WhiteBlaze Pages 2024
A Complete Appalachian Trail Guidebook.
AVAILABLE NOW. $4 for interactive PDF(smartphone version)
Read more here WhiteBlaze Pages Store

Search:

Type: Posts; User: Leapfrog^; Keyword(s):

Search: Search took 0.01 seconds.

  1. Replies
    28
    Views
    14,190

    This link has topo maps that are current ...

    This link has topo maps that are current http://mapper.acme.com/ . You might also try GIS online maps for your town or city which often show major trails , topo, etc.
  2. Replies
    28
    Views
    14,190

    This link will help. ...

    This link will help. http://docs.unh.edu/nhtopos/nhtopos.htm
  3. When we did the Mahoosucs several years back we...

    When we did the Mahoosucs several years back we used "Trail Angels" shuttle service. Not sure if he is still actively doing this but if you go to the WB homepage there's a listing of shuttle...
  4. Replies
    47
    Views
    33,773

    Garfield Ridge and north of Carter Notch hut to...

    Garfield Ridge and north of Carter Notch hut to the ME border, especially through the Mahoosucs, are pretty rugged NH sections.
  5. Enjoy, but curb your expectations once you hit...

    Enjoy, but curb your expectations once you hit the Mahoosucs. The Whites north of Pinkham Notch are no picnic either.
  6. Keep it under 30 lbs, less if you can. I haven't...

    Keep it under 30 lbs, less if you can. I haven't yet had the opportunity to do an AT thru hike so I've been section hiking in the Whites of NH for 2-3 day stints the past 4 years. I peak out just...
  7. Replies
    24
    Views
    3,614

    I use a external Kelty from the late 80's. It's...

    I use a external Kelty from the late 80's. It's the only item I have that isn't lightweight or UL. Know I could shave a a good lb or two by going internal or frameless but for me it's a keeper....
  8. Replies
    47
    Views
    14,051

    I enjoyed "Southbound" by the Barefoot Sisters....

    I enjoyed "Southbound" by the Barefoot Sisters. Their sequel book "Walking Home" wasn't as good a read.
  9. Thread: Knee pain!!

    by Leapfrog^
    Replies
    31
    Views
    9,762

    Middle-aged knees & backpacking are a lethal...

    Middle-aged knees & backpacking are a lethal combination. Loss of cartilage and meniscus tears seem to go hand in hand with hiking, especially if you've been at it for years. Even with a custom PCL...
  10. Replies
    34
    Views
    8,920

    Try as I might just can't get below 32 pounds....

    Try as I might just can't get below 32 pounds. Two years ago bought a 2 pound thermarest to save $40. Last year smartened up and bought the one pounder. Learning lessons don't come cheaply.
Results 1 to 10 of 10