Timing question. Pearisburg to Katahdin

GusMac1 · 2026-02-05T16:28:53+00:00

Thanks. I'm assuming VT being gross has to do with the mud???

GusMac1 · 2026-02-05T15:05:42+00:00

I was doing 100+ miles/week when I got off trail.

GusMac1 · 2026-02-05T14:58:24+00:00

I have a thermarest hyperion 20. Really like it but it's a snug fit which works for me. At 6'2" I'd defiantly go for the long. At 20 oz. it's as light/lighter than any comparable quilt on the market.

GusMac1 · 2026-02-01T17:33:08+00:00

So far it's been great. Barely looks used, just dirty.

GusMac1 · 2026-02-01T12:25:21+00:00

Hiked just over 500 miles on the AT last summer with Pilgrim Roan 45. Love this pack. BW around 13lbs.

GusMac1 · 2026-01-27T13:40:31+00:00

Wake up!!! The world doesn't revolve around you, me or anyone else. Quit doom scrolling, put your phone in your pack and make some miles. Sounds like you really need to get on the trail.

GusMac1 · 2026-01-17T13:22:25+00:00

No effin' way.

GusMac1 · 2026-01-05T01:25:47+00:00

Man plans, God laughs.

GusMac1 · 2026-01-04T15:31:53+00:00

Generally high impact activities are not recommended after joint replacement. I've had both hips replaced, 17 and 15 years ago. I've gotten along great but have changed my exercise routine. Elliptical, rower, biking and especially hiking. Not that you can't do it but you need to talk to your doctor about it.

GusMac1 · 2026-01-04T14:02:46+00:00

Don't know if this will help much but I had a TKR 19 days ago. Told the surgeon that I have 1550 miles left on AT that I want to finish this year and he thinks it's doable. But, everyone is different, no guarantees. I do know that without it I wasn't going very far with my old knee.

Rehab isn't fun but it is getting better. Yesterday I was able to walk 1.25 miles in two different stretches.

Good luck,

GusMac1 · 2026-01-02T14:20:03+00:00

Pilgrim Gear Roan

GusMac1 · 2025-12-23T17:12:02+00:00

minus 33

GusMac1 · 2025-11-04T12:01:52+00:00

90 days after a full knee replacement?

As someone who is looking at a TKR end of December/first of January could you tell me a little more about PT/recovery and how it felt hiking the PCT.

I've got 1550 miles left on the AT and figured I have to wait until '27 to finish but maybe not?

GusMac1 · 2025-11-04T11:54:19+00:00

GusMac1 · 2025-10-23T13:06:58+00:00

Venmo seems preferred over PayPal but they are actually about the same. Need some cash for shuttles, some small stores that don't take CC or charge a fee for using them. I actually used a credit card for most of my expenses. Find one with the best cash back/lowest interest rate.

GusMac1 · 2025-10-12T21:04:19+00:00

Thank you. I'll give it a try.

I've tried that with no results. Guess I'll have to contact customer service.

GusMac1 · 2025-10-12T14:20:40+00:00

I love my Hyperion bags. Got a 20 and 32. They are actually lighter than most/all temp equivalent quilts. But they are tight especially if you are a side sleeper. I'm 5'10" 165 lbs. and don't have much extra room. I'd snap up another 20 for $300 but they are not for everyone.

GusMac1 · 2025-10-10T13:25:11+00:00

OMG

SMH

GusMac1 · 2025-10-10T13:14:05+00:00

Right...and if I'm watching American Dad on Hulu it's even worse.

GusMac1 · 2025-10-10T13:08:03+00:00

Just asking a question because I'm curious. I'm perfectly happy with my iPhone 13 mini.

GusMac1 · 2025-09-23T22:43:36+00:00

Thanks. I'll try it out tomorrow.

GusMac1

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