TEAR Updates Spring 2022
Apart from writing a book and editing some video from my 2019 hike, I've also spent some time during the pandemic to digitally scout for...
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- Feb 14, 2022
- 4 min
Steepest Climbs of the AT, PCT, CDT, and the TEAR
The ‘Triple Crown’ of US long-distance hiking is made up of the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, and Continental Trail. The three...
- Jan 25, 2022
- 5 min
I Hiked 6000 km Across Europe's Mountains - These Were The Best Trails
It was actually a bit over 6250 km, but who's counting? In 2019 I hiked for seven months across the mountains of Europe. My path was a...
- Feb 11, 2020
- 1 min
Introducing the Trans-European Alpine Route
It's been almost three months since I finished my hike across Europe. It was always my goal to not just go off on an adventure, but to...
- Mar 30, 2019
- 1 min
I think I'm quite ready for another adventure
Well, my bag is packed once again. Tomorrow I fly to Europe for another foot-powered odyssey, a 6500 km walk from the Black Sea to the...
- Sep 2, 2018
- 4 min
The TEAR vs AT, PCT, CDT (Stats)
Update Jan 2022: The data presented here was a rough analysis of the of the Trans-European Alpine before it was hiked in 2019. The route...
- Apr 6, 2018
- 3 min
DIY Ultralight "Bathtub" Groundsheet for $2.50
#DIY #MYOG Weight: 2.2 oz Bathtub Wall Height: ~6 inches Material: Polycryo Window Insulation (Shrink wrap) Time Required: 15 min...
- Apr 6, 2018
- 7 min
Going Light Without Going Broke
Whether you're relatively new to the world of backpacking or just tired of shouldering that heavy pack again, everyone likes the idea of...
- Apr 6, 2018
- 3 min
The Story of Steve the Spoon
Of all the pieces of gear I took with me on my first thru hike, there are very few still remaining. Long distance hiking is expectedly...
- Apr 6, 2018
- 1 min
TEAR Update: Initial GPX Route Complete
Jan 2022 Update: Current GPX tracks are available at the TEAR overview and section pages. Original post follows: GPS routes for the...
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