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The wife wanted to do a little hike so we went up the Mountain 1.5miles to the Pa/NY line and back down to the trailhead. Saves me 3miles off tomorrows 13miler. That way I won’t have to do 2 13mile days in a row. Sunny breezy 60deg day. Tomorrow is the start of many 10mile plus days in a row. 
John, which knives are going on this trip with you?Thank.Will do my best!!
John
Well, you are all set in the knife department! Have a good night !View attachment 2185970
Missing is the Esse4. Out in the car trunk.
The yellow Case and the SAK will be everyday and the fbs will get switched out.
And some for when not on the trail.
John
I see no Buck........View attachment 2185970
Missing is the Esse4. Out in the car trunk.
The yellow Case and the SAK will be everyday and the fbs will get switched out.
And some for when not on the trail.
John
Solid choices for lightweight blades, IMO.This is kind of my standard kit for distance backpacking. Mostly Appalachian/Southeast type trails. I honestly don’t need the Mora, but I made the decision a long time ago that if out and about and I’m able to, I will always have a fixed blade on my person. Granted, this is the small Mora, but I still bring it along and use it for camp chores and if I actually get the opportunity to make a fire.
I’m normally a little heavier in the tool department with a military background, but for distance backpacking, you have to weigh decisions with ounces, understand risk, and develop a sense of confidence in your gear (and decision making) to minimize unnecessary kit/weight. Many ultralightweight hikers would consider my choices overkill, but I’m comfortable and confident with them and I still keep my base-weight around 13-14 pounds.
ROCK6
can't do the entire historic hike without least one Buck knife on part of the hike.....Left those at home this week!!
Maybe next week.
John
Very nice sceneryView attachment 2186895View attachment 2186896View attachment 2186898View attachment 2186899
So today’s hike was a HARD 10miler. Had some really great scenery and 2 wet stream crossing too!!Lots of up/down. Sunny and 70deg. Gotta rest up for a SUPER hilly day tomorrow!!
John
Holy geez! What is this?
That it was!! The trail was real rocky/rooty so I sure I missed a lot!!
Had to watch my steps. 
