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I'll be using the Squall on my 2004 thru-hike-- I could have gone with a Virga, but I like having the extra room. Since I'll be on my own, the Squall provides more than enough space for myself and...

I'll be starting in March... not gonna worry too much about insect repellent for the first month or so, and I'll pick it up when I need it. The pure DEET stuff scares me-- are there any other DEET...

I, too, will be starting in early March. (Three weeks from yesterday, specifically). This is what I'll be taking:

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S/S Silkweight Polypro
L/S Polyester hiking shirt
Primaloft Pullover...

I didn't think I would be keeping an online journal, but, well, things change. I now have a journal at:

http://www.trailjournals.com/entry.cfm?trailname=2016

I look forward to seeing some of...

I am by no means an expert on the AT or on the people who support it, but I just wanted to comment on this. In the process of planning my 2004 thru-hike, I have bought the Companion, the Data Book,...

I'll be leaving in March. :)

Just got the date nailed down a couple days ago-- I'll be starting on March 8th from Amicalola.

There are medical solutions out there to help people stop snoring-- nasal strips and such that don't weigh much. I know those don't work for everyone, but it might be something to look into if...

I'll be starting somewhere in the vicinity of early to mid March. The exact date depends on how the details of my ride down to Springer work out-- I probably won't know exactly until early next...

I've flown on a transatlantic flight with a pack. Heading outbound from the US, I just checked my pack in as standard baggage, no special procedures needed. However, on the way back I had to check...

Hmmm... I wear glasses, and I'm planning for a thru-hike next March. I haven't given much thought to eyewear-- my biggest concern has been what to do if the lenses break (answer: keep a spare pair...