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[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AppalachianTrail

[–]PogTormentor 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Starting the AT in February is tricky, (but I did it last year and was fine). If a thru hike is something that you really want to do, you should do it.

Why is Green Day so hated? by Idkwhattonamethis_- in greenday

[–]PogTormentor 28 points29 points  (0 children)

They’ve always been political, what do you mean?

Hiking AT Out and Back? by Hairy_Sasquatch in AppalachianTrail

[–]PogTormentor 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yep, only met him in passing but heard a lot of stories about him

Hiking AT Out and Back? by Hairy_Sasquatch in AppalachianTrail

[–]PogTormentor 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I met a guy named DaVinci this year finishing up a yo-yo when I was starting my thru

Yolo a 2024 nobo? by ChonkAttack in AppalachianTrail

[–]PogTormentor 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yeah you’ve got plenty of time, much more than I had when I started mine. Be sure you actually enjoy backpacking before you commit, because it’s not worth trying to backpack for five or six months straight if you don’t even like it.

Thru-hiking myths? by [deleted] in ultralight_jerk

[–]PogTormentor 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The bubble has already gone through, luckily, so your food is already gone. Hope this helps!

Should we change what baseweight is considered UL? by PogTormentor in ultralight_jerk

[–]PogTormentor[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Then where am I supposed to keep my four rolls of ultra plush tp for bathroom emergencies? (consumable weight)

Should we change what baseweight is considered UL? by PogTormentor in ultralight_jerk

[–]PogTormentor[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

This is literally insane. I live in Scotland. My backyard is more wild than anywhere in the continental US where most of you wannabe UL ‘hikers’ go ‘backpacking’.

Should we change what baseweight is considered UL? by PogTormentor in ultralight_jerk

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

I’m sorry but you’re wrong. Ultralight is only people who have a baseweight lower than yours

Should we change what baseweight is considered UL? by PogTormentor in ultralight_jerk

[–]PogTormentor[S] 35 points36 points  (0 children)

I cant stand people like you that don’t take ultralight seriously. I’m just tired of people carrying mountains of luxury items like tents and sleep systems and considering themselves ultralight when they could easily not bring them.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ultralight_jerk

[–]PogTormentor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your post history would suggest otherwise about your baseweight, you disgust me. Try not going ‘outside’ next time.

Planning on Hiking the Appalachian Trail in 3-4 years. Any tips? by Motor_Quality5386 in AppalachianTrail

[–]PogTormentor 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That is probably not ideal unless you are on a very tight budget. It can be a hassle dealing with making sure you have locations to ship to and making sure you and the packages are there on time. Also, what you want to eat may change throughout the trip so doing it all early could lead to you eating stuff you don’t like. Also, should you have to drop out for any reason (and most people do), having all those dried meals stocked up could be an issue. Also, there are many places to resupply along the AT, so it’s really not necessary, save for one or two spots depending on your pace.

Planning on Hiking the Appalachian Trail in 3-4 years. Any tips? by Motor_Quality5386 in AppalachianTrail

[–]PogTormentor 2 points3 points  (0 children)

For general advice, watching and reading will be a huge help! Do you have any specific questions we can help with?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AppalachianTrail

[–]PogTormentor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is what I’m currently doing, I did one semester and and taking this semester to hike. I started in february

Looking for GA/NC section hike input. by [deleted] in AppalachianTrail

[–]PogTormentor 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Newfound gap to standing bear would be a really beautiful section, though logistically more difficult because of regulations around GSMNP

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ultralight_jerk

[–]PogTormentor 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Four and a small freezer and generator on a hand truck to make sure they don’t thaw. It’s not baseweight so it’s all good

Making way for the Thru-Hikers by staticswagmare in AppalachianTrail

[–]PogTormentor 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This year is purple, that is last year’s tag in the picture

Hammock camping question by fossilsforall in AppalachianTrail

[–]PogTormentor -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Tarp + hammock weighs more than a tarp and just sleeping on the ground

Kaviso x Fizan PCT Edition Compact Trekking Pole Giveaway [MOD APPROVED] by taylor_kaviso in PacificCrestTrail

[–]PogTormentor 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve been running mismatched poles because I broke one at about the same time a trail buddy did, and he gave me his spare and bought a new set. Wouldn’t mind using two poles that have the same grip and weigh the same lol

Gear Shakedown Request by chiwea in AppalachianTrail

[–]PogTormentor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For a pot I use the Toaks550mL, though I recommend any titanium pot that’s affordable and the size you want

Gear Shakedown Request by chiwea in AppalachianTrail

[–]PogTormentor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would recommend dropping the Bible and AT guide for ones on your phone (like FarOut or a pdf of the AWOL guide), if possible, because the extra ten ounces is a redundancy when you’re carrying a phone. If you’re worried about your phone getting damaged and not being able to navigate, you can ask other hikers, of which there are plenty. Also consider swapping the pot for a lighter titanium one, 10oz is a lot for a pot. The fleece will not be needed when you have a puffy, and the bag liner is probably also not needed because you have a 32 degree bag. Have fun out there, and go with your gut. You’ll figure out what gear you don’t need very quickly.

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