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Hiker Hobble and a Double Zero
On Tuesday, I hobbled the last 16 miles to the highway 26 road crossing. Full of relief and joy, I stuck my thumb out and was passed only by...
Trailcation in Durango: A Mental and Physical Reset
After seven zeroes in the lovely, nearly engulfed in smoke, town of Durango I am ready to get back out on that dirt path. While my shin does not feel...
A Place Called Convalescence
It's not on trail or in town, it's a place called convalescence, and it's a strange and somewhat difficult place to be. It's that place you have to go when...
Being a Hiker with Chronic Injuries
Living with Pain and Not Giving Up We put our faith in our doctor's ability to fix us when we are hurt, but what happens when they can't fix you?...
Examining the Thru-Hiker Dropout Rate: Survey Results
Ever since Zach Davis wrote Appalachian Trials and started the blog that became The Trek, our purpose has been to help long-distance backpackers reach their goals. In the past, our surveys have
Timing Quitting Failing … Winning?
A few days before I was set to run the Marine Corps Marathon in 2011, my cousin, Ken, flew out to D.C from Chicago to join me for the race....
Doctor Appointment…NEW Info
I'm crushed. After an initial call from the Doctor, I wasn't supposed to have surgery...now I have a few surgeries planned over the next few months. To make a long...
How You Should Really Handle Injuries and Illness on Trail
Today I want to take some time to run through some scenarios, and discuss what hikers really should do when dealing with injuries or illness while out on a trail....
What Blazes do we Follow Now?
I haven't posted a trail update here in over 400 miles, but we did keep hiking! Heck, I'm 400 miles behind on our personal blog too, but whatever. The point...
