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Shoe_String
03-20-2015, 17:20
Firstly, let me apologize if I'm breaking some code by asking for a ride in this forum. I'm in a bind and have very few options.

So the hip belt on my pack broke today coming into Stecoah Gap and I can't hike until I replace it. I spoke to the camping manager at REI in Knoxville and he's got some packs to replace mine.

I'm just hoping that there is someone in the area who can give me a ride there and back. I can gladly contribute gas money and eternal gratitude.

Thanks,
Turtle

swisscross
03-20-2015, 17:51
Thinking out loud but would it not be cheaper to have REI send you a new pack, delivered to the Post Office at FD?
Sure it might not be the most comfy thing hiking without a belt but doable.

Alligator
03-20-2015, 18:01
You're good, WB has a ride board. Your thread has been placed into that sub-forum.

Shoe_String
03-20-2015, 18:02
I thought about this, but I'm only a day hike from Fontana and REI can not get me anything before Tuesday.

Thanks for the idea though.

MuddyWaters
03-20-2015, 23:15
Well, rei will refund you instead of replacing.

And NOC outfitter sells packs.

Shoe_String
03-21-2015, 07:15
Thanks Muddy,
That's the road that I decided to take if I was unable to find a ride.

lush242000
03-22-2015, 11:16
Well, rei will refund you instead of replacing.

And NOC outfitter sells packs.

I would head back to the NOC and camp at Hobo Alley and wait for them to ship it there. But that is me.


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