RkyMtnHigh 0 #1 November 14, 2006 Just curious who has done it and any insight you might have to offer in regards to preparation, how long it took you to complete the trail..etc. I aspire to do the entire trek some day from Georgia to Maine. _________________________________________ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Icon134 0 #2 November 14, 2006 No, But like you I think it'd be fun to do it one day... Livin' on the Edge... sleeping with my rigger's wife... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2fat2fly 0 #3 November 14, 2006 Did they ever figure out who was killing the hikers on the ap trail?I am not the man. But the man knows my name...and he's worried Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RkyMtnHigh 0 #4 November 14, 2006 QuoteNo, But like you I think it'd be fun to do it one day... I had a *taste* this weekend of what I'd be getting myself into and although it was challenging, it was very rewarding and enjoyable, especially since my honey kept me laughing most of the trek. We're planning to get a map and mark off sections which we will do and build up to the entire hike. We're planning 20 mile treks, weekends, long weekends, then a week and see how it goes. _________________________________________ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RkyMtnHigh 0 #5 November 14, 2006 QuoteDid they ever figure out who was killing the hikers on the ap trail? Shane!!!...just enjoy the sushi with Liz and stop trying to taunt me Lions...Tigers...and Bears! Oh My! _________________________________________ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2fat2fly 0 #6 November 14, 2006 For starters http://www.tehcc.org/Alerts.htm#CRIME http://www.barryyeoman.com/articles/murderonmountain.html http://www.hypernews.org/HyperNews/get/trails/Appalachian/469/2.html http://outside.away.com/magazine/0996/9609dicr.htmlI am not the man. But the man knows my name...and he's worried Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #7 November 14, 2006 I'm waiting for the conveyor belts to be installed. Chris _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RkyMtnHigh 0 #8 November 14, 2006 QuoteI'm waiting for the conveyor belts to be installed. Chris Great idea! Zip lines thru the trail would be awesome! _________________________________________ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mattmais 0 #9 November 14, 2006 Ive done the GA Portion from South to North about 90 milews or so. Then a Stretch in PA...about 50 miles. Wish I could get the time off to to do the entire thing! Maybe if/when I retire. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RkyMtnHigh 0 #10 November 14, 2006 QuoteIve done the GA Portion from South to North about 90 milews or so. Then a Stretch in PA...about 50 miles. Wish I could get the time off to to do the entire thing! Maybe if/when I retire. Based upon your experience, what changes would you make in your preparation? this things you brought with you? etc? any input would be greatly appreciated. _________________________________________ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Royd 0 #11 November 14, 2006 I did the first 16 miles starting in Ga. about 8 yr. ago. With a full pack[ 60-70lb] you will comfortably make 4-5 miles a day. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhreeZone 20 #12 November 14, 2006 I've done some hiking including two different 50+ mile trips. I would perfer to do the CDT or the PCT over the AT just because of the more rugged terrain.Yesterday is history And tomorrow is a mystery Parachutemanuals.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2fat2fly 0 #13 November 14, 2006 Admit it, you really think that your mouth is too purdy to make it through the Georgia mountains unaccostedI am not the man. But the man knows my name...and he's worried Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumpingbean001 0 #14 November 14, 2006 tough guy!Let's have fun! :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhreeZone 20 #15 November 14, 2006 Hell, I've seen the type of people they let in there, I'd be high tailing it out as fast as my legs could run The newest trail to open is the Coast to Coast, only one guy has done it so far. You start in Canada on the Atlantic and end up walking across the entire US and like 2 territories in Canada.Yesterday is history And tomorrow is a mystery Parachutemanuals.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumpingbean001 0 #16 November 14, 2006 I know people who have done it! I have done shorter trips. I agree, it is worth it! Esp if with someone you enjoy! It is beautiful! I have done up to 23 miles in a 32 hr period. Saw some beautiful things. Love the outdoors. Miss it! Let's have fun! :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kelel01 1 #17 November 14, 2006 Is it just a huge coincidence that Lauralicious and I were talking about that yesterday? Want to go, say, January - August? I have no life to live during those 8 months. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RkyMtnHigh 0 #18 November 14, 2006 QuoteIs it just a huge coincidence that Lauralicious and I were talking about that yesterday? Want to go, say, January - August? I have no life to live during those 8 months. Makes sense but I want the long days when it doesnt get dark til 9 pm...so I dont know what months that would be _________________________________________ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #19 November 14, 2006 Most people start in Georgia in April and hike through the summer up to Maine. That gets you the most favorable weather on either end (the northern end is still slushy and cold in the spring). My brother did it a few years back. He originally thought he would do it in one season, but ended up doing it over two seasons. He started out very out of shape but got into better shape as he slogged along at a pretty slow pace (earning him the trail nickname "High Speed." ) By all accounts it was an amazing experience for him. He'd hike for 4-5 days, take a day off in a nearby town, sleep in a motel, eat real food, wash clothes, restock. There's a lot of planning and organizing that goes into a trip like that, but it's very worth it from what I hear. If you haven't read Bill Bryson's A Walk In the Woods, that's a really fun place to start."There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RkyMtnHigh 0 #20 November 14, 2006 QuoteMost people start in Georgia in April and hike through the summer up to Maine. That gets you the most favorable weather on either end (the northern end is still slushy and cold in the spring). My brother did it a few years back. He originally thought he would do it in one season, but ended up doing it over two seasons. He started out very out of shape but got into better shape as he slogged along at a pretty slow pace (earning him the trail nickname "High Speed." ) By all accounts it was an amazing experience for him. He'd hike for 4-5 days, take a day off in a nearby town, sleep in a motel, eat real food, wash clothes, restock. There's a lot of planning and organizing that goes into a trip like that, but it's very worth it from what I hear. If you haven't read Bill Bryson's A Walk In the Woods, that's a really fun place to start. I thought it was just Chris and I who would strive to accomplish the entire trek as a goal, but holy cow! the PMs of ppl has been amazing...I think if we can coordinate this just right, we might just have a great group to do this with _________________________________________ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnRich 4 #21 November 14, 2006 QuoteIf you haven't read Bill Bryson's A Walk In the Woods, that's a really fun place to start. I second that recommendation. An outstanding and hilariously funny book, about two buddies who set out to hike the trail. And you'll get a lot of good practical tips out of it too. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lauraliscious 0 #22 November 14, 2006 QuoteIs it just a huge coincidence that Lauralicious and I were talking about that yesterday? Want to go, say, January - August? I have no life to live during those 8 months. Seriously. I do want to do it one day, and we WERE just talking about it, seeing as we hiked part of the approach trail to Springer Mtn. on Sunday. Wish I didn't have a life to live from Jan.-August. Maybe I could just cancel everything and get lost in the woods with Kelel01. What could possibly go wrong?? Enemiga Rodriguez, PMS #369, OrFun #25, Team Dirty Sanchez #116, Pelt Head #29, Muff #4091 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RkyMtnHigh 0 #23 November 14, 2006 That's a common CRW saying What could possibly go wrong? So..with all the PMs and you and Kel and others...we should make this a group goal! Lets DO IT!!! Get off your asses and lets make it a goal by X date within X timeline...serious!Chris and I are planning to do day treks, then 2 day weekend treks, build up to 3-4 day treks, then weeklong etc...who's IN? _________________________________________ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SpeedRacer 1 #24 November 14, 2006 usually people start the trail in March, not january. The mountains of Georgia are still cold & snowy until March (unlike the rest of GA.) Speed Racer -------------------------------------------------- Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Douva 0 #25 November 14, 2006 I've never done the Appalachian Trail, but I did the Oregon Trail a few times when I was younger. I always got dysentery before I made it to the end. My sister used to be a wilderness guide on the Appalachian trail in North Carolina, but I don't know enough about it to be able to contribute anything useful.I don't have an M.D. or a law degree. I have bachelor's in kicking ass and taking names. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
