Hiking necessities vs "nice to haves".

[mlhm5]

Originally Posted by Keifus

If it hasn't been mentioned, Skin Glide. I put this all over my feet and never have blisters. Good shoes and socks can prevent blisters too, but skin glide works great.

Costs far less and just as effective - Gold Bond Friction Defense
Gold Bond Friction Defense Stick Unscented 1 75 oz Each 3 Pack New KMC 751 | eBay

[Keifus]

Originally Posted by mlhm5

Costs far less and just as effective - Gold Bond Friction Defense
Gold Bond Friction Defense Stick Unscented 1 75 oz Each 3 Pack New KMC 751 | eBay

A tube of Skin Glide (or even a stick of Body glide) at sports authority or Dicks is $10...your ebay post says thats $13. But I've heard of that stuff and it's supposed to be good too.

[evensen007]

I've put together most of the stuff that's been covered in the thread; some really good ideas in here. I was at REI and was looking at some of the hiking packs, but they are a little outrageous. Some smaller packs are going for 100 or more. I'll do some looking around and just use my backpack that I have now until I find something with a good price/performance balance.

[mlhm5]

Originally Posted by Keifus

A tube of Skin Glide (or even a stick of Body glide) at sports authority or Dicks is $10...your ebay post says thats $13. But I've heard of that stuff and it's supposed to be good too.

2 for $10.44 free shipping on ebay