PEAK HIGH Mountaineering

Packing for a 3 day hike in South Africa

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Navigation tips

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Packing for a day hike in South Africa

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Choosing the right hiking poles

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Sleeping Bags

Admin — Tue, 01 Nov 2022 07:41:54 +0000

Sleeping bags are very important parts of a mountain walker’s equipment. They will be the main source of warmth during the coldest times of day and night. They differ in two main areas, firstly in their shape and secondly in what they are filled with. Regarding shape they are basically either rectangular or a mummy […]

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Hiking Backpacks

Admin — Tue, 01 Nov 2022 07:39:55 +0000

Tips for choosing a hiking backpack Hiking Backpacks Backpacks need to be made of a water resistant fabric, be very durable, comfortable and the correct size for the number of items to be carried. Making sure that the backpack is comfortable and well adjusted is extremely important as, if this is done badly, the whole expedition can […]

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Hiking Tips: Mountain Hazards

Admin — Tue, 01 Nov 2022 07:36:16 +0000

Watch out for the following hazardous conditions in the Drakensberg 1 Bad visibility caused by bad weather (mist, rain, snow) or by darkness is a major hazard in the mountains. This lack of visibility causes other problems to develop. For instance, any lack of visibility can cause walkers to get lost. This in turn causes people to […]

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Hiking Tents

Admin — Mon, 31 Oct 2022 09:42:28 +0000

Tips on choosing a tent for mountain hiking What to look for when selecting a mountain hiking tent Tents come in a large variety of shapes, sizes and prices. When planning a trip, choose the best tent for the type of hiking that is intended. All tents commonly used for mountain walking have a few […]

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