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  1. 01-20-2015, 13:30 #1
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    Default Appalachian Trail grows by almost four miles - Knoxville News Sentinel


    Appalachian Trail grows by almost four miles
    Knoxville News Sentinel
    The Appalachian Trail if officially 2,189.2 miles long, an increase of 3.9 miles from last year's mileage of 2,185.3 miles. The slight increase is due to re-measurements and relocations. Every year, the latest mileage and shelter information is updated ...



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  2. 01-30-2015, 17:59 #2
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    Not again!
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    thats 22 miles longer than the official 2167 in 2000 when i hiked.
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  4. 01-30-2015, 19:42 #4
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    They are gonna take you out to more scenic overlooks.
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    Did they add some switchbacks finally or did they merely route the trail over more PUDs to get the extra distance?
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  6. 01-31-2015, 07:44 #6
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    Jen's record is going to need an asterisk! She set the record when the trail was easy.
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  7. 01-31-2015, 08:03 #7
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    Quote Originally Posted by Malto View Post
    Jen's record is going to need an asterisk! She set the record when the trail was easy.
    Or is it those that come after need the asterisk?
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  8. 01-31-2015, 10:42 #8
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    that's it, i'm calling off my thru hike
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