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    Pack weights are all over the board, but I'd say...

    Pack weights are all over the board, but I'd say you're in decent shape in the low to mid 30's. Some go ultra light and are below that. Others, myself included, carry a bit more.

    I carried a few...
  2. Last year at this time I was experiencing the...

    Last year at this time I was experiencing the same excitement and counting the days. I can remember the feeling and I definitely miss it. I will be with you in spirit for sure.

    I wish you all a...
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    Great Tool ! Didn't know about it. ...

    Great Tool !

    Didn't know about it.

    Thanks,
    QP
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    Poll: OK It's been 5 years and we still don't...

    OK

    It's been 5 years and we still don't know...

    Did she take the ring or not ??
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    The 100 Mile Wilderness might be OK. I don't...

    The 100 Mile Wilderness might be OK. I don't recall any really shear drop-offs, etc.

    As mentioned several times already... Katahdin would be a problem for anyone with a fear of heights, cliffs,...
  6. Not the most difficult thing I've ever done, but...

    Not the most difficult thing I've ever done, but it was tough... Mainly due to the duration.

    And, it was an awesome trip.
    I don't consider it my most significant accomplishment, but it...
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    I used to wear liners. I quit using them a few...

    I used to wear liners. I quit using them a few years ago. The only difference... I have one less pair of socks to carry, wash, etc.
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    I've owned a pair of Crestas for several years. I...

    I've owned a pair of Crestas for several years. I wore them last year from Springer Mountain to Damascus. As I started my thru on March 12th, I expected to be hiking a bit in snow... I was right! I'm...
  9. I really enjoyed the BBQ at Three Lil' Pigs when...

    I really enjoyed the BBQ at Three Lil' Pigs when I came thru.
  10. Not enough info

    Would need a lot more information to answer your question. Sanity is not something I know a lot about :).

    Regarding the thru-hike; Go for it! Based on where you are in your life right now, it...
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    C-Seeker is right. You live in a great area to...

    C-Seeker is right. You live in a great area to sample the trail and do some training. You're 20 miles west of Ashby Gap or Snickers Gap so you can jump out there on the "Roller Coaster" very easily....
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    Oops.. Forgot. We're both in Winchester so if...

    Oops..

    Forgot. We're both in Winchester so if you're looking for someone to hike with as you train this winter... I'm always looking for a excuse to get out there.

    I don't know how much long...
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    Well, I'm not sure why you don't want to do any...

    Well, I'm not sure why you don't want to do any maildrops... that's your choice, but a mail drop or two would sure be helpful for switching out winter to summer gear and back, etc. Living in...
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    I would do it differently next time.

    Here's what I did... I carried a PEEK emailer, typed my entry and emailed it to my daughter. She copy/pasted it into Trailjournals as I didn't have access to the internet. The PEEK is only for email...
  15. I planned to start my thru-hike with some guys I...

    I planned to start my thru-hike with some guys I met on these forums (here and trailplace). They were not planning to hike the Approach so I started a day early in order hike it and meet them at...
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    Interesting, I think would do the same. I ended...

    Interesting, I think would do the same. I ended up flip-flopping on my thru this year after having to take time off for an illness. I didn't set out to go faster on the sobo, however the avg. MPD was...
  17. If no one had mentioned they were having trouble;...

    If no one had mentioned they were having trouble; I might panic cuz I'd think I had yet "another" computer problem... Whew!
  18. I haven't been able to pull up the site either......

    I haven't been able to pull up the site either... for 2 days.

    There is definitely a problem.
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    I've been to Springer once. That time I parked at...

    I've been to Springer once. That time I parked at FS 43 and hiked south. I've never been to Amicalola Falls so this time, I'm taking the Approach. My wife and I are planning to spend a little time at...
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    I would keep it inside (low and against my back)...

    I would keep it inside (low and against my back) if it fit. If not, that pack has straps right above the zipper opening for the sleeping bag. That's where I hang my tent.... cuz it won't fit...
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    Good Stuff. For years I used a 4 ft "stick"....

    Good Stuff.

    For years I used a 4 ft "stick". Now, I have a pair of Leki poles.

    I've never used the straps and thought about taking them off. After reviewing these posts and the youtube, I'm...
  22. Candle lanterns?? Anyone carry them?

    Candle lanterns?? Anyone carry them?
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    I wish him well. Hope he does, but I fear Lone...

    I wish him well. Hope he does, but I fear Lone Wolf is right.
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    I will also be starting on March 12th. I plan to...

    I will also be starting on March 12th. I plan to hike the Approach Trail on the 11th and camp at Springer Mt. shelter that evening. Look forward to seeing you on the trail.

    QP
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    Springer Fever... Yes!

    21 days; 21 hours, 46 minutes, 51 sec. no 46 sec.... no 43...

    Yep, definitely got it.

    And Cabin Fever.

    And I'm Stir Crazy.

    Is it Terminous??
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