Packing for a long-distance trail

March 2013

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March 2013

You’ve got more chance of completing Te Araroa if you keep your base pack weight to around 4-8kg. Photo: Benjamin James
Te Araroa Trail veteran Benjamin James shares his advice on how to pack to succeed Ankle, foot and knee injuries account for a significant proportion of Te Araroa Trail dropouts. Do yourself a favour; lighten up to increase your chances of making it to the end in one piece. The ideal philosophy for preparing for […]
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