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  1. Thread: dog ?'ss

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    Here are few posts we've done on backpacking with...

    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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    We hiked 4 months (Ga to NY) with our Weimaraner...

    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...
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    Hey Rash! We hiked with our Weimaraner last year...

    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...
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    Shoot - sorry it took me so long to respond, I...

    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...
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    Haha, let me guess... like he was swimming...

    Haha, let me guess... like he was swimming through the air, right?
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    Serial and I used the Granite Gear ones with...

    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...
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    We used the Granite Gear Long Howl Dog Pack and...

    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...
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    Thanks! He's a good boy!

    Thanks! He's a good boy!
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    I actually kept track of my calories in /...

    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,...
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    I used a Big Agnes Air Core for 1400 miles with...

    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"...
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    I used the Aura 65 on my section this year...

    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...
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    I have both the 65 and the 50. For my AT hike I...

    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...
  13. I wore the 30 day extended wear contacts and used...

    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...
  14. Here are a few that I follow this year. They all...

    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...

    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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  16. I did about 1300 miles on the AT this year with...

    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...
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    Hi there. We did about 1300 miles on the AT this...

    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...
  18. My boyfriend and I are starting the 8th or 9th on...

    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!
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    Montrail Masochists work great for me... I use...

    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...
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    I'm doing this as a 30th celebration too! And...

    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!...
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    Trail Name: TBD Direction: NOBO Estimated...

    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...
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    That's a great pic of yours! Weims are just so...

    That's a great pic of yours! Weims are just so happy to be hiking - I can't wait.
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    my boyfriend and i are leaving around the same...

    my boyfriend and i are leaving around the same time - see you out there!
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    Hi Lindsey! Congrats on planning your thru -...

    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...
  25. Thread: Dog Photos

    by JybbaGirl
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    Rooney in the Grayson Highlands - beautiful fall...

    Rooney in the Grayson Highlands - beautiful fall day!
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