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Oct 18, 202411 min read
The Misinchinka High Route
The Misinchinka High Route (MHR) is a demanding 100 mile off-trail hiking route across the remote and rugged Misinchinka Ranges
Apr 20, 20222 min read
TEAR Updates Spring 2022
Apart from writing a book and editing some video from my 2019 hike, I've also spent some time during the pandemic to digitally scout for...
Feb 14, 20224 min read
Steepest Climbs of the AT, PCT, CDT, and the TEAR
The ‘Triple Crown’ of US long-distance hiking is made up of the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, and Continental Trail. The three...
Jan 25, 20225 min read
I Hiked 6000 km Across Europe's Mountains - These Were The Best Trails
It was actually a bit over 6250 km, but who's counting? In 2019 I hiked for seven months across the mountains of Europe. My path was a...
Feb 11, 20201 min read
Introducing the Trans-European Alpine Route
It's been almost three months since I finished my hike across Europe. It was always my goal to not just go off on an adventure, but to...
Mar 30, 20191 min read
I think I'm quite ready for another adventure
Well, my bag is packed once again. Tomorrow I fly to Europe for another foot-powered odyssey, a 6500 km walk from the Black Sea to the...
Sep 2, 20184 min read
The TEAR vs AT, PCT, CDT (Stats)
Update Jan 2022: The data presented here was a rough analysis of the of the Trans-European Alpine before it was hiked in 2019. The route...
Apr 6, 20183 min read
DIY Ultralight "Bathtub" Groundsheet for $2.50
#DIY #MYOG Weight: 2.2 oz Bathtub Wall Height: ~6 inches Material: Polycryo Window Insulation (Shrink wrap) Time Required: 15 min...
Apr 6, 20187 min read
Going Light Without Going Broke
Whether you're relatively new to the world of backpacking or just tired of shouldering that heavy pack again, everyone likes the idea of...
Apr 6, 20183 min read
The Story of Steve the Spoon
Of all the pieces of gear I took with me on my first thru hike, there are very few still remaining. Long distance hiking is expectedly...
Apr 6, 20181 min read
TEAR Update: Initial GPX Route Complete
Jan 2022 Update: Current GPX tracks are available at the TEAR overview and section pages. Original post follows: GPS routes for the...
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