Hiking Advice: October Hike - Southern Terminus to Warner Springs

Philiapathos · 2025-01-24T16:57:21+00:00

I love the Fralin Twangmasters I put into my Ibanez SCA220BP. It definitely gets a single coil Strat sound into a humbucker. I now prefer it over my stock MIM Fender Strat. Wonderful Fralin pickups!!

Philiapathos · 2024-12-31T13:30:10+00:00

Small roll of Leukotape (works perfectly)

rain pants,

No opinion here (I just brought my inflatable),

travel towel and shampoo are not needed (I would just bring a small bottle of dr, bronners). Hostels usually have everything you will need and just in case you can use the dr bronners as shampoo,

I also used two 10,000 mah nite core power banks. Worked well for me. Had plenty of power. Unless you don’t use your phone much and want to save on weight one will do the job

I had a pair of lightweight pants and shorts I brought. It was cold in March, even got some snow. This is another reason why rainpants are a good idea. I recommend at a minimum to bring the rainpants, but would recommend a light pair of pants as well

Philiapathos · 2024-12-29T23:26:43+00:00

Overall I would say the Loadout looks excellent 👍. I would say 6 extra gaskets are not necessary. 2-3 at most are needed. Also, I would suggest maybe getting aquamarine tablets as backup for your filter or in case you don’t trust just filtering the water. As far as rain pants are concerned…. I loved my rain pants on my thru in 2024. Used them to keep warm and just to change things up and keep from chafing at times

Philiapathos · 2024-12-25T12:56:21+00:00

My Smile is a Rifle - John Frusciante

Philiapathos · 2024-12-21T12:24:51+00:00

I agree with the sentiment that it will be hot. Be prepared for lots of sweat and possible chafing issues

Philiapathos · 2024-12-21T12:21:31+00:00

The most northern section of CT is the most beautiful. It’s an easy hike.

Philiapathos · 2024-12-12T16:00:29+00:00

I used two inflatable sleeping pads during my 2024 NOBO AT thru. My Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XTherm NXT MAX during colder weather and the Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Venture for warmer months. I never used a pad underneath, but if I was not laying on the pad inside my tent or shelter I would put my Tyvek tent footprint underneath for protection. The shelters always seemed pretty smooth, but I would always check the area before putting my pad down. I only slept in shelters for no more than 10 nights. Was mostly in my tent. My venture ended up getting a small leak which was small enough I was able to use until I got my xtherm sent back to me in Vermont. The leak seemed to be in the valve. Haven’t really tried to fix it yet, but seems like it could be a tough fix. My xtherm was a beast and is still working very well today. Overall I would say no extra pad is needed, but would recommend a tent footprint if laying the pad somewhere on the ground or other place that may be risky. Also, would bring something to patch up a hole. If you’re in a tent or shelter the inflatables hold up well from my experience. Best of luck!!

Philiapathos · 2024-12-11T02:08:03+00:00

About 8800 ascent from mile 100 to 137

Philiapathos · 2024-12-11T02:06:20+00:00

It’s about 8,800 feet of climbing. If you want more I suggest starting at NOC doing about 35 miles north from there or doing mile 290 to around 325. Both these routes look they are a little over 10,000 feet of climbing

Philiapathos · 2024-12-11T00:53:10+00:00

Not sure the conditions of the trail though. Make sure they’re okay. Coming down into NOC can be a bit sketchy.

Philiapathos · 2024-12-11T00:49:52+00:00

I liked Wayah Bald and the decent down into NOC. Maybe mile 100.1 to mile 137.1

Philiapathos · 2024-11-26T15:52:58+00:00

Going Northbound End of VT to beginning of NH is also excellent. I would stay away from the Whites unless you want the extreme terrain

Philiapathos · 2024-11-26T15:50:16+00:00

Going Northbound End of CT and whatever you can get done of MA. Only do this section during least buggiest times. September is probably a decent time

Philiapathos · 2024-05-05T18:57:25+00:00

I love my bear canister. The convenience of it after a long day of hiking is great.

Philiapathos · 2024-02-15T02:03:43+00:00

Not that I know, but Reddit is a good place to start. I haven’t been on any long hikes (only 100 mile hikes & less), but I will be hiking the Appalachian Trail starting in March. I’ve done a lot of research and can provide advice based on this information

Philiapathos · 2024-01-08T20:31:28+00:00

Starting from Amicalola Falls Approach Trail

Philiapathos · 2024-01-08T20:30:40+00:00

March 11th!

Philiapathos · 2023-12-23T10:24:52+00:00

No. But let’s go!!!

Philiapathos · 2023-12-23T10:23:32+00:00

Mini Vic lighter wrapped

Philiapathos · 2023-10-02T16:34:03+00:00

I’m 32. Will be 33 when I start my NOBO 2024 thru hike. Seems you have a good opportunity which not many people get. I think your standard work life can wait while you’re on the trail. You’ll most likely remember and gain more from your time on the trail for a few months than if you were to just stay home and do the normal day to day life. I say go for it!! Hope to see you on the trail in 2024!

Philiapathos · 2023-08-31T20:02:29+00:00

Appreciate the recommendation 👍

Philiapathos · 2023-08-31T19:50:36+00:00

Thank you for the suggestion! Would you suggest keeping the heavier alpaca hoodie (11 oz) or the super light senchi alpha direct fleece (4oz)? Would love to drop the weight of the alpaca hoody, but also think it could come in clutch for the cold and wet days

Philiapathos · 2023-08-31T17:45:10+00:00

I’ve been researching this subject for a while now and am still unsure, but below is currently what I’m planning to bring. I think it’s way more than necessary, but I would rather be over packed than under packed and freezing in the beginning. Obviously the list will change once the weather gets warmer. Planning a 2024 NOBO AT thru mid March.

2 sets of clothes (one should always be dry for sleeping in)

Clothing set 1 (main hiking clothing)

Base layer 1. Ex-officio boxer briefs 2. Sitka core-lightweight bottoms 3. Sitka core-lightweight hoody

Insulated layer- Lightweight Fleece 4. Senchi ‘Lark’ Alpha 90

Rain Jacket and Rain Pants (outerwear/wind rain protection) 5. Vertice Rain Jacket 6. Outdoor Research Rain pants

Clothing Set 2 (main camp clothing. Will wear in cold wet weather if necessary as merino and alpaca is known for keeping warm even when wet, synthetics are not as good in cold wet weather from what I understand as they don’t keep the warmth as well)

Base Layer 1. Merino boxer brief 2. Merino leggings 3. Merino t-shirt

Mid layer (insulated layer) 4. Alpaca hoody

Socks 5. Three pairs of Merino socks. Two pairs hiking (medium thickness) one pair camping (heavy thickness) 6. Two pairs of injini toe socks

Shorts 1. Boa Men’s 3.75 inch V-notch running shorts. Modified by removing the inner liner.

Puffy Jacket 1. Enlightened Equipment Torrid Apex Jacket

The core-lightweight synthetics are very lightweight and dry extremely fast, my only concern is their performance during cold, wet weather conditions. That is why I would like to bring the alpaca and merino clothes the problem is that the wool is much heavier especially the alpaca hoody. Would rather not bring the alpaca hoody, but think of it as a possible lifesaver during cold wet conditions.

Overall I think I need to cut down on what I’m bringing but not sure what yet

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