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Q9. What’s the best advice you can give to someone trying out a new outdoor sport/activity? #hikerchat
rpmbold
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports A9: just get out there. Don't worry about the best of the best gear, just go #hikerchat
DenaliStores
A9: Ease into things. If you go all out you might get hurt/not enjoy it and then never try again #hikerchat https://t.co/G4w9teUwax
runnerteri
A9. Don't be so embarrassed if you do it wrong that you don't keep at it. That's how you learn. #hikerchat https://t.co/ERK9CYdwGX
TETONsports
RT @rpmbold: @TETONsports A9: just get out there. Don't worry about the best of the best gear, just go #hikerchat
KovasP
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports A9 let somebody else pay for the trip and gear, just in case you don’t enjoy it #hikerchat
WeekendWomanWar
replying to @TETONsports A9: Rent the gear a few times before buying to see what you really need and what sport you really take to. #HikerChat @TETONsports
VTPaddlePups
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports A9 Start slow! If you have a disastrous first outing, you may never give it another shot #hikerchat
billbrokob
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports A9: Accept mediocrity at least for a while #hikerchat
TheSoCalHiker
RCGibby73
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports A9: Just Do it! You will live and learn by experience, and don't be afraid to ask questions #hikerchat
paulkalac
replying to @ginabegin @ginabegin @TETONsports A9 Be mindful of nature as you go, not gear or miles #hikerchat
TETONsports
RT @WeekendWomanWar: A9: Rent the gear a few times before buying to see what you really need and what sport you really take to. #HikerChat…
bushwhackingfoo
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports A9. Be prepared, patient and have fun. #hikerchat
k2rm
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports A9: Start slow. Local, if possible. Over do it, and you'll get hurt. It doesn't matter if you start off w/100 yards. #hikerchat
AdventureGlass
A9 Suck it up buttercup #hikerchat it really works for many things. https://t.co/ZI4uNAKFBj
InnTownCamp
replying to @TETONsports A9: Here's some great advice @TETONsports #HikerChat And just #OptOutside
HappyPeopleHike
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports A9: Don't ever be afraid of trying new things or "Failing" at new things. #hikerchat
funkey_brewster
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports A9 start slow and with someone who can help you. Research is key. And to add a cliche, practice like you play #hikerchat
TaigaAdventures
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports A9 ease into it. Before backpacking, start with day hikes. #hikerchat
WildWithinHer
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports A9. Ask for help. Enjoy the learning process (it's eternal, so why not?!). Have fun, for pete's sake! #hikerchat
DryGuyHQ
RT @InnTownCamp: A9: Here's some great advice @TETONsports #HikerChat And just #OptOutside https://t.co/Zvdbk7PC3F
Kootenaicountry
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports A9: Follow me if you want to live? #hikerchat
PappyCanoli
RT @InnTownCamp: A9: Here's some great advice @TETONsports #HikerChat And just #OptOutside https://t.co/Zvdbk7PC3F
TKoutside TETONsports
RT @RCGibby73: @TETONsports A9: Just Do it! You will live and learn by experience, and don't be afraid to ask questions #hikerchat
JessLHutton
replying to @TETONsports A9: When I was learning to ski, pros said, "If you don't fall down, you're not having fun." Works for new things! #hikerchat @TETONsports
TaigaAdventures
RT @InnTownCamp: A9: Here's some great advice @TETONsports #HikerChat And just #OptOutside https://t.co/Zvdbk7PC3F
k2rm
replying to @TKoutside @TKoutside @TETONsports A9: Or none at all. :) #hikerchat @LUNAsandals
WildWithinHer
A9. Great advice. Also consider joining a group like @MountaineersOrg; they lead adventures and have gear.… https://t.co/h8obm7aOHs
HyperTrypsy
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports #hikerchat A9. Keep yourself hydrated and don't start measuring your performance straightaway. Enjoy for a while.
Mrs_Roadrunner
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports a9 best advice. do what you can to stay off the news channel, "found lost hiker". #hikerchat
TETONsports
RT @InnTownCamp: A9: Here's some great advice @TETONsports #HikerChat And just #OptOutside https://t.co/Zvdbk7PC3F
awomanafoot
replying to @TETONsports @TETONsports A9 just start. learn from others, but don't compare yourself. Do your thing, enjoy :) #hikerchat
TETONsports
RT @HyperTrypsy: @TETONsports #hikerchat A9. Keep yourself hydrated and don't start measuring your performance straightaway. Enjoy for a wh…
kyrafaulkner_
RT @HyperTrypsy: @TETONsports #hikerchat A9. Keep yourself hydrated and don't start measuring your performance straightaway. Enjoy for a wh…
AdventureCrtrs
replying to @ginabegin @ginabegin @TETONsports A9 #hikerchat - do it with somebody who knows what they're doing so you learn right. So important!
MarineCorpsNomd
RT @InnTownCamp: A9: Here's some great advice @TETONsports #HikerChat And just #OptOutside https://t.co/Zvdbk7PC3F