Another Pro Tip: When below freezing weather, fill your cook pot with water at bedtime and keep in your vestibule. That way you can boil in AM with it already in pot.
Agree with the others....great to see you again 5 stacks. Followed your entire hike. Learned alot then and with this video. Please continue to pass along your lessons learned. Nothing like having the teacher of experience. Best to you and followers. BobV
A big advantage in winter backpacking on the AT is that you can enjoy it in relative solitude. Keep in mind that the photoperiod then is quite a bit shorter, and you should plan accordingly.
So good to see you again 5Stack! Great advice for any future backpackers! I carry the minimalist brs stove after having tried a jetboil for a bit. I ended up running a comparison test with the two of them in my driveway and found at the time that they boiled the water at almost the same speed (just about 30 sec difference) and the fuel use was comparable. But now I realize I did the test when it wasn't very cold. So maybe I'll have to do it again in the cold to see if that chonky jetboil is worth the weight for any cold weather backpacking I do. :D
@jinxhikes3021 Hi Jynx. Good to hear from you! I am a data geek, so I would love it if you did a comparison test at 20 degrees out & maybe again at 10 ish (time to a boil & weight of fuel used).
It's nice to see you back. I started on March 7th and flip flopped to an end on October 25th. I think we both are geologist and our trail experiences of connecting with the geomorphology of the Appalachians.
Good seeing you. Enjoyed following you and your mood, tone, insights on trail. I recent bought 2 identical light rain jackets with hoods. The key was getting the kind with the mesh liner, small mesh, inside! This protects your skin from cold, wet, and breathes. Much, much, much warmer than just skin against a vinyl, ploy, surface. I recommend the mesh lining jackets totally!
Your shelter lured me in. Two of us hung hammocks inside that shelter. Another time spent a really cold night in the blood mountain shelter. We used tents and tarps to cover the windows and door of the shelter. I typically use reflix to cover my water bottle and also to add a layer in my sleep system.
Good to see you again. I love my down pants, Mont Bell and down booties. Those two are a game changer in comfort on the cold nights. I am preparing for the Colorado Trail. I will start the last week of August. Training very hard, gym, stepper and training hikes with a fully loaded pack. It’s great to see you again. I completely agree wit you on the rain gear. I have that exact Zpacks coat and I like it but for cooler temperatures I prefer a heavier coat. You did a fantastic job on the AT. Take care
Awesome details…have watched some of your videos leading up to your awesome achievement! Just realized you’re outta of ATL😀. Love being about an hour from the trail along with many other options
Thank u, been thinking about all those things I would like to start nobo first of January. I have the msr stove, u r the second thru hiker that recommend jetboil for cooking in winter.
The MSR will work to 10 F at least long enough to boil the water (less than that, I don't know). One option is to have your hot meal at lunch when it's watmer. I really like my hot drinks so the jetboil, though heavier, meant lugging less fuel.
Hey !! Nice to see you!!! Really good tips on winter camping.. For now, I'll stay a fair weather hiker.! Good luck on your hikes! I'll be anxious to see the videos !
@5StackHikes only the first 33 miles of the Foothills Trail is currently open from Oconee State Park to Bad Creek. Helene took tons of trees down over there. The Bartram had some trees taken down but nothing like the damage the Foothills Trail got. Hopefully they can get the rest cleared and opened back up soon. I hiked a 10 mile section of the Foothills Saturday from Burrels Ford to Nicholson Ford and it was absolutely beautiful.
Hi 5stack!! I know this is an old video, not sure youre checking comments on videos any more. If so, and if you have an interest to do so, I'd love to hear your post-trail thoughts on your overall experience, what worked, what didnt, what youd do different in hindsight and overall whether the experience matched with your vision for the hike.
@grey_fox7 Hi Grey Fox. Comments pop up in my youtube feed & I still get a few here & there. I still plan on some post- trail videos to sum things up & would like to do so while on a week long hike. Your input will help to organize my thoughts. That said, I am really happy with how it played out & wouldn't want it any other way. I tried not to have too many fixed notions on how things should be. It was fun to sort of react to events in the moment & sometimes I felt like a third-party observer to my own adventure. If I were to do a second AT thru hike (no plans or intent to do this), I would start a month later, maybe the 3rd week in February, so I could be around other hikers more of the way.
@jamesjohnson-nz2km I wondered that too, but never resolved the question. I guess the thinking is that more clothes within the bag are just more to heat up.
Hello there, I was wondering, if I can share with you the most important thing ever with you. God the Father sent His holy Son Jesus to earth, to be born of a virgin. He grew up and died on the cross for our sins. Then He was put into a tomb for 3 days, after that Abba Father raised Jesus to life.He appeared to people, and went back to heaven. We all must sincerely receive Jesus into our life to be God's child. John 1:12 "But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name" Will you today genuinely by faith receive Jesus into your life for salvation?
Loved the special guest appearance of your cat!!!!!
Another Pro Tip:
When below freezing weather, fill your cook pot with water at bedtime and keep in your vestibule. That way you can boil in AM with it already in pot.
Just found your AT videos. I love the informative style of your videos and am looking forward to watching them all.
"Everything wets out." Good advice for everything outdoors.
Good to see you again it's been awhile we're still here keep them coming 🚶🚶
Agree with the others....great to see you again 5 stacks. Followed your entire hike. Learned alot then and with this video. Please continue to pass along your lessons learned. Nothing like having the teacher of experience. Best to you and followers. BobV
Still here, cold rain IS literally the worst.
And if you do put your hot Nalgene in your bag, remember to double check it for leaks.
I'm still following you. Peggy & I plan to watch an episode tonight. Looks like you are still alive, so that will ruin some of the suspense 😊
@ haha, I still have plenty of opportunities to die out here. I’ll go incognito again to keep the suspense
A big advantage in winter backpacking on the AT is that you can enjoy it in relative solitude. Keep in mind that the photoperiod then is quite a bit shorter, and you should plan accordingly.
Glad to see you back
Good to hear from you again
We're here for the jokes. Great advice
Thanks for the tips and great video. I enjoyed following your A T hike. Stay safe and HIKE ON and have a Merry Christmas
Thanks for the video tips five stack. You were one of first thru hikers I followed before my AT thru hike back in Feb. Great to see ya again. Wolfman
We've missed you, 5stack!!
So good to see you again 5Stack! Great advice for any future backpackers!
I carry the minimalist brs stove after having tried a jetboil for a bit. I ended up running a comparison test with the two of them in my driveway and found at the time that they boiled the water at almost the same speed (just about 30 sec difference) and the fuel use was comparable. But now I realize I did the test when it wasn't very cold. So maybe I'll have to do it again in the cold to see if that chonky jetboil is worth the weight for any cold weather backpacking I do. :D
@jinxhikes3021 Hi Jynx. Good to hear from you! I am a data geek, so I would love it if you did a comparison test at 20 degrees out & maybe again at 10 ish (time to a boil & weight of fuel used).
totally agree on bringing a heavier shell jacket for the rain. the AT in February can be brutal
It's nice to see you back. I started on March 7th and flip flopped to an end on October 25th. I think we both are geologist and our trail experiences of connecting with the geomorphology of the Appalachians.
@@Davidadventures Glad to hear you had a great experience in 2014. Congratulations!
Good seeing you. Enjoyed following you and your mood, tone, insights on trail.
I recent bought 2 identical light rain jackets with hoods. The key was getting the kind with the mesh liner, small mesh, inside!
This protects your skin from cold, wet, and breathes. Much, much, much warmer than just skin against a vinyl, ploy, surface. I recommend the mesh lining jackets totally!
Thanks for that tip. The thin material without a mesh really does stick to the skin.
Great video. I love the part you talk about slack packing. Super smart.
Your shelter lured me in. Two of us hung hammocks inside that shelter. Another time spent a really cold night in the blood mountain shelter. We used tents and tarps to cover the windows and door of the shelter. I typically use
reflix to cover my water bottle and also to add a layer in my sleep system.
40 MPH winds shook that shelter all night. It was a godsend to have 4 walls & a door.
Good to see you. I found that when I retired, it got harder to get things done. Good Luck, Rick
@@richardross7219 so true! I managed to stretch out a bathroom remodel to two months.
Very true lol
Good to see you again. I love my down pants, Mont Bell and down booties. Those two are a game changer in comfort on the cold nights. I am preparing for the Colorado Trail. I will start the last week of August. Training very hard, gym, stepper and training hikes with a fully loaded pack. It’s great to see you again. I completely agree wit you on the rain gear. I have that exact Zpacks coat and I like it but for cooler temperatures I prefer a heavier coat. You did a fantastic job on the AT. Take care
Awesome plans for the Colorado trail! Good luck! (but sounds like you won't need it with all of the training).
It always helps to have a little luck too. Take care
Awesome details…have watched some of your videos leading up to your awesome achievement! Just realized you’re outta of ATL😀. Love being about an hour from the trail along with many other options
Thanks for the tips! 😊 BACON WRAP
Thank you! I'm at tip 1... (definitely not AT).
Good to see you again 5 Stack. Thanks for the cold weather advice.
Excellent advice! I would add to keep your phone and battery bank warm as well. Good to see you again, 5-Stack!
Perfect timing!
There he is!! Hey 5 Stack great to see you!! Good advice! Especially tip number One! Stay warm down there and enjoy the holidays
Greetings Ewok! Good to hear from you. How goes the remodel on your swank victorian home and hostel to be?
Great tips, makes sense. Thank you! And keep warm dry clothes on in your sleeping bag
Very interesting and great to see you (and the “guests!) again! Thanks very much!!!
Looking forward to seeing more of your videos
Joanne and Dave
Thank u, been thinking about all those things I would like to start nobo first of January. I have the msr stove, u r the second thru hiker that recommend jetboil for cooking in winter.
The MSR will work to 10 F at least long enough to boil the water (less than that, I don't know). One option is to have your hot meal at lunch when it's watmer. I really like my hot drinks so the jetboil, though heavier, meant lugging less fuel.
Love your cohost 🐈 too.
Thank you. Good to see you.
Great to see you! Thank you for the great tips. 😀
Hey !! Nice to see you!!! Really good tips on winter camping.. For now, I'll stay a fair weather hiker.! Good luck on your hikes! I'll be anxious to see the videos !
What gloves are those
They are Black Diamond fleece gloves. I am actually in the market for a warmer pair that has the same general design, maybe something made with wool.
The Foothills Trail and the Bartram are both beautiful trails.
I have heard that good progress has been made clearing these trails post hurricane.
@5StackHikes only the first 33 miles of the Foothills Trail is currently open from Oconee State Park to Bad Creek. Helene took tons of trees down over there. The Bartram had some trees taken down but nothing like the damage the Foothills Trail got. Hopefully they can get the rest cleared and opened back up soon. I hiked a 10 mile section of the Foothills Saturday from Burrels Ford to Nicholson Ford and it was absolutely beautiful.
VERY good video. Thanks!
Winter backpacking in New Hampshire is called "snowshoeing" ;-)
Good to see you back 5 Stack
We are here! Great to see you again. Thx for the video.
🚶👟👟⛺🌞 you really did an awesome job on the AT glad you're doing good and thanks for the information
Very informative video. I have one question and I wondered the same thing throughout your thru hike. What brand of toboggan/beanie do you have?
@@Rambler595 Smartwool
Hi 5stack!! I know this is an old video, not sure youre checking comments on videos any more. If so, and if you have an interest to do so, I'd love to hear your post-trail thoughts on your overall experience, what worked, what didnt, what youd do different in hindsight and overall whether the experience matched with your vision for the hike.
@grey_fox7 Hi Grey Fox. Comments pop up in my youtube feed & I still get a few here & there. I still plan on some post- trail videos to sum things up & would like to do so while on a week long hike. Your input will help to organize my thoughts. That said, I am really happy with how it played out & wouldn't want it any other way. I tried not to have too many fixed notions on how things should be. It was fun to sort of react to events in the moment & sometimes I felt like a third-party observer to my own adventure. If I were to do a second AT thru hike (no plans or intent to do this), I would start a month later, maybe the 3rd week in February, so I could be around other hikers more of the way.
Surprise guests in this video!
Is it better to wear clothes for added warmth in the bag, or go without? I've heard both ways. Wondering if you experimented with that.
@jamesjohnson-nz2km I wondered that too, but never resolved the question. I guess the thinking is that more clothes within the bag are just more to heat up.
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I thought Peggy was going to say, "bring a snuggle buddy"
@schmitzcj definitely a good tip!
Hello there, I was wondering, if I can share with you the most important thing ever with you. God the Father sent His holy Son Jesus to earth, to be born of a virgin. He grew up and died on the cross for our sins. Then He was put into a tomb for 3 days, after that Abba Father raised Jesus to life.He appeared to people, and went back to heaven. We all must sincerely receive Jesus into our life to be God's child. John 1:12 "But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name" Will you today genuinely by faith receive Jesus into your life for salvation?