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Change of plans....maybe

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  • odd man out -

    Replied to the thread TOPO Ultraventure.

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    According to the most recent survey of AT long distance hikers by The Trek thetrek.co/appalachian-trail/t…l-2023-thru-hiker-survey/ Altra is the most popular brand by a wide margin, with as many users as the next three brands combined (#2=Hoka,…

  • Astro -

    Liked odd man out’s post in the thread Garmin Explorer/Garmin GPS.

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    I like my Mini (V1). My last 2 hikes were in locations where I didn't need a phone (no service, maps adequate, I have a mirrorless camera) so the Garmin was my only communication. It can be paired with a phone app to make the interface more user…

  • odd man out -

    Replied to the thread Garmin Explorer/Garmin GPS.

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    I like my Mini (V1). My last 2 hikes were in locations where I didn't need a phone (no service, maps adequate, I have a mirrorless camera) so the Garmin was my only communication. It can be paired with a phone app to make the interface more user…

  • StalkingTortoise -

    Replied to the thread Whiskey Thread.

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    Whenever I have bourbon-drinking guests over, I'll offer a pour of Blanton's with the caveat that it's a very good $66 (retail) bourbon. Then I offer something that is truly special so they have a frame of reference. …

  • odd man out -

    Liked LIhikers’s post in the thread Hiking plan for 2024.

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    Kathy and I just bought Amtrak tickets to Harper's Ferry were we'll start our LASH of the southern half of the AT. We also reserved a room at the motel for that first night as we didn't want to start walking as late as the train gets in at 5:16. So…

  • StalkingTortoise -

    Liked odd man out’s post in the thread Whiskey Thread.

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    I am out of Rye and low on bourbon so I made a run to the liquor store. After looking around a bit, the manager asked what I was looking for. I said I wanted rye, and liked Sazerac, but I hadn't seen it in a store in years and wondered what might be…

  • IMScotty -

    Liked Astro’s post in the thread Hiker Rescues and Fatalities.

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    Don't remember fording a lot of rivers in NH, but do in ME. Always appreciated the ropes.

  • Astro -

    Replied to the thread Hiker Rescues and Fatalities.

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    Don't remember fording a lot of rivers in NH, but do in ME. Always appreciated the ropes.

  • IMScotty -

    Replied to the thread Hiker Rescues and Fatalities.

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    Quote from IMScotty: “A week in the Whites. This one will not end well. boston.com/news/local-news/202…e-man/?p1=hp_featurestack ” As predicted. A bit of a mystery but sounds like a river crossing that ended badly. …

  • rhjanes -

    Liked LIhikers’s post in the thread Hiking plan for 2024.

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    Kathy and I just bought Amtrak tickets to Harper's Ferry were we'll start our LASH of the southern half of the AT. We also reserved a room at the motel for that first night as we didn't want to start walking as late as the train gets in at 5:16. So…

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  • TOPO Ultraventure

    max.patch +1

    New

    Mountain Crossings made this post recently in FB:

    "TOPO trail runners are easily becoming our most popular shoe. We filled in more colors for the TOPO Ultraventure 3 for men’s and women’s trail runners. Come grab some new shoes today!"

    Never heard of em, so I took a quick look. They have a vibram sole which I am partial to for a variety of reasons. REI also carries them.

    My guess is that Hoka Speedgoats are still one of the most popular trail runners. They also have a vibram sole, but a knock against them is that they (the shoe not the sole) seem to wear out sooner than others.

    Doing primarily shorter hikes in Georgia I use trail runners that I get at the outlook mall. I would check these out when that changes.

    Anecdotal observation -- A see a lot of walkers at the soccer field track and at the gym track weating Hokas. These people do not look like hikers. :) I wonder if these shoes are a fad?

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  • SMD Deschutes Plus

    Rasty

    Six Moon Designs Deschutes Plus
    Weight - 16 ounces
    Weight w/Pegs - 18.125 ounces
    Material - 30D Silnylon
    Features - A no-frills tarp with a no-see-um skirt perimeter. Uses a single trekking pole set anywhere between 40" (100cm) to hug the ground or 49" (125cm) to provide great ventilation.
    Pros - Weight, Ventilation
    Cons - The setup is slightly confusing. There are 6 points to attach with pegs. Two of those point must be pegged first and are very difficult specify in dark and/or windy…

  • Winter Linville Gorge

    Rasty +2

    Winter Linville Gorge

    On February 27th, 28th and 29th I did a two night out and back trip from Wolf Pit Road trail-head to Table Rock mountain and back. In typical cafe fashion I planned this trip while driving 80 mph east on I-40 heading back from the Smokies. I stopped at a McDonald's to borrow some free Wifi to get a picture of a the trails and away I went. Going up Wolf Pit road in my 2002 Honda Accord was risky with the amount of ice and snow on the road. The final hill going down to the…

  • Winter GSMNP Trip

    Rasty +3

    Great Smoky Mountain National Park

    On February 25th and 26th I did a nice loop in the Smokies from Big Creek Ranger Station parking lot to Deep Gap along the AT south of Mt. Cammerer fire tower. There was about 6 to 8 inches of snow while going up. I stealth camped due to the amount of snow coming in and the next day went down the Big Creek trail. Overnight there was another 6 to 8 inches of snow and freezing fog.

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  • Chicken Jambalaya

    Rasty +2

    Chicken Jambalaya

    5 grams - Freeze Dried Chicken
    7 grams - Dehydrated Chopped Onion
    5 grams - Dehydrated Leeks
    2 grams - Freeze Dried Celery
    5 grams - Freeze Dried Bell Pepper
    56 grams - Rice (Real or Instant)
    2 grams - Dehydrated Green Onion
    7 grams - Creole Seasoning
    7 grams - Dehydrated Diced Tomato
    7 grams - Tomato Powder
    7 grams - Chicken Stock Powder
    1 gram - Black Pepper
    1 gram - Salt
    28 grams - Dried Chorizo Sausage
    14 grams - Olive Oil
    8 ounces - Water

    Calories - 680
    Dry Weight -…

  • Nestle Nido Milkshakes

    Rasty +3

    Nestle Nido and Breakfast Essential Based Milkshakes

    Nestle Nido is a full fat powdered milk which when combined with water makes a high calorie milk. I add Nestle Carnation Breakfast Essentials to add flavor and additional calories.

    Chocolate Latte

    1/2 Cup - Nestle Nido
    2 Packets - Chocolate Nestle Carnation Breakfast Essentials
    2 Packets - Folgers Instant Coffee Singles
    16 Ounces - Water

    Calories 580
    Weight 4.5 ounces

    1) Combine dry ingredients in zip lock bag
    2) Mix with water and…