There is a tradition at kickoff & amongst hikers to give each other trail names. It's usually a name that fits your personality or based on something you do. Being given a trail name is part of the whole experience of hiking the PCT. So I have a dilemma of sorts. When I told my hiking partner about trail names, he gave me one. It fits, it brings back a lot of memories, & since my partner & friend can't go I'm sentimental about it. On the other hand I want to embrace the whole experience of the PCT, including being given a trail name. So what to do? I think I shall introduce myself by the name given me, 'Helicopter'. If I get to keep it great; if my fellow hikers change it...
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I'd look at it this way: use the name as it means something special to you, and every time you hear that nickname, it'll be like they are with you in spirit sharing your experiences.
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