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It's funny coming across this post...because I just met the ridgerunner (Hungarian = trailname) not 20minutes ago. He came into the Doyle Hotel here in duncannon and was showing me pictures of the...

Hey everyone, just a quick question...

My hiking partner and I will be leaving next wednesday for our thru-hike and one thing we've been joking around about is possible trail names.

Is it...

I wear the under armour boxer briefs as well and I have to agree that they do make my ass feel wonderful :)

We've actually talked to both charities extensively and they're was no issues as long as we transfer the funds directly from our paypal account. And include a detailed list (from paypal) of all...

Check this out... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wSYWoplv_Uo

The guy has good idea for an ultralight "container" to scoop water into your dirty bag. Just using an old platy thats cut at an...

Well thanks Buzz, I appreciate the kind words.

Well, becuase I don't need your money...But, the Kidney Foundation and American Heart Association do. This charity was started to benefit our fathers who have been affected by kidney and heart...

EVERYTHING goes to charity. I'm a web designer and built the site in my free time.

Hey everybody, I just wanted to share this link with you and encourage everyone to spread the word to others who may be interested in donating. We've put a lot of work into the website and thought it...

Your at a much higher risk of getting sick at T.G.I. Fridays (or the like) than getting sick from eating 3-4 day old cheese.

I tried this out the other day and it was damn good.

- Dehydrate some bean "powder" (Video Recipe: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=44RzBxOjgSQ)

- Mix bean powder with water in camp and spread...

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I just got a pair of these...very comfortable. They weight a few ounces less than crocs (I think they're around 5.5 oz a shoe) and they're made from the same...

I've got the sea to summit liner also, and I love it. It's even great by itself for warm weather, but its a bit heavier than the silk liners. Its also got a wonderful stretching ability so you don't...

Just found these last night, thought someone else might find it useful...I've seen the tuna and salmon packets before, but not chicken. I immediatley thought TRAIL QUESIDILLAS! I can't wait to try it...

Concerns:
Out of all the aspects of planning a thru-hike I find the food the most daunting. I've got me gear list "nailed down" but, I definitely need some help with my food choices. I'm not an...

Out of curiosity...

Of those of you who have thru-hiked, how many rivers and creeks did you have to ford? And how many times did you take the time to put on your crocs/camp shoes before you did...

This is a pretty specific question but, do any of you guys/gals know the exact weight of a pair of size 11 crocs? (preferably the kind with the back strap and holes in top)

Reason being, I just...

Cruiser are you recommending the product on the right (The Blister Bandages) --> ( http://www.jnjsportsmed.com/productsList.do?categoryId=5 ) or is it the "Blister Block" on the bottom left that your...

What supplies should I be carrying in my first aid kit? I would normally be carrying for a weekend or longer:

- Antiseptic Cream
- (4) 4" x 4" Gauze Pads
- (8) Normal Bandages
- (2) 4" x 4"...

Oh, I also bought this book a few weeks ago and its really helpful in getting your food planning right (which to me is the hardest part to plan)...

The book is written by a woman who prepared...

Hey, Hikergirl
My hiking partner and I have a SOBO planned for early July 2009, hope to see you out there!

I've got a knit hat that I keep in my bag 99% of the time, I just need a new one. So, I was seeing if anyone had any suggestions of a specific product. The one i've got now is on its last leg...

Ok, so i've got most of my gearlist complete (Mid-May NOBO 2009), but the one section that i'm really struggling with is clothing.

The big item that I can't decide on is a jacket...One side of...

Oh, my plan is to leave nobo in May 09...

But, could possibly start sobo in June 09, not sure yet...

Hey everybody, I was wondering if I could get some help with my gearlist. It's still a little "unfinished" because I'm still undecided on a few things. So, feel free to critique or suggest any...