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8 Tips for Making the Most Of a Powder Day

If it's dumping and tomorrow is going to be bluebird - here are a few things worth thinking about

Pack Snacks

Hiking can be tiring work – just ask Jeremy Jones here. Photo: Greg von Dorstein

I find whenever I get a great day on the hill the surest way to kill it is to take a break; after stopping for even just a half hour lunch break or a pint makes me realise how cold and wet I really am and my legs start to seize.

But even worse is trying to push on through; nothing makes ‘no friends on a powder day’ become truer than a proper hunger induced rage blackout. Load up on stuff that fits in your pockets and isn’t too watery, sandwiches and fruit are liable to freeze if you’re riding in December/January. Things like flapjacks and chocolate bars are perfect; I personally can’t ride without a pocketful of Haribo Tangfastics*.

*Not an official endorsement, but I wouldn’t say no to a free bag…

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