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Official all things hiking thread
Posted on 3/3/21 at 10:31 pm
Posted on 3/3/21 at 10:31 pm
I will start on the 27th. I know the conservatory isn't recognizing thru hikes this year, but if I finish it thats what it is about
This post was edited on 3/19/21 at 5:47 pm
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Posted on 3/4/21 at 8:14 am to DoUrden
My cousin is attempting this year too, he's starting in August and going southbound though.
ETA: talked to him again, I got the dates wrong, he's starting at the beginning of July.
ETA: talked to him again, I got the dates wrong, he's starting at the beginning of July.
This post was edited on 3/17/21 at 2:37 pm
Posted on 3/4/21 at 11:13 am to DoUrden
Georgia section has been nice so far this year. With the nice weather, Id get out there ASAP if you can. It was starting to get crowded last weekend
Posted on 3/4/21 at 1:20 pm to NYCAuburn
Not possible, but I will be a couple of weeks ahead of the trail days bubble.
Posted on 3/4/21 at 2:40 pm to DoUrden
quote:
I will be a couple of weeks ahead of the trail days bubble.
I dont know about that, yo will probably be right in the middle.
Start stretching legs daily now. Have you weighed your pack yet?
Posted on 3/4/21 at 4:26 pm to NYCAuburn
quote:
Start stretching legs daily now. Have you weighed your pack yet?
This. Let's hear it OP?
ETA: Also your own weight. Make sure to weight yourself. I don't care about that though.
This post was edited on 3/4/21 at 4:27 pm
Posted on 3/4/21 at 5:48 pm to baldona
it will be in the 25 to 27 lb range.
According to whiteblaze around the 10th of April is the suggested time to leave to hit trail days. I am not really that interested in it.
According to whiteblaze around the 10th of April is the suggested time to leave to hit trail days. I am not really that interested in it.
This post was edited on 3/4/21 at 6:13 pm
Posted on 3/4/21 at 5:51 pm to Epic Cajun
quote:
August and going southbound though.
That's an odd time to start hiking through dec or jan in the smokies.
This post was edited on 3/4/21 at 6:17 pm
Posted on 3/4/21 at 6:43 pm to DoUrden
How bad can the weather get on this hike? Any concerns about that?
Posted on 3/4/21 at 7:33 pm to Paul Allen
You will see it all, rain (you can't make it to Maine if you don't hike in the rain) snow, fog, hot, humid, mosquito swarms. When you make it to VA you can send your cold gear home to lighten your pack for the hot months and then have it mailed back for the last leg of it in the NE.
Posted on 3/4/21 at 8:19 pm to DoUrden
You got a trail name?
Are you going to post updates anywhere? (TD, IG, YouTube, Trailjournals, etc)
If you haven't already, check out Appalachian Trials by Zack Davis. A pretty good mental prep for a thru hike, so I hear. I'm still on chapter 1.
Good luck out there.
Are you going to post updates anywhere? (TD, IG, YouTube, Trailjournals, etc)
If you haven't already, check out Appalachian Trials by Zack Davis. A pretty good mental prep for a thru hike, so I hear. I'm still on chapter 1.
Good luck out there.
Posted on 3/4/21 at 8:23 pm to DoUrden
Good luck! You should keep us updated here.
Posted on 3/4/21 at 8:47 pm to DoUrden
The most disgusting smelly place I have ever been is the Appalachian Trail Center in Harpers Ferry, WV. Pack soap, laundry detergent, and deodorant. It will be worth the weight.
Posted on 3/4/21 at 8:48 pm to Pisgah Pete
I am going to start a YT i think. I will post some pics here when I can.
No trail name yet, we will see.
No trail name yet, we will see.
This post was edited on 3/4/21 at 8:50 pm
Posted on 3/4/21 at 8:52 pm to DoUrden
Nice! I had to cancel my 2017 plans and still haven’t rescheduled.
You got a roll of this?
You got a roll of this?
Posted on 3/4/21 at 8:52 pm to Snoop Dawg
I have budgeted for one night a week staying in town for a shower, meal, bed, and recharging electronics.
Yes I nave the tape...
Yes I nave the tape...
This post was edited on 3/4/21 at 9:09 pm
Posted on 3/5/21 at 5:23 am to DoUrden
What pack you got? What’s your camp consist of? Which stove and water supplies are you using.
I bought a Gregory 65l and my hammock setup. With a fly, hammock, netting, tree straps, extra cord and underquilt, it’s a bit heavier than a tent, but I prefer it over tent and ground camping. Quality of sleep is much better (for me) in a hammock. Still haven’t bought a stove (can’t decide on one).
I bought a Gregory 65l and my hammock setup. With a fly, hammock, netting, tree straps, extra cord and underquilt, it’s a bit heavier than a tent, but I prefer it over tent and ground camping. Quality of sleep is much better (for me) in a hammock. Still haven’t bought a stove (can’t decide on one).
Posted on 3/5/21 at 7:54 am to DoUrden
quote:I think he's wanting to finish in 3-4 months. He's in shape and has a decent amount of outdoors experience (he's retired military).
That's an odd time to start hiking through dec or jan in the smokies.
Posted on 3/5/21 at 8:15 am to DLauw
Gossamer Mariposa
Gossamer Two Tent
Sawyer Squeeze
MSR Pocket Rocket 2
Gossamer Two Tent
Sawyer Squeeze
MSR Pocket Rocket 2
Posted on 3/5/21 at 8:49 am to DoUrden
awesome dude. Have fun, take your time, and keep us all posted. I'm 53 now and still have young kids so not sure I will ever get this in but I enjoy reading the journals and watching the videos.
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