[pct-l] Pct-l Digest, Vol 3, Issue 41

Mon Mar 17 14:55:21 CDT 2008

Dear Switchback,

Which end does the airbag protect?

Bill

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>    1. Re: Mature Backpacker Advice (G. Lowe aka Wheeew)
>    2. Re: Passports required this year? (Scott Bryce)
>    3. Re: Passports required this year? (montypct)
>    4. Re: Passports required this year? (Ken Powers)
>    5. Re: Passports required this year? (Andrea Dinsmore)
>    6. Rockies Ruck 2008 Report (Paul Magnanti)
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> Message: 1
> Date: Mon, 17 Mar 2008 06:50:39 -0700 (PDT)
> From: "G. Lowe aka Wheeew" <gailpl2003 at yahoo.com>
> Subject: Re: [pct-l] Mature Backpacker Advice
> To: Hiker97 at aol.com, PCT <pct-l at backcountry.net>
> Message-ID: <872532.99278.qm at web33207.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
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> SB,
>
> You might want to look into the inflatable "air bag jackets" that inflate
> when a tether line clipped to the bike, is dislodged.  It should help when
> you hit the pavement.  Very handy.
>
> Wheeew
>
> Hiker97 at aol.com wrote:      Bill writes: I am new  at this so forgive my
> transgressions. I plan to hike in '09 and I am really  hoping that his old
> body(I'll be 61) will make it.  Even though my knees  are creaky the Dr
> says they should make the
>> mileage.............Perhaps  you guys can offer some advice to help me
>> get ready for my trip? Will there  be suggestions made at ADZPCTKO?
>  ----------------------------------------------------------
>  Switchback replies: I am 61 years old too.  I will be at the April
> Kickoff and would be glad to talk to you about this important  subject.
> Here are my latest thoughts.
>
>
>  Currently, I am considering the Harley-Davidson CrossBones or may be the
> new Rocker model motorcycles (www.harley-davidson.com).  I plan  to
> become, Switchback, the Road Pirate.  Only kidding.  I have  also been
> looking at the new Honda GoldWing too.  Believe it or not, they  came out
> with an air bag on their top model this year.
>
>  I am now trying to figure out how to be a Trail Angel with a  motorcycle.
>  It might work.  At least I know that the hot hiker babes  will be all
> over me --- the MountainMan Biker mystique.  They can't resist  the black
> leathers, two day old beard and the primeval sound of the  iron horse you
> are riding hard on.  They can't wait to hop on the back and  head into
> the wind (bugs too if you don't have a windshield) with the outlaw
> Pirate --- the  trailtown sacking one percenter.
>
>  See you soon, your pal, Switchback the Road Pirate
>
>
>
>
>
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> -Wheeew-
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> Message: 2
> Date: Mon, 17 Mar 2008 09:10:04 -0600
> From: Scott Bryce <sbryce at scottbryce.com>
> Subject: Re: [pct-l] Passports required this year?
> To: pct-l at backcountry.net
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> Paul Magnanti wrote:
>> Looks like the US Govt changed the standards yet again.. :)
>>
>> Still, a passport is probably easiest of all if you have the time.
>
> And the money.
>
> But a passport might be a good alternative to trying to keep my birth
> certificate from getting lost or damaged.
>
> It looks like there is a less expensive passport card that serves as a
> passport for people entering the US from Canada or Mexico. That would be
> a good way to go if one is not anticipating flying overseas in the near
> future.
>
>
>
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> Message: 3
> Date: Mon, 17 Mar 2008 09:25:35 -0700
> From: "montypct" <montypct at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [pct-l] Passports required this year?
> To: "Scott Bryce" <sbryce at scottbryce.com>,	<pct-l at backcountry.net>
> Message-ID: <001701c8884b$8a4e4850$c37f5142 at Monty>
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>> But a passport might be a good alternative to trying to keep my birth
>> certificate from getting lost or damaged.
>
> Or a Birth Certificate might be the best way to keep your Passport from
> getting lost or dammaged.
> I just got a passport.  Well over $100.  Plus, in the process, I had to
> order a copy of my birth certificate.  Seems a Hospital birth certificate,
> which I had, was not suitable for getting my passport.  I had to order a
> new
> birth certificate, a "legal" birth certificate, from the Illinois
> Department
> of Vital Statistics.  Directly from the state, I was able to buy one for
> $10-$15.
> I'll take that across the border this year.  More expendable (and lighter)
> that my perfect condition passport.
> Just mail it to Stehekin.
>
> Monty
>
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> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Scott Bryce" <sbryce at scottbryce.com>
> To: <pct-l at backcountry.net>
> Sent: Monday, March 17, 2008 8:10 AM
> Subject: Re: [pct-l] Passports required this year?
>
>
>> Paul Magnanti wrote:
>>> Looks like the US Govt changed the standards yet again.. :)
>>>
>>> Still, a passport is probably easiest of all if you have the time.
>>
>> And the money.
>>
>> But a passport might be a good alternative to trying to keep my birth
>> certificate from getting lost or damaged.
>>
>> It looks like there is a less expensive passport card that serves as a
>> passport for people entering the US from Canada or Mexico. That would be
>> a good way to go if one is not anticipating flying overseas in the near
>> future.
>>
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> Message: 4
> Date: Mon, 17 Mar 2008 09:36:09 -0700
> From: "Ken Powers" <kdpo at pacbell.net>
> Subject: Re: [pct-l] Passports required this year?
> To: "PCT MailingList" <pct-l at backcountry.net>
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> The way I read the webpage the government is postponing the stricter
> passport requirements due to budget cuts.  I think it said they would
> implement the new requirements in 2009.
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Paul Magnanti" <pmags at yahoo.com>
> To: "PCT MailingList" <pct-l at backcountry.net>
> Sent: Monday, March 17, 2008 6:46 AM
> Subject: [pct-l] Passports required this year?
>
>
> Looks like the US Govt changed the standards yet again.. :)
>
> Still, a passport is probably easiest of all if you have the time.
>
>
>
>
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> Message: 5
> Date: Mon, 17 Mar 2008 09:51:18 -0700
> From: "Andrea Dinsmore" <zaqueltooocool at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [pct-l] Passports required this year?
> To: montypct <montypct at gmail.com>
> Cc: pct-l at backcountry.net
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> Found this online.........
>
>
> http://www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/travel/vacation/ready_set_go/land_travel/reqs_canmexber.xml
>
>
> New Requirements for Traveling from Canada, Mexico and Bermuda
>
> (11/01/2007)Beginning January 31, 2008, U.S. and Canadian citizens ages 19
> and over will need to present a government-issued photo ID such as a
> driver's license, and proof of citizenship, such as a birth certificate,
> naturalization certificate or passport to enter the U.S. by land or sea.
>
> A passport or NEXUS, SENTRI or FAST card will be accepted as ID and
> citizenship requirements. Border Crossing Cards will continue to be
> accepted
> documents for Mexican citizens to meet both requirements.
>
> As early as summer 2008, all travelers who enter or depart the U.S. by any
> means (land, sea or air) will be required to have a valid passport, NEXUS,
> SENTRI, FAST, Border Crossing Card or other acceptable document.
>
> The State Department also intends to make available in spring 2008 a
> limited-use Passport Card, specifically for land and sea travel from these
> neighboring countries. In addition, several states including Washington,
> Vermont and New York are creating an Enhanced Driver's License that will
> fulfill these new identification requirements. Ample notice of the exact
> date of implementation will be provided to ensure travelers can obtain the
> appropriate documents.
>
> PCT MOM
>
>
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> Message: 6
> Date: Mon, 17 Mar 2008 10:02:36 -0700 (PDT)
> From: Paul Magnanti <pmags at yahoo.com>
> Subject: [pct-l] Rockies Ruck 2008 Report
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> Sorry for the delay in the report. Between fighting a flu for thepast
> month and being busy at work, I haven't had a chance to upload thephotos.
>
> Here they are.
>
>
>
>
> Another weekend in Leadville celebrating the lifestyle we call long
> distance hiking at the Rockies Ruck.
>
>
> As before, Wild Bill and Cathy of the Leadville Hostel were our gracious
> hosts.
>
> The weekend started off to go effect Friday night when old friends
> weregreeted, new friends were made and many stories were told.
>
> Saturday proved to have fantastic weather. Quite a few went cross country
> skiing, others made use of the nearby resorts
> and a few of us watched the annual skijoring event on Main st.
> Picturewater skiing with horses and alpine skis and you get the
> idea.Impressive and unique!
>
> Saturday evening, Disco was nice enough to give a great demo on sewing
> (even a fat fingered klutz like me can do it! )  Garlic also gave a stove
> workshop.
>
> Later on, we had a repeat of Friday night and again told stories, ateand
> generally enjoyed each others company. A special part of Satudaynight was
> Nira (aka 42)'s 30th birthday. There was a food fight tocelebrate [1]
> apparently. Happy Birthday 42!
>
> The birthday girl debuted a wonderful sideshow of her AT thru-hike and we
> watched the Walkumentary and a few of us relived our CDT memories.
>
> Sunday morning, many of us departed after a hearty breakfast.  A few
> decided to play in the snow some more as well.
>
> Later on, some of us had a bit of scare when Footslogger and BA Turtlegave
> us their after-ruck report. Footslogger had to be rushed to Denverdue to a
> hear attack. :O Luckily everything is A OK now. Our favoriteWyoming
> thru-hiker couple is now back in Laramie and recuperating. Phew!
>
> Overall, what a wonderful weekend. I am already looking forward to 2009in
> Leadville and spending another weekend celebrating being hikertrash.
>
> Photos at http://snipurl.com/21yad
>
>
>
>
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> --Thoreau
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