I go equipped for a normal days walking when in the hills, then just remove clothes when appropriate. The only difference is the dress code. I only carry shorts when there is a distinct possibility of meeting someone.

Davie  😎

One unusual item I usually carry in my bag is a pair of gardening gloves - very useful for removing stinging nettles, especially near stiles, gates and bridges!

Keith

does rather depend on where , when and how long,
  if on several hours trek in remote country its a rucksack and enough clothes to cope with possible weather and food.   shorter walks nearer to civilisation maybe just wear a wrapround skirt and carry camera stuff and a bottle of water in a shoulder bag along with mobile, car keys, wallet etc

What do people recommend for walking naked, apart from footwear? Is a rucksack better than a shoulder bag? Any particular makes that are skin friendly?

What about "emergency shorts"? Is it better to carry them in your hand or clip them somehow to the rucksack/bag? Do you need to take an emergency T-shirt as well?

Any other tips? Is there a good sun cream that can be applied all over by yourself?

I guess it all depends on how far you are planning to walk, and on the chances of meeting anyone. To give you an idea yesterday I did a 2hr walk in an area I though might be suitable for nude walking. As it happened it was, and I was naked for three quarters of the walk.

I carried a small rucksack with a camera, drink, wallet and car keys. I normally use a homemade wrap around skirt as a cover up, as its easy to put on, and take off, quickly. Muddy boots are no problem with such a skirt unlike shorts. I normally carry the skirt it my hand.

Given that I'm using a small rucksack I would personally carry a T shirt or similar, but it depends how light you want to travel. Some people who are confidant in the area they are walking in, stash their kit at the start and go off with nothing.

Regarding the suncream the only way I found of applying it myself to my back, is by attaching a foam pad to a back brush with an elastic band, and if anyone has an better ideas I'll be interested as well.

John

Normal walking gear.

I always wear stretchy elasticated shorts to start my walk and I am still flexible enough to get in and out easily after several miles. They can get muddy inside if you are flying them on and off regularly.

The alternatives are velcro shorts and kilts (Following comments made elsewhere on the forums by walkers going barefoot a kilt can be a good introduction to fellow walkers about your lifestyle?). The shorts sometimes look a little strange but like kilts they can be quick and clean to put on and off. Kilts allow you to wear nothing beneath and be concealed whilst still air bathing 🙂

Shay

What do people recommend for walking naked, apart from footwear? Is a rucksack better than a shoulder bag? Any particular makes that are skin friendly?

For short walks I use a shoulder bag bought cheaply from Argos a couple of years ago. Longer walks mean a small day sack with a top provisions a waterproof poncho etc. The bag or day sack are large enough to take my footwear when I choose to go barefoot.

What about "emergency shorts"? Is it better to carry them in your hand or clip them somehow to the rucksack/bag?

I use a simple wrap skirt that rolls into a baton about 3" diameter and 8" long. I may put that in a bag, carry it or, with the day sack I have a couple of loops of bungy cord around one shoulder strap and can tuck the wrap under the straps. This gives easy one handed access but keeps it right out of my way.

Do you need to take an emergency T-shirt as well?

I don't use a t shirt for emergency cover. If I am seen I prefer to either stay naked or cover up with the wrap in an unhurried manner. I don't want to give the impression that I am embarrassed in any way about being a naturist and I certainly don't want to appear to feel guilty.

despite that I often carry a t shirt as well as my wrap so that I can dress for warmth or to go through a village if I need to.

Is there a good sun cream that can be applied all over by yourself?

I use Riemann P20 or P10 and get my wife to put it on my back before I leave home. One application lasts all day and it also survives me going swimming.

Have fun,

Ian.

Hi

Robert asks 'what do people recommend for walking naked'.  I'm sorry but I have to answer the obvious and say 'no clothing'!

But the real answer is that one has to dress for the walk and the climate that is expected on the day.  You must be equipped for whatever the weather and terrain are likely to throw at you in the worst case and remove clothes when and where conditions permit.  Depending on the planned walk don't forget water and food.

As Robert says footwear is generally an essential.  It is not often that one can start a walk barefoot and remain so for the whole time they are out.  This time of year I wear all terrain type sandals which are easy to carry if the ground is suitable for bare feet.  If the ground is wet or rugged I wear boots which offer good grip and support.

In fine weather I tend to carry as little as possible or preferably nothing.  Again at this time of year in the right places I set out in shorts and sandals and carry the car key on a string around my neck.  If I  do carry anything it's a rucksack purely because it doesn't swing around and get in the way.  The rucksack I use has a padded back and straps to prevent chafing.

I use velcro fastening shorts which work in the same way as a kilt/skirt and provide cover without the need to struggle shorts on over shoes or boots.  These can be slipped into and out of the net side pockets on my rucksack (probably designed to carry a bottle of water or similar).  If not they can be rolled or scrunched up and held in my hand.

I always make sure I have suitable clothing for when, or if, I'm walking through towns or villages.  But an emergency  shirt is unnecessary; I don't think any one's bothered with a 'topless' male walking in the countryside. 

There are various sun protection products and some are pressurised and can be sprayed onto the skin.  I guess the spray patten will probably reach the most difficult parts of the body.

Martin

was out for a short stroll last week with about the minimum i normally take... small shoulder bag, small camera, wallet, car keys,skirt, tee shirt and this time binoculars...would normally add some water and munchies aswell.

Has anyone tried Vibrams Five Finger shoes? Next best thing to being barefoot. 😉

No have worn those shoes but there was somebody at Nudefest with a pair. Said a bit uncomfortable walking on stones >:(

Hi

I've seen people walking (clothed) with Vibrams on their feet but would agree with the comment above that they can't be too comfortable on rough ground, especially stones and rock.

I like to walk barefoot were possible but find I usually require good strong boots to prevent my slipping and sliding about.

Martin

I was at Nudefest with my Vibram fivefingers, and I wish I had worn them sometimes.  I overdid the running/walking barefoot on some rather difficult and stony surfaces and my feet haven't recovered yet.  The Vibrams would have been ample protection for the more difficult bits. Just need a belt to hang them on when you don't need them....

A question for those who have Vibram Five Finger shoes: Do you wear them with the special five finger socks or not? My suspicion when I looked at a pair was that without a sock they would get very sweaty very quickly but adding a couple of pairs of socks pushes the bill to even sillier levels.

My natural cynicism says that I can achieve a barefoot experience without spending the thick end of £100 (or at the top end £150!!!) for the privilege. Can they really be worth that much?

Have fun,

Ian

I use a long handle, angled paint brush to apply sun lotion to my back. Easy to use and obtainable from any DIY store.