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    :) Here's another vote for the Lightheart. I...

    :) Here's another vote for the Lightheart. I used mine to thru hike in 2009 and I'm still using the same tent now. It's been through everything! I keep telling myself I'm going to buy a new one when...
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    Another vote for the Lightheart Solo. Sets up in...

    Another vote for the Lightheart Solo. Sets up in about 1 minute, lightweight, packs small, tons of room inside and headroom, reliable in all weather.
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    Lightheart

    I bought a Lightheart Solo in Franklin, NC early on in my 2009 thru hike.
    The tent has weathered everything! wind, rain, snow. The bathtub floor worked great - I never had any "splashing" in even...
  4. I second the Canon 5D Mark II but not for...

    I second the Canon 5D Mark II but not for backpacking! - too heavy, bulky.
    I really like the Canon Powershot cameras for hiking. Light, cheap, good image quality and most allow for control of...
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    Anytime is the right time!

    Anytime is the right time!
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    I have been a long time fan of Arcteryx gear for...

    I have been a long time fan of Arcteryx gear for their quality. I have never had a problem with any of their stuff. The Bora 95 I bought ? 10 or so years ago still looks new and it has been used...
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    Pct

    Hey Frenchie Bla Bla!

    There's a small group of us planning to hike the PCT in 2012.
    I hope you guys will journal so i can follow along! Good Luck - Enjoy!

    Ramble On
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    Stewball touched a lot of people. He will be...

    Stewball touched a lot of people. He will be missed.
    His "Hannah Montana Hiking Tip" journal entries were genius and his sense of humor was incredible.
  9. Thread: Tarp Tent

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    I have a few and in 2009 I found the Lightheart....

    I have a few and in 2009 I found the Lightheart. I thru hiked with it and it was perfect. What I like most about it is that it's a double wall..the fly can be rolled up which is really nice when...
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    Biggest Dumbest thing I ever carried......DEBT!

    Biggest Dumbest thing I ever carried......DEBT!
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    Poll: Ruck & Roll

    I'll be there.
    ~ rooms left ?:rolleyes:
    Will there be some AV stuff in Relia's for a slideshow from a laptop or a DVD ? I'll put together some slideshows.

    Once this holiday thing is over I'll...
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    I had the pleasure of working for a North...

    I had the pleasure of working for a North Carolina Boy Scout camp and led backpacking & whitewater trips for several years. I've seen excellent adult leadership and I have seen a few examples of...
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    Em' Gaiters

    I done did worn me a pair O' em' gaiters bet part O' 2000 miles back in 09. En back there in 96 I worn a pair too likewise for right bout 900 miles. See, them gaiters is a right like personal...
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    Opps. Forgot to mention the book! Tim...

    Opps. Forgot to mention the book!

    Tim Homan's..HIKING TRAILS OF THE JOYCE KILMER-SLICKROCK & CITICO CREEK WILDERNESSES.

    Excellent book with detailed trail descriptions, maps, history etc.
    ...
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    Joyce Kilmer/Slickrock Creek and Citico Creek...

    Joyce Kilmer/Slickrock Creek and Citico Creek Wildernesses have some excellent trails. You will love this place!
    If you're planning on 15-18 mile days you can cover the entire area in a couple...
  16. Poll: Where? Snickers....show me the Snickers!

    Where? Snickers....show me the Snickers!
  17. Cheese! Good to see you on WB!

    Cheese! Good to see you on WB!
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    how big is the dog? I saw a new tent last year...

    how big is the dog?
    I saw a new tent last year during my thru hike and bought one..it's been (for me) the best piece of gear I've purchased. I'm a gear junkie and that is saying a lot!...
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    I've never had a problem parking at Newfound. ...

    I've never had a problem parking at Newfound. Bears have broken into cars that had food in them and dirtballs have broken into cars in the park. It's a rare thing but it does happen. Newfound Gap...
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    A hiker is a hiker and the trail family extends...

    A hiker is a hiker and the trail family extends to those who provide services along the trail. I don't think that there's some sort of strange buffer anywhere along the Appalachian Trail that makes...
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    :rolleyes: Kudos to Leprechaun for finding us...

    :rolleyes: Kudos to Leprechaun for finding us just such a spot this year. We come from all over the country and view Trail Days as a reunion. We were in tent city, didn't bother anybody and no one...
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    I used a Lightheart for the vast majority of my...

    I used a Lightheart for the vast majority of my thru hike last year. I took my time seam sealing it and it wasn't all that bad. As for the wind, I had the same thoughts and impressions that you...
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    Have you looked at Jack's R Better quilts? or a...

    Have you looked at Jack's R Better quilts? or a Reactor Liner?
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    I have a few in my gallery in GSMNP from March...

    I have a few in my gallery in GSMNP from March this year and April last year. If you find something that fits, feel free to use it.
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    Go with what you have. If and when you decide...

    Go with what you have. If and when you decide that there needs to be a change made you can pick up a light summer bag at an outfitter along the trail. Updated and new gear goes on the market all...
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