TGO 24 list so far....

Helen E said:
How much do they weigh please at what size, @Patrick, if you don't mind my asking?
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They quote 160g for a pair in medium (which I think is size 6-7) - I have to say I've taken them at their word. They are certainly very light and, just as important, roll up to something very compact.
 
Rob Mac said:
Rob Mac TGO 24

1. Do I really need the crocs? Bulky and a bit of weight but soo nice to put on at end of day or when in a town / road walking. Also allows me to dry my trail shoes if I book central heated accommodation a couple of times and still be able to leave the room shodded (sp?)
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After having wet feet for days after a hasty river crossing last year (fleeing from midges!), I'm seriously contemplating a pair for the Knoydart trip I'm planning in May. Undecided as yet, although the replies here are swaying me in that direction. They are heavy though
 
This is just a questions as I’m refining my stuff for next year, but I find the FAK to be very light at 67g so I need to look at mine again.

My thinking is that the biggest risks for me are blisters, general pain (head and joint aches), cutting myself (barbed wire, cooking) and grazes, and burning myself while cooking. So I’ve got plasters of various sizes, tablets, a tiny bit of germolene in a 10ml tin, some burn gel and a crepe bandage just for luck. This all comes to more than 100g (and still feels a bit light from a first aid POV).

Have you needed to use your FAK in the past for it to be 67g?
 
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cathyjc said:
They are light when dry but heavy when wet and they take ages to dry.
Crocs are heavier but don't absorb water.
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Thanks, @cathyjc - useful info. My gripe with Crocs is not only the weight but the bulk, and mine (the ones with the pattern of holes) don't keep feet dry round camp either though I guess some trek-liters may be using the ones with fully enclosed toe box...
 
AlanL said:
After having wet feet for days after a hasty river crossing last year (fleeing from midges!), I'm seriously contemplating a pair for the Knoydart trip I'm planning in May. Undecided as yet, although the replies here are swaying me in that direction. They are heavy though
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Hang them on the outside of your pack ? Not cool - but do you care ? :cautious:
 
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Helen E said:
Thanks, @cathyjc - useful info. My gripe with Crocs is not only the weight but the bulk, and mine (the ones with the pattern of holes) don't keep feet dry round camp either though I guess some trek-liters may be using the ones with fully enclosed toe box...
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I used them on only one trip.
Great for river swimming etc.
 
TinTin said:
This is just a questions as I’m refining my stuff for next year, but I find the FAK to be very light at 67g so I need to look at mine again.

My thinking is that the biggest risks for me are blisters, general pain (head and joint aches), cutting myself (barbed wire, cooking) and grazes, and burning myself while cooking. So I’ve got plasters of various sizes, tablets, a tiny bit of germolene in a 10ml tin, some burn gel and a crepe bandage just for luck. This all comes to more than 100g (and still feels a bit light from a first aid POV).

Have you needed to use your FAK in the past for it to be 67g?
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I have hoof style feet so rarely get blisters but do carry blister plasters (x 3), a tiny bag of Vaseline, anti-inflammatory (x 6), paracetamol (6), tick tool, some micro pore tape and that's it. I have knife / tweezers elsewhere. I have only used the pain relief in the past. My view is that if I have injured myself to an extent that I cannot make it to a shop for extras (or somewhere to get help) then there is nothing I could of taken that would have been sufficient and you are in a real pickle! Fingers crossed it does not happen to anyone!
 
Rob Mac said:
I have hoof style feet so rarely get blisters but do carry blister plasters (x 3), a tiny bag of Vaseline, anti-inflammatory (x 6), paracetamol (6), tick tool, some micro pore tape and that's it. I have knife / tweezers elsewhere. I have only used the pain relief in the past. My view is that if I have injured myself to an extent that I cannot make it to a shop for extras (or somewhere to get help) then there is nothing I could of taken that would have been sufficient and you are in a real pickle! Fingers crossed it does not happen to anyone!
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A very reasonable risk assessment - thanks. :)
 
Rob Mac said:
I have hoof style feet so rarely get blisters but do carry blister plasters (x 3), a tiny bag of Vaseline, anti-inflammatory (x 6), paracetamol (6), tick tool, some micro pore tape and that's it. I have knife / tweezers elsewhere. I have only used the pain relief in the past. My view is that if I have injured myself to an extent that I cannot make it to a shop for extras (or somewhere to get help) then there is nothing I could of taken that would have been sufficient and you are in a real pickle! Fingers crossed it does not happen to anyone!
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Pretty much my assessment.
I carry the 'wherewith all' to deal with probable small afflictions and any known personal ailments.
Any major injury and you need help from else where.
 
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