You can see from the picture above what Andrew and I wore on the track.
As per my earlier FAQ on pack weight/porters, try to pack the least amount of clothing possible. Everybody is hot and sweaty on the track so don't worry about it ;-)
I wore the same, long sleeved shirt every day. This was not a problem in regards to smell as we washed every day in streams along the way. This washing was the old fashioned way - rocks and soap !
The shirt is a very light, fibre type shirt available from camping stores here in Australia. It has many pockets for maps etc. I carried one spare tee shirt to wear at night in my sleeping bag. No thermals are required for the trek if you have a reasonably warm sleeping bag (it gets quite cold at night at 6000 feet)
The shorts are also hiking type shorts. I carried an additional pair of shorts for sleeping.
My hiking boots were bought new from Aussie disposals in Australia. It is extremely important to "run the boots in" before you head to Kokoda. I walked every weekend for three months getting used to the boots in Australia. This avoids blisters on teh track.
Take some good socks. I took three pairs of hiking socks and rotated them.
That's about it. There is a good saying on the track. There are two types of clothes on the track. Those that are wet, and those that are about to be wet ;-)
Take same waterproof plastic camping sacks to protect your clothes (and food/technology) if (and when) you end from falling into a creek ;-)
This blog has been set up to cover the training and actual Kokoda walk for Rick and Andrew Klink
Hey guys! I stumbled across your blog online and have just read the whole thing... All I can say is thank you! It is the most useful thing I have found so far in regards to trekking Kokoda without a group. Everything you read online makes it sound like it's impossible but you have restored confidence in our idea of finding a local guide and doing the trek ourselves (myself, my husband and my father). I enjoyed reading this straightforward blog and sharing your journey with you! All the best with your future treks, Belinda.
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