indiahikes.com/upcoming-treks/

[@navagatpsharma]

Whenever you guys speak of layering; only the upper half of the body is spoken of. Don’t we need to layer the lower half of the body ?

[@Tanmay.s689]

we do need to layer up lower half but not too tightly as it can make trekking harder, i usually take 2 layers for the lower body 1st a fleece base layer, a really lightweight and soft one and the top layer which is wind and snow proof, after trekking for a while it usually gets warmer in the legs but make sure to use proper woolen socks and insulated shoes, you'll be just fine :D

[@waveszoom11]

Improve audio. It’s very low...

[@nusratparvez8438]

क्या बात है,

[@kapilr9657]

👌👌👌🙏

[@kamzsingh]

😇👍👍👍👍

[@prashs5609]

Can I bring my Dog to the trek

[@Indiahikes]

Hi Prash, We don’t have pets on our treks, however you will find local dogs accompanying you on the trail. The temperatures are really harsh and most city dogs would find it very hard to withstand. Besides, the local shepherd dogs are not very welcoming to other animals. If you like going on short hikes, we have put together a list of pet friendly trails that you can take your dog on - indiahikes.com/dog-friendly-hiking-guide

[@prashs5609]

@@Indiahikes great info, I've been on a few hikes with my dog.. And he is a Rottweiler, so he's generally ok with the cold weather. But I'll surely check out this link you shared in details. Many thanks!!

[@deveshagra27]

Ladkiya hamesha attitude muh pe makeup ki tarah fit kr k baat karti he 😁

[@shachi20cancer]

What’s the best way to keep hands from freezing? It’s so disabling!

[@Indiahikes]

You can wear waterproof/synthetic gloves to keep your hands warm and also try wearing the gloves before 4 pm before the temperature drops down