Preparing for Glastonbury 2010

So its coming close to the time when I’ve to pay the balance on my Glastonbury ticket so I’ve decided to go shopping and correct some of the mistakes I made last year.

1. Wellies

Last year I borrowed a pair of wellies (thanks john). this resulted in much time wasted trying to get them on and off (especially when a little drunk), and rub marks appearing on my legs due to prolonged use over the 5 days we were there.

This year I have opted to buy some waterproof walking boots and several pairs of long walking socks. I picked up my Hi-Tec walking boots for £35 from an outlet and got some free socks into the bargain. Although they wont be suitable for deep puddles, they will prove to be more versatile, comfortable and easy to get on and off and I can always lace them 1/2 way up should it be a sunny day (fingers crossed).

2. Sleeping Bag

If anyone wants a 1 man sleeping bag… used only once for last years Glastonbury then get in touch… you can have it!

This year I’ve been bought (thanks Jo) a double sleeping bag with a cotton inside. This will help me get to sleep better, providing more room to move around, additional warmth (its freezing at nights) and comfort as the polyester inside of my old sleeping bag became clingy and often took to wrapping its self around me making me uncomfortable.

3. Food

This year I wont be taking any food accept for some cereal bars for breakfast. The food there is pretty cheap at around £3 for a plate full of food.

4. Water

I will only be taking 1 refillable bottle of water with me this year. Just top up when your in the line to wash in a morning.

5. Booze

I’m taking a bottle of jack and a few bottles of premium cola this year. Last year we too too much booze which almost killed me transporting it from the car to the tent. I also made the mistake of choosing a cheap bourbon which after a day or so became the nastiest drink ever lol.

6. Clothes

I’m taking an extra set of clothes this year to go home in. It is evident that after sleeping in a tent for 5 nights without any proper showers and only a stand pipe to wash from that you’re going to pong. save the embarasment of the journey home and the numerous service station stop-offs by changing and if possible having a shower in the service stations.

7. Going Home

We plan to leave on the night of the last event. Last year we stayed over until the morning after and was stuck in the car parks for over 4 hours which was a nightmare. So on the last day you will see me carrying my stuff back to the car in the morning before the gigs start.