20 Best Practices for Older Backpackers

This backpacking video focuses on 20 best practices for older backpackers, particularly older backpackers who are planning a long-distance hike on such trails as the Pacific Crest Trail, Appalachian Trail, Continental Divide Trail, etc. Older hikers or backpackers need to adopt best practices to ensure success and safety on the trail. Here is my most recent documentary on the Arizona Trail:    • An Arizona Trail Story   Here is my documentary on the Colorado Trail:    • Backpacking the Colorado Trail   Here is my PCT documentary:    • A Pacific Crest Trail Coddiwomple Documentary   Here is my second season on the PCT documentary:    • Coddiwomple II: A Pacific Crest Trail Docu...   If you want to support this channel, please subscribe, hit notifications, watch other videos and comment. I strive to respond to all comments. You could also follow AKWild1 on Facebook. Also, I have links to outdoor products that have served me well. I do not accept anything from gear companies, nor am I sponsored in any way by a company. My opinions about gear and equipment are my own based on my experiences in the field. I want to remain impartial and maintain my integrity, which is critical to who I am. My recommendations are based on my experiences. There are Amazon Affiliate links in the video description. As an Amazon Affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Here are some products mentioned in this video and links: Peak Meals Base Camp: https://amzn.to/45Pru3R Death Wish Coffee: https://amzn.to/3FC74kp ProBar Variety Pack: https://amzn.to/3SKp6DZ Tahoe Bars: https://amzn.to/44l7l3B Nunn Electrolyte Tablets: https://amzn.to/44l7l3B Liquid IV hydration multiplier: https://amzn.to/44lba8X Katadyn Be Free Water Filter 1.0 liter https://amzn.to/4eK8DsX Sawyer Squeeze Water Filter https://amzn.to/4eML9n2 CNOC Collapsible Water Bottle: https://amzn.to/3Wel8Vn MSR Pocket Rocket II Stove https://amzn.to/3xw6iRi Toaks 750 ml Titanium Pot https://amzn.to/3VGIhkJ Trekology Inflatable Pillow: https://amzn.to/47SmNFq Diamond Trail Trek Poles https://amzn.to/43wKeBp Closed Cell Backpacking Pad https://amzn.to/3OyJ4jr Zpacks Tri-Plex Tent: https://zpacks.com/products/triplex-c... ULA Circuit Backpack: https://www.ula-equipment.com/product... Nitecore Ultralight, Rechargeable Headlamp: https://amzn.to/3TYu3d9 Neo Air X-Therm. A bit pricey, but mine lasted the entire PCT, CT and AZT: https://amzn.to/3SuZQRw MSR Mini Groundhog Tent Stakes: https://amzn.to/4gR1EQe Garmin Instinct Solar Watch https://amzn.to/3UvqM6d Farm to Feet Merino Wool Socks: https://amzn.to/4bRHDVR Injinji Trail Socks https://amzn.to/4buckRW