Whether we like it or not the summer will arrive and we will be experiencing much hotter weather than we have done up until recently. There will always be a change in temperature and we will experience some extreme Weather conditions in the way of hot sun and dry weather. This can be excellent for hiking because visibility is great and we can claim without worrying about rain or fog. The only issue with this is if we find ourselves overheating or dehydrated of course. So here are some ideas on how you can stay cool while hiking in the summer this year and enjoy your hiking experience to the absolute max.
Clothing
The clothes that you wear whilst your hiking can make a big difference to how you feel, making sure that you are wearing clothing that is wicked in and help you with any post Curacion, such as Curves N Combatboots, and that your clothing isn’t too heavy or dark-colored since this attracts the Sun and can help you overheat or burn. It’s essential to make sure that any pieces of clothing that don’t quite cover your skin, is substituted for sun-cream as well, as the UV rays can be quite damaging to your skin. So ensuring that you have Light and comfortable clothing, and you are careful with your choices, means you should avoid any discomfort in the long run. This also extends to hats, since protecting your head from sunburn and sunstroke is essential.
Hydration
Staying hydrated is the key to enjoy on a hike during the summer. There are plenty of different gadgets you can buy that will help you overcome this potential hazard and even backpacks that you can fill up with water and drink as you walk. This reduces the amount of messing around and can save you a lot of time whilst hydrating you. It’s good to take some juicy fruit with you as well such as oranges as they will help with your vitamin levels to. Making sure that you are prepared is the number one priority, so carry on everything you need with you is a great idea.
Route
The route you take when you go hike in during the summer can essentially make or break the walk. You can find yourself in open fields with the Sun beating down, or in shaded areas that can feel much more comfortable to you. Checking out the area if you don’t know it well, asking local people for some advice, and ensuring that you are doing everything you can to provide yourselves and your height can friends with a good route to start with, will save you having any regrets when you are overheating in an exposed area. Sometimes following a river or canal path can help you find a decent route, and at the very least you can splash in the water to cool down if safe to do so. Many people find this is a good way to enjoy a hike.
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