Review
Gossamer Gear Skala 38 Review
A bare bones frameless backpack for the ultralight enthusiast, the Gossamer Gear Skala 38 is a thoughtfully designed, readily available solution that can be used for everything from overnighters to
TA Day 0: River Crossing Training
Plan, prep, practice One of the things I’ve been worrying most about for my thru-hike along Te Araroa (TA) is river crossings. Sure I’ve done my fair share of streams...
Nitecore NU25 MCT UL Headlamp Review
The Trek calls the Nitecore NU25 the all-around best headlamp for thru-hikers, prized for its low weight, bright beam and long-lasting battery. The third-gen NU25 MCT UL, released in March...
My Secret Weapon Against Blisters on Trail? Hiking in Toe Socks
This is a sponsored post brought to you by Injinji. My first introduction to toe socks was on the Appalachian Trail in 2021. Someone at a shelter was demonstrating their...
Nemo Tensor Trail Ultralight Sleeping Pad Review
When it comes to sleeping pads, hikers prioritize comfort, weight, and packability. I’ve slept on countless sleeping pads over the years, and it seems like you can never check all...
Book Review: Tales from the Trail – Stories from the Oldest Hiker Hostel on the Appalachian Trail
Most AT thru-hikers and even some sectional hikers have probably spent a night or two sleeping and showering at the Hiker Hostel of The Presbyterian Church of the Mountain in...
CDT Days 84-99: Northern Montana
Johnson Lake to Helena The Northern Montana section of the CDT began with a 1,200 ft. climb on day 84. It brought us to Warren Lake, which for my money,...
Halfway Highlights
I’m halfway into this beautiful journey! Taking things one step at a time, building friendships, having a supportive home base, believing that the trail will provide, and wanting it more...
CDT= Cinnamon Delicious Treat
What's your favorite town food? Are you a pizza fiend? Perhaps a taco king? I have a few friends who love fish tacos. But me, I'm a cinnamon roll queen....
2000 Miles Together – my thoughts
If you want to know what the book was about, read the blurb on Goodreads or wherever you prefer to buy books. There is already a full-blown review here on...
