While i don't work for / get paid from/ not have any affiliation with the harpers ferry outfitters before today, I DO want to put a plug in for them! I'm sure most thru hikers have stopped at this establishment on their way through but today was my first experiance with them.
I've been doing research and putting together a gear wishlist. Well, as the nearest outfitter to me is a hour and a half away and does not carry some of the gear i want i decided to show around online.
I came across some leki treking poles on ebay that harpers ferry had for sale. I called to see if they wouldn't mind helping me with a few of my gear questions. Not only did they take the time to answer all my questions and offer advice, they beat the price on EVERY piece of gear i was looking to buy! So if your looking to buy new gear it is def worth your time to give these guys a call.
below is the gear i wanted/got and what it cost me. (i searched on trailspace.com/ebay/all the price comparison web sites before buying)
osprey aether 70 $179.00
(they didn't have the color i wanted so special ordered)
leki corklite trekking poles $77.00
mountian hardware phantom 15 $266.00
MSR titan kettle $39.95
Total for shipping, $17.95
if someone finds a better price please post so im not leading someone astray!!!