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Thank you do much for the support. But actually, he has not yet posted the videos to the blog http://blog.appalachiantrials.com/

He will do it shortly. That's where the thumbs up count. Thanks...

No. I meant Trial.

I know, he seems like a really cool guy to work with, thats another reason why I would love to win. I think it will be alot of fun getting a random mail drop from a guy who says stuff like that.

Also, He has written a great book. You guys should def. check it out!

Hello everyone!

If you guys havent already heard, Zach Davis AKA Badger (Author of the new book Appalachian Trials) is hosting a sponsorship contest for one lucky 2012 thru hiker. I have sent him...

I ordered the golite dome, and though I have not gotten it yet, I will be using it very soon. I was looking for advice from two guys that completed thru hikes. (one of them did two) and they told me...

Thanks for the post! Is this the best/most current mail drops article for tips and recommendations, this is something that I have been trying to figure out for some time now for my thru hike.

Does anyone have experience with the FF bags with the Pertex Endurance UL material as opposed to the standard Nanosphere?

How much lighter would the hummingbird or the swallow be with this...

Have you tried Ex-officio? They are VERY comfy and dry so fast. I dont even know how people can go commando without pants rubbing.

I wish I knew this!

How do you like the Ultralight 20*? I am thinking about getting this but cant decide! Thanks. Do you feel as though it is too narrow? Accurate degree rating? (I've never had a western, but apparently...

Hey guys, I just received my tent from Henry Shires, and Im really liking it.

I set it up for the first time and it was VERY easy with no hassle. I also like how the inner net is designed to clip...

Buying a pack is probably the last thing you should buy, as far as gear is concerned.... If you have your specific gear (sleeping bag, pad, tent, etc.) that you will be using with your pack, it is...

I will be driving up from Orlando to Springer March 11. Planning on arriving at night, then probably starting March 12. Not doing approach tho, did it once already, and thats enough for me. Just...

Im thinking about getting one or the other.

I have only seen the specs/pics on the computer.

So tell me, what are the differences. (if you own either or, that would be very helpful) Thanks so...

I ask the doctors and they dont have practical advice for a thru hiker. They just look at you funny. Plus I dont want to spend another $100 for him to give me advice. Then another 200+ for more...

LOL thats what I was thinking

I'd say. That If it's worked since 1969, why worry of its fragranced or not? It works right?

I will post pics as soon as i get the tent in the mail, pack size, set up, etc.

Amen. seriously.

i literally just hit the "finalize order!" button for this tent. It is the perfect specs that I was looking for...

two doors/vests.
double wall!
good head room
well under 2lbs (including 4 al....

I have done several sections of the AT, and other backpacking trips, and have always seemed to have a problem with my contacts.

However, most of those trips didnt last longer than a week, so I was...

Seems like it would be hard to start in maine in March. If you go NOBO you will likely see me! March 11!

Yes! I read your whole other thread. Glad to see you made a decision. (A good one!)

Dont hike together.... Unless you have very similar speeds. If you try and do this, you will most like get...

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