Sugar Loaf and Skirrid

Water: bring around two litres

Medicines: if you have hay fever, diabetes, minor ailments etc.

Day rucksack: typically 20-30 litres, they are comfortable to wear and allow you to use your arms freely

Boots: Waterproof and breathable and designed for hiking. NOT suitable for trainers. There will be muddy sections.

Socks: proper walking socks will keep your feet dry and help prevent blisters

Layered clothing: lets you quickly adapt to changes in the weather and body temperature. Go for a base layer (vest or t-shirt) and a mid layer (a micro fleece or shirt) and in cooler weather add an outer layer (a windproof jacket or thick fleece)

Trousers: ideally no jeans as they become heavy and cold in the rain, breathable fabrics are more comfortable and dry and on warm days shorts are OK

Waterproof jacket: essential when hiking in all but the calmest of weather, breathable fabrics are more comfortable and dry

Waterproof Trousers

Gloves: Windproof, or better still, waterproof gloves are the best choice, bring a spare pair if expecting rain

Hat or cap: stay warm in winter and shaded in summer

Sunglasses: for any sunny day, even in winter

Snacks: bring biscuits, energy bars, gels, bananas, chocolate or dried fruit for example and put them somewhere easy to get hold of

Lunch: bring a packed lunch unless otherwise stated

A good idea is to bring a change of clothing if the weather is cold and wet to change into for the ride home.

Please refer to the ODL Kit List Guidelines for further information