How to Stay Dry on a Backpacking Trip (+What to do when it goes WRONG)

[@pieonthetrail]

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[@CesarValdez13]

Another great video, Pie. I wish I could have seen a video like this when I was 16 and first getting out wilderness backpacking. These tips a lot of us old head BPers take for granted, often from having learned the hard way. A few other tips I'd add would be: Always check your map and be aware of trail shelters, bridges, overhangs, ruins, abandoned buildings, etc. Anyplace that can shelter you from the wind and rain/snow. This of course also comes with experience with reading maps, so spend some time reading the map of the area you're going to hike through for a temporary bail out point. That way maybe you can find a dry spot to regroup, maybe eat and bundle up, and then plan what to do next or wait out the weather. I keep a small stuff sack made out of breathable fabric for my socks. It only weighs 5g IIRC. This isolates the stink while packed in my backpack, and when I put them in my pocket to dry, it makes it easier and less stinky too. I also throw the wet socks in this sack into my sleeping quilt at night to dry out overnight as well. Even if you're not hungry, force yourself to eat a snack if you're wet and its cold to help your body deal with keeping up its core temp. And eat a snack before bed too to help stay warmer overnight. Hope you are doing well, and happy holidays to you! :)

[@stuartsteele9984]

Don't forget to own a tent with a vent to aid the removal of condensation at the vapor level. A vent is also useful for controlling the tents' internal temperature.

[@littlenicky31]

I think the last thing most people want to do when booked into a hotel after a few days out there is mess about with their kit. But no matter how tired i am i always wash and hang a full change of clothes up and air the rest of my gear. Its even been commented on when i share a room but its a PRIORITY even if im hobbling around in pain..... having a full set of clean dry clothes on trail is bliss.

[@dazbass007]

some great tips there Pie nothing worse than being cold and wet sitting in your tent rains a lot here in the UK atb daz

[@andrea4633]

you can also use any kind of bag as an emergency bivy inside your tent, especially the large trash compactor bags over your feet/knees can make a real difference, empty zip locks as oversocks (between sock and shoe) keep your feet warm and over your hands work as rain mittens or with a bit of cutting to size you can use them under a wet beany to keep your head warm etc etc

[@leo_714]

Don't bother, he never replies anyways

[@HikingWithWhiskers]

Thanks for the tips Pie! I’m Gonna be watching this several times & sharing it with my hiking friends!!! We start the Appalachian Trail February 28, 2022 & this information is invaluable!🥾🥾⛺️

[@hamishdb]

Hey Pie - a really good video this with some really frank and valuable reminders / tips :). Look forward to more about Iceland - loved my trip there, even without any hiking!

[@vmorenojr]

Great content! Thanks for the tips!

[@jeffreyrule8143]

Thanks for the helpful hints. Happy holidays.

[@jchambers1191]

Came to your channel after watching your vid with Dan Becker. Excellent information here! Sub'd.

[@PMarsh14]

Great video, looking forward to more content

[@waxler2]

NikWax Tech Wash & Tx Direct Renewal of DWR finish every year or two on outer gear will help prevent wetting out.

[@nalonabrato8900]

Thank you for the invaluable information.

[@walkmanhike]

Great tips thank you 🙏

[@peterjohnson6273]

All well said. Reality speaking, not marketing.

[@pieonthetrail]

Cheers Peter

[@tysonbrown249]

Great tips!

[@rebeccaedwards8262]

Amazing Video

[@Truth-Seeker75]

Would a UL bivy resolve any condensation issues regardless of climate?

[@LordQuiche]

Good vid thanks 🖖

[@_Roasted_Marshmallow]

When you going for that triple crown???

[@pieonthetrail]

goooood question