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Bob Stewart Benton MacKaye Trail (GA, TN, NC) Unsupported In progress

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  • tbenthompson:
    Yeah, I guess there are three definitions then: "exact trail", "ridge line", "main peaks". I think I've mistakenly referred to the "main peaks" version as "ridgeline" before, which is not quite right. The "ridge line" one is funny because by that… read more »
  • Jack Kuenzle:
    Just on Little Monroe: In my mind, the reason Little Monroe was never mentioned was because no one conceived you could do a Presi and just chop Little Monroe. Every other summit could be chopped and you could save time. If you hit Monroe and… read more »
  • Sam Kottoor:
    Thanks Sarah!! Yes, I look forward to the starry nights :) 
  • tbenthompson:
    Thanks so much Jordan! I'll spell out my thoughts below. None of this is to say that I'd be upset or object if the community decides on a different path. As I've said before (even on this comment thread back in 2019!!), I'd argue for a view of the… read more »
  • Sarah Estrella:
    Desert nights are magical! I'll be following your tracks! Good luck!