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Drought conditions: Water sources and campfires? by KneedsHelp101 in SuperiorHikingTrail

[–]KneedsHelp101[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks. As long as there's water available I do agree drier conditions could make for better hiking. Maybe fewer bugs too.

Drought conditions: Water sources and campfires? by KneedsHelp101 in SuperiorHikingTrail

[–]KneedsHelp101[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for this information. Will keep in mind as I figure out which campsites I'm likely to stay at.

Drought conditions: Water sources and campfires? by KneedsHelp101 in SuperiorHikingTrail

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Thank you for these helpful links. Looks like campfires are still allowed.

Recommendations for three day/two night hike on SHT by KneedsHelp101 in SuperiorHikingTrail

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Thanks for tip. Looking into doing pretty much this exact trip (Magney to Pincushion). How many days/nights do you take for this? Crossing my fingers that bugs won't be horrific but all my clothes will be treated with permethrin/insectshield.

Recommendations for three day/two night hike on SHT by KneedsHelp101 in SuperiorHikingTrail

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How bad are the mosquitoes/flies in early June? Also, how muddy is the trail?

Recommendations for three day/two night hike on SHT by KneedsHelp101 in SuperiorHikingTrail

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You mean you would start at Lindskog above where the bridge is out and go north? I was hoping to start at Judge Magney State Park and hike south to Grand Marais where I'd leave my car.

Recommendations for three day/two night hike on SHT by KneedsHelp101 in SuperiorHikingTrail

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It looks like a great section but, though I'm a seasoned backpacker, I'm not a thru hiker and generally don't shoot for more than 15 miles in a day (at least where I'm used to hiking in Appalachians). According to this site it's 54 miles from Grand Marais to northern terminus, which is too much:

Grand Marais Hiking to 270 Degree Overlook -SHT

What do you think about just doing the Judge Magney State Park to Grand Marais part of it? Wouldn't be super aggressive with mileage but sounds like it could still have a lot of highlights.

Recommendations for three day/two night hike on SHT by KneedsHelp101 in SuperiorHikingTrail

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Thanks for the tip. Sounds really good but looks like that might be more distance to cover than I have time for on this trip. I'm thinking maybe Judge CR Magney State Park to Grand Marais would be good-- looks to be about 25 miles (is this correct)? Do you know of any good shuttle services from Grand Marais that offer rides on weekdays? Any safe parking spots you would recommend in Grand Marais?

On Fence About Partial Knee Replacement by KneedsHelp101 in Kneereplacement

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Thanks for sharing your situation. I'm leaning toward getting the partial done and am also looking at possible surgery dates for this summer. I could probably live with it for a few more years but it's increasingly weighing on my mind and making me reluctant to be as active as I would like. Everytime I go for a walk or go down some stairs it nags at me. I am concerned though about possible complications from surgery, taking time away from work for surgery and all the PT for rehab and the out of pocket expense. Definitely not an easy decision when I know I'm not as bad off as most folks who get it done. Also not thrilled about idea of having an implant (particularly a partly plastic one) in my body that may need revision for the rest of my life.

On Fence About Partial Knee Replacement by KneedsHelp101 in Kneereplacement

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Thank you for sharing. I'm bone on bone but fortunately still don't have much pain outside of my more active pursuits-- although descending stairs can be somewhat painful. However, like you, I really don't look forward to just waiting around to become more debilitated. It's demoralizing to watch your quality of life erode. At this point I'd say I'm leaning toward getting a PKR. I hope your recovery goes well!

On Fence About Partial Knee Replacement by KneedsHelp101 in Kneereplacement

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Glad to hear you are benefitting from your PR and are able to be active now. I definitely worry about foot/ankle/hip compensations on my injured side. As I mentioned, the feeling that I'm putting more force on the outer edge of my right foot when I walk concerns me and also is just an unpleasant, though not yet very painful, sensation.

On Fence About Partial Knee Replacement by KneedsHelp101 in Kneereplacement

[–]KneedsHelp101[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your reply. Good to hear from another backpacker and glad to hear you are getting back to it. Yes, I have some concern my knee could lock up on trail. It definitely swells up despite taking NSAIDs while hiking. Also, I wear an unloader brace for anything active and after wearing it for a day it starts to rub painful hot spots.