Originally Posted by
.264winmag
I survive on next to nothing also at high elevation. I'm pretty stoked on the roasted soybeans for next trip, super light and packed with protein, calories and other essentials. Next best thing to steak they say HA. Maybe others are different, but protein is what keeps me going while backpacking.
I'm by no means a more mountain guru, but I've learned to take care of my feet. Decent footwear, doesn't have to be expensive but rather comfortable. I rocked a $150 pair of boots for 3 sheep and 3 goat hunts with only hotspots en route out heavy on the last day/2. Prior to that my expensive scarpas just destroyed my feet daily, same with my partner. I'll take comfort over price tag all day. Also while stopping to glass etc. get them boots off and let your feet breathe, I try to swap socks for a dry set as much as I can. Pull boot insoles and point boots into the sun. Air dry the damp ones on your hiking pole handles while resting, or strap to pack while hiking so there nice and dry for the next swap. On wet fogged out days we generally concentrate on getting a fire going and drying gear out, especially boots. Just be careful not to overheat, can ruin a good pair of boots in a hurry.