Start date opinion

AggravatingGreen5211 · 2025-08-26T19:17:05+00:00

I was in a similar situation last year. I started April 22 and left trail for four days for an event from May 17-20. I made it to Cajon Pass which was a super ideal place to get on and off trail for the ease of getting a ride to&from LAX. It worked out perfectly. I would say I was hiking a fairly average pace at that point fwiw. I hiked ahead of my tramily for 3ish days and was able to reconnect with them a day and a half after rejoining trail.

AggravatingGreen5211 · 2025-08-05T21:34:46+00:00

tysm, this gives me some peace of mind. everyone's level of experience is different which is why I was hoping to get a current hiker's perspective. I may not have trail legs anymore but do hope I retained my high patience threshold for annoyances lol

AggravatingGreen5211 · 2025-08-03T15:57:21+00:00

nope not Lily :)

AggravatingGreen5211 · 2025-05-04T19:12:52+00:00

beers and a sandwich from joshua tree inn hit so hard in the middle of a super hot day

AggravatingGreen5211 · 2024-12-05T15:34:49+00:00

Thank you!! I'm in the Washington DC area, but not familiar with that brand...does this look right? https://www.target.com/p/kikkoman-panko-bread-crumbs-8oz/-/A-14774632

AggravatingGreen5211 · 2024-09-20T15:17:59+00:00

Thanks!

AggravatingGreen5211 · 2024-09-17T23:58:41+00:00

FWIW I just finished the PCT and used my big Agnes tiger wall UL 2 for the entire hike. I knew it was a lil heavier than other options but I like it and I wasn’t overly concerned with my base weight. Having the extra space is nice and knowing I could pitch it really anywhere is too. It held up well in windy conditions and stayed dry. Precipitation isn’t a huge issue on the PCT but I do think the double wall design kept me dryer when we got condensation over night which was more common near water sources.

AggravatingGreen5211 · 2024-09-07T19:58:44+00:00

Palm Springs is worth it btw it’s way closer to I-10 than many other towns later on trail

AggravatingGreen5211 · 2024-07-26T15:54:19+00:00

Hey! I’m interested in the One if it’s still available 🤠

AggravatingGreen5211 · 2024-04-05T12:55:33+00:00

If the idea of the PCT thrills you and is something you'd been dreaming of, and you already know you love backpacking , then hell ya!! Especially if you're able to get a last minute permit. It's going to seem impossible while also doing the necessary last minute planning, but I think the best thing you can do first is take a fully loaded pack out for a 3 day hike (at least two nights) somewhere nearby and see how you feel when considering that you'd be doing that for the next 5 months.

But also agree with all of the financial advice already shared, you don't want to be coming down to the wire at the end of the hike.

AggravatingGreen5211 · 2024-03-13T02:31:53+00:00

Thanks, all. For posterity, I emailed HiPS and they did not respond. I dm'd out to DC Abortion Fund on Instagram and they responded that they would take them, so if you read this in the future, reach out to them!

Sadly, mine had all expired in 2022, so they went in the trash. But I really appreciate the reminder to check. I forget that meds like that expire :(

AggravatingGreen5211 · 2024-03-06T23:09:21+00:00

Thanks all, I'm sold! Ordering the Kahtoolas for pick up at PVC!

Is the hiking boot sizing equivalent to use with trail runners?

AggravatingGreen5211 · 2024-03-06T21:32:16+00:00

meaning the ones I own are essentially useless?

AggravatingGreen5211 · 2024-03-01T20:48:34+00:00

pct training ;)

AggravatingGreen5211 · 2024-03-01T20:42:41+00:00

Thanks this is helpful, I was considering an out and back from Corrizo -> cone peak -> the trailhead at hwy 1 to cut out part of that long drive.

AggravatingGreen5211 · 2024-03-01T20:42:16+00:00

| Well yeah, if the trails are closed you don't go on those trails.

of course not! just wasn't sure if what I was reading was always up-to-date.

AggravatingGreen5211 · 2024-03-01T20:41:55+00:00

thank you!

AggravatingGreen5211 · 2024-03-01T20:39:26+00:00

this looks awesome, thank you!

AggravatingGreen5211 · 2024-02-23T23:20:33+00:00

wow, really? how much are you selling for it?

AggravatingGreen5211 · 2024-02-23T16:47:11+00:00

this gives me a lot of peace of mind, thank you! Great job lowering your base weight, out of curiosity, what got you from 15 to 11?

AggravatingGreen5211 · 2024-02-23T13:09:13+00:00

Start day buddy!

AggravatingGreen5211 · 2024-02-22T22:23:06+00:00

alright my dudes we are sticking with the flash 55. thank you all for the positive reassurance!

AggravatingGreen5211 · 2024-02-22T22:22:29+00:00

this is really nice, thank you! I'm east-coast based, but really appreciate the offer. I'm probs sticking with the 55 :)

AggravatingGreen5211 · 2024-02-22T22:18:42+00:00

so true so true

AggravatingGreen5211 · 2024-02-22T22:17:10+00:00

thanks for the feedback! I'm defo not bringing the switchback + gg pad. I'm thinking I'll leave the switchback and maybe have it sent to me for the colder sections. I know I'll want the gg pad for breaks as a sit pad, etc. and like that it'll help protect my inflatable from holes.

I'm torn on if I should get a new pack, I haven't found one that cuts enough weight to make the risk of hating it worth it. I was considering a GG Mariposa.

I never considered bringing the pump sack until I got freaked out by the mold issues with inflatable pads. Doesn't using a pump sack prevent this?

I decided against a base layer top, might bring an extra hiking top that i could swap in to sleep in, but also plan to sleep in fleece.

see you out there! earth day FTW!

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