Hiking in a Kilt

[Clockwork John]

Just got back from a 2 night camping trip in Hot Springs, NC. I wore my UK Workman's the entire time. It can get a little warm (of course, mine is also black, which might have something to do with it), but for hanging around camp and such, nothin' beats it! Also, the multitude of pockets comes in handy for all those little "tools" you need while camping, ie extra pipe tobacco, pipe lighter, pipe cleaners, tamper... I have taken the UK on many a camping trip and highly recommend it.

It just isn't the same going camping (or kilted, for that matter) without a good pipe...

[flyv65]

As you can see from my avatar, a UK works just fine for short hikes (less than 10 to 12 miles a day, I'd say). If you're making good time, consider Body-Glide (as has been mentioned earlier), or wearing a long-legged brief. Other than that, I find my UK dried easily in our Western Environment, and was cool in wam weather.

Bryan...good luck with your decision...

[shrednwail]

I'm looking at the original UK in olive green... they don't have any of my size in stock right now, unfortunately.
Still haven't decided on going commando on the trail or not... I'll probably try it, and pack a pair of briefs, just in case.
And I will agree with Crusty... it's not a complete trip in the outdoors without a pipe and some good tobacco.

[flyv65]

... it's not a complete trip in the outdoors without a pipe and some good tobacco.

I like to carry my flask with me, maybe with a bit of the Glenmorangie Madiera finish, or the the Balvenie doublewood.

Bryan...then again, ya gotta love the Macallan cask strength...