:agree:
We were there 2 weeks ago when we did the BRP from Cherokee to Skyline drive in Virginia. Due to it being in the 80's in the afternoon, I wore my mesh jacket. Needless to say, I had to make a stop by KMart and pick up a sweat shirt for those upper 50 degree mornings at the higher elevations. I could have made it fine, but why suffer. Lesson learned.
I will have my tritex jacket with liner, freezeout gear, and rain suit. That should have me prepared for anything above 35 degrees. I also need to remember that the F3T (even with my taller shield) does not protect like my RT. Either way, I will be ready and just happy to be there. Plus, there is always a Walmart and KMart in Waynesville and good old dependable Dollar General for those last minute needs.