With only 67 days until our PCT thru-hike start date, it’s starting to feel like crunch time. We’ve been spending the past week or so weighing our gear, deciding what to swap or change, what to get rid of, and …
Month: February 2017
MYOG: 2 Person Ray-Way Quilt
Over the past few days I completed the Ray-Way 2 person quilt. A quilt differs from a sleeping bag in that it has no bottom. Instead, it drapes over you like a blanket while your insulated sleeping pad keeps you …
MYOG: Sewing the Ray-Way Pack
This will be the first of a couple “Make Your Own Gear” posts. Many a thru-hiking conversation revolves around gear, and many folks fantasize about making their own gear. The advantages are obvious: you can customize your gear exactly to …
The Official Countdown Begins!
81 Days! The process for getting a PCT permit is simple, but not easy. In an effort to minimize impact, the Pacific Crest Trail Association (PCTA) is issuing only 50 permits per day for thru-hikers starting at the Mexican border. …
Hiking Hammonds 