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If staying at a B&B, hotel or hostel it should not be necessary to carry more than 15–20lbs (6.5–9kg), even including food and drink. Take clothing made from lightweight wicking material and do not carry large amounts of spare clothes (follow the ‘wear one/wash one’ philosophy). Backpackers should aim for under 30lbs (13.5kg) and certainly never more than 35lbs (16kg) on a route of this nature, where food can be bought from shops, cafés and pubs at regular intervals along the trails (except on the Dava Way). People who want to take a heavy rucksack, but not to carry it, should contact a taxi company in the region that will transport baggage from place to place along these trails on a daily basis (see Appendix B).

The rucksack, the size of which will depend on whether or not camping equipment is to be carried, is possibly the most important item of gear. Make sure that it offers a comfortable carry before you set out on your holiday. A dustbin liner for the rucksack and a supply of plastic bags should keep the contents dry in heavy rain. Make sure you pack: