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Pillsbury (real name Mary) is a former PCT hiker and one of the founders of "2 Foot Adventures," a high-end pop-up gear shop located along the Pacific Crest Trail.  Each year, Mary helps dozens, if not hundreds, of weary Thru Hikers struggling with injury, gear troubles, and mental fatigue.   For some, 2-foot Adventures is a source of rejuvenation and encouragement, while for others, it's a place to drop some serious pack weight.  We spoke about common injuries on the PCT, how to get past the first 100 miles, what gear is proven to work, the benefits of Thru Hiking, and her advice to Thru Hikers on the PCT. 

Show Notes and Links

• Introduction to 2 Food Adventures
• Common issues after 100 miles on the PCT
• Common Footwear issues and remedies
• Overuse injuries, causes, and remedies
• Long-distance hiking routines and techniques
• Ego on the trail - miles, pace, distance
• The PCT as a mental game
• Post trail feelings
• Benefits of long-distance hiking
• PCT Gear advice!
• ClothesPacks
• Sleeping system
• The ultralight movement - pros and cons
• Gear and backpacking advice for the general backpacker
• Tips for reducing overall pack weight
• How to find 2 Foot Adventures
• Closing thoughts: Misconceptions of “who” a Thru-Hiker is
• www.2footadventures.com

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