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Sky.Live
post Apr 4 2014, 10:37 AM

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QUOTE(demolationz @ Apr 4 2014, 05:43 AM)
head torchlight
- petzl brand

insect repellent
- mosi-guard brand

energy bars
- power bar

drink
- Gatorade

I'll recommend you ENDUROLYTES from Hammer Nutrition. Tablets which prevent cramping.
Some of the item can be purchased at Explorer Outfitter in Publika or Outdoor Adventure in Jalan Ampang
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Cheaper solution..

You don't need insect repellent there
Energy bar, mars bar and sneakers are really high calories
drinks = water + glucose
Head Torch = energizer head torch (not sure how much it cost but should be around RM30)
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post Apr 4 2014, 01:06 PM

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QUOTE(Sky.Live @ Apr 3 2014, 08:50 AM)
my god, bukit gasing also can get lost,, go in from jalan changkat, came out from lembah pantai.. ended up took a taxi ride back
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I lost there once. The first time I been there in the morning around 6am alone.
Ended up at the cemetery and walk back in ask around for direction getting out.
Scare the shit out of me.
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post Apr 4 2014, 01:10 PM

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QUOTE(Resha Valentine @ Apr 3 2014, 09:40 PM)
head torchlight
hiking gloves
insect repellent
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I bought my headlamp cheap cheap from here. Only used it twice so far, not sure how durable is it.
I got a pair a gardening glove for RM 2 at Mydin.
I don't use insect repellent.
I usually brought along a bottle of 500ml 100+ @ RM 1.80 from 99speedmart.
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post Apr 4 2014, 09:37 PM

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QUOTE(gs20 @ Apr 4 2014, 01:06 PM)
I lost there once. The first time I been there in the morning around 6am alone.
Ended up at the cemetery and walk back in ask around for direction getting out.
Scare the shit out of me.
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oo crap, scary shit.. haha
at least you manage to find you way out. laugh.gif
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post Apr 4 2014, 10:59 PM

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QUOTE(gs20 @ Apr 4 2014, 01:10 PM)
I bought my headlamp cheap cheap from here. Only used it twice so far, not sure how durable is it.
I got a pair a gardening glove for RM 2 at Mydin.
I don't use insect repellent.
I usually brought along a bottle of 500ml 100+ @ RM 1.80 from 99speedmart.
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Hi bro, thanks for sharing. May I know if the gloves managed to keep your hand warm during your climb to the summit?

How is the weather? I have recently bought a base layer (top n bottom), and I have a normal jacket with hoodie. I'm not sure if the I have sufficient protection from the cold weather during the climb to the summit.

Appreciate if anyone can provide input on what equips I can get to have sufficient thermal protection. Thanks!

This post has been edited by Aquanox28: Apr 4 2014, 11:00 PM
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post Apr 5 2014, 09:41 AM

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Oh you mean for KK ar? I never climb KK before. tongue.gif
Those that I mentioned are my setup for weekly hiking routine la.
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post Apr 5 2014, 03:18 PM

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QUOTE(gs20 @ Apr 5 2014, 09:41 AM)
Aquanox28

Oh you mean for KK ar? I never climb KK before. tongue.gif
Those that I mentioned are my setup for weekly hiking routine la.
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I see haha. It's ok. Thanks for your reply.
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post Apr 5 2014, 07:44 PM

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QUOTE(Aquanox28 @ Apr 4 2014, 10:59 PM)
Hi bro, thanks for sharing. May I know if the gloves managed to keep your hand warm during your climb to the summit?

How is the weather? I have recently bought a base layer (top n bottom), and I have a normal jacket with hoodie. I'm not sure if the I have sufficient protection from the cold weather during the climb to the summit.

Appreciate if anyone can provide input on what equips I can get to have sufficient thermal protection. Thanks!
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my personal experience. i wore a pair of long john, dri-fit tee, fleece jacket and windbreaker/raincoat. total 4 layers. that's enough to keep me warm. however, i was slow hiker i did not have to endure the cold wind to wait for sunrise at the peak. hence, this is subjective tongue.gif for glove, it's better to get the waterproof kind if you think you couldn't endure the cold because the rope is going to be wet.

headlight - just borrow from friend if you are not regular hiker coz u'll use for one time only. energizer headlight cost around RM 40. pls prepare spare battery.

gel/bar - have your breakfast before the summit climb. you can pop in dried fruits like raisin for quick energy refuel. reward yourself with a snicker bar after reaching the peak. during my climb, i brought muesli bar but it was too hard for my teeth to bite. lol. bring isotonic drinks like 100+ and water.

enjoy your climb!

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thanks for the heads up. based on your description, i guess i have to train harder. lol.
next questions. what to pack and wear?

seems like you hike a lot in indonesia. thumbup.gif i hiked batur before when i was in bali. awesome sunrise smile.gif

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post Apr 5 2014, 08:40 PM

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Like to share my input on energy boosters.
I don't know about you guys, but M&Ms works wonders for me.
Does miracles to a "weakling". biggrin.gif

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post Apr 5 2014, 09:50 PM

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I bought Energizer head torchlight for RM40 and tested it at Broga today, not bad but can't shine too far. Some great tips on the energy bars here, thanks!

Btw, does anyone knws do we need gloves for mount KK? and should wear short pants or long pants?
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post Apr 6 2014, 12:07 AM

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I was in Gasing this morning, first time there in the weekend. And I got a shocked by the crowd there, soooo many people! Didn't see any event going on, so I conclude it must be the usual weekend hikers doh.gif laugh.gif

This reminds me to do Broga during the weekdays when I have the chance.
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post Apr 6 2014, 09:03 PM

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QUOTE(Resha Valentine @ Apr 3 2014, 10:40 PM)
Gonna go hike Mount Kinabalu end of this month, can anyone help me where to buy these tools for cheap price but decent quality?

head torchlight
hiking gloves
insect repellent

Also, which energy bars or drink are recommended?
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Sorry for the late reply as I am away for a hike but it seems others help you a lot with their opinion.

Head torchlight - Petzl brand is one of the top 1 around RM 80 if I am not mistaken but you could go to ACE Hardware shop to get those Energizer headlamp which is sufficient for your hike.

If you are going for hiking glove in Kinabalu, this you have to judge by your own. As weather could be unpredictable in Kinabalu, you could go for two options: -

a. Those winter type of gloves - which could help you to warm your hand up but con when it comes to rain. Since most of them are wool and cotton, it will get soak and you will feel cold.
b. Those gardeners use - typical cheap but not much of the use when to keep yourself warm.

To be honest not much of the use for insect repellent there as hardly got insects buzzing around you during the hike and due to the height and the climate, that just not so comfortable for insects to disturb you.

Energy bar and drinks are personal preference. Some could get expensive energy bars like Power Bar, some opt for normal chocolate like Snikers and etc. Both serve the same function as the contain of the Energy level stated near the food code are roughly the same. Some ain't like Power Bar as it could be too sweat at times.

Same applied for drinks. The best option you are looking at will be Gatorade and 100 Plus. Some prefer taking along ORS (Oral Rehydration Salt) with mineral water.

Hope my advices do help you in your expedition.
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thanks for the heads up. based on your description, i guess i have to train harder. lol.
next questions. what to pack and wear?

seems like you hike a lot in indonesia.  thumbup.gif  i hiked batur before when i was in bali. awesome sunrise smile.gif
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I did hike a lot in Indonesia after Malaysia. Batur is relatively easy with an average of 2-2.5 hour hike and you could view the lake and Gunung Agung (a tougher mountain to hike in Bali if you are keen)

Most people will opt for Ijen Kawah and Gunung Bromo package (personally I do not prefer Ijen Kawah at all), Gunung Kerinci, Gunung Merapi, Gunung Rinjani, and many more.
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QUOTE(Aquanox28 @ Apr 4 2014, 11:59 PM)
Hi bro, thanks for sharing. May I know if the gloves managed to keep your hand warm during your climb to the summit?

How is the weather? I have recently bought a base layer (top n bottom), and I have a normal jacket with hoodie. I'm not sure if the I have sufficient protection from the cold weather during the climb to the summit.

Appreciate if anyone can provide input on what equips I can get to have sufficient thermal protection. Thanks!
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As mention to the earlier post, gloves do help just that rain doesn't help you even you are in gloves. Usage of gloves in Kinabalu - to keep you warm and to make sure you could have a better grip to grab the ropes. Normally people will grab a windbreaker.

Weather is unpredictable in Kinabalu. Hope lady luck is by your side although some said best month to hike in Kinabalu will be month of March and April.
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post Apr 6 2014, 09:20 PM

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guys where do you get your hiking apparels? will be doing nepal end of the month, wanted to get some wool/synthetic socks for the cold and long treks and it costs RM50 per pair by columbia. @@@@@

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post Apr 6 2014, 09:24 PM

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Not bad, a lot of people of responding here since I am away. Just return from my hiking trip. Crazy mountain LOL
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QUOTE(db07mufan @ Apr 6 2014, 10:20 PM)
guys where do you get your hiking apparels? will be doing nepal end of the month, wanted to get some wool/synthetic socks for the cold and long treks and it costs RM50 per pay by columbia. @@@@@
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What do you mean by per pay?
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What do you mean by per pay?
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per pair! typo sorry
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Wow it sounds a little scary now..is it really cold up in KK? i dont have a windbreaker only a jacket shocking.gif

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