Thru Hike

What is the Average Thru Hike Miles Per Day Expectation?

By Nomad about 2 weeks ago

One of my first questions and thoughts when I started this process was around what the average mileage a thru hiker will travel per day. Since this is a more crazy question than I first suspected I chose to write about it for the next person. What is the Average Thru Hike Miles Per Day […]

How Long Does it Take to Hike the Lone Star Trail?

By Nomad about 2 weeks ago

For those who aren't from Texas, well and those in Texas who weren't aware the Lone Star Hiking Trail is the longest trail in Texas. It is a challenge that differs from many others in the hiking world due to the normal lack of water, heat, and humidity. How long does it take to hike […]

Which Thru-Hike Should You Do? Choosing a Short Thru-Hike instead of a Triple Crown Trail

By Nomad about 3 months ago

You've taken the deep plunge and are interested in hiking a thru-hike, but what one is the right option for you? Well the most common are the triple crown (AT, PCT, CDT) but this requires 5+ months which many people may not be able to manage. Instead I would beg to differ that maybe the […]

Best Camp Shoes for Thru Hikers: Keep Feet Fresh and Fit

By Nomad about 4 months ago

Whenever you hike long distances and have your feet crammed into a shoe or boot you will get sweaty and foot funk, to helpfully recover you want to get your feet out of those shoes and allow them easier access to breathe. Unfortunately for most of us, this is never pleasant as our feet have […]

9 Vital Supplements For Long Distance Hiking Longevity

By Nomad about 4 months ago

When you thru-hike or perform frequent, long-distance hiking your body gets beat up, fatigued and overall this slows your recovery down. I found some key supplements for long-distance hiking which should support the body and restorative processes and help you finish your thru-hike, section hike or other long-distance hikes while encouraging your body's recovery at […]

How to Choose Your Thru Hike Backpack: Volume and Weight

By Nomad about 2 weeks ago

When you are checking out backpacks, trying to find what size backpack you should use for your thru-hike you want to look into the following traits for your personal best fit. Each will depend on your available funds and the needs of your other gear and weight of the items contained within. What size backpack […]

What Causes Blisters While Hiking and How You Can Manage It

By Nomad about 4 months ago

I have been hiking for most of my life with elongated periods of inactivity. Over the years I have started to wonder what actually causes the overwhelming blisters on my feet when I hike for long distances. So I dove headlong into the internet to find out all the information I could on hiking blisters […]

Thru Hike Health Insurance: Covering Your Health For Safety

By Nomad about 3 months ago

Doing a thru-hike on a major trail like the Appalachian can be one of the most exciting experiences in a lifetime, but like most adventures, it comes with its own set of risks. While many hikers have some form of health insurance, many also aren’t aware of exactly what their insurance will cover on their […]

What is the Thru Hiking Triple Crown: Take Aim at the Big 3

By Nomad about 2 weeks ago

For most of us, going for a hike means a day trip to a local mountain for a lovely journey in the wilderness. A more serious outing for a few days would qualify as backpacking. There is an ultimate hybrid of these two activities known as thru-hiking, which refers to successfully hiking one of several long-distance […]

1 2 3 4 Next »

© 2020 Nomad Hiker. All Rights Reserved. Learn to Blog at Income School

Privacy Policy | Legal Disclaimer | Thru Hike Insurance | About Us | Contact Us

We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. Some of the links on this website to REI, HMG, and many gear vendors which are "affiliate links". This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive a small affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally or believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”