PCT
Long Desert Miles Take an Early Physical Toll
It was entirely surreal that we were actually beginning our hike the morning we drove up to the monument. Like many NOBOs, we stayed at Scout and Frodo's the night...
Nearly a Month into the PCT
About a month in and learning every day. Since our last post, we have learned a lot about trail life. Here are the takeaways and a peek into our current...
What Works for Me: My PCT Gear List
AT 2016 vs. PCT 2018 In 2016, I thru-hiked the Appalachian Trail with an extremely heavy pack (22 pounds) and this year I am going to hike the Pacific Crest...
Thru-Hiking Is the Best Kind of Emotional Roller-Coaster
When you're on a long-distance hike, a fantastic day can come on the heels of an absolutely terrible day. And in contrast to that terrible day, the fantastic day seems...
Hey, Ya’ll : What I’ve Been up to, Why I’m Hiking the PCT
Why I hiked the Appalachian Trail: Every thru-hiker gets the question “Why are you hiking the (insert trail name here)?” Perhaps this inquiry is easier for some and more difficult...
PCT Update 1: Mexican Border to Warner Springs
First upload. Let me know if there is anything particular you wanna hear about
Taking Stock of the First Seven Days on the Trail
What is it like to hike the Pacific Crest Trail? Here is an honest look at the first seven days and 109.5 miles. Then a few small innocent problems start...
When You’re Going Through Mosquito Hell, Keep Going
The mosquitos got bad around Christie Springs, just after Ashland, Oregon. Actually, that’s not accurate. They got bad around Hyatt Lake campground. They got biblical around Christie
Good Trail Karma.
It was my first night on trail and I was set up among 25-plus hikers in the tiny campsite next to Hauser Creek (Mile 15). I stared at the ceiling...
Training Goals: 4 Weeks Out
Earlier this week my entry to Canada permit was approved, my Ravpower 10000mAh rechargeable battery came in the mail, and I realized that all that is left to do between...