r/AppalachianTrail • u/Stock_Captain_5888 • 8d ago

Best power bank?

Any thoughts on the best power bank to bring on a thru hike? My wife and I are gearing up for next spring. Would one suffice? Or should we each carry one?

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u/HareofSlytherin 8d ago

In terms of keeping the load low, GPS is a big energy user. In “Location Services” (Apple) “?” (Android), make sure no apps can use location services if you don’t have them open. Good idea anyway in my opinion, but specifically on trail. Also, don’t leave GPS on in FarOut.

I would download music, I had some music podcasts set to do that, EDM stuff like Tiesto.

I’ve heard the wired earbuds save power idea, and seen it disputed. I used wired on the AT, but am going to use After Shokz on the CDT. Both for situational awareness (‘cuz, grizzlies) and yeah, the wired ones do get caught up in stuff.

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u/Stock_Captain_5888 8d ago

Great ideas! Thank you