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Or Hughes Gap to 19E (get a shuttle at Mountain Harbour Bed and Breakfast).

Anything but new to the Internet, actually. But it's never been quite this blatant for me before.

My goodness, since I searched for titanium pots several weeks ago, Campmor ads for titanium cookware are popping up on pages all over the Internet.

This is the most blatant series of targeted ads...

Any recent sitings?

Go, Janet, Go!

Yup.



Why? You really don't expect another chance to hike?

If your wife's opinion doesn't matter, why did you marry her in the first place? If your marriage doesn't come first, what does...

Hope you showered before jumping in the tub ...

Hey, I can definitely tell what you're talking about by waving a few canisters around, with different amounts of fuel.

Thanks!

I'd focus on hiking, backpacking, and camping, get the skills down, get in shape, get tough mentally, and don't worry as much about the gear.

Simple, cheap gear works fine. Look at the gear lists...

OK, Grease pot is a real contender. And definitely one of the cheapest options, which is good for a cheapskate like me.

On the higher end (and I have to keep this definitely below $50), I see...

Is there any advantage to the Walmart grease pot over the K-Mart one if I don't need the larger size?

That looks great! I'll have to go visit one at K-Mart ...

I've tried. And I have to agree with you.

I've been using the same 2 coated aluminum pots since 2005. One holds 2 cups, and is great when it's just me. One holds 6-7 cups, it's overkill for even two people, takes up a lot of room in my pack,...

No. It just doesn't happen. I love to go back.

Sometimes I'd rather see something new, but I've never worn out a section of trail yet.

I saw a review of a titanium pot that claimed that they don't conduct heat well, and therefore require more fuel. Is this true?

If so, does the weight of the fuel outweigh the weight savings of...

OK. I'll have to save my next empty canister so I can compare.

For those who weigh your canisters - do you carry a scale with you? How do you know how full it is on the trail?

Just found this neat tip for figuring out how full a fuel canister is.

You start with an empty canister and a full canister.

1. Float the empty canister in water. Draw a line around the...

Does anyone know of cars vandalized at 19-E in the last 10 years or so? Rumor has it the person who was vandalizing cars there has finally been brought under control. Old dispute involving the...

I agree on Erwin to Rt. 19E. It's also got a lot of variety, in addition to the stunning classic views that come from some of the best balds anywhere. Definitely take the side trail to the Grassy...

We have a lot of stormwater easements where I live, with a surface that is mostly "flattened meadow", mowed occasionally, and uneven.

It's a much softer surface than most of the trails I hike on,...

I can only agree with everyone else here. It feels great on my back, carries a lot of weight well, feels good with smaller loads, and has places for everything. What's not to like?

I sometimes...

Just discovered some useful topographical maps online, for free download (your tax dollars at work). The data has been available online for quite a while, but the new browsers make it very easy to...

I noticed that this uses the USGS maps, created by the government, so I checked online, and you can download PDFs for free!

The Uwharries map is available here.

I carry a 10' x 12' silnylon tarp, that's big enough to set up an A with the hammock at low sitting level and still get both ends down to the ground and staked in securely. If it gets windy or really...