Here are few posts we've done on backpacking with our Weimaraner. Not an expert, everyone is different, but happy to share what works for us. :-)
Hiking with a Dog Part 1
Hiking with a Dog Part...
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Here are few posts we've done on backpacking with our Weimaraner. Not an expert, everyone is different, but happy to share what works for us. :-)
Hiking with a Dog Part 1
Hiking with a Dog Part...
We hiked 4 months (Ga to NY) with our Weimaraner last year and towns were the most challenging part. He is also a velcro dog and even with the two of us, it was still a challenge. I am NOT...
Hey Rash! We hiked with our Weimaraner last year and it's definitely a challenge to bring a dog on the trail, but we had a great time with him. I wrote two blog posts about what we learned and tips...
Shoot - sorry it took me so long to respond, I didn't see your question until now! I'd say Rooney's pack weight was ~8-9 lbs heading out of town (he weighed 80 lbs and was solid muscle) and maybe...
Haha, let me guess... like he was swimming through the air, right?
Serial and I used the Granite Gear ones with Rooney for a bit, but he refuses to use any boots now. One thing to consider, as an alternative to boots, is a paw wax. We used Mushers Wax on the AT...
We used the Granite Gear Long Howl Dog Pack and it held about 85% of our dog's gear and food, we had to carry the rest. But I don't think we could have put a larger pack on him, it was just that...
Thanks! He's a good boy!
I actually kept track of my calories in / calories out while I was hiking. I used a phone app that was specific to my height, weight and heart rate. I'm a female and was 30 when I hiked last year,...
I used a Big Agnes Air Core for 1400 miles with my dog and it took a beating from him without breaking down or puncturing. My dog walked all over that thing every night without issue. They are 20"...
I used the Aura 65 on my section this year (GA-NY) and it was great. It's not as cushy as other packs, but it's really sturdy and supported my 30 lbs of gear, food and water. I liked that it has so...
I have both the 65 and the 50. For my AT hike I used the 65 and it was the right size for cold weather gear. The 50 or even a little smaller would work well for the summer months. I loved both...
I wore the 30 day extended wear contacts and used re-wetting drops each morning when I woke up to give them a fresher feeling. Each pair usually lasted 35-40 days and I carried 5 spare pairs of...
Here are a few that I follow this year. They all have posts written by women, but some are hiking as a couple which makes for a different journal than a solo woman. Enjoy!
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Peakbagger - fantastic point. Tipi - what a great picture! Here's Rooney...he may look tortured by the coat, but he actually loved it on cold nights.
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I did about 1300 miles on the AT this year with my dog and for the first month we used a raw, dehydrated food like the original link. Different brand, but same idea. Honestly, it wasn't worth it at...
Hi there. We did about 1300 miles on the AT this year (GA-NJ) with our dog, a 2.5 year old Weimaraner, and I'd be happy to talk to you about specific questions if you have them. In general...
My boyfriend and I are starting the 8th or 9th on the approach trail. His trail name is Serial and I don't have one yet, but my name is Jill. See you guys out there!
Montrail Masochists work great for me... I use green superfeet for both running and hiking. The shoes go from box to trail with no breaking in and are so comfortable. They come in a gortex version...
I'm doing this as a 30th celebration too! And I'm from Chicago :-) Not too many of my friends from back home have even heard of the AT so it's nice to see your post - hope to meet you out there!...
Trail Name: TBD
Direction: NOBO
Estimated Start Date: Mid-April
Approach Trail - yes or no: No
any additional info that you want the world to know: Will be hiking with my boyfriend & our...
That's a great pic of yours! Weims are just so happy to be hiking - I can't wait.
my boyfriend and i are leaving around the same time - see you out there!
Hi Lindsey! Congrats on planning your thru - I'll be out there in 2012 too! I can relate to your question completely, but from your husband's side. I am dating a fully addicted hiker and have...
Rooney in the Grayson Highlands - beautiful fall day!