The Thru-Hiking Podcast
Episodes
232. Heather "Anish" Anderson On Her New Memoir "Farther," Her Writing Journey, & How To Go For Your Goals
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're joined by author, speaker, record setter, and highly decorated thru-hiker Heather "Anish" Anderson. Heather just released a ...
231. Spiritual Experiences & Pepper Spray Mishaps On The Pacific Crest Trail With Nicholas "Sgt Pepper" Kindred
20 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're joined by Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) thru-hiker Nicholas "Sgt Pepper" Kindred. Sgt Pepper was part of the THRU-r T...
230. Ramen Bomb Ratios, A Great Town Meal & Knowing When To Draw The Line On The Pacific Crest Trail With Anna "Magic" McKinney Smith
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today we welcome Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) thru-hiker Anna "Magic" McKinney Smith! Magic was part of our Trail Team of trail correspondents in 2025, a...
229. Prepare For Your Thru-Hike & Finish Strong With Trailside Fitness Founder Lee Welton
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Prepare for thru-hiking season with thru-hiker and Trailside Fitness founder Lee "Flick" Welton. Lee has thru-hiked the Pacific Crest Trail ...
228. Perseverance On The Continental Divide Trail, Candy Grab Bags, & Surprising Favorite Gear With Madelyn "Wrong Way" Dukart
11 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Season 6 of the podcast! In this episode we welcome back Appalachian Trail and Continental Divide Trail thru-hiker Madelyn "Wrong Way&...
227. Train Smart & Avoid Overuse Injuries With Trailside Fitness Founder Lee "Flick" Welton
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Prepare for thru-hiking season with thru-hiker and Trailside Fitness founder Lee "Flick" Welton. Lee has thru-hiked the Pacific Crest Trail ...
226. Thru-Hiking Tips, How To Afford Long Hikes, & The Best Cinnamon Roll On The Pacific Crest Trail With Casey "Vegas" Huffman
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we welcome back Appalachian Trail and Pacific Crest Trail thru-hiker Casey "Vegas" Huffman. Vegas is also the winner of the ...
225. How To Navigate Blowdowns During A Continental Divide Trail Thru-Hike
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you backpacking, section hiking, or thru hiking the Continental Divide Trail (CDT)? Triple Crowner and host, Carol "Cheer" Coyne has som...
224. Build The Base Before You Chase The Miles For Thru-Hikers! Get Trail Ready With Trailside Fitness Founder Lee "Flick" Welton
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Prepare for thru-hiking season with thru-hiker and Trailside Fitness founder Lee "Flick" Welton. Lee has hiked the Pacific Crest Trail and P...
223. When Things Don't Go Well On Trail, Thoughts On The Triple Crown, & The Role Of Social Media In Thru-Hiking With Kyle "Shooter" Peltier
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we welcome back Appalachian Trail and Pacific Crest Trail thru-hiker Kyle "Shooter" Peltier. Here, he and host Carol "C...
222. The Long Path, Thru-Running, The John Muir Trail, & Barefoot Hiking With Ken Posner
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we welcome author, thru-hiker, and thru-runner Ken Posner! In this episode he talks about backpacking "sister trails" The John Muir Trail and th...
221. The Santa Fe To Taos Thru-Hike & The Beauty Of Backpacking New Mexico With Founder Pam Neely
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we welcome Santa Fe To Taos thru-hike founder Pam Neely! Here, she goes into the all-new 132 mile thru-hike in New Mexico - which can ...
220. Bear Spray: What I Wish I Knew Before Hiking The Continental Divide Trail
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you backpacking, section hiking, or thru hiking the Continental Divide Trail (CDT)? Triple Crowner and host, Carol "Cheer" Coyne has som...
219. Colorado Trail Thru-Hiker & Photographer Matt "Extra Credit" Payne On Trail Photography, Moose Encounters, & Backcountry Bidets
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Listen in to Colorado Trail backpacker and thru-hiker Matt "Extra Credit" Payne as he gives insight on his epic trek, and shares about his photography...
218. Water, Trail Angels, & The Resupply Situation On The Jordan Trail With Thru-Hikers Ryan "Ungerwhere" Unger & Ben "Neon" Craver
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered about the 408 mile thru-hike of the Jordan Trail? Listen in to this episode featuring uber experienced thru-hikers and backpack...
217. Backpacking The Jordan Trail With Experienced Thru-Hikers Ryan "Ungerwhere" Unger & Ben "Neon" Craver
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered about the 408 mile thru-hike of the Jordan Trail? Listen in to this episode featuring uber experienced thru-hikers and backpack...
216. Seclusion On The Continental Divide Trail
13 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you backpacking, section hiking, or thru hiking the Continental Divide Trail (CDT)? Triple Crowner and host, Carol "Cheer" Coyne has som...
215. The Scariest, Best, & Most Notable Animal Encounters From Our Team Of Thru-Hikers
07 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Get to know our 2025 Trail Team of thru-hiking trail correspondents in this episode - with stories of their most notable (best/most interesting/scarie...
214. The Best Ways To Prepare For Trail, Stay Balanced, & Maintain Energy Levels On A Thru-Hike With Sports Nutrition Dietitian Alex Larson
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How should thru-hikers eat to ensure success? You're about to find out from an endurance athlete perspective! Thru-hiking fits perfectly into the ...
213. What Happens When You Press The SOS Button After Disaster Strikes With Thru-Hiker Kristine "GG" Hartlaub
24 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you're on a thru-hike and need to press the SOS button to be rescued? Casual backpackers and long-distance hikers alike can learn fr...
212. Backpacking The Pacific Crest Trail In A Record Snow Year, Thru-Hiker Mindset Tips, & The Best Root Beer In The World With Chloe "Chickpea" Jacobs
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we welcome back Chloe "Chickpea" Jacobs! She's a Pacific Crest Trail and Colorado Trail thru-hiker (among other trails world-wide) and...
211. Chloe "Chickpea" Jacobs On Leaving Her Dream Job For The Pacific Crest Trail, Falling In Love In The Mountains, & The Proper Way To Use A Cookpot
08 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we welcome Chloe "Chickpea" Jacobs to the podcast! She's a Pacific Crest Trail and Colorado Trail thru-hiker (among other trails w...
210. The Best Trail Magic & Trail Angel Stories From Our Team Of Thru-Hikers
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Get to know our 2025 Trail Team of thru-hiking trail correspondents in this episode - with stories of their favorite trail magic & trail angels! S...
209. Continental Divide Trail Timing & A State-By-State Breakdown For Thru-Hikers, Section Hikers, & Backpackers
26 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you backpacking, section hiking, or thru hiking the Continental Divide Trail (CDT)? Triple Crowner and host, Carol "Cheer" Coyne has som...
208. Creek Crossing Tips & Things To Keep In Mind For Pacific Crest Trail & John Muir Trail Thru-Hikers
19 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn about creek crossings and how to stay safe while doing it with the founder of Mountain Education, Ned Tibbits! In this episode, Ned goes into hi...
207. Halfway Anywhere Creator Tyler "Mac" Fox On Thru-Hiking Gear, Preparation, & The Only Thing He Cooks On Trail
11 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we welcome Tyler "Mac" Fox: Thru-hiker and creator of the very-popular thru-hiking resource Halfway Anywhere! This online resource inc...
206. The Trans Adirondack Route With Creator & Thru-Hiker Erik Schlimmer
04 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn about backpacking the Trans Adirondack Route with creator Eric Schlimmer! This rugged 240 mile trail goes through the state of New York and let'...
205. All About "Type II Fun" With Our Trail Team Of Thru-Hikers
27 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Get to know our 2025 Trail Team of thru-hiking trail correspondents in this episode - with stories of type II fun! Stay tuned for more episodes featur...
204. Katie "Oats" Houston On The Pinhoti Trail, Hiking With A Dog, & Why Thru-Hiking Is Beneficial For Mental Health
21 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Backpack the Pinhoti Trail and get into the history! Appalachian Trail & Pinhoti Trail thru-hiker Katie "Oats" Houston tells about her experiences...
203. The Top 14 Reasons Why John Muir Trail Hikers Fail & How To Have A Successful Thru-Hike With Ethan "Po" Gallogly
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Backpack the John Muir Trail successfully! Sierra thru-hiker and author Ethan "Po" Gallogly gives great insight and a ton of information about hiking ...
202. Everything You Need To Know About Backpacking The John Muir Trail With Ethan "Po" Gallogly
07 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sierra thru-hiker and author Ethan "Po" Gallogly gives great insight and a ton of information about hiking the John Muir Trail (JMT). This r...
201. Thoughts On Thru-Hiker Trail Names & Trail Name Stories With Our 2025 Trail Team
30 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Get to know our 2025 Trail Team of thru-hiking trail correspondents in this episode - with stories of how they got their trail names! Stay tuned for m...
200. How Thru-Hikers Can Keep Backpacking & Adventuring On A Shorter Timeline With "Walks Of The World" Author Gail Perry
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn about adventure trekking with "Walks of the World" author and adventurer, Gail Perry! In this episode, Gail gives us insight on why th...
199. River Crossing Safety & Techniques For Pacific Crest Trail Thru-Hikers, John Muir Trail Backpackers, & Sierra Hikers With Ned Tibbits
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn about creek crossings and how to stay safe while doing it with the founder of Mountain Education, Ned Tibbits! In this episode, Ned goes into hi...
198. Chris Townsend On Outdoor Photography, Becoming An Author, & Tips For Success In All Aspects Of Outdoor Documentation For Thru-Hikers & Backpackers
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Backpacking & thru-hiking legend Chris Townsend joins us on the podcast to talk about his best tips for trail photography and for writing in the o...
197. Meet Our 2025 Trail Team Members (Part 2): Taking On The Pacific Crest Trail, Continental Divide Trail, Camino de Santiago, & More!
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Get to know our 2025 Trail Team of thru-hiking trail correspondents in this episode, and stay tuned for more episodes featuring them in the coming mon...
196. Meet Our 2025 Trail Team Members (Part 1): A Journey To The Triple Crown Trails & International Trails Alike
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Get to know our 2025 Trail Team of thru-hiking trail correspondents in this episode, and stay tuned for more next week! Our hikers are trekking on the...
195. Thru-Hiking Legend Chris Townsend On His Best Tips For Beginners, When Hiker Hunger Hits, & How Shakedown Hikes Can Set You Up For Success
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Backpacking & thru-hiking legend Chris Townsend joins us on the podcast to talk about his best tips for long-distance hikers, trail food, and what...
194. River Crossing Basics & How To Avoid The Hazards With Mountain Education Founder & Pacific Crest Trail Thru-Hiker Ned Tibbits
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn about creek crossings and how to stay safe while doing it with the founder of Mountain Education, Ned Tibbits! Here, Ned goes into his tried and...
193. Morgan Brosnihan Of Blaze Physio On Common Thru-Hiker Injury Prevention & How To Thrive Before, During, & After Trail
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you're a thru-hiker, don't miss this episode featuring Morgan Brosnihan - the founder and physical therapist behind Blaze Physio! Here, Mor...
192. Self-Arresting Tips & How To Safely Travel Through Snow With Pacific Crest Trail Thru-Hiker & Mountain Education Founder Ned Tibbits
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn about backpacker snow safety with the founder of Mountain Education, Ned Tibbits! Here, Ned describes how to safely travel through snow using tr...
191. The Best Backpacking Planners, Strategy, & Technology For A Thru-Hike With Mike "Just Mike" McClure
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Continental Divide Trail & Pacific Crest Trail thru-hiker Mike "Just Mike" McClure dives into technology for long-distance backpackers i...
190. The Triple Crown Trails, A 3,000 Mile Coast-To-Coast Walk, & How To Have Staying Power On A Thru-Hike With Michael "Maxheap" Goshey
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Triple Crowner and Coast-To-Coast Trail hiker Michael "Maxheap" Goshey talks all things backpacking and thru-hiking with Cheer in part 2 of ...
189. Thru-Hiker Michael "Maxheap" Goshey On Giardia Disasters, Premium Stoveless Snacking, & Career Changes After Trail (With No Regrets)
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Triple Crowner and Coast-To-Coast Trail hiker Michael "Maxheap" Goshey talks all things backpacking and thru-hiking with Cheer in part 1 of his jam-pa...
188. Snow Basics & Foundations Of Safe Snow Travel With Pacific Crest Trail Thru-Hiker & Mountain Education Founder Ned Tibbits
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn about backpacker snow safety with the founder of Mountain Education, Ned Tibbits! Here, Ned gives a rundown of snow and how it forms and compact...
187. Continental Divide Trail Thru-Hiker Annika "Ravenclaw" Ananias On The Argentine Spine, Foam Versus Air Pads, & The Best Kept (Steak) Secret On Trail
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Continental Divide Trail backpacker and THRU-r Trail Team member Annika aka "Ravenclaw" joins us...
186. Backpacking The Hexatrek, The Beauty Of Cheese Vending Machines, & Type II Fun Moments With Sandra "MacGyver" D.
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hexatrek backpacker, thru-hiker, and THRU-r Trail Team member Sandra D. aka "MacGyver" gives...
185. Stevie Teran On Getting Into Thru-Hiking, The Best Backpacking Gear, & How Flexibility Is A Must On A Long-Distance Hike
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Walker's Haute Route & Corfu Trail thru-hiker and THRU-r Trail Team member Stevie Teran comes back o...
184. Thru-Hiker Royalty Liz "Snorkel" Thomas On Mama Mountain Lion, Ways To Thrive On Trail, & The Value Of "Defensive Calendaring"
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Decorated long-distance backpacker & author Liz "Snorkel" Thomas joins us on the podcast to talk about her latest book, the elite gear r...
183. Ray "Geared Up" Reynoso On Backpacking Gear, FKT's, Going Painless, & Hiking Against All Odds
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pacific Crest Trail & Appalachian Trail thru-hiker Ray Reynoso or "Geared Up" talks worldwide FKT's, hiking 22,000 miles, & shares some helpfu...
182. Continental Divide Trail Thru-Hiker Katie "Double Dip" Jackson On Life-Threatening Situations, What Advice NOT To Take, & The Freeze Dried Meal That Changed Her Life
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Continental Divide Trail thru-hiker & backpacker Katie Jackson or "Double Dip" (as she's known on trail) joins us to talk about her thru-hiking ad...
181. Welcome To Season 5, What's New, & How YOU Can Get Involved With The Thru-Hiking Podcast
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Triple crowner and host Carol "Cheer" Coyne welcomes you to the new season of the podcast! If you're a long-distance thru-hiker, seasoned backpacker, ...
180. 30,000 Miles Hiked, 30 Books Written, & Endless Adventure Stories With Thru-Hiking Legend Chris Townsend
31 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Backpacking & thru-hiking legend Chris Townsend joins us on the podcast to talk about the Pacific Crest Trail, Continental Divide Trail, Yukon Ter...
179. Encouragement, Landslides, & A Walker's Haute Route Finish For Stevie Teran
29 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Walker's Haute Route thru-hiker and THRU-r Trail Team member Stevie Teran checks in from Days 9 & 10 - and the...
178. Thru-Hiker & Adventurer Cam Bostock On Trail Families, Trail Names, & The Most Amazing Qualities Of The Pacific Crest Trail
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we welcome Pacific Crest Trail thru-hiker & all-around adventurer Cam Bostock. Here, he goes into his trek as an already experienc...
177. Walker's Haute Route Thru-Hiker Stevie Teran On "The Day Of The Cows," Injury Aftermath, & Changing Plans With Grace
22 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Walker's Haute Route thru-hiker and THRU-r Trail Team member Stevie Teran checks in from Days 7 & 8 of his Pacific C...
176. Mountain Lion, Bear, & Animal Encounter Stories, Strategies, & Safety Tips
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Thru-hikers Cheer & the THRU-r Ambassadors talk about their animal encounters on trail! This is a great episode to listen to if you're planning on...
175. Triple Crowner J.C. "Catmando" Van Etten On Being Charged By Four Grizzlies, Thru-Hiking, & The Best Food Stops On The Continental Divide Trail
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Triple crowner and Pacific Crest Trail, Appalachian Trail, & Continental Divide Trail thru-hiker & backpacker J.C. "Catmando" Van Etten joins ...
174. Self-Arresting (Or Not), Injury, & Taking Things In Stride With Walker's Haute Route Thru-Hiker Stevie Teran
07 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Walker's Haute Route thru-hiker and THRU-r Trail Team member Stevie Teran checks in from his drama-filled Days 5 & 6 of hi...
173. Unpopular Opinions About The Triple Crown Trails With Liz "Chuckles" Archibald
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Triple Crowner & thru-hiker Liz "Chuckles" Archibald returns to the podcast to discuss her experiences on the Pacific Crest Trail...
172. Stunning Scenery on the Walker's Haute Route, The Real-Deal On Swiss Food Prices, & Much Needed Trail Magic With Thru-Hiker Stevie Teran
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Walker's Haute Route thru-hiker and THRU-r Trail Team member Stevie Teran checks in from Switzerland on Day 3 & 4 of his Pacific...
171. The American Perimeter Trail & What It Takes To Hike 14,000 Miles With Rue McKenrick
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
American Perimeter Trail creator & founder Rue McKenrick joins us on the podcast to talk about the creation of this amazing trail - & the comm...
170. The Pros & Cons Of Group Hiking Versus Solo Hiking With Thru-Hiker Erica "Rookie" Washkwich
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Appalachian Trail thru-hiker Erica "Rookie" Washkwich and host Carol "Cheer" Coyne talk about group hiking in "Trail Families" versus solo hiking on l...
169. Walker's Haute Route Thru-Hiker Stevie Teran On International Trail Families, Quick Snow Travel, & His Drug Of Choice
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Walker's Haute Route thru-hiker and THRU-r Trail Team member Stevie Teran checks in from France on Day 1 & 2 of his Pacific Crest Trai...
168. Triple Crowner Liz "Chuckles" Archibald On Bear Can Punch, Hiking In A High Snow Year, & A Rundown Of The Triple Crown Trails (Including Her Favorite!)
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Triple Crowner & thru-hiker Liz "Chuckles" Archibald discusses her experiences on the Pacific Crest Trail, Continental Divide Tra...
167. Ethan "Po" Gallogly On The John Muir Trail, The Theodore Solomons Trail, Sierra Trail History, & His Award Winning Book "The Trail"
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we welcome veteran Sierra thru-hiker and author Ethan "Po" Gallogly. Here, he dives into his award winning book "The Trail" and talks ...
166. Appalachian Trail Thru-Hiker Erica "Rookie" Washkwich On The Scariest Mountain In The Whites, Injury Recovery, & The Disgusting Trail Food To Avoid
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Appalachian Trail thru-hiker Erica "Rookie" Washkwich dives deep into her long-distance trek with us. She talks about the downpours, the beautiful sun...
165. Appalachian Trail Devastation From Hurricane Helene & How We Can Help As A Community With J.C. "Catmando" Van Etten
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As Hurricane Helene swept across the Southeast, its effects have rippled through the Appalachian region - particularly impacting several trail towns t...
164. Stevie Teran On The End Of His Corfu Trail Thru-Hike & What He Would Do Differently If He Could Hike It Again
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Corfu Trail thru-hiker and THRU-r Trail Team member Stevie Teran checks in from Greece on Day 6 of his Corfu Trail trek. In this episode, he: ...
163. How To Feel Better & Increase Energy Levels While Hiking With Carol "Cheer" Coyne
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Triple Crowner (Pacific Crest Trail, Continental Divide Trail, and Appalachian Trail thru-hiker) Carol "Cheer" Coyne describes 3 tried and t...
162. A Day In The Life Of Thru-Hiking The Corfu Trail, Indiana Jones Vibes, & Nature's Symphony With Stevie Teran
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Corfu Trail thru-hiker and THRU-r Trail Team member Stevie Teran checks in from Greece on Day 5 of his Corfu Trail trek. In this episode, you'll...
161. Top 5 Ways You Can Give Back To Trail Angels With Carol "Cheer" Coyne
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Triple Crowner (Pacific Crest Trail, Continental Divide Trail, and Appalachian Trail thru-hiker) Carol "Cheer" Coyne describes 5 ways hikers...
160. Thruhikers Renee Miller & Tim Beissinger On Trail Life, Social Media Success, & Top Tips From Their New Book "Thruhikers: A Guide To Life On Trail"
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, decorated thru-hikers Renee Miller and Tim Beissinger deep dive into the world of long-distance hiking, their unexpected social medi...
159. Everything You Need To Know About The Foothills Trail With J.C. "Catmando" Van Etten
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Thinking about thru-hiking the Foothills Trail? This small but mighty 77-mile trail - which spans from South Carolina to North Carolina (or visa versa...
158. Ray "Geared Up" Reynoso On Returning To The Appalachian Trail, Navigation Tips, & Hiker Box Love
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Appalachian Trail thru-hiker and experienced hiker all around - Ray "Geared Up" Reynoso - gets detailed on his trail start. Here, he gives g...
157. Greek Snakes, Beautiful Towns, & Confusing Corfu Trail Alternates With Stevie Teran
15 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Corfu Trail thru-hiker and THRU-r Trail Team member Stevie Teran checks in from Greece on Day 4 of his Corfu Trail hike. In this episode, he reports w...
156. Post Trail Depression, Navigating Trail Injury & Questioning Identity As A Thru-Hiker With Madelyn "Wrong Way" Dukart
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Continental Divide Trail & Appalachian Trail thru-hiker Madelyn "Wrong Way" Dukart discusses Post Trail Depression and having to exit th...
155. Popular Thru-Hiker Blister Prevention Techniques & Treatment Protocols
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Triple Crowner, thru-hiker, and host Carol "Cheer" Coyne gives her top 3 tips for preventing blisters on trail as well as her 3-step protoco...
154. Corfu Trail Thru-Hiker Stevie Teran On Gaining His Stride, Greek Locals, & Aggressive Dogs
29 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Corfu Trail thru-hiker and THRU-r Trail Team member Stevie Teran checks in from Greece on Day 3 of his Corfu Trail hike. In this episode, he goes into...
153. Backcountry Bathroom Tips & The Kit Carol "Cheer" Coyne Used On The Triple Crown Trails
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Let's get TMI, shall we? Here, Triple Crowner (Pacific Crest Trail, Continental Divide Trail, and Appalachian Trail thru-hiker) Carol "Cheer&...
152. Lessons In Starting Slow, Nude Beach Walking, & Trail Camaraderie With Stevie Teran
18 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Corfu Trail thru-hiker and THRU-r Trail Team member Stevie Teran checks in from Greece on Day 2 of his Corfu Trail hike! In this episode, he describes...
151. The Best Burger On The Appalachian Trail, Post-Trail Hacks, And Going For Your Dreams With Jake "Slim Pickins" Mosca
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Appalachian Trail thru-hiker and musician Jake "Slim Pickins" Mosca went from semi-truck driver to a full time musician after a transformati...
150. All About The Pinhoti Trail With J.C. "Catmando" Van Etten
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Thinking about thru-hiking the Pinhoti Trail? Look no further! In this episode, experienced thru-hiker Catmando gives a run-down on all aspects of the...
149. Dehydration, Sand Hiking, & Amazing Moments On The Corfu Trail With Stevie Teran
30 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Corfu Trail thru-hiker and THRU-r Trail Team member Stevie Teran checks in from Greece on Day 1 of his Corfu Trail hike! In this episode, he gives ins...
148. Ultralight Backpacking & Taking Less To Do More With Author & Gossamer Gear Founder Glen Van Peski
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Gossamer Gear founder and "Take Less. Do More." author Glen Van Peski dives deep into the world of ultralight backpacking and tells compelli...
147. The Corfu Trail, Walker's Haute Route, & Thru-Hiking Gear Thoughts With Stevie Teran
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, aspiring thru-hiker and THRU-r Trail Team member Stevie Teran checks in from Greece a day before his Corfu Trail start! Here, he goes...
146. Top 3 Tips For Thru-Hikers To Save Money During Town Stops
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Get some great tips for long-distance hiking in this episode! Here, THRU-r founder, Triple Crowner, and host Carol "Cheer" Coyne gives her b...
145. Lee "Flick" Welton On Thru-Hiking Fitness, The Top Pacific Crest Trail Breakfast Spot, & Managing Expectations When Things Don't Go To Plan
03 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pacific Crest Trail thru-hiker and Trailside Fitness Founder, Lee Welton or "Flick" covers: 1. The not-to-miss breakfast spot along the Pac...
144. Ray "Geared Up" Reynoso On Thru-Hiking Preparation, Top Treks In South America, & How Community Spans Borders
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Appalachian Trail thru-hiker (and VERY experienced long-distance hiker all-around) Ray "Geared Up" Reynoso describes what he's been up t...
143. Audrey "Glowstick" Payne Talks Thru-Hiking The Appalachian Trail, Colorado Trail Dangers, & Trail Family Drama
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Appalachian Trail & Colorado Trail thru-hiker and author Audrey Payne - or "Glowstick" as she's known on trail - talks all things th...
142. All About Our 2024 Team Of Trail Correspondents: The Continental Divide Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, Appalachian Trail & More!
14 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Discover what our 2024 Trail Team of correspondents are up to this year! Our hikers will be trekking along the Appalachian Trail, Continental Divide T...
141. Lily "Pony/I'll Be" Holker Talks Appalachian Trail Food Spots, Hiking Through A Hurricane, & Builder Bar Haters
07 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by avid traveller and adventurer Lily or Pony/I'll Be! Pony thru-hiked the Appalachian Trail in 2023 and goes into detail abou...
140. Jordan "Dr. J" Chamberlain On Awful Appalachian Trail Weather, The Downsides Of Flip-Flopping, & How To Thrive On A Thru-Hike
22 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by neuroscientist and thru-hiker Jordan Chamberlain or "Dr. J" as he's known on trail - who "flip-flopped"...
139. Lee "Flick" Welton On Common Injury Prevention For Thru-Hikers, Starting Smart, Training, & Stretching Techniques
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are featuring audio from a recent community meetup we hosted about common injury prevention with special guest, Lee Welton. Lee - also known ...
138. Alyssa "Stakes" Schafer On How To Finish A Thru-Hike, The Best Appalachian Trail Spot, & A Dog Bite To The Face
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we are joined by Alyssa or "Stakes" as she's known on trail. Stakes was part of our 2023 Trail Team and thru...
137. Stephanie "Calzone" Seitz On The Pacific Northwest Trail: Hot Springs, Wild Blueberries, & Her Favorite Campsite Of All Time From Mount Baker To Port Townsend
27 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we catch up with Pacific Northwest Trail (PNT) thru-hiker, Calzone (Stephanie Setiz) as she hikes from Mount Baker to Port Townsend. ...
136. Laura "Spicy" Statts Describes Virginia Blues On The Appalachian Trail, Wading Through Mud, & The Power Of Humor On A Thru-Hike
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by Laura Statts or "Spicy" as she's known on trail. Spicy was part of our 2023 Trail Team and flip-flopped the...
135. Alyssa "Stakes" Schafer On The Appalachian Trail: Vermont Floods, Mud Hiking, Post Trail Feels, & "The Hype Train"
09 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, 2023 Trail Team member Alyssa or "Stakes" checks in to give us an update about the last part of her Appalachian Trail thru-...
134. Stephanie "Calzone" Seitz On The Pacific Northwest Trail: Blowdowns, Fire Closures, & Epic Trail Magic In Eastern Washington
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we catch up with Pacific Northwest Trail (PNT) thru-hiker, Calzone (Stephanie Setiz) as she hikes through Eastern Washington! Here, ...
133. Adam "Dreamer" Salinger On Wolf & Grizzly Run-Ins, Ultralight Hiking, & Authenticity In The Thru-Hiking Space
21 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we welcome Adam Salinger or "Dreamer" onto the podcast! He is an Appalachian Trail, Colorado Trail, and John Muir Trail (& the lis...