I got my bag tag in the mail today 03/21/2016. If you have not received yours yet, be patient. I'm sure it's coming. On another note, I also got my new ZPacks shelter. Today was a good day! ...
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I got my bag tag in the mail today 03/21/2016. If you have not received yours yet, be patient. I'm sure it's coming. On another note, I also got my new ZPacks shelter. Today was a good day! ...
Nope, it's not! I work at Okemo in VT...today was challenging to say the least. It's 55 and raining here now, I am not sure how we are going to make it through the weekend! The extended forecast...
It's official, just booked my seat on the Crescent line from D.C. to Gainesville. I guess I am really doing this :) I start first week in April.
As someone who is about to start a Thru, I find this topic very interesting. Instead of defining what is "Creepy", which I believe is when someone makes you feel uncomfortable, what would be a...
I've been on WB for quite some time....how have I never seen this thread??? Umm, yes I am a deadhead! Just old enough to have seen Jerry play, it was at Highgate(VT) in June of 1995. They played...
Not sure yet if I'm flying to Atlanta and then taking a shuttle, catching a ride or possibly taking Amtrak. After reading this post, Amtrak sounds like a pretty good idea!
I wasn't planning on it...not because it's cold or snowy. I work as a snowboard instructor, so I am out in the snow and cold plenty. Honestly, I'm not going to have two days off in a row until...
Thank you all for the responses! About what I expected. I knew I would get varied responses....that's what I was looking for! Mainly to see what points or issues would come up that were not coming...
I have a helinox ultralite umbrella that I am planning on bringing with me. It weighs 7oz and is awesome! I figure if I don't need it, I can throw it in my bounce box, or ship it home. It comes in...
I am finally almost finished purchasing all my gear for my upcoming thru attempt in April.....however, The one last major purchase is my shelter. I can't seem to make up my mind, so I figure I'd try...
I've definitely watched this video before. I didn't know you guys were from my neck of the woods though! I'm planning on making a thru attempt this year, wouldn't mind having a meet up and question...
Sierra Designs Mobile Mummy 800 3 Season Comfort Rating 27* Limit Rating 16* 2lbs 4oz LOVE!
If you like to hike in a travel type shirt, Exofficio has their Minimo Shirts as well as lots of other stuff on sale right now. The minimo shirt only weighs 5 ounces for a Men's size large. It is...
Googan, why can't you find Patagucci's? I just ordered the thermal and light weight capilene base layers top and bottoms in size large! Not sure where you're looking, but they definitely have them...
Only reason I'm driving to VA is to leave my car at my brothers house, also it'll be more accessible should something come up while I'm on the trail in the southern states. I'll probably take a bus...
I have struggled with this in the past. I like audio books downloaded to my phone. If the ear buds bother you, use the internal speaker on the phone, and turn the volume to a level that you can...
YWBZ.....Yellow Blazzin'
Susiegear, I am in a very similar situation as far as employment goes. I'm giving up a stable position in a great environment with suportive co-workers. I do have the ability to return in 6 months...
Great Answer! I was born and raised there...Can't wait to walk there from GA this summer.
I'll be heading to Springer from New England, but I won't be leaving until April 1st at the earliest, probably staying in NoVA for a few days to visit family, and possibly make a quick trip to...
Perfect! I think I would like to participate!
I am with you on that...I think I tried it one winter...I'll be putting a razor in my bounce box
I would never advise someone on such a personal decision, do what feels right. I have figured out that basically there are two pursuits in life. The pursuit of money and wealth, or the pursuit of...
Trail Name-TBD
Direction-NOBO
Estimated Start Date-04/03/2016
Approach Trail - yes
any additional info that you want the world to know
Over 20 years in the making!! It looks like the stars...
I'm planning on a NOBO hike mid March 2009