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Hiking essentials
A good long walk in the great outdoors is a must for any camping adventure – but make sure you’ve got the right gear. From outdoor clothing to water bottles, walking sticks to GPS systems, you’ll find it all at Argos.
Wrap up warm
The weather can be hard to predict, so make sure you’ve got the right clothing with you before setting out. Kit yourself out with waterproof clothing, fleeces, walking trousers, and don’t forget hats and gloves. Waterproof boots and hiking socks are a must too. Even in good weather, the elements can change rapidly so always carry warm clothing in rucksacks just in case.
Walking poles
The latest walking poles are extendable and have shock-absorbing mechanisms for serious hikers. You can make your poles longer when you’re walking downhill and shorter for uphill climbs – helping you to maintain a straight, upright posture wherever you are. Look out for traditional walking sticks too.
Water bottles and flasks
Staying hydrated is really important, look out for non-drip caps and Thermos flasks, cups and bottles – specially designed to keep cold drinks cold and hot drinks hot.
GPS
GPS systems give you your exact position, help you plan your route and find your way.
How to get the best from your GPS
- Make sure your signal isn’t blocked by large buildings, trees or other obstacles
- Protect the GPS device from damage
- Always take spare batteries with you
Plotting a route
Some GPS systems let you plot way-points as you go along, helping you to back track if you need to. Look out for extra maps covering national parks – they come on SD cards that you can load onto your GPS.
