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Albania from North to South
Albania was a big question mark on our itinerary. Under a communist dictatorship until the end of the 1980s, the country was one of the most closed off in the...
Gear Review: Sea to Summit Flame UL Women’s 15-Degree Sleeping Bag
The Sea to Summit / Flame UL Women's (15°) is a warm, ultralight mummy bag. There are no unnecessary features like mat attachments or extra zippers. Instead, it is made...
Pride is the Heaviest Thing You Don’t Know You’re Carrying
My pack was too heavy. My midsection was too puffy. But what happens when the heaviest thing you're carrying with you on a thru-hike is your pride?
Wetfoot & Arry, Vol. 23, Days 52 & 53: Rock Gardens and Pizza
Day 52: 14.5 miles It rained tonight. I wasn't expecting that. But it's ok. I can't believe how fast we are cruising through Vermont. 15 mile days seem to take...
The Thru-Hiker’s Sustainable Shopping Gift Guide 2019
The following is a sponsored post brought to you by REI Each year we see an increased focus on sustainability through material sourcing, streamlining the manufacturing process, and political
In the End, It Was All About the People
I've been wanting to do a final summary post about my hike for a while. However, I've been unable to think of a way to summarise it. I tried to...
14 States in 14 Weeks
Thru-hiking the Appalachian trail is a slightly insane challenge to take on for anyone. Going solo on this journey is another challenge for me. Now I am faced with a...
Kennedy Meadows South to Casa De Luna: In Which I Try to Get Caught Up on Blogging
If I had to describe my PCT experience in one word, I'd probably say humbling. I wouldn't say I went in overly cocky or arrogant, but I certainly didn't come...
Manhattan’s Before-and-After AT Gear: Day 1 Vs. 149
On my 2019 Appalachian thru-hike, I had a mix of thrifted, hand-me-down, and new (mid-range) gear. The choices were dependent on size, style, and whether or not I was willing...
The Best Sleeping Bags for Thru-Hiking of 2019
We've established the best thru-hiking homes (tents!), how to carry them (packs!) and now it's time to choose your bed (sleeping bag) for the next five to six months of...
