16 Miles

[Porter]

Congratulations Paul, which type of sunglasses are you using?
I always use polarized when going outside, specially in the sea.

"If you're not having fun you're doing something wrong". Groucho Marx.

[jmiicustomz]

Way to go! I would die!!

To know the future is to be trapped by it

[BoomerSooner]

Cool

[antbkny]

Sounds awesome

[Old Geezer]

Sounds like a great day. A good hike is a great way to clear the mind and relax.

[TK-710]

20 miles no problem! Just remember to drink water, change your socks and take Motrin. I learned in the Army if you do those three things nothing can hurt you and if something does hurt you you were obviously not doing one of those often enough.

[TheVTCGuy]

Originally Posted by OmegaJJH

Wow, well done Paul.

I do a lot of hiking in the UK but can assure you as spectacular as the Lake District / Wales are, the sun & sky NEVER look like that!

Very jealous!!

James, I hope one day we can practice our hobby together, either in your country or mine

Originally Posted by swatty

Well done Paul.
Do you hike alone or with a group ?

Always alone. Yeah, I know, you're not supposed to, but I go in to the mountains to get AWAY from people. Also, don't have to worry about how the other person is feeling, or if they want to extend or cut short the trip, rest, eat etc. I carry an abundance of safety equipment with me, too much in fact. A multi tool, lots of water, medical kit, emergency kit with bivey, tools, space blanket, GPS, food, I even have a one-man tent! But most importantly a PLB, Personal Locator Beacon. This satellite distress beacon when activated will send out an SOS and notify Rangers I am in trouble, could very well save my life

Originally Posted by Rebel

What watch do you wear when you hike?

Garmin Epix (GPS).

Originally Posted by Rich Mickol

Congrats Paul Anything else out there with you on the trail, i.e. snakes, critters, scorpions, etc, etc......

There are all kinds of critters out there, including Mountain Lions! It is unfortunate, but about 10 years ago a hiker was actually killed by one, incidentally, very close to where I took that picture! VERY rare, but I carry pepper spray, not sure it will do any good to a 200 pound lion, but makes me feel better. The only large animal I saw yesterdy was a deer; got very close to it too.

Originally Posted by Porter

Congratulations Paul, which type of sunglasses are you using?
I always use polarized when going outside, specially in the sea.

"If you're not having fun you're doing something wrong". Groucho Marx.

Maui Jim's

Originally Posted by JES77

20 miles no problem! Just remember to drink water, change your socks and take Motrin. I learned in the Army if you do those three things nothing can hurt you and if something does hurt you you were obviously not doing one of those often enough.

Thanks! And I agree with everything you said. Thinking I might go 18 next one then for 20. Or maybe I'll shoot for the 20 right off. We will see!

[locutus49]

In my area of San Diego it was sunny yesterday but overcast today. Congrats on your hike.

[123Blueface]

Congrats!
You do realize posting that picture of yourself just gave Jocke new material, right?

[Gaijin]

This is good stuff. Cheers to you Paul. I struggle to walk to the store or the bus stop after knee surgeries.

[Johny]

Hi Paul

google the West Highland Way. I think that you would enjoy it.

[OmegaJJH]

Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

James, I hope one day we can practice our hobby together, either in your country or mine

Deal! I'd really like that

Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

Always alone. I go in to the mountains to get AWAY from people. Also, don't have to worry about how the other person is feeling, or if they want to extend or cut short the trip, rest, eat etc.

Errr....

Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

There are all kinds of critters out there, including Mountain Lions!

hmmm

[Gharddog03]

Awesome!! Keep that heart pumping!!