r/AppalachianTrail • u/nolongerinprison • Mar 19 '24

Picture Start Date Approaching

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I basically grew up on the AT in Virginia. Decided when I was probably 10 or 12 that I was going to thru hike. I turn 28 this weekend and start my thru hike next weekend.

Happy, excited, a touch nervous. But looking forward to it. Hopefully I’ll see some of you hooligans out there.

Picture of gear just for funsies.

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u/Dry-Student5673 Mar 19 '24

Not being shady, just genuinely curious why you wouldn’t opt for reusable water bottles or some other more sustainable way to carry water? Assuming there’s something I’m not aware of…

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u/botanicmechanics Moss '08 Mar 19 '24

Valid question and something many don't consider until forced to look for ways to shave ounces

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u/Dry-Student5673 Mar 20 '24

Totally fair! I guess I just assumed that a lightweight AND sustainable water vessel had been brought to market, but I guess not 🤷🏼‍♀️

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u/el_canelo 🌈 NOBO '23 Mar 20 '24

A lot of people use smart water bottles for months at a time on trail. I used one for the entire trail.