Appalachian Trail Thru-Hike Day 5...We Need Waterproof Shoes
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They said it was going to rain, but we ignored them. We are listening from this point forward. Nobody likes walking in wet shoes.
Day 5
Start - Neel Gap (Mile 31.3)
End - Tesnapee (Mile 37.3)
Miles walked for the day - 6.0
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Waterproof shoes is the last thing you want.
I know, everyone says that, but I am still going to give them a go since I already have a pair. Will definitely discuss if I like them or not after the first rain with them on.
Oh yes! Please continue to allow us to suffer through real life on the AT with you! What a nasty, nasty day - so glad you got warm & dry! Love the equipment of the day sharing! Largo has a really nice âannouncerâ kind of voice - perfect for being a pilot!
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@@WorldTowning Wool socks are the best for wet shoes. Once waterproof shoes get wet inside, they are near impossible to dry. Trail runners will dry out far faster. If you really need to be waterproof, just put on bread bags over socks, inside of shoes - or waterproof socks.
Waterproof isn't a thing that is actually possible, so just good shoes are better. Just change your socks more. Embrace it.
Pro tip from someone who outfits through hikers: you are going to go through several pairs of shoes on this journey. Whether itâs hoka or altra, the EVA foam cushion midsole is only designed to last approximately 150 - 200 miles before it compacts. Once it compacts, the shoe can cause foot/knee pain, worst case scenario, injury, like plantar fasciitis orâŠ. other things I wonât bring up.
Waterproof isnât necessary, especially if you are wearing wool socks. Good luck!
Thanks for the tip. So replace the cushion midsole half way through the life of the shoes? And thanks for watching.
@@WorldTowning not exactly; the âmidsoleâ is the cushion part of the shoe. The âinsoleâ is the insert inside of your shoe that is replaceable, but thatâs not going to help by replacing. Using a custom orthotic or an after market insole like Superfeet can add a few extra miles to your shoes, but ultimately the shoes will need to be replaced for your well being. There are plenty of shops along the way that will set you up and explain this type of shoe wear. đđ»
@@lisekapp268 thanks
I'm watching this just as I finished packing for our hike on the VĂa de la Plata, Seville to Merida. Couldn't agree more about walking. Saves your sanity, nurtures you with nature, makes your body work better, salve for the sound. Thanks for this series. So happy for you and Largo to have this precious time together.â€
Awesome. Buen Camino!!! So happy for you adventure. Big hugs.
I love your excitement. I tried to watch others they are boring. You are a good storyteller.
Awh, thanks. This is such a compliment!!! Will has always been the story teller in our vlogs and I was so nervous about doing this on my own. THANK YOU>
Donât change anything of how you are videoing. I love being able to see the truth and reality. Lots of folks donât show this side of it. You and Largo are my kind of people. Keep on to Katahdin. Watching from my couch in Arkansas
More reality coming. We all benefit from the truths. Thanks for joining us.
Rain ponchos.
Cheap!!! And they are magnificent.
I like my rain gear, however I have considered switching to a poncho in summer when I need less warmth.
Good tip I learned on the Camino - put newspaper in the shoes to help dry them at night.
I learned that there too and love it. The problem is there are no newspapers in the woods. Ha!
You are my hero! This sort of day is my favorite with the fog, the drizzle and the eerie trees, but I see the day through a window, not from an endless trail. Take care of yourselves.
Thanks! It was so nice the first 5 ish miles, but that it got ugly, so glad we attempted though.
Love following this journey. You guys are troopers!
Thanks. So happy to have you with us!
Love your videos! You are so real!
Thanks, only way we know how to roll. We would be crappy actors. Ha
Been waiting on this. Great watchxx
Happy to have you here!!!
Great video guys. Way to push through the yuk! Those boots you saw on that log have been there for a long time. I have seen them in so many hiker videos in the pastâŠlol. Stay safe and keep being real. See you next video
Ha, I wonder how long. It's cute that no one removes them.
I agree. Walking does have magical powers! It's great to still be able to appreciate that while hiking in the rain! Whenever life gets a little heavy, I go walk.
I don't know if they make that much of a difference in the rain, but I love my gaiters with my Altras. Also, I noticed that my feet stayed much dryer in the rain on the AT once I started using an umbrella with a hands-free holster for it. I don't think I'll ever go back to just a rain jacket.
Happy Trails!
So agree... life is heavy...walk it off. I have gaiters and I love them. They do work great and they keep everything clean. Which hands free holster do you have?
Lovely weather! I'm sure getting back to a warm shower and room had to be the highlight of today!
It was definitely the best part of our day.
Hiking in the rain! It looked ominous and dreary. I was watching to see if a zombie would walk out of the trees. Your trail mix looked great. And you both have great attitudes.
Such good advice about walking! Iâve said before, but at 62, I am in the early early planning stages of hiking/ backpacking the AT. Maybe a day, week, month or 6 months..who knows but you are so right ! Just walk! And that trail mix looks delicious!
Awesome! Congrats. 60s is a very common age on the trail. 60s and 20s and then us in the inbetween. The trail mix was so yummy.
The incredible infrastructure and community on this trail is blowing my mind!!! Get warm and get that food in you!!!
It is unbelievable! So much positivity! Have not used the "no thank you," yet! Ha
Smiling and cheerful even in that freezing rain! Good for you guys!! That awesome attitude will help get you to Katahdin! Also, smart decision to get off trail in those conditions!
Have to keep a good attitude, there will be days and we will share them, but rain is not one of them.
What an amazing journey yâall shared, please continue to give us more details the good the bad and the funny ugly. I enjoy listening to everything that yâall are doing. And waterproof shoes are actually only waterproof for so long.
Ha, that is what we have heard. Thanks for joining us.
â€â€â€â€ super lady and rockstar Largo!!
Thanks Shari! This will be you on the camino shortly.
So fun to watch these! Especially because my daughter and I are going to walk the Camino in the beginning of May.
No way! That is so cool. What part?
@@WorldTowning this time we will be walking from Sarria to Santiago. I would love to walk the French way with her but unfortunately we have to deal with her school schedule. Our country is very strict about school attendance. No home schooling allowed. But we will find a way to one day walk the French way together! For now and as a start walking from Sarria is perfect.
Starting to watch your Camino walk for my trip in august- now that Iâm familiar with spots
Awesome! If you have any questions feel free to reach out.
keep it real guys! love it. Well done!đ„Ÿđ„Ÿđđđ
Thank you! Will do! It's the only way we know how to vlog.
Last year, I wore the waterproof Hoka Sky Toa the whole way and never had an issue. When everybody else had cold and wet feet, mine were warm and dry.
Thanks for sharing. Trying out my waterproof shoes today!
amen to your comments on walking! I'm obviously a big fan. I figure just walking around the neighborhood puts you in the top 10%. It makes such a difference. -H
Exactly. If you want me to do a walk for you on the trail just email me the details. I know you appreciate a good walk.
@@WorldTowning Hah. Thanks, I may take you up on it. Though, I've wanted to check out New England so maybe I'll come find you guys at some point. đ -H
Yes show us ALL the real stuff!
Get ready!
I also recommend the Packa, which is a waterproof jacket and pack cover in one - that way the backpack doesn't get wet, and you are in a waterproof bubble. It hangs longer than a typical jacket too. In summer, its way more breathable too. We've had ours for 10 years now, and adore it. Its super fast to put on as well. You can augment this with a zpacks rain skirt to keep your legs dry.
Thanks for the recommendation. I think Will actually has one of those and he loves it.
The trail goes under a number of highway bridges where its covered. đ But it is the only part of the trail that passes through a building.
Ah, ok, thanks for clarifying.
When you get to Winding Stair, head to Franklin and the Lazy Hiker. They have a banner you can sign, and a great atmosphere too. (If your not passed it yetđ)
Darn! Already passed it. Tried to go to the Lazy Hiker BBQ but my parents were in town and wanted to spend time with them. Loved Franklin.
đ GET SOME WATERPROOF SOCKS
We did! Phew!
seal skin socks are waterproof, and can make a rainy day better... best wishes
thanks, if my new ones do not work I will check out seal skin.
The only thing I hate about these vlogs is I already know how much I am going to miss them when you are done! đą I've been a subscriber for many years (I think when you first went to France.) Loved this vlog. Loved seeing the not so perfect days. Love that you can get a hotel if you need. â€â€ hugs from Australia
We have no plans on stopping vlogging, we love it, just changing up adventures is our thing. Thanks for being here for so long.
@@WorldTowning I just meant the AP videos will be over eventually and I know already I will miss this haha. I'll always watch, no matter what you guys are doing đ
@@em...... We are getting some other hikes to follow up...we love it .
looks like i am not the only early riser
Hiked Mt Washington, NH and Mt Katahdin, ME and section hiked AT as well with my son. He one time raced in front of me on Mt Washington because he had to 'poop' so bad and wanted to get to a 'real' pot! He finally had to do the trail, and it broke the seal on how to do it. It always feels odd at first, as you know, but it gets better as you go. No pun intended.đ
This is hilarious. We have had some of those moments too. You do get used to it for sure.
Altra Lone Peak high top waterproof! you will not regret!
Awesome. I have Altra Lone Peak low top waterproof, but have not used them in the rain yet. Can't wait.
@@WorldTowning the high tops are better. I hiked in Newfoundland and Labrador in them last June and July and they were great. I had non waterproof Altra trail runners also, but really liked the high tops. I know it is a controversial opinion.
@@susanfoster8637 Ha, well, controversial does not bother me, everyone finds what works for them. I find them too heavy, but not opposed to trying an Ultra version. I have only had high tops the old school way.
You had a way out? i have memories of nasty weather... no rescue van,,, we had to either hike out to destination or hunker down, hot fire (in tent) dry out and dry out clothes. i used Merryll hiking boots (water resistant. No boot is water proof 100%. ) Layering. Wearing a pair of cotton socks then a nyln sock over that and then a heavy wool sock is the best combination. Wearing nylon by itself will eventually cut into your feet. Wool against your foot is often uncomfortable but makes a great padding for your feet. We never had (hand warmer packs) however, they do work and a good invention. Wear a band over your forehead. A good idea is to carry a couple of steel wool pads in a sandwich bag and in a separate bag and wrapped in tissues, a 9V battery. Instant fire starter. Laces..... always carry 2 extra sets of boot laces. There are walking / hiking shoes but for your situation you definitely need good hiking boots. My last pair were purchased some 17 years ago and are still in good condition. Make sure to rub boot oil over a slightly wet boot at least once a week (in your case) and bring replacement inner cushioned souls. That's all i have for now. Ttfn
We were sooooo lucky, this is not the case on the whole trail. Thanks for all the tips.
hi there will, the mother and daugther also doing the at, yt channel wildflower adventures, trail names mama bear and little bear. you are doing a great job with the editing, liked the mostauche you gave largo.
Oh how fun. I hope Jess and Largo fun into them. Thanks for the compliment, I truly enjoy editing.
How do you know where each stop is? Where the campsites are and distance to each? Is it well marked or easy to get lost? What a fun journey for you guys! I enjoy watching!
Good question! Short answer, we look at an app called Farout and plan the night before in the tent, but keep room for flexibility as the day unfolds. I will elaborate on a future vlog as I am sure others have the same question. Thanks.
There are definitely worse things then hiking in the rain...U guys are lucky tho and anyone else that gets to do this...Ive been tryin to get where i can afford to hike atleast a big part of the AT for 5 years now.. i jus cant get ahead to afford any decent gear or any time off ..i used to backcountry camp 2 to 3 nights at FDR state park in pine Mountain Ga almost every weekend when i had a Vehicle.. So i have some gear its just too cheap and heavy for a long hike...But i feel like its killing my Soul not being able to go.. im 34 now and never been on a vacation anywhere or anything. And i just feel like if im never able to do anything else i need to do a big peice of the AT Before i die. While i would love to do the whole thing Id settle for any of it at this point. Just to say i did something other then just work nonstop for shit Pay my whole life... but i just cant afford it and it sucks.. anyone who gets to do stuff like this just hope you know how lucky u are.
Definitely creepy woods! I felt that way a couple days ago but with the rain and gloominess, itâs way more creepy! How close is the trail from/to the road so that you can picked up?
In most cases not close. In this case the trail was on the road, but high in th e mountains and it took awhile to get a shuttle.
I think the fog in the trees looks beautiful of course Iâm sitting on my couch at home so I might have a different spin on it. itâs a very interesting endeavor Youâve taken on a very far cry from people that train and study and experiment and practice hike itâs kind of like well letâs do this! good on you guys and itâs definitely a new spin on hiking the Appalachian Trail and I do wonder what the end goal is itâs like letâs hike for three months while the same time your son is taking all his school lessons when thereâs no Internet half the time curious curiousI wanted to tell you falling is never funny not on the trail because Iâve seen so many people hikes end that way. I wish you all the best.
It was beautiful until it got too cold. I loved it initially. We have lived 10 years of full-time travel with learning the safety measures of adventures and a little extra and then going for it. If we wait until we are fully ready, most never go. We will share all the details as the vlogs and days roll on, but Captain only has a modified school schedule for the first 5 weeks and then he is done for summer so not too much. Yes, the goal is Katahdin not just 3 months. Thanks for your support.
Thank you for the reply. I got to go back and look at some of your adventures and the lifestyle youâre living and your kids are getting to experience is really something a little bit Jealous my mom and dad didnât think of that. Have fun and be safe.
My first day of our 4 days there was a torrential downpour! My back hurt, I hadnât prepared! One sister went ahead because we thought we needed to check in at our cabins before they closed the store/office. The other sister and I were trying to walk up a hill! The water came halfway up to our knees!!! I wanted to give up and sit in a log and drown! My sister kept making me take one step at a time up the hill against the âriverâ! We made it! Then downhillâŠ. Then there was a turn off! I wanted to take the turn off, I was sure it was the cabins. My sister thought it was further! Luckily I talked her into it as we started down that hill the other sister came running happy go lucky all excited, keys in hand!!!
The hot showers were the best! I threw out all kinds of stuff and gave away stuff to the sisters and they carried stuff for me the next 3 days!
It never rained again!!
OMG, love this story. Thanks for sharing. I guess we just have to muscle through that rain. The hot showers are the best!!!! I love them so much. What year was this?
@@WorldTowning It was February 2016!
Y'all do know that fog-soaked rainy days have superpowers, don't you? Try Hooting like an Owl early one morning at the break of the day, or in camp just before you slip into your tent to sleep the night away. Spooky though! The close-ups of tree buds, and weird-shaped tree limbs and leaves mixed with a casual 360% are excellent choices as you walk & chat. The telling of the day's adventures with some campfire light flickering on your face would work well. Last but not least, please explain the tree-limb punched hole in Largo's right cheek, the cheek next to his nose, or did he cut it shaving unnecessarily, LOL.
They do have superpowers. We actually have a 360 that we did not use in the beginning vlogs, but it is coming.
Ah that was a pimple I believe, but don't really remember.
You will need Welles for complete water proof. Not great for hiking. Good luck glad youâre not fair weather hikers. You really feel you have accomplished something to night . Love watching your videos. Very different from the others I watch
Definitely not carrying Welles, but do love them. Ha! Nope, not fair weather hikes, but also don't enjoy freezing our butts off. Ha!
@@WorldTowning I Love my HOKAs but not for hiking. Something with Gortex is good . I hike with Either Teva or Merrill's. Even when my feet get wet they still keep my feet warm. Love the people o the trail. glad you got off when you did. Hypothermia is fun. Can't wait for the next video.
@@lorrainesherred6458 I have not tried Teva or Merrills, maybe they will be next after my Ultras.
Waterproof shoes will still get wet eventually but then theyâll never dry! Stick with non waterproof! If anything, try some SealSkinz waterproof socks.
That is what everyone says, but I have a pair so I will give them a try and definitely report back on the vlog. We did buy some waterproof socks, has not rained since. Ha
@@WorldTowningdef give em a shot! Worse that can happen is theyâre not ideal and you switch âem out! So many towns/shops to make gear swaps which is why the AT is so awesome. đđ»
I agree. Got my waterproof ones wet and it took days and days to dry out in the sun at home.
I honestly canât believe what kind of shoes people wear. Get some leather boots and seal them with boot sealer . Even if you buy gore-Tex or some similar brand, you still need to seal the outside of the boots . The fabric will get soaked. I wore leather Vasque without Gore -Tex for years backpacking. You just seal them well and reapply when the water stops beading up on the outside of your shoes.
Thanks for sharing. I am up for trying all kinds of footwear but they must be light weight. That is my resistance to boots, but you never know. I keep an open mind.
You two have great attitudes. Being cold is the worst! Do you think you will replace your shoes with waterproof, soon? It takes so long to get wet shoes to dry! If you can find ways to stay dry and warm it will really help you meet your goals. Itâs still early in the season and there will be more cold days.
Thanks! We have to be positive or we will never make it 6 months, but we are this way in our everyday life as well. I have a pair of waterproof that I will try when these are dead at about 400 miles. Totally agree, we will meet those miles if we are dry. Thanks.
What will you be doing if there are thunderstorms? Hunker down or just keep walking. On the Camino I had to walk through a heavily forested area and it was very scary.
If we have the option to get off trail we will in thunder and lighting and pouring rain. If not we will hunker down in our tent. It can be creepy, I hear ya.
Hiked in 97. And I can assure you there is no such thing. Your socks will stay wet until town. Simple as. Wear wet ones to hike and dry ones to stay warm at night. Sucks putting wet socks on first thing, but thatâs the deal. Always keep one pair dry for night time. lol at waterproof bootsđ
We have done that, not fun, but so true. Wear it wet. Thanks
A rain poncho is a good thing...
Thinking about adding it to our gear. We have used them in the past and like them.
I would suggest keeping your existing shoes. Waterproof shoes will get wet and they take much longer to dry.
I have a waterproof pair already which I will use next and I will give a full report on them after a rain hits. Who knows what the outcome will be for me, but I will keep it real.
The wind sucks here spmetimes.....poor things..if you camp in the wind.....yall got to be careful of falling limbs.....so dangerous....id get out if it gets windy. Another trick is hanging a clothes line over your tent.
We look up before we pitch our tent, but you can't always tell if a branch will fall soon. Thanks for the tip!
Solvitur Ambulando. Latin phrase which means âIt is solved by walking.â
Love it! Thanks for sharing.
You need better gloves, woollen jumpers, HATS !!
Just got my new Camino backpack + new inflatable mattress !!The pack is a lot lighter than my old one, and the mattress much smaller, but they both look OK. Lighter is better. My amazing godfather got them for me. Have to check my French Army slleping bag fits in, mais à vue d'oeil ça semble bon.
Raining here too today, might be a northern hemisphere event ...
Glove recommendations?
Lighter is so much better.
I think after finding those boots on the trail, the question should have been, "Are they waterproof?"
Ha, love it! Probably not now after all these years.
Okay, between hiking in rain, while super cold, or super tired, I would choose super cold. I walk a lot faster if I am cold, because movement warms you. Rain is fine if the weather is warm, and the wind isnât blowing, but I am screwed if I am not wearing a hat, since I wear glasses. In the summer time, I donât mind the rain as long as I can walk on pavement. But I wouldnât hike, that woodsy trail that I love to hike, in the rain, because I donât like walking in mud. Not that I didnât just step right in some thick, gloppy mud, two days ago, when I took my toddler hiking on that trailâŠ..đ€ŠđŒââïžđđđ Baby wipes come in very handy for removing mud off of a shoe, by the wayâŠ.đ
Love it. We carry wipes as well. Thanks for sharing!
You need wet suit socks and a way to dry your feet off when you get to camp.
My mom sent us waterproof socks, but it has not rained since. Ha.
Itâs amazing, everyone recommends backpacking in non-waterproof glorified sneakers instead of a real hiking boot. I wouldnât be surprised if they sold you 0 drop ones also even if you never wore them
Apparently they work better. I have not done a comparison so I cannot comment on it, however I do appreciate the lighter weight of not having a full boot. I might give a boot a try as long as my feet continue to hold up. I will report back on a vlog if I do and I will keep it real. Wink.
Hope you had wool socks on!! Cotton kills
Always! Merino.
you don't want waterproof shoes .. what you want is WaterProof - neoprene - socks
You can walk all day in them and your feet stay dry .. they are BEST for snow and ice, but I use them in rain as well
if my feet get soaked too long the skin gets soft and raisoned .. these keep them from happening
now you have to keep water from going in from the top of the sock, but it seems you are wearing rain pants
We did get waterproof socks, but now no rain. Ha!
Its called forest bathing/ negative ions
Exactly
Ps I literally have fallen out of bed 3 times in 4 months. My daughter wants to put me in a crib. (Side rails) nope
We should form a club for us. I do it every night. I just fall a lot shorter distance than you probably. Good luck.
Waterproof is a bad idea. I donât like wet feet, either, but I will still not wear waterproof because of how bad they are with all that sweatingâŠ
I already have one pair that will be the next pair I wear so I will share how much the sweating impacts it for me.
The Wendy's Restaurant in Cornwall, Ontario, Canada is one of the dirtiest places i have ever been in. Fast food plces, like Wendy's and yes McDonald's have gone steadily downhill.
Sure have, but happy to have food.
I must disagree with the people that say waterproof isnât good. Iâve used them forever and love them. But not lowcut! I do mid and wear waterproof gators to make sure they donât get wet.
Cool. I have a pair that are waterproof, but low cut. Going to give them a go soon. Thanks for sharing.
In honor of your hike, my pup and I walked in rain today. If itâs not cold itâs kinda nice. Snow probably in Smokies
OMG this is so cute! Right, it is kind of refreshing and makes us appreciate going home to a warm house.
Last year we had so much rain. It was really hard. Lots of sucky days.
My Altras I started out with didnât have enough padding, so I switched to Speedgoats for the cushion. I started out with waterproof Speedgoat mids. They stayed waterproof for 2 or 3 hundred miles, then they lost their waterproof qualities. Water still went in the top though in hard rain. So I didnât bother with waterproof Speedgoats when I replaced them.
I constantly walked through deep mud and puddles that went over the top of the shoes so they were just wet.
Deeper running water at least gets some of the mud out of your shoes and socks though.
Oh rinse out your muddy socks in the sink 20 to 30 times before washing them with your other clothes. It is the only way to get out all the mud. If you donât, they will get sour and smellâŠmy socks and shoes reeked until I figured that out. I also washed out my shoes really good with a hose every chance I got. They were wet anyway so at least the were clean and wet.
Oh that sounds awful. Thanks for sharing all these morsels of good info. Will definitely try it all.
What about waterproof socks?
We just got them, but have not had rain since. Will report back if they work.
When you come back to Paris, you'll have to join Ăle-de-France Walks -- a mixed group of French and English speakers that go for day-hikes in the Paris area.
Oh wow. I love this. Is there a Facebook page so I don't forget?
Walking with cold wet feet = Big Blisters and trench (Immersion) foot .............. Waterproof can also be breathable ................ just sayin' ..............enjoy
Yep, no blisters yet and don't want to start.
Try waterproof socks, gortex better than waterproof shoes
We just got waterproof socks. Fingers crossed, but actually I am hoping for never to have rain again in the next 5 months. Ha.
I wanted to love the video, but I canât understand how eye shadow is part of a thru hike kit.
Eyeshadow? đđđ itâs all I can do to brush my teethâŠIâm definitely not wearing makeup. Have not even owned eyeshadow for over a decade as the powder kills my allergies. I do have very deep set eyes so maybe I looks like make up, but đđđđ. It is not.
Gators over your shoes is needed
I love them so much!
You guys portray the AT as if you're some kind of Columbus, exploring a whole new world kind of adventure. That place is a highway. Granted it doesn't make it that easy of a feat, you're certainly not going where no man has "gone" before.....