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    That settles it then......Sticking with my...

    That settles it then......Sticking with my Sawyer. Thanks folks!
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    I too have a Sawyer, I am just considering it as...

    I too have a Sawyer, I am just considering it as opposed to Nalgene in case anything happened to my Sawyer. (Freeze etc.)
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    OKO Water Bottles - Trusted?

    Has anyone used one of these for their hiking? They claim the filter blocks a lot of things. Just curious on opinions. It seems like a decent "all in one" option if the claims are real.
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  4. How feasible is it to bring a flask on the AT for...

    How feasible is it to bring a flask on the AT for a thru? Are there states/counties/parks with ban hammers? Is it common for people to bring liquid gold?
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    I am one of the lucky ones who can take...

    I am one of the lucky ones who can take melatonin. Doesn't work for everyone though. Within 30 minutes of taking it, my eyes start to get that tired burn and I am out for 6-7 hours. Perhaps that...
  6. 20112 Manassas zip, but closer to Dale City.

    20112 Manassas zip, but closer to Dale City.
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    Nearly shared it on my FB page. Saw was...

    Nearly shared it on my FB page. Saw was unlisted. I enjoyed it, thanks.
  8. Thread: Fire ants?

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    Looks like after Georgia, you have a minimal...

    Looks like after Georgia, you have a minimal risk. http://maps.acesag.auburn.edu/Imported_Fire_Ant_US_Distribution/default.aspx

    Plus, if you start NOBO during the colder months, they are even...
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    I will be going SOBO in June and for the second...

    I will be going SOBO in June and for the second question, really close to Hoadly and Dale Blvd. :)

    I look forward to seeing others on the trail so we can share the triumph together.
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    Here is scan of it Yanky. ...

    Here is scan of it Yanky. http://i.imgur.com/OIpzpRv.jpg

    And yes, I find that I can already out hike some of my thin friends. I struggle on inclines, but the rest I can coast for miles and they...
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    My story made the news

    Happy to say my story made the local news. Whiteblaze.net folks deserve much thanks for helping me continue to learn as much as possible about safe hiking.

    I hesitated to share, but decided to in...
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    I sent a text to another hiker in that area to...

    I sent a text to another hiker in that area to look out for him and to pass the message along. I will help coordinate if I get a reply.
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    Buns are an issue as well if eggs were used in...

    Buns are an issue as well if eggs were used in the baking process. I eat my sandwiches with lettuce as my "bun" when I cannot find vegan friendly bread.
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    Ok thanks. Wanted to be sure it was not taboo.

    Ok thanks. Wanted to be sure it was not taboo.
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    Trail name question

    In short: Could/should a name be given even before a thru-hike?

    I ask because my SOBO is 2016. I choose not to give myself a name, I want it to be given. I was hiking with a couple of buddies...
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    I bought Under Armour Boxerjox. 9 inch inseam. ...

    I bought Under Armour Boxerjox. 9 inch inseam. Zero chafing ever again. I would chafe so bad after a 5 mile hike that I would bleed. Zero issue with that now and no chemicals needed. I hope it...
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    Appreciate all of the answers. I knew you all...

    Appreciate all of the answers. I knew you all would be able to help. I will toughen up the feet and that should help reduce. I get it with or without GTX. Boots and trail runners too. Probably...
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    Blisters on balls of feet

    Any advice for what causes that? I get them whether the toe box is too tight, too wide, footwear too long......I have even purchased insoles and it doesn't help prevent. I am at a loss and do not...
  19. Thread: To walk alone

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    People commonly confuse introversion with...

    People commonly confuse introversion with shyness. Extroverts can be the quietest one in a room and introverts might be the chattiest. They are not the same thing.

    Introverts need their "alone"...
  20. Rob, 2017 I am wanting to summit Long's peak. ...

    Rob, 2017 I am wanting to summit Long's peak. Can I look you up then?
  21. 100 in 5 days would be a challenge for me at this...

    100 in 5 days would be a challenge for me at this present time. The most I ever did for a day hike was 17.2 miles. But, I do like the idea of dropping my car off on one end and having a friend drop...
  22. Thank you all. Shutter is sharing a lot of what...

    Thank you all. Shutter is sharing a lot of what he knows and I will definitely be picking more of your brains over the next 2 years. I have a lot to learn. Unlike some.....I am willing to learn...
  23. Very true Don. I have received good advice in...

    Very true Don. I have received good advice in the past. It just gets confusing for me sometimes to see 20 different opinions to one question. I am hoping one source can help streamline the...
  24. Seeking Northern Virginia Experienced Thru-Hiker

    Would anyone in the Northern VA area be willing to take me "under their wing" to help ensure I am making the right gear choices for my needs and am training appropriately? My SOBO is 2016, so I have...
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    Don't thank my tall ass for eating all of the...

    Don't thank my tall ass for eating all of the spider webs in the morning for you....
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