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I was at 255 before I started "training" I lost about 15 before the trail which definitely helped me in the first few weeks. I thought "man this is easier than I thought it would be". After the...

Harrisburg for Amtrak or Greyhound
Stroudsburg / DWG for Greyhound

Anything else is a pain in the a.

Don't go to NYC (its in the wrong direction). You can catch WB transportation at either...

If you haven't already bought the tent, try the SD Light Year to see if that will work for you. Not quite as big but it saves some ounces. If you want to drop some coin there are other lightweight...

I've hiked with and without poles and I'm definitely in the "poles are good" corner. As suggested get a pair of old ski poles and cut them down if neccessary. Save the $100 for beer.

As for the jacket Froo Toggs was a good suggestion but durability is an issue. This year some people had them seriously duct tapeded by Hot Springs. I used the Red Ledge Thunderlight (I think). ...

Word from some locals in Monroe is that there is an existing off road track and they are looking to expand it and add dirtbikes to the mix. I'll see if I can find any more info...

Weird coincidence. I've got a meeting in Strousburg tomorrow for work. I'll ask the locals and let you in on what I hear.

I was hoping for Lithiums for my both my headlamp and mp3 player. I think they are significantly lighter? I guess the old standby will have to do.

Does anyone make AAA Lithium batteries? I can't seem to find any in my recent outing to Target or KMart.

Another one of my favorite lot bumber stickers... Screw Reality, I'm going on Tour!. In this case its, "I'm going to hike the AT" Bonarroo was awesome last year. Seriously debating coming off the...

"You don't make friends with salad, you don't make friends with salad."

I stayed there in October during one of my shakedowns. The cat is no longer inhabiting the shelter. The log said it has been taken in by a local family before the winter and cold weather came. It...

Thanks for the input now some follow-up Q & As. I have used the filter on all my backpacking trips and have been happy, but these consisted of mostly 3 - 7 days trips. I plan to continue to treat...

New to the forum. Thanks to everyone for some great information. Question... I already own a PUR Hiker (from a few years ago) that weighs in at 12 ounces. What are my other options for...