Trail Tales - Thru-Hiking & Backpacking

5 Reasons Why You SUCK at Hiking! Oct 24, 2024

James Appleton of the 46 of 46 podcast AND Seek to do More joins me! James is an avid hiker and guide in the Adirondacks, and has a coaching program designed to help hikers "break free from MEDIOCRITY" and perform their best on and off the trail. In this episode James goes through 5 reasons why you may be falling short of reaching your hiking goals.

Seek To Do More: https://seektodomore.com/
James' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesappleton46/
46 of 46 Podcast: https://46of46.com/

For guest/episode ideas, listener feedback, sponsorships, or business inquiries reach out to: trailtalespod@gmail.com

My Gear spreadsheet: https://lighterpack.com/r/9qjh18

BIG FOUR 🤘 Backpack: https://ula-equipment.9xrw.net/x9oX1x
My FAVORITE Tent: https://zpacks.com/products/plexsolo-tent?aff=99
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This show notes contains affiliate links, which means if you click on one of the product links, I'll receive a small commission at no cost to you. This helps support the podcast and allows me to continue to make episodes like this. Thank you for the support!

This Appalachian Trail Hiker proved me WRONG & Humiliated me🚨 Oct 03, 2024

ISuckAtHiking is BACK on the show, and this time he offically carries the title of Appalachian Trail thru hiker. In our previous episode, I expressed concern about whether Michael would be able to thru hike the Appalachian Trail with his dog, but he proved me wrong! We talk all about that and more in this fantastic episode. Congrats Michael!

Michael's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ISuckatHiking/

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My Gear spreadsheet: https://lighterpack.com/r/9qjh18

BIG FOUR 🤘 Backpack: https://ula-equipment.9xrw.net/x9oX1x
My FAVORITE Tent: https://zpacks.com/products/plexsolo-tent?aff=99
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OTHER SLEEPING STUFF 💤
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Trowel: https://amzn.to/3CL0Ys6
Shoulder Pocket for Backpack: https://ula-equipment.9xrw.net/kjAQm0

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The DARK SIDE of "Vanlife" that NOBODY talks about (with Baker Bokorney) Sep 26, 2024

Okay, maybe a decent amount of people talk about it but hey... we're gonna talk about it too! Baker is back on the show and we talk all about how him and his wife recently moved into a van full time. They will be spending the forseeable future traveling around hiking, camping, and living it up in the great outdoors. BUT, is vanlife really as glamorus as it sounds?! How easy will it be for them to pull it off?!

For guest/episode ideas, listener feedback, sponsorships, or business inquiries reach out to: trailtalespod@gmail.com

My Gear spreadsheet: https://lighterpack.com/r/9qjh18

BIG FOUR 🤘 Backpack: https://ula-equipment.9xrw.net/x9oX1x
My FAVORITE Tent: https://zpacks.com/products/plexsolo-tent?aff=99
Sleeping Pad: https://amzn.to/35rlMIw

OTHER SLEEPING STUFF 💤
Pillow: https://amzn.to/3he3mgX

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Stove: https://amzn.to/3simgd1
Cook Pot: https://amzn.to/3LSjqmJ
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ELECTRONICS 🔌
Power Bank: https://amzn.to/3t4fDds
Headlamp: https://amzn.to/3M9yrke
Wall Plug: https://amzn.to/3pa3JNJ

MISCELLANEOUS 🤘
Trekking Poles: https://amzn.to/3hqT39n
Ultralight Knife: https://amzn.to/3t0m3dL
Trowel: https://amzn.to/3CL0Ys6
Shoulder Pocket for Backpack: https://ula-equipment.9xrw.net/kjAQm0

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I FAILED the Pacific Crest Trail AGAIN (3 years in a row now) Sep 20, 2024

This is what I've been up to, why the show has been paused, AND the story of how I failed the Pacfic Crest Trail for third year in a row.

Video of us running Chase Rapids: https://youtu.be/bEQmHQPATNI/

Watch Trail Tales on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@trailtalespod/

For guest/episode ideas, listener feedback, sponsorships, or business inquiries reach out to: trailtalespod@gmail.com

My Gear spreadsheet: https://lighterpack.com/r/9qjh18

BIG FOUR 🤘 Backpack: https://ula-equipment.9xrw.net/x9oX1x
My FAVORITE Tent: https://zpacks.com/products/plexsolo-tent?aff=99
Sleeping Pad: https://amzn.to/35rlMIw

OTHER SLEEPING STUFF 💤
Pillow: https://amzn.to/3he3mgX

FOOD & WATER 🍴
Filter: https://amzn.to/3pfZ25j
Stove: https://amzn.to/3simgd1
Cook Pot: https://amzn.to/3LSjqmJ
Spork: https://amzn.to/3shROja
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MISCELLANEOUS 🤘
Trekking Poles: https://amzn.to/3hqT39n
Ultralight Knife: https://amzn.to/3t0m3dL
Trowel: https://amzn.to/3CL0Ys6
Shoulder Pocket for Backpack: https://ula-equipment.9xrw.net/kjAQm0

This show notes contains affiliate links, which means if you click on one of the product links, I'll receive a small commission at no cost to you. This helps support the podcast and allows me to continue to make episodes like this. Thank you for the support!

5 Controversial Appalachian Trail Opinions w/ Taylor the 'Nahamsha' Hiker Jul 18, 2024

Go check out our sponsor Garage Grown Gear and get yourself some awesome UL gear! https://www.garagegrowngear.com/collections/ultralight-backpacking-gear-accessories Taylor the Nahamsha Hiker joins the show for our very first in person interview! Coming to you from Appalachian Trail Days, we talk CONTROVERSIAL Appalachian Trail opinions, and much much more!

Taylor the Nahamsha Hiker on YouTube: @TaylortheNahamshaHiker

Taylor the Nahamsha Hiker on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nahamsha.hiker/

My TOP FIVE favorite gear items from Garage Grown Gear:

- Mayfly Nymph Camp Shoes: https://www.garagegrowngear.com/products/nymph-by-mayfly-ultralight-equipment?_pos=1&_sid=de5a05efb&_ss=r

- Toaks 750ml Titanium pot: https://www.garagegrowngear.com/products/titanium-750ml-cup-by-toaks?_pos=1&_sid=48ca051f4&_ss=r

- Bonfus DCF stuff sacks: https://www.garagegrowngear.com/products/dcf-stuff-sacks-by-bonfus?_pos=2&_sid=0039bd19f&_ss=r

- Enlightened Equipment Enigma Quilt: https://www.garagegrowngear.com/products/enigma-quilt-by-enlightened-equipment?_pos=1&_sid=9e20c6b03&_ss=r

- Alpha Hoody by LEVE Outdoors: https://www.garagegrowngear.com/products/alpha-90-hoody-by-leve-outdoor-co?_pos=1&_sid=8cf3cc10a&_ss=r

Edited by: https://www.youtube.com/@luke_mckay/

For guest/episode ideas, listener feedback, sponsorships, or business inquiries reach out to: trailtalespod@gmail.com

My Gear spreadsheet: https://lighterpack.com/r/9qjh18

BIG FOUR 🤘 Backpack: https://ula-equipment.9xrw.net/x9oX1x
My FAVORITE Tent: https://zpacks.com/products/plexsolo-tent?aff=99
Sleeping Pad: https://amzn.to/35rlMIw

OTHER SLEEPING STUFF 💤
Pillow: https://amzn.to/3he3mgX

FOOD & WATER 🍴
Filter: https://amzn.to/3pfZ25j
Stove: https://amzn.to/3simgd1
Cook Pot: https://amzn.to/3LSjqmJ
Spork: https://amzn.to/3shROja
Water Storage: https://amzn.to/3sinBk3

CLOTHING 👔
Shorts: https://amzn.to/3sdiQrL
Socks: https://amzn.to/3M2nPUi
Rain Jacket: https://amzn.to/3JPMBoy
Down Jacket: https://amzn.to/3UrHG2Q

ELECTRONICS 🔌
Power Bank: https://amzn.to/3t4fDds
Headlamp: https://amzn.to/3M9yrke
Wall Plug: https://amzn.to/3pa3JNJ

MISCELLANEOUS 🤘
Trekking Poles: https://amzn.to/3hqT39n
Ultralight Knife: https://amzn.to/3t0m3dL
Trowel: https://amzn.to/3CL0Ys6
Shoulder Pocket for Backpack: https://ula-equipment.9xrw.net/kjAQm0

This show notes contains affiliate links, which means if you click on one of the product links, I'll receive a small commission at no cost to you. This helps support the podcast and allows me to continue to make episodes like this. Thank you for the support!

MyLifeOutdoors on the most OVERRATED Gear in Backpacking! Jul 04, 2024

Go check out our sponsor Garage Grown Gear and get yourself some awesome UL gear! https://www.garagegrowngear.com/collections/ultralight-backpacking-gear-accessories/

MyLifeOutdoors joins the show for a HUGE episode! We talk about overrated backpacking gear, Steven shows how much smarter than me he is, and of course... we talk about backpacking YouTube. Fantastic guest, fantastic episode, you're gonna love it!

MyLifeOutdoors on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MyLifeOutdoors/

MyLifeOutdoors on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mylifeoutdoors/

Edited by: https://www.youtube.com/@luke_mckay/

For guest/episode ideas, listener feedback, sponsorships, or business inquiries reach out to: trailtalespod@gmail.com

My Gear spreadsheet: https://lighterpack.com/r/9qjh18

BIG FOUR 🤘 Backpack: https://ula-equipment.9xrw.net/x9oX1x
My FAVORITE Tent: https://zpacks.com/products/plexsolo-tent?aff=99
Sleeping Pad: https://amzn.to/35rlMIw

OTHER SLEEPING STUFF 💤
Pillow: https://amzn.to/3he3mgX

FOOD & WATER 🍴
Filter: https://amzn.to/3pfZ25j
Stove: https://amzn.to/3simgd1
Cook Pot: https://amzn.to/3LSjqmJ
Spork: https://amzn.to/3shROja
Water Storage: https://amzn.to/3sinBk3

CLOTHING 👔
Shorts: https://amzn.to/3sdiQrL
Socks: https://amzn.to/3M2nPUi
Rain Jacket: https://amzn.to/3JPMBoy
Down Jacket: https://amzn.to/3UrHG2Q

ELECTRONICS 🔌
Power Bank: https://amzn.to/3t4fDds
Headlamp: https://amzn.to/3M9yrke
Wall Plug: https://amzn.to/3pa3JNJ

MISCELLANEOUS 🤘
Trekking Poles: https://amzn.to/3hqT39n
Ultralight Knife: https://amzn.to/3t0m3dL
Trowel: https://amzn.to/3CL0Ys6
Shoulder Pocket for Backpack: https://ula-equipment.9xrw.net/kjAQm0

This show notes contains affiliate links, which means if you click on one of the product links, I'll receive a small commission at no cost to you. This helps support the podcast and allows me to continue to make episodes like this. Thank you for the support!

The TRUTH about Romantic Relationships on the Appalachian Trail | Beer in Beautiful Places Jun 20, 2024

Go check out our sponsor Garage Grown Gear and get yourself some awesome UL gear! https://www.garagegrowngear.com/collections/ultralight-backpacking-gear-accessories

Maddie from Beer in Beautiful Places joins the show at Trail Days to talk about all things Appalachian Trail! We talk about her Appalachian Trail regrets, how she met and started dating her boyfriend on the AT, and SO MUCH more!

Beer in Beautiful Places on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeerinBeautifulPlaces/

Check out Maddie's AT documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fEoKduoCgQ8

Edited by: https://www.youtube.com/@luke_mckay/

For guest/episode ideas, listener feedback, sponsorships, or business inquiries reach out to: trailtalespod@gmail.com

My Gear spreadsheet: https://lighterpack.com/r/9qjh18

BIG FOUR 🤘 Backpack: https://ula-equipment.9xrw.net/x9oX1x
My FAVORITE Tent: https://zpacks.com/products/plexsolo-tent?aff=99
Sleeping Pad: https://amzn.to/35rlMIw

OTHER SLEEPING STUFF 💤
Pillow: https://amzn.to/3he3mgX

FOOD & WATER 🍴
Filter: https://amzn.to/3pfZ25j
Stove: https://amzn.to/3simgd1
Cook Pot: https://amzn.to/3LSjqmJ
Spork: https://amzn.to/3shROja
Water Storage: https://amzn.to/3sinBk3

CLOTHING 👔
Shorts: https://amzn.to/3sdiQrL
Socks: https://amzn.to/3M2nPUi
Rain Jacket: https://amzn.to/3JPMBoy
Down Jacket: https://amzn.to/3UrHG2Q

ELECTRONICS 🔌
Power Bank: https://amzn.to/3t4fDds
Headlamp: https://amzn.to/3M9yrke
Wall Plug: https://amzn.to/3pa3JNJ

MISCELLANEOUS 🤘
Trekking Poles: https://amzn.to/3hqT39n
Ultralight Knife: https://amzn.to/3t0m3dL
Trowel: https://amzn.to/3CL0Ys6
Shoulder Pocket for Backpack: https://ula-equipment.9xrw.net/kjAQm0

This show notes contains affiliate links, which means if you click on one of the product links, I'll receive a small commission at no cost to you. This helps support the podcast and allows me to continue to make episodes like this. Thank you for the support!

The Uncomfortable TRUTH about Kyle Hates Hiking (did I sell out?!) Jun 06, 2024

GO check out all the new gear Garage Grown Gear just added to their collection! https://www.garagegrowngear.com/collections/new-to-garage-grown-gear

In this episode I'm joined by Levi Spangler, who is a YouTuber and editor for the Kyle Hates Hiking channel. We talk about his experiences hiking in North Carolina, and get into some 'spicy' topics concerning the work we are doing on the Kyle Hates Hiking channel. Have I sold out? What are some of the common critizisms I get after shifting my content into the mystery space? All of this and much more. Levi's channel: https://www.youtube.com/@LeviSpangler/

Edited by: https://www.youtube.com/@luke_mckay/

For guest/episode ideas, listener feedback, sponsorships, or business inquiries reach out to: trailtalespod@gmail.com

My Gear spreadsheet: https://lighterpack.com/r/9qjh18

BIG FOUR 🤘 Backpack: https://ula-equipment.9xrw.net/x9oX1x
My FAVORITE Tent: https://zpacks.com/products/plexsolo-tent?aff=99
Sleeping Pad: https://amzn.to/35rlMIw

OTHER SLEEPING STUFF 💤
Pillow: https://amzn.to/3he3mgX

FOOD & WATER 🍴
Filter: https://amzn.to/3pfZ25j
Stove: https://amzn.to/3simgd1
Cook Pot: https://amzn.to/3LSjqmJ
Spork: https://amzn.to/3shROja
Water Storage: https://amzn.to/3sinBk3

CLOTHING 👔
Shorts: https://amzn.to/3sdiQrL
Socks: https://amzn.to/3M2nPUi
Rain Jacket: https://amzn.to/3JPMBoy
Down Jacket: https://amzn.to/3UrHG2Q

ELECTRONICS 🔌
Power Bank: https://amzn.to/3t4fDds
Headlamp: https://amzn.to/3M9yrke
Wall Plug: https://amzn.to/3pa3JNJ

MISCELLANEOUS 🤘
Trekking Poles: https://amzn.to/3hqT39n
Ultralight Knife: https://amzn.to/3t0m3dL
Trowel: https://amzn.to/3CL0Ys6
Shoulder Pocket for Backpack: https://ula-equipment.9xrw.net/kjAQm0

This show notes contains affiliate links, which means if you click on one of the product links, I'll receive a small commission at no cost to you. This helps support the podcast and allows me to continue to make episodes like this. Thank you for the support!

Exposing the TRUTH about Justin Outdoor's Temu SCANDAL 💲💲 May 23, 2024

Justin Outdoors joins the show to shed some light on his recent "scandal" after taking a sponsorship for the controversial brand Temu. We talk about why he took the sponsorship, his audience's pushback, and what he's learned. We also dive into some backpacking gear talk, and Justin shares an INSANE story about being charged by a grizzly bear, and discharging his bear spray.

Justin Outdoors on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JustinOutdoors/

For guest/episode ideas, listener feedback, sponsorships, or business inquiries reach out to: trailtalespod@gmail.com

My Gear spreadsheet: https://lighterpack.com/r/9qjh18

BIG FOUR 🤘 Backpack: https://ula-equipment.9xrw.net/x9oX1x
My FAVORITE Tent: https://zpacks.com/products/plexsolo-tent?aff=99
Sleeping Pad: https://amzn.to/35rlMIw

OTHER SLEEPING STUFF 💤
Pillow: https://amzn.to/3he3mgX

FOOD & WATER 🍴
Filter: https://amzn.to/3pfZ25j
Stove: https://amzn.to/3simgd1
Cook Pot: https://amzn.to/3LSjqmJ
Spork: https://amzn.to/3shROja
Water Storage: https://amzn.to/3sinBk3

CLOTHING 👔
Shorts: https://amzn.to/3sdiQrL
Socks: https://amzn.to/3M2nPUi
Rain Jacket: https://amzn.to/3JPMBoy
Down Jacket: https://amzn.to/3UrHG2Q

ELECTRONICS 🔌
Power Bank: https://amzn.to/3t4fDds
Headlamp: https://amzn.to/3M9yrke
Wall Plug: https://amzn.to/3pa3JNJ

MISCELLANEOUS 🤘
Trekking Poles: https://amzn.to/3hqT39n
Ultralight Knife: https://amzn.to/3t0m3dL
Trowel: https://amzn.to/3CL0Ys6
Shoulder Pocket for Backpack: https://ula-equipment.9xrw.net/kjAQm0

This show notes contains affiliate links, which means if you click on one of the product links, I'll receive a small commission at no cost to you. This helps support the podcast and allows me to continue to make episodes like this. Thank you for the support!

We need to talk about the current state of Backpacking YouTube (it's just sad) May 09, 2024

Editor and producer for my channel Luke McKay joins me for a candid conversation about the backpacking niche. We answer the follow questions; What is the current state of backpacking YouTube? What can be done to take this niche to the next level? And, who are some of the creators we feel are currently pushing boundaries and making truly unique content?

Luke's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@luke_mckay

For guest/episode ideas, listener feedback, sponsorships, or business inquiries reach out to: trailtalespod@gmail.com

My Gear spreadsheet: https://lighterpack.com/r/9qjh18

BIG FOUR 🤘 Backpack: https://ula-equipment.9xrw.net/x9oX1x
My FAVORITE Tent: https://zpacks.com/products/plexsolo-tent?aff=99
Sleeping Pad: https://amzn.to/35rlMIw

OTHER SLEEPING STUFF 💤
Pillow: https://amzn.to/3he3mgX

FOOD & WATER 🍴
Filter: https://amzn.to/3pfZ25j
Stove: https://amzn.to/3simgd1
Cook Pot: https://amzn.to/3LSjqmJ
Spork: https://amzn.to/3shROja
Water Storage: https://amzn.to/3sinBk3

CLOTHING 👔
Shorts: https://amzn.to/3sdiQrL
Socks: https://amzn.to/3M2nPUi
Rain Jacket: https://amzn.to/3JPMBoy
Down Jacket: https://amzn.to/3UrHG2Q

ELECTRONICS 🔌
Power Bank: https://amzn.to/3t4fDds
Headlamp: https://amzn.to/3M9yrke
Wall Plug: https://amzn.to/3pa3JNJ

MISCELLANEOUS 🤘
Trekking Poles: https://amzn.to/3hqT39n
Ultralight Knife: https://amzn.to/3t0m3dL
Trowel: https://amzn.to/3CL0Ys6
Shoulder Pocket for Backpack: https://ula-equipment.9xrw.net/kjAQm0

This show notes contains affiliate links, which means if you click on one of the product links, I'll receive a small commission at no cost to you. This helps support the podcast and allows me to continue to make episodes like this. Thank you for the support!

7 Ultralight Backpacking Gear HACKS that stupid hikers ignore (with Baker Bokorney) Apr 25, 2024

Baker is back, and this time we are going over our favorite ultralight backpacking gear hacks, plus other interesting backpacking discussions! This one went off the rails a little bit, I'm not going to lie, but hopefully you're here for the goofs and the gags! Enjoy!

For guest/episode ideas, listener feedback, sponsorships, or business inquiries reach out to: trailtalespod@gmail.com

My Gear spreadsheet: https://lighterpack.com/r/9qjh18

BIG FOUR 🤘 Backpack: https://ula-equipment.9xrw.net/x9oX1x
My FAVORITE Tent: https://zpacks.com/products/plexsolo-tent?aff=99
Sleeping Pad: https://amzn.to/35rlMIw

OTHER SLEEPING STUFF 💤
Pillow: https://amzn.to/3he3mgX

FOOD & WATER 🍴
Filter: https://amzn.to/3pfZ25j
Stove: https://amzn.to/3simgd1
Cook Pot: https://amzn.to/3LSjqmJ
Spork: https://amzn.to/3shROja
Water Storage: https://amzn.to/3sinBk3

CLOTHING 👔
Shorts: https://amzn.to/3sdiQrL
Socks: https://amzn.to/3M2nPUi
Rain Jacket: https://amzn.to/3JPMBoy
Down Jacket: https://amzn.to/3UrHG2Q

ELECTRONICS 🔌
Power Bank: https://amzn.to/3t4fDds
Headlamp: https://amzn.to/3M9yrke
Wall Plug: https://amzn.to/3pa3JNJ

MISCELLANEOUS 🤘
Trekking Poles: https://amzn.to/3hqT39n
Ultralight Knife: https://amzn.to/3t0m3dL
Trowel: https://amzn.to/3CL0Ys6
Shoulder Pocket for Backpack: https://ula-equipment.9xrw.net/kjAQm0

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10 STUPID but Common Beginner Backpacking Mistakes (w/ Sintax77) Apr 18, 2024

Sintax77 is BACK on the show, and in this episode we're going over common beginner backpacking mistakes! The reason I'm calling these 'stupid' mistakes is because, well, I'm an idiot and I've made pretty much all of these mistakes at one point or another. Sintax77 is the man, I'm so grateful he came back on the show, and I hope you enjoy!
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i never thought something like this could happen... Apr 11, 2024

On March 3rd, 2024, my girlfriend experienced a freak accident as we started what was supposed to be an easy hike. Here's the story and what we can learn from it.

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20 Things I Wish I Knew BEFORE my Appalachian Trail Thru Hike... Mar 21, 2024

Here are 20 things I wish I'd known before I thru hiked the Appalachian Trail. From gear choices, to social choices, to personal choices, there's always room for improvement on the Appalachian Trail, and hopefully this will be able to help YOU if you're planning on hiking the Appalachian Trail in the future. Appalachian Trail.

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The Depressing TRUTH about the Pacific Crest Trail that NOBODY wants to hear… Feb 29, 2024

Frozen from Outdoor Adventures joins the show to talk about his upcoming thru hike of the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT 2024). He previously hiked the Appalachian Trail in 2019, and is now taking his talents to the Pacific Crest Trail. We talk about what he is nervous about, what gear changes he's made, and how he is planning on dealing with the depressing reality that the Pacific Crest Trail will probably catch on fire while he's out there.

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The Most OVERRATED Gear in Backpacking! Feb 22, 2024

Baker is back and in this episode we talk (and disagree) about some of the most OVERRATED types of backpacking gear on the market. At the end of the day everyone is going to have different opinions on what backpacking gear is worth taking, but hopefully this discussion between two thru hikers can help guide your own opinion. What do you think is 'cooler', hammocks or fanny packs?!

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The CULT that PREYS on Appalachian Trail Thru Hikers... Feb 15, 2024

Audrey "Glowstick" Payne joins the show to discuss the controversial Twelve Tribes hostel on the Appalachian Trail, also known as the Yellow Deli. Is this group a cult? Are they targeting Appalachian Trail hikers for recruitment? Or is it all being blown out of proportion? We also talk about Audrey's experience thru hiking the Appalachian Trail, John Muir Trail, and much more!

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Confronting Elina Osborne | The TRUTH about her time on the Pacific Crest Trail… Feb 13, 2024

Elina Osborne joins the show to discuss her Pacific Crest Trail thru hike, film-making, the Hayduke in Utah, and much more. A HIGHLY requested guest, it was fantastic to finally catch up with her.

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AT vs PCT | An IN DEPTH Comparison from a Thru Hiker (which one is better?) Feb 01, 2024

In this solo episode I do an in depth comparison between the Appalachian Trail and Pacific Crest Trail in the following categories; Weather/climate, Views and scenery, Gear differences, Difficulty (Mentally & Physically), Permits, Water, Resupply, Towns, and People. Then, at the end of the episode I tell you which trail I think is better (Appalachian Trail vs Pacific Crest Trail).

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What they DON'T tell you about hiking the Appalachian Trail... | Appalachian Adventurista Jan 25, 2024

The Appalachian Adventurista joins the show to talk all about her thru hiking of the Appalachian Trail. We talk about post trail depression, what it takes to vlog a thru hike, and at the end she shares a hilarious story about... smut?! You don't want to miss it.

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20 Tips NOBODY tells you before your first Thru Hike... Jan 11, 2024

Thru hiker Hunter Musgrove joins the show, and we go back and forth on our top thru hiking tips for first timers. From very specific hitch hiking tips, to general attitude/vibe tips, we cover it all, and sneak in plenty of stories along the way.

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A NEAR DEATH Experience on the Appalachian Trail (learn from it) | Beer in Beautiful Places Jan 04, 2024

Fresh off the Appalachian Trail, Maddie from Beer in Beautiful Places joins the show to talk about her hike on the AT, and some of the highs and lows she experienced along the way. One of the highs was floating the Shenandoah River, and one of the lows was a near death experience she had while crossing a dangerous river on the Appalachian Trail in Maine. I highly recommend you check out her channel for a refreshing perspective on thru hiking!

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The Unsettling TRUTH about Appalachian Trail Vloggers (they’re lying) | Jessika Poppe Dec 28, 2023

Appalachian Trail thru hiker Jessika Poppe is on the show to talk all about the AT, vlogging, being an "influencer" (cringe), meeting/hiking with her boyfriend on trail, and much much more. Jessika quit vlogging in the middle of her thru hike; we talk about why she did that, and we dive deep into how her and her boyfriend met at Appalachian Trail Days 2021.

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The 7 WORST Controversies DIVIDING the Hiking Community... Where do you stand? (with Baker Bokorney) Dec 20, 2023

Let's break down some of the biggest controversies in the hiking community right now. Should SOS button's REALLY be available for everyone to use? Is thru hiking with kids really a good thing? And should we be allowed to access the mountains at all? These are some of the things Baker and I wrestle with in this episode. I want to hear your thoughts on ALL of this stuff, so please leave a comment with your feedback.

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The Unspoken BEEF between Hikers and Ultrarunners… | Kristian Morgan (Appalachian Trail SOBO FKT) Dec 13, 2023

Kristian Morgan has gone for the Appalachian Trail Fastest Known Time/Speed Record FOUR times now. In 2022 he got the second fastest time in the world, and in 2023 he set the FASTEST time for the Appalachian Trail Southbound. We talk about how he achieved this, and we also stray into the more controversial topic of hikers vs ultrarunners.

Kristian's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristianultra/
Kristian's Website (Ultrarunning coaching): https://www.kristianultra.com/

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ROASTING a Naive Appalachian Trail 2024 Vlogger (will he make it?!) Dec 06, 2023

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I Suck at Hiking (Michael McInally) joins the show to discuss his 2024 Appalachian Trail Thru Hike attempt. He will be vlogging on his YouTube channel, and in this episode I gave him the chance to pick my brain about the trail. I was brutally honest in all my answers. Will he make it all the way to end of the Appalachian Trail, especially with his dog?! We will all find out soon.

Michael's channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ISuckatHiking/

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10 OVERRATED Spots on the Appalachian Trail that secretly suck (with Baker Bokorney) Nov 29, 2023

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Two Appalachian Trail thru hikers go through the 10 most overrated parts of the Appalachian Trail. It's all for fun folks, and so of course Baker Bokorney joins the show to complain about our favorite trail. Is McAfee Knob worth the hype? Is the 100-mile Wilderness really all that remote? Is Mount Washington really that special? Tune in and find out.

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Trowel: https://amzn.to/3CL0Ys6
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Fast or FOOLISH?! The Dark Truth about breaking a Fastest Known Time | Will Peterson, VT Long Trail Nov 22, 2023

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Will Peterson set the unsupported Fastest Known Time for the Vermont Long Trail in 2023. It's an incredible feat of athleticism, grit, and determination... but was it even worth it? Is an effort like this even fun, or is it just nothing but pain? What happens when someone else comes along and breaks your record? We talk about all this, and much, much more.

Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_will.peterson/

Will's Podcast 'From the Backcountry':
Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-the-backcountry/id1616882162
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0dkhShE2VGmusRdFz7MMfX?si=a9020fa4bc3249bc

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Outdoor Vitals EXPOSED: Why I DON’T use their gear + their Annoying YouTube Ads | Tayson Whittaker Nov 15, 2023

Tayson Whittaker, founder of Outdoor Vitals joins the show. After getting to know Tayson at PCT Trail Days I've come to really respect him and his company. However, I have a big problem with Outdoor Vitals gear which I confront Tayson about. I also wanted to get to the bottom of those annoying Outdoor Vitals YouTube ads we've all been seeing for years now!

Outdoor Vitals on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OutdoorVitals

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The INSANE Consequences for a Mistake in a National Park | Confronting Eric Hanson Nov 08, 2023

Eric Hanson was nearly thrown in JAIL for committing a crime in Grand Canyon National Park. What was his crime, you ask? Camping out of bounds. Yes, you read that correctly; the federal government tried to make an example out of him and get him locked up, simply because he is a public figure on TV and on YouTube. In this episode he explains the FULL STORY of what happened.

Eric Hanson has his own YouTube channel and, until recently, was the host of the TV show Epic Trails and the YouTube channel BackpackingTV. Eric Hanson on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@eric_hanson

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Exposing the Insider TRUTH about Miranda Goes Outside... Nov 01, 2023

Rainer Golden is the producer & director behind Miranda Goes Outside! In this episode we discuss WHY Miranda Goes Outside parted ways with REI, what it's like backpacking with (and working with) Miranda, and at the end Rainer shares a story that almost landed him in a Kyle Hates Hiking mystery video.

Miranda Goes Outside on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MirandaGoesOutside

Miranda Goes Outside on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mirandagoesoutside/

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Why the Hell do people STILL believe these Appalachian Trail Thru Hiking MYTHS?! Oct 25, 2023

Two Appalachian Trail thru hikers busting Appalachian Trail Thru Hiking myths, does it get any better than that?! This week I'm joined by Appalachian Trail thru hiker and editor for the Kyle Hates Hiking YouTube channel, Luke McKay. Is Pennsylvania REALLY as rocky as everyone says? Is the Appalachian Trail actually dangerous? Find out these answers and more.

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Luke's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@experienceoverthings

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The TRUTH about Taylor the Nahamsha Hiker’s Appalachian Trail Thru Hike... Oct 18, 2023

Taylor the Nahamsha Hiker is BACK on the show to tell the full story of her Appalachian Trail thru hike in 2023. Taylor the Nahamsha Hiker also hiked the Appalachian Trail in 2021, but this time around things we're a little more... humbling?! Tune in to hear the TRUTH about Taylor the Nahamsha Hiker's 2023 Appalachian Trail Thru Hike.

Taylor's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TaylortheNahamshaHiker

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3 UNDERRATED Gear Companies NOBODY knows about (yet)! | Lloyd Vogel of Garage Grown Gear Oct 11, 2023

Lloyd Vogel is the CEO and co-founder of Garage Grown Gear, an online store dedicated to selling cottage backpacking gear! In this episode we talk about the roots of Garage Grown Gear, Lloyd's top three underrated ultralight gear companies, and much more! Check out Garage Grown Gear: https://www.garagegrowngear.com/

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Hiking the CALENDAR YEAR TRIPLE CROWN with QUADZILLA Oct 04, 2023

Quadzilla joins the show to talk all about his Calendar Year Triple Crown in 2022! That's right, Quadzilla hiked the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, and Continential Divide Trail all in ONE YEAR! An incredible feat!

Quadzilla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quadzillahikes/

Quadzilla on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HappyJacksChannel

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What the HELL happened to the MISSING Hikers of the Pacific Crest Trail?! Trail of the Lost with Andrea Lankford Sep 27, 2023

Andrea Lankford wrote the book "Trail of the Lost; the Relentless Search to Bring Home the Missing Hikers of the Pacific Crest Trail." In this episode we discuss these different Pacific Crest Trail cases, the writing of Trail of the Lost, and Andrea Lankford's own thru hiking experience. A unique episode of Trail Tales for sure, and a great one.

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Why the HELL do people keep giving this Terrible Backpacking Advice? (with Baker Bokorney) Sep 20, 2023

BAKER IS BACK, in this episode we each go through some of the WORST backpacking advice we've ever heard. We even have some debate about whether or not the advice is actually bad, it's a spicy one folks. Backpacking advice can be controversial...

Helena's Instagram (thanks for the cover art!): https://www.instagram.com/helenaalgermissen.art/

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Why I QUIT the Pacific Crest Trail for the SECOND Year in a row... Sep 13, 2023

So yeah... my Pacific Crest Trail comeback story did not go as planned...

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An Important announcement about Trail Tales... Aug 02, 2023

Thanks for your patience, and I'll see you in September!

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Dan Becker talks about his HATERS, the Truth about being a YouTuber, and the ”BEEF” with Kyle Hates Hiking Jul 19, 2023

Dan Becker is FINALLY on the show! We talk about the hate he has gotten over the years, behind the scenes details of being a backpacking YouTuber... and of course, the "beef" between us dating back from when I first started my YouTube channel.

Dan Becker on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DanBecker

Dan Becker on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danbeckeroutdoors/

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EMBARRASSING Stories from the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, Vanlife & more with Baker Bokorney Jul 12, 2023

BAKER IS BACK, in this episode we jump all over the place and share stories upon stories from the Appalachian Trail and Pacific Crest Trail. We also talk about Baker's start into Vanlife, plus much more.

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Zpacks answers TOUGH Questions about their High Prices, Gear Quality, Public Lands & much more with Zpacks Marketing Director Mateo Favero Jun 28, 2023

Zpack's Director of Marketing Mateo Favero joins the show to address some common complaints that hikers have with Zpacks and their gear. We talk about their high prices, gear quality, and of course we talk about Mateo's own experience thru hiking and backpacking and working for Zpacks.

Zpacks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zpacks/

Mateo's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/B4e0YvWFzeF/

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Kelly Hays Hikes on getting EMERGENCY Surgery on the Appalachian Trail, Thru Hiking the Florida Trail, & much more Jun 21, 2023

Kelly Hays Hikes is a badass thru hiker who has taken on many of the long distance trails in the country. She hiked the Appalachian Trail in 2021, and the two of us were able to meet on the Pacific Crest Trail in 2022. She also hiked the Florida Trail this past winter, and her videos were so inspiring that it really changed my mind about that seemingly unpopular trail.

Kelly Hays YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfMHF8GPio8NAeP0loK1VmA

Kelly Hays Hikes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyhays23/

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He’s had 3 FAILED Attempts at the Appalachian Trail FKT... but he’s not giving up (Kristian Morgan) Jun 14, 2023

Kristian Morgan has attempted to set the Fastest Known Time for the Appalachian Trail three times since 2019. In 2022 he was able to capture the second fastest time in the world, but fell short of the ultimate goal. He's not giving up though, and in July of 2023 he's going for his fourth attempt... and this time, he just might get it.

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The 10 STUPIDEST Things we’ve done to go ULTRALIGHT (with Jessica Pu) Jun 07, 2023

Jessica Pu is back on the show, and we go through the 10 STUPIDEST things we've done for Ultralight Backpacking. From cutting toothbrushes, to bringing scales into Walmart to weigh camp shoes, we cover it all!

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Why the HELL would you hike the Pacific Crest Trail THREE TIMES? with Wilderbound (Ayesha Cording) May 31, 2023

Ayesha Cording (aka Wilderbound, or Heaps) joins the show to talk all about her THREE Pacific Crest Trail thru hikes! She also shares the story of how she low-key trolled me when we first met, and I didn't realize it until we recorded this episode lol. At the end she shares an epic (and scary) mountain lion story!

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MyLifeOutdoors on UNDERRATED Gear Companies, YouTube Success, & much more! May 24, 2023

Steven from MyLifeOutdoors joins the show! We talk all about his rise on YouTube, backpacking gear, and about what happens when you get a flat tire in the middle of a remote national park... with no spare to replace it.

MyLifeOutdoors on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MyLifeOutdoors

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The John Muir Trail, Colorado Trail, & a 100 Mile Ultramarathon with Chad Lubinski May 10, 2023

Thanks to CloudSplitter Coffee for sponsoring this episode! Use code 'Trail10' at https://cloudsplittercoffee.com/ for a 10% discount on your order.

Chad Lubinski joins the show to talk about his thru hikes of the John Muir Trail & Colorado Trail, and answers the question; how the f*** do you run 100 miles through the mountains?

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The 10 Commandments of ULTRALIGHT BACKPACKING (with Baker Bokorney) Apr 12, 2023

In this episode Baker and I go over the 10 COMMANDMENTS OF ULTRALIGHT BACKPACKING. According to who you might ask?? According to us obviously. Chaos and hilarity ensues.

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The Gnarliest Backpacking Trail You’ve (probably) NEVER heard of... | The Kalalau Trail Mar 29, 2023

The Kalalau Trail is intense. Most people don't think of Hawaii as being home to one of the gnarliest backpacking trips out there, but it is. The Kalalau Trail is no joke, and in this episode I'm gonna tell you everything you need to know about hiking it.

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Hiking the CALENDAR YEAR TRIPLE CROWN with Carl “Professor” Stanfield Mar 15, 2023

Carl "Professor" Stanfield hiked the calendar year triple crown in 2022, completing the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, and Continental Divide Trail all in one year. It's an incredible feat that has only been accomplished by a few people in history.

Carl's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prof_carl/

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What the HELL is up with the Continental Divide Trail?! (with CDT thru hiker Elise Ott) Mar 08, 2023

Continental Divide Trail thru hiker Elise Ott joins the show to talk all about the CDT, including the debate around which direction to hike, grizzly bears, and much much more.

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The FULL Story on how I almost QUIT the PCT... and the Woman who saved my Thru Hike (Morgan Brosnihan) Feb 22, 2023

Morgan Brosnihan is a Pacific Crest Trail thru hiker and physical therapist who literally saved my PCT hike in 2022. She runs a business called Blaze Physio, travelling up and down the PCT giving affordable and effective physical therapy to thru hikers in desperate need. It's a genius idea, this is her story.

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Asking A.I about Yellow Blazing, Ultralight, & more absurd hiking topics (with Baker Bokorney) Feb 15, 2023

This was a HILARIOUS episode folks. Baker and I test Artificial Intelligence bot ChatGPT's knowledge about thru hiking and ultralight backpacking, and have the bot generate us some hilarious stories.

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#132 | 10 REGRETS from our Pacific Crest Trail Thru Hike with Brandon Sopher Feb 08, 2023

Brandon Sopher and I met on the Pacific Crest Trail on the third day of my PCT thru hike attempt. In this episode, we go over a bunch of things we wish we had done differently on our thru hike attempts.

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#131 | How has Thru Hiking Changed you in ”Regular Life”? Featuring Jessica Pu Feb 01, 2023

Appalachian Trail and Colorado Trail thru hiker Jessica Pu and I go over some ways that thru hiking has transformed our "regular" lives outside of the trail. From food to showers to walking fast at the grocery store, and we even get into some 'deeper' changes as well.

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#130 | Miranda Goes Outside explains the FULL STORY on why she Stopped Working with REI plus much more! Jan 25, 2023

The one and only Miranda Goes Outside joins the show! We start at the beginning and hear her full story about getting into backpacking, working for REI as a content creator, and of course... why she left REI.

Miranda Goes Outside on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MirandaGoesOutside

Miranda Goes Outside on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mirandagoesoutside/

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#129 | The Most Fun Hiker on the PCT with Tristen Steele Jan 18, 2023

Tristen Steele thru hiked all over the country this year, completing large sections of the Pacific Crest Trail and Oregon Coast Trail, as well as a yo-yo hike of the Ouachita Trail. This is all impressive as it is, but even more so since he is only 18 years old! And of course... he's a huge goofball, in the best way possible.

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#128 | UNPOPULAR Thru Hiking Opinions that People Need to Hear with Baker Bokorney Jan 11, 2023

Baker is back!! We go over our Unpopular thru hiking opinions, with lots of goofs and gags along the way. What a fun episode!

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#127 | The Most Inspiring Hiker I met on the Pacific Crest Trail with CJ Cosby Jan 04, 2023

Colton "CJ" Cosby is working towards the goal of being the first Triple Crowner with cystic fibrosis. I had the pleasure of meeting CJ during my Pacific Crest Trail hike this summer, and wanted him to come on the show to share his inspiring story.

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#126 | How the Hell did we make our Pacific Crest Trail Vlogs? with Luke McKay Dec 28, 2022

AT thru hiker Luke McKay edited my Pacific Crest Trail videos this summer, and he joins the show to talk about how the hell we pulled it off, plus we talk a lot about the Appalachian Trail, embarrassing moments on trail, and much more. We recorded this episode in September, before I had re-started the show, so this was actually the first episode I had done since August of 2021.

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#125 | Hike all Night and SUFFER on the Pacific Crest Trail with Brandon Sopher Dec 21, 2022

Brandon Sopher and I met on the Pacific Crest Trail on the third day of my PCT thru hike attempt. We didn't know it at the time, but we would go on to experience some of the most fun, and most BRUTAL days of the trail together.

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#124 | The Truth about why Flossy quit the Pacific Crest Trail Dec 14, 2022

Flossy is my first guest back, and in this episode we tell the entire story of what happened to him on our Pacific Crest Trail thru hike attempt, and give a detailed look into what was going on behind the scenes that wasn't featured in any of our Pacific Crest Trail videos.

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TRAIL TALES IS BACK!!! Dec 07, 2022

THE SHOW IS COMING BACK. Every Thursday. Get pumped.

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#123 | What the HELL happened to Trail Tales... and is it coming back? I’ll tell you. Mar 28, 2022

I explain why I stopped the podcast, and explain the future of the show (yes, it has a future!!)

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#122 | You Need to hike in Colorado ASAP with Baker Bokorney Aug 17, 2021

Baker is back once again, and this time he GOES OFF on some of the insane Colorado hiking/backpacking adventures he has had. We also spend some time talking about our future PCT hikes (wink wink), and of course sprinkle plenty of jokes/nonsense throughout the episode.

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#121 | Why would anyone bother to Thru Hike in Wisconsin? Let's learn about the Ice Age Trail with Lucas Smith Aug 04, 2021

Lucas Smith has taken a, dare I say... untraditional route into the world of thru hiking. Rather than take on the Appalachian Trail or the PCT, Lucas has started his thru hiking journey by hiking the Buckeye Trail in Ohio, and the Ice Age Trail in Wisconsin. In this episode we mostly focus on the Ice Age Trail, so if you want to learn about a lesser-known trail that is still over 1,000 miles long, tune in!

Lucas's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lucas_smith072/

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#120 | My Worst Hiking Injury Ever plus Rose "Comics" Turner spills the beans about being an Appalachian Trail Shuttle Driver Jul 20, 2021

In this two-part episode I start off by talking about the worst hiking injury I've ever experienced, which happened recently while backpacking the Cranberry Lake 50 in the Adirondacks. I talk about what went wrong, what we can do to learn from it... and how much it sucked. Here's a link to the video of my hike: https://youtu.be/ggwHwgPtF7w

In part 2, the wonderful Trail Tales editor and thru hiker Rose "Comics" Turner is back for a conversation about her experience as an Appalachian Trail shuttle driver, as well as some (rare) sketchy characters that have been on the AT this year.

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#119 | Taylor the Nahamsha Hiker on CRUSHING the Appalachian Trail Jul 13, 2021

Taylor the Nahamsha Hiker is back on Trail Tales to talk all about her successful Appalachian Trail thru hike! Taylor hiked the trail in an impressive 121 days, and in this episode we talk all about it... including some of the most frequent troll comments she would receive on her videos. Taylor's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaylortheNahamshaHiker/

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#118 | Jonathan Zaherek SENDS IT in the Adirondacks during All Seasons Jul 06, 2021

Jonathan Zaherek is back on the show to talk about getting sendy in the Adirondacks. Whether it's backcountry skiing, or trail running (even on the uphills) Jonathan never holds back as he continues his quest to basically be the biggest Adirondack Hiking Nerd of all time. A special thanks to Nick Groves for popping into the conversation for a few minutes to speak about his quest to hike every mountain in the Adirondack Park that has a trail to the summit. Jonathan's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/jzaharek53/

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#117 | Basically an Entire Episode of my Audience Roasting Me with Baker Bokorney Jun 15, 2021

The last time Appalachian Trail thru hiker Baker Bokorney was on the show, we put out a call for Trail Tales listeners to send him DMs on Instagram. That was pretty much the only criteria, and 8 of you delivered. Many of the messages discussed cool/lesser known thru hikes that folks want to complete, and many of them were roasting me as well. Woohoo, enjoy 🙃 Baker's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbokorney/

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#116 | Preparing to Hike the Long Trail plus a 46 Climbs Announcement with Kolby Ziemendorf Jun 08, 2021

46Climbs co-founder Kolby Ziemendorf is back on the podcast! We talk about his Northville Placid Trail thru hike, his upcoming Vermont Long Trail thru hike, and I finally announce my 46Climbs team for this year! Please please please consider joining the Kyle Hates Hiking team and raising money for this great cause! You can join my team here: https://afsp.donordrive.com/team/269890/

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#115 | Ever wondered what the APPALACHIAN TRAIL DAYS FESTIVAL is like? Thru Hiker Explains it All with Jacob Younger May 25, 2021

I've always wanted to go to Trail Days in Damascus, but haven't been able to. Fortunately, Jacob Younger is back on the podcast to talk about his experience at Trail Days 2021, and a bunch of other hiking nerd stuff.

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#114 | Russell Corfman on the Tahoe Rim Trail, PCT, and Black Canyon Trail May 18, 2021

Previous Trail Tales guest and thru hiker Russell Corfman is back exactly 100 episodes later! In our conversation we cover a number of different subjects including the bizarre (but awesome) concept of trail names, Russell's time on the Tahoe Rim Trail, and the Black Canyon Trail near Phoenix. Russell's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrj8230czsgDyMIyjV0wP9g

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#113 | Getting Caught in Your Underwear at a Campsite by a YouTube Fan with ADK Woods Walker May 11, 2021

Jay Morrison, aka ADK Woods Walker joins the show this week. Jay's channel is one of my personal favorites, due to his positive attitude, relatability and of course... his love for the Adirondacks! Be sure to listen until the end of the episode, because Jay tells a hilarious story of the time he caught changing at a campsite, and was recognized by the person from his YouTube channel in the process.

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#112 | Frozen from Outdoor Adventures on the Foothills Trail, Appalachian Trail, and More! Apr 27, 2021

Thru Hiker and backpacking YouTuber Frozen joins the show, for the second time! This time we discuss his hike of the Foothills Trail (and lets be honest, mine as well), some of the random hikes in the PA area that he has done, and much more! Frozen's channel is a favorite of mine, I really appreciate his attitude and the style of his content and it was a pleasure to have him back on the show a second time.

Check out Frozen's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/FrozensAdventures/

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#111 | How do Thru Hiking Movies compare to Reality? With Rose Turner Apr 20, 2021

In this episode, Trail Tales editor and badass hiker Rose "Comics" Turner is back on the show, this time to discuss thru-hiking movies! We talk about the movies "A Walk in the Woods", "Wild", and a few more. I have not seen any of these movies, but Rose has, and I make some assumptions about them as we compare the way they portray thru hiking to the reality of thru hiking.

Rose's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rotucomics/

Rose's Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/837253/

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#110 | If you could thru hike ANY Trail with no limitations, what would it be? With Baker Bokorney Apr 13, 2021

Baker is back, and in this episode we discuss what our DREAM thru hikes would be, if money, logistics, and all other obstacles were eliminated. Plus, we extend an open invitation for someone, literally anyone, to send Baker a DM on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbokorney/

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#109 | Camp Chairs Suck... with Jacob Younger Apr 06, 2021

Jacob Younger is back on the show for a pretty goofy episode. We each go over a list of backpacking items that we would RATHER carry than a Camp Chair. If you enjoy listening to Ultralight backpackers feel much more enlightened than they actually are, this is the episode for you :)

Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealjyoungs/

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#108 | Thru Hiking the Continental Divide Trail (CDT) with IBTAT Mar 23, 2021

IBTAT is back for a third time on Trail Tales! We talk about his upcoming plans to hike the Continental Divide Trail (CDT) in 2021, as well as his time spent working at Mountain Crossings on the Appalachian Trail. IBTAT is going to be sharing his entire CDT hike on YouTube, so go subscribe to him if you haven't already! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3aILHxDPaRH8fHO5JcE6qQ

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#107 | Navigating Off Trail in Colorado with Baker Bokorney Mar 09, 2021

Baker is back... again. This time we talk about navigating off trail in the Colorado wilderness, sun protection, and the band Puddle of Mudd? It's weird yo.

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#106 | The Bizarre World of Backpacking YouTubers with the Schill Brothers Mar 02, 2021

The Schill Brothers are one of my favorite backpacking YouTube channels because they like to goof around and talk smack almost as much as I do. We didn't really have a plan for this episode, I figured we could just start yappin' away and have no trouble going for an hour... turns out I was right! We talk about the weird quirks of the backpacking YouTube world, sponsorships, and they tell a funny story at the end about an unnecessary search-and-rescue call.

Schill Brothers Outdoors on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFB5MZ1uYOsGgg7kVZazp1g

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#105 | Taylor the Nahamsha Hiker on thru hiking the Appalachian Trail in 2021 Feb 16, 2021

Taylor the Nahamsha Hiker is about to set out on her Appalachian Trail thru hike! After getting off the Appalachian Trail last year, Taylor is going to be back at it again this year, leaving in just a few days. We talk about what she is excited for, what she is nervous for, and I find a few chances to reminisce about my Appalachian Trail thru hike as well.

Taylor the Nahamsha Hiker: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0DfoZBEMHImEf5CMkktt6Q

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#104 | Starting your own Backpacking Gear Company with Jacob Younger Feb 09, 2021

Jacob Younger and I met each other on the Northville Placid Trail in September 2020. He told me about making his own gear, starting a company, and I thought it was really interesting and invited him on the podcast!

Check out Jacob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealjyoungs/

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#103 | A Harrowing Reminder of what can go Wrong on the PCT (and other trails) with Doug Laher Feb 02, 2021

Trevor Laher passed away while attempting a thru hike of the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) in March of 2020. Despite the tragic circumstances, his father Doug Laher has made it his mission to educate other hikers of the PCT and beyond about how the accident could have been prevented. Doug joins me in this episode to talk about Trevor's legacy, the accident, and what we can all learn from it.

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#102 | What was an Appalachian Trail thru hike like in 1999? Interview with Troy Zohner Jan 26, 2021

Troy Zohner (Tomcat) joins the show to talk all things thru hiking, peak-bagging, and backpacking. He hiked the Appalachian Trail in 1999, and then went on to complete and attempt numerous other hikes. If you name it, there is a good chance Tomcat has done it!

Tomcat's blog: http://www.tomcatsadventures.com/

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#101 | How to Solve the Adirondack's Overuse Problem with James Appleton Jan 05, 2021

James Appleton, host of The 46 of 46 Podcast comes on for his second Trail Tales episode. We spent most of this episode talking about the 'overuse' issue in the Adirondack High Peaks....although calling it such is a massive simplification. James lives in the Adirondack Park, and thus has some unique and valuable views on the subject. Even if you do not hike in the Adirondacks, I think there is a lot to learn in this episode, especially as public hiking trails have started to see an increase in traffic over the years.

Check out James' podcast: https://46of46.com/

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#100 | Baker interviews the #1 HOT NEW Hiking Influencer: Kyle Hates Hiking Dec 29, 2020

In the 100th episode special, Baker takes over the job of interviewer and asks me all about my journey to becoming the #1 HOT NEW hiking influencer....lol. He asks me about the process behind my content, Flossy's involvement, my favorite YouTubers/podcasts, and much much more. PLUS this episode features some "new advertisers"... you won't want to miss it.

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#99 | The White Mountains are a Photographer's dream with Corey McMullen Dec 15, 2020

One of my favorite photographer's based in the White Mountains, Corey McMullen joins the show! I pick his brain about living in North Conway, which is a fantasy of mine lmao, and of course we spend a lot of time talking about the process behind his amazing photos. If you're not a photographer then don't worry; I really tried to ask more generalized questions about his process, rather than diving into the technical details...but if you like that stuff, I did ask a few technical questions as well. Corey's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coreyoutdoors/

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#98 | A Brutal Face Injury in the 100 Mile Wilderness with Appalachian Trail thru hiker Nikoline Hamann Dec 08, 2020

Nikoline Hamann joins the show all the way from Denmark to talk about her thru hike of the Appalachian Trail! We talk about the inspiration it took to commit to the idea of the Appalachian Trail despite living on a different continent, some of the highs and lows of her thru hike, and at the end she tells a story of how she fell and injured her face... only days away from Katahdin.

Nikoline's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikolinehamann/

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#97 | When a NOBO and SOBO pass each other on the Appalachian Trail with Rose "Comics" Turner Dec 01, 2020

Rose "Comics" Turner joins the show this week to talk all about the Appalachian Trail and creating comics on it! That's right, Comics made creating art an integral part of her Appalachian Trail thru hiking experience. Also, since she hiked a good portion of the trail SOBO in 2018, we spend some time trying to figure out when we passed each other (since I went NOBO that same year). Follow Comics on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rotucomics/

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#96 | 44 Things that went wrong on the John Muir Trail with Natalie Reynoso Nov 17, 2020

Natalie Reynoso joins Trail Tales to talk about the John Muir Trail... and what could go wrong when hiking it! We all know about the little random things that can go wrong when backpacking, and we cover basically all of them in this episode. Check out her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natreynoso/

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#95 | The Northville Placid Trail is not as bad as I said it was... with Sophia Garber Nov 10, 2020

Sophia Garber joins the podcast to tell the story of her 2020 Northville Placid Trail thru hike in the Adirondacks. She hiked it very shortly after Flossy and I did, and despite the similar time-frame... her hike sounded way more fun! So if you thought my NPT story was kind of a downer, give Sophia's a listen and hopefully you will get a different perspective on the trail! Follow her on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/sophiagarber/

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#94 | Setting the White Mountains Redlining FKT with Philip Carcia Nov 03, 2020

The White Mountains legend is back for another episode! We talk about Philip setting the FKT for the White Mountains Redlining project, and how it was much tougher than he estimated it to be. As per usual, Philip details the highs and lows of his achievement, and sets the record straight about what his next project will be. Follow Philip on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/findingphilip/

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#93 | Does Winter Backpacking Really Suck?? With Justin Outdoors Oct 27, 2020

Justin Outdoors joins the show to talk all about the Canadian Rockies, winter backpacking, and much much more. He has an awesome YouTube channel that focuses on gear reviews, trip videos, and hiking tips! Go check him out: https://www.youtube.com/user/jhick777

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#92 | A 2020 Appalachian Trail thru hiker answers TOUGH questions about Covid with Rune Ravn Oct 20, 2020

It's no secret that thru hiking in 2020 is a very controversial topic. I usually try to stay out of controversial issues, but due to a number of listeners who reached out to me (and my own curiosity) I finally cracked... I present to you, and interview with Rune Ravn, a 2020 Appalachian Trail thru hiker. I ask Rune to tell his story, and ask him a number of tough questions about covid and the ethics of hiking during the pandemic. I believe it's very important to hear all sides of the story, so I hope you will listen with an open mind. Check out his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/JustAboveU

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#91 | SUCCESSFULLY Thru Hiking the Northville Placid Trail... but it wasn't easy Oct 13, 2020

Flossy and I successfully completed the Northville Placid Trail in the Adirondacks. This was my second attempt at thru hiking this trail so I finally got my redemption. However... it wasn't easy. It was the hardest hike that we have attempted since the Appalachian Trail in 2018. Tune in to find out what happened. Go watch the video of our hike: https://youtu.be/ccrxEfSuYXg

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#90 | Ripping around Canada's Long Distance Hiking Trails with Ryan Bunting Oct 06, 2020

Ryan Bunting joins the show to discuss a few lesser-known thru hikes in Western Canada. He explains what the Great Divide Trail, Sea to Sky Trail, and Vancouver Island trails are, and all about some of the crazy experiences he's had on them.

Ryan's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/wolvraid37np

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#89 | Flossy and I are Thru Hiking the Northville Placid Trail... hopefully Sep 22, 2020

Flossy joins me once again to discuss the backpacking and hiking we have done since our last episode (episode 89), as well as our hiking plans for the future. We are going to be attempting to thru hike the Northville Placid Trail in the Adirondacks... we talk about what we are excited for, the build up to the hike, and what we are nervous for.

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#88 | CRUSHING the FKT for the White Mountains Direttissima Sep 15, 2020

Will Peterson thru hiked the Appalachian Trail in 2019, and after cancelling a 2020 PCT thru hike he decided to go after the White Mountains Direttissima FKT. Despite no previous experience setting FKTs, Will crushed the route and ended up setting the new unsupported FKT at 5 days, 13 hours and 5 minutes. Super awesome!

Article about Will's White Mountains Direttissima FKT: https://thetrek.co/my-trip-report-from-setting-the-white-mountains-direttissima-record/

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#87 | Sintax77 on hiking the DEVIL'S PATH in the Catskills Sep 09, 2020

Sintax77 joins me again to talk about our hike of the Devil's Path in the Catskill mountains of New York. We did this hike in mid-August of 2020... and it absolutely kicked my butt. We were successful but I certainly underestimated the trail, so it was a humbling experience! In this episode we cover all the logistics of hiking Devil's Path, and much more!

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#86 | Hiking the Vermont Long Trail as a first Thru Hike Aug 18, 2020

My good friend Kayla joins the show this week to talk all about her FIRST THRU HIKE EVER in which she completed MY FAVORITE TRAIL EVER i.e the Vermont Long Trail! The Long Trail is tough, and hiking it in a group of 4 is even tougher, so I think it's awesome that she was able to crush it! We talk about group hiking, some of her favorite spots on the trail, and at the end of the episode she shares a story of a bear encounter in the Adirondacks.

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#85 | Thru Hiking the Monadnock Sunapee Greenway with Taylor the Nahamsha Hiker Aug 11, 2020

Taylor the Nahamsha Hiker joins me this week to talk about our thru hike of the Monadnock to Sunapee Greenway Trail! This trail is a 50-mile HIDDEN GEM in southwestern New Hampshire. We talk about why this trail is so amazing, how we got woken up by an ATV in the middle of the night, and much more! Go check Taylor's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0DfoZBEMHImEf5CMkktt6Q

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#84 | Thru Hiking the Appalachian Trail with a Plastic Trombone! Aug 04, 2020

Amy "Slider" Hunsucker joins the show this week to talk about her thru hike of the Appalachian Trail! Not only did she complete the Appalachian Trail, but she did so carrying a plastic trombone! Tune into this light-hearted episode to hear all about her adventure. Also, sorry about the audio quality on this one!

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#83 | Kraig Adams on being a Full Time Hiking YouTuber Jul 28, 2020

The one and only Kraig Adams joins me this week to chat about his wildly successful YouTube channel. Kraig started out as a more 'traditional' YouTuber and has transitioned his content into that of a hiking channel. This is very much a rapid fire episode, with me asking many questions that were submitted on Instagram. We cover a lot, so buckle up!

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#82 | Never Before Heard Backpacking Gear INVENTION IDEAS with Baker Bokorney Jul 14, 2020

Baker is back, and for this episode we blatantly rip off Backpacker Radio's patent pending idea. We spent the entire episode discussing our ideas for new backpacking gear inventions. From Bear Spray trekking poles to a poop trowel which doubles as a spork, this one was a riot.

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#81 | Never let Your Guard Down while Hiking with Philip Werner of SectionHiker.com Jul 08, 2020

Philip Werner is the creator behind SectionHiker.com, one of the first and most popular backpacking blogs on the internet. His website has been an important source of information to me since I first began hiking, so I feel very privileged to have had the opportunity to chat with him. We talk a lot about the White Mountains, Redlining, and at the end Philip tells a story that should be a reminder to all experienced hikers that you can never let your guard down when it comes to your safety on the trail. Visit https://www.sectionhiker.com/

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#80 | An Absolute FULL SEND in the White Mountains of New Hampshire with Socked In Hikes Jun 30, 2020

Socked In (Rebecca Sperry) is attempting to set the female FKT for the White Mountains Redlining project. She just started and is full of ambition, and has a plan. She is a very experienced hiker and loves the Whites, and it was great to talk about the logistics and difficulties that will come with such an intense project. Much respect!

Socked In on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sockedinhikes/

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#79 | We had to Sleep Behind a Dairy Queen on the Appalachian Trail Jun 23, 2020

Flossy is back! We talk about the hikes that we've been lucky enough to complete so far this year, why Flossy moved to Vermont, and of course why we ended up sleeping behind a Dairy Queen on our Appalachian Trail thru hike! This is the first IN PERSON interview for Trail Tales, so you are about to listen to history in the making.

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#78 | A Pacific Crest Trail Thru Hiker Shares it All with Ryan Stratton Jun 16, 2020

Ryan Stratton hiked the PCT in 2018 and also happens to be a member of the same fraternity as me. In this episode I ask him a bunch of questions about West Coast thru hiking that make me nervous to venture out there... most of you probably know what half those things already are at this point. Also, sorry I was so tired for this one.

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#77 | An Adirondack Single Season WINTER 46 with Jonathan Zaharek Jun 09, 2020

Jonathan Zaharek is an accomplished hiker, having most recently completed a single season winter 46 in the Adirondack High Peaks. Not only does he crush miles like a boss, but he is also an amazing photographer and filmmaker. In this episode we talk all about the Adirondacks, his hiking related content, and much more.

Jonathan's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/jzaharek53

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#76 | How NOT to Thru-Hike the Appalachian Trail with Joe Biasi Jun 02, 2020

Joe Biasi thru hiked the Appalachian Trail in 2015. Like many other thru hikers, Joe struggled to keep up with the mental challenges of the Appalachian Trail. Rather than quitting, he continued on out of stubbornness and ended up finishing the trail. This might seem like an inspiring story, but in this episode Joe talks about why he wishes things might have gone a bit differently.

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#75 | Two Thru Hikers talk about Backpacking Tents, Packs, and other Gear May 19, 2020

BAKER IS BACK. I can't get rid of this guy... in this episode we talk all about ultralight backpacking gear! We talk about backpacking tents, backpacks, and lots of other gear. I've said numerous times on Trail Tales that I don't care about gear... but folks, I'm getting back into my gear phase.

HUGE thanks to Sawyer Products for sponsoring this episode! Go check out their work to bring clean water to Liberia here: https://international.sawyer.com/clean-water-for-all-of-liberia/

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#74 | Follow Bigfoot on the Superior Hiking Trail May 12, 2020

Follow Bigfoot joins the show to talk all about the Superior Hiking Trail in Minnesota. I've been curious to learn about this trail for a long time, so it was great to hear Bigfoot share all the essential information one must know before attempting a thru hike. In addtion, Bigfoot shares stories from his unsupported FKT of the Superior Hiking Trail, which is just as badass as it sounds.

HUGE thanks to Sawyer Products for sponsoring this episode! Go check them out at https://sawyer.com/

Follow Bigfoot on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkA3z-lSyEg6ZN-BqMy6wow

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#73 | Behind the Scenes of the Backpacking YouTube Niche with Devin from Backcountry Exposure Apr 21, 2020

Devin from the YouTube channel Backcountry Exposure joins me this week! We talk about fishing in the backcountry, living/hiking in Utah, and being a YouTuber in the backpacking niche. Make sure you listen to the end, because Devin tells a pretty gnarly story about hiking with his dog - a story which should remind all of us to take precautions when bringing our pets into the backcountry.

Backcountry Exposure - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVyZtccA-oMchXHai-CJyPA

The Backpacking Experience Podcast - https://anchor.fm/thebackpackingexperience

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#72 | A Near Death Experience on Mount Whitney with Philip Carcia Apr 14, 2020

The man, the myth, the White Mountain legend Philip Carcia is back! In this episode we talk about his hiking experience BEFORE the White Mountain Single Year Grid, including his experience on the Appalachian Trail and Colorado Trail. Towards the end of the episode, Philip tells an INSANE story about the day he almost died white hiking Mount Whitney - a story which shaped his hiking future.

Philip's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/findingphilip/

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#71 | Jupiter Hikes Sells me on the Florida Trail Apr 07, 2020

The trail-legend Jupiter Hikes joins the show this week to discuss the Florida Trail, the International Appalachian Trail, and mail drops! I went into this conversation with some pretty negative ideas about the Florida Trail, and Jupiter was able to clear many of those up, and start to nudge me in the right direction. Also, for the first time in Trail Tales history, we talk about hiking in the Great Province of Quebec!

Jupiter on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jupiterhikes/

Jupiter on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTY6PJNvuO49nIG-aWSVLJQ

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#70 | ALL ABOUT THE ADIRONDACKS with James Appleton of the 46 of 46 Podcast Mar 31, 2020

It's been too long since I've talked about the Adirondacks on this show, and James Appleton was the perfect guest to do so with. We talk about the Adirondack 46, James's podcast "The 46 of 46 Podcast", and the Lake Placid 9er challenge - a peak bagging challenge that is created and managed by James himself! Even if you're not an Adirondack hiker, this episode should get you fired up to finally hit the trail once the social distancing measures are done.

The 46 of 46 Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-46-of-46-podcast/id1455421011

The Lake Placid 9er - https://lakeplacid9er.com/

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#69 | How Covid-19 Affects Thru-Hiking with Julia Sheehan Mar 24, 2020

Unfortunately, due to the rapidly unfolding COVID-19 situation, it is likely that Julia "Rocket" Sheehan will have to post-pone her 2020 PCT thru hike. In this episode, we talk about her updated plans, and her recommendation as a thru hiker and nurse for those that are currently on a thru hike or will be leaving shortly. During the later part of the episode, we talk about some more light-hearted subjects and she even gets the chance to tell TWO stories to close everything out. I'm so grateful that Julia was willing to come on Trail Tales twice within such a short time period, and I really hope that people take her recommendations seriously.

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#68 | Julia Sheehan (Rocket) on Thru Hiking the Appalachian Trail and Pacific Crest Trail Mar 17, 2020

Thru Hiker Julia "Rocket" Sheehan joins the show this week! We talk all about her thru hike of the Appalachian Trail, and her plans to thru hike the Pacific Crest Trail in 2020. Unfortunately, this episode was recorded before the escalation of COVID-19, which has changed Julia Sheehan's plans for the Pacific Crest Trail. Be sure to tune in next week for a follow-up episode, where she will share her new plans, and give some insight on the situation as it pertains to thru hiking since she is a nurse and has a medical background. Check out her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliasheehan/

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#67 | A Medical Emergency while in the Backcountry with Appalachian Trail Thru Hiker Christopher Johnson Mar 03, 2020

Christopher Johnson thru hiked the Appalachian Trail SOBO in 2019. We caught up with one-another on Episode 54 of Trail Tales, but shortly after our conversation he suffered a dire medical emergency while in the backcountry on his thru hike. In this episode he takes us through what happened, and tells the story of how he was able to make it to safety... and still complete the Appalachian Trail! Check out his Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/a_walk_with_winnie/

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#66 | Pushing the Limits of Late Start Dates on the Appalachian Trail with Ryan Fox Feb 25, 2020

Ryan Fox thru hiked the Appalachian Trail SOBO starting in August 2018 - which is a very unique time to start! He followed that up by crushing a good portion of the PCT the following year, and is currently planning on competing in the 2020 Lake Placid Ironman Triathlon. This dude does it all! We talk about how his Appalachian Trail start date affected his hike, the similarities and differences between the hiking community and the triathlon community, and at the end he tells a crazy story about camping with some homeless folks on the PCT.

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#65 | Juliana Chauncey on How to Support a Thru-Hiker From Home Feb 18, 2020

Juliana Chauncey has thru hiked the Pacific Crest Trail, the Appalachian Trail, and is the co-host of the Backpacker Radio podcast! In this episode we chat all about her thru hikes, and her book 'Hiking From Home: A Long-Distance Hiking Guide for Family and Friends' which will be available in just a few weeks. Her book will be an incredibly useful resource for the friend's, families, and significant other's of folks who want to take on a thru hike like the Appalachian Trail or Pacific Crest Trail.

Pre-Order 'Hiking From Home': https://www.julianachauncey.com/product-page/signed-hiking-from-home-a-long-distance-hiking-guide-for-family-and-friends

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#64 | Pushing the Limits of What's Possible in New Hampshire's White Mountains with Arlette Laan Feb 11, 2020

Arlette Laan has done some incredible things in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, and elsewhere. She is a triple crowner, and currently holds the FKT for the woman's unsupported White Mountain Direttissima. Not only that, but she also crushed the first ever WINTER Direttissima with her husband. In our conversation she tells the story of both of these incredible feats in the White Mountains, plus the story of how she met her husband while thru hiking! Arlette's Instagram: @arlette_laan

Arlette's website: http://arlettelaan.com/

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#63 | Appalachian Trail 2020 Hopeful Interviews Successful Thru-Hiker Feb 04, 2020

Zach Cote is going to be setting off to thru hike the Appalachian Trail in 2020, and after he reached out I decided to help him out! Zach takes over as the interviewer and asks me the Appalachian Trail preparation questions he is still pondering before he head's to Springer Mountain. We cover gear, food, transportation to the Southern terminus, and much more! Follow along with Zach's journey: @hikeoutzack

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#62 | The Quest for the FKT of the Appalachian Trail with Kristian Morgan Jan 28, 2020

In 2018, Kristian Morgan supported Karl Sabbe in his successful attempt to set the Fastest Known Time for the Appalachian Trail. Feeling inspired from this experience, Kristian decided to try and set the record himself in 2019. Unfortunately he did not make it, which we talk about in the episode. He was not discouraged from this experience, and he is planning on heading out again in 2020, taking with him the lesson's that he learned from his failed attempt in 2019.

Kristian's website: https://www.kristianultra.com/

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#61 | Thru Hiking the Appalachian Trail in 70 Days with David Braunlich Jan 21, 2020

In 2019, David 'Seventy' Braunlich set out to thru hike the Appalachian Trail in an ambitious time period of seventy days. He was SO close to completing that goal, but as we discuss in the episode... his body had some other plans. Beyond the Appalachian Trail, David also has completed the Colorado Trail, a good portion of the Arizona, and many ultra marathons. We talk about all of this, and much more!

David's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSvDFp_OzbOSq1reZpChIEg

David's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidbraunlich/

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#60 | Darwin on the Trail talks Music, Arizona Trail Film, and Being a Creator in the Hiking Niche Jan 14, 2020

The man himself, Darwin on the Trail joins me this week to discuss his upcoming film about the Arizona Trail called 'Through The Great Southwest', the relationship between music and hiking, and much more. Darwin's YouTube channel is one of the most well known hiking channels and he has inspired countless numbers of people to get outside and hit the trail. At the end of the episode he tells one of the craziest stories I've heard on Trail Tales, and it's one that he hasn't really opened up about in his videos. Darwin is the man!

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Darwin's episode with the Byland Podcast: https://byland.co/podcast/episode-95-the-outdoor-evolution-of-darwin

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#59 | How to be MENTALLY Tough when Thru Hiking the Appalachian Trail with Early Riser Jan 07, 2020

Early Riser thru hiked the Appalachian Trail in 2017, posting on his Youtube vlog the entire way. He has since taken on a very motivational role for future Appalachian Trail thru hikers, posting videos that highlight how to achieve success when thru hiking the trail. Many of these videos highlight the mental side of thru hiking, and are very helpful for those who take mental preparation seriously. Early Riser and I have much in common in terms of how we view thru hike preparation, and it was a pleasure being able to discuss these topics with him.

Early Riser on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCKgxH-Ei-JA7fPn4Om3p8w

724 STG Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsfogvEjXh-KgKy-8lbxoUg

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#58 | Thru Hiking the Vermont Long Trail with Jeremiah Stringer Hikes Dec 31, 2019

Jeremiah Stringer Hikes joins the show to talk about thru hiking the Vermont Long Trail! We cover some stories from his hike, and talk about the ins and outs of having a backpacking Youtube channel! Many of you know how much I love the Vermont Long Trail, so that coupled with talking to an awesome dude like Jeremiah Stringer made for a super fun episode! Check out Jeremiah Stringer Hikes on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7An3Lkt9Byo76gxmx65LFQ

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#57 | The Monadnock-Sunapee Greenway Trail, The Massachusetts Midstate Trail, and Much More with Kristen Gardella Dec 17, 2019

Kristen Gardella joins me again, this time to discuss all things New England hiking. In this episode we cover four different trails/challenges that exist in the region, including the Massachusetts Midstate Trail, the Massachusetts Tully Trail, the New Hampshire Monadnock to Sunapee Greenway Trail, and the Connecticut Blue Trails Challenge. Kristen is a wealth of information on these lesser known New England Trails, and was able to cover all the basic info that you will need to know about tackling these trails.

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#56 | Two Appalachian Trail Thru-Hikers Talk About What They Are Thankful For Dec 10, 2019

Baker is back, again again again again again! We decided to do a very late Thanksgiving themed episode, and go over things about thru-hiking, the Appalachian Trail, and trail life that we are thankful for. Happy late Thanksgiving and early Christmas to all!

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#55 | Yoga While Hiking in the White Mountains and Beyond with Nancy Wind Dec 03, 2019

Nancy Wind, founder of Peaks and Poses, joins the show to talk about the Whites, doing yoga in the mountains, and the spirituality of hiking! We have a great discussion about our differences on that last topics, and it made me think a little bit more about why I'm so obsessed with hiking. I also learned some stuff about yoga too! https://www.peaksandposes.com/

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#54 | A SOBO Appalachian Trail Thru Hike with Christopher Johnson Nov 26, 2019

Christopher Johnson, who goes by the trail name Anubis, is currently heading SOBO on the Appalachian Trail. He is the first guest of Trail Tales to be in the middle of a thru-hike while we chat, which provided us with endless topics to cover. We cover how he is holding up physically, mentally, and emotionally. We talk about the unfortunate cold weather that has hit the southern portion of the Appalachian Trail, and how himself and other SOBOs are dealing with it. He is well past the half-way point, but still has a good chunk of miles to go so check out his Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/a_walk_with_winnie/

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#53 | IBTAT on Thru-Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail Nov 19, 2019

Having just finished thru hiking the Pacific Crest Trail, IBTAT joins the show a second time to talk all things PCT. We talk about the crazy winter weather he had to deal with at the end of his thru hike, how finishing the Pacific Crest Trail compared to finishing the Appalachian Trail, and much more. Completing back-to-back thru hikes is an incredible feat; the fact that IBTAT made two cross country walks in two years blows my mind. Tune in to hear about the Pacific Crest Trail, thru hiking, and more!

IBTAT on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3aILHxDPaRH8fHO5JcE6qQ

IBTAT on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/savedbymtns/

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#52 | Thru-Hiking the Appalachian Trail to Help Your Mental Health with Rachel Meltzer of Trail Name Here Nov 12, 2019

Rachel Meltzer, host of Podcast Here and creator of Trail Name Here joins the show to talk all about thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail, and how it impacted her mental health. She was incredibly candid about the depression she has experienced for much of her life, and how thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail was an attempt at curbing it. She also discusses how thru hiking the Appalachian Trail has impacted her since 2018, and how she is going to be writing a book that address the post-trail depression that many thru-hikers experience.

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#51 | All About Thru-Hiking the Tahoe Rim Trail with Taylor Norton Nov 05, 2019

If you've ever been interested in thru-hiking the Tahoe Rim Trail, this episode is for you! Taylor Norton joins me once again, this time to discuss his recent attempt at thru-hiking the Tahoe Rim Trail. Unfortunately, he was not able to successfully complete the trail, finding himself in a weather-related circumstance that required him to put his safety before his ego. Despite the outcome, he was still able to share all of the important information a hiker needs to know before thru-hiking the Tahoe Rim Trail.

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#50 | The Interviewer Gets Interviewed For the Trail Tales 50th Episode Special Oct 29, 2019

Holy....wow. Fifty Episodes! To celebrate, my good friend and frequent guest of the show Baker Bokorney is back, but this time he is the interviewer. Baker thought it would be fun to reverse the roles and take some of the work off my plate this week, so I got to spend an hour answer questions about myself, my hiking history, and Trail Tales itself. I even get to share a never-before-told story at the end of the episode.

Thank you to everyone who has listened to this show for the past 50 episodes. I constantly have people reaching out and showing their support, and I am humbled and grateful for where the show is at right now.

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#49 | White Mountains Redlining; Beyond the White Mountain 4000 Footers with Redline Guiding's Mike Cherim Oct 22, 2019

Redline Guiding's owner and founder Mike Cherim joins the show this week to talk all about the White Mountains of New Hampshire! Mike is an experienced hiker who has completed many notable accomplishments. From thru-hiking the Long Trail to Redlining the White Mountains, Mike has many miles under his belt, and we had plenty to talk about. We discussed what White Mountain Redlining is, how there is much more to the White Mountains than just the 4000-footers, and how he was able to take his passion of hiking and turn it into a successful business by starting Redline Guiding. Be sure to check out their website, Facebook, and Instagram.

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#48 | A Single Year Grid of the South Beyond 6000; Peak-Bagging with Caet Cash Oct 15, 2019

Thru-hiker and peak-bagger Caet Cash has completed the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, Adirondack 46, and much much more. She joins the show this week to discuss her current hiking project; tackling the South Beyond 6000 Single Year Grid. If successful, Caet will be the first hiker in history to have completed the South Beyond 6000 in a Single Year Grid. We talk all about what inspired this crazy project, how she lives the 'van life' in order to make the hiking logistics easier, and a comparison between thru-hiking and peak-bagging. The South Beyond 6000 is not as popular as famous lists like the White Mountain 4000-footers or the Adirondack 46, so hopefully this episode will inspire some folks to get outside in the Southeast!

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#47 | Sintax77 On the Adirondacks, Hammock Camping, and Much More Oct 08, 2019

Sintax77 On the Adirondacks, Hammock Camping, and Much More

Sintax77 (aka Shawn Crawford) is back for round two this week! Much like our first episode, we jumped all over the place in our conversation, mostly focusing on his latest film 'Military Surplus Camping - B-47 Crash Site - Adirondack Mountains', as well as talk about some of his hikes in the White Mountains and of course... hammock camping! In the ever-growing pool of hiking Youtubers, Sintax77's videos continue to stand out to me due to his creative ideas and drive to push his abilities when it comes to film-making. I always have a blast talking about the White Mountains and Adirondacks, and I hope Sintax77 will come back on soon!

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#46 | How to Take Awesome Photos While Hiking with Appalachian Trail Thru-Hiker Matt Morelli Oct 01, 2019

Everybody is trying to step up their Instagram game these days (or at least I am), so I'm stoked I got to talk to Appalachian Trail thru-hiker and photographer Matt Morelli about the process behind his photos. After thru-hikng the AT, Matt realized his potential with camera, and decided to pursue it more seriously. We talk all about how you can step up your photography game while thru-hiking or on the trail -with both a camera or just a smart phone.

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#45 | Thru-Hiking the Northville Placid Trail in the Adirondacks with Jacob Ireland Sep 24, 2019

Thru-Hiking the Northville Placid Trail in the Adirondacks with Jacob Ireland

Jacob Ireland recently completed a thru-hike of the Northville Placid Trail in the Adirondacks, and was kind enough to reflect on his experience with me this week. I also attempted the Northville Placid Trail a few years ago, and through that experience I discovered how tough of a trail the NPT really is. Though Jacob certainly does not regret his experience on the Northville Placid Trail, he expressed his mixed feelings about it on this episode. We talk about why he felt a bit underwhelmed by the trail, and also cover the positive aspects of the Northville Placid Trail (lakes, lakes, and more lakes)! It's always a treat to talk about the Adirondacks.

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#44 | Should Mount Tecumseh Be Included in the White Mountain 4000 Footers List? Peak-Bagging the New Hamphsire 4000 Footers with Mac Cerullo Sep 17, 2019

Should Mount Tecumseh Be Included in the White Mountain 4000 Footers List? Peak-Bagging the New Hamphsire 4000 Footers with Mac Cerullo

Journalist and peak-bagger Mac Cerullo joins the show to talk about writing for Outside Magazine about Philip Carcia's White Mountain Single Year Grid, and about his own quest to hike the New Hampshire 4000 Footers. We discuss many topics about the Whites, ranging from some of the areas we would like to hike in the WMNF that are not part of the 4000 footers list, some of the overrated New Hampshire 4000 footers, and about the controversy surrounding the fate of Mount Tecumseh and other peaks, since they have been proven to be under 4000 feet. Check out Mac's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maccerullo/ and Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/mcerullo11

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#43 | Thru-Hiking the PCT and Starting the Byland Podcast with Pacific Crest Trail Thru-Hiker Emory Wanger Sep 03, 2019

Emory Wanger, who hosts the Byland Podcast, joins the show this week to talk about thru hiking the PCT, backpack-hunting, and of course... podcasting! We jumped all around in this one, and it was almost therapeutic for me to discuss the behind the scenes details of starting and maintaining a podcast within the hiking/backpacking/thru hiking world that we both exist in. Of course, it was also great to hear about thru-hiking the PCT, and everything else Emory had to say! If you like Trail Tales, you will for sure like Byland, so go check it out at https://byland.co/podcast

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#42 | A Record Attempt in the High Peaks of the Adirondacks with 46 Climbs Co-Founder Kolby Ziemendorf Aug 27, 2019

46 Climbs co-founder Kolby Ziemendorf is back on the show to talk about his recent attempt to break the record for hiking the most High Peaks in the Adirondacks in 24 hours. Unfortunately, the attempt did not work out, and we talk all about what happened. We also cover some of his preparation for taking on such a daunting hiking challenge, the record fund-raising year that 46 Climbs is having, and we even touch on how he will be thru-hiking the Northville-Placid Trail in just a few weeks. Kolby has hiked all 46 of the Adirondack High Peaks, and has intimate knowledge of the Adirondacks. It's always a pleasure to chat with him, and I am sure he will come back on in the future!

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#41 | Thru-Hiking the Colorado Trail with Scott Hughes Aug 20, 2019

Scott Hughes recently completed a thru-hike of the Colorado Trail, and joins the show to talk all about it. We cover all the essential information that someone contemplating thru-hiking the Colorado Trail needs to know, including resupply, weather, camping, and much more. Also, you can apparently thru-BIKE this trail as well as thru-hike it. You read that correctly. How sick is that! This was Scott's second episode of Trail Tales, as we did an episode way back in November of 2018 about his thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail. I am grateful that he was willing to come back on, and share all about his experience thru-hiking the Colorado Trail!

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#40 | Vlogging While Thru-Hiking the Appalachian Trail, and Proposing At End with Frozen from Outdoor Adventures on Youtube Aug 13, 2019

Frozen from the Youtube Channel Outdoor Adventures joins the show this week to talk about his recent thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail. We jump all around in this episode and got to cover many topics pertaining to thru-hiking, vlogging, and life on the trail. Frozen talks about some of the good and bad parts about being an Appalachian Trail vlogger, how thru-hiking was able to bring out a more extroverted side of his personality, and how he proposed to his then-girlfriend on top of Mount Katahdin, soon after completing his hike!

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#39 | All About Thru-Hiking New Hampshire's Cohos Trail with Aaron Ibey Aug 06, 2019

Thru-hiker and photographer Aaron Ibey joins the show again, this time to talk about his hike of New Hampshire's Cohos Trail. This relatively unknown trail runs from the New Hampshire/Canada border, 170 miles south to Crawford Notch in the White Mountains. Aaron shares all the details from his thru-hike, including his resupply strategy, the types of terrain he encountered, and the abundance of wildlife he saw. This trail really seems like a hidden gem, often overshadowed (quite literally) by the famous White Mountains that exist just to it's south.

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#38 | 576 White Mountain 4000 Footers in Record Time with Philip Carcia (Finding Philip) Jul 30, 2019

Round three with Philip Carcia, also known as Finding Philip! Wrapping up the story of his White Mountain Single Year Grid, Philip goes into detail about the role that social media played in his project, some of his highest and lowest points, and what kept him motivated on the trail, day after day after day. Philip hiked every single one of the White Mountain 4000 Footers in every single month... for an entire year! If you've hiked any of the New Hampshire 4000 Footers or anywhere else in the White Mountains, you know how difficult they are and can probably imagine the strength it took for Philip to complete this goal. He has been incredibly humble about the whole thing, and I am beyond grateful that he was willing to spend so much time talking to me and sharing his story over the last few months.

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#37 | Completing the White Mountain Grid in Record Time with Philip Carcia Jul 23, 2019

Since we last spoke in Episode 24 of Trail Tales, Philip Carcia has gone on to offically take the fastest known time for the White Mountain Grid. Philip hiked each of the 48 4000-foot peaks in New Hampshire's White Mountains in each month... for an entire year. To finish off the project, he completed a White Mountain Direttissima, essentially thru-hiking the 48 peaks in one shot, finishing in just under 7 days. Impressive!

In the episode, Philip reflects on the craziness that consumed the project since we had last spoken. He talks about the gnarly spring conditions he faced, how he got less than 10 hours of sleep over the course of the Direttissima, and what his life has looked a few weeks out from when he finished.

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#36 | Peak Bagging the Catskills 3500-Footers, and John Muir Trail Permits and Preparation with Nick Scaramuzzo Jul 16, 2019

Nick Scaramuzzo is a seasoned Northeast hiker, having peak-bagged in Vermont, the Adirondacks, and the Catskills, just to name a few places. In our chat we discuss the Catskills 3500-footer club and how the "rules" of the hiking list vary slightly from the more popular Adirondack 46 and White Mountain 48. We also talk about his upcoming thru-hike of the John Muir Trail, and some of his preparation for that, including how he navigated the tricky permit system in order to make his hike happen.

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#35 | Two Appalachian Trail Thru-Hikers Talk About Their Backpacking and Hiking Trail Grievances Jul 10, 2019

Baker Bokorney is back for round 3! Baker is an experienced thru-hiker, having hiked the Appalachian Trail, Florida Trail, and half the Arizona Trail in 2018. We decided to have some fun with this episode, and go over our hiking and backpacking grievances. Towards the end, Baker gets into some grievances specific to Trail Tales (in addition to being the most frequent guest, he is also a listener of the show), and I finally give him a chance to share a trail story! I forgot BOTH times we spoke before. Sorry Baker. Also congrats on the wedding when you read this.

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#34 | A Triple Crowner on the Continental Divide Trail and More with Dave Moore Jul 02, 2019

Growing up within reach of the White Mountains, Dave Moore was exposed to the world of hiking and backpacking from a young age, and eventually went on to complete the Appalachian Trail, the Pacific Crest Trail, and the Continental Divide Trail! But not only is he a Triple Crowner, he has hiked many other smaller trails as well! For this episode, we focus mostly on the Continental Divide Trail (CDT) as I pick Dave's brain about some of the challenges that thru-hikers face on the CDT that they may not encounter on the PCT or the AT.

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#33 | Evacuated by a Helicopter on the Great Divide Trail with Jake Pickering Jun 25, 2019

Jake Pickering thru-hiked the Pacific Crest Trail in 2016, and headed back into the woods again in 2018. The second time around he thru-hiked the Great Divide Trail in Western Canada, which is a relatively unknown trail compared to more popular hikes like the Appalachian Trail and PCT. In this episode we learn about how a Wikipedia article exposed him to the world of long-distance hiking, and all about the logistics of hiking the Great Divide Trail. Make sure you stay tuned until the end of the episode to hear his crazy story about being evacuated from the GDT by helicopter, a good reminder for everyone to renew their SPOT subscriptions!

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#32 | The Most Badass Hiking Dog, the Cohos Trail, and Winter Hiking with Alton Eckel Jun 11, 2019

Alton Eckel and her dog Cole have been ripping miles in the White Mountains and elsewhere for nearly 10 years now. We jump all over the place in this week's episode, talking about her thru-hike of the Cohos Trail in New Hampshire, how amazing of a hiking partner her dog Cole is, and how the pair were the first to complete the Northeast Ultra 8. That is just the tip of the iceberg however; tune in to hear about everything else we discussed!

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#31 | Sintax77 on The White Mountains, Winter Hiking, and Much More Jun 04, 2019

Shawn Crawford, known as Sintax77 on YouTube, began sharing his backpacking and hiking adventures with the world in 2011, and hasn't looked back since. He has created one of the most successful backpacking channels on the internet, and continues to release high quality documentations of his journey's in the backcountry.

We jump around a ton in this episode, covering topics such as the White Mountains (and how they shape up against the Adirondacks), winter hiking/camping, and how Shawn's philosophy has changed over the years concerning ultralight backpacking. If you haven't watched any Sintax77 videos, go check them out right now: https://www.youtube.com/user/sintax77

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#30 | Mexico to Canada... and Back to Mexico? A PCT Yo-Yo, and Much More with Austin Davis May 28, 2019

Austin Davis caught the hiking bug in 2018, completing a yo-yo hike of the Pacific Crest Trail, before heading to South America in an effort to continue his adventures. In 2019, he thru-hiked the Te Araroa in New Zealand, and the Arizona Trail. That's a ton of hiking.

In our chat, we talk in depth about his PCT yo-yo, water sources on the Arizona Trail (which still disgust me), and do an info-session on the Te Araroa. I bet it won't be long before Austin continues his adventures and moves on the Appalachian Trail, and beyond. Go check out his website: http://notabadplacetopee.com/

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#29 | Hiking with Dogs and Thru-Padding the Northern Forest Canoe Trail with Effie Drew May 21, 2019

Effie Drew joins Trail Tales to talk about two main topics: her thru-paddle (you read that correctly) of the Northern Forest Canoe Trail, and hiking with dogs! She has done the Appalachian Trail, the Continental Divide Trail, and much of the Pacific Crest Trail, and in 2018 her partner and her decided to give their legs a quick break and take to the water. They paddled the entire 740-mile Northern Forest Canoe Trail at the end of 2018.

Towards the end of the episode, I get the chance to pick Effie's brain on the subject of backpacking and hiking with dogs. Her dog Luna has hiked over 7,000 miles which is insanity, so she is able to give plenty of advice on how to manage your dog on the trail.

Check out her website: http://www.babygotbackwoods.com/

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#28 | Ultralight Backpacking Gear Talk from Two Appalachian Trail Thru-Hikers featuing Baker Bokorney May 14, 2019

The ever-sarcastic Baker Bokorney is back! Baker thru-hiked the Appalachian Trail, Florida Trail, and half of the Arizona Trail in 2018. We dedicate this entire episode to BACKPACKING GEAR, going through each of our packs from top to bottom. Some of the brands we discuss are ULA, ZPacks, and Hammock Gear. Both of us have ultralight setups (although Baker's is lighter than mine) and give some scattered advice on how to keep your pack light.

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#27 | Thru-Hiking the Carolina's Foothills Trail with Mitchell Larby May 08, 2019

On this episode, my good buddy from the Appalachian Trail and former guest Mitchell Larby and I basically run through our entire thru hike of the Foothills Trail. We break down each day and definitely go into some side rants as well. The Foothills Trail is a fantastic trail for somebody to hike in preparation for the Appalachian Trail, with tons of great waterfalls, rivers, and beautiful campsites.

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#26 | What Was an Appalachian Trail Thru-Hike Like in the 90s? That and the North-South Trail in Rhode Island with Kristen Gardella May 01, 2019

Kristen Gardella has hiked a ton of long distance trails, including the Appalachian Trail and the North South Trail in Rhode Island. In this episode we chat about what it was like to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail in 1999, and how the gear and trail culture has changed since then. She also shares the basic information about the North South Trail, and sheds some light on this relatively unknown trail.

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#25 | Logistics of Thru-Hiking the Appalachian Trail For Non-U.S-Citizens with Sarah Williams from Tough Girl Challenges Apr 23, 2019

Sarah Williams joins Trail Tales to talk about her 2017 thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail and her podcast Tough Girl Challenges. We get into the logistics that non-U.S-Citizens must deal with in order to do a safe, successful thru-hike, and we also talk at length about Sarah's choice to quit her corporate job and become a full-time influencer and content creator.

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#24 | The White Mountain Single Year Grid... New Hampshire's 48 Four-Thousand Foot Peaks with Philip Carcia Apr 09, 2019

Philip Carcia is attempting to beat the fastest-known-time to complete the White Mountain Grid- hiking all 48 four thousand foot peaks in a single year. We talk all about what made him decide to commit to this insane project, and many of the struggles and successes he has had along the way. Philip has also completed the Appalachian Trail, the Pacific Crest Trail, and many other trails around the country.

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#23 | Can a 68 Year Old Thru-Hike the Appalachian Trail?! Hell Yeah! Meet Keith Wingad Apr 02, 2019

Keith Wingad joins the show this week to talk about his thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail in 2017! He is a veteran of the United States Military and talks about how his experience affected his thru-hike, and how he made it his mission to hike as an inspiration to veterans and doctors who treat them. We also talk about what it's like to thru-hike as an older hiker.

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#22 | IBTAT on Vlogging a Thru-Hike, The Art Loeb Trail, and Avoiding Trail Burnout Mar 25, 2019

The one and only, IBTAT joins the show this week to chat all things Appalachian Trail, Art Loeb Trail, and Pacific Crest Trail. We talk about why his vlog was so successful, his experience thru-hiking the Art Loeb Trail in North Carolina, and of course, his upcoming plans to thru-hike the PCT! Those topics are only the tip of the iceberg, IBTAT and I really jumped all over the place with this one.

Check out IBTAT's YouTube Channel to watch him head North on the PCT this year: https://www.youtube.com/user/htfu54

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# 21 | Being Bit by a Cat... on the Appalachian Trail? Plus, the Best and Worst of the 46 Adirondack High Peaks with Kimberly Morse Mar 18, 2019

Kimberly "Catwoman" Morse thru-hiked the Appalachian Trail in 2018, and has also completed the Adirondack 46 High Peaks. In this episode we chat about how she took time off in the middle of her career to complete the 2,000 mile trek, our favorite and least favorite High Peaks in the Adirondacks, and how she was bit by a cat (which she eventually rescued) while at a road crossing in Pennsylvania.

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#20 | The Four State Challenge, Thru-Hiking with a Spouse at Home, and First-Month Advice with Ramblin' Rosie Mar 11, 2019

Ramblin' Rosie joins the show this week! She thru-hiked the Appalachian Trail during 2018, and shares all about it on episode twenty. We talk about how she completed the Four State Challenge, hiking in Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania all in the span of 24 hours! We also cover some important tips for keeping yourself healthy at the start of a thru-hike, and she talks about completing the trail while having a spouse supporting her at home.

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#19 | Ranking The States on the Appalachian Trail with Mikey "Mullet" Brenkus Mar 04, 2019

This week thru-hiker Mikey Brenkus, our guest all the way back from episode four, joins the show to talk about his ranking of the states on the Appalachian Trail. We go through our ranks one-by-one, and discuss why we ranked each state the way we did. Our standard for the rankings was very loose, arbitrarily factoring in difficulty, scenery, and our experiences in each state. Is Pennsylvania really as bad as people say it is? Find out based on our ranks.

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#18 | Being Stalked by a Mountain Lion, Vlogging, and the Post PCT Thru-Hike Adjustment with The Whimsical Woman, Jennifer Mabus Feb 25, 2019

The one and only Jennifer Mabus, also known as The Whimsical Woman joins the show to talk about her thru-hike of the Pacific Crest Trail. Seemingly on a whim, she set out to make the walk from Mexico to Canada in 2018. We talk about why her vlog was so successful, the post-trail adjustment period that we both went through after our hikes, and the craziness that ensued when she was stalked by a mountain lion.

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#17 | What Does Hiker Trash Mean? Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail and Skateboarding the Florida Trail with Alex Fogt Feb 18, 2019

Alex Fogt had a crazy 2018, thru-hiking not only the Pacific Crest Trail, but the Florida Trail as well. We talk about how this skate-rat brought a board with him on his Florida Trail thru-hike and skated hundreds of the paved miles on the FLT. We also talk about his best and worst experiences on both trails, and attempt to define what the popular term "hiker trash" actually means.

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#16 | A Mountain Lion Encounter in Maine, Being a Ridgerunner on the Appalachian Trail, and Hiking Photography with Aaron Ibey Feb 12, 2019

This week I'm joined by Aaron Ibey, who is a professional photographer and thru-hiker, having hiked the Appalachian Trail in 2016. He worked for the Appalachian Mountain Club as a ridgerunner in 2018, and talks all about what that job entails, as well as some tips for taking better hiking photos on your smartphone. He ends the episode by telling an insane story from his 2016 thru-hike, where he encountered a mountain lion in the Hundred Mile Wilderness of Maine. Trail Tales has had plenty of bear stories, but never a mountain lion story!

Go check out Aaron's photography on Instagram (@ibeyprofin) and consider buying one of his prints online at https://aaronibey.pixieset.com/theprintcollection/

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#15 | Hiking The 46 Adirondack High Peaks In One Week for Suicide Prevention with Kolby Ziemendorf Feb 04, 2019

On a bit of a departure from normal episodes, trail runner and 46 Climbs co-founder Kolby Ziemendorf joins the program this week! We talk about his attempt to hike all 46 of the Adirondack High Peaks in one week to raise money for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Turns out, a trouble-some bear may or may not have thrown a wrench into those plans. We also chat about how that hike turned 46 Climbs into a national movement, and some of the nuances between trail running and normal hiking.

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#14 | How to Hike In The Desert, Navigate the Pacific Crest Trail Permit System, and Much More with Russell Corfman Jan 28, 2019

Russell Corfman joins Trail Tales for episode 14, woo! Russell thru-hiked the Pacific Crest Trail in 2018, making him the show's first (but certainly not last) PCT guest. He answer's many of my questions about hiking the PCT, including how the permit system works, how to not die when hiking the desert, and what gear he picked up when he entered the Sierra's. Check out his You-tube channel, Russell in the Bush!

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#13 | Do Thru Hikers Get Stung on the Appalachian Trail? Jessica Pu Shares Insight on her AT Experience Jan 21, 2019

Jessica Pu joins Trail Tales! She is the fiance of episode 8's guest, Baker Bokorney, and they both successfully completed a thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail in the summer of 2018. Jessica and I jump around to a few different topics related to our thru-hikes; if thru-hikers ever get stung by bees (the answer is yes), which section nearly made Jessica quit, and some advice for couples who wish to attempt a thru-hike together in the future.

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#12 | A Calendar Year Triple Crown with The Hiking Prodigy Jan 14, 2019

Tyler Lau, otherwise known as The Hiking Prodigy, is one of only eleven human beings on earth to complete a Calendar Year Triple Crown hike. He hiked the Appalachian Trail, the Pacific Crest Trail, and the Continental Divide Trail, roughly 8,000 miles, all in the year 2018. Join us as we walk through (ha) his entire Triple Crown hike, talking in-depth about the limits you must push your mind to when hiking the length of the United States three times in one year.

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#11 | Would You Share a Water Source with Cattle? Everything about the Arizona Trail with Joseph Pecoraro Jan 07, 2019

Joseph "Sweatlines" Pecoraro completed a thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail this past summer, but that wasn't enough for him. After about a month of resting, he set out to complete thru-hike number two for the summer; The Arizona Trail. In the chat Joseph explains how the trail features a large variety of diverse landscapes, that AZT hikers must share water sources with cattle, and much more!

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#10 | Social Media, Increased Traffic, and a State-By-State Breakdown of the Appalachian Trail with Scott Goldie Dec 31, 2018

Scott Goldie (trail name Pacman) recently completed an Appalachian Trail thru-hike, and gives an overview of his experience on the ENTIRE trail in episode number 10 of Trail Tales. We also dive into the topics of social media use on a thru-hike, and whether or not the Appalachian Trail is becoming too crowded.

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#9 | Four Failed Attempts at the Adirondack's Northville-Placid Trail, and a Fifth Shot at Success with Tuts from Trekking On Dec 17, 2018

On today's episode I chat with Tuts, a thru-hiker, film-maker, and all-around outdoors man about his fifth, thats right FIFTH shot at thru-hiking the Adirondack's Northville-Placid Trail (spoiler, he crushes it the last time). What makes a relatively short, and nearly completely flat trail so difficult? We cover this and much more in our discussion about Tut's latest film, 'Northville-Placid Trail - If At First'. We also got into why Tut's shares his adventures with the world on Youtube, and even hear the story of how I (as in Kyle) also failed an attempt to thru-hike this infamous trail, due to a very bizarre reason.

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#8 | Underwater on the Florida Trail, Thru-Hiking with a Significant Other, and Three Thru-Hikes in One Season with Baker Bokorney Dec 10, 2018

Not only did Baker Bokorney thru-hike the Appalachian Trail this summer, but he also hiked the Florida Trail, and a good chunk of the Arizona Trail. What an animal! We decided to focus most of the chat on the Florida Trail, giving an overview of what exactly the trail is about, as well as Baker's experience walking the length of his home state. We also talked about how Baker hiked the entire AT, over 2000 miles, with his significant other, and how it has changed their relationship!

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#7 | A Bloody Reminder to Keep Your Head Up While Hiking, AWOL vs Guthooks Vs The Companion, and a Speedy Thru-Hike with Matthew Park Dec 03, 2018

Matthew "Breezy" Park recently completed an under 4 month thru hike of the Appalachian Trail. He certainly set out on a mission right from day one, and we talk all about how he was able to push himself to complete the trail in such a short time. We also cover the differences between the most popular guidebooks that Appalachian Trail thru-hikers carry with them, and the popular navigation app "Guthooks." At the end of the episode, we get into a scary story that should serve as a reminder to all hikers: KEEP YOUR HEAD UP WHEN GOING UPHILL! Hope you enjoy!

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#6 | Flip-Flopping, Weight-Loss, and Taking Your Time on the Appalachian Trail with Liz Syster Nov 26, 2018

Liz Syster completed a flip-flop thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail this past summer, and talks all about what it's like to send it up to Maine and hike south, after hiking northbound all the way to the Mason-Dixon line. We also talk about her experience losing weight on the trail and what it did to her body, and she even gives some advice to prospective female thru-hikers (hint: the advice is DO IT). It was great to talk to Liz and shed some light on the fact that a thru-hike does not have to be a traditional northbound, or southbound hike.

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#5 | Another Sketchy Bear Encounter, Going Stoveless, and Southbound vs Northbound with Scott Hughes Nov 19, 2018

Scott Hughes is fresh off of a south-bound thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail, and answers the obvious question I had for him: why did he decide to hike the trail in the wrong direction? We discuss the differences between a northbound and southbound Appalachian Trail thru-hike, his decision to leave the stove at home and eat cold food for the entire 2200 mile trek, and a sketchy bear encounter he had in Shenandoah National Park.

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#4 | Bad Diets, Yellow-Blazing, and Fundraising on a Thru-Hike with Appalachian Trail Hiker Mikey Brenkus Nov 12, 2018

On the fourth episode of Trail Tales, I talk with Mikey Brenkus, who nearly completed the entire Appalachian Trail this past summer. We talk about how his bad diet contributed to him not being able to complete the trail, the controversial subject of yellow-blazing, and how he raised over 3000 dollars for a friend who was suffering from ALS.

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#3 | Bear Charges, Brotherhood, and Injury Recovery on the Appalachian Trail with Mitchell Larby Nov 05, 2018

On this episode of Trail Tales, I talk with Mitchell "Flossy" Larby about his experience completing the Appalachian Trail this past summer. He recalls the time he was bluff charged by a mama bear and her cubs, the bonds that form between thru-hikers as they move up the trail together, and how an injury almost took him off the trail for good in Damascus Virginia.

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#2 | All Things Long Trail with Taylor Norton Nov 05, 2018

On the second episode of Trail Tales, I talk with Vermont Long Trail thru-hiker Taylor Norton. Taylor hiked the 273 mile trail this past summer. We chat about some of our favorite sections on the trail (believe it or not, I've done the LT twice), how Taylor was able to complete the trail in an aggressive 17 days, and some of the lessons Taylor learned from AT thru-hikers early on in his journey.

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#1 | Sketchy Situations, Mental Challenges, and Highlights of the Appalachian Trail with Cameron Smyk Nov 05, 2018

In the inaugural episode of Trail Tales, I talk with my good friend and fellow Appalachian Trail thru-hiker Cameron Smyk. We discuss everything from some of his sketchy hitch-hikes into town, to the mental endurance necessary to complete a 2200 mile trek. To top it off, we get into some of Cameron's gear, and why he plans on bringing a different set up on his next thru-hike.

Like what you hear? Want to talk some smack? You can contact me on Twitter, Instagram, or send me an email: trailtalespod@gmail.com

If you're really into Trail Tales and want to receive some bonus content, please consider supporting the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trailtales.

Feel free to leave me a five-star review on iTunes, and subscribe if you like the show! My personal Instagram is @kylehateshiking, so feel free to follow me on there as well.

Subscribe on iTunes, and listen on Google Play and Stitcher!

#0 | Introduction to Trail Tales Nov 05, 2018

Trail Tales is a weekly show featuring guests who have extensive experience in the world of backpacking and thru-hiking. New episodes every Tuesday will feature hikers that have done the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, and many more. Hosted by Kyle O'Grady, AT Class of 2018.

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