Although the word "GORP" has not yet made it to Webster's dictionary,
sonner or later, GORP becomes a staple in most hiker's and cyclist's
lingo.
According to historical accounts, the derivation of this unusual term
stems from the abbreviated--Good Ole' Raisins and Peanuts. Known to
restore life in any weary cyclist, GORP consists of any high energy
mixture of nuts, seeds, dried fruit, and chocolate bits (traditionall
M&M's). Some dedicated GORP-lovers would not even think of exploring
the wild outdoors without their own, conveniently located, GORP fix.
The ingredients of GORP depend on the imagination and taste of the
eaters. One way to please an entire group is to combine one cup of
everyone's favorite GORP ingredient. The possibilities are of course
endless...
