#70 - Pacific Crest Trail Lessons with 2 Foot Adventures

Mary from 2 Foot Adventures runs a mobile gear shop focused on ultralight gear built for the Pacific Crest Trail and in this episode, we recap the 2018 PCT hiking season and chat about trends in gear, along with common pain points and problems hikers experience.  We even dive into the holistic side of what Thru Hiking means. Show Notes and LinksIntroductionsRecap of what 2 Foot Adventures isWhy being located at Warner Springs so importantEverything you need in 200 square feetSpecialty gear you can expect to see in the trailersTrends in backpacking from year to yearThe issue with “believing” in the gear we’ve purchasedWhat finding the right gear can do for youWhy being flexible and open-minded can improve your experiencesThe PCT as a pilgrimageCommon issues in the first 100 milesOn finding the right gear that works for YOUHow hikers change as they move north along the trailWhat about quitting the trail?Finding YOUR trail along the trailLife lessons from the trailLearning to enjoy the processOn responding to problemsAudience Q and A:Most popular water filterMost popular sheltersAverage amount of time it takes to hike the PCTWhen is the best time to start the PCTHow many miles to start with?Best resupply strategy?Considerations for the PCT this yearClosing thoughtsHow to connect with 2 Foot Adventureshttps://2footadventures.com/https://instagram.com/2FootAdventureshttp://facebook.com/2FootAdventuresSupport the showThanks for listening! Check out the links below to learn more, connect, and support the show. Website Join the podcast email newsletter Make a One-Time Donation (+ Affiliate Links) Monthly Podcast Support Courses Learn How To Backpack 6 Weeks To Solo Backpacking Thru-Hiking 101 Resources YouTube Instagram Facebook Groups emory@byland.co