In a message dated 2/10/2001 12:25:06 PM Eastern Standard Time, WilliamEdwardKendall@msn.com writes: << It disappointments me to no end that you folks talk of washing on the trail. Real hikers don't wash till they get to town. >> Agreed, I've rinsed off a time or two, but carrry no soap. Makes those town showers, oh so good! Sly