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I have had pretty much the same experience. In 4 months on the AT I ran across a couple of bears but they never showed any interest so I don't know how well these bags work, but mice and raccoons...

I have to smile at these things. Genetics will determine what is best for you at any particular "in shape" level. Heart rate is like weight, thinner is not always better or even a solid predictor...

This is strange. An AT thru hike is your business. If it meets the official requirements of the AT Conservatory, then it really doesn't matter what other people consider a thru hike. Every year...

I am on the trail now. I started the end of February. I used a 20 deg bag, 3/4 underquilt (not rated) and a thermarest mattress. I have a WBBB and had the winter cover vs the bug net up until a...

I also think a SPOT is a good thing. I am in the process of a thru hike and will be on my way into Shenandoah Park. Currently as I type this I am taking a few days off as I visit with my wife. My...

I am on the trail now, probably an average spender. I have spent in excess of that and currently at mile 850+. I did bring down cost by stoping zero's that started usually late in an evening when I...

Hmmmm, no advice, your post just caught my eye when you mentioned numbness in your thigh. I have that and have just been ignoring it as much as I can. After reading some of the posts, maybe I...

For me an equal concern to weight was the fact that I sweat a lot. Really more than most people do. I tried lots of packs and own 4. Not a lot by what I have heard others say they have but more...

Now at just about the 900 mile mark taking a few days off. My winter load out with food and water ran about 32-35 lbs depending. From what I have seen actually on the trail that is not an unusual...

I am currently hiking, just taking a couple of days off at my brother-in-law's house. This is the first time I have posted since I started almost 900 miles and 2+ months ago. Probably won't post...

I am taking a break, started the end of February. Will hit the 900 mile mark in a few days when I get back on the trail. For the most part the numbers I have seen have been low. In the beginning I...

Gluton for punishment.

Not sure about the finding people to hike with issue. On any given day I hike faster then some and slower then others. Never really stayed with a group more than about 2 weeks so far. Maybe the...

Probably not the answer you want to hear but I am about your age and currently on the trail. (Taking a few days off at my brother-in-laws). I have hiked over 850 miles now and the bottom line is...

Wool underwear/sox, keeps smell down. I am on the trail now so it is colder. I wear waterproof socks when really wet out. Keeps my feet warm, dry, and no blisters. I have hiked in wet shoes for...

I am on the trail now taking a day in town because the weather is wet. I section hiked GA about 3 months ago so just want to get thru it now. Tomorrow I will cross the GA/NC border. I signed up...

I have a few things I need that can't be supplied on the trail so made up 6 boxes (1 a month) with those specific items. I didn't want to hassle anyone at home with all this on a weekly basis so...

As always in these "either or" questions there are different views. I have done a few section hikes and will start a thru shortly. For cold weather I will probably wear a rain jacket. In hot...

I have the Haul. It appeared small to me too at first but when I packed all my stuff in, it fit. I am re-organizing a bit. I received it two weeks earlier than anticipated and I already had an...

I am sort of going through the same thing. I have a 65 kelty that I find really comfortable but a hair over 5lbs. I tried the AG and it was comfortable but, to save less than .5lbs, I just...

Same here, down to about 35-40 days as my window depending on weather. I did manage to re-injure a knee. I had surgery on it years ago and every now and then it just goes sideways on me. I am...

I have the AH on order, due to arrive in the next two weeks - give or take a few days. Went with the AH for the same concerns voiced by Firesign. Dyneema is a very small weight penalty.

Most comfortable pack I have at the moment is an external frame 65L. It weighs almost 5 pounds. Still, I could not find anything lighter that I liked and I looked at the AG packs. While I liked...

Bears aren't the only thing that wants your food. If something else is eating at it, I can see where a bell may help.

I ordered an Arc Haul in dyneema for all the same reasons. Has not arrived yet. One reason I chose this over other many good packs is it is basically an external frame pack that stays off your...