[pct-l] Weight question

[Eric]

But not packweight - this one is querying those experienced thru-hikers:

Is it better to put on some bodyfat before hiking the trail?  I can gain and
lose weight pretty easily, so I was wondering if people found it was better
to lose weight to have less to cart around on the trail, or to gain a bit of
fat they could then burn off while hiking and not be as hungry/rely on if
they didn't have enough food.

Thoughts? Opinions?

Thanks!

Regards,
Eric

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