Aside the basic “must-carry” gears described in earlier modules there are a few more “technical” gears which can helpful in…
My primary device for navigation while exploring new regions in the Himalayas is my phone. It stores offline geo-referenced maps…
Another important item in your gear set is your shelter or tent. A tent mainly protects you from the weather…
(Content / Images courtesy blueboltgear.com) A sleeping bag keeps you warm and provides a comfortable sleep (important for recovery) during…
Which size of backpack would you chose for your alpine style journeys? The 60L / 25kg load with comforts on…
No doubt one of the most important gears are your shoes given the challenging terrain and climate of the Himalayas.…
In Chapter 1 we learned about maps for the Himalayas to plan our hiking trails. Chapter 2 covered various ways…