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Congratulations! I'm starting an LT sobo hike tomorrow if I can get everything ready in time. :rolleyes:

I use Aqua Mira when the water looks good (just to be safe).
I use a squeeze bottle with a filter in the cap when the water doesn't look so good. Yes, it's a little extra weight, but I can also...

Looks like a well thought out list to me, and it looks good although I'm not personally familiar with some of the gear. I have a Granite Gear pack and love it.

I do have one small bit of advice...

I saw Ron in the Highland Center cafeteria in the White Mountains over the July 4th weekend. The first thing I thought when I saw him was "No shirt, no shoes, no service."

Anyway, he was talking...

I was out for a day-hike on the Long Trail, and I stopped at Theron Dean Shelter for a break. There was a Sports Illustrated in the shelter, and I saw the following article about Brian Robinson.
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I just checked out another type of orthotic at EMS (SOLE Ultra Custom Footbeds). I visually compared them to my expensive custom orthotics, and they're very similar. I almost bought a pair right...

Custom orthotics are the best choice in my opinion because they're specifically made for your feet. I thru-hiked in custom orthotics and had no problems with my feet, ankles, knees, or hips (except...

It's easy to get into. I usually just pull it over me. The netting extends under where your head will be, so I like to put the end of my inflatable mattress over the netting at the bottom of the...

I used the A16 on my 2002 thru and was happy with it. I used it under my Sil Shelter tarp when bugs were an issue. It also works great in shelters.

This combo gives me the flexibility of...

Has anyone used this pack? I have a Breeze and Vapor Trail, but I'm looking for a larger pack that's relatively lightweight for longer trips or when I'm carrying cold weather gear. Thanks!

I used a GoLite Land pack for 1,500 miles of my 2002 thru-hike. I knew there was something wrong with it because it rode too low on my back. As it turned out, the hip-belt had been sewn on in the...

The Vapor Trail has a pocket external to the main bag where a water bladder can be placed (see bottom of following page:...

A long, slow stretch of my calves first thing in the morning and rather expensive custom orthotics fixed my wagon.

I was there this past weekend, and a hiker had a fire going in the stove. It was kind of cozy.

My strategy was to plan well, execute the plan, enjoy every minute of it, and go the distance. I had no doubt in my mind that I would make it barring serious injury or a family emergency.

I never...

I went hiking on Saturday and Sunday in the White Mountains. The first hike started close to the Cog Railroad Base Station and went to the Lakes of the Clouds hut and then to the top of Mount...