Funky Wellies Are a Must In Our Festival Guide!
Posted: Wednesday, May 21, 2008
by Tony Ryder
Fred's
Summer is on the way and that means festival season. We all know that wellies are not the most flattering of footwear, but they are essential, as are other areas of festival survival. Take a look at my 2008 festival season handy guide to preparation for your festival, whether the sun is beaming or the skies are pouring!
Tip 1. Wellies are a must! In recent years people have opted for hiking boots, but should the weather become really wet, the mud will ride up your legs and you will be more concerned about this than the great acts on stage. If travelling by car, why not leave your wellies in the boot, that way your tent will be kept clean, if you have no car, why not seek for a cheap boot bag to store your boots in.
Tip 3. Try not to take too much money, and if you need to, spread it around. Ensure you keep all your money in one place, if you do and you lose it, you lose everything and that means no BEER!
Tip 4. Be careful with your mobile and if need be, take an old mobile phone that has a spare battery, if you lose it, you can still enjoy the festival.
Tip 5. The nights are dark and the toilet visit during the night is much easier with a torch. Have one handing near the door of the tent and ensure it has new batteries ready to go.
Tip 6. Wet wipes are a godsend, they are easy to use and will be a godsend all weekend! Just ensure you seal the top after use to prevent drying out. You should also take some small freezer bags with you to ensure everything stays dry during the period the tent is up.
Tip 7. Arrive early to get a good spot, and look for the high ground to reduce the risk of flooding. Start from the bottom and peg it to the floor first so the wind should not embarrass you.
Tip 8. Water is key. You will need it for your hands, but more importantly for your teeth. Why waste time queuing? Simply use a mouthful of water and brush your teeth by the tent.
Tip 9. Sun lotion is a must, so apply as soon as you wake and at intervals throughout the day. The worst feeling is when you are burnt. Visit Superdrug and get a handy little mini tube of sun lotion, or search online for free samples. Always keep your lotion handy, you will need it during the day.
Tip 10. Finally, some people are boring and buy dull wellies, you will see these abandoned around the field when you are leaving. If you get stuck driving away from the festival, simply stick an abandoned welly under each back wheel and see the difference in grip! You see, wellies are not just for wearing!
A great store for wellies is Freds Clothing , they have a massive range of funky wellies, clothing and festival equipment including funky wellies . Remember that your wellies will last you many years, so ensure you take them home with you after the festival.
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