What to pack in your TREKKING backpack
28 August 2023 · 9 min · 220 views
What this video covers
A solo hiker prepares for a 120-kilometer trek along the Alta Via del Sale, spanning from Limone Piemonte to Ventimiglia.0:07 The four-day route reaches altitudes between 2,000 and 2,200 meters, requiring the hiker to carry gear for total autonomy while sleeping in a tent and relying on mountain refuges solely for water resupply.0:23 The planned daily distance is 30 to 35 kilometers.0:39 Technical equipment includes a 40-liter backpack, a two-person tent, a sleeping bag rated to -5°C, CMP hiking shoes, and a Decathlon cooking set.1:39 Clothing selections prioritize layering for high-altitude temperature drops, featuring thermal base layers, a down jacket, and technical socks.4:01 Personal hygiene and safety supplies include blister care, biodegradable soap, and trash bags.5:08 Technology for the trip consists of a Garmin 735 XT watch, a heart rate monitor, and an Insta360 camera system with a lavalier microphone.6:54 The hiker has submitted a request to the park authority for drone flight authorization but awaits a formal response before proceeding with aerial filming.8:04
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