Thanks Ryan.Funny thing is, I'm an elite gymnast and also a blue-belt in martial arts, so you would think that I wouldn't get shin splints anymore – not so! Maybe I'm just weird lol!

Karen – this is a good point. See how ditzy I can be?!Sea To Summit bags – are these full hiking packs or day packs or both? (pic or link if you've got one would help).

Thanks Stewart. I was look at getting one to seal my clothes/other bits & pieces in my pack. Not just to keep them air/water tight but more so to save room in my pack for when I trek Kokoda.

Thanks. I have no shame whatsoever in admitting that I am absolutely clueless when it comes to trekking – especially a trek of such magnitude and reverance – which is why I am getting all the advice I can get.

Thanks – you've been heaps helpful!

I would like to purchase this dvd. How would I go about it?

I am in no way even contemplating carrying a pack!! I am 4ft 8" and only weigh about 45kg!! I am hiring a FULL porter, but I will still have to pack things in my pack – how will a porter carry my pack if I have no pack to carry !I am 30 years of age and am a gymnast with the Special Olympics. Trekking Kokoda is something I've wanted to do my…[Read more]

You can get cheaper versions of Crocs in places like Kmart, Big W, Target etc, but I'm not sure if they have good grip or not. I personally would not be willing to compromise quality for the sake of a few dollars – especially when out there where there are no second chances when it comes to boots!

Fantastic Pics!He is not as fit as he thinks he is. He also smokes, so this lessens his fitness considerably. Hoping to get him to give up before we go. Looking at going in 12 – 18 months. I used to do Cadets (army) when I was younger and absolutely loved our treks & Bivs – which is what sparked me to do Kokoda – my respect and awe for our…[Read more]

Thanks Xman – I have Asperger's You've been heaps helpful