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Lies posted a new activity comment

Sat, 05 Aug 2023 20:46:31 +0000

Yep, also my brand of choice. Though I wouldn’t call the Lone Peaks or Olympus models almost barefoot, there’s quite a bit more padding underfoot. Especially the Olympus has a huge thick sole. The Superiors might come the closest. What they do have in common with the barefoot shoes is the zero drop. And yes, you definitely need to build that up… Read more

In reply to - Bernd posted an update in the group Gear

Hi there! Are there any hikers here who walk on barefoot shoes? And if so, what shoes do you wear?

I want to make the transition to hiking on barefoot shoes. During my […]

Lies replied to the discussion Tent for small budget in the forum European Trails

Sat, 05 Aug 2023 20:39:57 +0000

Reply to Tent for small budget

Sounds like a great deal at those prices! The more expensive single-wall tents will also have condensation anyway, so that’s not a drawback. Just the colour though…looks like they only have them in white. There goes stealth camping… 🙂

Lies posted a new activity comment

Sat, 05 Aug 2023 20:37:35 +0000

You’re most welcome! Hope you’ll get a lot of peace of mind out of it, and never have to use it. 🙂

In reply to - Mikhael posted an update in the group Gear

Hi everybody,

I’m currently looking to buy an InReach Garmin device since I’m going more and more into the mountains (Austria, Switserland etc) and also on a 1- […]

Lies replied to the discussion Tent for small budget in the forum European Trails

Sun, 30 Jul 2023 07:16:56 +0000

Reply to Tent for small budget

I’ve also heard rumours of Decathlon releasing a small and light trekking pole tent, inspired by the UL tents. They call it a tent tarp (MT 900) at 920 grs and 150 euros or so. Maybe an option?

No personal experience with it though.

Lies replied to the discussion Ultralight in the forum Gear

Sun, 30 Jul 2023 07:07:27 +0000

Reply to Ultralight

Hi Genevieve,

What kind of warmth are you looking for? Or what kind of circumstances would you want to use it in? Winter camping? Spring? Summer? Also, what kind of sleeping mat do you use, as this could influence the warmth of your bag.

I’ve got three sleeping bags, ranging in weight from 1 kg to 500 grams or so, but each one has its…

Lies posted a new activity comment

Sun, 30 Jul 2023 06:57:24 +0000

Hi Mikhael,

I second what Genevieve is saying, I used the Inreach mini (1) on the PCT, and it is very sturdy, I would definitely also recommend getting a device that allows two-way communication. I sent a check-in every night, to alleviate concerns back home, and luckily never needed the SOS function, but several people I know did have to use… Read more

In reply to - Mikhael posted an update in the group Gear

Hi everybody,

I’m currently looking to buy an InReach Garmin device since I’m going more and more into the mountains (Austria, Switserland etc) and also on a 1- […]

Lies posted a new activity comment

Sun, 30 Jul 2023 06:45:47 +0000

Hi Bernd, not myself personally, but I know two people that have hiked the PCT in Vivo Barefoot shoes.
I considered trying it, but ultimately decided against it, as the downward pressure (weight) of the backpack and the constant rocky underground caused the nerve endings in my feet to stop functioning. This meant part of my feet went numb… Read more

In reply to - Bernd posted an update in the group Gear

Hi there! Are there any hikers here who walk on barefoot shoes? And if so, what shoes do you wear?

I want to make the transition to hiking on barefoot shoes. During my […]

Lies joined the group Solo Hikers

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 06:45:16 +0000

Lies posted a new activity comment

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 06:45:04 +0000

Hi Paulien, what about the Fishermen’s trail?wild camping not officially allowed, but very doable. Or maybe the Lycian way, though I haven’t walked that yet.

In reply to - Paulien posted an update in the group European Trails

Hi! I am looking for an European trail (or two different ones combined) to hike half November – half December. Wild camping or cheap accommodation on the […]

Lies joined the group Rota Vicentina - Fishermen's Trail & Historical Way

Sun, 16 Jul 2023 09:13:48 +0000

Lies replied to the discussion Ultralight in the forum Gear

Thu, 06 Jul 2023 19:27:12 +0000

Reply to Ultralight

❤️ Yes, curious to hear how it performed, I do still need a proper tent for cold/stormy areas, as I hear tales of people with Dyneema tents that got torn apart by hailstorms and the like.

I just downsized my collection from four to two tents, so ehm…time to get another tent, perhaps? Although I would lean heavily towards the ‘regular’ …

Lies and Sofie are now connected

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Lies and Katie are now connected

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Lies joined the group South American Trails

Sat, 24 Jun 2023 20:38:40 +0000

Lies replied to the discussion Ultralight in the forum Gear

Sat, 24 Jun 2023 19:58:37 +0000

Reply to Ultralight

Hi Evi, your website looks real nice! Looks like we were at the PCT at the same time, or at least we were at Trail Days at the same time. 😉 Don’t remember meeting you though, unfortunately.

Maybe next thru… 🙂

Lies replied to the discussion Ultralight in the forum Gear

Sat, 24 Jun 2023 19:48:38 +0000

Reply to Ultralight

Yep,also hiked the PCT with a Duplex, and switched to a Durston Xmid Pro 2 in Washington. The Duplex was great for the entire hike, apart from, indeed, high winds, which happened once at the base of the San Jacintos for me. Spent the entire night trying to get the stakes to stay in, and then finally gave up and held the poles upright by hand…

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My gear lists for long hikes - Six million steps

Curious about the things I bring on my long (thru-)hikes? In this article, I'm sharing my gear lists for hikes such as the Pacific Crest Trail, the Dutch Mountain Trail and the Fishermen's Trail. Of course, every trip requires its … Continue reading

Lies posted a new activity comment

Sat, 24 Jun 2023 09:18:25 +0000

A friend of mine has one. I think he was happy with it, but can ask him for more specifics, if you want?

In reply to - Helena posted an update in the group Gear

Does anyone have experience with the bonfus UL shelters? I have my eye on them but dont know anyone who actually tried their tents. They have one thats similar to […]

Lies posted an update in the group Pacific Crest Trail: Hi everyone! Nutcracker, class of '22 here. If you […]

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 12:31:41 +0000

Hi everyone!

Nutcracker, class of ’22 here.

If you are interested in hiking the PCT and are looking for some stories and advice to get you started on this adventure, I wrote several articles about my experiences and the gear that I used on my website:

sixmillionsteps.eu/en/home-english/

I have also written an article on preparing for the PCT…

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