https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/members-3/Rocky/activity/ Activity feed for Rocky. Fri, 12 Jul 2024 06:01:05 +1000 https://buddypress.org/?v=12.0.0 en-US 30 hourly 2 3dbc7ba5848b51cedd39fbc1efef48cb https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/boots-packs-and-items/#post-99246 Thu, 12 Jan 2012 21:46:49 +1000 Hi Andrew, if you're carrying all your food for 10 days and not sharing tent, etc then maybe you should be looking more at the 85L. But I had a porter and a day pack so am probably not the best to advise on this.I'm sure there are packing nazis out there who could squeeze everything into a 25L day pack….

]]> 6e82fce7ec08499f6ec9fe4e02077f86 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/boots-packs-and-items/#post-99253 Wed, 11 Jan 2012 16:25:47 +1000 Andrew, I took a 3 man dome tent and shared it with my father. It was a cheap Kmart jobby and was perfect.We had 6 nights on the trek and only camped "outside" once. All other times we were either in fully enclosed huts or lean-to type huts with no walls. On these nights we erected the inner part of the tent only to keep mossies out, but it was…[Read more]

]]> 0a944a49119cc6e4c2531e8ed59c7bf0 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/choosing-a-pack-type-please-help/#post-96648 Wed, 11 Jan 2012 14:51:35 +1000 Don't lose any more sleep over your boot decision Kate. You were right, erring on the side of too big is by far the better option.Your feet do get mashed about coming down hills especially as it's very steep. You may want to consider a thin pair of socks underneath a thicker pair, that's what I did, as my boots were also slightly too big too. Try…[Read more]

]]> c455a026964662d625be488deb25be0d https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/choosing-a-pack-type-please-help/#post-105973 Tue, 10 Jan 2012 12:49:30 +1000 Hi Kate, agree with Andrew. Seems like you can save some money and get a pretty cheap one – they are in every hiking / sports store. Just make sure you have the right litres. Your porter will be right (he won't even attach the hip strap…..)Sounds like you can get use out of a day pack, so you may want to get a decent one. These can double up as…[Read more]

]]> 19e8d3af0fe054637826f9319201a8b4 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/a-little-guidance-please/#post-105923 Mon, 21 Nov 2011 23:53:38 +1000 Hi Jonas, exciting times ahead for you. Mate you can get right into the whole exercise regime – full blown programs and the like. That's not really my go, I was 34 when I did the trek and when I did it I found what worked for me was:- I got into a little bit of jogging (40min type jogs in a lunch break a couple of times a week). It's pretty hilly…[Read more]

]]> e19b9f04dd42492cef32508cf6e0773f https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/dome-swag-v-tent/#post-105450 Thu, 09 Jun 2011 15:19:50 +1000 I had a 3 man dome, myself and my dad shared. It was just a cheapo thing (Kmart jobby) and ideal as it was new and hadn't had a chance to deteriorate.About half of the time we got lucky and access to 'huts'. We'd erect the inner part only to keep out mossies – perfect.

]]> 0639bb7cac4e315fc9f2dea3098ae407 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/boots-packs-and-items/#post-105322 Mon, 02 May 2011 20:35:50 +1000 Hi Dani,Exciting times ahead for you! I suggest you wade through the various threads in this website and you'll find heaps of info that will help you out.For what it's worth:- You sound pretty fit and young (unless you're one of those that never leave uni….) so you should be right fitness wise. I'd suggest as much hill work with your boots on as…[Read more]

]]> 609ae48ec4110f6c3ca29d51c7586af8 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/novice-needs-advice/#post-105302 Wed, 06 Apr 2011 15:04:22 +1000 Just my 2 cents josh.I agree with everything johnny said. It sounds like you've settled on your shoes and pack, so no comment there. That's really the area to spend money on…With your other stuff I'd be going cheap. A light spray jacket is fine (as you won't use it anyway due to being soaked through from sweat – handy at night if you need to go…[Read more]

]]> 821a379ac4e6ece679d81e85e19bf1e3 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/snakes-and-comparison/#post-105218 Thu, 10 Feb 2011 06:22:02 +1000 – The track gets to about the height of Kosi (just over 2,000mtrs) so its about a km higher than the overland, but it's not altitude sickness high or anthing.- I've done the overland and kokoda is far tougher. Kokoda is longer and steeper (there is very little respite) but far more oppressive with the heat and humidity. You can get warm walking,…[Read more]

]]> a5a945daa108b1de70557633fe081f3f https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/vibram-fivefinger-footwear/#post-105239 Sun, 23 Jan 2011 21:50:14 +1000 QUOTE(Scacey @ 22 Jan 2011, 08:53 PM) [snapback]12841[/snapback]No worries rocky. I will let u know how they go. And about looking ridiculous? Pretty sure kokoda is not a fashion parade!Fair enough Scacey, looking back I must of been in a mood when I wrote that! I don't think they're a good option for the terrain but good luck with it. As Pete and…[Read more]

]]> 9e15320bad2345ab4cdc5d1623a7d1b9 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/vibram-fivefinger-footwear/#post-105256 Mon, 17 Jan 2011 17:04:55 +1000 They look absolutely ridiculous and completely inappropriate. Got to be a gee up. I can't think of anything worse to wear (except maybe high heels…).

]]> f65101bfaaefb57b1519e7c50bc79e73 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/tourism-student-here/#post-104988 Thu, 23 Sep 2010 01:04:07 +1000 I agree completely Shane, good post.I'd add that the track is rampant jungle for the most part and far more at the mercy of the elements than a bunch of boots. You hack a sapling down and another springs up almost overnight. Rain teems down washing away boot prints. Of course, there would be a critical mass of visitors the facilities could cater…[Read more]

]]> 92e9eff76c3f8fbc5c517e64391387cc https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/knees/#post-104807 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 21:10:50 +1000 Knees are a tough one fluppy, as I'm sure your hubby can attest. It really all depends on what his problems are. I know you said finances are a problem, but I'd really suggest he gets a full diagnostic done prior to any sort of exercise regime and work in consultation with the physio to at least set him up properly – he may not need to keep going…[Read more]

]]> eb8d740b13151d872e62e68499f2bedd https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/trekking-poles-3/#post-104378 Thu, 10 Jun 2010 18:53:53 +1000 That's a great story Boss – it's funny how inanimate objects can take on very personal meaning and the added touch of a carving by your porter is a wonderful idea.

]]> 79bba9a9d53af87bcbca12bad5978e3e https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/trekking-poles-3/#post-104375 Thu, 10 Jun 2010 15:03:56 +1000 That research is no real surprise to me Peter – makes for interesting reading.As a 34 year old bloke I had always thought walking poles a bit "gay". I'd never used them pre-Kokoda and believed they were mainly for over the top 65+ year old yogurt eaters.That said – I picked up a sturdy looking straight branch from the scrub at the start of the…[Read more]

]]> 18308df6b44540b777207a43d2c30c4f https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/travel-insurance-3/#post-104304 Wed, 26 May 2010 00:49:00 +1000 Saloo, I think you'll find they are pretty standard exclusions. I'd suggest you read the fine print of other policies and compare as you will most likely find similar wording in other offerings.Another thing for those strapped for cash – many credit cards have travel insurance attached (no extra cash) if you purchase certain portions of your trip…[Read more]

]]> 8a5c5321fb0bae67aad0ea50dcceea8e https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/ground-sheet-for-tent/#post-103996 Mon, 22 Mar 2010 20:25:38 +1000 Scott,Like most questions on equipment it'll come down to a number of things. Personally I didn't take a ground sheet and didn't need one. But my tent was a cheapy 3 man dome and I didn't need to protect it. Similarly we were lucky with huts and spent more nights inside than out. Some things to consider:Is your tent expensive? Do you want to…[Read more]

]]> 1d7a0d0060e37986e98b2eedd692d909 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/backpack/page/2/#post-103939 Thu, 11 Feb 2010 21:33:24 +1000 Yes Brian that was my experience too. When I was speaking with the boys I quizzed them on waist straps and they said they don't like them because they feel it restricts their leg movements. I suppose with all the climbing up and down you take big lunges with your steps. Also because a lot of the boys are smaller than most of the trekkers the packs…[Read more]

]]> bd32aa92a507a80872aa3f6686797c35 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/backpack/#post-103928 Mon, 08 Feb 2010 13:28:18 +1000 Whilst I don't disagree with the need for a good pack if you're a regular hiker, if, like me you don't overnight hike much and Kokoda was pretty much a one-off consider this: A lot of people (most) get porters. Your expensive pack will be wasted on them. I saw not one porter cinch the waist belt – they all hitch the shoulder straps really tight…[Read more]

]]> 4315aa58e20b4953188f0039e8f32689 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/off-peak-season/#post-103801 Wed, 30 Dec 2009 13:01:11 +1000 In terms of creeks there are a lot of crossings, but most of these are small and shouldn't bother you. The potentially deepest without a "bridge" is probably the goldie near owers and levels here fluctuate a lot depending on rains (it was belly button deep when I went across but I understand can flood). I'm not aware of any treks being turned…[Read more]

]]> 03bdd89357628b06b8d04b9fdd4d08ea https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/kokoda-track-authority-4/page/2/#post-103715 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 13:04:19 +1000 Why have the number of trekkers from Australia dropped?I don't really buy (pardon the pun) the GFC argument. Unemployment is still low, and notwithstanding the hits to older people's super in particular most people have more disposable income because of reduced mortgage payments. Aussies are travelling in record numbers: http://www.heraldsun.com.au…[Read more]

]]> f2fce29bc3053340bed8c7e34bf5702e https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/be-inspired-watch-tv7-sunday-630pm/#post-103669 Tue, 24 Nov 2009 13:17:54 +1000 I've got to say I was disappointed with the program on ch7. I was looking forward to it.No doubt a fantastic achievement for Kurt, and no criticism of him, but the camera crew clearly only stuck with him for a day (no more than 2) at both ends of the track. If you missed it (and like I) was keen to see Kurt battle the track and relive it to some…[Read more]

]]> cc1680280d6a84d0765b84b743b81231 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/travel-insurance-3/#post-103613 Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:42:43 +1000 Agreed Crowie – travel insurance is a must in a place like PNG and a very good idea otherwise. You should note though that most travel insurance policies will only cover for expenses incurred overseas (which can be substantial) plus some one-off compensation payment but would not necessarily help with the ongoing care back in Aus.

]]> 197e59be719ab309191abfbc03c0523d https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/greetings/#post-103513 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 18:56:52 +1000 Rob – you ask why did people go:I went with my 62 year old father earlier this year. Dad's father (pop) served in PNG – not seeing action on the track itself – but in and around the lae area. He was injured physically with shrapnel and bullet but also suffered mentally from the whole thing. My father raised the idea of doing the track to get an…[Read more]

]]> e28eccce2375a82313816bb534cbded8 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/owers-to-kokoda-stops/#post-103384 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:14:24 +1000 Craig – a lot depends on such things as:- What time you start (getting to owers can be a problem, the road is average)- What trekking company you use- The planned length of the trek- The speed of your group / injuries / etc- Weather…As such you won't get guarantees about where you'll stay each night (I'd be very wary of companies that try too…[Read more]

]]> e82a5be19fa644447bba0bbcd53818f2 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/i-have-the-itchies/#post-103371 Mon, 12 Oct 2009 22:56:01 +1000 If every forum had threads with interesting titles like: "I Have The Itchies" I'd be online a lot more…Just to add to Eve's comments it's possible you picked up a fungal type infection, though that doesn't explain the whole legs itching it may explain the inner thigh redness. I'd slap on some canestan or similar to be on the safe…

]]> 31a3cb4bdad6baabf5e85097eb7f661a https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/trek-617/#post-103297 Thu, 08 Oct 2009 19:54:41 +1000 KIM, the gateway is good I managed to check it out but didn't actually stay ther. Very handy for pickups and close to the airport, a good complex. You'll find most people stay at the gateway.I stayed at loloata island – about a 20 min drive out of moresby + a short boat ride. Loved it – you can snorkel, take little walks and relax. Moresby itself…[Read more]

]]> 21de3c2d74126649fe7a170b94e0342d https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/medication/#post-103293 Thu, 08 Oct 2009 17:56:08 +1000 I can only talk about personal experience. I have mild asthma – took the puffers – and didn't use them. I will stress though it's not usually exercise induced (more food and illness). All you can do is take your medical advice fluppy. As thorough as you seem to be, I'm sure you asked all the right questions of your doctor.I agree with Peter – the…[Read more]

]]> 53fcb813e4017634d396564e2f3d69ea https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/hi/#post-103152 Mon, 28 Sep 2009 21:01:09 +1000 Short answer – no.I used the sports blister pack things, after developing some blisters on my heels. (they are meant to stay on for a few days but I had to replace them daily). I found these good. I didn't need to treat the blisters, other than anti-bacterial/iodine cream.

]]> 58f8c469fd7e22a518fa4fd52df6a183 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/stuff/#post-103073 Wed, 23 Sep 2009 20:24:18 +1000 FTR I won't argue at all that the stool was 'needed', but I was told about it by a previous trekker as a tip and feel somewhat compelled to defend the stool's honour as 'practical'.Personally – I hate sitting on the ground and find it very uncomfortable, maybe I'm not flexible enough, (not to mention the wet, mud, etc). On a couple of nights…[Read more]

]]> 58f8c469fd7e22a518fa4fd52df6a183 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/stuff/#post-103073 Wed, 23 Sep 2009 20:24:18 +1000 FTR I won't argue at all that the stool was 'needed', but I was told about it by a previous trekker as a tip and feel somewhat compelled to defend the stool's honour as 'practical'.Personally – I hate sitting on the ground and find it very uncomfortable, maybe I'm not flexible enough, (not to mention the wet, mud, etc). On a couple of nights…[Read more]

]]> 4bb299ec406f03b3b37af06ca8aa62a5 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/stuff/#post-103066 Wed, 23 Sep 2009 15:12:43 +1000 If it fits in Fluppy, and you've got a porter, who cares if you take more than others? You do need to leave some space for them for their gear though don't forget. If you have too much to fit in – prioritise according to your own needs and cull. If you can't do without the book/cards, do you really need the ipod/ ice-pack/salt. (I didnt encounter…[Read more]

]]> 7c80630d7bad648872cc0e0cbc5f80c3 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/gateway-hotel-lockers/#post-102992 Sun, 20 Sep 2009 15:11:34 +1000 I'm a bit funny about my passport fluppy and took it with me. You will need to take care with it though or as Pete suggest it could get ruined. Mine was safe and sound in multiple ziplock bags. (I left everything else I didn't need)

]]> 3ba1fa958725f992434bfe35e795dca1 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/environmentally-friendly-soaps-what-did-you-use/#post-102965 Tue, 15 Sep 2009 18:19:35 +1000 Oops – I confess the environmental status of my soap did not even enter my mind in preparation. I took a couple of those little squeeze bottles of liquid soap, but I may well have killed off those tadpoles Peter was talking about.

]]> fbed1e154065b7e66b29017f85d48552 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/munchies-along-the-track-what-did-you-take-or-what-did-you-wish-you/#post-102931 Sun, 13 Sep 2009 16:38:04 +1000 Hi Fluppy,I agree the advice given by others here. The only thing I'd add is that I took individually wrapped barley sugar type lollies and found the bloody wrappers would stick to the lollies. If I was desparate enough I'd chew the lolly and spit out the wrapper as the only way to get at it. Personally, I'd go for the little packets of snakes,…[Read more]

]]> 35151a969b6b3156266f2f607af13c92 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/trek-617/#post-102909 Wed, 09 Sep 2009 16:52:01 +1000 Hi Kim,Exciting times for you – train hard, but you'll be OK. The track is used to (and mostly copes pretty well) with the wet. It's sticky, muddy, slippery, etc but I was surprised that after heavy downpours the track is still passable. From the Owers end the mud is like clay and alot of the water runs off …probably because it's so bloody steep…[Read more]

]]> d9f9875079441fca6bfe815b5072f0a1 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/trek-617/#post-102897 Mon, 07 Sep 2009 20:48:29 +1000 Kim, I went in late April this year. It was just after the "official" wet season (dec – mar) though I was told it was a long wet season this year. It rained most days late afternoon / night, quite heavy twice. I can only guess that it'll be wetter than that in January.Creeks would rise in a hurry when raining and just after but settle down again…[Read more]

]]> 9bbecaface2eb26d1ac27a89283fd9f6 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/trekking-poles/#post-101666 Thu, 26 Feb 2009 14:19:58 +1000 Thanks Mrs Moo…

]]> 9bbecaface2eb26d1ac27a89283fd9f6 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/trekking-poles/#post-101666 Thu, 26 Feb 2009 14:19:58 +1000 Thanks Mrs Moo…

]]> 4bf733eee8e060780c10a86fedb02057 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/trekking-poles/#post-97128 Wed, 25 Feb 2009 14:32:20 +1000 Hi all, my first post so please be kind… I'm trekking with KTL soon and have noticed you get a wooden pole to trek with. I'm wondering if there are any 'tricks' to getting this back through customs – it would be devastating to have to leave it in Port Morseby. I noted that Brian didn't seem to have any difficulty which was encouranging but are…[Read more]

]]> 4bf733eee8e060780c10a86fedb02057 https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/trekking-poles/#post-97128 Wed, 25 Feb 2009 14:32:20 +1000 Hi all, my first post so please be kind… I'm trekking with KTL soon and have noticed you get a wooden pole to trek with. I'm wondering if there are any 'tricks' to getting this back through customs – it would be devastating to have to leave it in Port Morseby. I noted that Brian didn't seem to have any difficulty which was encouranging but are…[Read more]

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