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Unfortunately this quilt has a hole in it, but has only been used a few times indoors with a base layer on.
I have some tape ordered from Zpacks but will not be mailed until my pack is done. This...

I was trying to figure this out on my Thru in the dark and a cop came to inspect the situation.
I ended up showing him what was going on and he got it but the situation appeared new to him. I don't...

I've made a full Thru last year and started May 10th, my attempt the year before I started on May 3rd.

I'd say yes but the odds of finishing in that time would be extremely rare, especially as a team. The probability would be higher solo as 2 people hiking at the same pace for that many miles a day is...

Go right go light!
I personally prefer down everything, I did buy a synthetic jacket for my Thru hike but ended up bringing a down one instead. If you do choose a down jacket which l made up the...

I really liked my SMD Lunar Solo, and it's stood up to 3,00 + A.T miles and is still waterproof.
I'm using a Zpacks for the PCT this year as I got a somewhat good deal on it. It's basically the same...

I'm going with a Zpacks for the PCT this year but I used a Exos 38 and 48, the 48 without the brain was perfect for most of the A.T. I found it was more comfortable than the 38 which has a recommend...

I didn't use mine a whole lot, but it was a 50/50 between cold rain and cold.
There is a wide range in which they become useless, but if they are really breathable instead of saying breathable they...

I did my best to take breaks with my shoes and socks in the sun and me in the shade except my feet.
I would flip my socks inside out and puff them out as if my feet were inside them.
I didn't have...

Waterproof boots are heavy and don't breath well.
You will have damp feet often, plus if they get wet inside good luck drying them out.

AWOL.
It's got all the info you want, you just need to know where you started and where you stoped.

Im hearing 6 is about the max, but 4 is more common.
I'm planning on leaving Campo with around 4 liters or so. 5 miles per liter is another popular amount I've been hearing, but that all depends on...

You should definitely have something dry to sleep in at night for sure. I took an extra shirt on the A.T and it was a merino base kayer. This year I an going to thru the PCT and will be doing the...

I would plan on the possibility of it being cold, in April you cold see close to freezing conditions.
It may not get that cold and will probably be decent in the day time, but I would give a good...

Try to cut on weight if you can. I actually headed into the Smokies with 2 days of food and 1 liter of water and was under 20lbs. I always took off my socks and shoes for breaks and let them see the...

Just changing the big 3 you could drop half of the weight.
Try carrying less food, the more you carry the less likely you are to hike farther.
The best gear for lightweight is found on the...

I've tried a couple pillows out but I truly believe in Zpacks cuben fiber dry sack pillows. You get a waterproof quilt or sleeping bag dry sack and a pillow for under 2 ounces.

As I've said in another thread I'm ready to try out the Zero drop/wide toe box Altra Olympus 2.0s.
They are the last Gen but are $50 or so cheaper so I'll just count on the other ones too be better...

I used a 38 liter Exos minus the lid, but add some Zpacks pockets. I switched at 800 miles to my 48 but could have made it to Hanover with it realistically.
I would mostly worry about the durability...

As far as the 30% finish rate I think it's due to the new tread pattern used to get around.
It appears that Goodyear,Firestone,Bridgestones, ect are becoming a popular choice for mileage. It's...

I'm going to use Altra trail running shoes on the PCT this year, I still have some fresh NB shoes that were not rugged enough for the A.T though.
They are uniquely known for their 0 drop design and...

I don't like boots very much for the trail mostly and use trail runners, but when I do they have to be super stiff on the bottom. The uppers should be light, flexible, rugged, and breath decent....

Join the class of 2016 FB and you can pretty much ask where everyone is at and actually ask them. This will ensure you know when they are coming through.
Port Clinton has a little spot for everyone...

I guess mummy bags are great, if you can manage to sleep in a straight jacket, but I move around alot and sleep on my side.

I think mine is the 3rd of May but I haven't heard back as of yet. I'm not supposed to call to check or refill a ticket but they are opening up the last slots tomorrow?