https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/members-3/Freray/activity/ Activity feed for Freray. Fri, 12 Jul 2024 06:01:05 +1000 https://buddypress.org/?v=12.0.0 en-US 30 hourly 2 f55dfb30ded065856231860539963071 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/toilets-huh/page/2/#post-101577 Mon, 08 Dec 2008 20:56:47 +1000 Hey, if you are worried about the toilets just ask the guides where you can dig your own hole and use that. I have seen worse toilets in public schools in Australia. Just hold your breath and do your business and get out. I wouldn't go there to read the morning paper and have a coffee, if that is what you want to do – don't leave home.

]]> d9832a3e0c24ff0c3531e23063e87250 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/toilet-seat-covers/#post-101576 Mon, 08 Dec 2008 20:50:12 +1000 I thought the idea of doing kokoda was to get out of your comfort zone!!!!!!

]]> d9832a3e0c24ff0c3531e23063e87250 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/toilet-seat-covers/#post-101576 Mon, 08 Dec 2008 20:50:12 +1000 I thought the idea of doing kokoda was to get out of your comfort zone!!!!!!

]]> ddd90f528c2e2343daae4359d64e2aea https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/fold-or-roll-when-packing/#post-101574 Mon, 08 Dec 2008 20:45:36 +1000 Make sure your 1st aid is in your day pack. You don't want to be looking for people if you ever need it. When it comes to packing, use those space saving plastic bags. It doesn't matter if you roll or fold as you can use these to exclude the air and save space.

]]> 1d6bc3476d14b7fe82fcf400b5c37910 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/quick-query-on-vaseline/#post-101569 Mon, 08 Dec 2008 20:38:09 +1000 The vaseline works by stopping any friction between your feet and socks, that way you will not get any blistters. It is also helpful in preventing any fungal infections of the toes or feet.

]]> 764abfb2bb1891257d97fd2d6212bb3f https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/underwear-on-kokoda/#post-101568 Mon, 08 Dec 2008 20:34:17 +1000 Why go to all the expense? Long loose pants and free balling has done me for years of trekking in FNQ. This worked well on Kokoda.

]]> 528d922f07a8c8e3ca4587a8b0ee7018 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/camprelax-shoessandalsrunnersthongs/#post-99830 Tue, 27 May 2008 17:08:50 +1000 Joggers get wet and smelly when you wear them in the shower!!!

]]> c4a19b6ca5ab94d6875ecdb8f82c1b80 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/washing-and-pollution/#post-99291 Wed, 20 Feb 2008 20:34:00 +1000 From my experience on the track, the guides know which crekks are used as water supplies. They will let you know which creeks you can use soap in. Generally though, you are still going to stink until you put clean clothes on, so don't bother with the soap.

]]> 22297ac4d55267f3e343549caad8b384 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/sleeping-mat/#post-98525 Tue, 04 Sep 2007 16:38:57 +1000 From my experience I was that tired that I could have slept on a clothes line!!Remember space is the key!!

]]> 7095ad870a71bd60578de84e72502551 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/camprelax-shoessandalsrunnersthongs/#post-98524 Tue, 04 Sep 2007 16:35:58 +1000 HiGo for Reefer sandals, they are better than thongs and only take up as much room as thongs. Remember room in your pack is the key.CheersFreray

]]> ee67605cd8b19cc6ac5d634f3f34c3f8 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/recommendation-for-poncho/#post-98523 Tue, 04 Sep 2007 16:33:22 +1000 HiWhen I walked the track I kept an el cheapo in my day pack. As other people said the rain was warm so I didn't bother to use it. I ended up giving it to one of the porters.Freray

]]> ffb4bed2dc606f13b5a2d2be73f25ee9 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/preparing-for-kokoda-the-average-joe/#post-97161 Wed, 28 Feb 2007 01:56:27 +1000 Great advice, My doctor (an experienced hiker) suggested Panadeine Forte. These are great at pain relief and also have the added benefit of stopping the squirts

]]> 24678ce854091edc33ad360b666f93fa https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/water/#post-95226 Wed, 11 May 2005 16:56:25 +1000 Hi Luchar,I used water purification tablets, just in case. I didn't want to get sick and spoil the experience. You could train for the taste by drinking pool water!!Cheers,Freray

]]> 95d9c19a2280a7adbaa3b3088fe4793a https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/various-equipment-questions/#post-95224 Wed, 11 May 2005 16:50:13 +1000 Dave,I walked the track acouple of years ago. Don't worry about the fuel stove, the guides and porters can get a fire going in a tropical down-pour. I would suggest taking extra tea/coffe as our trek we were getting three cups from the one teabag before the resupply.Cheers

]]> dcfd23541b971e4ec7e5064db26b580b https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/heightssteepness/#post-95223 Wed, 11 May 2005 16:42:33 +1000 Luchar,Hi, I walked the track in September 2003, I also am scared of heights and had the same concerns as you. The thing is, you will be so preoccuppied with thinking about where to put your foot next that you will not have a chance to think about the heights. Also the stick gave me a great peace of mind.Cheers.

]]> b6101739737cdfda0d6973ca7223e6e8 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/feet/#post-94906 Fri, 21 Jan 2005 02:21:28 +1000 In the boots section I gave a suggestion that helps me to stop blisters. Cover your feet with vaseline befor putting your socks and boots on. This will stop any friction or fungal infectiond of the skin.

]]> 59ef193f64f4a040b6c68598ab31707c https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/tents/page/2/#post-94905 Fri, 21 Jan 2005 02:17:52 +1000 A bivy bag sounds good for sleeping, but will it fit your sleepingbag as well as all your gear? You will want that inside your tent and out of the rain and away from the dogs and rats!!

]]> 5d306857faeb73a78a33d95504d9740a https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/tents/#post-93991 Sun, 16 Nov 2003 16:38:55 +1000 Silly me. Maybe I should check next time. They only advertised it as a light- weight hiking tent. By not water-proofing it, they can make it lighter.

]]> e38646acf073a7c8397a467c02f01de1 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/heyas/#post-93989 Thu, 13 Nov 2003 15:57:42 +1000 Hi Caroline,I went on the trek this year (Sept – Oct). We started out as a group of 3 and gave our details to Gail. She posted this on the web-site and we ended up with 11 trekkers.I strongly recommend using this company as they will look after you all the way. You will not only see the track, but will experience village life and get to know…[Read more]

]]> 61565127a3ce87c51db12acac0e2f422 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/tents/#post-93988 Thu, 13 Nov 2003 15:50:43 +1000 I was one of the people who had a tent that leaked on the September trek. I went for a tent that was light weight (2kg) – but I paid for it.MAKE SURE IT IS WATER-PROOF I had a great time though and it kept me busy during the rain catching the drips with plates, cups and water bottles.

]]> 8007b6256cc1d355e0ec74084a4a3aca https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/boots/#post-93987 Thu, 13 Nov 2003 15:45:25 +1000 I recently walked the track and had no problems with my feet. I wore Nike high cut ACG hiking boots. I chose these over other types of boots as they fitted my foot well, I believe this to be a very important factor. My boots wer broken in well in advance of the tek and I ensured that they were water-proofed (you can get the spray at shoe repair…[Read more]

]]> 71f5cb39933eee10272e6c87657d38e9 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/safety-on-trek/#post-93879 Tue, 04 Nov 2003 16:59:16 +1000 The Trek is extremely safe. I was one of the people on Trek 7 and the guides and porters would not get you into any unsafe situations. Go on the trek you will have a ball.

]]> 172397f4b37c0f884b3eb9d9b5f565c9 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/referrals-from-our-family-of-trekkers-2003/page/2/#post-93860 Sun, 26 Oct 2003 08:02:07 +1000 Dear GailJust a quick note to thank-you for all you did to make the trek so memorable.You and your team have thought of everything when it comes to organising the trek. I have already told my wife I am going to do it again, but with my son when he is a little older (he is only 2).A number of people have been talking to me about doing the trek and…[Read more]

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