Nah, I'm with you – it is a bit quiet at the moment. I don't say all that much, but on here reading once or twice a day just checking the developments.Got to admit, it is almost an obsession at this point.

QUOTE(Jan @ 9 Nov 2009, 12:43 PM) [snapback]10940[/snapback]Goal 2010,I'm a 27 year old female and I did Kokoda alone in August this year. I had originally planned to do it with my brother but like your Dad, he had to undergo a knee reconstruction. I wasn't sure if I could do it by myself, and like you, I was worried about not having someone there…[Read more]

QUOTE(peterh13 @ 3 Oct 2009, 04:03 AM) [snapback]10583[/snapback]when you say going alone,,do you mean a solo trek with out guides and a porter,,or just without your old man?????Sorry Peter, I just meant without the old man. Would, without a doubt, be going with a trekking company (thinking this one actually).I've been going over and over this…[Read more]

QUOTE(Brian @ 10 Aug 2009, 02:59 PM) [snapback]9971[/snapback]HiThis is correct you can claim GST back BUT to the best of my knowledge you have to remain out of the country with the items purchased for I think it is three months to be able to do. Also I believe as you are a resident here and not a visitor you will not be able to use the time until…[Read more]

Thanks guys for the advice. I knew that just wasn't right.I am seriously considering a porter but with 9 more months before I go, I figure no need to make decision just yet.As a side note, what size pack did you have for the day pack and general pack?