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: Sovi; Keyword(s):

Page 1 of 3 1 2 3

Search: Search took 0.00 seconds.

  1. Replies
    21
    Views
    5,678

    maybe, had a layover in Atlanta one year, went...

    maybe, had a layover in Atlanta one year, went out for a smoke and got mugged at gunpoint. Not the stations fault, but the neighborhood it's in isn't great. Every time I've ridden I've met some...
  2. Replies
    21
    Views
    5,678

    All depends on what areas you're traveling...

    All depends on what areas you're traveling through. I've been on some decent buses through decent stations and some that should be declared bio-hazards and burned.
  3. Replies
    52
    Views
    17,388

    I had the same problem with mine, but I found...

    I had the same problem with mine, but I found that I can lie comfortably in any position, unless i want to bend 1 leg and keep the other straight. The restriction in my bag forces me to bend both...
  4. Replies
    59
    Views
    23,652

    I think my shoe choice is the Salomon X-Chase Mid...

    I think my shoe choice is the Salomon X-Chase Mid CS WP Hiking Shoes. seems to be like a high top trail runner, sturdy sole like a med weight boot, but only weight 1 lb 12 oz for the pair. Will be...
  5. Thread: Space blanket

    by Sovi
    Replies
    35
    Views
    11,923

    yes ,the space blanket is best used for emergency...

    yes ,the space blanket is best used for emergency situations, i.e., coming across an injured hiker who may be in shock or at risk of it, or for yourself if you have the ability to get to it or let...
  6. Replies
    59
    Views
    23,652

    I had a pair of ozark trail hiking boots from...

    I had a pair of ozark trail hiking boots from walmart payed $15 for them at the time, do everything in those boots walking, working, roofing, painting, landscaping etc.. and still wear them to this...
  7. Thread: Space blanket

    by Sovi
    Replies
    35
    Views
    11,923

    I keep one in my med kit, for my self or another...

    I keep one in my med kit, for my self or another who may need it. Not sure it even weighs 2 oz though. As Feb starter myself, I think it's more than prudent. I dont have an oz scale so my list isn't...
  8. Thread: How much water?

    by Sovi
    Replies
    17
    Views
    9,203

    It is important to stay hydrated, but you can...

    It is important to stay hydrated, but you can over hydrate as well. Over hydration happens when your sodium and water levels are out of balance. Can result in swelling most noticeably in the hands.
  9. Replies
    105
    Views
    45,191

    bag on the brain from thinking about the food bag

    bag on the brain from thinking about the food bag
  10. Replies
    105
    Views
    45,191

    lol smartass, you know what I mean.

    lol smartass, you know what I mean.
  11. Replies
    72
    Views
    25,979

    I get about 2 mph on flat ground, I'm no speed...

    I get about 2 mph on flat ground, I'm no speed walker.wont know climbing speed until I actually get in trail shape and see.
  12. Replies
    105
    Views
    45,191

    read through this posting.. i bought 50' was...

    read through this posting.. i bought 50' was considering 75' after reading someone wished they had an extra 20' on their 50' line. good thing I haven't actually cut my line in half yet. I did however...
  13. Replies
    105
    Views
    45,191

    I am convinced I can do without the gromets or...

    I am convinced I can do without the gromets or carabiners.. pretty handy with a knot. as far as the sleeve goes, since I'm no longer bringing my hammock, I can cannibalize the tree-hugger from it.
    ...
  14. Replies
    32
    Views
    17,237

    Greenways has some nice trails in the Ocala area....

    Greenways has some nice trails in the Ocala area. Bike or foot, your pick.
  15. Replies
    154
    Views
    97,691

    Just stay off of Trumps twitter page and you...

    Just stay off of Trumps twitter page and you should be alright.
  16. Replies
    105
    Views
    45,191

    Thinking maybe a knot to push it up after the...

    Thinking maybe a knot to push it up after the line goes over, idk, I'll make it work.
  17. Replies
    105
    Views
    45,191

    My tent fits both me and my pack, in places I...

    My tent fits both me and my pack, in places I cant stake I'll get creative.. been referred to as a McGuyver like mf'er by buddies of mine..I can make about anything work. Currently working on making...
  18. Replies
    45
    Views
    13,166

    does that mean carabiners are for hikers who cant...

    does that mean carabiners are for hikers who cant tie a bowline?
  19. Replies
    105
    Views
    45,191

    The fly attaches to the frame with u-clips along...

    The fly attaches to the frame with u-clips along the poles and to the tent itself with thumb clips at all 4 corners. I will be bringing stakes anyway, just not likely the ones it came with. Looking...
  20. Replies
    105
    Views
    45,191

    no, but I believe they're steel. I cannot bend...

    no, but I believe they're steel. I cannot bend them. I had extra's so I tried. They probably weigh a pound altogether(extra included)
  21. Replies
    105
    Views
    45,191

    Yes Wayne, i know lol. I should use them since...

    Yes Wayne, i know lol. I should use them since it's designed to be used with them. The times I used it without them it wasn't in rain or high winds.. just an average breeze. If I use them tho, I will...
  22. Thread: tech on trail

    by Sovi
    Replies
    77
    Views
    30,891

    I am among the non owners. I will be using one on...

    I am among the non owners. I will be using one on the AT for communication with home, and guthooks app, but will promptly be passing it off to someone when I return home. Want to know the weather,...
  23. Replies
    8
    Views
    4,735

    I got to witness it from Santee state park in SC....

    I got to witness it from Santee state park in SC. Amazingly it was partly overcast until about 30 mins prior to the beginning of the event, then not a cloud in the sky. The Event was awesome, totally...
  24. Replies
    71
    Views
    309,717

    Ever worn a ball cap and seen the sweat dry on it...

    Ever worn a ball cap and seen the sweat dry on it leaving the white lines? Makes the hat stiff and rough? That is salt residue. Same thing happens to the tops of boots if your socks aren't tall...
  25. Replies
    105
    Views
    45,191

    I have read the same things about the cork grips...

    I have read the same things about the cork grips and if I were to get a pair that would be one of the first things I would look for. Also I'm not a small guy, if I were getting poles to prevent...
Results 1 to 25 of 71
Page 1 of 3 1 2 3