Without a weighted backpack, what is your hiking experience like? |
I rarely hike. |
I hike a few times a month. |
I hike regularly. |
What distances do you hike, on average? |
<4 miles |
4-6 miles |
6+ miles |
What kind of elevation changes do you do on your hikes? |
<1,000’/300 meters |
1,000′-2,000’/
300 m-600 m |
>2,000′ |
What elevation are you coming from? |
Sea Level, or thereabouts |
<4,000′ |
>4,000′ |
Do you exercise in high heart rate zones regularly (50-80% of maximum)? |
Not regularly |
<30 minutes/day, 3-5 days/week |
>30 minutes/day, 3-5 days/week |
Do you have pre-existing medical conditions that affect your ability to exercise? |
Yes; Speak with your doctor about what is appropriate |
Yes; Speak with your doctor about what is appropriate |
No; but you should still speak with your doctor about what is appropriate |
For backpacking trips only: Are you comfortable carrying a backpack weighing at least 20-25% of your body weight? If you are not comfortable with this, check out our Day Hikes or Lodging/Hiking packages. |
I haven’t tried |
Yes, but for short (>5 mi) distances |
Yes, and for distances longer than 5 miles |
What fitness level would you consider yourself? |
I like to take it easy |
Moderately Active |
Active |