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1. My choices are a 40 degree quilt and a 20 degree quilt. I really can't justify another one, so I will start with the 20. You raise a good point about moisture and cool temps.
2. I am a native...

I am planning a 2020 Flip Flop (HF>ME, HF>GA) starting April 26th after the Flip Flop Festival in Harpers Ferry. This itinerary was made necessary due to a family wedding. I see a lot of AT gear...

Trail Name: Wazo
Direction/Start Location: Flip Flop starting Harpers Ferry. HF -> ME HF->GA
Start date: April 26, 2020

NOTE: This is a change is itinerary and in start date than initially...

Trail Name : Wazo
Direction/Start Location (if other than either terminus): NOBO
Estimated Start Date 03/08/2020
Approach Trail - yes or no: Yes

Trail Name: Wazo
Direction: Flip from NY-->ME, NY-->GA
Estimated Start Date June 16th

bewildering might be a key point there, thus the post here for information.

Thanks to all. I think it will be the quilt + thermoball + some silk or wool long underware.

I am going on a 5 week section hike starting at Standing Bear (just north of GSMNP) in NC up into VA starting on Sept 8 and ending around Oct 17th.

I'd like to get some information about...

Great videos.

A few thoughts. First, your pad has an R value of 3.2. For a winter start, you might want to consider something with an R value over 5. The NeoAir XTerm has an R value of 5.7. As already pointed...

OK, he did ask for comments; I stand corrected.

Funny that nobody actually answered this guy but found it better to give their opinion on when he wants to start. I see this a lot here. A person asks a very straight forward question and only gets...

Thanks to jred321 for putting so much thought and time into your response. I really do appreciate it a lot.

Wazo

I actually have weighed every item I own. If it is a to be purchased, it is marked with a star. In those cases, I have either gone with the weight listed in the specs, if available. If is isn't...

Thanks again to everyone for your time and suggestions. Very kind.

tape and ointment in first aid kit.

Here is my list. I am planning a Feb 23rd start. Last year they had single digit temps in Feb. thus all the clothes. My clothes might be a bit excessive but I am from Phoenix. I think 50 is cold....

Here is my list. I am planning a Feb 23rd start. Last year they had single digit temps in Feb. thus all the clothes. My clothes might be a bit excessive but I am from Phoenix. I think 50 is cold....

But what more does it take to get back to Waynesboro instead of Harper's Ferry from Katahdin...is the question.[/QUOTE]

You'd likely have to get a shuttle. There is Greyhound from DC to SW VA...

I updated my gear list based on feedback I've gotten here adn from others. It is kind of a work in progress. Thanks for your help. I really am very grateful.

Zman - Thanks. This is all really good advice. The minimo is a gift and I will likely stick with it knowing that it just about doubles my stove/pot combined weight - a luxuary item of sorts. The...

If anyone is willing, I would appreciate a review of my current gear list. My start date is 2/25, so I am a bit heavy on the clothing weight compared to someone starting 6 weeks later, I'd guess.
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Total change of plans

Direction: NOBO
Estimated start date 2/25
Approach Trail - no

I have been clean for 22 years (11-16-92). I have to admit that what I've read about the party atmosphere at the shelters might not be the most conducive for staying clean. I am really a very live...

Hi. I am planning to start at Mt. Rogers NRA Headquarters (Marion, VA) in early to mid-March. I'd like to get an early start. Starting at that in Marion seems like a good place to start a flip flop...