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Piñata and Sourstraws’ CDT Gear List for Two
My husband and I have amassed quite a bit of gear over two thru-hikes. Still, for the CDT we knew we'd have to purchase some new big ticket items,
Gear Review: Osprey Eja Women’s Backpack
Ladies rejoice! One of the most popular thru-hiking backpacks is now available in a female-specific version. I used the unisex Osprey Exos on our
PCT Resupply: What it Cost and What We’d Do Differently
Thru-hike resupply planning can be daunting. Where to send packages, how much food to put in your boxes, and timing your arrival to a post office
Piñata And Sourstraws’ PCT Before-and-After Gear
Before we took off on the PCT this year, we felt that our gear was pretty dialed. We learned a lot about ourselves and our preferences while on the
How to Plan a Budget for Your Thru-Hike
One of the most common questions I see from those planning a thru-hike is “how much does it cost?” Unfortunately, costs vary widely from person to
5 Tips for Thru-Hiking with a Partner
You might think from reading most of the information available on the internet that there are no couples thru-hiking, and that hiking with a partner
The Journey Toward Ultralight
It’s not just about gear I used to think ultralight backpackers I met or heard of were totally crazy. These individuals were a special breed of