Cheers to your preparation against nature’s misery. Appreciate the share and pleasant commentary. I am getting ready for March. Last week I did an overnighter on the cold northeast coast. The temp was 28F outside. Inside my tent was 38F. That is how my tent is designed. I chose to use a 4 season mountaineering tent because it is fully enclosed without mesh. Ventilation was fine. No condensation. I learned my 20 degree Feathered Friend sleeping bag was annoying because I got tangled while tossing. I unzipped that at turned it into a quilt. And, because my pillow was inside the top of the bag, the nylon lining caused it to slide around. Lastly, the inflatable was more comfortable a foam pad. With that experience out of the way, I was warm enough with my winter dress code. I carry about 35 pounds that includes 5 days of food and 2 liters of water. Bravo to your planning. Wishing you peace, comfort and good fortune. Happy Trails!
Your enthusiasm for being out on the trail is really infectious; it's really a treat to be able to come along for the journey. I'm looking forward to seeing you hit the AT. Happy trails!
If you were chilly at 40 degrees outside temp you will certainly want to reevaluate. Depending on when you start you might see overnight temps in the teens and definitely some nights in the 20s and low 30s through April and again up North as early as August. Temps that low after a full day of hiking in a 35 degree wet day can make for a long miserable night. Adding a foam pad under your inflatable will help (or buying an insulated inflatable). Bring warmer sleep clothes. Bring "hot hands". A nalgene bottle can be filled with hot water to sleep with, and drink throughout the night. Of course a lower rated quilt/bag will work but thats very expensive and may be too bulky for your pack. Happy Trails.
The AT will be a great adventure. The better you prepare the easier your first few weeks will be. Beware of the ticks. They are on mice in the shelters, year round. The ticks carry 9 diseases now. Every year many thru hikers get tick sick. Six years ago, my wife died from a tick bite. Treat your outer clothing and gear with Permethrin each month. Carry a good emergency blanket like the SOL Heetsheet. If you have trouble with the cold put the Heetsheet under you at night. Its reusable. A Zippo Pocket warmer can be very nice. Carry a few extra packets of oatmeal incase you run out of food. The weather can trap you at a shelter. Hiking in cold rain or snow is much nicer under a poncho because cold water isn't running down your back. It can also be used to protect your tent in heavy rain or snow. I like the $10 poncho/tarp from River Country. Good Luck, Rick
Learning about weight distribution- the hips carry most of the weight 👍, adjusting other straps not tight but close enough to the body for comfort and movement. You carry a decent amount of weight and did some good miles, hopefully I will get a good start as well. Best of luck 🚴🏼♂️🏃♀️🌿🧘🏼🙏
Pretty lake and area! This actually looks like a temperate rainforest. I guess both coasts are getting hit with tons of rain and snow this year. I hope it dries out soon!
The liner may be overkill in 40s but not on the AT where it will be 20s some nights. Glad you got the opportunity to test your gear!! One of my troubles was not having a lot of space in the pack but that is forcing me to only bring essentials which I think is a good thing.
Best wishes, Molly! I'm looking forward to following your AT adventure! ...Just wanted to comment on your loving "the sound of rain on the tent." Me too! Some folks are afraid of storms, and may be justified, from a past traumatic experience; However, i grew-up, with woods all around, and absolutely loved to drift-off to sleep, listening to the rain hitting the tin roof, through my open screened window, just a couple of feet from my pillow. The tranquility i feel, when listening to a rainstorm, inside my tent, reminds me of what David wrote in Psalm 23, when he said, of The Lord (v.1), "...though I walk THROUGH 'the valley of the shadow of death', I WILL fear (II Timothy 1:7) no evil: for THOU art with me; THY rod and THY staff; They COMFORT me..." I'm writing these words to You, HOPING they will be a source of COMFORT For You, while facing difficult or scary situations 'On Trail'. Notice that David wrote, that was walking THROUGH the valley; Not just INTO it. SO ... ALWAYS remember that Jesus LOVES You, and will ALWAYS be With You, and bring You THROUGH Your dark valleys. I enjoy 'word studies', inwhich, often, there are valuable insights to be gained, by breaking-down a word to it's 'root-word', suffix, prefix, etc.; Inwhich, in scriptures, i like to think of the word 'COMFORT', as The Lord saying, "COME into My FORT."... I Pray that You will have a great hike; Knowing The Lord's presence With You, and Having His Peace, along Your Trek. Psalm 119:165/Isaiah 26:3/ John 14:27 & 16:33/Rom.5:1,2/ Psalm. 19 / 27:1,10,11,13,14/ Psalm. 31:19,24/ 34.(Esp. v.7) / 37/ 84/ 85/ 89-92/ 119 / 139 / PROV. 3. / Joshua 1:8./ I JOHN.
Are you able to determine where the chill came from when you were sleeping? Was it from under you, from the sleep pad or on top from the quilt? Were your feet cold? I realized my hips and butt were cold from the pad, which helped me realize I needed a warmer sleep pad. I use a thin foam pad to supplement and on really cold nights, I put the foam pad on top of the sleep pad which is much warmer than when I place it under the sleep pad. But buying the warmer pad helped me tremendously. The few times I used a summer quilt in temps that were to low, the cold came from the top and my feet got cold. My hips and butt while touching the pad were fine. That let me know it was the quilt that wasn't warm enough. Good luck.
I had to ditch my Gossamer Gear pack and get a different backpack. I found that if I carried anything over 20 pounds I would really feel it on my shoulders. Tried every adjustment I could think of. I hope it works out better for you, please keep us updated!
Nice video. Would you confirm that is a free standing tent? I hiked the AT last year with a Big Agnes Tiger ULII and so wish I had gone with something lighter as well as free standing. The shuttle driver who took me to the AT Start point weighed my backpack - 27lbs. He laughed and said I needed to drop 5lbs and if I wanted, we could go through my gear right there and he would for free mail anything I wanted home. I declined and def regretted it. When I reached Neel's Gap I sent 6lbs of gear home. I know this is jumping well ahead, but I think my shuttle driver was Ron. He drives one of two very old Toyota vehicles that are fully stocked to help through hikers. He is also a wealth of knowledge. Best of luck.
@@mollyroseoutdoors It started with a review of my toilet kit followed by my first aid kit, then clothing. Looking at everything I thought maybe 1 or 2 lbs, but weighing it at the PO, minus box it was just short of 6lbs. Lots of small items that quickly added up.
I also love the sound of rain on the tent. I thought it was only me...
It’s seriously the best!
Cheers to your preparation against nature’s misery. Appreciate the share and pleasant commentary. I am getting ready for March. Last week I did an overnighter on the cold northeast coast. The temp was 28F outside. Inside my tent was 38F. That is how my tent is designed. I chose to use a 4 season mountaineering tent because it is fully enclosed without mesh. Ventilation was fine. No condensation. I learned my 20 degree Feathered Friend sleeping bag was annoying because I got tangled while tossing. I unzipped that at turned it into a quilt. And, because my pillow was inside the top of the bag, the nylon lining caused it to slide around. Lastly, the inflatable was more comfortable a foam pad. With that experience out of the way, I was warm enough with my winter dress code. I carry about 35 pounds that includes 5 days of food and 2 liters of water. Bravo to your planning. Wishing you peace, comfort and good fortune. Happy Trails!
I like how you say “us.” It’s like we are hiking with you. It really makes us feel like we are with you.
Lovely scenery my friend, so nicely presented! Gorgeous atmosphere 👏
love the purple clothing. you look great
Your enthusiasm for being out on the trail is really infectious; it's really a treat to be able to come along for the journey. I'm looking forward to seeing you hit the AT. Happy trails!
Thank you 😊 I can’t wait to share my journey!
If you were chilly at 40 degrees outside temp you will certainly want to reevaluate. Depending on when you start you might see overnight temps in the teens and definitely some nights in the 20s and low 30s through April and again up North as early as August. Temps that low after a full day of hiking in a 35 degree wet day can make for a long miserable night. Adding a foam pad under your inflatable will help (or buying an insulated inflatable). Bring warmer sleep clothes. Bring "hot hands". A nalgene bottle can be filled with hot water to sleep with, and drink throughout the night. Of course a lower rated quilt/bag will work but thats very expensive and may be too bulky for your pack. Happy Trails.
Thanks for the advice! I’m thinking about getting a foam pad to put under my inflatable one and will be bringing a few hot hands too.
Wow, that breakfast was wonderful! My favorite time camping is in the morning…I always love having coffee & making a nice breakfast.
Getting ready for your big day! Stay safe. & enjoy. 🥾🧗♀️🥶🙏❤️
Gorgeous scenery
Looked like a yummy breakfast to start off the day. Always love the ferns and moss on the trees in the PNW. Looked like a nice hike around the lake
The AT will be a great adventure. The better you prepare the easier your first few weeks will be. Beware of the ticks. They are on mice in the shelters, year round. The ticks carry 9 diseases now. Every year many thru hikers get tick sick. Six years ago, my wife died from a tick bite. Treat your outer clothing and gear with Permethrin each month.
Carry a good emergency blanket like the SOL Heetsheet. If you have trouble with the cold put the Heetsheet under you at night. Its reusable. A Zippo Pocket warmer can be very nice. Carry a few extra packets of oatmeal incase you run out of food. The weather can trap you at a shelter. Hiking in cold rain or snow is much nicer under a poncho because cold water isn't running down your back. It can also be used to protect your tent in heavy rain or snow. I like the $10 poncho/tarp from River Country. Good Luck, Rick
No fear-mongering allowed. Seems like she has everything in order!!
Excellent hiking. Favor follows you!
Learning about weight distribution- the hips carry most of the weight 👍, adjusting other straps not tight but close enough to the body for comfort and movement. You carry a decent amount of weight and did some good miles, hopefully I will get a good start as well. Best of luck 🚴🏼♂️🏃♀️🌿🧘🏼🙏
Pretty lake and area! This actually looks like a temperate rainforest. I guess both coasts are getting hit with tons of rain and snow this year. I hope it dries out soon!
20 minute miles is a pretty good pace (at least for me but I’m 79). That is the pace I try to maintain over hilly country, less so in the mountains.
I enjoyed the hike. Good luck on your AT adventure.
The liner may be overkill in 40s but not on the AT where it will be 20s some nights. Glad you got the opportunity to test your gear!! One of my troubles was not having a lot of space in the pack but that is forcing me to only bring essentials which I think is a good thing.
You may this: in freezing temperatures turn the water bottles upside down. Water begins freezing from the top down. Favor follows you!
Best wishes, Molly! I'm looking forward to following your AT adventure!
...Just wanted to comment on your loving "the sound of rain on the tent." Me too! Some folks are afraid of storms, and may be justified, from a past traumatic experience; However, i grew-up, with woods all around, and absolutely loved to drift-off to sleep, listening to the rain hitting the tin roof, through my open screened window, just a couple of feet from my pillow.
The tranquility i feel, when listening to a rainstorm, inside my tent, reminds me of what David wrote in Psalm 23, when he said, of The Lord (v.1), "...though I walk THROUGH 'the valley of the shadow of death', I WILL fear (II Timothy 1:7) no evil: for THOU art with me; THY rod and THY staff; They COMFORT me..."
I'm writing these words to You, HOPING they will be a source of COMFORT For You, while facing difficult or scary situations 'On Trail'. Notice that David wrote, that was walking THROUGH the valley; Not just INTO it.
SO ... ALWAYS remember that Jesus LOVES You, and will ALWAYS be With You, and bring You THROUGH Your dark valleys.
I enjoy 'word studies', inwhich, often, there are valuable insights to be gained, by breaking-down a word to it's 'root-word', suffix, prefix, etc.; Inwhich, in scriptures, i like to think of the word 'COMFORT', as The Lord saying, "COME into My FORT."...
I Pray that You will have a great hike; Knowing The Lord's presence With You, and Having His Peace, along Your Trek.
Psalm 119:165/Isaiah 26:3/
John 14:27 & 16:33/Rom.5:1,2/
Psalm. 19 / 27:1,10,11,13,14/
Psalm. 31:19,24/ 34.(Esp. v.7) / 37/ 84/ 85/ 89-92/ 119 / 139 / PROV. 3. / Joshua 1:8./ I JOHN.
Good luck on the AT. Cool place to hike. Crow✌️
Are you able to determine where the chill came from when you were sleeping? Was it from under you, from the sleep pad or on top from the quilt? Were your feet cold? I realized my hips and butt were cold from the pad, which helped me realize I needed a warmer sleep pad. I use a thin foam pad to supplement and on really cold nights, I put the foam pad on top of the sleep pad which is much warmer than when I place it under the sleep pad. But buying the warmer pad helped me tremendously.
The few times I used a summer quilt in temps that were to low, the cold came from the top and my feet got cold. My hips and butt while touching the pad were fine. That let me know it was the quilt that wasn't warm enough. Good luck.
Be safe
I had to ditch my Gossamer Gear pack and get a different backpack. I found that if I carried anything over 20 pounds I would really feel it on my shoulders. Tried every adjustment I could think of. I hope it works out better for you, please keep us updated!
That’s good to know! Thank you 🙏
How did you do the walking trail map. Any particular software or just physical movement on the map. Well done. Good luck with your AT
I use the relive app! It syncs with the activities I record on my Garmin watch. I believe this app works with most gps watches.
Nice video. Would you confirm that is a free standing tent? I hiked the AT last year with a Big Agnes Tiger ULII and so wish I had gone with something lighter as well as free standing. The shuttle driver who took me to the AT Start point weighed my backpack - 27lbs. He laughed and said I needed to drop 5lbs and if I wanted, we could go through my gear right there and he would for free mail anything I wanted home. I declined and def regretted it. When I reached Neel's Gap I sent 6lbs of gear home. I know this is jumping well ahead, but I think my shuttle driver was Ron. He drives one of two very old Toyota vehicles that are fully stocked to help through hikers. He is also a wealth of knowledge. Best of luck.
Thank you! It’s a semi-freestanding tent. I think i’ve heard of Ron. Wow 6 pounds! 😯 What did you send home?
@@mollyroseoutdoors It started with a review of my toilet kit followed by my first aid kit, then clothing. Looking at everything I thought maybe 1 or 2 lbs, but weighing it at the PO, minus box it was just short of 6lbs. Lots of small items that quickly added up.
How heavy is your pack fully loaded? Is there a way to adjust the weight so it’s not all on your shoulders?
It’s about 26 pounds with food and water. I had to get a smaller hip belt so the weight could be on my hips more. Much better now!
PLEASE keep your eyes on the road while you are driving! You made me very nervous watching that part of the video. Good luck.
why do people vlog while driving?