gear
My AT resolution: No gear shaming
Reminding myself that obsessing over weight is fun, but not the point of being outside! I pledge to embrace all hikers, whether they’re rocking an ultralight setup or a decades-old...
Let’s Talk AT Gear!
The closer I get to starting my AT thru hike, the more I get asked about what gear I'm taking for this or that. I love gear talk so I...
My Pacific Crest Trail Gear Setup
In this blog, I’ll share some of the gear I’m planning to bring on the PCT. You can check out my almost complete gear list here, which includes weights, costs,...
I Have A Permit–What Now?
After the stress of figuring out the permit process, worrying about whether or not you'll snag one and then the giant sigh of relief when you get that sweet confirmation...
Ask Me Anything – Day 17 (mile 111/211)
Aware my trek posts have been mostly moodring rambles so far! Ask me anything about the hike? "Preparation"? Gear? Cuisine? The mental game of hiking? Etc? Pop your question in...
Wonderland Trail Thru-Hike Gear List
Gear List for Thru-Hiking the Wonderland Trail: These are my gear choices for the Wonderland Trail—a meticulously curated selection of gear from my closet of well-loved gear,
Hiker Introduction: Wheezy Rabbit & The Wonderland Trail 2024
Hiker Introduction: Wheezy Rabbit: My name is Shannon (aka Wheezy Rabbit). I am a Colorado Trail thru-hiker, AT section hiker, rock climber, trail runner, artist, outdoor professional, and
Gr5 Gear List
Only a few days till I leave. The tension rises. My food has been delivered to my mom's. And all my gear is finally collected and ready to be packed....
Husky Hiking: Holy Mother of Learning Curves
Husky Hiking: Holy Mother of Learning Curves Basecamp and I after hiking Mount Quandary, a 14er near Breckenridge, CO. My wife (Basecamp aka Marie) and I (Yeti Legs...
From Work Boots to Trail Runners (Soon!)
My last week of work started like most do... alarm, struggle, wake up. Before I know it, I am climbing stairs to an unfinished unit that was turned into our...