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Merrell makes wide sizes as does New balance.
Depends if you want boots or a trail shoe.

I think Franco hit the nail head. Comfortable light is more where I am also going
from stupid heavy-lol.

Nice job and to the point.
Thx for sharing.

Had the same problem, won't open. Would love to see
the infor.

One of the best fun video's I have ever seen. I also love the song
and made perfect sense. Thx for sharing this link.

HYOH, anymore it doesn't matter. You (the one hiking) needs to be comfortable with their choice.
The UL/Light/Traditional or whatever, its about the person being able hike and once on the trail you...

Nice video and good shot! lol

levidoug

Exped Synmat UL 7 is actually less $ when you consider that you get a stuff sack and repair kit include. Just got one a few days ago. Awesome, haven't had in real cold weather yet. Got it at REI...

I would suggest looking at the various forums for ideas on equipment also.
I bought a BA Fly creek 2p tent but I am 6' 2". I have set it up and feel it meets my needs. A bit heavier than a 1 person,...

I have been thinking about an inflatable, this helped alot.
levidoug

You might also check the new Jack Rabbit 2, got one haven't had it outside yet but set up in living room. good length. I am 6' 1''. A little more $

Thanks for infor. about max weight. I will be ordering one this week.
mybackpackingblog didn't mean to take away from the love of your life. lol

levidoug

How does it hold up in the rain? I am considering it also. I know it says 3 season but then many say that.

levidoug

Looking at getting one also. But would anyone know if you can carry more then the 35lbs. max. weight for a few days if needed, thinking while going 5 to 7 days on PCT before resupply.

The order was already done through the PCT-L list. I did get halfmile's maps and will be using them and yogi's town guide book. The nice thing about halfmile's maps are that you don't have to carry...

Also Dunsmuir, CA has train service is only 5 miles north of the trail. You can go to Castle Crag State Park. Its about 220 miles to Ashland and seems to a somewhat easy start. Depends on how much...

I have needed a good laugh. Hope to see
more.
lol again and again

levidoug

The bigger the pack the more tempted we are to fill it.
I am also tall but went with a pack at 3950 cu in. less temptation to carry
what I think I need and more what I need to carry to be safe and...

I just saw this article. I disagree with it but makes you wonder how he came to such a conclusion.

http://www.adventures-wa.com/2010/10/does-hiking-make-you-dumb.html

levidoug

Yes, when I was in one last week clerk was talking about it,
I believe about the second week if I remember right.

levidoug

You didn't fail, you learned about limits. You now have a goal
and just HYOH.

levidoug

I have been in touch with them Hiker Hostel and they asked me to wait till Oct to book. Also said maybe a small increase of about $5 but the service I understand is great with transp. and night at...

I found this it might be of help. Shows best times for each state and distance within each:
http://www.fs.fed.us/pct/

levi

Trail Name: levidoug
Direction: NOBO
Start Date: Looking at end of Feb/early March
Approach Trail: Amicalola Falls Approach Trail
still planning, coming from Oregon by train easier to keep gear...

What works for one may not, will not, or maybe it will work for next.
Each to "hike your own hike", includes before and after.
Just my my 2cents.

levidoug