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I start my training in July. This job has summers off so section hiking for the win.

Honestly, taking this job has been a huge relief. Thank you again, everyone.

I appreciate everyone's input. It really means a lot to me. My prospective job pays decently and has health coverage we really need right now. Plus, we'd like to move to a new home/apartment (don't...

That was honestly the most comforting words I've heard. Thank you.

I have a new job prospect that basically trashes my plans for next year. I'm really upset about this. The wife and I really need the money, however.

I could do sections but that doesn't have the...

Definitely watch Dixie on Homemade Wanderlust. She's got some good videos on tips and things too.

A budget is a must. Start there and see what you've got to work with.

I'm hiking the AT 2018...

That isn't what I asked.

I'm probably getting annoying at this point with all my questions. Sorry.

I was looking all over and couldn't find when the AWOL guide's for the next year are available for order/purchase. Could...

Just took a peek at the Cascade Mountain Tech and for a price like that I'd at least try them.

Any other brands out there that someone has tried? REI seems to have a large line of poles and Dicks...

I've been watching videos on gear and have seen both used so I figured it'd be an interesting question. So, experiences and comparisons of the two? Have an entirely different choice in brand? What's...

I had some weight in it (tent, bag, stove, cannister, campset, and a second larger bag.). So maybe 10 or so pounds.

I will definitely be testing whatever pack I decide on before hand.

I will...

I'm trying to stick in a range of $150.00 - $200.00 on shelter, pack, and sleeping each. So about $600.00 on them total but will spend more if needed. With that, I found a Big Anges bag that I like....

I'm definitely looking at budget gear.

My sleeping bag choice is a bit heavy and I'm looking at options but the issue is my height. I really don't want a sleeping bag a foot bigger than me and...

Okay, I'm on my computer now so I can post what I have gear-wise. As follows:

North Face Stormbreak 1 Tent (with footprint)
REI Co-op Trail Pod 29 Sleeping Bag Bag - Men's (Short) in REI Co-op...

NOBO thru-hike next year.

I was bouncing around the store today checking some prices and sizes on other gear when I decided to try on some packs.

I've got wide hips and out of the bags I tried (three different brands and...

My original plan was mail drops with homemade meal bars and meals but somewhere I read it wasn't reliable.

I've settled on meal bars and the occasional hot lunch. Almond or peanut butter (Nutella...

In truth, I don't mind a little extra weight for food in general. I will be making some dehydrated meals ahead of time and having them shipped as needed. I'm planning to carry at least an extra day's...

I have to have my coffee. I've debated switching to black for my hike but can't stand it so I'm looking at flavored creamers to bring. Or flavored cofffees. (I don't put sugar, just creamer. And I...

I'm not sure if that sounds brilliant or terrifying.

Has anyone tried the savory meal bars like Tanka or Epic?

I just found those while browsing for meal bar recipes.

I have some food issues so while I do eat some small snacks throughout the day, if I don't eat three "meals" I forget to eat enough. So having a designated "lunch" helps me keep track and makes sure...

I love summer sausage. I'm starting to see lunch = slightly larger than average snack. I'm over-thinking it.

I love the wrap ideas. I used to have single serve spam and tuna for my school lunches. For peanut butter do you carrying single servings or powder (I have powder here at home and it's extremely...

Oddly enough, that's what I have when I don't want bars or shakes. I didn't consider it for the trail.

I've got breakfast, dinner, and snacks covered. My problem is lunch. I don't make anything at home usually, preferring meal bars or shakes around the middle of the day.

Anyone have some advice,...