[Cdt-l] Cdt-l Digest, Vol 100, Issue 8

Todd Russell artnmotion at maine.rr.com
Sat Jan 23 19:30:00 CST 2016 

Michelle, I suggest that you tie helium balloons to both you and your  
dog.  Bon voyage.
Slim Gym

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> Thanks for the advice on shoes.  Several people have suggested  
> Merrells. I had a pair that I didn't like years ago but so many  
> people like them that I think I better give them another try.
> As to the question about weight, I am the only person hiking so I  
> have nobody to share the load. In addition I travel with a dog who  
> eats A LOT. I have to carry all of my own gear plus gear for him  
> that means I have to carry food and water but also a larger tent  
> than One person would ordinarily need. I also carry a sleeping mat  
> and a down cover for him because he gets cold at night. Of course I  
> have to carry a food bowl and first aid for him I also carry shoes  
> because on our first hike he cut his foot and could not finish.
> Last year was my first time doing solo hikes over 200 miles. I have  
> since purchased almost all new gear that is much lighter. On dry  
> segments lasting seven days where I will have to carry a gallon of  
> water I will be a little over 50 pounds.
> I do not have him carry anything because I was warned not to by an  
> orthopedic surgeon.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
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>>  1. low cut shoes for backpacking (Mary Kwart)
>>  2. Re: Low cut women's hiking boots (E)
>>  3. Re: Low cut women's hiking boots (fogbow-88056 at mypacks.net)
>>  4. Re: Cdt-l Digest, Vol 100, Issue 6 (ROGERS)
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>> Date: Sat, 23 Jan 2016 10:44:54 -0800
>> From: "Mary Kwart" <mkwart at gci.net>
>> To: mbracht at live.com, cdt-l at backcountry.net
>> Subject: [Cdt-l] low cut shoes for backpacking
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>> I use the low cut Merrell Moab ventilators with "yoursole" insoles.
>> They weigh a little more than running shoes, but I need more  
>> stability
>> and padding. They last me about 500 miles per pair.
>>
>> --Fireweed
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>> From: "E" <eshaww at excite.com>
>> To: "cdt-l at backcountry.net"<cdt-l at backcountry.net>,    "michelle
>>   bracht"<mbracht at live.com>
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>> I did the CDT on a $99/ pair Merrells - several. A related comment  
>> is why would you want ?exceed a 40 pound load while hiking the CDT?  
>> I'd work on keeping your pack weight lower. Mini Mart?
>> ?
>> ?
>> ?
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: "michelle bracht" [mbracht at live.com]
>> Date: 01/22/2016 07:23 PM
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>> From: ROGERS <peacej1 at sbcglobal.net>
>> To: "cdt-l at backcountry.net" <cdt-l at backcountry.net>
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>> Concerning footwear...
>> First priority needs to be reducing pack weight. It needs to be  
>> under 10 lbs. if possible. Your feet will thank you. If you can  
>> keep your total pack weight say, under 25 lbs. all you will need is  
>> trail runners most likely. I have horrible feet but have been able  
>> to thruhike again since going lighter on weight. I wear Brooks ASR  
>> trail shoes, non-waterproof (not gtx). I used to wear Cascadias.  
>> Ankle high socks also helps cut down pack weight and saves a little  
>> space too.
>>
>> Montbell, Merrill, Altra, and other shoes/low cut boots found at  
>> places like REI should work. Fit without foot pain is the number  
>> one concern. Light weight is easier on feet over long distances  
>> provided you get the support you need. Some people find inserts  
>> purchased and inserted into their shoe/boot helps a lot. No one can  
>> tell you a specific boot/shoe though. Every foot and need is  
>> different. You just need to go out and try them with the weight on  
>> your back at the time. Be sure to do some long multiday hikes in  
>> them to make sure they will be ok or you may have to cut your trip  
>> short.
>> David Rogers
>>
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>>   On Saturday, January 23, 2016 12:02 PM, "cdt-l-request at backcountry.net 
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>> Date: Sat, 23 Jan 2016 00:17:44 +0000
>> From: michelle bracht <mbracht at live.com>
>> To: "cdt-l at backcountry.net" <cdt-l at backcountry.net>
>> Subject: [Cdt-l] Low cut women's hiking boots
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>> Hi,
>>
>> I am looking for some advice on low cut boots. Last fall I tore my  
>> Achilles' tendon on the trail. I can no longer wear tall boots  
>> because of the scarring. Can anyone recommend a low cut boot that  
>> can handle a heavy load (the pack not me LOL) and offer decent  
>> stability ?? Most of the boots I have read reviews for say they are  
>> good for up to a 40 pound pack. Unfortunately I'm over that.
>>
>> Thanks,
>> Michelle
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
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>>> On Jan 13, 2016, at 12:00 PM, "cdt-l-request at backcountry.net" <cdt-l-request at backcountry.net 
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>>> Message: 1
>>> Date: Tue, 12 Jan 2016 18:48:09 -0700
>>> From: "Doug Carlson" <doug-sue at centurylink.net>
>>> To: "'Lynnae'" <lmcconaha at aol.com>
>>> Cc: 'cdt-l' <cdt-l at backcountry.net>
>>> Subject: Re: [Cdt-l] Stinking Hikers
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>>> Lynnae, My wife agrees with your opinion.? Backpackers do stink.?  
>>> I did appreciate your hospitality a few summers ago.? Glad to hear  
>>> you and Will are on the means.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> -Doug Carlson (who has been one very stinking backpacker more than  
>>> once)
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> From: Cdt-l [mailto:cdt-l-bounces at backcountry.net] On Behalf Of  
>>> Lynnae
>>> Sent: Monday, January 11, 2016 12:48 PM
>>> To: cdt-l at backcountry.net
>>> Subject: [Cdt-l] Patric Force
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> I have a box here left for Patrick Force.? We apparently we were  
>>> not here when he came by for the package in November.? Do you want  
>>> me to do anything with this resupply box Patrick?? It did get torn  
>>> somewhere a long the way.? I'm sorry we missed you....been quite a  
>>> year for the two of us healthwise.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Because of the long hikes between places hikers don't really  
>>> realize how much of a smell their belongings carry even after we  
>>> give hikers a shower and wash clothing.? It takes me days to air  
>>> out the bedroom at times.? So, we'll need to ask hikers leave  
>>> their items outside and possibly sleep outside from now on.? We  
>>> are on the alternate route and really haven't seen many hikers  
>>> coming from Palomas/Columbus in the last year or so.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Our health issues are much better and will be able to accommodate  
>>> resupply boxes and hikers this coming year.
>>>
>>> Warmly,
>>>
>>> Will and Lynnae McConaha
>>>
>>> HC 68 Box 64C, 3918 Hwy 35N, Mimbres, NM 88049
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>> Date: Fri, 22 Jan 2016 17:56:45 -0700
>> From: "Doug Carlson" <doug-sue at centurylink.net>
>> To: "'michelle bracht'" <mbracht at live.com>,??? <cdt- 
>> l at backcountry.net>
>> Subject: Re: [Cdt-l] Low cut women's hiking boots
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>> Favorite footwear- that should open up an active discussion.
>>
>> Consider that most of the load is carried in the footbed of the  
>> shoe or boot
>> you are wearing.? A good solid footbed sounds like what you need.?  
>> I used a
>> low cut trail shoe by Merrell with a Vibram sole/tread on the JMT  
>> this past
>> July and thought it did an excellent job of carrying me and my  
>> pack.? My
>> pack is about 35 lbs with food and water.? I would suggest you take  
>> a good
>> look at Merrells.? Go into an REI and see what they have.
>>
>> I have used the thinner footbed? with the softer soles that New  
>> Balance
>> makes and I do ok with them- depends on the terrain, really.?  
>> Softer ground-
>> New Balance works well, hard ground/rock then a firmer footbed  
>> performs
>> better.?
>>
>> The side of my shoe says "Continuum" on a small label.? I paid  
>> close to
>> $140- $150 for the Merrells I have from REI. Worth the cost.? I  
>> plan to use
>> these same shoes on the Arizona Trail this year.
>>
>> -Trew
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Cdt-l [mailto:cdt-l-bounces at backcountry.net] On Behalf Of  
>> michelle
>> bracht
>> Sent: Friday, January 22, 2016 5:18 PM
>> To: cdt-l at backcountry.net
>> Subject: [Cdt-l] Low cut women's hiking boots
>>
>> Hi,
>>
>> I am looking for some advice on low cut boots. Last fall I tore my  
>> Achilles'
>> tendon on the trail. I can no longer wear tall boots because of the
>> scarring. Can anyone recommend a low cut boot that can handle a  
>> heavy load
>> (the pack not me LOL) and offer decent stability ?? Most of the  
>> boots I have
>> read reviews for say they are good for up to a 40 pound pack.  
>> Unfortunately
>> I'm over that.
>>
>> Thanks,
>> Michelle
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
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>>> Date: Tue, 12 Jan 2016 18:48:09 -0700
>>> From: "Doug Carlson" <doug-sue at centurylink.net>
>>> To: "'Lynnae'" <lmcconaha at aol.com>
>>> Cc: 'cdt-l' <cdt-l at backcountry.net>
>>> Subject: Re: [Cdt-l] Stinking Hikers
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>>> Lynnae, My wife agrees with your opinion.? Backpackers do stink.?  
>>> I did
>> appreciate your hospitality a few summers ago.? Glad to hear you  
>> and Will
>> are on the means.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> -Doug Carlson (who has been one very stinking backpacker more than
>>> once)
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> From: Cdt-l [mailto:cdt-l-bounces at backcountry.net] On Behalf Of  
>>> Lynnae
>>> Sent: Monday, January 11, 2016 12:48 PM
>>> To: cdt-l at backcountry.net
>>> Subject: [Cdt-l] Patric Force
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> I have a box here left for Patrick Force.? We apparently we were  
>>> not here
>> when he came by for the package in November.? Do you want me to do  
>> anything
>> with this resupply box Patrick?? It did get torn somewhere a long  
>> the way.
>> I'm sorry we missed you....been quite a year for the two of us  
>> healthwise.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Because of the long hikes between places hikers don't really  
>>> realize how
>> much of a smell their belongings carry even after we give hikers a  
>> shower
>> and wash clothing.? It takes me days to air out the bedroom at  
>> times.? So,
>> we'll need to ask hikers leave their items outside and possibly sleep
>> outside from now on.? We are on the alternate route and really  
>> haven't seen
>> many hikers coming from Palomas/Columbus in the last year or so.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Our health issues are much better and will be able to accommodate  
>>> resupply
>> boxes and hikers this coming year.
>>>
>>> Warmly,
>>>
>>> Will and Lynnae McConaha
>>>
>>> HC 68 Box 64C, 3918 Hwy 35N, Mimbres, NM 88049
>>>
>>>
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> Date: Sat, 23 Jan 2016 16:46:45 -0700
> From: BCSS <bcss at bresnan.net>
> To: michelle bracht <mbracht at live.com>
> Cc: "cdt-l at backcountry.net" <cdt-l at backcountry.net>
> Subject: Re: [Cdt-l] Cdt-l Digest, Vol 100, Issue 7
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> So, just to get this straight.  Your dog can't carry any weight on  
> the advice of an orthopedic surgeon, but it's ok for you - someone  
> who is recovering from a recently torn Achilles' tendon, to carry 50  
> pounds?  Maybe you should run that by an orthopedic surgeon.
>
> best wishes,
>
> Jerry Brown
>
>
>> On Jan 23, 2016, at 3:04 PM, michelle bracht <mbracht at live.com>  
>> wrote:
>>
>> leeping mat and a down cover for him because he gets cold at night.  
>> Of course I have to carry a food bowl and first aid for him I also  
>> carry shoes because on our first hike he cut his foot and could not  
>> finish.
>> Last year was my first time doing solo hikes over 200 miles. I have  
>> since purchased almost all new gear that is much lighter. On dry  
>> segments lasting seven days where I will have to carry a gallon of  
>> water I will be a little over 50 pounds.
>> I do not have him carry anything because I was warned not to by an  
>> orthopedic surgeon.
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
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>>> 1. low cut shoes for backpacking (Mary Kwart)
>>> 2. Re: Low cut women's hiking boots (E)
>>> 3. Re: Low cut women's hiking boots (fogbow-88056 at mypacks.net)
>>> 4. Re: Cdt-l Digest, Vol 100, Issue 6 (ROGERS)
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>>> Message: 1
>>> Date: Sat, 23 Jan 2016 10:44:54 -0800
>>> From: "Mary Kwart" <mkwart at gci.net>
>>> To: mbracht at live.com, cdt-l at backcountry.net
>>> Subject: [Cdt-l] low cut shoes for backpacking
>>> Message-ID: <165ade9c681b13d4e29fa495bb75c804399654fc at webmail.gci.net 
>>> >
>> Thanks for the advice on shoes.  Several people have suggested  
>> Merrells. I had a pair that I didn't like years ago but so many  
>> people like them that I think I better give them another try.
>> As to the question about weight, I am the only person hiking so I  
>> have nobody to share the load. In addition I travel with a dog who  
>> eats A LOT. I have to carry all of my own gear plus gear for him  
>> that means I have to carry food and water but also a larger tent  
>> than One person would ordinarily need. I also carry a sleeping mat  
>> and a down cover for him because he gets cold at night. Of course I  
>> have to carry a food bowl and first aid for him I also carry shoes  
>> because on our first hike he cut his foot and could not finish.
>> Last year was my first time doing solo hikes over 200 miles. I have  
>> since purchased almost all new gear that is much lighter. On dry  
>> segments lasting seven days where I will have to carry a gallon of  
>> water I will be a little over 50 pounds.
>> I do not have him carry anything because I was warned not to by an  
>> orthopedic surgeon.
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
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>>> 1. low cut shoes for backpacking (Mary Kwart)
>>> 2. Re: Low cut women's hiking boots (E)
>>> 3. Re: Low cut women's hiking boots (fogbow-88056 at mypacks.net)
>>> 4. Re: Cdt-l Digest, Vol 100, Issue 6 (ROGERS)
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>>> Date: Sat, 23 Jan 2016 10:44:54 -0800
>>> From: "Mary Kwart" <mkwart at gci.net>
>>> To: mbracht at live.com, cdt-l at backcountry.net
>>> Subject: [Cdt-l] low cut shoes for backpacking
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>>> I use the low cut Merrell Moab ventilators with "yoursole" insoles.
>>> They weigh a little more than running shoes, but I need more  
>>> stability
>>> and padding. They last me about 500 miles per pair.
>>>
>>> --Fireweed
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>>> Date: Sat, 23 Jan 2016 13:53:13 -0500
>>> From: "E" <eshaww at excite.com>
>>> To: "cdt-l at backcountry.net"<cdt-l at backcountry.net>,    "michelle
>>>  bracht"<mbracht at live.com>
>>> Subject: Re: [Cdt-l] Low cut women's hiking boots
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>>> I did the CDT on a $99/ pair Merrells - several. A related comment  
>>> is why would you want ?exceed a 40 pound load while hiking the  
>>> CDT? I'd work on keeping your pack weight lower. Mini Mart?
>>> ?
>>> ?
>>> ?
>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: "michelle bracht" [mbracht at live.com]
>>> Date: 01/22/2016 07:23 PM
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>>> Date: Sat, 23 Jan 2016 20:49:54 +0000 (UTC)
>>> From: ROGERS <peacej1 at sbcglobal.net>
>>> To: "cdt-l at backcountry.net" <cdt-l at backcountry.net>
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>>> Concerning footwear...
>>> First priority needs to be reducing pack weight. It needs to be  
>>> under 10 lbs. if possible. Your feet will thank you. If you can  
>>> keep your total pack weight say, under 25 lbs. all you will need  
>>> is trail runners most likely. I have horrible feet but have been  
>>> able to thruhike again since going lighter on weight. I wear  
>>> Brooks ASR trail shoes, non-waterproof (not gtx). I used to wear  
>>> Cascadias. Ankle high socks also helps cut down pack weight and  
>>> saves a little space too.
>>>
>>> Montbell, Merrill, Altra, and other shoes/low cut boots found at  
>>> places like REI should work. Fit without foot pain is the number  
>>> one concern. Light weight is easier on feet over long distances  
>>> provided you get the support you need. Some people find inserts  
>>> purchased and inserted into their shoe/boot helps a lot. No one  
>>> can tell you a specific boot/shoe though. Every foot and need is  
>>> different. You just need to go out and try them with the weight on  
>>> your back at the time. Be sure to do some long multiday hikes in  
>>> them to make sure they will be ok or you may have to cut your trip  
>>> short.
>>> David Rogers
>>>
>>>
>>>  On Saturday, January 23, 2016 12:02 PM, "cdt-l-request at backcountry.net 
>>> " <cdt-l-request at backcountry.net> wrote:
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>>> Message: 1
>>> Date: Sat, 23 Jan 2016 00:17:44 +0000
>>> From: michelle bracht <mbracht at live.com>
>>> To: "cdt-l at backcountry.net" <cdt-l at backcountry.net>
>>> Subject: [Cdt-l] Low cut women's hiking boots
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>>> Hi,
>>>
>>> I am looking for some advice on low cut boots. Last fall I tore my  
>>> Achilles' tendon on the trail. I can no longer wear tall boots  
>>> because of the scarring. Can anyone recommend a low cut boot that  
>>> can handle a heavy load (the pack not me LOL) and offer decent  
>>> stability ?? Most of the boots I have read reviews for say they  
>>> are good for up to a 40 pound pack. Unfortunately I'm over that.
>>>
>>> Thanks,
>>> Michelle
>>>
>>> Sent from my iPhone
>>>
>>>> On Jan 13, 2016, at 12:00 PM, "cdt-l-request at backcountry.net" <cdt-l-request at backcountry.net 
>>>> > wrote:
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>>>> Message: 1
>>>> Date: Tue, 12 Jan 2016 18:48:09 -0700
>>>> From: "Doug Carlson" <doug-sue at centurylink.net>
>>>> To: "'Lynnae'" <lmcconaha at aol.com>
>>>> Cc: 'cdt-l' <cdt-l at backcountry.net>
>>>> Subject: Re: [Cdt-l] Stinking Hikers
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>>>> Lynnae, My wife agrees with your opinion.? Backpackers do stink.?  
>>>> I did appreciate your hospitality a few summers ago.? Glad to  
>>>> hear you and Will are on the means.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> -Doug Carlson (who has been one very stinking backpacker more  
>>>> than once)
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> From: Cdt-l [mailto:cdt-l-bounces at backcountry.net] On Behalf Of  
>>>> Lynnae
>>>> Sent: Monday, January 11, 2016 12:48 PM
>>>> To: cdt-l at backcountry.net
>>>> Subject: [Cdt-l] Patric Force
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> I have a box here left for Patrick Force.? We apparently we were  
>>>> not here when he came by for the package in November.? Do you  
>>>> want me to do anything with this resupply box Patrick?? It did  
>>>> get torn somewhere a long the way.? I'm sorry we missed  
>>>> you....been quite a year for the two of us healthwise.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Because of the long hikes between places hikers don't really  
>>>> realize how much of a smell their belongings carry even after we  
>>>> give hikers a shower and wash clothing.? It takes me days to air  
>>>> out the bedroom at times.? So, we'll need to ask hikers leave  
>>>> their items outside and possibly sleep outside from now on.? We  
>>>> are on the alternate route and really haven't seen many hikers  
>>>> coming from Palomas/Columbus in the last year or so.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Our health issues are much better and will be able to accommodate  
>>>> resupply boxes and hikers this coming year.
>>>>
>>>> Warmly,
>>>>
>>>> Will and Lynnae McConaha
>>>>
>>>> HC 68 Box 64C, 3918 Hwy 35N, Mimbres, NM 88049
>>>>
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>>> Date: Fri, 22 Jan 2016 17:56:45 -0700
>>> From: "Doug Carlson" <doug-sue at centurylink.net>
>>> To: "'michelle bracht'" <mbracht at live.com>,??? <cdt-l at backcountry.net 
>>> >
>>> Subject: Re: [Cdt-l] Low cut women's hiking boots
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>>> Favorite footwear- that should open up an active discussion.
>>>
>>> Consider that most of the load is carried in the footbed of the  
>>> shoe or boot
>>> you are wearing.? A good solid footbed sounds like what you need.?  
>>> I used a
>>> low cut trail shoe by Merrell with a Vibram sole/tread on the JMT  
>>> this past
>>> July and thought it did an excellent job of carrying me and my  
>>> pack.? My
>>> pack is about 35 lbs with food and water.? I would suggest you  
>>> take a good
>>> look at Merrells.? Go into an REI and see what they have.
>>>
>>> I have used the thinner footbed? with the softer soles that New  
>>> Balance
>>> makes and I do ok with them- depends on the terrain, really.?  
>>> Softer ground-
>>> New Balance works well, hard ground/rock then a firmer footbed  
>>> performs
>>> better.?
>>>
>>> The side of my shoe says "Continuum" on a small label.? I paid  
>>> close to
>>> $140- $150 for the Merrells I have from REI. Worth the cost.? I  
>>> plan to use
>>> these same shoes on the Arizona Trail this year.
>>>
>>> -Trew
>>>
>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: Cdt-l [mailto:cdt-l-bounces at backcountry.net] On Behalf Of  
>>> michelle
>>> bracht
>>> Sent: Friday, January 22, 2016 5:18 PM
>>> To: cdt-l at backcountry.net
>>> Subject: [Cdt-l] Low cut women's hiking boots
>>>
>>> Hi,
>>>
>>> I am looking for some advice on low cut boots. Last fall I tore my  
>>> Achilles'
>>> tendon on the trail. I can no longer wear tall boots because of the
>>> scarring. Can anyone recommend a low cut boot that can handle a  
>>> heavy load
>>> (the pack not me LOL) and offer decent stability ?? Most of the  
>>> boots I have
>>> read reviews for say they are good for up to a 40 pound pack.  
>>> Unfortunately
>>> I'm over that.
>>>
>>> Thanks,
>>> Michelle
>>>
>>> Sent from my iPhone
>>>
>>>>> On Jan 13, 2016, at 12:00 PM, "cdt-l-request at backcountry.net"
>>>> <cdt-l-request at backcountry.net> wrote:
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>>>> Message: 1
>>>> Date: Tue, 12 Jan 2016 18:48:09 -0700
>>>> From: "Doug Carlson" <doug-sue at centurylink.net>
>>>> To: "'Lynnae'" <lmcconaha at aol.com>
>>>> Cc: 'cdt-l' <cdt-l at backcountry.net>
>>>> Subject: Re: [Cdt-l] Stinking Hikers
>>>> Message-ID: <000301d14da4$7bb30480$73190d80$@net>
>>>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8"
>>>>
>>>> Lynnae, My wife agrees with your opinion.? Backpackers do stink.?  
>>>> I did
>>> appreciate your hospitality a few summers ago.? Glad to hear you  
>>> and Will
>>> are on the means.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> -Doug Carlson (who has been one very stinking backpacker more than
>>>> once)
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> From: Cdt-l [mailto:cdt-l-bounces at backcountry.net] On Behalf Of  
>>>> Lynnae
>>>> Sent: Monday, January 11, 2016 12:48 PM
>>>> To: cdt-l at backcountry.net
>>>> Subject: [Cdt-l] Patric Force
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> I have a box here left for Patrick Force.? We apparently we were  
>>>> not here
>>> when he came by for the package in November.? Do you want me to do  
>>> anything
>>> with this resupply box Patrick?? It did get torn somewhere a long  
>>> the way.
>>> I'm sorry we missed you....been quite a year for the two of us  
>>> healthwise.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Because of the long hikes between places hikers don't really  
>>>> realize how
>>> much of a smell their belongings carry even after we give hikers a  
>>> shower
>>> and wash clothing.? It takes me days to air out the bedroom at  
>>> times.? So,
>>> we'll need to ask hikers leave their items outside and possibly  
>>> sleep
>>> outside from now on.? We are on the alternate route and really  
>>> haven't seen
>>> many hikers coming from Palomas/Columbus in the last year or so.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Our health issues are much better and will be able to accommodate  
>>>> resupply
>>> boxes and hikers this coming year.
>>>>
>>>> Warmly,
>>>>
>>>> Will and Lynnae McConaha
>>>>
>>>> HC 68 Box 64C, 3918 Hwy 35N, Mimbres, NM 88049
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
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