Hiking The PCT
Just like that, it’s over. My PCT thru-hike did not go as planned this year. After our two-week trailcation and hiking the 50-mile snowfree section from Timberline Lodge to Cascade Locks, I decided to end my thru-hike early. There were a combination of reasons why I decided to end my hike. It was a very tough decision to make, but I know it was the most responsible choice. Read more…
Hiking The PCT
Tehachapi was one of our favorite town stops along the PCT last year in 2018. Bleeder and I couldn’t wait to get back into Tehachapi for another zero day this year. But first, we had to get there. On Day 43, we knew we only had 17 miles to hike until we were at the road to get into town. Making it to Tehachapi would be our big motivator for getting these miles done today. Read more…
Hiking The PCT, Lessons I Learned Hiking the PCT
The unseasonably cold and wet weather in Southern California has made the time on trail really challenging. I’ve often questioned myself why I’m out here hiking in the first place – something I never did along my thru-hike last year. This is why this week’s lesson has been all about learning how to embrace the suck. Read more…