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    Stayed there in 2016! As was mentioned; clean,...

    Stayed there in 2016! As was mentioned; clean, good food, decent people. Be aware that they close the restaurant at 3:00 PM on Friday to get ready for the Sabbath dinner; and hikers are invited to...
  2. Everybody has different ideas as to what is truly...

    Everybody has different ideas as to what is truly essential, and what can be considered non-essential. A lot depends on how important creature comforts are to you, and how you can adapt without them....
  3. While I have followed everyones take on the...

    While I have followed everyones take on the "ethics" of hiking at this time; it really isn't a question of ethics. It's a public health issue!! The ethical question will emerge when two critically...
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    Stop and go home to be with your family!

    Stop and go home to be with your family!
  5. Don't bother; you won't have the time or energy....

    Don't bother; you won't have the time or energy. If eating beans is your thing, order from Harmony House; they do the work for you. All you have to do is soak them for a little while when you get to...
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    The Cabins in the Woods; Stecoah Gap, NC 143....

    The Cabins in the Woods; Stecoah Gap, NC 143.
    980-406-6446
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    No matter what workout regimen you choose;...

    No matter what workout regimen you choose; stretch everyday, get flexible. Wouldn't hurt to do Yoga or Pilates!!
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    I've done two 850 mile sections in 2016 and 2018....

    I've done two 850 mile sections in 2016 and 2018. In 2016, I intended to do a thru hike, but became a section hiker due to injury, and had to head home. For me, I have the time, and enjoy doing...
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    Like most old guys, I take some regular meds....

    Like most old guys, I take some regular meds. Aside from the potential legal issues, I wouldn't go thru the hassle of a bounce box. Carry a copy of your Rx with you, because there will be plenty of...
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    Catawba Grocery is really just a small...

    Catawba Grocery is really just a small convenience store where you can get a pizza, and some short term resupply. I don't think that they allow camping any longer. However, about 0.3 mi down the road...
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    The weather in March on the ridge will be very...

    The weather in March on the ridge will be very cold, and winter storms are a strong possibility. Make sure that you and your family are prepared with the proper clothing, footwear, gaiters, etc....
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    ATweather.org

    ATweather.org
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    Cut off the bottom 4" of a Smartwater bottle.

    Cut off the bottom 4" of a Smartwater bottle.
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    What a shame! One of the top 3 hostels on the...

    What a shame! One of the top 3 hostels on the trail. I have fond memories of my stay in 2016; and Jody's restaurant quality meals. Craig, if you are reading this post; I hope that you follow thru...
  15. I carry 2 full smart water bottles; attach my...

    I carry 2 full smart water bottles; attach my Sawyer to one of them, and drink right out of the bottle. Don't carry Sawyer filter bags, or any bladders for additional water. When the Smartwater...
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    The three too's; "too heavy, too fast, too long"

    The three too's; "too heavy, too fast, too long"
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    The harder the better. Some hard cheeses don't...

    The harder the better. Some hard cheeses don't ever require refrigeration.
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    Crocs Swiftwater Sandal; 13.8 oz. Very...

    Crocs Swiftwater Sandal; 13.8 oz. Very comfortable.
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    Tri Cities to Erwin 25 mi Adkins VA to Tri...

    Tri Cities to Erwin 25 mi
    Adkins VA to Tri Cities 67 mi
    hikershuttles.com in Erwin
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    The restroom in Newfound gap is way nicer than...

    The restroom in Newfound gap is way nicer than the Doyle ! And a lot cleaner, if that matters to you.
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    Started at Springer 04/07/2018; snow and low 20's...

    Started at Springer 04/07/2018; snow and low 20's the first night; but the most miserable was on 04/15 at Bly Gap. Mid teens, 40+ mph winds, snow blowing sideways ! Too dangerous to camp on the...
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    If I had only 3 weeks, I'd go from Erwin TN (not...

    If I had only 3 weeks, I'd go from Erwin TN (not too far from Tri Cities airport) to Pearisburg VA (near Blacksburg and Roanoke) This will allow you to experience the Roan Highlands and Grayson...
  23. Hot Springs to Asheville Airport shouldn't be too...

    Hot Springs to Asheville Airport shouldn't be too difficult to arrange; and Allentown to Palmerton is only 19 mi. As was mentioned, it's $145 to fly AVL to Allentown; and with only two shuttles to...
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    Being in good shape, and being in hiker shape are...

    Being in good shape, and being in hiker shape are two entirely different things; especially if you have never backpacked with a full load. It takes most thru hikers awhile to build up to decent daily...
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    If you have a pre-existing knee issue, you may...

    If you have a pre-existing knee issue, you may need a brace. But, what is really important going downhill is good hiking technique. Knee straps won't help if you pound the downhills, and then...
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