Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Absolute essentials
As well as your basic equipment, these are the
extras that you simply cannot leave home without.
A mallet will be much appreciated if you've ever
tried pushing a tent stake in by hand.
Spare tent stakes are like small change, they just
disappear, carry some extras. Some available are
made from biodegradeable plastic, so if you do lose
them, they really should just disappear.
A water container saves you time, as you'll often
have to camp some distance from a tap, and
going back and forth to fetch water can become
extremely tiresome.
Spare fuel will be needed if you're using a gas
cartridge or liquid fuel that will run out after a
couple of days' use, so always make sure that you
have some extras.
A headlamp is very useful for freeing up both hands
for tasks, and perfect for reading in bed.
Mallets can be surprisingly
lightweight. Shop around.
