THE THING nobody seems to tell you about backpacking is that actually sleeping is the hard part. You’ve carried your gear to the top of the hill, enjoyed the sunset and replenished calories burned. And a few hours later, chances are that you’re sleeping fitfully – maybe due to being uncomfortable, too hot or cold, or disturbed by night-time noises.
Even long-distance walkers might find themselves struggling to sleep well after a week or more on the trail. So, what can you do to stack the odds in your favour and finally drift off into a backpacking dreamland?
Sleep systems
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Insulation is compressed underneath you, but
