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Luckily Mick had worked out the best ways to hydrate and his techniques were a game changer.

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On Hydration. we manage our core temp by using iced water from 360 or yeti 1.5lt insulated bottles. As per DR Matt Brearlys studies on heat exhaustion (Google It.) Work uses his program for heat stress managment.
Usually carry 3 litres for the day , water load before leaving camp down a 600ml bottle , and carry another 600 ml bottle which is consumed at first stop/ 4-5km in. Route is planned around water availability from springs , creeks or known water sources. Topping up at every opportunity. Also cooling your head , nape of neck, which helps keep core temp down.
Usualy still have iced water for the trip out. Hydralite added although more for flavour. Food is a mix of lollies, muesli bars , biltong.
A iced cold ginger beer is appreciated at the end of the day.
Chris M put me onto the iced bottles.

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