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I used to carry my Glock 19 in an Eberlestock large padded accessory pouch attached to my packs hip belt. This was a decent option but a bit uncomfortable. The pouch would slide around and I didn't...

When I was younger my dad used to take us hiking (he was actually scouting for hunting spots most of the time). It was ok but I never really got into it. When I grew up I wasn't really interested in...

My fear of heights was worse before I started hiking. Hiking has actually helped somehow.

I use my 2013 version. If I were to thru hike I would get the latest one. Not really necessary for day trips and multi day trips.

Once around Rausch Gap Shelter. I had a lot on my mind that morning and took off on a day hike in the wrong direction. I figured it out a few miles in. It ended up being a really nice hike. It wasn't...

$55 Gonna get a MSR Pocket Rocket.

I wouldn't want to go down that section.

I did it last year. I didn't think it was that bad. Take your time. There's some nice views. Once you get to the top its nice and flat for a while. I'm looking forward to doing it again this summer.

About 20 miles from Palmerton and various other AT trailheads in PA

If you can't find your size in the 5.11 TDU belt, put 2 of them together to make 1 long belt. The buckle is low profile enough that it shouldn't be a problem.

I have a pair of lowtop Moabs. They rub the inside of my left heal. I thought it was just a weird defect but I've tried on other pairs of lowtop Moabs and they do the same thing (only on my left...

I always carry a photo copy of the AWOL guide section that I am hiking. Not sure if that counts or not. I will use maps when I visit other parks and trails for the first time. My pre trip planning is...

About a month. Planning to do a few miles around Allentown Shelter this weekend.

Stress relief. If you hike far enough you can come up with a solution to most problems. The main reason that I hike is for a sense of accomplishment. I love looking back at my maps, pics, miles...

What's your biggest fear on the trail? Twisting an ankle, bears, snakes, ticks, hypothermia, etc...

Mine are spraining an ankle (especially living and hiking in PA), and tick born illnesses...

Just curious...

What do you consider yourself? If you had to choose one word to describe yourself and your relation to the outdoors, what would it be? Hiker, adventurer, mountaineer, explorer,...

If you can't find an alternative to your ILBE pack you can lighten it up by cutting off any parts that you don't need (radio pocket, MOLLE, lengths of cinch straps that arent being used, etc). It...

Sounds like a good start date!

Not so much for hiking but decent camping / outdoor gear: Eno Doublenest hammock w/ suspension, lifestraw, flashlight, emergency matches. I also got a few gift cards. I think I will use those to...