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Going NOBO
Starting March 21
Doing the Approach Trail

I attempted to Thru hike in 2016 and completed a quarter of the way. Due to injury I was forced to get off for the...

Hey man, I am from Jersey as well. When do you plan to start?
I will be posting status/pics/video on a facebook fan page. https://www.facebook.com/On-The-Trail-Mikes-Journey-505921889568658/

O Wow, yea we're on the same train. I'll be getting onto the train at Newark which departs at 2:37. Currently my plan is to arrive at Gainesville on the 20 and hitch a ride to the Amicalola. Stay...

Hey El JP, that is awesome that you live in Union City. When are you leaving to get on the train? When do you plan on starting?

So I bought my Amtrak ticket on Feb. 4th from Newark, NJ to Gainesville, GA. First time ever riding Amtrak. Thanks everyone for answering all my questions. The service doesn't have checked baggage...

Additional Question: If I was to go to the dinning or lounge car, do I take my pack with me? With not knowing who will touch it is it best to keep my eyes on it? Will it be safe when not watching...

+1 Compactor Trash Bag

Thanks everyone for the advice, it looks like I decided to take Amtrak. I feel it is the best route to go. More comfortable so I can get up and stretch, better scenic views, can get up and walk to...

Hey all, I live in New Jersey and am looking for ideas to get to Amicalola Falls in March to start my Thru Hike. I was looking at the Greyhound bus. Does anyone have experience using the bus for...

This registration is NOT new. It is voluntary and helps the ATC get an idea of how many people are attempting/on the trail. Not sure how long they have been doing it but it's been a couple years.

What degree would you'll recommend for a give or take mid March start at Springer? I did some browsing and here are some bags that I saw.
Western Mountaineering ~ 20F ~ 1lb 12oz
Western...

Ok, here is more information. I am 30/M/5'5"/ from NJ and like to sleep at any position (back, sides, stomach). Yea, I missed the winter/spring to test out the new bag.

I attempted my NOBO thru...

Hey all, sorry if it's been asked already but I am prepping for my 2018 AT Thru Hike starting in March. I am in looking to update my sleeping bag and in need of a new one. I am looking for...

Thanks for the tip, I take your post into planning my restart and figure out my plans

Glad to hear from someone who has dealt with it before. I went to a regular orthopedic and non sports doctor. O wow, I am not sure why he is having me in the boot this long. For me the pain is...

Yea, not sure what the doctor will say. Although it isn't a "failure" it is hard for me not hiking to complete it. I am not too worried about going NOBO as I'm sure I'll be seeing people within my...

Hey everyone, so I wanted some advice on what I should do pertaining my A.T. Thru.


I was going NOBO this year but my my foot started to hurt out of no where. I decided to take it easy by doing...

I plan to start from Amicalola Falls on April 8th.

How did you like the La Sportive Wildcats? I just bought them for my thru.... going to test them out. They felt good in the store.

Hey Kenl and Richs, I just saw this post and live in NJ. It'll be great to join your chat.

Hey Mountain Squid, I saw the spreadsheet. Looks awesome. Just wanted to update my info.
I have registered with the ATC and plan to start on April 8th going NOBO. Starting at Amicalola Falls to...

Hi, I plan to do NOBO starting at Amicalola Falls on April 8th. It'll be awesome to chat and get ready for our thru hikes.

I live Hudson County, NJ.... basically near the Lincoln Tunnel. Plan to start on 4/8 going NOBO

Yea, it probably won't matter. But, I am going to want the updates version anyway. It is just a weird thing, that I need to need to have the same year guide book with the year I'm doing the AT.

How did you like the Moment DW? I'm thinking about 2016 NOBO and am thinking about getting that one for the thru.