Check list for prep hike

Preparing for a big hike? Here's a list and tips for what I do on my prep hike - or shakedown hike - to make sure my gear and I am ready.
Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
00:19 - What is a Shakedown hike
00:45 - Performance
02:11 - Pre-trail checklist
03:17 - Visual Checks
03:38 - Full Pack and Weight
05:00 - Operational Checks
05:20 - On Trail Checks
06:36 - At Camp Checks
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[@kdboyle7673]

Thank you!

[@robertwilson5575]

Great advice…

[@cpeterson9813]

Older minds often think alike. I think our kids taught us about the advantages of being prepared. 😊

[@DavidonEarth]

For me I think it was the ol' Boy Scout moto: Be Prepared. Perhaps the source of the anxiety I get if I haven't double and triple check everything... all the time... haha

[@tangenttrails]

You nailed it on this one! Three day trip happening next week. Keeping an eye on my new shoes and new tent setup for July. Everything else is dialed in.

[@DavidonEarth]

Thanks, bud!

[@tangenttrails]

@@DavidonEarth You’re welcome!