Backpacking clothing
The layering principle It takes some practice to get your clothing formula just right, since every person has different insulation requirements, depending on body size, body temperature and fitness level. Your clothing must keep you warm and dry, but also provide ways to keep the body ventilated. The more options you have available, the more fine-tuning you can do and the more comfortable you will be. A general rule when choosing your clothing is to wear loose clothes in layers. Start with a base layer to manage moisture, then add insulation layers, as needed. In a temperate climate, I recommend that you top it all off with a weatherproof outer layer. Footwear Choosing the appropriate footwear may be the most important decision you make if you plan to do an extended wilderness backpacking or hiking trip. The footwear you choose should be as light and comfortable as possible for the type of hiking you plan to do. Clothing for different climate conditions Are you planning to travel to a hot arid region? Make sure you pick suitable outdoor apparel for hot climates. Or, are you heading for cold climates and snow, maybe some tips how to pick proper winter backpacking clothing could be of value. 
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