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  1. Cell and Satellite Connectivity Along AT

    I am planning for my thru hike and am curious about bring my iPhone, iPad, or similar lightweight device to use a a multipurpose source of information, entertainment, and communications. I know from my own experience it has been spotty here in Georgia depending on elevation and location.

    Have any of you found any of these type devices useful, or just dead weight?

    Any experience with a phone and Spot Tracker using satellite to send email and connect in the backcountry? ...
  2. AT Shelter - Tarp or TarpTent (Rainbow)

    I am gearing up for the AT and would like to know what Tent/Tarp/Shelter is used most successfully on the AT. I am torn between going with a Canopy Tarp with separate bug net setup, or with an integrated system such as the TarpTent Rainbow, ZPack Hexamid, etc..

    Any thru hikers have an opinion on ease of setup, tear down, and carry of the myriad of options available?

    Has anyone packed the TarpTent or ZPack?

    Tarp or Tent?

    Thank you,
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