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I'm planning on doing that this year (2020, leaving approximately March 15th). I have a 25 foot motor home and a small scooter and will be shuttling myself back and forth up the trail. I'm not...

Dagwood,

Don't worry about the dog. If you are going to be in a tent don't worry. You probably need to let viewers know your physical conditioning, and experience for them to suggest a hike.
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Neonshaw

If possible try to arrange to have your daughter bring a friend. I took a similar route with my 16 year old daughter (and her friend) last year. We started with a night in Gatlinberg,...

Nature Girl,

I used esbits on a thirty day hike a few years back. They start quick, they burn hot, and they are great fire starters if the wood is damp at the shelters on the campsite.

The bad...

Good boots, gaitors, gloves, hand warmers(in the bag at night), a good book, a lot of extra money for hotels/hostels/food. Many people who leave early in the year end up going slow due to short...

A couple of considerations,

Blisters (on feet and/or hips). Solve these problems immediately. Once/If you destroy your feet or hips hang up the bag.

Walking time. I usually get up before...

I've hiked that section a number of times and it is not a week long hike. I have hiked it a few times in three days. Easy trail. In my opinion the hike is more downhill (relative) going from...

1) Large wide brim hat. Keeps rain from running on face and down the neck.
2) Small umbrella as appropriate. On balds and areas that tree limbs are not a factor.
3) Try to walk early in the...

I have three Jansport Rainier external backpacks. One for me and a couple for kids and friends. I am following one on Ebay as we speak. It will expire/close this Saturday. See link below or go to...

I'll second the rail riders eco mesh long sleeve shirt in the cool weather or the hot sun. It is very thin and will keep the sun off of you, but has mesh lining along the sides to allow air in...

Once you check in for your flight go to the screening area and ask the TSA to examine your luggage/backpack while you are standing there. Once the inspection is completed you can secure your...

Try www.railriders.com. Great clothing gear that last forever.

I hike with a Jansport "ranier". They don't make these any more. I have found them for sale on ebay occassionally. I like the easy access to the compartments (quick pack up and easy to unpack), and...

I bring along a couple of small hand warmers. They last 6 hours and when you put them inside the sleeping bag at bed time you can sleep through a blizzard.

I think I met up with him at ICE Water Springs and we did haul ass all the way to Erwin. I dropped him off at the Holiday Inn express with a young lady. He gave me a business card (I may have...

These pants are not cheap but they are the best. Go to railriders.com and look for "weatherpants". These are lightwest and bombproof and will last forever. Read about them before you make a final...

This is not to minimize the pain you are in or the expertise of the doctors you are visiting, but I had stiffness in nees and wrists (and been diagnosed with CTS), and have found a great deal of...

This seems adequate to me. My only concern is that I have enough dry clothing when I get to camp so I can change into dry/warm clothes and hop in my bag if needed.

A pair of long jons, some warm...

I would like to add that the esbits are poisonous, and they leave a layer of soot on your pot. You can put th pot in a bag but soon the bag(s) get nasty, and for me the esbits (poison and soot) are...

Start by getting your pack down to 25-30 pounds (without food and water). My pack weight without food and water is 22-23 pounds. You have way to much stuff. Review some of the gear list on white...