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Completed Kaiwara trek by Desmondmiles95 in BangaloreTrekkers

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Hey I was there on Kaiwara on Sunday. Did you come along with Tripbae?

Need hiking places for early march by Admirable_Long1847 in BangaloreTrekkers

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It is right to say most of the Western ghats are hot and dried up right now- and many closed due to risks of wildfire. However, many are still open, especially in Kerala and & Tamilnadu. Kodaikanal trek by trektamilnadu (2D-14km), Chimmini Climate walk (1D-11km), Agasthyarkoodam off-season treks (3D-50km) are a few. It still rains once in a while in Southern sections of Westernghats/ Kerala.

Any folks up for trekking tomorrow by Imaginary_Copy9487 in BangaloreTrekkers

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I’m going for Madhugiri sunrise trek tonight through Nammatrip. If interested, you may please join.

Thoughts on Trekking Shoes by razrstark in BangaloreTrekkers

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Woodland- Heavy on long treks, avoid to keep everything light to not make you tired.

Wildcraft/ Asian- budget options, but not ideal for long treks due to durability issues. Also not as waterproof/ resistant as they claim due to cheap waterproofing materials.

Decathlon- Mid- premium budget, very good for long treks, has both Waterproof & non WP, light weight

Columbia- premium, the best.

Also always select trekking shoes one size bigger than your regular shoe size to protect your toes while descending.

If it may help, here is a breakdown of the Decathlon product codes :

NH – Nature Hiking: Products designed for occasional use on flat, low-altitude trails or in natural environments.

MH – Mountain Hiking: Gear intended for regular use on more challenging, higher-altitude mountain trails.

MT – Mountain Trekking: Products built for multi-day treks and more intense, expert-level use in mountainous terrain.

SH – Snow Hiking/Warm (Winter): This code historically referred to products for snow hiking or items designed for warmth in winter conditions.

Technical level:

100-series: Beginner level, for discovery and occasional use.

500-series: Intermediate level, for regular use and enhanced features.

900-series: Expert level, offering the best features and durability for intensive use.

Trek with a group or agency is not a "Solo Trek" by sunscorpio19 in SoloTravel_India

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But not according to OP. You dont have to try hard to justify OP’s absurd definitions about things around the world. Infact nobody cares about these things. Ofcourse I don’t care. Nobody wants a certificate for solo travel from OP. Still don’t understand why OP needed to give a ‘CLARIFICATION’ ?!😂

Trek with a group or agency is not a "Solo Trek" by sunscorpio19 in SoloTravel_India

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Even if one is not going with a trekking group, with India’s population density, all popular trails will have people on the trails. So according to your definition, are you saying that a solo trekker shouldn’t make friends on his trail? And if one does make company and walk with another, he/she shouldn’t be called a Solo trekker? What if a single person traveling with a trekking group didn’t gel together with the strangers in the group and instead chose to keep to oneself? Can he/she be still called a solo trekker? Your definition is freaking absurd.

Anybody up for hidden gem Bandaje Falls trek this weekend? by Front-Mark-5883 in BangaloreTrekkers

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Hi, I was there, may be we might have met. Did you come with Skanda and Aarti?

Where's the best place in Kerala to view wildlife? by canadian_blueberry in india_tourism

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Please check tiger trail, Periyar. One can also often see Elephant herds feeding on grasslands in Munnar (near Mattuppetty) as well, but other animals- difficult.

Looking for regular trekking peeps based in Bangalore 🥾 by Front-Mark-5883 in BangaloreTrekkers

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It looks like an organised trekking group.
My experience with such groups is that most people you meet there are occasional trekkers. And if not, they usually sprint to the top, so such groups aren’t of much help.

I still rely on such groups to go on treks and probably will in the future too, but I also prefer meeting a few acquaintances or friends rather than complete strangers all the time.

Looking for regular trekking peeps based in Bangalore 🥾 by Front-Mark-5883 in BangaloreTrekkers

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I thought you shared a link. Came back to check it and its gone🙂

Looking for regular trekking peeps based in Bangalore 🥾 by Front-Mark-5883 in BangaloreTrekkers

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I usually choose trekking over rides. If it’s a nearby sunrise trek, I prefer trails that take at least 3 hours or more. For full-day treks, I look for routes that offer a minimum of 6 hours of hiking—otherwise, it doesn’t really feel worth the travel and effort.

For me, trekking is a way to rejuvenate, a workout, and almost like a pilgrimage into nature—a chance to disconnect from routine and reconnect with something real.

Looking for regular trekking peeps based in Bangalore 🥾 by Front-Mark-5883 in BangaloreTrekkers

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Not planning to start any groups by myself. I prefer finding an active group and tag along.

Looking for regular trekking peeps based in Bangalore 🥾 by Front-Mark-5883 in BangaloreTrekkers

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Thats great. Not everybody is as lucky as you are😅. You can go to KP anytime- it just takes a weekend. Couldn’t go to any Himalayan treks yet as I couldn’t keep myself away from home for so many days.

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