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I am proceeding with plans for this, with an attempt date of early spring 2017. Since posting this thread I have trained hard and lost over 20 lbs. The plan now is to carry virtually nothing except...

At first I was angry that someone was so outlandishly fraudulent to deceive us, not to mention discredit Karl and the others

But now I think she is genuinely disturbed and probably believes...

Yes the mountain house type meals have tons of sodium.....I find my stomach getting upset if I eat an entire "meal" in one sitting.

Go attempt a 30 mile day hike this weekend, that will give you a good idea of what to expect

I am proceeding with plans for this hike. I have done some longer day hikes including a 20 miler (admiittedly without the elevation of the GA AT) and it really wasnt that bad. I have also been...

Good luck man, just did that exact hike.....there were some cool random tent spots (with established fire ring) along the route. Water everywhere. It will be extremely cold and probabyl windy on...

North from the NOC is no joke, especially for the south

I agree with this 100%, not just for hiking but all outdoor endeavors. Under Armour cold gear tights are pretty versatile and dry really fast.

Great, thank you for the humbling advice. I am going to do a 20 miler this weekend and see how it goes. My main reason for this thread was not so much for advice on "if I can make it" because only I...

a: I am self employed so I do what I want in that regard

b: I cant tell if you are being sarcastic or helpful. If my aspirations are not realistic I would appreciate the more experienced hikers...

you are right, and honestly 10 miles was basically a joke to me. I think 20+ will be doable in decent weather with a light pack.

Im going to hit up a local state park and do a 20 mile hike this...

Fair question, I think because I was carrying around 35lbs, I feel like I could go much faster and further carrying much less. Also, I will be in even better shape by then. I probably will not wait...

I meant 9-10 AM on Friday.

This is my general itinerary:

Friday (starting around 9-10): Springer to Woody Gap

Saturday (starting at sunup): Woody gap to Tray Mtn

Sunday (starting at...

I know I have seen some threads on this before but I couldnt find them.

Just got back from NOC to Fontana and I am planning next trip.

I want to do the Georgia AT in a weekend. By weekend im...

I got a Burton fleece hoodie on STP for like $30. I used it from NOC to Fontana recently and it did well and did a decent job at repelling water. I alternated between it and a rain shell

I have had this exact thought. There has got to be places where you could camp for a long time and no one would ever know.

SO why exactly is everyone whining about this movie increases AT traffic, when its hardly showing anywhere? This, not, Walk in the Woods is exactly going to be like a new Star Wars movie in that...

Thank you all for the information

Thanks you all for the information. One other question, how many hours should it take an in shape hiker to make it from NOC to Cheoah Bald? I know its about 8 miles, im thinking 6 hours hike time?...

I am wondering if the springs are still flowing with the possibility of freezing weather.

I always thought that a stove would just be a hassle.

Besides, not having hot food on the trail would just make town visits that much better

Thanks everyone for the advices

What about Fontana to Cable Gap Shelter and back?

Basically Im looking for 5-6 miles each day.

The suggestion about getting a ride to Wayah then hiking back to the NOC wont work...I am in Alabama and have a 3 hour drive to the area, plus I lose an hour, so realistically I could not get on the...

I am having a hard time finding a map of the area online...I have searched for "north carolina AT map" and I cannot find what I need.