Clothing designed for everyday use often has some key differences when compared to clothing specialized for sports, physical activity, or outdoor expeditions. Therefore, it is important to have some basic notions on the subject, to assertively decide what type of clothing is the most appropriate according to the activity that is going to be carried out.
Although sometimes this topic goes unnoticed, the reality is that a piece of clothing can make a difference when trekking or climbing volcanoes. The correct shoes, an appropriate shirt or pants that fit your needs, can define your safety, functionality, comfort and in turn allow your mind to focus on the activity you are doing without any distractions.
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How to choose clothes for an adventure trip?
To choose the right clothing, you must follow some recommendations depending on the garment you are going to use in your mountaineering, hiking, trekking or backpacking activity:
– Footwear: the main property that your footwear must have is the ability to adapt to the type of terrain and climate to which it will be exposed. For this reason, we always recommend going with a professional and carrying out a preliminary investigation of the surface on which the activity is to be carried out. However, in general terms, the shoes should be light, comfortable and have a non-slip sole for better grip on unstable terrain. In addition, it is recommended that they fit precisely to the foot, to provide the required stability and avoid accidents.
– T-shirts: It is recommended that t-shirts are comfortable and the material is breathable and quick-drying. This facilitates mobility and adequate adaptability to weather conditions.
– Pants: Pants should facilitate mobility, they should also be lightweight, abrasion resistant, breathable, and quick-drying. Depending on the type of climate, it is recommended that a term supplement be taken into account.
– Jackets: it is important that the jackets are waterproof and it is recommended that they have a hood, to guarantee greater protection in the rain and cold. Furthermore, to avoid sweat condensation, it is essential that the jacket is also breathable.
As an extra, in many cases good pockets in the jacket are usually very practical to deposit objects within easy reach and avoid pausing to open or close the backpack.
– Hats: Protecting yourself from the sun is very important, so using a cap or hat that is light and flexible is a practical and infallible option. In case exposure to cold is constant, the use of a hat is recommended.
– Gloves: it is possible that in some of your activities you need protection for your hands. Therefore, ask what kind of gloves you will need on your expedition and get them before leaving for your expedition.
– Glasses: taking care of vision is essential. So carrying sunglasses with UV protection is of the utmost importance. In specialized clothing stores you can find several options that fit every need.
What should you wear on an outdoor adventure?
Since there is greater clarity about what are the basic garments that you will need for your next adventure, it is time to put what you have learned into practice and make a list of what you need. Remember that you can contact your agency or guide to specify the necessary equipment and clothing. That, by far, is the best way to properly prepare and embark on your next adventure.
At Tolhuin Expeditions we want to be an ally so that your remote expeditions are totally successful. Therefore, if you are looking for adventure and want to explore amazing places to connect with nature and visit Chilean landscapes that will take your breath away, don’t think twice and contact us.
We have unique expeditions in Atacama, Patagonia, Altiplano and Bolivia, created for sports excursions and trips to the mountains oriented to knowledge and care for the environment. Choose your next adventure!
