200: A Week on the Pacific Crest Trail

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The First 40 Miles: Hiking and Backpacking Podcast

Heather Legler

214 episodes

9 months ago

If you're new to backpacking, or if you’re hopelessly in love with someone who wants you to love backpacking, then this podcast is for you. We’ll talk about the essentials, how to lighten your load, and how to make the most of your time on the trail.

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200: A Week on the Pacific Crest Trail

The First 40 Miles: Hiking and Backpacking Podcast

15 minutes 55 seconds

7 years ago

200: A Week on the Pacific Crest Trail

Show Notes: Episode 200
Today on the First 40 Miles, we’re live on the Pacific Crest Trail!
Opening

* Our trip with Steve
* About 70 miles
* The “E” section of the PCT in Oregon

Top 5 Things We Loved About this Trip
Audio from trip…
The hardest things were some of the best.
Backpack Hack of the Week™: Paracord Compression Straps

* Stuff your gear (sleeping bag, clothing, etc.) in your stuff sack
* Double up the rope/paracord by folding it in half
* Then, wrap your stuff sack “gift wrap” style
* Instead of tying a big bow on top, make a slip knot loop on one side and put the other end of rope through the hole.
* Cinch it down and tie it off or loop the end around so it won’t unravel

Trail Wisdom
Joke from Steve…
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