No video :(

Why I Quit Hiking in Short Shorts

Подписаться 1,6 тыс.

50% 1

In this video I explain why I don't hike in short shorts anymore, even though I prefer hiking in shorts for 3-season backpacking. I explain what shorts are too short, my ideal length, and why.
***
My current ideal hiking shorts (mentioned in this video): amzn.to/3quqwoc
***
Current Backpacking Gear and Gear Lists: unfetteredfoot...
CDT 2022 Thru-Hike Gear List: lighterpack.co...
If you enjoy the content I create, here are some great ways to support me:
*Buy me a coffee: www.buymeacoff...
**Use my Amazon Affiliate link for your shopping: amzn.to/3B2tbtA. Gear links above and in my Lighter Pack page are also affiliate links. I earn small commissions when you shop with these links, at no extra cost to you.
***Subscribe, like this video, and share with your friends! It also helps if you watch the video all the way through to the end.
Happy Trails!
-Hungry Cat
***
Best way to follow me on my 2022 CDT thru-hike:
My blog - subscribe to get regular updates and read the stories I post about the CDT hike: unfetteredfoot...
Medium: / unfetteredfootsteps
On Social:
Instagram: / unfetteredfootsteps
Facebook: / unfetteredfootsteps
Twitter: / unfetteredf
***

Опубликовано:

5 сен 2024

Ссылка:

Скачать:

Готовим ссылку...

Добавить в:

Мой плейлист

Посмотреть позже

Комментарии : 9

@docwats Год назад

I've been hiking in 7" Lululemon Pace Breaker shorts for a few years. They're not cheap but I really like them and they have been holding up very well.

@UnfetteredFootsteps Год назад

Good to know!

@BareYoga Год назад

I have a good amount of melanin and rarely burn. I carry my phone in a shoulder pocket. And I’m a heavy sweater and run very hot. I overheat with too much clothes and start to get rashes and chafing with excess fabric. I totally understand your reasons though

@Go-zi1py Год назад

Buy five more pair of those shorts NOW because they will change or discontinue them any day now!

@UnfetteredFootsteps Год назад

Yup! I just bought another pair the other day :-)

@jimdillon4278 2 года назад

I, too, have Irish skin, and thanks for mentioning that. I'm also very sensitive to poison ivy, and my two worst poison ivy reactions came after hiking in shorts. I no longer wear shorts if poison ivy is a possibility. My current hiking pants are Kuhl Deceptrs, which are breathable, quick drying, somewhat stretchy, and have a gusseted crotch for incredible range of motion. Comparable to running shorts! They are not a budget friendly item, and I"d be interested in hearing about more wallet-friendly trouser options. Having said all that, your new UA shorts look like a fantastic option where shorts are feasible for me. I'll definitely check them out.

@UnfetteredFootsteps 2 года назад

Thanks Jim! I’m currently wearing these shorts on my CDT Thru-hike and they have been one of my favorite pieces of gear. I’m going to order another pair in case they switch up models :-). I’m afraid I can’t help with budget pants recommendations at this time. I have hiked in Kuhls and do tend to like them, but it has been a while since I hiked in pants. Good luck on your quest!

@rolfdenver Год назад

I have rather, um, meaty thighs and would hate to disgust my fellow hikers. Have always hiked in zip off pants (Ferrosi or Columbia). Are ticks an issue on southeastern trails?

@UnfetteredFootsteps Год назад

There are ticks in the southeast in the warmer months (less so in the early spring), but not nearly as bad as farther north. On a trail that is well blazed like the AT, I rarely see a tick in the southeast. I saw more of them from Virginia north, particularly in Connecticut and Vermont in the summer. Usually when I get ticks in the southeast appalachians it’s because I’m hiking a very overgrown trail, like some portions of the Conasauga River trail.