[pct-l] Bathing on the trail

[pam.bryant at cox.net]

"I carry gold bond foot power with me while hiking and use it on my 
feet at most breaks. It doubles as a quick deodorant before trying 
to yogi a ride into town"

     On my last 6 day backpack I carried a travel size baby powder and would sprinkle on my hiking shirt armpits area and my feet. It worked very well.Tthe smell of baby powder sure outweighs the smell of funk.

 

---- Gary Wright <gwtmp01 at mac.com> wrote: 
> 
> On Sep 1, 2009, at 1:04 AM, CRYSTAL NEZGODA wrote:
> 
> > My trail buddy has decided not to hike with me because of bathing
> > conserns... I really don't mind being dirty for long periods of time  
> > but for
> > him its a deal breaker, what are some of your experiences with  
> > bathing on
> > the pct, spcifically section 1 and 2
> 
> I think a certain amount of tolerance for hiker 'funk' is required
> on any multi-day backpack.  That being said, here are some strategies
> for minimizing the funk:
> 
> -- have sleeping clothes that are different than your hiking clothes
> -- use a bag liner to keep your sleeping bag clean
> -- take a 'sponge' bath when possible at the end of the day
> -- use moist travel/baby wipes to clean up at the end of the day
> -- jump in creeks and lakes when possible
> 
> When I reach camp for the day, I try to switch out of my stinky
> hiking clothes ASAP.  I carry a light pair of running shorts to
> wear around camp and/or while sleeping. These are also useful when
> doing laundry in town.  A pair of socks that are only used in camp
> also helps.
> 
> I carry gold bond foot power with me while hiking and use it on my
> feet at most breaks. It doubles as a quick deodorant before trying
> to yogi a ride into town.
> 
> 
> Gary Wright (Radar)
> 
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