The choice of equipment is highly related to the intensity of the activity. Based on past experience, most girls do not exceed the following intensity levels:carrying no more than 20 kilograms, hiking no more than 10 kilometers, and climbing no higher than 2,000 meters. Therefore, the recommended equipment below is suitable within this range.
I. Perspective
The outdoors is a world driven by strength and based on capital. And “women” are precisely the most important, most beautiful, and most vibrant highlights in this circle. Girls wander among the “trekkers” with their looks, charming eyes, slender waists, and soft voices... ! Therefore, girls’ gear must not only have its unique functionality but also carry a bit of aesthetic value. Affordable and high-quality outdoor gear is what we trekkers strive for, but affordability and quality are inherently contradictory. The so-called “cost-performance ratio” can only be interpreted as “inferior performance at a cheaper price.” It is recommended that, within your financial means, you buy well-known, high-quality gear. If funds are insufficient, it’s better to postpone the purchase. Buying “branded” gear is not about vanity, but because branded equipment offers superior reliability, stability, and comfort, and its performance has been tested and proven by countless outdoor enthusiasts.
II. Purchasing Essential Items
Essential items, as the name suggests, are things you can’t do without. But first, limit the total weight you carry to within 30 jin (about 15 kg)—this is the minimum requirement for participating in activities happily and comfortably. There’s no need to buy all your gear all at once. Take it step by step. Find a knowledgeable guy (GG), visit various stores, and look around until you find something you like. After all, for most girls, this is an extra investment—only buy when you feel it’s right.
III. Purchasing Non-Essential Items
Items such as tents, stoves, cookware, and trekking poles can be shared with those “friendly” guys who take the initiative to approach you. As for things like water shoes, quick-dry clothing, and windproof jackets, I believe you should decide based on your own capacity. Water shoes can be replaced with sandals, quick-dry clothes with imported casual wear, and windproof jackets with raincoats...
1. Backpack – Recommended Outdoor Gear for Ladies – Backpack
Goal: Choose a 45–55 liter backpack based on your body size
Suggestion: Most girls only focus on color and style when choosing a backpack, but little do they know that the most important aspect of selecting a backpack is whether the carrying system fits your body. Also, pay attention to adjusting the shoulder straps, waist belt, and chest strap. Once the shoulder straps are adjusted properly, there should be almost no gap between them and your shoulder blades (except for those with a hunched back). A good backpack allows flexible adjustment of weight distribution on the shoulders and can be adapted anytime based on your stamina and environment. When the carrying system is properly adjusted, most of the weight (over 60%) can be shifted to the hips and buttocks, which will greatly reduce the burden on your shoulders and allow for more agile movement. In addition, due to differences in male and female body shapes (girls generally have narrower shoulders and backs than boys, so even if a backpack has the same capacity and carrying system, what fits a boy may not fit a girl), well-known brands often design specific styles of backpacks for women. These backpacks have carrying systems specially made to fit female body characteristics. Another important thing to consider when buying a backpack is the size of the waist belt—many female models overlook this. Sometimes, even when the waist belt buckle is tightened all the way, it still feels loose. If your waist isn’t bearing any weight, get ready to get tired. When buying a backpack, be sure to try it on in-store yourself—your own back, waist, and hips will tell you the truth.
2. Hiking Shoes
Goal: Medium-lightweight hiking shoes
Suggestion: To enjoy nature’s charm, you inevitably have to walk freely over gravel, mud, ice fields, and snowy terrain—and a good pair of shoes is essential. Although not cheap, this is a worthwhile investment. For the activity intensity of most girls, a pair of medium-lightweight hiking shoes is sufficient for all occasions. Another benefit of choosing them is the wide variety of styles, good looks, and light weight. They’re suitable for hiking and mountaineering, and can also be paired with jeans for a stylish, individualistic urban look. Additionally, since most girls are slender, for slip-resistance considerations, it is not recommended to choose shoes with Vibram soles (as girls weigh less, the friction coefficient between the shoe and the ground is low, and hard Vibram rubber performs poorly on wet surfaces).