hikerboys cyber cafe

[Rasty]

Chicken Ankles

[hikerboy57]

those bastids

[atmilkman]

Who got it?

[Train Wreck]

ding ding ding ding ding ding ding

[Rasty]

Who got it?

Mountain Mike

[atmilkman]

Mountain Mike
And it sounded so snerious.

[Train Wreck]

Mountain Mike

Congratulations on your most prophetic and profound pronouncement!

[Mountain Mike]

Congratulations on your most prophetic and profound pronouncement!
Well thank you!:D:eek:

[Train Wreck]

Poor Coach, he missed it, now he's trying to end it all by jumping off the climbing wall. It's like the crash of 1929 all over again! :eek:

[Rasty]

Poor Coach, he missed it, now he's trying to end it all by jumping off the climbing wall. It's like the crash of 1929 all over again! :eek:

You remember the crash of 1929? Wow! :dance

[Mountain Mike]

Looks like he set his alarm to late.

[Train Wreck]

You remember the crash of 1929? Wow! :dance

I caused it :cool:

20325

[hikerboy57]

Looks like he set his alarm to late.
coach lou sleeps like a soldier. when we did the mohawk loop after the cheesecake he was back in his tent and literally in seconds we heard him snoring. in the am.up packed and ready in 15 minutes

[atmilkman]

Poor Coach, he missed it, now he's trying to end it all by jumping off the climbing wall. It's like the crash of 1929 all over again! :eek:
He's gonna be devastated.

[Rasty]

I caused it :cool:

Your Goldman Sachs?

[Mountain Mike]

What happened to OS. They mentioned him in the mail drop thread.
http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/images/Eloquent/miscgreen/quote_icon.png Originally Posted by Dogwood http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/images/Eloquent/buttonsgreen/viewpost-right.png (http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?p=1436915#post1436915)
27,000 thous thous thousand posts. Is that the highest post count?



Sly is a distant 2nd with 15K.

One Sock apparently loves to post more than anything and has 6K is just over a year. Keep your eye on him. Or her.

[Train Wreck]

Your Goldman Sachs?

Yup, been in stealth mode ever since, a little cyber post trading here, a little pohoing there...

[Rasty]

Yup, been in stealth mode ever since, a little cyber post trading here, a little pohoing there...

I used to like you! Your dead to me now! :p

[Train Wreck]

I used to like you! Your dead to me now! :p

Mmph. And here I was about to give you some insider info on chicken ankle futures.

[Train Wreck]

He's gonna be devastated.

You're giving that rickety climbing wall a lot of undeserved credit **kicks wall, mouse squeaks and runs for cover**

[Rasty]

I used to like you! Your dead to me now! :p

Mmph. And here I was about to give you some insider info on chicken ankle futures.

Chicken Ankles are always profitable.

[Train Wreck]

Chicken Ankles are always profitable.

Ah, but wouldn't you like to control the market?
Be sure to tune into my infomercial on late night cable - I'll make you a millionaire in 8 easy steps if you buy my book!

[BirdBrain]

Does that make you the Good Husband? :rolleyes:

I will let her be the judge. I will just say that I believe there is room for improvement.

[BirdBrain]

I'll see you that Proverbs 18:22 and raise you Proverhs 31:10-31. Strength and honour are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come.

Yup... the most important characteristics are often the ones laughed at or completely ignored. I am sure you have heard the cliche about men: In times of choosing a mate some men seem to be able to only supply blood to one organ at a time and the brain is often the loser.

[BirdBrain]

BB, downhill? :confused:

It is a matter of perspective. Modern conveniences are quite impressive. However, having many impressive modern conveniences rob us of the must precious asset: Time

[Train Wreck]

coach lou sleeps like a soldier. when we did the mohawk loop after the cheesecake he was back in his tent and literally in seconds we heard him snoring. in the am.up packed and ready in 15 minutes

Well, I'm guessing that 20 something degrees and spitting snow and rain would put a little hustle in anyone's bustle.
Your trip to the south will be much warmer and pleasant :)

[Train Wreck]

It is a matter of perspective. Modern conveniences are quite impressive. However, having many impressive modern conveniences rob us of the must precious asset: Time

Just how much time do you spend on WB each day? :D

[Train Wreck]

I will let her be the judge. I will just say that I believe there is room for improvement.

Hey, new signature!
I bet Gramps was really po'd when he realized that pay phones hadn't been invented yet, which meant no hiker shuttle either ;)

[rocketsocks]

What happened to OS. They mentioned him in the mail drop thread.
http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/images/Eloquent/miscgreen/quote_icon.png Originally Posted by Dogwood http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/images/Eloquent/buttonsgreen/viewpost-right.png (http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?p=1436915#post1436915)
27,000 thous thous thousand posts. Is that the highest post count?



Sly is a distant 2nd with 15K.

One Sock apparently loves to post more than anything and has 6K is just over a year. Keep your eye on him. Or her.I been out doing training!

[BirdBrain]

Hey, new signature!
I bet Gramps was really po'd when he realized that pay phones hadn't been invented yet, which meant no hiker shuttle either ;)

He did okay. He is my hero in so many ways. I wish I could have met him. I have copies of many letters written by him between 1853 and 1875. A very remarkable man.

[BirdBrain]

Tomorrow I am going to start a thread called "Cozy Thoughts". Not tonight though. I am too tired.

[rocketsocks]

I been out doing training!oh yeah? what kind of training socks.....?
Army training

[BirdBrain]

I am in training.

[BirdBrain]

I am in training.

What kind of training?

I am in Poho training, so I can be just like OS and quote myself too.

[rocketsocks]

What kind of training?

I am in Poho training, so I can be just like OS and quote myself too.That's the fact jack!

I'll bet Lone Wolf never quoted him self...it's a brave new world

[Wise Old Owl]

You know its bad when you quote yourself.

[rocketsocks]

You know its bad when you quote yourself.Yeah, I know....it's a problem....workin on it tho. any luck with the sticker search, I didn't even look yet.

[Rasty]

You know its bad when you quote yourself.Yeah, I know....it's a problem....workin on it tho. any luck with the sticker search, I didn't even look yet.

I think I found it. The second link.

[rocketsocks]

I think I found it. The second link.I went looking after that last post, and ended up reading thee entire "Wingfoot" thread from 2009...good stuff there.

[coach lou]

He's gonna be devastated.


I'm good really.....I don't get too bent when I know i'm just out of sinc.................just when I can't figure it out?:rolleyes:

[OzJacko]

I'm good really.....I don't get too bent when I know i'm just out of sinc.................just when I can't figure it out?:rolleyes:
G'day Coach!
Gotten into sync with daylight saving yet?

[Rasty]

He's gonna be devastated.


I'm good really.....I don't get too bent when I know i'm just out of sinc.................just when I can't figure it out?:rolleyes:

Your saving yourself for 30k!

[OzJacko]

Your saving yourself for 30k!
Well ATM and I should be "otherwise engaged", so the field will be easier.;)

[Rasty]

I'm good really.....I don't get too bent when I know i'm just out of sinc.................just when I can't figure it out?:rolleyes:
G'day Coach!
Gotten into sync with daylight saving yet?

It's kind of a silly thing.

[Rasty]

Your saving yourself for 30k!
Well ATM and I should be "otherwise engaged", so the field will be easier.;)

Keep in touch every once in a while. I got at least another 8 years until I could do a thru. I think I would do the Pacific Crest Trail if the opportunity came.

[hikerboy57]

lets hope theres a minimum of naysaying today

[OzJacko]

It's kind of a silly thing.
Not as silly as in Oz.
We have two states and one territory (ourselves, Queensland and the Northern Territory) who don't adopt daylight saving.
Normally we are two hours behind the east coast (Queensland, New South Wales, Tasmania and the Australian Capital Territory), and 1 and 1/2 hours behind South Australia and the Northern Territory.
When daylight saving comes in, we are 3 hours behind NSW, Vic, Tas and ACT, 2 1/2 behind SA, 2 behind Qld, and 1 1/2 behind NT.
Confused?
Qld is 1/2 hour behind SA (to their west) and and an hour behind everything to their south.
At least now the changeover date is uniform. Tasmania used to start and finish on different dates.

[OzJacko]

lets hope theres a minimum of naysaying today
G'day HB.
How are we this morning?
Still p####d at the man?

[Rasty]

It's kind of a silly thing.
Not as silly as in Oz.
We have two states and one territory (ourselves, Queensland and the Northern Territory) who don't adopt daylight saving.
Normally we are two hours behind the east coast (Queensland, New South Wales, Tasmania and the Australian Capital Territory), and 1 and 1/2 hours behind South Australia and the Northern Territory.
When daylight saving comes in, we are 3 hours behind NSW, Vic, Tas and ACT, 2 1/2 behind SA, 2 behind Qld, and 1 1/2 behind NT.
Confused?
Qld is 1/2 hour behind SA (to their west) and and an hour behind everything to their south.
At least now the changeover date is uniform. Tasmania used to start and finish on different dates.

You're right. That is worse.

[hikerboy57]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aGpqN2yAR8c

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aGpqN2yAR8c

[Rasty]

lets hope theres a minimum of naysaying today

How about a maximum level?

[OzJacko]

You're right. That is worse.
There's a big mining town (Broken Hill) in the isolated northwest of new South Wales that for various reasons uses South Australia's time zone.
It's a regular quiz night question.:D

[hikerboy57]

G'day HB.
How are we this morning?
Still p####d at the man?
im at a bit of a crossroads here.i have some inner conflicts im waiting to resolve.my dealership is getting away from the things that made it successful and taking a direction i dont agree with.sales have declined the past few months while our competitors have been somewhat steady. i believe i can right the boat and get it back on course, but that is not my job. i would ask the boss to promote me to sales manager,but im not sure i want the job. it certainly would mean less hiking opportunities and a more stressful life.but right now ive been handling many of the tasks the manager gets paid to do, i still make most of my money selling cars, so i cant spend enough time coaching the guys to get them back on track.i work my tail off, basically a troubleshooter, filling in whatever gaps i need to fill to ensure we're running effectively.and i do it because i care.
so im a selling manager, and if i left and worked somewhere else, i would be strictly in sales, without all the extra headaches and a less stressful life.
so im not sure what i want to do yet.ill meditate on it the next few days and a solution will present itself.it always does.

[coach lou]

Your saving yourself for 30k!


Your pretty smart for a young whipper snapper!

[OzJacko]

im at a bit of a crossroads here.i have some inner conflicts im waiting to resolve.my dealership is getting away from the things that made it successful and taking a direction i dont agree with.sales have declined the past few months while our competitors have been somewhat steady. i believe i can right the boat and get it back on course, but that is not my job. i would ask the boss to promote me to sales manager,but im not sure i want the job. it certainly would mean less hiking opportunities and a more stressful life.but right now ive been handling many of the tasks the manager gets paid to do, i still make most of my money selling cars, so i cant spend enough time coaching the guys to get them back on track.i work my tail off, basically a troubleshooter, filling in whatever gaps i need to fill to ensure we're running effectively.and i do it because i care.
so im a selling manager, and if i left and worked somewhere else, i would be strictly in sales, without all the extra headaches and a less stressful life.
so im not sure what i want to do yet.ill meditate on it the next few days and a solution will present itself.it always does.
In my experience, these things often give those that are "above" a wake up call that things need to be looked at.
I've always been one to tell my boss when I think he/she is a moron.
It hasn't always helped my career even when I'm tactful about how I say it.;)
Still, it always let me be comfortable with myself that I am honest about everything and that's more important to me.

[coach lou]

im at a bit of a crossroads here.i have some inner conflicts im waiting to resolve.my dealership is getting away from the things that made it successful and taking a direction i dont agree with.sales have declined the past few months while our competitors have been somewhat steady. i believe i can right the boat and get it back on course, but that is not my job. i would ask the boss to promote me to sales manager,but im not sure i want the job. it certainly would mean less hiking opportunities and a more stressful life.but right now ive been handling many of the tasks the manager gets paid to do, i still make most of my money selling cars, so i cant spend enough time coaching the guys to get them back on track.i work my tail off, basically a troubleshooter, filling in whatever gaps i need to fill to ensure we're running effectively.and i do it because i care.
so im a selling manager, and if i left and worked somewhere else, i would be strictly in sales, without all the extra headaches and a less stressful life.
so im not sure what i want to do yet.ill meditate on it the next few days and a solution will present itself.it always does.


Crappy day for career meditation. I would need to get out on 'the day after'......I've had my share.........go to the pack shops....maybe go to the matinee to see the Great & Powerful, OZ

[OzJacko]

Crappy day for career meditation. I would need to get out on 'the day after'......I've had my share.........go to the pack shops....maybe go to the matinee to see the Great & Powerful, OZ
Sounds good.
The mediocre and weak Oz doesn't get there until Saturday.:D

[coach lou]

Sounds good.
The mediocre and weak Oz doesn't get there until Saturday.:D

My household is all excited that Oz is coming!

[hikerboy57]

In my experience, these things often give those that are "above" a wake up call that things need to be looked at.
I've always been one to tell my boss when I think he/she is a moron.
It hasn't always helped my career even when I'm tactful about how I say it.;)
Still, it always let me be comfortable with myself that I am honest about everything and that's more important to me.agreed.i cant be the bobbing head doll he would probably prefer. if i see somethings wrong, i speak my mind.

[hikerboy57]

Crappy day for career meditation. I would need to get out on 'the day after'......I've had my share.........go to the pack shops....maybe go to the matinee to see the Great & Powerful, OZ
going to see jack the giant killer with my daughter alex this evening.
i went to the gear shops yesterday. picked up some more opsak bags,replaced my pocket rocket, which had a broken hinge.looked at packs, checked out an orange osprey atmos 50, same pack as i have just a tad smaller and lighter, dont like orange, so last night i ordered a grey one from backcountry.itll be here tomorrow.

[OzJacko]

I have to call it a night again sorry.
Have a few jobs before bed.
Double checking my travel file with passports, visas etc is complete.
Photocopying it all tomorrow to leave a copy here for my wife to have in case of problems.
In the next day or so I will go to the Bibbulmun Track Northern Terminus to pick a stone to take to Katahdin.
My own twist on the tradition.:D

[FatHead64]

agreed.i cant be the bobbing head doll he would probably prefer. if i see somethings wrong, i speak my mind.

Yep - good thing I don't want to go into management. As an engineer, it's my job to tell people how it is and I really can't help myself, much. Have just had to learn it's my job to tell, but they can make the decision any way they want. But you are on the money - bobbleheads are worthless.

[BirdBrain]

You know its bad when you quote yourself.

OS and BB are bad asses man.

[BirdBrain]

Well ATM and I should be "otherwise engaged", so the field will be easier.;)

I am waiting for you cyber-hikers to get out on a real hike, so us late starters can have a shot at another one.

[Gray Blazer]

lets hope theres a minimum of naysaying today

I'm positive.

[Gray Blazer]

going to see jack the giant killer with my daughter alex this evening.


That seems like a nice positive uplifting movie with a great message. :rolleyes:

[BirdBrain]

lets hope theres a minimum of naysaying today

http://cdn.memegenerator.net/instances/400x/30048336.jpg
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[Gray Blazer]

http://cdn.memegenerator.net/instances/400x/30048336.jpg
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I heard that!

[Rasty]

http://cdn.memegenerator.net/instances/400x/30048336.jpg
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Why the long face?

[Gray Blazer]

Hey, new signature!
I bet Gramps was really po'd when he realized that pay phones hadn't been invented yet, which meant no hiker shuttle either ;)

If you were older, you'd know that payphones used to be a dime. I don't know what they were before that. I guess smoke signals were free?

[Train Wreck]

If you were older, you'd know that payphones used to be a dime. I don't know what they were before that. I guess smoke signals were free?

He was counting on getting back that 15 cents in change so he could buy himself a Co-Cola and go to the nickel matinee. Neither of which were available yet, either. Poor Gramps, stuck in the wilds of Maine, no phone, vending machines, movies, or Internet. Who would willingly subject themselves to such deprivations? :p

[Rasty]

If you were older, you'd know that payphones used to be a dime. I don't know what they were before that. I guess smoke signals were free?

He was counting on getting back that 15 cents in change so he could buy himself a Co-Cola and go to the nickel matinee. Neither of which were available yet, either. Poor Gramps, stuck in the wilds of Maine, no phone, vending machines, movies, or Internet. Who would willingly subject themselves to such deprivations? :p

What's a pay phone?

[BirdBrain]

im at a bit of a crossroads here.i have some inner conflicts im waiting to resolve.my dealership is getting away from the things that made it successful and taking a direction i dont agree with.sales have declined the past few months while our competitors have been somewhat steady. i believe i can right the boat and get it back on course, but that is not my job. i would ask the boss to promote me to sales manager,but im not sure i want the job. it certainly would mean less hiking opportunities and a more stressful life.but right now ive been handling many of the tasks the manager gets paid to do, i still make most of my money selling cars, so i cant spend enough time coaching the guys to get them back on track.i work my tail off, basically a troubleshooter, filling in whatever gaps i need to fill to ensure we're running effectively.and i do it because i care.
so im a selling manager, and if i left and worked somewhere else, i would be strictly in sales, without all the extra headaches and a less stressful life.
so im not sure what i want to do yet.ill meditate on it the next few days and a solution will present itself.it always does.

Earlier I said I would not say anything ignorant here. I might be in danger of doing just that, but here goes.

You are stuck between 2 worlds. You need to get out of 1 of them. You say you do not want the headaches of the promotion, but you seem to already have them by doing many of the things that would come with the promotion. You do this because you care and do it without the pay and title that comes with the extra things you are already doing.

I have faced this very dilemma a few times in my career. In my 33 years at BIW I have worked in 7 different trades, all facilities, all shifts, in 3 different states, and for more bosses than I can count. I have been a coveted commodity to every boss because I work my ass off no matter where I go. In almost every area I see things that I feel should be done different. I have learned some things in the last 33 years.

There are really only 2 choices: 1) Move up the food chain and change things. 2) Do your job the best you can and let go of the rest.

Doing your job and what your boss should be delegating is not an option. It brings blame to you without having the positional authority to really deserve that blame. It makes your boss even more lazy and incompetent. It gives you the headaches without the reward or ability to truly make a difference.

I have found peace by being the best subordinate I can. It is such a beautiful thing to lay the responsibility at the feet of where it belongs and just do my job. I can succeed in my job, I know how to do a good job. I try to be an asset to my boss by keeping him informed and doing my job as close to perfection as I can. You can't live the other guy's life. Live your life and let the chips fall where they may. Sell your cars. Kick ass. If it collapses you will shine above all others and have another job because of your body of work. Or you could move up the food chain. I have no interest in those headaches. You might feel different.

Just my humble opinion. If I am way off, please forgive my ignorance. I am just trying to help. Okay, back to the silliness.

[BirdBrain]

He was counting on getting back that 15 cents in change so he could buy himself a Co-Cola and go to the nickel matinee. Neither of which were available yet, either. Poor Gramps, stuck in the wilds of Maine, no phone, vending machines, movies, or Internet. Who would willingly subject themselves to such deprivations? :p

I would give everything short of my soul, wife, children, and grandchildren to live his life. We are so screwed on our present course that it isn't funny. Not gonna' say why I feel that, but I firmly believe it.

[BirdBrain]

What's a pay phone?

It's that thing in your pocket, except yours costs much more.

[hikerboy57]

Earlier I said I would not say anything ignorant here. I might be in danger of doing just that, but here goes.

You are stuck between 2 worlds. You need to get out of 1 of them. You say you do not want the headaches of the promotion, but you seem to already have them by doing many of the things that would come with the promotion. You do this because you care and do it without the pay and title that comes with the extra things you are already doing.

I have faced this very dilemma a few times in my career. In my 33 years at BIW I have worked in 7 different trades, all facilities, all shifts, in 3 different states, and for more bosses than I can count. I have been a coveted commodity to every boss because I work my ass off no matter where I go. In almost every area I see things that I feel should be done different. I have learned some things in the last 33 years.

There are really only 2 choices: 1) Move up the food chain and change things. 2) Do your job the best you can and let go of the rest.

Doing your job and what your boss should be delegating is not an option. It brings blame to you without having the positional authority to really deserve that blame. It makes your boss even more lazy and incompetent. It gives you the headaches without the reward or ability to truly make a difference.

I have found peace by being the best subordinate I can. It is such a beautiful thing to lay the responsibility at the feet of where it belongs and just do my job. I can succeed in my job, I know how to do a good job. I try to be an asset to my boss by keeping him informed and doing my job as close to perfection as I can. You can't live the other guy's life. Live your life and let the chips fall where they may. Sell your cars. Kick ass. If it collapses you will shine above all others and have another job because of your body of work. Or you could move up the food chain. I have no interest in those headaches. You might feel different.

Just my humble opinion. If I am way off, please forgive my ignorance. I am just trying to help. Okay, back to the silliness.
thanks bb. and yes thats exactly the conundrum im wrestling with, but i believe in "let go let god", and given up the decision.like cat stevens says the answer lies within. as i said a solution will present itself. i was just offered a job as sales mgr for a mazda dealership, but again if i make a move right now, i wont be able to take any extended hikes for a while, and at 55 going on 56. so do i take time off now and go hiking, or do i go back to work and ride it out till august, take my maine walk and then decide after that?or do i force my hand, tell him to make me sales mgr, again sacrificing any possibility of extended trips beyond a week?
ill let the answer develop in its own time, and it surely will.by friday im sure ill have come to a conclusion

[hikerboy57]

I would give everything short of my soul, wife, children, and grandchildren to live his life. We are so screwed on our present course that it isn't funny. Not gonna' say why I feel that, but I firmly believe it.
have faith. just as the stock market climbs a wall of worry, weve successfully navigated through impending disasters and crises before.the occupy wall street movement was just the beginning.people are slowly reawakening from their comatose lives and realizing there may be a better way.

remember this one?"


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ao3FuGEGcU8

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ao3FuGEGcU8

[BirdBrain]

thanks bb. and yes thats exactly the conundrum im wrestling with, but i believe in "let go let god", and given up the decision.like cat stevens says the answer lies within. as i said a solution will present itself. i was just offered a job as sales mgr for a mazda dealership, but again if i make a move right now, i wont be able to take any extended hikes for a while, and at 55 going on 56. so do i take time off now and go hiking, or do i go back to work and ride it out till august, take my maine walk and then decide after that?or do i force my hand, tell him to make me sales mgr, again sacrificing any possibility of extended trips beyond a week?
ill let the answer develop in its own time, and it surely will.by friday im sure ill have come to a conclusion

Sounds like you are thinking clearly. You are wise to give yourself time. I am confident you will do the best thing you can based upon your priorities. All we can do is our best.

[BirdBrain]

have faith. just as the stock market climbs a wall of worry, weve successfully navigated through impending disasters and crises before.the occupy wall street movement was just the beginning.people are slowly reawakening from their comatose lives and realizing there may be a better way.

remember this one?"


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ao3FuGEGcU8

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ao3FuGEGcU8

Hey! I thought this guy came up with that. Now I'm as mad as hell and I'm not gonna take this anymore.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I9W-smdTVjA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I9W-smdTVjA

[Train Wreck]

A beautiful song with meaningful lyrics, appropriate for all of us at some times in our lives.


http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?v=6UCa5zJLqyk&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3D6UC a5zJLqyk

http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?v=6UCa5zJLqyk&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3D6UCa5zJLqyk

not in the same vein as above. Please listen.

[hikerboy57]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tEWSOPUfYF0

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tEWSOPUfYF0

[hikerboy57]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wu4OybQYNEE

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wu4OybQYNEE

[Wise Old Owl]

Wow Jackson - Haven't heard that in years... its an album down stairs...

[BirdBrain]

Okay, who was the lady that suggested using a pouch sewn to the end of a bear bag rope? The idea was that the pouch was a duel use item. It held the rock to be thrown or the para-cord and carabiner when in pack. I ask because I am considering that option as it will likely save me another 2 oz over the planned monkey-fist I was lugging. I would like to know where you got the pouch or how you made it.

[HikerMom58]

Okay, who was the lady that suggested using a pouch sewn to the end of a bear bag rope? The idea was that the pouch was a duel use item. It held the rock to be thrown or the para-cord and carabiner when in pack. I ask because I am considering that option as it will likely save me another 2 oz over the planned monkey-fist I was lugging. I would like to know where you got the pouch or how you made it.

That would be me... I'll have to get it out...

I can tell you that I didn't make it. I don't remember where my daughter got it but I can take a pic of it and post it on here. :)

PS.. I still love you Rasty Goober.

[Train Wreck]

Okay, who was the lady that suggested using a pouch sewn to the end of a bear bag rope? The idea was that the pouch was a duel use item. It held the rock to be thrown or the para-cord and carabiner when in pack. I ask because I am considering that option as it will likely save me another 2 oz over the planned monkey-fist I was lugging. I would like to know where you got the pouch or how you made it.

You can buy a very small stuff sack from REI that measures about 6 or 8 inches square. Or just go by the local Goodwill and find a small cosmetic bag with a zipper, and a loop on the end to tie the rope to. You can find some pretty patterns for a buck or so if you're not insecure about your birdhood :)

[coach lou]

You can buy a very small stuff sack from REI that measures about 6 or 8 inches square. Or just go by the local Goodwill and find a small cosmetic bag with a zipper, and a loop on the end to tie the rope to. You can find some pretty patterns for a buck or so if you're not insecure about your birdhood :)


You know, sometimes I think we have a NC Sacagawea, and then you throw in the 'Pretty Patterns' thing...and....and ..............you girls:rolleyes:

[FatHead64]

You know, sometimes I think we have a NC Sacagawea, and then you throw in the 'Pretty Patterns' thing...and....and ..............you girls:rolleyes:

.............:clap

[BirdBrain]

You can buy a very small stuff sack from REI that measures about 6 or 8 inches square. Or just go by the local Goodwill and find a small cosmetic bag with a zipper, and a loop on the end to tie the rope to. You can find some pretty patterns for a buck or so if you're not insecure about your birdhood :)

Me insecure? Have you looked at my scarf lately? I am thinking about upgrading my OR gaiters to dirty girl gators too.

[HikerMom58]

I found it BB... it's a Sea to Summit Tek Towel pouch... it's made light weight with quality mesh on it but one side and ends have the light weight fabric near the zipper... I can still take a pic if you like. Also, it has a sewn on loop that says Tek Towel.... just tie the cord on the loop. It measures 3X4. :)

[atmilkman]

A beautiful song with meaningful lyrics, appropriate for all of us at some times in our lives.


http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?v=6UCa5zJLqyk&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3D6UC a5zJLqyk

http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?v=6UCa5zJLqyk&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3D6UCa5zJLqyk

not in the same vein as above. Please listen.
That is a good one. I used to listen to it everyday on a 48 mile commute when I worked at the sock mill. Yes you heard that right - SOCK MILL. Now go ahead and have fun with it.

[BirdBrain]

I found it BB... it's a Sea to Summit Tek Towel pouch... it's made light weight with quality mesh on it but one side and ends have the light weight fabric near the zipper... I can still take a pic if you like. Also, it has a sewn on loop that says Tek Towel.... just tie the cord on the loop. It measures 3X4. :)

Something like this?

20332

[HikerMom58]

Something like this?

20332

That's it BB...:D My mesh might have slightly bigger holes.. hard to say But yeah.. that's what we use.

[BirdBrain]

You can buy a very small stuff sack from REI that measures about 6 or 8 inches square. Or just go by the local Goodwill and find a small cosmetic bag with a zipper, and a loop on the end to tie the rope to. You can find some pretty patterns for a buck or so if you're not insecure about your birdhood :)

I like the Goodwill idea. Headed to Sally's soon (that is what we call Salvation Army up here).

[atmilkman]

That is a good one. I used to listen to it everyday on a 48 mile commute when I worked at the sock mill. Yes you heard that right - SOCK MILL. Now go ahead and have fun with it.
Tell OS I got more socks than I know what to do with. Mostly Walmart made in USA in Pakistan.

[FatHead64]

That is a good one. I used to listen to it everyday on a 48 mile commute when I worked at the sock mill. Yes you heard that right - SOCK MILL. Now go ahead and have fun with it.

So you are responsible for SOCKS???

[Train Wreck]

You know, sometimes I think we have a NC Sacagawea, and then you throw in the 'Pretty Patterns' thing...and....and ..............you girls:rolleyes:

uh, excuse me, but I seem to remember that we acquired Manhattan for about $40 worth of beads or whatnot. Wasn't the lady native Americans making that call. we would have made them throw in purses and shoes :D

[Train Wreck]

I like the Goodwill idea. Headed to Sally's soon (that is what we call Salvation Army up here).

There's a Sally's chain down here too. They sell beauty salon products.

[Rasty]

You know, sometimes I think we have a NC Sacagawea, and then you throw in the 'Pretty Patterns' thing...and....and ..............you girls:rolleyes:

uh, excuse me, but I seem to remember that we acquired Manhattan for about $40 worth of beads or whatnot. Wasn't the lady native Americans making that call. we would have made them throw in purses and shoes :D

And a cheap bottle of wine!

[Train Wreck]

That is a good one. I used to listen to it everyday on a 48 mile commute when I worked at the sock mill. Yes you heard that right - SOCK MILL. Now go ahead and have fun with it.

Did you work the Schwing shift?

[Rasty]

Okay, who was the lady that suggested using a pouch sewn to the end of a bear bag rope? The idea was that the pouch was a duel use item. It held the rock to be thrown or the para-cord and carabiner when in pack. I ask because I am considering that option as it will likely save me another 2 oz over the planned monkey-fist I was lugging. I would like to know where you got the pouch or how you made it.

That would be me... I'll have to get it out...

I can tell you that I didn't make it. I don't remember where my daughter got it but I can take a pic of it and post it on here. :)

PS.. I still love you Rasty Goober.

No hard feelings! :D

[Train Wreck]

And a cheap bottle of wine!

they already had the noble native muscadine grape. Have you already forgotten the history lesson from a while back?

[BirdBrain]

No hard feelings! :D

How long have you had this problem? Do I have to find the Double Rainbow video again? Did you feel the effects of my signature?

[atmilkman]

Did you work the Schwing shift?
I was the mechanic on 4 bag sealing machines and belts that the girls were stuffing socks on. I was the only man working in direct contact with 54 women. I can tell stories.

[Rasty]

And a cheap bottle of wine!

they already had the noble native muscadine grape. Have you already forgotten the history lesson from a while back?

Muscadine is not a noble grape. It's barely a trailer park grape.

[coach lou]

I was the mechanic on 4 bag sealing machines and belts that the girls were stuffing socks on. I was the only man working in direct contact with 54 wowen. I can tell stories.

Save some for a shelter campfire!:D

[FatHead64]

I was the mechanic on 4 bag sealing machines and belts that the girls were stuffing socks on. I was the only man working in direct contact with 54 women. I can tell stories.

I know what you mean. My dad's office was all women and when I worked down there as a teenager and hung with them in the break room. Well, only having a brother, my educational boundaries were expanded!

[Train Wreck]

That's it BB...:D My mesh might have slightly bigger holes.. hard to say But yeah.. that's what we use.

The color is borrrringggg

[FatHead64]

The color is borrrringggg

Just the way guys like it.....:D

[atmilkman]

I know what you mean. My dad's office was all women and when I worked down there as a teenager and hung with them in the break room. Well, only having a brother, my educational boundaries were expanded!
That's definitely putting it mildly.

[Train Wreck]

Muscadine is not a noble grape. It's barely a trailer park grape.

Why, you little snot! :D

[coach lou]

Why, you little snot! :D


That young whipper snapper has NO respect for his elders!!!!!

[Rasty]

Muscadine is not a noble grape. It's barely a trailer park grape.

Why, you little snot! :D

got you that time.

[Rasty]

Why, you little snot! :D


That young whipper snapper has NO respect for his elders!!!!!

Everyone here is my elder. She's just mad because she forgot the history lesson, which I guess is normal as one ages! :eek:

[Train Wreck]

got you that time.

you pays your money, you takes your chances playing Cafe Roulette!

[coach lou]

You know, sometimes I think we have a NC Sacagawea, and then you throw in the 'Pretty Patterns' thing...and....and ..............you girls:rolleyes:


That young whipper snapper has NO respect for his elders!!!!!

Oh, I'm sorry young lady....see Sacagawea wouldn't even care if I went to the age thing:o......................:D

[coach lou]

Oh, I'm sorry young lady....see Sacagawea wouldn't even care if I went to the age thing:o......................:D

Wait.....I'm digging the hole deeper, aren't I......I should be better at this.......I'm on my third time around!!!!!!:datz

[Train Wreck]

Everyone here is my elder. She's just mad because she forgot the history lesson, which I guess is normal as one ages! :eek:

That would make me the equivalent of one of your hoity-toity fine wines, then! Better with age!

[Train Wreck]

Wait.....I'm digging the hole deeper, aren't I......I should be better at this.......I'm on my third time around!!!!!!:datz

You, on the other hand, are about as smooth as one day old moonshine :p

[Rasty]

Everyone here is my elder. She's just mad because she forgot the history lesson, which I guess is normal as one ages! :eek:

That would make me the equivalent of one of your hoity-toity fine wines, then! Better with age!

Depends if your red or white. A well aged Vinho Verde ain't going to be all that good. You'd like Vinho Verde. Its usually about $7 and really good.

[Rasty]

Wait.....I'm digging the hole deeper, aren't I......I should be better at this.......I'm on my third time around!!!!!!:datz

You, on the other hand, are about as smooth as one day old moonshine :p

Moonshine gets better with age?

[coach lou]

You, on the other hand, are about as smooth as one day old moonshine :p

Being a Yankee, I'm not sure how to take that. I can find merit in either vain!

[BirdBrain]

When I was young, I thought if I could just gain that one more thing I would be satisfied. Somewhere along the line I realized there is no end to the one more thing mentality. At my current age, I am more than satisfied with what I have. Quite frankly, I am trying to figure out how to get rid of much of it.

[Train Wreck]

Being a Yankee, I'm not sure how to take that. I can find merit in either vain!

Put it this way, what you don't drink, you can use to clean your lawn mower motor

[BirdBrain]

Pput it this way, what you don't drink, you can use to clean your lawn mower motor

Considering that I have not drank such things since I was 19, I could have a pretty clean lawn mower.

[BirdBrain]

Okay, I did not accomplish my goals today. I slept in, did not fly below radar, and got zero exercise. It is off to the salt mines. Later lurkers.

[Gray Blazer]

Did he say poho verde?

[HikerMom58]

The color is borrrringggg

The color choice may be boring but nothin we do at a campsite (especially hanging a bear bag) is borrrringggg... just sayin. ;) Entertaining- Yes! Boring- No

[Rasty]

Did he say poho verde?

It's from Portugal not POHOgal!

[coach lou]

Pput it this way, what you don't drink, you can use to clean your lawn mower motor

Nice.....I'm not into that 'mellowed with age' crap

[FatHead64]

The color choice may be boring but nothin we do at a campsite (especially hanging a bear bag) is borrrringggg... just sayin. ;) Entertaining- Yes! Boring- No

I remember hanging a bear bag over a rocky creek - if the bear wanted it, it was going to hurt! This was prior to all this PCT way of doing things. I will educate myself on that during my outing in May.

[BirdBrain]

GB's avatar is boring. Just saying. This is better. Green Blazer would be less boring. :)
20334

[Gray Blazer]

GB's avatar is boring. Just saying. This is better. Green Blazer would be less boring. :)
20334

Keep flying below the radar.

[hikerboy57]

When I was young, I thought if I could just gain that one more thing I would be satisfied. Somewhere along the line I realized there is no end to the one more thing mentality. At my current age, I am more than satisfied with what I have. Quite frankly, I am trying to figure out how to get rid of much of it.
its the essential goal of backpacking. to simplify. to need all you have and have all you need.that you dont need more stuff. that its not the man who dies with the most toys that wins.that its more about giving and less about getting

[Gray Blazer]

I think I just got flamed on the Questions About Shelters Thread.

[Rasty]

I think I just got flamed on the Questions About Shelters Thread.

Quit your griping!!!!!! :D

[Gray Blazer]

You had a funny post on the Paleo thread. +1

[HikerMom58]

I remember hanging a bear bag over a rocky creek - if the bear wanted it, it was going to hurt! This was prior to all this PCT way of doing things. I will educate myself on that during my outing in May.

Funny!! I would love to have video's of all of "us" hanging our bear bags...:) One of the scariest/funniest story I ever heard was reading Buns and Roses's TJ. Buns was throwing a bear line while Roses was in their tent, reading... the rock whizzed past her head after putting a huge hole in the tent.:eek:

FH.. May must be a big hiking month. :sunI can't wait!!

[Train Wreck]

GB's avatar is boring. Just saying. This is better. Green Blazer would be less boring. :)
20334

When he's being a Double Naught Seven spy, he posts under the name Gary Blazer.

[Rasty]

GB's avatar is boring. Just saying. This is better. Green Blazer would be less boring. :)
20334

When he's being a Double Naught Seven spy, he posts under the name Gary Blazer.

Or grey blazer when he's feeling English.

[Wise Old Owl]

Keep flying below the radar. Brilliant!
http://coolsciencelab.com/animated-laughing.gif





Here's one for Train Wreck... found by accident...

http://i247.photobucket.com/albums/gg158/MDA2008/MDA2009/derailed.jpg

[Train Wreck]

Brilliant!
http://coolsciencelab.com/animated-laughing.gif[/IMG



Here's one for Train Wreck... found by accident...

[IMG]http://i247.photobucket.com/albums/gg158/MDA2008/MDA2009/derailed.jpg

Made you lose your train of thought?

[rocketsocks]

OS and BB are bad asses man.Yeah...we rate!


Why the long face?that's freaking funny as....

[rocketsocks]

im at a bit of a crossroads here.i have some inner conflicts im waiting to resolve.my dealership is getting away from the things that made it successful and taking a direction i dont agree with.sales have declined the past few months while our competitors have been somewhat steady. i believe i can right the boat and get it back on course, but that is not my job. i would ask the boss to promote me to sales manager,but im not sure i want the job. it certainly would mean less hiking opportunities and a more stressful life.but right now ive been handling many of the tasks the manager gets paid to do, i still make most of my money selling cars, so i cant spend enough time coaching the guys to get them back on track.i work my tail off, basically a troubleshooter, filling in whatever gaps i need to fill to ensure we're running effectively.and i do it because i care.
so im a selling manager, and if i left and worked somewhere else, i would be strictly in sales, without all the extra headaches and a less stressful life.
so im not sure what i want to do yet.ill meditate on it the next few days and a solution will present itself.it always does.HB, I no you have the where with all to make the right chioce for you, so I'll just say, I hear ya, and feel your commitment to the job. Being a blue collar worker my whole life has left me with a few rules of engagement and observations.

1. shot glass rule...I place a shoot glass on a map with my house being at the center....I travel no farther than this to work, and if it's a job I really don't want...I flip it over and use the skinny side down.
2. Your only as good as your last job. This has proved to be more true to me as I've aged.
3. My family likes to eat, so it really doesn't matter what I think I should do.

anyway just a few I try to consider before taking a new job on, I'm sure it'll come to you.

[slow mind]

Almost 12,000 views on the has anyone seen Rifle thread. He soon will reach Mythical Beast status, sorta like Bigfoot. Some want him taken alive, some want him dead, some hope he runs free & some don't care.

[Sarcasm the elf]

I think I just got flamed on the Questions About Shelters Thread.That's okay, I believe that in accordance with Cafe rules, that entitles you to a free drink...


I got broadsided by a flame on the daylight savings thread yesterday. It seems like te less offensive the post, the more likely you are to get an angry response.

[hikerboy57]

HB, I no you have the where with all to make the right chioce for you, so I'll just say, I hear ya, and feel your commitment to the job. Being a blue collar worker my whole life has left me with a few rules of engagement and observations.

1. shot glass rule...I place a shoot glass on a map with my house being at the center....I travel no farther than this to work, and if it's a job I really don't want...I flip it over and use the skinny side down.
2. Your only as good as your last job. This has proved to be more true to me as I've aged.
3. My family likes to eat, so it really doesn't matter what I think I should do.

anyway just a few I try to consider before taking a new job on, I'm sure it'll come to you.
right now im continuing to lean toward hiking for a month or two.

[hikerboy57]

That's okay, I believe that in accordance with Cafe rules, that entitles you to a free drink...


I got broadsided by a flame on the daylight savings thread yesterday. It seems like te less offensive the post, the more likely you are to get an angry response.

dont listen to the naysayers,dave.
those bastids

[Sarcasm the elf]

dont listen to the naysayers,dave.those bastidsI always listen to them, their grumpy nonsense is usually amusing. Besides, I spend almost three hours a day commuting on I-95 and Meto North. With the kind of patience that requires there's not much a stranger on the Internet can say that would offend me.

[FatHead64]

I think I just got flamed on the Questions About Shelters Thread.That's okay, I believe that in accordance with Cafe rules, that entitles you to a free drink...


I got broadsided by a flame on the daylight savings thread yesterday. It seems like te less offensive the post, the more likely you are to get an angry response.

I'll buy you a drink. Sorry you got flamed. I'm with you - I grew up without it and turned out fine - oh wait, oops...

[hikerboy57]

I always listen to them, their grumpy nonsense is usually amusing. Besides, I spend almost three hours a day commuting on I-95 and Meto North. With the kind of patience that requires there's not much a stranger on the Internet can say that would offend me.

love the naysayers.
hate the drake

[hikerboy57]

its just naysayin.
just sayin

[slow mind]

Love the Drake, I'm looking forward to meeting the Drakette'!

[S'more]

2nd seconded

I # whatever it may the second. or its at all approve say aye, AYE!!

[S'more]

Is Sean going to propose to Lindsey or Katherine?


Who is Sean, and why is he playing those girls????

[S'more]

Does anyone know when the Azaleas bloom?

Roan Mtn? June- early to mid usually

[S'more]

Flame azaleas? late May - early June at most elevations down here


my house-- about April 15....

[S'more]

Hey S'more! There you are!
For a while we were wondering if you were No'more.

nope, just a slo'more. :D

[OzJacko]

Not sure why.
Having trouble sleeping in....
http://dailypicksandflicks.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/picdump-750-22.jpg

[OzJacko]

Where's Kayak Karl lately??
http://dailypicksandflicks.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/picdump-729-21.jpg

[hikerboy57]

hey jacko. im going. ive made the decision. now i have to work out the logistics.its the right thing to do at exactly this point in my life. i dont know how long ill stay on the trail,ill just wing it until im ready to get off.

[OzJacko]

hey jacko. im going. ive made the decision. now i have to work out the logistics.its the right thing to do at exactly this point in my life. i dont know how long ill stay on the trail,ill just wing it until im ready to get off.
Okay/
I might get in touch with Avis.
We had a Ford Focus class car booked.
Upgrade to something with more leg room might be in order.

[hikerboy57]

Okay/
I might get in touch with Avis.
We had a Ford Focus class car booked.
Upgrade to something with more leg room might be in order.
split all the costs with you. havent figured out where to stay yet when we get down there, but like everything else in my life, i expect all things to fall into place, and they do.no worries.

[Mountain Mike]

Cool HB. See you somewhere around Damascus.

[OzJacko]

split all the costs with you. havent figured out where to stay yet when we get down there, but like everything else in my life, i expect all things to fall into place, and they do.no worries.
Cost split not required.
Covered by 16th accomodation and GPS substitute duties.:D

[S'more]

The color is borrrringggg
How about neon pink?

[hikerboy57]

Cool HB. See you somewhere around Damascus.
ill see if i make it that far.looking to be out no more than 2 months'
should i bring a sharpie?

[S'more]

Depends if your red or white. A well aged Vinho Verde ain't going to be all that good. You'd like Vinho Verde. Its usually about $7 and really good.
what's the alcohol content? if it's 13 or over, it can't be all bad...... :banana

[hikerboy57]

Cost split not required.
Covered by 16th accomodation and GPS substitute duties.:D
at least ill be able to navigate you out of ny. once you hit interstate 95, itll be smooth sailing. certainly i can spell you driving

[S'more]

its the essential goal of backpacking. to simplify. to need all you have and have all you need.that you dont need more stuff. that its not the man who dies with the most toys that wins.that its more about giving and less about getting


Good answer.

[Mountain Mike]

Damascus is only about 460 miles in. I hadn't planned on doing autographs, but I can probably throw a few pics in a bounce box.

[Mountain Mike]

at least ill be able to navigate you out of ny. once you hit interstate 95, itll be smooth sailing. certainly i can spell you driving

He was planning 81 to get a glimpse of what he is about to hike.

[hikerboy57]

He was planning 81 to get a glimpse of what he is about to hike.

i think once i get them through ny, it doesnt matter. ny can be extremely confusing for someone used to driving on the wrong side of the road

[OzJacko]

at least ill be able to navigate you out of ny. once you hit interstate 95, itll be smooth sailing. certainly i can spell you driving
Car booking modified.
Spelling of driving probably not an option for insurance reasons, unless you're at Avis desk with us.
Chrysler 300 class vehicle instead of Ford Focus class.
Daniel will be pleased. He was p####d when I didn't book a Mustang.

[hikerboy57]

Car booking modified.
Spelling of driving probably not an option for insurance reasons, unless you're at Avis desk with us.
Chrysler 300 class vehicle instead of Ford Focus class.
Daniel will be pleased. He was p####d when I didn't book a Mustang.
well coach lou and i are planning to meet you once you're through customs, so thats a possibility

[S'more]

He was planning 81 to get a glimpse of what he is about to hike.

If you cruise down 77, let me know.... I'm right there. I'm thinking of maybe a few days when you get this way: north of the smokies to Grayson highlands.

[OzJacko]

i think once i get them through ny, it doesnt matter. ny can be extremely confusing for someone used to driving on the wrong side of the road
Yeah - looking at the longer (I81?) way. Heading out towards Allentown and then down. Intended staying at AT towns on the way to get a bit of knowledge of them.
I'm cool with main roads.
It's the near city stuff that makes you on edge in another country.

[HikerMom58]

hey jacko. im going. ive made the decision. now i have to work out the logistics.its the right thing to do at exactly this point in my life. i dont know how long ill stay on the trail,ill just wing it until im ready to get off.

That is awesome HB... glad you made the decision! :)

[OzJacko]

well coach lou and i are planning to meet you once you're through customs, so thats a possibility
Make sure you have your license on you then.
You may be the man for the town stuff.
I'm cool with long stints. Have a few 1000km plus days under my belt. Not looking at more than about 600km a day for this trip.

[OzJacko]

If I'd really looked at it, I should have booked that car in the first place. $44 difference is b all.

[hikerboy57]

Make sure you have your license on you then.
You may be the man for the town stuff.
I'm cool with long stints. Have a few 1000km plus days under my belt. Not looking at more than about 600km a day for this trip.
i like driving. i can drive all day.

[OzJacko]

i think once i get them through ny, it doesnt matter. ny can be extremely confusing for someone used to driving on the wrong side of the road
To be honest, the wrong side only bothered me in Europe on roundabouts.
It did my head in going the wrong way around roundabouts.

[hikerboy57]

To be honest, the wrong side only bothered me in Europe on roundabouts.
It did my head in going the wrong way around roundabouts.
im just afraid when it says bear right, youll bear left

[OzJacko]

im just afraid when it says bear right, youll bear left
My dad always told me that as long as your car is the right one for where you are it's not a problem. The driver is away from the kerb.
When in Europe, every time we took off the kids (15yo,14yo and 11yo at the time) chanted "mummy to the gutter". Was very helpful.

[Wise Old Owl]

An old man, Mr. Wallace, was living in a nursing home.
One day he appeared to be very sad and depressed.

Nurse Tracy asked him if there was anything wrong.
'Yes, Nurse Tracy ,' said Mr. Wallace.

'My Private Part died today, and I am very sad.'

Knowing her patients were a little forgetful and sometimes a little crazy, she replied, 'Oh, I'm so sorry,
Mr. Wallace. Please accept my
condolences..'

The following day, Mr. Wallace was walking down the hall with his Private Part hanging out of his pajamas.

He met Nurse Tracy . 'Mr. Wallace,' she said, 'You shouldn't be walking down the hall like that. Please put your Private Part back inside your pajamas.'

'But, Nurse Tracy I can't,' replied Mr. Wallace. 'I told you yesterday that my Private Part died.'

'Yes,' said Nurse Tracy , 'you did tell me that, but why is it hanging out of your pajamas?'

(You've gotta love this.)


'Well,' he replied, 'Today is the viewing.'

[HikerMom58]

Ok.. so this is very exciting... Now it's Oz, Daniel and Hikerboy heading for the trail.... :banana

[OzJacko]

Ok.. so this is very exciting... Now it's Oz, Daniel and Hikerboy heading for the trail.... :banana
Don't forget the ROAD TRIP!!!!!!!http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/big/big-smiley-004.gif

[Another Kevin]

Love the Drake, I'm looking forward to meeting the Drakette'!
Drakette? Is that a fancy word for 'duck?'

[OzJacko]

Gotta go for a while now folks.
Catch you in your morning.
Have a couple of appointments this morning.
I need to shower and dress.
(Too much information dept - all of the above done in my underwear):D

[HikerMom58]

ROAD TRIP!! I couldn't forget that!! When will you be hittin the road? Sunday?

[Another Kevin]

certainly i can spell you driving

So can I! Wye-oh-you dee-are-eye-vee-eye-enn-gee!

Sorry to be so obnoxious. I'm envious. (On the other hand, I've got a great job at the moment, a real opportunity to make a difference in some people's lives. No running off on a long vacation in the woods for me just yet.)

[Mountain Mike]

HB here is a POI map I made up for OZ http://goo.gl/maps/JDro2

[Another Kevin]

And - those of you in that party that are doing the thru - keep me posted on when you hit NJ/NY. I won't be able to hike with you 'coz a thru-hiker won't want to slow down to my speed - I know my limits - but I can buy you lunch in Harriman village or something.

[hikerboy57]

i was going to day trade the whole time on the trail, but all my moneys tied up in change

[hikerboy57]

HB here is a POI map I made up for OZ http://goo.gl/maps/JDro2
whats with all the m&ms?

[hikerboy57]

Drakette? Is that a fancy word for 'duck?'



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=shYbs2f-VgA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=shYbs2f-VgA

[Mountain Mike]

whats with all the m&ms?
Didn't put in milage yet.

[Mountain Mike]

They are pretty much road crossings.

[atmilkman]

hey jacko. im going. ive made the decision. now i have to work out the logistics.its the right thing to do at exactly this point in my life. i dont know how long ill stay on the trail,ill just wing it until im ready to get off.
HB if I don't catch up with you on the trail I'll see you at Train Wrecks on the 30th.

[S'more]

i was going to day trade the whole time on the trail, but all my moneys tied up in change


i got a roll of nickels. will that help?

[S'more]

HB if I don't catch up with you on the trail I'll see you at Train Wrecks on the 30th.
hmmmmm..... S'more wonders how to crash this party. :banana ;)

[Papa D]

greetings all - just checking in.

[Mountain Mike]

Hey Papa D. What have you been up to?

[Mountain Mike]

Hi S'more & ATM.

[atmilkman]

HB if I don't catch up with you on the trail I'll see you at Train Wrecks on the 30th.
Hey Oz and HB don't forget if at all possible SS wants to try and meet you guys for supper on the 20th or breakfast on the 21st.

[Mountain Mike]

hmmmmm..... S'more wonders how to crash this party. :banana ;)
It's at her cabin in the NC mountains.

[atmilkman]

Hi S'more & ATM.

Hey MM. Hows it goin'?

[atmilkman]

greetings all - just checking in.
Okay Papa. What's up. Been riding Orcas in the Antarctic.

[S'more]

Hi S'more & ATM.
HI MM and ATM!

[Mountain Mike]

Going good here. Getting excited yet?

[S'more]

It's at her cabin in the NC mountains.


yep, and I ain't that far away... even on a bad day

[Papa D]

Hey Papa D. What have you been up to?

hey Man - skiing, hiking, roaming around in the woods - just spent F/S/SU in NC climbing with some friends - just been away from the computer a bit.
hope all is well.

[atmilkman]

HI MM and ATM!
Hey there SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS'Mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmooooooooooooooooo oooorrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrreeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee.
Goin' to a party?

[S'more]

Hey there SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS'Mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmooooooooooooooooo oooorrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrreeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee.
Goin' to a party?

YOu know it Bubba!!

[atmilkman]

Going good here. Getting excited yet?
Trying to stay all cool, calm, and collective but can't help to get wound up answering all the emails with all the good lucks and all.

[hikerboy57]

Trying to stay all cool, calm, and collective but can't help to get wound up answering all the emails with all the good lucks and all.
how many times have you checked and rechecked your gear list?

[Wise Old Owl]

Well that was quick... another gun thread...If I am alone will the squirrel's shoot back?

http://media.treehugger.com/assets/images/2011/10/army_squirrel.jpg

[atmilkman]

how many times have you checked and rechecked your gear list?
Just got done doin' it 15min. ago. Just loaded the pack. This time it includes food and water.

[hikerboy57]

Just got done doin' it 15min. ago. Just loaded the pack. This time it includes food and water.
i think you better check it again

[Deer Hunter]

I was the mechanic on 4 bag sealing machines and belts that the girls were stuffing socks on. I was the only man working in direct contact with 54 women. I can tell stories.

I will remember that in case I end up bringing you into Buena Vista. Should be interesting. lol

[Mountain Mike]

Yes about time. Did you pack your bear spray inside our outside of your bear canister? Where is it in relation to your gun. Are you at least carting the proper amount of bullets?

[atmilkman]

Yes about time. Did you pack your bear spray inside our outside of your bear canister? Where is it in relation to your gun. Are you at least carting the proper amount of bullets?
I don't need bear spray. I practice the the 3B's. Budweiser, baked beans, and boiled eggs.

[Slo-go'en]

Sawed off shotgun - the ultra light answer for all round protection by those of us who can't shot straight. Or don't want to get too close.

Hey HB - when you headed for points south?

[Astro]

Took my youngest two sons to Universal today, reminded me a lot of hiking the AT. Lots of walking, even in the rain, and lots of interesting characters. :)

[hikerboy57]

Sawed off shotgun - the ultra light answer for all round protection by those of us who can't shot straight. Or don't want to get too close.

Hey HB - when you headed for points south?
ozjacko&son are flying into kennedy saturday, staying at my place saturday night. reequip at ems,rei,i guess sunday?

[Mountain Mike]

How much snow you got Slo? I miss NH. 2033820339

[Astro]

OMW? HMW? whoops---- 100-mile wilderness....;)

Thanks, I will have to remember that one.

[Astro]

Any Yoko Ono fans?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iU4Cct2aov8

AKA the lady who ended the Beatles. :D

[Slo-go'en]

How much snow you got Slo? I miss NH. 2033820339

Starting to turn into mud season pretty quick down here in the valley. It's gonna take a while to melt off the summits, I expect to see snow in some of the ravines into June.

[Train Wreck]

Almost 12,000 views on the has anyone seen Rifle thread. He soon will reach Mythical Beast status, sorta like Bigfoot. Some want him taken alive, some want him dead, some hope he runs free & some don't care.

LOL!!
I heard that the National Wildlife Federation is already lobbying to protect him under the Endangered Species Act.

[Slo-go'en]

ozjacko&son are flying into kennedy saturday, staying at my place saturday night. reequip at ems,rei,i guess sunday?

I guess that answers the question about if someone can start a hike with no prior planning, eh? Have fun, I'm about a month behind you.

[Chaco Taco]

Starting to turn into mud season pretty quick down here in the valley. It's gonna take a while to melt off the summits, I expect to see snow in some of the ravines into June.
Friend of mine is doing the winter 48's and the pics of teh trail signs on the Presi's is impressive. Snow covering some trail signs completely

[Train Wreck]

I always listen to them, their grumpy nonsense is usually amusing. Besides, I spend almost three hours a day commuting on I-95 and Meto North. With the kind of patience that requires there's not much a stranger on the Internet can say that would offend me.

You need to employ One Sock's shot glass rule when applying for jobs!

[hikerboy57]

I guess that answers the question about if someone can start a hike with no prior planning, eh? Have fun, I'm about a month behind you.
hey, its not like i have to buy gear. just have to buy 4 days of food and im set.
i mean, it is just walking, isnt it?
besides the more i plan, the more i cant stick to it.i find things just fall into place, no need to overthink it.

[HikerMom58]

I guess that answers the question about if someone can start a hike with no prior planning, eh? Have fun, I'm about a month behind you.

That's cool... you need to be added to the cafe minutes! Seriously, I'm happy for ya! :)

[Astro]

oops - my bad.
Shouldn't post tired.

Oz, no problem, I been there a few times myself. ;)

[Mountain Mike]

After years in FL I was looking forward to some ice climbing out here in SD. Just when it starts forming we get a warm spell.

[S'more]

Just got done doin' it 15min. ago. Just loaded the pack. This time it includes food and water.
what's the weight?

[Train Wreck]

ill see if i make it that far.looking to be out no more than 2 months'
should i bring a sharpie?

Only if you keep a trail journal and document the dirty deed.

[Sarcasm the elf]

Trying to stay all cool, calm, and collective but can't help to get wound up answering all the emails with all the good lucks and all.

That's why HB does it impulsively, no long wait leading up to the hike. Just enough time to sort out your gear, hijack a couple of Aussies and head down to Springer. :sun

[Papa D]

After years in FL I was looking forward to some ice climbing out here in SD. Just when it starts forming we get a warm spell.

I rock climbed on Sunday but I talked to my friend Shannon Stegg (somewhat of a famous ice climber around these parts) - he climbed a big ice climb that he put up years ago on Sunday (In North Carolina!)

[Astro]

im really leaning towards heading south and hiking for a month or so. i just ordered an atmos50 to replace my atmos65. i was gonna wait until i saw ozjackos ula, but i know i wont go wrong with the atmos. i went to rei made sure i was getting the right size, but they only had orange, so i ordered a gray one from backcountry.com.itll be here wednesday, so ill have it in time if i do decide to hike. i already have all my gear so i dont need to plan much except food for the first 4 days.

Awesome, go for it!

[Mountain Mike]

hey, its not like i have to buy gear. just have to buy 4 days of food and im set.
i mean, it is just walking, isnt it?
besides the more i plan, the more i cant stick to it.i find things just fall into place, no need to overthink it.


After one long hike it's easy to plan. Other than upgrading gear Most of my prepping was dreaming more than planning. Food drops I used for smaller places I just set up a grocery bag with number of days food I needed. Did all my food shopping in about 2 hrs (had to go to two stores & got some strange looks with all the tuna, pastas, crackers & PB) then just did a rotation of meals till bags were done.

[hikerboy57]

That's why HB does it impulsively, no long wait leading up to the hike. Just enough time to sort out your gear, hijack a couple of Aussies and head down to Springer. :sun
very nicely put

[Astro]

Does anyone know when the Azaleas bloom?

Probably depends on where you are. Ours usually mid to late March.

[Sarcasm the elf]

I rock climbed on Sunday but I talked to my friend Shannon Stegg (somewhat of a famous ice climber around these parts) - he climbed a big ice climb that he put up years ago on Sunday (In North Carolina!)

Very cool. I got my first taste of ice climbing last month, by this time next year I'll probably be addicted! (I'd be addicted already, but we haven't had enough ice this year)

[Chaco Taco]

very nicely put
are you thruhiking this year?

[hikerboy57]

After one long hike it's easy to plan. Other than upgrading gear Most of my prepping was dreaming more than planning. Food drops I used for smaller places I just set up a grocery bag with number of days food I needed. Did all my food shopping in about 2 hrs (had to go to two stores & got some strange looks with all the tuna, pastas, crackers & PB) then just did a rotation of meals till bags were done.
im always afraid if i plan too much ill end up bringing something stupid(like a marmot rain hat) or worse, leave out something important while repacking for the 30th time.
ive got my jump box, has all my gear all in one place for a trip, just add bag,pad, tent, im good to go(just remembered have to get my poles out of the trunk of my car,although i may not bring them. my new atmos 50 arrives tomorrow,

[Train Wreck]

hmmmmm..... S'more wonders how to crash this party. :banana ;)

Head west! pm you in a minute!

[Slo-go'en]

Thats a plan - of sorts.