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Introduction

Let me start by saying I am NOT an expert on satellite communication or personal location devices. I’m just a hiker who wanted to know what device was best for my PCT thru-hike and went down the rabbit hole of research (Google, YouTube, FB hiking groups) to find out. What I found was that there are many reviews of specific devices and some comparison reviews … [ Read more ]

Subjects: Appalachian Trail, Hiking, Pacific Crest Trail (PCT)

An ultralight backpack is a vital piece of lightweight hiking gear and part of the so-called Big 3. Here are some popular ultralight backpacks to consider.

Subjects: Appalachian Trail, Hiking, Pacific Crest Trail (PCT)

If you’re into hiking and are a fan of quotations like I am, here’s a collection I put together when researching my Appalachian Trail and (future) Pacific Trail thru-hikes. There are quotations specific to the AT and PCT as well as general hiking, nature quotations.

Subjects: Appalachian Trail, Hiking, Pacific Crest Trail (PCT)

In preparation for my 2019 Appalachian Trail thru-hike I came across many useful resources. I don’t claim this list is complete, but I believe it is the most comprehensive one online. Regardless of your experience level, I’d be surprised if you can’t find something new here to interest you.

Subjects: Appalachian Trail, Hiking, Pacific Crest Trail (PCT)

In 2019, I successfully completed a thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail, starting April 22 at Amicalola Falls in Georgia and ending August 24 on Mount Katahdin in Maine. I follow multiple online thru-hiking groups and people often ask about costs, mileage, time, etc. so since I tracked all of that I thought I would summarize it for anyone interested.

Want to track your own … [ Read more ]

Subjects: Appalachian Trail, Hiking, Pacific Crest Trail (PCT)

For better or worse, mobile phones have become an indispensable piece of gear for most hikers. While you can use the camera and your favorite guidebook offline, having phone and Internet service can be helpful as well. Getting WiFi in towns and hiker hostels should be relatively easy but mobile service will depend on both the service provider (carrier) and the phone that you use.

Carrier … [ Read more ]

Subjects: Appalachian Trail, Hiking, Pacific Crest Trail (PCT)