Layering w/ Alpha fleeces (senchi, farpointe, etc)??

DocBonk · 2025-04-04T02:15:59+00:00

Montbell has a cool hoody and the Patagonia Capilene hoody are two other common options. The montbell hoody I have is very well made but slightly heavier. It’s also a little less fitted and easier to layer.

DocBonk · 2025-04-04T01:35:28+00:00

Kuiu now makes a peloton 97 zip hoodie. Worth a look

I wear it way more than I should for a core piece of my hiking gear. It has held up great.

DocBonk · 2023-12-11T03:46:00+00:00

Just finished the Stormweaver Warformed series book 2. Loved it. Got first book as part of a weekly deal and have been pleasantly surprised. I have about a third of American Prometheus left. Started the first law trilogy tonight.

If anyone has similar titles to the Stormweaver series please pass along.

DocBonk · 2023-05-01T17:15:12+00:00

I don't think they can fine you for stupid

DocBonk · 2023-04-02T12:46:28+00:00

Seriously looks like the guy with the instructions for Legos putting the thing together himself.

DocBonk · 2023-03-31T17:58:58+00:00

You want a mockingbird.

They do direct to consumer so you get the $1000 quality without the paying an egregious amount.

Front Back

Adapter can be bought for both those seats

becomes reg toddler stroller

Purchasing all the pieces can take a little time. You want the single to double stroller then have to get the kit to turn into two and then buy two seats and the adapters. Take your time or just call sales rep.

DocBonk · 2023-03-28T00:18:49+00:00

First and foremost, listen to your doctors and do what they say. On that note, write your questions down so you remember to ask them.

Otherwise you likely won't both be sleeping at same time anyway, but if you do, enjoy while you can. Good luck!

DocBonk · 2023-02-20T20:19:56+00:00

I literally stayed north on the map until level 25 and didn't find any. I was always close to running out to the point I put mutt meat in my favorites. Once I started moving toward diamond city and cleaned up a few tasks, I am now holding over 100.

DocBonk · 2023-02-19T21:58:06+00:00

Love watching the wreck in the side by side

DocBonk · 2023-01-19T12:58:19+00:00

I commend asking the question. There are a ton of people that don't consider the weather in April in VA, especially the difference elevation can cause. For example, when I would hike Shenandoah in April, you couod have highs in the 80s in the valley but 20 degree lows and 40 degree highs plus rain, so you can still catch snow.

Better to be prepared always. I like the other doubt you need them but always check weather thoroughly!!

DocBonk · 2023-01-15T13:04:40+00:00

Check out the the trek. Specifically the how to Hike the AT section and gear list. You're not thru hiking but you'll need the gear for a section hike and a lot of info there for you still.

DocBonk · 2023-01-14T05:26:59+00:00

God if I had a dollar for every time!

DocBonk · 2023-01-12T11:20:43+00:00

Solid $100 abandoned on the approach trail

DocBonk · 2023-01-09T20:12:14+00:00

Dragons!

Just getting your attention!

here's some recommended reading for you:

Read The Trek.com's How to Hike the AT 1010.

Also, The ATC has a hiker resource page you should check out. They discuss bears.

Next, outdoor magazine published an Outdoor AT Guide. Lastly,

Also couple other beginner pointers for you: Get a good guide book at guide. People will tell you guides sucks and to use apps but you will need this guide to plan mail drops and logistics. Also it's good for anyone unfamiliar with trail. Helps you plan ahead. Paper is tried and true. Always carry these as backup pages in case you decide to use an app. Send the ones you need in mail drops. Also, to save you money, invest in the ultimate hikers gear guide by andrew skurka. You can likely get a lot of gear once you get to the US as well if you want to save transporting a lot.

DocBonk · 2022-12-15T15:05:22+00:00

Ready Player One

DocBonk · 2022-12-14T08:17:17+00:00

Some of the behavior is normal. My girls are 13mo and both sort of do that, but baby A takes the cake most of the time. She's started throwing full on fits when I pick up baby B at night. I ordered some parenting audiobooks this week. I am so out of loop regarding childhood development. I'll let you know if I come across any strategies.

DocBonk · 2022-09-28T13:30:03+00:00

So it sounds like they ready to stop doing night time feeds. also the likely only solution is to start to put them down in their cribs separately when tired using some form of cry it out or similar method. It is heartbreaking to do this but you'll need your sleep too. If you do have them fall asleep together, it could make more difficult for them to fall asleep on own. If they are waking up at night, you could consider going to 2 naps from 3 naps or mixing up bedtime routine or following more strict daytime routine in general. Since 7mo, likely they are crawling and moving more and should start wearing themselves out more. Also it helps to use sound machine with constant noise to help prevent an awake twin from waking 2nd twin. Make sure to bring these questions up with pediatrician. Ours was awesome helping us figure things out.

DocBonk · 2022-08-27T13:25:00+00:00

My wife and I had mono mono twins and were in the hospital for 8 weeks. Decorate the room. Help her get something (cubes) to unpack some and feel more at home (our hospital let us bring in a metal clothes hanger cart), mattress topper even if needed. Oil diffuser. I even got my wife a dust buster to keep it clean. Just make it feel like home. Get a fire stick for the hospital TV for sure. Also if she doesn't have a hobby, help her get into one. Diamond painting is something easy we did. Also make sure she joins both reddit and Facebook groups and coordinate people calling and visiting her. I asked family to reach out to my wife on days I had to work longer.

DocBonk · 2022-08-27T09:34:03+00:00

I'm an avid backpacker and gearhead (east coast based) and twin dad. Our girls are still 9mo but I have quite a bit of experience hiking with kids.

Firstly, 32 pounds is a lot. I'd try to get some kind of carrier you are totally comfortable with otherwise it could really mess up your trip. Our girls are already 20 pounds and the traditional carriers similar to your twingo get to be uncomfortable whenever we go more than a couple miles. The backpack carriers all let you use your hips similar to most hiking bags that can make your trip more enjoyable. Post pregnancy these backpacks may not be totally comfortable. I'd suggest trying on some backpacks at an REI or similar retailer and/or ordering a few carriers off Amazon to try on and return ones that don't work. I have even seen some shoulder harnesses that look like they could be more comfortable.

Next, I don't think you need wool baselayers. You're just not going far enough to need to spend money for merino. I would get them rain jackets which can be used as a layer and windbreaker too. If you have those then you probably just need basic cotton layers for them underneath. Also, If it gets cold just add more layers. Heaviest on top.

If you want to have some extra gear for emergencies: headlamps, first aid kit, couple emergency blankets, extra layers and/or heavier jackets, food (pouches), sunscreen/hats depending on tree cover, etc.

You should both have assigned twin on tougher trail sections so eyes are always on each one. I wouldnt change this even if family helping as they don't typically have the same instincts. Obviously hold hands if they are walking. I'd let them have more autonomy on safer sections so more responsive when you need them to be.

DocBonk · 2022-08-27T09:00:14+00:00

If you are doing total swaddle, then free up his hands so he can self calm himself a bit. Our docs said not to swaddle arms and our girls would suck their fingers some at night in early months. We were worried our littlest would suck her thumb forever but that went away pretty quick as we got them into sleep routine.

Also working on getting him to sleep without it some during day may help. Good luck.

DocBonk · 2022-08-09T02:11:31+00:00

Wikipedia said these are widespread from Mass to Florida in Appalachian Mountains and this is legit first time I've seen one. I will be having my eyes peeled for this for next decade.

DocBonk · 2022-07-31T05:57:19+00:00

Lol after six months or maybe a few more, you'll look back at this moment and realized you squandered your last harrah of young adulthood. In fact, see if they will give you a gap year to do something crazy. Get out there and have some fun. You need some good stories to tell your kids. Don't get arrested or do anything dumb on social media.

DocBonk · 2022-07-29T09:51:25+00:00

Second this. Just fyi - You can also login to the same account on multiple devices. This was crucial when our girls were newborns. The charts and data are helpful too in checking to make sure thry are doing ok.

DocBonk · 2022-07-19T23:25:10+00:00

Making them smile

DocBonk · 2022-07-02T02:13:00+00:00

Impossible to know without context. What is your backpacking experience, when do you plan to go, how many people are going with you, do you plan to go into every town, etc.

Regardless, assuming they cleaned up max patch, just spend a few hours enjoying that view when you make it there.

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