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Today, 21:26

Carbo replied to a thread Winter section gear in General Gear Talk

Ditto RockDoc. The long hours of darkness are a problem. The boredom and lack of hiking generated body heat is a serious challenge.

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Today, 21:13

Carbo replied to a thread Glasses in General Gear Talk

I never gave much thought to my glasses until I saw this thread. Never had much of a problem except for a blowing, misty rain that can get on the...

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Today, 21:10

jefals replied to a thread InReach in

Pacific Crest Trail

hiking in the southern desert pct, I had no problem getting cell signal. Different story in the Sierras. not true that there are always people...

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Today, 20:30

tflaris replied to a thread Kestrel drop vs onset hobo for tracking temperature in General Gear Talk

It also shows a graph of temperature over a period of time. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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Today, 20:25

The DeafGuy started a thread Bounce box in General

Hey everyone! New guy sorta speak so bare w/me if you will. I did a quick search but didn’t see my question so here goes ... I have to take meds on a...

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Today, 20:23

tflaris replied to a thread Kestrel drop vs onset hobo for tracking temperature in General Gear Talk

I use a kestrel drop. I like it. I have no comparison to the other device. I clip it to the outside of my backpack. I use the iPhone app to...

2 replies | 217 view(s)

Today, 19:28

blackmagic replied to a thread Fingerboard shelter report in New York

Confirming bear cables have been installed at Fingerboard Shelter. Taken 7 December 2019. I didn't bother to take pictures of the cables, as they...

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Today, 17:13

fastfoxengineering replied to a thread Big K. October 2019 in Members Trip Reports

I really enjoyed this loop I did and can whole heartedly recommend it. I told the ranger I went over to Hamlin and he said.. noone days that! Sent...

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Today, 16:57

Slo-go'en replied to a thread Winter section gear in General Gear Talk

Definitely go with a GTX lined boot. It will seriously reduce the risk of waking up to a totally frozen solid boot. It will also keep your feet a lot...

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Today, 16:14

RockDoc replied to a thread 100% Fully Waterproof Jacket in Rain Gear

Think about using an umbrella. Seriously!

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Today, 16:12

CalebJ replied to a thread Knives AND self-defense on A.T. in General Gear Talk

I'm aware of that. Not the point we were discussing at the time.

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Today, 16:08

RockDoc replied to a thread Mountain Lions in GSMNP in Great Smoky Mountain National Park

I'd be more afraid of getting eaten by the huge feral boars. Don't wander around in the dark in the Smokies...

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Today, 16:07

RockDoc replied to a thread InReach in

Pacific Crest Trail

A LOT of the long distance hikers on the PCT had that clipped to the front of their pack, I noticed as I passed hundreds of them in the North...

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Today, 16:02

RockDoc replied to a thread Winter section gear in General Gear Talk

Have extra warm clothes to put on as soon as you stop (remove wet clothes). But it sounds like you are well clued in... My only issue with such a...

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Today, 15:58

FreeGoldRush replied to a thread InReach in

Pacific Crest Trail

The texting capability is nice. If getting to a Gap and expecting to meet a shuttle I could always text them if there was no cell service. Would...

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Today, 15:53

RockDoc replied to a thread Jerky in Food

I've been doing it for years, to avoid the sugar in most commercial jerky. Also to save money. I used to buy petite sirloin steak on sale (less...

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Today, 15:51

peakbagger replied to a thread Big K. October 2019 in Members Trip Reports

Hard to beat that loop up from Roaring Brook. So many folks are fixated on the summit and getting home that they miss the best part of the mountain....

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Today, 15:50

JC13 replied to a thread Winter section gear in General Gear Talk

Just something I found with the showa gloves(281 model). I used these with possum down glove liners and they were good until the temps got below ~25...

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Today, 15:40

4eyedbuzzard replied to a thread Glasses in General Gear Talk

I like the memory metal frames. They are pretty much indestructible. The are typically Titanium spring metal alloys. You can damn near tie the...

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Today, 14:54

Storminnorman started a thread Jerky in Food

I’m looking to make my own beef or venison jerky for a future hike. What are some of your favorite recipes for jerky?

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Today, 14:35

Puddlefish replied to a thread Glasses in General Gear Talk

Consider a smaller size lens/frame with adequate ventilation, so they don't fog up. Depends on your face shape of course, but you don't want the...

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Today, 14:25

Storminnorman replied to a thread InReach in

Pacific Crest Trail

Thank you all for the information. It was very helpful.

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Today, 13:52

wperrott92 started a thread Winter section gear in General Gear Talk

I’m planning a 250-350 mile section in late December somewhere between springer mountain and Damascus VA. My main sticking point on gear is will...

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Today, 13:42

gpburdelljr replied to a thread Mountain Lions in GSMNP in Great Smoky Mountain National Park

My original post was in response to post #51 which stated: “Nobody in the park service wants to confirm any sort of mountain lion presence. To do...

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Today, 13:13

globetruck replied to a thread InReach in

Pacific Crest Trail

I have the garmin in reach and I’ve been happy with it. I generally turn it on in the morning, send a text to my family, then turn it off until a...

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Today, 13:04

colorado_rob replied to a thread InReach in

Pacific Crest Trail

I personally think the only reason to carry these devices on popular long trails is for the slight extra comfort of your loved ones back home. Most...

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Today, 12:55

devoidapop replied to a thread Congaree NP in Other Trails

I have been to Kings Mt. But have not done the big loop. This is my plan B for the neusiok, so a swampy trail and camping on the river is actually...

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Today, 12:42

Five Tango replied to a thread Glasses in General Gear Talk

There's a good chance you will see these glasses on CBS starting at 4pm EST today!They're heavy duty. ...

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Today, 12:42

Nanatuk replied to a thread InReach in

Pacific Crest Trail

I have one of the original DeLorme Inreach SE's. I could get 3 days on a charge. I sent tracking points every 10 minutes and sent a txt message to my...

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Today, 12:36

Nanatuk replied to a thread Glasses in General Gear Talk

I considered two strategies last year on my PCT hike. For me, wearing contacts everyday was a no go, too much work and chance of contamination is...

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