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Dylan’s UL PCT 2018 Gear List
The weeks and months leading up to the start of any long-distance hike seem never-ending. In an effort to feel connected or get some sort of
Trail Food: Steve’s Paleo Goods
I've noticed two trends over the last several years. An increase in folks interested in long distance backpacking and an increase in people caring
A Pre Thru-Hike To-Do List
The months or weeks before a thru-hike seem to pass as slow as molasses. The current state of the weather conditions outside right now do not help.
Thru Hiking Pennsylvania’s Horse-Shoe Trail
When I set the goal to thru hike the Horse Shoe trail in 2016 nearing the end of my 2,19 mile AT thru hike I never imagined a trail of 141 miles
Have a great rest of your life
To date I have written and scrapped no less than 4 drafts of this post to sum up the last year of my life. My first year as a thru hiker. To me, and
Gear Review: Montbell Colorado Parka
Circumstances of review Throughout the winter and early Spring I wore the Montbell Colorado Parka exclusively. I've worn it extensively both on and
Sorting Through 2017’s Thru-Hiker Hashtags
Trying to sort through the sea of incredible online photos is nearly impossible. In order to help us with that the millennials, or at least those
How to be a Thru-Hiking Elitist
When it comes to thru-hiking, it's absolutely imperative that everyone follows the rules (not guidelines) set by you. Here's a few tips to help you
Stability, the only thing you need to hike the AT
During my hike I tried my best to figure out what the successful thru hikers had in common. What is the difference between a person who makes it the
How I saved money to thru hike
To me the most unacceptable reason for failing to be able to complete a thru hike was and still is money. Running out of money is a