The Triple Crown refers to the hiking of the three great long-distance trails in the United States: the Appalachian Trail, the Pacific Crest Trail, and the Continental Divide Trail. Our dear friend Mr. Appa The Sky Bison has changed his mission from hiking the PCT a second time to hiking instead
Choosing Footwear for a Long Distance Hike
Shoes are like love. They are unique to each person, and without them, this cruel world will chew you up (love protects against this happening, right?). During the first few weeks walking a long-distance trail (such as the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, or Continental Divide Trail), you
Topo MT Mountain Trainer Trail Runners Review
Having put my pancake feet through more than their share of beatings, I am now very aware of what they crave. After a long and tedious search, and after having tested many a pair of shoes on the trails, finally, a shoe has emerged as a clear favorite. The Topo MT. I've put roughly 500 miles on
The Mount Laguna Outfitter And “Getting Daved”
This early stop can be a monetary disaster for a hiker with insecurities in their gear. Dave will gladly go through your pack, suggesting replacements, and even mail home the gear you replace. I've seen hikers with a decent set of gear get talked into spending thousands to shed a few pounds off
A Trail Journal From Appa The Sky Bison
Our friend Appa The Sky Bison has once again taken to adventuring. We have already had the privilege of interviewing him about his upcoming thru-hike and have even been able to take a look at his complete gear list. In an effort to continue imposing on his life, I will be occasionally updating