The Hunger | PCT 7
The tea was hot and I clutched the mug savoring its warmth. I had hustled through a very cold rain to reach Stevens Pass and was now slowly defrosting in the lodge’s coffee shop. Justin … Read more
False Summits & Tacos | PCT 6
“Well Crap!”, I exclaimed with a chuckle. The trail ahead was under water for the foreseeable future. It was raining but miraculously I had managed to keep feet dry until now. I pressed forward and … Read more
Aussies, Bears & Big Climbs | PCT 5
In the fading light I hoofed it from Rainy Pass to the boundary of North Cascades National Park. The trail was quiet and my only company was a lone black bear who seemed unbothered by … Read more
The Banker | PCT 4
I left Harts Pass and meandered south on the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). The scenery remained epic but was changing rapidly. The alpine meadows gave way to endless wildflowers and the charred remains of a … Read more
What’s In A Name | PCT 3
Trail names are a tradition on America’s long trails. They are often humorous, have a great back story, and are a heck of a lot easier to remember than a hiker’s real name. Perhaps the … Read more
Making Friends | PCT 2
I pushed north into the abyss. The miles went by and the mist began to subside. As the clouds lifted so did my spirits. The vast scale of this place was like nothing I had … Read more
Into the Abyss | PCT 1
I flew into Seattle on July 4th. My good friend Justin collected me at the airport. He and his wife had graciously agreed to host me for a few days and then drive me to … Read more
If The Shoe Fits | Preface 4
Following my Leg Length Discrepancy (LLD) diagnosis, I set about researching corrective shoes and shoe modification. I found loads of great articles, services, and products. However, nothing I found was really compatible with my athletic … Read more
Discrepancy | Preface 3
In the summer of 2018 I worked at a local sporting goods retailer. One afternoon I found myself standing across the counter from two imposing men clad in black motorcycle garb. One of the pair was… Read more
Gut Check | Preface 2
In November of 2017 I took the first step toward realizing my PCT hiking goal. That step carried me through the door of… Read more