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    Goretex knee high over socks

    Been following WB for a while as I was going to try a thru this year. Life being what it is it sometimes changes ones plan so this year had to be postponed. However, there are often questions here...
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    I have a Mystery Ranch pack in the 2900 cu in...

    I have a Mystery Ranch pack in the 2900 cu in range and it is a great three to five day pack. Swjohnsey is correct that it is heavier than the ultra light ULA or Gossamer Gear but MR is built for...
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    Oh, and by the way, I use Lowa Tibet Pro boots. ...

    Oh, and by the way, I use Lowa Tibet Pro boots. Previous posts about proper boot fit is very important. Some boots/shoes have more narrow toe boxes, such as Lowa, than others so get them properly...
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    I have had Morton's in both feet for the past two...

    I have had Morton's in both feet for the past two years. It had been diagnosed by a podiatrist who recommended a felt pad just past the arch and before the ball of the foot (there are videos on...
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    Hi, Over the years I have found I like to...

    Hi,


    Over the years I have found I like to use a dry sack and put just those items that need to remain dry, my sleeping bag, sleep clothes, any cold weather gear such as a down sweater or down...
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    Pulled the trigger on a Ponderosa MF last week...

    Pulled the trigger on a Ponderosa MF last week for a thru starting next March (first rectangular bag and first WM). It is rated to 15 degrees and from what everyone says here about Western...
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    Found it! Duh!!!!!! Daypak not Daypack! It...

    Found it! Duh!!!!!! Daypak not Daypack! It was late and after 5:00 PM. What can I say.
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    Tried searching "daypack" trail name on...

    Tried searching "daypack" trail name on trailjournals.com. No listing for "daypack".
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    Yes, I should have included the breathable CF. I...

    Yes, I should have included the breathable CF. I haven't purchased one yet as I have a great shell jacket and pant which are Arcteryx. But as with all Gore products, it can get damp on the inside...
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    Zpack Cuben Fiber Rain Jacket?

    Anyone extensively used the Zpack CF rain jacket this year on the AT or other trail? Wondering about breathability and durability.

    Thanks!
  11. Thanks to all for the info. Much appreciated!

    Thanks to all for the info. Much appreciated!
  12. Shuttle from Neels Gap back to Amicalola Falls

    Starting a thru hike in March of 2013. A friend out here in CA is driving me to the Hike Inn at Amicalola Falls to start my hike and then hiking with me a couple of days to Neels Gap. Is there a...
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    Thanks for the info. It helps a lot. Moof53

    Thanks for the info. It helps a lot.

    Moof53
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    Boston from the AT

    A question for some of the Massachusetts folks here on WB. I am from California but travel to Boston each summer on the 1st of July to drive to Lenox, MA for James Taylor at Tanglewood over the 4th....
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    Never had a Hilleberg before but I just received...

    Never had a Hilleberg before but I just received my Hilleberg, Rogen, 3 season tent I plan to use on my AT thru hike next March. I love my NF VE25 and my MSR Carbon Reflex 2, but the Rogen is free...
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    Shoe and Boot lacing techniques

    From reading a lot of journals of people hiking the AT this year it seems that many are having problems with blisters and such from their footwear. I found a couple of sites, one for shoes and one...
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    I am planning a 2013 March start for a thru hike...

    I am planning a 2013 March start for a thru hike and being here at WB I like to keep up on new equipment, trail notes and food. I have never seen the following on here so I thought I would write...
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    Here is a fairly good generic article from...

    Here is a fairly good generic article from Backpacker. Try not to hold onto fear. Just be careful and enjoy being outside.

    ESCAPE PLAN: REDUCE LIGHTNING STRIKE RISKTips for lessening the risk of...
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    Knowledge helps fight fear. Here are some...

    Knowledge helps fight fear. Here are some articles about lightning at Backpacker magazine. Some of them are not applicable to the subject so just ignore them but there are some helpful listings...
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    Just wondering. Did you seam seal the tent or...

    Just wondering. Did you seam seal the tent or have it done at the factory.

    Thanks.
  21. Thread: Mortons Neuroma

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    Have had the problem for over a year on my left...

    Have had the problem for over a year on my left foot and it is very slowly getting better. Went to a podiatrist who applied a pad near (proximal) the ball of the foot to spread the toes apart when...
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    I use a Camelbak but it should be about the same....

    I use a Camelbak but it should be about the same. Also, these are just my opinions and not gospel.

    1. Carrying the kit. Have used the Camelbak for several years but nothing over more than about...
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    Michael, have you looked at the Yosemite High...

    Michael, have you looked at the Yosemite High Sierra Loop above Yosemite Valley? It is in the Tuolumne area of Yosemite. There are five High Sierra Camps, six if you count Tuolumne. They are...
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    Sorry about that. Thought you were wondering about the technology more than the model. I have a Journey LCD. No problems.
  25. Been using Steripen for about a year on short...

    Been using Steripen for about a year on short duration hikes just to get a feel for it and have had no problems. As far as the sensor on the device it is advisable to dry it with a rag or something...
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