New AT news article from CNN

[ShelterLeopard]

http://us.cnn.com/2011/TRAVEL/07/06/...ml?hpt=hp_bn12

Spotted Chaco Taco's name here. (Hope this hasn't already been posted a whole bunch of times)

[weary]

A pretty good piece, but as usual with most of the media it offers bad advice at times. For instance, It is not "possible to walk the trail without a tent," at least not responsibly. Shelters are often full. To suggest otherwise does a disservice to those without experience on the trail.

Yes knee damage is possible. Though hikers who know enough to pace themselves properly, are very unlikely to have such problems.

[Red Hat]

and the "chaco taco" guy isn't our Chaco Taco from NC now living in NH.... of team "chacopac"