Because Bitch Hiking is a lot of fun and it’s safe.
Why it’s so much fun:
1. You are not required to pay anything but can travel the entire world. If you combine it with other activities, you can travel the entire world for $0. These other activities include Couchsurfing and Tripping for free accommodation. The free food options are less than desirable, but I’ve known people who dumpster dived for food and cooked it over a campfire or travel stove.
2. You are given tons of interesting and fun experiences.
3. You will meet some of the nicest people in the world.
4. You forget time exists. You won’t have anything holding you back.
5. It’s possible to hitch hike boats and travel overseas.
6. Something about living without money is eternally satisfying.
How does one become a hitch hiker?
It’s actually quite simple. I few useful but unnecessary items that will help you during your journey:
1. a sign for your destination
2. sleeping mat
3. sleeping bag
4. other camping gear(towel, flashlight, etc)
4. unlocked phone with GPS
5. food and water
6. at least one thumb
Be prepared to spend all day outside and be light enough to be able to walk all day.
It’s possible to go without any of those items, even a thumb, as long as you have other fingers. If you lack hands in general, I would give up your hitch hiking dreams.
Now, it’s time to plan out your trip. It’s possible to just go without any planning but it will take you much longer. In order to find the best hitch hiking spots in your city, go to the Hitchwiki, go to the search bar on the top left, and search for your cities name.
If your city is not listed, that’s OK. You have to find a good spot on your own.
What to look for when looking for a hitching location:
1. A spot the car can stop safely to pick you up.
2. A place where many people are going for long distances.
3. A spot to stand so everyone can see you.
Alternatively, you can go to a gas station and ask people for rides.
It’s best to hitch hike alone. I think it makes people more comfortable and often people don’t have space for 2 but have space for 1.
I think it’s best to have a good idea where you will go ahead of time instead of just living in the moment. With planning, you’ll get to your destination much quicker. So I will look up every city on hitchwiki and on the map and plan out where I’ll go to find rides before I walk out the door. Also, if you’re using couch surfing, It’s best leave early in the day around 8 then go 200 or 300 KM and arrive at 3 or 4 PM. This way, you will be able to have a place to stay and even if things are tough on the road, you’ll get there before it’s too late.
Speaking of that, it’s best to hitch hike early in the day from 8pm to noon. You’ll find the most rides then as you’ll find mostly the travelers who are traveling alone.
If you’re feeling adventurous, hitch hike at night. You’ll always get the most fun and crazy experiences then.
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