W-6 Getting close

We are now in the final throws of our preparations. Obviously top of the list is blister cures with 6 packs arriving today - Compeed no less. I thought they only did one type but I am now an expert - toes, heals, soles, .... the only one they seem to lack is for the full foot. The other interesting thing to arrive is base layers. I have to say that its crept up on us. What is a base layer ? For those in the know its an essential piece of clothing that is breathable and dry. Out with the ubiqious cotton tee shirt and in with the base layer. I think by the end of this adventure we will be walking experts on what to wear and what not to. The big question outstanding for me is the head wear... baseball cap, floppy hat or woolly. I will have a think