David Curtis

Completed: 13 June, 2021

Start date: 30 April, 2021
Age When Completed: 60
Direction Walked: Northbound

Track Towns and Supplies

Did you have any issues finding food/supplies? Yes
I significantly over-prepared and had to send food home. Factor-in the fresh food available at the towns that you pass through. Allow yourself the luxury of a small amount of comfort food at the end of each day.

Your Story or Advice for Others

General Comments
A unique and unforgettable journey with my brother.

Your Best Equipment
Very happy with all my equipment. No failures. Salomon X Radiant mid boots are light and tough, no blisters and after a clean look like new after 1,000 km and handled every type of terrain. Mountain Designs Pioneer 70L backpack is tough and well designed. Mountain Designs Travelite 740 sleeping bag is warm. Thermals and wet weather gear also performed well.

Your Worst Equipment
None, but rarely needed my sunglasses.

Advice for Others
Plan and prepare. Give yourself something to look forward to at the end of each day. Reviewing my photos and chocolate worked for me. Look after your feet. Take the journey one day at a time.

Trip Details

How you completed the Bibbulmun Track:

All at once

Who did you complete the Track with? Other - Richard Curtis
Was undertaking your hike the PRIMARY/MAIN purpose of your TRAVEL from where you currently live? No

Your Experience

Favourite Section
All sections had their attractions and difficulties but I nominate Mt Helena to Kalamunda because it is scenic and almost home.

Highlight of your trip
Finding an excellent campsite companion who became a friend and a part of our journey. Thanks for the helping hand on Mt Cook and your great paintings. My 60th birthday and the miracle campfire. The maintenance crew/track angels at Swamp Oak for, amongst other things, the cupcakes. The night skies and lunar eclipse.