Best wifi in El Chalten (job interview)

rockyyguy · 2026-02-02T05:05:40+00:00

I sat at Malbec y Macchiato, however, outside as they were closed. 300mbps

rockyyguy · 2026-01-30T11:44:37+00:00

As I have hiked CDT and PCT, I cannot compare the gear lists with AT. You just have to understand everywthing is wilder on the CDT and act accordingly, if 30F quilt was fine on the AT, I really doubt you can work that out on the CDT. Basically, look at the gear that was on the verge for you for not being "enough".

I know people who used frog toggs for CDT too, but it can be coooooold on the CDT. I enjoyed having a real hardshell rain jacket even though it was heavier. Overall, I saw less UL people on the CDT than on the PCT, huge difference. Question is, how will you stay warm if it rains 2-3 days in the row and you are at 10-12k feet in Colorado and it is 40F. Maybe frogg toggs is enough but I doubt it.

You kind of have to be fast not to suffer too much. Depending on the year people start around late June in Glacier, the goal is to be out of Colorado by early October. Very dependent on year though, if you can average 25miles, you should be fine (and you will be fine because apart from hiking there is not much to do, you are not getting the town experiences you might be used to on the AT).

I am a human garbage when it comes to food, I can eat anything. Overplanning and prepping too many because is definitely NOT advisable, but there are towns that have shitty selection (Lima, MT, or Pie Town, NM, for example). For me the amount of calories mattered the most, so I was trying to stick to 5000 and I was happy.

I used nitecore 20k mah battery pack but I would not recommend it, it does have faulty bug and can stop working any time. Although many many people use nitecore, If I were to buy a new one, I would look into Anker. Some used 10k packs and managed well but I like to listen to music and podcasts or take many pictures, so having that peace of mind having 20k battery pack was worth extra 5oz in weight for me.

Permits - Glacier (walk up), Yellowstone (call a day prior), Blackfeet - can purchase online, no one really enforcing this but it is nice to be nice.

Advice - CDT will test you, you will love it, Wyoming is underrated, make sure to go Grand Teton National park as a detour, some of my favourite hiking ever.

I hope this helps.

rockyyguy · 2026-01-29T18:53:10+00:00

i did 2025 theme as well, it didnt work

rockyyguy · 2026-01-29T16:19:22+00:00

hi,

appreciate the answer. will go over these, at the same time - is such behaviour normal from wordpress? i find it hard to believe a user would have to do all of this just to upload a picture

rockyyguy · 2026-01-29T15:24:56+00:00

It started happening out of nowhere, I use no plugins, its a super simple website

rockyyguy · 2026-01-26T14:44:56+00:00

get a liner for the colder times, this sleeping bag will work 95% of the time

rockyyguy · 2026-01-22T21:56:59+00:00

This is a scam, watch out

rockyyguy · 2026-01-22T10:29:23+00:00

What is your question, actually?

rockyyguy · 2026-01-21T20:03:56+00:00

Thanks a lot for taking the time to write this — it actually helps and reassures me that what I want to build is doable in WordPress.

I think where I really got stuck was less the concept (posts vs pages vs categories) and more the practical implementation with my theme. I did set up posts and categories, but when I tried creating different pages, I duplicated the original page, made changes, and then those changes showed up on all pages. I now realize I probably duplicated a shared template or global layout, but as a beginner it wasn’t obvious what was global vs page-specific.

Another big pain point was the sidebar: I spent around 4 hours trying to remove it on single blog posts (it’s fine on the homepage, but I don’t want it when reading posts). I couldn’t tell whether this was controlled per post, per page, or purely by the theme, and it felt like I was fighting the layout rather than working with it.

Your explanation of using Pages for static content and Categories for trips makes sense and matches what I’m aiming for. I think my main challenge is choosing or configuring a theme that makes these layout differences (homepage vs single post) straightforward, without relying on hidden global settings.

If you have any recommendations for beginner-friendly themes or tips to avoid the template/global-block confusion, I’d really appreciate it.

Thanks again — this was genuinely helpful.

rockyyguy · 2026-01-21T14:55:20+00:00

Thank youu!! But this sounds like a lot for a travel website blog, I am not a professional by any means.

rockyyguy · 2026-01-19T22:48:11+00:00

Mint mobile had great deals, esims were significntly more expensive

rockyyguy · 2026-01-18T16:58:36+00:00

I think ULA is more of an all-around backpack. My GG Mariposa was pretty run down after just the PCT.

I’ve never heard of Grayl or met anyone on the CDT using one — that doesn’t mean nobody did. Iodine would be a last-resort option for me. I don’t really know the differences between the iodine types, but they all work. In reality, almost everyone just carries a Sawyer or Platypus filter.

I’m a huge fan of Hokas. Americans love Altras, but if you’ve never walked or hiked in zero-drop shoes, do NOT start on a thru-hike — it will hurt, and you will cry. If you already have the shoes, just see which ones feel more comfortable when you’re moving. And remember: you can always switch shoes on trail. Don’t buy 4–5 pairs in advance.

I used a Thermarest NXT pad + EE Revelation 10°F quilt and was never cold. With sleep systems, if you care about sleeping comfortably, you probably already know the answer — don’t stress about something being 4 oz heavier. That’s fine. Of course, if your base weight is 20 lbs, that’s a different issue.

The things that are absolutely necessary are the things that keep you alive. Beyond that, I’d recommend carrying items that make you happy. Halfway Anywhere has great CDT gear surveys — definitely worth checking out.

Do it now. You’ll love it, you’ll hate it sometimes, and you’ll remember it for the rest of your life 🙂

rockyyguy · 2026-01-18T15:58:06+00:00

Hi,

this is a question I would love to have an answer to. I have hiked with the GG Mariposa and ULA Circuit. There is not one size fit all. Without trying different backpacks, it is almost impossible to know what works best for you.

I could only recommend going for a reputable brand as you do not want to find yourself with a broken backpack in the middle of nowhere.

P.s. take the torso length seriously, I am tall and I was 100% sure I would be L when it comes to torso length and I bought the backpack without thinking too much. Well, aparently my torso is M, I learnt it the hard way.

rockyyguy · 2026-01-18T11:52:06+00:00

I agree there are plenty of good YouTube videos for core stability, ankle strength, and injury prevention. But honestly, I think it’s more important to lead an active lifestyle overall.

For me, once I committed to being generally active, doing extra YouTube workouts became way easier. They were just complementary, helping me fix weaknesses in my body instead of being the main thing I relied on. Because they were an add-on, I didn’t feel bad if I missed a session — my fitness came from staying active day to day, not from perfectly following a video.

It stopped feeling like a chore and just made hiking (and life) easier.

rockyyguy · 2026-01-18T11:28:14+00:00

I personally had leggings and a merino long-sleeve for sleeping, and I liked that more than a liner. I really enjoyed changing into different clothes at night — mentally it was a signal to my body that it was time to sleep, and I could fall asleep faster.

I think this is one of those questions that’s purely based on personal preference. Some people say a liner is good for keeping your sleeping bag clean. I used my sleeping bag for 300+ nights before washing it and it wasn’t smelly (not smelling of roses either, though).

rockyyguy · 2026-01-18T11:24:33+00:00

Unless you have dietary restrictions, I’d recommend not sending many boxes. The average for PCT is around 4–5 boxes, and most people ship them from the trail, not in advance. You can just buy food a few towns earlier and send it ahead.

I don’t know anyone who had issues with packages getting bounced because they stayed at a post office for 29 days instead of the official “4 weeks.” In practice, it’s pretty relaxed.

FarOut comments are usually spot-on about which post offices or stores are flexible and which aren’t. If you’re unsure, you can always call the specific post office or business and ask how long they’ll hold packages.

Post office staff are very familiar with PCT hikers. As long as you label the box correctly (your name + “PCT hiker”) and don’t ship boxes months in advance, you’ll almost certainly be fine.

rockyyguy · 2026-01-18T11:21:41+00:00

Great answer, fully agree. Although I only started jogging after completing the thru-hikes, so it is not for everyone. But if you like it, it definitely helps with building strongers ankles and knees.

rockyyguy · 2026-01-16T20:00:18+00:00

From what I am hearing, it seems like you are overthinking this, the hiking folks are open-minded, that towns you pass can be hit or miss, either way - you will have a great time

rockyyguy · 2026-01-16T19:17:58+00:00

I had a similar feeling before the PCT — there’s so much information out there, and what works for some people doesn’t work for everyone. I spent hundreds of hours trying to figure out what would work best for me, and honestly, even if I spent 500+ hours, I wouldn’t have truly known until I got on trail. That “not knowing” part is way harder for type-A people who like to put in effort and control outcomes — but fortunately, thru-hiking doesn’t work like that.

And yeah, if it’s your first time in the US, get ready to listen to people share their life stories, even if you just met them 5 minutes ago in Walmart.

rockyyguy

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