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For me, age was also a factor. I was 67 when I started at Springer. I was always happy to do 8 miles a day. But then again, I took advantage of breaks every couple of hours. I found the mountains in...

There's a large tenting area on the AT just North of Max Patch. Many of the people that stay there walk up to Max Patch at night to view the moon and stars. It's only a 10-15 minute walk from the...

Newfound Gap, located near the center of the Great Smokey Mountains National Park is right on the AT. Many people take a break at this point and take the shuttle West to Gatlinburg for a hiking...

I have an older external frame backpack that I bought used. Its brand label reads "High Adventure". I can't find any information on this company. It looks very much like a Jansport Scout, but...

I started out with goals like yourself and that's good. I ended up planning each day on a daily basis based on the distance to the next shelter and an alternate tenting site a little further along...

Here's the background (email excerpt) on how "Finish Strong" was found.

Ed: Thanks and praise to God I could reach you (Police drove to your house because your phone was busy) and you said call...

I'll be leaving Springer on the 12th

I will be leaving Springer on the 11th or 12th of May.

If you are going South from Pen Mar, I wouldn't go any further than Raven Rock Shelter on the first day. That's close to 5 miles distance. The climb just South of Pen Mar Park is rocky (large rocks)...

I have to admit that I haven't given the poles a fair test. I've only tried them in the stores.

So, based on the ones that have the "dual" experience I will withdraw my judgement until I gain a...

I am partial to the staff.

When I was 7 years old and walking around in the Sierra's I usually found a stick that helped me get around. You establish a walking rythm and then get in the habit of...

I keep looking at your example and don't clearly understand what you are trying to do? But then again, I am still trying to learn how to use my GPS as well (GPSMAP 76CSx). I am willing to try and...

I would like to hike that section. However, I am starting the AT from Springer the 2nd week of May.

Are you interested in starting this section in early April?

I am thinking 8-12 miles/day in...

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MD is a good choice, but I am starting the big hike the second week of May.

I have spent a lot of time on the MD section. The ascent out of Pen Mar is rocky and slightly steep. The...

Haven't heard anything from the original poster. I was thinking 8 miles per day avg. but I am open for other options. What are your expectations?

BTW, I am also leaving in May. I was going to...

What works for me is any powder that has Methyl Salicylate as one of the ingredients. For example:

Gold Bond Triple Action Medicated Body Powder

24 oz (679 g)...

Great answer. Thank you. You're right. I would never have asked about this one.

I appreciate your contribution!
I will read it again and do more research before I start my hike in May. I have a slight concern that my efforts working out in the gym for the last few months has...

I always forget to ask some of the most important questions. Probably because I didn't know what to ask. So, I am looking for a brief list
(5 items) that you have experienced (related to Safety)...

If the weather is reasonable, I am interested. I live in Maryland. It looks like about 55 miles. I haven't hiked for awhile so I'm thinking about 7 days. What's your estimate?

I have changed my start date to 3rd week in May.
Still planning on starting at Springer. Then at Harper's Ferry will flip to Katadyn and hike south to Harpers Ferry.

I live in Maryland. If...

The Inca Trail in Peru, The Annapura Trail in Nepal, the Peace Corps (After College), Teach English in Europe or Asia (TOEFL is the certificate to obtain). I just got back from volunteering in...

These are the exercises I really hate, but they do a lot of good.

Yesterday, I did lunges the length of the gym and back. Wanted to quit halfway but made it the whole distance.

Also did...

GPS A.T. Parking waypoint data is located on the Appalachian Trail Conservancy website. Here's how to get to the data.

Instructions:
1. Go to ATC website
2. Perform a search on "GPS"
3. Scroll...

I am wondering what your daily hiking routine is. I know that the first thought that may come to mind is HYOH, but I am trying to get an idea of how I should set my initial goals. Any help would be...