I have spent my lifetime chasing big rapids, mayfly hatches and whistling wings. I was the kid who grew up in the outdoors away from video games and TV. As a youth I spent time hiking the trails of PA including the AT. I was the kind of kid with the full length map of the AT on my wall growing up. I finally took control of my life and thru hiked the AT in 2016. It opened up my eyes to so many new and exciting things and helped me to develop a better understanding of the world, and more importantly, myself.
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Montbell Convertible Rainpants
Shortly before my departure on my thru hike I decided I needed to cut some more weight from my pack. This is always a great idea in my mind. I had
Milestones and memories – First Trail Update
17 days ago I was fortunate enough to stand at a place most folks only dream about. At nearly 2 pm on April 5th I stood quietly anxious at Springer
My AT Gear List
I have obsessively researched all of my gear for the past 14 months when I committed to myself I would thru hike the AT. Prior to that I typically
You’re taking a gun, right?
Most folks who announce their intentions to thru hike the AT get asked the same series of questions. But I keep getting one in particular. It's
Finding the sweet spot
There's an ever expanding aspect of thru hiking that has directly connected us to the rest of the real world. Technology has brought the world to us
Gear Review: Montbell Torrent Flier Jacket
Over the past so many years I have bought a new rain jacket pretty much every year. I typically spend about $100 on a lightweight waterproof
How to be part of a thru hikers hike
Most of the posts you will find on this site are directed specifically towards hikers. This is a post will be a little different in that's directed
Gear Review: Vargo TiFusion Slag Short Sleeve
In an effort to get the biggest impact in the shortest time period I put the Vargo TiFusion Slag short sleeve through the ringer. Not like old
Gear Review: Vargo Titanium BOT
Vargo has created quite a name for themselves in the hiking and specifically ultra light community. For good reason. This product being one of
Gear Review: Montbell EX Light Down Anorak
In my world there are 2 seasons. Hoodie season and not hoodie season. Hoodies are probably the most comfortable garment most of us have