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    Feb 1 Start NOBO

    Hey y'all! I'm pretty warm-blooded, how does my sleeping setup fare for a Feb 1 NOBO?



    10°F Western Mountaineering Versalite
    Sea-To-Summit Reactor Liner
    Homeade Tyvek 1443r open-top bivy...
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    Don't worry about how people make their days,...

    Don't worry about how people make their days, Slo-go'en... I've been a licensed backcountry guide/WFR/LNT certified with over 30 years experience on the trail... I don't travel 'stupid'; that base is...
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    Planning SOBO E2E Sep 15-> early October......

    Planning SOBO E2E Sep 15-> early October... Hoping for a 12lb. base, reach out!
    -hourspermile
  4. BTW I'm aware of the nearby Raven Rock Shelter &...

    BTW I'm aware of the nearby Raven Rock Shelter & campsite area!
  5. Shelter Gone/Existing Tent Campsites OK?

    Northern MD- The Devil's Racecourse Shelter has been removed as of June 6. I cannot find anything referring to a ban on the nearby tent sites... Anybody?

    Thanks for your time!
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    I spotted him in the Calf Mtn. Shelter in...

    I spotted him in the Calf Mtn. Shelter in southern Shenandoah last Monday, 4/4/16. He had just finished a 38 mile day, starting at the base of The Priest.
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    Either master, or pup is the same... Balance as...

    Either master, or pup is the same... Balance as you go. I've found my (most excellent) Granite Gear dog pack needs consistent balance. I will empty either H2O reservoir equally when resting, or...
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    Hey, as long as you don't play 'Don't Stop...

    Hey, as long as you don't play 'Don't Stop Believing', I'll be ok... *ack*
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    Not certain yet, but I'm likely hiking north from...

    Not certain yet, but I'm likely hiking north from Rockfish Gap in Early April, so it is very possible we may share a grin! And you won't find me playing a harmonica... :)
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    -2 pair merino socks... As previously mentioned,...

    -2 pair merino socks... As previously mentioned, one clean & drying while wearing the other. If you've never tried this before, begin with three pair, and it is much easier. I typically wash each...
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    Apologies, I should have clarified AT winter...

    Apologies, I should have clarified AT winter 'South of New England'... heh
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    I'm good to 0°F with my 20°F Rab Summit down &...

    I'm good to 0°F with my 20°F Rab Summit down & liner!!!
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    Winter Thru Base Weight

    What's your winter base weight? I'm not talking about snowshoes, but I am talking about winter weather: GTX hiking boots 9of course not included in base weight), ice traction, 20°F bag and liner,...
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    I too feel that a bit of the meaning is lost... I...

    I too feel that a bit of the meaning is lost... I frequent the relatively near Monongahela National Forest that is frequently only called 'the mon'. The beauty of the word is lost... I personally...
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    Heading out in early April... I'm more interested...

    Heading out in early April... I'm more interested in the cold weather, not so much the Blackberry milkshake.
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    Early April Shenandoah Thru

    Anybody hopping on, either NOBO or SOBO? Hoping to see a few of you out there!
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    Where's The Crowd?

    Just wondering to spread a little trail magic. Thanks!
  18. Thinking About My Feet In Winter Away From Home

    Ok. I hike & backpack a lot. Typically all year in the mountains of WV. Could anyone help me with the typical, and low temperatures hiking January-March south of Virginia (on the trail)? I'm trying...
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