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    Bubblehead

    Camp shoes?

    Thread Starter: Bubblehead

    For LASH, camp shoes or no camp shoes? Trying to decrease my base weight. Is leaving camp shoes out worth the decreased weight? My camp shoes are 9 oz....

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    OhioHiker

    Capaline or 100% polyester thermal layer?

    Thread Starter: OhioHiker

    I need to replace some cotton base layers in my gear closet. I’ve been reading a lot about Merino Vs Capaline. Seems like Cap is slightly better. It’s

    Last Post By: CalebJ Today, 13:04 Go to last post
    MeMyselfAndI

    Roanoke Triple Crown -- Trip Planning Advice

    Thread Starter: MeMyselfAndI

    Hi, not sure if this is the right forum for this but here goes. Thinking of doing a 7-10 day trip in March/April and intrigued by Craig Creek Road (NOBO

    Last Post By: justhike Today, 12:37 Go to last post
    needlefish

    weather app

    Thread Starter: needlefish

    what weather app do y'all use for the AT?

    Last Post By: capehiker Today, 02:10 Go to last post
    Mogster

    Mountain Crossing

    Thread Starter: Mogster

    I heard that the hostel was closed. Does anyone know when it will re-open?
    (Tried to call but no answer)

    Last Post By: capehiker Today, 02:07 Go to last post
    Bianchi Veloce

    Access to AT from Log Cabin Rd north of Hot Springs, NC

    Thread Starter: Bianchi Veloce

    Can I access the AT from the end of Log Cabin Road just north of Hot Springs?

    Using AWOL's guide, it has Log Cabin Road at mile point 291.2

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