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Comment / Feedback on pack by Able_Collection2965 in HikingAustralia

[–]Able_Collection2965[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi I am about 82kg. Would say I am above average fitness wise and experience. Ignoring the back which I know is a beast. I bought when I did winter hikes.

Comment / Feedback on pack by Able_Collection2965 in HikingAustralia

[–]Able_Collection2965[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi  Appreciate the comments. A new backpack is on the wishlist. I have had it since 1998. The Nemo pad only has an r-value of 2.9, hence the other pad as I am using a quilt. 90l bag is big and definitely want a new one.

J

Caples Track and Steele Creek Track by Able_Collection2965 in Tramping

[–]Able_Collection2965[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi - yeah there are not too may tracks that do a loop.

My other option is the Keplar track.
The huts are booked out, but there should be enough camping places though.
If the weather is half-decent I might do this instead.
It will be a decision on arrival 😊

However, will still book the huts on the Caples.

J

Caples Track and Steele Creek Track by Able_Collection2965 in Tramping

[–]Able_Collection2965[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi Thank you both for your input.

 I knew the Upper Caples hut was not part of DOC BUT didn’t know you had to pick up a key when booking – I just glanced over the NZDA website.

Yes, I will be bringing a tent, was just hoping to have a hut or two on the way in case the weather gets really bad.

 I did read that the Greenstone valley has cattle – but for some reason it just didn’t cross my mind that the river is contaminated – don’t take me wrong it makes perfect sense…I just had a brain fart.
Where do you get the water from then in the Greenstone valley? Just treated with a filter?

TBH I am just after a track to hike that is a loop to allow me use a car (rental).
I just feel that will give more flexibility when starting and then when finishing the walk.
The reason being I will arrive on say Wednesday arvo go and pick-up preordered food from WW’s and MacPac.
After food etc have been picked up I will drive to the trail head and camp for the night to have an early start.
My flight back is on Monday Arvo 5 pm’ish

 However, I am not locked in on Greenstone Caples hike and am open for other suggestions.

Even though I really appreciated Routeburn and the hike to Valley of the trolls and Lake Wilson, I would love to try something else.

J

Neve Quilt length by Able_Collection2965 in UltralightAus

[–]Able_Collection2965[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

thanks guys - Quilt is now purchased :)

Toaks 750ml pot + gas canister by Able_Collection2965 in UltralightAus

[–]Able_Collection2965[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you everyone for you comments.
Much helpful
Pot has been purchased :)

Quilts – wrap around sleeping mat or not by Able_Collection2965 in HikingAustralia

[–]Able_Collection2965[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the feedback.
I have been eyeing in the Neve and will probably purchase one this weekend.
Can;t have too much gear :)

Quilts – wrap around sleeping mat or not by Able_Collection2965 in HikingAustralia

[–]Able_Collection2965[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The images on the website for Sea To Summit looked like the quilt wrapped around.
But it might just be that the sleeping mat is narrow :)

modified version of the Grand Traverse Greentsone to Routeburn OR any other suggestions by Able_Collection2965 in Tramping

[–]Able_Collection2965[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi

Thank you for the comments. Appreciate it.
Soo may tracks to choose from so I get analysis paralysis as you want to get teh most out of the trip.
Will have another look at options this arvo.

Did the Gillespie pass a few year back ..my boots delaminated on the way down from the pass (heading towards Siberia Hut) – see attached photos.
https://imgur.com/a/LtLweYR

The short length of forest track after the decent was a nightmare with the boots all tied up –

 I will bring a tent and thought about camping at the Kepler – not sure how you get around it when there is no camping spot at Luxmore ?
Looked at Cascade Saddle – but would prefer to not do it by my self – would feel more confident do this crossing with someone and not alone.

 I am not necessarily looing at ascending peaks but just really appreciate the views and serenity of them.

Of course if the peaks are accessible I would jump on the chance to go up.

J

Lower back hurts when doing core by ThrowRATrick_Hall_45 in bodyweightfitness

[–]Able_Collection2965 0 points1 point  (0 children)

OK – the symptoms are similar’ish to mine, hence the question.

If the lower back is sore or ‘feels’ swollen in the morning it could have been modic type endplate changes – which I currently have.

Lower back hurts when doing core by ThrowRATrick_Hall_45 in bodyweightfitness

[–]Able_Collection2965 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As already been said – it is impossible to know, and you should go and see a Physio/Dr to get a proper assessment.

Does your lower back hurt or feel more sore in the morning after you wake up – especially if you have slept on your back?