I wrote this text on the 6th of April, 2025. On that day, there was an ersatz winter in April.
I felt tremendously cold when I left home on that beautiful day (it was generally sunny). The truth is that it was only 4 degrees Celsius (39 degrees Fahrenheit). What did I wear? I wore the www.adammazek.com t-shirt, shorts, and sneakers. Did I wear a winter cap or gloves? No, I decided I won’t need them. I not only wanted to feel the overwhelming weight on my back and shoulders (I rucked with a backpack weighing 32 kg [71 lbs]), but also the chilling cold from my head to toes. How happy I was once I did over 10k steps and took over 180 photos on Warsaw’s streets.
After a fatiguing week at my office job, doing street photography, rucking in frigid temperatures, and feeling its coldness, it’s what I desired.
Now, while writing this text, I feel not only tremendous joy but also physical fatigue. The thrill of capturing the essence of Warsaw’s streets in the cold was invigorating. After all, try to walk with 32 kg on your back and shoulders for two hours, my Dear Friend. Or do not try to do it. It can be hazardous for you. Start with small weights. For example, if you do not work out for a long time, just pack two big bottles full of water. In the beginning, it should be enough.
What about the weather forecast for the upcoming days? Will the ersatz of winter last long in April 2025? I do not pay attention to it as I probably will have to focus on my office job. Still, I hope I will be able to do some street photography. Perhaps in the second half of this week, I will be able to do street photography and ruck. Keep your fingers crossed for me, my Dear Friend.
