
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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Gear Review: Brooks Caldera 4 Trail Running Shoe
Do you love the trail but your knees don't? You're not alone. Whether your joint pain stems from a chronic condition, injury recovery, or just long
Gear Review: Brooks Divide Trail-Running Shoe
Brooks trail-running shoes are a staple on long-distance hiking trails. Brooks trail runners hold steady as the fourth most popular thru-hiking
Gear Review: Brooks Caldera 3
The Brooks Caldera trail runner is the lighter and more cushioned cousin of the classic Brooks Cascadia trail runner. I spotted the maximum
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.
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
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.
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
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
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
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