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A Backpacker Travels on his Stomach
Since my wife gave her blessing, I've spent a lot of time trolling the aisles of my grocery store trying to identify foods that readily translate to the trail. Breakfast,...
Updates On This Whole Getting Ready To Walk 2,190 Miles Thing
So it's been a hot minute since I've posted a blog. Life has been crazy busy. This whole preparing to walk 2,190 miles thing is kinda time consuming. I guess...
To Carry or Not to Carry a Firearm on the AT
Incoming! Last night I was laying in bed watching a movie on the hard drive when I heard, well more like felt, the first THUD. Hmmm, I thought to myself,...
My PCT Gear Closet: Hoka ONE ONE Shoe Review
The shoes were very comfortable and lightweight, and quite breathable. They did feel strange when I first walked with them; my feet seemed to rock heel to toe more. The...
For AT Hikers of a “Certain Age”.
To Train or Not to Train? I've been reading some forum discussions about how to get physically and mentally ready for a through hike of the AT. It's pretty amazing how wide the...
Things I’ve Learned From The AT
Semi-Profound/Insignificant Thoughts from "Dos Equis" I’ve been home for a couple of weeks now, getting ready for the Christmas holidays and slowly re-entering society. My trail name was Dos Equis,
A Versatile Thru-Hiker Gift for $5
It’s December 21 and you’ve yet to go holiday shopping. If you’re like me, you’re hoping to get a thoughtful gift but also keep it on the cheap. Help! Lucky...
Like Your Own Hike
You and you alone define the conditions that dictate the experience of your thru hike. Until your feet finally hit the trail it's impossible to envision what it's actually going...
Pre-Trail Holiday Dangers
So, we are up here in New Hampshire for the holidays! We are lucky enough to have some amazing weather(which will be great for getting some hiking in), as well...
The History of Mount Washington
How did a mountain with the worst weather in the world come to be such a tourist destination? Why did this happen? To answer your questions, and more, let’s dive...