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    So glad to see others remember and appreciate...

    So glad to see others remember and appreciate "Bill Bryson is a candy ass!" Thank you, Mr. Tarlin, for a fine time in Rutland in 2009. Hike on...
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    I'm 5'4" and BigFish is 6'2". We've also...

    I'm 5'4" and BigFish is 6'2". We've also estimated a 5:3 ratio on our steps. However, in rocky stretches, my 8.5-size feet can usually step between the rocks and his 14s have to step on them or...
  3. Thread: Uber to Campo?

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    Yes!! And does it have a cool spring with shady...

    Yes!! And does it have a cool spring with shady trees?
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    Thanks for the practical, level-headed advice -...

    Thanks for the practical, level-headed advice - much appreciated!

    In reading other AZT threads, I've found some positive feedback on Guthook's ap...and we'll also carry maps for the southern...
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    Making some lemonade outta lemons and starting...

    Making some lemonade outta lemons and starting the AZT next week. Resurrected this thread b/c of all the awesome tips up-thread.

    Any advice for how far we should try to get from the border the...
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    What size? Preference on left zip or right zip? ...

    What size? Preference on left zip or right zip?

    I have a 5'6" Highlite (1/2 zip on left) I may want to sell.
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    I hiked the PCT NOBO last year and we vaguely...

    I hiked the PCT NOBO last year and we vaguely heard about the fires down south, but we were preoccupied with the fires up north. Taking a closer look at this Lake Fire closure, I'll say that's a...
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    The section from Lower Shake to Hikertown was...

    The section from Lower Shake to Hikertown was wonderful! Lots of big oaks and shade - enjoy that section before you hit the aquaduct (which has its own set of, ahem, charms).
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    Correction - Vasque Mantras are 8.5 wide.

    Correction - Vasque Mantras are 8.5 wide.
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    Most thru-hikers or Sierra lashers pick up their...

    Most thru-hikers or Sierra lashers pick up their bear canister at Kennedy Meadows south and get rid of it at Sonora Pass (Kennedy Meadows north). If memory serves, the southern point at which a bear...
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    shoes for sale - it's a relative bonanza!

    Nothing says "buy my gear!" like a dancing banana...

    All shoes are women's. I googled these to see what the going rate is out on the interwebs. Pricing is competitive and accounts for wear.
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    cascadias - 8, 9, 10, etc.?

    Are Brook's Cascadias still one of the "favored" trail runners for a PCT thru? I continue to lament the extinction of the Montrail Hardrocks (07/08) that carried me on my AT thru-hike in 2009.

    I...
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    I used the CS1 on my AT thru-hike in 2009. Love,...

    I used the CS1 on my AT thru-hike in 2009. Love, love, LOVE it and it's still going strong. Even the duct tape I used to patch a cinder burn has stuck through 5 years of use :). Quick set-up; near...
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    visit green mountain house in manchester center,...

    visit green mountain house in manchester center, the bear's den in virginia, and lakeshore house pub/laundromat in monson. i was ridiculously excited that i could have a beer and do my laundry at the...
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    lpoo - have fun wherever you're going. i didn't...

    lpoo - have fun wherever you're going. i didn't see a hat or toothpaste on your list. you'll also want a foodbag (preferably waterproof). and i really like having a lightweight caribiner. based on my...
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    hey chance...it's firecracker. one of them is...

    hey chance...it's firecracker. one of them is named Ed and another one might be Mike. that's all i got. been off the AT too long. have fun on the PCT!!
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    prom attire with very large sombreros.

    prom attire with very large sombreros.
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    oh, don't forget beauty spot.

    oh, don't forget beauty spot.
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    all of the above. especially duncannon; green...

    all of the above. especially duncannon; green mountain house in manchester center, vt; the inn @ long trail; elmer's in hot springs; rebecca's pub & laundromat in monson; pierce pond; and...some of...
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    as someone who regretfully did not stay at the...

    as someone who regretfully did not stay at the happy hiker hollow in 2009 and as someone who stayed somewhere else in atkins, i respectfully advise hikers to stay at the hollow. learn from my...
  21. Thread: Am I Wrong?

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    and, someday, you can show them this thread.

    and, someday, you can show them this thread.
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    distinct ipa styles?

    (yes, i know these are not 6 distinct brewing styles, but who doesn't like to put in their 2 cents about beer? and, obviously, i'm an ipa freak.)
    stoudt's scarlet lady ale :banana
    dogfish head 60...
  23. Thread: Hikes in Skirts

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    love my MH kilt

    i actually bought a MH guy's kilt at full price and it was worth *every penny.* the MH girl's hiking skirt doesn't (or, didn't, as the case may be) have enough pockets and i didn't like the feel of...
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    i did my thru last year (2009) and turned 40 on...

    i did my thru last year (2009) and turned 40 on the trail. i was 10 years out of grad school and was able to gather a nice nest egg and take a leave of absence. (i hesitate to call myself "pre"...
  25. Thread: AT Tattoo

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    don't have it yet, but intend on getting "2,178"...

    don't have it yet, but intend on getting "2,178" across the top of my right foot. i've been told that a foot tattoo takes a bit of time to heal (at least a week or so). have to find a week when i...
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