Steve Combs

Howdy 👋! I’m Steve- a husband, Dad, Grandpa, Ultrarunner, Hiker, Fisherman and lover of the outdoors from Central VA! I’ll be thru-hiking the A.T., the Lord willin’, in ‘25! Come along with me on my journey as I prepare, set off and write about my 2198 mile walkabout! Keep smilin’!

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Mi Casa Es….. Mi Casa, aka Test Pitch

Mi Casa Es….. Mi Casa, aka Test Pitch

The One, left side view The One, front view The One, right side view T-minus 47 days to go-time! I’ve been internally debating the

Jan 30, 2025 : Steve Combs
My Why, Act II…..The Lighter Side

My Why, Act II…..The Lighter Side

Why I want to hike the A.T. and random ramblings….. I love poison ivy. I love sneks (I really do). I like pooping in the woods. I like

Nov 27, 2024 : Steve Combs
My “Why” (the serious why)

My “Why” (the serious why)

I posted this several weeks ago to explain why I love running so much, but as I continue to prepare for my upcoming A.T. thru-hike, it

Nov 23, 2024 : Steve Combs
Planning and strategery…….

Planning and strategery…….

How much does a packet of instant oatmeal weigh? How about a chocolate protein bar? A dehydrated meal, repacked? How many calories in each? How

Nov 13, 2024 : Steve Combs