
Nicole and Alex Docta
We are a hiking/ traveling/ blogging team from Milwaukee, WI. We started our A.T. thru-hike in 2013 as a belated honeymoon. Alex succeeded (because he is a crazy ultra-runner) but Nicole lost too much weight and has NH and ME to complete. Nicole now has old-lady knees, and Alex continues to to get better at long-distance running!
Posts
Gear Review: C2 Women’s Elite Half Zip Wool and Performance Tights
Oh the weather outside is frightful But the fire is so delightful But since I want to hike outside I need the right gear for the snow! That is
Gear Review: Katadyn BeFree Water Filter
Katadyn BeFree MSRP: $39.95 Weight: 2.3 ounces (for the .6 liter capacity) I recently got to test the Katadyn BeFree Water Filtration System
Protecting Agaisnt Zika and Other Insect Borne Diseases
With the World Health Organization (WHO) declaring the Zika virus an international public health emergency and no vaccine to prevent contracting the
Gear Review: Hanz Tap Knit Waterproof Touchscreen Gloves
Seeing as it is summer in Salt Lake City and this is a winter product, I was met with a challenge both in terms of practicality and ego. Luckily,
Gear Review: Bergans Down Light
It's finally winter! At least it is in Salt Lake City where we got a few feet of snow the last couple weeks. I have been eager to try out my Bergans
Gear Review: Hoka One One Speedgoat and Tor Ultra Hi
The Hoka One One Tor Ultra Hi is part of their debut lineup of shoes that transition the brand from running into the world of hiking and backpacking.
Review: Source Hydration Reservoirs: Ultimate Hydration System and Divide Hydration System
Source shipped us two of their newest hydration bladders and wanted us to check them out. I'm not gonna lie, as a long distance hiker, right off the
Vitchelo vs. Black Diamond Storm
A headlamp is a great thing to have for those late night potty breaks. There is nothing worse than having to go to the bathroom outside in the dark!
Review: GSI Outdoors Pinnacle Dualist & Snow Peak Titanium 450 Mug
How many different pots, pans, platters, dishes, glasses, and utensils did you use for Thanksgiving? I bet it was a lot! You can't carry nearly
Your Ultimate Guide to Camp Stove and Fuel Options
In line with my last post about How Much Food Appalachian Thru-Hikers Should Be Eating, this post is all about FIRE! Well, it is indirectly about