A: I don’t think the hike is going to be too challenging, but we might be exposed to the sun for long periods of time, so be sure to take a sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and a chapstick for the lips.
B: Of course, and plenty of water. I assume we can get fresh water at the peak, but I will pack at least three liters. I don’t want to dehydrate.
A: It’s also important to keep your energy levels up. The guide recommends we bring snacks, sandwiches, fruit and chocolate for the trail.
Photo: Paul Cooper, Taipei Times 照片:台北時報古德謙
B: I have to be careful with my knees. I’ll be wearing some knee sleeves for support. I think I’ll also take a couple of hiking sticks.
A: 我想這山路應該不會太難走,可是我們可能會在太陽底下好長一段時間,所以記得要帶遮陽帽、太陽眼鏡,還有護脣膏。
B: 當然,還要帶很多水。山頂應該會有乾淨的水,可是我還是會帶至少三公升的水,因為我才不想要脫水咧。
A: 保持體力也是很重要的。嚮導建議我們帶零食、三明治、水果和巧克力,可以在路上吃。
B: 我的膝蓋有點問題,得要小心點。我會穿護膝來增加支撐力。我應該也會帶兩支登山杖。
(Paul Cooper, Taipei Times/台北時報林俐凱譯)
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