Going for a hike? Here's what you need to pack before setting off


You can choose to burn fat off your ‘spare tank’ while hiking but if you are lithe or downright slim, food for energy is something you must pack beforehand.

If we are talking about the bare essentials of hiking, let us get this out of the way:

In general, you need at least a litre of water per 10km. The more, the better.

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Monthly Plan

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RM 12.33/month

RM 8.63/month

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