The Thru-Hiking Podcast

In this episode, we welcome back PCT hiker "Lite Brite" or Nikki Hughes to the 2021 THRU-r Trail Team! Here, we hear about her interesting tent try out and some fun facts about her!  If you loved this episode and our thru-hiker spotlights, remember to subscribe, rate & review, and share this podcast! You can also follow Nikki's PCT adventures using the links below: Nikki's Instagram Nikki...

In this episode we welcome 2021 PCT hiker, Christine Konen, or "Apocalypse." During our discussion we go over her favorite preparation resources, the name she thinks she's giving her pack, how she became interested in long distance hiking, and her hopes for her upcoming trek from Mexico to Canada. She will also be updating us via our Blog as part of our THRU-r Trail Team. Link is below to follow h...

Here, we welcome PCT hiker Hot Mess (or Shannon Quadres) to the 2021 THRU-r Trail Team! During her intro, Hot Mess discusses her hike for mental health awareness as well as how she wants to show fellow plus size hikers that they can make it happen too! She will be hiking away from mental health stigmas and drawing awareness to the cause by hiking a mile per dollar donated. See the links below to d...

In this episode, we welcome experienced PCT hiker "Boonie" (or Keith Cain) to the podcast! Here, he gives us his take on cold-soaking, the importance of stretching, money saving tips to prepare for trail, details on the matrix move that saved his life, and more! Boonie will be hiking the CDT in 2021 and will also be a THRU-r Trail Correspondent as he hikes North. See the links below to follow alon...

Here, we welcome PCT hiker Hot Mess (or Shannon Quadres) to the 2021 THRU-r Trail Team! During her intro, Hot Mess discusses her hike for mental health awareness as well as how she wants to show fellow plus size hikers that they can make it happen too! She will be hiking away from mental health stigmas and drawing awareness to the cause by hiking a mile per dollar donated. See the links below to d...

In this episode, the THRU-r community (once again) welcomes Ned Tibbits - a PCT and JMT thru-hiker as well as a Wilderness Skills Instructor (among many other things). Ned has hiked, taught, and conducted rescue efforts in the Sierra section of the PCT for many years, and he is a great resource for information on snow travel and safety. Here, we include the recording from our interactive Zoom meet...

In this episode, we welcome PCT hiker Puffy (or Garrett Hudson) to the 2021 THRU-r Trail Team! Here, he gives us an intro about where he's from, the past thru-hiking experiences he's had, his thoughts on the hiking community, and more! If you loved this episode and our thru-hiker spotlights, remember to subscribe, rate & review, and share this podcast! You can also follow Puffy's PCT adventure...

In this episode, we welcome PCT hiker Shooter (or Harrison/Kyle Peltier) to the 2021 THRU-r Trail Team! Here, he gives us an intro about where he's from, his thoughts on hiking the Pacific Crest Trail (coming right up!!) and his goals for the coming year. If you loved this episode and our thru-hiker spotlights, remember to subscribe, rate & review, and share this podcast! You can also follow H...

In this episode, THRU-r founder Cheer discusses the all new THRU-r Trail Team - where correspondents on trail during the thru-hiking season will be reporting back to us on the THRU-r Podcast, YouTube, and/or Blog throughout 2021. We have about 30 hikers who will be hiking the PCT, CDT, AT, and the Sierra High Route and can't wait to follow along with their adventures this year! If you loved this e...

In this episode, the THRU-r community welcomes back Ned Tibbits - a PCT and JMT thru-hiker as well as a Wilderness Skills Instructor (among many other things). Ned has hiked, taught, and conducted rescue efforts in the Sierra section of the PCT for many years, and he is a great resource for information on snow travel and safety. Here, we include the recording from our interactive Zoom meetup to he...

"Bring it baby, let's go!" In this episode we welcome 2021 PCT hiker, "Lite Brite" or Nikki Hughes. During our discussion we go over her trail prep, the raw and authentic way she’s committed to sharing her experiences on her Vlog (which we love here at THRU-r), and how she became inspired to hike the PCT in the first place - among many other things. Enjoy! If you loved this episode and our thru-hi...

In this episode, the THRU-r community welcomes Ned Tibbits - a PCT and JMT thru-hiker as well as a Wilderness Skills Instructor (among many other things!!). Ned has hiked, taught, and conducted rescue efforts in the Sierra section of the PCT for many years, and he is a great resource for information on river crossings, snow travel, and safety. Here, we include the recording from our interactive Zo...

In this episode we welcome our first guest: AT thru-hiker J.C. Van Etten or “Catmando” - who has his sights set on the PCT in 2021. In our discussion we go over why the trail community is amazing, his "week-a-thon" to battle the Virginia Blues, and the "magical toilet paper roll" - among many other things! Catmando has great insight into thru-hiking, especially for the AT and is also continuing to...

In this episode THRU-r founder, Cheer, describes just what this long distance hiking podcast is all about. She also goes into background on how the THRU-r community came to be, and what to expect for future episodes. A great listen for aspiring thru-hikers, experienced thru-hikers, backpackers, or anyone who wants to learn more about thru-hiking culture! Connect With Us: THRU-r Website THRU-r Inst...