[pfredricks]

SNick33-well it is good to see you. I guess in that thread I referred to, you posted a good article and a discussion ensued. My favorite snick lines are about the lycra hiking shorts and the trip report of Verde Hot Springs. I guess the pot got pretty stirred up again about the whole drinking thing.

Abe and Fleschenbones- no problem

everyone else-thanks for sharing what you know. Some very good information to learn from.

Since this is friday, I am going to quit worrying about hyponatremia, and start preventing the terrible drinking condition known as hypobeeremia.
Prevention is key!!!!

Be good and take care
-Pete

[Snick33]

Lycra! why I wouldn't be seen dead in Lycra. Perhaps you are refering to my fondness of Spandex, the hefty fellows friend.

A nice, brown, Ultra Suede hunting cap, topping off a yellow, "Wet Look" slicker with a fresh pair of electirc blue Spandex hiking shorts and were talking the height of Arizona fashionable hike-wear. Snick knows fashion

[Corey]

In general folks when you sweat you loose sodium, when you drink water you can dilute the bodies sodium level even more. However, dehydration can be dangerous too, and it can lead to a condition known as rhabdomyolosis. Rhabdomyolosis results in the destruction of muscle tissue and can lead to kidney failure.
So don't stop drinking water just because you are worried about hyponatremia. It's important to stay well hydrated as well as replace electrolyts. Electrolytes include sodium, chloride, potasium, magnesium etc. A good sports drink contains most of these.
I think the best policy is to stay smart... If it's too hot outside, stay off the trails. If you are on the trail listen to your body. when you get a craving for water or salt, that's probably what your body needs...
So stay smart and stay healthy!!!