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I posted the previous thread and then was banned from responding to negtive comments from the ancient moderators who contol this site. It's very typical behavior of people who are scared of change....

I've noticed that this site seems to be slowly dying and on life support. Has anyone thought about a makeover for this website? WhiteBlaze seems extremely outdated and bland like plain oatmeal. As...

My newest pairing is the GET Good Feet Store orthotics (with insert) over a thin yoga mat insert using Altra Paradigm 6. Wow.

The Good Feet Store orthotics were great with the Hokas no doubt, but...

A number of thru-hikers and triple crowners have used Big Agnes despite the extra ounces.

I noticed that Nemo seemed to overfill the bag to ensure an accurate temperature rating. The water resistant foot box is also very cool. My Western Mountaineering 20 degree bag unfortunately didn't...

Boy, that's a great question Ohiohiker. As an afterthought, and if the stores were close to each other, I probably would just to make sure. Or, at least have the store manager confirm what you...

I recently picked up a Nemo sleeping bag with the vents and easy-zip system. It's amazing. Best sleeping bag I've ever owned. I've also owned an expensive Western Mountaineering and a Montbell...

I never even took them out of the box. I received them as a corporate gift and they can't be returned. They're new stock from 2023. I hike almost every day and unfortunately they're just not my...

I read that 75 million Baby Boomers will be retired by 2030. That's a lot of potential hikers.

I think the great Andrew Skurka wears mittens and a pair of rubber gloves used for washing dishes to keep his hands dry and insulated.

I agree with you Tipi. Sometimes it's better to keep it simple and not go down the rabbit hole. I experienced the same hassle until I found the right inserts for the right shoes. I tried my...

I was surprised by the PCT fire hike-ending numbers too Traveler. I read that a number of thru-hikers in 2022 had respiroty illnesses which forced them off trail. I was also intrigued by the...

+1, it's probably like sticking a candle to the top of your head. You could do it, but it's probably not a good idea.

Just the opposite Montana, and I apologize for the misunderstanding. I think wanting to thru-hike (or hike in general) is posssibly our subconscious desire to tap into our programmed need to be...

I did a basic search on WhiteBlaze and didn't notice that anyone mentioned this site as a resource. The owner has been collecting data on thru-hikes and I found it interesting:
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I appreciate the information peakbagger. Data on thru-hikes indicates that approximately 50% of hikers expereince increased foot size while hiking (link below). I'm now a wide as well. It would...

I received an email response from Limmer today regarding narrowing after a resole. They said that they resole hundreds of pairs per year and narrowing after a resole is less than 1%. They also said...

You're correct. The homeless population is not 100% mentally ill. It's closer to 30% as you indicated. However, I didn't say mental illness. I said "mental health issues". There's a difference...

According to HUD, if you're not on a lease or own property, then you're considered homeless. It doesn't matter if you're employed making 100K per year and couchsurfing, you're still considered...

You may want to look up stats on homeless populations. No one chooses to be homeless and all homelessness causes mental and physical health issues. Wouldn't being hungry or thirsty cause hunger or...

They're through The Good Feet Store and called Gait Enhancement Technology orthotics (they're the black ones). These ones are specifically maintainers and used by athletes. You need to be custom...

Statistically speaking, you're more likely to be killed by your own doctor...which is the 6th leading cause of death. So if you see your doctor while hiking, just turn around and run the other...

Is the original question referring to danger due to wildlife or people? I haven't heard of any bears applying for gun permits, but homeless numbers in the USA are on the rise and the disenfranchised...

Have you seen the movie The Game Changers?

https://vumoo.to/movies/the-game-changers-2018

Hey peakbagger -- First of all, mad respect for your contributions on this site. It's an honor to get a response from you. When you had your limmer's resoled, didn't they use the existing holes in...