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    I have the Deuter ACT lite 65+10. I got it...

    I have the Deuter ACT lite 65+10. I got it because I wanted the extra comfort and stability. It is definitely not for UL'ers. I was able to carry my gear and a bear can with some creative positioning.
  2. Thread: Doxycycline

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    Doxy is the drug of choice. I know too many...

    Doxy is the drug of choice. I know too many NY'ers who have been recently bitten and that's what they're all getting and what you'd get if you went to urgent care here. One of my friends who got...
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    I carry a bear canister (the Garcia--I call it...

    I carry a bear canister (the Garcia--I call it "Jerry" for short :) ) because I've mastered all the parts of a great bear hang except for one: I can never get the hang high enough. At the end of a...
  4. Hint: There's a reason it's called BACKPACKING...

    Hint: There's a reason it's called BACKPACKING and not MESSENGER BAGGING.
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    I bet you could totally toss in sesame...

    I bet you could totally toss in sesame flour--great idea!!! I wish I had done that before my section!
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    If you're a coffee addict, Starbucks makes an...

    If you're a coffee addict, Starbucks makes an instant iced coffee version of their via product, so you can get your fix without cooking.
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    Words always seem so inadequate at time like...

    Words always seem so inadequate at time like these. May you and yours find peace and comfort in your memories.
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    It was the Mashipacong Shelter. :) Go,...

    It was the Mashipacong Shelter. :)
    Go, Stringbean, go!!!!!!!!!!!
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    Since meeting Stringbean in NJ, I've had a new...

    Since meeting Stringbean in NJ, I've had a new respect for trail runners and yeah, I've sort of told everyone about him.
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    Doing the New Jersey section in August with a...

    Doing the New Jersey section in August with a friend of mine. I cannot begin to tell you how much I learned from everyone on WB. Thanks, you guys!!!!!!!!
  11. I hate when that happens.

    I hate when that happens.
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    Easy No-Cook Trail Hummus

    Prepping for my section hike and I'm a big hummus eater so I developed this.

    Try it out and prep all dry ingredients at home. I'm giving you what you'll need to make enough to develop it...
  13. I just read that as "err on the size of crouton"...

    I just read that as "err on the size of crouton" and figured that if it's not as big as a crouton, you're pretty much going to be okay. :)
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    Delaware Water Gap NJ to 17A in NY. I've...

    Delaware Water Gap NJ to 17A in NY. I've day-hiked piece of NY since I live close.
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    Title nine for sports bras. Women-owned company,...

    Title nine for sports bras. Women-owned company, excellent customer service. A little pricey but excellent quality products, all rated by activity and impact, tells you which bras are best for which...
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    I have probably rescued and returned dogs to...

    I have probably rescued and returned dogs to their owners at least ten times in the past eight years. However, that was while local to where I live, and usually dogs that either wandered onto my...
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    Thanks for posting this. I actually just asked...

    Thanks for posting this. I actually just asked about this on another forum, so this was super helpful.
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    Done it a bunch of times. Loved it. If you have...

    Done it a bunch of times. Loved it. If you have the chance, go for it.
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    Expensive but get the store brand of Allegra at...

    Expensive but get the store brand of Allegra at your next resupply, assuming it's allergies. Best stuff out there. I always have horrible allergies and this stuff is a lifesaver. Hope you feel better...
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    Have you considered volunteering on your local...

    Have you considered volunteering on your local trail maintenance crew? In NY, there are always NY-NJ Trail Conference volunteer projects. Maybe things like that would be good.
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    So...I'm guessing Frogg Toggs? Or will an...

    So...I'm guessing Frogg Toggs? Or will an umbrella be better in a vulture vomit storm?
  22. Thread: Cocoanut Oil

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    I've used it for years to make moisturizer but I...

    I've used it for years to make moisturizer but I doubt that's relevant here.
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    I caught a tick trying to catch a ride on my leg...

    I caught a tick trying to catch a ride on my leg this past Sunday while on the AT in NY.
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    LL Bean: making hiking unaffordable since 1912....

    LL Bean: making hiking unaffordable since 1912.
    "But it's just walking...."
    "Not anymore, kiddies. Now it's upscale adventure walking. Those miles are gonna cost ya!"
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    Is it possible to batch cook and dehydrate so all...

    Is it possible to batch cook and dehydrate so all you have to do is rehydrate and toss in a shot of olive oil when cooking? It would be lighter than carrying fresh food.
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