shaving kit

[johnny quest]

im not trying to reprise any debate on the wisdom/philosophy/spiritual meaning behind the decision to go shaven on the thru-hike. im just wondering if anyone has run acrossnice store-bought or plans for building of a good shaving kit. i prefer mug,brush and soap.

[max patch]

I carried a plastic disposable and used soap whenever I had a shower. Not what I "prefer" but while on a thru its the least hassle and weight (besides letting it grow).

[Ridge]

People actually shave while thru Hiking? Whats next, hikers taking showers and washing there socks too??

[johnny quest]

i tend to. in the marines we were required to keep our hair short and shave in the field no matter what the conditions. it became no big deal to me. i still have the ability to frighten convenience store clerks after a week on the trail though. perhaps its the smell.

[Alligator]

Cup-cut the bottom off a soda bottle. Punch a hole in it and you could put a loop in it.

Heck, do two and you could have one for rinse water.

[Johnny Swank]

Carried a disposable razor and some Dr. Bronners for the thru-hike. Shaved every now and again for some odd reason.

Let it go on the river. Some much better! The beard gave me a place to store goodies for later.