PandaJo - you won't be alone. As said previously if possible hit the flip flop festival if you can and there will be folks there who are starting then or who have started a little earlier in...
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PandaJo - you won't be alone. As said previously if possible hit the flip flop festival if you can and there will be folks there who are starting then or who have started a little earlier in...
Don't know if you are still checking in here but just back on line after a long break. I am looking at Flip Flop as I failed NOBO due to the death of my father and I had to leave the trail to settle...
I am looking at a Flip Flop starting south of Harpers Ferry Mid April to arrive around flip flop festival. I definitely like the flexibility of flip flop with no rush to reach Katahdin. I...
Planning a thru hike for 2019. Flip flop starting Mid April, Northern Virginia. 2017 thru hike attempt stopped after the unexpected death of my Dad pulled me off the trail in the first week. ...
Have no worries, you wont be alone. I don't see any CON's myself. I started NOBO last March solo at 60yo and found being alone was not an issue. I quickly found a group that was hiking about the...
I like a simple cotton bandana, easy to tie to the lower strap of backpack for quick grab if you don't have to take you pack off to pee, or for a little wipe if sweaty and want a little freshening...
On my 2017 thru hike attempt ( had to leave the trail for death in family) I wore a hiking skirt with short style merino wool underwear (I'm XL so wanted legs protection from thighs rubbing) and I...
IMO - I'm from Maine and have been very successful section hiking Maine and NH in trail runners. Once I left the boots behind and switched to trail runners never looked back. Fewer foot issues,...
Oops forgot to add, sports bra from Walmart on sale. Closes in the front making it easier to get on whether wet or dry or sweaty or not. On the trail, trying to turn around from others and fight...
Carissa,
I responded on clothing in the overweight female thread. I found a Nike athletic skirt at Kohls, as it's stretchy a Lg worked for me. (I am size 16/18) To prevent the thigh rub I...
Carissa,
I have hiked in Yoga type pants and never had a problem on week long hikes. For my SOBO hike I'm heading out on in 10 days I bought a Nike athletic skirt at Kohls, and ordered womens...
Don't be afraid. After doing it you will see you are stronger than you thought. I've been section hiking for 10 years on the AT and will soon head out for a SOBO hike solo. In all my hikes I've...
The important thing is people helped you and you got the care you needed. Although not as severe case of illness on the trail I too had wonderful angels help me when I got sick hiking. I was amazed...
I will be starting around that time NOBO. Estimated date on springer March 28th. I have some flexibility and may leave a little earlier depending on the weather forecasts. I also have someone who...
Great Job !!!!! There's no time limit on hiking...it's your hike at your speed and distance. Just wonderful you were out on the trail. One step at a time.
I didn't wear my wedding band and engagement ring for any of my section hikes. Generally went bare handed if short hike or if longer and wanted a band I had a cheap costume band I wore. For my...
There's another thread a few down from this that is posted some other ladies have posted in that are planning a 2017 thru hike. Check it out. I'll be starting a little behind you and at 60 moving...
Is anyone else planning to hike next year like me anxious, excited, nervous and just don't know how I'll manage the next 4 months? I have most everything ready and doing a workout plan to get into...
NOBO last week of March. No trail name yet - hope it finds me on the trail. Starting solo but look forward to meeting others on the trail. Not worried about being alone as it's a busy starting...
Heather,
I have used this type of shirt section hiking on the AT. The sleeves roll up. I think others have mentioned similar style. I find them comfortable and cool to hike in with the fabric. ...
I use the pad like Traillium and only partially inflate. I chose that for my thru hike verses an underquilt in the event I need to go to ground or sleep in a shelter, also a little cheaper.
Pack - Osprey Exos 48L
Tent - Hennessey Hammock - Asym (Been using for several years and sleep better in it than tent)
Bag - Down LLBean 35 degree (Purchased in their discount store so cheap for...
I personally have not been treated for cancer but my section hiking partner had chemo for Breast Cancer. She and I have hiked together on short AT section hikes in Maine and NH the past 4 years. ...
No Trail Name yet
NOBO March 28th/ 29th
No approach trail
No quite answering your question but....Did you look at the Osprey Exos 48 unisex pack? I just purchased one for hiking the AT next year. It is less expensive and may fit your needs with shorter...