My Hiking Gear: What Works for Me

Hiking in Indonesia has taught me a lot about what gear actually matters. After several trips, I’ve settled on a kit that works for me. It’s not the most expensive, but it gets the job done.

1. My Footwear Choice

Hiking Boots are personal. I prefer boots with good ankle support because I tend to stumble on roots. I also make sure they are waterproof because, well, it rains a lot here.

2. My Sleep System

• Carrier: I use a 40L pack. It fits everything I need for 2 days without tempting me to overpack.
• Tent: I use a locally made double-wall tent. It handles condensation well enough.
• Sleeping Bag: I sleep cold, so I carry a bag rated for 10°C even if people say it’s overkill. Better safe than shivering.

3. What I Wear

• Base: Always synthetic t-shirts. I learned the hard way that cotton is miserable when wet.
• Warmth: A simple fleece jacket. It’s my comfort item at the summit.
• Rain Shell: My rain jacket is always in the top pocket. I don’t mess around with hypothermia.

4. Electronics & Nav

• Headlamp: I bring a basic one regarding lumens, but I always carry spare batteries.
• Phone: Offline maps have saved me from taking wrong turns more than once.

5. Food I Actually Eat

I don’t do fancy cooking. My staple is instant noodles (comfort food!) and oats for breakfast. I bring chocolate bars for morale boosters.

This isn’t a rulebook, just a peek into my pack!