Caet Cash

I hiked solo from Maine to Georgia in 2014 and from Denver to Durango in 2015. I continue to log miles and slay summits in Asheville North Carolina. Come take a hike with me at Blue Ridge Hiking Company!

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Book Review: Thru and Back Again

Book Review: Thru and Back Again

4,600 Miles The longest of America's National Scenic Trails runs 4,600 miles through the North Woods of North Dakota to the High Peaks of New York.

Jun 9, 2017 : Caet Cash
Gear Review: Hoka One One Speedgoat 2

Gear Review: Hoka One One Speedgoat 2

Hikers might recognize the Hoka One One Speedgoat as the neon kicks that helped Hoka One One Athlete Karl Meltzer break the Appalachian Trail Speed

Jun 6, 2017 : Caet Cash
Book Review: Andrew Skurka’s Gear Guide: Second Edition

Book Review: Andrew Skurka’s Gear Guide: Second Edition

In a world where every budding long distance hiker has their own social media channel soliciting "expert" backpacking and gear advice, Andrew Skurka's Gear Guide presents expertly organized and credibly sourced tools, tips and tricks for backpacking and backpacking gear. Skurka's Gear Guide is the result of thousands of miles of personal adventures. Among his adventures, he is best known for his premier of the Great Western Loop, the Alaska Yukon Expedition, and his winter traverse of the Sea-to-Sea Route.

Apr 8, 2017 : Caet Cash
Ultralight Backpacking 103: The Skill Set

Ultralight Backpacking 103: The Skill Set

The following series on ultralight backpacking is brought to you by Gossamer Gear, a leading UL gear manufacturer since 1998. Gossamer Gear is a

Dec 26, 2016 : Caet Cash
Ultralight Backpacking 102: The Gear Guide

Ultralight Backpacking 102: The Gear Guide

The following series on ultralight backpacking is brought to you by Gossamer Gear, a leading UL gear manufacturer since 1998. Gossamer Gear is a

Dec 19, 2016 : Caet Cash
Ultralight Backpacking 101: A Psychological and Emotional Guide

Ultralight Backpacking 101: A Psychological and Emotional Guide

The following series on ultralight backpacking is brought to you by Gossamer Gear, a leading UL gear manufacturer since 1998. Gossamer Gear is a

Dec 16, 2016 : Caet Cash
Review: Gossamer Gear The One UL Shelter

Review: Gossamer Gear The One UL Shelter

Full Featured. 19.5 Ounces. Since 2004 gear manufacturer Gossamer Gear has created the lightest and most efficient gear ultralight for

Aug 9, 2016 : Caet Cash
Gear Review: Hyperlite Mountain Gear Flat Tarp

Gear Review: Hyperlite Mountain Gear Flat Tarp

The Flat Tarp. Probably the single most impressive piece of gear in the ultralighter's pack. There is no single right way to set it up. No

Jul 1, 2016 : Caet Cash
Who was the First Female Thru Hiker?

Who was the First Female Thru Hiker?

Perhaps you've seen this post shared on a hiking or camping Facebook page. With an audience of 45,000 folks and 33,000 shares, it has been spread

Mar 31, 2016 : Caet Cash
Gear Review: Rab Continuum Down Hoodie

Gear Review: Rab Continuum Down Hoodie

Disclosure: The following product was donated for the purpose of review.  Introduction You won't find Rab products in your local big name hiking

Feb 24, 2016 : Caet Cash