After doing a couple shakedown hikes (the most helpful being the Skyway Loop in Alabama), I’ve realized why they are so important as prep for a Pacific Crest Trail thru-hike.
Some of you more seasoned backpackers might read this post and immediately think “well, duh” but this blog isn’t for you. I’m writing this for all of my fellow newbies out there who are just getting into backpacking. Like me, you might initially have thought watching a lot of YouTube videos would be a suitable way to get your backpacking knowledge up to par for a thru-hike. ...
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