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Gear changes from the AT to the PCT
With less than five weeks until I start the Pacific Crest Trail, I have been dialing in my base weight*, practicing setting up my tent, and packing my backpack. When...
My Favorite Way to Train for a Thru-Hike
As I prepare for my PCT thru-hike, I have been focusing on physical fitness. When I’m home in Virginia Beach, I’m in the gym every day. That’s fine, but it's...
Hi, My Name is Pistol and NO I Don’t Carry a Gun!
Hello Trek Tramily I guess it’s time for introductions. I think you can all guess my trail name from the title of this post but for anyone curious my real...
Looking West from Katahdin
The mountains around me were breathtaking but I could only see one thing. The iconic sign on the summit of Mt Katahdin was in sight. It had been a long...
My Approach
Since everyone approaches thru-hiking a little differently, I thought it might be helpful to share my approach. I imagine some folks will be following my hike with an eye to...
Calendar-Year Triple Crown — My “Plan”
About the Calendar-Year Triple Crown (CYTC) The Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, and Continental Divide Trail are collectively known as the "Triple Crown" of hiking, so the Calendar-Year
Top 5 Reasons I’m Glad I Hiked the AT Before Hiking the PCT
Which long trail should you hike first? Here are the top reasons why I'm glad I hiked the AT before the PCT.
The 15 Best Long-Distance Trails in the US
When it comes to hiking long distances, there are countless trails to choose from. The US alone offers hundreds of unique hiking experiences with every kind of natural setting you...
8 Reasons the AT is the Easiest Triple Crown Trail for First-Time Thru-Hikers
Thru-hiking the AT, PCT, or CDT is hard, but which one is easiest? Here are 8 reasons why first-time thru-hikers should choose the AT.
Chapter 14: PCT Week 12: “Prismatic Mammoth”
Chapter 14: Week 12: “Prismatic Mammoth” Days 78-84: 5/22-5/28/22 Total Trail Miles: 60.30 Total GPS Recorded Miles: 75.67 Cumulative Trail Miles: 942.50 From: Silver Pass to Yosemite